Hi Everyone! Sorry it has taken me so long to post, but my beta has been bogged down with finals and I suck at all the grammar stuff. So here is the update. I hope you all enjoy it.

Oh and I don't own any of the Twilight Saga…but love, love, love Stephenie Meyer's and her wonderful characters.

Chapter 2

No one moved an inch I felt like I was looking at marble statues. Esme was the first to break the silence. "Boys this is Bella. Bella these are my sons Emmett, Jasper and Edward."

They still didn't move, immediately, I felt insecure. What if I had something on my face or my hair was messed up. Why didn't I check in the car before I came in? The biggest and what I believed to be the oldest spoke first. "Hey I'm Emmett. If you get us confused just remember I'm the good looking one."

I blushed a little at his remark. "I'll keep that in mind."

And then the blonde one stepped forward and shook my hand. "It's a pleasure to meet you Bella."

"Thank you, um, um Jasper right?" I felt like an idiot.

He just smiled "right."

I waited for the last one to say something, but he never did. The look in his eyes confused me. It was one of longing and remembrance. He dropped his eyes from mine and tossed back his messy reddish brown hair. He was breathtaking I couldn't keep my eyes off him. He gave me a slight nod and left the room. Esme took my hand again, "Don't mind him Bella. Edward is a bit shy."

We walked through the house, moving through the kitchen, the dining room, the family room, living room, game room, pool room as in swimming pool, and then we were finally headed upstairs. We reached the top of the first set of stairs when Esme called out. "Alice, Rosalie come down I'd like you to meet Bella."

The next thing I knew I was being attacked in a bear hug from a short pixie girl with black spiky hair. "Alice control yourself" Esme warned.

"I'm so happy you are finally here." She gave me another, gentler hug. I had a feeling she and I would become close friends.

"And this is Rosalie" Esme said proudly.

My eyes followed and at the next level stood a Super model. She was exquisite, long blonde hair and seductive curves. I instantly felt insignificant. Was it humanly possible to be as beautiful as she was? I really wasn't sure if I was going to fit in.

Rosalie floated down the steps with poise. "You're Bella?" she asked.

I was taken back by her tone, I wasn't sure what she meant by it. I looked down at my hands and whispered a silent "Yes."

She didn't say another word as she walked elegantly down the stairs. But Alice grabbed my hand and yanked me up the stairs. I think I heard Esme say with a chuckle. "Have fun."

I tried to steady my breathing when we stopped in front of a door that said Bella's room. I reached out to feel the sign. Alice laughed and opened the door.

"I must be dreaming" I cried placing my hand over my heart. "Is this really my room?"

Alice giggled more and pulled me inside. "This is all yours. I hope you don't mind Rose and I helped Esme decorate."

I couldn't answer her I was too mesmerized by the sight. The room was probably as big as my house in Forks. There was a king sized bed up against the wall, it was covered in plush linens and pillows of all shades of blues. I wanted to leap onto the bed and make angel wings in the pillows. Opposite the bed was a large desk with a laptop computer and a black leather chair. Alice opened the long velvet drapes to reveal a large glass door leading to what looked like a wrap around balcony. I had to pinch myself to believe any of this was real.

"Do you like it?" Alice's voice sang.

My eyes started to well up, "I love it, thank you."

Alice gave me another hug "I'll let you get settled. Carlisle put your bag in the closet just over there and that door leads to your bathroom if you wanted to clean up. See you in a few."

I walked towards the closet hesitantly; I could only imagine what it would be like in a room this size. Sure enough behind the door was a walk-in closet, with racks and shelves everywhere. And to my disbelief it was nearly full with clothes. In the middle of the room was a chaise lounge covered in blue paisley fabric, a small paper was lying on it with my name written in fancy script. I picked it up and sat on the chair. As soon as I began to read it tears fell freely.

Dear Bella,

We are so honored to have you here with our family. We hope that you will be happy and enjoy your time here. This room is a present from us all. Welcome home.

