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Chapter 2
~*~*~*~*~* Forgetting is Never Easy *~*~*~*~*~
~*~ "Trying to forget someone you love is like trying to remember someone you never met." Anonymous ~*~
"Crap, Crap, Crap!" Scarlet ranted as she flipped through the clothes in her closet.
"The last one was really nice so why do I have to try on anymore?" I was getting very impatient. I just wanted to get this night over with. They didn't know about my past with Jacob, one of Quil's best friends. If they did they surely wouldn't be pushing the situation. I still didn't understand why she insisted I try on over 20 different outfits.
"Bella we have been over this before!" She put one hand on her hip and raised the other with her finger pointed toward me. "You have an amazing body and it is time you leave the baggy tees and sweatpants behind becauseā¦.well...because you will look and feel so much better." I just rolled my eyes in response.
She got on her hands and knees into the back of her closet.
"Besides are you forgetting that hot piece of meat that will be waiting for you at the restaurant?" Lydia and Scarlet giggled as I let out a deep breath and plopped down on the bed. How bad could it be? It was only dinner with friends. No expectations, no worries. Just dinner. I was finally beginning to relax as I heard a loud "AH HU!" I jumped obviously startled which threw Lydia into a fit of giggles.
"I found it!!" Scarlet jumped up and down squealing. "This will look amazing on you! Bella strip!" She moved around the room picking up more clothing as she went along." Oh here" She handed me the clothing. "Put these on, we will be right out the door, but hurry up because we still have to do your hair and make up!"
After they walked out of the room I hurried and stripped down to my underwear. Other once I took a look at the pile of cloths I noticed Scarlet even picked out underwear for me to wear. It was a thin white lace thong. Hesitantly I pulled them on followed by the pair of jeans. The jeans were a faded pair of low rise hip huggers that shown off my curves perfectly. I never was a vain person but I must say I loved these jeans. However once I noticed the shirt I was starting to question why in the world I would allow them to talk me into this. The shirt was a white sleeveless corset type with white ribbon lacing up the back. You know the kind that allows the top of your breast to be uncovered. Never in my life have I ever worn anything of this nature. Oh dear what have I gotten myself into?
Much to my surprise in the matter of time in took me to get dressed the other two were already done with their hair and make up and fully dressed. Scarlet was always the more daring one she wore a black and white plaid skirt with a black halter top and Lydia kept it simple with a red sundress.
They spent the next 20 minutes or so on my hair and makeup. The makeup was more then I was used to. I looked in the mirror and barely recognized myself. My eyes were a smoky cat eye effect with sparkly pale shadow and my lips were blood red. They even managed to tame my mess of hair into nice soft curls that flown freely to my waist. I was amazed they truly did work wonders.
On the way to the club I couldn't help but grow more and more self conscience. For some reason I couldn't understand how I could allow myself to get involved in this mess. I know my friends had every intention to hook me up with Quil. However I knew there was less then a 1% chance of that happening.
We made it to the club faster then I thought we would. Scarlet parked her black Viper at the far end of the parking lot of club. As we stepped out of the car I ran my hand through my hand nervously before following the girls toward the front of the club.
The walkway was beautifully landscaped and the sign above the door spelled Mannequins and was lit up in green and purple letters.
Once we were in the club I could literally feel as eyes raked over my body. I tried to convince myself it was all in my head and that worked for a while until Scarlet spoke.
"Wow Bella you sure did get their attention tonight." She whispered in my ear. I followed Scarlet and Lydia to the bar where Lydia ordered us drinks.
"Three Hurricane's Please." She paid and handed us our drinks. "To us." She toasted and we joined in.
I wasn't sure exactly what the drink was but it tasted fantastic. It was icy cold and tasted like Strawberry Kiwi Kool Aide. It was now my favorite drink that was for sure!!
"Girls over here!" One of Quil's friends shouted our way. They had picked out a table in the back corner. It was certainly private and if it wasn't for them drawing attention to themselves we probably wouldn't be able to find them.
