Chapter 11: Forever and Always

BPOV

I woke up to the sun on my. It was so bright that I couldn't open my eye. It's strange, all this good weather happening in Forks lately.

"Edward?" I say, feeling for him. I noticed I was laying on a flat surface.

I open my eyes when I feel a piece of paper. What the?

Bella,

I left early, before Charlie woke up and caught me in your bed. And

I needed to change and shower. Sorry I couldn't be there when you woke. I'll be there 7:30 sharp to pick you up for school. With coffee and Donuts. ;]

Always,

Edward.

I smiled. How sweet of him. But I was so not looking forward to school. I didn't feel like have everyone take pity on me today, but I sighed and got out of bed. I had a little extra time, so I took extra long in the shower. Letting the hot water run down my body, washing away the sleepiness and the worry. When I got out it was 7:15. I changed and tried to fix my hair. But it was useless so I just threw it in a messy bun. When I went downstairs there was a knock. I couldn't contain my smile. I rushed to the door and swung it open.

"Hey" he said, laughing slightly. Probably at the stupid grin on my face.

"Hey yourself" I say, letting him in. He handed me a donut and a coffee cup.

"Thanks" I say, taking a sip.

"No problem. Ready to go?" he asked. He walked over to the couch and picked up my backpack.

"No" I grumbled. Walking out of the house.

"Awww, come on." he said closing the door. "It wont be that bad, and plus. I'll be there with you"

"Ya… Ok" I say, as he opened the car door for me.

The drive was quiet for the most part. Classical music was playing out of the speakers. I was surprised when Edward told me he played piano. I smiled at him, and I couldn't stop smiling. Before, all I would of thought of Edward was, he was just some stupid, conceded, stuck up, jock/player. But he has this side to him that no one would have thought existed. We talked about Debussy just as we pulled up to the school. I froze slightly. I didn't want to go in there, even though I knew Mike wasn't there.

"Bella." Edward said, rubbing light circles on my shoulder. "It's going to be ok"

"I know" I said, smiling at him. Because of you.

He smiled back and got out to open my door. I loved when he did the whole gentlemen, chivalrous act. I blushed as I stepped out. He smiled. He always smiles when I blush. I think he likes seeing me un comfortable. We walked in the building, I began to grow nervous. The hall seemed to quiet, to hushed whispers. My heart was beating wildly. I felt like everyone could hear it. Edward must have noticed how uncomfortable I got, because he put his hand on the small of my back and rubbed light circles there. I relaxed at his touch.

We got to first period, Alice, Rose, Jasper, and Emmett had gone out with Esme and Carlisle for some kind of business thing, but Edward stayed home. Claiming that what they had to do, he had already done. I sat in my usual seat , Edward sitting next to me. The class began to fill, and everyone was giving me sympathetic looks. I ducked my head down a little and pulled out a book to read.

"Bella" Edward's voice startled me, I looked at him. "I'll be right back. I forgot that I needed to go to the office for a quick sec. I'll be right back k? Promise"

I nodded and smiled, though it didn't reach my eyes. Why do people always leave me in this class by myself? I thought. He got up and left. The bell rang a few moments later. I hope he didn't get into trouble for being tardy. The teacher said good morning to the class, and then the P.A. system came on.

"Hello everyone and good morning.

We have a few messages for you. First off:

There is a young man here who has a message for

A certain special someone"

There was a brief pause, and sounds of movement. My heart started beating really fast. What if it was news about Mike? Everyone was chattering among themselves wondering what was going on. I almost got up and left, that was until I heard his voice. Edward?

He cleared his throat before starting.

"I know this may seem strange, but I have something I would

like to say to someone. You see? I know this girl. She is the most

beautiful girl I have ever met.." he paused.

I looked at Lauren who looked like she was glowing. He couldn't…could he? My breathing sped up.

"She is the smartest, funniest, most sarcastic person I

know. She is selfless, and caring, and kind to.. Almost

everyone she meets." He said with a chuckle.

My heart was beating at a rapid pace, I almost felt like it would fall out. Who was he talking about? It couldn't be Lauren. She's a total bitch. I was getting antsy waiting for a name.

"And I would like to ask her something…" he paused

Jesus Christ!! Get it out already! Lauren was almost standing with anticipation.

"Bella? Will you go out with me tonight?"

My heart stopped, along with my breathing. My jaw fell open. Everyone was staring at me now. Especially Lauren. She was glaring at me, looking so pissed I though a vain might pop. The lady came back on the P.A. system and gave a couple more announcements. I wasn't listening anymore.

All I could think about was, Edward liked me. Really liked me. He wasn't just being nice. It my not be love, but it's a hell of a lot better then nothing. The class passed in a blur. I couldn't focus on what the teacher was saying.

