Chapter 5
EPOV
Leaving Bella and the kids at the airport, was the hardest thing I've ever done. Watching her tears fall, I just wanted to wrap my arms around her and take her home. In some ways I wished I would've never agreed to go on this tour. But I know that I would regret it, if I didn't go.
Like Bella said I need to do this to see where it goes. It's not forever just four months. But it's four months that I will miss of my kids lives. Not to mention four months of Bella being pregnant.
All the joys of seeing her fill out with our child, hearing the heartbeat and seeing the baby on the screen. I know Bella will send me pictures, but nothing beats hearing the heartbeat with her.
Once we landed and I called Bella. She sounded like she was trying to hide her crying, but I knew it. I knew she felt the same way I did. I told her to take it easy, and not do too much. I know that I have the girls looking out for her, but Bella is stubborn.
I just had to make sure that I was strong because if she saw that I was losing my control she would definitely do the same. She needed to be strong to be able to look after the kids as well for herself.
"Edward man what is your problem? I mean you have been like moodward since we boarded the plane."
"Em, I'm leaving my baby girl, son and my wife that is pregnant with our third child. What the fuck do you think is the matter with me?"
"Bro I left Rosie and she is pregnant but you don't see me moping around like a fucking asshole. You will get to see them again. I'm sure you will fly home when you can. So stop fucking acting like this. We have a show to put on tomorrow night."
"I'm trying to but it's not that easy man. I just keep telling myself I should have not done this tour."
"Edward we have all felt like that but this is something that the three of us need to do. We need to find out if we are as good as the recording studio is telling us that we are. The only way to find out is to do this tour."
"Yeah that's what Bella said too."
"Maybe you should listen to her."
"Edward, we are heading out to get some drinks. You should come with us," Jasper said as he came into the room.
"Guys, I don't think that is a good idea for me."
"Edward, it'll be fun," Emmett said as he pulled on his jacket.
"Come Edward, you know you really want to."
"Fine, I'll come with you guys, but I'm only having one drink. Then I'm leaving."
"Sure thing, Eddie."
"Emmett, how many times do I have to tell you, don't fucking call me Eddie," I huffed as I pulled on my leather jacket and put on my beanie.
We walked out of the hotel and down to the bar. It was crowded and I really didn't want to be there.
Emmett found us a table in the back and then he went to get us drinks. I told him I just wanted a beer and nothing else.
He brought back the drinks and I was happy that he got me a beer instead of something else. As I sat there thinking the more I missed the kids and Bella. I knew Sean's birthday was in a few weeks and I would be seeing my Bella soon. I couldn't wait to be with her again.
I was brought out of my thoughts when I felt a hand on my shoulder.
"Fancy seeing you here, Edward Cullen. I never thought that I would see you here."
"Tanya it's really none of your business but if you must know. The group got a record deal so we are touring for four months."
She leaned closer to me and sat next to me in the booth. She kept on getting closer and closer to me. Finally she stopped getting closer because she was as close as she could get without sitting on my lap.
"Tanya do you mind not sitting right on top of me? I'm a married man now. I don't want people to get the wrong impression."
"What the hell Edward when and why did you get married?"
"I got married a few months ago and I wanted to get married. I have a son and a daughter and one on the way."
"Edward I never thought that you would get married. I was hoping that you and I can have some fun."
I turned to look at her and she had her boobs pressed together showing off her cleavage. That's when she started to rub my thigh and was getting very close to my crotch. I had to stop this before someone noticed this. I did not need Bella to think I was doing something wrong.
"Tanya get your fucking hands off me. I just fucking told you that I'm married. I do not need anybody but my wife."
"Well I don't see her here, and what wifey doesn't know won't hurt her now will it?"
"Pfft Bella finds out about everything. Tanya I think that you need to listen to Edward and move away from him. He is very loyal to his wife. Trust me when I tell you this, you don't want to mess with Bella while she is pregnant."
"Shut up Emmett nobody asked you for your two cents. I just want to have fun with Edward here."
"Okay well don't say we didn't warn you about Bella."
