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Chapter 11

BPOV

I had just gotten off the phone with Edward when I realized that I hadn't even told Charlie about my date for tomorrow night. I know he has been dying to ask me more about my new friends but I could tell he didn't want to push me.

I went downstairs to find him watching ESPN again. "Hey Dad, um can I talk to you for a minute?"

"Sure Bells, what's up?" he grabbed the flipper and hit mute. "Well I just wanted to let you know that I have a date tomorrow night." I kept my eyes on the floor. "Oh?" I could hear the smile in his voice. I thought I would chance a look at him then. He had a huge smile on his face. Hmmm maybe this would be easier than I thought.

Then as if he realized what that actually meant his face fell slightly and he shifted nervously. "With who?" he tried to ask casually but was failing miserably.

"Edward Cullen" I smiled at him. "Oh, is that the guy that called here the other day?" he pretended that he didn't know. I knew better.

"Yeah" I tried to be just as casual. "So where are you going?" Crap. "I actually don't know he's going to surprise me I think." "Hmmmm, but he will be picking you up?"

"I think so" I looked at him suspiciously knowing exactly what he meant. "Perfect, I will just talk to him about it when he gets here then." He smirked. Great

"Dad, you're not going to embarrass me are you?" of course he will I mumbled to myself.

"Of course I won't Bells." "Just promise me that you will be nice. He's important."

"So that Alice girl that you went to the spa with that was Alice Cullen?" "Yes dad, they are cousins" better he get this out of his system now.

"Is that how you met Edward then, through Alice?" he turned his attention back to the TV even though the sound was still off. "No, actually I met Edward first."

"Oh" I could tell he wanted to ask for more information but thankfully he let it drop. "Well, I'm going to bed dad, see you tomorrow." "Goodnight Bells and I am glad to see you are making friends again, I think it's good for you."

"Me too." I went up stairs and went to bed.

EPOV

"Mom, Dad, can I talk to you for a minute" I asked as I walked into the kitchen. "Sure Edward what's up?" my dad asked. "Well I have a favor to ask."

"What is it sweetie?" my mom smiled. "Well, I have a date tomorrow night and I wanted to cook her dinner, so do you think that you guys could go out or something, it would be easier if no one else was here."

"Ah, I was wondering when you were gonna ask her out." I heard Emmett come around the corner. "But are you really going to cook for her, I mean that's kind of girly, don't you think?" he laughed.

"Emmett, that is actually very sweet. You might want to take a page from your brother's book. I bet Rosalie would love for you to doing something that." My mom spoke right up

"Who are you going out with Edward?" my dad asked. "Bella Swan" "Oh Charlie's daughter?" He asked. "Yeah, so could you guys just find something else to do from about 5:30 until about 8:00? Then I'm going to take her somewhere after that.

"Oooohhh Eddie how romantic" Emmett mocked me. "Shut up" I glared at my brother. "Well, I am going out with Rose, so you don't have to worry about me."

"Thanks Em. So mom, dad will you do it?" "Well Esme, how about I take you out on a date tomorrow too? I can't let me sons show me up"

"I would love to" my mom said as she reached over to kiss my dad. "Ew, can you guys

Please not do that in front of me" My dad chuckled as he walked out of the room.

"Mom? Do you think you could help me, you know get stuff ready?"
"Of course dear, we'll get started right after school." "Thanks mom, goodnight."

BPOV

I couldn't wait for school to get out I was so excited about tonight. Edward told to dress warm and that he would pick me up at 530. Alice was going to come over after school to help me get ready.

"Do you know what you're going to wear tonight Bella?" she asked.
"Well, Edward said to dress warm so I was planning on jeans and a sweater. Do you think that is okay" I asked as we pulled up to my house.

"I think that's perfect, though it would be a lot better if you knew exactly what he was planning." We walked up to the door. "That's, my fault really, I told Edward to surprise me." As soon as we got inside Charlie was waiting. I knew he was planning on getting home early but he was practically waiting by the door when I got home from school.

"Hey Bells" he turned to Alice then. "Oh hi I'm Bella's dad." He was lit up like a Christmas tree. "Nice to meet you Mr. Swan, I'm Alice Cullen."

"Nice to meet you too Alice, but please call me Charlie." "Dad, were going to my room." I said as we headed upstairs. "Alice, I'm going to take a shower, do you want to look through my closet, I have a few different things in mind but I'm not sure which one I want to wear."

"Sure, I brought a few things over too in case you want to try some things on, and Rosalie will be here soon, she just wanted to run home and get some stuff from her house also."

