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Chapter 3

Meeting

"Married?! I'm married!? What do you mean I married!?" My voice awakened into a shrill wail and I tried to attempt to hide the tremble in my voice. The new found knowledge bashed against my mind with relentless force. My body had every right to tremble in shock. I had my upper body twisted towards Alice with my face expressing disbelief and fear. My jaw dropped. How can three days in Mexico make such a mess! My eyes stare in disbelief and tensely at Alice, beckoned her to be joking…

"Well, technically yes. Since you both said your 'I do's. In the way of religion and the country of Mexico, then yes, you are married. But since you're both legally minors living in the United States, then no your not." Alice said calmly, even through I'm nearly thrashed with doubt. Her face continued to stare forth in the winding road and looked very calm. The corners of her lips slightly lift up as I am minded blown on how she can be so…relaxed. Of course, she's not the one who woke up married!

I let out a breathless sigh while dipped my chin. Forcefully, I slammed my back into the cushion of the seat as the heat became to warm my back. I stared non-observantly at the dashboard as the wild thoughts coursed through my brain. I had no idea how to tell Renee let alone Charlie. The idea suddenly sent a strike of chill up my spine, painfully. My chest became heavy with fear and worry. Everything was so overwhelming, I didn't sign up for this! If I'm technically not married than why can't I just go home and this can be another bad day? Why do I have to go to Edward's house? I shifted my gaze to Alice, my eyes stared accusingly. My brows furrowed in deep thought. Does his family expect me to marry him legally?

I altered my vision to the mass of grass. "It'll be ok, Bella" Alice attempted to calm my emotion down which were well written on my face. I didn't look at her but I listened to the encouraging words that would subdue my anxiety. It was enough to know I slept with Edward, but now, I am technically married to him! "Oh! We're here."

I glanced up at the house before us. A timeless classic. There was so much to take in. As I ogled the house as my eyes scanned to building from top to bottom. I felt my jaw drop in awe as I noticed every inch of that house was cleaned. No dirt or leaf dared to rest upon it. It was painted a soft white for its glory. Before I knew it, Alice was instantly at my door. "Let's go." She commanded in a light tone while widened my door. I didn't even hear leave her side of the car. I was quite stunned to she her there so quickly but I shook that feeling off.

I got out of the car and instantly the cool wind brushed against my skin, sending up chills. Unconsciously, I wrapped my arms around my body, not only to keep the warmth but to comfort myself for what is to come. There was a light tap from the car door closing but that wasn't enough to break my trance on the house. As I stared at it, I felt an overwhelming sensation. My body tensed and my mind screamed 'go home.' Home was where I truly wanted to be, even if Charlie will blow up. I walked beside Alice to the three steps to the wooden porch.

Alice approached the front door with her graceful movements. I stared fearfully at the door knob as if it led to my death. When door knob was turned, my heart dropped. I heard my heart beat echoing in my ears as the door whined to the widened command of Alice. At this point, I was shook uncontrollable. What if Edward parents despise me? In someway, I did steal him even if it wasn't intentional. I considered on running rather than face this. "Bella? You won't get far. Come in." Alice voice echoes in my ears as her tone was gentle and in a jest.

I snapped my eyes to her in confusion, 'you won't get far?' I thought to myself. My eyes widened as I really considered leaving but before I had the chance Alice gently grabbed my arm. I flinched to the cold temperature of her hand. Alice must have felt me for she has stiffened.

"Come on, slow poke!" She jests but her voice sounded different, almost strained. Lightly, Alice pulled my into the Cullen house as my whole body froze in fear. I felt my shoulders raise up as my muscle tightened.

The inside was spacious and cleaned. The walls were a white; I was lost in awe at the decoration and beauty of this room. No doubt the rest of the house was beautiful. Next to me was a piano that was polished and glitter against the lighting in room. There was an openness that lingered in this house…strangely, I felt at home even though I trembled with fear. Nearby were the parents of Alice and Edward. Despite everything, they smiled warmly at me which surprised me. I expected a little more drama…maybe it's to come.

I shifted my gaze to the side when a noise caught my awareness. Edward stood at the far end of the room in a private conversation with Jasper and Emmett. His lips vibrated with voice too low for my ears to comprehend. I felt my drop jaw in shock. Instantly, his eyes snapped to me. He had the same brooding demeanor. His body tensed as Jasper placed a hand on his shoulder. Before I had the chance to turn away I felt a light crimson on my cheeks as my heart unconsciously rated. The one called Emmett smiled at me, almost teasingly. I felt even more embarrassed to the fact he caught me blushing. Jasper soon left the room while Alice followed quickly."When did he get here?" I meant for that question to be private but it unconsciously escaped my lips.

"He arrived just before you did and explained everything." Carlisle announced in his soft voice. I heard the hint of authority in his tone. Carlisle approached with cautious before he gestured towards the cream couch. "Please…have a seat." He placed a hand on my back, gently, before he ushered me to the couches. His hand barely touched my back but I felt the same coolness similar to Alice and Edward.

