A/N: I'm back! Sorry for the late update, been busy the past few days and had a bit of a problem with our internet connection. I know you guys are wondering how did Bella knew Victoria, actually I'm wondering the same thing :p just kidding. I'll explain that on the next chapter. Enjoy reading... if you have any suggestion, question or whatever feel free to pm me. Enjoy reading!

DISCLAIMER: I don't own twilight and it's characters.

(BELLA'S P.O.V)

"Bella... wake up honey we're here."

I woke up at the soft and oh so beautiful sound that calling my name. The feel of her cold fingers running through my hair made me want to fall asleep again and just stay there to her lap forever. Groaning, I buried my face deeper to her lap and attempt to resume my sleep.

"Don't wanna... too comfortable here." I mumbled inhaling Rosalie's sweet intoxicating scent making me more relax that it lulled me into a deep restful slumber.

Restful indeed. Turns out, I slept almost five hours straight filled with a very pleasant dream only to wake up at my rumbling stomach indicating the needs of food. Forcing my eyes to open, I noticed that I am not in my own room. Though I am sure I had never been here before, something about this room seems familiar. It didn't take long for me to realize what it is. The scent. It was Rosalie's. It was comforting, relaxing even.

"Hey, how you feeling?" I heard Rosalie asked as she enter the room with the look of concern. I patted the spot beside me inviting her to sit which she did without a second thought.

"I feel fine. A bit hungry." I replied as I rest my head to her shoulder. "I owe you and everyone in your family an explanation, don't I?"

Rosalie slide her arm to my waist and pulled me closer. This is the first time we've been this close. For a moment I felt my heart is going to explode. The feeling of her cold body against me, her sweet delicious scent, the way she inhale the smell of my hair, all of this sent an overwhelming feeling to my whole being. It's good that we are both seated at the bed because I felt my knees weakened. 'Gosh, why is this woman has such an affect on me!' I think Rosalie thought I was panicking because I felt her hug loosened trying to disengage her arm around my waist but I didn't let her. I know she can hear my heartbeat and she misinterpret why it beats so fast. Heaving a deep sigh, I began to calm myself down. I laid my hand to her's that on my waist and looked up to her to give her one of my brightest smile. A reassurance that I like her embrace. I don't need to utter a word. I know, from the look in her eyes, she understood.

"Yes but I prefer you to eat before anything else. Esme cooked something for you. She's very excited to meet you." Rosalie said smiling back at me. 'She really is a Goddess.'

"That's very nice of her. I'd like to meet her too."

"Let's go downstairs? We don't want your food to get cold, do we?"

"Okay."

Silence.

Neither of us moved.

We stay in bed in silence. My head resting on Rosalie's shoulder, eyes closed while Rosalie is holding me. This is really comfortable. If only I can stay here in her arms for the rest of my life. 'Whoa! Did I just said that? Do I really want to spend the rest of my life with this gorgeous, perfect, beautiful Goddess?' a deep sigh escaped my mouth without me realizing it.

"Something on your mind that bothering you?"

"Mmm"

"You know you can tell me everything, right?"

"I know."

Another silence engulfed us but it wasn't awkward. It was a companionable silence. We just sit there enjoying the feeling of our closeness. Or I hope she's enjoying it too. It's true Rosalie treated me nicely compare to others but it's not reason enough for me to think that Rosalie feels something for me. That maybe she likes me too or maybe we feels the same. 'But what is it I am feeling for her exactly?' Today's events only proved me that I truly care deeply for her. When Alice told me her vision about Rosalie fighting a vampire, I nearly panic. The urge to protect her, the worry and fear I felt was too intense. The thought of losing Rosalie sent a great pain in my chest. In reflex, I clutch at my chest which did not go unnoticed by Rosalie.

"Are you in pain? Carlisle is in his study-room, do you want me to call him to check on you?" the concern both in her voice and face was evident making my heart clench. I don't want her to worry that much.

