Disclaimer: Don't own Twilight but love to play with the characters!
Chapter 2: Just a girl
It's been four days since the party. When I woke up after the night of a party, Edward was
already gone and I was kind of happy.
We- I guess I- didn't have to deal with the awkwardness.
On Monday, everything was normal. At school, everybody was rambling about how awesome
Roses' party was, how much they drank and who hooked up with who. Class was dull and
monotonous, lunch went by fast and I couldn't wait to just get my day over with.
"Only two more classes to go." I muttered to myself emptying my lunch try and walking to
Bio.
"Hey Bells wait up!" Edward called after me. He was running behind me, trying to catch me
up.
"Hi." I waved, and waited for him to catch up
"So are we still on for our movie tonight?" he said glancing at me as we walked to class.
"The last time I checked, it's Tuesday so… duh of course, we haven't missed one yet…" I
stated.
„Cool, I have to take Tanya home from school today… something's wrong with her car again,
So I'll come over after?" Edward said, deep in thought.
"Yeah… sure it sounds good... remember, it's your turn to bring the snacks!" I nudged him.
He laughed and I raised an eyebrow.
"Of course, of course." he raised both hands up, looking innocent and like he wouldn't dare
forget. He always does.
Movie night has been our thing for about two years. My dad started working nights and
Edward knew I didn't like to be home at night by myself, sans movie night.
We both took our seats in biology; Edward was my lab partner. Thank God for that. I don't
think I would make it through the year working with Tyler "hands" Crowley or James "The
man Whore" Hunter. Ugh. How they get girls beats the hell out of me.
There were no labs, just the movie on my micro organisms and a work sheet. Yay! Please note
the sarcasm. On my way to the Gym, I wandered what physical activity will be forced upon us
today. As I made my way in to the locker room, I heard Tanya and her girls talking.
„Tanya! So… have you guys gone all the way yet?" Lauren giggle
"Oooh… wouldn't you like to know..." She smiled at the group.
" She's not going to say anything you know it... We do know he like to touch you all over!"
Bree motioned with her hands making scrunchy faces
„And you know he's really good at it too" Tanya winked.
At that moment I turned and walked out. I made my way across the parking lot and hoped into
my truck. After a few tries the engine roared and I turned up the heater. As I pulled out of the
parking lot I was really mad. But why? They have been together for almost a year, what did I
expect? Why am I asking myself all these questions?
Duh you idiot…
You're in love with him...
Yup, I'm the idiot that fell for her best friend. Great.
I pulled into the driveway, grabbed my keys and unlocked the front door. I made my way to
the kitchen and grabbed a glass of water. I stared into space for I have no idea how long. I
gulped the rest of my water. I decided that I'm being ridiculous and need to get over it.
Edward would be coming over later and I didn't want to be in a shitty mood. I could imagine
what would he say…
'What's wrong, Bells?'
'Oh nothing…I'm just in love with you and listened to you girlfriend raving about your
groping skills in the locker room…Did you bring snacks?'
Oh yeah, that would go really well.
I sighted.
I run up to my room, pulled off my sweat shirt and shoes. I put my hair up in a messy bun and
plugged in my iPod. Music always made me feel better. I turned up the volume and danced
around my room singing No Doubt songs while cleaning up my room.
"Oh I'm just a girl,
Guess I'm some kind of freak cause they all sit and stare
With their eyes
Oh I'm just a girl,
Take a good look at me
Just your typical prototype
Oh... I've had it up to here!" I screamed along with Gwen, and then I heard a knock on my
window...
"Fuck!" I breathed, like the day could get any worse. At my window in all his glory was
Edward with his crooked smile waving a brown paper bag.
„Nice show Bells." Edward chuckled. „I tried the front door but after 10minutes, I figured you
couldn't hear me."
„Oh… Sorry, I guess I got a little carried away." I blushed.
„SO… what's the movie tonight?" He sat on my bed dumping out a big bag of glorious junk
food.
