*A/N: I know I haven't included a lot of Renesmee and Jacob so far but in this chapter I included a little peek into their minds. I hope I got it right.
I got asked if Jacob is a werewolf or a vamp in this story. A: He's a wolf. He keeps fazing every once in a while so he doesn't age. That way he can live forever with Renesmee.
Thanks for all the suggestions. Believe it or not, a lot of what was suggested was already planned to be written in future chapters. It proves you all could write a story! :P
People are also questioning me about the human feelings Bella is supposed to feel. Those feelings will come in later chapters. They are feelings as much as they are characteristics. Not too complicated? Sorry, you'll understand when the time comes. :P
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Now here's chapter 4! Enjoy!
This chapter takes place on Monday. (Day 1)
Chapter 4: The "break up"
BPOV
How was I going to survive this day? The gossip started the second Edward and I got out of our separate cars. As I passed I heard it all. The gossip, the laughter, the possible reasons for our break up, people planning how to ask us out...absolutely everything. It was killing me, knowing that I couldn't do anything, that I didn't have Edward by my side or his comfort that everything was going to be ok. Of course I had Alice, Rosalie and Renesmee because it was part of Emmett's plan: the girls stick together as do the guys, but it wasn't the same.
"I told you he'd fall for me." I heard Tiffany's obnoxious voice. She was walking behind me with Leanne.
"I can't believe they broke up. What do you think happened?" asked Leanne.
"I told you high school relationships never last. Besides, she wasn't anything special. He so did it for me." replied bitch #1. I hated that girl. Couldn't she quit like every other human?
"Anyway, we'll probably find out sooner or later. We have to get to class." answered bitch #2. Rosalie would be proud that I had a mean side.
Class was absolutely horrible. I kept hearing about Edward and I. How long was this going to last? Didn't people have better things to do in their spare time besides gossip about other peoples lives?
All eyes were on me as I entered the cafeteria with Alice and Rosalie flanking my sides. All three of us kept our heads held high as we made our way towards our table.
As I sat down, I opened my shield to Edward, which had become part of me threw out the years, to tell him I was ready. I love you. I'm sorry, were my thoughts as he and the boys entered the cafeteria. Edward walked right to me while Emmett, Jasper and Jacob went to sit at the table situated at the other end of the room.
Earlier on, it might have been surprising that Jacob willingly went with this but now it was completely natural. He was a brother to all of us, a son to Carlisle and Esme and a husband to Nessie. Everyone considered him family. Even Rosalie wormed up to him...to an extent that is.
"Bella I-"
"Edward stop" I interrupted" There's nothing left to say ok. We said what had to be said last night." I answered, reciting what we practiced the night before. We had the entire cafeteria's attention now.
"I didn't say anything Bella, you did all the talking." He answered raising his voice.
"That's because you were caught up doing something else. Leave me alone Edward. I'd like to eat my lunch in peace." I replied bitterly, acting like any other girl who got cheated on would even though we agreed if anyone asked us directly whether or not Edward cheated on me we'd say no. I was very believable due to the fact that my acting skills have improved along the years.
"Please let me explain, I didn't mean it, it was just-"
"I don't want to here it Edward." I interrupted him once more. "What's done is done. Run along now." I finished turning my head around.
"Let me fix this Bella. I know I screwed up but I'm not perfect ok? You've done stuff you would change if you could too you know."
"Don't you dare try to put this on me. You're the one who can't control yourself." I snapped at him. I knew I was being unreasonably harsh but I was really getting into it.
"Are you breaking up with me?" he asked in a low voice. We had to make it clear that we hadn't broken up but we were rather taking a break. If I didn't know any better, I'd think our situation was really going on. I couldn't decide if that was a good or bad thing.
"No I'm not. I just need time ok? I need time to think."
"What is there to think about? I love you and I know you love me. That doesn't just go away over night." He argued.
"Believe me, there's a lot to think about; you, me, us. Can you give me that time?" I questioned him. He just nodded his head, looking down at the floor.
"Good. You're going to have to give me my space. Don't push me. I'll talk to you when I'm ready."
"I'm really sorry I messed everything up. I regret it like you can't imagine. I missed you last night. It wasn't the same without you next to me. If I could take it back I would. I love you Isabella." He added, using my full name to emphasise his point.
