The rest of the pack flowed out of the small house leaving the four of us in complete silence. We stood like that for a long time; I couldn’t take my eyes off of my son. I knew that what I said here today would probably tear my family apart; if not that it would in the least greatly change the dynamic of it. “May we take a seat Jacob?” I finally said, breaking the silence. Jacob just grunted and sat down in an arm chair, gesturing for the rest of us to follow suit. Edward and I sat on the couch and I was hoping that Andrew would sit with us but he chose the other single arm chair. He made it clear he didn’t know where he stood at the moment.

“Andrew, what do you know?” Edward asked in his calming voice, the same way that he had talked to Andrew when he came home from school upset because kids were making fun of him for having such young parents. I felt like there was a lump in my throat chocking me.

“Well I know that I am a werewolf, and I always knew that you were not my real dad even though you and mom never said anything, and I guess I have a really good idea on who my biological father is, but what I don’t know is why am I just finding this out. Why didn’t you guys tell me before? I mean come on guys this is so uncool”

I couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow at the way Andrew ended his little tirade. Even when faced with a life altering situation my Andrew still seemed to act like his uncle Emmett, I had to make a mental note that if I didn’t totally loose Andrew today then to try and make Andrew hang out with Jasper more often.

“I realize that this may seem very uncool “Edward said with a slight smirk, he must be thinking what I was thinking. “But you have to realize that your mother and I never knew if you would turn into a werewolf. The only other werewolves that we knew are the ones you met today. Our understanding was that they turned into werewolves because they came into contact with vampires. Sense you grew up with us and never showed any real signs of changing we didn’t want to scare you with what ifs.”

“We are sorry Andrew” I said trying to beg him with my eyes to understand that we loved him and never meant to hurt him. “Maybe we should have told you, maybe we should have been honest from the beginning, but you have to realize that your dad” and I watched for Andrew’s reaction but he kept his face clear of emotions “and I were new to this whole parenting thing and really didn’t know how to handle this situation. If we could go back and do it again I still don’t know how we would have handled this.”

“That’s a great speech Bella but I think there is another issue that needs to be addressed” Jake said snidely. I wanted to slap him. I knew that this involved him, that we would have to address the issue he was insinuating towards, but I also wanted to scream at him that we would not be in this mess if he had never left, that this was more his fault then mine.

“I really don’t think we have to answer any of your questions” Edward growled out “we have been nice enough for you to be involved in this conversation this far. We will be answering Andrew’s questions only as Bella owes you nothing.”

“I don’t know where you get off being…” Jake yelled as he jumped to his feet like he was going to attack Edward. He was shaking all over and I was afraid he might turn right then and there with Andrew in the room.

“Hey stop it you guys” Andrew yelled as he jumped in-between them. Edward must have had the same idea as I about Jake turning with Andrew around because he instantly grabbed Andrew and put him protectively behind him. Andrew jumping in-between them had snapped Jake out of his fit though. He calmed almost instantly, taking long deep breaths. I had to admit that his self control had greatly increased sense I had last seen him. “I think Mr. Black has a good point dad, we do need to discuss that issue” Andrew said softly, placing a hand on Edward. Edward seemed to relax a little but he still positioned himself protectively in-between Jake and Andrew and I. “I realize that dad is not my dad and I am guessing by your actions that Mr. Black is so it would be great if you guys could start at the beginning.”

I grabbed Andrew’s hand and was relieved when he didn’t pull away. I sat down on the couch again and pulled Andrew next to me. I gave Edward and Jake a pleading look and they both grudgingly retook their seats.

“You know how I met Edward, we have told you that story a million times.” I said giving Andrew a little wink. When he was little Andrew’s favorite bedtime story was about how Edward and I had met and fallen in love. “What we didn’t tell you is about when Edward left me.” At this Andrew whipped around to stare at Edward in disbelief; I continued on fast though so Andrew would not have time to question him.

“You know how your dad is, always over protective. On my 18th birthday Edward and Alice demanded that they give me a party at their house. In the middle of the party there was a little accident, I started to bleed a little and it turned into a lot. Uncle Jasper was not able to control himself and tried to attack me. Luckily the situation was able to be taken under control, but the real damage was done. Edward was too afraid that he put me in too much danger, so he left. He made the rest of the family leave so in his thoughts I would be safe.

“After Edward left I was a mess. I really don’t remember much about those months. I must have really scared your Grandpa Charley. I found that if I was in life threatening situations I could hear Edwards voice telling me how much of an idiot I was and to stay safe. I was already somewhat of friends with Jacob, and he helped me rebuild a bike, along with helping me get into a ton of other trouble. Over time Jacob became my best friend. I spent all of my free time here at La Push. When Jake first turned into a where wolf he left me to and I felt completely alone again. You see he couldn’t tell me about his little problem, but after a little probing on his part I figured it out” I went on to tell him about how Alice had had a vision of me dying and us going to rescue Edward. I explained about Victoria and her newborns and how the werewolves and us Cullens had banned together to fight them off. Throughout the whole thing Andrew stayed quite, letting me tell my story.