„Hmmm… I dunno... But since you ACTUALLY brought the snacks you can pick."
"You're in for it!" He chuckled."It's crude humor night, Bells!" He bounced up grabbing
Superbad.
„EDWARRRDDD! You know I hate that one!" I whined chucking a skittle at his head.
„I got the choice and this is it, I'm stickin' to it." He smiled.
Edward set up the movie while I made popcorn and grabbed cokes. When I got back upstairs
the candy was all "equally" divided. Stupid habit he has had since we were kids. I pushed my
pile aside and jumped on the bed next to Edward and he started the movie.
„Seriously Edward! Why the hell do you like this movie?"
„Because it's funny...!"
„How is a guy getting dry humped by a girl on her period and leaving a stain on his pants
funny? Enlighten me."
„Well that part is kind of sick, yeah, but the movie over all is hilarious! You just don't get it, I
guess." he huffed
119 minutes later my torture was ended...
Note to self: Don't EVER let Edward choose the movie again.
I yawned and stood stretching my legs and began picking up the candy wrappers and empty
cans.
„I'm getting tired and Tanya wanted me to call her when I get home. How much later does
Charlie have to work?"
„I'm sleepy too… It's… what, 10:15? He should be home within the hour."
„You are going to be ok? I know how you don't like to go to bed until he gets home."
„Yeah I'll be fine, I'm a big girl. Better hurry up before 'Barbie' gets mad..." I said as I
followed his down the stairs.
„Bella!" he scoffed. He sighted.
„I'll see ya at school." He said smiling and messing up my hair.
I locked the door behind him and went back up stairs. Turned off the DVD player and the TV,
changed into my PJ's and slipped into bed. I was glad the weirdness from that weekend was
gone, even if I was the only one who felt it.
OoOoOoOoOoOoO
I woke up 'cause of the alarm at 6:30am. I reached over slammed my hand down on the
button and made my way out of bed and into the shower. I let the warm water cascade over
my face, then back trying to wake up. The water was beginning to get cold so I rushed to
wash my hair and body, shutting the water off and grabbing a towel. I dried off and pulled my
thick robe on.
I hated mornings. It was always so cold. I walked back to my room and opened my drawers. I
took my underwear, a bra and socks. I yanked out my old Beetles t-shirt and a pair of jeans. I
rubbed the towel through my hair, and got dressed. After pulling on my socks I grab my red
converse to match my shirt, picked up my books and went down stairs. I drank a glass of juice
and ate a bagel and was out the door for another day of school.
While pulling into the parking lot, I noticed Edward wasn't there yet. He wasn't one to be
late. Huh. I got out of my truck and walked over to Alice, Jasper, Emmett and Rosalie.
"Hola people!" I said.
„Bella! Good morning hon." Alice assaulted me with a huge hug
„That sweat shirt again, Bella?" Rose pointed, frowning.
I really do love her but sometimes she can be a bit bitchy. I mean…most of the time.
„Yes Rose... It is, I guess I need to go shopping." I said knowing it would make her happy that
we could go shopping.
„Oh my God!! SHOPPING TRIP!!!!" Alice screamed. „Rose this is going to be so much fun,
I love dressing up Bella!"
„Guys, Bella's not a Barbie." Emmett stated "That's Tanya's job."
We all laughed.
„That's for sure. Good one Em." Jasper bumped Emmett's shoulder.
„Speaking of Barbie, where's Edward?" I asked as we walked into school.
„He left before I did. Barbie's car is broken; he had to pick her up. He should have been here
by now." Emmett said looking at his cell phone.
„She's probably not done primping or something. I'll see you guys at lunch." I hugged them
goodbye and made my way to class.
First three periods went by slow... same old crap, blahh, blahhh. I swear they just put new
covers on the books we used the year before and call it junior curriculum. By forth period I
was wondering if Edward was ok, Barbie never showed up to class. I was eager for the bell to
ring and announce lunch and see if Edward came to school. 32 minutes later I grabbed my
books, put them in my locker and went to the cafeteria. I grabbed a lemonade and a turkey
sandwich, paid for my food and walked to our table. Emmett and Rose were already there
making kissy faces.
