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Will Melody do what Gemma says?

I'm having the day from hell,
it was all going so well (before you came)
And you told me you needed space,
With a kiss on the side my face (not again)
And not to mention (the tears I shed)
But I should have kicked your (ass instead)
I need intervention
Attention to to stop temptation to scream

Everything is F'ed up straight from the heart
Tell me what do you do, when it all falls apart
Gotta pick myself up where do I start
'cause I can't turn to you when it all falls apart
No

'cause baby

When It All Falls Apart, by The Veronicas

Chapter 15

Gemma stomped off, not even waiting for my answer. "Why is Charlie in the hospital?" Natasha asked, grabbing my shoulders and facing me towards her.

"H-he's dying" I choked out, and she pulled me into a hug.

"Aww... don't worry Melody, we'll get you to the hospital, I promise" Natasha said, crossing her heart.

"But what about Gemma?" I wondered aloud.

"Who cares? Charlie is probably the only real family you got! And for the love of god, he's dying! At least say goodbye" Natasha commanded, seriously.

I nodded, my eyes landed on someone behind her. It was Edward, he stared at me, in cocern. I grabbed Natasha's hand and led her to class, I didn't want anything to do with that jackass.

-o-o-o-o-o-o-

School went by swiftly, and I had no interference with any of the Cullens whatso ever. Natasha drove me to the hospital, and she waited out front while I entered the hospital.

I walked up to the check-in desk and cleared my throat, catching the man's attention. "Yes?" He asked lazily.

"I would like to see Charlie Swan please" I said, wringing my fingers uncertainly.

"Sorry, visiting hours are over" He grunted, turning back to his paper-work.

"Please?" I begged, and he looked up again.

"Look, visiting hours are over so get lost kid" He snapped. I slipped off my contacts and glowered at him. His eyes rolled and he fell back, unconcious.

"Jerk" I grumbled, jumping over the counter and behind the computer. I typed in Charlie Swan and found his room number. 347.

Once again, I hopped over the counter and slowly walked down the hallways. Searching for room 347.

345.. 346... finally! 347! "Here we go" I muttered, reaching with a shaky hand for the door knob. My slender fingers wrapped around the cold silver knob. My breathe came out short and sharp.

I haven't seen him for 16 years... I twisted it the knob and opened it slowly. I poked my head inside and found Charlie. Under his eyes was baggy, his skin scaly and dry, and his eyes looked lonely and distraught. His right hand was stirring a plastic spoon inside an empty cup.

"Grandpa?" I said softly, taking a step inside. I felt like if I talked any louder he would disappear. He looked up at me, his brown eyes puzzled.

"Who are you?" He asked gruffly. His voice was shaky and was very soft. I remembered that my disguise was still on. I stood beside his bed and slowly pulled off the wig, the contacts were already out.

He gasped when he saw me. Who I truly was. "Melody?" He whispered in disbelief.

"Hello Grandpa" I said gently, bending down to my knees. "I-I thought you were dead" He coughed, putting the empty cup and spoon on the table.

"No grandpa, Bella and Edward just put me up for adoption. And I came back. And I'm here, to see you" I explained in a whisper.

"I can't believe your back!" He exclaimed, which caused him to cough. I stood up and gave him a tight hug, not wanting to let go. He was probably the only family member that truly loved me.

"Please don't leave again" He begged, brushing his rouch hand on my cheek. Tears pooled in my eyes and they ran freely down my cheek. I grabbed his hand with mine.

"Promise me? Don't leave me again, please? I felt empty without you" He pleaded, his eyes glazed over. Now he was crying.

"I promise grandpa, I promise" I sobbed, kissing his hand. "Now get some rest.." I said softly, gently pushing him down into the pillow.

"That sounds good at the moment, sleep sounds very good.." He grunted, pulling the blanket to his neck. "Goodnight Melody, and don't leave me please" He said, as I bent down for him to kiss me on the forehead.

I sat beside him, holding his hand as his eyes dropped. I watched his eyes close as I adjusted the wig back on my head, and the contacts in over my eyes. The heart monitor beside him beeped loudly. Charlie never woke.

Nurses rushed in trying to revive him and I kept my hand on his. A doctor took my other hand and tried tugging me out. "Let's go, this is not a place for you to be in" He commanded.

"No! I promised I wouldn't leave! I promised!" I sobbed, holding onto his hand tighter. Even though I knew he wouldn't hold back.

"Come on kid!" The doctor cried, pulling harder.

"Dammit, let go of me! I promised I wouldn't leave!" I cried, the tears entering my mouth.

"If you don't get out, I will be forced to call the authorities. For breaking since you are not a family member!" He threatend. I froze, I was a family member. The doctor took my traumatized time for granted and practically pushed me out. I staggered into the hallway, breaking my promise.

I leaned against the wall and slid down to the ground. I pulled my knees against my chest and sobbed into my hands. It felt like hours I cried and sat there, thinking continuely about breaking Charlie's promise.

I left him!

"What are YOU doing here?" Someone growled. I looked up into the furious face of Gemma. She was holding a vase full of flowers with a card for Charlie. That Bastard..

Behind her Edward was looking at me in concern and Bella looked at me like I was unusual. I shot up and walked away, I didn't want to talk to them right now. I wanted to curl up into a ball and cry. Because that was all I could do. Cry.

Someone grabbed my wrist harshly and I whipped around. It was Gemma. "I told you not to come!" She snarled, as I snatched my hand away. Tears still fell and I felt pathetic in front of her.

"So what I did!" I yelled defensively.

"Since you did so, you will give me your dogs. Or I will be forced to tell Edward and Bella" She threatened. Anger boiled up inside of me.

"You SON OF A B- UGH! I DON'T GIVE A SHIT! YOU LIFE-LESS WORTH OF SHIT! I DON'T CARE IF YOU TELL THEM! GO AHEAD, BUT AT LEAST I WON'T SINK TO YOUR LOW LEVEL!" I screamed, and her eyes widened in horror.

"SCREW YOU AND THE CULLENS!" I yelled and stormed off. She was not going to get the better of me. Especially when it is the saddest day of my life.