I've had this story in my head for a while now, it just needed to get out.
Hope you like it :)
Disclaimer: I don't own Twilight.
Chapter 1 – Meet and Greet
It was a Monday afternoon and Isabella Swan - also known as Bella or Izzy - was sitting in the backseat of a cab with her boss, Jessica Stanley. They were on their way to a meet and greet at the local bookstore in Manhattan.
"Gee Izzy, no need to look too excited." Jessica said sarcastically. "I know you don't like romance novels but this is huge! I can't believe we're about to meet the author of Unforgettable!"
"I can't believe you dragged me out here. I have so much work to do!"
"You can do it tomorrow. Besides, you should be thankful, I'm giving you a day off."
"I'd rather spend my day off with my daughter." Isabella sulked.
"Oh stop being such a buzz kill, Iz. This is going to be great!"
When the cab finally came to a halt, Jessica gave the cab driver a fifty-dollar bill and got out. Isabella reluctantly followed behind.
The session was yet to commence, however all the seats were already filled so Isabella and Jessica had no choice but to stand.
As soon as a little grey-haired lady, probably in her late fifties, came out and stood in front of everyone with a microphone in her hand, the room went silent.
"Welcome everyone. Thank you for coming to this event. I'm Irena Denali and I will be the host for today. I'm sure all you ladies are eager to meet Tony Masen so lets get started!"
People in the room started squealing. Even Jessica. Isabella couldn't help but roll her eyes.
"We're going to begin with some questions," Irena continued. "We'll have a break so you can all grab a biscuit and a nice cup of coffee and we'll conclude with a book signing."
The crowd began cheering again.
"For goodness sake." Isabella muttered.
"So without further ado, I give you Tony Masen!"
People cheered and clapped and screamed. Isabella suddenly had to urge to just walk out of the room, which was exactly what she was about to do until she caught sight of Tony Masen.
He was tall and slightly muscular with auburn hair. He was wearing a tight white t-shirt and dark blue jeans. He had a lopsided smile that made a girl weak at the knees and although Isabella couldn't see from where she was, she knew that he had the most beautiful emerald green eyes.
Isabella's eyes began to water.
"Oh god, he's even hotter in person!" Jessica shrieked, taking Isabella out of her trance.
"What was his name again?" Isabella asked.
"Tony Masen."
Tony Masen? It must be Edward. Edward Anthony Masen Cullen. Tony must be short for Anthony - It made sense.
The questions began and Isabella stood there motionlessly, mesmerized by his beauty. His voice was soothing. The way he answered the questions from the obsessed women, he seemed so calm and carefree.
"Don't you think he's sexy, Izzy?"
"Mm." Isabella replied, slightly distracted.
"He's probably got a small dick. No-one can be that perfect." Jessica said, sighing.
"He's bigger than average." Isabella blurted out without thinking.
Jessica simply laughed and turned her attention back to Tony.
"How did you come up with such a great story line?" A woman in her mid thirties asked.
Isabella watched as Edward smirked. "Well, it's actually based on a true story." He replied. People in the crowd began talking amongst themselves.
"I've got a question!" Jessica shouted.
Bella looked over at Jessica. "What are you doing?" She hissed.
"My friend over here…" Jessica said, gesturing towards Bella. "…Thinks that you're cock is larger than average, is that true?"
Isabella was mortified. The whole room had turned to look at them.
Edward was amused by the question and looked to see who was speaking. It was a woman with dark curly hair, probably in her late twenties. Beside her was a younger brown-haired beauty, biting her lip. She kept her eyes downcast as her cheeks turned a dark red.
"I'm sorry but all question must be related to the novel." Irena interjected, though she seemed just as amused as everyone else.
"Bella?" Edward said into his microphone.
Bella looked up and her eyes met his. He recognized her. This wasn't right. She shouldn't have come.
"Jess, I'm gonna go." Isabella said, rushing out before Jessica could even respond.
"Okay next question." Irena quickly said.
