A/N: ******WARNING*******
This chapter contains triggering situations of described mutilation towards the end. I understand if you can't read it and choose to skim through it.
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All mistakes are my own.
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02/14/2024
Rear-view Town
Chapter 11
Bella's eyes were beginning to droop. She was so exhausted after all the excitement of the day. "Where's my dad? He hasn't been here yet." She felt a wave of worry wash over her, but she knew he would come see her as soon as he could.
"I heard dad say that he had to go into the station." Paul leaned over to give Bella a small peck on her lips. "He'll be here when he can, Angel."
"I know," she agreed with tears pooling in the corner of her eyes. She quickly wiped them away. "I'm sorry."
Paul scooted closer so he could wrap her in his arms. "Don't apologize." He kissed her temple. "I don't think anyone would notice that there isn't a dry eye in here."
"It's like I can't control it." She pressed her face into Paul's chest. "I wish my mom was here."
"Me, too." Paul pressed his cheek into the top of her head.
At Forks police department Charlie sat at his desk looking at pictures of the latest victim that was found by a hiker. He already knew who the murderer is. He was at a loss as to how he could stop Edward from killing anymore innocent people.
He knew he could count on the wolf pack to help him. Most of all, he was thankful that his daughter didn't marry Edward. He had always felt like there was something off about that boy, but he trusted Bella's judgement. He had known Carlisle since the very first day that the Cullens moved to Forks. The others had come along in later years. Edward, on the other hand, showed up right when Bella started high school. It was near the end of her sophomore year that he started showing interest in her. Charlie wished that he knew then what would happen. Maybe he was too soft hearted and trusted too easily.
His town needed to be protected. The chaos that Edward was causing was definitely getting way out of hand. The chances of him catching Edward alone was slim to none. He was the only one at the department that knew what the Cullens are, so there was no way he could recruit any of his deputies to help him. The wolves were on his side, and any strategy they had planned, he would follow their lead.
A few weeks later Bella sat in the bathtub with the hot water from the shower beating down on her. She was exhausted even with all the help she has with the babies. She could fall asleep if she relaxed too much. She was thankful that her sister in-laws showed up and offered to care for the little tykes while she took advantage of their offer.
Paul had gone back to work after two weeks. Billy insisted that he stay home longer, but Bella said she would be fine. She was alone for the first few hours after Paul leaves for work until her mother in-law came to help her. It was a constant hustle and bustle. Thankfully there wasn't a shortage of baby help every day.
Esme and Carlisle had even come to visit. They were enamored with the babies just as much as the whole population of the reservation. Alice had called, as well. She congratulated the new parents and promised to get in touch with her as soon as they were state side. Emmett and Rosalie had sent their best, as well, and gushed over the pictures that Bella had texted them. They were more excited than the rest. Emmett wanted to be their uncle regardless of what anyone thought. In his eyes, Bella would always be his sister.
Before Emmett and Rosalie left Forks, Rosalie was beside herself. Bella didn't know it, but she was Rosalie's new best friend because she was staying human. That had been her wish for Bella. She hated that she was imprinted on by a wolf because of the hatred between the two species, so for Bella's sake, she would retract her fangs to save face. The babies, on the other hand, were going to be spoiled rotten from their aunt Rosie.
Edward paced back and forth. He couldn't make up his mind as to when he wanted to take Bella. He knew she had her babies because he'd seen her trying to breastfeed them. He watched her every day and it killed him to see that dog hang on her. She was Edwards, but he was stuck trying to plan. Bella's babies need her, and it plagued him viciously when he imagined taking her away from them. He wondered if he really did have a heart.
He didn't have anyone on his side. His family wasn't his family anymore. Bella was all the family he needed, but his plans were falling apart. He needed Alice, but she no longer wanted to be a part of his venture. The moment Bella was imprinted on, she could no longer see her future with any of the Cullens. When Alice answered her phone when Edward called her, she immediately told him No, and that he needed to stop what he was doing or he would end up dead for real. She wasn't ready to go back to Forks, but the trauma Edward was causing that town, she knew that her and Jasper needed to go back.
