A/N- So I wasn't planning on updating till tomorrow, but hey, why not now? Um, updates might not be once a week after this because I'm in two writing classes and I have a bunch of essays due soon. I just want you to know that I am NOT abandoning this story. I love it way too much!
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Bella:
I was up early, much earlier than I actually wanted to be. The house was quiet so I assumed that everyone else was still asleep. I looked outside the window and noticed how the fog was a bit lighter since some of the light from the sun was breaking through. I still missed the sunrise though. Every once in a while I would wake up to watch the sunrise back in Phoenix, and I was mesmerized every time.
When I eventually got out of bed, I decided to look at Edward's music collection. He had so much music that I had always wanted that I decided to burn a few of the CDs onto my computer. As I placed the first CD in and set it up to be copied, I decided to head downstairs to get myself a cup of tea. I was still in the kitchen when Tanya, Kate, and Irina came down. Of course they were dressed to impress while I was still in my flannel pants and white tank top. Tanya sneered and rolled her eyes at me while the others just rolled their eyes. As soon as my tea was done, I headed back to my room.
I had gone through a few CDs when my door opened just a bit. Angela stuck her head in and smiled at me. "Good, you're up."
"Yup, I've been up for a while." I said.
"Borrowing music?" Angela asked.
"Something like that." I answered.
"I'm surprised you're not dressed yet. Everyone else is and I was expecting you to be as well."
"Ya, well I love being in my pajamas for a while and I'm not really going to change." I shrugged. "Although I probably should change. I'm sure Edward or James will be coming to get us soon."
"You mind if I wait in here with you? I'm not thrilled with going down to the lions den downstairs."
"Not at all." I said. I pulled out a pair of jeans and a green long sleeve v-neck shirt before disappearing into the bathroom to get changed.
Irina:
Somehow, Kate, Tanya, and I all managed to get some sleep last night. We spent a few hours gossiping. Over those few hours, we actually became pretty good friends. We were all still looking for a way to send the other home, but we were going to send all of the other girls home before one of us did.
The next morning, we all changed and got ready together. I slipped on a pair of jeans, a fitted t-shirt, and a pair of tennis shoes on. I straightened my hair before pulling most of it back. Of course I left a few pieces off so they could fall into my eyes. Tanya was looked like an Eskimo with a large jacket that had fur all around the edges and uggs while Kate had on a pair of jeans that flared at the bottom and a peasant blouse. To tell you the truth, she looked like a hippy. So once we were all changed, we all made our way downstairs. Bella was standing next to the stove watching a teapot. She was still dressed in her pajamas too! What if Edward came in? What would he think if she was still in her pajamas and just standing there? This girl must not have been competitive at all.
I decided to ignore Bella and went about getting my breakfast. I pulled down a box of Cheerios and toasted a few pieces of toast. As soon as the toast was done, I put a bit of jam on it before sitting down and started eating.
"She won't be an issue." Tanya whispered as soon as Bella stepped out.
"No kidding. Did you see her hair? It's so boring. I mean, there aren't any highlights in there and the waves are nice, but there are a few random pieces going in every which way." Kate smirked. "She needs to get some class and learn how to take care of herself."
"What are you going to do about it? Make her some sort of southern bell?" I asked.
"Maybe when this is over, but I have to get my man first." Kate said proudly. She took down a box of cereal and poured some in a bowl.
Funny, I figured she would have been eating just a piece of fruit for breakfast or maybe she'd cook something like grits. She did refill the teapot and made herself some tea. Tanya left briefly, returning with a newspaper. We each took a section after fighting over the gossip section. I ended up with the weather, which I didn't really mind. I want to keep up with what's going on back home. Maybe there will be some snow left when this is all over and I can hit the slopes…
"Morning." Jessica said brightly. She came down dressed in a long red skirt and white wool top. Her hair was pulled back into a ponytail. She looked like she just came out of Grease or something in the preppy cheerleader uniform. I ducked my head into my paper more to hide my laughter. Luckily I didn't have any food in my mouth, otherwise that would have been a mess.
