I had a chance to spend some one on one time with Baylor. Edward also had his chance. Not surprisingly, we have different opinions on him. Maybe it's my eternal optimism, but I really like Baylor. He seems genuine, interestingly complex, and quite gentle.
Edward questions his motives, of course. When Edward is unable to read someones thoughts, he becomes intrigued, yet annoyed. He isn't used to having to work to understand people. It's not that Edward thinks Baylor is bad, he is just being cautious.
When Baylor and I spent time together, he told me all about his mother, how he was turned and the human memories he manages to recall from his past. I didn't have the heart to tell him I already knew about his mother and how he was turned, from Edward, through Carlisle's thoughts. So I listened to his story, again. He was very friendly, and seems sincere. I told him my story, and of course couldn't help but talk about Edward, my love. I even explained Renesmee to him. It took some convincing, but I think he finally understands. He had never heard of a half human half vampire. Now he has, though.
Nessie seems to like Baylor a lot, too. She showed him her thoughts. They were of her and Jacob, of course. This brought up some questions I wasn't ready to answer.
"Who is this boy she is showing me, Bella?"
Oh boy. I wasn't quite sure how to get him to understand this part.
I began to tell him about the Volturi, and their attempt to attack us, and kill Nessie. From there, I explained that prior to me becoming a vampire, I had a good friend, who I loved dearly, named Jacob. I explained how Jacob helped me when Edward left, then just came out with it. "Jacob... is a wolf".
His expression was actually calm, almost knowing. One of his eyebrows raised out of interest, so I continued, feeling more confident this time. I explained to Baylor that Jacob has imprinted on Renesmee, and what that will entail. He asked a few questions, but didn't seem shocked. I thought about it for a moment, and realized that after everything he has been through, realistically, nothing should shock him anymore. I mean, his mother got turned into a vampire, who then turned him into a vampire. Really, I think he's used to all things "odd".
I was really happy to have the chance to spend time with Baylor. He is part of our family now, after all. Emmett and Rosalie are going to take him hunting tomorrow, and get acquainted. Emmett should show him an interesting time. He has a way with opening people up and making them feel like family, almost instantly.
For tonight, Edward and I are going to be spending the night alone. Nessie is actually with Sue, at Charlie's house. Sue said she thinks Nessie is contributing to Charlie's healing process greatly, and wanted to have her there, to keep Charlie smiling. He adores Renesmee.
I am off to spend all night long talking, laughing and nestling into Edward. Sometimes I feel like so much is going on that we forget to take time for ourselves. He is my world, and I am so gratified to have found him. Everything between us still feels new and exciting. Edward does something everyday that makes me fall more in love with him. Right now, he's looking at me with with the most mesmerising look on his face. His eyes are a golden butterscotch, and his grin is lovingly turned up on the right side. I'm going to go now, have some fun with my love.
Write again soon.
-Bella
