Hey everyone. (: This is my first fanfiction and I hope you enjoy it!

My story is called: Ever After...

"Edward!" I yelled as I yankned my book out of his grasp. He smiled his crooked grin at me, his 'signature smile', as he liked to call it. I was laughing as I held my book closely to my chest. It was a Saturday and we were at my house studying for a test that we had that up coming week. I glanced at the clock and realised that it was close to lunch time. "Let's go get some lunch! I'm hungry." He grinned at me nodding as he offered his hand to help me up. I grabbed his hand and allowed him to help me. We made our way out to his little Honda Civic and getting in, we made our way down town. I propped my feet up onto the dashboard comfortably. Edward glanced over at me while we were waiting at a red light. "Comfortable Bella?" He asked, a sly grin on his face.

I smiled and closed my eyes, leaning my head back I nodded, " You know it." He shook his head, chuckling as the car started to move again. Before I knew it we were in the parking lot of the diner, so I quickly unbuckled my seat belt, grabbed my purse and got out. We both headed towards the diner and Edward swiflty opened the door for me. As I walked in, I could smell the terrific aroma that was coming from the small diner. So I closed my eyes, taking in a deep breath as I began to slowly move forward. The hostess asked us how many. "Just us two, " Edward relpied. She nodded and then asked us politely to follow her. I was walking behind Edward who was behind the hostess. I think her name tag said 'Tanya'. I really wasn't for sure. But I could see his eyes all over her backside.

I mentally puked and reminded myself not to look if I didn't want to get sick. After all, Edward was my best friend. Once at the booth, I slipped in the side opposite of Edward, taking the menu that 'Tanya' handed me. I quickly opened it up and we both ordered our drinks, I ordered a sweat tea and Edward flirtatiously ordered a coke. After she took our order, she promised us that our waiter would be there soon to take our order and bring us our drinks. I think she noticed Edward looking at her, so I pulled the menu back up over my face, acting like I was interested in it. It didn't bother me that Edward was checking her out, I just suddenly had mental thoughts that I shouldn't so I quickly excused myself and went to the restroom. Behind me as I was walking away, I heard the girl giggle and Edwards voice far off.

I obviously wasn't paying much attention because when I went to look up, I hit a large almost rock hard body. I almost fell backwards but I felt two strong arms grab onto me, quickly, but not trying to hurt me. I'm sure I made some sort of a gasping sound, but I actually didn't hit the floor like I had expected to. When I looked up I saw this sexy, black hair, menacing brown eyed sexy guy looking down at me. I must have been gaping at how beautiful and sexy he was.

"Hi. I'm so sorry about that. I guess I wasn't paying much attention." He smiled and my heart wanted to melt. I noticed I was still in his arms, but I really didn't care. He was warm and kind of felt nice against me. I glanced down at his chest and saw that his tag said 'Jacob'. I gave him a small smile. I'm sure my face was a deep red from blushing. I guess that he finally noticed he was still holding onto me and let go slowly, making sure I was okay and steady. He let out a soft sigh, looking down at the ground.

"It's okay. I wasn't paying that much attention myself. So I'm sorry too." I said, smiling softly. I was actually kind of glad that I bumped into him. Now that I was a bit further away from him, I could see that his semi-short black hair was spiked up on top of his head. His eyes a deep brown, his skin complection was a perfectly tan color, his muscles showing through his somewhat tight shirt.

Holy shit, he was absolutely gorgeous. He suddenly remembered that he was working and excused himself politely. I made my way to the bathroom and acted like I was freshening up a bit. I put some lip gloss on and rubbed my lips around, spreading it. After messing with my hair for a minute I decided to just leave it down. As I made my way back to the booth, I saw Edward sitting there looking at his menu. I swiftly slid back into my spot. Not very much longer after I had sat down, our waiter came to the table. The deep husky voice sounded quite familiar, so I looked up. It was Mr. Gorgeous, staniding right beside of our table. He looked at me and smiled lightly, I blushed and looked at my menu.

"Good afternoon. My name is Jacob and I will be your waiter today. What can I get for you miss?" His smile never faltered. I looked at the menu one last time and said, "I would like to have the chicken salad with ranch dressing please." He nodded and wrote the order down, then he looked at Edward. "And for you?" Edward looked at his menu while he ordered. "I'll have the bacon cheese burger with fries and no onions on the burger." Jacob quickly jotted Edwards order down and then repeated our order to us.