"Well you should have though about that before." I said as I grabbed mythings and began to make my way out of the crowded space with my sisters. "Oh and if you know what's good for you and expect us to work this out, you better be on your best behaviour." I added walking out of the cafeteria.
RenesmeePOV
It was hard seeing my parents fight that way even if I knew it meant nothing. While I was growing up, I always looked up to them and their relationship. It was something so powerful that it made me realize that if I couldn't have what they shared, I didn't want anything. Thank God I found Jacob or rather he found me because I got what I always wanted; an unconditional love like my parents.
I hated having to choose between them. I would have preferred not being involved in Emmett's scheme but he insisted that every one of us participate and due to me being a girl, I was on my mothers' side. I knew siding with my 'brother's girlfriend' rather then my own 'brother' was going to cause more gossip. Of course Emmett was counting on that.
"How can Renesmee choose Bella over her brother? Isn't that kind of weird?" I heard asking a girl from my Spanish class, Amanda.
"Well he may be her biological brother but Bella is her adopted sister. Besides, girls stick together right? Whatever Edward did must have been pretty bad if she choose her though." answered her friend. I choose to ignore what was being said and instead fallowed my mother along with my two aunts out the doors.
JacobPOV
I'll admit that Emmett's idea pleased me. Life was getting a little boring around here. It may be entertaining but I hate splitting our family in two. Yes I said our family. That's what they are.
Threw out the years, I've learnt the Cullen's way of life, witnessed their love, passion, and devotion to one another. I've grown to love them and consider them as people. Though that fact is greatly due to my wife, it doesn't change the end result.
I've actually come to think of Edward as a brother though he was technically my father in law but that was just too weird. We both came to an agreement that we'd be brothers to each other. I love him and would defend him like I did for the members of my pack. I missed them terribly but I had a family now whom I knew loved me back. This was a rather awkward situation, vampires and werewolves loving each other. As odd and weird as this situation is, I'm glad things turned out this way and I know it was for the best.
EPOV
The thoughts hit me ten folds when Bella left. People all around me were discussing the implications and the reasons behind the exchange they witnessed a moment ago. It was extremely hard arguing with Bella like that.
"How could Edward Cullen cheat on the Bella Masen?" I heard from a guy sitting at the jocks table.
"How do you know he cheated on her? He could have easily called her fat or something. You know how chicks get when you say things like that." answered a friend of his. I realized the first boy was Ryan, the captain of the football team, a complete player.
"Dude, weren't you listening? She basically said it out loud. He's such an idiot. Why would he need anyone else? Bella's a great piece of ass. I'd do her in a second." It took all my strength not to jump that kid and teach him some manners. How dare he disrespect my Bella like that? She wasn't a piece of meat.
"Ryan, you're so lucky she's in you next class. Now that she's single, everyone's going to be after her."
"I heard Mr. Gaberdson is assigning a new project. Maybe I'll get her as a partner. I should have her at my feet by the end of the week boys." answered Ryan. If he laid one hand on Bella, I'll maker sure he looses his ability to reproduce. Right then the bell rang, signalling the end of lunch.
Great, my next class is with Tiffany, I thought sarcastically. My day just keeps getting better and better. Unfortunately, I had to sit next to Tiffany. She took the opportunity to talk to me about what the whole school witnessed.
"I heard what happened between you and Bella." She started. She's even dumber then I thought if she thinks Edwards going to wait for her to 'think', she added in her mind. I completely ignored her. Of course that didn't stop her. That would have been too easy.
"Look, I just wanted you to know that if you need anything I'm here, alright? Besides you don't need her. She was a fake anyway." I had to comment on what she just said. Just because the school thought we were in a fight didn't mean I couldn't defend Bella.
"You don't know what you're talking about. Bella's the kindest, most genuine, sweetest, selfless and lovable person you'll ever meet. She's everything your not." I answered her in a hard tone. She had to realize that insulting my wife wasn't acceptable, at least to me.
"If she's so great why did you cheat on her? I bet it's because she sucks in bed. I could please you so much more. Don't fight what you feel for me. We could be great together." I stared at her in disbelief. I couldn't believe she was suggesting I sleep with her. How shallow was this girl?
