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Chapter Thirty-Eight
*Lily's POV*
I sighed as I lay carelessly on Ethan's lap. It's been a long couple of weeks and, finally, in a few days we'd all be leaving to our new respected roles. Mom, Dad, Aidan, Jen, Ethan and I would be returning to New York to just finish up the school year while the rest of the family, including Grace's, would be heading to Forks. The Denali's would meet them there and then once we graduated, I guess it would be up to Aidan and I wether we wanted to go to college or help out the cause.
I could tell Renesmee already felt guilty about her choice, but she planned to be going to school on the west coast. The family would be in Washington, which wouldn't be too bad to get to. It was a flight away, but none the less it was better than being across the country. Anyway it's good if some of us are in New York in case the others somehow manage to escape the well guarded walls of the Volturi, but that's doubtful. Robert and Cordelia confirmed they couldn't even do it and they lived there for years.
I was beginning my training. The twins and Daniel were teaching me to expand my ability. It was working, a bit. I don't think I was a terrible necromancer. I mean, I think I conjured up a few spirits or something but Daniel said I would get better. Who knows. Aidan's a bit jealous, but I like to remind him that he's got telekinesis which is pretty awesome to begin with. I don't even know how this is going to come in hand. I find this whole power to control the dead or at least see ghosts is quite disturbing. I could tell the Martin family desperately wants me to see if I could contact Tyler Sr. I would, I just don't quite understand how I would even begin to do so.
I just sighed as Ethan's hands ran through my hair and I hummed in delight. I missed this. The two of us were just laying in bed on this lazy Sunday.
"Whatcha thinking about?" Ethan asked me softly.
I shrugged as I looked up at him. My head was currently cushioned on his lap so I could directly look up at him. "A little bit of everything," I confessed. "What about you? Any deep thoughts on your mind, Mr. Rider?"
"I don't know," he responded, running a hand through my hair. "Mostly about you. About us…."
"What about us?" I asked curiously, lifting myself up so I wasn't in his lap anymore.
Ethan shrugged, "Everyone's taking new steps, I was just curious which direction we would be headed."
"Headed?" I repeated, my voice slow. "I mean…I don't know. I have to finish high school. Promised my parents and myself, to be honest. After that…"
"You could go to college," mentioned Ethan.
I shrugged, "As much as I would like to party and study more, I guess, now doesn't feel like the time. Ya know? With the girls gone and your brother…I rather focus on trying to get them back."
"So…Would you want to go back to Forks?" he questioned curiously.
"Yeah. Definitely," I said. "Plus, my nephew. I want to watch that little boy grow up. Sucks that I'll be missing a big portion of his first year, but Grace and Masen need to get their priorities straight before anything else interferes. Not to mention we need to start preparing for the Volturi."
"You have a point," agreed Ethan quietly.
I eyed him suspiciously, "Why? Did you have something else in plan?"
He shrugged, "Not really…Honestly, Lily I just want to spend the rest of my life with you. Whatever you decide, I'm going to back it up."
"Okay," I replied, smiling as I pressed my lips to his. "But you have some say too, you know?"
Ethan grinned at me sheepishly, "True, but I rather do what you want. I've lived longer. I've done things. Right now, in my life, you are the main focus and probably will be for the rest of eternity."
"The same goes for you, Ethan," I whispered, pressing my lips to his once again. When we slowly pulled apart, I felt my stomach form butterflies. My breathing hitched as our foreheads rested against each other. I then pressed my lips to his again, kissing until I was gasping for air again.
"I want this," I said softly, tugging at his shirt. "I'm…I'm ready."
"Are you sure?" He asked, worry in his eyes. "Lily, I don't want to trigger you or-"
"You won't," I promised, smiling. I then took of his shirt for him and marveled at his bare chest. I then began to press kisses to his skin, pushing him back onto the bed.
"Alright," he replied. We both grinned as he helped me yank my sweater off. With one touch, he unhooked my bra. "I love you," he added softly, cupping my face.
"I love you too," I gasped before pressing my lips to him. The warmth pooling within me as our limbs tangled up within each other.
*Dru's POV*
Everything was confusing. Currently, I was seated on one side of the bars while Lucas was on the other. The girls and my half brothers had class, so Iris was gone. Now that we were a little more lenient about everything, Lucas has been coming down here to visit me.
