Sorry it's taken a little while to get this chapter up, but writing a chapter outline, fluffling it out, and getting the other person to check over it and add or change bits can take a little while. It was mainly my fault as I took ages fulffing out the outline. Anyway I hope it was worth the wait. Let me know what you think!

EdwardMyDarkAngel

Bella's POV

Finally, some time alone. Ever since I saw them this morning I haven't been able to get them out of my head, especially the one with the gorgeous blonde hair. . . Anyway, it's lunch at last. I went to my locker and found to my surprise that there was no one else there. I swapped my books and went towards the cafeteria. I opened the white double doors to see the whole of the student body packed in there. I went to the queue, picked up a tray and bought a cheese sandwich and a can of Sprite. I paid and turned around to try and find a seat. I saw none, all the tables were full. I contemplated going to sit with my sister, but there were no seats and I wouldn't embarrass her by sitting with her, I mean I am definitely the nerdy older sister. The only seat I could see that was free was right next to the Cullen's and the Hale's.

Perfect.

I considered my options quickly. I could go sit with my sister and risk having her be embarrassed and then getting an earful when we got home. Or I could take my lunch out into the rain. Or I could go and sit by them. What was so bad about sitting with them anyway? It was the lesser of the three evils wasn't it?

I strode quickly towards them and I stopped at the end of their table. None of them looked up so I cleared my throat and opened my mouth to speak, but as I did so five pairs of eyes snapped up to look at me and my words got stuck in my throat. I did as much as I could not to look at the blonde haired boy, but failed miserably. I wasn't scared of them, just a bit overwhelmed. I tried again but the blonde girl started to stare daggers at me and I stopped yet again.

Just say it, I thought. I tried again and finally managed to say it, or rather say something.

"IwasjustwonderingifIcouldsitatyourtable, ifyouwouldn'tmind?" my words were slurred and suddenly I felt so much more confident, it was like a switch had been thrown in my brain and I wasn't intimidated anymore.

"I'm sorry, I didn't quite catch that. What did you say?" The blonde haired boy spoke, and I couldn't help but blush. He smiled at me and again I felt confidence flaring.

"I was just wondering if I could sit at your table, there are no other seats in the cafeteria," I smiled timidly and his returning one was dazzling. He said something but I was dazed by his smile and I missed it.

"I'm sorry but I didn't catch what you just said," I cringed internally, now he would think I was strange and I just floated out of my body without notice.

"I said, that it was no problem, there's a chair right next to me," the only chair at the table.

"Thanks," I mumbled, all my confidence had finally disappeared. I put my tray on the table and started to eat. I finished my sandwich in about five minutes and I took a quick glance at them. They weren't eating and the two couples were cuddling in each others arms. I glanced to my side to find the blonde haired boy staring at me inquisitively. I blushed and my heart rate increased and I swear I saw his lips twitch in a smile.

"I'm sorry, I'm Jasper, and it's nice to meet you." He held out a hand and I shook it.

"I'm Bella."

"You have a very beautiful name. These are my brothers and sisters, Edward and Alice" – he indicated the pixie and the bronze haired boy – "and Rosalie and Emmett" – the weightlifter and the model – "we're not related, well apart from Rosalie and I, we're twins. We've all been adopted by Esme and Carlisle, for the most part our parents," the bell rang, interrupting him. I almost groaned; it was nice to talk to him. He had a nice southern accent.

He chuckled and stood up. I followed him and he smiled. "What lesson do you have next?" Jasper asked.

"Biology with Mr. Banner, what do you have?"

"Biology with Mr. Banner, but I don't know where I'm meant to be going. Would you show me?"

"Sure, this way," and with that Jasper and I left the lunch hall and made our way to class.

Biology was going to be interesting.

Jasper's POV

She was amazingly complex. I couldn't understand her at all. And that only intrigued me more. She was mysterious and amazing, and I wanted to know more about her. Of course the emotions coming off her were hard to read, nothing is ever simple, is it?

Confusion, embarrassment, intimidation, happiness and curiosity.

As we walked outside to room two the light drizzle stopped, but the clouds still remained, for which I was thankful. She led me over to the furthest room, and walked in the door. I followed and stood next to the teacher's desk. I got my slip signed and he told me to sit on the middle bench on the left hand side, next to the window as there was only one seat free. I looked up and smiled when I saw who my lab partner would be. Who else?

Bella.

I had to keep reminding myself she was human, which was rather hard at times. I knew I shouldn't be getting involved with her or even becoming friends with her, but that was all I could think about. I could kill her so easily and it didn't help that human blood affected me more than it affected the others. But as I thought this I realised that she did have an amazingly enticing scent, freesias and strawberry almost floral. But however enticing it was it wasn't enticing in a food source type of way. I smelt it and I loved the smell, I couldn't get enough of it, but I didn't want to eat her!

Hallelujah.

At least I wouldn't try to inadvertently kill her by draining her blood when I was thirsty.

I pulled out my chair, making sure it scraped against the floor; it would be strange if I made no noise whatsoever. She looked up startled and when she was me, smiled brightly. I smiled back and her eyes glazed over slightly. I chuckled under my breath and sat down.

"So, Bella, do you have any siblings?"

She shook her head slightly, trying to clear her gaze and replied "Yes, my sister Ellie. She's sixteen."

"What are your parents called?" and a huge wave of sorrow engulfed me, Bella's sorrow. How could she hurt this much, and still cope?

"My dad was called Charlie. He's dead; he got shot by a bank robber when he was on duty. He was the Chief of Police. Renee got remarried before dad died; she ran off with this guy called Phil. He told her that my sister and I weren't worth the trouble and she hasn't wanted anything to do with us ever since." The sorrow was mingled with hurt and anger, and I could understand them all.

"Bella, I'm so sorry. I didn't know. I hope I didn't upset you," I know I upset you, I thought sarcastically.

"It's all right, I'm over it by now," she smiled weakly.

"No, you're not Bella. You're still hurting," I smacked myself internally. Now there would many awkward questions.

"Yes, you're right I suppose. But how. . ? It doesn't matter. So what are your parents called?"

I couldn't believe she could shrug that off quite so easily. But . . . It didn't matter? Well that wasn't true was it?

"They're called Carlisle and Esme. You should come and meet them sometime. I'm sure they'd love to meet you," and why would you bring her into a house of vampires, to meet your vampire parents, when said vampires know nothing about her? Idiot!

"That'd be nice, but not tonight. I have to let Ellie know when I'll be out or she'll get annoyed."

"Ok," Thank goodness for that, it's as though she could tell I didn't mean tonight.

It was only then that I realised that we had been set work by Mr. Banner and the lesson was nearly over. I looked at Bella and she had seen my eyes dart to the board and handed me a copy of rough notes.

"The answers, I copied them for you," she explained simply and began to pack away her stuff into her bag. The bell went and she stood up. I followed and lead her to the door, holding it open for her to walk through.

"I've got Gym next and you've got Spanish in room three, so I'll see you tomorrow?" It was more of a question, and she didn't sound sure if I would agree. I wasn't sure if I wanted to put her in more danger but I was a very selfish creature.

"Tomorrow," I nodded and she walked away. I watched her go before she headed into the Gym and was lost to my sight. I sighed and went to Spanish. I sat at my newly assigned desk and Rosalie turned to me and said:

"Explain," I could feel the anger coming off her like an explosion

"Rose, calm your self it hurts!" I whispered so low that only she could hear.

"Explain" She repeated through her teeth.Man, was this lesson going to get interesting.