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Chapter Sixty

*Renesmee's POV*

"Happy Halloween!" Bo exclaimed, bouncing all over the living room of the main Cullen household. He was dressed in a pirate costume as he danced around my mother's legs.

"Someone's excited," My mom laughed, picking up the young boy in her arms.

"We're going trick or treating! We're going trick or treating!" Bo cheered happily, clapping his hands together.

"That we are," Grandma Esme said coming over with Wesley hanging onto her hand. He was dressed in an old werewolf costume we had, but his face looked so excited.

It's been a couple of weeks since we got the girls back and it was finally the last day of October. Lizzy and Abby were welcomed back into our family with open arms along with Iris, Dru, and Lucas. We all finally felt whole having our missing family members back, and it felt more than great. It felt like everything in the universe was all good.

I watched from across the room to see Jennifer was dressed as Columbia from the Rocky Horror Picture Show while she clung to Aidan, who was dressed like Eddie, the ex-delivery boy from the movie. Seth seemed to be getting into spirt with some fake vampire teeth that he was currently making the others laugh with. Abby dressed as Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, curtsey of Aunt Alice who kept up with the themes between Uncle Jasper and Abby by dressing up as Glenda the Good Witch and have Uncle Jazz go as the scarecrow. Meanwhile Lizzy sported an orange t-shirt with the letters Boo across it. I felt worry build up in me as I watched my little sister. Although we're back, sometimes I don't always feel like she's one hundred percent there.

"Happy Halloween!" Tyler cheered as he ran through the house like a tornado. He was dressed as a vampire and was full of as much energy at Bo.

"Aunt Lizzy! Aunt Lizzy!" Tyler cried out, running straight to my sister. "Look at my costume! Look!"

"It looks fantastic, Ty!" Lizzy gushed, picking up our nephew as he began to babble to her.

"Ready for candy! Ready for candy!" Lucia cheered, dancing into the room dressed in a ladybug costume.

"Why do I feel like have these children had candy before they even trick or treated?" Aunt Rosalie remarked as the rambunctious kids bounced on the walls of our home.

"That's because he did. Nonno decided to sneak his grandkids some pieces before they even left," Grace said as she motioned to her father. She was now walking over with Masen, her parents, Robert, and Cordelia.

"You're terrible," Robert teased, nudging his father playfully.

"I gotta make up for lost time somehow?" Tyler Martin pointed out, earning a chuckle from Elaine.

"Hey, hey, hey!" Grandpa Charlie exclaimed, walking into the house with Nanna Sue right behind him. He was dressed in his police officer's uniform with Johnny trailing right behind him, also dressed like a cop with a big burley mustache.

My mother laughed as she walked over to them, "Hey, Johnny! I like the costume."

"It's Officer Swan tonight or Dad if you want to be informal, Bells," Johnny said, making a perfect impression of my grandfather.

"Wow, spot on Little Swan," Jacob said, patting the top of his head. "I think someone's going to give Charlie a run for his money."

"Oh, everyone at the station loves it," Nanna Sue said, laughing as her son then joined his friends. "I was even showing some of the other nurses at work and they were having a ball."

"Sorry we're late!" Ava chimed, coming into the room followed by Zach, Lexie, Tommy, Leah, Quil, and Claire. "We had to stop off and get Claire and Quil from Emily's."

"Come on, LeLe!" cheered the physical five year old Tommy, who was dressed in a little ghost costume. Leah shook her head in chuckles as she was then dragged towards the other adults.

"Ugh! Look at my little nephew!" Jackson Williams exclaimed as Tommy ran up to him in a mad dash to show him his outfit. "You sir are going to cause some really good mischief, am I right Luke?"

"That you are," Lucas said, laughing as he came over and wrapped an arm around his buddy's shoulder.

"Let's not encourage him too much," Zach chided, chuckling at his brother.

"Charlie's here so that means it's time we head out!" Grandma Esme announced, coming over with the two other boys. "Jasper, could you please send out a few calming waves!"

"On it, Mom!" Jasper laughed, instantly causing the rambunctious children to turn it down a notch.

"Don't need a couple of supernatural children running around Forks showing off their powers," Uncle Emmett added, chuckling.

"No, we don't," Grandma Esme muttered, shaking her head as she let Wesley go forward with Lucia, Tyler, and Johnny. Bo had now moved from my mother's arms to Grandma Esme's where he laid his head against her shoulder.

