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Chapter Forty

*Lizzy's POV*

"You're the daughter of Lorenzo and Serena…." Dru stated, trailing off with eyes as wide as saucers. Currently, I was in the dungeons with Dru, Serena, and Felix, who was lurking in the background. Iris finally confessed who she really was and I think everyone was pretty shocked.

"Yes," Iris confirmed softly.

"But…How? What?" Dru exclaimed.

"Look, I wasn't sure when to tell you. I try to not let my past define who I am," Iris explained, fiddling with her hands. She then looked at me, "Understand this, I am not my father or my mother."

"Ah huh," I mumbled, crossing my arms over my chest.

"I was born to my parents in 1980…We lived a good life but then Aro ruined it!" Iris sobbed, burying her face into her hands. "I…I didn't ask for this. He took me…I just want to go home. I want my sister."

Dru immediately seemed to discard the piece of information and cradled Iris in her arms. The blonde buried her face into Dru's chest while the black haired daughter of the Volturi ran a hand through her hair.

"Hey guys!" Lucas exclaimed, walking down the steps with Abby. Automatically, they saw Iris sobbing while Dru held her and frowned.

"What's going on?" Abby asked slowly as she walked over.

"Iris just explained who her parents are," Dru said softly, pressing a kiss to the top of the girl's head.

Abby and Lucas turned to me and I bit my lip, "She…Her parents were Serena and Lorenzo."

Lucas looked at her wide eyed, "No way!"

"I have another sister?" Abby whispered in awe, looking at Iris. "Holy crap…"

"Actually, you have one more sister," Iris sniffled against Dru. She then lifted her head to look up at Abby. "I…I have a little sister, Jo. She's…She's somewhere. I don't know where, but I got separated from her when I was taken by the Volturi. When Aro raped Serena, our mother, he took her hostage in Australia. A little while later he also took me and I've been stuck here ever since…"

"How come Nahuel, Jen, or May never mentioned them?" Abby questioned.

"They knew if they said anything it would put us in jeopardy!" Iris cried. "Nahuel, Jen, and May…They're good to us. Way too good."

"Look, it's not a big deal," Abby said softly, kneeling before Iris. She gave her a gentle smile, "I mean, we all have pretty nutty parents. It's…It's okay. No one's judging you."

I bit my lip and approached the three girls carefully, "Iris….I'm sorry…I just…Lorenzo did some things to me and my family when I was a child. I shouldn't have judged you off the bat."

"It's okay," Iris whispered, looking at me with red rimmed eyes.

"I don't judge anyone else for their parentage….I shouldn't judge you," I confessed, scratching the back of my head.

Iris nodded, taking a deep breath. "Look…What if there was a way for me to make it up to you?"

"You don't have to," I said, shaking my head.

"I want you to trust me," Iris said softly. "And I want to help…I just…My power is the ability to manipulate and control dreams."

"Okay….?" Abby trailed off. "And how does this help us?"

The recognition hit me while Iris just smiled timidly at her, "We could send a message, to our family, that we're alright."

"Exactly," Iris sniffled with a smile. "I don't do it often because of Aro. I haven't done it yet in risk of my sister, but I know we can get away with this one. It can't be long, but we can try to do it."

"Not going to happen," Felix bellowed, walking over. "The master's not going to like this."

"Aro's doesn't like a lot of things," Lucas muttered, rolling his eyes. "Look, Felix, run away. This isn't your deal."

"You might try to escape," Felix shot back, narrowing his eyes.

"Felix, stay," I said, looking up at him. "You stay here and make sure we don't do anything we're not supposed to. I promise that we aren't doing anything to escape. I just want to tell my family we're alright. We're still alive and we'll be okay. Please? It'll give them ease. After all, this seems like a permanent situation."

Felix hesitated, but I watched him break a few moments later, "Ugh! Fine! But you must give me your word."

"I promise," I whispered, reaching out to shake his hand.

Felix nodded, taking my hand in his and giving it a good shake. I then turned to Iris, "So…How are we going to do this?"

"Yeah, like who's going to talk?" Dru questioned. "I have no problem doing it."

