Disclaimer:

I do not own any of the characters in this story other than the ones that I made up such as: Drina, Pacen, Jaxson, Atiya and Haya. Everything else goes to the wonderful and brilliant Stephanie Meyer.

Crush

David Archuleta

"Do you catch a breath when I look at you?

Are you holding back like the way I do?

Cause I've tried and tried to walk away

But I know this crush ain't going away."


Jaxson's POV:

Felix and I were waiting for the girls to finally be ready to go on their shopping trip. Heidi and Jane go shopping every week. According to Heidi, its mandatory that they restock on their old and worn out clothes that they bought last week. Unfortunately for Bella, they both dragged her along every time. I know Bella hates shopping and I feel really bad about not saving her from her doom but you don't want to step in the way of Jane and Heidi when their on a mission. I had learned that the hard way.

Finally Heidi and Jane appeared infront of the limo and right on time! I looked to see where Bella was and quickly found her being dragged by Jane down the stairs that led up to one of the many back doors we used in the castle. Heidi went up to Felix and gave him a sweet but short kiss. I gave Bella and apologetic look before she was dragged her into the back of the limo. I walked to the passenger side door, opened it and got in.

"Dude, do you think you could be anymore obvious about your huge obsession on Bella. You were like starring at her for a full two minutes." Felix said while putting the car in drive and proceeding to exit the gate where the guard stood.

"Its not like I can help it. Shes just so pretty and intelligent and special. How can you not just stare at her. Oh that's right, Heidi." I said with a shiver. Even though I loved Heidi like a sister, she could be pretty pushy. Heidi and Felix are married. It was a pretty interesting wedding. Traditional prop cake was thrown and Bella looked quite possibly more beautiful then the bride. One day I hope to propose to her like Felix did to Heidi. But right now, I have to play the caring and understanding friend. Maybe I can ask her to dance at the Ball.

I was brought back to reality when I realized that we were already at the mega shopping mall, Centronova Cosmea. The girls got out of the car. Heidi and Jane were bouncing up and down while Bella looked like she was ganna make a run for it. " Boys, we'll be back in about four hours. Pick us up then! Bye." said Heidi while winking to Felix and proceeding to enter the entrance of the mall.

"Lets go hunt while we are out of the city, my eyes are turning black." I said to Felix. He nodded his head and we took off while my thoughts were still with Bella.


Bella's POV:

I cannot believe I got roped into going shopping for our dresses. Pacen and Drina already ordered their dresses off the Internet. They are so lucky! Now I'm stuck in a huge mall with physco shoppers Jane and Heidi. Currently, I'm in some fancy boutique dressing room trying on gorgeous and expensive dresses. They are all way too extravagant for me to wear. But, if they get their way, ill be wearing some half a million dollar dress used for one stupid night.

As I look at my self in mirror in the dressing room, I couldn't help but fall in love with the dress I was wearing. It was a cranberry dark red with taffeta fabric. It had a beaded empire waist with a plunging v-neck that showed all of my cleavage. It was backless with two inter crossing sparkling straps. My mahogany brown hair curled its way down my back all the way to my waist. This was the one. I didn't bother looking at the price tag, knowing if I did then I refuse to buy it.

I swiftly slipped it off and put my jeans and t-shirt back on. I quickly grabbed it and took a deep breath before I opened the dressing room door. Heidi and Jane squealed in delight when they saw my choice. " Oh my god Bella! Jaxson is going to drool over you." Jane said while grabbing all three of our dresses and proceeded to the checkout counter. I sighed and quickly found the exit. The sooner I get back to the castle, the sooner I can get back to reading.

I found a bench close to the entrance and sat there just thinking about anything there was to think about. It still gets to me how I cant remember anything. I did get another flashback though. I was in this meadow. It was absolutely gorgeous with flowers surrounding me. I felt there was a presence next to me but it didn't show who that person was. All I felt during that flashback was happy, loved and content. They keep getting clearer and clearer as the more I get.

I spotted Jaxson walking through the entrance. He walked towards me and sat down next to me on the bench. "Bella? You in there?" he said, trying to get my attention.

"Sorry, zoning out. Whats up? Heidi and Jane should be along any minute. They were ridiculous today. More than usual." I said turning to look at him.

"Nothing, we went hunting. We figured since we were out of the city that we might as well. Are you at least excited to meet some of the vampires that are coming in a week? I mean, I know you hate parties, especially because its about you but it could be fun if you want it to be?" he said.

"Maybe, I cant see anything happening. Its like it doesn't even happen. That's never ever happened before. Weird. I don't know, Ill try to make the best of it I guess." I said. I had discovered a couple of my powers about fifty years ago. I can see the future, control the elements of nature and I can walk through walls. But most importantly, I am a mind shield. I can protect anyone from vampires powers or I can physically protect them. Lastly, my newborn strength never dissipated meaning I'm the best fighter of the guard. I get stronger every day from training with the other members of the Volturi. I always win of course but I do feel bad after. I don't like fighting and I only do it if I have to.