"Maybe Aro will let you out," mentioned Lucas casually as he fiddled with a stray coin.
"Maybe," I murmured lamely. "But it's not terrible…I like being down here with Iris."
"Oh?" said Lucas with raised eyebrows.
"What's with the Oh?" I replied, narrowing my eyes.
"It's nothing…Just, does our little Drusilla fancy the mysterious Iris?"
My cheeks flushed, "I…I don't know. Why?"
Lucas shrugged, "I mean, I don't blame you. She is pretty hot and a blonde. Didn't think you'd go for a blonde. Always thought you liked brunettes."
I huffed, "Are you being serious?"
"What!?" he exclaimed. "Just calling it how I see it."
"Well…" I trailed off, biting my lip. "Iris is a good um friend."
"Friend?"
"Yes, a friend," I stated, swallowing nervously.
Lucas chuckled, "You are just as whipped as Jackson was when he laid eyes on May in this very cell. What is it with this place? First it was Cordy and Rob, then May and Jack, and now you and Iris? Maybe I should spend more time down here and I'll finally find my mate."
"You are ridiculous," I said, shaking my head in laughter. "But I mean…What if she's not into me like I'm into her?"
"I think she is," said Lucas with a grin. "I see the way you two look at each other. It's puppy love. I've never seen that look on your face and she looks equally as smitten. When we talk upstairs all she ever says is Dru this and Dru that, and Dru's doing good."
"She does?" I exclaimed, flustered.
Lucas's smile widened like a cheesier cat, "Ah ha! You care about what she thinks of you!"
I snorted, "No I don't."
"You do, Drusilla, my lovely girl," said Lucas, chuckling. "Now look, I think you should make a move."
"And why is that?" I asked with raised eyebrows.
"Because, you'll thank me for this. Trust me," said Lucas happily.
"Fine," I muttered, my cheeks turning red. "I just feel like if I do, she'll reject me and then it's awkward."
"Are you serious?" Lucas said, wide eyed. "You are Drusilla Volturi. Babe, you've been seducing girls and boys alike since you were four years old-"
"When you put it like that, it sounds wrong," I said, raising an eyebrow.
"You know what I mean," Lucas replied, patting my back. "Now, go get her kid. I know you can do this."
"Alright…" I trailed off, biting my lip.
After Lucas left, I waited. I waited and waited for Iris to come back downstairs. I was nervous, that's for sure. Make a move? Would it be that simple? I mean, most people I went after I didn't actually care for. But, Iris…Damn, I cared for her. A lot.
Soon, I could hear her footsteps making their way down to the dungeon. I swallowed hard and looked up to see her at the door of the jail cell.
"Hey, Dru," she said, walking into the room. A bright smile, "What's up?"
"Hey, Iris," I said, smiling nervously.
"Everything okay?" She asked with raised eyebrows.
"Yeah…You know…" I trailed off, scratching the back of my head. "Nothing much, how was your day?"
Iris nodded hesitantly, "Well, it was good. The kids-"
"I think you're beautiful!"
I felt my cheeks turn bright red while Iris looked at me incredulously. I laughed nervously.
"You what?" asked Iris.
"I think you're beautiful," I confessed, stammering. "I like you, a lot, Iris. Like…A lot a lot…You're funny and you're easy to talk to you and I just like being with you. I like you more than a friend and I don't know how you feel, but that's how I feel…And well…"
I never got to finish, because soon Iris's lips were on mine. I was caught my surprise by Iris just hushed me, "I like you too, Dru. A lot a lot. I've been waiting to do this for a long time."
"Oh bloody yes," I breathed, pressing my lips full force to the beautiful blonde in front of me. Our lips began to mold together, our bodies growing closer. Our hearts beating faster and faster.
I then brought Iris's legs up against my waist while my hands ran through her thick, beautiful hair.
It had to be the most lustful, amazing experience of my life….Well, that was until well…This…
"DRU!"
Oh crap…
*Renesmee's POV*
"Only three more days until you leave," My mother mused sadly. The two of us were seated on the back porch of the Sanders Vermont house. I had a cup of tea in my hands and was bundled in a light blanket. The sun was slowly starting to set behind the lake and it's rays made my mother's pale skin glisten like a thousand diamonds.
"Yep," I stated quietly. The baby was here, but Lizzy still wasn't. Grandpa and the others were still calling up people to help us. "Can't believe it."
