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Chapter 19 - A Christmas Surprise

Songs for Chapter 19: All or Nothing - Theory of a Deadman & Eveything - Michael Buble

Bella's POV

"I can't teach you a lesson now, so remember this. You will get what is coming to you," Tanya hissed.

I wasn't as scared of her as she had hoped. All she did was piss me off. My tempter, instead of getting better, was getting worse and I didn't understand it. It's like my body has a mind of its own and I can't control the rage. I pulled my arm from her hands and glared at her.

Emmett pushed me out of the way as he growled at Tanya. She was swung around and, until I heard the voice, I didn't know by whom. This can't be happening, not again.

"If you touch or threaten my daughter again, it will be the last thing you do," Esme growled.

"Stop! Stop! Stop!" I cried out as I fell to my knees.

"Bella?" Emmett sounded worried.

"Please, all of this shit is my fault. Please stop fighting...." I mumbled.

He lifted me up and I felt calm wash over me. I looked up into Emmett's worried eyes and kissed him.

"I love you," I whispered.

He laid his forehead on mine and looked deeper into my soul than ever before. My body needed and wanted him at that moment more than ever before. It's like I was trying to bury myself into his soul.

"I love you, too, baby. Never doubt that," he said, kissing me again.

"Okay, come on let's go," Jasper said, grinning.

I knew he could feel my emotions and I just didn't care. I tapped on Emmett's hand so he'd let me down but he just grinned. He leaned over and whispered in my ear low enough I almost missed it.

"I can't have you the way I want you now but I will soon."

His cool breath on my ear made a shiver run down my spine. I smiled and he sat me down. Taking my hand, he led me to the assembled group in front of us. Carlisle, Esme and Alice hugged me. As we were walking out to the path Jake ran up and hugged me.

"We'll meet you at the house. I am not letting you out of my sight until those bitches are gone," he said, nodding to Tanya and Irina, "and the red-head is dead." He sighed and said, "I love you, Bells."

"Ah, Jake, I love you too. Don't worry, I'll be fine. Just take care of yourself," I said, holding back my tears.

We walked out to the jeep and, after I was buckled in, we were off. I didn't say anything I just sat there, starring out of the window, trying to figure the events of the day out. This is truly one fucked up situation but I don't see any way around it.

Emmett's POV

As I drove I could see the concentration on her face. She looked upset, which we all were, but there was more to it. I could see Jasper wincing so I decided I needed to talk to her.

"Bells, baby, you okay?" I asked.

"Not really. I think the adrenaline wore off and I am one lucky girl. What the hell was I thinking, yelling at a vampire like that? I think I have gone mental or something. I was scared there would be another fight. I can't handle that. No one else will be hurt because of me. No more fighting! I am not worth it no matter what you say," she said in a rush.

"Why does she keep saying she's not worth it? This is ridiculous!" I hissed.

"Emmett, pull over, now," Jasper said, low enough only I'd hear.

I hit the brakes and pulled over. Bella's eyes widened and I turned to face her. I needed her to see me, actually see me, to make her understand that she was worth everything.

"Damn it, Bella! You are worth it! I love you, we all love you. Why can't you see that? We'd fight for you, hell, I'd die for you. I will always protect you, no matter what," I growled.

"Emmett," Jasper hissed from inside the jeep. I knew my anger was raging but I needed her to know I was serious.

"That's my point! I don't want any of you risking yourselves for me. I couldn't take it if you got hurt or any of the others. You are my family and I love you," she yelled as the tears ran down her cheeks.

I ran around and pulled her from the jeep into my arms. She wrapped her arms and legs around me. She was holding me tightly to her and I loved the warm feeling she sent through my body.

"Baby, no one will hurt you and we can take care of ourselves," I whispered in her ear and kissed her cheek.

I stood there just holding her and letting my love for her ease her pain and worry. I gently pushed her back so I could look in her eyes.

"I love you, now, let's get you home so you can go to bed," I said, grinning at her.

Her cheeks turned red and she tightened her legs around me. Oh my naughty girl. I heard Jasper chuckle inside the jeep and pulled Bella from around me and sat her in the seat and buckled her in. A few minutes down the road it had gotten dark and Bella finally relaxed and drifted off to sleep. When we pulled up in front of the house I gently pulled her from the jeep and carried her to bed.

Once I had her in her PJs, I went out and help Jasper unload the jeep. We didn't bring much with us but we had it all put away by the time that the others got back. We got the tree set up and everything unpacked while Alice and Esme started to decorate.

The Denalis decide to come back to the house as they were adjusting to the overload of information Carlisle had given them on what happened last month. They understood what happened but Tanya and Irina still were not happy.

