Summary: Bella's life in Phoenix is dull and dry, but she dreams of rain and one boy. When she moves to Forks, she finds the boy of her dreams and moves on. Please read and give it a try. Tell me what you think
Disclaimer: I own nothing of Twilight, it belongs to the brilliant Stephenie Meyer.
No matter how long i laid in the sweltering heat under the summer sun, my pale skin never received the slightest color. I've tried for 5 years of my seventeen year old life.
I sighed and got up from the recliner and decided it was time to make dinner. Renee wouldn't be back home for another two hours, so I took a shower and got started on dinner, making some pasta. I would wait for Renee and eat with her, but today I felt the need for fresh Phoenix air.
I left a note for Renee telling her that I would be back by 8. I slipped on my Vans and walked out. Life in Phoenix was going somewhat smooth despite the rocky roads. I was currently going out with Michael Wills. Michael always referred to me as Izzy. He was sweet, caring, and polite.
Phoenix High was fairly...
Horrible. To be somebody, I had to A) be noticed, B) be popular, C) be graceful, D) fit in or E) be all of the above.
I, Isabella Swan, was F) NONE OF THE ABOVE.
Walking on the rocky road reminded me of that. I never gave it much thought. But this was my life and well, there was nothing I could do about that.
I noticed I had walked for a while when the road turned to concrete and the sunset light turned to the bright lights of the city.
I sighed and turned on my heel to walk home.
The hard, solid steps my feet made played a rhythm in my head and I hummed. I heard a car's engine nearby and turned to see Michael's Honda shine under the street lights.
'Hey, Izzy. Get in.' he called with a hint of wonder in his voice.
I rolled my eyes as I knew what was coming. I got into the passenger's side and buckled my seat belt and turned to gaze at Michael's big hazel eyes.
'Hi.' I whispered softly. His hand caressed my cheek and I blushed profusely. He chuckled and kissed my forehead.
'What were you doing here?' He questioned in thought. I was drifting off as he held my small hand in his.
'Nothing, just walking around. I wasn't paying much attention. And you?' I responded as I grew accustomed to his touch.
'Working, you know? How was your weekend?' Michael asked politely.
'Fine. Yours?'
'Pretty good. You know how I've always wanted a better job than working at Burger King, right? Well, the organizer of the Pee Wee baseball league came by and asked if I could coach. He said I'd get community hours and get paid. So, I accepted.' Michael flashed a wide, handsome grin.
'Really. That's great!' I was genuinely excited for him. Michael gently squeezed my hand. I reached for the dial on the radio and searched until I came across Muse, I left it there and drifted off to sleep.
The dark light under my eyelids was replaced with brightly lit stars. Feeling nothing but my soaking wet clothes, I was dazzled by the clarity of the sky and my thoughts. what a jerk. he was unbelievable. I should forget him. Bella, be reasonable. I sighed.
He was etched into my every being.
I awoke to the smooth halt that ended my journey with Michael. My eyelids involuntarily opened and to my dismay, we were at my house. What was that dream about? When did it ever rain in Phoenix?
The door opened and there stood Michael, as chivalrous as can be.
'Thank you' I slurred.
We walked to my door and I turned to face him, his face was dreamy and sweet.
He placed his warm hand on my neck and I leaned involuntarily towards his chest. Michael embraced me, and I pulled back to place my lips on his for a moment.
'Thank you. Goodnight.' I pulled him towards me and hugged him tight. I placed my lips on his neck.
'Dream with the angels, Izzy.' Michael kissed my hair. He sauntered towards his car and drove away. Michael had my heart in the clouds.
I walked inside to find not a soul inside but me. I sighed and headed towards the couch. My eyes fell upon the tattered cover of 'And Then There Were None'. I haven't read that one in a while. My eyes couldn't adjust to the silhouette of the words, and I fell into a heavy slumber.
Stars and meteor showers and daisies and rain clouds filled my eyes. But cool thundered through me.
