My lovely Dee is the only one that called it.
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Edward Cullen/wedding GIFT
I watch Bella walk around what I hope will be our new home.
"Why is she deciding to do this right now?"
Aunt Maggie hobbles into the kitchen.
"Because she fell down the damn stairs and broke her hip. I'm ready to live in a retirement community where nice people come and clean up after me and Pica. This house is far too big for us."
Bella frowns.
"Then stay. I can take care of you. Smoosh loves Pica."
"No. You'll be married, and I am not about to live with two horny jackrabbits. I lived a long and happy life here, and I want to pass it on to you. If not, it'll just rot because I refuse to sell."
"Are you absolutely sure, Mags?"
My aunt nods.
"Consider this your wedding present." She smiles. "And maybe a little push to get you to give me a grand-niece or nephew before I kick the bucket."
"Okay. On one condition."
"Name it."
"You'll come stay with us for major holidays. No exceptions."
"Looks like you got yourself a house, young lady."