Girls in the class would look back at me and then gossip to the person next to them. But I didn't care. I couldn't stop smiling, I was so happy. When the bell rang, I jumped up and rushed out of the classroom to look for Edward. But he was leaning against the lockers across from the classroom. I ran up to him and threw my arms around him. He caught me and swung me around.

"Yes! Yes! A thousand times Yes!!" I say hugging him.

He laughed and set me down. "I'm glad you agreed"

I smiled at him, and he smiled back. That amazing crocked smile that made my knees quiver. jeez, I've got it bad, I thought. But I didn't mind. He walked me to class and kissed my check, telling me he would meet me in the cafeteria. I nodded and smiled. I headed to my classes without any of the Cullen's. it wasn't till this day that I realized that me and Lauren had about every other class together. She glared at me the whole time, but I ignored her.

During my classes people would approach me and tell me how sorry they were about what happened with Mike. I would thank them, but not push the conversation further. Even Jessica talked to me and told me how mad and surprised she was. No one thought he would take it that far. It made me uncomfortable, all this attention. I didn't like to be the center of so many people's concerns. I tried to ignore it best I could, but the more I tried to avoid it, the more persistent people became. I was relieved, when lunch came around.

I left class and began walking to the cafeteria, but someone stood in my way. Lauren. I sighed. I really didn't need to deal with this shit right now.

"Bella" She said looking down on me.

"Lauren" I say rolling my eyes, trying to get passed.

"Not so fast." she says, blocking my way.

"What do you want, Lauren." I huff, irritated as it is.

"You cant have him. He's mine, and he always be mine." she stated matter-of-factly.

"Oh, is that so." I say getting angery. "Well it looks like, he's moved on. Maybe he's tired of paying for a prostitute." I smile.

She fumed. "Your going to regret saying that"

"Oh is she now?" a velvet voice came from behind me. I looked and smiled at Edward.

"Why, Edward?" Lauren say, sobbing. People were watching now. "Why would you chose her over me?! Look at her!"

"I see her. And she's beautiful." he said, smiling at me. I blush. "And you, are trash."

Lauren huffed and stomped away. The small crowd that had dispersed. We ate lunch and when the bell rang we went to class. During Biology Edward kept rubbing circles on my hand, my shoulder, and knee. It was extremely distracting. The rest of the day passed by quickly. Edward drove to his house, not bothering to stop at mine. I gave him a confused look. He mouthed a 'sorry'. When we walked threw the door I knew why.

"Bella!!, come on. We only have three hours!" She exclaimed.

"No, Alice!!!" I shout hiding behind Edward. "I am perfectly capable of dressing myself!"

"No your not!" Alice said, trying to get around Edward.

"Alice, maybe you should just let her-" He started, but she gave him a death glared that shut him up.

"Hand her over or I wont keep my side of the deal" She said.

I looked at Edward. He sighed. "Sorry, Bella" he said moving out of the way.

Alice grabbed my arm and began dragging me upstairs.

"Traitor!" I shouted as I lost sight of him. I heard a distant laugh.

Alice dragged me up to her room and threw a towel at me, saying to take a shower. I went to the bathroom, taking longer in the shower than necessary. When I got back to her room, robe wrapped around me, the real torture began. I swear this girl went to cosmetology school. She started with a pedicure. Rose came in and started on my hair, all the while talking about their day, and asking about mine. By the time they were done with my makeup it was 6:00. Rose handed me a garment bag and told me to change and not look in the mirror. When I came back in the room, they looked at me wide eyed.

"Man, we're good." Alice said examining me. "You can look now."

I rolled my eyes and walked the mirror. But who I saw wasn't me… was it? The girl I say way beautiful. More then beautiful. Her hair was in tight curls, half was partly pulled back and the rest in waves down her back. Her dress was royal blue and came down to just bellow the knee. The top half was corset like, and the bottom half had a tutu like cloth over a smooth silk. (Think of the dress Taylor Swift wore in the 'Our song' video). Her makeup was done too match the dress, The dark blue eye shadow making her Chocolate colored eyes big and Fawn-like.

"Is that me?" I asked still looking at the mirror.

"Yes" Alice said coming to hug me. "And you look beautiful"

"All thanks to you guys." I smile. "Thanks"

Alice smiled and Rose nodded. "Come on, or you'll be late" she said hending me some heels.

I smiled wider and followed them to the Garage. When we got there, Alice placed a blindfold over my eyes.

"Hey!" I shout, going to take it off.

"No, Bella. It a surprise. Keep it on" she said, as they helped me into a car.

The ride was short and when someone helped me out of the car, they told me I would have to walk a little. I groaned but fallowed the person leading me. I tripped several times, before we finally stopped walking. The air smelt like.. Flowers? Whoever was helping me let me go. I didn't move, afraid I would fall. I felt hands on my shoulders moving me forward. The more we moved the more I could smell the flowers.

