Hey everybody! I am really sorry about not updating for awhile, but here is the next chapter! I hope you forgive me for taking so long. ~ Kay
Edward's pov:
To my annoyance, the sun seemed to be rising faster than usual. I sighed softly, dreading the school day. Jasper was looking up at the ceiling, his bright eyes appearing to look past the white paint, straight through the house and up to the sky. The entire night, we hadn't said a word to each other. We didn't really need to. Jasper and I had a sort of silent understanding of each other; of course I had the advantage, with my ability to drift in and out of his mind.
"Jasper?"
"Yes, Edward?" He asked, looking over at me, his teeth showing as he smiled. We just looked at each other, softly chuckling after awhile.
"What have we gotten ourselves into." I looked down. Usually, I wouldn't care what the mortals thought, fragile and simple as they seemed most of the time. This time was different though, this time I was with Jasper. This time, I was with a male. We became quiet again, and I tried to stroke his knee. He shuddered away before I could touch him.
"Jasper..."
Edward," We said at the same time. I let him continue.
"Edward, if you were having doubts, why didn't you just say something?" He looked back at the ceiling, obviously taking my comment the wrong way.
"Jasper, I didn't mean it like that." I explained hastily. After all of the things that he went through, I didn't want to cause him any more pain. He reluctantly turned to face me again, and I wrapped my arm around his torso.
"All I meant was that I'm not so sure about school today. I mean, with all that I put you through, and all the things that have happened since I came back..." I shut up, knowing I wasn't getting through to him.
"Well, look at it this way. Everyone at school will have really strong reactions to us. Im not planning to hide our relationship, I want to make it clear that we are together. Im just concerned for you, that's all. Carlisle was right, some people have really adverse reactions to relationships like... ours, and I just don't want to see you have any trouble with the emotions they might be sending your way."
It took him a little time, but I saw him crack a small smile.
"Edward, you should know by now that I can take care of myself." He placed his lips to the side of my jaw and moved it up to my forehead.
"I know you can." I smirked, closing my eyes and savoring the moment. I didn't want to think of it this way, but I knew that that moment might be the last bit of peace we would be able to have for awhile.
I heard Emmet come back home from his hunting trip, just as Carlisle was saying his goodbyes to Esme before heading out the door.
"Let's get ready." I turned to him, watching him nod and pull himself up.
"Well then C'mon!" He chuckled, pulling me up too. He tugged me closer to him, giving me a small kiss before heading to his closet. He skimmed through his clothing for a few seconds before picking out a deep red sweater and dark denim jeans.
"Edward, I have to change." He looked back at me.
"I know." I shrugged.
"That means, get out of here." He chuckled again.
"I don't want to..." I said playfully. I was never like this around Bella. I hated to dwell on her, but it was going to take some getting used to, not thinking about her. I liked this side of me, and it was good to be able to relax.
"Well then, I guess I will have to make you." He threw the clothes down, and caught me off guard, leaping on me, and pressing me to the ground. The whole room shook, and I couldent help but laugh.
"Jasper, the family is going to wonder about us. I will leave, but I expect you to hurry up."
"I promise." He smirked as I left.
I wore a tan Henley and some jeans, slipping on my Northface so I would at least seem like I was cold. Alice and Rosalie were still nowhere to be found, but I knew they would be back. Esme hugged us both goodbye, giving us a lingering glance as we headed out the door. Emmet had already left, and I could tell that he wanted nothing to do with us.
"Edward, Carlisle told me to tell you good luck."
"Tell him thanks." I called back to Esme. I could handle this, I was strong.
We took my Volvo to school, not feeling the need to take separate cars. Besides, I couldn't imagine being away from Jasper, not when he needed me as much as I needed him. We parked, got out, and started to our first class, which was conveniently one of the few classes we had together.
"I love you." I muttered, as we stepped into the portable. I let go of his hand and took my seat next to Jessica, watching him walk to the back of the classroom.
"Wait, who did Cullen say 'I love you' too?"
I heard her think.
"No one." I answered accidentally.
"Excuse me?" She looked up at me.
"Oh, nothing, just talking to myself, sorry." I squared off my shoulders and looked towards the board, reminding myself to be careful, and loosen up. I felt incredibly tense, and I could tell it would be an... interesting day.
I'm sorry, I know this chapter is kind of short and strange, but it was a bit difficult getting back into the swing of things after my looooong break. Hopefully you all liked it though! Please review, I will update as soon as I possibly can! ~ Kay
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