Disclaimer: I do not own Twilight or the characters. Everything but this story belongs to Stephanie Meyer.
Chapter 1
I cannot believe this is happening. Everyone, and I mean everyone is staring at me! Is it that obvious? It couldn't be! I mean it only has been 1 month after summer break. I haven't told anyone. Not even my two best friends, Alice and Rosalie! No! I would never tell anyone about this mistake. I would never be able to live in this town again! Unless, he told! But why? Didn't he regret it after? After he "mistakenly" took my innocence of being a woman? I can't hide it for long, though. People ought to find out sooner or later.
Soon, the bell rang, kicking me out of my daydream. I grabbed my books and made my way out of the crowded hallway. My name is Isabella, or Bella Marie Swan. I am almost 16 years old and currently living in Forks High in Washington, living under the roof of my parents, Renee and Charlie. One month ago, I made a mistake that was going to ruin my whole life, thinking I would get popularity out of taking advantage of our school "hottie", Edward Cullen. How did I do it? Let's just say boredom is the key. It was great at the time, though neither one of us liked it afterwards. Even Cullen filed it as a "never shall be told" category. Until, I got pregnant that night.
I was sitting in my room, doing some biology homework, while suddenly; I felt my lunch coming back up. I quickly rushed to the washroom, almost tripping over the mat and instantly let out my lunch. I stayed in the bathroom for a while until my mother came home.
"Isabella!" My mother called. "Come down here and help me with the groceries!"
I quickly got myself back together and cleaned myself up, thinking nothing has happened. I jogged downstairs and embraced my mother into a loving hug.
"Hey Mom!" I greeted her as I went to place the groceries in the fridge. The room became silent once again as I started to think of a topic. "So, how was work? Busy?"
"Esme and I designed a kitchen for some newcomers whom will be arriving in two months." My mom replied. "And apparently, she's having another baby soon. She will be due in June."
My mother works for Esme as an Interior Designer for ESME. Renee is also the Vice President of the company. Even though Esme is Edward Cullen's mother, she's has always been an Aunt to me. That's how Edward and I know each other. My father on the other hand works at the police station in Seattle and only comes home on weekends.
"Isabella!" My mother called which finally brought my back to reality. "You know, young lady, it's not good to daydream like that everyday. Did you hear what I said to you?"
"Sorry Mom, I didn't quite catch that." I finished and sat down at the dinner table.
"Well, the Cullen will be coming over for dinner tonight. So be prepared."
We've known the Cullens since I was born. The Cullen family consists of nine people. Their son, Edward, who would be the first one I didn't want to face at the moment; Esme, of course, her husband, Carlisle, their biological children, Alice and Emmett, and adopted twins, Jasper and Rosalie. Whenever they come, we'll always have to make three times the amount of food we eat. Their son, Emmett is huge. When huge, I do mean HUGE. Emmett would be like a building with feet, though cuddlier like a teddy bear. Even though he makes fun of me, he will always be there to punch the guts of a guy who hurts me. (Aka Edward, if that was the case, and it is.) Alice and Rosalie have been my childhood best friends since we could walk. We've always been there for each other, shared secrets, and more! They're both like the sisters I've never had. Edward and Jasper, on the other hand, have barely talked to me, only when they had to. I never got to know them at school or at these dinners we always have. Edward and Jasper are always hanging out with each other. Some of the kids in school even call them the "Duos" They're in the same classes, same sport teams, and same class! How freaky is that? Other than their kids, Carlisle and Esme are extremely rich. Carlisle Cullen, the world's most well-known businessman, owner of the worldwide Twilight Empire. The man never stays in the same place for more than a month. The Cullen family only sees him during holidays or summer breaks. On Edward's 17th birthday, he has decided to give Edward the the empire, including their fortune, because of Emmett's passion in being a football player- not a businessman. Jasper, on the other hand has no rights to the company, or the fortune. Esme is also a hotshot herself in her interior designing. She was voted of being the top 10 best designers in the world a year ago.
