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God created the world in six days; the seventh day was for resting. This day marked the seventh day since Edward and Bella arrived. Seven days of agony and despair. How I wanted to close my eyes and forget, just for a moment the terror which was invading my home.

Sometimes I did envy humans, the ability to sleep seemed unnecessary at times but now it seemed so inviting, so calming. It was not the sleeping part, per se, I didn´t need any rest at all but the thought of forgetting the situation for just a moment. To forget that the world was crumbling around us, to forget the dreadful truth that was becoming clearer by each minute. The truth everyone knew but didn't dare to speak of, the fact that Bella wouldn´t live through this. Her state was getting weaker and weaker by the minute. The fetus had grown and her body wasn´t bearing what she was carrying inside her.

I had hoped for a miracle but none would come yet I felt like there would be change to come. It turned out that my feeling was right, but in an unexpected way.

I had just finished examining Bella; her condition was worsening with each day. I had just put down my medical journal when I heard hurried footsteps outside my door. By the sound of it I would be expecting Alice´s and Edward´s company. Just as I was about to invite them in the door burst open and Edward and Alice rushed inside. Their faces were grim as they walked up to me. "Carlisle it´s bad… I can´t believe how stupid we were, we should never have called Charlie." She said in a hurried voice, her tone piercing. "Alice you need to calm down." Edward said his voice a little bit calmer. "Edward what is it?" I asked him. "Jacob Black is coming. I could hear his thoughts; he is coming near our house." I glanced at my son and daughter who´s faces were utterly bewildered.

"We have to keep our calm." I said soothingly trying to organize my own thoughts. This had taken me off guard. Jacob and the rest of his pack had not escaped my mind entirely. I knew it would be a matter of days until they would find out the truth, but the question was how much did they know?

I looked at Edward who shook his head warily "he thinks I changed Bella. The thing is that Charlie talked to Billy about our phone call a few days ago and the pack found out. The problem is that they jumped to the wrong conclusion."

"Which is perfectly understandable" I added. Edward nodded his head "yes, but you remember the treaty. They intend to kill us if we bite a human and now they think we did." I knew the risk, I knew that the rest of the family would want to fight the wolves if they would attack but I feared the results. Not only wouldn´t we all survive but some of the pack wouldn´t either. I dreaded an upcoming battle; after all they were just children. "Edward didn't you say that he was alone" Alice said suddenly. "Yes, and he has revenge on his mind. He wants to fight me alone." Alice raised her eyebrows "But he´s alone, then there is nothing to worry about. We can handle him easily." She said confidently. "Alice, I don´t want any violence. Jacob is reasonable enough, if we just talk to him instead of using violence."

They glanced at each other "umm Carlisle, I don´t think it´s time to be reasonable right now. We need to be ready if they attack us." Alice said. I sighed, if there was something my children did not understand was the virtue of patience. They jumped too quickly to accusations, always ready for a fight if needed.

"Alice, he won´t listen." Edward said matter of factly. Alice stomped her feet to the floor in exasperation. "We don´t have time for this" she muttered before storming towards the door with Edward behind her. I followed them to the living room where the rest of the family were minding their own business. Alice stormed downstairs and stopped in front of the couch were Bella lay in. The family gathered around. "Everyone, we have a problem. Jacob is on his way right now and we need to prepare ourselves." Just when she had finished the last sentence everything went into a total chaos. Jasper rushed towards Alice and Emmett yelled out a battle cry, at least there was one person who was pleased with the news. Esme placed her hand to her chest crying out in shock. Rosalie hovered even more protectively than before. The only person who wasn´t worried was Bella, her face lit up when Alice mentioned Jacob´s name. "Jacob is coming" she breathed out.

Looking at the scene before me I thought about the start of this all. It had started four days ago, It had been three days since Bella and Edward had come back. Bella lay on the sofa her head placed on Edward´s chest. They had been silent for several moments when Bella lifted her head up.

"Edward, I want to talk to Charlie" she said in a low, fragile voice. Edward stared at her momentarily and I knew without his ability´s what he was thinking. Bella had approximately couple of weeks, even less, and there was a great chance that she wouldn´t survive, could he take that wish from her?