"Ugh. Get a room you two." I joked.
„You want in on the action, dontcha?" Emmett wiggled his eyebrows.
„Oh, you know it!" I laughed. „Edward ever come to school? Barbie never showed up on
English..."
"I'm not sure, here come Jasper and Alice. Maybe they have seen him." Rose nodded towards
the door.
„Good afternoon my friends." Jasper bowed. I swear he was raised in another time.
„Hey have you guys seen Edward?" I asked.
„Nope" Alice said popping the 'p'. She shook her head and danced around the table to her
chair.
„Well I'm going to get my cell, and call him. He seemed fine last night. I'll see you guys after
later."
I left and made my way to my locker, grabbed my books so I wouldn't have to come back in
the building after going to my truck. I walked outside flipped up my hood and made my way
to my truck... As I turned to left side of the parking lot I saw a silver Volvo... Strange. I
walked past my truck and to the Volvo. Edward's Volvo. The windows were fogged and my
heart sank.
What the hell do I do NOW?
Run!
Don't look back... You don't want to see...
While letting out a breath I didn't realize I was holding, I shifted my books and tucked my
hair back. I held my head high. Turning around to go to class I heard music. Not just any
music... Debussy. Edward only listened to that when something was bothering him.
Unless that's his mood music you IDIOT...
In that moment I decided to suck it up. I trudged back to his car and knocked on the door. I
heard the lock click, so I reached for the handle. Edward was sitting with his hands on his
head, elbows resting in his knees looking like child that lost his puppy. I slide into the seat
shut the door.
"Hi." Edward grumbled.
"Hey… what's up? Bad day...?"
„Pretty much."
„Wanna talk about it?"
"Nope." he popped the 'P'
.
"Shit. It's freezing in here, how long have you been sitting here?"
„A while, I was late to first period so I waited it out."
„It's lunch Edward.... You missed 4 classes." I said incredulously.
„Oh! I guess I got distracted" He glanced up, looking surprised.
His hair was everywhere; he had been running is hand through it a lot today. His eyes didn't
sparkle and his tone was dull. Something was definitely bothering him.
„Well since we are late to bio and you already ditched your other classes how about we go get
ice cream?" I smiled, knowing it was his favorite thing to eat and maybe, just maybe, he
would smile.
„Bella it's like… 50 degrees outside and you want ice cream?" he asked incredulously,
looking at me like I've lost my mind.
"Oh come on! We can get it to go and eat it in the car with the heater tuned up!"
„You're crazy..." he said shaking his head and starting the car, his lips twitching.
We drove down the high way listing to music, the silence was nice, never awkward with
Edward.
" So what will it be, Baskin Robbins or Cold Stone?"
"Hmm… that's tough. You pick."
„You sure about that?" He laughed. " Remember what happened the last time you let me
choose?"
"YES but I think whatever you choose will be fine... unlike that ghastly movie..." I sighed.
"Okay."
We pulled into the shopping center lot in front of Cold Stone. We quickly made our way into
the store, looking at all the flavors and mix-ins.
"So… what are you going to get, Bells?"
I moaned."Everything here looks so good! I'm not sure yet... something chocolate. You?"
„Cheesecake.... with berries." He said rubbing his hands together and smiling like a five years
old kid.
" Okay. So, I'm goin' to have a scoop of chocolate with graham crackers and marshmallows!"
" Smores?" Edward chuckled. He ordered while I walked over to the girl at the register to pay.
„That will be $8.92, would you like lids?" the girl behind the register asked.
„Yes, that would be great." I smiled, handed her a $10 and grabbed napkins and spoons while
waiting for the change.
„Here Bells." Edward said placing my ice cream in my hand and trying to give my money for
his
„No, my treat. Now let's go!"
