Drunken Consequences: Alternate Version
Disclaimer: Do not own Twilight or any of its wonderful characters, not even Carlisle…sigh.
Warning: contains non-sexual spanking and some bad language.
A/N: (PLEASE READ!): Hey all! After writing several stories, I have found myself dissatisfied with my first story, Drunken Consequences, specifically with my portrayal of Carlisle. I feel he was too strict at times, especially with it being Bella's first ever spanking and their relationship still being so new. I originally was only going to add little bits here and there, but as I got writing I found myself getting rid of whole chapters and writing them from scratch. I know re-writes never go over well, but PLEASE give this a chance. It's a good deal different from the original, and I hope you enjoy this as much if not more than you did version one! ENJOY!
Alright, so I've taken the first three chapters of the original and put them all together into the first chapter of this story. They are the only chapters that were only edited rather than deleted, and are relatively the same as the original although there are changes towards the end, especially with the party scene.
Prologue:
This was all Edward's fault. If he didn't insist on treating me like I was a child instead of his girlfriend, then I wouldn't have been pushed to such drastic measures. It was just supposed to be a bit of fun, but it turned out to be the farthest thing from fun imaginable. I sat in this cold cell cursing Edward, Jessica, Mike, and especially Lauren for the state I was in. I felt horrible, and the feelings only increased the more I began to think about the ramifications of what I had done.
Chapter 1: Inner Monster
It was Thursday afternoon and Edward and I were lying on my bed. He was twirling a strand of my hair with his finger while I was running my hand up his chiseled chest. I inhaled his alluring scent and cherished the moment. It wasn't often Edward and I had time to ourselves like this. Since his return I had been trying to spend every waking moment with either him or his family, but with Charlie having grounded me, well, we definitely weren't able to be together as much as I wanted.
"Bella", Edward suddenly said as he tucked a strand of hair behind my ear.
"Hmmmm", I responded absentmindedly as I started to run my hand up his muscular arm.
He took a deep breath, which caused me to look up at him. Noticing his reluctant expression I immediately became wary. What now, I thought in worry. "What is it Edward?" I asked in trepidation.
"My family is planning a hunting trip for this weekend," he explained, watching my face intently. "Our plan is to leave early tomorrow and return late Monday night since we don't have school until Tuesday."
I took in a slow breath as I processed this information. I hated it when Edward left. My heart was already aching at the thought. Ever since Edward had left me for all those months, I had this fear that he would do it again. I knew it was irrational. I knew that he truly loved me, but the fear would always be there, even if I knew he would only be gone for a few days.
As though he knew my thoughts, Edward drew me closer to him and kissed my forehead. He then looked me in the eyes and said "I'm sorry love. If you want me to stay I can go another day."
I immediately felt guilty and protested, "Edward, don't be ridiculous! You need to hunt and I'm not going to have you starve yourself because of my stupid insecurities. It's just a weekend. I'll be perfectly fine."
He continued to frown and watch me, so I gave him a kiss on the lips before saying, "Go Edward, and don't worry about me. I'll be perfectly fine. Go spend some time with your family, and catch me a mountain lion while you're at it," I told him with a grin, and he gave a small chuckle. He then smiled that crooked smile I so adored and said, "I love you so much."
My heart soared at his words, and I pushed whatever anxiety I was feeling away. "I love you too Edward," I replied softly as I snuggled into his side. We remained in companionable silence for a few minutes before Edward spoke once more.
"Bella," he said in a serious tone, "I don't want you visiting the wolves while I'm gone, alright?"
I immediately balked and pulled away from him. How dare he presume to tell me what I could or couldn't do! I glared at him and exclaimed, "You are not my father Edward, so you have no right to dictate who I can and cannot see! If I want to spend the weekend with Jacob or whoever, you have no right to tell me if I can!"
