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Chapter 4- Aftermath

Alice looked around the store, completely lost in her own world. I couldn't keep the smirk off my face as I watched her. As expected, she dragged me around the store, ran into two people, and probably spent more on shoes then I could afford in my entire life. We went to Macy's, Banana Republic, and a few others that I didn't even want to mention.

"Alice!" I whined. "My feet hurt!"

"That sucks," Alice said happily, not even looking at me. I narrowed my eyes. She would pay later.

Though, she was kind enough to stop by a book store. I looked threw the books slowly, not wanting to go back to Alice, who was getting a drink from Keva Juice. Then I saw an interesting read. It was called Twilight. It entrigued me in a way I couldn't understand. I brought it to the check out without even looking at what it was about. But then, of course, Alice decided to interrupt with two Keva Juices.

"Bella!" She whined. "You take forever."

I rolled my eyes. "Now you feel my pain," I muttered.

Alice handed me my Keva Juice and annouced, "I got you an Oreo Speedwagon!"

I was already gulping it the moment she said oreo. . . What? It's not like I have a problem. I just really, really, like oreos. And, if possible, that drink made me like it even more. So there's no problem at all. See?

"Mh!" I moaned at the drink.

Alice scrunched up her nose in disapproval.

"Your a fat cow!" She exclaimed, as if she just realized it.

I licked my lips and smirked at her. "I'm not a fat cow. I just eat cow fat. Like twinkes, oreos, ice cream-"

"Ew," she said simply, cutting me off. "You should try eating healthy, like me. I have twice the amount of energy as I used to!" Alice had been dieting for the past two years ever since she discovered the Biggest Loser, a T.V. show where overweight people lost weight. I eyed Alice up and down. She was 4'11, had perfect skin, almost a glow. She was skinny, but not down-to-the-bone skinny. She had curves. Huh. Maybe I should start eating healthy... Psh. Ah, no. Old habits do die hard.

"How does you having more energy do anyone any good?" I asked, raising me eyebrow. I snorted. "Besides, it tastes good." I decided to change the subject before Alice started telling me what Bob and Jillian thought. (A/N If you've never heard of, or seen the show, this will make no sense to you) "So, what did you get?"

Alice thought for a moment. "I don't really know," she admitted. "But, it had red bull!"

I groaned. When Alice has any energy drink, she becomes incredibly hyper for about 10 minutes, then passes out. Trust me, it's a sight you don't want to see. But I knew there was nothing I could do about it now. So, I just merely shook my head, and kept walking around with her, eyeing whether she started doing anything remotely strange. Then I realized I never got my book. Oh, well. I'd get it later.

As we went threw the store, sipping our drinks, Alice froze. Okay, Alice never stops in the middle of a shopping spree, so I was starting to panic. I looked around for a dead body or a giant boogy man to pop out, because that's what I honestly expected. Much to my surprise, I saw nothing. Then I really started to panic.

Is Alice going into her hyper mode?! What if she trys to go streaking again?! Now I was in full panic mode.

"Um, Alice?" I choked out. "Is there something wrong?" I hesitated for a moment when no response came.

I looked at Alice's face. Her eyes were like a deer in headlights and her mouth made a little o. I followed her eyes to see something Alice never should.

Jasper Hale was in the doorway of a store, pressing Tanya up to the wall, making out with her. For a minute I just stood there, frozen. What what I just seen? That couldn't honestly be Jasper and Tanya. Jasper could never do that to Alice. It would brake her. But there was no way I could misplace Jasper's honey blonde hair, and Tanya's aggresiveness in the kiss. My thoughts went immidiately to Alice.

Oh, Alice! Why did this happen to her? Out of all people? The most wonderful person in the world was the person who got to go threw this. My heart fell hard as I felt her pain. But soon, the sadness was replaced with pure rage. How could he do that to her? Did he even realize what he's done? Did he even care?! I was sure my face was tomato red. Who does he think he is? Why the hell would he even think of looking at someone else, when someone as beautiful as Alice loved him? He would surely be going to hell. I swear I'm not responisble for what happened next.

Because before I could even realize what was happening, I found myself in a bad situation. I heard a few audible gasps. Huh? Erm... What just happened? I blinked a couple times and looked around. I wasn't with Alice anymore. I was next to Jasper and Tanya who had the weirdest expressions on their faces. Jasper's hair was covered in a gross brown that I didn't want to know what it was made of, and the left side of his face was pink. He was in pure shock. Tanya on the other hand was confused, stunned, and furious. She looked like she was about to tear my head off. No, worse. I turned around to see Alice behind me, mouth dropped. Holy crow, what had I just done?

