Authors note: I know it's been awhile since I've put anything up, but as promised I have started the whole story again from Alice's POV. Now to all of you who have read 'I'm Only Human' I will tell you that after re-reading it, this version I'm hoping will be the better of the two, the storyline itself will be exactly the same but I will be editing some scenes slightly just to make it a better read. So please read and I hope you enjoy 'He's Only Human'.
My name is Alice Cullen, and I live in Forks, Washington with my mother and father; Carlisle and Esme. And who could forget my two very annoying brothers; Emmett and Edward. I seem to have got stuck in a rut with my life, everyday seems to be the same, it doesn't help that the weather is crap. Nearly every day it rains. I love my friends and family and I would never change them, but I just wish something would jump out and excite me, I felt like I needed something new in my life or maybe a new look. At least clothes still grabbed my attention, shopping is probably my favorite hobby, that and art. Drawing was something special to me, I could get lost for hours in a sheet of white paper as I let my imagination drive my hand into scrawling it down, nothing was impossible when it came to art, that was the beauty of it.
I sat on my bed and sighed as I watched the rain crash into my window, I glared at the grey clouds that filled the sky wishing they could be banished to another part of the globe and allow the sun to grace us with its presences. I closed my eyes at the thought of the sun warming my pale skin.
I was rudely brought out of my trance when there was a loud thud at my door.
"Alice, time to go!" I heard Emmett yell through the wood, I sighed heavily again and got to my feet, grabbing my bag on the way out of my room. I followed Emmett down the hall and down the stairs; we grabbed our coats and wrapped ourselves up.
"Edward's gone to pick Bella up I take it." I muttered as I noticed his absence.
"Yeah." he answered with a big grin on his face, but the grin faded slightly and he leaned down to looked at me with his eyes full of curiosity. "You okay, shorty?"
"Never better." I chirped and gave him a big grin to match his own "To the jeep?" I asked, changing the subject.
"Too the jeep!" Emmett yelled pointing overdramatically towards the garage, we both walked into the garage towards his jeep, which was supposed to be white, but who could tell with the layers of mud that was caked over it
"Do you think it's time to give the jeep a wash?" I asked looking at it with a small amount of disgust as I opened the door to the passenger seat. Emmett just stuck his tongue out at me and struck up the engine, and we were soon off speeding down the muddy road that lead to the main road.
Once we reached the school Emmett pulled up into his normal spot, next to Rosalie's red, shiny convertible. Rosalie is Emmett's girlfriend and one of my very best friends. I waved to her as she stood taping her watch at Emmett as he turned off the ignition, I got out of his jeep and walked round to greet Rosalie, my eyes couldn't help but catch the sight of a motorbike pull up into one of the free spaces at the other end of the car park.
"Morning" Rosalie said as Emmett wrapped his arm around her shoulders and gave her quick kiss.
"Morning" I replied with a smile, "Have Edward and Bella turned up yet?" Rosalie shook her head.
"Probably getting in a bit of morning action before class" Emmett laughed winking at us, scrunching my nose at the thought of it, Rosalie just elbowed him in the gut. We chatted for a short while before we saw Edwards Volvo roll into the spare space next to Rosalie's car, before we could get a chance to say anything the bell rang.
"Come on, let's go to homeroom." Rosalie said as she said goodbye to Emmett, we both waved and yelled a 'Morning' towards Bella and Edward as they rushed off in a different direction to us. It was great to get out of the rain, but it was just unfortunate that I was walking into homeroom. Me and Rosalie took our normal seats, I couldn't help but overhear some of the girls that sat not too far away from us chattering about a new guy.
"Wonder who he is?" Rosalie asked me.
"Won't find out until we meet him" I whispered before we were all shushed by our teacher. Homeroom was dull, but passed quite quickly and it wasn't too long before I was on my way to English. I called by my locker on the way to grab the right books for the next few lessons.
As soon as I walked into English one thing did catch my attention, someone was sat next to Emmett which was strange, none of the girls would dare sit next to him in case Rosalie didn't like it, and all the lads were afraid to get on the wrong side on Emmett, due to his big tall muscular build. It must be the new lad sat next to him, and he's cute, very cute.
