N/A: Ok, another 'memories' for all of you. Now, just to clarify, I am ENGLISH, so, although I try my hardest, if I make teeny-weeny mistakes when it comes to American grammar, please excuse me. So, this is the chapter where Bella and Edward tell Charlie about their engagement (remember, these things are NOT in order). Enjoy! Oh, and this chapter is dedicated to Stephenie-Rulz.
Chapter 8: Memories IV
Edward grips my arm as we walk up the short path to the doorway of Charlie's house. He is not merely holding me- he is supporting me. I sigh. Again. This has to be the hardest thing I've ever done.
"Are you sure about this Bella? It's not too late to turn back." Edward turns to me, concerned. He doesn't need to read my mind to know I'm not all too happy about this. But I know I want him for eternity, and if this is the way to do it, well…
"And disappoint Alice? How could I?" I laugh lightly in response. He studies my face for a minute, clearly not impressed by my light-hearted reply, and then continues to walk me to the door.
"If you're sure…" I nod slightly in return, too over-come by nerves to appear cheery. He rings the doorbell once, twice, and then a third time, when there is no answer. I knock on the door, confused. The cruiser is in the drive, so…
"Dad? Dad, are you in?" I peer through the glass on either side of the wooden door, confused.
Suddenly, the door opens, to reveal the somewhat startled face of my father.
"Yes? Oh, yes Bella. I thought you were out with the Cullen's today?" He genuinely seemed confused- he didn't even glare at Edward.
"Well, we were. But there's something Edward and I need to tell you." I can't stop the blush that creeps into my face. He will be so disappointed.
"Oh?" Charlie looks at us now, his face betraying a hint of superstition.
"I think you'd better sit down." I mumble, my eyes focused on the ground.
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"So, you're marrying him?" The outrage on Charlie's face is clear for all to see. But at least it was better than when he thought I was pregnant. That had been almost cataclysmic. He takes a few breaths in and out, processing the information. When his emotions are in check, he turns to Edward, who has been silent, the whole conversation.
"And you can support her? You can take care of her as your wife? You won't hurt her, or leave her again?" The last comment was a low blow, even for Charlie, but Edward ignored it with the usual politeness he adopts.
"Yes sir. We are going to have a small service here, in Forks, and then Bella and I will be leaving for Alaska. I still want Bella to pursue a college education." The last comment was directed at me. Edward's eyes lock with mine for a moment, still pleading me to reconsider. I give the tiniest of shakes. He gives the tiniest of sighs.
"I don't like it Bella. You're just too young. I don't think you're ready." Charlie's voice takes on a new, father-like tone. This sets me off.
"Dad, Edward and I are of age now. We can get married with or without your permission, but we both really want you to be there." I sit next to him, holding his hand. This show of affection is awkward for us both.
"But…I…" He looks outraged, and then suddenly calms down a little. "If that's the way you want it…I guess I have no choice…I'll be at the wedding." He sighs in resignation. Edward shakes his hand and we go to the door.
"Just, Bella, don't forget your options." The enigmatic final sentence takes me back to when Jacob told me those very words, when he kissed me. I shudder at the memory.
"There are no other options. Not for me dad. Just Edward." I smile into the eyes of my love, and know I am loved in return.
N/A: Sorry it's not very long and the ending is a little cheesy, but there you go! Oh, and in the last chapter I hinted at Bella's powers. I was wondering if you like them. I didn't make everything clear, because I wanted to make it as natural as possible, but let me know! You know what to do! Oh, and listen to "Ain't it Funny" By JLo, because it is soo Twilight!