A/N: hope you like. I figured I would give u a MASSIVE chapter seeing as it has been a few days…. I felt guilty… I hit the 110 review mark. Geez I'm impressed ha ha. Seriously thanks. Ideas of where to go are desperately needed and pointers are wanted… so please READ AND REVIEW.

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Chapter 10 –~Drop it Doe Eyes~

I hate working. I hate, hate, hate it. Stupid Angies. Edward dropped me home, I was in a daze. It was about midnight at this stage; I couldn't make it late because I had work the next morning at 8. Besides, I was obviously hungry as my stomach kept growling but I refused to give up kissing Edward and hadn't eaten. At quarter to twelve Edward had refused to let me kiss him until I'd eaten. We drove around trying to find a place open that late on a Friday night. Nothing was and he'd apologized offering to get food at his place. This had led me back to hating work. I knew if I stayed at his I wouldn't get up in time alas he dropped me home. Luckily he looked just as devastated as I, at this development. He promised me he'd call today.

Work was of course long. Too long. Edward called me but I wasn't on break. And he didn't answer when I was. Depressed I called Alice who told me I had to cash in the favour I owed her.

"What do you mean Al?"

"We're going out tonight."

"Seriously? I don't wanna… I'm real tired… I got home late… " no, I wanted to spend the night kissing Edward. Swan, don't lie to yourself, you want to sex that boy up. I sighed. I most definitely did not want to go out.

"Edwards coming."

"What?"

"Edward, you know my brother? You know the reason you came home late?"

"I know who you mean but how did you get him to go?" I didn't hide my sadness; I had just presumed we would have plans. What a stupid assumption Bella, this is Edward Masen. He was probably with another girl right now… that would explain why he wasn't answering his phone. I tried to dismiss the thought but it hung there. Sitting in my head, tormenting me. Stupid self doubt.

"I told him you were coming. He complained, I said you were super excited and what type of person would he be if he made you cancel your plans because he was being a sook…So now you're both locked in." I smiled then, so typically Alice.

"We could revolt."

"You won't. And I told Edward I get to dress you so he is more than keen to see you come out."

"Thanks Alice. What the hell am I meant to wear? I don't get off until 6-30 so it's not like I can go shopping after work."

"Don't sweat it. Rose and I got it sorted. Anyway, I said I get to dress you. Not you choose…."

"Why would it matter if you dressed me anyway?"

"Bella, have I taught you nothing? Fashion is the keystone to any great relationship."

"Alice that is the stupidest thing I have ever heard."

"Don't believe me. But I bet the first thing you do when you see someone attractive is notice what they are wearing."

"I look at peoples teeth actually."

"That is weird….what type of teeth has Edward got?"

"Oh…I don't know." Swan, stop lying!

"Don't lie! You just said."

"Alice, this is a bloody weird conversation."

"Fine, I look at peoples shoes. If they have nice shoes I can like them."

"And if they don't?"

"No Alice for them."

"I suppose you think shoes say a lot about someone?"

"Yes they do. You my dearest only like boys in connies, which is why Jimmy's volleys don't grab your attention."

"What?"

"Edward wears connies that Jake kid you dated at school…it is a science… I am not crazy, Rose believes me!" I did not even want to go anywhere near a conversation about Jake. She had a point though. Jake wore Connies and Edward did too.

"Oh. How is Rose?" I hadn't had a chance to speak to her of late. Rose and Emmett had gone away for a few days. A surprise trip planned entirely by Emmett. God those guys were moving fast but Rose seemed happy enough. I was still waiting for the announcement that she was moving out for good. I had managed for the few minutes I had spoken to her; to find out she was blissfully happy. The trip was more than a surprise, as Rose had only left me a message this morning; she had already been on the road for an hour.

"She's fine. She called before. Told me to yell at you cos she hasn't spoken to you in… what were her words? Oh yeah forever." The way she said it caused something to flicker in my mind.

"Alice, where are you right now?"

"No where." She answered a little too quickly. As though she knew I had caught her out.

"Alice?"

"Fine. I am at your house. Fixing it up a little." I registered what Alice had said less than a minute earlier.

"Alice, fixing what up?"