Slowly, everyone else filtered in the room. Bella reappeared after most of the other came down with Angela at her side. They were both laughing and smiling brightly, probably talking about some book. For the most part, breakfast was a silent affair. A few girls were talking to each other while others were reading over different sections of the newspaper. I noticed Tanya circling different areas on one page. When I got a closer look I noticed it was the classifieds.
"You're moving here?" I asked.
"Planning on it. I mean, I'm not staying in Alaska while my Edward stays here." Tanya smiled proudly.
"Sure… your Edward." I replied.
"It's too quiet in here to have ten women living here." Edward said as he stepped into the room. He was dressed casually in dark jeans and a white button up shirt. The shirt had some black embroidery on it.
A choir of "good morning Edward" rang through the room. We all gathered around the living room to wait to see what he had to say. It surprised us more when James also stepped into the room. He was in torn jeans and a leather jacket. He looked like an outdoorsy kind of guy… my kind of guy. Ok, so my thoughts ran away from Edward, but hey, he's not going to know…
Edward:
So all of the women gathered in the living room, finding various seats around the room. I stood quietly before them, giving them my best-crooked smile and I could tell it was working extremely well. A few of the girls even looked like they were ready to melt.
"Good morning ladies." James said from next to me. A few good mornings escaped from the room. I could tell the girls really didn't care all that much about James. "This evening there will be two groups going out with Edward. Five of you will go out with Edward first and then the next five will spend some time with him."
"Where are we going?" One of the girls, I think Lauren, asked.
"You'll find out later tonight." I said.
"Alright, well ladies, we hope you enjoy the rest of your day. There will be cars out front to take you girls out." James said.
"How will we know who goes when?" Another girl, Jessica I think, asked.
"The drivers will know who goes and when, not to worry." James said. "So, I will see you all tomorrow, but you will all see Edward tonight. Goodbye ladies."
"I'll see you all in a few minutes." I said before ducking out and following James.
"Don't we get a hug?" the Lauren girl asked. "Please?"
"Or a kiss?" Another girl asked.
"You've already got them all hooked." James snickered as we stepped outside.
"It's all in the boyish good looks and charms." I joked.
"Have fun tonight, man." James said as he patted my shoulder.
"I'm sure I will." I said.
Jane:
Well, that was a complete waste of my morning. I could have been outside running or using the forest as my own private obstacle course. At least I have most of the day now to do what I want. What I wouldn't give for one of my guns so I could get some shooting practice. I mean, do we really need so many airheads in the world? I'm sure losing a few wouldn't be too bad…
Lauren:
There's no chance of a private date with him? Why can't we have private dates? We should have private dates with him… Either way, I'll just have to make sure that I outshine everyone else, including Jess. Just because I'm acting like her friend doesn't mean I am. I mean, Edward's mine so why should she be my friend.
Anyway, after Edward left I immediately went to my room. I started going through my clothes to find the perfect outfit for tonight. It's just going to be a bit of an issue not knowing where we are going, but it shouldn't really be an issue. A dress works for pretty much every date atmosphere and it will make sure Edward is looking at me. O! I know, I just bought that light blue dress, it will be perfect! So, I put on this light blue halter top dress I had bought last week. I emphasized my breasts, which would mean Edward was looking there instead of the other girls. The dress stopped about mid thigh, making my legs look even longer.
"You're already ready?" Jessica asked as she walked in.
"Of course." I said.
"But we have a few hours until the cars come and that's only if you're going on the first date." Jessica said.
Damn, she had a point… Maybe I am just a bit too eager.
"Well, it never hurts to be ready." I huffed.
I fell back on my bed before opening my computer to try and find something to do… I decided to read through some of the latest psychology articles online as well as look for a few jobs in the area. There was one at the Seattle Hospital, which of course is where Edward works so that has the perfect location. There were also a few offices open where I could open my own practice. That wouldn't be too bad since I could set my own hours and schedules… hm… decisions, decisions.
Tanya:
A few of the girls instantly disappeared after Edward left. They were smart. There's no reason the whole group of us should stay together while Edward's not here, especially because of the potential fights, not that I wouldn't mind sinking my nails into a few of these girls. Lauren and Jessica would be first since they have those high annoying voices, just like nails on a chalkboard, and they're just as irritating.
