A/N:

Hey guys, this is my first fan fiction ever. It's all human and canon couples. There are a few characters I made up but I'll probably end up making a site to give you an idea what everyone is supposed to look like and their outfits/houses/ school, and whatever. Review please (:

-Meg

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PREFACE:

As I drifted in and out of consciousness, I thought of the events that had put me in this position. Although I knew I should regret what happened, I couldn't bring myself to. The fact is, the decisions I have made this past year have changed me so completely. I have made friends that practically became my family, and I survived my first year at a new school because of them. But most importantly, I have met him this year. We changed each other for the better. So even though I'm here, most certainly facing death, I picture his face and suddenly… everything is worth it.

New Beginnings:

I looked around my room one last time. Even though almost everything was still there, it felt empty. Suddenly, my mom's voice broke me out of my thoughts. "Bella, honey, let's go. Phil's waiting in the car." With a sigh, I picked up my last bag and walked downstairs. I wasn't sad about leaving Phoenix, not really anyway. But I still felt bad about leaving my mom. She did have Phil, I suppose, but I would miss out mother and daughter times. "So remember Bella, as soon as your flight gets in-"

"I call you. I know Mom." "Sorry honey, I just worry about you." My mom said sheepishly. "I'll be fine." I said, not sure if I was trying to convince her or myself.

At about 10:30, I was ready to board my flight. I gave both my mom and Phil a hug. "I love you guys, and I promise to call you twice a day." My mom had tears rolling down her cheeks. "Mom" I groaned. "I'll be back for Thanksgiving." She nodded, and with one final hug, I walked through the gate.

During my flight, I thought of what my new life would be like. Ever since I had gotten accepted to the Manhattan School of Music, I have been extremely happy for the most part. I would be seeing my brother Cameron, who got accepted two years ago for guitar. I don't get to see him often since he lives in Forks with my dad, Charlie. Most importantly, I would be going to school for my passion, playing piano. I had started when I was five. Now, thirteen years later, I have been accepted to one of the most prestigious schools in the country.

A few hours later, a voice came over the intercom and announced that we had arrived at JFK Airport. And so, my new life begins.

About an hour and a half later, I got out of my cab and walked through the main door of MSM. I was looking at a map of the school when I ran into someone. "Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry. I wasn't paying attention and-" My breath caught when I saw who I had run into. He had to be the best looking human being I had ever seen. He had unruly, bronze-colored hair, a strong jaw, and piercing green eyes. He was wearing dark jeans with a blue and white t-shirt rolled up and Nikes. He had noticed me staring at him and scowled. "Obviously you should have been paying more attention to your feet than you were to me." He said in a bored tone. "I- you--" I tried to say, but he interrupted me. "Just don't let it happen again." He gave me a sarcastic smile and walked away. Wow, he really needs to get laid. I thought, but then reconsidered taking one last look at him and thinking that with his looks, he probably gets a lot of action.

I walked up to the front desk. "Hi, I'm Isabella Swan. Can you tell me where I'll be living?" I asked. The woman looked at her computer for a minute before replying, "Andersen Hall, room 232. Your roommate has called the front desk five times in the last two hours asking if you had gotten in." The woman laughed and I smiled. "Thank you for your help." I said.

I walked across campus and looked at my map to see where Andersen Hall was located. When I finally found it, I walked through a set of double doors, up a flight of stairs, and looked for room 232. As soon as I opened the door, I heard a squeal. "Ohmygosh! You must be my roommate! I'm Alice Cullen, what's your name?" The girl practically screamed at me in an excited voice. She was short, probably not even five feet, and was thin in the extreme. She had short, spiky hair and almost gold-colored eyes. To anyone else her hair would seem weird, but it suited her. "Hi Alice, I'm Bella Swan. It's nice to meet you." When I finished speaking, the girl launched herself into my arms. I laughed and hugged her back hesitantly. "We're going to be such good friends! We can go shopping too! Do you like shopping?" Alice asked. Before I had a chance to answer, she said "Never mind, it doesn't matter. You will go shopping with me. So Bella, tell me about yourself." "Well…" I started. "I'm here for piano and I also have a brother who goes here. His name's Cameron." "Oh my gosh! Cameron's your brother? He's one of my best friends!" Alice said. "Whoa, really? That's weird."

"Yeah in fact, we should be meeting up with him and everyone else-" Just then, someone came through the door.

"Hey Ali, what's up?" A boy said. He was tall and extremely muscular. He had bright blue eyes and short brown hair. "Oh! I guess this is your roommate." He said. "Yeah Em, this is Bella Swan, Cam's little sister." Alice told him. "No way!" He grabbed me and gave me a bone-crushing hug. When he let me go, he said, "It's nice to meet you Bella, I'm Emmett McCarty." Then, someone cleared their throat pointedly in the doorway. "Oh, sorry babe. Bella, this is my girlfriend Rosalie." He gestured to her. I looked at her and thought that she could most definitely be a model if her music career failed. She had blonde hair that flowed in waves down her back. She was tall and had hazel eyes. "Hi Bella, I'm Rosalie Hale. Don't let this idiot try to scare you." She pointed to Emmett. "Hey!" He said, I laughed. "Well it's really nice to meet you both." I said truthfully. "So are you gonna introduce me to this hot girl orrrrrrrr…" A different voice interrupted from the door. I turned to look at him. He had bright blue eyes and a few days of scruff on him. He had light brown hair that was kept in by a blue bandanna which was folded on his head. He wore dark jeans, bright orange sneakers, and a white t-shirt. Then, Emmett said, "Yo Connor, this is Cam's little sister." The boy smiled and walked over to me. "It's nice to meet you little Swan, I'm Connor Murphy." He kissed my hand and I blushed. When I finally found my voice, I said, "Hi Connor, I'm Bella." "Mkayyyy so are you guys up for Tin Lizzie tonight?" Alice stopped the stare-down between Connor and I. "Uh, should I know what that it?" I asked. Rosalie laughed, "The Tin Lizzie is a club on the UES." She explained. Now I was really confused. "UES?" I asked questioningly. "Upper East Side" Connor smiled. "Oh, right." I said, my cheeks turning red. "So Bella, are you in?" Alice asked. Thinking I needed to get out and meet new people, I said "Sure, but can you help me pick out something to wear?" Alice squealed loudly. "Ah! I knew we were going to be best friends!" "Okay, well we're gonna go. We'll pick you up around eight." Emmett said. "Kay, sounds good." Alice told him. As they were walking out, Emmett, Rosalie, and Connor gave me a hug. "Bye Bella, it was nice to meet you." He said before closing the door.

I let out a small squeak after he left. "You like Connor!" Alice sang. I tried to object but she added "And Connor likes you too." I smiled. "He's so good-looking! Did you see his bandanna? I think he's the only guy who can pull that off." I ranted. "Mmm. Well Bella, I have the best outfit for you to wear tonight." She pulled out a pair of straight leg dark wash jeans, a dark purple top with sequins, and silver ballet flats. "I had this feeling that I would need the jeans, and the shirt is Rose's." Alice explained. "Oh my god, what have I gotten myself into?" I said to myself.

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A/N:

Okaaaaay, so first chapter down. What'd you think? Too long or too short? I wasn't really sure because I write in a notebook first and then type it so the length changes. Next chapter is already written, so it should be up soon. We meet our favorite person again *cough Edward cough*, along with Cameron and a few others. I promise there's more action coming up. Review to tell me how im doing? Thanks (:

-Meg