Hey everyone, thanks so much for your reviews. One in particular was a very good point. Since Edward is a vampire, he wouldn't have green eyes. I've tried to figure a way around it but am not quite sure of a solution. I just think it would make him stand out personally. I'm not sure if there should be another reason. If anyone has any ideas, maybe I'll use it in a later chapter to explain it. If not, then I'll just stick with this.

Chapter 2

BPOV

"This is the Cullen Family" Those green eyes looked at me and I felt my breath hitch a little. I immediately covered it up and smiled.

"Carlisle is the head of the family. He has taken up the position as the Head of my bodyguards." I turned to look at the tall blond man, much older than the others step forward with a small wrapped package
"Happy birthday Bella. This just a little something from all of us. We look forward to getting to know you." I accepted the small gift graciously.

"Thank you Carlisle" I smiled at him to which he smiled back and turned to the others with him

"Allow me to introduce my sons, also taking up positions as guards. This is Emmett" Emmett stood tall, brawny with dark hair and a big grin.

"Miss Bella" He bowed his head. I curtsied to him smiling back. He looked like a fun guy. Gentle and caring if he wanted to be.

"And this is Jasper." Jasper was also tall and blond like Carlisle but his features were a lot sharper and his hair a little longer and wispy. He bowed his head modestly with a small smile. I curtsied slightly amused.

"And finally, this is Edward" I looked up at the man before me. Now I had a proper chance to look at him. He was tall, about as tall as Jasper, dark hair that fell around his eyes and ears, defined body but not quite as muscly as Emmett and a breathtaking little smile. But it was his eyes. That made him stand out from the rest of the men. Those green hypnotic eyes that I could swim in forever. I just couldn't stop staring.

Aro however cleared his throat, bringing me back to the room. I curtsied again remembering myself.

"Mr Edward." Edward took my hand and kissed it gently.

"Isabella." I gasped at the contact. He took me by surprise at the gesture. Just when I thought a modest bow was in order, he shocks me by kissing my hand. And might I add, that feeling his lips come in contact with my skin sent a chill down my spine and I tried to breathe properly.

"Bella" I breathed softly to him. He nodded, his smile never faltering.

"They will begin their work here tomorrow. They just wanted to come and celebrate with us." Aro concluded. I nodded to them.

"It will be a pleasure having you fine gentlemen with us." I complimented as Aro nodded. I turned to him and said

"I might call it a night Aro" He nodded and began leading me away but suddenly I saw Edward step forward

"Ah. May I at least have one dance with you Bella?" Again. Something I did not expect. I turned to Aro for permission.

"I'll take you to your room myself" Edward added generously. Aro motioned for me to go with him. Giving his trust to Edward. He took my present from my hands and I smiled thankfully to him before taking Edward's hand which again caused me to forget my breath. The dance floor was almost empty. Perfect. It gave us a lot of room. I stepped in front of Edward, looking into his eyes as I placed my hand on his shoulder and my other hand in his while he took my waist and a waltz filled the room. Edward gracefully lead me around the floor and I forgot everything around me. I just looked into his eyes, forgetting about the people. About Aro. About my birthday. Right now it was me and Edward. I didn't want it to ever end. Edward was looking into my eyes as well but his expression was difficult to interpret. I murmured

"Is everything all right Edward?" Something in Edward's eyes changed and he breathed deeply

"Yes Miss Bella. Everything is perfect. Why do you ask?" I frowned a little, worriedly

"You just seem in another world at the moment. I wish I could read your mind." Edward chuckled a little

"As do I" I looked at him confused.

"I can read minds Miss Bella. That's my special talent if you call it that. Emmett has incredible strength. Jasper is an empath and I can read minds." I smiled again nodding

"So why can't you read mine?" Edward shook his head amused

"I wish I knew. I can read every mind in this room apart from yours."

"It's not just you. No one's powers here really affects me. Aro can read everyone's life just by touching them but he cannot see anything when he touches me. It's like I'm my own shield. It's served me well." Edward nodded and slowed down with the music.

As it finished we bowed accordingly and he offered me his arm to which I took and he escorted me out of the room as I nodded to the guests on the way out.

He helped me up the stairs and I guided him to my room several hallways down. Once we reached the room I turned to him

"Thank you Edward." He took my hand and kissed it again

"A pleasure Miss Bella." I stepped in closer to him and whispered

"Bella. Just Bella, Edward" He closed his eyes and breathed it out

"Bella." I nodded and turned to the door, opening it

"I'd give anything to read your mind right now" I turned to him one last time as I entered into my room

"Perhaps one day you can ask me and I'll tell you word for word. Goodnight Edward" He smiled

"Goodnight....Bella" I closed the door to this image of his smiling face and breathed deeply. He was having such a strange effect on me.

I turned to my room and saw all my presents had been brought in. I took the time to get out of my dress and washed my face in the basin provided till my face was cleared of makeup. I undid my hair and let it breath from being tied up for so long. Then I stepped into my nightgown and came over to the bed. I sat down and began unwrapping.

A lot of them were dresses or shoes or bags. The usual things. Majority of the same stuff. Felix had even gotten me a hair clip covered with crystals. Expensive. But of course he would pay for something like that when it came to me. Aro had gotten me a ticket to travel to Paris for a small getaway. That was very original of him. The rest of the family got me bath essentials and even a new nightgown. I however had deliberately left the Cullens' present to last. As I considered it a gift from Edward and he was all that was on my mind at the moment. I reached for that small package and unwrapped it gently but what I saw inside was not what I had expected. It looked like a jewelry box covered with artwork of swans. I opened to see what was inside but to my surprise, sweet lullaby music came out of it as a beautiful small white swan in the middle started spinning. It was so thoughtful and so precious. Soothing. I felt a tear come down my face as I fell in love with my present.

I set it on the stand next to my bed and hopped in. I fell asleep to the soothing music from the music box and my mind was filled with images of smiling Edward as we swayed around the dance floor and the lights brought out his beautiful green eyes.

Bliss. Pure bliss.

There you go guys. Next one. If you have any suggestions or thoughts please feel free to offer. But I can assure you, lots of drama and surprises are in stall. Next chapter is the Cullens first day on the job.