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Chapter 1: Introductions

Bella POV

Forks High. Home of the Spartans. I pulled into the parking lot early, way too early. I assumed that others would be here; it being only 7:45 and school began at 8:15. I guess I was wrong to assume anything, the saying never assume, it makes an ass out of you and me popping into my head.

Today was my first day. I'll admit that starting on a Tuesday in the middle of November wasn't the best, but it'll have to do. My junior year started at my old high school, in Phoenix. I had only moved to Forks, Washington the past Friday but I thought I may as well start school, wanting to get it over with as soon as possible.

I was never a social person, but starting at a new school in the middle of the first semester of my junior year would not help that. Back in Phoenix I had a few friends, but I had never been close with any of them. I preferred to be alone, and I guess you could blame that on my father.

Charlie Swan was the Chief of police in the small town of Forks. In such a small town everyone knew each other and news travelled fast. I was greeted by people everywhere I went, knowing that I was Charlie Swan's daughter. My parents had met in Forks and gotten married young, and then I came along. Soon after my birth the marriage was in the dumps and I moved with my mom down to Phoenix, while Charlie stayed in Forks. I came to visit most summers, but as I got older the visits became less frequent and more awkward. I definitely got my awkwardness from Charlie. My mom was the exact opposite.

Renee. She was spunky, talkative, and fun. She was also very childish and many times I found myself being the 'adult' of the household, going grocery shopping and taking care of the chores while Renee went out. I never had a problem with it, actually liking being alone in the house and having peace and quiet.

As I sat in my car waiting for more people to arrive, I thought back to the events that caused me to move here to Forks:

I was waiting up for Renee to come home; she said she would be home around 9, and it was now 11:30. She'd done this before, but I couldn't shake the feeling I had in the pit of my stomach that something bad had happened. I had the TV on, the volume low, as background noise as all the possible reasons for Renee being late ran through my head. It wasn't until 11:55 that I heard the knock on the door, relieved that she was now home. I opened the door ready to ask where she had been when I realized it wasn't her at the door, but two police officers. They asked to come in and then my fears were confirmed. The bad feeling I had as to Renee being late was confirmed. The officers informed me that Renee and her husband, Phil, had gotten in an accident on their way home. The impact of the semi, from the side, was so strong that they had died instantly, feeling no pain. I was stunned and in shock, not being able to process the idea of my mom's death. No tears fell from my eyes; I sat there speechless as the officers started listing options for my living arrangements. I knew the best option was to move in with Charlie, but I wasn't ready to leave my home yet. I told one of the men, Officer Roderick, of my dad and he insisted upon calling him and informing him of the situation. Charlie flew in the next day, Renee and Phil's funeral was the day after, and the following week I was on a plane headed to Washington. I didn't shed a single tear after hearing the news, or at the funeral. I was still in shock, I still hadn't truly comprehended their death and that I wouldn't see my mom ever again.

Back to reality. I was still sitting in my car and there still wasn't a single person in lot beside myself. I decided to go into the school and see if the office was open, so I could find out my class schedule and figure out where I was going. The woman at the front desk had a kind smile and knew who I was before I even stated my name. Like I said, news travels fast in such a small town. The news of Chief Swan's daughter moving into town was spread even before I arrived, but the reason for me moving was never revealed. It was a nice feeling that not all my secrets had been revealed to the public.

Students started to file into the building; it must be close to the beginning of first period. I looked at my watch and it was now 8:05. I still had time to kill and decided to find my locker. I put in a few unnecessary books in it, and started to walk towards my first class-English. Halfway down the hall I ran into something, or someone, and fell to the floor as my books flew everywhere. The person I ran into looked down at me in bewilderment and offered me a hand. I looked right into his eyes, and I swore I could see into his soul. He was beautiful, an adonis; strikingly emerald-green eyes, pale skin, and a nice build all combined to form this adonis. I took his hand, then looked down realizing I had been staring in his eyes for far too long. I bent down to pick up my books, then proceeded to apologize and thank him.

I blushed and frantically said, "I'm so sorry! I wasn't paying attention, and didn't even see you in front of me!"

He looked at me with a smug grin, "It's fine, no problem at all." He seemed so calm, while I was frantic and embarrassed.

"Thank you for helping me up. I'm Bella, by the way. Actually Isabella Swan, but I prefer Bella." I said as I reached out my hand in a thank-you gesture, to the green-eyed beauty.

"Edward Cullen." He took my hand and softly shook it.

I was about to apologize again, but was interrupted by the ringing of the bell signaling the start of first period. We went our separate ways, but Edward was all I could think about.

Class passed by quickly, nothing of significance happening. It was now lunch, and I headed to the library, not having much of an appetite. Edward Cullen was still on my mind as I sat down and pulled out my copy of Wuthering Heights. I had read this book over and over again, but it never got old. Even as I was reading, Edward kept popping into my head; his eyes were ingrained into my memory.

Lunch soon ended, and after looking at my schedule I headed towards the science building to Biology. There happened to be an empty seat at one of the lab tables, right next to Edward Cullen. It seemed fateful that I sit next to him in the one class we had together. I sat down next to him, keeping my head down as Mr. Molina lectured. Edward still hadn't said anything and I wasn't sure if he was a nervous as I was or bothered that I was his new lab partner.

As the bell rang, I started to pack my things and Edward finally spoke up.

"Bella, I was wondering if you would like to accompany me to the library after school? We need to work on our biology project and this afternoon is a perfect time."

I was surprised at his suggestion, after previously thinking he didn't like me as a lab partner and replied, "Sure, I'll meet you there after class."

I tried to act calm, while on the inside I was screaming with joy. Edward Cullen wanted to hang out with me! Even if it was just to work on a school project, the thought of being with Edward outside of class excited me.

A/N: This chapter is just an introduction to the story, the upcoming chapters will have more 'action'. This fic will have both Bella, and Edward's POV. Reviews are welcomed and appreciated. Thanks for reading!