A/N: Helooo, lol, again it took me forever to update. I feel like I own you an explanation...the problem is that I got a job and since I'm still in college my time is almost zero. I'm reaaaally sorry for all the delay and I hope you guys forgive me...Anyway, here it is, a whole new chapter for you. Enjoy it !!

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When I woke up on Sunday morning, I was perfectly fine. Thanks to Edward who played nurse and woke up a lot of times during the night just to check on me and give me medicines.

I made my way downstairs just to find him deeply asleep on the couch. I stared at him for a long time. His features were so perfect, he looked like and angel sleeping...my personal angel.

I covered him and headed to the kitchen to make us breakfast. That's when I heard the sound of the door opening. Charlie! I ran to the living room and pulled him with me back to the kitchen. Then I started to explain why I had a man sleeping on our couch while he was gone.

Instead of being mad like I'd expected, he grew even more fond of Edward. "That is a very nice young man, Bells. Be careful to don't screw things up with him."

"Yeah, dad. I know. I won't screw anything. I think I...r-really...l-like him."

10. TRUTH OR DARE

Edward's POV

Sunday morning and I was exhausted. I really didn't mind taking care of Bella, not even one bit. It felt good knowing I could help her feel better and maybe prove that I'm not this horrible person she thinks I am. There was only one thing I really minded: My siblings just waiting to ambush me, when I got home.

"So," I started while getting out of the car. "Is this going to happen every time that I get home?"

Alice grimaced and got defensive. "I just want to know if Bella was feeling better. You didn't answer your phone when I called last night, so I got worried."

"She's much better, Alice. And I couldn't answer yesterday because I was – "

"Busy!" Emmett cut me off with a sarcastic voice.

Before I have time to open my mouth, my little pixy sister looked like she was about to jump on Emmett. "Don't you dare repeat that again. Bella is not this kind of girl."

"Okay, okay. I'm sorry." Emmett replied to her and turned to talk to me. "Edward, mom wants to talk to you."

Ugh, why couldn't I just go to my room and get some rest? I couldn't sleep well at Bella's. I kept waking up during the night to give her medicine or to just check on her. I was really surprised when I woke up to see her cooking with Charlie on her heels, insisting that she shouldn't be doing any kind of work.

I knew Esme would be at the kitchen at this time, so I didn't bother going to any other place to look for her.

"Edward, honey, you're home!" She said before hugging me. "So, how's Bella doing?"

"Much better. It was just the flu."

"I'm glad to hear it. I was also wondering how Chief Swan took the news when he got home. I mean, did he get mad after finding you there? Do you want me to call him and explain?"

"No, mom. It's not necessary. Bella explained what happened and if anything, he's actually grateful for what I've done."

"As am I, Edward. I'm very proud of you for giving up something that you love so much, like your basketball game, just to help somebody else."

I just shrugged and left for my room. Of course I couldn't explain that, for me, Bella was way more than just 'somebody else'."

"ALICE! For God's sake." I yelled. "Why don't you choose your outfit one day in advance? So we don't have to be late for school every single morning."

"Because," she started to explain, already coming downstairs and getting inside the car. "Rose called this morning and she picked the same color of sweater that I had, so it's obvious that I had to change."

The mention of Rosalie's name brought Emmett to the conversation. "Mmm, and what is she wearing today?" He asked with a grin.

"Wait and see dear brother, but I can assure you'll love it."

When I realized the way the conversation had turned, I tuned them out and focused myself on the memories I had, after taking care of Bella this weekend.

Soon, I was parking the car and Emmett's loud voice broke my thoughts. "Wow, you were right, Alice. I can already see Rose from here, she does look amazing with that skirt. Bye guys." And just like that he opened the door and ran towards her, leaving Alice and me behind.

"So, what are you waiting for?" Alice asked while getting off the car.

"What?" I hated when she did that, talk as if something was pretty obvious for everybody but me.

"Ugh, I don't know what I did wrong to deserve brothers like you and Emmett. I have to tell you guys everything, even the things that are right in front of your noses."

I kept staring at her, looking puzzled. That's when she sighed and started again. "Edward, I'll try to be as clear as possible...Turn to your left and look towards building 3." She pointed towards the left.