We walked back to the car and decided it was to freaking cold to sit in the parking lot, heater
on or not. We drove to the Cullen's house, knowing it would be empty for some time and we
wouldn't have to worry about not being in school. We walked up the front steps, and went
inside. We both took of our wet shoes, and hung our jackets.
„Shit Edward! It's cold in here too! Esme forget to turn the heat on again?"
"Um no. It's not allowed to used it during the day... something about saving our earths
resources and bullshit." He said rolling his eyes leading me to his room.
"Come on, I have a portable heater I got at Wal-Mart and snuck in when Mom wasn't home."
I snickered.
Always the devious one.
I plopped down on Edwards couch tucking my feet under my body and took the lid off my Ice
cream. I took a huge bite that sent a shiver through my body but it was delicious. Edward
walked out of his closet with heater in tow, plugged it in and turned the dial. In no time we
were feeling the lovely heat. Edward joined me on the couch, mimicking my position and
devouring his creamy treat.
„Wanna talk about it know?" I asked looking over at him.
He sat quiet for a few minute, fidgeting with his spoon. He looked up, let out a gust of air and
began.
„Ok so you know when I left last night, Tanya wanted me to call her when I got home, right?
Well, when I called her she was being bitchy... She was going off on a rant about how stupid I
am, how blind I am and how I can't do anything right... After a few minutes of trying to get
her to tell me why I was so stupid and asking what I did she started all over again... Truthfully
I just sat there really not paying attention and waited for her to breathe. She's probably all
PMSing or some shit. When she stopped I told her I was sorry and she just hung up! I was so
confused and didn't know what the hell I did so I went to bed. I was tired and knew I was
picking her up in the morning so we could hash things out then..."
He paused finished his last bite of ice cream and snapped on the lid. Fumbling with the
container he continued.
"So in the morning I went to pick her up. I was early so I waited out front. After fifteen
minutes she still didn't come out. I honked not wanting to be late and she opened the door in a
robe. She wasn't even dressed. I was agitated that we were going to really be late now so I got
out of the car and went inside. She said she woke up late and she would be ready in a sec. I
waited in the living room for a while until she called me upstairs. I figured she needed help or
something so I ran up. She wasn't in her room. When I walked in so I went down the hall to
the bathroom. She was just standing there! In… well, in her underwear... I was kind of pissed
she wasn't dressed yet. I told her to hurry up and she was just staring at me. She pushed me
out, and slammed the door. I went back down stairs, and she never came back down so I just
left and drove to school and sat in the parking lot. God I'm such a fuck up... I have no idea
why she's so pissed but I always fuck shit up." He mumbled into his palms as he run his
hands across his face
What the fuck should I say?
I'm sorry you have a whore of a girlfriend...
Barbie in her underwear…
I think I'm gonna puke…
„I'm so sorry. She's such a bitch, but you should call her, I guess."
"Ok, enough talking... It's ruining my Ice cream buzz." Edward said getting up.
„Ice cream buzz?" I laughed.
„Yeah, Ice cream makes me feel good, hence the buzz, let's go do something fun!" Edward
grabbed my hand pulling me off the couch and dragging me behind him as we made our way
down the stairs. In true fashion I missed the last two steps.
"Shit." I landed with a thud.
„Fuck Bella! Are you ok? I'm sorry."
"Yeah I'll be fine, but Geez! Why the hell were you running so fast? You know I have trouble
walking..."
„I was excited... Roll your pants up. Let me see your knee." He knelt beside me.
"It's going to bruise. Let's get you some ice."
"Okay."
He helped me up and we walked into the kitchen, I sat on a bar stool at the island and put my
injured leg across the other stool. Edward brought be a dish towel and a bag of frozen peas.
„Thanks. So what was so exciting you had to pull me down the stairs?"
„Well…" He said coming out of the pantry and tossing a small red package across the granite
topped island.
„Do you have cases of skittles in there?" I joked.
„Maybe." He smiled.