Edward gave me a quick glance for my approval. Could I risk my family´s safety with this one phone call? What would it mean if I would grant them this? Then again did I have any other choice? Was it really up to me to question things anymore? I glanced at Edward and nodded my head briefly.

"All right Bella, but it has to be brief, OK?" Bella nodded her head. Edward popped his phone open and handed it to Bella. Rosalie hovered close by with a sour expression on her face, she hated it when she didn´t get her way. I knew that she did worry greatly of this family´s safety and I couldn´t help but feel the same worry. I took my place beside Edward waiting. The rest of the family stood frozen by the staircase as the shrill ringing sound came from Edward´s cell phone. After three rings a gruff voice answered on the other line "hello?"

"Dad" Bella said quietly, her voice was a little bit hoarse. The other end was silent for a few moments; I could hear a short intake of breath. "Bella?" Charlie finally said, his voice sounded relieved.

"Why haven´t you called Bells? I´ve been worried sick of you….I tried to call but you didn´t answer your phone." Charlie said gravely.

A small tear made its way down Bella´s cheek. "I´m so sorry that I worried you dad, but I…" Bella paused in mid sentence "I…" she muttered again then stopped. She looked up at Edward, the tears ran now freely down her cheeks. Edward took her hand in his and squeezed it gently in encouragement. He placed his hand on her cheek and wiped the tears from her eyes. "Do it for Charlie, for his safety." He whispered gently.

"Bella, are you there?" Charlie´s anxious voice came from Bella´s phone. "Yes, I´m sorry dad, but I´ve been very sick since I came from the honeymoon."

"Sick! Is it bad? Do you want me to come? Where are you?" Bella looked at Edward for help but her looked at me. I took the phone gently from Bella´s hand and placed it by my ear. "Hello Charlie, this is Carlisle. I´m sorry about all of this but Bella has been very ill." I said politely. "Carlisle, how sick is she? Is it bad?"

"She caught a rare disease in South America. She´s in good hands Charlie you don´t have to worry about her." I glanced at Bella who had her face buried in Edward´s chest; her fragile hands were cradled protectively around her stomach.

"Humph" Charlie grumbled. It would be hard to convince Charlie to stay away from Bella. Edward nodded to me knowingly. Just as I was about to speak, Charlie´s gruff voice came from the phone.

"Where are you? I will try to get a flight as soon as possible." I sighed inwardly, how could I tell him that he could under no possible circumstances meet his daughter? The worst part was that I knew how it would feel like. The helplessness and the fact that there was nothing you could do to save your child. I knew the feeling all too well and I hated that I would have to be the one to bring him the news. I chose my words carefully before I answered him.

"It´s not necessary, we are here in Forks. I thought it was best to treat her at home." I paused before continuing. "Charlie you must understand that her state is quite severe, I think it´s best that no one visited, for now."

"Are you saying that I´m not allowed to see my own daughter? Don´t I have any right anymore?" he said surly. "Charlie, she is very sick. No one is allowed to be around her. I will call as soon as you can see her but in the meantime it would be best to let her be." I said patiently.

"Is Edward with her?" He said suspiciously.

"No. Like I said, no one is allowed to be around her. I am very sorry Charlie but this is how it is." There was a pause on the other line. I knew that Charlie wasn´t about to give up, I could almost hear the wheels turn in his head, trying to find a way to see his daughter.

"But I don´t have to see her. I could come and talk to her through the door, then at least she could hear me and know that I´m there." A small hope woke in his voice.

"I´m sorry Charlie, no visitors. I will call as soon as we get some news." I said firmly,

"But Dr. Cullen I could…."

"I´m sorry, Goodbye." I hung up before he replied. I hated to be so cold but it was for his best, I hoped.

Bella´s mood became even more depressed after the phone call and I started to think that maybe I was right in the beginning; maybe this was not such a good idea.

"Carlisle? Carlisle aren´t you listening to me? We need to get ready, Jacob is by the driveway." Alice´s high voice shook me from my thoughts. I shook my head "Everyone just calm down." I said firmly, everyone stopped in their tracks. "What are you talking about Carlisle? If you're worried about violence you needn´t worry we can take them down easily." Emmett said confidently. "No, you must stop with this at once. We really don´t know the reason why Jacob is coming."

"What are you talking about? Of course we know, Edward said that he´s going to kill us because he thinks that he changed Bella." Emmett rolled his eyes.

