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Post by Esteban "DD" Harper on Jan 25, 2009 13:06:31 GMT -8
Esteban couldn't help but laugh at Edward's reaction. He handled it better than he'd expected, but still, he'd noticed the sudden stiffness from the ex-vampire, reacting just like any vampire would. His laughter dimmed and was replaced by a wide grin. Though, saying that, it was very unusual for Esteban not to be grinning. The ultimate optimist, he could find the good point in absolutely anything.
Alice and Bella. One and a half family members. Bella seemed like a nice enough girl, and Edward positively adored her. The look in his eyes when he gazed at her, his reaction to Esteban, his enthusiasm when she knocked on the door, all these things just gave him away. So, half a family member... for now.
From first impressions, Alice looked quite hyper, and the tiniest bit strange, but that was a good thing. If everyone was normal, life would be very boring. A slight obsession with clothes by the sounds of it, but everyone needs a hobby. He watched her bouncing on the balls of her feet, and was remained of a young child waiting to receive something. In this case, the object appeared to be Bella.
"Thank you Edward," he said, a trace of laughter still in his voice, as he noted Edward's change in tone. No offense to her or anything, but Bella really wasn't his type. And even if she was, he wouldn't dare go near her. Not only was Edward his friend, and it was morally wrong to steal from a friend, be it material possessions or relationships, but it wasn't very often you saw such devotion in someones eyes. Even if he hated the guy, he wouldn't threaten such a beautiful relationship.
Though of course, he had the power to destroy it with a single command. He blinked his blue eyes in unison with the thought. Again, he wasn't sure if the whole 'ability' thing would still work as a human, but it had been quite effective as a human. Just not as good. More about overall charm than a power.
He looked over at Alice, before back to Edward. So she was human too? "I don't suppose either of you have any theories about this do you?" He signalled to the three of them to show what he meant. "No matter how farfetched, I'd love to hear them."
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Post by Edward Cullen on Jan 25, 2009 13:23:09 GMT -8
Edward, stood beside Bella, and looked over to Esteban, he frowned or rather glowered slighlty, so he didn't have the abilty to read thoughts but he was an empath in human form, he knew all to well Esteban was winding him up, and joking around, yet currently Edward wasn't amused. "No." he said with a simple shrug, Vampires did have a tendancy to be territorial, and he hated to admit it, but Bella was his, was his territory, and he didn't much like any other's touchign her, male wise anyway, he had the same problem with Jacob Black. "No theroies yet, anyway, only the fact of a blue light before hand, is all the recollection I have of that transformation" he sated matter-of-factly.
He paused, hating the geuine hostilty, yet Esteban was still a possible threat even by the look of it and show of emotion he didn't find intrest in Bella he was still cautious, he exhaled slowly calming his sudden wave of emotions, human based which was also another down side, the small flicker of irritation, and acute feeling of jelousy, and the less liked one of, possession and over-protectiveness, yet that had always been his flaw, and Bella his only weakness when Vampire and now human, she was still his weakness as was, everything else for that matter, he pursed his lips pushing the string of emotions aside, he cleared his troat and spoke calmly "Are you sure I cannot get you anything? a drink, anything to eat, I was about to make myself lunch anyway" he stated, so much for the home alone plan he had in mind for today with he and Bella obviously it would have to be rain-checked.
