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In Public, I Call Her Sister – chapter 28

August 12, 2011 / / 0 Comments
Lloyd’s gone for the day by the time I arrive, something I’m thankful for. Vera hugs me, holding on for longer than would be deemed proper. Longer, indeed, than she has in a while.

I realize just how much I’ve missed her. Before I can stop myself, I kiss her lightly on the neck – the door’s still open, something Vera’s quick to remind me of.

Stepping away quickly, I blush, stammering an apology. Closing the door, she shushes me, her fingers brushing my cheek as she smiles.

Her eyes tell me what her words cannot.

She misses me too.
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In Public, I Call Her Sister – chapter 27

August 11, 2011 / / 0 Comments

Exhausted. Completely and utterly exhausted. Between my parents and Royce, they have paraded me around, or had me so busy attending to the details of the wedding, that I’ve had no time to myself, let alone a chance to visit Vera and little Henry for three solid weeks.

When Mother enters my room, insisting on going over yet another wedding detail, I put my foot down, insisting I be allowed to visit my best friend. “Tomorrow, Mother, I promise. We have a whole week yet.”

Finally she relents and lets me get dressed to go to Vera’s for the day.

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In Public, I Call Her Sister – chapter 26

August 10, 2011 / / 0 Comments
Royce insists on spending more time together, being seen together. Whenever he isn’t working at the bank, that is. My parents are in agreement with him, claiming it’s important to be seen so that everyone will wish to attend the grand affair that is to be my wedding day.

I miss Vera terribly, wanting nothing more than to visit with her and little Henry, though whenever I manage to sneak in a few minutes with her, I try to avoid being around Lloyd.

Why, exactly, I’m not sure, but I have a nagging feeling I can’t quite rid myself of.
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In Public, I Call Her Sister – chapter 25

August 9, 2011 / / 0 Comments
I stay with her another day at their request, as Lloyd cannot afford time from his job and they have no help. I stay, even though I know it’ll upset Royce’s plans.

I find that I don’t care. Vera needs me more and will always come first.

The day is spent cleaning her house and tending to mother and child when needed. Vera’s asleep most of the time. More than once I sneak into her room to watch over her. I even dare to caress her like I used to, once upon a time.

She wakes with a sleepy smile.
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In Public, I Call Her Sister – chapter 24

August 8, 2011 / / 0 Comments
“It’s a boy! Oh, Vera, it’s a boy,” I laugh and cry as I take the screaming infant from the midwife.

Turning to Vera, I smile brightly at her. She’s exhausted, her cheeks streaked with tears, but she’s smiling too.

Leaning forward, I gently place her son on her chest, staying close enough to help if she needs it. I’m worried for her; she looks so very weak right now.

Lloyd is allowed in and he’s instantly at her side, beaming with pride.

The joy in her voice is unmistakable as she whispers, “Welcome to the world, Henry Lloyd Roche.”

Finally

August 7, 2011 / / 0 Comments
Title: Finally
Rating: PG-13
Characters: Carlisle and Edward
Word Count: 1013
Tags: slash, ah,

Prompt: I’m so glad the house is finally getting updated and remodeled but I did not expect the hot, hunky contractor that the construction company sent. Thank God he’s almost done and out of my hair. It’s been a long, hot, torturous summer for me, watching him work, seeing him every day. He has no idea how I lust after him…or does he??? 🙂

Warnings: n/a
Summary: Having watched his very sexy contractor at work all summer, Carlisle’s both happy and sad that his house is all fixed up. Will wrapping up the last odds and ends mean relief, or…?
Disclaimer: All Twilight characters belong to Stephenie Meyer, Little, Brown, et. al. No profit was made and no copyright infringement is intended.
Artist’s/Author’s Note: Many thanks and much love as always to my beta.
Part of me is glad that it’s almost done – that today is the last day and he’s doing a final check. The house has needed to be repaired for so long, and I never really had the time or money to get it taken care of – until this year. Don’t get me wrong, I’m sad that my uncle passed away, but the inheritance could not have gotten here at a better time. Sounds horrible, I know, but such is life.

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Change in Plans

August 7, 2011 / / 0 Comments

Title: Change in Plans

Rating: PG-13
Characters: Jasper and Edward
Word Count: 4470
Tags: slash, ah, Jasper/Edward,
Prompt: This summer was supposed to be the best: I’d graduated high school. Three weeks traveling through Europe with my best friend. Spend the next several weeks getting a tan on a beach somewhere.
Where do I end up? ER, followed by weeks of being stuck eating horrible hospital food and seeing nothing but godawful soaps on a barely functioning TV.It can’t get any worse.

Or can it?

Summary: Everything was set. Flights and hotels booked. Plans were made. And then everything changed, all because of an accident. How can a ruined summer possibly turn out to be the best one yet?
Disclaimer: All Twilight characters belong to Stephenie Meyer, Little, Brown, et. al. No profit was made and no copyright infringement is intended.

“Bella, would you stop already? It wasn’t your fault!” I pseudo-grumbled at her as she sat on the edge of my bed, wringing her hands – again.

That was only half a lie, really. It was because she’d hit me with her car that I’d landed in the hospital with a broken leg – broken to the point where they’d had to put pins in to put it back together again. I tried not to wince at the thought of all of that. Continue reading

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In Public, I Call Her Sister – chapter 23

August 7, 2011 / / 0 Comments

Royce frowns at me, not understanding. “Why, Rose? We’re supposed to go to the gala tonight.”

I sigh, placing my hand on his arm in hope of placating him. “I’m sorry, sweetheart. Vera needs me. She’s in labor. I cannot abandon her now.”

His eyes search mine intently. I can tell he’s far from pleased. He’d purchased a beautiful gown just for the occasion, so he could show off his bride-to-be.

“Please, Royce. She’s my best friend.”

After a too long silence, he nods his consent, albeit reluctantly.

Kissing his cheek, I whisper, “Thank you.”

I wonder if he suspects.

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In Public, I Call Her Sister – chapter 22

August 6, 2011 / / 0 Comments

Mother’s fussing with my hair, blathering on and on about how happy she is for me. How good life will be for me as Royce’s wife.

She coos about the ring Royce gave me when he asked me to marry him.

Fawns over all the things we’ll need to do in time for the wedding. Get the dress. The flowers. Who to invite, where to place them.

I let it all wash over me, not quite able to match her enthusiasm.

I know marrying Royce will make a good match.

It’ll make my parents very happy.

But what about me?

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In Public, I Call Her Sister – chapter 21

August 5, 2011 / / 0 Comments

As things with Royce progress, I struggle to allow myself to simply enjoy what attention he gives me, pushing aside my feelings for Vera.

I become more aloof, stand-offish, and generally begin acting even more the spoiled child than I ever have before.

Vera is due any day now. Lloyd’s doting on her, even asking me for any guidance I can offer to make her feel better during these last few weeks.

I lash out more. I know people call me a snob – conceited. Selfish.

But I’m not.

In truth, I am heartbroken.

And I can tell no one.

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