Emmett and Rosalie knew they needed to return, as well. Much like Alice, they weren't ready to go back. All of them feared that Edward had completely shut himself off. That was very dangerous for anyone that Edward set his sights on.
He needed to stop and relax for a little while. It had been weeks since he hunted. His resolve was weakening, and nourishment would help him think better. He decided to leave a present for Charlie whom he hated with a fiery passion. Killing him would only be a trophy in his demented vampire mind.
Charlie needed to go see his daughter and son in-law. The bodies were starting to pile up and he was afraid Edward was checking off his list along the way.
They were taunt killings. That was something that Charlie was 100% sure of, and he was 110% sure it was Edward. He wasn't sure if he should involve the other Cullens for help. No one was safe as long as Edward was still walking around freely. He needed to be gone from the world completely, and reassurance from his daughter and the Cullens was something he needed.
Later that evening, Paul walked through the front door of the home he shared with the love of his life. She had one of the girls attacked to her right breast and using her feet to move the bouncers in front of her that held the other two babies. Paul leaned over to kiss her. "Hi, Angel." He sat down and peered over at his tiny daughter. "How was your day?"
"I have literally felt like a cow today. I think Creed and Em are ganging up on me because Malia's been a complete Angel." Creed started fussing, so Paul leaned over and picked him up. "He just wants his daddy."
Paul was still over the moon about his family. His family is his world and protecting them was his number one priority. The situation with Edward was starting to worry him. Every time another body turns up, more worry is added. Edward was too fast for the wolves to get to him before he laid out another drained body to be found. The entire pack was helping the police department as much as they could. Charlie had told them that he wanted to enlist the help of the Cullens if they were willing. Paul agreed and hoped his Angel would agree, as well.
"His daddy is more than happy to meet his every need." Paul kissed Creed on both of his cheeks before he blew raspberries on his belly.
Bella laid her head on her husband's shoulder. "Are you on patrol tonight?"
With more wolves added to the pack, there were plenty of them to keep patrolling 24/7. There was no longer a treaty line since Carlisle and the tribal council came to a new understanding. Carlisle had fronted the money to provide video surveillance around the entire peninsula and paid a security team to watch the monitors. Two of the guards are vampires that have been long time friends of Carlisle's. He trusted them with his life and knew they cared for the human race. With their help, there were hopes of catching the serial killing vampire. Unfortunately for Edward he wasn't aware of the equipment that was set out to get him.
Paul kissed the top of Bella's head. "For a few hours then hopefully nothing for the next few days. I was hoping we could all go into Seattle for the day and maybe act like we're tourist."
"Just us?" Ember was done nursing and tried to sit up. They were growing faster than a normal baby of their age. They were nearly five months old and starting to crawl. They were already sitting up on their own and had four to five teeth each. Bella was half tempted to ween them from breastfeeding and try them on sippy cups. Her and Paul had a nonexistent sex life, and she was ready for that to change.
"Mom and the girls are coming if that's okay." Creed wanted his mother and was attempting to crawl over to her after she put Ember into her bouncy seat. He was ready to nurse, and Bella was ready for them to go to bed. It was one hour before their 8pm bedtime, and she was ready for some peace and quiet.
Bella smiled up at her husband. "Of course. We always need help where we can get it." She puckered her lips for a kiss and Paul gladly pressed his lips to hers. He prolonged their kiss until Creed started smacking his daddy to stop kissing his mommy. "Daddy's allowed to kiss mommy whenever he wants."
Paul's mind wondered as he thought about regaining access to his wife's breasts any time he wanted. She had given him one hand job and two blowjobs since the babies were born. He was more than ready to slide between his wife's legs and have his wicked way with her. "Daddy wished he could do whatever he wants to mommy whenever he wants." He felt himself begin to grow hard. He knew it was the wrong place and the wrong time to pop wood, but the slightest thought of sex with his wife in any way, took over both of his heads.
Bella gave Paul a pouty look just as she situated Creed on her lap. "I'm horny, too," she said. "I haven't had an orgasm since before the babies were born."
