Author's Note: To those of you who are asking whether my summer just started-no! It is ending; I had that chapter saved on my computer for a long time so the A/N was old. And yes, there were clocks and some sort of ancient looking cars in 1800's but only rich people had cars and Edward was one of them!

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Chapter # 7-Night under the stars

(Bella's POV)

I swiftly pulled my robe on top of my pink gown and ran through the halls out into the night, without caring to do my hair or get an escort. I twirled around and the sight of the stars caught my eye. I smiled at beauty and continued to enjoy the fresh air in my face. Out of nowhere, I heard my father's voice beside the doors of the mansion. I ran swiftly to hide behind the trees of the forest that was near our house. I could not let him see me, not like this.

Beside my father was the same gentleman, Charlie tried to force me to dance with this very evening. I sat on my knees, straining my ears to hear the conversation. The twigs were pressing into my skin, scratching it, but I didn't care.

"So, Mr. Swan I understand it we have an agreement?" Mr. Newton asked, his disgustingly shiny eyes shifting from side to side.

"Yes, we do. It is all settled." My father replied and I was silently wondering what they were talking about.

"I'll inform Isabella that we only have two weeks until the marriage, she has to order the wedding gowns. Oh and speaking of that, when will you bring the money?" My mouth hung open as the anger rose in my body. Marriage? I could feel the angry blood come to my pale cheeks. I could hear my heart pumping faster and faster with each passed second. My hot breath fastening.

"In three days you will get the money, don't worry sir." Mr. Newton said.

cry love cry
war cry innocence
that is lost forevermore
cry joy cry
thief cry

I rose to my feet and suddenly took off running towards the woods, letting my anger control the way. I was furious, how could my own father do this to me? For money? Ugh. I wasn't ready and I hated the small sluggish-looking man that I was to marry. I ran faster and faster towards a small clearing. I knew love existed, I just knew that it wasn't a lie! I had to believe that! Abruptly, I felt my feet trip over the air and I went flying down, ready to hit the cold ground. Out of nowhere, two stone- like hands caught me by the waist and planted my feet once more on the ground.

cry at the end
cry 'cause it all begins again
here you are
and so am I
and we cry
cry alone
cry to me
cry freedom
then let yourself be free

I didn't gasp, I wasn't frightened. Once I turned my trembling body toward the owner of the hands that caught me, I saw him…It was dark, but I could recognize his perfect features anytime. The topaz pursing eyes, the soft line of his lips, the bronze color of his messy hair. Stop! I ordered myself before I would get carried away. Edward didn't seem to be bothered by the long silence and staring he was receiving from me. In fact, he seemed to be doing just the same. I blushed at the thought.

"So, what is such beautiful creature doing out here at night, in the frightening woods?" He asked smiling a crooked smile, I enjoyed so much.

"I could just ask the same." I challenged. Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed Edward's fists were clenched into a tight knot, his knuckles whiter than ever.

"Okay, Bella, I'll answer first than-I was enjoying the fresh air of the night." He replied sweetly, his smile reappearing on his face again.

"Bella? How did you know I prefer being called that? As far as I remember you left right at the time I was about to tell you that." I blushed.

"My sister Alice knows everything about everybody." He replied. I finally noticed that we were standing awkwardly in the same spots. I moved to sit on the floor by a huge rock, he did just the same.

"…And I am sorry I left so abruptly and unexpectedly. That was…rude of me." He hesitated with his answer but did not explain the reason any further. I didn't push him. I glanced at his fist that still remained clenched.

"So why are you here?" He asked again looking me right in the eye. I turned away and quietly whispered , "I was enjoying the stars."

He saw right through me and I knew that."I just want to die!" I finally exclaimed. Throwing my head back, and letting my hear spread on the grass around me. Edward seemed thoughtful for a while, but then he moved his body to sit by my side.

"What's wrong with you?" He asked softly. It seemed as if took him all effort to make words come out of his mind. Was it really true that I was half-dressed in the woods, unescorted at night, talking to a perfect stranger! What a lady! I didn't care, spending time with Edward seemed pure pleasure.

"I heard my dad talking to Mr. Newton about marrying me off to him." I turned to lie on my face. Suddenly, I felt his cold touch against my neck. I shivered and he seemed to notice, he removed his hand swiftly and replied.

"Ain't you thrilled to get married, like all normal young ladies are?" He chuckled trying to lighten the mood. I turned to face him again, and I could almost feel myself drowning deeper and deeper into his golden eyes. It may have been an hour, but suddenly he pulled his body away from me and in a second was by the furthest tree in the clearing.

I stood up not understanding what he was doing, but fortunately, I did not have to figure it out. He was there by me in a second. I blinked at what I saw and couldn't understand what just happened in front of my eyes.

"Bella? Are you okay?" He asked looking at me with concerned eyes.