"Me too," agreed my mother, her voice tight. I could see her golden eyes getting sullen.
"You're not loosing me, mom," I said softly, reaching out to touch her arm. "I'll be in California. You'll be in Forks. It's not too far. If you and dad need to see me you can just run down there and be with us in a matter of minutes."
"True," My mom replied. She then smiled wistfully at me, "I just feel like my baby girl is all grown up. That's all. Trying to wrap my head around that."
"I know," I said, giving her a small smile. "And I can't thank you enough for everything you've taught me, but it's time for me to be on my own. I promise, I'll be fine. Anyway, you have a grandson to coddle."
My mother nodded in agreement as she then looked back at the sun, "And a daughter to find…"
"Yeah. Lizzy needs us to get her back and to do so, we all need to prepare," I declared. "Momma, everything will be fine and until it will be, just know that I love you so much."
"I love you too, baby," she said, reaching over so we could hug each other. "You know, I had a conversation like this almost with my mother right before I graduated."
"What are you going to do about Grandma Renee?" I asked curiously, fiddling with my hands.
Momma shrugged, "I'm going to see her. I need my mother right now. I don't want her to hate me, but we're taking Elaine's offer. Maybe in a month's time. You're welcome to come as well, but we're headed for Florida. I emailed her last night and told her to call me. Hopefully she will."
"That's good," I answered hopefully. "She's your mom. I'm sure she'll pull through for you."
"Even though I haven't?" my mother mused.
"Even though you haven't," I repeated. "You'd do the same for me, right?"
"Right," she replied. She smiled at me before then reaching over to grab a package. "Speaking of my mom, here's a gift."
"What is it?" I asked curiously.
"You have to open it," she replied.
It was soft. I tore it open to see a giant quilt. I looked up at her in surprise, "Wow, Mom."
"My mom made this for me. All the places we went on vacation to," she explained, brushing the fabric. "It's yours now. She gave it to me before I went away, and I'm doing the same for you now."
"Oh Momma," I whispered before wrapping my arms tightly around her.
Later that night, I took a spot on the roof outside of my guest bedroom. The sun was practically gone and darkness would soon take over the forest. I had the quilt wrapped around my form as I watched the sun's patterns.
"Hey."
I look up to see Jacob. I smile, "Hey."
"Whatcha up to?" he asked me curiously.
"Just enjoying the view," I explained, shrugging as I played with the edge of the quilt. "What about you?"
"I just came to find you," he said, taking a seat beside me. "See how you're holding up."
"Quite well," I answered stiffly.
"Are you sure you want to do this?" Jacob asked me hesitantly.
"What do you mean?"
He paused, "I mean are you ready to go to college…Now? After everything that's happened?"
I bit my lip, "I probably shouldn't, but…I need to. Maybe figure everything out…I don't know."
"Okay," he said softly, looking out at the view with me. "Whatever you decide-"
"Know that you'll come with me. I know, Jake," I responded with a chuckle. "Whatever happens, you and I are in this together…Right?"
"Right," he repeated nervously. I raised my eyebrows at him.
"What's the matter?"
"What do you mean?" He asked, his voice cracking. "Nothing's wrong."
"Something's wrong," I stated flatly. "What is it…You didn't shack up with my aunts too?"
"Oh god no!" He cried out, rubbing the bridge of his nose. "I didn't shack up with anyone but you. Let me clarify before this moment gets ruined."
"Alright…" I trailed off, my eyebrows furrowing in confusion. "So…What is it?"
Jacob took a deep breath, "You…You know I love you, right?"
"Yes," I answered, my throat tightening.
"Well…I love you a lot. More than anything on this entire earth," said Jacob, fiddling with his hands. "And I need you to know that. I need to make it solid, that whatever happens…You and I are going to stick with each other. Until the very end."
"Of course," I said, grabbing his hand. "Forever."
Jacob smiled at me before looking at his pocket. My eyebrows raised as he then swallowed, and slowly took out a black box with his free hand.
My breath hitched and my heart pounded a mile a minute as he slowly opened it to reveal a sparkling diamond. "I…Renesmee Carlie Cullen, will you marry me?"
A/N: WHOOMP there it is! Well, I hope you guys enjoyed that and please be on the look out for the next update ;)