"What happened between my girlfriend and I is none of your concern. If you have to know though, I didn't cheat on her. Even if I wasn't with Bella, I still wouldn't go for someone like you." I answered hoping she would drop the conversation or I was going to do something I would most probably regret.
"You'll regret what you said soon. It's only a matter of time" She added, turning her head towards the teacher who had started his lecture. I didn't look at Tiffany for the remainder of class.
It was a good thing I had the textbook memorized because I certainly wasn't paying attention. I was too preoccupied calming myself down. I just wanted to ditch class and kiss Bella. Of course that was out of the question. It would raise more suspicions. Damn Emmett to the biggest pit of hell.
BPOV
The confrontation in the cafeteria went as planed. Alice and Rosalie assured me that my performance was beyond brilliant. That wasn't something I was proud of. Alice wanted to take me shopping for new closes after school. Seems the fashion show they'd be doing during the talent show didn't occupy her enough as I'd planned. Shame.
I said goodbye to both of my sisters before heading off to english class. We'd be assigned our first project of the semester according to Alice. It wasn't going to be a problem since it was my favourite subject.
As I entered the class room, the whispers intensified. I took my seat in the back of the class so as not to draw added attention. A boy with blond hair and blue eyes sat next to me. I notice he was a jock, Ryan Highton for the matter. He smiled at me as sat down. Great, just what I needed, another unwanted admirer.
"Good afternoon class. Today you will be receiving you first assignment of the semester. You will be pared in groups of two." People automatically started asking each other to be paired up. "Evidentially, I will be choosing the teams." Mr Gaberdson added quieting everyone. I hope I don't get paired of with a total nut case.
"You'll be writing a 3000 word story on whatever subject you want. There are of course some restrictions. There has to be an ending, nothing finishing in suspense and none of this 'I woke up and it was all a dream'. You're story has to be realistic, there has to be at least two main characters, a variation of verbs, an enriched vocabulary, your characters as well as the environments you'll use have to be described, every single details must be written. I'll have to be able to picture in my head as I read it, I shouldn't have to guess anything." He explained the assignment to the class.
"On top of that, each team will read there story in front of the class. There will be a vote for the best story. The winning group will get an additional 7% on their essay." He added.
"Now for the teams" he continued." Sabrina Samuels and David Calston, Martha Fitmere and Jeremy Porlious, Chritine Lastern and Michael Jaginlaw, Isabella Masen and Ryan Highton,..." I stopped listening after that. I was paired up with the captain of the football team? This couldn't be happening. My day has officially gotten worse.
Once Mr Gaberdson finished naming the teams, he gave us the rest of the period to get started.
"Hey partner" said Ryan moving his desk next to mine.
"Hey." I answered taking out paper.
"I thought we should get together at each others places evenly." That was not good. I couldn't have him in my house.
"Umm, I don't think that will work. Maybe we can meet at the library or something?" I offered.
"What's wrong with your place?" He questioned. What was I suppose to say? You can't come because you're human and were a house full of vampires oh and don't forget one werewolf. Ya that would turn out good.
"Nothing. It's just I don't live near here. I'm kind of out of the way." I replied. I felt like hitting myself in the head. Was that the best I could come up with?
"It's not a problem." He answered. Of course it wasn't, I thought drily.
"We should probably get started soon. We only have two weeks." I said changing the subject. Turns out my attempt was useless.
"I agree. We could go to your house after school and then mine Wednesday. If that's alright with you." He offered.
"Sure. I guess that's good." Rosalie was going to kill me, not to mention Edward. Oh well, what's done is done right. I've really been using that statement a lot lately.
"Great. I'll need your address." He sounded too smug about that fact. Maybe I could convince Esme to move after this assignment. Not likely.
I wrote the address on a piece of paper and handed it to him. I started to walk out of the class since the bell had rung while I was writing my information. "Come by at 7, after supper ok?" I added walking out of the class. Not that anyone ate supper at our house, besides Jacob.
"Sounds good. See you then." He called after me.
What did I just get myself into? I asked myself. Better prepare the family, I added, making my way towards Rosalie. I was a dead girl.
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