"Then why is he coming alone? Wouldn´t he have brought the pack if he was going to kill us all?" There was a pause then Jasper looked up. "Humm, this is odd." He said while staring outside the window. "What?" Alice said, worry edged in her voice. Jasper didn´t answer but looked thoughtfully towards Edward who had the same expression on his face. "Your right Jasper, I think it would be best."

"What is it?" Alice said while staring at her husband. Neither of them answered the question. "Common Jasper we don´t have forever. Well, not in this case. Please tell us, Jacob is walking up the stairs." She said desperately. Just then Edward glanced towards me nodding his head once before lowering his head. I understood the signal and went towards the door. I could smell his scent by the door. It was interesting how the scents of werewolves were so displeasing to Vampires just as the werewolves disliked the scent of vampires. I opened the door before the knock came. There in front of me stood Jacob Black. His appearance was disheveled, his clothes were ragged and his shoes appeared to be taped together with duck tape. His fist was in mid air as if he was about to knock. He seemed a little taken aback and I knew that he had expected Edward to meet him, ready for a fight. "Hello Jacob. How are you?" I said calmly. He seemed even more puzzled with my greeting but recovered fast. "I heard Bella made it back alive." He said drily. How does one tell a werewolf to postpone a fight with ones vampire son? I wondered.

"Er, Jacob, it´s not really the best time." I said, keeping my voice calm.

"Could we do this later?" Jacob looked surprised by my request. I was grateful that he didn´t show any attempt to attack. I could sense Emmett and Jasper nearby, ready for the blow.

"Come in, please Jacob." Bella´s voice came from the living room. I felt my instincts get a hold on me; I narrowed my eyes towards Jacob, wondering what he would do. To my pleasant surprise he didn´t show any intent of shifting. Instead he looked puzzled he narrowed his eyes slightly then he took a step and walked past me muttering "excuse me" before darting off. I was surprised by this but didn´t let it show and closed the door silently. Emmett and Jasper stared at me, I knew what they were thinking but I trusted Jacob. Well, I trusted his love for Bella. I knew that he would never attack her.

Jacob walked slowly towards Bella; it would be matter of seconds before he would see the problem.

Edward and Rosalie stood by the sofa. Rosalie had a grim expression on her face, not even bothering to hide her disdain. Bella didn´t show any signs of worry, her expression was calm and reassuring. Then her expression shifted. I knew what would happen, as I was about to help her I saw Rosalie bend over her with a basin in one hand. Just as she snatched it under her chin Bella threw up. I knew that there was very little that she could throw up except liquid. I had been trying to let her drink water so she wouldn´t dehydrate but she couldn´t hold anything down. So, much to her dismay, I put up an IV.

When she had finished she looked at Jacob, her face apologetic. "Sorry about that." Edward moaned slightly beside her. He was blaming himself, I could see it. I gave him a reassuring look. Esme had appeared beside me, her face showing sympathy towards them. I took her hand in mine and gave it a reassuring squeeze.

I looked at Jacob to see how he was handling this; His facial expression was a mix of horror and worry.

He walked slowly towards them as if his mind was elsewhere; his eyes were fixed on Bella. Just when he was near the couch, Rosalie hissed and rushed in front of the couch. Jacob seemed slightly taken aback but recovered himself quickly.

"Rose don´t," Bella pleaded "It´s fine." She said it in a shaky voice. Jasper and Emmett took small steps forward, ready to attack. Emmett´s fist were balled up and Jasper stared grimly at Jacob.

I could feel Esme´s nails digging in mine. "We have to do something." She whispered urgently, staring anxiously after Emmett and Jasper. "Wait, everything will be fine." I whispered back. She stared wide eyed at me as if I had completely lost it. "But, Carlisle, what if they will hurt themselves? I can´t bear it."

I was about to answer when I saw Rosalie move from her spot. I couldn´t believe my eyes. Never in a million years would Rosalie back down from a werewolf, or so I thought.

"Bella, what´s wrong?" Jacob whispered. He hadn´t moved from his spot, instead I could see his knees buckle and he dropped to the floor. I glanced worriedly at Edward but he didn´t show any expression. He was completely blank.

Jacob reached for Bella´s hand and grasped them between his. "Are you all right?"