"Mainly your room but the apartment in general… I mean I should have a say… I pretty much live here… I'm offended by the way, with what you said to Victoria.…I do so live here."

"Not officially… Can you please stop changing my room? I like it the way it is.

"Hell no. it's a mess. I am only making it more acceptable for members of my family to visit." I rolled my eyes.

"Alice, we're not even dating."

A small chuckle came from her end of the line then. "I wasn't talking about my dearest brother… but now that you mention it I am sure you two will be in like a day."

"Who were you talking about then?" I tried to hide the excitement I felt when she mentioned Edward and I dating.

"Oh my mother. She wants to come visit me. Apparently we always talk about you, so she wants to meet you."

"We?"

"Want me to say it?"

"Huh?"

"The two of us; me and Edward apparently been telling my mother, Esme, about you. Geez my brother has really turned your mind to mush."

"Esme?"

"Yes. It may not be Edwards mum but she still likes to keep the family close while he and dad battle it out."

"Oh." I had no idea what she was talking about. Probably some rant she had told me the day before that I hadn't heard. It was a lot like that now days, unless Edward's name was mentioned I didn't hear it. Only know that he'd admitted he liked me could I openly admit it. I knew he didn't speak to his father very often. They had a strained relationship that revolved around something that happened. What, no one had told me. Another secret the Masen/Cullen clan kept to themselves.

"Yeah. Bells, I gotta go now. I know you probably want call Edward… but you can't…he left his phone here."

"What!? Edward was at my apartment?" Oh my god. That meant. Fury engulfed my tone.

"Yes. How else do you think I got your bed put in?" bed. Bed. New bed. In my room. Edward. Shit.

"ALICE! Edward was in my room?" More importantly, Edward helped Alice get me a new bed? I gulped ignoring the mental images flashing around my head.

I could hear her practically rolling her eyes, "yes Isabella, but don't worry I made sure he didn't do anything creepy. It's cool. Chill…. I have to go though. Remember you're locked in to tonight."

"ok." I was desperately trying to think of how messy my room had been this morning. Needless to say, working that afternoon confirmed how much I hated the job. I tried to repeat over and over in my head; money, money, money, but it didn't help. Not when I thought of what else I could be doing with my time.

By the time I got home, Alice only gave me a few minutes to look in my new room before she shoved me in the shower. My room was drastically different though it still reminded me, of me. Alice was funny like that, she had a naturally ability to make you immediately comfortable in any surrounding no matter how much she'd changed it. I now had a double bed. I'd groaned louder when I realized Edward had put it in there. Gone were my hideous draws and now sat a cute cupboard that had room to hang clothes. I wasn't game enough to open the door and see what clothes were in there. I wasn't game either to check the price stickers of these new purchases. I knew Alice refused to let me pay for stuff but it made me feel uncomfortable. Perhaps I could pretend it was rent money. Not that Alice technically lived with me and Rose. Alice shoved a few mouthfuls of food down my throat before attacking me with every known hair appliance. She started straightening my hair but changed her mind and curled it. I was growing impatient. I needed to see Edward.

"When's he coming?"

"Oh. Didn't I tell you he is meeting us there?"

"No you didn't."

"Yeah Victoria wanted to come so he said he'd take her… apparently some of her friends are going… so she's going home with them." I digested this. Edward, alone with other girls.

"Oh." What? Couldn't I put my thoughts into words anymore? Perhaps Alice was right; Edward had turned my mind to mush.

"You have nothing to worry about Bella. Victoria is just a friend." yeah, I said that about James and no one believed me.

"Like Jimmy?"

"No. she doesn't like Edward and he doesn't like her."

I relaxed mildly after that. It wasn't until almost 10-30 by the time we got there. I searched the line for any signs of Victoria's red hair or Edwards's scruffy hair to no avail.

"Perhaps there not here yet."

"There already inside. Victoria messaged me, apparently Edwards getting a little impatient." I tried to hide a smile but Alice just rolled her eyes at me. Alice got us to the front of the queue quite quickly; talking to some guys she'd seen from around her university. These guys eyed Alice and I made sure I held onto her. Her carefree nature seemed to attract anyone and these boys didn't exactly look trustworthy. They were wearing pointy black shoes. Alice approved of course.