"No, I am fine. I just remember what transpired this afternoon. You weren't hurt by Victoria, were you?" though still worried, Rosalie managed to give me a reassuring smile. It was just a small smile but beautiful nonetheless. 'I guess I really am falling in love with her huh?' it's the only explanation I can think of. I think I knew all along. I just refused to acknowledge it. Why? Maybe because I'm scared? No, that was an understatement. The correct term would be 'terrified.' I never been in love before but I definitely been hurt already and that person was only a friend.

"I was not hurt, Bella. Don't worry I won't let that vampire get near you again. I will protect you." Rosalie said seriously at me.

"Thank you, Rose. You don't have to though."

"But I want to. Now, I believe there's a food waiting for you downstairs. Why don't we go and talk after?" I only nodded at her and smile.

Rosalie ushered me to the dining room with her hand holding mine. She has a beautiful smile plastered on her face making her glow even without sunlight. On the way, she told me that Alice got permission to Charlie to let me stay the night with the Cullens. We stopped by at the living room first to say hi to Rosalie's other siblings then went straight to the dining where Esme and Alice are waiting for us. Alice like usual, greeted me cheerfully and gave me a friendly hug. Rosalie introduced me to her adoptive mother Esme. I like Esme, she has a warm and welcoming air. She's kind and easy to talk to. It took only awhile for me to be comfortable around her and it didn't hurt that Esme cooks really good. Alice, Esme and Rosalie keep the conversation light and funny while I eat. Though I am the only one eating, it doesn't feel awkward, I am actually comfortable with them. Once I'm done eating, Esme clean up the table and the dishes in her vampire speed while Alice and Rosalie led me to the family room where the Cullens are gathers to talk.

'I do owe them an explanation after all.'

(ROSALIE'S P.O.V)

It was quiet when we reached the family room. Emmet is sitting at the floor with an easy grin on his face. Jasper is in the farthest side of the room being careful not to unconsciously attack my human mate in case his bloodlust kick in. Edward is leaning against the wall, arms crossed to his chest giving us a nod of acknowledgment. Alice and I lead Bella on the couch to have a seat between me and Alice. Not long after we sat down, Carlisle and Esme walk in and settled themselves at the couch opposite to us. Beside me, Bella began to feel nervous at the attention my family is giving to her. Everyone except Alice and I are looking at her with such curiosity making her uncomfortable.

"Jasper..." I plead quietly unable for Bella to hear but enough for my vampire family to understand. Within a second, I felt Bella relax and I gave Jasper a grateful smile. His gift is quite useful when times like this.

"Bella, I would like you to meet our adoptive father and coven leader, Carlisle." my father stepped forward and gave Bella a fatherly hug and smile kindly which she reciprocated awkwardly. 'I guess he got the awkwardness from Charlie but either way, she still adorable.'

"It's my pleasure to finally meet you, Doctor Cullen. I heard great things about you both from my dad Charlie and your daughters." Bella said politely with that bright smile of hers.

"You can call me Carlisle like everyone else, Bella." he replied with a smile before his face became serious "Alice and Rose told us about the incident at Port Angeles. You weren't hurt, were you?"

"No I am not. Rose and Alice did their best to protect me and for that I am very grateful." Bella said looking at me gratefully as she squeeze my hand.

"So you already know what are we? How much Rose told you about our species?" it was Emmet with his over enthusiastic tone which Bella answered with a shake of her head.

"Rosalie didn't told me anything about your kind but yes, I already knew you all are vampires." at this revelation, everyone with exception of Alice look at Bella quizzically. All have the same question on our mind... 'how?'

"I was only twelve when I ran into an injured inhumanly beautiful stranger." Bella paused took a deep breath as her hold in my hand tightened. "It wasn't a pleasant sight, at first I was confused. The man was in too much pain but I can't see a trace of blood in his body. His skin has several cracks everywhere, eyes was a lifeless dark red and to top it all off, both his legs was ripped apart. My heart broke at the sight and though my first instinct was to ran away and save myself from this unknown dangerous creature, I fought it off thinking that it can't hurt me seeing how badly injured the creature was. Instead, I stepped forward to the man and offered my help-"

"Whoa, whoa, whoa! Stop there! How can you still alive by now or aren't vampire yet? The Volturi was very strict regarding our laws. Surely, they will know it immediately if a human found out our secret, right?" Emmet chimed in interrupting Bella. Everyone nod their agreement.