I tried to hold in my laughter but I couldn't. I was laughing so hard that I had tears coming down my face. I looked up at Emmett and just smiled.
Tanya leaned into me and got right up to my ear and said, "Come Edward I'm sure that your pregnant wife could not please you the way I can," she purred.
"I have been there and done that Tanya. Believe me, she does please in ways that you never could. So if you will excuse me I'm leaving now. Oh and Tanya do me a favor and don't talk about my wife like that again. She is the best thing that ever happened to me."
"Whatever Edward, we'll see about that," she said as I walked away.
I went and found Emmett and Jasper to let them know that I was leaving and that I would see them back at the hotel.
I walked back towards the hotel when I felt my phone vibrate in my pocket. I pulled it out and it was a text from Bella.
"E I just wanted to tell you love ya and goodnight babe. Ttyl. Lvu~B."
I guess she is telling that she is going to bed. So much for calling her when I got back. I typed out a quick text telling her that I loved her too. I will call her in the morning and I will tell her about Tanya.
By the time I got back to the hotel I took a shower and went to bed.
TPOV
I couldn't believe when he walked into the bar. I haven't seen him in a long time but damn I still wanted him. I couldn't believe it when Alec, my ever loving cousin, told me that Edward actually married that bitch Bella. What the hell does she have that I don't?
There was no way I was going to let that witch keep him. Edward was mine and I was going to get him back. I came up with the perfect plan to make her leave him or him leave her. Either way I'd break up their little marriage.
Jacob was very good, I had every confidence in him.
As Edward walked away from me, after turning me down I couldn't help but smile because I knew that he'd be mine one way or another.
Edward deserved someone who knew how to please him in every way. Not some mousy little twit, and I don't care having Edward's children will not keep him tied to her. Not after I'm done, not to mention what ever Jacob had planned. He already told me he made contact with her. It won't be long before their happy little marriage is over.
I left the bar smiling to myself.
BPOV
I woke up earlier than normal and reached over to the other side of the bed. But there was nothing there. Then I remembered that Edward was not here. Sadness just washed over me, and the tears started to fall. I cursed them. I hated all this crying, its not like he won't be back. He'll be home in a few short months. I knew I had to be strong for my kids and for Edward.
Today I had to go to the doctors and plan for Sean's birthday. I was a little sad that Edward won't be here for this appointment, but I am going to see if the doctor can record the baby's heartbeat for me and then I could send it to Edward. I'm also sad that Edward will miss Sean's fifth birthday.
Alice was coming over to stay with Sean and Natalie while I went to my appointment. I finished getting dressed and then went to get Sean up. But he was already up and dressed. I couldn't believe he was already dressed. My little boy was growing up.
"Sweetie, you are up and dressed?"
"Wes, mommy. Daddy said I needed to ake care of you and Watalie, so I am waking us breakfast," he said as he walked passed me.
"I can make us breakfast before Auntie Alice comes over."
"No, I gotta do it, daddy needs me to ake care of fings while he's gone."
"Okay, sweetheart, I'll go get Natalie ready."
"K mommy. I wuv you."
"I love you too sweetie."
I walked to Natalie's room with tears streaming down my face. My boy was growing up so fast.
Natalie was awake and looking around her crib. No doubt she was still looking for Edward.
"Hey sweet girl, you ready to get up."
She looked up at me and cooed. I changed her diaper and then sat in the rocker to feed her. She loved when it was time to eat. She was a healthy eater. I hoped that the new baby would be as easy going as Natalie was. I remember the first time I breast fed her in the hospital, the look of pure amazement that Edward had on his face. He truly loved his daughter on sight.
Natalie finished as Sean came in carrying the phone.
"Mommy, daddy's on the phone for you."
"You answered the phone?"
"Wes, mommy I checked the screen and it said Edard Wullen."
"Okay sweetie," I said taking the phone from him.
"Hey babe, Good Morning."
"Hi honey. How are you feeling this morning?"
"I'm good at the moment. I just finished feeding Nat and Sean was already dressed and wanting to fix breakfast before I even woke him. He said that you told him that he needed to help out. He is growing up so fast."