Alice shook with laughter, I zoned back into the conversation. "This one?" one of them gestured towards me. Apparently I had drifted off I cursed myself and tried to listen.

"Hell no. She's in love…. With my brother actually." The boys laughed. I felt a jolt of shock; Alice said I was in love. With Edward. Was I? I had feelings. But was it love? I couldn't tell. Love seemed a bit extreme though.

I didn't have long to ponder this question though, because we were ushered in fairly quickly after that. The room opening up before me. Again my eyes darted around trying to locate his scruffy hair. Alice gripped my hand and dragged me towards the bar. I saw Victoria before I saw him. She was standing next to the bar; leaning in attempting to engage Edward in a conversation and despite Alice's conversation I still felt a stab of jealousy. She waved us over, Edward still oblivious to our presence. Victoria hugged me, I exchanged a mumbled greeting. At the sound of my voice he spun around. With recognition came a wide smile and I grinned wildly back. Alice coughed and rolled her eyes. She was getting good at that.

Edward took a step towards me and I did the same. One of the guys from the line walked in between us; turning to me he mumbled something about a drink, gesturing at the bar. Edward's body froze and I shook my head, having no idea what this guy said, and my eyes never leaving Edwards. The guy lent in to say something else and I furrowed my brow, breaking my contact with Edward I turned to this guy.

Seeing he had my attention, this guy extended his hand.

"Hello, I'm Tom."

"Bella." I craned my neck around the sudden influx of people. This area of the bar suddenly had a swarm of people arrive. Where had Edward gone?

"Well Bella, did you want a drink?" I shook my head still searching over his shoulder.

His voice came from behind me. Despite the comfort it brought I was startled. Edward answered for me. "Nah. She's cool man."

This, Tom, raised his hands as though surrendering and walked away. Edward lent in close, his arms wrapping around my waist, he kissed the top of my head before I spun around.

"Hello."

"Hello." I grinned wildly.

"Well, Bella now you owe me." he spoke in our usual mocking tone. God I was happy to see him, happy to have him talk to me, happy to be near him. I couldn't wipe the smile off my face as I answered.

"Owe you? What do I owe you for?"

"I just saved you from that kid."

"Just as much your benefit as mine." I raised my eyebrows at him. He tilted his head to the side, amused he rebutted.

"You vomited on me."

"I picked you up from work."

"You went on a date with jimmy."

"You kissed Carly."

"You got drunk and groped Emmett."

"You lied to my best friend Rose."

"You slapped me yesterday."

"You kissed me against my will."

"You liked it." I playfully hit him. "Fine. You owe me, because I put together your bed. Your new double bed I might add."

"Shut up… I brought your phone though."Handing it to him, he nodded in thanks as he glanced around the club. I hadn't remembered this many people being here last time. I got caught up looking, as my eyes roamed over the dance floor, the bar and the second floor. By the looks of it, the tables and chairs were upstairs but most people were downstairs. Edwards stood close to me. So close, in fact that I got a few disgruntled looks from girls walking past. I didn't recognize any of them but I had the sudden urge to stick my tongue out at them. Instead I turned back to Edward. He was looking at me already.

"Can I kiss you again?"

I rolled my eyes. "You don't have to ask every time."

"I know… but can I?" I nodded. A lazy grin smiled back at me. I didn't wait any longer though. My hands gripped the back of his head pulling him close to me. Kissing Edward Masen was unlike any kiss I had ever had. Granted there had only been a few forgettable experiences but it was like we fitted. Like he was meant to be for me. His hands tightly gripped my hips, pulling me closer. My breathing slowed somewhat, though it felt like I was in hyper drive. I pushed myself onto him. He forcefully returned my fever. The music pumped around me and I could hear it louder than before. Every sense was heightened. I could hear someone sighing at my side. But I didn't care. I curved my body into Edwards and I felt him shift uncomfortably under me. I tried to deepen the kiss but he pulled back, I didn't detach myself though, I followed his body backwards. "Belllllllllllla please." He begged me now. I pulsed my lips in amusement.

I lent back towards him, tempting him. "What Edward?"