In the last few weeks Bo, Wesley, and Stefano started to fit in here rather well being that Tyler and Lucia were eager to have some new playmates. Bo and Wesley found themselves sticking around Dru and Iris the first few days but the moment Esme baked them a tray of chocolate chip cookies they were in love. Now Bo and Wes can't get enough of Esme, always hanging around her whenever Dru and Iris can't. Esme loves it though being that she loves to dote any child.

"This reminds me of when we took you all trick or treating on the rez," My mom said to me, a soft smile on her face. "Time flew by so fast. To think, you were my little vampire running around on a sugar high."

"I can't believe it either, Momma," I said, hugging her side.

"This is the lest we can do after everything that's happened," Mom told me. "Good to see some smiles on some faces."

"I couldn't agree more," I replied, smiling at her.

As I finished talking with my mother, I noticed Stefano enter the room with Grandpa Carlisle right behind him. Stefano was a lot more reserved than his brother. He was dressed in a simple hoodie and a pair of jeans.

"No costume, Stefano?" I asked innocently, approaching them. "Are you joining the others for trick or treating?"

"I don't have a costume, but that's okay. I only really want to watch Wes and Bo," Stefano confessed to me softly.

"Are you sure? Because we have a lot of old halloween costumes stored around here?" I asked the boy gently.

"I'm good. Thank you though," Stefano replied. Grandpa Carlisle sighed but placed his hands on the boy's shoulders in a comforting manner.

"Stef!" A new voice exclaimed. I turned to see Lexie Williams, who was giggling with Claire Young. She was dressed as a witch, ironically, while Claire dressed up as a black cat. The two girls giggled and waved him over. "Come over here!"

"I don't know," Stefano said, his cheeks turning pink. He looked up at me for some answer, "I…I…"

"Go," I told him, nudging him forward. "Have fun."

Stefano, who was bright red, walked over to the girls and began to talk, occasionally looking back at me and Carlisle.

"He's a good kid," I told my grandfather who nodded in agreement.

"He is. Very bright, very well mannered, and very kind," Grandpa Carlisle said to me. "He just needs to learn how to be a kid."

"That he does," I agreed, watching as Stefano, who as clearly distracted by the girls, couldn't help but blush and fumble.

"Doesn't this remind you of us?" Lily gushed, coming over to me. Ethan, who was fully well and healed, was right behind her. My cousin was wearing bunny ears and I couldn't help but giggle at her comment.

"That is does," I agreed, laughing as she hugged my side.

"I don't want to go back," Lily confessed to me. "To college, I mean. I love everything about it and California's amazing. I'd move the whole family there if I could…But I don't know if the timing is right."

"I get that," I told her, shrugging. "I mean, do what you feel Lil. You tried it out and it's not like this is the end all be all. We are immortal, we have a lot of time on our hands…"

"I mean, I think I'll stay until you graduate next semester," Lily said with a shrug. "After that, I don't know. I think I want to watch my nieces and nephews grow up as much as I can…"

"I couldn't agree more," I said, sighing.

"After all, Meredith said we're supposed to have more and if this is the end all be all, I want to watch them as much as I can," Lily told me softly. "Sorry I'm being a debbie downer, I just…"

"Nah, you're fine," I told my little cousin, kissing her on the cheek. "Now why don't we go have some fun. It's Halloween after all and better get as much as we can in until we go back to classes."

"I can imagine what Halloweekend is like on campus right now," Lily whistled, shaking her head.

"Hey, it's probably crazy but they haven't seen crazy until you've been to a Cullen party," I teased, causing Lily to chuckle before she walked away, holding hands with Ethan to check on the kids.

"Alright come on kiddies!" Dru exclaimed, rushing forward dressed in full Halloween garb as a ketchup bottle. Meanwhile, Iris adorned in a matching mustard one.

"Don't want to keep the fun waiting!" Aunt Alice sung, following Dru.

Iris and Jasper followed in suite, laughing at their respected energetic mates. I then watched as all the children followed Grandpa Charlie out the door with Ava, Zach, Aunt Alice, Uncle Jasper, Dru, Iris, Cordelia, Robert, Elaine, Tyler Martin, my parents, my grandparents, Grace, and Masen.

"Chocolate?" I turn to my side to see Jacob. He was holding a Hershey bar in my direction.

"Why yes please," I said, taking off a piece and placing it into my mouth.

"So, what's Forks going to say when they see the Cullen family?" Jacob questioned curiously.

"Well Ava, Grace, and Elaine are with them so they are casting a charm to make it seem like they're different people," I explained to my fiancé. "It's like a shield of some sort. It makes humans see someone else when in reality it's our family. It should wear off by tomorrow morning so the kids should have a blast with that one."

