I'm not dead! And yes this is another redo of this story and hopefully the last. I found a new beta and she's pretty amazing. All we need now is for me to keep up with her and who is this lovely person? XoBella ItaliaoX of course! Hopefully she can keep me in line. Check out her stories they're pretty amazing. Enought of me talking here's the story.

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There were rumors going around school today. Of course, that was to be expected when there was a new student, not to mention five.

Three boys and two girls came to our school today. For the first half of the day, I didn't see them. I'd heard that their last name was Cullen and that they were all adopted by a doctor, which basically meant they were rich.

During first period, she sent me a text saying that she had her first class with one of them. I asked her to tell me what she found out during third period, the class we shared together, and like a good gossiper, she did.

She told me that the girl's name was Alice. She was a petite girl, with short black hair. The way Emily was describing her to me, she made it sound like Alice was like a pixie; both by looks and personality.

"Did you even have a conversation with her?"

"Of course I did Bella. She's really nice and seems sweet so far."

"That's cool. We all know this school needs more nice girls."

"You've got that right." She laughed a little, "But there was something off about her. She just stopped talking in mid-sentence, got a blank look over her face and then just started talking again like nothing happened." Emily got a perplexed look on her face.

"Hmm, maybe she remembered something she forgot. I mean, we all have our flaws."

"Yea, I guess that could be it."

The bell rang; Time to go to lunch. Maybe I would sit with them I thought to myself. I wondered what they looked like. Well, what the rest of them looked like. Did they all have black hair? Were they all short, or were some tall too? I wondered if they were pale, tan, pretty, ugly. I even went so far as to wonder if their hair was curly or straight.

We met up with our small group of friends outside the cafeteria doors. It consisted of me, Emily, Tyler, Taylor, Sarah, Matt, and Scott. We had all been friends since preschool and were inseparable since the time we could make our own decisions about who our friends were. Taylor started theorizing with Emily about the new kids the second they were within speaking range. I submerged back to my own private theorizations.

We finally decided to go into the lunch room after the two girls had been talking for over five minutes. I scanned the room as usual when I walked in, but what I saw this time almost made me stop short. Instead, my heart almost stopped and then started sprinting.

They were in the corner of the lunch room, at a table that was previously unoccupied. They were in the middle of laughing at some private joke between them.

They were all beautiful; I now knew what all the fuss was about. The biggest guy, and I assumed the oldest, had dark wavy hair and was very muscular and tall. There was a girl sitting next to him. She looked like she could be a super model. Long blond hair flowed over her shoulders and she had her legs stretched out and resting on the dark haired boys lap.

Next to her was another boy. He was not as muscular as the first, but still had some muscle on him. He looked tall, even sitting down, and had dirty blond hair. I looked at his face and saw that even though he was laughing along with the others, he looked somewhat stressed. He glanced around the room as if he were trying to find a threat or as if he was being watched, which, I guess he was. It was odd that he was so on edge in a high school cafeteria though.

Next to him was a petite girl with short dark hair. I could only assume this was Alice. Emily was right. She did look like a pixie of sorts. She had her hand on the wary boy's shoulder. It almost looked like a comforting soothing gesture.

The fifth one in the group was a young looking boy. He still had a boyish hint to his face, even though it was clear he was at least a junior. He was the least muscular and had bronze colored hair. Messy hair to be exact. His boyish features really came out when he smiled. It was crooked smiled with angles, but one that somehow looked smooth and graceful. On anyone else, it would not have fit. His smile took my breath away. I think he is what made my heart speed up in the first place.

The way they were sitting there and laughing with each other made them look like they were a picture from a magazine or a TV commercial; the perfect family, or the perfect group of friends.

"Bella, stop staring! Geez, people are going to notice you drooling." Taylor said to me. That snapped me from my trance. I turned to her and met her smile.

"Well, I can't help it! They're gorgeous. Especially the one boy at the end."

"I can't agree more with you there. Let's go get some lunch so we can ogle them from our table, instead of from the middle of the cafeteria." She linked her arm through mine and steered me to the lunch line.

We got our food and headed towards our usual table. Perfect, I thought to myself. My spot is the perfect spot from which to watch them. I got to my table and checked to see what my friends were up to before turning my attention to other matters.