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Post by alicec on Jan 25, 2009 14:08:01 GMT -8
Alice laughed at Edward’s comment…they were quiet funny when together. He was probably the closest one to Alice besides Jasper. Plus they always had a fun time teasing each other…Too bad she wasn’t a vampire anymore or she would have fun sneaking up on him out of no where. Plus when she was a vampire she was a fast little thing...For being so small she moved so swiftly as a vampire. But her power also helped her with that…seeing the future told her everything she ever wanted or needed to know. Edward and Alice were probably extremely funny to watch if you ever saw them bicker back and forth and tease each other. Besides Edward was the first person she always went to if she saw something in her visions. She rolled her eyes as he spoke about her getting him an outfit; “Oh you couldn’t just accept it? Besides you haven’t even seen it yet and I think it would look good on you no matter what sense of style you have. And if you cant find anywhere for it I will be glad to help you find a spot” She smirked and tilted her head to the side innocently then added; “But if you really don’t want it then I guess I’ll give it to Jasper since you both almost fit into the same clothes..” Though she had already bought Jasper something…But even if Edward didn’t want the outfit she would sneak it in his room somehow or find somewhere in his closet to put it. Of course she would find a way…and it was a good thing Edward couldn’t read her mind right now or he would be disagreeing with her sneaky little plan.
She watched Edward on how he reacted to the whole Esteban kissing Bella’s hand thing. He didn’t flip out which was a good thing but she knew he wasn’t too happy about it. She glanced at Bella noticing that she had the same curious look on her face as well. Edward was the jealous type but normally only when it got bad…not at something too simple like a small greeting like this. She knew Edward wouldn’t act on it unless Esteban was to do something way out there. Alice looked back over at Esteban….he seemed quit calm. Alice then realized he hadn’t met the other siblings. “Oh you haven’t met Rose, Emmett or Jasper yet have you?” She smiled; “Well Emmett is rather funny…Rose can be impatient and angry at times but is also nice too. And Jasper is friendly but sometimes quiet. You’ll meet them soon” She began to wish Jasper was here…She loved his company and having him with her.
She then heard him ask a question. Alice shook her head; “Well ever since I changed I still have my power to see the future. I’m not sure why but I’ll find out. Other than that I cant see a single thing about why we changed. It drives me crazy that I cant see anything and no matter how hard I try, all I get Is a bad headache.” Just thinking about it began to make her head ache. She lifted her hands then and placed her fingers on her temples then gently pushed. Her head aching a bit more…it bothered her so much to why she couldn’t see anything. She glanced over at Edward with a disappointing and upset look on her face. She wasn’t disappointed or upset with him though…she was upset with herself and why she couldn’t see anything.
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Post by Edward Cullen on Jan 26, 2009 11:48:02 GMT -8
He chuckled gently he truely did love Alice, she could now in human form possibly even pass as Innocent, and yes she was still so very loveable, infact he didn't really know anyone who didn't like Alice. other then Jessica Stanly, that was only becasue she didn't know Alice, "Alice, all that you give me, as nice as the offer is, You have an odd sense of fashion, and that not..quite me" he smiled lightly athough touched to some degree at Alice's considersation "But thank you anyway" he nodded to let her know he was greatful he then rolled his eyes "You always say that, theres been about one success in that degree" he chuckled. "Thanks, but no thanks Alice" he grinned, and then raised his eyebrow why did he have a feeling Alice was plotting "Don't you even dare" he warned, nicely. "Or I will burn your clothes" he grinned impishly. "As for giving it to Jasper i'm sure he'd like it" he lied slightly Jasper had ocassionaly complained for Alice wild and loud sense of colour.
Then he feel silent again, and simply watched, the exchange in conversation, his hand in his pockets casually, obviously he still wasn't happy but he had made an effort to forget it, he couldn't help but feel that way, it was in an odd sense scary, as they talked and as Alice mentioned about Emmett and Rosalie and everyone else pretty much, Edward silently slipped of into the kitchen where he flicked the kettle on, since being human, he had gathered and odd liking for coffee, it tasted nice, and gave him a very small caffine high, although he couldn't drink that much, or he felt ill, he got out a cup and spooned coffee into the mug and two sugars, he waited paiently for the kettle to boil, he could still here Alice's voice, her still unaturally hyper tone it was hard not to miss.
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Post by Bella Swan on Jan 26, 2009 12:08:39 GMT -8
Bella watched the conversation continue. A fight hadn't broken out yet, and Bella was thankful for that. But it was actually cute that Edward was so protective of her. She'd always love him more than anyone, but it was nice all the same.
