Twilight saga Eclipse Fanfiction

Transitionals: Eclipse

Disclaimer: I do not own Twilight or any of the other books in the Saga, they belong to Stephenie Meyer. I do use some phrases dialogue and some descriptions from the book, though, they all belong to her.

This chapter is going to be another filler chapter. It wasn't what I thought it was going to be, I had hoped that we'd get into some really interesting information, but it turns out that is going to be next chapter. I hope you all like this chapter anyway.

This chapter is dedicated to the very special person whose birthday is today.

Chapter 6

We arrived at the airport in Jacksonville Florida, earlier than expected.

I glanced out one of the windows that had been left up. The sun was trying to set, but despite how low it was in the sky, it was still out.

"Calm down Bella." Edward's breath washed over my neck, sending a delightful chill down my back. "We'll be alright."

He didn't give me a chance to worry about it anymore. We were seated in first class and were one of the first people off the plane. He grabbed our bags and ushered me out of the aircraft, completely unperturbed by the big star shining outside.

We slipped into our lightweight jackets, which would conceal our arms, and the collars would shield our necks. The only problem were our faces.

I really didn't want to find out if I could sparkle in the middle of a crowded airport. Though, I wouldn't be as sparkly as Edward, I'd still have an otherworldly glow if the transition was far enough.

Edward was good about keeping us in the shadows, I didn't know what we were going to do though, once we stepped outside. It wasn't like we could hide in the airport until it got dark.

"Now what?" I asked when paused in the closet cover there was to the exits.

Edward glanced out the doors before scanning the crowded area. There really wasn't a way for us to go unnoticed.

"Bella!"

A voice I would recognize anywhere sounded from somewhere to the right of us. We turned and I search for Phil.

Phil Dwyer was a close friend of my family. His tall athletic build gave him ample opportunity within the sports world; a cover he used that allows him to travel around the states and deliver information throughout the Rebellion.

He gives his schedule to the Information headquarters and if there is anything to pick up or drop off they let him know.

"I can't believe how grown up you look." Phil smiled at me. I knew he wanted to hug me but he didn't want to upset Edward. Knowing him he'd wait until after the introductions.

So I started them, so that I could get my hug. "Edward, this is Phil Dwyer, a close family friend. Phil, this my Fiancé Edward Cullen."

Edward grinned at my use of the word Fiancé. Normally I would have said he was mate, but since we were in a crowded airport I thought better of it.

Phil reached a hand towards Edward. "It's nice to meet you." And just because he had to throw it in, "Bella's like a daughter to me, so you better treat her right."

Edward wasn't fazed by the threat. "You have my word."

"Come on, you two are probably ready to get settled." Phil started to lead the way to his car, but I caught his arm to stop him.

"We sort of have a little problem." I gestured to the sinking sun.

Phil nodded with understanding. "I almost forgot." He pulled two odd looking stones out of his pocket. "Keep these on your person and no one will suspect you're anything but a normal human."

Edward and I each took one, before Phil led the way to his truck.

When we came to the four door pickup Phil turned back around to face Edward and me. "Bella, I met you on a Saturday. Why was that day special?"

I flushed, he was testing me. Proving to himself that I was who I said I was, while proving to me that he was the real Phil Dwyer.

The members of the Undermining would assume that Phil met me when Gi did, on the day I was born. That wasn't the case though. Phil didn't get to meet me until I had been home for a while.

"The day we met, was the first day I laughed." Turning to Edward I couldn't help explaining. "My mom cooked for my dad, and whatever it was, wasn't edible and my dad made this awful face that I thought was hysterical."

Edward smiled. He loved hearing stories of my childhood, at least the happy ones.

We climbed into Phil's truck now that we knew everyone was who they said they were. Phil naturally didn't know anything to test Edward, but Anna was keeping a watch out for the imposter. We hadn't seen him since that day at Toby's safe house, so obviously Edward was the real Edward. Otherwise Anna, Jasper, or Alice would have said something.

Thinking of that trio made me remember how they acted when we had let. In fact everyone had been acting strangely.

Edward had been nervous all morning, and hadn't relaxed until we were in the air. When I had asked if he was all right, he would deflect the question.

Anna hadn't wanted me to leave without her, and the Cullens had practically shoved me onto the plane.

Edward made it impossible for me to attempt to figure out what was the problem. Now that I had time to actually think about it, I was being distracted by Phil.

"You seem surprised that I tested you earlier. Haven't you been testing the other people you've been in contact with?"

"Not really," I admitted.

Edward was quick to explain. "My sister Alice can see the feature, her mate can since other people's emotions, and Anna of course has her sixth sense. Using their gifts we've never really had to test anyone."

Film nodded his head, just a slight bob.

"Were not taking any chances," Edward said suddenly. It made me wonder what I had missed.

Phil glanced at Edward in surprise.