His eyes momentarily were distracted; they watched me bite my lip. He finally wheezed it out. "Public."

"Huh?" He collected his thoughts. I smiled when I saw how red his neck was. Edward was embarrassed.

"Bells, we're in public." Again he shifted his legs.

Giving him my best 'up to the challenge' look I lent close to his ear. "And?"

His eyes starred into mine for a second, deciding I suppose. His hand grabbed mine. Even this light contact wasn't enough. My body craved him now, I lent on his arm and he pulled it around me. He pushed me towards the wall. Leaning in his lips tingled on my ear whispering, "Come with me for a sec." I nodded again, I was beyond words and he kissed below my ear causing me to shudder. He pulled me back towards him. His hand still clasped in mine we walked around the bar. I didn't have time to notice anything; all I could feel was the heightened awareness of Edward. His eyes kept darting to mine and I told myself it was because he could feel it too. Every few steps he pulled my hand up to his lips, kissing me softly. I held myself back from jumping him there. He pulled me in front of him as we walked up the stairs, his body clenched close to mine. I could feel his every breath.

We stopped quite suddenly. His lips met my briefly. "Recognize where we are?" I looked around. There was a circular table in front of us. A few random chairs were filled with people. I shook my head. When was the last time I had spoken? I couldn't remember. He spun me around. I faced him his eyes met mine. They were filled with amusement and desire. I knew mine reflected back the need.

"Last week." I noticed his voice was low, raspy. It distracted me briefly. Then I remembered the last weekend. I groaned into his chest. My face resting over his heart. Tucking his fingers under my chin he pulled my lips back up to his. It was a bittersweet kiss, reminiscent of the one in the car just over 24 hours earlier. He tried to deepen it but this time I broke off. My head tilted back and actually cackled when he pouted. I sat in a chair. He sat next to me. His hand reaching for mine. His fingers intertwined and I smiled widely. It was a peaceful moment, watching all the people out below us dancing away. I spotted Alice dancing away with Victoria and some boys. Somehow she knew I was watching because her head flicked up in my direction and she shot me a cheeky grin. I raised my hand in a wave. I tried to bite my smile back. God I was happy. Sitting here, with Edward Masen my what? Friend? Close friend? Boyfriend? I didn't let myself think of the word I couldn't. Turning back to him again I felt confident. I stood up and he raised his eyebrows at me. Pulling him to his feet I walked him to the balcony over looking the floor.

He watched me closely, watched me stumble as I held his hand behind my back. Answering his unspoken comment I said, "This week I'm sober."

He gulped. "I can see that." I lent in for a kiss, this time though he pulled back.

"What were you just thinking about?" I sighed over dramatized.

"Why?"

"You had a weird look on your face." I sighed. His fingers slid down my body. Clasping my hip bone his eyes met mine; he gently squeezed it, encouraging an answer. I scowled.

"I was wondering what this is."

"What, what is?"

"You me…. I know it's soon I was just thinking. I mean you kind of know how I am I over analyse everything and I just was thinking about what was happening between us… what are we? frie-"

He cut me off. His mouth turning up at the side in amusement, "you're my girlfriend."

"Edward, all the rumours about you…not one aside from Ashley has revolved around a girlfriend."

"I know."

"Then why are you saying it now?"

"Why? Because I can't stop thinking about you. Every second since I met you, you teased, bullied, seduced, tempted and fucking annoyed the hell out of me and I don't know why but I want to. Bella, I know you don't necessary believe me, but this is what I want…please?"

I didn't answer just returned his lips to mine. This time he didn't pull away. He spun me around and like in the book shop, I felt some sort of wall behind me. This time though, the upper bar dug into the curve of my back. At first it was noticeable but as his tongue parted my lips I became aware of how painful it was. However without breaking the kiss and answering my unspoken comments Edward pushed me towards the wall. His lips left mine briefly, as he maneuvered me around a table, I laughed as he groaned in frustration. He struggled to guide me backwards to where the bar me the wall. Once there though, his legs spread mine, his body slotting between my legs. I pulled him back to me. My hands attacking his hair with a fever. His body ground into me, trying to make space until my dress refused to widen further. I broke away only to breathe and his lips didn't leave my body, his tongue merely tracing my collarbone, I tightened my grip in his hair and he groaned. I opened my eyes and his shone back at me. My chest was heavily heaving. I wanted nothing more than to pull him closer, to get inside his skin to feel him. But not here. Not in the corner of some dodgy club. I untangled my hands.