"I'd love to put you in the dream, but that's a lot harder. Your mind is closed off from me…I might have to do it myself," Iris explained.

"Lizzy can do it," Abby volunteered, looking at me. "She's a mind reader and she can place thoughts into people's heads. It'll be easier if you could get her through."

"Yes, I think that'll work," Iris said, nodding her head. "We can single out one of your family members. I'll insert myself in their dreams, but since you can get into my mind it'll hopefully, create a connection that will place you in the dream instead of me."

"Alright," I breathed, "I'll do it."

"Okay. We'll make this quick. Your family is probably asleep now," Iris said, looking down at Lucas's watch. "So let's give it a try."

She then took my hands in hers. Calmly, I let my shield down and let her into my mind.

I don't remember much after that, but next thing you know I was on Isle Bella…Starring right at Renesmee. She was in a long white dress and she just looked absolutely blissful.

"Oh my…" she whispered, starring at me.

"Nessie!" I cried. "It's really me, I found a way to talk to you…"

"Lizzy…" She said my name in surprise.

"I don't have much time, but this is real," I told her. "I promise."

"How can I be sure?" Renesmee questioned, narrowing her eyes. "This is just some sick dream-"

"It's not, sissy," I said, my eyes tearing up. "The last time you saw me I got dragged away by the Volturi. Your my sister, Renesmee Carlie Cullen, our brother is Masen Anthony Cullen. Our parents are Isabella Cullen, previously Swan, and Edward Cullen. We're from Forks, Washington. We were all born there…When I was a baby you protected me from Lorenzo. No matter the cost, we're sisters. Always."

Renesmee paused and soon the tears welded up in her eyes, "It is you."

"I haven't got much time, but I want you to know Abby, Lucas, Dru, and I are safe," I told her. "I don't know what'll happen, but don't worry about us. Don't do anything stupid. I hope to see you again one day, but as of now, I want our family to heal."

"We're fine, Liz. We just want you guys back," Renesmee said tearfully.

"Look, you guys are in no shape to rescue us," I said. "I want you all to get stronger. I'm so sorry for everything…Tell Masen and the baby I'm sorry too. I didn't know they'd lose her…"

"You mean Grace?" Renesmee asked. Suddenly, she smiled at me, "Liz, she's okay. She's alive!"

"What do you mean?" I asked, clearly puzzled.

Renesmee grinned at me, "It's a long story, but Carolyn gave her life up for Grace. Grace is alive. She's okay and the baby, he's okay too. Tyler Edward."

"Tyler Edward," I repeated, smiling fondly. I then looked at my sister with a bittersweet smile, "I'm glad you're all safe. Sorry about Carolyn, but just…I'll be okay. The Volturi don't want to hurt us."

"Liz, you're their prisoner," Renesmee pointed out.

"I know," I said, sighing.

"Lizzy!" I look to see Iris fading in. "You don't have much time! Wrap it up!"

"What's happening!?" Renesmee demanded.

"I can't…I'll talk to you soon," I said, stammering. "Tell everyone I love them. Tell Aunt Alice and Uncle Japser Abby loves them. Tell Ethan Lucas loves him and Cordy Dru. Don't worry about us….And tell Seth that I miss him and that I'm sorry. I hope to see you again, Ness. I love you."

"Don't go!" Renesmee cried out. "I…Jacob proposed. I'm getting married."

"That's great," I whispered tearfully.

"I want you to be my maid of honor!" She called out to me just as she began to disappear. "I…I love you, Liz! Don't go!"

*Abby's POV*

I watched hesitantly as Lizzy and Iris held hands. Iris closed her eyes tightly and before I knew it, I watched Lizzy's eyes roll in the back of her head. Luckily, Felix caught her in time before she hit the floor. Lizzy and Iris's hand contact did not break though.

I swallowed hard, kneeling down to my cousin as Felix propped her against the jail cell. Suddenly, in that light, she didn't look like some dumb thirteen year old. She looked a lot older. Her cooper hair a mess and eyelids shut. Dru meanwhile had Iris steadied in her lap, watching both girls with feared eyes.

"Is she okay?" Felix asked frantically. "Is she dead?"

"She's fine," Dru said, running a hand through Iris's hair. "They're both fine."