Bella seemed uncertain how to answer the question so she muttered instead. "I´m so glad you came to see me today, Jacob." Her voice was thick with emotion. Edward moaned in desperation, Bella stroked his cheek in comfort. Jacob looked confused between them. I saw that he was trying to figure this puzzle out. He snatched his fingers away from Bella and stood up "what is it Bella?" he insisted. Bella glanced at Edward. When she didn´t get anything from him she drifted her eyes towards the living room where we stood. She seemed to be looking for any disapproval, when she didn´t see any she turned to Rosalie.

"Help me up, Rose?" Rosalie didn´t look at her, instead her eyes were fixed on Jacob who stood utterly confused by her plea. Rosalie didn´t show any sign of moving. Esme whimpered beside me, her face horror struck. I knew what she was thinking. How would Jacob react?

"Please, rose" Bella begged. Rosalie made a face then she leaned over her and put her arms behind Bella´s shoulders, heaving her up.

"No" Jacob said numbly. "Don´t get up…"

The sweat started to form on Bella´s brow by the pain and effort. "I´m answering your question" she snapped at Jacob. Finally Rosalie managed to pull Bella off the couch carefully. The blanket fell off her and pooled by her feet. Edward looked like he was about to snap, he buried his head in the cushions of the couch in desperation.

Meanwhile there was a total silence in the room. Jacob´s expression turned from confusion to horror. He didn´t show any sign of movement, his eyes drafted from Bella´s face towards Edward´s who´s head was still buried between the cushions. It was a horrible sight, Esme appeared to be as torn as I was. Should we dare to interfere? Or should we leave them be? Esme seemed to have made up her mind and made a slow step towards them but I was quicker and pulled her towards me. "No, let them be." I whispered so only she could hear. She looked up at me then nodded her head and stayed put. Emmett and Jasper seemed to have the same problem, their eyes drifted towards us then back at the scene before them.

Suddenly Edward sprung to his feet "Outside, Jacob" he snarled. "Let´s do this" Jacob snarled back. Emmett and Jasper couldn´t hold back any more and rushed beside Edward. Esme cried out in horror at the sight of her sons. "No" I heard someone whisper. I looked back and saw Alice standing few feet from Esme but it didn´t come from her. Bella stood on her shaky legs between Jacob and Edward. Her hand clutched Edward´s arm. "I just need to talk to him, Bella." Edward said calmly. I didn´t know whether it was the truth or not, I knew that Edward could react too rashly and Jacob was too young to know better.

But that was not my only worry. The movement had been too much for Bella, her face was ghostly white and the sweat was pearling off her brow. Edward seemed to notice it too. "Don´t strain yourself." He said soothingly. "Please rest. We´ll both be back in just a few minutes." She stared at him skeptically, then she nodded and Rosalie rushed beside her and helped her back on the soft cushions.

"Behave" she glared between both of them. "And then come back" she added. Jacob didn´t answer, instead he followed Edward who was walking towards the front door. Don´t do anything rash Edward.

I begged him, when he walked passed me. He gave me a short reassuring glance before darting outside.

There was complete silence in the house. Emmett stared longingly at the front door, waiting for a signal. Jasper kept his calm, showing no interest in a fight. Instead he glanced at the small figure in the furthest corner of the room. She hadn´t uttered a word since Jacob had appeared in the house. Jasper kept a guarded stare. I knew that he wanted nothing more than to keep her safe.

Rosalie sat beside Bella, stroking her long, dark hair. She had a grim expression on her face.

We stayed like this for the next fifteen minutes. Edward had taken him far enough so we couldn't hear them. That worried me a little. Either they were having a fight, or Edward was telling him something we weren´t supposed to hear.

Five minutes past, fifteen, twenty, and there was no sound. After twenty five minutes I heard them by the drive. The door opened slowly and Edward walked inside, Jacob stood in the doorway uncertain.

I let out a sigh of relief, at least they weren´t harmed. Then what were they doing? I glanced at Edward for an answer but he stared straight ahead. "We´re going to let Jacob and Bella speak privately" he announced. His voice was a little strained but he didn´t appear to show any sign of dissent. It appeared like this was not Jacob´s idea but his.

Rosalie hissed "over my pile of ashes." Edward didn´t show her any interest, instead he looked at Bella.

