A/N: Okay, I am hoping to finish this story within the next week, maybe week and ½. Anyways... Thanks to all my reviewers!

Chapter 17

Edward received his first letter from his savior Jacob a few weeks ago. He informed Edward that everyone at their camp missed him and checked up on his injuries. He's a great friend; I can't wait to meet him. Jake, according to Rachel, will be coming home in four months or so. I haven't talked to Edward about it yet but I want Jacob to be one of the twin's godfather. He deserves to have some part in our lives, he all but saved Edward so many months ago. I am also thinking of having Angela, Ben and Rachel also be the godparents. Angela has been a friend through high school, along with her boyfriend- no fiancé Ben. She was always there when I needed someone to talk to and I think that she could be a good impact on my children's lives. Also, Rachel has been through so much with me these last months. Even though I've only known her for a short amount of time, she has seen me at my best and my worst. Also, she took over my job and is helping me by keeping the class going and in order. If she hadn't been there already I'd have another thing on my agenda... re-teaching how to teach my class to an assistant permanent substitute.

"Edward?" I called after hearing the doorbell chime. "Can you get the door?"

"Um... sure?" he called running down the stairs. I had been on bed rest these past weeks and can't do anything it seems. All of a sudden I heard Edward's pained voice murmuring softly.

"No...No!" he muttered louder.

"Honey?" I asked as I heard him sobbing. I quickly got up, forgetting the doctors warnings, and waddled as fast as I could over to my husband. I found him gabbing the banister as if without it he would collapse. He was crying, big fat watery tears flowing continuously down his beautiful face.

"Edward?" I began before noticing the brown letter on the floor. The paper looked so official... so familiar. Oh no... I managed to bend over and grab the slice of paper and gasped when I saw what it said.

Dear Mr. Edward Cullen,

It is in our sincerest apologies to inform you of the death of your friend Jacob Henry Black. It was in his request that we send a notice along to not only his family, but also to you. We are very sorry to inform you of this loss. Please remember that he was lost fighting for what he believed in and keep your memories of him close to your heart. If you need any more information on this soft subject, please feel free to call 336-982-4785 or please write to me at:

Seth Clearwater

236 U.S. Recruit

56223891103256

Jake was a great person and was loved by everyone. He will live on forever through you and his family.

Sincerely,

Seth Clearwater

I rushed over and wrapped my arms around Edward. He gently embraced me back and kissed my forehead.

"He's gone...." he whispered into my head.

"Edward.... he's... he's in a better place. At-at least they told you." I whispered, tears now in my own eyes. I know that Jake was a person of high importance to Edward. He had saved his life and knowing Edward, I can only imagine what was going through his mind... 'I should have been there to save him!'. He blames himself for everything that I know. I need to stay strong for my husband. He had just lost one of the most important people to him and I know he will try anything to punish himself. I need to be here for him... he needs to know that he, no we, can get through this. As a family.

A/N: There's a shocker! Didn't expect that now did you? Thanks again to all my reviewers! I will try to keep cranking these out soon. Oh and I was wondering, what exactly are the Twilight Awards. Many people keep mentioning them but, I really don't understand what they are. Thanks!

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