He gave a frustrated sigh before looking at me pleadingly with those gorgeous ocher eyes. "Bella, please understand!" he pleaded. "I'm only thinking about your safety. Please, the wolves are dangerous! They are young and out of control. They might mean well, but they are hot-headed mutts, and the second one of them loses their temper they could seriously hurt you! Please Bella, just this weekend. Do it for me, so that I won't spend the whole weekend worrying about you and annoying the hell out of my family."
I took in his words, touched by how much he cared about me. I wanted to protest some more, but as he looked at me with those beautifully persuasive eyes, I found the fight leaving me. How could I deny him when he pleaded with me with such honest concern? I gave a sigh before nodding my head while muttering out a "Fine".
Edward beamed at me and then brought me in for a loving kiss. "Thank you Bella. Why don't you spend the weekend with your human friends? When's the last time you did anything with Angela or Jessica? They are much better friends for you than the wolves."
I snorted mentally. Yeah, my human friends were much better friends than Jacob, I thought sarcastically. He just thinks they're safer. However, I sighed again and nodded at him. "I guess…," I muttered noncommittally.
As we lay in each other's arms I began to think on our conversation. The more I thought about it, the more I became disgusted with myself for being such a pushover. However, I knew better than to start an argument with Edward because all he'd have to do was unleash his awe inspiring eyes on me and I would be putty in his hands. Damn my human weaknesses! I was glad of one thing though; Edward mentioned his whole family was going hunting which meant I wouldn't have a babysitter. This meant I could sneak off to Jake's with Edward none the wiser. Just as I was nodding to myself in satisfaction, Edward burst my bubble. I swear that at times he really could read my mind.
"By the way Bella, Carlisle won't be hunting with us since he has an important surgery to perform late tomorrow and work on Sunday, so he'll be watching you for the weekend."
I groaned in frustration and embarrassment. "Edward, seriously, I don't need a babysitter! I'm totally capable of taking care of myself. I've been doing it for eighteen years, you know. Besides, I'm sure your dad has got better things to do with his time than watch over your clumsy human girlfriend."
Edward pulled my face so I was looking into his eyes again and chuckled, "Bella, I know you can take care of yourself, but your track record in Forks is counting against you. Besides, you should know that Carlisle views you as more than just my 'clumsy human girlfriend'," he quoted with a slight roll of his eyes. I huffed at his teasing.
"Anyways Bella," Edward then mentioned more seriously, "Carlisle is really excited about spending some quality time with you. So be a good sport about this, please? If not for me, then for him?" he pleaded, widening his eyes.
"Alright, I'll be good", I responded with a small sigh. "It'll be nice to get to spend some time with Carlisle", I conceded. I must admit, I felt flattered that Carlisle was excited about spending time with me. I adored Edward's vampire father and it would be nice to spend some quality time with him without the constant interruptions of Edward's more rowdy siblings *cough* Emmett and Alice *cough* .
I awoke the next morning to the feel of my favorite vampire's cold lips on my neck, and then my mouth. My heart started pounding and just as I was moving in for more, he pulled away chuckling. I groaned and opened my eyes.
"Good morning beautiful," my own personal Adonis said to me while smiling that heart melting crooked smile of his. "Good morning handsome," I mumbled back with a smile of my own.
He continued to smile at me before saying, "Alice told Charlie you'd be having a sleep over together so you're all set for staying at my house."
"What?" I exclaimed. "Edward, you didn't have to do that! I told you"—I protested, but he placed a finger on my lips silencing me. I responded with a glare as he gave a sigh.
"Bella, please, I would feel loads better if you'd just stay at my house. It's not that I don't like Charlie, but my dad can protect you from anything that may happen," he explained and I rolled my eyes at him. You'd think I was facing life and death situations every day from the way he worried about me.
"Please Bella," he begged, "Do this for me." When I only stared back at him in stubborn silence he changed tactics. "Do this for my father then. I already told him you'd be staying over and he's really looking forward to spending time with you. You have no idea how much he cares about you," he told me, and I blushed as my resolve cracked.
