She Changed My World

Chapter 4

Pairing: Bella / Tanya

Rating: T for Language and Content

BPOV

As we walked over towards the restaurant, Rick's Dinner, I was just enjoying being with Tanya, but I was also confused. Why would the Cullens tell the Denalis about me, when, from what I heard, the Denalis were sticklers for the vampire law? I mean, humans aren't allowed to know about vampires, the Cullens as well as I would be in deep shit if they found out. Why wouldn't the Denalis contact Aro, Marcus and Caius? I guess that's something I'll have to find out for myself.

As Tanya and I walked, she wouldn't let go of my hand the entire way, not that I was complaining. Somehow her hand fit perfectly in mine, I imagined how perfectly her body would feel against mine, or even her lips against mine.. Wait, brain, what? Why am I fantasizing about kissing Tanya? I barely know the women, sure I heard a little bit about her and her sisters from the Cullens, but personally, I didn't know her, at all. I did want to rectify that however. Even though I thought that I didn't want to peruse a relationship with a vampire again, my mind was imagining myself with Tanya, in a not so innocent way. Was there something wrong with me?

We soon arrived at Ricks and for the first time since we left the café, Tanya let go of my hand to open the door and gesture for me to go through. I blushed a little at the sentiment and walked in. Tanya followed close behind me. A waitress walked over to us.

"Hi I'm Sarah, how many people in your party?"

Tanya answered, "Just me and Bella Sarah. Something a tad bit private if it wouldn't trouble you too much?" Sarah nodded and grabbed a couple menus.

"Sure thing Tanya, follow me." She led us to a booth near the rear of the restaurant. There were a few people here, as it was lunch hour, but anything we said probably wouldn't be overheard by the people. "Here you are, your server will be with you in a few minutes to take your order, but while you think, can I get you anything to drink?"

"Just Diet Coke for me."

"Nothing for me, thanks." I didn't expect anything less from Tanya, of course I would be the only one eating.

"Sure thing, I'll send Josh out with your drinks shortly." She walked off, leaving us alone.

I stuck my nose in my menu, not really knowing what to say to Tanya. How do you break the ice when the person sitting across from you knows you know something you shouldn't?

"Bella, I know you are worried, don't be. My sisters and I won't tell Aro." I jerked my head up, my face giving away that I was thinking just that. "It's written all over you face Bella, you're worried for yourself and the Cullens." How did she know things about me that I barely knew about myself? Of course I was worried for the Cullens, even though I was just a toy and a plaything to Edward and his family; I didn't want them to suffer because of me.

"Why? Tanya, by all rights you should contact Aro. I shouldn't know your secret." Tanya's eyes darkened a bit and she let loose a soft growl.

"Even if you shouldn't know Bella, I wouldn't turn you over to Aro. You'll suffer more there then you can imagine." Before I could process that, a young man with dark brown hair and green eyes walked over to us.

"Sorry to interrupt ladies, but I'm Josh your server, are you ready to order?" I nodded.

"I'll just have a medium salad, with ranch." I wasn't really hungry, but I did want to have this conversation with Tanya, despite the possibilities of bad things to come.

"Nothing for me, thank you."

"Sure thing, I'll be back with your salad in a bit. Can I take your menus?" Joshed winked at me, and I blushed and nodded and handed him my menu and Tanya did the same.

As I focused my attention back on Tanya, she was giving a death glare at the back of Josh's head. Man, if looks could kill, Josh would be dead on the floor before he got back to the kitchen. As soon as she noticed me looking, her eyes returned to their golden color. "Problem Tanya?"

"No, nothing's wrong. He was just looking at you funny." Really? I didn't see anything, but I guess Tanya's senses are more in tune than mine.

"Well, okay then, but what you said about Aro, about the pain, what did you mean?" She sighed.

"The Volturi are notorious for making their punishments not only hurt the body, but also the mind. They will take what you care about most and crush it without a thought." What could they take from me? The only thing at this point that I cared about was Charlie. My father was really the one thing that made life bearable for me. If he hadn't been there for me, I don't know where I would be.

I think Tanya could see I was thinking about someone important because her eyes softened and she reached over to grab my hand that was lying on the table. I didn't pull away and in fact I intertwined my fingers with hers. I could see a slight smile tug at her lips and I couldn't help but think that would fingers fit together like they were made for that position. It was completely natural, and I never wanted to let go.

A small tear ran down my check as I thought about what the Volturi could do to my life. The fact that I knew about vampires was putting Charlie in danger. After all he's done for me, I can't let the Volturi learn that I know their secret; I had to protect my father. Tanya stood and moved to the same side of the booth as me. Our fingers were still intertwined and she wiped the tear off my cheek with her other hand. I reveled in her touch on my face. It was so soft, despite her rock hard skin.