Walking to my seat which was right in front on Emmett, I was able to get a better look at this new chap, blonde hair the length fell just past his ears a few short stands fell in front of his eyes, his eyes they we're a lushes ocean blue. His facial features were amazing, his cheek bones looked perfect and his jaw line looked strong. Ok scratch the cute thing he was gorgeous
"Bout time you got hear." Emmett boomed at me as I reached his table, "Jasper this is my sister, Alice." he introduced us, Jasper, what a lovely name.
"Hi, Alice" he said with a heartbreaking smile and a voice that nearly made my knees give way.
"Hey, Jasper" my voice chirpy as I get to say his name. Sitting down in my seat and turning round to continue talking to them both.
"Hey Alice, Jaspers in most of your classes maybe you could show him where to go" Emmett suggested to me, I turned to Jasper a smiled softly at him, he returned my smile.
"Sure, where are you next?" he blinked before he answered.
"Uh, History" he stuttered, I felt my heart skip a beat.
"Great I'll walk with you." I said my happiness clearly showing in my voice. I turned round just as the teacher started his class, I can't say that I was really listen to the teacher as I was too busy in my own little dream world, which was normal for me.
When the lesson ended Jasper and I walked to History.
"So Jasper, where did you use to live?" I asked him as we slowly walked to our class.
"New York, but my step dad got a new job here in Forks so we moved" He answered.
"Do you just live with your step dad then?" I asked him.
"Uh yeah, my mum died a few years ago, and I've been living with him since" he muttered sadly.
"Oh, I'm so sorry Jasper, I didn't mean to bring anything like that up" I apologized to him. My brain screamed at me and I was mentally kicking myself, I sure did know how to put my foot in it.
"No its fine, I'm ok to talk about it now" He said his voice clearly trying to reassure me, which I thought was kind of sweet of him, but I still felt like an idiot.
We reached our class room, and I lead Jasper to my table near the back, luckily I was able to keep the chair next to me free in nearly all my lessons, unless it was Rosalie, Bella, Edward or Emmett. And at least this way I could get to know Jasper a little better.
"So Alice, what music are you into?" He asked me once we'd taken our seats; I liked the fact that he was trying to find out things about me.
"I'm in to most music to be honest, and yourself?" I asked turning to face him slightly.
"Well I listen to most things, but I'm more into rock really." He said smiling down at me; I could almost feel some kind of unknown energy dragging me into the depth of his eyes. I suddenly blinked breaking the trance they had on me.
"Do you play any instruments?" I asked him, trying to not make it look too obvious that I was staring.
"Guitar"
"Wow, I've always had a soft spot for guitarists" I muttered to him smiling brightly. I can't believe I just told him that, I've never told anyone that, it was almost like I had no control over my own brain. But luckily he seemed to like my response so I didn't panic about it too much.
We spent the whole lesson talking, finding out each other's interests and hobbies; I was amazed at how much me and him had in common. Lunch soon came and I insisted that Jasper sat with us, but he didn't seem reluctant.
We walked into the cafeteria and got some food, and then I lead Jasper other to meet everyone.
"Guys, this is Jasper" I said introducing him, with a big smile on my face. "Jasper, this is Edward my other brother, and his girlfriend Bella, and you already know Emmett and that's his girlfriend Rosalie." I said.
"Hi everyone" He said almost shyly, so cute, he even pulled my chair out for me before taking a seat himself. If I didn't have butterflies in my stomach beforehand I sure did now.
"So Jasper, what do you think to the weather?" Emmett asked looking outside at the rain.
"It's pretty dull" Jasper answered, which Emmett laughed at.
"Yeah it sucks doesn't it" Bella said from next to Edward.
Lunch passed quickly and Jasper seemed to interact with every one rather well, which I was very happy about.
We had been talking all day; we even stood in the car park for 20 minutes talking even more, I was just so intrigued by him, and conversation was easy. There didn't seem to be that awkwardness that usually crops up when meeting someone new. I was taught from a young age that first impressions are very important because it's usually the one thing that sticks in a person's mind.