"Yes I did ask him to help. I'm glad that he is. So what do you have planned for today?"
"Well I have a doctor's appointment in just a bit and then I was thinking about seeing if Alice and Rose wanted to go shopping for Sean's birthday stuff."
"Sounds like a plan to me. Honey please make sure you call me when you are done with the doctor. I really feel like a shitty father for not being there for this appointment."
"Edward you are not a shitty father. You have your tour to worry about. Don't worry about us so much. You will be home in a few months. I promise I will send you pictures of the ultrasounds when they do one. I'm hoping that they will do that today."
"I know that I will be back but by the time I get back to you for good you will be close to your due date. What are you planning on doing for Sean's birthday?"
"I was thinking of having a Hulk theme since he seems to like that and he has called Em hulk all the time. I'm going to have his birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese."
"Sounds like a plan to me honey. I need to tell you something Bella. I was with Jas and Em last night at a bar. I had one beer and Tanya saw me there and came up to me. She tried to seduce me but I walked away. I wanted to let you know because I don't want to hide anything from you. She seems like she has something planned I'm just not sure what."
"Isn't she that skank from the restaurant that I saw you with Edward? She better keep her fucking hands off you or she won't know what the fuck happens to her. You are mine and she will never fucking get you."
"Baby, calm down. Nothing happened and nothing ever will. I am yours, and I don't want anyone except you."
"Okay, Edward. Thank you for telling me. I need to tell you about something that was a little odd too. Last night at the restaurant, when I was bringing the food to the table. I nearly slipped, but this man caught me so I didn't fall. His name was Jacob Black, and let me tell you he made me feel very uncomfortable."
"Okay so next time you see him just avoid him. How did Rose and Alice feel about him? I don't like the idea of another man putting his hands on you, but I'm glad that he did not let you fall."
"They did not like the way he looked at me. He looked at me like I was something to eat. He really creeped me out. Rose and Alice did not like the look of him either. I promise I will watch out. He told me he would be seeing me around. That made me feel even more uncomfortable."
"Just be careful honey. Make sure you have someone with you when you go out with the kids and when you are by yourself. I don't want to get a call telling me that you are in the hospital for something. Listen honey I have to go to practice and we have a show tonight. I will call you later."
"Alright Edward I love you and miss you. Bye."
"Love you to Bella and I miss you as well. Bye."
I hung up the phone and picked up Natalie. We walked to the kitchen where Sean had breakfast spread out on the kitchen table.
I looked at the table and saw two bowls of Cocoa Puffs, two cups of juice, two cups of milk, two bananas, and two Pop Tarts.
"Sweetheart, breakfast looks so yummy. Thank you."
"You welcome, mommy. I ake care of you for daddy."
"You sure do baby. Daddy is so proud of you. Sit down and eat, Alice will be here soon."
"Kay mommy."
We ate quietly and Sean was so happy. I didn't like the cereal but my baby boy made it, I was going to eat it. He was such a good boy.
As we were finishing breakfast, the doorbell rang.
"I got it mommy," Sean yelled as he ran to the door.
"Sean don't you open that door till you know who it is."
"Yes, Mommy."
I heard him say as he pulled the chair up to look out the peep hole.
"It's Alice, Mommy."
"Okay you can open the door."
He opened the door.
"Hello Ali, it is good to see you," he said smiling at her.
"Okay, where is my Sean and who is this kid?" she asked.
"He's so grown up now, Edward told him he's the man of the house. So he's taking his responsibility very seriously."
"I see, well Sean we can still have fun even though your the man of house, right?"
"Wes, of course, silly. I only have to ake care of mommy. When she's gone, you ake care of me."
We just laughed as he went to the kitchen and he put his dishes in the sink.
"How are things going?" she asked.
"Okay, you know I just miss Edward and it's hard sleeping without him. But he called already this morning. Did you hear about that bitch Tanya?"
"Yeah, Jasper told me this morning. What a skank."
"Yeah, Edward told me and I told him about that guy Jacob. He told me to be careful."
"He worries about you and he knows that he can't be here right now."