Then the memories came flooding back all at once, and made me dizzy. Oh, no. My face turned cherry red as I realized what I had done. As much as I wanted to forget the memory, I guess fate had other plans for me. Jee, thanks memory.

I marched up to Jasper and Tanya determined. I faintly heard Alice call my name, but I ignored it. I now stood next to them furious, hands on hips. They ignored my presence and continued kissing roughly like the horny teenagers they were. I wondered if they actually even noticed me standing there.

Annoyed, I tapped Jasper on the shoulder. He seemed annoyed and reluctant to break away. He's so giving. When he saw me his eyes became huge. Didn't expect to get caught, did you? Jasper blinked for a few seconds, staring at me. Tanya was glaring, pissed that I had inturrupted their make out session.

"Oh... Hey, Bella," Jasper said, trying to be casual. Was he serious? Was he going to stand their and pretend like nothing was happening?

"Hi, Jasper," I said threw my teeth, "Are you busy?"

"Well, actual-"

"Great," I inturrupted. "Do you remember my friend Alice?" I pointed to Alice behind me. If it were even possible, Jasper's eyes got bigger. And there was something else. . . Regret? Anger? . . . Was it, dare I say it, fear? Now that was a sight to see. Jasper Hale scared.

Alice gave a brisk and furious wave at Jasper, glaring. Jasper quickly looked back to me, trying to regain his features. He seemed scared to even look at Alice.

"Yeah, I remember her," He said quickly.

"Do you also recall a certain date with her, Sunday?" I said, my words harsh.

Then Jasper did the worst thing he could do in this situation. He snorted. He freaking snorted. He didn't make things better for himself when he said, "So? She didn't think we were exclusive did she?"

That crossed the line.

"Well then," I said threw gritted teeth, trying to remain in control. "Here's a little parting gift, since Alice obviously won't be joining you for a date anytime soon."

Before Jasper could understand what I was saying, I lost control. I opened the cap to my Keva Juice and dumped it in his hair. Then, I slapped him across the face and screamed, "Asshole!"

And now, here I was, bracing myself for the aftermath. I looked at Alice trying to find any anger or sadness. Her face was expressionless. Jasper's hair was now a mub-like brown and it was dripping down his face, onto his clothes. He didn't even bother to wipe it off, or maybe he was still just in shock.

"You. . . You- Bitch!" Tanya stuttered, bringing me back to the real world.

I just shrugged. I didn't say anything partly because I thought I might offend her and make things worse, and also because I was lost for words. But mostly, I think it was because I wasn't sure I would even be able to form words out of my mouth. I turned away without a word, back to Alice's side.

"Come on," I barely whispered the words, and I was surprised if she could even hear me. Alice didn't seem able to move her legs, so I gently guided her to the nearest bathroom, not knowing where else to go.

It was thankfully empty, and Alice and I stood there in the middle. We stood there for what seemed like forever, though it was probably only a few minutes. I was looking was the floor for the most part, but every now I'd peek up quickly and then I would search for anger or sadness only to see her expressionless, blank, face staring back. Finally, I had to break the silence.
"Sorry," was all I could whisper.

Alice's head snapped up quickly. She looked furious.

"Bella," She said slowly. "You have just done the most crazy, absurd, out of character, bitchy, thing you have done in your entire life." She stopped to breathe. "And, you did it to the most popular, bitchy, prissy, bitch in all of Forks. . . Maybe even the world. You also did it to the love of my life, Jasper Hale, the most beautiful, blonde, intimidating, player of the school. And all you have to say is sorry?!"

I wanted to mention that she said bitch twice in the sentence, but thought better of it. Then I wanted to explain myself, but when I opened my mouth to speak, but no words could come out. Then I realized I had no explanation. All I could do then was hang my head in shame.

"Well, why the hell are you sorry?!" Alice screamed.

I jumped back in surprise. "I- um, what?" My brain was still trying to comprehend everything that was happening.

Alice rolled her eyes. "Come on, Bella, your a smart girl. Did you actually think I'd be mad?! You just stood up for me, dammit! I don't think you've ever talked before unless it was necissary!"

"That was necissary, Alice," I said, frustrated. "I couldn't just stand there."

"A good friend would have just sat there and told me how sorry they were-"

"But didn't you just say you were happy?" Now, I was completely confused.