She cupped my cheek with her hand and I leaned into her touch. As my eyes started to close, I was imagining what it would be like to have her lips against mine. I felt her hand leave my face, I instantly missed her touch and I opened my eyes. I could see her eyes were darkening again, and her lips were leaning towards mine. Was she going to kiss me? Did I even want that? My mind said I wasn't ready, but my heart was telling me that I was. She sensed that I wasn't going to pull away and leaned even closer, our noses almost touching. Just as her lips were about to connect with mine, I heard a male voice clearing his throat.

"Excuse me, I'm sorry to interrupt, but here's your salad miss." Josh looked a little dejected but all I could focus on was how close Tanya was to kissing me. Her lips were almost on mine, and I think I wanted it. I could see Tanya scowling a little bit, once again giving Josh the death glare. She sighed as I started to eat my salad. She was silent while I ate; I think she was just lost in thought.

Likewise my thoughts were all over the map. She had almost kissed me, and I almost let her. My rational mind was telling me that it was too soon to be in a relationship again, especially with another vampire. My soul, however, was telling me something entirely different. It was telling me that Tanya and I were meant to be. My mind was saying, meant to be what? How could I be attracted to a vampire that I hardly know, and a female one at that? I wasn't a homophobe, but I had never fancied women before.

As soon as I was finished, Tanya stood up and offered her hand to me. I looked up at her honey golden eyes; I saw hesitation and passion, two conflicting emotions within them. I smiled and took her hand. She gripped my hand and we walked up to the front register. She insisted that she pay for me, which after much protest, I gave in. After she had paid, we walked to the door, which she held open for me and followed me outside.

"So Bella," as she intertwined our fingers again, I couldn't bring myself to let go of her hand, I felt so much comfort in her hand. "What do you want to do now?"

What did I want to do? I hadn't really planned on spending the day with Tanya. I shrugged my shoulders. "Not sure, I haven't really planned anything to do while I was here. I just needed to get away from Forks, and then I work at the library now. I don't really know what else to do. Do you suggest anything?"

"Well, there is a forest near the edge of town, if you want to go on a hike. Walking in the snow around here is very beautiful." Did I want to do that? Sure, why wouldn't I want to spend more alone time with Tanya?

"Sure thing, sounds good to me." She smiled and led the way. A few blocks down I saw Brad walking down the sidewalk. He waved at me and jogged over to us, smiling.

"Hey Bella! How you doing? Haven't fell any have you?" He said chucking slightly. I blushed and I could feel Tanya's fingers tighten around mine.

"No I haven't, thanks for asking Brad. How have you been?"

"I've been good, just been working and stuff. Oh, hi there Tanya. I haven't seen you in town lately. Are you too busy to grace us with your presence?" As soon as he acknowledged Tanya, I noticed his formerly friendly tone turned into somewhat of a sneer, like he didn't like Tanya. I frowned a little bit. I didn't like someone disapproving of Tanya, especially someone who I actually knew.

"No Mr. Holstein, I've been around, I guess you just haven't seen me around, although I don't know how, since you seem to get around a bit." She retorted back. His mouth fell open a little bit and he tightened his fists.

"I see we aren't going to be very civilized today are we Tanya." He noticed our intertwined fingers. "I'd be careful if I were you Bella. I'll see you around yeah?" I growled a bit. How dare he insult my Tanya. Wait, my Tanya? Since when do I think that, and since when do I growl? I could see Tanya smirk as Brad ran off.

"Sorry about that Bella. I didn't know you knew him. The Holsteins and my family don't get along well. Brad's father was supposed to get the next promotion to Chief of Police, but Kate managed to be a better candidate for the job. He blames my family for even moving here and causing his father to lose the job. He and I don't mesh, before Kate got the job, Brad was actually kind of sweet on me, no doubt to try to get in my pants. I, however, turned him down." I shuddered a little bit at Brad hitting on Tanya. I didn't like the idea and I think she knew that. She chuckled a little.

"Don't worry Bella; he won't get in my way. I know what I want, and it's not him." She turned and continued walking, at a slightly faster pace. I stood there for a few seconds, trying to process what she meant. When it finally clicked, I jogged up to meet her. Our so called nature walk was going to be interesting for sure.

A/N: New Chapter! I actually sort of like this one. It gives me a good opening for them to get together. I'm sorry for not updating in a while, but I have been busy with a few other things. FanFiction, while fun, is not at the top of my priority list. Hopefully you guys find this chapter enjoyable.

In reply to FloridaGirl13, I haven't yet decided if I add in lemons or not to this story. If it comes time for that I may just write out takes, but as of right now, I'm not planning any in the immediate future.

Thanks for all the great reviews and feedback of this story. I see I'm not the only one who thinks there isn't enough Bella/Tanya pairings. Anyways, next chapters we will see how Tanya plans to really get what she wants, and how far she's willing to go to get it.

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