Dating a Charmed One (Rewritten)

Chapter 21

The doorbell rang and I frowned at Wyatt since he was sitting beside me in the conservatory.

"Since when does anyone in this family ring the doorbell to come into the Manor?" I asked him and he chuckled before shaking his head.

"You don't need to ring the doorbell, you're family too so just walk in" I heard Aunt Phoebe reassure which made me laugh as Wyatt's face brightened and I guessed the person who'd rang the doorbell was actually Amy and not a Halliwell. I laughed at Wyatt and nodded for him to go to his girlfriend as I focused back on finishing my Calculus homework. I'd gotten a little behind on my Calculus work over the week because I was struggling to wrap my head around it, especially after everything that had happened with Chris. Wyatt had decided to do his homework as well and so we were helping each other.

"Hey Lila" Amy chirped and I waved at her as I finished the calculation I was doing before breathing a sigh of relief and slamming my textbook shut in happiness before stretching. My friend laughed at me and I grinned at her.

"I'm so glad I've finished my Calculus work. Wyatt, can you take it in for me tomorrow please?" Wyatt smiled and nodded where he was stood next to Amy, his arm wrapped around her shoulders and I blinked, suddenly aware of the many energies around the Manor. Wyatt laughed at my confusion.

"Everyone just arrived with Amy" Wyatt stated and I nodded in understanding before he hurried over and packed his school things away while I did the same. At least no one would accidentally damage our school work if it was put away safely, especially since the entire Halliwell family was here for the family dinner today.

"I'm gonna go and help mom" I stated, getting to my feet and my two loved ones nodded as I made my way through the doorway by the dining table and headed to the kitchen, aware of Wyatt and Amy getting comfortable in the conservatory.

"Lila-Rose!" a familiar voice greeted as I walked into the kitchen and I blinked before staring at the man who was sat with Piper and her sisters. Leo was nowhere to be found. I grinned at the man sitting at the table.

"Hey Nigel! Did you come to enjoy mom's cooking today?" I asked him and he grinned before nodding.

"You know that I can't say no to Piper's cooking" he replied cheekily and I laughed at him before walking over and hugging him tightly.

"Have you seen Amy?" Nigel asked and I nodded as I kept my arm around his neck and leaned against his side. Piper, Aunt Paige and Aunt Phoebe watched us from where they were stood around the counter.

"Yeah, I left her with Wyatt in the conservatory." Nigel nodded at this and I squeezed him again before walking over to the sisters.

"Do you need help?" Piper grinned at me and nodded.

"Sure. I'm always grateful for an extra pair of hands on days like this. Nothing needs doing just yet though but I'll call you when I need you?" I smiled and nodded in return, happy for Piper to call me when she needed me.

"Actually, I'm glad you're all here. I was hoping to speak to you?"

"Sure, what's on your mind?" Aunt Paige asked and I settled myself on one of the stools, my back to Nigel as I looked at the sisters.

"Well, actually, I didn't have chance to talk to you after what happened on Friday" I began and the three women all nodded, urging me to continue.

"It's about my mom." The three of them all smiled sadly and Piper paled a little.

I watched as they each took a seat on a stool and made themselves comfortable so that they could listen and so I could have their full attention.

"Well, like I told you she can't cross over again. I'm not sure if it's a little like your mom? I know that your mom was allowed to fully materialise for your wedding, mom, because the Elders gave her permission to and then a few times afterwards. Anyway, I'm not sure if my mom would be able to come here with the Elders' permission or if the elements are the ones completely in charge of the spirits allowed to materialise." They all nodded and I smiled.