Twilight saga New Moon Fanfiction

Transitionals: New Moon

Disclaimer: I do not own the rights to New Moon or any of the other books in the Saga, they belong to Stephenie Meyer. I do use some phrasing, sentences, and descriptions from the books though.

Hurray, it's Halloween, well only in the story. The last chapter we got a lot of information that hopefully made you all wonder who the traitor is. These next three chapters are going to be basic filler with fun excitement and opportunity to meet some of the people that Toby trusted. It should be fun to see what the Cullens are going to do.

I would like to dedicate this chapter to everyone who loves some aspect of Halloween.

Chapter 10

I don't know what it is about Alice, that makes her think that going out on Halloween is a good idea. Halloween is a time where the Hunters and members of the Undermining can walk around freely without arousing suspicion. Halloween, it is the perfect cover.

And while the Hunters are willing to expose themselves, the Undermining aren't but they will on Halloween. Despite that, we still can't expose ourselves in front of the Humans.

So then why would I sit in Alice's bathroom, in a chair, and let her dress me up? Because Anna had gotten everyone to dress up for Halloween.

Even Charlie who was working tonight had dressed up a little bit for her. He had slicked back his hair and had somehow managed to curl the tips of his mustache. He looked like one of those devious villains in the old silent movies.

Anna of course was dressed up as a princess, and much to her delight she and Rose had managed to get Emmett to dress up as a king. Emmett looked funny in the crown but he strode across the room looking important just to make Anna giggle. Rose of course looked elegant in her queen attire.

Anna had also gotten a hold of Jasper. She had seen his uniform from the civil war hanging up in his study. She only had to ask once and he willing agreed. He was now sitting in the living room wearing his uniform, and Alice was in a nurse's outfit from the same time.

The rest of our group were dressing in clothing from the early twentieth century.

Cissy was wearing one of the long baby dresses and a bonnet, something she didn't like. Esme had downed a gown from her human life so that she and Cissy would match. Carlisle looked dashing in his tuxedo, complete with cane and top hat.

While I had seen the rest of the family, Edward was running errands for my dad; for reasons I didn't know. I had no idea what his costume looked like. Alice had assured me that the two of us would match.

I wasn't feeling too confident in the dress Alice was having me wear. True it was beautiful but it was extravagant. I couldn't even follow what she had done with my hair, and of course I was ignoring the makeup.

When she finally had me in front of the mirror, I felt like had been taken back in time.

Alice squealed in excitement. "You look fabulous, Bella. You were definitely born in the wrong decade."

I didn't know how to respond to that.

Alice grabbed my hand and the two of us made our way down stairs.

My control was far from perfect, but every day I got better. I was still using my shield to help me, but when I wasn't surrounded by people who couldn't know our secret, and I didn't need to worry about messing with my vision, I practiced without my shield.

If I was being honest, I was doing well; if I was being stubborn, I was failing.

My gaze locked on Edward's as soon as I was safely down the stairs. He was wearing a tux similar in style to Carlisle's, he wasn't carrying a cane though, and he didn't have a hat.

Anna started trying to pull Emmett and Rose out of the house.

"Okay, okay, we're going." Emmett lifted her into his arms and tore out of the front door to put her in her car seat.

I shook my head and laughed softly. It would appear by how the house had suddenly emptied of everyone but Edward and me, that the others were all excited too. I wondered what they normal did on Halloween. Did they even celebrate the holiday?

"You look beautiful." Edward offered me his arm.

"And you look dashing." I told him as we joined the others outside.

The moon was bright and thankfully there wasn't a cloud in the sky. Even though there would be plenty of light from the moon and stars, I was worried about taking Anna trick or treating.

Anyone we could meet could be a Hunter or part of the Undermining.

Edward kissed my forehead to get my attention. When I glanced into his topaz eyes, he smiled. "We won't let anything happen Bella. Nothing is going to go wrong tonight."

His words instantly made me feel better, but at the same time I didn't want to really believe him. I glanced over at Jasper who gave me a sheepish grin before he stopped manipulating my emotions.

Edward's gently pressed his lips to my jaw. "Don't be too upset with everyone. This is a new experience for us all, everyone's looking forward to it."

I sighed and nodded. I knew that none of them would take this night lightly. They wouldn't let their excitement overpower their cautiousness. A part of them would be keeping close tabs on all the people, watching out for our safety.

We drove to one of the more populated neighborhoods of Forks, and left our cars on the side of the street.

Anna was bouncing with anticipation. She grabbed Emmett's hand and started heading for the closest house.

We merged into the other groups of trick or treaters easily, and we leisurely walked around the different streets of Forks.