"So, where do you think the dates will be?" Kate asked as she leaned back on the couch.
"Who knows. Probably a dinner and dessert kind of thing since there are so many of us." Irina shrugged.
"I don't know about you girls, but tonight is going to be a long, long night. So, I'm going to go get a few more hours of sleep so I'll be able to help Edward with all of his needs." I said. I smiled sweetly at Irina and Kate, who only rolled their eyes at me. I knew they knew that I was being sarcastic and I couldn't care less, but hey, I need to keep up appearances.
As I walked back to my room I heard music coming from a bit farther down the hall. Being the curious creature I am, I walked over to the room where it was coming. Edward's room… which meant Bella was messing with his stuff.
"You shouldn't play with things that aren't yours." I snapped at Bella. She dropped a few of the CDs that she was holding as she snapped her head up.
"I'm just burning them, don't worry. I'm not stealing anything." Bella said.
"Really now? What would Edward think if he knew you were helping yourself to his music?" I asked.
"Um… well… not sure, but I can find out tonight when I tell him." Bella said.
Great, she's a goody-two-shoes… so she shouldn't be around long. Her bleeding heart won't survive all of the fights I'm positive are to come…
"Right, we'll just have to see." I said. "Have a good afternoon."
"You too." She smiled. Unlike my smile to Irina and Kate, her smile was actually real. Ugh, she's becoming more irritating than the two nails on a chalkboard.
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DAZZLE ME
By Safariwriter
Bella becomes sick and misses the beach day with her friends. She doesn't learn about vampires, so what happens when vampires still complicate her life? How will she handle Edward's secret when she does find out? Read and find out!
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Two black SUV's pulled into the driveway. The ten young women were all waiting at the door for them. When the cars were parked, two men in dark suits stepped out and waited by the back doors. One of them men had a list in his hand, but he didn't say anything.
"Are we going on a date or meeting the president?" Angela whispered. Bella smiled and nodded, but didn't say anything in response.
"For the first date the next five ladies will be joining Mr. Cullen on the first date: Bella, Jane, Rosalie, Carmen, and Angela." The man said.
Rosalie seemed indifferent, but was the first to get into one of the cars. Jane just had her arms crossed as she stepped into the car. Bella and Angela were smiling, but also remained silent. Carmen followed the other's example and remained silent, but she smiled proudly at the girls that were being left behind. When she stepped into the car she rolled down the window and smiled at the other five who were waiting at the door.
"It's not like he chooses who goes on what date…" Kate muttered. She spun on her heels and walked back to the house before the cars were out of sight.
"So, do we get to know where we're going?" Rosalie asked the man who was driving the car she was in.
"You'll know soon enough." He said simply. Rosalie rolled her eyes and fell back against the seat.
The drive took about fifteen minutes, but since the sun had already started to set, the forest was quickly becoming darker with only a few rays of light filtering through. Eventually the cars pulled into a parking lot that was right off the side of the road. Edward was standing at one end, smiling at the cars. When the SUV's stopped, the girls all walked out and lined up in front of him.
"Good evening ladies." Edward said.
"Good evening." All five said.
"I hope you have all had dinner already because we're going straight to dessert." Edward grinned.
Edward turned and started walking toward the forest. Carmen instantly slithered up to his side and wrapped her around through his own. She smiled up at him when he smiled down at her. Bella and Angela walked behind them slightly, both eyeing Edward's butt slightly. Edward led the five ladies through the forest until they came upon a campsite. There was a fire burning in the center of the clearing with logs surrounding it. Carmen and Rosalie sat on either side of Edward while Bella and Angela sat to Rosalie's other side and Jane sat on the other side of the fire.
"So, how was your first night?" Edward asked.
"It was quieter than I expected." Angela said.
"No fights?" Edward asked.
"Not yet at least." Angela shrugged.
"I thought it was nice. I must have been really worn out because I slept better last night than I have for a while." Bella said.
"Really? I didn't realize my old bed was that comfortable." Edward said.
"Hm, it is. I've also been listening to some of you music and I fell asleep to one last night."
"Which one?" Edward asked.
"It didn't have a name on it, but it's my favorite so far." Bella said.
"Well, you'll have to show me sometime." Edward said.