He looked at me, "Will that be all?" I nodded and replied. "Yes, thank you." He winked at me and then strode back into the kitchen to get the order filled. "Aww, look! Bella is crushing over our waiter!" Edward beamed as I blushed a deep shade of red, kicking his leg under the table. "Shut up, Edward!" He had a cocky grin on his face. "Would you like me to get his number for you, Bells?" I glared at him, kicking him harder this time. Making sure that it hurt more. "Ow! Damnit, Bella. That hurt." I smiled, "Well then shut the hell up."

Edward smirked at my comment, "Bitch." He mumbled under his breath. I felt my phone buzz in the pocket of my shorts and grabbed it out looking to see who was calling. It was my mom, I hit the answer button, holding the phone up to my ear. "Hey Bella! What are you up to honey?" I grinned.

"Hey mom, not much. Edward and I are at the diner eating." She laughed then suddenly sighed. I knew something bad was going to be said now. "Honey, your father and I won't be back home until next week." I frowned, hearing the news. They had already been gone whole week. Now two more weeks? I'm not complaining, I liked having the house to myself. But sometimes it got lonely. "Bella, are you okay?" My mom asked, I grinned, reasuring Edward on the other side of the table that I was fine. "Yeah mom. So when should you guys be home then?" There was a short pause and then she started, "Well, not this coming Friday, but the next." I nodded, " So two more weeks?" She must've nodded to herself, "Yes, we're so sorry sweetie. But we got you some really cool stuff!" I grinned lightly.

"Thanks mom." I saw the waiter approaching our table, our food on the tray he was carrying. "Hey mom. I have to go. Our food is here." After that, we said our goodbyes and I promised to call her back that night before I went to bed. Jacon gracefully sat our food down in front of us. Asking if everything looked satisfying. His voice husky and flowing smoothly as he talked. Edward and I both nodded in approval. Jacob left and Edward looked over at me, not touching his food. "That was your mom. What's wrong Isabella?" The only time Edward ever called me 'Isabella' was when he was really concerned or serious, which wasn't very often. I looked down at my plate, grabbing the ranch dressing and pouring it over my salad. I sighed, knowing that he wouldn't stop being 'concerned' until I told him. "She said that they won't be back for another two weeks." He frowned, creasing his brow. "Oh, well you can come over and stay with me until they get home if you'd like." I knew that I could and that Edward and his parent's wouldn't care, but I just felt that I would be intruding.

"I know, and thanks Edward. But honestly I'll be fine." I smiled half heartedly and got back to picking at my salad.

"Isabella, look at me." He said it in a soft, worried voice. I looked up, not really wanting to, "What?" In his deep green eyes, I saw a tinge of worry. "Are you really okay?" I knew that as logn as I looked into his eyes, I couldn't lie. "Not really, I mean they have already been gone for a week. Now two more? That makes three full weeks." He nodded, listening intently. "I'm sorry Bella. I'm here for you though." I nodded, knowing that he wasn't lying.

The next half hour was spend with the sound of our silver wear clinking on our plates and glasses being sat down on the table. We talked a little bit here and there, but not too much. I was still upset with my parents for being gone so long. I felt sort of bad not talking to Edward, but I couldn't help it at the time. I just really had no clue what to say. After we were done eating, Edward gave Jacob the money for the food and we made our way back out to Edwards car. Jacob must have thought Edward and I were dating, so I just let it be. When Edward pulled his car into my drive-way I got out and made my way to the front door. Unlocking it, I could feel Edward standing behind me. I pushed the door open and started upstairs as Edward closed and locked the door behind him.

I was so glad that Edward was my friend. We had known each other since fourth grade. He had always been able to make me smile even on my crappiest days. I hoped that we would always be friends no matter what. Pushing my bedroom door open, I tossed my purse onto the floor, hearing Edward making his way up the stairs as I shoved the text books off of my bed and onto the floor. I layed down just as Edward entered my room, closing the door behind him. He didn't say anything, just came and layed down right next to me. Pulling my back into his chest. Trying his best to comfort me as I closed my eyes. He whispered softly into my ear, "It'll be okay Bella." ...

I really hope that you all liked this first part of the story. (: When I have time, I will get more typed and posted. If anyone has tips on a better way to word/set this up! I'll be happy for the advice! Thanks! -iEplonation.