Guys I am so so soooorrry! I know I'm the worst person ever. I know I know I feel horrible! And on top of that I had three chapters written out for you guys and for some reason my computer "saved" it but didn't save any words! Ugh. But anyways, I have a laptop now so expect more chapters. And also, if I don't get much feedback on this site anymore I'm moving my story. I'm sorry guys, but that other site has been gaining so much activity lately. I'll always warn you guys before doing so. And as for my other story, i'm taking that one down and re doing it all. But anywho, let's continue shall we?
So where did we leave off? Oh yeah..
Disclaimer; I do not own twilight or any of the characters, I do however own THIS plot, and any new characters. Enjoy.
BPOV;
As we walked towards the dining hall, music could be heard playing softly. The sun was setting behind us, creating a beautiful glow in front of us as we made out way down the hill. Couples walked hand in hand, childrens laughter was heard softly as they ran and played. A mother telling her little girl to not get her new dress ruined and the sound of the petulant child grumbling as she straightened out her dress made my mother giggle. Probably remembering me and my childhood friends and how often I had done that. I hated wearing dresses. Tom boy was my way of life. I smiled.
People greeted us, asking the same questions they asked every year. "How are you Renee? How is Arizona?" Etc. Blah blah blah. I tugged on my mothers hand gently and she excused herself and we laughed as we walked away. "Do they have to always ask that?" I giggled, she was reading my mind practically. She shook her head and smiled back gently.
Finally we reached the hall and made our way inside, it was already jam packed. People eagerly sat down ready to eat the fabulous dinner I knew Carlisle had prepared for everyone. He only ever got the best chefs around to prepare every ones dinners. It was well known, especially around the state. Other clubs in the area tried so hard to compete, but they knew they couldn't. This was the best place all around.
We sat down at our table as we waited for the known speech Carlisle made every summer. He kept it short, but classy. But I knew the words by heart. As people began to sit down, the lights dimmed into a warm soft glow. A waiter dressed in a red tux came to our table and set down a tray next to Renee and handed her a large glass of red wine. She grabbed it and sipped on it eagerly. He offered me one, but I politely declined as Renee giggled. The waiter bowed and picked up the tray as he made his way to another table.
A tap on the mic and a clearing of the throat was all it took for the whole place to go silent. Like I had said, classy. Carlisle approached the podium. I smiled largely as he noticed me. Smiling, he winked and nodded. Clearing his throat once more he began his speech.
"Hello and welcome to the famous Cullen Country Club. My family and I welcome you warmly. We are all so happy to have each of you here, and we have prepared the summer with lots of fun activities and games. As you all know, tomorrow is our annual anniversary ball. We will be starting at dusk at the gazebo by the lake. It is formal, so wear your best! We can't wait, and we hope you all can't either. We will have live music, and entertainment. New entertainment-" I looked up sharply after I heard 'new entertainment'. That was odd. Carlisle never hired anyone new. I wonder what he had in store this year? "-We will be there to greet everybody. and after the ball, we are having a meet by the lake, and setting off the annual lantern, we hope we see you all there. So, as I hurry this along, please enjoy your dinner the chefs have prepared for you, and enjoy your night" He smiled as people clapped their hands. A few hollered and shouted in the back.
Before I knew it I was smothered in a huge hug. Esme! I squeezed her tightly. "Oh my god Bella! It's been so long. How are you?! Look at you! You're all grown up and you have boobs!" I groaned loudly into her shoulder as my mom laughed out right. My face heated up. "Oh I'm sorry sweetheart," she sat down next to me pulling my hands into her lap. She still looked as young and as beautiful as ever. I couldn't help but to smile. "So, how are you? Honestly? Anymore, episodes?" She whispered softly. I bit my lower lip and looked down.
"Just four, this year," I whispered just as softly. She looked at me kindly, but with concern. I shrugged my shoulders, "They weren't as bad as the ones I had here three years ago. I'm okay, honestly" I smiled. She glanced at Renee as if to confirm it, and out of the corner of my eye, I could see my mom shake her head 'No'. "Mom! I told you that I was okay, guys really, stop worrying about me. I really am okay!" Esme then nodded and smiled. I looked up, not noticing that Carlisle was standing next to her. I shook my head to focus more.
"Well, anyways, we are going to go greet some more guests, we have some entertainment tonight, and we expect you to come by our cabin tonight and catch up! We have missed you so much, and I know Esme is dying to gossip with you Renee, so eat, go clean up and meet us at the cabin at 10" Carlisle said as he pulled us each into a huge bear hug. I giggled loudly and he tightened his grip.
Esme hugged me once more, and walked over to my mom, and whispered something into my mothers ear as she nodded intently, glancing at me then quickly looking away. She whispered something back into Esmes ear then hugged her, without another word or look, Carlisle and Esme were off onto another table greeting each guest warmly.
I looked down to see that the food had already gotten here. I looked confused for a second, but shrugged it off. It was a long drive, that's all. I was just being paranoid is all. I picked up my fork and mindlessly picked at my food. Not really having much of an appetite, I focused my mind on the activity of the room. Occasionally seeing Esme or Carlisle walking around. Renee talked to a friend sitting next to her happily. Then the music stopped, and an introduction was made. I was so focused on other things I didn't notice that the music picked up a tango type feel to it. I didn't notice a man walk out in a tight black and white tux. I didn't notice the gorgeous blonde woman standing next to him in a red flowing gown. And I didn't notice when they started to dance flawlessly.