"Alright, I'll stay at your house, but only because Carlisle wants me to, not because I need his protection," I told Edward stubbornly, and he just smiled at me. I huffed as I couldn't help but feel like he was patronizing me.
"I've got to go now Bella. The others are waiting for me." I immediately looked back at him, all irritation forgotten as I began to feel a familiar ache. I forced a smile and held back a sigh before saying with false cheeriness, "OK then, I love you Edward. Have fun and come back to me quickly."
He pecked me on the lips and said, "I love you too Bella. I'll be back before you know it. Be safe and have fun with dad this weekend." He brushed his hand on my cheek and gave me one last kiss before jumping out my window.
I sighed and leaned back into my pillows. While I no longer had minor panic attacks when Edward left me, I still was left with an uneasy feeling. My heart would continue to ache for Edward even though I knew he would come back to me. I only hoped that I wouldn't have any nightmares, but I knew that was a fruitless wish. Without a doubt, any time Edward left I would be plagued with nightmares of being alone or of the Volturi killing Edward and the rest of my vampire family. Hopefully they wouldn't be bad enough to where I would start screaming in my sleep. That would be embarrassing. Carlisle would probably think I was some nutcase not worthy of his son's affections if I couldn't even go through a night without screaming like some banshee over a stupid dream. Oh well, I might as well get ready for school. Ugh, that was another thing that sucked. Going through school without Edward or Alice was just plain boring. What's life without vampires? Boring, that's what.
It was lunch time now and I was sitting at the table with Jessica, Mike, Angela, Ben, Eric, and Lauren (the bitch). I was day-dreaming about a shirtless Edward in our sunny meadow when I realized Jessica and the others were looking at me expectantly. Oops.
I continued to stare at them trying to figure out what they'd been talking about when Angela, God bless her, came to my rescue. She smiled at me understandingly and said, "Jessica was asking if you wanted to go to her cousin's party in Port Angeles?"
"It's going to be totally awesome Bella! It's a college party but my cousin said we could come and all since we're seniors and practically in college and all," she said superiorly.
"Yeah," Mike added, "you should definitely come, Bella. You're always hanging out with Cullen, how bout you spend some time with us?"
I was about to say no when a thought struck me. Well, Edward did want me to hang with my 'human' friends. Why not go to the party? Maybe it will be fun. He might not like that it's in Port Angeles, or that there will be older kids, but so what? Since when is he the boss of me? Besides, I can just say I wanted the human experience of a college party. With that thought I started nodding and replied, "Sure Jessica, I'll go. Sounds like fun."
Jessica and Mike looked thrilled. "Awesome!" Jessica exclaimed. "You can ride with me and Mike, if you want," she said.
I nodded once more and responded, "Sure. What time are you going to pick me up?"
She smiled excitedly once more and replied, "6:00! I'm so glad you're coming! It's gonna be so awesome! I mean, how cool are we? An actual college party!..." she droned on.
By that point I'd tuned out. Hmm, I began to think. I wonder if Carlisle will mind. He shouldn't I reassured myself. He probably won't even realize I was gone. Edward did say he had a late surgery, so I'm sure I'll be back before too late. How late can these parties go anyway? Besides, I'm an adult. I can stay out as late as I want. With that reassuring thought I began once more to tune in to Jessica's soliloquy.
I was starting to get ready for the party when my cell phone began to ring. I looked at it and saw that it was Carlisle calling. Uh oh, I thought as I answered it.
"Hello?" I said
"Hello Bella, its Carlisle. How are you, sweetheart?" he asked kindly.
"I'm great Carlisle, and you?" I replied nervously.
"Splendid," he said. "I was just calling to tell you that I will be home earlier than I thought because I was able to move the surgery to an earlier time slot. I should be home by 7:00, which means we could spend some time together before you go to sleep," he said excitedly.
