This is my second Twilight fanfiction!!! =D
Disclaimer: I do not own twilight.... DAMN!
Meeting Eyes
Chapter one: Leave It To Bella
We looked at each other and smiled,"Ready? One, two, three," we giggled.
We opened the door and rushed into our apartment. Rose and I looked around taking it all in. I still couldn't believe Laken and Trace did this for us. As our foster parents they purchased a condo for us to stay in. We were estastic when they told us.
*******Flashback*******
"Bella, Rose! Please come down here please," Laken yelled.
We jumped off our beds and rushed to the kitchen where they were.
"Whats up," Rose asked.
Laken and Trace shared a smile before turning to us, "Well we have to talk… this is serious," Trace said turning serious.
"Whats going on," I asked concerned.
Rose and I sat on top of the counter, before sharing a glance we turned back to our foster parents.
"We have talked this over and," Laken started cutting lettuce and putting it in a bowl, "we are kicking you out of the house."
I gasped and clenched my chest. How could they! I am in my last year of college and of course I could have lived in a dorm but home is just too close and I decided to just drive back and forth, but I just cant afford to move out yet! I am paying off tuition and fees. And with all my studies I don't possibly have time to get a job and balance looking for a home or even gather money for a dorm!
I looked over at Rose and she was about to cry. She wasn't in college but she did just graduate Dartmouth University with flying colors. But she isn't having the best of luck finding a job or deciding on one. But it has only been four months. She has a part time job at a auto garage until she decides though, but still she wasn't in any position to leave as was I.
I felt tears sting my eyes and I took a deep breath. Until Laken and Trace stated laughing, Rose and I snapped our heads up and looked at them.
"Because," Laken giggled in her sweet voice, "you my precious angels are moving into your very own condos!"
Rose squeeled and I couldn't move, A CONDO!!!
Finally I moved and I stared at Rose who was jumping up and down.
I felt a rush of adrenaline rush through me and I jumped off the counter to give them a huge bear hug, but gravity had other plans for me. When I jumped off I landed on my butt, I giggled and jumped up to hug Laken who was laughing at my antics.
"Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
I looked over at Rose who was hugging our daddy, Trace, singing 'thank you, thank you' just like me. She caught my glance and smiled.
"SWITCH," we said laughing.
Rose and I switched parents and sang our thanks again.
They laughed and we fulled apart and looked at each other, "HUG!"
We gave each other a hug jumping up and down, "Yay yay yay!"
"I take it you are happy about this," Laken giggled.
"Hell yeah," Rose laughed still jumping up and down.
"Bella?"
I looked at Trace and Laken and smiled hugely, "Defiantly!"
*****End Flashback******
I looked around the apartment amazed, they fully furnished it completely for us and I couldn't be happier. We had the best foster parents in the whole world!
We were standing in the living room amazed. The beautiful hardwood floors shined and the tan walls looked great with the style of the room. Two large windows with brown blinds were to one side of the room. The furniture surrounded the stone fireplace and above that was the wide screen television. An antique rug layed in front of the fireplace with a beautiful wood coffee table with carvings engraved in it.
The tan plushlike couch sat on the otherside of the coffee table. It was huge and piled with autuom coloured pillows, with a white quilt hanging over the side.
On either side of the couch were matching end tables with the same lamps with the round shades casting a dim light in the room.
On the other sides of the coffee table were long red plush chairs with red pillows on them. The living room was complete with a stand beside the fireplace and a piece of art standing on the other side.
"Wow," I murmured.
Rose mocked my look with an open mouth and wide eyes.
We looked at each other and high-fived each other, and setting our purses on the stand.
We hooked arms, "well my dear sister shall we continue our voyage," Rose asked. I nodded and we skipped giddly to the luxurious kitchen.
Stopping dead in our tracks we made the same face as we did to the living room.
The floors were a beautiful white stone and the walls were the same as the living room with white paneling. On one wall there were two stone top large counters and in the middle was a black shining stove. Next to the counters was a tall fridge looking similar to the stove.
Above the counters were large wood cupboards with a microwave installed above the stove. On the other side of the wall were similar counters and cupboards with a large silver sink.
We high fived each other again and I ran to open the fridge.
"Its empty," I said disappointed.
"Bells don't be upset, they did all this for us we should at least go grocery shopping," Rose said setting her chin on my shoulder.
I sighed, "Your right," then I smiled, "Next room!"
We walked down the hall from the kitchen and opened the first door on the left to find an office room. I smiled thinking they did this for me so I can study in here and Rose can use the computer to look up parts for cars.