"For how often you get hurt mom buys then by the crate."
For as long as I can remember, my mom would get me skittles when I was sick, hurt or had a
doctor's appointment. Kind of tradition, I guess... Over the years Edward picked up on it and
took over. He always knew it made me feel better. A little piece of my mom. The little pack
of rainbow colored candies made smile. He always knows how to make me better...
"So what's this fun we were rushing to do?" I asked again.
"Ok, so you know when we were little and we would take the snow sleds and ride them down
the hill after a big rain? I thought that would be fun." He looked down at my knee.
"But since you already manage to hurt yourself, I don't think my dad would be happy about
seeing you in the ER today." He chuckled.
"Ha-ha... ass... But I agree, as much as sledding in the rain sounds great, I think I'll pass the
invitation to visit your dad at work. So what do you want to do now?"
"Let me think." He was frowning while thinking.
"Looks like the wheels are turning smart guy..." I mocked.
"I got it." He jumped up.
"Don't move, I'll be right back." Edward pointed.
He ran down the hall toward the garage so I waited.
Fifteen minutes and one mushy bag of peas later he came back to the kitchen out of breath
and covered in cobwebs.
"What were you doing in the garage? You're covered in dust and cobwebs!"
He waved his finger. „It's a surprise. C'mon!" He said grabbing two cokes and walking
towards the living room.
I stood up and placed the peas in the freezer, towel on the counter and unrolled my jeans.
Edward was shaking out his hair and brushing off his shirt. He turned around with a big smile,
stepped to the side playing Vanna White....
„Holy Shit! You still have that?" I squeaked.
"Oh my God! Please tell me you have -"
"MARIO CART!" We both said.
"Yes I do, wanna play?" He ran to the console setting it up.
"Dumb question freak. Of course.. I call YOSHI!"
"Bella you always get Yoshi...." Edward whined displaying a pout.
I could never resist
"Fine." I huffed. „You can have Yoshi but I pick the courses?"
"Deal!"
"Yay! I'm so excited, hurry up." I bounced clapping my hands, I felt like a twelve year old
again.
After three hours of battles and racing, Edward let me win some while other I totally kicked
his ass. He'd never admit it though... my fingers were numb and my body needed to stretch. I
didn't think I've had this much fun in well...ever. I looked at the clock and saw it was getting
late. I promised my dad I'd make dinner tonight since he would actually be home to enjoy it
hot tonight.
"My hands hurt!" I said wiggling my fingers.
"Cry baby!"
"Whatever, I see you over there cracking your knuckles too." I elbowed him. „I'm done... I
have to get home soon. I was going to make dinner tonight."
"Ok, well, thanks for today Bells. I had a blast, you always know how to make me feel
better."
"You're welcome." I smiled placing my controlled on the table and standing up.
"Damn... Edward I don't have my truck..."
"Oh yeah! Shit, well… I can take you to go get it. Come on."
"Ok, I'm not going to have to cook dinner now..." I muttered to myself.
"What?" Edward asked.
"Oh, nothing. I'm not going to have time to cook now but that's ok. I'll just grab something
on the way home." I said walking outside behind Edward.
"Well, I can just drop you off at home. It's closer anyway, and then pick you up for school, I
know you miss spending time with your dad..."
"Are you sure?"
"Yeah. No problem. Really."
"Thanks."
We got into the Volvo and drove to my house. It was just a few miles from Edward's so I
would have plenty of time to cook dinner and figure out what I was going to tell my dad.
I left school to fix the boy I love who's dating a wretched skank.
Yeah that would go over really nicely. Edward pulled into my drive way and I opened my
door to get out.
„Bella, thanks again for hanging out today."
„Yeah, that's what I'm here for." I smiled grabbing my purse.
„I'll be by at 7:30, ok?"
„Sounds good, I'll see you in the morning... Oh don't forget, you should call her."
Stupid, stupid, stupid...
Why the hell did you just remind him to call Barbie?
Damn.
