Disclaimer: I don't own Twilight or any of the characters, just the variation of the authors plot… unfortunately.
This story is a double imprint Bella, Jared, and Paul. I think this is a great combination you have angry rough Paul and a cool romantic Jared which might be the best balance for an erratic Bella. In this story Bella is sad about the Cullen's leaving their relationship only lasted a couple months and they moved away because of the threat it proposed of exposing them. That doesn't mean there are no other beasts roaming the forest there's always an enemy, a hero, and a damsel in distress! Hopefully Bella will have more of a personality, in my mind I view Bella as more of a Shailene Woodley than a Kristen Stewart alot warmer and a little less awkward.
Please review for more chapters and feel free to give me any ideas you may have! My imagination isn't endless and it sometime freezes lol!
Chapter 1: A New Start
Bella POV
It had been four months since the Cullen's moved away, I am tired of feeling so blurry. I have come to a realization….. I don't really know who I am or the person I want to become. I am so tired of being bored and lonely in every aspect of my life. I am a boring friend, bad daughter, and an empty person. Lost in my thoughts of life's contemplations … "Bella!" my head snapped to the sharp voice of my father.
"Bells? Hello? Are you in there?" Charlie asked waving his arms and eyebrows raised in exasperation, I looked back to my now soggy bowl of cereal.
"Dad, I need a change" I blurted out, he raised an eyebrow inquisitively "I want to go to La Push High" my voice sounded more like a question but determination was setting in.
"Are you sure?" he paused and said "I actually think that may be a good idea, Jake goes there so you would already know someone." I was surprised he was ok with it so quickly, after breakfast we made plans to drop by La Push High to register me as a new student.
The more I thought about changing schools the more it brightened my day. A new start would be good, this might be exactly what I was looking for. I could re-make myself and be a better student, which has been lacking in Forks the last few months. I would miss Angela but I would just have to make a better effort to be a good friend and spend time with her.
Arriving at La Push high a half an hour before school started was scary but exciting. Looking around the campus I did not realize it was a lot bigger than Forks. But in a way, it already felt homier and warmer, like I belonged here. As soon as we stepped into the office a beautiful Native American women was sitting behind the desk to great us. She had long black shiny hair pulled into a elegant braid and a overly warm smile that made me feel comfortable as soon as she started talked to use.
After I was registered I said bye to Charlie who gave me a awkward "Have a second good first day, kid" I snorted a laugh and made my way away from the office building. My time table said I had Native American History, American Literature, Pottery, Calculous, and Environmental Science. Luckily no P.E to my relief, she also said that the class sizes were a lot smaller to classes of about 15 people.
Searching my way down the halls got me a little turned around, a petite girl with rich dark brown hair and kind eyes looked up at me as I shyly made my way over towards her, maybe she could help me.
" Hey I'm Bella I just started here today and I have no idea where I'm going cab you point me in the right direction?" I asked shyly, she smiled warmly suddenly reminding me of Angela.
"Yeah of course, I'm Kim by the way its nice to meet you" she said shyly holding her hand out, I handed her my schedule.
"Wow you're in all of my classes, the first one is this way" she said and lead me back down the hall I came from.
"We are a little early but I can walk with you there if you like" I nodded my head and smiled appreciatively.
"So you're new to the area?" she asked I shook my head "No I just transferred from Forks High"
She raised her brow inquisitively, confused, "I Just needed a change you know?" she smiled nodding in understanding "I think you'll really like it here, the classes are so much fun and everyone around here is pretty nice."
We reached our first class and fell into easy conversation she was really nice and easy to talk to. she said she didn't have many friends because of how shy she was. The class we were in was Native American History the walls were filled with beautiful artwork and posters of pottery, jewelry, and animals. The classroom seemed to be alive with culture. Soon students started to file in, Kim and I sat side by side two rows back. The teacher had yet to arrive but rushed inside as soon as the bell rang, he was handsome and seemed quite young. He was very tall, maybe 6'6 or a little taller and perfectly muscular. He had dark thick hair and tanned golden skin like many did on the reservation.
His deep voice sent vibrations to be gaining my attention swiftly as he started rattling off a few names for roll, until he got to mine brows scrunched up like he didn't recognize the name… "Swan, Isabella?" his head lifted as he scanned the room. I raised my hand shyly and his deep amber eyes locked on mine, they were so intense and smoldering, his eyebrows knit together, I couldn't look away I was so entranced in his locked stare. I could hear my heart pounding in my ears but I didn't understand why, I felt something tug my sleeve sharply. I jerked my eyes from his gaze pulling my head to look at Kim who just looked at me funny… I heard him clear his throat and finish the roll.
"Good Morning class, we have a new student Miss Isabella Swan… a transfer from Forks I believe is that right Isabella?" he asked his voice was so rich and deep
"Just Bella Please" I said shyly a small smile playing on his lips
"Well welcome to La Push Bella, I am Mr. Meraz but most of the students just call me Jared."
I nodded and said a quiet 'thank you'. He taught all about the Ancient Native Peoples and their cave drawings he was very interesting to listen to. His eyes were alive with life and excitement, I could tell he really loved what he talked about. Our eyes would lock ever so often and an electric buzz would fill me, it was enthralling but a complete puzzle.
"RRINNNGGG" The shrill bell signaling class was over interrupting my thoughts I looked to Kim in confusion she wasn't packing up to go to the next class.
"Mr. Meraz teaches English so we just stay in here." Her simple explanation upon seeing my confusion. I just nodded, the room suddenly intoxicating with electricity I looked over and he was staring at me with such an intense look I could feel my blush heat my cheeks. He stood and walked over towards my desk slowly never breaking eye contact.
"Bella, you are in my English Lit class as well, the students are turning in a paper tomorrow but I don't expect you to. Just try and keep up I'm sure Kim wouldn't mind giving you her notes to help you out and I am always here if you need any help at all" he said looking towards Kim, she nodded and smiled.
I could practically feel the heat his body radiated. His tall presence seemed to dwarf my own. I nodded not able to speak hoping I didn't look like a complete idiot with a small smile. He smiled back his eyes dancing in playful wonder, nearly knocking me over
The rest of classes that day went by in a blur, I couldn't wait to get out of school to clear my head. Kim gave me instructions with her notes and told me about the paper. He said I didn't have to do it but trying to live by my new motto… a new me… I would show people the best I could be.
Hoping deep down he was impressed with me. Shaking the thoughts out of my mind as ridiculous. He is your teacher stupid… even if he wasn't he looks like a Greek god and I look like a peasant.., the last thought gave me a small laugh.
Later that night my thoughts just swirled around Mr. Jared Meraz. I thoughts so completely inappropriate, a Schoolgirl Crush nothing more than infatuation I told myself…. but there was something about him. His tanned skin and deep eyes. He had a little stubble on a very Strong chiseled jaw line. He was wholly handsome and his image was burned in my brain wanting me to memorize every detail. Sleep came quickly and restlessly that night plagued with a new mysterious character.
To be continued: First Gaze Encounter, Jared POV
Please Review I would really appreciate your thoughts! Hope you like the rewrite!
~Ash