"Of course." Bella said, blushing slightly. "O, I've also been uploading some of the CDs on my computer. Tanya seems to think I'm stealing your music by doing so…"
"It's actually quite nice to know someone else enjoys the same music as me. You can upload as many of the CDs as you like." Edward said. He smiled over at Bella and captured her eyes within his own.
"I like classical music too." Carmen said, butting into the conversation.
"Really? Who's your favorite?" Edward asked.
"Uh… um… Bach?" Carmen said.
"Right, how about you, Rose? What type of music do you like?" Edward asked.
"Anything I can move to." Rosalie said simply.
"What about you Angela?" Edward asked.
"Whatever happens to be on the radio, I like pretty much everything." Angela said. "Although I really couldn't tell you the names of songs or artists."
"I don't see anything wrong with that." Edward smiled. "And you Jane?"
"Rock music." Jane said.
"Right, well it looks like the fire has died down enough that we can get the dessert started." Edward got up, even though Carmen protested slightly, and pulled out chocolate, gram crackers, and marshmallows from a cooler that was behind him.
"S'mores?" Jane asked. "Isn't that a bit cliché?"
"I haven't had s'mores in so long!" Angela said.
"But they're so sticky and messy…" Carmen groaned.
"So? They're worth it." Rosalie said.
As soon as Edward sat down, Rose had the bag of marshmallows. She ate one before taking another to roast. Rosalie threw the bag and rods at Bella. Bella laughed as she caught everything before taking her own and handing everything to Angela. Jane and Carmen decided to pass on the s'mores and decided to just watch everyone else.
"Edward, will you make me one?" Carmen crooned.
"Of course." Edward said.
"You know they're messy to eat as well." Rosalie said.
"I'm sure it will be fine." Carmen said, glaring at Rose.
Everyone roasted their marshmallows to their liking. Carmen would whisper her preferences in Edward's ear, earning eye rolls from everyone else. Edward skillfully made the s'more for Carmen before handing it to her.
"Mmmm… Edward, this is really good." Carmen purred. "Why don't you try?"
"It's alright, Carmen, I'll make my own." Edward said.
"No, no, Edward, I insist." Carmen said. She all but forced the sticky treat into Edward's mouth. "O deary me, look at the mess. We'll just have to clean you up."
Carmen turned Edward's head toward her and started kissing off the crumbs and gooey surgar that lingered on his cheeks. She cleaned off on cheek before turning to the other. When his face was clean, Carmen's lips lingered on Edward's own. Their lips moved sensuously together. Carmen opened her mouth to allow Edward's tongue to slip in. Their tongues dueled for a bit until Edward pushed Carmen off of him slightly. Carmen smiled proudly as she settled back into her seat.
"Skank." Rosalie breathed. Carmen just shot her another smile, but didn't say anything.
"Alright ladies, I do believe this date is coming to an end. Why don't we clean up and get ready to go back?" Edward asked.
"Aw does it have to?" Jane asked sarcastically.
Everyone helped Edward clean everything up before walking back to the cars. Carmen had just a bit more of a strut in her step as she walked through the forest. Edward opened the door to the first van for Carmen, Rose, and Jane. He got a quick kiss from Carmen and a longer one from Rosalie, but Jane just walked in. Edward then went to the other SUV and opened the door for Bella and Angela. Angela just smiled at him while Bella gave him a quick peck on the cheek. Bella was about to climb in when Edward stopped her.
"You've got something on your face." He whispered. Edward bent down slightly and let his lips linger on the corner of Bella's cheeks before he straightened up. "Good night, Bella."
"Good night." Bella said. Edward helped her into the SUV before stepping back. The cars all pulled away, leaving Edward to stand by his Volvo.
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Flirting with Death
By: Safariwriter
Bella is helping a friend run the Running Horse Inn and Tavern when the Cullens make a stop there. The lonely male in the group catches her attention, but leaves. Then he returns and starts making regular trips to Forks. What happens when Bella's world becomes a lot larger than just Forks and everything she's ever known to be fantasy becomes reality?
This story is written so it happens at the same time as Kissing Death!