"Yes you are right, Emmy-bear but let me finish my story first so you can understand. If you still have questions after hearing it then I'll be happy to answer all of it as best as I can." Bella said patiently to my bigbear of a brother.

"Alright, sorry for interrupting Bella-bear." Emmet replied sheepishly which Bella responded with a smile before continuing her story.

"So like I said I offered my help to the stranger. I noticed his eyes darkened remarkably when I stepped closer to him, my urge to run increased strongly but again I ignored it. The man was dying and all I can think of was help him. The stranger said he needs blood which only add to my confusion. And when I touch him I was startled by the coldness and hardness of his skin. I asked him 'what he is' because obviously he isn't normal human being. The man said he's a vampire and he needs to kill me, oddly enough I wasn't scared. I sat there close to him as I listened to his explanation about your laws. I saw the doubt in his eyes, he doesn't want to kill me but he have to. So I suggested to him, 'why don't change me when I'm old enough to be change? The law didn't specify that the human will be change immediately once they discovered the vampires' secret so in a sense, he really didn't broke the rule. He just postpone my change.' The man agreed with me and with that, I put my wrist to his mouth and let him drink my blood. Once he's done, I collected his legs that scattered around the forest and help him put it in it's right places to heal properly. The man and I talked more on our way to my home and from then on, my life changed dramatically." Bella removed the bracelet on her left hand and sure enough there is a pale half crescent-shaped scar in her wrist. Everyone was in awe. This woman, there's no words to described how smart, kind and beautiful she is as she told us her story. Her scar only magnified how strong of a girl she was. She fought her survival instinct to help her predator to live. It sounds ridiculous, absurd, idiotic. 'How can she selflessly help that monster? She could have died for goodness sake!' and yet, I found it endearing. That's just how Bella is. Stubborn. I still love her though. Everything about her, even her flaws. I love all of her. She's my mate after all although she didn't know that yet.

"Why are you still human then? You said you'll be change when you are old enough, thirteen is old enough to change you and you're now what? Seventeen?" Jasper asked curiously snapping me out of my thoughts. He's right of course. Carlisle mentioned before that the youngest vampire being turned were Jane and Alec of Volturi guard. I haven't met them yet in person but Carlislle said the twins were changed at the age of thirteen, so why Bella wasn't changed yet?

"Aro said so. He, Marcus and Caius together with their wives decided to change me on my eighteenth birthday or the day after that. They said I should start to live my human life to the fullest since I wouldn't be able to experience some of it again once I'm changed." she explained with a shrug. I raised my brow to that, I didn't know the Volturi had a soft side. Every vampire knew how cruel they can be. Carlisle once told us that the kings aren't that cruel but it still hard for us to believe it. My musing was interrupted by the scent I am familiar with. It was the scent I smelt at Bella's room this morning. My protectiveness kicked in and without a second thought, I wrapped my arm to Bella protectively. She looked at me confused.

"We have a guest." I said simply not wanting to worry her. Carlisle and Esme stood up and went to the door.

The rest of us stayed where we are as we listen to the conversation going on between Carlisle and the guest. They exchanged pleasantries for a moment then after that, Carlisle invite the guest inside the house.

"Princess." a childish yet soft voice made Bella looked up at the girl. A smile suddenly made to Bella's face as soon as she locked gaze with the girl. I hold back the growl that threatening to escape out of my mouth. My possessiveness is kicking in but I'm trying to control it. I know in my mind that this two isn't romantically involve. Alice told me before that Bella doesn't have boyfriend nor girlfriend. I remember when she told me that it was the first conversation she had to my Bella, I was so relieve when I heard this from Alice.