"Night Bells."
I shut the door and opened my door walking into the kitchen, internally kicking myself.
That's what best friends do Bella...
Get over it.
You helped him, remember?
I sat down my things and dug into the fridge. I decided on making a suck up dinner... Steak,
baked potatoes and salad. Dad's favorite. Maybe if he was full and tired he wouldn't get too
mad that I ditched two classes and left my truck in the school parking lot... I doubt it, but
trying won't hurt.
Forty-five minutes later Dad and I were sitting at the table small talking. I was just waiting for
him to drop the bomb... Finally I couldn't take it anymore and came clean, honesty's the best
policy. Right?
Tell Edward you like him then...
Shut up, my stupid inner voice.
"Dad, I'm sorry. I ditched two classes today and left my truck at school to hang out at the
Cullen's" I spat out in one huge breath.
"Well, Bells, I was going to ask where your truck was... But ditching?" Dad looked up from
his plate with one eyebrow up. "Why?"
"Edward was really upset, so we went for Ice Cream and talk. Edward drove and I forgot
about my truck. I'm sorry."
"What's wrong with Edward?"
"I dunno. Girl problems I guess... he didn't say much."
I sure as hell wasn't telling my dad he walked into his girlfriends bathroom where she was
practically naked, that's for sure.
"Oh, and he talks to you about this stuff?" he asked.
"Sometimes. Mostly I just listen and find something to take his mind off of things"
That didn't come out right... Great.
"So, what did you guys do today?" He looked at me questionably.
"We got ice cream, talked and played Nintendo 64 like when we were kids." I smiled
remembering how I kicked his ass!
"You're a good friend Bells... He's lucky to have you. Now, I'm not happy about you missing
class, or leaving your truck. That's irresponsible. But I understand why you did it; the Cullen's
have always been there for us. Even in small things. Just don't do it again. I have to work
early so be ready at seven am and I'll drop you off at school." He finished getting up and
putting his plate in the sink.
"Edward's picking me up, dad, so that won't be necessary, but thanks... And thanks for
understanding. I love you, daddy." I gave him a hug and he went into the living room.
I was stunned, I didn't get yelled at. Not that I ever did but it went better than I thought. I
cleared the remaining dishes, wiped down the counters and filled the dish washer. I headed up
the stairs, saying goodnight.
I went to bed with a smile, knowing that, even if Edward didn't love me we were still best
friends and that's all that mattered.
I was woken up before my alarm clock went off by a rumble odd and engine, which will
pissed me off. I glanced at the clock; I still had another 11 minutes to sleep! I tuned over
trying to savor the few minutes I had left in my warm bed when I heard it again. Frustrated I
sat up, stretched my arms up-
Wait.... that sound... sounds like my truck…
I pulled myself out of bed and walked to my window and in all its red and rusty glory was my
truck. Huh, I was pretty sure I left it at school. Shaking my head and rubbing the sleep from
my eyes I grabbed my robe and headed to the bathroom.
I took a fast shower, dried off and pulled on my jeans, and t-shirt. I twisted my hair into a
messy bun, picked up a pair of sneakers and my books and went down stairs. I grabbed water
from the fridge and a pack of pop tarts. That's when I noticed a small piece of paper on the
counter beside me. A note:
Bells-
Got up early and picked up your truck, Stopped by Black's
and had him put on some new tires. Supposed to rain pretty much all day.
Grab an extra coat.
Dad
I smiled at his thoughtfulness, and went back upstairs for my hoodie. Why my mom left I'll
never understand...
On my way back down I heard a Honk... Shit I forgot to call Edward. I ran out the front door
locking it behind me.
"Hey Morning." I said opening the door to the Volvo." My dad picked up my car this
morning, I'm sorry I didn't know until I came downstairs."
"Oh." He looked sad...
Damn Barbie, the call must have done no good.
"So yeah, thanks for coming by, I'll see you at school?"
