Chapter 2
So here is chapter 2, I hope you'll like it. Review if you want me to continue, or tell me if you think it's really bad :p
Esme's pov:
Even though the rain is constantly pouring down, I'm starting to like this place. We have a beautiful big house with an amazing garden. The forest starts where the garden ends, so the kids can go for a quick hunt anytime they like. Also, I'm glad for my husbands sake, he really likes his job at the hospital. And the fact that it's never sunny makes things a lot easier for everyone in the family.
To keep myself busy during the days I clean, a lot. And to be honest, a house with five teenaged vampires gets dirty fast. This Friday afternoon I'm doing laundry. The boys are not only messy eaters, they wrestle all the time. I don't know how they manage to find the muddiest places to do it in, but every time they come home they are covered in dirt.
Finally I hear the sound of Rosalie's car pulling up on the driveway. Hearing their voices brings a big smile to my face, and I walk out to greet them. Emmett immediately runs up to me, giving me one of his famous bear hugs.
'' Emmett, put me down'' I said while laughing.
''Sorry mom, just wanted you to feel the love'' He smiled.
Jasper walks in, gives me a quick hug before racing up the stairs. I give Emmett a confused look and he shrug his shoulders before running up after him.
'' What's with Jasper?'' I asked my daughter Alice as she and Rosalie walks through the door.
'' He wanted to pack his bags so Alice wouldn't do it for him, and pack down all the clothes that makes him look like clown.'' Rosalie answers instead of Alice.
Alice crosses her arms and pouts.
'' They do not make him look like a clown, he looks very sophisticated in them.'' Alice defends herself.
'' Well then you better run up after him and make sure he brings some of the 'very sophisticated' clothes" I laugh and watch as both Alice and Rosalie bolts up the stairs to pack both their own and their boyfriends bags.
I turn around to greet my youngest son, Edward, as he walks in through the door. I give him a big hug and run my fingers through his thick hair, something I know he hates, but he has given up on complaining about it a long time ago.
" Hey sweetie, how was school?" I ask him.
"Boring, I'm so glad it's Friday. When is dad coming home?"
"He'll be home any minute now" I answer him. My husband works long hours and this is the first weekend in a long time that he's taking time off work.
"Have you guys talked about me going with the others on the trip" Edward ask, hands in his pockets and looking at me with his big puppy eyes. I smile and shake my head at him.
"Edward, you know that is something that your father and I will talk with you about, together."
He groans but nods his head before heading up the stairs to the others. I sigh and take a seat on one of the armchairs in the hallway. I can't help but feeling sorry for my son. I know he sometimes feels left out among all these couples. And being the youngest is not something he enjoys very often. I sometimes feel guilty for babying him, but it's not just me. Carlisle spoils him rotten, and shower him with love and affection on a daily basis. And most of the time, you can tell that Edward is younger than the others. He often spends his nights between me and his dad on the couch watching a movie. I think he likes the extra attention he gets from me and Carlisle, since his brothers and sisters often are occupied with each other. Maybe it is my fault that he never really grew up and matured as fast as the others.
Sometimes I wonder if this depends on the fact that Edward still hasn't found a mate. It terrifies me to think that maybe he'll go another 100 years without finding someone. In the meantime I can't help myself but to take a little extra care of him, so he doesn't feel so alone.
Suddenly I'm awaken from my thoughts as my husband drives up the driveway, parking his car in the garage. I stand up and take a quick look in the mirror, checking my hair and makeup. I like looking nice for my husband and he gives me compliments all the time. There is no sweeter man than Carlisle Cullen. He is a loving husband, my best friend and a great father to our children. They really adore him. He works so hard to provide for them and still finds the time to hang out with them. They know that they can always come to him if something is worrying them and he will always do his best to help them.
I can't wait for him to come inside, so I run out to greet him. I notice a beautiful bouquet of flowers, and he gives me a big smile and a kiss.
"Hey honey, I missed you" He says and puts his arms around my waist. I lean my head against him and inhale his unique scent. Even though it's only been 10 hours since the last time I saw him, it feels like an eternity.
"I missed you too, baby." I reply and give him another kiss. With Carlisle's arm still around my waist, we walk into the house. We barely make it inside before all five kids throw themselves over their dad, making him fall to the ground. They cover him with hugs and kisses while he laughs and tries to get up from the floor.
"Kids! Can you pleas stop attacking your father and help him up?" I say with a strict voice, but I can't help but smile.
Once Carlisle is up, he gives all five kids a hug before throwing himself on the couch in the living room.
"You kids.. you'll be the death of me" He says, still trying to catch his breath from the big welcoming they gave him.
I take a seat next to Carlisle and the kids sit on the other couch. Except for Edward who takes a seat next to me, giving me a pleading look. I know what he want to talk about, but I'd rather talk with him without his brothers and sisters here.
"Are you all done packing, kids?" I ask them. They all nod.
"Yeah, we're leaving in about two hours. We just wanted to know if it was okay if Edward came with us" Rosalie says and gives her father a begging look.
" That is something your mother and I want to talk to Edward about. In private" Carlisle says and looks at all the kids, one at a time.
