LOVE is the Tie That Binds
Chapter 1- Moving Day
Disclaimer: I own nothing of Stephenie Meyer's brilliant mind. All characters are hers, even if I wish Edward was real.
A/N: Here's to my first Twilight fic. cheers I'm looking forward to what you think. Review away!
(The beginning of this story, is mainly background. I do promise that it does pick up and become more interesting. I unfortunately needed to get into the flow of writing.)
EPOV
"I think we got the last of it Edward! We're ready to hit the road." My dad was calling up from the bottom of the stair case.
"I'll be right down." I stood back, looking at the emptiness of our house. There are many memories that filled these rooms and halls.
I felt an arm go around my waist. "You know, you were 4 years old when you decided you wanted to become a doctor. I never knew whether or not to be mad at your brothers or glad. That poor bookcase never knew what hit it and you were knocked out cold. Emmett and Jasper were chasing you around the upstairs and yelling that vampires were after you. All I could hear was you screaming that you didn't want fangs." I watched my mother as she told me one of the stories of our childhood. You could see it in her face she was watching it happen all over again. She chuckled lightly and continued, "You ran into your room, tripped over that toy piano and WHACK!"
Unconsciously I rubbed my forehead. "We took you to the emergency room and you were simply fascinated. You were so upset we had to leave. From that day forward, you made it known that you were going to be a doctor that helps kids. I'm so proud of you. I feel like that was only yesterday." My mom pulled me closer to her and I could see that her eyes were misty.
"I'll miss it here. We have so many memories. I hope we have just as many memories at our new home in Seattle." Just then we heard the truck's horn and we knew it was time. I glanced around one more time and said my final farewell.
"Let's get this show on the road. I have a beautiful, hot woman waiting for me when I get back home." Emmett yelled as he was half dangling out of his Jeep's window.
I couldn't help but roll my eyes. We haven't really seen much of Emmett lately because he has been going to the University of Washington on a football scholarship. It's his senior year and has an apartment that Jasper will be moving into with him. I have to stay on campus at least for one year, school requirement. Then I think I'll be looking forward to finding an apartment as well.
I turned to see my mom and dad climb into the rental truck. You could see my mom taking in one last look of our beautiful house. It was larger than most houses, but not large like many of the mansions that are around our neighborhood. This house suited our family perfectly; every room was filled with a purpose. The place were leaving behind was not just bricks and wood. It was held together with love, friendship, and hope. It was home. We were leaving it all behind to find a new home. Finally, I reached for the door of my silver Volvo, slid in the driver's side and turned on the engine. For the first time all my anxiety just melted away. My car and I had a certain connection. It is a complete guy thing to say, but it really does seem to know me.
We started pulling away from the house, Mom and Dad in the lead. Jasper was in the passenger seat of my car. I turned to him knowing we both decided to do this together. We had a feeling that our lives were going to change in Seattle. I turned to my brother beside me and took a deep breath, "Ready Jasper? Here's to our new lives." I raised my bottle water to his and without saying another word, I knew what he was thinking and he knew what I was feeling.
"It'll be a change. I'm glad I decided to transfer to UW. It wouldn't be the same to stay around here and have the rest of my family on the west coast." Jasper was transferring from Cornell to UW. His major was Psychology, but he had a secret talent for photography. I don't know how he does it, but he is able to capture emotions and feelings in one picture. Sometimes I wonder if he had a secret super power that caused him to know what people were feeling.
Chicago's sky line was disappearing at a rapid rate. It was a beautiful sight at night and now it was time to expand our horizons and move on to the Seattle life. Our dad, Edward Sr., was an architect and was part of a firm that just expanded to Seattle. He was picked as one of the elite to help build it up. Mom, Esme, is an interior designer and said that she was open for a change of scenery. We had all talked it over and decided that we would move together.
I had already responded to an acceptance from Cornell as well. Thankfully when we found out we were moving, I was able to contact University of Washington admissions and both Jasper and I were able to transfer to there instead. They were quick to accept us when they saw our applications and transcripts. It really does pay off to earn high grades.
I looked in my rearview mirror and started laughing. Jasper turned around and began laughing as well. If you could picture a built, 6'3 male singing into candy bar and he was being very animated.
"Edward, roll down the windows and I'll turn down the radio." I loved the way Jasper thought. We knew that Emmett usually kept his windows down unless it finally hit ten degrees outside. He also likes to listen to his music very loudly, but no one would ever say anything to him for fear of their life.
"Is that what I think it is…no way!! Does Rose know he sings along to those kinds of songs?" I couldn't stop laughing. I heard Jasper snort; this was going to be a very entertaining drive.
The lyrics were now filling the air around us.