With love,

The Cullen's

I couldn't believe this was all for me. What had I done to deserve any of this? I wiped the tears from my face and walked into the bathroom. The walls were covered in the same paisley print and in the corner was a large see through shower and a full-size garden tub. I felt truly blessed. I knew I was going to like it here.

There was a light tap on my door. I opened it up to see Alice bouncing in the hallway. She flashed me a twinkling smile. "We are going into the city later this afternoon. I thought you might want to join us after you have rested."

I happily replied, "I'd love to. Who is going?"

A tiny smile appeared on her little face as she replied thoughtfully. "Well with you going it will be you, me, Jasper and Edward."

"Okay" I said with a yawn. "I guess I'm a bit tired. What time are we leaving?"

"Around 4pm is that okay with you?" Alice asked.

"That's perfect. See you at 4 then." I yawned again.

She just giggled and pranced down the hallway.

So five hours went by fast and I was still tired but I wanted to get to know my new housemates. I dragged myself into the bathroom and splashed hot water on my face. Great I thought to myself, look at my hair I knew I shouldn't have slept on it. It was practically standing up on its own. I brushed through it making it smooth and straight. I pinched my white cheeks and put a little bit of clear lip gloss on.

Just as I anticipated Alice was already knocking on my door. I heard her talking to someone outside the door it was so low it sounded like humming. When I reached for the doorknob it stopped immediately and there she was dressed like we were going to a runway show. I looked down at my meager apparel and wished I had something better. It's like she read my mind, she pushed me into the room and I landed flat on the bed. Next thing I knew she was in the closet throwing things at me.

"Here put this on, it will look so cute on you, I picked it out myself." She skipped cheerfully towards me.

I held up the piece of clothing, I think she called it a skirt but it looked like a dish cloth. "Um Alice I think it's a bit small don't you?"

She took the skirt from me and held it up to my waist. "Nope a perfect fit. Don't worry Bella I have some leggings and the perfect shoes to match."

I suddenly felt sick, was she seriously thinking I could wear those shoes? They were a death trap. I mean we just met isn't it a little too soon to try and kill me off. I put on the dish cloth and the leggings, which did fit perfectly. She handed me a blue v-neck sweater and a white scarf. I had to admit the outfit made me look good, but I still wasn't so sure about the shoes. Again, Alice could sense my apprehension, this time she went into the closet and brought out some knee high black leather boots. I almost lost it at that point until I noticed the 3in heel was very thick.

"Alice you really don't have to…" I complained.

She cut me off before I could finish. "We want to Bella, so please there is no need to be modest. There, you look amazing."

I took a glance in the mirror appraising myself. I didn't look half bad. All too soon I was pulled out of my thoughts when we heard a loud "Come on or I'm not going" from downstairs.

"Have some patience Edward we are coming." Alice said with a chuckle.

We met Jasper and Edward at the car. It was silver and gleaming in the sunlight, I tried to peek at the bumper to see what it was when Edward stepped in front of me. "It's a Volvo do you like?"

"It's nice." I practically choked. It was the first thing he had said to me and I wanted to melt at the sound. His voice was sensual and soft. I was afraid to look up. I could feel him staring at me. He was close and I wasn't breathing. His eyes were too intense I couldn't hold his gaze. I was feeling nervous. I needed to get in the car. His voice surprised me. "I'm driving, someone buckle her in."

I was hurt by his unkind reference to me. I didn't know why it hurt, I barely knew the guy and now he was demeaning me. I don't know what made me do it but the next thing I knew I was fighting for myself.

"I'm sure your bad manners have nothing to do with Carlisle and Esme. For your information, I am perfectly capable of buckling myself in! I don't appreciate your undignified remarks in reference to my capabilities." I looked out the window shocked at what I just said.

His eyebrow raised and a slight crooked smile appeared, but he didn't respond otherwise.

Alice held back a laugh and Jasper got into the front passengers seat. Before I knew it we were pealing out of the pebble driveway.