Edward watched as the love of his life raced out the door. She was just as beautiful as he remembered. She was dressed in a tight white blouse, a black waist high skirt that ended mid thigh and the sexiest pair of black and white pumps. Edward had to use everything he had in order to resist the urge to chase after her.
"Mr. Masen? Are you okay?" Irena asked.
Edward looked around the room. Everyone was looking at him with concern.
"Yeah. Sorry. What?"
"The young lady over there…" Irena said pointing to someone in the crowd, "was just wondering how long it took you to write this novel."
Edward smiled. "I actually started when I was nineteen. So about two to three years."
People began talking amongst themselves again.
"Yeah…" Edward said, rubbing the back of his neck. "I have a tendency to procrastinate."
"No, no. Three years isn't very long at all." Irena said reassuringly.
The questions continued until what felt like forever. Finally it was time for a break.
While people were gathering around the tables, which had fruits and biscuits and drinks, Edward noticed the dark-haired woman who with Bella during the questions.
Edward walked towards the crowd of people and stood behind the dark-haired woman.
"Why hello." Edward said, putting on his trademark smile.
Jessica turned around to see Tony Masen smiling at her.
"Oh my god, Tony!" She squealed.
"What might your name be, beautiful?"
"I'm Jessica Stanley." Jessica said extending out her hand.
Edward shook her hand and asked whether she wanted to go someone quiet to talk.
"I'll be right behind you." Jessica replied without hesitation.
Jessica followed Edward as he walked towards a secluded storage room.
Once they were inside, Edward turned to look at Jessica.
"Look Tony…if this is about that question, I was totally joking." Jessica said, avoiding Edward's eyes.
"So your friend didn't say that?" Edward asked. He was extremely curious.
"Um…I guess I shouldn't have announced it in front of everyone but yeah…she did."
Yeah well, she should know. Bella had been very well acquainted with my cock during high school.
"Who is she anyway?" Edward asked.
Jessica looked up at Edward, hoping he wasn't going to track Izzy down and demand to know why she had said such a thing. "Uh…her name is Izzy. She's my personal assistant."
"Izzy?" Bella is a much more fitting name for my beautiful Isabella.
"Yeah. She's a total slut though."
Edward raised his eyebrows. Bella is anything but a slut. How could she say such a thing?
"Well uh…enough about her, what about you? How old are you, Jessica?"
"Twenty-nine." Jessica said with a small smile.
"Really? I could have sworn you were only twenty-three." Edward said, winking.
Jessica rolled her eyes. Edward noticed the huge smile on her face.
"So where do you work?" Edward asked.
"Stanley & Co. on Park Avenue. Its actually my dad's law firm"
"Maybe I should visit before I leave for LA."
Jessica beamed. "Really? That would be great!"
"Maybe I should get your number…" Edward said, pulling out his phone. Jessica took it without hesitation and typed in her number.
"Well I better get back for the signings. I'll see you soon?"
"Yes, I can't wait."
Jessica watched as Tony walked out of the room. She couldn't believe what had just happened. The handsome and rich Tony Masen had asked for her number. She felt like she was back in high school and the football captain had asked her out on a date.
Jessica was just about to call Isabella and tell her about what had happened before she decided against it. Jessica decided that it would be better to just act nonchalant and hopefully when Edward walked through the doors of the firm, Izzy would be surprised, impressed, and jealous all at the same time - but mostly jealous.
Meanwhile, Edward was sitting by a table, signing the books he had just gotten published a couple of months ago. He couldn't help but notice how long the line was. It was as if the line continued indefinitely. Edward groaned internally.
The signing lasted for about two to three hours and the entire time, Edward's thoughts were directed at his high school sweetheart. He was absolutely certain that it was Isabella who he had seen today.
Half way through the signings, Edward resolved to make amends with Isabella. He still wasn't sure why she had left all those years ago but he knew one thing was for certain…
She was still his everything and he was going to win her back.