Forever Love

Ch. 7

Rebecca's P.O.V...

I wasn't surprised when Felix showed up at the house. I'd known Aro would send some one. It wasn't so much to keep me safe as he just wanted some one to spy on the Cullen's.

Sending Felix however was a mistake, as Felix had been loyal to Caius. So Aro wouldn't get much information from him, of that I was sure. Felix like me suspected that Caius was murdered.

Despite Felix being the head of mine and Caius' private security, he hadn't been allowed to go on the Clean-Up that had resulted in Caius' death. That alone was suspicious, as Felix went everywhere Caius did.

"I'm so sorry about my son's attitude. Your welcome to stay as long as you like." Esme invited Felix, returning everyone's attention to the matter at hand.

"Thank you Ma'am." was Felix's ever courteous reply. He ignored her apology about Edward's snotty behavior. Not to be rude, he just believed that Edward should be the one apologizing.

"Please call me Esme."

"Alright Mrs. Cullen." Felix replied with a teasing grin. Esme sighed and resigned herself to the fact that that was as informal as she'd get for now.

Edward opened his mouth to say something, glanced around the room and closed his mouth again. Evidently deciding that saying nothing was wise. Smart move.

I however had something to say to him. I crossed the room quickly and slapped Edward. As hard as I could, which was hard enough to snap his head sideways. A small crack appeared across his cheekbone.

"What the fuck was that for?" Edward snarled.

"Language Edward." Esme warned.

"She just slapped me, and your scolding me for swearing?"

"I'm assuming she has a very good reason for that." was Esme's sweet reply that dared him to keep going.

"Do you?" He questioned me, wisely deciding not to push Esme's temper. So he was a tad smarter then I had thought.

"Yes. As a matter of fact I do. You owe Daddy a huge apology for the way you acted towards him. Everything you have, you have because of him. It wouldn't kill you to be a little bit more grateful. Rather then act like a spoiled little child." I paused, not done by far, but realizing I had the room's attention. Edward gave me a dirty look.

"Wipe that look off your face, before I do it for you." Rose snapped at him.

"Unbelievable. She's been here less then a day and already your on her side." He spoke to Rose looking plainly shocked.

"When she's right. You do act like a spoiled brat. And you should apologize for your little fit. We did." Rose said, crossing her arms over her chest. Daddy wasn't over stating things when he described Rosalie as the family bitch.

Edward seemed to be quite uncomfortable. I was sure that were he able to blush, he'd be redder then a tomato. I noted everyone looked to be holding their breath while we waited to hear what Edward would say now that Rose had said her piece.

"I'm sorry Carlisle." he said at last, as if it pained him to say the words. I would bet that it did hurt. Hurt his ego and his pride to actually have to admit that he'd been wrong.

Daddy had told me both in letters and phone conversations that Edward did tend to act like he was perfect. The golden child who could do no wrong was how Esme had described him to me. Very fitting I thought seeing him now.

I chanced a glance round the living room. Rose and Emmett were clearly shocked. Bella looked like she might indeed die of shock. Clearly Edward hadn't ever been forced to apologize for his abhorrent behavior.

I knew Aro wanted him for his talent, but his attitude would get him ripped apart by the senior Guard. Caius would've killed him for such belligerence. A flash of sadness jolted through me at the thought of my late husband. Eight years and I still missed him. He'd been my friend, my lover, my everything. Not a day passes where I don't think about him.

My sadness was short lived as a warm wave of happiness replaced it. Jasper. Daddy had of course told me about his talent. And I had always wondered why Aro didn't seem to want him. Jasper was very powerful, and his reputation as the God of War, were things that I thought would make him valuable to Aro.

Glancing up I met Jasper's golden eyes, which plainly showed concern. I let gratitude fill my own green gaze. He smiled back at me. He was so handsome when he smiled, I thought then mentally slapped myself. Quickly I excused myself from the room and went upstairs to seek a few moments peace.

Alice P.O.V...

Rebecca fled upstairs suddenly after a quiet 'Excuse me.' Just as I'd Seen. She wasn't taking her sudden attraction to another man well. She felt like she was somehow betraying Caius. As the group broke up, I sat on the couch. I was going to wait a few minutes to give Rebecca time to collect herself before I went up to talk to her. While I waited I played with some visions, trying to see how to do this without overly upsetting her.

A glance at my watch told me it had been six minutes since she'd gone up to her room. Nessie and Jake would be back in ten, and Nessie was eager to meet the older female hybrid. I waited long enough I think, getting up and heading upstairs. Rebecca's room is one of only two rooms on the third floor.

On the landing I can hear Jasper, playing his guitar. He has the other room up here. Everyone else has rooms on the second floor, save Carlisle and Esme, who have the only bedroom suite on the ground floor.

I'm stalling I know but I am kind of nervous. Softly I knock on the closed door. The door opens to reveal a disheveled Rebecca. She took off the dark green button down, that despite the years, still bore a faint trace of Caius's scent.

As soon as I start to speak, she motions for me to wait. She's on the phone, on hold I think. A faint click before whoever she's talking too speaks.

'Sorry babe, had to handle Zac. He's driving me crazy.' It's a male voice. Luckily she has her back to me so I can hide my surprise. I hadn't seen this coming.

"Zac's a handful." Rebecca agrees. I am positive I don't know who she's talking to. The voice doesn't sound familiar to me at all.

"Just take a deep breath. You will be fine honey." the man continues. Rebecca smiles faintly. Whoever this man is, she must know him well if she lets him use terms of endearment.

Rebecca does as he says and takes a deep breath, holding it for a few seconds before letting it out.

"Caius would want you to be happy. I know it's hard but sweetheart it's been eight years. Look I gotta go, Isaac's waiting for me but I will see you next week." he says.

"Alright. Say hi to your brothers for me. I'll see you next week." she replies.

"I'm looking forward to it. I love you." he says.

"Love you too." she replies and hangs up.

A.N. Oh boy it's a cliffie. Plz don't kill me, it's been a long time I know. I'm sorry about that. RL and writers block suck. Special thanks to i dream of eddie for the God of War nickname. It is so fitting for Jasper.