AN- Enjoy x
Chapter 7 First day of school (Bella Pov)
Standing in the middle of my classroom I sighed taking a deep steadying breath everything was in place. Pencils were sharp, books labelled and displays backed all I needed now was the 30 children who I was going to teach for the next year. To say I was a little nervous was an understatement. I loved the idea of being a teacher moulding and shaping young minds who in third grade wanted nothing more than to learn something new. I needed to be getting home I knew tomorrow would be hectic putting names to faces and getting to know one another. Taking one last look at my room I grabbed my bag and headed towards the car park. Walking down the quiet hallway I realised I was the last one here except the caretaker I hadn't met him yet and didn't really intend to. Picking up the pace I made it to my car in record time jumping in and locking the doors securely. I mentally shook my head at myself for still feeling so jittery when faced with anyone new before starting my car and pulling out to the street to make my way home.
Edward would probably still be at the hospital and wasn't likely home. I decided on pasta and home-made garlic bread for dinner something quick and simple and easy to reheat. Pulling into the drive way I stared in shock to see Edwards car in its place and couldn't help the goofy grin that sat on my face as I ran up the porch steps and into the house. I paused kicking off my shoes and shrugging out of my jacket. Wonderful smells hit my senses Edward couldn't cook to save my life but was pretty good at take out.
"Theres no way you cooked this so where'd it come from?" I teased reaching up to kiss his cheek before lifting myself up on to the counter.
"Hey how did you know I didn't cook this master piece? I'm offended." he pouted standing between my legs giving me his best puppy dog eyes.
"Now come on we both knew that I didn't marry you for your cooking skills." I replied stifling a laugh before leaning in to kiss his lips. He hummed in response before matching my kiss deepening it. I swear he was the best kisser in the world.
When we finally pulled apart on account of the lack of oxygen I kissed the tip of his nose "so what are we having?"
"lasagna and homemade garlic bread." he told me with a smirk.
"Really,well I guess being made by Esme kind of counts as it being home-made, even if it wasn't in our kitchen." I replied giggling.
"Ok you got me. Esme dropped it off for us earlier she left us a note saying Emmet had begged her for one and couldn't spoil one of her children without the others." He told me before turning back to the oven and pulling the dish out carrying it to the dinning room table. Jumping from the side I pulled the garlic bread out and followed him.
We enjoyed a quiet meal thanks to Esme both having seconds with enough left over for Edward to take to work the following day. Edward told me about his day, clearing plenty more bed pans and dealing screaming kids. I really didn't know how he did it there's no way I could be a doctor not in a million years. "Actually Bella I think I've made a choice..." he began before pausing.
"Made a decision about what?" I encouraged taking a sip of my water before taking a hold of one of his hands.
"I know I always wanted to do emergency medicine but what would you think if I wanted to work with kids instead?" he finished explaining taking a deep relieved breath as if he'd been worrying about this for a while.
"Edward would that make you happy?" I asked squeezing his hand.
"In my job yeah more than anything." he responded instantly.
"Then I think it's a great idea, this is your career you supported me in mine and I will support you in yours if you decide you want to be a pediatrician then I think it's a great idea." I told him honestly before standing and sitting across his lap kissing him gently.
After washing the dishes Edward ran me a bubble bath whilst I rechecked everything for the morning I didn't want to leave anything to chance then feel totally unprepared. Once done I walked into the bathroom and stared in shock as the room is covered in dozens of candles giving off a warm glow. "Wow thanks this is perfect." I told him. I loved that he knew when I was a little nervous and how to make me feel better. Stripping I stepped into the bath sinking under the water and bubbles closing my eyes and sighing in relief. When I opened my eyes again I saw Edward leaning against the tub his chin resting on top the love pouring out of his eyes was unmeasurable. "Thank you for this, its lovely. Why don't you join me in here its more comfortable than sitting on the floor." I encouraged not that he needed it in the slightest.
In record time Edward had stripped out of his clothes and climbed in behind me, I leaned on his chest as his arms circled my stomach. His hands drawing lazy circles on my belly. I lost track of how long we lay there, it almost felt like we were back in Jamaica. Once my fingers began to prune I sat forward and grabbed the shower head, once my hair had been washed and conditioned I turned kneeling up then washed Edwards for him. Pulling the plug we climbed from the bath and grabbed towels before standing at the sink and brushing teeth and applying moisturizer in my case. Curling up in bed I made Edward go check that we had locked up properly when he climbed in behind me he hugged me to him and I drifted off peacefully.
The next morning was busy to say the least, we were both trying to get ready for work, annoying one another getting in each others way. But we managed it as we both stood by our cars a kiss goodbye Edward to the hospital and me to Forks Elementary. Walking back into my classroom I realised that this was finally happening. Setting up the resources for the day I found myself organised a good twenty minutes early. Grabbing my mug I headed to the staffroom making myself a mug of coffee sitting down listening to the chat of the other staff. I was trying to make an effort but things were still a little tricky for me. I was glad when it was time to head out to the yard to greet the children on their first day. Wrapping my coat tight I wondered around talking to the children and their parents. Glancing over I spotted Esme who had a frightened looking Jessica clung to her leg.