"Edward?" I knew he heard me but he pretended not to. Attempting to silence my pleas his lips returned to mine. Placing my hands over his, I pulled them out from under my dress. He acknowledged me then. His head slumping forward to my chest. "Edward?" he shook his head back and forth like a child. I steadied my tone. "Edward?" my heart raced at a hundred k and hour.

"Ok. "He squeaked.

"Huh?"

"Let's go find Alice, so we can get home." His eyes met mine and I knew what he meant.

"ok." we looked back towards the dance floor then. I don't know where Alice had gone. I couldn't see her and I was suddenly riddled with guilt.

"Over here Bells." Alice's voice was close. Edward slumped beside me, I glanced at him and he gestured towards Alice. I looked up. Jimmy was sitting there along with Victoria. I didn't fail to notice the look on Jimmy's face.

"Oh hey guys."

"Hello Bella." I grinned a childish smile, exposing all my teeth. Alice smiled back. Edward however furrowed his brow and clasped my hand in his.

"What were you two doing over there?"

I shrugged. "Where you in that seedy corner?"Edward nodded.

"Alone?" I nodded.

"and now Edward's hair looks sexed up, so does you Bella and your dress is also hitched up slightly...WHAT THE HELL IS THAT ON YOUR NECK BELLA. PLEASE DO NOT TELL ME IT IS A HIC- Wait…it was a shadow. It's all good." She took a sip of her drink looking superior. Bloody pixie, I bet it was coca-cola, like she needed caffeine.

I silently chuckled as Alice rambled on. Edwards's eyes zoned in on Jimmy however. Every time Alice paused I saw Victoria readjust her eyes to what Alice was talking about. The corner. Edwards now scuffed up hair. My dress. My neck. I laughed. Edward turned and grinned at me. I tried to flatten his hair but it didn't work. Sighing I gave up.

With a grin on Edward's face he shook his head, "damn, busted." All of us laughed then. Jimmy's seemed forced.

"You didn't just have sex here did you Bella?" Victoria's gaze drilled into me. It was a strange question considering I barely knew Victoria.

Edward snapped, "No, We have not had sex Vicky… kind of a personal question isn't it?"

"No offence Edward, I just wanted to know what type of girl, Bella is." Jimmy's eyes were livid. I had never seen him looking so angry.

I watched him take a short breathe before he cut off whatever response Edward had been about to say. "As far as you are concerned, Bella is a fucking virgin Mary, Victoria. Don't you think you should be more worried about what Mr. Conquest has done over here and where, than what type of girl Bella is."

Alice was not in the mood. I could see her eyes glint in frustration. "Seriously guys, enough of the debate surrounding their relationship...It is not yours so get over it."

And I felt a sudden uneasiness overcome the group because of it. I sat down next to him. Edward became engaged in a conversation with Victoria and Alice so I turned to Jimmy. His eyes were trained on my lap which now held Edward and my clasped hands.

"So you and Edward huh?" he was expressionless.

"Yep."

"Oh… since when?"

"Yesterday."

"Oh, Alice said she had a drama and you guys helped her out." Shit. I had forgotten the lie. I had forgotten the entire acting incident actually. Edward clouded my mind.

"Yeah we did and then Edward and I had a ummm chat." I laughed in my head, yes I am sure talking was involved somewhere.

"What was wrong with Alice?" I didn't know how to answer. I didn't know what Alice had told him if anything. The way he was talking made me think he was likely to have made it up.

"Jimmy what's wrong? Your still gonna be my best mate." He lent in then, pulling my ear to his lips.

"I don't like him." Each word was spoken particularly. They caused chills to appear on the back of my spine. How could someone not like Edward? Why did Jimmy not like him? Did this change anything? I had always trusted James judgment before except concerning our relationship. Did this mean anything to me? Keeping my head close to mine I snapped back.

"I've made my mind up James." He pulled back nodding.

"I fucked Victoria you know." I sat stunned for a second.

