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Chapter 1

For the past five years it has been my brother Emmett, my dad Charlie and me, Bella. My mom Renee died in a car accident when she was coming home from work one rainy night. I was 13 and I'll never forget the words of my father when he told us.

~Flashback~

I was sitting on the couch reading a book and getting very annoyed at Emmett

"Emmett, please stop I am trying to read." I said as politely as I could

"Oh you are no fun at all Bella." He whined

"You are whining like a 5 year old." I laughed. I heard the front door open and then shut quickly. My dad walked in, head down and all of his gear still on. (He is the police Chief of Forks.)

"Dad? Are you alright? What's wrong?" I asked. He took a deep breath and looked both of us straight in the eye. I took a quick glance at Emmett and we both knew immediately something bad must have happened.

"You two might want to sit down. There is something I need to tell you." Emmett and I sat down on the couch and waited. After what seemed like hours my dad began speaking.

"Your mother was in a car accident. A big truck hit her head on, she didn't survive. He whispered the last part. I gasped and didn't know what to say. Nothing could be said at this moment. I just began crying. My brother held me and my dad just sat there, hands in his head.

~End Flashback~

So now, back in the present, I am 18 and graduating High School. I got accepted into New York University. My best friend, Alice Cullen, is attending there too. She is kind of short and has short spiky black hair. Emmett and her older brother, Edward, have been there for two years already and are flying down for graduation. Edward is unbelievably gorgeous. He has this unique bronze hair that never stays in place and green eyes that are so easy to get lost in. Whenever I would go to Alice's house, he would either leave or stay up in his room. He is studying to be a doctor and Emmett got sent on a football scholarship. His girlfriend Rosalie, who likes to be called Rose, is at Julliard. She makes anyone jealous just by walking into the room with her model looks. Rosalie is also one of my best friends. Jasper, he is Alice's boyfriend and Rose's younger brother, is at NYU also, in his freshman year. He is perfect for Alice. I am so happy hey found each other.

"Bella? Are you ready?" I heard Alice say as she slowly opened my door.

"Uh, no I still don't know what to wear. I think I might just wear my pajamas." I said.

"Well lucky for you I brought you an outfit!" She exclaimed dancing into my room. Did I mention she has a lot of energy? She threw a bag into my hands and ushered me into the bathroom.

"Ok once you are dressed come out here so I can do your hair and put some make up on you."

I stopped, "One condition, actually two. Please not a lot of make up and I get to wear flats." She pouted, "But Bella…."

I laughed, "Wow, you sound just like Emmett." Alice stuck her tongue out at me and pushed me into the bathroom. I took the outfit out of the shopping bag. It was a silver/gray mini skirt with a black belt. Also a loose fit tank top with a racerback shape and a white cami to wear underneath. I came out of the bathroom, "Umm, Alice don't you think this is a little too formal. I mean it is only graduation."

"Bella, this isn't just any graduation. We are graduating from high school and you have to look your best." She said.

"No one is even going to see this outfit underneath the hideous yellow cap and gowns."

"Stop complaining and come sit. I have to do your hair and make up. Oh and by the way I am throwing a party after and guess who will be there." Alice said while curling my hair.

"Who?" I asked confused.

"Edward. He decided to stay and hang out with all of us." I gasped. Edward was going to be there. Great.

"Oh ok." I replied. Nothing more was said as she finished my make up.

"All done. Now get your shoes. We have to take pictures before we leave." Alice told me as she danced her way out of my room and down the stairs. I laughed at my best friend. She was the best. I quickly put on my black flats, grabbed my cap and gown and walked out of my room. Going down the stairs I noticed Alice talking to my dad and Emmett. There was one more person but I didn't recognize him since his back was facing me.

"Wow Bells, you look beautiful. Dad, have your gun ready. We are going to have to fight off the guys." Emmett said.

"Shut up." I said and Emmett laughed. In the midst of all this I missed the last step and tripped. Before I made contact with the floor, someone caught me. I looked up at the person and saw that is was Edward. Looking down at my feet, I blushed.

"Thanks." I whispered.

"Your welcome." He said. I melted at the sound of his voice.

"Whoa there Edward. Don't get to close to my little sister." I blushed even more and Edward just shook his head.

"Ok! Picture time!" Alice yelled clapping her hands together. We all laughed at her enthusiasm. My dad took pictures of me and Alice, me and Emmett, and Alice and Edward.