Of course, they too were talking about the Cullen family. I got there in time to hear Tyler telling the rest of the group that the blonds were brother and sister, twins to be more specific. Scott then told us that they were all paired off in couples. At least, most of them were. The big muscular guy was with the blond girl. That explained why she had her legs on his lap. Her twin, the alert one, was with Alice. The fifth guy was single.

"Looks like you're in luck." Taylor whispered in my ear.

"Oh shut up." I whispered back. I raised my voice, "Anyone here know their names?"

"Dibs on answering this one!" Sarah called. "The big guy is Emmett, the girl next to him is Rosalie, then there is Jasper, then comes Alice, and last but certainly not least, is Edward."

"Those are odd names; really old."

"You should be one to talk Miss Isabella." Scott commented to me.

"It's Miss Bella to you!" I shot back, "And besides, I'm only a group of one, not five."

"Could be their grandparent's names or something?" Emily suggested.

"Maybe. I'm just glad Edward is the single one. He is HOT with a capital H-O-T!"

"Don't bother." Emily said.

"Oh? Why not?" Taylor asked.

"Because I already asked him between my first and second class."

"Well, you left that little bit out of our third period conversation!" I said the same time Taylor said, "Well, I am different from you. In one way, I am tons more fun."

My eyes widened. Taylor could be rude sometimes, but normally not as insulting as this. "Uh oh, cat fight!" Tyler called. Scott and Matt made hissing and meowing sounds. Taylor started saying threats to the guys jokingly. I turned my attention to Emily.

"You're not boring Em. She just thinks that if you don't act like a hoe, you're not fun. So in other words, you, Sarah and I are boring." I whispered to her. She giggled and Taylor must have heard me because she sent me an angry look. I giggled at her and she cracked a smile at me. Nothing could threaten this friendship, even the mock fights we got into every day during lunch.

I allowed myself a peek at the Cullen table. They were so beautiful, it was a little scary. I stared at Edward again. He really was hot. He looked up from his conversation with his family at me. He stared right back at me. He smiled at me and I smiled back, feeling my face flush at the same time. I turned my attention back to my table, hiding my face from Edward behind my hair.

I listened in on the conversation.

"…don't think she can have kids." Emily said about the Cullen's mom.

"Well, it's nice that they took in the kids and take care of them like that. I mean look at them. They have the best clothes." Sarah said. I didn't risk looking back over there again. "My mom ran into their dad at the hospital this morning and she told me he was really nice. I expect the mom is also nice."

"I guess she would be." I commented.

"It fits. I hope they are as nice like their parents." Tyler said. Emily smiled at him and he returned the favor. I could tell they would be something someday. I really didn't know why she was interested in Edward. Probably because he was new and new things were always something to be sought after. I started thinking about myself. Did I only like him because he was new? I didn't think so. I knew there had to be something behind the face. Something deeper than anyone could think.

"So Bella, you think Edward is hot?" Taylor asked me. I blushed and looked down. "I'm gonna take that as a yes."

"It's not just his looks Taylor. I really think there is something beneath the surface."

"Yep, you defiantly like him."

"Yeah, what does it matter? You have a better chance with him than I do and he has already turned you down. No offense. "I quickly added when I saw something flash across her eyes.

"None taken. And you really should stop talking like that. For all you know, you will be the one who will end up with him." she smiled at me. The smile didn't completely reach her eyes, and I could tell she what she was thinking, and it wasn't nice.

I smiled back at her, acting oblivious to her false kindness. "Thanks Taylor."

I snuck another look at the new kids. Edward was staring at me, smiling, but with a confused look on his face. Hmm, weird, I smiled back at him and started to blush again. I was contemplating getting up and walking over to his table when the bell rang. Good thing too. I probably would have embarrassed myself.

I packed my stuff up and walked to the door, throwing away my stuff as I did. I said my good-byes to my friends and headed the opposite way than them. I didn't share this class with any of my friends. When I got to the class, I made my way to my table. Before I was there, I looked up and my heart stopped. Looks like I didn't have to go to his table during lunch anyway.

Edward Cullen was there, sitting at my table. Here comes the embarrassment, I thought. I knew he had to sit there; I was the only one without a partner. Not that it bothered me that I didn't have one, it was just that I worked better alone.

"Bella? Bella...hellooo?" Matt said trying to get my attention

"What, Matt?" I asked turning to him

"Just wondering if you and Scott wanted to get together tonight with the group and go to the movies?"