"I don't know how to thank you guys." I took a quick shower and when I got out both girls were looking through piles of clothes. I had already put on my new bra and underwear set I got from shopping last weekend at Alice's party.

"Okay Bella, we have made piles of different outfits, why don't you start trying things on and we'll see which one looks best." After going threw about 20 different combinations we found one that we all agreed on. Both Alice and Rosalie helped me with my hair and makeup and it was just about 5:00 when they left.

I was starting to get a little nervous mostly about my dad and what he was going to say when he met Edward. I didn't think it would be too bad, but still. I got my shoes and coat and waited on the couch downstairs.

The doorbell rang a few minutes before 5:30, I tried to get to the door first but Charlie beat me to it.

EPOV

I got home from school and Esme was waiting for me. "Do you know what you want to make yet?" she asked. "Yeah, I thought we could make your famous mushroom ravioli." I was so glad my mom was going to help me with the dinner. I was really starting to get nervous.

"Okay dear, let's run to the store and get the stuff we need and we'll get started when we get back." We headed out to the car. "Thanks for doing this mom, I really appreciate it."

"I'm glad you asked Edward, this really is a nice idea, you know this is what your dad did for me on our first date." She told the story so often there was no way I could forget.

"I know mom, that's what gave me the idea." We got back from the store and went straight to the kitchen. "Edward honey, why don't you set the table and I will get started on the salad." That should be easy enough. "Thanks mom"

I got out the good ones the ones we only use at Christmas and set the table. I put candles out; got some of my CD's from my room and brought them downstairs next to the stereo. My dad came home then. "Hey Edward, you know when I had my mom help me with my first date with your mom, she had me put candles around the room along with some flower pedals." He handed me a bag. "Don't put these out until Emmett leaves or you wont here the end of it." He winked at me. "Thanks dad"

"Edward, everything is ready to go, you just need to put the breadsticks in the oven for 10 minutes, the sauce is in the pan, all you have to do is heat it up, and the let the ravioli cook for about 15 minutes."

"Thanks again mom, I am going to go pick up Bella now, you guys will be gone when I get back right?" my mom looked like she wanted to stay but luckily dad interjected. "Yes Edward, I will make sure we are gone by then. Have fun tonight"

"I will". I pulled up to Bella's house and rang the doorbell. Chief Swan answered the door. "Hello Edward, come on in." I walked through the door "Thank you Chief Swan."

"Call me Charlie" he smiled. I wasn't sure exactly what I had expected but he seemed so friendly. "Thank you Charlie." I looked over at Bella then she looked amazing. "Bella, you look beautiful" I couldn't stop staring.

"Thanks Edward, are you ready to go?" she asked it couldn't be that easy could it? "Bells, why don't you get us something to drink" "Dad" she gave him a strange look.

"Bells" he looked right back at her. She turned and walked into the kitchen. "Edward, where do you plan on taking Bella tonight?" "Well sir, I was planning on making dinner at my house and then I was going to take her ice skating" he smirked at me, and chuckled a little. "Skating huh? Well, good luck with that" He chuckled again.

"Her curfew is at 12:30" Bella walked in then with drinks for us. "We'll be back by then sir." "Have a good time kids, nice meeting you Edward." We left without drinking anything. It was kind of weird but I was glad to get going.

"You too sir." We walked out the door. "So where are we going?" Bella asked.

"First we are having dinner." She looked so beautiful it was hard to concentrate on driving. "I hope I'm dressed okay." She frowned slightly.

"You're perfect" we pulled up to the house then. Bella just looked confused.

"I'm making you dinner here." I said as I helped her out of the car.

BPOV

Wow, that was unexpected. We walked into his house. There were rose pedals scattered everywhere. He took me hand and led me to the living room lighting candles along the way.

"Have a seat here and I will get dinner ready." He turned on the stereo on his way.

"Is there anything I can do to help Edward?" I got up and walked into the kitchen. "You just relax, I have everything under control. Dinner should be ready in about a half hour."

I leaned up against the counter and watched him work. He really was amazing. Not too

much longer the timer went off. "Come with me" He grabbed my hand again and took me to the dinning room table, again lighting the candles that were there. He brought the food out then, and took a seat next to me.

Dinner was fantastic I was really impressed not only that he went to so much trouble but it was really good. I had no idea that he could cook.

"Edward, dinner was incredible! Where did you learn to cook like this?" he started to clear the table. "Well actually I had some help" he blushed a little. I got up to help him.

"Thank you" he said as he piled the dishes in the sink.