The country side was unbelievable. It was nothing like Forks. Homes were spread out by many acres and everything was green but not in a bad way. Not like Forks, where I felt like I lived on a mossy green alien planet. Tree tops were green and tree trunks were brown just as nature intended. I didn't talk much during the drive my little outburst with Edward pretty much did me in for at least a couple hours. And besides Alice and Jasper did enough talking for us all. There were several things I couldn't help but notice. One was the way they spoke almost as if they had slowed down so I could keep up. And second Edwards's constant watch over me, like I would disappear if he looked away. At one point I looked back and his topaz eyes captivated me.

"Bella we are here." Alice's voice was singing again.

I realized I was still locked in Edward's spell. I shook my head to focus better. Edward let out a playful chuckle and closed the door.

I followed after the three of them. They all moved in synchronized grace. I had to wonder if they all practiced walking together. Or maybe they really were all models.

We shopped for hours, walking in and out of stores and trying on clothes with names I couldn't pronounce. Alice and I had already split from the guys. They couldn't handle another dress boutique or shoe shop. We were finally done and I couldn't have been happier. I walked out the boutique with my 10 bags and plopped on the fist bench I could see.

A silky voice whispered softly in my ear. "Couldn't handle our Alice?"

I turned towards him mistakenly making eye contact again. "No I can handle her just fine. It's these shoes I can't handle."

He gave me a puzzled look but he still smiled. "Ah I see. I'm surprised she let you off with those. I was sure she would stick you in stilettos."

"How about you, did you find anything you like?" I asked.

The crooked smile I saw earlier resurfaced and I had to remember to breath. "You could say that."

I wasn't sure what he meant by that but I felt myself yearning to touch his soft face. There was something familiar about him. But I wasn't sure just what it was.

"Are you ready for more?" Alice asked teasingly. At least that's what I hoped.

Edward stood swiftly reaching for my hand. "Are you hungry Bella? I'm sure you haven't eaten for a while."

"Sure I could eat something." I didn't even think of eating today.

"There's a café in the bookstore. We can get you something there and meet up with Jasper." Alice said.

We meet up with Jasper at the bookstore. I was overwhelmed with joy at its sight. I didn't have room to bring my collection of favorites and wanted to pick up at least one book. Edward didn't miss a thing it was like he was reading my mind.

"I'll get you a bagel, so you can get your book." He said with an amused laugh.

He was back before I knew it and with a warm bagel in hand. "Do you read much?" he asked glancing at the cover of the book.

"Don't you?" I asked as I looked up from the book.

He plucked the book out of my hand and started reading out loud. "My dear, you flatter me. I certainly have had my share of beauty, but I do not pretend to be anything extraordinary now."

He held the book up high. I stood on the tips of my toes trying to snatch my book from his hand. "Edward let me have it."

It was an invite for him to tease me more. "Just tell me one thing and I will return it to you."

His voice was full of laughter I wanted to punch him in the gut. "What is it?"

He leaned in and whispered seductively into my ear. "Are you in love with Mr. Darcy?" his laugh echoed throughout the store.

My cheeks flushed at once with embarrassment. I jumped up and grabbed the book. Before stomping away I turned to him and spat. "At least Mr. Darcy has manners and knows how to treat a lady."

Edward's expression changed from light to remorseful. I didn't care though I just walked away. Alice and Jasper were at my side instantly. In fact I was a bit alarmed by their abrupt presence. But I soon found myself relaxed and calm.

"Are you alright" Alice asked.

Jasper moved towards Edward they seemed to have shared something secret between each other. And Edward's mood shifted.

"We'll get the car." Jasper said.

Alice tugged on my arm. "Did you want to get this?"

"Oh yes sorry just give me a minute." I paid for the book and followed Alice to the car.

The air was thick with irritation when we entered the car. It sounded like Edward and Jasper were arguing about something. But I noticed Edward was on the phone when I got in. He said a quick good bye and shut the phone. When my eyes met his I could have sworn they were black as night.

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