"At least they're having some fun," Jacob said, wrapping his arms around my middle and resting his chin on my shoulder. "I remember when you were a child we all tried so hard to give you guys the safest childhood you possibly could."

"I know and I appreciate everything you guys ever did to make it as normal as possible," I said, resting my hands where my fiancé's lay on my middle. "I can't help but see patterns. All of these guys have seen so much and they're still so young."

"Eh, I don't know if it's anything we can fully prevent," Jacob said, shrugging. "But I think it's something we can make as easy as possible by having them do normal kids things like this."

"If we have a family, I hope it's as normal as possible," I murmured to him. "I want our children to never know any fear we ever had."

"You sound like every parent I've ever met," Jacob replied with a soft chuckle. "But at the same time, I can't agree more. I hope they don't know any pain."

I smiled bittersweetly as I leant into my fiancé. I guess that's what this is all about, enjoying the moments while they last. Something immortals should consider as well.

*Lily's POV*

"So what exactly are you supposed to be?" Ethan huskily asked in my ear. "A bunny or I don't know…A playboy bunny?"

"Will you stop! My parents are here!" I giggled, turning around so I could playfully swat him on the chest. Ethan just grinned like the cheshire cat before wrapping his arms around my waist.

"They seem a little occupied at the moment," Ethan said, motioning to where my parents were currently in the nearby hallway, getting a little too close for my liking.

"Aw gross," I muttered, closing my eyes tightly and burying my face into my boyfriend's chest. "I didn't need to see that. That was cruel."

"Sorry," Ethan murmured, pressing his lips to the top of my head. I just chuckled as I pulled away from his embrace to take a good look at him.

"So…You aren't liking college?" Ethan asked, referring to my comment to Renesmee earlier.

"Oh right, that," I said, biting my lip. "I like college, don't get me wrong, it's just…Look at the last two years. My last year of high school was miserable because of everything that happened and then I did college for a year and a half and I love California. I love everything about it. The people are so chill and don't walk around like crazy New Yorkers, even though I love New York…It's just, none of those places are Forks. None of them have all our family members and I think when Ness leaves UCLA I might want to as well."

Ethan nodded and brushed a strand of hair away from my eyes, "Okay and what do you plan to do after that?"

"I don't know," I said, shrugging. "Maybe attend University of Washington for a bit or maybe just take off. Enjoy our family and us. I don't now how long this is all going to last and I want to make it count. Tyler's growing up before our very eyes, people are getting married…As much as I loved our time in Cali, I think it's time to go home."

Ethan smiled, "I couldn't agree more. Who the hell knows when Lucas will get kidnapped again. I gotta savor every moment I possibly can with my brother."

"Heard that!" Lucas Rider shouted from across the room where he was talking to Robert and Jackson.

Ethan and I laughed before turning our attention back to ourselves. I snaked my arms around his neck and hugged close to him. A few weeks ago I almost lost Ethan and I won't lie, I felt like I was dying as I cradled his bloodied body in my arms. For a few seconds I really thought I was going to lose one of the most important people in my life. I remember boarding our private jet that night, blood on my hands and body vibrating like crazy.

I barely got a chance to breathe once we got out of there. The night we came home I just remember laying in the bed with him. Holding him so tightly to me, begging, almost pleading for him to never leave my side again. Running my hand through his hair, checking that if he was still breathing or that his heart was still beating. Just clinging onto the mere fact that he was alive.

"What are you thinking about, mo ghràidh?" Ethan whispered, tilting my chin up so it was looking at him.

"Ethan Rider," I stated softly, cupping his face. "If you ever die on me, I will use my power and search the entire afterworld until I come across you and when I do I'll bring you back to life and then kill you again. Understood? You are not allowed to die."

My boyfriend was quiet for a few moments before reaching down to press his lips to mine. I found myself kissing him more profusely, my hands reaching to grasp his locks.

"I love you, Lily," Ethan whispered, resting his forehead against mine. "Which is why, I suggest we rush upstairs so we can now scar your parents."

"Oh, there's a reason we're mates," I exclaimed, giggling as he picked me up. I squealed as the two of us made our way away from the party. No matter what would happen in these upcoming months, Ethan and I would make the most of it. I just know we would.

*Lizzy's POV*

"And then Daddy put some fake blood on my cheeks and Momma said it wasn't very appropriate but then Daddy reminded her how I drink blood anyway and then Momma was like 'yes but isn't he supposed to be something he's not usually' and then Daddy was like 'well he's not Dracula so it's okay'," Tyler explained to me animately.

