Chapter One-Coming to Forks

I decided to move to Forks for two reasons. Renee only knew one of them, and assumed it was the only one. She thinks it's because I want to get to know Charlie, my dad. Hah! As if. No, the real reason is because of Phil. She doesn't know, but Phil was not the type of family man she thought he was. He went on drunken rages, cursed me out, and hit me, all the time. Well, only when he knew Renee wouldn't find out. He threw me down the stairs once, and I broke my leg, because I spilled laundry soap all over his baseball uniform. Poor baby. How would he ever survive? Renee was heartbroken when I told her I wanted to move, but she would survive. Phil was good to her, just not me.

We were in the car, waiting for my plane to arrive. I looked around the airport parking lot. A piece of trash flew across the street. I watched it with sad eyes. I wished I could tell Renee the truth, but I couldn't do that to her. When the plane touched down, I was only too eager to get on it. I hurried into the terminal with my bag in hand and a small carry-on bag on my arm. When it was time, Renee was crying, Phil consoled her, throwing dirty glances over her shoulder at me. I couldn't wait to leave.

I sat in my seat on the plane, watching Phil's car speed out of the parking lot. I was finally free. I reached into my bag and pulled out my iPod. I pulled on the headphones and one of my favorite songs came on, Can't touch this by M.C. Hammer. I smiled, remembering dancing to this with my best friend, Luke. Oh, man. I missed Luke already. It would seriously suck without him. How would I ever survive? I replayed the last time I saw him.

FLASHBACK

Luke and I are at the park, he holding my hand as I cry. He doesn't know why I am crying, just knows I need him right now.

"Luke, I need to tell you something," I sniffled.

"What is it Bella? You can tell me anything, you know that-right?"

"Yeah Luke, that just makes it harder though."

"You don't have to talk to me Bells, its ok."

"No," I sobbed, "It isn't Luke, it isn't alright."

"Bella, what happened? Were you hurt? This is killing me, please tell me!"

"Luke," I mumbled, "I'm so sorry. I don't want to do this but I have to. I am moving to Forks, to be with Charlie."

"W-what do you mean? You aren't serious, right?" I could see the pain in his eyes.

"L-Luke," I stammered, "I have to do this, I am so sorry. Please forgive me!"

"I… Bella… I mean… uh… Why? WHY! Is it me? It must be! I am so sorry! I didn't want to hurt you! What did I do? Please-tell me!"

"Luke! It isn't you, I promise. I really do want to stay, but there is a problem, and I just have to go. I love you though."

He sobbed, "How can you do this to me? I need you Bella! Please don't go!"

I was crying again now too, "I am so sorry Luke, one day you'll understand though. I really wish I can tell you, but I can't."

I looked up into his emerald eyes, and stroked a piece of his hair back behind his ear. Then he surprised me by pulling me into a tight embrace. I inhaled deeply. His tears were streaming down harder now, silent sobs wracking his body.

"I love you Luke," I whispered, "But I have to go now. I snuck out and Renee would have a heart attack if she found out. I am leaving tomorrow, and I will call you. I love you."

"Goodbye Cow-Bells," he whispered with a smile at my old nickname.

"Bye Lucifer," I used his nickname to lighten the mood and broke away. Tears were flooding now, making it harder and harder to see. I wobbled unsteadily and then walked off, trying to appear strong. When I got home, I collapsed on the bed, my heart felt torn in two.

END FLASHBACK

I jerked back into reality as the plane hit the runway, bouncing a little. I realized my eyes were flooding with burning tears. I swallowed the lump in my throat and stood up to grab my bag and leave. I met Charlie at baggage claim, and he drove me home in the cruiser. Charlie is the police chief, so that was completely expected. We made small talk on the way, but my heart was still aching too badly to really commit to any conversation, so most of the drive was spent in silence.

I was surprised when we pulled up to see a car already in the driveway.

"Hey, dad? What is that?"

"Oh, Bells I knew you would want a vehicle so I bought you one as a coming-home gift." He answered, clearly happy with himself.

"A car, for me? Wow dad, thanks! It's awesome!"

It truly was. A cute little Ford Focus, small and slightly beaten up, but perfect. The paint was black and glossy, and I could see that it had a backseat. It was perfect for me.

"Well, I figured you needed something to get to school and back, and if you wanted to go up to Port Angeles or something."

"Thanks again dad, I love it."

"Of course Bella."

When we got into the house, he brought my bag upstairs and left me to unpack. The recent surprise of the new car had worn off, and the pain of losing Luke was reappearing. I quickly put my clothes away and slid the bag under the bed. I grabbed a towel and my toiletry bag and went to shower. I turned the water on hot. I stepped in, relaxing immediately as the jets relaxed my muscles. I softly sang love songs to myself as I tried to calm down. After that I stepped into the warm towel and got into my pajamas. I headed back to my room to the computer. It was a horrible old thing, wheezing and groaning as I coaxed it to life. I checked my e-mail and was surprised to see that I had 4 new messages. I looked to see who they were from. Renee, Renee, Renee, and…Luke! I ignored Renee's and opened Luke's.

Bella,

You know I miss you like crazy and I really wish we could talk again, even though it has only been one day. I don't want you to think of me as a crybaby, but I feel

Like when you left, you took a piece of me with you. I love you forever and for always, Luke

This tugged at my heartstrings and tears welled up in my eyes as I sent a reply.

Luke,

I miss you too, and I really want to talk. It has been only like one day, even though it seems like a lifetime. I could never think of you as a crybaby, never. And I swear, I exchanged a piece of me when I took that piece of you. I just feel hollow and empty, like the shell of a person. I am miserable without you. You have to promise me you will be okay though. I am going to try, and I hope you will too.

Did you know Charlie got me a gift? He got me a car as a "welcome home" gift. It is the cutest little Ford Focus, and I just love it. Not like I love you though. Nothing can compare to the love I feel deep in my heart for you.

Love you like there's no tomorrow,

Bella

I hit send and checked the ones from Renee.

Bella,

How was the plane ride? Are you doing okay? I miss you so much!

Renee

Bella,

Is Charlie treating you well? How about the car, he told me about that, did you love it? I thought you would…

Renee

Bella,

Why haven't you answered me yet? I am getting very worried. Please answer me. I will call the house if you don't.

Renee

I very quickly typed up a reply to those.

Mom,

The plane ride was fine. I am fine, and I miss you too. Charlie is great, and you were right-I love the car! I have not answered you yet because I just got home a little while ago. I had to unpack and get settled in. I love you mom, and I miss you lots.

Your Daughter,

Bella

After that, I laid out my outfit for tomorrow. It would be my first day at Forks High, the tiny high school here with less than 400 students. I hate to say it, but I was terrified. I was scared out of my wits. I picked a comfortable outfit: jeans, sneakers, and my favorite hooded sweatshirt-a dark blue one with a light blue Skechers emblem across the top. I then hit my lights and jumped into bed, slamming my eyes shut and thinking of my prince.