The floors were the same as the living room and the walls were orange with dark orange stripes. The rug was big and had circles all over it. Against one wall was a large blue couch that could fit six people. And beside it in one corner was a matching lounge chair. Across from that was a huge entertainment center with a 20 inch plasma television. On the shelves were books and car and fashion magazines.
Rose smiled as she looked through the magazines and I continued looking around on the other wall by the door was a computer desk with a large white flat screen monitor. Completed with a leather chair that sat in front of it.
I glanced at the sliding glass door on the other wall that led out to a patio!
"Rosey we have a patio," I giggled.
"What? No freckin way!"
We looked around more and we went to find our rooms. I laughed as I seen Laken had painted our names on our doors. We walked into the different rooms and I almost fainted. It was great! My fluffy carpet was white and I made a mental note not to eat or drink in here. The wall was purple with big black polka dots widely spaced around the room. Two large windows with heavy curtains, My bed was under one of the windows, it was queen sized!!! There was a purple lounge chair in one corner and a television on the opposite side of my bed hanging on the wall.
My closet was a walk in with shelves and shelves, awesome!
The other door lead into the bathroom with a huge marble bathtub in one corner and complete with shelves, counters and a toilet.
I heard Rose scream in excitement and I ran out of my room to see her and I ran into her in the hallway.
"Ouch Bella," Rose mumbled rubbing her forehead.
"Sorry," I giggled standing up.
"GIRLS," we heard Laken yell. We raced into the living room laughing when we reached Laken we jumped up and hugged her.
"Thank you, thank you," we sang.
She laughed, "No problem! Anything for you angels," she said hugging us.
We pulled back and started laughing when I saw Trace standing in the doorway carrying all of our luggage.
"Where do you want all of this," he asked in a strained voice.
"Anywhere," I giggled.
As soon as he rid of all our bags I jumped up and gave him a bear hug, "Thanks daddy, you rock," he laughed and hugged me back.
"Anytime Baby girl," he mumbled in my hair.
I pulled back and looked up at him, his black hair was ruffled and his green eyes were wide and it looked like he was about to cry.
Laken must have saw because she walked over and hugged him. I smiled as I watched them. They were such great people and they were perfect together.
I watched as he sobbed on her shoulder, and I was amazed because I never saw him cry before.
"Whats wrong," Rose asked concerned.
"My… baby… girls are leaving," he sobbed.
We rushed over and hugged them both, and we were all tangled in a group hug.
I love these people so much I don't know what I would do without them. When my biological mom and dad died in a crash when I was five I didn't know if I would survive. I was so attached to them and I went into a sort of depression. I still remembered when I met them, I was so determined not to like them.
*****Flashback*****
I was sitting in the corner at the funeral reception. Red streaks were all over my face and my eyes had a rim of black around them because of the lack of sleep.
I was curled up in the chair with my arms wrapped around my legs, sobbing into my black dress.
"Isabella, honey, are you alright," the lady asked.
I sobbed harder and shook my head. She put a hand on my shoulder and I shrugged it off.
"Bella sweetie, I know you don't understand but I have some people who would like to meet you," she said in a sweet tone.
I ignored her and sobbed some more. I heard people shuffling around me.
"Isabella," a Lady's voice said calmly.
I looked up at her and her hair was short and brown layered and she has glowing blue eyes. I sniffled and she spoke in a light voice.
"My name is Laken Olmsted, but you can call me whatever you like."
I looked from her to the tall lady confused.
The tall lady spoke up, "Isabella this is your new family."
My eyes grew and I was shaking slightly, "What? NO! My Mommy and Daddy are dead I have NO FAMILY! I wish I was dead too!"
I ran past them and into the bathroom and locked the door rocking back and forth on my feet nervously, crying louder. I looked at my reflection and grimaced. I wanted my mommy and daddy and I will never love anyone again!
There was a soft knock on the door, "Isabella, may I come in?"
It was a mans voice and I haven't heard it before, "Who you," I whimpered.
"My name is Trace."
I thought and wiped some of my tears, "Why should I let you in," I said stubbornly.
"Because I want to talk to you only if that is okay with you."
"Will you take me away?"
He almost whispered, "Of course not."
I slowly turned the knob and opened my door, "Yes?"
He walked in and sat on the floor and I shut the door and leaned against the door.
I looked at him and he smiled weakly, "You wanna talk?"
I folded my arms and scowled, "NO"
He looked down and I sniffed, he looked up and smiled, "you wanna tissue?"
He pulled out a tissue from his pocket and I nodded walking over and grabbing it from him, "Thank you."
"Anytime," he smiled.
"I don't know why you are trying to be so nice, I wont talk!"
He chuckled, "You are right now."
I stomped my foot, "Are not!"