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As the first group came back to the house, the other five were waiting anxiously at the door. The drivers stopped everyone before they either walked into the cars or back into the house. "Ladies, we have a request from Mr. Cullen. He has asked the five ladies who were just with him to stay inside the house and the next five to wait in the backyard for him."
"What? We're not going anywhere?" Jessica complained.
"Sorry ladies, I can't say anything else." The man walked back to the drivers side of his car and got back in, leaving everyone rather confused.
"Well, I'm going inside, it's cold out here." Rosalie said. She walked in, followed by Jane, Bella, and Angela. Carmen tried to say something to the other girls, but they held up their hands before she could and walked around the house to the other side.
Kate, Tanya, Irina, Jessica, and Lauren were forced to wait outside for almost five minutes before Edward appeared. He was smiling at them, but they only noticed the fact that he was in shorts and a white wife beater even though it was still rather cold outside. Tanya and the other girls were instantly stunned by Edward's physique. They all watched silently as Edward continued to walk toward them.
"Good evening ladies. I thought that tonight we might enjoy some time in the Jacuzzi." Edward said.
"You have a pool?" Lauren asked.
"We do. It's slightly off the house and it's usually locked." Edward explained. The five women followed Edward through the backyard. They were all surprised when a glass building slowly appeared. "My sister designed the pool and decided where it was to be placed."
"It's amazing. It's like your own private pond." Irina said.
"Well there is a waterfall, but this pond is heated." Edward grinned. He opened the door and allowed his five guests in before him. They were welcomed in by the warm air that surrounded the pool. Edward stepped around them and turned on the waterfall as well as the bubbles.
"That water feels so good." Tanya moaned as she slipped her foot in the water. She started to take off her shirt when Edward stopped her.
"There are some bikini's over on the table for you to change into." Edward said. "I'll be outside while you change." Edward immediately slipped out of the indoor pool and waited just outside.
"He's quite the gentleman." Jessica noted as she picked out a suit to change into.
"But he's still a man and a man still has urges." Tanya said.
Edward hummed quietly to himself, his fingers moving as though they were gliding over the keys of a piano. The glass was slightly tinted so even if he wanted to, he wouldn't be able to see in. "Edward! Come back! We miss you!" The voices were slightly muffled, but Edward understood their apparent urgency and walked back in. The five women were all lounging in the slightly bubbly water. Before getting into the water, Edward walked over to a table and grabbed a few champagne glasses as well as a bottle. He filled all of the glasses before handing them out.
"So, the last group said the night wasn't very eventful after I left." Edward said.
"Not really, nor was this morning. We're all ladies, Edward, we don't allow our feelings to get out of hand." Kate said with her thick southern accent.
"Good, I won't have to explain about any broken items in the house." Edward said.
"Well, Bella is… messing with your things. I saw her looking through your music and putting some of it on her computer." Tanya said.
"I know and we've already discussed it." Edward said.
"So then, you don't mind?" Tanya asked.
"As I said before, I've already discussed it with Bella." Edward said.
"Oh! Strawberries!" Lauren said. She climbed out of the water and grabbed the plate. She carefully walked back into the water before taking a single strawberry and walking over to Edward.
Lauren used the strawberry to tease Edward's mouth open. After Edward had taken a bite, Laurent put the stem on the side before bending down to kiss Edward. Their tongues dueled over the piece of strawberry. Lauren too the initiative and grasped Edward's face, keeping their lips in contact to her whole Edward continued to relax with his arms on the wall. Lauren smiled as she broke away and fell back into her seat next to Jessica.
"Must you be so cliché and use strawberries?" Tanya asked. "Watch and learn little girl, watch and learn."
Tanya walked up to Edward and sat on his lap. Edward smiled down, knowing exactly what was to come. Tanya returned the smile before leaning up and pressing her lips to Edwards. She was still for a second before nibbling Edward's lips so they would open for her tongue. As soon as Edward's mouth had opened, Tanya's tongue slipped in. Their tongues played for a while until Tanya drew the battle into her own mouth. She sucked on Edward's tongue as Edward wrapped his arms around her. When they eventually parted, both of them were panting slightly. Tanya smirked at Jessica as she wiped the corner of her mouth smugly.
"So, are they the only ones who get kisses?" Jessica pouted.