What I did notice was the applause and the uproar of hoots and hollering. I focused my gaze of the retreating dancers, bummed I missed the entertainment. I was just about to look away from the dancers when the man in the tux, turned back around to grab a towel to wipe over his face. I gasped softly. He was the most, handsome, angelic, beautiful man I had ever laid eyes on. He looked up and scanned the crowd intently, as if he could sense my gaze. Our eyes connected.
My face burned with the blush that went from my chest to my cheeks. I looked like a lobster. His eyes, an emerald green stared at mine brown ones with such a heated stare, it felt like it burned a hole into my soul. And yet, I could not look away. It was like I was stuck in a trance. He looked annoyed, yet his face held questions. Why? I had no idea. His brows furrowed intently and then, I swear to god, he bit his lip, shook his head and turned away as he rolled his eyes. I gasped once more and fanned my burning face.
I grabbed my moms wine glass and chugged the whole glass. My mother didn't even notice. The man with the green eyes retreated around the stage corner, and out of sight. I could breathe again.
My breathing was fast. My heart was racing. The music was too loud. The chattering of the people around me seemed to grow louder and louder. The edges of my eye sight seemed to get blurry. I stood up quickly, grabbing my handbag I tapped my mother on the shoulder, finally gaining her attention.
"Hey, i'm going to go back to the cabin and lay down for a few. I'm exhausted. Just come wake me up before you go to Carlisle and Esme's cabin please," My mom stood up quickly and felt my forehead, looking at me with only concern. "I'm okay, just tired."
"Bella, are you sure? I can walk you back-" I cut her off shaking my head 'no', she bit her lip then continued. "Okay, but i'm checking up on you. Understood?" I nodded and she gave me a hug.
I pulled away quickly and made my way out of the dining hall as quick as I could. Once I pushed through the doors, I breathed a sigh of relief. It was quiet out. The sun was down, and it was windy. I breathed deeply. I looked up towards the star lit sky and tried to calm myself down. What was wrong? Why did that man..Why did he cause such an effect on my body? I shrugged and began to walk towards the cabin.
Only a few stray people were still out, walking around. Probably enjoying the beautiful night.
My head felt fuzzy but I focused more on my feet walking the path to the cabin, than I did to where I was going. Then I felt it, something hard, but soft, run into me. I squealed as I felt myself falling backwards, my ankle twisting oddly. But then I was yanked upwards, yet not roughly.
I stood up onto my feet, dizzily looking up into what I had run into. The air in my lungs left in a whoosh when I saw it was the man with the green eyes from earlier. "Why don't you look up when you're fucking walking, jeeze!" He all but growled into my face. His lip was lifted into a snarl, and his eyes were almost black. I held back a gasp.
"I-I-I'm sorry!" The words stumbled out of my mouth quickly. I darted my eyes behind him, only to see that he was with the girl from earlier. Who looked at her nails impatiently. She was gorgeous. He was gorgeous. And suddenly I felt self conscious about my appearance. "I am so sorry Sir I didn't mean to hurt you if I did..I-I'm a bit clumsy." I stuttered. The lady behind him scoffed as she looked up to glance at me in annoyance. He looked down at me and his face softened, if only just a little bit.
"Whatever, just watch where you're walking little girl. It's dark out. Creepy people are out," He smirked and looked behind him at the woman. She laughed. He let go of my arm roughly and shoved his hands in his pockets. I gulped, but not out of fear. But his smile..Lord.
"Edward, come on. We have to get back to the staff lounge. It's about to start!" She rolled her eyes. So the gods name was Edward? How fitting..and old fashioned at best. He nodded and looked at me once more before furrowing his brow again and roamed his eyes over my body. But not in a way that made me uncomfortable. He looked at me with..concern? I wasn't sure. My eyes felt like they jumped around in my head. Darting around fast. My heart beat picked up. My breathing became shallow.
Oh no. No no no! Not now. I took the medicine. No! My face grew pale. I turned around quickly and looked off down the hill I had just climbed, the dining hall was farther than the cabin. I gulped and turned back around as Edwards face looked at me questioningly. I opened my mouth to speak but no words came out. I shut it and gulped loudly. "I..Uh sorry for bump-bumping into you Ed-edward, uh, sorry again" I stumbled away and past both of them quickly. I could faintly hear a "Hey wait" as I began to run towards the cabin. I ignored it and continued to run.
It was happening again. And if I didn't make it to the cabin before I blacked out, I don't know what would happen to me. I reached the porch, only to trip on the first step, sprawling across the four steps up to the door. I grunted, my eyes felt heavy, and blurry, like I was crying. I reached up to my eyes, but didn't feel any wetness. I whimpered pathetically.
I tried to stand up but felt more dizzy. Only as I felt my body begin to fall into the darkness did I feel warm strong hands slide under my back and legs and lift me up. My body felt limp. I couldn't move but I know my eyes were open. The door opened, and I was placed onto something soft.
I whimpered and closed my eyes as something soft brushed over my face and hair. Then nothing. The blackness I had been seeing, swallowed me.
Quiet. Dark.
So, what do you think? Leave me questions! Make sure to leave a review. I will be posting another one by tomorrow. I hope you enjoyed it. It was pretty rushed, but I like how it turned out. On the next chapter I will answer any and all questions left. Until next time, peace guys.
