Arrival

As I arrived at the party, climbing not-so-gracefully out of Renée's car, I began to worry about what my night would entail. All I knew was there would be a few of my closest girlfriends there, and two guys I knew. Even though I knew everyone who was going, I didn't completely feel secure. And, as silly as I felt my reason for being worried was, I was still nervous, and my stomach protested, by somersaulting, as if trying to force me back into the car. I was only fifteen years old, and although most people her age were drinking and doing drugs recklessly nowadays, I hadn't been introduced fully into this part of life. My friends would be drinking tonight. Not much, but the fact that they even entertained the thought scared me…

The past ten years of my life, when I should have been out with friends, I was in the gym, beating out routines, stretching and building muscle. I hadn't gotten to my current champion level without sacrifice… Unfortunately, the sacrifice I made was my life.

Taking a deep, relaxing breath, I reminded myself that I shouldn't be worried- my friends are smart, they can be trusted- I waved to my Mum, and told her I loved her, and that I'd see her tomorrow. She blew me a kiss and said 'Behave yourself!' as I closed the door. 'Of course!' I mimed through the glass.

Turning my back, I walked towards the door of Rosalie's spacious home. Walking up the driveway, I gave myself a pep talk about how my current attire wasn't as bold as it usually was, and how I wouldn't be going near any alcoholic substances. Finally reaching Rosalie's front step, I knocked on the door and, surprise, surprise, Mike answered. As soon as he opened the door, I heard the sounds of Pixie Lott coming from the living room, and smiled at what was obviously Angela's choice of song. I heard Mum's Astra pull off, and right then I knew there was no leaving.

'Bel-la!' Mike chimed, way too cheerfully. He pulled me into a giant hug, and I timidly put my small arms around him for a second. As lovely as Mike was, I just couldn't see him that way. He was a friend, nothing more. He finally loosened his grip and pulled me into the house. As soon as I was through the threshold, I felt a little more comfortable. I know Rose's house like the back of my hand, and Rose, Alice, Jess, Ange and I practically lived at each other's houses. Walking into the living area, Alice jumped out of her seat on the sofa, beside Jasper and pounced on me, giving me a massive hug, from her tiny little body. 'Bells! Remember, you're the sober one for the night! Keep us all alive!' she half-squealed.

'No probs, Ali' I smiled. Looking past her, I saw Jasper smiling at Alice's hyper self. I knew that look was full of love and admiration, and as sweet as that moment was, I felt my heart ache a little as I was reminded that I'd never had that, and with my current social status, it wasn't looking likely. Not that I wasn't extremely happy for them, because I was, but I couldn't help but be jealous that they'd found their perfect matches.

Walking over to the bed in the corner (I don't even know why Rose has a bed in her front room, but it sure as hell was handy) I saw Rose, Jessica and Angela sitting, chatting about the latest gossip, and having a laugh. All at once, they looked up at me and greeted me with a united squeal of 'Bells!' and a huge group-hug. Nope, they hadn't been drinking yet- this is our usual behavior. I hugged them back and perched myself on the bed.

'So, girlies! What's the latest goss?' I said.

'OMG!' Jess started, the little gossip machine. 'Apparently, Rebecca and Mal kissed! And there's pictures of it on Facebook!' God! That is surprising! Their close friends, couldn't imagine them going out… I thought.

'And everyone thinks I like Erik' Angela frowned. I knew she didn't, it's obvious she likes that other skater guy, Ben.

'My Fuck, Ange, you so do! You said you'd do him!' Jess exclaimed.

'Just because someone says a person is fuckable, doesn't mean you actually like them that way, Jess' I chipped in. Angela gave me a look of thanks that went deep in her eyes. I'd just saved her from having to spill the truth on who she actually likes, and I knew she hated telling people personal things.

'Whatever.' Rose and Jess said together.

'So.' Jasper started. Everyone shut up. Jazz doesn't often speak loudly to groups of people, so when he does, most people listen. 'When's the cider being poured? And when's everyone arriving?' Ah, crap. He wants his alcohol… And more people are coming? I thought.

'This is everyone, and I'll go get glasses.' Rose replied, leaving the room.

I let out a sigh of relief, that also helped relax me. So my friends might get a little tipsy? So what? I trust them, and it's all in good fun. On realizing this was true, I smiled and asserted my self more to the current conversation.

'… Sure, just tell him he can't bring anyone with him. I don't want too many people, my mum would kill me if we trashed the house.' I heard Rosalie say as she entered the room, Jasper alongside her, mobile phone in hand.

'Thanks, Ro.' Came his short reply.

Confused, I asked Alice 'Wanna catch me up on what just happened?'

'Sure' she grinned. 'Jazz asked Rose if his friend could come over. Rose said yeah, but I think she's pissed about it, she doesn't want more people.' Well, that was a pretty short explanation from Ali, the mega story teller!

'Who's his friend?' I asked, not really interested.

'Edward. Edward Cullen.' She frowned.

'And you look like you've just sucked a lemon because..?' I asked. Ali paused.

'Well, Edward… He's not exactly what one would call 'good'…'

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