A/N: I don't own Twilight, Coca-Cola, Pokemon and yada yada yada. Please review and let me know how I'm doing and your thoughts. In case any of you are wondering who Vera is. She was mentioned in Eclipse. Now Onward!

Chapter 7- *Spy Vampires- Edward's P.O.V.*

I groaned from the pain, but recovered quickly as Bella and I walked inside. The shocked faces of my family came into view. Bella smirked knowing they witnessed the little scene.

"What?" She questioned. "He was making fun of me. He should know better than to tease a lady." She giggled at how usually she was not-so lady like. Emmett and Jasper started to laugh with her. While Rosalie and Alice were grinning at me.

'And I thought you were raised as a gentleman Edward.' Carlisle playfully jabbed to me through his thoughts. He walked closer and held out his hand to Bella.

"It's a pleasure to meet you Miss Swan." He addressed her formally.

She took his hand in return, smiled, and nodded. "It's nice to meet you too Dr. Cullen."

"Please, call me Carlisle."

"Alrighty." Bella grinned and extended her hand to Esme who approached her as well.

"I'm Esme. As my husband said it's nice to meet you. Also, in a way a mother figure to these sometimes unruly children."

Emmett quoted, "Unruly? And children? Where?" We had a good laugh at how when it came to rambunctious behavior, it was Emmett who was the very definition. Since introductions were now out of the way we gathered ourselves into the living room to sit and talk about... Whatever.

"So, Bella how are you?" I wanted to know if she was alright.

Her grey blue eyes met mine. "Yes, I'm okay. But, I had a question." I waved my hand as a 'Go ahead' gesture. She smiled and her expression looking like she was about to start trouble. "You want to spy on Dracula with me?" Her eyes suddenly appearing so innocent. I saw right through that though and stared at her dead against it.

"No. That is too dangerous." I saw her glare back about to say something back before Alice butted in.

"I also believe it will be dangerous. I mean... Haven't you seen the movies on this guy?"

Bella raised her eyebrow at that. "You're a vampire, but you believe what movies tell you?" She had a point.

Jasper put in his few cents. "It will be fine if it's just you two I'm sure." Well, he was a General for the Confederate army. If he says it's safe, it's safe. I mulled it over and everyone knew I'd give in. After a few more debates, I caved in.

Sighing, "Alright. Let's go. See you guys in a bit." Why did it always have to be me that had something important to do? We barely made it outside before I felt a prescence upon me. A fast pressure on my back , legs around my waist, and arms wrapped around my neck in an instant. I gasped about to take off this threat. But, I smelled Bella. Her scent like strawberry and, of course, her sweet blood running through her veins. I relaxed as I felt a peck on my neck.

"Keep your guard up Cullen." She whispered as she snickered. "Since you're such a big and bad vampire. You can carry me to the place we need to be." Bella sounded so seductive to my ears at the moment. I growled at her teasing and ran towards the dark greenery of the woods. I didn't know if she knew or not, but it was a well known fact among my family that I'm... A virgin. I never had sex in my human life and even when I changed, I never took a chance to partake in such a carnal activity. It just never occurred to my mind to do so. I heard Bella laugh at something outside my thought process. I took that as a sign that she couldn't read my thoughts. Thank God...

I felt her lips against my skin again, but taking another move further and taking her warm tongue licking the nape of my neck. It caused me to stop and growl at her again. She stopped then and said, "You're sexy when you growl like that." I turned to see her wink at me.

"Stop fooling around Bella. We have to spy on Dracula remember?"

Laughing she answered back. "I know. It's why I stopped you otherwise you would have ran past the restaurant where he's on his date!"

I glared, "Well, you could've just said something."

She pouted, "Yes, but that would've been less fun."

Slipping out of the woods and across the parking lot without looking too suspicious. We walked inside the place and up to the waiter at the front desk. I slipped him a twenty as he lead us to a private table near where we could hear Dracula's conversation with the young woman with him. I looked around. Good. He most likely couldn't see us from this angle. Bella ordered for both of us. I believe this was an italian restaurant of sorts.

I looked at the woman in question next to the vampire. She had raven black hair with dark brown eyes. Wearing a black dress that was more than just formal business. I looked at Bella for confirmation. She saw my look and got a piece of paper and pen writing. She pointed to her ear and I knew how good vampire hearing was. Also, made a sign to me not to stare at them and make so obvious. I grinned at her childish motion as she rolled her eyes. She handed me the paper.