"Bella, Jacob wants to talk to you. Are you afraid to be alone with him?" Bella looked at Jacob, trying to find a meaning out of all this. Then she turned to Rosalie. "Rose, Jake´s not going to hurt us. Go with Edward."

"It might be a trick" Rosalie said warningly. Bella looked at Jacob again. "I don´t see how" She replied.

"Carlisle and I will always be in your sight, Rosalie." Edward said. Rosalie glanced from Edward´s face and found mine. She glared at me accusingly. "We´re the ones she´s afraid of" The anger was starting to show in his voice. "No" Bella cried out. The tears started to stream down her cheeks "No, Edward. I´m not…" she said hysterically. I felt a sick feeling in my stomach. I hated to be the cause of this distress. Edward was right, although she denied it, Bella was afraid of us.

"I didn´t mean it that way, Bella. I´m fine. Don´t worry about me." Edward said soothingly.

Edward stood up and motioned his hand towards the door "Everyone, please."

I turned towards Esme and took her arm in mine before walking towards the door. I heard small footsteps behind me and noticed Alice skipping beside us. Jasper and Emmett followed shortly after with Rosalie and Edward in the back. We made our way to the backyard. There we could be in a close range if Bella needed our help and far enough for their privacy.

"What was this all about Edward?" Rosalie broke the silence. "They need to talk." Edward replied in an emotionless voice. "That doesn´t answer my question" Rosalie shot back. Edward glared at her but didn't answer. "Rosalie, this is enough. If Edward doesn't want to talk about it then we should respect that." I said sternly. Rosalie glared at me but kept silent. We spent the next minutes in silence.

Then I felt a soft tapping on my shoulder. I turned around and found Esme who bid me to follow her. We walked a few yard until she stopped. "Carlisle, I´m worried" she whispered. I cradled my arms around her waist. "I know. I am too but I don´t think that Jacob will do Bella any harm." I whispered in her hair.

"No, that´s not why I´m worried" she turned around at stared at me. "It´s Edward. He is crumbling down and I worry about what he will do."

"I know, I worry about him also. But what can we do?" Esme stared at me with her big, golden eyes.

"Well, I was thinking that you could speak with him." She said hopefully. I sighed.

"Darling, I have tried to speak with him and there is nothing that I say that will ease his pain."

"Yes, I know but there is something on his mind and I think that you can speak with him about it." She looked at me pleadingly.

"I don´t know." I said doubtfully. I knew what she was thinking but I didn´t want to bother Edward with it, not at this moment. Esme sighed "please, he won´t listen to me. I know he will listen to you."

"Esme, not now" I whispered. Her face slumped and she nodded her head slowly. "Fine, but promise me, Carlisle, that you will speak with him soon." She pleaded with me. I nodded my head. "I promise, but not now."

"Hey. Carlisle, Esme, Jacob left." Emmett cried out. I looked at Esme and took her hand in mine. "Let´s go." I whispered. We followed the children inside. When we came inside I was met with the sight of Bella in my son´s arms. He stroked her back calmly, his expression blank. "He´s not coming back" Bella choked out. Edward didn´t say anything, instead he hugged her closer to him.

Everyone decided to leave them alone, except Rosalie who lurked in the shadows in case Edward would do something.

I headed my way outside and stood on our porch staring at the route Jacob had just crossed.

I could still smell his scent. No matter what he had told Bella I was certain that this was not the last we would see of Jacob. He would return that I was certain of. Although he had left us worrying over a new threat I was sure that Jacob Black would be on our side. As I stared at the full moon I felt Esme´s presence beside me. She didn´t say anything. Instead she laid her head on my chest and stared at the sky above us. I snuggled her closer to me, seeking in the comfort of her embrace. In the comfort of her arms I thought about the days to come. Everything was about to change, and I prayed it was for the better. No matter what, there was one thing I was certain of and that was that no matter what we would have each other. That was certain.

A/N: Thank you so much for reading. I hoped you enjoyed it. I must apologize for the lack of update. I have been very busy with mu study´s. This chapter is mostly about Jacob´s reaction about the pregnancy. I must admit that I have never written Jacob before but I hope that he is similar to the Jacob we have all learned to love. I want to thank every single person who has reviewed this story, you keep me going.

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