"Yeah. But I can still take you if you want." He said flipping through CD's " It's supposed to
rain a lot today, and I hate you driving that truck."
„Well my truck is just fine, thank you." I huffed. „My dad just put on new tires, so I don't
need you and your Volvo for a ride grandpa." I teased.
„Come on, let's go. Just get in."
"That's ok really. I'll see you at school, you don't have to watch over me all the time."
"But I want to give you a ride. Please?"
"Whatever fine... you stubborn jackass... we're going to be late." I muttered as I slammed the
door shut and he peeled out down the street.
"So did you call Bar- Tanya last night?" I asked.
"Yeah she said she was just moody, I dunno. She's seems fine now."
"Oh, I guess that's good." I said with a forced smile.
"That's ok, everything is good now and we had a lot of fun yesterday." he smiled crookedly,
looking out of the corner of his eye at me.
Butterflies.... Always the butterflies. He has no idea what he does to me...
You let him do it. Stupid.
We pulled into the parking lot and parked next to Alice. She was leaning against her hood
with Jasper sprawled on top of her. She looked so giddy, I was happy for her.
"Hey get a room!" I shouted as I rounded the front end of the Volvo.
"Hardy Har Har... Original Bella." Alice teased. "So where did you run off to yesterday?"
"Oh hey Rose! Good morning." I tried to distract her, I was sure Edward didn't want everyone
knowing Barbie was pissed at him again.
"Bella, Bella... please tell me that isn't the same hoodie you wore on Monday?" Rose asked
fingering the pocket of my green hoodie in disgust.
"Yes Rose, it is... Not all of us can look as beautiful as you in designer duds..."
"Well you should at least try Bella. How do you ever expect to get a boyfriend?"She said
looking at her nails.
"Bitch.... „I playfully shoved her. "I don't want one, thanks Rose. And if it makes you happy
we can go shopping this weekend and you have your way with me."
"Who's having their way with who? I'm so in.... girl on girl wooohooo!" Emmett bellowed
wiggling his eyebrows pulling Rose into his shoulder.
"You wish Em, and I was just saying she could have her way with my attire you freak." I
giggled.
"Damn." He shook his head and kissed Rose goodbye.
"SHOPPING TRIP!" Alice screamed jumping up and down and grabbing my shoulders for
dear life. " Oh this is going to be so much fun Rose! We should go to Seattle, it's not too
far…just a couple of hours.... they have better malls... And we can go to that little restaurant
you like so much, Bella... Oh maybe we could spend the night in a hotel. OMG that would be
so fun!"
"Alice honey... calm down... don't forget you are human and have to breathe." Rose rolled her
eyes.
"Well, I guess it's settled, shopping trip this weekend. But guys I don't think I can do Seattle,
my dad's… well he won't like that much, so is Port ok?" I asked.
"I guess." Alice pouted sticking out her lip.
"Sorry... but we can still do a sleep over... I'll even let you do my hair and makeup Alice."
"Really? Ok deal. This is going to be so fun! „ She exclaimed.
"We can sleep at my house." Rose suggested. „We'll talk about it at lunch, I'm going to go
find Emmett before class." She winked.
"Bye. " Alice and I both said as she walked away.
"So Bella… where did you go yesterday? Your car was here when I left but I didn't see you in
PE…" She asked again.
"Oh, I wasn't feeling well so Bella drove me home." Edward chimed in.
"You let a girl drive you car, man?" Jasper asked in shock.
"Yeah, I guess." He replied running his hand in his hair. "So Jazz, how was practice
yesterday? Coach pissed I was MIA?"
"Yeah, pretty much you're fucked.... you know we have a game on Friday, he's going to work
your ass hard today. Probably lunges and Bleacher runs for hours..."
"Damn... O-well it was worth it, I had fun yesterday." Edward said looking at me with his
sparkling green eyes and twisted smile...
Butterflies.... The mother friggin' butterflies again.... I swear if I could swoon, I would at that
look he just gave me.
Just your best friend...
Best friend.
That's all.