"Don't worry, they're both alive and well," I said, brushing a stray piece of hair out of my cousin's face. "Her heartbeat is faint, but I can hear it. I've been around her enough to know what it sounds like, and it's there."

"It's because she's a Lux Lamia," Lucas added.

Relief washed over Felix's face as he stepped back, "Oh thank God. The last thing I need is you kids dying on me."

"Now we just wait," I said, watching them hesitantly.

Soon, Iris began to groan. We all watched as Iris's eyes flew open and she lost physical contact with Lizzy. Iris then took a deep breath and collapsed in a heap with Dru. Both girls were smiling fondly at each other, Dru running her hand through the blonde's hair.

I turned to look at my cousin who's heart was audibly beating faster in our ears now. Just like Iris, her eyes flew and I could see her bright green orbs once again.

"Liz!" I exclaimed as she rammed into my arms. I giggled as the two of us hugged tightly.

"I'm a maid of honor!" Lizzy squealed against me.

"What?" I asked with raised eyebrows.

"So much! Just…Grace isn't dead! She's alive!" Lizzy rambled.

"Care to clarify, Little Red?" Lucas asked with raised eyebrows.

Lizzy then began to explain the whole ordeal to us, how she saw Renesmee and how Ness told her how they were all fine. I was thankful at least she told Ness to talk to my parents. I missed them a ton.

"Wow, well someone had a rough day," I said, patting her back. Lizzy chuckled and leant her head against my shoulder.

"Why don't we all retire for the night," Felix suggested. "You all did enough."

"Sorry about that, Felix," Lizzy apologized.

"It's fine, Little Cullen," Felix said. "Just try not to give me a vampire stroke or something."

"Aye, you're gonna get that with these Cullen girls," Lucas teased, patting Felix on the back. "It's in their blood."

Abby and I both smiled sheepishly at him before turning back to Dru and Iris who were now standing up.

"We'll see you guys tomorrow," Dru said as Iris landed against her shoulder. I watched my sister's lips twitch into a small smile before pressing a kiss to the top of Iris's head.

"Be ready, sharp tomorrow morning," Iris teased, smiling at us.

"Thank you," Lizzy told her. "Very much."

"It's nothing," Iris said, shaking her head. "I know what it's like. Don't worry."

"Well, thank you," I added, smiling.

With that, we left Iris and Dru to their own bidding. Lizzy and I both couldn't help but grin at our last image of the two of them. Dru and Iris were holding on tightly to each other, foreheads pressed together.

"Why do I have the feeling those two are together?" Lucas teased with us. Lizzy and I both giggled as we walked through the corridors.

"I'm going to go feed," Felix told us once we approached the hallway towards our bedrooms. "I can trust that none of you aren't going to do anything stupid."

"Not tonight, Felix," Lizzy teased, leaning her head against my shoulder. "Too drained to escape."

He just sighed heavily and glanced at the two of us, "Just…Stay out of trouble."

"We'll try," Lizzy said, winking.

Felix just shook his head and smiled before walking in the opposite direction. "Have a nice night!" Lucas called back. He then turned to the rest of us, specifically Lizzy though, "Since when did you and the big cheese become friendly?"

"I have no idea," Lizzy answered, shrugging. "He's just been really nice to me."

Lucas shrugged, "I mean, not everyone here is terrible. I think you all learned that by now."

"We did," I chimed in, playfully nudging him.

"Watch it there, sparky," Lucas teased, smirking at me. "Anyway, I'm going to turn in for the night. I had enough shenanigans for one day."

"Understandable," I replied.

"See you tomorrow," He told us. Lucas then turned to me, "Same time tomorrow?"

"Same time tomorrow," I confirmed, smiling at him.

"Alright," Lucas exclaimed, stretching out. "Have a nice night, Sparky. Little Red."

"Goodnight, Lucas," I said as he headed into his room. I then turned to Lizzy while the two of us headed to my room.

We stayed in my bed that night. Lizzy's head against my shoulder while mine laid on top of hers. Our hands intertwined while Lizzy played images of our family into my head and ours. Memories from back in New York to a vacation we took to Christmas Eve. She played images of her parents, siblings, our cousins, grandparents, and my parents as well. I couldn't help but take multiple memory snap shots in my brain of my dad's smile or my mom's laugh.