I will never know what possessed me to lie at this point, but a feeling of rebelliousness and a strong urge to state my independence took hold of me. If it had been any other day I would have gladly jumped at the chance to spend more time with Carlisle, but right now my inner monster was telling me to rebel against my vampire family's over protectiveness. And it was also telling me that Carlisle would more than likely not condone an unsupervised college party.
Before I could lose my new found nerve, I quickly replied, "Oh Carlisle, I'm sorry but a bunch of girls at school are having a slumber party tonight and I already promised I'd go." I hoped that my lying didn't sound as feeble as it usually did.
"Oh," Carlisle responded disappointedly. "That's wonderful Bella. No need to be sorry. We still have the rest of the weekend to spend time together. Whose house will you be staying at? And I assume there will be parental supervision?"
Parental supervision? How old did he think I was? "It's going to be at Jessica's house and her parents will be there, of course," I replied quickly in what hopefully was a nonchalant voice.
"Wonderful," he replied, and I felt the beginnings of guilt, because he truly sounded happy for me. "Well then Bella, be good and I hope you enjoy yourself. Also, keep your cell phone on hand in case of emergencies. I'll see you tomorrow."
Guilt wracked me and I just wanted to blurt the truth out, but all I said was "I will, bye."
"Bye sweetie," he responded, and then he hung up.
I groaned out loud and buried my head in my hands. I took a deep breath and tried to push the feelings of guilt that were eating away at my rebellious monster. I can't believe I just lied to Carlisle. That's like lying to a priest or something. And he sounded truly upset at the fact that he wouldn't be seeing me today. Jeez, I felt like scum. I just hoped he didn't find out about tonight's adventures, and if he did, well I didn't want to think about that.
I shook my head at that thought. What did I care if Carlisle found out? It's not like he was my father or anything. I'm eighteen and legally old enough to do as I pleased. I repeated these thoughts over and over in my head to ease my guilt, but it wasn't working.
Ugh, why did I care so much about what Carlisle thought? Why did the mere thought of him being disappointed in me cause me to feel as though I'd been stabbed in the heart? I pondered the question, trying to understand the reasoning behind my worries. What did it matter if I lied to Carlisle? What did it matter if he would not have wanted me to go to the party? Would he have told me not to attend? And if he had, would I have listened? I mean, he wasn't my dad, Charlie was.
Thinking of Charlie caused me to frown, apprehension now coursing through me. If Charlie found out about what I was doing he'd be pissed, and probably ground me until I was thirty, if I was lucky. I felt slight anxiety at the thought, but I quickly brushed it aside as I knew there was no way Charlie would ever find out about this. By the time he got home I'd be gone, and I would have a stone cold alibi since he would think I was at a sleepover with Alice.
Why was I more worried about what Carlisle thought then? Why did I feel more guilt over deceiving Carlisle then Charlie? Was it because Carlisle had a chance of finding out what I was going to do and Charlie didn't? But again, that would just bring back the question of, so what? So what if Carlisle found out?
Well, I didn't want him to think I was some childish idiot not worthy of his son. As much as Edward loved me, I was certain he wouldn't give up his family for me if Carlisle ever forbade him from being with me. That thought pained me so much I actually stopped breathing for a moment as I felt a familiar ache in my heart.
"Enough!" I suddenly yelled out loud in frustration with myself. I'm just going round and round in circles over something that doesn't matter. I'm going to this party and I don't give a damn what anyone thinks and that's that! I would ponder all these questions another day, but right now I needed to finish getting ready for the party.
As I went downstairs to wait for Jessica to arrive I began to push away any lingering thoughts of guilt and rationality out of my head and focused instead on thoughts of the party. I had never been to a party, let alone a college party. I'd heard rumors, of course. I mean, who hasn't. There'd be dancing, drinking, smoking, and sex. What fun, I thought disgustedly. Oh well, after this weekend, hopefully Edward would see how much more dangerous humans friends were for me than werewolf friends.
