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Chapter 5

EPOV

I knew for a fact that as soon as I said the word "mate" , Esme would come running in from wherever she was. When she burst through the office door, her excitement was clearly written all over her beautiful face. There are no secrets in a house full of vampires. I knew she was going to hear my conversation with Carlisle. I was just trying to buy myself a little time. Esme means well, but she can be a little exuberant at times.

All I could do was smile. Honestly, I don't think I have ever been this happy. I waited for so long to find my mate, and it was well worth it. Bella was so stunning. Her beauty was not only outside, but she was beautiful inside as well. It didn't matter to me that she was human. She was mine. The details would work themselves out. I just had one concern; how would my siblings react.

Carlisle, Esme, I found my mate. Her name is Isabella Swan. She just started school today. I knew she was the one when I first looked into her eyes. It was like I couldn't look away. The pull I felt towards her was almost painful". I explained excitedly.

"Wait! Isn't she Chief Swan's daughter?", Esme asked me."That means she's human. I didn't know that vampires could mate with humans".

"Actually, my Dear, it has happened before. It is very rare, but possible. Edward, I'm very excited for you. You deserve to be happy. You have waited patiently for a long time.", Carlise got up and put his hand on my shoulder. You deserve this more than anyone I can think of. " I think it would be prudent to let everyone in on what has happened."

"I know. Alice already knows, of course. My only concern here is goingo be Rose. I know how protective she can be.", I told them while pacing back and forth. I nervously ran my fingers through my hair, mussing it up even more.

"Edward, you don't need to worry. Your siblings know how important this is to you. As far as Rose is concerned, if she does have a problem, she'll just have to learn to deal with it.", Esme told me vehemently. She was always so supportive of all of us.

I still couldn't help but feel a little bit nervous about having to break the news to my brothers and sisters. Although I didn't have any concerns about Bella being human, I knew that they might. Rose, definitely would. I glanced at the Grandfather Clock in the corner of Carlisle's office. They should be home any minute.

"Well, I'm more than ready to let them know. They should be arriving at any time." No sooner had I said that, then I heard them pull up in my Volvo. I had decided to run home, using the opportunity to think. Plus, I wanted to get here before them so that I could let Carlisle know what was going on.

I ran down the step just in time to see Alice bounce her way into the house. The sly grin on her face told me that she knew what was gong on. Don't worry, Edward. I didn't say a word. Everything will be fine. Rose will give you a hassle, but when doesn't she? It will all work out and even Rosalie will come around.

Alice couldn't seem to wipe the smirk off her face. All she kept chanting to herself in her head was I'm gonna have a new sister and she's gonna be my best friend.

To be honest, I was happy that my mate was gong to be so close to Alice. Alice and I are the closest out of all of us. I guess part of the reason is the fact that our gifts have to deal with the mind. We understand each other and have developed a mutual respect. Over the years, Alice has been my little source of encouragement. She was always there, by my side, making sure I didn't give up. She would keep telling me that my mate was out there and that I would find her and that all this waiting would be well worth it.

Never bet against Alice! She was spot on. It was worth the wait and I am so happy that I listened to her.

Carlisle and Esme then joined us downstairs . Esme was practically glowing from within from the joy she felt for me. She really was a wonderful mother.

"I need everyone to come into the dining room please. We need to have a family meeting", Carlise said gesturing towards the long, cherry finish table. This is where we held all our important meetings

" Hey, what's going on. Is Eddy boy in trouble?" Emmett asked jokingly. Does he ever take anything seriously?

I rolled my eyes at him." My name is not Eddy. Would it kill you to try to be serious for once?" I asked him. I sat down at the table and looked expectantly at Carlisle. I wasn't sure how he wanted to start this off. "Edward, I think the best way to handle this is to just come out and ed right everyone what you told me earlier." Carlisle glanced at me. Everyone turned their heads and looked at me curiously.

"Well", I started nervously,"I found my mate today." Suddenly everyone started talking at once or asking me questions mentally.

"Could everyone please calm down. You can ask your questions,but make them one at a time", Carlisle admonished them.

"Dude, I'm really happy for you. You deserve it more than anyone I know. Is she hot?', Emmett asked. Rosalie turned around and smacked her husband in the back of his head. The sound of it echoed through the house. I fought my smile and lost.

"Emmett, there's more to a mate than just looks", I replied. He really knew how to get under my stone hard skin. " I will tell you this , though, she is absolutely, breathtakingly beautiful. Her name is Bella Swan". I said it triumphantly, feeling as if I had just won some kind of prize. Rosalie and her temper decided to make an appearance.

"What!" she screamed jumping up from her seat and knocking it over." She is human. You can't possibly be serious. Do you have any idea what this could me to us?", she asked me angrily. Here we go. Drama queen.

"Yes, Rose, I am. She is my mate and I will not allow anyone to stand in my way of claiming her. When the time is right , I will tell her", I replied sternly.

Rosalie just hissed at me. Her eyes black with anger. We glared at each other over the table. I could feel Jasper's influence trying to calm us down. It worked. A little.

"Babe, you need to sit down. I know you only want to protect the family,but this is his mate we are talking about". Emmett told her firmly. It isn't often he talks to her that way.

Alice stood up excitedly. " She's perfect for him. I've already seen it. She is exactly what he needs. They will be so good for each other. And, she's going to be my best friend!" she finished . I already knew I had her support.

"Listen, everyone", Carlisle spoke up," Bella is Edward's mate. She is human, but this is not the first time a human was mated to a vampire. Although it is a rare occurrence, it still does happen. I think it would be prudent for us to get to know her."

"That won't be a problem. We have a project we have to do in Biology, and she will be coming over tomorrow to start on it." I tried to not sound too eager. I failed miserably.

"That's not the only thing you two will be working on", Alice piped in mischievously.

"Please don't tell me that our Edward is going to lose his V-card tomorrow?", Jasper asked laughingly. If I could blush I would be bright red right everyone what you told me earlier." Carlisle glanced at me. Everyone turned their heads and looked at me curiously.

"Hey, that is not what I meant. I was referring to the fact that Bella is also another piano player and she and Edward are going to be making beautiful music together", Alice told them. She showed me a vision she had of Bella sitting at my piano with me next to her and we were both playing and laughing together. It was a lot like it was this afternoon during music class. I can't wait.

"Are you all just going to go along with all of this? What if the Volturi find out? Has anyone even thought about that? This could go wrong on so many levels", Rose continued her tirade. .

"Rose, you need to stop this. Edward has been alone for a long time . Not once, did he ever complain. He has always been there for us, and now it is time for us to be here for him. We are a family and that is what families do", Esme stated firmly.

She stood up and walked over to me. Placing her hand gently on my cheek ,she looked deeply into my eyes." I am so happy for you. Even though you have only just found her, there is a light in your eyes that wasn't there before. The young lady who has captured your heart must be very special. I can not wait to meet her".

Having my family's support meant a lot to me. Well, everyone except Rosalie. Alice said she would come around. I'm not going to worry too much about it.

Tomorrow, my mate will be here. I will eagerly count down the hours until I can be with her again. The mating pull can be painful at times. Right now, it is very uncomfortable. It's surprising, considering, I have only just found her. My connection to her is already very strong. I wonder if she can feel it as well.