"What?" please tell me he didn't just say that. I didn't even know whether to believe him or not.

"How does that make you feel?" Oh my god, he was trying to make this about me and him. I felt like I was going to be sick.

"What? Why would you think I want to know about that! Why would you think I care? Jimmy please stop trying to prove that you and I have something that is not there."

He shrugged. "You didn't see me before did you?" I raised my eyebrows questioningly, had? I didn't remember seeing him in neither the line nor when I first entered the club. "You were at the bar… busy I suppose."

"oh." He had been the person sighing next to me when I had kissed Edward. I saw the look on his face and I felt bad, gesturing for him to lean towards me, I shouted in the general direction of his ear. "I'm sorry Jimmy I wa-" I was interrupted by the evil grin that appeared on his face, his eyes focused behind me. I felt Edwards hand twitch in my lap. Arching my neck back I looked at Edward. He was glaring at James. His jaw locked in frustration. I tugged on his hand and he grudgingly looked down at me. I opened my eyes wide, trying to indicate nothing was wrong. He nodded subtly and turned back to Alice. I tugged on his hand again and his head jerked back in my direction. Moving my head up I kissed him softly. Pulling back he smiled. James muttered something about getting another drink however Edward stopped him.

"We won't be here when you get back."

James spun around daring me to react. "Yeah, Jimmy we are leaving now…." I turned my head towards Alice, "is that cool?" she nodded.

"Yeah no drama here. I haven't seen my dream bo-"

Jimmy cut her off. I was livid. He spat at me, "what do you mean you're leaving now?"

Edward answered though. I could feel the tension rising. "Exactly as I said, we're leaving now."

Jimmy death glared him. "I wasn't talking to you…. What do you mean Bella? Is this about what I just said?" he addressed me deliberately to piss Edward off. I didn't have the patience to deal with another of their hissy fits.

"James please. It has nothing to do with that…I am leaving now that is all."

He gave me all his attention now; ignoring Edward he reached out for my hand. I flinched back. "Why? If it's a lift you're worried about I can drop you home."

Edward savagely interrupted then. His anger evident. He stepped in front of me."I can take care of my girlfriend thanks very much." I moved between them then, my arms outstretched between the two. My palms resting on each of their chests. I looked at Edward willing him to calm down. He sighed and sat back down. His arms crossing over in front of his chest. Now I turned to James. The grin on his face made me want to slap him.

"Edward's right Jimmy. He can take me home. I'll call you sometime tomorrow." His jaw tightened as I dismissed him.

"Fine. "

Alice and Edward stood up then. Making it more obvious how immediate we were leaving.

As we walked closer to the door, I again felt aware of how close Edward was. I pulled him closer still. His lips mumbled along mine. "I've got to get my coat. You get the taxi." I tried to pull him in for a kiss but Alice's arm tugged me away.

"Gross." She muttered. I sighed then, knowing the quicker we got home the quicker I could kiss him again. Al and I ran out. We stood in the taxi queue. It was a long queue and there were about five other groups in front of us. I tapped my foot impatiently. Smokers stood around us polluting the air. Security glumly stood in the cold patrolling the entranceway. I barely saw any of it though. My heart spluttering in my chest. My finger tips tracing my now swollen lips. Edward had just kissed me. Edward Masen had called me his girlfriend. I smiled and Alice nudged me.

"Productive night then?" I bumped her with my shoulder.

"I hope it's not weird for you Alice."

"No, not at all. It's good to see you both happy….but Bells,"

"Yeah?"

"Go easy on him ok? He's way out of his comfort zone with you."

"What do you mean?"

"The whole girlfriend thing. He doesn't do that too well."

"Then shouldn't you be worried about me?"

"I would, if I didn't know you."

"What does that mean?"

"If he does anything wrong, you'll drop him, like you should. But Bella he's fallen fast and hard… just make sure you understand the adjustment."

"So when he cheats let him? That's essentially what you're saying yes?"

"NO! I'm saying excuse he's most likely crazy jealous behavior. No one he knows is friends with girls… and you and Jimmy are close. You and Jimmy have this messed up friendship going…Bella I am not saying this because of Edward, well not fully, please watch James he is a bit intense you know?."