They made sure not to make a lot of noise. Bella had a long and worrisome day and she needed her rest. I went and lay with her until I heard a car pulling into the driveway and smiled. It was an hour before dawn and Jacob showed up with my box. I was so glad to keep this from Alice. She, of course, demanded to know why she couldn't know about a surprise for Bella.

I opened the box and pulled out the mass of black and brown fur. Her big brown eyes looked into mine and she licked my face. I heard Alice giggle and Jasper cringed. I laughed and the puppy barked.

"Shh, little one, you'll wake up Bells," I said rubbing it's little belly.

"Emmett, why did you get Bella a puppy? She already has Jacob...." Alice trailed off in hysterical laughter.

"Alice Cullen, apologize now!" Esme chastised.

"Mrs. Cullen, it's alright. I know Pixie is just joking," Jacob said, laughing.

I looked at Jacob and we all laughed again. I explained to them all that I had to pick the puppy up from the breeder and Jacob kept her until now so Bella wouldn't hear or see her. Jacob went back to patrol and we finished getting ready for Bella to wake up. We had each gotten her a numerous things but I wanted to spread the love out before I could get my thoughts together Alice squealed and clapped her hands.

Jasper raised a brow at her and I chuckled. I turned to my sister and she smiled.

"It will be perfect," Alice chimed and ran off into the kitchen with Esme.

"Emmett, would you mind tell us what Alice is so happy about?" Carlisle asked, smiling at me.

I explained to him and Jasper that I wanted to give Bells her own 12 days of Christmas. The puppy would be my first gift to her. I knew she had always wanted one, so I'd give it to her. I'd do anything for her, always. We each decided on a day and we'd surprise her each day with a gift.

I know there are two things that Bella doesn't like... presents and surprises, but it would be worth her wrath for us to make it known to her just how much we love her.

I walked upstairs, knowing Bella would be waking up any minute now. I sat the puppy back in her box and sat it in the middle of the floor. I place a card on the top and smiled at my sleeping angel. I went back downstairs and waited for her to get up.

Bella's POV

I could feel the sun on my face as I stretched and sat up. It took me a minute to get my bearings. The last thing I remembered I was in the jeep with Emmett and Jasper. I looked down and I was in my PJs and Emmett was nowhere around. As my eyes came into better focus I noticed a large box sitting in the middle of the floor. I got up, walked over to the box and pulled the card off the top.

Bells,

Baby, I love you. You are the best gift I have ever been given. I know you have a hard time when I'm off hunting so I thought this would help you not be lonely.

Please accept this gift with all my love and happiness.

Love,

Em

I smiled to myself and giggled as I lifted the box top. I looked inside and I, Isabella Marie Swan, squealed like a five year old does at their birthday party. Looking up at me was the cutest ball of fur, a mix of black and brown, with big brown eyes. I carefully picked the puppy up and hugged it. I held it out in front of me to see if it was a boy or girl. I pulled her back into my chest and she licked me.

I giggled again as I kissed her head. I ran into the bathroom and sat her down on a towel. I hurried through my shower and got dressed. She sat there patiently looking at me and would bark at me when I spoke to her. I was ecstatic. I scooped her back up and went down stairs when a familiar and vile voice caught my attention.

"Don't we have enough dogs around here already?" Tanya hissed.

What the fuck does she want?

I turned to glare at her as she glared at me. She tried to dazzle me but it wasn't working. The damn fool, she knew nothing about me, apparently. As I stood there my anger grew and the puppy growled at her. Tanya hissed and the puppy growled again. As I turned to walk away from her she reached for me.

Her hand was caught mid-reach and met with a hiss. I turned to see Jasper and Emmett standing behind me. Emmett released her hand and she stormed into Edward's room and slammed the door.

I turned towards the stairs as I felt a wave of calm wash over me and I smirked to myself. Poor Jasper had to keep me, the little human, under control. Emmett walked with me down the steps.

When I got to the bottom he turned and kissed me and winked.

"Go on in the living room, I'll get your coke and pop-tarts," he said, as he turned to go into the kitchen.

I walked into the living room and decided to sit in front of the fireplace. The very plush rug is comfortable and soft. I sat down, cross legged, and sat the puppy into my lap, she quickly curled up and went to sleep.

Emmett came in a few minutes later with my coke and pop-tarts breakfast and sat down beside me. He kissed the top of my head and gently lifted me into his lap. I was turned slightly to the side so I leaned in and kissed him. I felt his tongue dart out across my bottom lip and I granted him entrance.

He tastes so good, like coconut, and I can't get enough of him. I pulled away and felt at a loss. I looked into his amber eyes and whispered, "Thank you, she's perfect." He smiled and crushed his lips to mine again. A few moments passed and a throat cleared....

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