I bit my lip, "Um...sure, what movie? And you're going to have to ask Scott if he wants to go, I'm not his wife." I teased

He laughed, "I'll ask him after class, you guys might as well be together you guys are attached at the hip."

I scrunched my nose in protest, "That's nasty. He's like a brother, you know that." I shoved his shoulder

He just rolled his eyes and walked away to his seat. I swear I thought I heard him murmur, "To you maybe."

I just shook my head and made my way to my seat. I saw Edward's lips form into a tight line as I got closer and closer, his eyes changing. They were becoming darker with each step I took. Strange, I thought. I decided to make the best out this.

"Hi, I'm Bella Swan...are you Edward Cullen?" I asked knowing I was right

He nodded his head, "Yes I am. Nice to meet you Bella. Is Bella short for Isabella?"

"Yes, it is. My Mother loved the name." My stomach dropped when I thought about her

"It's a beautiful name." He smiled

I felt my cheeks warm at his words. "Thank you."

Before Edward could reply Mr. Banner started class; we were starting a new unit. The human body, ugh. I brought out my notebook and started writing my notes. As time went by my stomach became more and more upset. I wrapped my free arm around my torso hoping the pain would go away. Class was dragging on and the pain was just getting worse. Something had to be wrong, it felt like I knew somehow knew what was wrong, just couldn't remember it. Finally it dawned on me what was making my stomach upset. I looked at the corner of the Mr. Banners board and saw the date. September 20. I felt the blood fall from my face. I thought I was going to be sick. Today was the tenth anniversary of my Mother's death.

"M-Mr. Banner...may I be excused?" I asked

Not even waiting for his answer I gathered my things and fled from the room, how could I forget what today is? Why didn't I figure this out before? I made my way through the empty halls and to my locker, sliding against it and resting my head on the cool metal when I got there. Could this day get any worse? I sensed someone come and sit by me, pulling me into their chest. I could tell by the way they smelled was Scott. Fabric softener and musk, it was actually calming.

"I see you realized what today is." He whispered into my hair

"How could I forget, Scott? What kind of daughter am I?" I asked, nuzzling myself closer to him, tears slowly falling down soaking into his navy blue shirt.

"You're a great daughter, anybody would be lucky to have you as a daughter. Bella, she wouldn't want you to be upset, she would want you to think of all of the good times that you've had together. Remember the time she let us bake with her, and the mess that we made? We have flour all over ourselves and the kitchen, it took her forever to clean it up and your Dad was so mad." He chuckled, running his hand through my hair

I couldn't stop the laughter. It was bubbling in my throat, "I remember, Dad just shook his head and started mumbling under his breath about kids and baking. Mom just kissed his cheek and gave him one of the cookies and went back to cleaning like nothing was wrong." I shook my head with a smile

Scott lifted my head, with his hand cupping my jaw. "See, there's a smile." He smiled down at my and wiped my tears away. "Your Mom would us to remember all of those times, not the sad ones. You know she's watching over you making sure you are happy. Now don't make her upset."

"Thank you Scott, how'd you know I was out here?"

"Matt sent me a text, right after you left. We all know what today is, Bella, we are all here for you...well maybe not Taylor but the rest of us are."

I nodded my head, "Did Matt ask you about the movies?"

"Yeah, how about we all come to your place and watch movies?" He suggested

"I would like that...I'll ask Charlie then I'll text you to tell you what is going on."

"Alright, you wanna get to class or skip the rest of the day?" He asked

"I'm going to head home, if anyone asks just tell them I went home not feeling well."

He nodded, "Okay text me later." He said while helping me up

"'Kay, bye Scott."

"Bye Bella."

After putting my books in my locker grabbing my jacket I was on my way to my truck, then driving home. I was on high alert, watching everything making sure nothing would happen. When I saw my house I let out a big gust of air that I didn't know I was holding. Charlie's, My Dad, cruiser wasn't in the drive way yet, so I knew he was going to work the whole shift. He would be home a little later I guessed, locking up the truck. Heading to the door I could feel eyes staring at the back of my head, but when I turned around, I saw no one. The feeling still stayed. Blushing, I turned, unlocking the door shutting it and locking it behind me. I hung my coat up and took my shoes off and plopped down onto the couch pulling a blanket to wrap around myself. Not much later I was asleep.