I didn't have to wait long before Jessica arrived to pick me up. I internally groaned when I saw Lauren, but was extremely thankful that she was sitting in the front. I didn't think I could stand it if I had to sit next to her the entire drive over to Port Angeles.
We arrived at the party just as it was getting started. Hordes of people were arriving in groups, and it looked as most knew each other as they all greeted each other boisterously. We quickly found Jessica's cousin, Amber, and Jessica greeted her enthusiastically.
"Hey cuz," Amber greeted with a slight grin as she looked us all over, "glad you could make it."
"Well, of course!" Jessica chimed back. "Thanks so much for inviting us!"
"No prob, just try not and embarrass me, will you?" Amber asked before turning to walk away.
Jessica and Lauren looked stunned at the thought of ever being considered a cause for embarrassment and quickly rushed off to assure Amber that they wouldn't. I rolled my eyes before turning to a grinning Mike who gestured towards the drink table. He grabbed me a corona, uncapped it and handed it to me. I stared at the drink. Should I drink it?
"Come on Bella," Mike urged as he took a large gulp of his beer, "it's just one drink. What's the harm?"
I watched him before strengthening my resolve. This was why I was here, right? I was going to get drunk to show Edward that he didn't control me. And with that thought, I quickly raised the drink to my mouth and began to chug it down. I nearly choked when the bitter taste hit my tongue, but I somehow managed to down the drink in one difficult go.
"Jeez Bella," Mike laughed with a surprised look, "and here I thought you'd never had a drink before. You go girl!"
I laughed along with him, deciding not to correct his assumption as I grabbed another bottle. How many of these would I have to drink to get drunk?
More and more people were beginning to arrive and the small house was quickly growing crowded. I had yet to see Jessica and Lauren, which truthfully was fine with me. I could tolerate Jessica, but Lauren just grated on my nerves.
"Let's walk around," Mike suggested somewhat awkwardly, and I nodded my head in agreement as I said, "Sure."
Bottle in hand I took occasional sips as we wandered around. There were several girls dancing rather provocatively and I rolled my eyes at the lewd display before turning my eyes on a game of beer pong.
"Think we should go play?" Mike asked with a grin, and I gave him an 'are you kidding me' look and he laughed.
"Come on, I've spotted Jess and Lauren over by the bar," he said as he motioned with his head to our left. I looked over at the makeshift bar and saw both girls shamelessly flirting with the bartender. I really didn't want to go over there, but Mike had already started walking that way and I didn't want to be alone.
"Hi guys," Jessica greeted happily when she spotted us and she immediately motioned for us to join them. Lauren smiled at Mike but sneered at me and I resisted the urge to pour the rest of this bottle down her front. What a bitch.
"What can I get you two?" the bartender asked, and if I didn't know better I would say he was checking me out. He gave me what I suppose was a handsome grin to some, but when compared to Edward's it looked downright cheesy.
"Two white russians," Mike stated somewhat moodily as he forced himself between me and the bartender. The bartender eyed Mike up and down before winking at me as he set about to make our drinks. I wasn't sure what a white russian was, but I guess I'd find out.
When the drinks were finished he handed Mike his drink before handing me mine. As he handed it to me he brushed his finger against my hand and I jerked my hand in surprise.
"Uh, thanks," I told him as my cheeks turned red. He gave me another grin before turning to take the order of a group of guys.
"Oh my god, that guy was totally flirting with you Bella!" Jessica crowed, and both Lauren and Mike scowled.
"No he wasn't," I said, even though I knew he had been. Ugh, why couldn't this guy drool over Jessica or even that slut Lauren? I was taken, and very happy.
I took a sip of my drink at this point and smiled. "This tastes like coffee," I said, and Mike smiled happily at me.
"I knew you'd like it," he stated as I chugged this drink down.
Mike laughed once more at my eagerness and handed me his drink before going to get himself another one. I quickly drank this one down as well and was about to go ask for another one when both Jessica and Mike took hold of my hands and dragged me to the dance floor.
