The Airport

I reached the airport at exactly 11 pm. After graduation ended I came here as fast as I could. It still took me two hours. I hadn't even gone to see my mother to say a final goodbye. I wonder what she thought about me not saying goodbye to her today before I left. It didn't bother me all that much. I just wished the time would fly by quickly so that I before I knew it I would be asleep in a comfy bed. The exhaustion I felt was in full effect.

"Boarding flight 185, Forks, Washington, " I heard announced over the intercom.

"I repeat. Boarding flight 185, Forks, Washington."

It was finally time to board the plane. I was so relieved. It felt as though the time couldn't pass by any slower. I thought that I would never get on that plane. Not any time soon; the time just seemed to go on and on.

I chose my seat in the back so that I could let everyone leave before me. Sitting in the back would allow me to do so. I wouldn't hold anyone up. Being in a crowded space trying to gather your belongings and leave with very minimal incidents, was not something I wanted to be apart of. I didn't realize how tired I was until I rested my head against the window. Before I knew it, we were in Forks. The one place, that I knew, would change my life in ways that I never would have dreamed possible. I just hoped that it wouldn't be the worst. At least I hoped so.

As they all filled the airport with their families and belongings, I just sat there waiting until everyone else had already started down the aisle towards the exit. It felt like a blur as I gathered my luggage, called a cab and made my way to the bed that I was most definitely wanting to lay in and sleep.

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First day of Forks, Washington

I woke up to the sun beating in my face. Damn, why did it already have to be morning? More sleep sounded wonderful about now but I knew that I should wake and go look for a job. The money I had saved wouldn't be enough to last me more than a few weeks. Hopefully, I'll find a job soon!

I quickly got dressed, did my makeup and ran out the door within the next hour. Since I didn't have a car, I walked along the streets. There were a few places that were hiring but they didn't look too appealing. Maybe I'll change my mind on the way back to my apartment.

Forks is a very small town in the heart of the Olympic Peninsula, between the Olympic mountains and the Pacific Ocean beaches. Because of the towns size, I didn't expect to see this many cars driving to their own destinations.

As I was walking along the sidewalk, it began to drizzle. Oh great! I hadn't even brought an umbrella. I guess I forgot that it was the rainiest town in the whole continental U.S. But I hadn't really expected any less anyways. I mean just because I moved didn't necessarily mean that my luck would change now.

The rain began coming down faster and harder. I didn't want to get more wet than I already was so I ran inside Rising Star. It was a clothing store and café all in one. I heard soft music playing in the background. I tried to figure out who was singing the song but it I had never heard it before. It was a beautiful song. I especially enjoyed the melody.

It wouldn't hurt to ask if they were hiring. I mean I might as well if I'm going to wait till the rain settled. I was about to walk up to the cashier when someone tapped on my shoulder. I was confused. I didn't know anyone here so it couldn't be someone that should have recognized me from anywhere.

When I finally turned around, I was facing someone who seemed to work here. Her name tag read Alice. She had a huge smile plastered on her face. She seemed genuinely happy to see me. That was a first.

"Hi! My name is Alice." She was very pretty. She had big blue eyes that only made her beauty that much greater. As if she needed any more. Alice was a few inches smaller than me but it fit her quite well. She reminded me of a pixie.

"Um, hello, my name is Bella" I responded still slightly confused to why she had randomly decided to introduce herself.

"Listen, I know that this may seem a little bit odd, but you seem really nice and I was wondering if you'd like to work here!?!" She seemed to become a little nervous with anticipation as she waited for me to reply.

"Really? That would be amazing. I just moved here and I really need a job. I didn't think that it would happen this soon but I'm glad that it did. When can I start?" I was surprised that I didn't stutter. I was usually nervous around those who I didn't know that well. With Alice I felt very relaxed and comfortable around. That was a good thing if we were going to be working together.

"Aw! I'm so happy you excepted my offer" she said as she hugged me tightly.

" I know that we will become the best of friends, and who wouldn't like to work alongside their friend? Better than working with someone who you hate!" she said chuckling.

To say that I was shocked would be an understatement. Maybe my luck was changing after all. If it hadn't started to rain, I never would have met her.

I couldn't help but to smile at her reaction. " So when shall I start?"

"Right away, I mean if that's okay. Someone called out today and I really could use the help."

"That's fine. I don't really have anything else planned." My first day in Forks and I already had a job. My mother would never had expected that. Ha!

Alice told me that I would be working in the café part. She showed me where everything was and explained all that I needed to know. I had a really good memory so I only needed to hear it once to get the gist of it. If I had any questions later in the future, I'm sure that Alice would be more than happy to help. She had a really great personality and always seemed to be smiling. I definitely wasn't used to that back home.

The day seemed to pass by rather quickly. I took care of about a dozen customers who all asked me when I had first moved to Forks. It really must be a small town if they all knew I wasn't from around here. Back home was such a huge place that you came across people you never met before, everyday.

When it came down to closing 8 hours later, I felt exhausted. Hopefully cleaning up wouldn't take too long.

"Bella?" Alice suddenly called.

"Yes, Alice?"

"After we're done closing, would you like to hang out with me and my friends?" she asked with a hopeful look.

Should I say yes? It couldn't hurt to become better acquainted with more people.

"C'mon Bella! I really want you to come and I know that everyone will love you. And don't say that you wont because your tired. We are closed tomorrow so you can sleep in. I wont take no for an answer!"

Why was she so eager to hang out with me? I wasn't someone who seemed like they would be a good friend. At least that's what I've always thought.

"Sure why not?" I said a little hesitantly.

"Don't worry, you'll have a great time. You'll see."

Within a half an hour we were finally ready to leave. As we walked out the door I realized that it wasn't raining. I wonder when it had stopped falling.

"Bella, do you need a ride or do you have your own car?"

" I don't have a car so I would really appreciate the ride."

"Okay, but I want to stop at home to get changed. I have clothes that I know you would fit into so we don't have to stop at your place."

"That's quite alright. I could just wear this." I didn't feel comfortable wearing her clothes when we had just met. What if I accidentally ruined them?

" Don't be silly Bells. I have enough clothes to share. Besides, I love giving makeovers! I have the perfect outfit in mind that I know would look amazing on you." She seemed so excited that I couldn't refuse.

"Okay, but as long as your okay with it." She seemed very pleased with my response and began grinning from ear to ear. I never realized how contagious a smile could be until I found myself smiling as well. It was definitely going to be a good night.


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