Hello there! So this is my first Twilight fanfic....I've written two HP ones. I took this idea off of the movie 'A Walk to Remember.' I own neither Twilight nor A Walk to Remember....so no harping on the story line. This is just the beginning/feeler for the story. I can't promise super fast updates, but I will try my best. Enjoy!
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"Mr. Cullen, the principle would like to see you in his office. Please take your things and head straight there."
Edward's eyes snapped up from the assignment that he had been half-heartedly working on during the period. Mr. Erickson had assigned the class the erroneous task of making a 'top-ten' list on the things they would like to accomplish before they die. Edward had mentally snorted at the irony.
Nodding his head, he gathered his things and walked out the door. He was curious about the summons, so he decided to try to get anything out of his siblings.
Edward turned his focus onto Jasper first. 'I wonder what Alice will want to do after school? I hope it isn't shopping again.' The bronze-haired vampire couldn't help but smile at the idea that his brother was completely wrapped around his pixie of a sister's finger.
He found Rosalie next. 'I wonder what Emmett would say about the outfit I bought yesterday? He always loves when I wear red….or nothing at all.' Edward gave his head a shake as the mental images started to come.
Next was Emmett. He became a little suspicious when he heard him singing 'it's a small world.' Emmett usually resorted to singing annoying songs in his head when he was trying to hide something.
Hoping to get some answers from Alice, Edward concentrated on her thoughts. The vampire growled in frustration when he heard her reciting the Bill of Rights in Chinese.
When he reached the principle's office, Ms. Cope greeted him. "Good morning Mr. Cullen. Mr. Jacobs is waiting for you with your parents."
Edward's eyebrows rose at that announcement. 'Why had Carlisle and Esme been called?'
"Thank you Ms. Cope."
Edward walked into the office and saw his parents sitting in front of Mr. Jacobs' desk. When the principle noticed his entrance, he beckoned him forward. "Ah, Mr. Cullen. Please take a seat next to your parents."
Edward took the seat next to Carlisle and waited for the principle to explain why he was summoned.
Mr. Jacobs cleared his throat before proceeding. "As you know Mr. Cullen, we conduct periodic locker checks throughout the year. This morning we checked all the junior lockers. When we opened your locker multiple cans of beer were discovered. Normally, we would have to report this to Police Chief Swan since it is a case of underage drinking, but your father has convinced me to withhold. Therefore, you will be suspended for the rest of the week and will be required to perform 100 hours of community service. Half of those hours will be done at school and your father has asked that the other half be done at the hospital."
Carlisle noticed his son becoming upset and thought, 'Calm down Edward. It will be over before you know it. We know you didn't do anything wrong.'
Edward relaxed a little with Carlisle's soft words. "Excuse me sir, but how do you know they are mine. Someone could have placed them in there as a joke or trick. Why am I being punished without the right to say my side or defend myself?"
"Mr. Cullen, the only person with the combination is yourself. Plus, several cans were found within your book bag. Now your parents will escort you home and I will see you Monday afternoon for the beginning of your community service."
Without a word, Edward rose from his seat and walked out of the room. Carlisle and Esme said farewell to the principle and met him in the waiting room.
As they walked down the hall to the exit, they heard a whisper of a laugh. 'I can't believe it worked. I totally rock.'
Edward stopped dead in his tracks when he heard this. "You're dead Emmett!" Edward growled.
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"Miss, we've just landed. It's time to disembark."
The flight attendant smiled down at the small teen as she blinked the sleep out of her eyes.
"Thank you."
"No problem sweetie. I hope you enjoy your time here in Washington." With another smile, the attendant left to finish her duties.
The girl stretched her sleeping muscles before gathering her belonging and exiting the plane. She followed the arrows that led her to the baggage claim and saw her father waiting near the carousel.
The girl walked up to the man and gave him a brief hug. "Hi dad."
"Hey Bells. Have a nice flight?"
Bella gave a small shrug at the question. "I slept most of the way."
"Well, lets collect your stuff and head home."
The drive was mostly silent. When they were close to Forks, Charlie decided to speak up. "Sorry for leaving so soon after Renee's funeral. I know it was hard for you to deal with after being sick, but I needed to be back at work on Monday."
"It's okay dad. Phil helped pack up the house and I had my last weekly check up yesterday. I just want to have a new start here."
"Well the school knows that you have been sick and cannot participate in gym. They are expecting you tomorrow."
Bella's face blanched at the statement. "Dad, y-you didn't tell them r-right? I-I don't want anyone to know."
"Don't worry, I simply told them that you have chronic asthma and cannot do any strenuous activities."
"Thanks. I don't want people to treat me differently because I had Leukemia. Most people shy away from me or treat me like I am made of glass."
"It's okay Bells. No one has to know."
The rest of the drive was silent. Bella was deep in thought about school the next day. Charlie was focused on the surprise he had waiting for Bella at home.
As they were turning onto the street that they lived, Charlie let a small smile slip on his face. "I hope you don't mind, but I got you a little welcome home gift."
"You really didn't have…." Bella trailed off when she saw a red, old Chevy truck in the driveway. "Is that for me?"
"Well, I thought you could use something dependable to get you around town. I know it's a bit old. If you want something else, I can look around."
"No! It's perfect. Thanks dad."
By this time, they had arrived home. "Okay, lets get your luggage so you can unpack. I have to head back to the station for a while. Will you be okay on your own for a few hours?"
"Yeah….sure. I'm just going to unpack and rest for the afternoon."
Charlie carried Bella's bags up to her room. "Alright, so I will be back soon. Don't worry about dinner, I'll grab a pizza on the way home."
"Okay, bye."
When Charlie left, Bella started to unpack. She hadn't brought a lot of her clothes because most were either too big now or were inappropriate for the weather in Forks. After unpacking, Bella decided to take a nap. As she was about to slip into unconsciousness, she thought about what tomorrow would bring.
AN: Hope you enjoyed the chapter.....Review!