A Witch Thing

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Jasper unloaded Elizabet from the car, his hand on the small of her back as he gently lead her into the house, the family coming out to greet them, with the exception of Bella and Edward.

Freya was walking beside them, seemingly unphased by everything going on. Celene came forward with Camille on her shoulder.

"Elizabet, Freya," she said, hurrying over. She had to check up on Freya. She hugged her leader and gave Jasper a once over before turning to Freya.

She picked up the fox and asked, "How are you feeling?"

Freya yawned and looked at Celene. She chuckled and told her, "Alright, come with me. I'll have a look at you."

She gave Elizabet another hug before going to take care of the familiar, Levi following after to offer creature advice. She passed by Charlie and it was then when Elizabet realized Seth was there.

She greeted him kindly, "Hello, Seth." Charlie wiggled out of Seth's arms and ran toward her. She threw her arms around Elizabet in a happy hug. Jasper did not stop her.

"Elizabet!" She exclaimed. Elizabet laughed, putting a hand around her. "Hey, Charlie... Did you get bigger?"

She pulled away and smiled, a hint of pride in her look. "Yep!"

Elizabet looked at her coven for an explanation. Eileen gave her a look to tell her that she would explain later. That was good enough for her.

Carlisle headed over with Mariah by his side. Since she was a healer witch, she knew a little about pregnancy. She could help a little.

"How are you feeling?" Carlisle asked as he softly hugged Elizabet.

Elizabet shrugged, "Uh, pregnant." She didn't feel all that different. It's not like she was dying or in grave danger.

And if she was, she didn't feel a thing.

Carlisle nodded, "Good enough." Esme came over and walked her with Mariah. "Let's get you situated inside."

The others followed after them, with the exception of Carlisle, Jasper, and Eileen, too worried about her. It was just a baby. What would happen?

Jasper hurriedly asked, "What's going on? How is this possible?"

Carlisle sighed as he tried to find an answer, "I'm afraid I don't know. Elizabet is a witch, so this pregnancy might lower my ability to help." He turned to Eileen, "Did you know this could happen?"

She shook her head, "This has never happened in the history of witches. If it had, we would know about it... Whatever happens...it's a first. I wish I could be of more help, but I have no idea what will happen." Ella mewed softly, sensing her concern. Eileen pet her, reassuring the cat and herself.

Jasper didn't like that answer. Before he could say anything, Elizabet called from the house, "Jasper?"

He looked over at the house from where her voice came from. He wanted to continue talking with Carlisle and Eileen, but he couldn't resist her call. It was as if she was some sort of magnet.

He looked at the two and walked away, going to Elizabet.

Carlisle sighed when he was out of earshot, "Are you sure there's nothing about this? Any information could help."

Eileen nodded, "I can try to use magic, find any information about it. I could speak with the ancestors, see if they have any insight about it."

Carlisle nodded, "Okay. Thank you for your help, Eileen." She nodded and walked away with Ella, headed toward the house.