"So what are you doing this weekend?" I asked him whilst he walked me to Emmett's jeep slowly, Jasper didn't seem in a hurry to end our conversation which worked out well for me as I could happily stand here in the pouring rain and just talk.
"Nothing really" He answered, his face almost fell when he answered.
"Well me, Emmett and Rosalie were thinking of going to Port Angelis Saturday, do you want to come?" I asked him, praying he'd say yes.
"Yeah, I'd love to" He said stepping a little closer to me. My heart was beating so fast I could of past out, the way he looked down at me, I couldn't help but melt inside. Wait I was staring again, say something.
"Great. Well, I'll see you tomorrow." I said as I stepped toward the jeep, noticing Emmett in the driver's seat looking impatient, best go before he embarrass me in front of Jasper.
"See you tomorrow." he replied and waved to me, god I was reluctant to leave, I wanted to stay and talk to him more, I didn't want the school day to end. Can't believe I just said that, but it was true, I watched him walk over to his motorbike, and I got into the jeep.
I couldn't help but notice that Jasper kept looking at me over his shoulder, I waved to him as Emmett drove out of the car park, and I was able to see Jasper wave back to me before he was out of sight. I wish I could have stopped the light sigh that escaped my lips but it was too late, Emmett noticed.
"So, is love in the air?"He asked with a big goofy grin on his face, I didn't answer I turned to look out the window. Was love in the air? I couldn't really answer I don't know what love feels like, but I know I don't ever want to stop feeling this way, not ever. I honestly couldn't get the smile of my face. We got home and we walked into the kitchen to find mom preparing dinner.
"Hi mom" I sang in a loud and very happy voice as I danced over to her and gave her a hug.
"Hello, what's got you in such a good mood?" she asked me with a chuckle.
"That would be Jasper." Emmett commented, I punched him in the arm as he walked past me, not that he felt any pain from it.
"Who's Jasper?"Mother asked me, her eyebrow lifting slightly, I could feel my cheeks burning slightly from the blush that was creeping across my face.
"He's a new guy at school, that's all." I told her hoping to end the subject before Edward got back from dropping Bella off.
"If that's all then why are you blushing?" Emmett questioned me as he leaned against the counter across from me; I lifted my head up to glare at him and all he did in return was smile in that annoying smug way he does. Before anything else was said Edward walked through the door, I was praying Edward wasn't going to start saying anything.
"So Alice, tell me all about Jasper" he boomed as went to go and stand next to Emmett, great no prays being answered tonight.
"Shut up, Edward." I groaned as I walked over to the fridge to get a bottle of water out.
"Well all you've done is talk to him all day." Edward stated.
"And stare at him" Emmett added
"And done nothing but at the mention of his name" the two of them laughed as they made fun of me, my face must have been bright red but whether it was from embarrassment or anger was undetermined, and my hope for backup was soon shattered as well.
"Aw that's so sweet." Mom cooed
"Mom! You're supposed to be on my side not theirs." I couldn't believe it even my own mother was joining in.
"Oh Alice, you know I'm only teasing. Anyway all jokes aside I'm glad to see this young man has brought a smile to your face." She said as she stoked my cheek in a loving and comforting way. All I could do was sigh.
"Anyway, I'm going to my room to save what dignity I have left." I stated before kissing my Mom on the cheek and hitting Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum on the way out.
"If it makes you feel any better he stares at you too." Emmett laughed, I turned round and opened my mouth to say something, but I decided against making a remark and turned swiftly on my heels and went to my bedroom.
I sat at my desk and decided that drawing would help pass the free time I had until dinner; I tapped my pencil against the paper gently trying to decide on what to draw. Blank, nothing apart from Jasper and his amazing blue eyes, once again my cheeks were burning up.
I really hated to admit it but the boys were right, whenever I hear or think of him all I can do is blush. All these emotions that swirled round inside of me, it was difficult to pin point one of them. It's even harder trying to describe the feeling, the only words that I can think of using are… fuzzy. Fuzzy and warm.
But at least it is a good feeling, even if I couldn't explain it or fully understand it just at this point in time it's nice to smile again, and truly mean it.