Insomniac

BPOV

I had moved to Forks, WA to get away from the place that haunts my nightmares. My mom had been brutally murdered. The police reports said that she died of an animal attack. I knew better, I saw the face of the evil creature as he sucked the life out of my mom's body. Who would believe me if I said that her murderer was a vampire? I shut out the world and focused on staying conscious. That thing always showed up when I dreamed, so I tried my best to sleep without dreaming. The drugs helped. The doctors were more than happy to oblige once they saw the dark circles under my eyes.

It was constantly raining in Forks, which was a good thing. I need total peace and quiet to sleep, but with the constant pattering of the raindrops, I could stay awake easily. I prepared for my first day at school. I downed a cup of coffee and packed an energy drink, just in case I needed a pick-me-up. I wanted to blend in with the crowd, but that wouldn't be possible in a crowd as small as the student body at Forks High. All day, I was constantly introducing myself and answering questions from my curious classmates. It exhausted me to carry out this façade.

Lunchtime came and I was glad. I needed some protein and carbs to boost my energy. I went to set my try of food down at a nearby table when I saw them. A group of pale, beautiful people, sitting like statues. I froze and gulped loudly. The boy with bronze hair met my gaze and I dropped my tray, causing the whole cafeteria to look in my direction. Calm down. Blend in, remember? What could a group like them be doing here? They wouldn't bring suspicion on themselves like this. Maybe they're different. They are not like him. Their eyes aren't red. They're trying to blend in too.

"Bella! Are you alright?" Jessica Stanley asked as she shook my shoulders.

I couldn't see her face very well and realized that I had tears in my eyes. I was also sitting on the floor hyperventilating. I wiped my eyes and tried to stand up. Everyone was still staring at me, but the pale ones had left.

"I'm fine, Jessica. I remembered something and it hit me like a ton of bricks."

"Oh, about your mom?"

"Yeah. But, I'm okay." I gave a small smile and left for my next class.

The second I entered the Biology room, my jaw tightened and my heartbeat quickened. That same bronze boy was there. The seat next to him was the only one available. I had to think quick, there was no way I could sit next to him and not panic.

"Mr. Banner, I was wondering if I could have a seat up front today. I have trouble seeing and I forgot my glasses."

"Of course Isabella, would anyone mind letting Miss Swan take their seat for today?"

Mike Newton was happy to oblige. I threw him a warm smile and said thanks. That seemed to make his day. He went to sit next to Edward, whose gaze was still on me.

I gave minimum effort in my next class,gym, as to save my remaining energy for the long night before me. I was just glad to escape from those eyes. Though, they didn't scare me as much as the eyes of that killer.

*AN: Disclaimer: I do not own Twilight! Sorry it's so short, but please stick with me! This one actually ends well. Please Review, it makes me oh so happy. :D You guys are awesome with the reviews, favorites, and alerts. I feel so honored. Don't worry, I will update every day. This story has about ten chapters. I can never seem to make my story last too long. I give credit to those who've written 30, 40, 50, 60 chapter stories all with thousands of words per chapter! wow is all I can say.