"You think we'll ever get out of here?" Lizzy mused, looking around.

"I don't know," I answered truthfully. "

"I feel like we will. My gut is telling me yes…But it won't be for a awhile," Lizzy said.

"Unfortunately, I think you're right," I agreed.

That's how the two of us stayed that night. Huddled together while we both silently wished that we would see our families again one day.

But as the months then turned into years, things got complicated.

*Renesmee's POV*

I woke up in a cold sweat. My body flew up in the bed, waking Jacob in the process, but I didn't care. My mind was racing and my entire body felt as if it were vibrating.

"Ness? Are you okay?" He asked me, getting up. His voice was sleepy, but I could hear the concern. "Was it a dream?"

"Lizzy," I spoke, my voice dry. "Lizzy…I…Lizzy!"

"What does that mean?" Jacob questioned.

Soon, my dad came barreling into the room with my mother. Both of them had wild looks in their eyes. I looked up specifically at my father.

"Did you see my dream?" I croaked.

He nodded and brought me into a tight hug. I breathed heavily and I could hear the other members of my family all gathering around.

Soon, the entire family, except for the kids, were all wide awake in the middle of the Sanders living room. I was seated in the middle, on the couch with Jacob on one side and my mother on the other. Everyone watched intensely how I told them everything Lizzy told me.

"Lizzy told me to tell everyone that she, Abby, Dru, and Lucas love us," I concluded shakily. "And that the'll be fine."

"Thank God they're okay," Grandma whispered, leaning into Grandpa's shoulder.

"So…What does this mean?" Uncle Jasper asked. "Does this mean we go after them?"

"Lizzy said not to," I answered. "Not until we're ready."

"Which I agree with," Grandpa said. "Just like before…We'll get them back. We know they're safe, now it's just trying to figure out exactly what to do."

Momma nodded and squeezed my hand tightly. I took a deep breath and leant my head against her shoulder.

"We should retire," My dad announced. "We'll get ready to move out tomorrow and begin trying to get ready to get the kids back. We will get all four of them home."

"I hope so," Robert said, grabbing on tightly to Cordelia's hand.

"Like I've said, my father is interested in weapons. He's probably idolizing the fact he has Lizzy, Lucas, Dru, and Abby. They'll be fine," Cordelia summarized. "I just know it, deep within me…They're alright."

"I agree," added Elaine, who nodded with Ava and Zach.

"We'll get this," Lily declared fiercely. She was holding on tightly to Ethan's hand. "We're not a breakable family. We're the Cullen's, and the Volturi picked with the wrong mythical family to fight against."

"You got that right!" Aidan cheered, earning a nudge from Jen.

"Could've have said it better," Grandpa agreed with an amused glance.

With that, we all broke apart. Aunt Alice and Uncle Jasper looked a little more hopeful, but I know the trip they were going to take would do them good.

"Goodnight, baby," My mom whispered, pressing a kiss to my forehead.

"Night, Momma," I said. My dad then gave me a kiss as well before they both headed in the other direction, hand in hand.

"We'll see you tomorrow," Grace said, giving me a kiss on the cheek. "Big day."

"Yeah," I said, chuckling nervously. "The big move."

"You'll do great, and we'll visit often," Masen added, coming over.

"You better, I want to see my nephew as much as possible," I said.

"Will do," Grace told me.

With that, Grace gave me a kiss on the cheek and so did Masen before they headed towards their room, hand in hand just like my parents. Elaine, Ava, and Zach were near them as they all softly talked. Cordelia was leaning against Robert while he wrapped his arms tightly around her. They'd all be moving back to Forks along with my parents and grandparents to raise Tyler, train Grace, and hopefully recruit more people.

"It's been a really odd night," Lily muttered as she walked over to me. "Not bad though. There have been worse nights."

I shrugged, "Let's be real, are they ever good?"

Lily chuckled, "Sometimes…"

The two of us paused before looking at one another. Lily seemed so much older in this light. Her eyes tired and her smile missing it's shine. I felt the same way after everything we had been through this weekend.

