A/N I don't own it.

Sorry for not updating sooner. I hope to have another chapter this week since I will be on vacation the next two weeks. Let me know what you think.

I will have a surprise next chapter...

The next day…

Esme POV

Bella really has great friends. The time away has helped Bella and she looks 100% better than she did that fateful night. Though she is much thinner and looks like she hasn't slept, her eyes look calmer and dare I say happier than before. She looks more confident about herself and I think she is going to be ok. I honestly thought I was going to actually have her as my new daughter in law in the future, but that dream has gone to the dogs. What possessed Edward to do what he did? I believed that he was the smartest of my sons, but I guess I was wrong. I raised my son and I am so disappointed on what I did wrong.

With all that happened, Bella came to talk to me privately. She kindly said that no matter what she would consider Carlisle and myself as her "adoptive parents" if we wished. After all that had happened and all the guilt I felt from what Edward had done, I had gained a beautiful, kind and selfless daughter.

We all had a lot of fun that day. Angie not only set this up for Bella but for Alice, Rosalie and me. Angie would have participated but she decided against it because she had to leave to meet the family in NYC to start filming for her new movie. Tim Gunn was such a knowledgeable and kind man. He took Bella under his wing immediately and completely changed her look. She decided to let Tim do anything that would help her be a better person to herself. Tim brought in wardrobes of clothes, his own makeup artist, colorist and hairstylist. Tim and Bella spoke and decided to go drastic – concerning her hair. Her face was beautiful and thinner than the normal Bella, but she made the decision – she was cutting all her hair and donating it to Locks of Love. The hairstylist gave her a pixie like haircut – she reminded be of a beautiful and young Audrey Hepburn. The colorist darkened her hair color with little hints of burgundy highlights and the makeup artist taught her how to use her makeup to her advantage.

Tim gave Alice, Rosalie and I advice on our makeup and hair. He told us our best colors and we proceeded in our hairstyle change. Alice just got a trim and her hair coloring got darker. Tim had told her that her hairstyle was perfect for her persona. Tim didn't change much on my hairstyle. He knew my hair was naturally wavy so I received a trim and a touch-up on my hair color. He did advise me to use darker shades of lipstick and to keep my "Rita Hayworth" persona up – it was perfect for me.

Tim changed a lot in Rosalie hair and makeup. He decided that a softer shade of blonde hair coloring would be best and he had her hair cut up to her shoulders. Her current hair length didn't due her justice and once she was transformed, the real Rosalie came out – beautiful and softer.

After Tim provided advice and clothes to Alice, Rosalie and myself, he took Bella under his wing. Once we were ready, Bella came out and we were amazed. She was completely different woman – completely confident with no hint of sadness in her face. She looked amazing.

Alice POV

My brother is going to die when he sees Bella. Wow – she looks like a movie star. Though she was completely transformed, there was something still off and I couldn't pinpoint what was wrong. I noticed it when we were talking about Edward. We were all disappointed and angry with his actions and Bella had nothing to say and gave no reaction. I wish I could read minds and be able to read what she was thinking. She is so strong and so selfless but she is going to break one day and she won't be able to recover from it.

The men were cooking for us and once Tim left with his entourage we graciously and lovingly thanked Angie for doing this. This was something so unexpected especially since we knew she didn't trust us as Bella. Angie played the protective big sister for Bella and I guess that is why she needed to be on guard for her sake. She didn't believe in us – worse now with what Edward did to Bella.

We girls decided to make Bella the big surprise. When we got there, we told Bella to wait outside so we could gather the men as she walked in. She kept quiet about it – still something is off. We walked in and everyone was there except for Edward. I didn't care where he was especially since his actions were so recent. We told the men to come into the living room. Emmett started then

"Pixie – this better be good. I am starving and we are almost done."

"Listen oh brother of mine – I think you would appreciate the surprise."

George had to snicker and interrupt "Listen Alice – whatever you are selling – I ain't buying – got it. Where's Bella anyway?"

I huffed – he didn't know what was going to hit him. "Mark my words old man – you are going to be buying and I will be laughing at all the money you will be spending."

Once all the men were there "Ok Angie, you can start."