"Close your eyes" Edward said. I smiled and did so. He removed the cloth and put his hands over my eyes.

"Edward" I giggled.

"shhh" he said. "Are you ready?"

I nodded and he let go of my eyes. I opened my eyes, and Gasped at the sight.

"Oh, Edward" I say, stunned.

We were in the middle of a meadow. There had been a couple tables set up, holding candles and banquets of various flowers. A stereo had been set up on one the tables and was play a mixture of songs, all slow, some classical some not. In between the two tables was another table that had a candle holder in the middle. There was so many candles lit that you could see easily. I felt my eyes start to water.

"Oh, Edward" I say. "It's Beautiful"

He smiled. "Not as beautiful as you. You look absolutely gorgeous."

I blushed and he led me to the middle table, two trays had been placed. He pulled out my chair for me and then sat down across from me.

"I had dinner planned for you." he smiled. "Italian's your favorite right?"

"You remember?" I ask.

"Of course" he said.

I lifted the tray to reveal a variety of different pastas. He smiled at me, when I looked at him. Dinner was nice. We played another game of 20 questions, while we ate. His answers continued to surprise me.

"Favorite Book?" I ask

"Wuthering Heights" he stated.

"Oh, my god. I love you" I laughed. If only he knew I wasn't joking.

He laughed and then just stared at me. Then he got up and came over to me offering his hand.

"Would you dance with me?" he asked.

"I cant dance" I blush, hesitantly taking his hand.

"Its all in the leading" he says, pulling me closer to the stereo. We started of swaying and then we were moving. He held me close to him, guiding me.

"This isn't so hard" I smile up at him.

"See? I told you" He laughed.

We continued to dance. The song changed to Crazier, by Taylor Swift. I smiled at the song and he continued to glide us, spinning me occasionally. Then he started to sing to me.

" You lift my feet off the ground, Spin me around, You make me crazier, crazier Feels like I'm fallin, And I'm lost in your eyes, You make me crazier, crazier, crazier"

He stared at me, singing along to the words. His voice was amazing. I smiled slightly, as he continued to look into my eyes. I leaned my head against his chest, and sighed. This is perfect. As we stopped moving and came to a sway, I felt my heart tug. I love him so much, and I have to tell him.

"Edward" I say at the same time he said my name. I giggled. "You first"

"Bella.., I need to tell you something." He started still swaying us. "I've been meaning to tell you for a while but, I wanted it to be perfect…Bella? I love you"

I felt a tear roll down my cheek. he loved me. I thought. I smiled and wiped away the tear.

"Oh, Edward. I love you too." I say hugging him. I feel him let out a breathe. Once I let go he looked at me.

"I have one more surprise." he said, pulling me toward the forest. We walked a little ways, until I saw his car.

"Edward? What about all that stuff?" I ask.

"It's ok, I got someone to take care of it." he said opening my door.

He drove to his house and he helped me out of the car. The house was quiet. Where is everyone? he leads me to his room and takes me to a door I thought would be a bathroom. I gave him a questioning look, and he smiled and covered my eyes. I giggled. I heard the door open and he pushed me forward. The room was quiet. He sat me down on what felt like… a bench?

"Keep your eyes closed" he said. I did what I was told.

I felt him sit next to me and what came next made my heart stop. Piano notes filled the air. A beautiful melody surrounded me. I opened my eyes and watched him. His fingers moved swiftly across the ivory keys. The composition filled the room, sounding so complex it was surprising that he was the only one playing. The melody flowed slowly and sweetly, sounding like a lullaby. I felt tears running down my cheeks. Soon the notes slowed and the melody came to an end.

"Edward, that was amazing. It was beautiful" I say looking him in the eye.

"I call it Bella's Lullaby" he said quietly, touching my cheek. "I wrote it for you a couple weeks ago."

I couldn't breathe. "That is the sweetest, most romantic thing anyone has ever done for me" I say looking down.

Edward lifted my chin and looked me in the eye. His amazing green, emerald eyes, hypnotized me. He slowly began to move closer, and I did to. We were so close that I could feel the warmth of his breath on my lips. I closed my eyes and moved in. When our lips touched it sent shocks through my body. The kiss was gentle at first, but grew more and more passionate. He picked me up and carried me to his bed, never leaving my lips. The kiss was amazing, the way our lips synchronized, the way we just…fit. We fit perfectly together. Like we were built for each other. When we finally broke from the kiss we were both panting. We lay next to each other, both of us growing tired.

"I love you, Edward" I said.

"And I love you Bella." he said kissing me again. "Forever and Always."

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And there you have it!! Bella gets the happy ending she deserves. Sigh, its so beautiful. *Sniffle*

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Always, Tasha Waffle

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