"I'll see you soon," I told my cousin, grabbing her hand in mine. "I hope that this school year's okay. I'm sorry I'm not going to be with you."

Lily, Aidan, Aunt Rosalie, Uncle Emmett, Ethan, and Jen were all headed back to New York to finish out the school year. I wasn't sure how long they'd be there, but I know the moment they decide to leave they're headed straight to Forks. Lily wants to train and Aidan is going to want to help the cause any way he can.

"It's okay," Lily said, shrugging. "You'll see me very soon though. I promise."

"Hell yeah you will!" Aidan added, patting my back. "We're getting Lizzy, Abby, Lucas, and Dru. If it's the last thing I do! I'll fight whatever I have to for them."

"I know you will, Aide," I said, chuckling. I then gave each of them a hug before watching them say goodnight to their parents. Aunt Rosalie and Uncle Emmett glad that their children are with them.

The twins then moved to their respected mates while their parents left the room. I watched as Aidan now took a spot on the couch with Jen. His girlfriend snuggled herself onto his chest while he wrapped his arms around her tightly. They began to whisper to one another, giggling as they tried to get some sleep. I knew that this whole thing was messing Aidan up, I could tell by his mannerisms. He doesn't joke or laugh like he normally does. Aidan misses his best friend a lot, but I know with Jen at his side he'll be okay. They'll both be okay.

I turned to see Lily and Ethan on the opposite side of the living room. She was stroking Ethan's hair as he buried his face into her chest. I smiled at this. Lily would be fine too, and so would Ethan. They were a good team and Lily would help Ethan get through losing his brother again. Besides that, the two of them had their work cut out in trying to understand what exactly's with Lily's newfound power is with the help from Daniel, Violet, and Hazel.

I then saw Seth make his way towards a free couch for the night. Suddenly, my gut dropped and without missing another beat I headed towards him, "Hey! Seth!"

"Yeah?" He asked softly.

"Lizzy…She told me to tell you something," I told him, biting my lip. "She said she was sorry and she misses you…"

Seth looked surprised by this, "Oh…"

"Seth, whatever happened between you two, I think she regrets it," I told him truthfully. "And I think you do too."

"I do," Seth confessed, his eyes welling up with tears. "I just..I just wish I could've protected her better. It's my job, ya know. She hated me calling it that, but it is. She means the world to me and now she's gone…And I just feel like a part of me is gone as well."

"I know," I whispered, bringing him into a hug.

We then slowly pulled apart. Seth sighed, "I just…If she ever channels you in a dream again, tell her I'm sorry too."

"Tell it to her face," I said, smirking. "We'll get her back one day. I promise."

"I have hope we will," Seth said, smiling. "I just need her to know that, because right now I'd do anything to have her back with me. That's why I'm headed to Forks. Helping out the pack and the others try to recruit as many as we can to retaliate."

"I know," I said.

With that, Seth headed out for the night. Meanwhile, I looked to see Jacob. He smiled at me and offered his hand. I took it as the two of us walked back to our bedroom.

"You sure you're okay?" He asked me as we sat down on the bed.

"Yeah…" I answered, giving him a soft smile. "They're safe and we're going to get them back. I'm ready for whatever comes next…I'm not scared and I know I'm going to be able to do it."

"Good," Jacob said, pressing a kiss to my lips.

The next morning the two of us got into that rabbit after saying goodbye to everyone. I in the driver seat and Jacob in the passenger. The sun was just starting to peak out amongst the trees.

"You ready for this?" Jacob asked, buckling his seat belt. "It's going to be a long ride."

"I'm ready," I said, smiling at him. With that, I placed my sun glasses on and started to drive away from that house in Vermont. We'd keep driving until we got to sunny California.

The thing about my family is, we're fighters. It would take us awhile until we'd all be together again, and at one point I wanted to lose hope, but I never did. I kept marching on because I refused to give up on not only myself, but my family.


A/N: Well, get ready for this story to take a turn. Things are going to change, big time. Next time we'll see them it's going to be two years later so be prepared. In the meantime, thanks for reading and keep an eye out for the next update :) Love you guys!