I did what I was told and finally understood what she meant. There, reading a book near a bench was Bella. And walking straight towards her was none other than ...Jacob Black, the idiot who thinks just because he's known her for years, he's special to her or something.

Before I even realized it, my legs had started to move by themselves and I was walking towards them. Jacob made it to her first and, for less than one second, I had the slight impression that he was not who she was expecting. Would she be waiting for...me?

No! Definitely not. She hates you, Edward, remember? Don't let your imagination get to you.

I walked faster and was happy when he couldn't say anything other than a 'good morning, Bella' before I'd arrived.

"Hey, guys. Good morning." I greeted both, being absolutely polite. If someone was going to play rude in front of Bella, that one wouldn't be me.

I knew Jacob was not special for her in the way he wanted it to be, but since they basically grew up together, he was probably like a brother to her. Treating him bad would only make me the bad guy in Bella's eyes.

I could swear that I saw her eyes shine when she saw me. "Hi there, Edward. I was waiting for you." She said shyly.

I was about to answer when I heard a horrible voice coming from behind me. "Eddie...why didn't you go to the game on Saturday? It wasn't the same without you." Lauren, the queen bitch said, trying to sound sexy? I think that's what she originally intended on doing.

I decided to play dumb. "Oh, really? But I heard the guys did great and we won."

"Well, yeah, but..."

"Look, Lauren, I don't like people calling me Eddie and I'm in a hurry now. I have to talk to Bella about our tutoring. So why don't you and Jacob get acquainted." I winked at Bella before pull her away from them.

We walked a few inches until she lean on me and whisper. "Thanks, I really can't stand Lauren."

"Well, we're on the same team, then. I can't stand her anymore." Again, I could swear that I saw a quick smile cross her face. But I decided to change the subject, since Lauren was the last person I wanted to talk about. "So, did your dad say anything after I left?"

"Yes, and that's the main reason I was waiting for you today. He's very thankful for all you've done for me in his absence. And so am I... I'm sorry if I judged you and never give you a chance to explain yourself all these years. You're nothing like the stupid egotistical guy I thought you were and..." She took a deep breath before continue. "I'd like to call a permanent truce between us. I'd like to be able to call you a friend...I mean, if that's okay with you."

Was she kidding? I've done so much to show that she was mistaken about me and it finally worked. I couldn't be happier. "Of course, Bella. I feel the exact same way...You're not the 'miss I'm better than you' like I thought you were."

She suddenly grimaced at my comment. "That's what you thought from me?" She asked incredulous.

I just grinned and shrugged before pull up my hand to her. "Friends?" I asked hopeful.

She accepted my hand and shook it, before answer. "Friends!"

We stood for a few more seconds staring at each other. Neither of us sure about what to say. Then she finally found her voice and excused herself to go to class.

When she was a few feet away I remembered something. "Hey, Bella!" I yelled.

"Yes."

"Every week my family and the Hales have this Truth or Dare night at my house and today we'll be having one. Are you in?"

She thought for a moment then nodded. "Yeah, count me in."

It was already night and Bella had just arrived. Alice, of course, was bouncing with joy that Bella agreed to come. "Yay, Bella. I'm so happy you could come. It will be great to have one more person to help Emmett and me to irritate Edward."

I just rolled my eyes at her. Alice and Emmett didn't lose the chance to take me as their favorite target. But today my chance for revenge was coming...I spent the whole day planning a few very special dares for my dear siblings.

I walked and took my place in the usual circular table we played Truth or Dare. Rose sat on my left side and the others did the same, so it was from right to left: me, Rosalie, Emmett, Bella, Alice and Jasper.

Emmett started to explain the rules to Bella. "So, we don't have a lot of rules, just three: Rule One – we spin a bottle to know who is asking and who is answering, we tried to play without it before but it was no fun since we were always asking the same person all the time. Rule Two – we can't do any dare that is dangerous, we've done one before and ended up burning the whole kitchen, since then, our mother prohibited us to do dangerous dares. And finally, Rule Three – we can't refuse anything. Even if it's something you absolutely hate to do or to admit. Are you still in?"

"Are you kidding me?" She asked. "Of course I'm in, Emmett. Can we start already?"

"Yes and since it's your first time, we'll let you spin the bottle."