"Of course not." Edward said. This time, he went over to Jessica and kissed her soundly, but quickly moved on. He kissed Kate on each cheek, much to her dismay, and pecked Irina and the lips.
"So Edward, where did you go to school?" Lauren asked.
"Dartmouth." Edward said.
"Is that where you also got your medical degree?"
"No, I transferred to UCLA and worked on my degree there." Edward explained. "What about you Lauren, where did you go to school?"
"I went to Stanford." Lauren said. "I've been looking around up here for some working opportunities actually."
"Really? You want to move up here."
"I've found something I wouldn't mind sticking around for." Lauren smiled.
"I'm sure you have." Tanya muttered. Edward just smiled and shrugged.
"Well ladies, I'm sorry this date was so short, but tomorrow is going to be a big day and the fun only escalates from here." Edward said. "But since I have to end this short, I will be escorting you up to the house myself."
"Really? But the other date seemed so much longer." Kate pouted.
"You forget, they had to drive." Edward grinned. "Now let's get dry so no one gets sick."
"Aw, but you're the great doctor, I'm sure nothing could happen to us." Lauren said.
"Don't worry, I'll make sure you won't get sick." Edward said. He threw towels to everyone as they got out of the water after him.
After everyone had dried off, Edward led the girls back to the house. Tanya and Lauren attached themselves to his side and coiled their arms around his arms. They were all laughing as they walked back in, surprising the other five women who were already in the house. The five women came into the living room, surprised to see Edward there and the others back already.
"Aw, did you already bore him?" Carmen asked.
"I enjoyed everyone's company." Edward said before a fight could start. "I am forced to cut this short because I still have to drive back to my apartment. However, I will see you all tomorrow, and unfortunately that will be the last day I'll see one of you." Edward gave everyone one last smile before slipping out of the house and letting the girls all settle down for the night.
"Don't look so smug, Carmen." Tanya said. "You aren't the only one to get a kiss."
"Is that so?" Carmen asked.
"It is, we all got kisses." Kate said. "Although he was such a gentleman to me and only kissed my cheek."
"Aye, but nothing can be as… hot as my kiss." Carmen said.
"I'm going to bed." Bella said as she rolled her eyes.
"I'm seconding that." Jane muttered. A few of the other women left the room, leaving those who had been kissed to argue who got the better kiss.
"O? How 'hot' was your kiss? Did he wrap his arms around you and bring you closer to him?" Tanya asked.
"A bit…" Carmen grinned.
"And did you break the kiss?" Tanya asked.
"Uh…" Carmen started to think back, realizing it was Edward who had ended the kiss.
"Exactly. At least I'm sure you didn't use some sort of food for an excuse to get a kiss." Tanya said, shooting a look to Lauren, who rolled her eyes.
"Si." Carmen said.
"You did, didn't you!" Lauren accused.
"I don't know what you're talking about." Carmen said. "I'm going to bed."
"Sure, you just don't want to admit that you had to use food to get a kiss." Lauren laughed.
Carmen sneered at her, but turned around and left the room. They all left the room and slowly, all the lights in the house shut off.
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Kissing Death
By: Safariwriter
Dara has always been content with the idea of owning and running the Running Horse Inn and watching her best friend, Bella, get married and grow old. When strangers visit Forks and stay at the inn, everything starts to get weird, especially when Dara's perfect plan for her life gets twisted around. This is a JamesOC.
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Ten young women, one bachelor. Tonight, it will become nice young women and one bachelor. It is time for Edward's first decision on who will be leaving the house…
Four SUV's pulled up into the driveway and the drivers all got out. They helped their charges into the cars before pulling out of the driveway. The ride took them to the edge of the waterfront. To the side of the parking lot was a pathway, which was lit up by little white lights. The ten women, all in one of their best dresses, walked down the path. They ended up in front of a gazebo, where they all stood together, awaiting Edward.
"Evening ladies." Edward said as he walked past them. He walked into the gazebo and set down a box to the side. He smiled at everyone for a few moments before beginning. "So the past few days, I've spent some time trying to get to know all of you. Of course, this isn't the easiest thing considering I have ten beautiful women to get to know. I've found it's easier to get to know some of you than others, and even those I don't know well, I want to. I want all of you to understand, these decisions are never easy on me. I was raised a gentleman and taught to never break a woman's heart and yet I find myself in a position where I must every week.