The sound of Charlie pulling in woke me up. Crap I didn't even call him to ask if the gang could come over or not.

"Bells, you here?" He called

"Yeah, Dad in the living room."

He came in and I saw depression in his eyes, the sadness tore at my heart. My Dad deserved to be happy, he took care of me when Mom passed, he helped me with my homework, and he always made sure I was happy. So when was it his turn to be happy? "You alright, kiddo?" He asked.

I nodded my head, "Yeah...I'm okay. I had a break down earlier but Scott was there so it wasn't so bad." I whispered, "You okay, Dad?"

He shrugged his shoulders, "As okay as I can be sweetheart."

"Dad...I was wondering if the gang can come over and watch some movies and order pizza. If that's okay..."

He smiled, "That's fine. I'll order the pizza; you let everyone know they can come over."

"Thanks Dad." I stood up and kissed his cheek

"You're welcome, sweetheart."

I got my phone and started texting everyone. They loved the idea of coming over here for pizza and movies. I smiled and got out some pop and chips for everyone before they got here. Once I was done all I had to do was wait. It didn't take very long before there was a knock at my door and everyone was there with smiles on their faces and movies in their hands. Oh lord there was going to be a fight about which movie we were going to watch I could feel it coming.

"Hey guys come on in." I mirrored their smiles, opening the door wider, letting them in

They all walked in shutting the door I was pulled into Emily's arms, "If you need to talk you know I'm here right?" She asked pulling me back to arm's length.

"I know Emily; I just don't want to talk about it right now." I told her with a small smile.

She nodded and headed into the living room with the rest of them, I sighed running a hand through my hair. Please don't let me break down tonight...I can't be a baby anymore. It's getting old, I scolded myself. I walked into the living room and they were already fighting on which movie we were going to watch. The boys wanted an action movie and the girls wanted a romance movie.

"How about Phantom of the Opera? You get your romance and action." I suggested

"Yeah...but all of that singing." Complained Tyler

"Can it, Tyler. It would be a great movie to watch." Emily glared at him, but I could see the humor in her eyes

"Perfect!" I beamed

I put the movie in and sat between Scott and Emily on the couch, the rest of them were on the floor in front of us with their favorite pillows that they kept here. About 20 minutes into the movie the pizza was delivered. We paused the movie to get our food. I called Charlie down for the pizza and he mumbled something about eating later. I frowned and saved him a couple of pieces, just in case the boys tried eat the all of it. Sitting back into our spots we started the movie again.

"You know, the thought of a secret admirer, lover or whatever is sexy. I mean come on; the whole mysterious thing is hot." I stated as I took a bite of pizza

"Really? You would want someone to watch you from afar, not really being with you besides little notes and gifts that he gives you...sounds lame." Taylor said

"Only at first Taylor, then he would come out, something would still be a mystery about him. He would still leave the notes if he couldn't be with you for some reason. Think about it, you find a random love note in your locker. Wouldn't it make your day?"

"Yeah, I guess, but I'd rather know who it is."

I rolled my eyes, "All I'm saying is that I would love to have my own Phantom."

I could feel the others stare at me like I was crazy, but there was another stare on me I knew it wasn't any of them. Maybe I do have my own Phantom already, I mused. Watching the movie, I felt my heart twist when Christine left her Phantom for Roaul.

"Damn her." I grumbled to myself

"What?" Scott asked

"How could she leave him like that? The Phantom loved her all his life, and most likely always will. He gave her a voice. Then she leaves him, most likely because of his face? That's not fair! Because you know she loves him too, if you love someone you shouldn't run away just because of what they are or what they look like. God, I wish I could slap her." I ranted

Everyone looked at me with shock in their eyes, "Wow Bells...didn't know you were that deep."

"Shut it." I glared at him

He did as I asked and we put in another movie, I didn't really pay attention what they put in. I thought about the Cullen's how different they were. They were a mystery of their own that I needed to figure out. Time flew by and before we all knew it, it was 20 minutes to ten.

"Guys, I really hate to do this, but get the hell out. We have school tomorrow and I need sleep." I said as sweetly as I could.

They laughed and nodded, helping me clean up before they headed out. After the hugs and goodbyes, I took a shower and headed to bed. I settled into a night of dreaming about my Mom and my golden-eyed Phantom.