"Are too"
"Are not"
"Are too"
"Are not"
"Are not"
"Are too… hey you tricked me!"
I tried not to smile but I couldn't help it and he started laughing. I bit my lip and giggled.
"There's that beautiful laugh," he smiled.
I bent down and hugged him, "Thank you," I smiled.
"For what?"
I hugged him tighter, "Making me laugh."
He shrugged, "Anything for an angel."
****End Flashback****
I smiled as I thought of the distant memory.
"Oh no," Rose gasped.
We pulled apart and looked at her, "What is it Rosey?"
"I left my cell phone in the car!"
I sighed and laughed, "I will get it for you."
She smiled and hugged me, "Thank you!"
I grabbed the keys from my purse and walked over to the elevator and pressed the button. I waited and entered the elevator pressing the button to the lobby.
I walked to the car and unlocked it. Bending over I reached for the phone that was in the cup holder.
"Nice ass!"
I quickly stood up, phone in hand, looking at the man who was grinning widely. Or should I say giant! He was huge! But I have to admit good looking.
"Excuse me," I said offended.
He leaned against my car, "Hey don't be mad, if I had a butt like that I wouldn't be ashamed to show it off either. Really please take it as a compliment," he smiled wider.
I scowled at him and I shut my door locking it. I started walking away but he walked beside me, "What's you name," he asked me.
"Whats your name," I backfired.
"Well beautiful my name is Travis. Now whats yours?"
I rolled my eyes and kept walking, "Umm… please leave me alone."
I walked into the lobby and the elevator doors were closing, "Hold the door please," I yelled.
The doors almost closed but a hand reached out and stopped it. The doors opened and I stepped in, "Thank you," I said smiling up.
But then I shut down, He. Was. Gorgeous. And when I say gorgeous I mean god like beauty. He smiled bringing one side up.
"No problem."
The doors closed and he chuckled. I realized my mouth was still open and quickly shut it feeling a blush on my cheeks.
"What floor?"
"Ahh…" oh man I cant even think about it,"10"
He looked over my head at something and raised an eyebrow as if asking a question.
Then I heard that voice again, "10 too"
I groaned and turned to see Travis there. I turned my body forward side glancing at the god beside me. I saw the sides of his mouth twitch as he caught me. I felt myself blush again. Great.
I looked over to the buttons and only saw the number 10 highlighted. I couldn't help but feel excited as I thought the god beside me would be on the same floor as me. But felt disappointed as I thought the creep would too.
"So beautiful, you going to tell me your name?"
I looked over to see him leaning against the wall looking at me.
I glanced up to see what floor we were on and if we were close to getting off. Ugh. Third floor.
"Hey, why you ignoring me? I mean come on telling me your name wouldn't hurt."
I leaned my head on the wall wishing for this ride to end. Fourth floor.
Feeling eyes on me I looked towards Travis and he was glaring at me, "TELL ME YOUR NAME"
Flinching I was about to tell him when an angel like voice spoke, "Travis let it go," he spoke firmly. Fifth floor.
Glancing at him he looked agitated and Travis looked livid.
"Dude, she just keeps ignoring me! I mean come on," Travis said through clenched teeth.
"Maybe there is a reason she isnt talking to you," He reasoned calmly.
Looking up I saw we were on the fifth floor.
"I didn't do anything!"
Wait a minute. Fifth floor? The door wasn't opening and we aren't moving. Crap.
"Uh… guys?"
"Well if she doesn't want to talk to you then leave her be," the god said.
"Um… hello," I tried again.
"Don't tell me what to do man," Travis growled.
"Then don't tell her what to do," He snapped back.
Oh I have to admit that was a good come back!
"The elevators not moving," I said again hopefully getting their attention.
Their heads snapped towards me.
"WHAT," They both yelled.
They rushed over pressing buttons on the panel.
"It stopped," Travis freaked.
"Well DUH," I retorted.
Travis glared while I heard a snicker from the gorgeous man.
Roses phone rang and I opened it seeing it was… me?
"Hello?"
Bella where are you? Roses voice echoed.
"Well I think I am stuck in the elevator."
Silence
"Rose?"
Silence
"Hello?"
I will call you back
BEEEEEEPPPPP
I looked at the phone and sighed. Hopefully she would help. I Slid down and sat down.
"Is there an emergency button," I asked.
Travis snapped his head toward me, "Now you talk!"
I shrugged and he glared at me, "Hey! I told you to leave her alone! Now instead of being an ass why don't you see if there is an emergency button!"
I looked at him and smiled, he smirked back in response. Okay this is a bad situation. But I have to admit it is awesome to be stuck in here with a god! But then again there is Travis.
