Author's Note: Sorry this chapter took so long. I just realized that I can't update very often while I'm in school.
Previously:
"Isabella, we have a problem."
Now:
I sighed and stood, leading them out of my music room and into the small conference room that we almost never use. Using my arm to gesture for them to take a seat, I realized that I couldn't stall anymore.
"Can you please explain what problem you have that could possibly involve me?" I asked bitterly.
"Well, you know Melissa's story and she told you that we came for protection from another vampire. It's Victoria. She thinks that you're dead and is trying to kill Melissa." As Carlisle explained the situation to me, I was almost overcome with anger. I am seriously irritated by her. Doesn't she ever give up? Wait. How did he know that Melissa told me?
"Carlisle, were you listening to our conversation?" I asked, carefully keeping the frustration from seeping into my tone.
"No. When we returned, I heard the end of it and Edward informed me of the rest." He said, almost reluctant.
"How much of our discussion did you hear?" I asked, Edward. Simultaneously, everyone's eyes shifted from me to Edward.
"Um…all of it?" he asked, as if he didn't know.
"And you told everyone else what you heard, correct?" I wasn't that upset.
"Yes." He hung his head in shame. "And I really want to apologize for—"
"Okay, so I guess everyone knows my story." I interrupted, with a sigh.
"Do you have any idea what she's planning to do?" I asked, after a few moments of awkward silence.
"I've had a few glimpses of her building an army. A newborn army. But she has trained them and they have matured. They're more experienced than most newborns." Alice stated.
"Well, then I'll meet her. And I'll take down her little army. Then, I'll kill her, as well." I said, supposedly ending the conversation.
"Wait, do you mean that you expect us to stay out of the action?" Emmett jokingly asked, but was seriously worried about not fighting.
"No. I can't risk anyone else getting hurt." I said, with a condescending tone.
"What about you?" Edward was obviously beginning to understand that I would fight this battle alone.
"I'll be fine." I said, hoping to avoid any further confrontation.
"No! You are not fighting a newborn army alone! You could die!" He was looking at me like I'm crazy.
"And who do you think is going to stop me? You?" I let my own teasing smile and menacing chuckle, keep him from thinking that he could. He didn't respond.
"Okay, then. It's settled." I finalized, while making my way towards the door. They all huddled around me.
"Isabella, please don't try to do this alone. We could help." Alice pleaded.
"I can't bear to lose you again." Edward.
"Let's be rational about this." Carlisle.
"Please, let us help. It's the least that we could do." Esme.
"Fine!" I yelled, effectively silencing everyone. "You can help." I began. They smiled, relieved.
"But if we are going to be working together on this, there are some things that you should know about me." They all gave me questioning looks.
"Energy control is not my only power." Shocked would be a major understatement to describe their expressions.
"You have another power?" Jasper asked, after everyone recovered.
"Actually, my power doesn't really have a limit." I said, as though it was just a small fact.
"What is your power?" Carlisle inquired.
"As you know, I've always been a mental shield." I paused, and he nodded. "Well, my changing into a vampire improved my shield. Not only is it mental, but it's physical as well." I explained.
"But, how does that give you the power of energy?" Alice asked.
"I can duplicate and absorb any power from vampire and humans, alike, within my shield." They're mouths dropped, almost literally.
"That's simply not possible." Carlisle concluded, so I felt the need to prove it to him. I let the fire form in my hands and trail up my arms, until both arms were covered with flames, stopping at my shoulders. They leaned against the wall, as if they were trying to blend in with it, so I stopped.
"You believe me now?" I asked Carlisle. He nodded.
"Also, you'll need training. I'll have Alec, Jane, Felix and Demetri to prepare all of us for battle. In 10 minutes, we'll meet in the training room." I instructed, as I exited the conference room.
I walked into my room and changed, yet again, into some black, exercising pants that ended right below mid-thigh. With a black training bra that ended above my belly button, I walked out of my room and into the training room to find everyone already there.
"Alright, so first we'll have Alec, Demetri and Felix to fight me while the Cullens pair up and observe." I said, as I put on the black shoes that fit like ballet flats. I stood and saw that Alec, Demetri and Felix were already in a protective crouch. But I remained unfazed by their posture and kept mine at ease.
"Begin."
Author's Note: It's a bit short but gets the point across. Feel free to review and let me know what you think should happen in the future because I'm beginning to feel unsure about my originally desired plot. And review to answer this question: Is there anyone else that is completely in love with Isabella right about now? Because I like her power and confidence.