"Yeah, but I'm sure everything will be fine. I better go, do you maybe feel like going shopping for Sean's birthday after my appointment?"
"Sure, B you know me I'm always ready to shop."
"Okay, I'll talk to you when I get back."
"Bye, be careful."
"I will. Bye."
I grabbed my jacket and my purse and went out the door.
I always hated going to these appointments. I wished Edward was here. But I know he couldn't be this time.
The drive there wasn't to long. I parked and got out of the car.
Walking in, I signed in and took a seat. I sat there reading a magazine and thinking. I wonder if this one will be a little boy, who would look like Edward.
"Isabella Cullen," a nurse called from the doorway.
I got up and walked toward her.
"Hi Isabella, I'm Angela. I'm going to weigh you and then Dr. Crymes will be with you."
"Thank you," I said getting on the scale.
Once I was finished Angela took me to the room to wait for the doctor.
"Well hello Bella. How are you feeling today. Have you had anymore morning sickness?"
"Nope it's much better the last couple of days. I think maybe it's starting to even out. I do have a question. My clothes are starting to feel tighter a lot sooner than the other two pregnancies. Is that something to worry about?"
"Well your blood pressure looks good and you have gained 6 pounds so we will do an ultrasound today. I want to see what's going on in there."
I just nodded and she did her measurements over my stomach. She did her vaginal and she said everything is just fine with all of the measurements except that I'm measuring out close to seventeen weeks. I definitely wanted her to do an ultra sound.
It was worrying me that I was measuring close to seventeen weeks. I was brought out of my thinking when she came in back with the machine.
"Alright Bella lets see what we can found out. Where is Edward?"
"He is actually out on tour. They got a record deal and they will be gone for the next four months."
"Well at least he will be back for the birth."
"Yeah but I miss him so much. I think this will be good for them. They need to prove to themselves that they can do it."
"Let's look at this baby Bella. I will print up some extra pictures so you can send them to Edward. I can even make a CD of the ultrasound that will have the heartbeat as well."
"Oh that would make him so happy Dr. Crymes. Please do that for him."
I pulled up my shirt and she placed the gel on my stomach. She took the wand and placed it on my stomach. She moved it all around and did not say a word. She had a serious look on his face.
I just hoped everything is ok. She turned on the sound and I could hear the heartbeat. I could also hear an echo. I was not sure what that was.
"Dr. Crymes is everything ok? I hear a echo for the heartbeat. I don't remember that with Sean or Natalie's pregnancies."
"Yes actually Bella it is when you are carrying twins."
"What?" was all I could get out. Did she just tell me that I was having twins?
"Bella the reason that you are measuring close to seventeen weeks is because you are carrying twins."
"Twins? I'm having twins," I said surprised.
"Yes, Bella. Congratulations, I'm sure Edward will be thrilled."
"Umm... I hope so. I will definitely need pics and the CD."
"Sure, no problem Bella," Dr. Crymes said chuckling.
"Twins..." I said. Trying to wrap my head around it.
"Bella, it's going to be ok. Everything with the pregnancy looks great. Your blood pressure is good. I see nothing out of the ordinary happening. I know it's a shock hearing the word twins, but it will be such a blessing you'll see."
"Four kids, holy shit," I said out loud. "Sorry, Dr. Crymes."
"It's ok, trust me I've heard it all. I'll go make a copy of the CD for you and the pictures, while you get dressed."
"Thank you."
I got up off the table and put my clothes back on. I laid my hands on my stomach. Wow, there were two babies in there. I knew I loved them with all my heart. I hoped Edward would feel the same way.
I was still standing there with my hands on my stomach, when Dr. Crymes came in.
"Here you go, Bella. I made you four copies of the pictures and two Cd's. Also here are your prescriptions for more prenatal vitamins and some information on being pregnant with twins. Remember what I told you about sex before, listen to your body."
"Thanks, but I don't think sex will be a problem this time, since Edward will be away for most of the pregnancy."
She just smiled at me. "I'll see you in four weeks, Bella."
"Ok, thanks," I said as I walked out the door.