It was Paul's turn to pout. "I'm sorry, Angel." He kissed her one more time just as both girls started kicking their legs for attention. "I'm pretty sure we could slip away for some alone time while we're in Seattle."
Paul knew his wife was always up for a spontaneous romp, but having a quickie as their first time after having the babies was something she deserved better. "No," Bella said sadly. "It sucks that we'll probably have to plan a night just to have sex."
"Tonight," he said smiling and pointing at her. "They're starting to sleep through the night and they usually don't get up till 2 or 3 if they wake up."
Visions of a naked Paul began to flash in Bella's mind. "Okay." She smiled at him. "Then after tonight, any chance we get, we're taking it."
Thankfully, neither of them had to worry about birth control. When the babies were six weeks old, Bella had an IUD put in. Having more babies was definitely something to think about at a very later date. More like years if Bella could help it.
Paul bent over to kiss his wife, again. "You got that thing put in, right," he said against her mouth. "Because you know I feel more manly knowing I impregnated you."
Bella laughed. "No matter what you do, you're manly at anything you do and you're not even 21 yet."
It was like the babies had run a marathon. They could barely keep their eyes open after they had their baths. Ember had fallen asleep as Paul put her pajamas on. Creed had done the same as Bella dressed him. Malia was sleepy, as well, but she waited until she was curled up in her own bed before she closed her eyes.
Paul was washing his hands when Bella walked through the bathroom door pulling her shirt over her head. "If I didn't know any better, I'd think you drugged them." She pushed her pants and underwear down before looking up to see Paul watching her through the mirror. His eyes were smoldering with lust as he turned to admire his wife that had grown even more beautiful than the first day they met.
"Do you realize how fucking sexy you are?" He watched as Bella reached into the shower and turned the water on.
Before stepping under the water, Bella turned to look at Paul. "Do you know how fucking sexy your are?"
"You can't answer a question with a question." Paul pushed his boxer briefs down revealing his massive erection. "Right here is proof of how much you turn me on." He twisted his hips from side to side making his dick wave at his wife. "He's very happy to see you."
Bella looked down at her slightly droopy breasts. "Well, they can't stand up and salute, but they're happy to see you, too."
They laughed together before entering the shower. Bella went straight for the water and started soaking her hair. Paul stood in front of her and admired every move she was making. "Angel." He stepped closer to her. "Can I have you in the shower and as many more times as I want for the rest of the night?" He was serious. He was about to explode as he watched the water trickle over the tips of her nipples and down to her stomach.
"How do you want me in the shower? You have to remember that I'm a virgin." Bella turned and opened her eyes to see her husband stroking himself. Paul loved it when Bella role played with him. He loved it even more that he's the only one she's ever been with and will ever be. She stepped closer as she reached out to touch him.
Paul's blood began to race within his veins from the feel of her skin on his. "I'll take you how you want it the first time, but after that, I want you walking funny tomorrow."
With a slight push to Paul's chest, he took the hint that she wanted him to sit, and he did. His erection rested against his stomach as Bella stepped between his legs. "Do you have any idea how lucky I am?" She reached up to run her fingers through his hair. "I thank my lucky stars every day that we imprinted. We couldn't have crossed paths at a better time. I'm thankful that you were my first."
Paul couldn't resist from touching her. He used his middle finger to slip between the slick lips of her vagina. She was hot and very ready for him. "Angel, you and our babies are my life source." He slowly pushed his fingers into her opening. He knew he needed to be slow and easy.
Bella moved his hand away to straddle his legs. He leaned back far enough to watch as she gripped his erection and positioned his large, bulbous head at her entrance. She knew it was going to be a tight fit.
She tried to relax as she lowered herself down. There wasn't any pain, but the stretching sensation was very intense. "Easy, Angel. It feels like I'm ripping you open." His hands rested on her hips as she sank down on him. The further she went, pain began to edge its way in. As she started to move, it eased away into pure pleasure.
"Oh, God, I've missed this." Bella sped up her movements when she wrapped her arms around his neck to hold on better.