I was almost finished with my drink as we made our way toward the table. I couldn't help but notice that the girls barely drank even half of theirs.
I tried not to realize Quil's eyes on me as we made our way toward them. Not exactly sure why, but I was beginning to feel even more comfortable now. I wasn't self cautious and was beginning to enjoy the attention.
"Hello Ladies" One of the friends spoke. I could not remember what his name was or if Quil even introduced us to begin with.
"Hello I am Bella, an old friend of Quil's." I extended my arm out to shake his hand. He gladly accepted and followed suit.
"Miguel. We met earlier but I am sure you remember that." He grinned and I smile in response. Of course I remembered but I didn't remember which one he was. Now that that was all cleared up I took another drink and moved toward Quil. I stood up and pulled my chair out for me.
After I sat down I scooted a little closer to Quil. He immediately made eye contact with me and I smiled a soft simple smile in response. His arms were resting on the table and I took my hand and ran it gently along his thigh. The look of confusion immediately took place on his face and he raised an eyebrow while he held my stare, not once breaking eye contact.
I licked my lips and leaned in closer to his ear as I began to speak. "You are sorta beautiful. Did you know that Quil?"
QPOV
I was beginning to wonder if the girls had changed their mind and backed out of dinner tonight. Well at least I was worried Bella did. I was beginning to grow restless and couldn't help but wonder if I made the right choice of asking her here.
I wasn't even paying attention to anything going on until I heard Miguel whistle and shout out. "Girls over here!"
I turned to look and that is when I noticed them. Bella was in the back but when I finally got a good look at her my jaw dropped. She looked amazing! Never out of all the time I have known her did I see her dressed in anything like that. The heels she wore made her legs longer and the cloths just accented her body. She was beyond hot. Fuck what am I talking about she is an absolute god!! I could not take my eyes off of her but she didn't seem to mind when she noticed.
"Hello Ladies" Victor spoke again as we all three stood up from the table.
"Hello I am Bella, an old friend of Quil's." she looked my way and extended her arm out to shake his hand. Miguel didn't waste time to place his hand around hers. I couldn't help but feel like ripping his arm off for touching her.
"Miguel. We met earlier but I am sure you remember that." She grinned and I cringed. Hell did she know what she was doing to me. I shouldn't be feeling this way toward her. I am supposed to be thinking of her as a sister. However I just couldn't seem to do that.
I pulled the chair out next to me and she moved around the table and sat down. I couldn't help but notice her cleavage from this angle. I felt my heart rate begin to pick up and felt lucky no one else here could tell.
Once she sat down she scooted in closer to me. At first I thought I had imagined it but when I looked her way she was staring at me intently. My eyes met hers and I began to feel something inside me ignite. She smiled a beautiful sexy smile that made my heart skip a beat. I placed my arms on the table lacing my hands together trying to focus on anything but what she was making me feel. I felt dirty and wrong. She was my best friend's girl, but then again he did give her up so she was free game. What about Jake but then again what about me? She was obviously interested. I think so anyway.
All of a sudden all of my reasoning went out the window as I felt her tiny hand run up my thigh. Confusion coursed through my body as I felt my pants grow tighter. I still remained in constant contact with her eyes. I mean it was ok to look right? Hell it was pretty obvious I wanted to do more then just look. However she is carrying someone else's child. It would just be sick. She licked her lips and leaned in closer to me until I felt her hot breath across my skin. Passion and lust were growing stronger by the minute. My pants were already uncomfortable as it was. If I was up to me I would probably take her right here in front of everybody.
"You are sorta beautiful. Did you know that Quil?" She whispered seductively in my ear. That was it I couldn't take any more of this torture. I turned my head so that our lips were barely touching. I wanted nothing more than to crush her lips with my own and let her know just how much I in fact wanted her. I could feel her hot breath across my lips and that is when I smelled it. It only took a minute for it to register in my brain. However it was simple and I would recognize that smell anywhere. Alcohol.