"Maybe you are exhausted, I should take you to your mansion." He said and suddenly I snapped out of my trance. I didn't want to go home, not ever. I just wanted to stay here and spend my time with this person.

Again, I felt my head get ready for explosion, so many thoughts were running through my mind. The marriage, my sister, him, and the way I was right now.

"No, don't go yet. Stay." I mumbled blushing. Edward chuckled and stayed.

(Edward's POV)

"No, don't go yet. Stay." She quietly murmured and even in the dark, I could see her cheeks turning red. I chuckled. She wanted to stay with me just as much as I wanted to stay with her. It seemed as if the more time I spent with her the more easier it became to resist the strong scent of strawberries and freesia.

"How did you find this place? This meadow is my favorite place to think and enjoy the stars of the night. I never thought I'd have to share it with anyone. But I am willing to share it with you, Bella." I whispered.

"I was angry at my father so I let the anger lead the way. And then…I found you here." She smiled her cheeks flushing. I looked into her wide chocolate eyes, they were inviting.

"You shouldn't go into the woods at night alone, it can be dangerous." I said, suddenly serious. I knew that there also were passing by vampires that fed themselves with human blood, instead of animal blood.

"Why?" She asked turning the force of her eyes on me. I was drowning in them and I could feel that I wasn't only drowning into her eyes, but I was also drowning into her, deeper and deeper with each passing by second.

I still wondered why she didn't want to get married, but I'd save that question for later. Later? I asked myself, I could not see her anymore, it would be too dangerous. I could lose my control at any time, specially when I am close to her like that.

"Wild animals." I answered at last.

She seemed to accept my reason.

"This place is beautiful, look at the sky. So many stars." She exclaimed breathing in the fresh air and lying by my side. We were now both side by side on our backs, staring up at the stars.

"It is beautiful. Just like you." The phrase slipped out of my mouth just as soon as I thought it.

"Thank you, gentleman." She chuckled. Bella wasn't like others and everyone could see that. Even at this moment she was risking her marriage reputation by being here with me like this. If her maid or anyone found out she would never have a chance to marry. All those bankers, fools looking out only for the fortune of her father.

(Bella's POV)

I was getting sleepy but I would never admit it to Edward. It seemed as if every second spent with him was worth gold.

'Do you think love exists?" I blurted out without thinking. The blush returned to my cheeks again, oh how I hated it.

"I don't know. It's a tough question to answer. I guess we never know until we find this someone special in our lives. Do you?" He asked.

"It's hard for me to believe it with the pressure of marrying from my father. Everybody just keeps saying it's a myth. But I want to believe it's a lie. I just know that it exists, how can it not? Romeo and Juliet?"

"Are you fond of the play?" He asked smiling.

"I am." My answer was short and simple.

"And do you believe in myths?" He asked as if this questions was more important than anything else.

"I think every myth has a portion of truth to it." He didn't question me further.

"So are you going to tell me why you are against marrying Newton?" He asked, tensed suddenly. Was it jealousy?

"I have a sister, Devonny. She is older than me and somehow my father is convinced that I am more beautiful and have a better chance at getting a rich husband but I disagree. Devonny is different from me but she is stunning. She desperately wants to marry before me. And I am fine with that because I believe in love. Money is not important to me. I want to find a person who I want to spend the rest of my life with, somebody who I'd die for. Somebody who would share the same feelings for me. And Mr. Newton well I despise him, is all. Me and my father always have fights about marriage and I never agree to anything he says. I am a bad daughter." I laughed, hysterically.

"Free-spirited" It wasn't a question it was a statement.

"Have you found that person yet?" He asked curiously, his eyes shining at me.

"You are too curious for your own good." I answered, getting away from the question. Suddenly I felt my lids heavy on my eyes and a small yawn escaped my mouth.

"You are tired, I'll get you home." Suddenly I was in the air. When I looked around I was being carried swiftly toward the mansion by Mr. Cullen. I was about to disagree and protest but he descended his cold lips to mine. It was a light and swift kiss. I felt the blush creeping up my face but abruptly he pulled away.

"Here we are." He said and I realized that I was in the hallway of the house. Carefully, he put me on the ground. I stared into his eyes for a long time and them turned around.

"Good night." I whispered, disappearing behind the wooden door. My head was spinning as I placed my weight against the door. My eyes landed on the piano and my fingers began to itch for the keys. I set down and played a light and quiet melody. Not to wake anybody. My head was still spinning when I replayed the night. Over and over again. And suddenly I knew what was happening, I wasn't sure but maybe just maybe this something I was looking for, found me. I was falling in love with Edward Cullen.

Suddenly, I felt foot steps behind me and when I turned I saw my sister in the door way.

Author's Note: This was very hard for me to write and I don't know if this chapter turned out well. But a lot of action is to be expected after next chapter . Revieew)