‘After the battle I had to choose. I had to choose between Edward and Jake. I loved them both but in very different ways. I would have given anything to spend an eternity with Edward, and I think if he had offered to change me that day after the battle I would have let him, and I would have spent the rest of my days happy. The problem was that I didn’t know if he would ever turn me. He said he would and then would always find a way to get out of it. I felt that if I had to grow old then I wanted to do it with someone else. If I was going to have to live a human life then I wanted all of it. I wanted the home and the neighbors and friends, I wanted children. So I chose Jake. I was happy, I really was, but one morning it all came crashing down again. Jacob no longer wanted me. I was angry this time. I was angry that I had trusted him, that I had been left again, and that I had chosen the wrong man.

“But that all changed the day I found out I was pregnant with you. I knew that I had chose Jake so I would have that chance at a family. I didn’t matter if no longer wanted anything to do with me, I had you. The day I was going to tell Grandpa Charlie Edward showed up. Alice had seen a vision of me with you and new that I needed Edward. Edward and I told Grandpa Charlie together. I told him that Jake was the father but that I didn’t want him to know because I would not force him into anything. I think your Grandpa wanted to grab his gun and come to La Push and shoot Jake.”

“But we convinced him not to” Edward cut in. “Your mom desperately didn’t want Jake to know and your Grandpa understood. I convinced your Grandpa that my family and I wanted to help. Even if Bella did not want to be with me we all still loved her. Your Grandpa Charlie decided it was time to move. At that time out family was living in upstate New York and Charlie was convinced to move there. Before you were born your mom agreed to marry me. We actually got married only 2 days before you were born. As you know Carlisle was the one who delivered you, and both Charlie and I were in the room. Unfortunately there were complications during labor and your mom started to bleed internally. You were so perfect when you were born, and when I held you up for Bella to see you I noticed she was fading fast. I looked into your eyes and knew I could not let you grow up without your mother. Rosalie took you out of the room and I turned to Charlie and explained everything to him quickly. He didn’t believe me at first, and I don’t blame him. I told him and Bella that I was sorry. When I bit your mom Charlie started to freak out and rightly so. During your mothers transformation I was able to convince Grandpa Charlie of the truth. He took you home and Rosalie went with to help. The first couple years were hard. I stayed with you during the day and Rosalie and Charlie stayed with you at night. During the nights I was with Bella telling her all about you.”

“You have no idea how much it hurt me to not be able to hold you when you were so young” I said giving his hand a squeeze. “You had had such an eventful first few years that all we wanted to do was give you the most normal life we could. When you didn’t show any signs of turning we didn’t want to mention anything.”

After Edward and I finished telling our story we sat their anxiously waiting for Andrew’s reaction. “May I go outside for a walk?” Andrew asked not really looking at either Edward or me.

“Ok course” I said softly. I knew that it would take a while for him to digest all of this. The last thing I wanted to do was rush him. Edward and I had taken our time in telling him the truth the least we could do was give into his time table.

“Stick to the beaches, you never know what is in the forest” Edward called after him as he walked out the door but Andrew gave no response to if he heard.

I turned slowly around to face Jacob. His face was full of confusion, anger, but most of all hurt. I wanted to ask if he was ok, but he had never asked if I was ok. He had left without a single glance behind. I wondered if he had found someone else, if he was now married with other children, if he would have to explain Andrew to anyone.

“Why Bella, why didn’t you tell me. Why did you run away?” He said in a venomous tone.

“I don’t think she has to explain anything to you of all people. We will wait for our son outside and when he comes back we will leave you alone. I am sorry for the intrusion.” Edward stated in a cold tone that even made me cringe. He grabbed my hand and started to lead me to the door.

“He is not your son bloodsucker” Jake hissed.

“And you think he is yours.” Edward growled back “Because I don’t ever remember you being around. I don’t remember you there for his first day of school, or being called in for fighting, or kissing his scraped knees. I don’t remember him coming to you for girl advice, or him asking you to teach him to drive. If I remember correctly it was I that was there.”

“Edward Please” I needed him to calm down. Depending on what Andrew decided we could have to spend the rest of eternity with Jacob in our lives. I didn’t need that time spent with Edward and Jacob fighting.

“You are right, I am sorry Bella” Edward responded in his most resigned and gentlemanly tone. “I am sorry Jacob. I realized that this must come as a shock to you, but you must understand that I just want what is best for him.”

“And you think that is you” Jacob sneered.

I could feel Edward tense up next to me, I grabbed his arm and forced him to look at me “Why don’t you go outside and wait for Andrew.”

“Bella no, that would be to dangerous.” Edward said looking at me as if I was crazy.

“Please Edward, I will be ok. I am no longer breakable, and Jake isn’t going to do anything, are you Jake?”

“I would never hurt you Bella” Jake said quietly. This only caused a very unlady like snort.

“Just go outside, I will be fine, and I think it would be best if Jake and I talked alone.” I stood up on my tip toes and whispered in his ear so only he could hear. “I love you Edward, and I know Andrew will always see you as his dad, but I don’t need any fights. We will always choose you.” I felt him nod his head ok and I kissed him lightly on the cheek. Edward walked outside but I knew he would not go far. He would be monitoring all of Jakes thoughts.

“Bella I think I am owed an explanation” Jake said as soon as I turned around.

“No Jake I think you owe me one.”