"Jessica, please step forward." Jessica stepped up to Edward, smiling up at him. "I wasn't too sure what to expect from you, but so far you aren't anything that I've expected. I would love the chance to get to know you more, will you accept this anklet?"
"Of course." Jessica said sweetly. Edward turned around and pulled out a simple silver chain he handed it to Jessica so she could put it on herself.
"Angela…" Edward said. Angela smiled at Bella before stepping up to Edward. "You're quiet, but it seems as though there's something under the librarian cover and I would love to get to know that person. Will you stay and accept this anklet?"
"I'd be honored." Angela said. Angela took the anklet from Edward, allowing him to kiss her hand, before walking to the back of the gazebo and standing next to Jessica.
"Irina…" Edward said. She slithered up in front of him. "You seem like the kind of girl that would love to explore this forest with me sometime. Will you accept this anklet and stay here?"
"I'd love to." Irina smiled. She took the anklet before walking back and standing with the other two.
"Kate, please step forward." Edward said. Kate smiled brightly as she sauntered up so she was looking up at Edward under her eyelashes. "You're quite the woman, the southern belle, and I would love for you to stay here, will you accept this anklet?"
"It would be my honor." Kate said, laying her accent on even thicker.
"Bella, please step forward." Edward said. Bella smiled and blushed slightly as she walked up to Edward. "Every time you say something, it surprises me. You are a… mysterious entity that I just can not figure out. Plus, I've never met another woman who shares my passion for classical music. Will you take this anklet and stay here?"
"I'd love to." Bella said. Just like with Angela, Edward kissed Bella's hand before releasing the charm into her possession. Bella turned bright red, making Edward laugh slightly as she stepped past him.
"Lauren, please…" Before Edward finished, Lauren was standing in front of him. "Well, being eager is always a good thing, so I would love to see where this goes and if you're just as eager later on as you are now. Will you take this anklet and stay here?"
"Of course." Lauren crooned. She took the anklet and offered her hand for a kiss, but Edward just handed her the piece of jewelry before allowing her to move back. She frowned and huffed, but took her spot with the others.
"Rosalie, please step forward." Edward said. Rosalie did as she was told and stepped up. "Your smart and beautiful, always a strong combination. Will you take this anklet and stay?"
"Of course." Rosalie said. She shot a smile over her shoulder at Tanya who was scowling at being left with Jane.
"Jane, Tanya, step forward." Edward said.
"Tanya, you're beautiful and I know you know it. Jane, you're strong, which is something I like. You are both beautiful and you're both interesting to be around. However, Jane, I don't feel like you want to be here. I'm sorry, but this anklet goes to Tanya." Tanya grinned and accepted the anklet, and stood on her toes to kiss Edward, but he turned slightly so she got his cheek. She was still smiling as she stepped back with everyone.
"Of course, I understand, Edward. And you're right; I didn't want to be here. No offense to you, but you're just not my type." Jane said. She turned on her heels and left.
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Jane:
Thank god, he really is smart! I wasn't going to stay here longer than I had to and this was going to be my limit. Edward's a nice guy and there are a few nice girls and a few little skanks, but I wish Edward and who ever he chooses the best. O, and once more, whoever signed me up for this… I'm coming for you.
Edward:
I could tell she didn't want to be here and I really didn't feel anything for, not even as a friend. She's nice sure, but she's a little too rough around the edges for me. I'm all for her being in the army, it seems like a good fit for her. Now, I think this is where it's going to get interesting…
Tanya:
Ok, so the easiest one is out and now it's time to get the others. I think I should get that model out next. She's too much of a wild card. Plus, I just don't like her. And what was up with Edward not letting me kiss him? He willingly kissed Angela AND Bella. What, does he like quiet bookworms? Ugh, they're going to be the next to go, you'll see.
Rosalie:
So I think I might just stick around until Tanya leaves. I mean, it's fun watching her squirm and get red. Hm… this is going to be so much fun! I can't wait to get started!