It's been a few weeks since I've been back and I think things have been falling into place…I think. My mind still felt clouded. I thought about Felix often, the guilt wracking me for erasing his memories but it was the only way to keep him safe. My family still doesn't know a lot about what's happened, which I'm thankful for and they haven't pushed. I've been keeping my mind pretty locked up which I was used to anyway because I spent the last two years not only constantly shielding my mind but everyone else's. Masen's respected my privacy at least and hasn't tried to break through my shield…But I think he's worried as to why I'm secretly on high alert all the time.

"Wow Ty, sounds like you had a day," I replied jovially, smiling at the little boy. I have to say, having my nephew around has made things easier. The moment I stepped foot on Cullen territory I was greeted by this little rambunctious ball of energy. It was crazy to think I hadn't seen him since he was a day old

Tyler talks a mile a minute and is always running around like he's on a constant sugar high. Having him around, it keeps my mind off of everything about the Volturi. It's been nice to have someone with such a pure mind around.

"I sure did!" he chirped, smiling brightly at me. Moments with Tyler make everything I went through in Italy worth it. Because I took his place, my nephew got to grow up in a happy home.

"Ty! Let's give Aunt Lizzy a break!" Masen said lightly as he walked over.

"It's okay, Mase," I told my brother as he picked up the eight year old boy into his arms. "I love listening to what Tyler has to tell me."

"See!" Tyler pointed out. Masen and I both chuckled as my brother ruffled his son's hair.

"Now come on, why don't you go over to where Mommy and your cousins are. I think Pop-Pop and Nanna Sue are going to take you trick or treating," Masen said, setting his son down.

"Yeee!" Tyler cheered before running to where Jonathan, Lucia, and Wesley were.

"So…Grandpa Charlie's Pop-Pop?" I asked, chuckling.

"Yeah, Charlie thought Grandpa Charlie for a great grandfather sounded weird," Masen explained, chuckling.

"And then Mom and Dad are Gran and Grandpa. Elaine is Nonna, Tyler Martin is Nonno…Does that mean Grandma Esme and Grandpa Carlisle the same?" I asked curiously.

"Yeah, Grandma Esme or GG. Lucia, Tommy, and Lexie like to call her GG too," Masen explained, but a smirk appeared on his face. "Carlisle however, for him Grandpa became Gumpa."

"Gumpa?" I said, giggling. "How'd that happen?"

"He got confused. Called Dad Grandpa and didn't wanna say Grandpa Carlisle so Tyler deemed him as Gumpa," Masen explained, causing the two of us to laugh thinking of our calm, collected, doctor grandfather as Gumpa.

Masen then smiled at me and placed a hand on my shoulder, "I'm glad you're back, Liz. I missed you."

"I missed you too, Mase," I said, hugging my brother. He chuckled and held me tightly, allowing me to rest underneath his chin.

"You know, I'm pretty sure you're the same height as Ness now," he mentioned, rubbing my back. "Should've seen that one coming."

"Probably," I teased as we pulled apart. I smiled, "Now, go on. Enjoy Halloween with your boy. Who knows how long he'll stay this little."

"We have some more time, but you're right," Masen said before heading to where Grace was currently dotting on Tyler.

"It's good to see you having fun," My mom said, coming over to me now. "Or I think that you're having fun."

"I know, I'm a lot more wound up than I used to be," I said, causing her to shake her head.

"It's fine. You haven't exactly been through the easiest thing out there, baby," My mom said.

"I just wish I could forget it all," I said softly. I knew my parents were especially worried. I don't ever really leave the cottage. I wake up and hang around my parents like some lost puppy dog until one of my siblings or cousins comes to see how I'm doing. When I come to the main house I can't help but desperately try to ignore the stares that belong to those being guests in our household. I hated being the center of attention and I hated causing issues for my family.

My mom didn't say anything. She just brought me into a gentle hug and pressed a kiss to my cheek.

"Hey Lizard, we're headed out to Port Angeles for the showing of the Rocky Horror Picture Show if you wanna come?" Aidan asked, coming over with Jen holding onto his hand.

"Hey– I remember when that movie came out," My dad said, shaking his head as he looked over from where he had been talking to Uncle Emmett. "I had a bet with Emmett that it wouldn't take off. Boy, was I wrong."

"Are you serious?" my mom said, raising her eyebrows. "That movie is a classic! How could you even think that!"

"I told you to listen to me, Edward!" Aunt Alice chided from across the room.

"You asked Alice!?" Uncle Emmett exclaimed, looking at my dad in surprise. "What happened to fair play, Eddie?"

