New Start

Bella's POV

My life had fallen apart. Everything had gone downhill since a year ago. I lost all my friends. I lost respect, trust and confidence. All I had now was my family. My small, but loving family. Forks offered me a new start, so I took it. The move wouldn't help with my confidence, but people would respect and trust me.

I couldn't leave my uhhh… baby brother, my mom wasn't enough of a mom for anyone and she could see that he was better off with me instead of her. Edward is an angel most of the time. He loves meeting new people and trying new things.

A wail brought my attention to the little boy strapped on my lap. People's eyes went to me as they shifted in their seats. The plane was cramped and full.

"It's okay Ed. We're nearly there. I know you don't like it but it's nearly over. I've got you baby."

I lifted him up and cradled him to my chest. His cries disturbed the sleeping man beside us who grunted and turned away from us. Comforting the beautiful boy in my arms, he soon quieted down and fell asleep.

Once the plane landed and everyone started getting off, I sat still so that I didn't get in the way of those around me. It was a difficult task juggling the sleeping Edward and grabbing my rucksack from the overhead bins. It was even more difficult dragging my suitcase off the carousel. Cradling Ed to my chest with one arm, I pulled the suitcase behind me as I made my way to the oversized baggage. After giving over my receipt, I was handed Ed's baby seat.

Making sure he was secured into the seat, it was easier to manage everything. I walked from the arrivals gate to be greeted by my dad, Charlie Swan, Chief of Police in Forks. He took my case from me and gave me a one armed hug, trying not to disturb the sleeping baby. Whilst he put my bag into the trunk of his cruiser, I removed Edward from his seat and held him in my arms in the passenger seat.

He'd woken up as I moved him and reached his hand out to touch my face. I bent down so that he could grab my nose and we both chuckled. His was a feather light tinkling noise that I loved to hear. The driver door opened, and my Dad climbed in. He saw Ed's sparkling eyes and a smile broke out across his face.

"Hey there little Ed. You looking forward to seeing your new home?"

The little boy in question turned his head to him and clapped his hands laughing.

"How's he been doing Bells? He's a lot bigger than when I last saw him."

"He's been doing really well. The doctor said that he's at a good size and weight for his age. He's been really keen to roll around. He can't crawl or move around yet, which makes it easier to keep an eye on him."

"How are you doing Bells? You coping alright?"

We were racing down the empty interstate because it was a Monday and I took a deep breath. How was I doing? Was I excited about moving in with my Dad? Was I happy about moving to Forks? Was I going to miss Arizona?

I'd definitely miss the sun and heat. I wouldn't miss anything else about Arizona. I wouldn't say I was happy about moving to Forks but I was glad I could have a new start and be with my Dad. He'd protect me and be there for me.

"I'm fine Dad. It's not about me though, is it? It's about Ed."

"You have to feel safe and comfortable too Bella. You've been through a lot."

"I know."

The car became silent as I stared down at the baby boy in my arms. He looked a lot like me with a tuft of brown hair and deep chocolate brown eyes. His nose was the same shape as Renee's and mine. His lips were different than mine though.

Looking up, I saw a familiar two bedroom house standing before me. In the drive was small car. I'd been looking to buy a car so knew what it was. I didn't think Charlie would buy a car for me though. There stood a deep blue ford focus.

"You bought a new car?"

"It's for you Bells. Your Mom said you'd been looking to get one, so I got you one. Is it alright?"

"I love it Dad. You didn't need to get one though. I've saved up the money for one."

"I know Bells. You should save it up though. You'll need it in the future so if you ever need anything, don't be scared to ask. I'd be happy to buy things for you and Edward."

All I did was nod and climb out of the car. I was thankful I'd wrapped little Ed in a thick winter coat because I stepped out into the freezing temperature January brought to Forks.

"It's a sturdy car with as many safety features I could get on it. I wanted to make sure you both were safe when getting around."

Throwing an arm around his neck, I gave him a hug, watching Edward between us.

"I love it Dad. Thanks."

He patted my back before I pulled back and turned to the car. Holding Ed up, he stared at the new car and reached his hands to the car. I moved us forwards as he tried to clutch the flat window. A large smile took over my face as he frowned.

"Ahhh, baby, you can't hold that."

I held my finger out for him to grab and he pulled it to his mouth. His teeth had yet to come through, but his gums were swollen and painful.

"Do you like the car Ed?"

He giggled and clapped his hand around my finger before sucking on my finger again. Recently, he'd taken to making a chewing motion with his mouth.

I turned around to see Charlie carrying the baby seat into the house before leaning against the door frame watching me. Pulling my finger from Edward's mouth, I turned him round to face me and started bouncing him. It was getting frosty, so I quickly ran up the steps and into the warm house.

It looked exactly the same as when I'd last seen it. Charlie was never one for design or decoration. I'd like to at least put some more recent photos up.

Lifting my suitcase that he'd brought in, Charlie led me up to my room. As there was only two bedrooms, Edward would be in with me. I stood in the doorway of my room and saw an old wooden crib against the wall.

"This was your crib when you lived here. I kept it because I couldn't bear to get rid of it."

I gave him a small smile and felt a little awkward. It wasn't Charlie's fault Renee left him. She just couldn't stand the town and for that he suffered the loss of both of us.

"I'll leave you two to get settled. We can just order a pizza tonight if you want Bells, and I got some of that milk formula you told me about."

"Thanks Dad."

He left the room and closed the door behind him. My new life was starting, and I had to take everything that I was given because it wouldn't get much better.