Chapter 2

Okay, so yeah. That movie was freakin' scary as hell. Oh and when the girl got sucked into the bed holding that rabbit's foot, I freaked. I pushed my face into Edward's chest. He just chuckled knowing he knew this would happen. So I lightly punched him in the gut

"Hey" he said mockingly, rubbing where I hit him

"You deserved it" I whispered

We were really close now. At first, we were just sitting next to each other on the couch while the other couples where in each other's lap. Now that I'm closer I didn't want to leave, so I snuggled closer. He just put his arm around my shoulder. He probably thought I was cold. I sighed. I wanted more affection from him, but he didn't do anything for the rest of the movie.

"Well children, I think it's time to hit the hay" Emmett said as he turned the lights on and turned off the TV. I started cleaning up all the popcorn and candy wrappers from the floor. Alice and Emmett went outside to say goodnight to Jasper and Rose. This left me and Edward here alone in our apartment.

"Stay with me tonight?" I asked him

"Do you think that movie is going to give you nightmares Bella?" he asked. Of course he would take my question like that

"No, I don't think so. But it just been a while since you stayed with me" I walked closer to him. "I miss it"

He hugged me. "I know, but I don't think Alice will like me sleeping in your guys' room"

"Well, we could stay here in the living room….the couch turns into a bed" I looked up at him with pleading eyes

"Have you been thinking about this for a while?" he asked

"Yes" I whispered

"Oh, well…um…I don't…"

"It's okay Edward. Just forget I asked" I was about to walk into my room

"No Bella. Don't take it like that. I miss our nights together too. It's just…um…"

"Please just say it"

"I just don't know if that's a good idea right now. Plus, your brother's here. What do you think his reaction would be?"

"I don't think he'll mind. I mean, he knows we're not going to do anything and I already told him you use to sneak in my room in Forks"

"You told him that?!" he looked really shocked

"Well, yea. Once I told him nothing happened between us and that you were there to make sure I didn't have major nightmares or sleep in the closet again…he was fine with it."

"Oh" was his reply. I knew I was fighting a losing battle. So I walked into my room and shut the door behind me. I walked over to my bed and jumped on it. I covered my face with my hands. I shouldn't have asked him…I should have known he would just turn me down. Then I heard a knock on the door and Edward came in

"Hey Bella. I don't want you to think that I don't want stay the night with you. I really do, it's just…"

"Come here" I told him. I knew it must have taken a lot for him to be in here.

He walked over to where I was lying and sat on the bed. I pulled on the sleeve of his shirt, tugging him towards me. Thankfully he got the hint and laid down next to me.

"I know you think you're pushing, but you're not. I'm asking for you to stay with me, not the other way around. Doesn't that mean something?"

"I know, it's just….you been through so much…I just…gosh Bella. I was there with you every night, remember? I was there holding you while you cried or I woke you up when you where screaming. I really really don't want to risk putting you through something that could damage how far we've come" He looked down.

"But we've been stuck Edward. Dr. Fetto wants me to progress. Shouldn't we move forward a bit?"

"Hmm. I guess you're right. But I don't want Emmett to walk in. How about we meet in the living room around midnight? I'll set up the couch, okay?"

I nodded and wrapped my arms around his neck. I can't believe he's going with this.

"Oh and can you set your alarm clock for six?"

I looked at him confused

"Bella, we have orientation at seven. The earlier we get there the better the parking."

"I forgot about orientation. Do we have to go? I mean, we already have our schedules and everything is set. Why go?"

"Well, if we take our schedules with us we'll be able to see where our classes are. You know WSU is pretty big."

"Fine, we'll go. See you at midnight?"

"Yes, see you then"

He left my room and I just laid on my bed watching the clock. Alice came in and got ready for bed. We talked for a bit but she could tell I wasn't really listening to her. When she turned off the lights I rolled over facing her bed

"I'm going to sleep in the living room tonight. Try to be up around six" I whispered

"Okay mom. Don't worry about me. Jasper is picking me up for orientation. He doesn't have to be at the club until ten so I'm good. Enjoy your night!"

"Shhhh. Okay, goodnight" I told her as I got up and left the room. I walked down the hall into the living room. I saw Edward, he was just finishing up fixing the blankets.