That's right, I had forgotten to tell Phil about Edward's gift. "Edward can read minds."

"A gift like that would make it easier to tell whether or not a person is who they say they are." Phil managed to say when he got over his shock.

"I'm sorry for intruding like that," Edward apologized.

"He can't turn his gift off and on," I was quick to add.

"It's all right, you just caught me off guard," Phil replied.

Edward shook his head. "Still, I shouldn't have snapped like that."

Phil shook his head. "It's alright. I'm just overly cautious. For the longest time I had to be."

Edward politely remained silent, letting Phil decide whether or not he would elaborate on that.

Phil naturally did of course. "For a time there was a man who is after my wife. Gi, has the ability to stop time; but only for a few minutes. The man was an old scout for the Undermining and he hadn't bothered to turn in his tracking gear. So for a time, Gi and I had to remain a part, much like Bella's parents. There's very few people in our world who has Gi's power."

"So he tracked her through your power," Edward guessed.

Phil nodded. "To this day I haven't a clue what he wanted with her powers, but I just see that as irrelevant information."

Edward nodded in agreement or understanding; I couldn't decide. "How did you finally catch him?"

Phil and I laughed.

"Phil and my mom, had been posing as a couple," I started to explain.

Phil took over. "I had a friend who had the same gift as I did. He stayed with Gi. He got the same signals, but it left me able to go after him."

Edward's gaze was thoughtful, and I was pretty sure I knew what he was thinking.

Phil knew what he was thinking too. "It wouldn't have worked for Bella's parents. Gi and I were only dealing with one man. That trick wouldn't have fooled the Undermining. There were too many people watching the Higginbothams and Charlie."

Edward nodded.

Silence descended on the car, and the rest of the ride was quiet.

Gi was waiting outside with her ten-year-old son. She pulled me into her arms as soon as I had gotten out of the truck. "I'm so happy to see you."

"I'm glad to see you too Gi."

Phil and Edward grabbed the bags and we all headed inside, where Phil made quick work of introductions.

Gi ushered me into the kitchen where she had a plate of food ready for me. I was more than willing to sample some of her cooking. She made the best grilled chicken in the world, I was sure of it. Never dry, and always filled with flavor.

"So what brings you to our neck of the woods?" Phil asked after I had finished eating.

I gave sideways glance to Cody, Phil's son seemed oblivious though. He was too busy showing Edward all of his cool collectible cars.

"Blue Skies."

Gi and Phil glanced at me, a look of wonder and surprise on both of their faces.

"I suppose you can't tell us what you know about it?" Gi asked.

I shook my head. "Not until I get permission. That's why I came here actually."

"To see, Rohl?" Phil didn't have to ask.

I confirmed it though. "Yeah."

Phil motioned for Bella to follow him with a nod of his head. He led her into a study and pointed at the phone I needed. "Do you remember how to use that?"

I hadn't used one of those phones in years. All the different levers you had to pull before you could even dial, were exhausting to memorize. "I think so."

He flipped a switch on the wall beside the one for the light, before shutting the door behind him.

The room seemed eerie now that it was soundproof. Maybe it wasn't really that, but more of the fact of what I had to do.

I took a seat and started pulling levers. The buzz of dial tone finally sounded and I dialed a number I never thought I would have to call.

"State your business please." The voice over the phone had lilt to it. The soft sound helped ease some of my worries.

"I'm calling to speak to Rohl, it's quite urgent."

"One moment please."

That one moment turned out to be only a second and another woman spoke up.

"Name?"

I took a deep breath and plunged forward. "Isabella Marie Swan."

There was a pause before the woman said, "That name is not recognized, good da…"

"Higginbotham," I interrupted before she could hang up. "Tell Rohl that I'm part of the Higginbotham family."

"One moment," the woman obliged.

Every passing second felt like an hour, though I doubt a full minute had passed since she had put me on hold.

"Rohl will see you tomorrow morning. Be prepared for transport between the early hours of three and four in the morning."

"I understand. Is it alright for me to bring my mate?"

Another pause, thankfully not as long as any of the others. "Rohl says that will be fine."

She hung up.

I glanced at the phone, sighing with relief while I was dreading tomorrow.

Tomorrow I was going to see Rohl, and discuss a topic I was dreading.

Author's Note

Well that's the end of this chapter, I really hope you guys liked it. Sorry it wasn't what I thought it would be though.

Onto the questions.

How do you think the meeting is going to go?

What do you think Rohl is going to be like?

What did you think of the Renee and Phil moment I threw in there?

Any ideas what was going on with the Cullens and Anna?

PS

The next chapter for this story is set to come out next Saturday the 22nd, but because of how important the next chapter is, and how excited I am about the chapter, I'm going to post it, as soon as it is finished. So don't be surprised if it comes out before the 22nd.

Until next time,

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