She was drinking! In her condition I knew she shouldn't be. Then that was when it hit me, the only reason she was flirting or making any advances was because she was buzzed. Not because she felt something between us or because she was attracted to me. The alcohol played a key role in her advances tonight. As much as I hated putting an end to this I had to. At least for the sake of the baby's well being.
"What are you drinking Bella?" I whispered as I had to force myself to pull away form her as I reached for her cup.
"Oh um it's kool aid or something" Bella just shook her head and looked down. She began to blush but perked back up in no time. "Actually I should get another one it's almost empty."
I smelt the drink and sure enough it was alcohol of some sort. I couldn't help but wonder if Bella knew what it was. It didn't seem like she did. And while she wasn't so happy about the baby right now I don't think she would intentionally harm it.
"You stay here; I will get you one ok?" I laid my hand on her bare shoulder and she looked up and smile at me as I began to walk away. I made sure to get her a nonalcoholic beverage. I doubt she will even be able to tell the difference.
Once I got back to the table I instantly noticed that Bella was gone. Quickly I began to scan the room looking for her.
"Calm down Romeo, she didn't skip out on you she just went to the restroom." The little red head giggled. Victor was close to her side they seemed to be hitting it off nicely. I must have been too caught up in my own hormones to even notice.
I sat her drink down and resumed my seat. As soon as I sat down I couldn't help but notice all the eyes on me.
"What?" A few moments of silence passed as they just stared at each other and then back at me.
"Nothing we were just wondering what the deal is with the two of you?" Miguel spoke.
"There is nothing going on. We are friends nothing more." I shook my head but refused to make eye contact with any of them.
"Yeah ok."
"The way you guys' body reacts to each other tells a different story." Victor was the one to explain what they all were thinking.
"How long have you known Bella?" Lydia asked.
"A long time, more then a couple of years. She dated a friend of mine."
"Dated as in passed tense?" Miguel piped in. They were all listening now. I always knew Bella didn't tell them about the baby. Maybe she didn't even tell them about Jake.
"Yes. She went through a difficult break up before deciding to move here."
"And you followed her all the way across the world?" Scarlet raised an eyebrow and I nodded.
"Dude there is no way you are convincing us you are only interested in being friends. Keep on trying to convince yourself of that."
"She was drinking tonight. Alcohol played a part so it doesn't count." I answered lower than I did before.
"I wouldn't be so sure if I were you." Scarlet giggled and I couldn't help but wonder what she meant. However before I got the chance to ask I saw Bella in the corner of the room. What I also saw was a disgusting punk with his hands all over her.
I jumped up and immediately rushed toward her. Victor and Miguel flanked at my sides. I saw the man pushing him self closer to her forcing her into the wall. She was obviously uncomfortable and trying to get away from his grasp. My concern was growing even more for her and the baby. Once I finally reached him I grabbed him by the back of the shirt and threw him off of her.
"Are you ok Bella?" I pulled her into my arms and rubbed her back. She looked up and stood on her tiptoes. After placing a kiss on my cheek she whispered thanks in my ear. I took one last glimpse of the creep lying on the ground. I didn't have to say anything I knew he understood never to come near her again.
We made our way back to the table. The waitress came over and we ordered our food. I took it upon myself to assume the responsibility to get all of Bella's drinks for the rest of the night. By the end of the night the buzz she was obviously feeling earlier had worn off.
There were a few times she would gently brush her hand against mine or I would caught her looking at me. Whenever I had she would quickly look away and begin to blush. I knew she must have felt guilty about what she done. She must not have meant any of it and I couldn't help but be affected by that.
The rest of the evening went by quickly. We enjoyed our dinner and talked and joked with our friends. Once I was finally home and in my bed I couldn't get the way her hand felt against my thigh or how soft her lips were when they touched my cheek. I fell asleep that night with Bella's face burned into my mind.
~There you have it!! I promise the next chapter will be longer!! The first lemon will be coming soon. Please review!~