"Hey"

"Hi" he ran his fingers through his hair. I didn't wait for him to say anything; I just walked up and laid on folded out bed. He quickly joined. He pulled the cover over us and I turned to my side. He smiled and did the same facing me. I moved closer and nuzzled my face in his neck. He sighed and wrapped on arm around me.

"I miss this"

"Me too. But we really should get some sleep" he told me. I wasn't that tired. Edward starting humming to me like he use to. I instantly relaxed. It seemed like all the tension was flying out the window. I sighed again and closed my eyes. Edward never moved from this position. He just stayed like that with one arm around me all night.

BUZZ BUZZ BUZZ

"Shit" I turned around and had to resist the urge to throw the alarm clock against the wall. I turned to Edward and he was still asleep.

"Hey…wake up" I nudged him a bit

"Umm, Bella…not so rough baby" he moaned. HOLY SHIT! He moaned. What the hell is he dreaming about? Of course I just HAD to listen to this. "I'm almost there, just hold on…"

I laughed. My laughter must have shaken the bed too hard because he quickly opened his eyes.

"Why are you laughing?"

"Good dream?" I smiled while I sneaked a peak down at him. He followed my eyes and shot right up.

"I'm gonna take a shower. Be ready in half an hour" he shouted as he practically ran to the bathroom. I giggled again.

I folded all the blankets and put them in the hall closet. I finished cleaning the living room and went into my room. Alice was already awake. She had outfits scattered across her bed and mine.

"Good morning" I told her. "Have you seen my bed?"

"Shut it. Those are your options to wear. No discussion. Now, I'm busy. Go hop in the shower and get ready."

"Okay" I knew there was no use in arguing. I grabbed any random outfit from my bed and I went into me and Alice's bathroom. I was ready in twenty minutes. When I walked into the kitchen to grab a yogurt I heard the doorbell. I went to the door and saw through the peep hole that it was Jasper. I started unlocking all three dead bolts…freakin' Edward.

"Hey Jazz. How's it going?"

"Good. Last night was fun. Is Alice ready?"

"Did you really expect her to be?" I raised my eyebrow.

"Guess not. Do you mind if I wait in your guys' room?"

"Nope. Go ahead. I'm ready."

"Thanks. You look nice…" he left and walked inside our room. He didn't even knock and I heard Alice squeal

I turned back to my strawberry yogurt. I heard someone behind me but didn't bother to look

"Morning. Waz for breakfast?" Emmett came barging in the kitchen

"Sorry Em, eating light today. We're out of groceries, I'll get more tonight"

"Fine. But tomorrow you make my favorite. CHOCOLATE CHIP PAN-CAKES!" and then he turned serious again, "Go it?" he told. I knew he was joking, so I laughed at him.

"Oh, you think I'm funny huh?" he ran and picked me up. I squealed over his large shoulder

"Emmett put down Bella and get ready" Edward scolded Emmett

"Why? I'm not going to orientation like you losers. Me and Rose are hangin' out today at the club" he lightly put me to my feet and kissed my forehead. "But I'll see you around later"

I smiled at Emmett as he walked away.

"Whatever man. See you around" Edward reached for my hand and I took it.

We drove over in silence. I knew he didn't want to talk about this morning so I didn't push. I knew what happened. It's normal for guys to have those reactions when they sleep. It's just this was the first time Edward has ever done that.

Orientation was boring as hell. They talked about the stupidest things. Things like how the statues where real marble and how each chair in the library held the school's crest. I really was about to fall asleep when they announced it was time to take an hour for lunch.

Edward bought us some sandwiches and led us to a table. There are a lot of people here, so out of instinct, I sat my chair really close to Edward. I know it's irrational to be nervous in the middle of the day, but I just felt safer when he's closer to me. He didn't mind at all, he seems to know what I was thinking.

"Hey guys, mind if we join you? There are not more free tables." Some big guy with black hair asked. He was with three other people. Two girls and another guy.

Edward looked at me, checking my reaction. I just nodded my head.

"Cool. Thanks. I'm Laurant by the way. This is Kate, Tanya, and Marcus." They all seemed nice, but Tanya was staring at Edward a little too long

"Well, I'm Edward and this is my girlfriend Bella" Tanya's face fell for a bit and I smiled internally.