Now, normally I don't dance, but I was feeling a little giddy at this moment. I felt hyper and just had the urge to do something crazy, and for me crazy meant dancing. The music was blaring and I just bounced up and down on my feet, throwing my hands in the air. Jessica and Mike roared with laughter at me before mimicking my moves.
We danced for several songs before heading back to the bar as we had grown thirsty. I was starting to feel a little dizzy and queasy so I was glad for the reprieve. Lauren was still there practically throwing herself on the bartender who looked quite irritated. When he spotted me his expression immediately brightened, which made me feel a little sicker to my stomach. Damn, I didn't need another love struck boy tailing after me.
"What'll it be this time, beautiful?" he asked with an easy smile and I looked at Mike and Jessica for help. I didn't know what kind of drinks were out there. Jessica caught the look and said, "We'll have three strawberry daiquiris." The drinks were prepared quickly and once more as Mr. Bartender handed it to me he brushed his hand against mine. I quickly turned away and noted Lauren glaring at me furiously while Mike glared furiously at the bartender. Jessica just looked amused and I hoped she wouldn't spread this story around school as Edward would not be happy.
Staring at the red drink in my hand I shrugged my shoulder as I took a small sip. Mmm, wow! These drinks were awesome! They tasted much better than the beer from earlier. I began to drink as I listened to Jessica chatter away with Mike. My head began to feel a little fuzzy and my stomach was quickly churning. Nausea built up in me, but I just stubbornly shook my head as I continued to drink. It'll go away, I told myself, but right as that thought hit me, the nausea came back even stronger and I dropped my drink as I rushed to the bathroom. I threw myself in front of the toilet and began to heave.
When I had finished I noticed Mike, Jessica, and Lauren standing at the door staring at me. Mike had a glass of water in his hand and a look of concern that was matched by Jessica's, but Lauren's expression was downright malicious. I shakily took the water in my hand and took a sip. I felt absolutely miserable and all I wanted was to go home.
"You alright Bella?" Mike asked, and I attempted a weak grin and failed miserably. Jessica kneeled down next to me and patted my back awkwardly before asking me if I wanted to go home. I was about to respond with a definite yes when Lauren decided to open her ugly mouth.
"Hell no, we are not going home! The party has barely started!" Lauren exclaimed angrily. "Why should our fun be cut short because little Bella doesn't know when enough is enough!" I gave her a cold look, which she returned. "Why don't you take a nap Bella while we adults continue to have fun." I saw red at her mocking words and tone and completely lost my temper. I hated when Edward or Alice tried to baby me, but I would definitely not put up with it with Lauren of all people.
"You BITCH!" I hollered before launching myself into her. She gave a scream of surprise as I lifted my fist and brought it down on her ugly face.
"Get off me!" she screamed, but I ignored her as I continued to land punches. I felt hands grab at me but I roughly shoved them off of me. Another pair of hands grabbed at me and I was turning to yell at whoever was trying to stop me when I noticed two cops yelling at me. I froze and they quickly pulled me up and away from Lauren who was crying on the floor. The cops then led me out the front door and into a police car, and all I could think to myself was, OH CRAP.
A/N: So, what'd you think? I wanted to delve into Bella realizing how much Carlisle means to her. Unlike the original chapter, this one reveals that Bella has not yet realized she looks to the Cullen patriarch as a father. I figured she'd be a bit unfamiliar with what it's like to have a true parent as she's pretty much been the parent with her own. If you've read the original I'm sure you'll notice that the party is different. I no longer liked the whole beer pong scene so I excluded it. Not sure I really like this one either, but I needed to have Bella drinking and fighting, so yeah.
To those of you who have not read the original, my Cullen family is a bit more familial than Stephanie Meyer's as you have no doubt noted by Edward's referral to Carlisle as 'Dad'.
Also, I've never been drunk so if this seems totally unreal, that's the reason…sorry.
Anyways, everything after this has been completely rewritten, so hurray!
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