"I didn't finish. A good friend would have done that. But your my best friend, and you just totally showed that bitch up!"

"I know, but what about Jasper?" I asked.

"Bella, you make everything too complicated. Screw Jasper, that asshat!"

"Asshat?" I asked laughing.

"Yeah, it's a word. Look it up."

"Okay, whatever you say... But one more thing," I said seriously.

"What?"

"Any... 'asshat' who chooses another girl when he has you, is a complete idiot."

Tears formed in Alice's eyes. "Oh, Bella!"

She threw her arms around me, and hugged me tightly. I hugged her back just as strongly. But soon, I couldn't breathe, and had to let go.

"I really don't know what I'd do without you," I admitted.

"Same," Alice said.

"Now, let's stop being all sad and moppy like 'Emo Bella'," I said in discust at my nickname.

Alice just laughed, and skipped out of the bathroom, back to her old pixie self.

Alice watched me slowly eat my burger with discust. I just smirked at her.

"Want some?" I asked, but there was still food in my mouth, so it probably sounded like "Whants Wohm?"

Alice rolled her eyes and muttered something. I couldn't hear exactly what but I head the words, "How the hell... discusting pig... going to get fat... damn her..." Alice took another bite of her salad. Then I remembered something. Looks like Bob and Jillian came back to bite her in the butt.

"Did you know that your McDonald's have over a thousand calories?" I blurted, smirking.

Alice stopped chewing and froze. She looked scared and pissed. It took her a minute or so before she finally, slowly, swallowed. Then she looked up at me to glare.

"Your lying," Alice said confidently, but it sounded like she was trying to convince herself.

I simply shrugged. "Your body."

Alice was quiet for a minute. Then she threw away her salad and started lecturing me on how salads would make your skin green and then you would grow a sixth toe on one foot.

She then looked me dead in the eye and finished, "Swine Flu."

"Isn't that your excuse for everything?" I asked.

"You know, Bella, it's global warming that's making you talk so crazy and saying I'm making up excuses. All this heat is getting to your head."

I rolled my eyes. It was only 45 degrees outside.

"Oh my gosh, Alice, your right! My bad," I said with sarcasm oozing from my voice.

Alice beamed. "I'm always looking out for you."

We finished are, excuse me, my meal, and then went back to shopping. Alice started suggesting places we missed, while I just whined just to annoy her. Then Alice decided to hit my limit.

"No!" I practically screamed.

"Don't be immature," Alice rolled her eyes. "Everyone shops there. Your acting like a twelve year old."

"Excuse me for not wanting to shop for panties," I said in my most angry/quiet voice, not wanting anyone to hear.

"Hey, Victoria's Secret is more then just panties, they have the most amazing-"

"Shh!" I hissed. "I don't even want to know."

"Please, Bella! I'll even buy something for you!" Then Alice pulled out her secret weapon.

I glared at her. "Not the puppy dog eyes."

As if possible, her eyes got bigger.

"Do you honestly believe that still works on me?" I raised my eyebrow, but on the inside, my barrier was crumbling down.

Alice kept looking at me.

I stared back.

She stared.

I stared.

She stared.

I stared.

She stared again.

I let out a frustrated sound. I'm not even sure what it was. Sort of like a dying whale... Yes, a dying whale was the exact sound I was making. "Alice, I'll hate you for always and ever."

Alice squealed. "Thank you, Bella!"

And with that, she walked off towards the shop infront of us. Only I couldn't follow her. My legs wouldn't move, not that I was complaining. Alice turned back and saw me where I was. She came over and tried to drag me into the store, but was making little progress. She finally let go, huffed, and raised an eyebrow at me with her hands on her hips.

"Do you want to make a scene?" Alice said questioningly, but I could hear the threat threw it.

I thought my legs couldn't get me fast enough into the store. Alice just giggled and told me she was going to find me some stuff to try on.

"Just relax, and enjoy yourself," Alice said, like she was talking to a three-year-old.

"Damn pixie," I muttered when she was far enough away.

"I heard that!" Alice called from somewhere in the store.

My face felt hot, and I new I was blushing like a mad woman. And it wasn't even the cute, cherry, blush. No, this was the beat-red face blush that everyone laughed at. With that, I proceeded to the corner and edges of the store, trying to pretend I had even a clue what I was doing. I looked threw the bra's and panties, but my gaze would always flicker up to see if someone was watching, like I was commiting a crime.

"I'm an idiot," I muttered to no one.

