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Post by Renee Dwyer on Oct 11, 2012 16:01:45 GMT -5
Renee tried her best to put her racing thoughts in the back of her mind. "Florida..its great.. the sunshines, Phil's doing well...Its good" Renee was stumbling yet remaining calm she tried to change the subject. "Bella, honey, tell me about Nessie" she smiled. Picking up little bits about what she had noticed and piecing the together, Bella kept looking at Edward before speaking to me, as if my own daughter doesn't know me. Forgetting to breathe and blink...Something was strange but Renee just couldn't place it.
Carlisle was watching the baseball game with Phil, I could hear them laughing and chattering away. At least he was happy well kind of. "Edward dear, would you mind getting me a drink please?" Renee asked politely giving her the chance to talk ti Bella alone. Reading her facial expressions Renee could tell that Bella was hiding something the question was what?
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Post by Bella Cullen on Oct 11, 2012 16:13:18 GMT -5
Her mother asked for something to drink, it was her way of getting her alone. Smiling as she thought about how to answer about Renesmee. She knew Edward was just in the next room and she could do this...she could. She was strong.
"Well, mom. Renesmee...I mean Nessie, sorry. She's really smart. Has many gifts and talents. She's a very special little girl and we fell in love with her."
She had a hard time lying to her mother, it wasn't as easy as it was with Charlie. But she had to do this...for her protection. Keeping the secret was a huge deal in this world, and Renee couldn't be in on it.
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Post by Renee Dwyer on Oct 11, 2012 16:22:57 GMT -5
"Renesmee...that's an interesting name, is that like Renee and Esme?" Renee had began questioning, the look of dread washed over Bella's face. The pieces were forming. "Bella, please I know I'm asking too much I just miss my daughter". Renee was starting to get a bit worked up "That's why I came all this way... to see you, as I haven't had much luck with technology" she let out a light laugh while looking at Bella. Renee wondered what was taking Edward so long or maybe that he was just giving her and Bella some space, she desperately needed her mind to stop.
"Anyway darling, How is married life? and University?" Renee had so many questions she wanted to ask but couldn't remember.
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Post by Edward Cullen on Oct 11, 2012 16:26:17 GMT -5
He could hear Renee's thoughts as she questioned her next move, thinking of various ways for her and Bella too be alone, when she had finally settled on her decision.
"Edward dear, would you mind getting me a drink please?"
He nodded and stood from the edge of the couch.
"Of course, anything in particular?"
She shook her head as he could hear her debating on what too do now that she and Bella were alone. He strode into the kitchen to where Carlisle and Esme were. Carlisle stood again and nodded to him.
"Bella?"
"She will be fine.....*he chuckled* Her mother would like sometime alone with Bella"
He then began to listen to every word that was spoken, listening and hanging onto every word that was said.
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Post by Bella Cullen on Oct 11, 2012 16:35:48 GMT -5
Bella nodded a little. "Yes...it is. You caught that didn't you." She was beginning to worry that she'd said too much. The name alone, and look of her face would provide enough to show that something was very off.
She took her mom's hand into hers, ignoring the fact that her hand was icy cold. "Mom, I know...I know you worry. But I'm fine."
Renee smiled and nodded as she began to make small talk. Married life? University?! "Married life....is so great. Esme and the family got us a small quiet cottage not far from here. For our little family." She cleared her throat and smiled, 'University? Oh right...'
Calmly and coolly, just like Edward often did-she lied. "We decided to take a year off, since Renesmee joined the family. Get things ready and such. I can always do online courses too." Trying to sound optimistic. Once she became a mother, college was the last thought in her mind.
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Post by Renee Dwyer on Oct 11, 2012 16:55:41 GMT -5
Renee smiled "Bella sweetheart, I'm glad that married life is great.. to be honest I didn't think it would work out for you being so young and I'm happy that it is working".
Renee shivered holding her daughters hand, her skin icy cold wasn't normal, something in the back of her mind was telling her it was wrong... was Bella sick? so many questions. "Bella, I would love to see this little cottage of yours that you call home sometime, sweetheart it sounds really nice" The reaction on Bella's face was it seemed relief some of her daughter was shining "It doesn't matter about university at the moment, yes there are plenty of online course for you and of course there is always Florida. Phil and I would be more than happy for you, Edward and...Nessie to come and stay". The smile was creeping getting slightly bigger.
"I wonder where Edward is?" Renee had yet again changed the subject trying to pressure Bella.
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Post by Bella Cullen on Oct 11, 2012 17:24:44 GMT -5
"I'd love to show it to you sometime." She smiled as she slowly let her mom's hand go, sensing Renee' thinking about everything.
Renee began to offer them to come to Florida. She knew she couldn't take Nessie from Jake, and Florida was way too bright to keep that secret. "Mom..I....that's really nice of you to offer. I will think about it....we just...well....I love it here." She hated to turn down the offer, but what was best for now was here.
Renee tilted her head slightly. "So what's the truth, Bella? Edward?" She motioned her head to the direction of Renesmee. "I mean, you don't think I'm a fool right? She has YOUR eyes Bella...or the ones you used to have. Renesmee? The merging of our names and shes only what? Nine? Ten? How would she get a name like that? Or why would you change it? Things aren't making sense Bella. I know you like a book, I can tell you're holding something back."
Just then Edward emerged with her glass of tea and handed it to her, then took a seat by Bella quietly on the arm of the sofa. She felt calmer now that he was near, and knew he'd heard every word. Alice said she'd find out, she'd know...but not the traditional vampire. "Mom...I....I'm different I know. I want to tell you I do, but I just....I can't. For everyone's safety, can't you just accept what is? Your a grandma, sorta...and she grows...really fast. She's VERY special, like I said. Can't we just.....ignore the changes? Know that I love you and I'm safe. Isn't that all you ever wanted for me?"
Challenging her mom was the best she could do. Renee thought it over and stood. Looking at Phil as she said, "Phil, are you ready?" Bella looked at Phil then back at her mom. "You...you're leaving? Just like that?!" Renee shook her head and sighed. "I just need time to think. I don't know what to make of it Bella. Does your father know??" Bella shook her head. "Need to know only...." Giving Bella another hug and kissing her cold forehead Renee turned to leave. "Just give me a day to process okay?" Watching as Phil and Renee made their exit, she sat down staring into space.
"She hates what I am, doesn't she? She knows..." Edward took her into his arms and reassured her that was not the case. She was confused and curious. "She wants to be there for you love." Bella pulled away slightly. "But Edward...She CAN'T know...they....they'll kill them." She felt like she would cry as she put her head to his chest and clutched his shirt. What happens now?!?
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