"So, you guys freshman?" Kate asked

"Yes. We just moved from Forks" I told her

"Gosh, people still live there?" Tanya said. I cringed. She's not going to be too nice to me.

"Yea, we have a TJI Fridays' and everything" I told her sarcastically. She gave me a fake smile

"So, you guys going to the new club opening this Friday?" Laurant asked staring at me. Edward noticed his look

"No." he stated.

"Edward, yes we're going. It's Jasper and Rose's club. We're going" I reminded him. Maybe he forgot what he was talking about.

"No Bella, we have plans that night" he said while looking at Luarant and Marcus

I just turned away from him. This conversation is not over, but I don't want to get into an argument infront of these people. We all ate and they told us about them. I felt Laurant and Marcus' eyes on me, but I would just lean more towards Edward and kept my eyes down. When it was time to head back we said our goodbyes and headed to the auditorium. Edward and I didn't speak the whole time. We just finished the introduction then they led us in a tour of the campus. Pullman is a beautiful campus. Finally, the damn thing was over and we headed to Edward's Volvo. Right when we both got in I looked at him

"What do you mean we're not going to the club on Friday?"

"Damn Bella, you still on that. I thought that conversation was over" he pinced the bridge of his nose and sighed.

"No, I didn't to fight with you with people around. Come on Edward. These are our best friends. Rose has been planning our night forever. She even has my outfit picked and everything. This is a big deal"

"Bella, did you even think what could happen there? There's going to be a lot of drunk people around. And I know how you are. Look at the way you were just now at the orientation. I could tell you weren't that comfortable" he stated. I could tell it was talking him a lot to not yell at me. Well…I don't care

"Edward. Your going to be there and so is Emmett, Jasper, Rose, Alice, and all the security they hired. You are totally making a big deal of nothing!" I yelled

"Nothing Bella. Nothing. Well, you know guys like Laurant and Marcus are going to be there right. Don't think I didn't notice the way they were looking at you. And I KNOW it scared you a bit by the way you were leaning towards me. So trust me, your not ready for a club"

Oh that did it

"Edward, you are my boyfriend NOT my father. I know you are very protective of me, but this has to stop! I can take care of myself!" I yelled

"Yea, and the last time you said that your stepdad flew from a windshield" My eyes widen. How dare he say that. Tears started pooling in my eyes

"No! Shit! Bella I didn't mean that, it's just-

"Don't Edward. Trust me you said enough." I turned away from him staring at my window. Tears started falling down my eyes. I remember what he's referring to. I shivered thinking about Phil

We got to the apartment and I all but jumped out of his car. I noticed no other cars around so the rest of the gang is probably still out. I opened the door and shut it behind me, going to my room. Edward soon followed.

When he walked in my room I was on the floor with my knees to my chest. I kept crying, remembering how Phil's dead body looked

"Bella, I'm so sorry. I shouldn't have said that. I was angry. I didn't mean to hurt you like this." He pleaded. I heard the angst in his voice and I knew he was hurting too. He would never hurt me on purpose. He was just thinking of me

"Shut up Edward" I told him as I pushed him on his butt next to me. He was about to speak when I slowly stood on my knees and moved towards him. He knew what I wanted so he opened his arms. I sat on his lap while crying on his chest. He rocked us together and I felt his lips on my forehead. I wanted him to kiss me on my lips, but not while I'm crying.

"Okay, Bella. We can go, but I don't want you to leave me for a second. I mean it. You have to stay with me the whole night."

"Deal" I whispered.

"Good. Bella I really am sorry."

"I know. It's okay. I overreacted too. Just please stop treating me like I'm made of glass"

"Old habits die hard, but I'll try. I can't promise anything though. When it comes to your safety, I'm just as stubborn as you. You have to know how much I care about you Bella. You're everything to me. I just don't want anything to go bad."

"I care about you too Edward. More than I can say." I know I love him, but I'm not ready to say those words to him yet. We're too early in our relationship to say those things.

"Well I know we were supposed to get groceries, but I don't want to leave. Want to just order some pizza and watch a movie?"

I laughed and whipped the remaining tears form my eyes

"Sure, as long as it isn't Aladdin."

Roxymar: Hey its me. The lovely lambs asked me to co-author with the sequel, which is awesome. I wrote the epilogue and we worked together for a while.

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