"Okay I found one, its red... and it says emergency- is this it," he asked.
I rolled my eyes, "Yes," I answered annoyed.
"Hey don't be such a bitch about it," he snarled.
I scowled and closed my eyes leaning against the wall again. Hearing a thump I opened my eyes to see Travis pinned against the wall of the elevator.
"What did I tell you? Do you treat all women like this?"
I opened my eyes wide as the scene unfolded in front of me. Five minutes away from my family and this happens! Go figure!
RPOV
Leave it to Bella to get stuck in an elevator. I had to hang up before I laughed at her.
"Whats so funny," Laken asked me.
"Bells… stuck… in elevator," I giggled.
She gasped and Trace raced out of the door.
"Rose it isn't funny! Your sister is in a dilemma!"
I held a giggle, "But you have to admit, its kinda funny!"
The corners of her mouth twitched, "I am going to call the desk to get some help!"
She raced around the corner and I sighed smiling, "Oh Bells leave it to you."
"KNOCK KNOCK!"
I squealed, "ALICE!"
Racing to the door I embraced my sister in a hug and jumped up and down. Bella, Alice and I were all foster sisters all our parents dying on us but Alice lived in a dorm.
"I am so jealous of you and Bella right now," she said looking around the condo.
I nodded, "isn't it great!"
"I know I am jealous," I turned and let out another squeal.
"Jasper!"
He leaned against the door way and smiled, "Sorry we would have been here sooner but the elevator isn't working."
I started laughing and they looked at me weird.
"Whats funny," Alice asked looking at me with her eyebrows raised.
"Bella… stuck in elevator!"
This started another round of laughter, "Leave it to Bella," Jasper laughed.
Laken walked back into the room," The elevator is moving again!"
EPOV
After warning the bastard I let him go but he swung at me. Which was a bad thing. Because the lady stood up to stop us and when I dunked… lets just say bad move.
She fell backwards and landed on the floor. Travis started apologizing as I bent down to help her.
He hit her in the shoulder pushing her to the ground. Luckily I have been studying medicine to know what I was doing. But I didn't want to just pull down her shirt and say its okay I know what I am doing. I have a feeling that won't turn out that well.
"Um… I am a doctor in training- would you like for me to look at that for you?"
She looked up at me and I looked in her beautiful brown eyes. I could look at her forever and I don't know what came over me when is said, "My name is Edward."
What was I thinking.
"Bella," she answered.
I smirked thinking of how we just got into an argument. But I couldn't help as my smile grew larger as I looked at Travis who was livid!
The elevator started to move which jerked me to the ground- on top of the angel, Bella.
"Sorry," I murmured looking at her face to make sure she wasn't mad.
She stared at me as I did to her for awhile until someone cleared their throat. I looked up to see the elevator doors opened and a man looking at us.
"Bella? What the hell are you doing!"
I quickly removed myself off of her and helped her up feeling embarrassed. And I can tell she was too by the blush that covered her cheeks, which was beautiful on her.
She walked out of the elevator and so did Travis stomping off down the hall.
"Bella are you okay," the man asked her.
"Yeah dad just… fell," she lied.
The man glared at me, great. Haven't even spoken to each other and already hated. Great.
"I can check that out for you, if you like, I live right down there. I can give you some ice or something," I offered.
"I think you did enough young man, "The man said.
"Dad! He didn't do anything,"she scolded him.
"Sure looks like he did, " he growled.
"DAD! Please he was just trying to help me. Go back to the condo please and if you don't mind looking at my shoulder, please," she asked shyly looking at me.
Her dad marched away and she whispered, "Sorry about my dad, he-"
I stopped her, "Its fine really. Umm… I live down here so…," I hinted.
She smiled, "After you."
I grinned and led the way towards my condo. I stopped when I saw my best friend, Emmett, sitting in the hallway in a lawn chair.
"What the hell man," I laughed, "What are you doing?"
Emmett smiled and jumped out of his chair, "Your not going to believe it! A frecking miracle happened! Some hot girls moved next door! They just keep pouring in! You should see the blonde! Damn!"
"That would be my sister," I heard Bella state amusingly.
"Oh… wait are you moving next door too," Emmett asked.
I looked at her and she nodded. I silently thanked god for this miracle of an angel moving in next to me!
"Hell YES," I heard Emmett shout as I led the way into my condo to the kitchen where I grabbed some ice for her.
But when Bella walked in I heard Emmett and I flinched at what he said.
"Nice Ass!"
wow that took awhile to type! Thanx for reading!!! PLEASE REVIEW and tell me if you think i should continue or not! I would like to apologize about the long description of the condo lol sorry i tend to go into detail and i couldnt help it!!
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