"I thought you didn't feel well, man.. How is that shit fun?" Jasper asked.
"Oh well, I didn't but Bella hung out with me and that made me feel better."
" I see." Jasper chuckled.
Edward smacked Jasper's arm and kept talking about football... Class was due to start in a few
minutes so Alice and I were heading across the parking lot. Suddenly, Barbie came racing in,
and parked a few cars in front of Edward. She got out, fluffed her hair and sauntered over to
Edward... Obviously she wasn't pissed anymore.... Alice ran back to her car to get her latte off
the hood and I stood watching Tanya peck Edwards face and hold his hand-
Sick...
It wouldn't be if you were doing it...
I know....
Alice was facing Edward and throwing her hands in the air, pointing at Tanya... Great, she
pissed Alice off. I walked back over to collect the little pixie before World War Three started.
"What the hell's your problem bitch?" Alice hissed.
"Nothing troll... be on your marry way little one…" Tanya shooed her.
Big mistake... Alice is small; yes, but you don't call her a troll.
"Lemme guess,-" Alice gestured at Tanya up and down" -are we portraying whore Barbie
today, skank?"
"You little-" Tanya reached for Alice.
"Tanya! Enough." Edward shouted pulling her away.
"Alice! Let's go." I said linking elbows and leading her inside.
"What was all that about, Alice?" I asked.
"Nothing... she just gets on my nerves... I really don't like her Bella. Why does he date her?"
"I don't like her either, and I have no clue and personally, I don't want to know." I said sadly.
We went to our lockers, and made our way to first period.
"Shit! I left my book in Edward's car, Alice." I whispered.
"Get a Hall pass, will let you get it."
I walked up to the teacher and she reluctantly gave me the pass, as long as I left my purse in
her desk so she was sure I wasn't ditching... I ran down the hall and into the parking lot. I
looked up toward Edward's car which was about 15 cars away from me now. That's when I
saw them...fully making out pressed up against the side of the car.
"Crap… I have to get my book." I muttered to myself.
What am I doing to do?
Suck it up and go over there!
I can't...
Yes, now stop talking to yourself and DO IT!
I took a deep breath and cleared my throat hoping to get their attention...
"Go away." Tanya barked.
"I-I-I'm sorry I just need to get my book."
„Bella?" Edward said turning his head to the side and locking eyes with me.
At that moment he stood out of the slouch, whipped his face and ran his hand in his hair. All
while Tanya was trying to press herself on him.
" Why would your book be in Eddies car?" She glared at me.
„I'm sorry, I didn't mean to interrupt... I left it in there this morning, Ill grab it quick and get
out of your way."
"This morning? What the hell were doing in his car this morning?"
"He gave me a ride to school..."
"You gave her a ride to school? You couldn't give me a ride to school because you were
picking her up? What the fuck Edward!?" She shouted shoving him into the car.
"Tanya calm down... Bella didn't have her car. I offered to give her a ride. No big deal. I
didn't think you would care since your car was fixed..." Edward apologized.
"You didn't think I would care? Then why didn't you just tell me that's why you couldn't?"
"I'm sorry. I'll see you later Edward…" I said shyly.
I started to walk but as I made my way past the van I couldn't help but listen.
"You won't see her later Edward, I've had enough of her... „ Tanya yelled.
"Sweetie, she's my friend... Relax."
"A GIRL... That's your friend. Right. I'm not stupid Edward. She likes you."
"No she's just my friend, that's all. Just a girl, who's my friend. Nothing more."
"Promise?" she asked
"Yes, just a friend." he promised.
My heart sunk, my stomach churned... Not that I didn't already know these things, but the fact
he actually had said them. I slowly walked back to class. I was clutching my damn book. The
book that was so important to get with white knuckles and sweaty hands. I walked into class,
gave the hall pass to and took my seat. Feeling even worse, knowing everything I've thought
was true....
I'm Just a girl...
Just a friend...
Just a girl...
Nothing more....