Alice did amazing with our costumes. The other adults who were taking their kids trick or treating were constantly stopping to admire them. Anna and Cissy of course got the most compliments.

It was a good thing my brain had more room in it than a normal person. One part of it was enjoying the evening. The cool air, while it didn't bother me, felt nice. The stars and moon were beautiful to see. And most importantly I was with people I loved and we were having a great time.

Although another part of my brain was focused on my surroundings for a different reason. It was keeping track of any signs of danger.

"Bella, is that really you?"

I turned when I heard a voice I recognized. I smiled at my friend. "Angela, I love your costume."

Angela was dressed as a witch, she even was carrying around a broom. "Thanks, yours is amazing. I feel like I've traveled back in time just standing beside all of you."

I blushed at the compliment, hoping that it was dark enough that she wouldn't notice. "Thank you. Are you taking your brother's trick or treating."

She nodded and pointed to two little boys who were standing between a man and a woman that I instantly knew were their parents. The two little boys were dressed as superheroes, Spiderman and Batman. One of them yawned while the other blinked repeatedly.

Angela laughed sweetly. "Time to get them to bed. I'll see you at school Bella." She gave me a quick hug before nodding towards the Cullens.

"See you later," I called after her.

It wasn't much longer before Anna started yawning. She tiredly reached up for Emmett to carry her. She was asleep by the time he had gotten her in her car seat.

"I told you nothing would happen." Edward smiled teasingly as her drove towards his house. Our car leading the group back.

Since Charlie wasn't expecting to be home until the wee hours of the morning, he wanted the girls and me to stay at the Cullen's house, where they could keep an eye on me. He was seriously worried that the Hunters would try something tonight.

I knew that he hadn't relaxed yet, and wouldn't until the night was over. I wouldn't be fully relaxed for the night until the girls were safely in bed and I was being held by my love.

Edward stiffened and his hands tightened around the steering wheel. If he didn't calm down he'd crush it.

"What's wrong?" I reached out and place my hand over his, the one I could reach.

He surrendered his hand, giving it to me easily. "There's a wolf waiting for us."

I turned my gaze to the front, looking out the windshield. "Which one?"

"Jared."

That one word was filled with so much stress that I shook slightly. Something was wrong, very wrong.

Edward pulled into the garage, Rose, and Carlisle doing the same.

Rose and Esme took the two sleeping girls inside the house, but I knew they would hear everything that was said.

The rest of us met Jared the wolf in front of the house.

Edward sighed.

I ducked under his arm and wrapped my arms around his waist. "What's wrong?"

"He's too nervous to talk to us in human form, I'll have to translate."

I could understand why he'd be nervous. He was one wolf surrounded by five. Something about his eyes made me wonder if something else was wrong though.

Carlisle greeted the giant wolf kindly. "Welcome, what can we do for you tonight?"

The wolf known as Jared glanced at Edward before turning to Carlisle. His face was pained, his eyes were worried.

Edward grimaced and pinched the bridge of his nose. "Paul was attacked by a Hunter. They're hoping you'd come help him. They're not sure what's wrong with him." He turned to Carlisle while the wolf nodded his large head.

Carlisle agreed immediately. "Let me get a few things first." He raced into the house, Alice on his heels.

Jared glanced nervously at Edward.

Edward sighed. "That's not going to happen."

Emmett, Jasper, and I glanced at him curiously, all of us wondering what he meant.

He answered with a glare at Jared. "They want Carlisle to come alone."

"Not happening," Emmett agreed; glaring at the wolf too.

Whatever Jared was thinking was irritating Edward. "If I was there I could tell Carlisle what Paul is thinking, I could help him; help Paul."

Jared seemed to waver at the mention of Paul.

Emmett jerked his thumb at Edward while glaring at Jared. "I'm going if he's going."

Jared shook his head, that only angered Emmett.

Edward placed a hand on Emmett's shoulder. "The wolves don't have very much control at the moment. The attack on their pack brother has hurt them and they don't trust themselves to be able to control themselves near so many of their enemies. They don't want to risk hurting us."

Jasper nodded in understanding, but Emmett still didn't want to wait behind.

I stepped to his side and hugged him. "Stay here and keep Anna and Cissy safe. The Hunters are no doubt on our side of the treaty line anyway."

Jared huffed in what I'm sure was an annoyance of the truth of my words.

Edward proved that I was right. "The Hunters have moved off of their land for now."

"Fine, we'll stay here." Emmett crossed his arms over his chest, making himself look larger. He was ready for a fight.

"But call if you need us," Jasper added.

"We will," I promised.

Edward turned to me, his eyes glaring at me sternly. "You are staying here."

I shook my head, he couldn't leave me behind. "You need me to go with you. Besides the Hunters are on this side."