"Jane! What are you doing here?" Bella gently pulled away from my protective hug to hug Jane instead. As soon as their skin touches, I felt my beast went rampage inside of me trying to come out of it's cage. My mind screaming 'MINE!' a low warning growl came out of my mouth making Jane turned her attention to me. A smirk on her face. Before I lose control, I felt a strong calming wave being shoved to me. Once I've calm down a bit, I shook my head sharply to clear my head and took an unnecessary breath. Bella's scent has such a calming effects making me more relax. I look up again to the two women as they pulled away from the embrace. Bella is smiling happily as she introduce her friend to the family. We learned that Jane is Bella's protector and a very close friend.

"I am making sure you're alright. I was passing by to Port Angeles when I smelt Victoria's scent mixed with yours and another three vampires which I'm assuming the two were Rosalie's and Alice' I am not sure about the other vampire's scent though. Are you okay, Princess?" Jane's tone held protectiveness, worry and care making me think twice about the nature of her relationship to my Bella. 'Does she love Bella too?' I wonder.

"First, stop with the Princess. Secondly, like I said to Rose and Carlisle, I am fine. And thirdly, I hadn't seen anyone besides us and Victoria. I didn't know there's another vampire there." Bella looked at me questioningly asking me silently if I knew anything.

"I didn't saw the other vampire either. I can only assume it was the one who helped Victoria to escape." I explained. Bella and Jane just nodded in understanding as the room fell into silence. All lost in our own thoughts. Victoria's accusation of Bella killing the James guy whoever he is, still lingered my mind. I am hundred percent sure my sweet human mate didn't killed anyone. It just impossible. It was so not Bella. Maybe it was Jane who killed the James guy. She's Bella's protector after all. I groaned inwardly. Everything about Bella is very confusing. She's like an enigma I'm obsess to solve. The silence was broken by a clearing throat of Jane.

"I need to go. I only dropped by to see for myself if the Princess is fine. Rosalie, Alice thank you for protecting Bella." Jane hugged Bella goodbye murmuring words something like "you're safe here" before turning her heels and left. Bella sat back next to me and held my hand. After a long silence, Carlisle began to ask question to my human mate.

"Bella if you don't mind me asking, may I know who was the vampire you saved five years ago?" I'm also wondering about that and it's clear from everyone's expression that they were also intrigued.

"You can ask me anything, Carlisle" she gave my father a friendly smile before answering his question. "It was Aro Volturi."

Several jaws dropped on the ground, eyes widen in shock and heads shaking in disbelief.

"No way!" ~Ed

"Impossible!" ~Jazz

"You're kidding!" ~Em

and then, a melodic sound of laughter came from Bella erupted at the quiet room joined by a beautiful tinkling laughter of my sister Alice. My three brothers glared at Alice and Bella in embarrassment when they realized how funny their expression were. 'Too bad we didn't had a camera.' I thought which earned a glare from my telepathic brother. I can't blame them to react like that though. It was really shocking to know that the vampire Bella saved was Aro. The vampires ruler. Cruel, ruthless and a very powerful vampire was saved by a little girl. The most shocking revelation? Bella described him as a loving, caring individual with a soft heart, far from what every vampire knew about the said ruler.

"Believe me, Emmy-bear. I am not kidding. Ask Jane if you need proof." Bella said with a yawn once the laughter subsided.

"You should get ready for bed, dear. It's late. We can continue our discussion anytime." Esme said as she stood up giving Bella a goodnight kiss on the cheek. Bella agreed, admitting that she's quite tired.

After everyone said their goodnight, I walked Bella to my room and gave her a change of clothes. Once she's done changing, she slipped at the bed and made herself comfortable.

"Uhm, Rose? W-will you please stay here with me?" Bella asked shyly biting her lips adorably. Smiling happily, I slipped under the cover and hum a song. My dead heart flutter at the sight of my smiling human mate drifting into a peaceful sleep next to me.

"Sweet dream, my sweet Bella."