"Alice are your parents meeting us there?" my dad asked.

"Yes. Is it alright that you give me a ride? Edward is going to drive his car back to my house and then drive over with my parents."

"Sure. But we better get going. We don't want to be late." All four of us hopped in my dad's police cruiser and drove to Forks High School.

"Come on Bella, We have to go line up." Alice said as soon as we got out of the car.

"I'll see you after the ceremony." I told my dad.

"Ok. Bye kiddo." He gave me a hug.

"Love you" I whispered.

"Love you too." He replied. I gave Emmett a big hug and then ran to catch up with Alice, surprisingly not falling on my way over. Everything after that passed in a blur. I barely remember hearing my name being called. Once the diplomas were handed out, everyone left to go meet with their families.

"Congratulations little sis. You finally did it!" Emmett yelled as soon as I reached them. "Congratulations sweetie." Esme, Alice and Edward's mother, said as she gave me a hug. Carlisle, their father, told me "Congratulations. We are so proud of you and Alice."

"We finally graduated Bella!" Alice yelled as she attacked me.

"I know I never thought it would happen!"

"Welcome to the real world Bells." My dad said. We began walking to our cars but I was pulled back gently, "Hey Bella." It was Edward.

"Yeah?" I said

"Congrats." He quickly gave me a hug. "See you tonight at the party?"

I was still in a daze from his hug, "Umm, yeah. I'll be there."

He smiled then walked away. When I caught up to Alice she gave me a look as in "we will talk later".

Carlisle and Esme followed us to my house. "Ok drop your stuff off and then you are coming to my house." Alice instructed. I nodded and went inside with my dad.

"Emmett are you coming?" I asked as I ran upstairs.

"Yes! In what world do I miss a party." He called back. When I got back downstairs I just laughed. "Bye dad. I'll be home tomorrow morning."

"Ok Bells. Be safe and Emmett,"

"Yeah dad?"

"Keep an eye on your sister." He said.

"Will do! See ya" then we left.

"So I already have our dresses and shoes." Alice was telling me as we walked inside her house, which probably could be labeled as a mansion instead. "Is there anything we need to set up?" I asked.

"I was getting there," She said and I laughed, "We only have a few decorations, the lights and food and then it is all done." Alice finished

"Did I hear food?" Emmett called from the living room.

"Yes but you don't get any until the party. I have a surprise for you by the way Emmett." She yelled back. Emmett screamed like a girl and ran into the room followed by Edward who was laughing.

"Ooh what is it?" he practically yelled. Alice pointed to a door that led to a guest bedroom, "Go open that door and see for yourself." He walked over to the door and opened it. Rosalie walked out and Emmett gasped. "Rosie!" he yelled and engulfed her in a hug and spun her around. She giggled and kissed him. I was happy for my brother but couldn't help but wonder if I would ever get that.

"Hey Bella," Rosalie said, "Congratulations on graduating high school."

"Thanks Rose." I said. Jasper soon arrived and we all set things up.

"Let's go Bella. It is time to get ready." She dragged me upstairs. Rosalie stayed with Emmett and Edward and Jasper were talking.

"What happened with you and my brother after graduation?" Alice asked

"Well…uh, he just pulled me back, gave me a hug and said congrats." She nodded and dropped it. That made me suspicious but I let it go.

"Go change into this and then I will touch up your hair." She handed me dress that was covered by a bag. I went into her bathroom. I pulled out a gorgeous dress. It was a champagne color butterfly wave front ruffle dress with tank top straps. The earrings were dangly and gold and then a pair of champagne stilettos to complete it. My hair was still curled from graduation except this time Alice pinned it back.

"Come out Bella! I want to see it." Alice yelled from the other side of the door. I walked out slowly so I wouldn't fall.
"Oh my gosh! That looks beautiful on you. Once again I pick the perfect outfit."

I laughed, "The only thing is that I am going to kill myself in these shoes."

"Don't worry. You won't fall." She assured me

"Where is your dress?" I asked. She ran into the bedroom carrying a similar bag to mine. A few minutes later she came out in a strapless fuschia colored dress. It had a black beaded design on the left side. Black stilettos and black studs completed her outfit. Her hair was straightened and fell perfectly around her face.

"That dress is perfect for you." I said. She twirled around, "You think so?"

"Yes," I assured her, "Jasper is going to go crazy." She laughed and then grabbed my hand and we walked out.

"Let's get this party started!" we heard Emmett yell.