I got dressed in a black cotton butterfly dress with leggings to show less of my somewhat showing stomach. I know what you're thinking. I should really tell Edward, but why would he care? The little life inside of me deserves to live, not die. The baby is innocent and should not take any of our punishments. I opened the door to greet the Cullen family as Alice and Rosalie came running to hug me.
"Oh my god!" Alice, the little pixie squealed as she practically jumped on me, while Rosalie was at my side, clapping her hands like a dumb blonde. Even though she is blonde, the girl has a brain like Einstein. What can I say? The Cullen family is gifted with money, looks and the brains. "It's been so long! Tell me what has happened for the past 4 hours!"
"Umm..." I started to think of I should tell them or not. They're my best friends and they have never any of my secrets to anyone. "Come to my room."
While Rosalie, Alice, and I made our way to my room, Renee greeted the rest of our guests. Alice and Rosalie jumped on my bed as I closed the door tight and locked it.
"So, what's the 411?" Rosalie asked me as I sat down on my bed and sighed.
"Girls," I started. "This could be the darkest secret I've ever told you. Please, keep it to yourself."
"Spill the beans already, Bells!" Alice got impatient.
"I'm pregnant."
(I should've stopped here... xP)
There was an awkward silent in the room for 5 minutes until Rosalie spoke. "That was... unexpected."
"Ya think?" I replied. "But I do know that I'm going to keep the baby and tell my parents when I'm ready."
"Oh my god! Who's the father?" Alice asked cheerfully.
"...Edward." I whispered back. "It was a total mistake. We had no idea what got into us, but it happened, and Edward regretted it."
"Did he say that he regretted it?" Rosalie asked.
"No, but-"
"Then he didn't!" Alice squealed. "Oh my gold, Bella, you made my brother a man! I think I should thank you! Should I? I mean, you did after-"
Rosalie and I both shushed her before Esme called us for dinner. Everyone gathered in our dining room. Even though my family is not as wealthy and rich as the Cullen, we still had money left over for my future (I dream of being an author one day). Renee and Esme started talking about their interior designing while the boys were talking about a football game. After dinner, the six of us kids went to the backyard, letting Renee and Esme have their private chat. Edward, Emmett, and Jasper were throwing a football back and forth while Alice, Rosalie and I were sitting on a blanket near the door.
"Seriously, Bella!" Alice said. "You've got to tell my brother! He has the rights to know!"
"Bella, knowing Edward, I don't think he's irresponsible at all." Rosalie added. Now I regret telling them. "But, I'm curious. Since Edward didn't say he regretted it, what did he say that made you think he did?"
Great. Now I really wish I didn't tell them anything. "Well... uhhh" I had to find time to stall.
"Spill!" Rosalie and Alice yelled in unison.
"He said it wasn't meant to be and this shouldn't have happened..." I replied quietly. "And that his virginity was supposed to be given to Jessica Stanley." Right when I said Jessica's name, tears started to flood in my eyes. Why am I even crying? Could I actually have feelings for him? "And…" I couldn't go on anymore. Saying the whore's name was painful enough. Alice and Rosalie came closer as we all embraced ourselves into a group hug.
"Kids!" Esme yelled. "Come back in, we have some good news to discuss!"
Must be about her baby. This is just getting awkward. Having a child when their grandmother would be due in around the same time was just awfully wrong. I left that aside as we all made our way to the living room.
"Well, kids, I have some good news for you all." Esme started as she smiled at Edward and me. Why us? "Few days ago, I went to the doctors and found out I'm pregnant!"
"That's great, Mom!" Alice squealed as she ran up and hugged her mother. "Can I shop for the baby?"
"Of course you can, Alice." Esme smiled. "And I called Carlisle yesterday to inform the news. There was also another issue we talked about, which was Edward's marriage. We decided to arrange Edward to get married with a trustworthy woman who can manage the money and not blackmail the Cullen clan."