Angie smirked "All right – I don't want to hear any criticism, cat calling or negativity. All I want to hear from your mouths is positivity. George and Brad – since I can only control you – BEHAVE or you will see the whip tonight."

Everyone stated ewwwwww

George and Brad smiled "You promise mistress!!"

Emmett smiled "Boy – I never would have thought you boys went that way?"

Angie screamed "Shut up! OK – introducing our Bella."

Bella came in and the men were all open mouthed with drool coming out – even dad. Bella just oozed a confidence about herself now with the minimal wardrobe and makeup. Now don't get your mind in the gutter – she was wearing clothes but simple classic attire. Tonight, she was just wearing a simple dark blue dress that demonstrated her curves and her beautiful flawless skin. Her makeup was simple and elegant and she wore simple black flats. She was simply gorgeous.

Dad came by and gave Bella a big hug and complimented her new look. "Bella – you look just simply stunning. How do you feel?"

Bella smiled "Thank you Carlisle. I feel good."

Emmett then picked her up for his bear hugs "Well I love the hair. Now you will be able to come and play any sports with us?"

She laughed "Bring it on Emmy!"

Jasper gave his compliment quietly and I saw a tear fall from Bella's eyes as she hugged him They both had a private and loving friendship. It felt that Jasper knew every emotion she would go through.

As Jasper separated from Bella, George was getting a little anxious "Alright – I really don't know what the big deal is? My god, you see one beautiful goddess – you see them all."

Bella laughed – "Yeah – If you think that line is going to help you get under my dress, well you are delusional my dear George."

"Ha ha ha Bella, you know I can just have you any time I want. I just don't want to hurt our "friendship".

She smiled "Oh but Georgie, you know it kills you that you can never "tap" this."

We were all laughing as Brad broke up their "fighting" and stated loudly – "There aren't enough words in the dictionary to describe your beauty my dear Bella".

He hugged her as George had to chime in "Hey Brad, didn't you use that line with Angie?"

Angie hit George – HARD!

Carlisle POV

After the bantering, we all sat down to start eating. We decided to make steak and potatoes and if I say so myself they were delicious. During the dinner, the topic of Edward kept coming up, but I noticed that Bella kept very quiet. I couldn't tell what was wrong. Was she that upset that she couldn't talk about it? Was she really blaming herself? I give Bella a lot of credit in remaining a virgin during this age. It is noble but I also understand why she has remained a virgin. First and foremost, she comes from the Denali family. She respects Tanya and Liam and she adores them with her life. With that said, she would never do anything to disrespect them. Secondly, her true love , the Swan family, died and I can imagine that caused emotional issues for her. She must have felt alone. Then what my kids and what the Hales did to her caused her a lot of emotional damage. Many people wouldn't be able to survive her past and that is why I am so proud that she walks with her head up high.

After Emmett said something if never talking to Edward again, Bella excused herself – George followed her. Emmett sadly stated "I hope our talk about Edward isn't hurting Bella too much. I thought that by talking about him would help her when she gets in the office."

I know my kids love Bella and would do anything to help her, but right now, I don't know how to help her. I wish I could just give her a big hug and take all her pain away.

After about 10 minutes, Bella came back without George. She spoke "Excuse me everyone, but I really need to get this off my chest. I have been thinking about this so much that I just can't take it anymore. It's about Edward and me. I really appreciate from the bottom of my heart your care and understanding and your loyalty over this. I am very grateful, but I need to have you all stop insulting and berating him."

We all looked shock at the word that were coming out of her tiny mouth. George came back and had Edward stand next to him.

"Edward doesn't deserve this kind of treatment from his blood – his family. He hurt me and that it. I have forgiven him, so I beg of you, please be a family once again. You don't know how lucky you are to have one another. I love mum and dad, but I would give everything to have a single moment again with my mommy and daddy and Steve.

Life is too short everyone and I want you to remind yourself this. Edward needs you so much more now than ever before. I am an outsider here even though you have accepted me in your family. Edward is your blood. He is your brother. He is your son. That will never change, so please help him. I know that I love him and though it will be a challenge, this feeling will go away for him, but your feelings should never disappear. So, I am going to leave you to make peace. All I ask that you work it out and return to a happy loving family. Don't do it for me, but do it for yourselves. "

Then George, Brad, Angie and Bella left without a word. We were all speechless.