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Chapter 10

50+ years later

It had taken a little while, but they had finally settled down together. Alice had been right, which Carlisle had learned was often the case, and she and Rosalie had become inseparable shortly after she had emptied out Edward's bedroom and put his things into the garage. That amused Rosalie to no end and had been the thing that had brought the girl's together.

Rosalie and Jasper had taken longer. She was wary of him and his scars. And he took her standoffish behaviour as a cue to keep as much distance between them as possible. But Jasper had helped her when she was upset, taking her emotions from her and replacing them with nothing but serenity.

Rosalie had been grateful and Jasper's actions had been enough to break the ice between them.

Emmett had taken Jasper under his wing as soon as they had returned home. He'd taken one look at Jasper's scars and, unlike the others, he hadn't been afraid. His first words to Jasper had been something about a worthy sparring partner at last.

Edward had taken Alice as his sister immediately, sharing Rosalie's amusement of the dainty little vampire. But he wasn't keen on Jasper, a sentiment which Jasper shared. Jasper hated that Edward was a mind reader. But he soon learned that Edward was very well versed in the art of discretion and had warmed up to him through Edward's advances.

And now, as Carlisle held the warm hand of the human girl in his own, he knew that they had found another piece of their family. She was drawn to Edward and Carlisle knew just what Edward felt for her. He knew it would be a while before the others, particularly Rosalie and Jasper, would come to accept her as a member of their family, what with her human status. But, just like it had with the others, he was happy to believe that everything would fall into place.

"Keep it strapped up for the rest of today," He said softly, securing the bandage, "and it should be fine to use tomorrow. Take it easy, though. Don't rush into things. And think before you decide to punch a vampire."

He saw Isabella's lips turn down, but the amusement at her predicament shone in her eyes.

"Go and find Emmett," He ordered, packing his things away. "And apologise. I know you didn't hurt him, but it's only fair. And he'll apologise to you for winding you up. If he doesn't, make sure you tell me."

He pressed a kiss to the top of Bella's head and helped her from the dining room table, setting her carefully on her feet.

Yes, he was certain. Bella Swan was the new member of their family. She was Edward's rock. Emmett's little sister. Alice's best friend. Not to mention a new daughter to himself and Esme.

Jasper and Rosalie would come around eventually. He had no doubt.

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