Its out with the old and in with the new,
Goodbye clouds of Gray, hello skies of blue
A dip in the pool, a trip to the spa
Endless days in my chaise
The whole world according to moi
Excuse Me Thank You
Iced tea imported from England,
Lifeguards imported from Spain,
Towels imported from Turkey,
Turkey imported from Maine,
We're gonna relax and renew,
You, go, do!
I want fabulous,
That is my simple request,
All things fabulous,
Bigger and better and best,
I need something inspiring to help me get along,
I need a little fabulous is that so wrong?
Fetch me my jimmy choo flip flops,
Where is my pink prada tote?
I need my tiffany hair band,
And then I can go for a float. (HSM 2, Fabulous, Ashley Tisdale and Lucas Grabeel)
I looked one more time and you could see Emmett's arm flailing in a very girly way and his head swinging back and forth to the beat. To bad I couldn't have foreseen the future; I would have kept my camcorder in the car.
BPOV
I can't believe when summer ends, I'll be going to college. I have been trying to save up to help any way that I can for college. Our parents have made sure that our college tuition has been paid for, but I still prefer to have worked for my money. We were taught to have responsibility so we don't have to rely on others. It's always good to have a back up plan.
Our parents are wonderful. Our dad, Carlisle is a doctor at the local hospital. He is just getting ready to open a practice where he can enroll medical students and have them part of the medical program at the university. He's really excited and hopes this gives the students a little more practice in the world of medicine.
Mom, Tanya, is going to be working at the office. She'll basically be the secretary or better known as the Administrative Assistant. When I'm not working, I'll try to help out when I can. She's looking forward to see the new office and getting to know other adults. She has been a housewife and mom for as long as I could remember. She finally feels comfortable going out into the world.
"Hey, Bella! Can you come in my room for a sec?" Alice stuck her head in my doorway and ran down the hall.
"Be right there. Let me just finish up this page." I sighed and dog-eared my spot in my book. My poor copy of Wuthering Heights is beat up and breaking at the spine. I think it gives it character.
"Bellllaaaa, put your book down and get in here." I snapped out of my daydream and went to Alice's room.
"Okay Alice, you have me. What is it you need?" She was standing there, if you could call it that. I really wondered if she ever made anyone seasick watching her rock back and forth on the balls of her feet.
"I was thinking about hitting the shops in town. Don't roll your eyes! You know I only have your best interest at heart." Oh no, she's already giving the pouty face. Usually it takes a few times of saying no before that happens.
"We're not going to be playing Bella Barbie, are we?" I could only hope. I'm your average looking girl. I tried to blend into the crowd instead of standing out. Well, as much as I could blend in. I have a way of making an entrance. I've tripped over more rugs, steps, and my own feet than I could keep track of. I wonder every day how I have managed to keep myself standing upright.
"How about we go for mani's and pedi's and check a few clothing stores. I promise to take it easy on you. Rose will be doing most of the shopping any way. Emmett has been away for over a week and she still has to wait a few more days. I figured we could go shopping and she can buy herself a new outfit or ten. And we can enjoy each other's company." Well, she did have a good point there.
I sighed lightly, "Alright, I'll go. As long as you promise not to go all psycho-pixie on me and we can stop at the bookstore." Alice was the smallest of all of us. Her brown hair cut short and went in every direction giving her the look of a little pixie. Her energy could rival any 3 year old that was hyped on sugar and red dye.
Alice feigned shock and we both started laughing. Rose came running in a few seconds later. One look at us, she realized we were going shopping and she started jumping up and down.
"Let's go let mom and dad know where we're going. Then we can head out." I grabbed my wallet and keys from my room and headed downstairs.
"Mom, dad, where are you guys?" I asked while looking in the living room.
"We're in here." Carlisle called out from his study.
"Rose, Alice, and I are going to head downtown. Rose is missing Emmett and we figure we could distract her, if only for a bit." Carlisle nodded and understood.
"Be safe. Will you ladies be back in time for dinner? Or shall we have dinner for two." My father looked at my mom and you could see the smile creeping up.
"We'll probably grab some dinner when we're out. You guys have been working really hard getting the practice opened. Take some time for yourselves and go out and have a peaceful dinner." I ran over to my mom and dad and gave them both a quick hug and kiss and ran to the garage.
I could already hear the music pumping from the car. "Let's go Bella. We're going to have so much fun."
I jumped into Alice's yellow Porsche and let the music take my mind off all the shopping and walking we are going to be doing today. There was something in the air, change was coming, but I couldn't tell if it was going to be good or bad.
A/N: Sooooo whatcha think?? Let me know, pretty please. puppy dog face Thank you.