She cast Alice a smile when she changed the subject. At least Esteban didn't seem to take offense, and he was acting like nothing had happened. Bella was into the conversation and almost didn't notice Edward step away and into the kitchen. After a moment, Bella discretely followed him. She walked to his side and looked up at him. "You okay?" she asked.
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Post by Edward Cullen on Jan 26, 2009 12:49:24 GMT -8
Edward, soon poured the boiling water into his mug ad added milk, as he listend absently, although not really paying attention, rinsing of his tea spoon, he dired it and put it away, then cupped the drink n both hands, he still asn't quite used to the sudden dramatic change in lifestyle, he sipped his coffee half expecting the taste of blood to greet his mouth, he lent back against the counter, blowing on his drink to cool it down again it was odd, but a nice change at the very least.
He looked up as he head Bella's voice, He nodded curtly however "Moderatly" he said simple, he really did have to relax, around others or, around others when Bella was near, it was dangerously reaching the point of obsession, and possesion, he could even see himself before long saying she was his, and picking fights with anyone who so much as looked at Bella he frowned, he didn't want that, he doubted Bella would like it either, he took another sip and silently mulled over his thoughts, it was a relife to have no one's but your own thoughts present in your mind, it made it all the much easier, yet harder to, were as he tended to dwell upon all tpes of things.
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Post by Esteban "DD" Harper on Jan 26, 2009 12:50:35 GMT -8
Esteban watched Edward carefully, a small frown creasing his forehead ever so slightly. Apparently Edward was slightly more protective of Bella than he'd anticipated. Eager to halt any kind of tension between them, he stepped back, lifting his hands up, palms outward in a gesture of surrender. He grinned, like he always did, but he wasn't exactly joking.
With so much going on at the moment, mainly the whole transformation thing, it would be good to stick together. Esteban was a loner by nature, he never stayed in one place for too long, unless there was a good reason to keep him there e.g. a newborn (cue Edward). But with something like this, it might not be a bad idea to stick around with a large, and very friendly coven.
He nodded at Alice. "True, I haven't met them, but I'd be very interested to meet them. I'll keep those descriptions in mind though," he said, grinning at her now. His interest peaked at the mention of her power, and he listened intently. "They stay?" he asked, inquisitively. "The powers I mean, we can still use them?"
He suddenly frowned. As far as he could tell, Edward's power didn't work. He didn't seem to be able to read thoughts like he used to. "Some of them," he corrected himself. "Some powers work, right?" So, would his work? His frown disappeared as suddenly as it had come, and he looked into Alice's eyes. "Which leaves the question, does mine work?" He flashed her a wild grin.
He was well aware the Cullens didn't know his ability, with the possible exception of Edward. It was extremely useful to tell a vampire to stand still and it would happen, even in the middle of a hunt. Even more useful when that vampire was a newborn. But Alice and Bella wouldn't know, so Alice was probably confused right now.
He would have to test it eventually, though probably not on the Cullens. Unless it was accidental. After doing something for 300 years, it tended to come naturally, without even having to think about doing it. Very useful when you're around people who need controlling, but not so good when you're with people who's free will you don't want to steal.
Again, he was reminded of the werewolves. The alpha's commands were very similar to his own ability, but with a few distinct changes. Esteban's was harder to use, in the sense you had to be close enough to be looking in his eyes. But his was probably more useful. Possibly. Once he'd caught your gaze, he could make you do anything without putting physical force on you, and without making you think about it. You'd just do it, so it wouldn't feel like you were being controlled. And his power worked on everyone, not just his 'pack'.