"I'm sorry Al. I didn't mean to jump to any conclusions it's just," she nodded as though understanding. "You don't have to worry about Jimmy though. It was a moment of… awkward city tonight but I will have a chat about it. Ill get the boys to shake hands and volia, they will both be over it."

"Yeah. Sure, like you're that easy to get over."

"I'm serious Alice! The two of them were friends before I came along so I don't see why now they can't be mat-"I stopped talking as I saw the security suddenly all jump to attention. Why did I have to speak so soon?

Loud yelling alerted Alice and I to the security boys dragging out people. A man was being held by the arms and feet, his body wiggling around like a snake, trying to be freed. The anger vivid on his face. He was followed by three boys; their fists were being held back. The bouncers stood guard screaming abuse at the trouble makers. The dim lights gave the shifty entrance a Hollywood B grade feel.

I heard Alice chuckle beside me. "Losers. I bet they can't keep their alcohol down." My laugh was cut off mid air.

I heard him then. His angry voice above all others. His voice both stopped and sped up my heart at once. Adrenaline raced through me. "He bottles me and I'm the one who gets kicked out? He bottled me!" I dropped the bag I was holding. Alice's arm moved in slow motion, reaching out towards me. Trying to pull me away from the screaming fighting pit. She had not heard Edward yet. I ran through the crowd. Pushing my way towards where I had heard him. My eyes catching a glimpse of the disheveled hair.

"Edward?" I didn't recognize my voice, a mix of disbelief and panic. He spun around, his arms pulling me into the shadows, closer to him, he tried to calm me.

"It's alright Bella." He turned to the security guard. This man loomed in front of us. Easily six foot three. Solid like Emmett too. Security looked back between Edward and me. His voice low, anxious to fix the problem.

"Who was it?"

Edward's shoulders slumped. "James bottled me, but what I don't understand is why I got kicked out!"

"James?" it was a whisper and I was surprised Edward heard me.

His eyes darted to mine, his anger growing. "Yes, your precious Jimmy followed me. I was getting my coat, I heard my name called, and naturally I turned around and WHAM." He turned back to the bouncers then, emphasising what had happened, "he threw his bottle of beer in my face… pretty weak considering…I expected him to at least punch me… didn't even give me the chance to fight back, bloody girly move if you ask me." he trailed off as I grabbed his chin. Pulling him into the light I saw the blood. It was soaked through his shirt, oozing onto my dress. There was a lot of blood. Panic rose in my throat I struggled to swallow. I could hear Alice screeching at security demanding an ambulance be called. The air grew thick with dizziness and I ignored the smell of blood that came flooding around me.

"Edward." my hands dropped to his arm tugging on it, I willed him to look at me. "Edward, are you alright?" my eyes had filled with tears and I struggled to swallow them too. He tried to smile but I could see he was in pain, the blood continued to spill from his head, clotting down his face.

"Bella, I'm fine. It's just a small cut." I smiled through my emotional face. He lightly touched my lips wit his, I felt his blood stain my mouth. My feet swayed a little under the stress. I closed my eyes to stabilise myself a bit better. Edward held me up and continued. "I'm sorry you saw me crack it at those guys. I didn't get a chance to grab my coat… they just pushed me out." His hands went to his forehead almost as though cupping the blood that continued to spill. I had to look away.

"Who cares about that? Ill go get it…I'm sorry about Jimmy."

"You're not going back in there." His hand stayed welded to his head but his body attempted to block me.

"But Edward…" I turned to march back in. my fatal mistake. Edward's hand came off his head. It settled on my arm. His entire hand was coated in blood. Dripping off his fingernails, the blood entrenched in his skin. Thick cloggy blood. The smell of rust that had penetrated the air, the smell I had tried to hard to not think about came in such a force I staggered forward.

"Bella, are you alright?" the saliva caught in my throat. I tried to swallow. I tried to focus on Edward face. His eyes flickered dimly in the terrible lighting. I clenched my jaw, trying desperately to lock my gaze onto his. It didn't work. My body fell forward into Edward and as much of a comfort as he was; my aversion to blood didn't like being so close to the source. My head snapped back and the night was lost. I was out.