B: Her name is Vera Harmon. A vampire that I've known for some time now. She's sort of Dracula's girlfriend and has a son named Henry.

Vera huh? Why did that name sound so familiar? I nodded as we both paid attention to the pair.

Vera, with her dark brown eyes spoke first, "So, how is your child doing? Bella." She sounded fond of her I noted.

"She's doing well. In fact, she's quite relaxed here in Forks." Dracula gave a small smile as he sipped some red wine.

"..." The woman seemed to be looking straight through him for something. "You know you need to tell her." The moment seemed tense over there.

"I wish I didn't have to and I don't want to. It will make her unhappy." Dracula rubbed his temple wanting to get rid of his troubled thoughts. From what I could tell so far, he did care for Bella. I felt slightly comforted by that.

"I know you don't, but it's best she know about her human father. Or so help me, I'll tell her!" She glared at her long time on and off boyfriend. They had a rocky relationship. Vera got up to leave before Dracula caught her from behind and spun her back into her seat. It was too fast for anyone to pay attention to it. Unless, of course if you were a vampire.

"Alright. I'll give her the talk soon..." He gave in looking down. I looked back to Bella who seemed to have looked down herself. I wish I could read her like I could anyone else. Wait... Why didn't I think to read their thoughts while I had the chance!? But, their conversation had changed and thoughts often coincide with what a person is talking about. I didn't bother with it then and turned back to Bella only to find her gone. All I saw was a note left on the table with half eaten food on her plate.

B: I had to get out. I'll be outside.

I left quickly. I couldn't even hear her leave! I scolded myself for getting distracted. She's probably more stronger than I gave her credit. I saw her under the street light near the forest. She was gripping herself rather harshly. Her nails digging into her black coat almost enough to draw blood. She sniffed the air and turned to look at me. Her eyes seemed to glow gold from the way the light shined on them. But, in rage.

"Bella? You okay?" Concerned she might fly off the handle.

Hissing she said, "I read his mind."

"What?! You can do that? And why didn't you say something about that kind of power?" I was confounded by this revelation.

She was more calm while explaining, but still ticked. "It can be done by my kind, but to get into Dracula's mind is very difficult. Like breaking into the Coca-Cola vault difficult. For he is the first of my kind and is very old. How old? I don't know. And so to not get caught, I only caught a glimpse... He did have something to do with my father. And if he killed him..." Pausing to growl. "I'll give him back what he did ten fold with my bare hands!"

I took her hand worried. "You don't know if he actually did it though right?" I waited for her nod. Sighing, "He'll come to you as we heard himn say, so whatever he's got to say you'll wait for him then."

Bella softened and gently held my hand. "You're right. But, if it comes to worse. This is my battle and I fight alone."

"Hah. I'll be there even if you don't want me to." I objected to leaving her alone.

"... Thank you." She smiled a little one, but still a smile. "Let's go, I have to get home now. Curfew you know?" Going back to her usual joking. I appreciated her sense of humor.

I set her on my back as she held on. I didn't notice before, but she always held me gently as if she might break me. Normally, people who gave the other a piggy back ride held on for dear life and nearly choking them. I got her back to her house and saw her window open. She didn't say anything as I jumped quickly and entered into her bedroom. It was quite neat except for a few things on the floor. I didn't pay no mind as I set Bella on her feet. Bella turned towards her bed and beside it the closet. "I need to kick you out for the moment, so I can change into my pajamas."

I smiled. "Not a nightgown?"

"Hell no. Only creepy female ghosts with long hair wear those white nightgowns." She grinned as she pushed me into the hallway closing the door in my face. I heard a few noises before the door opened revealing her in blue and green plaid pajama pants complete with a yellow Pikachu? Shirt. I had no idea what that was...

I questioned her, "What is that on your shirt."

She gasped in horror. I became even more confused. "You've never watched Pokemon?! Next thing you'll probably tell me you haven't watched looney tunes!"

"...No?" They were kid shows right?

Sighing tiredly she said, "We shall fix that another time. But, for now I'm too tired to go crazy fangirl on your ass." Taking my hand leading me to the bed.

"Bella?" I stopped in front as she got in under her covers. She patted the side next to her. Her eyes seemed to plea.

"Stay with me?" With that tone I couldn't resist her even if I tried. I did as I was told and wrapped an arm around her.

"I love you Bella." Knowing what I felt was real and finally saying it felt good.

She smiled and nuzzled into my chest. "I love me too." Giggling before falling asleep. I guess I deserved that for taking so long. I chuckled before just watching her sleep.