"Sure thing dad, we'll leave you alone to talk" Jasper says and he and the others walks up to their rooms.
Once the other are upstairs I focus on Edward. He looks at his father intensely with a confused look in his eyes.
"Dad, why are you blocking me?" He whines.
"Because you need to learn not to be so impatient and wait for what I have to say without reading my mind first." Carlisle lecture.
Edward groans and pouts.
"Edward Cullen wipe that pout off of your face. You know your father is right, you need to stop eavesdropping." I scold him.
He stops the pouting, but still looks a bit grumpy.
"Can I go with them or not? Just tell me already." Edward sighs and covers his face with his hands.
"Edward Anthony! Watch that tone, son" Carlisle says ´giving him a stern look that makes Edward swallow hard.
"Sorry, dad." He whisper.
I look at my husband and takes Edwards hand in mine. I know we made the right decision, I'm just not sure Edward will understand. Carlisle breaks the news for Edward.
"Your mother and I talked about it, and we both agree that it will be best if you stay home this weekend"
Edward immediately yanks his hand away from mine, stands up and stomps his foot.
"What?! Why not?" He shouts out.
I stand up and put my hand on his shoulder to relax him a bit.
"Baby calm down and let us explain" I speak to him in a soft voice, trying to soothe him.
"I'm not a baby, I'm seventeen and there is no reason why I shouldn't be able to go on this trip" He says, raising his voice even more. Now Carlisle steps in, he knows that trying to soothe and baby Edward in this situation wont get you anywhere. Sometimes he needs a firm hand.
"Edward lower your voice right now, and control your temper. If you want an explanation you sit down and listen."
Edward glares at his father for a moment before sitting down and looking down.
"It's not fair. I never get to do anything" He complains.
I try to comfort him again and stroke his cheek. This time he lets me, but he still looks upset.
" Edward, that's not true. We often let you go with your siblings on trips. But we based this decision on many things. Your brothers and sisters need a bit alone time. To just be couples. They may not realize it themselves, but I think that's what they really need. And with your siblings so busy with each other, there is no one to look after you. You can go next time, we promise. Just not this weekend." Carlisle explains to Edward.
Edward takes a deep breath to calm himself down.
"But everybody wanted me to come. I wouldn't be in their way, I would let them have alone time"
"I'm sorry baby, we think this is for the best. And also, you could use a little quality time with us!" I try to cheer him up.
He rolls his eyes at me.
"Yeah, sounds like a lot of fun."
I can hear the other kids coming down the stairs with their suitcases. Emmett walks into the living room and looks at Carlisle.
"Have you talked about it yet?" He asks us.
"I'm sorry Emmett, your little brother wont be able to join you this weekend." Carlisle tells him.
At this point Edward is so frustrated that he's near tears, but I know he holds back in Emmett's presence. Emmett looks a bit disappointed, but not surprised. I know they love their baby brother, but they do need more time for themselves. That's something Edward might have a hard time understanding since his not in a relationship. And I don't want to spend the weekend trying to explain that to him. I'd rather have a nice and relaxed weekend with my son and husband.
"Okay, if that's your decision I guess there is nothing I can do about it. Sorry little bro, I wish you where going with us." Emmett says and gives Edward a sad smile.
Edward finally looks up and smiles back at Emmett.
"It's okay Emmett. Hope you'll have a good time. I'm going to miss you guys."
Emmett gives Edward a hug and ruffles his hair. Edward can't help but smile, but he can't hide the disappointment in his eyes.
" Okay, let's go say goodbye to everybody" I say and together we walk out to the others.
Me and Carlisle hug and kiss all of the kids, and Carlisle can't help but to lecture them a bit.
"Call at least twice a day and don't get yourself in any trouble. No speeding!" Everyone roll their eyes but promise to behave.
"Okay, say goodbye to your brother" I say when we're done hugging and kissing them goodbye.
Alice and Rosalie kiss Edward on the cheek and Emmett and Jasper gives him a big hug.
"Bye baby brother, hope you'll have a good weekend anyway" Rosalie says to try cheering him up.
" Yeah, you too." He says and watch them get into the car and drive away. He stands still for a few moments and looks in the direction where the car went, almost looking like he wants to run after it.
"I'm sorry you're sad baby, but I hope you'll understand why we decided this" I tell him and put a hand on his back.
"I'll be in my room" He snaps and walks up the stairs.
Me and Carlisle looks at each other and sighs. We knew this was going to be hard to explain to Edward. But I really hope he'll come around and decides to spend some time with us. Carlisle leads me back into the living room and we sit on the couch.
"I hope he'll be okay" I say worried.
"He'll be fine, I'll go up to check on him in a little bit. But right now, all I want to do is kiss my extremely beautiful wife, who I've missed all day long" He attacks me with kisses that makes me giggle.
I really look forward to this weekend. As long as Edward comes around and takes this opportunity to spend some quality time with his parents. But so far it doesn't look too good. So I ask Carlisle to go up and talk to our son. He gives me one last kiss before leaving me to go and have a chat with Edward. If we're lucky, Edward will understand our reason for keeping him home. Otherwise, we're in for a long weekend with a very grumpy teenager in the house.