She smiled at him and took the bottle from his hand. After a few spins, it pointed at me and Alice. I couldn't help but stand and yell with joyfulness. I could finally get my revenge on her!

"Alice, truth or dare?" I asked just to be formal, I knew Alice always picked dares and this time, I had a very special one waiting for her.

"Dare." She answered with wide eyes. I could easily tell that she knew something bad was coming. And she had no idea just how right she was...

I took a deep breath and opened an evil grin. "I dare you to take a scissor and cut two of your favorite skirts."

"WHAT!? NO, NO, NO! NO WAY!" She yelled at me and Bella came to my rescue.

"But, didn't Emmett just say that we couldn't refuse to do or answer anything?"

At her comment, Alice grew even angrier. "Bella! You were supposed to be at my side...How could you betray me?! But it's okay, Edward and you are on my list, write that!" She threatened before head upstairs. When she came back she had this grin all over her face, as if she just had the best idea on the planet. It got me a little afraid. She didn't even complain anymore while cutting her skirts. In fact, she seemed almost pleased. What could my evil sister be planning?

Well, I guess I'll have to wait and see.

We all went back to our original places and Bella spun the bottle again. This time it pointed to herself and to Jasper.

"Okay, Bella, Truth or Dare?"

"Truth." She answered shy as if afraid he'd ask something real embarrassing. Knowing Jasper as well as I did, I knew this would never happen. Jasper was always the perfect gentleman.

"Why did you break up with Mike Newton?"

To my surprise, she sighed in relief. Was she expecting Jasper to ask something worse than that? What could be worse than that?

Since it didn't take her two seconds to give his answer, I figured she probably was expecting something a lot worst. "Because he cheated on me!"

"What a jerk!" Rose shouted.

"I know, but I'm better off without him." She answered simply, before smiling and changing the subject. "Are you all ready for me to spin the bottle again?"

Everybody nodded. And again I was pleased with the results. It was my time to ask the other person in my black list: Emmett.

"Emmett, Truth or Dare?"

"Dare, of course! And you better come up with something good."

"Oh, don't worry, about that. I can assure that not only you, but everybody will love my idea. Emmett, I dare you to go upstairs and dress in women's clothing...using Alice's clothes."

I had barely finished the last word and Alice was, yet again, screaming at me. "WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOU, EDWARD? HE WON'T FIT IN ANY OF MY CLOTHS, LOOK AT HIS SIZE. HE'LL DESTROY MY WHOLE WARDROBE!"

I just shrugged. "Sorry, not my problem."

Alice's reaction must have been pretty hilarious, because Bella rolled to the floor, laughing so hard that she could barely speak.

"Edward, you...you...you bastard! And Bella, I can't believe you think this is funny...But wait, just wait...you both will regret this!" She menaced before bury her head in Jasper's chest sobbing for her clothes.

While Alice was having her little break down, Emmett had gone upstairs and now cleared his throat to get our attention. At that sight not even Alice could control herself. We all burst out laughing. Emmett found a pink dress and somehow managed to get inside it. It was absolutely priceless to look at that huge guy wearing a very small dress. Rose even took a picture with her cell phone, promising to post it in her myspace.

"Well, well, well..." Alice started. "I know you're all having fun at my expense, since this is my dress that was ruined, but I want to ask you guys something...I really have a feeling that if Jasper spin the bottle this time I'll have some luck. Could you please allow him to do it."

Rose was the one to answer. "If that's what'll make you happy..."

Jasper took the bottle and switch looks with Alice before spin it. I wasn't surprised when the bottle finally stopped. After all these years living with her, I already knew that I should never bet against Alice. Of course, she'd gotten her way: she would ask me.

Alice was now, doing the craziest dance in the whole universe. I waited patiently until she sat again and decided to tease her a little. "I know what you had in mind, but forget it! I'm choosing DARE."

I knew perfectly well what was inside that evil mind of hers. She wanted me to choose TRUTH so she could ask how I felt about Bella and I'd have to confess my feelings towards her. There's no way that was going to happen in front of everybody.

"Fine, no truth it is. Then, I dare you...to kiss Bella!"

"What?!"

A/N: Okay, again I did this cliff that I know you guys hate. It's just that I want to show this from Bella's point of view. I'm not so sure about what to do now. Should they kiss??