"Didn't you hear me when I said the wolves don't have much control? It's too dangerous." He was determined not to let me go.

Jared nodded in agreement, further making me mad.

I pointed at him angrily. "You need me."

Edward was at my side and tried to pull me away from the wolf. I had my shield around me and connected to the ground before he could though.

"None of you have ever dealt with an actual attack from a Hunter. I know what they can do. I can figure out what they did to him."

"She has a point." Carlisle joined us, carrying a large bag. He had removed the top hat and was no longer carrying the cane, but he hadn't taken the time to change into different clothes. "We need to hurry, so we can help Paul."

Edward clamped his mouth shut and pulled me into his arms. "Let's go." His voice was rough. Hopefully he wouldn't be too upset with me.

Carlisle and Edward followed Jared through the woods, stopping outside a small house, at the edge of the reservation.

There were two wolves beside the house. "One was laying on the ground, as still as can be. The other one was standing guard. When he saw us he nodded, letting us come closer. He glanced at me curiously.

"She refused to stay behind," Edward grumbled.

Carlisle shook his head, patting Edward's shoulder than giving mine a squeeze as he passed us to get to Paul. "Bella could help us take care of Paul."

Sam the wolf nodded before turning to Jared.

Jared nodded and headed back into the woods. When he returned he was back to being a human.

"This would be easier if he could phase back into his human form." Carlisle glanced between the two wolves.

"They've been trying to get him to phase back, but he isn't responsive," Edward translated for Sam.

"Can you hear Paul's thoughts?" I tried to move closer to the wolf laying on the ground but Edward wrapped his arm around my waist, keeping me at his side. How was I suppose to help if he didn't let me get close to him.

He glanced down at Paul but a second later he shook his head. "I don't hear anything."

"He's been like that for a while now," Jared told us. He was worried about his pack brother. "His thoughts just all of a sudden stopped."

Carlisle sighed, and did what he could for Paul. The wolf didn't even move as he checked for any injuries. He shook his head. "I'm not finding anything wrong."

"You won't."

We all turned to find my dad walking out the back door of the house with a young woman following behind.

The woman had long straight, crow-black hair. Her skin had the same copper coloring most, if not all the Quileute people had. The right side of her face was scarred from hairline to chin by three thick, red lines, lived in color though they were long healed.

I quickly glanced away from the woman and to my dad. He walked up to the still wolf and stared at his face. After a moment he pointed out his blank stare. "The Hunters tried to possess this young man."

"Tried," Edward turned to my father, asking the question we were all thinking.

I didn't understand. "How was he able to defend himself from them?"

Charlie shrugged, checking over Paul to see if there was anything else.

"You know, when I was a wolf and I was trying to get to Paul when he and the Hunter were fighting, I felt something.

Sam nodded, he had felt it too.

Jared explained what he meant. "It was like I could sense that someone was in Paul's mind. I'm almost certain that Paul knew he was there but he couldn't get him out of his head."

Edward's face turned thoughtful, like the rest of us. "Your minds are connected, could it be possible that because of that connection the Hunters can't possess them?"

Charlie and I both gasped at this new information.

"Hunters can't possess more than one person at a time," I told them. I quickly faced Sam. "Since all of your minds are connected they won't be able to possess you."

"A connection like that could also keep the Undermining from controlling your minds," Charlie added. "Magical connections are hard for the Undermining to break, the likely hood of them getting past your mental connection isn't likely."

Edward turned from Sam to my dad, his face hardening slightly at whatever Sam had thought. "Sam is grateful for the information but he'd like to know if there's anything else wrong with Paul besides almost being possessed."

Charlie went back to checking over Paul. As his hand brushed through his fur a small dark bead fell.

Carlisle caught it before it hit the ground. He turned it over in his hand; He didn't know what it was but I did.

"Dad?" When he looked up I pointed to the bead. "Paul was stunned."

Charlie walked around Paul and reached his hand out for the bead. Carlisle handed it to him. "This is one of the stun bullets that the hunters use. One of them would be enough to knock a grown man out for an hour or two." He glanced back at Paul. "Given his size, I'd say they would need at least three, but I can't be certain.

"When he wakes up he'll be sore and he'll feel drained. You'll need to make sure he drinks plenty of water and eats something every few hours. He'll want to take something for the pain for the next few days."

"So nothing that isn't normal," Jared laughed, trying to lighten the mood.

The woman glared at Jared. "Be nice, that's your brother and he's not well."

Jared bowed his head, nodding slightly. "Yes Emily."

"Sam's going to change, he wants to be able to talk with you." Edward said as Sam headed into the woods

Sam returned in his human form. "Our body temperature, makes it hard to take medication. We don't exactly get a high enough dosage."

