Summary: Alice and Jasper have taken Emmett and Edward to Alaska on a hunting trip. Bella hasn't gone to the Cullen house in a few days, but suddenly, she urgently needs to speak to one of them. But what about? (Includes mature themes! warning!)
This is a short story, probably around 10-15 chapters depending on how fast or slow the story goes, etc. It includes dark theme's so please don't read unless you can handle this...
Bella's POV
I looked at the clock slowly. It was 7:30pm. I'd been sat here, rocking and crying for 2 hours. It was crazy, but I had no intention of moving.
Just then, the phone beside me started vibrating against the bed sheet. I slowly reached over and grabbed it even though I didn't want to. "Hello?" My voice sounded terrible. I had to try and hide it. I cleared my throat softly.
"Bella darling?" It was Esme. Lovely. "You were supposed to arrive here 15 minutes ago? Are you okay, sweetie?"
I swallowed quickly as tears began to form in my eyes. "Yes," I lied. "I'm fine. I'm running late cause I'm making some food…"
"Oh." I could hear the smile in her voice. "You know I would have gladly made food here for you if you'd asked."
"I know…" I said quietly. "I'll see you soon, Esme."
All of the Cullen's had gone hunting, except for Carlisle, Esme and Rosalie. Emmett and Edward had gotten hungry very quickly lately and so Alice and Jasper took them hunting, since they needed to stock up too. I believe they travelled to Alaska – Emmett loved mighty food.
They only left for 5 days, and it was only day 3 now. It felt like forever, and even more so now I needed Edward, though I told myself calmly it was better he wasn't here to see me like this. He'd just worry.
I'd been home for hours, immediately getting into the shower when I did. I was in there for a good amount of time, and I didn't miss the razors on the shelf. A lot of them. One fell to the floor when I reached for the shampoo and the blade came out. The thought had only come to me right then and there, and I was horrified. But, I couldn't stop myself. I was hurting so bad, I didn't regret it. I just regretted the words I left embedded on my skin, red and raw.
What had I done? It wasn't like me, not at all.
I had to see Esme. And I knew Rosalie would understand. The problem wasn't the cutting; it was the thing that led me to the cutting in the first place. I needed to sort it now, I felt so ashamed and sad.
I ran the shower – for the third time this afternoon – and sighed as the hot water bathed my skin. I grabbed the shower gel, slapping a large amount onto the sponge. It looked horrid, a gray, slimy liquid but it smelt amazing.
Gently, I ran the sponge over my skin, wincing when it reached my wrists and arm. I closed my eyes, savouring the water calmly. I just wanted to stand in the water all day. I stopped myself though; I'd been in the shower long enough today.
Even though it killed me, I slowly stepped out on the rug, wrapping a towel around me. I picked out my baggy sweat pants, 2 t-shirts (one long) and my Minnie Mouse hoodie. It was quite hot outside, but I liked this outfit. I guess.
I didn't bother much with my hair. Just clipped my bangs up on the side with a flower. It would do, I wasn't trying to impress anyone.
It took me less than 5 minutes to get downstairs, lock the door and get into my beat up truck. I sat in the seat for a few minutes, staring at my house – well Charlie's house.
I knew that Esme would worry, since I took longer than anticipated. I mean, I was running late when I rang her so how long did food take? I quickly pulled the car into gear, heading towards the lanes that lead down to the Cullen's drive.
They had a long driveway, and it took me about 5 minutes to reach there house. And of course, a house full of vampires wouldn't miss the roaring of my truck. Not even human's would miss the noise.
Just as I expected, when I climbed out of the front seat, Esme, Carlisle and Rosalie were waiting for me on the porch.
"Bella!" Esme said, her concerned eyes lighting up with joy. "What took you so long? It's 8:04pm."
She was accurate with time. Very accurate. "The grill was playing up."
Carlisle didn't believe me, you could tell by the way his eyes narrowed as he looked me up and done. I tried not to squirm. I was never good with lying.
Rosalie took my hand and led me into the house. "Well, at least you're here now. Where is your bag?" She looked at my empty hand.
"Um..." shit, I had forgotten my stuff. I was staying here until the rest got back. "I left them at the house."
"Did you forget you were staying?" Rosalie asked as she pulled us down onto the couch.
I laughed, only a little. "Something like that."
Esme and Carlisle sat down on the couch opposite. They're love was so strong, and them sitting there just holding hands made it shine through the whole house. I smiled a little.
Esme smiled back at me. "Like Rosalie said, at least you are here now, dear."
"Are you sure you ate?" Carlisle asked. It came so abruptly that I flinched and wrapped myself up with my arms. This is why I had worn baggy clothes. I had been eating, just not as much as I used too. Edward hadn't noticed. Or if he did he didn't say anything.
I nodded. "Of course I did. Why do you think I took so long?"
He shrugged and let the subject drop.
Before any of us had chance to say anything else, Rosalie had pulled a pile of DVD's off of the shelf and they were all neatly on her lap. I didn't even see her move. "Which one?" she asked.
I pointed towards 'Matilda.' It was an amazing film that I used to love watching. The Cullen's didn't mind it either.
By the time we'd finished watching 2 movies, it was 10:30pm. Was it too late to talk to Esme and Rosalie? And perhaps Carlisle too. I decided it was.
I followed Rosalie up to her bedroom. Thankfully, Carlisle had drove back home to get my stuff for me. I smiled when I saw my comforted on the bed and climbed under the covers.
Rosalie left then and that's when the tears started. Nervousness rolled inside me. Tomorrow, I would speak to them. I had too.
hmm, what does Bella need to tell them? will she be okay? please review, they'll make me update;D