The bra's and panties were definately in varity; there were silky ones, lace, ones with shapes... And then I came across a crotchless one. I gagged and shuddered. After that, I didn't really look at anything. I stood in the corner and leaned against the wall, hoping that Alice wouldn't find me and want me to try on panties.

Then something caught my eye.

I didn't mean to stare, really, but it was kind of impossible. There were a group of guys. They were looking around at the girls with the most cocky grins I'd ever seen. Though, I could see why. All of them were very good looking. Even a couple, meaning ALL of the teenagers were winking at them. I thought I even saw this old lady blow them a kiss. I didn't get why girls threw themselves at these jerks. I mean, were they that desperate? Then, I looked a little closer, and saw something that could have even made me change my mind.

Holy hell.

I think I might of drooled. There, in the front of the guys, stood the most beautiful man I had ever seen. How had I missed him before? He was obviously the leader of the group. His hair was a messy, unusual, bronze that made me go weak at the knees. It looked like it had never been brushed in his life, but it suited him. His eyes were an impossible green. A shade of green I didn't even knew exist. His skin was more on the pale side, but it looked like cream. Nothing like my chalky pale. All his features were perfect. There was a smirk on his face that he seemed to always have. And it might sound cliche, but his look was almost dangerous. It almost seemed unfair how beautiful he was, but I wasn't complaining.

Weird.... he looked really familiar. But there was no way I could have seen him before. I would remember such a beautiful face. Well, except for- .... Edward?! As in, Edward Cullen?! No, no way that would be him. The Edward I know would have called... would have told me.. something! But.. the hair! The eyes! He seemed around my age. But still, that couldn't be my Edward. Then I shook my head. I forgot, he wasn't my Edward anymore. I sighed. But before I could even start feeling depressed, a miracle happened. Except I couldn't really call it a miracle. More like a scene from hell.

His eyes went to me. I froze. Crap! I had been caught oogling this greek god! Greek god? Where had that even come from? This guy wasn't making me think straight. I look down immidiately braking his gase, cheeks burning. Maybe he would just ignore me... I couldn't be the only girl staring at him. I let about twenty seconds pass before looking quickly up again. He surely couldn't still be looking at me.

But he was.

He caught my eyes and his smirk seemed to grow bigger. Then he winked. I think I died right there and went to heaven. I pinched myself to see if I was dreaming.

"Ow," I mumbled. No, I was still awake.

I thought I might have heard him chuckle but I didn't look at him again.

When Alice found me, I thought I maybe did still have a place in god's heart.

"Bella, Bella!" Alice squealed.

"Hey!" I said, forcing excitement and happiness into my voice. It was obviously fake, but Alice didn't say anything. But she would never know how much I loved her right then and there.

"I found the perfect matching bra and panties for you!" She squealed.

I was beat red, because I knew everyone in the store could have heard her, including the Greek God and his posse.

"Great," I said quickly. "Let's buy them and get the heck out of here."

"But don't you want to try them on? I-"

"No, it's fine." I inturrupted. She was still talking way too loud.

"So yo'll let me buy them for you?!" She squealed.

"Yeah," I said with panic in my voice. Please, please. Anything to get me out of here!

"Yay!" Alice exclaimed. She then literally skipped to the counter to purchase our things. My face was facing the ground, and I was squeezing my eyes as tight as I could. I really, really shouldn't have come in here. Alice got my stuff in a small bag. I didn't even look what was in mine. But Alice's bag was huge, half the size her body. My eyes widened, but I said nothing.

I pulled Alice out of the store, and sighed. We walked over a couple of stores and sat on a bench.

"Bella, it wasn't that bad," Alice said rolling her eyes.

"Did you even see them?" I asked incredulously. There was no way Alice could have missed them.

"See who?" Alice asked in confusion. "Sorry, I tend to get lost in my work. And, yes, my full time job is shopping."

I didn't even bother saying anything sarcastic because I knew it was true. "I mean the greek god and his friends!"

"Greek god?" Alice raised an eyebrow.

I blushed. I'd been caught. "Well... Yeah, this really hot guy and all his semi hot friends." I admitted.

Alice eyes widened. "Really?!"

"Yeah, but don't- Alice!" Because before I could finish telling her not to go back and look, she already did.

I groaned as I was Alice run to the entrance, pushing people out of the way. She stopped at the entrance, peering in, not caring if she was caught. Then her eyes widened, and I knew she had seen them. She then frowned and walked back.

"What?" I asked when she sat on the bench again.

"Jasper was one of them," Alice shrugged.