Worked. Past tense. He would definitely have to test it. His eyes shot back to Edward, who'd disappeared into the kitchen. The ex-vampire must feel vulnerable without his power. And strength, and speed, but everyone was like that. And being around Alice, who could still 'see' perfectly, would probably be very annoying. He wandered toward him, leaning back against the door-frame so he was half in the kitchen, half in the living room. This way, he could talk to both of them at the same time. Easy.
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Post by Bella Swan on Jan 26, 2009 13:08:21 GMT -8
Bella furrowed her brow. She followed Edward and stared at him. "Something's wrong," she said. Bella silently urged him to look at her. What had happened? Was he that defensive? Was he mad at her? Bella was confused now. What had suddenly gone wrong to get him so upset?
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Post by Edward Cullen on Jan 26, 2009 13:16:34 GMT -8
He shook his head "Nothing, i'm fine.." he said he was being ridiculus after all "I'm not quite used to other men kissing My girlfriend, even if it was in the form of greeting.." he sighed and shook his head taking another sip, he placed his cup down "I'm sorry.." he exhaled slowly "I'm making a fuss over soemthing that's hardly worth mentioning." he muttered more to himself, "I Shall try and stop it.." he stated, then silence followed for a moment , before he spoke "Are you sure you don't want anything to eat or drink?" he asked he himself was rooting through the fridge currently crouched down, he pulled out bred, butter and something that resembled chicken.
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Post by Bella Swan on Jan 26, 2009 13:31:38 GMT -8
Bella sighed. "Edward," she said, exasperated. When he stood up, she took the food from his hands and set it down on the counter. She turned to him and wrapped her arm around his neck. Bella looked into his eyes. "It's really okay. Don't worry about. You should know that I don't love anyone but you," she said with a slight shake of her head.
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Post by Edward Cullen on Jan 26, 2009 13:40:48 GMT -8
He shut the fridge door lightly with his foot, then Bella had already removed the food from his hands, he blinked surprised slightly, before he felt the familuar encycle of Bella's arms around his neck, he sighed, and wrapped his arms around her waist "I know, I know, and I love you, it's just that it won't stop others from trying there hand to get you, I'm not angry with you at all, You can't help the fact how utterly amazing you look" he added with a small tight smile, then shook his head slightly "I'm sorry, i'm being overprotective, and admittidly possesive, but I can't help it.." he admitted embrassed almost, he then raised his hands to her face softly and placed a gentle kiss on her forehead "I love you, and shall never stop fighting for you."
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Post by Esteban "DD" Harper on Jan 27, 2009 12:31:12 GMT -8
Esteban watched Edward and Bella again. It was impossible to deny that they were in love. They couldn't keep away from each other, and to think, Edward had put up with her scent day in day out for however long to just be with her. Such self control was near impossible for most vampires. The little newborn had changed so much since the last time Esteban had seen him.
It hurt to think that Edward thought of him as a threat to such a beautiful relationship. Esteban would never ruin something like this, and if he did he would instantly rectify it. Though Edward obviously wouldn't know that. Yet another reason he regretted leaving all those years ago. Some things were just more important though...
But he could empathize. Sort of. He knew that these human brains maximised emotions to somewhere where it was just stupid. Jealousy could easily become unmanagable after the slightest little thing, but he didn't want that to happen. Neither did Edward by the sound of it.
He stepped into the kitchen, giving his full attention to Edward. He carefully placed one foot behind the other, and bowed to his friend, ducking his head away at the same time, flourishing his arm behind him as he did so, making the whole thing that bit more dramatic. As he straightened up, he spoke to his friend, his tone relaxed and serious at the same time.
"Please Edward, don't think of me as a threat to your lovely Bella," he said, his eyes flickering between Bella and Edward as his words were directed at each of them. "As beautiful as she is, she's... not my type. No offense to you Bella, you are incredible in your own right, but I would never seperate you from Edward, even if I wanted to." He focused his gaze specifically on Edward as he spoke again. "Seriously, I would never even dream of getting between you and Bella. If you could read my thoughts you'd see that, but hopefully words will suffice for now."