"What?" Edward boomed as he shot up of his seat. "Mom! I can't believe you'd do this to me! You know I'm with Jessica!"
"Relax, Edward. You don't even know who you're marrying yet." Esme shushed him and came over to me. "Isabella, would you do the honors of marrying my son?"
What?! I was completely speechless. Why me? I'm nothing but ugly. "Esme, why me? I'm sure Carlisle can find Edward any woman he wants. But plain old me?"
"Bella, that might be true, but we cannot trust any other woman. Besides, you two knew each other since you were babies. And Bella, we can offer you many things. Things you dream of having."
"I'm happy with what I've got." I turned my head away.
"Isabella," My mother called me. "Esme and I have already settled this once and for all. You are marrying Edward in two years and that's final."
"Oh, so you're in this too, now?"
"Hello?" Edward called out. "I'm still here, and I'm not agreeing to this."
"Edward, if you don't agree to this at once, you'll be sorry for the rest of your life!" Esme roared at Edward. "Edward, Bella is a lovely girl. It might not work out in the beginning, but things will change for the better. If you are still in denial, I will do my worst to Jessica."
Edward growled under his breath. "Only for Jessica."
"And one more thing to you two." Esme added. Great, more? Marrying Edward is enough. "We will be expecting an heir from you two in 5 years."
"What the heck?!" Edward stood back up. "Great, you're making me marry her and now you're making me sleep with her? What else is there?"
"Edward!" Esme bellowed back.
I couldn't take it anymore. It's not like he hasn't done that before. Now he's making me look bad infront of the whole family? "Edward!" I shouted at him. "You don't have to make me look bad in front of the whole family! It's not like you haven't done it! Why don't you just admit it!" I began to tear and whispered the last sentence. "Am I that disgraceful, Edward?"
Edward ignored me. "I don't know what she's talking about." Oh no he did ain't!
I couldn't believe what I heard. He's denying it now? I couldn't take this anymore. I walked right up to him and slapped him across his cheeks. "So you're denying the fact that the proof is right under my shirt?!" That lost everyone but Alice and Rose.
"Isabella, are you saying you're...?" Renee asked me, still in shock.
"It was a mistake, I'm sorry Mom." I replied back as I made my way towards my bedroom.
I stayed in my room, crying my eyes out until Renee and Esme came in. I didn't bother to look at them, just waiting for the disappointing speech. My mother sad on the bed and patted my back gently.
"Isabella," My mother said calmly. "You know better than that."
"Sorry, it was a mistake and I don't need Edward to marry me. I can raise the child on my own." I didn't bother to look at her. "It's not like Edward wants to marry me in the first place."
"Oh, he'll marry you, sweetheart." Esme said, leaning against my bed frame. "It's his responsibility as well, and I'm not letting you look for a job while you're 16 and pregnant." Esme didn't sound happy until she turned around slowly, meeting my eyes. "Honey, give Edward a chance. After you left, Edward changed his mind, and is willing to marry you. He's taking responsibility of his actions, and you should to." Of maybe she made him.
"I am, by finding a job, but I don't want marry him this way. I don't want a shotgun wedding just because of an accident." Accident, maybe, but mistake, never. I would never call my baby a mistake. Even though I don't know him or her yet; he or she will always be my baby, and the one who would truly love me. My baby is the only one I've got now.
"How about this." Esme started again. "We change the wedding date to 6 years. You two try to work it out. If it doesn't, we won't push you."
That sounded like a reasonable idea. Sure, why the hell now? He is, after all, my baby's father. Or our baby... I sighed and fell back on my bed. "Sure, I'm up with that."
"Great! Then it's settled. You'll get married at 23! C'mon, everyone is waiting for you downstairs."
After the talk, we went downstairs to meet the others. The Cullens left shortly after our group discussion as we made our plan. I took a shower and changed into some comfortable clothes before falling into deep sleep. Tomorrow will be another long day at school.
It's my first fanfic... Hope I didn't make it too long. Hope you enjoyed it! Please review, tyvm!