Shortly after, Jane and Heidi showed up and we left to leave with many, many shopping bags. We found the limo and Felix and Jaxson quickly stuffed all the shopping bags into the trunk with them barely fitting. Felix drove very fast so we arrived in Volterra within a matter of minutes. Reaching the entrance, we made the boys grab our bags and put them in our rooms. I gave Jaxson a quick thanks and headed off to my room.

Walking through the halls, people that passed greeted me and bowed while I continued my way to my room. When I reached my room, I opened up the door and headed to the huge piano in front of the windows that were in the back of the room. I sat down on the bench and placed my fingers on the correct keys. I felt them and then let this melody come to me and transfer it to the piano. It flowed through the room and out the windows. The music took over me and I found myself sobbing at the end of the piece. Why was I trying to cry these tears that would never come? This melody held some sort of significance to me but I just couldn't figure it our. My arms wrapped around my torso in attempt to keep myself together.

My heart ached for the unknown. I had never broke down like this before and it scared me. I felt so small at that moment and I was glad that no one was around to see this for they would be worried at my sudden outburst of sobs. When I had finally picked myself off the floor after who knows long, I dragged myself into my bathroom and turned on the waterfall shower. I stripped down and hopped in. While turning the temperature up so high that a human would be burned, I let the water soothe our my tensed muscles. I quickly washed my hair and body. After about an hour, I turned the water off and jumped out. I dried myself off with a towel proceeded to my monstrous closet. With sisters like Heidi and Jane, you would need a closet the size of most restaurants.

I was going to trainging so I picked out a Nike jog ourfit in aqua blue along with matching Nike shox sneakers. I put my hair up in a ponytail and applied some light colored lip gloss on. After checking my apperance in the mirror I left my room and made a right. The way to the training gym was quick. It was actually right down the hall. I saw Jaxson approaching me and quickly waved. " Hey Bella, going to training?" he said happily.

"Yup, wanna join? I could use another partner. Your more of a challenge since I have kicked Demetri's butt more times than I can count." I said laughing. Demetri was such a goof. He was very protective of me. Our bond was very tight and could not be broken. I think of him as a brother.

"Um, sure. Just let me go to my room and get ready and Ill be there." he said and continued on towards his room. When I reached the gym, Demetri was warming up and Felix accompanied him. As usual, Aro was seated across the gym to watch his "most prized possession" train. He makes me gag with all his mushy talk. I wish I wasn't so special to him. Maybe then I wouldn't have to stay here and could travel around. I really wanted to live in America.

I set my bag down and walked to the middle of the court. " You ready to do this?" I said to Demetri, joking around. He laughed and backed up. I got into my crouch and let my instincts take over. Letting out a loud ferocious growl, he lunged into the air to attack me. Before he could reach me though, I used my shield to block myself. He bounced off the invisible wall and fell to the ground. I launched fire towards him. He ducked under the flame we continued to dance. My eyes then turned a striking blue and I levitated of the ground into the air. A brutal storm brewed above me and a lighting bolt struck the exact place that Demetri once stood. Luckily for him, he jumped out of the way in time to dodge it. For the purpose of his self- esteem, I let him grab ahold of me and pin me to the wall. I then disappeared through his grasp and reappeared behind him. I then grabbed him and flung him across the gym. He landed against the wall, making a dent that fit his body.

I was brought out of the fight when seven strangers walked through the gym doors that led to the forest. The hole in my heart felt like it was being ripped open again. One special vampire stood out, the one with the messy bronze hair. That's when I noticed they all had startling gold eyes that I envied. They all stood shocked with their mouths hanging open when they spotted me. Aro proceeded to walk over to these strangers and greet them. " Welcome Cullen family. Your are the first to arrive for the ball! You are very lucky, my Bella here is training. Shes one of my guard members. She is very powerful. Dear Bella, please come over here and meet our visitors." Aro said while gesturing for me to come over.

It took me a minute to register what had just happened. I couldn't keep my eyes off of the bronze haired one as I hesitantly approached the group. Aro placed his hand on the small of my back. He proceeded to introduce me to the vegetarians. "Bella, these are the Vegetarian Coven. This is their leader, Carlisle, his wife Esme, Rosalie, Emmett, Alice, Jasper, and Edward." Aro said while pointing to each one. Carlisle was the first to speak up since everyone else still had a shocked face.

"Bella, its nice to meet you." said Carlisle, stuttering half way through his sentence.

The one, claimed to be Edward, looked angry, sad, relieved and happy at the same time. "Bella...."


A/N: Heyy Guys. So this was my longest chapter yet! Just want to thank those who read and review! Okay, next chapter will be the Cullens and what their reaction was. I want 10 reviews before I update. Thanks! ~~ Alyssa