"Oh, sorry," I apologized. "I couldn't really focus on all of them."

Because you were too busy focusing on one of them... Oogling is more like it I thought, then mentally hit myself.

"Whatever," Alice waved it off. "But... did your 'Greek God' happen to be the one with bronze hair?" She grinned evily, like a mad woman.

I groaned. "Can we please not talk about it?"

"Fine," Alice decided, but I could tell she was dissappointed. "I guess I've torchured you enough today."

And with that, I sighed, And we went home.

Now you know why I hate shopping.

"So.. That was interesting," Alice grinned.

"You could say that again," I sighed, rolling my eyes.

"So that was interesting," Alice repeated, smirking.

"Don't be a smart ass, I'm not in the mood," I said, closing my eyes.

"Touche," Alice tisked.

"Did I ever tell you how much I hate you?"

"As many times as I took you shopping," Alice said.

"Right. Don't make me make it more clear to you. I'm sure Charlie would let me borrow his gun," I muttered.

Alice just laughed.

"So, your not upset about the whole Jasper situation?" I asked, tired.

Alice snorted. "If he's going to be that big of a bastard, I don't even give a shit."

"I know, but a swift kick in the balls wouldn't hurt," I suggested. I was on the verge of falling asleep. Shopping trips really took the life out of me.

"It would hurt him," Alice chuckled. "But it is a good idea. We'll see if I'm more forgiving Monday."

"Doubt it," I muttered. Pixie knew how to hold a grudge.

And that's when darkness consumed me and I was asleep.

Sometime later...

"Dammit, Bella, get up!" A voiced screamed in my ear.

Alice was whacking me with something heavy; probably a shopping bag. They had taken up most of the space in the car.

I ignored the whacking and yelling and tried to go back to sleep.

"I know your faking it, Bella! Don't make me get Charlie!" Alice whacked me again.

Was that her best threat? Let's see. One sheep, two sheep, three sheep-

The next thing I knew I was on the ground.

"What the hell?!" I screamed.

"Lanuage, Swan," Alice chirped.

"Oh you haven't seen nothing yet," I muttered, then open my eyes. The world was sideways, or was that me? No, the world was definately sideways. I was on the sidewalk in front of my house. I looked to see my legs still in the car, door swung open. Damn her! She had opened the door I was sleeping on and made me bang my head! And man, did it hurt like hell.

I sat up straight and found the world wasn't sideways. I did wince in pain from the hit on my head. I waited a few seconds so that my sight wasn't blurry. I rolled my neck, earning a pop from it. I stretched my arms and legs that her stiff from the way I slept. But none of it compared to the throbbing on my head.

I slowly stood up and glared at Alice, who was beaming at me.

"Don't think I won't get you back for that," I muttered.

"All's fair in love and war," Alice said.

So true... Too bad Alice would find that out the hard way.

IMPORTANT AN!!!!

Well, I know your pissed about the long time from the update, but I kind of forgot I was going to be with my dad for Monday-Sunday which equals no computer. BUT I'm back, and wasn't that chapter totally awesome? Yeah, some of you might hate me for the whole Alice/Jasper scene, but it just had to be done. Haven't you noticed that Jasper and Alice are always so perfect in every story? Psh, yeah right. I think they need to be included. Also, Alice isn't really over Jasper. She's just really good at hiding her feelings. Tell me what you think: More Alice and Jasper or less?

And what about hyper Alice? Did I make you laugh? Or, at least, smile? Please tell me, I'm not sure how I'm doing at the slight comedy.

EEKKKK! *Squealing like a little girl* Edward and Bella's first meet! It may be confusing and unromantic... but I just had to let them meet in Victoia's Secret!!! I literally had a dream about it, so therefore, it actually happened. Don't believe that crap in Twilight, they met in Victoria's secret, okay?

Sooooo who else is freaking out over new moon! I'm sorry, but I think I died and went to heaven when I saw Taylor shirtless. He makes it very tempting to switch sides. Alas, I had to pick Edward's team. If Bella's with Edward, then Jacob's all mine... Maybe I'll take him to Lauren's Secret... lmao!

Sorry for the long AN, but some very important stuff this chapter, and, as you can tell, I heart talking to yall!

Review for the ridiculously awesome/long/hard work/important/drama/awesome chapter!

... Did I mention AWESOME?!

But seriously, I put sweat and blood into this chapter! And if yall don't review, Ima going to go get James, have him in a bikini, and make him and Bella fall madly in love at Chucky Cheeses.

THE. FREAKING. END.

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