"Stay calm, Bella." I kept repeating that to myself for the millionth time. I don't understand myself anymore. Ever since I ended up partners with Edward, things changed. I suddenly feel so awkward and oh, I don't know. I needed to stay focused on schoolwork. No time for distractions.

As I entered Biology, I saw Edward. He was unusually early today. He sat there, waiting patiently. I slowly walked towards my seat, ignoring Edward.

Unknowingly, Edward started a conversation.

"Good morning, Bella," Edward said casually.

"Good morning Edward," I replied and tried to concentrate on reading my textbook.

"So, about our research, I thought of something last night." He spoke after my reply. And I thought, can't ignore him now. School had always been a big deal to me.

"Oh, I see, let's hear it."

"Well, since our topic is on genetics… I was thinking on bringing a model of the DNA…"

While he was speaking, I stared blankly, not making any unusual emotion and nodded my head.

Riiiiingg!

The bell has rung for class. We quickly prepared ourselves for class. I slouched into my chair and dreaded another period of this class.

Some time passed and the bell finally rang. Biology has ended.

When I was about to go out, Mr. Webber called my attention.

"Any problems with Edward, Ms. Swan?" Mr. Webber asked.

"Uhh, no, Mr. Webber. Everything's perfectly fine."

"Okay then. Well, I expect your research to be informative not to mention that it's going to be due next week." Mr. Webber replied.

I nodded my head in reply and headed out the classroom. What? I thought. Due next week? There's not enough time. I started to panic in my mind.

Many things flashed in my head that I did not notice a step in the stairway and almost fell. To my surprise, Edward got to me real fast and he caught me. Whoa, nice timing, I thought.

"Ohh, thanks Edward."

"Bella, you should be careful next time."

"Yeah, I know, I'm always prone to accidents. I'm very clumsy."

"Well, that's not an excuse. Be cautious at all times."

"Okay." I smiled.

Surprisingly, the conversation went well. It felt as if I was only talking to someone normally. I say this because Edward was never really someone I would consider normal. He was again, mysterious. On the bright side, I could finally go on with the research properly without feeling awkward, I thought.

Before I was able to utter another word, Edward left.

After that encounter, I decided to go home. I went in my car and drove home. On the way, my head started to be filled with thoughts of Edward. Strange feeling. I tried to ignore it. However, I felt so helpless, I didn't want to ignore the thoughts anymore. The first time he looked me in the eye, I felt comfort and ease. Oh no, snap out of it. I had no time for romance. School always came first. As I arrived home, I tried to push away that thought.

Entering the house, I saw Charlie in the living room, watching TV.

"Hi, Dad." I greeted him as I passed by the living room.

"Hello Bella. Have you eaten dinner already?" Charlie replied.

"Uh, no, but I'm not that hungry. I'll get a snack later." I really didn't feel hungry and more importantly I wanted to stay alone in my room so I could do some thinking.

"Okay, then." Charlie replied back and continued watching the TV show.

I went up the stairs to my room. I dumped my bag on the bed and took a fresh shower. Afterwards, I sat on my desk and began thinking… thinking about how this research would go and about Edward.

hi there! so this is my second chapter. please review. i'm open for ideas and comments so i could improve this fanfic.

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