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Post by Edward Cullen on Jan 27, 2009 12:46:05 GMT -8
Edward slowly untangled his arms from around Bella, keeping a hand on her lower back he reguarded Esteban as he came in, with his lips slightly pursed he evaluated his words, and actions of course Edward new he was very much over-reacting, he blew out a breath slowly. "No. It's not your fault Esteban." he begun raising a hand polietly as if to stop him it was all rather tractional and still old fashioned, Edward inclined his head briefly, he wasn't one for full bows, "It is I whom is to blame, I over-reacted, and it's rather pathetic of me, I accept and acknowledge your tradition of greeting, although it had not occured to me before, you took me by.." he paused "surprise to say the least, I'm not..quite used to other males touching Bella, and as you know we as Vampires are territorial and often possesive of what we have, and it is I who is at fault, Bella is not my property, and nor should I treat her like it, so Allow me to aplogise to you, for my brief hostility." he inclined his head again.
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Post by Esteban "DD" Harper on Jan 29, 2009 12:43:24 GMT -8
Esteban grinned, his posture relaxing once he was sure Edward was alright again. He still looked tense, but at least he wasn't angry anymore. Well, he didn't look it. Goodness knows what these humans do with emotions. They probably kept them forever, they always seemed to be nearby. And an emotion could just overwhelm you: before you knew what you were doing, you were in tears, or shouting at someone who you'd never normally get angry with.
"I understand Edward, and really, there is no need to apologize. I would have reacted exactly the same in your position, I should have thought about how I greeted her before hand," he said, running a hand back through his hair, but still grinning. It was true Edward still looked stressed, and Esty couldn't resist trying to help him.
Unless you knew Esteban really well, you wouldn't notice the slight changes in his next dialog. The way he locked his eyes with Edwards, the way his head tilted back by a fraction of a centimeter so the kitchen light danced off his eyes like fire, and the way his voice took on a slightly different tone, so his words sounded like an order, as well as a friendly comment.
"Relax Edward," he said, his eyes glittering as the light danced off them. This may or may not work. Alice could see the future, but Edward couldn't read minds. An example of both ways this could swing. Instinctively, he'd done exactly the same things he would do if he was a vampire and his power definitely worked.
If it worked, Edward would literally do as he'd said. His body would just relax, like if Jasper had used his own ability to calm him. It was a physical thing rather than mental. Of course, that wouldn't matter if it didn't work.
He was intrigued though. What decided whether you kept it or not? Did it depend on how long you'd been using it? Was three hundred odd years long enough to make it permanent? Or was it to do with what you could do as a human? If that was true, it would probably half work. Not as forceful or constant as his ability was as a vampire, but he could still probably convince you with words. He would be interested to see the outcome of this.
If it didn't work, if his power had indeed gone with his vampirism, then Edward wouldn't even be aware he'd tried it, he'd got it off to an art after centuries of using it.
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Post by Edward Cullen on Jan 29, 2009 12:56:48 GMT -8
"Hm, Perhaps, Yet I am perhaps to over protective, and I acknowledge that fact, the others have even pointed it out so has Bella on the odd ocassion, But I do try to be more leanent, Old habits die hard would you not agree?" he questioned for a moment studying Esteban, he frowned briefly the sudden movement was odd, and one of which Edward vaguly recalled, mentally as if he had done as a Vampire he threw up his defenses as such, always remain aware and cautious.
As if in comfirmation, Edward recongnised the tone slighltly the look the posture, what talents he had as a vague empath was vastly helpful, his body twitched barely noticiable as if wanting to obey, his muscles spasmed too, yet screamed in revolution and frustration as to not doing what they were told, Edward met Estebans gaze measured "I'd Appriciate it, if you did not use it." he stated he had once been inflicted when a new born the same talent had been used or Edward had picked the thought of it up from Esteban "Nice to know it still works" he stated his tone somber.
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