I knew Edward wanted me to call him as soon as my appointment was over. But I wasn't sure if I should or not.
I guess I could call him and tell him I would send him the CD once I downloaded it and we could talk more after his show.
Once in the car, I picked up my phone and called him.
It rang twice before he answered.
"Bella, I've been waiting. How did everything go?"
"Everything is good. My blood pressure is good, I've gained six pounds and the heartbeat is strong. I have a CD for you. I'm going to upload it to the computer when I get home and we can talk after your show. Ok?"
"Yeah that sounds great, is there something your not telling me?"
"Nope, everything is fine. I will talk to you more when you call after your show. I love you babe."
"I love you too, baby. I will call you as soon as I get to the hotel. Bye."
"Bye, talk to you then."
I drove home and Alice asked how things went.
I told her things went great and everything looked good.
I didn't want to tell her I was having twins, because Edward deserved to know before anyone else and I wouldn't be telling him until later tonight.
"Are we ready to go shopping?" I asked picking up Natalie.
"Yep, when am I not ready to shop," she said with her hand on her hip.
Sean grabbed Natalie's diaper bag and held on to my hand. Alice carried the stroller out to the car.
Once everyone was buckled in we headed first to Chuck E. Cheese to schedule the party. Alice took care of that while I sat in the car with the kids.
I had an odd feeling of being watched, but I looked around and could not see anyone.
I hated that feeling. Reminded me of Alec. But I know that he and Lauren are still behind bars.
After Alice came back, we head to the mall.
She walked around with Sean while I pushed Natalie and got the things I wanted to get Sean for his birthday. I know he will be so happy to get all the new Hulk toys. Edward told me just to buy him whatever I wanted to and that he would pick out a special present and send it to him.
I had the most amazing husband, and I don't know how he's going to react to the news of us having twins. I still can't wrap my head around it.
I finally finished getting everything on the list and I went to find Alice. Natalie was getting hungry so I knew I had to get her fed and Sean as well.
As I was walking toward one of the stores, I still could feel someone watching me. I turned around and saw that guy Jacob lurking around. This was so not good. I knew I had to find Alice so I wouldn't be alone and vulnerable.
Looking in front of me, I spotted Alice. Thank God.
"Alice, I'm so glad I found you."
"Why? What's wrong?" she asked worriedly.
"I just saw that guy from the restaurant, that gave us the creeps. I think he's been following us. When I was waiting in the car at Chuck E. Cheese, I had a feeling like I was being watched. Just now saw him back there a little ways."
"That's weird Bella, I think we should go now."
"Yeah, we can stop on the way home and grab something to eat."
We walked to the car and got the kids inside, and load all the stuff I bought. Alice threw her bags inside too.
"Alice, what did you buy at Modern Maternity?"
"Just some clothes for you and Rosalie, don't worry about it."
"Whatever, I'm not going to argue with you."
"That's good, you're finally learning. You can't win against me," she said smiling.
I just laughed and started to drive.
"Sean what would you like for dinner?"
"Pizza and bread sticks, mommy."
"Okay, that does sound really good. How does that sound to you Alice?"
"Great, just throw in a salad and I'll be all set."
"Of course."
I drove to the pizza place as Alice checked her messages.
"Bella, Jasper sent me a text and said that the place they are playing at tonight is sold out. There's so many people there. Edward is so nervous."
"I wish I was there to calm him down, I know just what to do."
"Yeah, I'm sure you do, little naughty girl."
"Hey, you can't call me that. Only Edward can." I said as we both laughed.
We picked up the food and went to my house. I fed Natalie as Alice got our plates ready.
Sean was sitting on the floor and was watching the hulk cartoon as Alice and I sat on the couch.
We ate and talked. I was getting a little nervous because soon their concert would be over and I'd have to talk with Edward.
After we were done eating, I told Alice that I was going to download the CD and then take a shower.
She said she would hang out with the kids.
I went to my room and got out the laptop and downloaded the CD I sent it in an email to Edward along with the pictures of our little ones.