"Me, too, Angel." He held her tighter against him the faster she went. "You feel so damn good."
It wasn't long before Bella opened her eyes and looked at her husband. "I want you to cum inside me. I need to feel more of you."
"Oh, fuck, Angel, you're killing me." He was already on the edge the second he felt Bella's walls begin to restrict around him. He held her still as he released deep inside her. He pressed his face into the juncture of her neck and shoulder. "I love you."
Bella moved back enough to place her hands on her husband's face. "And I love you more and more every day." She pressed her lips to his and began to kiss him passionately.
Paul and Bella were still kissing as their orgasms ebbed away. They needed this connection for so many different reasons. "Angel." Paul moved his hands to push Bella's wet hair away from her face to look into her eyes. "You complete me."
Bella laughed so loud that she was sure it would wake the babies. "Fucking Jerry McGuire." She stood up, still laughing as she stepped under the spray of the shower. "You complete me." She mocked Paul's voice.
Paul began laughing, too. "What? I was being sincere." He couldn't keep from smiling because he loved the fact that he could always make Bella laugh or smile no matter the situation.
"Yeah, well, you're the wind beneath my wings." Bella chuckled more as she reached for the shampoo. "Or how about, "I love you. How many more times do I have to say it?"
That one threw Paul for a loop. He wasn't exactly sure which movie that was from. He didn't watch the romance movies as much as Bella did. "You got me on that one."
"It was Diane Court from Say Anything."
Paul helped his wife wash her hair then condition it. He then took his time washing every inch of her body. He wanted her, again; he wanted her all the time and planned to have her once more before their shower was over. As he leaned forward to place her bodywash back on the rack, he brushed against her breasts causing her to moan. That encouraged him to take one of her nipples between his lips. Within minutes he had lifted her, causing her to wrap her legs around him just as her back hit the shower wall.
An hour later while Paul was out patrolling, they were joking around and poking fun at each other. "Seriously, though bro when you gotta shit, you gotta shit." They were currently admitting to taking craps while they were in wolf form. "But you gotta make sure you take a dip in the river before going home. You have to make sure your ass is clean."
Paul laughed at his pack brothers. "Bella would make me sleep on the back porch if I came home smelling like shit."
"Bro, you have a shower in your back yard specially for that," Jake said. "Not all of us can afford something like that."
"Hey," Paul started, making sure the entire phased pack was listening. "All of you are welcome to use my shower instead of the river from now on. Just chip in for some soap now and then."
They were all quiet momentarily as they came across a scent, they hoped they never had to smell again. Another decomposing body, and they were hoping it was an animal.
Paul and Jake were beyond worried once they discovered who it was. Mike Newton lay in a mangled mess with his throat completely ripped out. His eyes were wide open, and his jaw was hanging down by small shreds of tendon. "B's gonna freak out, bro." Jake said to Paul. They were still in wolf form as Sam phased back to his human to call Charlie. Luckily, they were near an area that they kept spare clothes bagged and tied up a tree. Their phones were strapped, with elastic banding, to one of their ankles.
They knew not to touch the body and stood back as they waited for Charlie and his deputies to show up. When they arrived nearby, the wolves had heard them and phased to their human. Charlie was the only one aware of the wolves.
Charlie had approached his son in-law and God son as soon as he arrived. "Don't tell Bells yet. You know this will devastate her. Mike was a good, loyal friend."
"Charlie, do you think it's Edward?" Paul already knew that answer and so did the other wolves. They had smelled him all around the area.
When Charlie was about to answer, someone yelled, "Chief!"
He turned to see the medical examiner crouched down next to the body. "What's going on?"
"You need to see this." Charlie's face scrunched up wondering if he really wanted to look. "There's a message for you."
Everyone's ears perked up as he walked over to see what his message was. His stomach churned as bile rose to his throat. Written in sharpie across the chest of the body was his message.
"YOU'RE ON MY LIST C. SWAN."
He couldn't help it when he ran a few feet away to empty the contents of his stomach.
Edward was coming after him, too.
Thank you!
RTB