"You should've known going into any bet with a mind reader," My dad said, rolling his eyes.

"Well you still lost," Uncle Emmett pointed out smugly.

"Yeah, because I thought it was absolutely ridiculous! Part of me couldn't believe Alice when she said it'd become a cult classic," My dad exclaimed. "Which was stupid on my part, but also after awhile I have to say, it's quite an excellent film. It shaped a generation. Not to mention the music is pretty great."

I shook my head chuckling as my dad and his siblings continued to bicker on about different films and decades. Despite my reserves, it was nice to be home.

"So, what do you say Lizard?" Aidan said, motioning to him, Jen, and Seth. "We asked Abby too but she seems a little occupied…"

I smirked, knowing where my cousin was right now. However, I brushed it off and quickly looked at my best friend, "Ahh…Sure. Just give me a couple of minutes, I'll meet you all by the car."

"Yee doggy!" Aidan exclaimed as he and Jen trotted forward, Seth trailing behind them.

I sighed, running a hand through my hair. "You're going, right?"

I turn around to see Renesmee. She was holding my coat out for me. "Yeah, I am," I replied, giving her a small smile as I reached for the garment of clothing. "Thanks."

"Well good. You deserve to have some fun," Renesmee said, brushing a strand of hair out of my face. "I know you're probably tired of the pep talks and us telling you how much we missed you, but I really missed you Liz."

"It's fine," I said, chuckling. "I missed you guys a lot too. I enjoy it, reminds me where I belong."

"Good," Ness said, now giving my hand a squeeze. "How's…How's things with Seth?"

Oh right, Seth. Everything has been an emotional roller coaster since I left the castle and seeing Seth again makes me feel whole…Yet part of me keeps thinking about Felix and then the overwhelming guilt likes to sneak up and bother me for a good portion of the night.

"Fine, I think," I answered truthfully. I bit my lip, "Ness…A lot of things happened in Italy…And…I don't know when…"

"Lizzy, it's okay," Renesmee told me gently. "I understand if you're not ready to talk, but know that when you do I'm here. Alright? I'm always here for you."

"I know," I replied, a lump in my throat. Renesmee smiled as I then threw my arms around my older sister. She gave me a tight hug and a kiss on the top of my head before we pulled apart.

"Now, go have fun," She said, shooing me away.

I shook my head chuckling as I then headed out to where Aidan was sitting in his car, an old pick up truck he and Aunt Rose have been trying to fix up. When I entered the back seat Aidan's eyes lit up in the rearview mirror.

"Aw! Little Lizard so glad you could join us!" Aidan exclaimed jovially. "Now, let's hit the show on the road and let's do the time warp again!"

"If you say so, dear," Jen remarked, giggling as Aidan began the long drive to Port Angeles.

"Are you excited?" Seth asked, ringing me back into reality.

"Yeah. I mean it's a showing, I think it'll be really cool," I stammered, fiddling with the end of my jacket. I wouldn't be lying if I said I've been low-key avoiding Seth and a conversation that was long overdue. I mean, most of my time had been taken up by my family, mostly my parents, so having a one-on-one with Seth seemed like bad timing. But now, I don't think it would be awful.

However, none of us knew what to say so we then looked away from one another before blushing in awkward silence. Jen and Aidan were too wrapped in their heated debate about Rocky Horror trivia to notice what was happening.

"Liz," Seth began, biting his lip. "I don't want anything to be awkward between us. We left off on bad terms and it killed me inside knowing that one of the last conversations we had was us fighting."

"I feel the same way," I confessed, feeling all jittery. "I…I missed you, Seth. A lot and I don't know what what our future holds but I'm sorry I was so scared about it."

"Don't be," Seth said, shutting me down right away. "Being a child and knowing you have an imprint can be a daunting thing, especially to a free spirt such as yourself, but I want you to know…I never want to make you feel like what I do is because it's my job or I'm doing it only because I have to. I do the things I do for you because I care about you. However, my actions two years ago weren't always the best. Like you I was scared and nervous because I didn't want to mess up our relationship. That's the last thing I wanted to do and I guess it didn't work."

"It didn't," I responded, chuckling lightly. "I just think we were both so wrapped up in being like Renesmee and Jacob, I don't think we realized we were Lizzy and Seth."

Seth nodded, smiling at me. "Look, how about we start this over…Friends?"

"I'd like that," I said, taking his hand in mine. "Friends."


A/N: AHhh! Only one more chapter and the epilogue and it's onto Eternal Dawn! Thanks for everyone who's been keeping up since then and please keep a look out for the next chapter! :)