"Do you want a tour of the house?" he asked "Sure" he took my hand again and we headed upstairs. "This is Esme and Carlisle's room." He pointed to the room next to us. "Emmett's room, Carlisle's study, and this is my room" We walked in. "This is really nice Edward." He just stared at me.

"I have something for you." He walked over to his closet and took it out. Whatever it was it was wrapped. "Edward, you really didn't have to do this." I looked at him again to see him staring straight into my eyes with a very intense look. I could feel my stomach and my pulse react.

"I wanted to Bella, I hope you like it." I sat down on his bed and opened the package. It was a new copy of my favorite book, Wuthering Heights. "I noticed your copy is worn out and pretty much falling apart." He was looking at me intensely again.

"Thank you Edward, this is so sweet." I opened the front cover to find that he had written an inscription.

Dearest Bella,

I wanted to let you know how very much you mean to me. I thought that you were the most beautiful women I had ever laid eyes on the first time I saw you. The first time I heard your voice, it reminded me of angels singing. The first conversation we had you made me laugh. As I got to know you better I soon found out that you are so selfless, caring, thoughtful, intelligent and the most amazing person I have ever known. I realize that we have only been in each others lives for a relatively short period of time but I have felt drawn to you from the beginning. I hope that you feel the same way because I want you to be mine. I want to be able to let everyone know that you are only with me.

Bella, will you be my girlfriend?

Edward

I looked up at Edward then and he was looking at me and I could tell he was starting to get nervous. He took my hand again and pulled me up to him. His hands came up to cup by face. We just stared at each other for what seemed like eternity.

"Will you Bella? Will you be my girlfriend?" he looked so hopeful. "Yes Edward, I would love to be your girlfriend." The heartbreaking smile appeared on his face again.

He pulled my face closer to his, our mouths were only an inch apart. "May I?" I nodded.

He moved slowly towards me until his lips softly touched mine. I responded immediately and pressed in further and opened my mouth slightly. Edward then pulled my body flush with his and one arm wrapped tightly around my waist. I stifled a moan as his tongue brushed my bottom lip. I couldn't stop myself as I slide my tongue in his mouth.

We continued kissing for another minute. We finally broke apart and Edward pulled me into a tight hug. "Maybe we should head downstairs." He said. "Yeah, that might be a good idea." We walked back down to the kitchen. Edward stopped and looked at me again. "Thank you Bella, I can't tell you how happy you have made me." He kissed me for the second time.

"You have made me happy too Edward, thank you for a wonderful time." "The night isn't over yet. I have something else planned for us." I reached for his hand this time and after we blew out all the candles and grabbed our coats we walked out to the car.

"Where are we going now?" I questioned. "You'll see." We drove for only a few minutes before pulling up to an ice skating rink. Edward smirked. "Are you ready?" I was feeling pretty brave and was in such a good mood I got out of the car and was ready for anything.

As we were lacing up our skates I almost fell down before we even got on the ice I looked up to Edward. "You do realize that I will be holding onto you the entire time, right?" He just grinned. "That was the plan after all" I just rolled my eyes.

As soon as we stepped out onto the ice, I immediately lost my balance. Luckily Edward held me up. We skated if you can call it that around the rink. Edward wasn't much better than I was and we fell often. Most of the time I ended up pulling him on top of me. He never let go of my hand.

I was having a really good time. We laughed most of the night, but after a while our feet were getting sore and Edwards pants were pretty wet. "Why aren't your pants as wet as mine" he whined.

"Probably because when I land on you, you don't let me up right away and you just stay lying on the ice." I shook my head at him. "Well it's worth it then." It was getting pretty late and I knew we were going to have to be heading home. We pulled up to my house but neither of us made a move to get out.

"Thank you Edward, I had the best time tonight. Everything was perfect." "It was perfect, but only because I was with you." He leaned in to kiss me again. This time he kissed my jaw and trailed kisses from just under my ear to my mouth and back again.

He kissed my lips again when the porch light flickered on and off. Way to be subtle Charlie. "I guess I better get you inside." Edward frowned. "You don't have to ya know."

"If I want Charlie to let you go out with me again I think I better." With that he got out of the car and opened my door for me.

We walked up to the front door. I hugged Edward and leaned in for one more kiss. "Goodnight Edward" "Goodnight Sweetheart, will you call me tomorrow?"

"Of course" he kissed my hand, turned and walked back to his car. He waved as he got in and I watched him drive away. Charlie opened the door then.

"So did you have a nice time?" he asked expectantly. "Yes dad I really did" We both headed upstairs and went to bed.