I glanced at Edward's mother, Esme who tilted her head slightly and smiled encouragingly. I nodded once before I took the offer. My body remained stiff as I took a seat cautiously, eyed Esme and Carlisle who sat on a separate couch. All their eyes were on my, I shook involuntary to the attention. My body was very stiff despite the comfy couch the ached me melt into it. My eyes bounced between the parents and Edward who stood a distance before the couch as I fidgeted with my fingers.

"Are you cold?" Esme asked motherly, her voice broke the unbearable silence that threatened to break me. But her voice was gentle, almost smoothing. I felt the warmth in her tone as I saw Edward stare at me with a worried look. I shook my head lightly when I felt a cold yet encouraging hand on my shoulder. This time, I did not flinch but rather smiled at her gesture. Alice took a seat next to me as I saw her parent's looking at her with a warning glance. Then they turned their gaze back to me with cautious.

"Well." Carlisle begins with a deep voice, breaking the silence once more. I turned my awareness to him. Even though I feared to stare directly at him, I knew it was rude if I didn't. "Edward has said that…you two were married in Mexico." Carlisle confirmed half of the truth and I pray he won't say the rest. I could tell he contemplated his word carefully. A deep blush caressed my cheeks as I felt that he would continue his….confirming. At the corner of my eye, I saw Alice cringe a bit. I didn't know why but when she did Edward stared warningly at her. "And…you two stared a… room."

That's one way to put it, but I felt relieved when he didn't say the actual words. My attention was drawn to Emmett who snickered while he bumped his elbow in Edward's chest. The corner of his lip tugged upward in a jest as I blushed. Edward shot him a warning glance but obviously his glance didn't work for Emmett looked at me. He had mockery gilt in his eyes. I wanted to hide from the face as I became very embarrassed. Instantly, Esme gave him a death glare which silent Emmett completely. But I still couldn't shake off the sensation that rose to chest.

Carlisle looked over his shoulder with a disapproved look, "Boys please leave." His voice rang in an authority as they walked out of the room. I felt slightly better without Emmett's teasing gaze. "If I may, I would to look at your bruises."

I immediately stiffened to the request but I nodded once. Carlisle walked over to me with cautious and without my knowledge, Esme and Alice were gone. How do they do that? Carlisle took a seat next to me before he grabbed my arm and lifted the sleeve up. I flinched, not to Carlisle's cold hand but to the sight of my arm. My bruises now were a darkened purple with a yellow outline. He lightly examined my arm without any pain. He asked random question about my health. His fingers barely touched my skin as he looked at the bruises on my neck. "Did he bite you?" He asked curiously, passed the question with ease.

I was taken back by that question, "Umm….no." I hesitated but I answered like any other question. I didn't remember any bite marks. Until I panicked, "Why is there a bite mark?!" I inquired with my eyes widened as I looked over my skin. I felt a blush on my cheek as I thought out my next question, "Were you pose to do that?" I whispered, I didn't know much about sex, what to do and what not. From a distance, I heard Emmett laugh to my whispered question. How could he possibly of heard me? Maybe he was laughing at something else.

I heard Carlisle sigh softly. "Well, these should heal up in time." He rolled down my sleeve before he got up, I too stood up. "Everything seems to fine." He assured me with a firm tone which made me think there were two meanings to his statement. But I didn't press.

"Dr. Cullen?" I inquired in a low tone that trembled to the thought of my next question. I struggled to keep eye contact with him as I pushed last night thoughts aside. Just recently, fragments appeared in my mind but I forced myself to focus.

"Carlisle, please." Carlisle said with a friendly tone while he gestured me to continue. A smile small developed on his lips as he waited patiently for me to speak.

"Carlisle." I nodded with a small smile. But I struggled with my question. Not because of how to ask but rather the outcome. I feared everything that dealt with Edward and me, but I must know now. Before I make any plans. "Am I to be expected to marry you son legally in the United States?" I asked carefully, hesitation echoed my words as my heart dropped and waited for the answer that determined my future. Even though there was a marriage in Mexico it won't be necessary real in United State… I just might be off the hook.

He sighed, almost in amusement, "That's between you and him." Carlisle said casually, I was quite shocked to his answer. Between you and him. He treated this as an adult situation. But at least my future wasn't sealed nor did I have to confess to Charlie or Renee. The little they know the better…much better. I felt a little at ease. By this point, I wanted to leave and not discuss it with Edward, at least not now. I felt the need to run home and be with thoughts.

"I'll take you home." I flinched to Alice's voice which appeared behind me inconspicuously. Before I turned, I saw Carlisle shot a warning glance at Alice. My shock wore off as I nodded at Alice's offer as I ached to leave this room before someone brings up another matter that required me to stay longer. But a strange feeling coated me… the feeling of this matter will not end here. I felt my fate will cross paths with Edward again….

To be continued…

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