Carlisle dug into the bag he had brought with him. He handed a bottle of pills to Sam. "Try these, but be careful; people have been known to become addictive to those."

The woman named Emily took the bottle from Sam. "I'll make sure that he doesn't." She than reached for Carlisle's hand ignoring Sam's worried look. "I'm Emily, Sam's fiancé."

Carlisle took her hand. "I'm Carlisle, and this is my son Edward, and Charlie's daughter Bella."

Emily nodded in our directions. She paused when she glanced at Charlie. "Him I know," she laughed softly.

Charlie gestured with his head to his cruiser. "I don't mean to be rude, but I need to get Bella out of here." He sent a pointed glare at Edward before turning it on me. "It's late and it isn't exactly safe at the moment."

Edward tightened his grip around me. "Bella wanted to be here so she could help."

"How was I supposed to know that they would call you," I tried to defend myself when Charlie narrowed his eyes at me further.

"They didn't call me Bella." My dad took the sign that had been his dad's, out of his pocket. "I've been checking this all night, keeping an eye on the Hunters. They've been swarming in La Push and Forks."

He turned it on and it wasn't long before he was grimacing. "We need to leave."

Edward lifted me into his arms, preparing to run back to his house as fast as he could.

"No," Charlie said urgently. "No one is running tonight. There's too many out tonight and they have at least two targets that they would consider fun to track tonight."

Sam grabbed the sign that we had given him, powering it on quickly. "They still haven't found the transitional creature here in La Push."

Charlie shook his head. "The person's signal changes too frequently. Whoever he or she is, they must be around multiple different animals. Each animal would change their signal, since the transition is getting ready to finish."

"And the first animal they see is what they'll change into, Right?" Jared clarified.

Charlie nodded and pocketed his device. "Come on, I'll drop the three of you off at the house."

"It was nice meeting you Emily." I called over my shoulder. Edward was already heading towards the cruiser. The two of us sat in the back while Carlisle sat in the passenger seat.

"So how bad was it?" I asked once we were outside of La Push.

Charlie grimaced, he knew what I was talking about. "There were some close calls Bella."

I was shocked and from the same worried looks on Carlisle and Edward's faces, I could tell they were too.

"None of us picked up any trouble." Carlisle's words sounded off because of how upset he was. "How were they able to get so close and none of us realize? Edward should have been able to pick up their thoughts right? They would have been thinking about Bella and their task at hand."

Everything he had said was true, so why hadn't any of us noticed.

Charlie sighed, shaking his head tiredly. "Thanks to the sign, the Hunters know that Edward can read minds, and how far it has recorded his ability. They would know to stay out of his range. While they wouldn't be able to hide their thoughts from him, they could make the people they possess hide their thoughts."

"Those people would have just been thinking about Halloween," Carlisle said realizing what my dad had meant.

Edward growled lowly. "I know we're using that to track the Hunters that are around, but it seems like more trouble than it's worth. Whoever made that thing really shouldn't have."

I gave him a soft smile. "I know, the Hunters took the signs and use them for their dark purpose."

"They were meant to help find Transitional creatures so they could get help with their transitions. They were never meant to be used by Hunters," Charlie added.

Edward wrapped his arms around me. "I still think it should never have been made."

I couldn't help but agree. "Grandpa Ray regrets building them every day."

Edward stiffened. "Grandpa Ray built them?"

I nodded, knowing where his thoughts were going. I didn't think much of it though; I was suddenly feeling really tired. I was half asleep when we pulled in front of the Cullen's house. My brain felt muddled from how tired I was.

"Get her inside," I thought I heard my dad say but I wasn't sure. "Make sure someone is always with her." That one was even harder to understand.

Carlisle said something in reply but I was too tired to comprehend what was said.

Author's Note

Personally I love Halloween. I love to dress up and get to pretend to be someone else. So I really hope you guys liked this chapter. Feel free to tell me if you didn't, constructive criticism is always welcomed. Also if you see any mistakes, I would like to know.

Whose Halloween Costume did you like the most? My favorite is between Carlisle and Charlie's even though Charlie's was just a change in his hair and mustache.

Edward's getting more suspicious of Grandpa Ray. Does anyone think he might be right?

Any idea what sort of repercussions Bella's going to have to deal with after the incidents that night? Percentage? Energy levels? Any new vampire abilities?

Next chapter is really special. Not only will we have thanksgiving, but we'll have trouble with Bella, an uninvited guest, and Cissy's birthday. Any guesses about the order of what will come first. (Hint next chapter will begin with Nov 1st)

I'm really looking forward to next chapter, and I hope you all are too.

Keep an eye and ear out for the traitor,

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