Carlisle, Esme and Jane reconcile.

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"One Step Closer" - Linkin Park

POV: Jane, Esme, Carlisle

Reconciliation

JaniePOV

"There, all done." Esme said as she gave my hairs a final touch. "You like it?" she asked with uncertainty.

"The truth, love it." I smiled at her. Something snapped and all of a sudden floodgates opened making fat tears roll down Esme's cheeks. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to make you cry." I rushed, panicked as I got up and embraced her. It was the first time I had ever shown any physical emotion. Usually, I would just retreat into my shell but right now, having her in my arms, comforting her gave me great joy. Knowing the fact that I'm there for her just as she's there for me no matter what.

"No honey" her voice came muffled from my shoulder "I just….. seeing you like this just did it all. I'm really happy for you Janie." Even though she has used that nickname in the past, hearing her say it today made my heart swell. Like I was hearing it for the first time. She pulled away as she appraised me with her glowing eyes. "Look at you, all grown up." She said as she tucked a loose strand of hair behind my ear. "You look beautiful honey." She assessed me but as she glanced at my neck, a frown formed. "Why don't you wear something around your neck? It'll add to the charm."

"But I don't have anything." It was true, I never owned a piece of jewelry. Heidi was the shopper but after the accident we packed up most of the stuff and put them away for it was a bad reminder of what we had lost.

"Wait a minute, I think I have something." Esme's face lit up in a smile as she moved towards the door. "Don't move, I'll be back in a minute." She said as she went. Even though I thought it was all just a fuss, I couldn't refuse her. Not after seeing the look of pure joy on her face.

I checked myself for the last time as I descended the stairs. I was looking perfect and I knew it. It is the first time since the incident that I've dressed up. It was Heidi's thing. As tears started welling up in my eyes I paused and took calming breathes. I didn't want anyone to see my tears, just my happiness which, for the first time, is not fake. I was still struggling with my breathing as I reached the end. It was really hard, walking on stairs in heels, no matter how small. At the bottom Esme and Carlisle were brimming with joy whereas Edward was standing at a distance trying hard to appear normal.

"So, how do I look?" I asked Carlisle and Edward as I walked down the last step. I twirled around in a circle so that they can get a better view.

"You look amazing." Carlisle said but stood ground even though I knew he wanted nothing but to wrap me in a fatherly embrace. I felt guilty, but wanted to amend it so I stepped forward and embraced him instead. I knew I took him by surprise, as his body stiffened but gradually relaxed as he placed his arms around me in an affectionate embrace.

"Thanks…dad." There, I said it. and I didn't say it out of respect or fear but I said it out of love. Esme and Carlisle are like my parents and not I am ready to give them their much deserved places in my life.

"Oh Jane!" I heard Esme gasp which sounded like a sob. I pulled away from Carlisle only to see tears in his eyes. I kissed on his cheek as he smiled and nodded towards Esme. I smiled as I stepped out of his embrace and embraced Esme. I pulled back only a little so that I can look her in the eye as I spoke.

"I am blessed to have such wonderful parents like you. I am sorry I missed out on it earlier but I promise to make most of what I have now. I love you mom."

"I love you too Janie." I smiled at my nickname. "alright now, picture time." Esme announced as she pulled back from me and wiped her tears. I took w few steps back and came to Edward's side. He slid an arm around my shoulder and leaned down so that his mouth was at my ear level.

"You did the right this hon, I'm proud of you." He said as he gave my shoulder a squeeze.

"I'm proud of myself." I murmured back as I whirled around to face the camera.

EsmePOV

I was brimming with happiness as I took the photographs. This was a moment that I wanted to cherish forever. After such a long struggle, we are finally a family. A smile was plastered at my face the entire time my children posed for their pictures. My children, just by saying it makes it so beautiful. Rest assured, I am going to do everything in my power to keep it together, no matter what.

CarlislePOV

"Alright, lets have a group photo." I suggested as I took the camera from Esme's hand and placed it on the table. I activated the timer and took my place besides Esme. We all smiled as the flash went off. I couldn't remember a time when I was so happy. I am grateful for the fact that Jane finally accepted us. With Edward on the path of recovery, Jane always held back. It was almost like the past had chained her down to itself. I am glad for her being strong enough to break free. Now I can hope of her moving towards a normal life just like her brother. We owe Bella big time for it. Had it not been her bravery, we could have lost our Jane permanently. I pushed the thought aside as I focused on my family. My family, it felt so nice just by saying it.

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