"Good morning are you ready for your first day Jessica?" I asked kneeling down to her level.
I got no response so I smiled kindly and stood smiling at Esme "We're a little nervous but I'm sure once we meet some new friends that everything will be just fine" Esme responded squeezing Jessica's shoulder reassuringly. She turned to me leaning in to whisper "Good luck today sweetheart you will be a brilliant teacher I'm so proud of you"
I smiled in return slightly taken aback by what Esme had just said but didn't get a chance as the bell went for the start of day. I waved goodbye and headed to my room where the children had started filing in. Taking a deep breath I smiled and began my first morning as a teacher. I'd never had so much fun with a group of children. We drew pictures of our families, then getting them to write about them underneath. When lunch arrived I breathed a small smile of relief, my class bounded off to let off steam as I tided away the crayons setting up the paint for this afternoon's art lesson. Once sorted I grabbed my lunch making my way to the staffroom. On entering I found the space quite busy I guess everyone was catching up after the summer.
"Hi Bella how's your first morning been?" I think Racheal asked.
"Fine thanks things went really well. I feel like I've started to get to know them and have learnt most their names." I replied.
"That's great I'm glad you had a good morning, if there's anything I could do to help then please don't hesitate to ask." she told me smiling kindly before turning back into the main conversation.
Eating my sandwiches quietly I tuned into the stories of the holidays where people had been and what they had done. My phone beeped signaling a message. Smiling to my self I knew it had to ge Edward reading it I couldn't help but smile.
Hey darling, just wondering how your days going? I bet you've had lots of fun. Remember I love you and will see you tonite. xxx
Sending my reply I told him I've had a great day so far thanks for asking. I love you lots see you when we get home.
Putting my phone away I glanced up at Racheal and she smiled at me raising her eyebrows knowing what my message must have consisted off. I couldn't help but blush and turned to listen to the conversation.
"Have you met the new caretaker yet?" someone asked the room in general.
Everyone shook their heads, before she continued "he was locking up our end of the building last night, he was just a little strange, didn't say anything but his eyes they just creeped me out." she finished. Some of the others looked at her as if she was crazy but I knew that look only to well. I think I needed to stay as far away from the caretaker as possible.
The afternoon passed by even quicker than the morning. I had the children all painting pictures of themselves adding in anything that they wanted to. The finish being I had thirty weird and wonderful portraits of my class. Each of which was completely personal and I could see showed their personalities perfectly. I was really pleased with the finished pieces and with the work from the morning would make a great welcome display in hallway outside my classroom. With the children's help I managed to get most of the tidying up done before the end of the day. Taking the kids on to the yard I made sure that they were all going home with the right people or the bus before heading back inside to finish washing out the paint pallets. Seeing that I had managed to get everything sorted in record time I grabbed the children's work and taking it out into the hallway. Looking at the large display board I went in search of some brightly coloured backing paper, deciding on a deep purple to help the children's work stand out. I managed to get the board backed and was just starting to put up work as Racheal passed in the hall way.
"Hey, shouldn't you be out celebrating the end of your first day and not putting up displays and shaming the rest of us who havent even thought about them yet." she said playfully smiling down at the children's work.
"I know but decided to get a head start I want to stay ahead of things I want to make a good first impression." I replied shrugging giving her a small smile.
"Well I guess I can't blame you there. Just remember what Lyn said earlier, we don't know the caretaker don't hang around to long." she cautioned before smiling and heading down the hall making her way home.
I paused for a few seconds wondering whether I should just leave this till the morning. Instead I shook off the worry and finished my job stapling the pictures up so the kids could see them when they came in tomorrow. Putting everything away tidily I grabbed by bag and laptop I turned off the classroom lights and made my way towards the car. I was near the exit when I heard a door slam behind me, spinning round I came face to face with a slightly older looking Mike Newton.
"Well, well, well look who it is. I didn't think I'd see you around these parts again." He said leaning against the wall behind him.
"Hello Mike." I responded not really wanting to engage him I turned planning on making my way towards the door leading to the car park.
"Not so fast." he called sprinting towards me before I had chance to open the door he was in front of me blocking my path.
"Excuse me." I said my voice sounding much braver than I felt.
"Well lets just say I'm really glad were going to be working together and one things for sure with your past you'll do what I say or everyone here will know its you that's the chief's daughter. You might hide from most but I know what your really like." He sneered before moving away from the door allowing me to push it open and walk as quickly as possible to my car and safety.
When I got home I checked my messages I found that Edward had to work late. Making sure that everywhere was locked I headed straight upstairs not bothering with any dinner preparations. I had a hot shower trying to get my self to relax and calm down. I only succeeded in crying until my eyes were red and sore. Climbing out I put on pj's before making sandwiches for Edward's supper leaving them in the fridge. I then made my way to bed hiding under the covers away from everyone and thing.
AN- A little different to earlier chapters but I still wanted to show Bella's insecurities!
I'm not sure if I'll be updating next week I have a friends wedding and I'm a bridesmaid so have lots to do with her before the big day!
