Chapter 9

The Doctor's POV

Suddenly I heard Bella scream from outside.

Edwards expression instantly changed from the shock like state - while staring at the increasingly curious letter - to one of anger. Obviously reflecting his love and protectiveness of Bella.

He turned immediately to run out the door as he threw the letter to me. I grabbed it off of the floor and shoved it into my coat pocket. The letter was now down lower on my list of priorities. Even if it was somehow in Edward's handwriting, Bella was in danger.

Edward's vampire speed was like a blur to me. No way would I be able to keep up, but with my timey-whimy detector in hand I ran out of the Tardis as fast as my Timelord body could take me.

Bella and Edward were no where to be seen. I called for them but there was no response.

Then, the timey-whimy detector began to give off signals, stronger and more clearer than ever. I followed the signal. The readings were off the scale. It was so close. New.

Much to my dismay as I ran around the Tardis I saw nothing. That could only mean one thing.

Bella and Edward were gone.

It was all my fault. I should have brought them back to their house as soon as we made it to the Tardis and got what we needed. Instead I had to start showing off as always. Now my new friends and more of my dear old friend's family have gone missing and it's all my fault.

The atmosphere was eerie and cold. You could see my breath rise in the air like wisps of smoke. I could sense that the Weeping Angels were still near. Planning their attack on my Tardis no doubt. But if there was one thing I could put a stop to it would be them getting their hands on my precious ship.

I ran as fast as I could back into my ship. While trying carefully to look behind my back and being completely aware of my surroundings. The last thing anyone wanted was for me to get trapped in the past as well. Right now I had to use everything in my power to get Carlisle's loving family back home safe and sound. I made it. Unconsciously, by force of habit, I closed the door behind me, though with more force then normal. Probably due to my frustration.

I started her engine and set it to land just outside the door of Carlisle's house. The detector was sill giving off readings. There must be more then one of these creatures out there. It would certainly make more sense, as last time I met them they were in a group of four. Also, I seriously doubt one alone could outsmart two vampires.

In record time, I landed outside the house. I bolted speedily out of the Tardis doors. Taking two steps of the porch at a time. I ran into the sitting room where everyone was sill gathered.

Obviously waiting for me to return with Bella and Edward.

They immediately noticed my urgency and the absence of two more members of their beloved family. The atmosphere inside the room instantly changed, but I cold fell a sense of calm trying to force its self upon me.

Before I ran into the room I heard a light lilt of laughter. I noticed that there were now more vampires in the room. Five more to be exact, two male and three female. The room was becoming almost crowded but with the elegance of the vampires it was hardly noticeable.

"Doctor what's going on? What happened?" Carlisle inquired with obvious worry.

Before I could respond, the one named Alice began to speak in a grim tone while clutching the hand of one who tried to attack me earlier. Jasper I think he's called. Such a shame I had to meet this nice family under these circumstances.

"I can't see Bella and Edward anymore," Alice said through a dry sob. She squeezed Jasper's hand tighter, almost looking for support.

Everyone in the room gasped, including the newcomers. Their faces staring intently at me. Waiting for my answer.

I confirmed their worst fears "I am so sorry, but the creatures have taken Bella and Edward."

The room succumbed to countless dry, heart-wrenching sobs. Edward's daughter Renesmee still cradled in Jacob's arms began wailing, releasing countless tears into his chest. He tried to soothe her by rubbing the back of her head. He obviously cared a great deal for her. He tried to be strong for her but he was clearly as upset as everyone else.

"I'm so sorry, this is all my fault. Believe me when I say this: I will try everything in my power to get them home." I said sincerely, my voice un-breaking,

Carlisle stepped towards me. He began to speak his voice full of compassion. He was still the same compassionate man I had met all those years ago. "Don't blame yourself Doctor, it is not your fault. My extended family arrived while you were gone to the Tardis and I explained everything to them-"

"We came to celebrate, but we are staying help and give our support. Our family hasn't been the best towards yours, but we are here now and we will come in the future whenever you may need us," said a tall dark haired man.

Carlisle turned and thanked the man. "What's your name?" I asked with genuine interest.

"It's Eleazar and this my mate Carmen and the rest of my family, Tanya, Kate and her mate Garrett." Eleazar explained while pointing to the various members of his family.

"Thank you, we're going to need all the help we can get. I won't let anyone else get hurt. I will have Emmett, Bella and Edward returned to you as soon a possible. I'll put an end to the Weeping Angels' meddling."

"You're right Doctor," Carlisle agreed. "We have to stop them before they have a chance to hurt anyone else." Carlisle stayed serious and looked to his family then returned his gaze to me "Did you get what you wanted from the Tardis? Did you bring our letter?"

"Yes, I brought the letter, but you won't believe it. Before he and Bella went missing, Edward said the note on the front was in his handwriting. But if we look at it in a positive view it might be the clue we need to tell us where they are," I answered.

The room was engulfed with more gasps and whispers.

"I knew it… It really was them who gave me the letter. I hadn't thought about getting that letter in a long time. I obviously didn't know Bella and Edward at the time they gave me it so I didn't recognize then. It wasn't until today when I thought about the meeting that I put things together," Carlisle explained almost incredulously with a mixture of shock.

"So we perhaps know when they are but that sill leaves Emmett. This letter might just have the answers. I think it would be best if we open and read it right away." As I said this I pulled the letter out of my pocket, smoothed down its crinkled edge's from shoving it into my pocket and handed it to Carlisle so he could read aloud his son's writing.

He went to gently rip the seal off the letter after a few moments staring at the note on the front of the letter. The letter its self was a discoloured dusty yellow, due to its age and storage in a dusty old box. Then Carlisle was suddenly interrupted.

"Wait! Someone's coming!" Alice said loudly causing all the eyes in the room that were locked on Carlisle to suddenly gaze questionably upon her.

Then door bell rang.

"Since when did you guys get a door bell?" Jacob asked. His tone sounded slightly rude but truly he was being innocent.

"We've always had one, you mutt, just don't seem to know how to use it!" Rosalie spat through a deep growl at him. It was clear that they didn't like each other- the angry looks they now shared with each other showed that very clearly.

Rosalie broke from Esme's caring embrace and sat up gracefully from the couch, heading towards the door to undoubtedly answer it.

We all waited for Alice to give us an answer as to who it was but she just shrugged her small shoulders. She obviously didn't know.

A boisterous laugh erupted from the hallway.

Everyone had slight confusion spread across their faces. I on the other hand knew exactly who's laugh it was.

I headed towards the hall way, Carlisle was definitely following. I heard more of the conversation floating in from the front door.

"You must be Rosalie, he was wrong, you are even more beautiful than he described. Hello… I'm C-"

"Step away from the married woman, Jack!" I exclaimed interrupting him as I made it to the door way.

"I was just saying hello!" he yelled.

He dropped Rosalie's hand and gave her a wink. "Maybe later Blondie," he said smoothly with a cheeky smirk dominating his face.

She had an incredulous and somewhat stunned look on her face and I couldn't blame her.

He took a step forward and nodded to greet me "Doctor," he said with a straight, serious tone.

I nodded back. "Captain."