I went to shower and get myself ready for bed. I knew soon Edward would be calling me and we could listen to the CD together.
As I showered I thought about the two little ones growing inside me, would they look like me or Edward? Would we have boys or girls? I think it would be awesome to have one of each. I just hope that Edward will be happy about us having twins. Placing my hands on the baby bump, I told the babies I loved them and that their daddy does too.
I finished my shower and dried off, as I was brushing my hair I heard my cell phone ringing.
I rushed to get it before it stopped ringing.
"Hello," I said hurriedly.
"Hi baby, you didn't run did you?"
"No, I just rushed from the bathroom to get the phone. How did the show go?"
"It was awesome, baby. It was a sold out crowd, I was so nervous. I was so afraid I'd fuck up the songs or something. But I pictured you standing off to the side of the stage smiling a me. It helped and I didn't fuck up the songs."
"I didn't think you would, babe. I'm glad it went well. I knew you guys would totally rock it."
"Baby, I miss you so much. I'm having a hard time sleeping."
"Me too, but its not forever. Do you have your laptop by you? I sent you the CD and pictures. I wanted us to listen to it together."
"Yeah, I have it right here. I just have to pull up my email account."
"Okay." I was suddenly so nervous. What if he wasn't happy?
"Baby, is there a problem?" he asked sounding worried.
"No, everything is great." I tried to sound calm but I think it wasn't working.
"Honey you don't sound like everything is okay?"
"Babe let's just listen to the CD together and tell me what you think okay?"
"Alright Bella. I have it pulled up. We can do it now."
I was so nervous about what he would say about having twins. I just hope that he would still want his family. I know that he loves me but Natalie and the twins would be so close together in age. I mean we could afford them and all but I'm just scared that he will say it's to much for him to handle.
I watched on the screen as the babies came into view and then I heard their heartbeats. I felt the tears coming down my face. I did not even know that I was crying.
"Honey what is that echo sound that I'm hearing. It's almost like there are two heartbeats. I'm not really sure what I'm looking at honey."
"Well babe that's because we are having twins and the echo is the baby behind the first one," I said with tears falling even more down my face. I held my breath waiting for Edward to start screaming at me.
"Honey we are having twins?"
"Yep we are. I was so scared and nervous about telling you. I just hope that you will not run away..."
I did not get to finish my sentence before Edward spoke up.
"Isabella Marie Cullen you better not even finish that sentence. I am not going anywhere. Stop thinking that. I love my kids, you and I will love the twins just the same. I already love them. Remember you are stuck with me."
"I just wish that you were here with me. I miss you so much babe. I have been pregnant twice now but I have never been pregnant with twins before and I'm really scared."
"Bella don't be scared. Alice and Rose are both there to help you. Since we know now that we are having twins you better listen to what Dr. Crymes tells you to do. Don't over do yourself please."
"I'm not babe. I promise I will listen to what she tells me. I want to make sure that the twins are safe and born with little to no problems."
Edward was acting as if he is happy about the babies. I guess I had nothing to worry about. I should have know better then to think he would leave us. We have been through so much. Our love is strong and I feel we can come out on top of everything.
"Well honey I will let you go so that you can get some rest. I'm sure Nat and Sean are keeping you on your feet. Plus I'm pretty tired myself. I promise to call you tomorrow before we head to the airport."
"Actually Sean is helping a good bit and Nat is just being Nat. Rarely ever cries unless she is hungry or needs a diaper change. Ok babe I love you. Be safe ok."
"Of course honey I will be safe and I love you as well. Give the kids a kiss for me and sweet dreams baby."
"Ok I will sweet dreams to Edward."
Once I hung up I walked back out to see that Alice had fallen asleep on the couch with Natalie laying on her stomach. I picked her up and went to lay her in the crib. After that I checked on Sean and he was fast asleep in his bed.
I went back to Alice and woke her.
"Alice you can go home if you want to."
"Um no I think I'm going to stay here with you tonight."
"Okay why don't you come share the bed with me then. You don't have to sleep on the couch. It will be like old times."
She just nodded her head and we crawled into mine and Edward's bed. I went right to sleep.