A/N: Hi guys. Thank you so much for those wonderful reviews! I'm so glad you liked it. I just had to throw the whole 'Tanya' thing in. Nothing beats a good love triangle. Lol. Hope you enjoy this chapter :o)
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Edward's POV

It had only been two days! Two days and I was already going out of my mind! When my Mom had found out about the suspension, she went ballistic! Seriously, I thought her head was going to explode. That would be one thing my Dad wouldn't be able to fix. And speaking of my Dad, his reaction was even worse. All he did was stand there, looking at me with a saddened expression before gently shaking his head and saying 'Oh Edward...I'm very disappointed'. I hate it when my parents are 'disappointed' in me. It always seems worse than being yelled at. My punishment wasn't too great either. Now I'm grounded for a week, banned from playing the Xbox, Wii, iTunes, and all my computer rights have been taken away from me. Not only that, but Mom had went so crazy one day, she actually cut through the cable of my TV! But the worst part was...I wasn't allowed to go over to Bella's house until I was back at school...but they didn't say anything about her not allowed to come over here. I pulled out my phone, thankful that school had been over for 2 hours.

Slowly dying. Come Save Me!

I finished texting her, waiting for a reply, but I got nothing. Instead, a knock on my window was heard. Finally! Some contact with the outside world! Hurrying off my bed, I opened the window to see Bella on the trellis with a bright smile, a bag slung over one shoulder.

"Someone order a hero?" She asked.

I smiled, taking her hand and helping her through the window. She walked over to the bed, dumping her bag on it before climbing on top.

"What'd you bring me?" I asked, coming to sit next to her.

"Lots of stuff that will keep you amused." She said, emptying the contents out.

There were books I hadn't read yet, a portable DVD player, loads of movies, and a notebook with some pens.

"Thought you may want to write some new songs." She said, handing me the notebook.

"Thanks."

Bella was one of the few people in the world who knew my love for music. I was always writing down lyrics, or creating melodies. Turned out I was pretty damn good at it too. I even wrote Bella a lullaby when we were 12. She still played it when she couldn't sleep at night. I picked up one of the books to read the blurb as she pulled out a flat box from her bag.

"And these are from...Tanya." She said a little bitterly, handing me a box of chocolates "She says she can't wait to see you again."

"Really?" I asked with a smirk, taking the box from her hand and opening it "Hey...who ate the orange ones!?"

"Me, sorry." She said "Had a little bit of a craving for them...But back to the Tanya issue, I don't like her."

I laughed. I hadn't met a girl who Bella had hated so quickly in all my life.

"What's with you?" I asked with a chuckle, taking a piece of candy and handing her the box "What did she do to piss you off so much?"

"Ok...don't get mad" She began, Looking a bit nervous "But she asked if you had a girlfriend and I said 'yes'...but I said that I was your girlfriend, and Then she says she didn't think someone like you would go for someone like me! I mean...what's wrong with me!? I know I'm not the most attractive girl there is, and yes she is probably a lot prettier than me, but c'mon...are looks everything!?"

I was smirking at the end of her rant (the rant she had said in one breath, getting louder with each word). How could she not think she was beautiful? She was a lot better looking than Tanya. I can tell you that. But the thing that had made me more alert was when she said that she was my 'girlfriend'. Now that was something I could get used to hearing...But I knew it was only to keep the fake looking blonde away...But why didn't she say someone else? Make up someone? Could Bella like me the way I like her?

"Why are you smiling!?" She asked, bringing me out of my thoughts.

"No reason..." I lied perfectly "I just wish you could see what I see when I look at you."

She blushed a little and gave a small smile, looking down and then back up.

"...You're not going to...date her...are you?"

"No." I said with a scoff "And thanks...for covering for me."

"No problem...but can you do me a favour?"

"Anything..." I responded.

"Can you maybe be normal for at least five seconds and NOT get into trouble!? If you ever leave me alone with Tanya again, I swear, I will kill you."

I laughed at her seriousness.

"I'll try."
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Bella's POV

Finally! The week was up, and Edward was back at school, much to my happiness. I stood outside the Principal's office, leaning against the wall and waiting for Edward to come out. He was taking forever. I was starving and wanted to get something to eat before class started. I sighed deeply, looking around the hall trying to keep myself amused. A smile soon spread across my face however when I saw Mike Newton head in my direction. I know what you're thinking...Me smiling and Mike Newton should not be used in the same sentence...but Edward had seriously screwed up his face. He had a black eye and a swollen cheek. Personally, I thought he looked better than ever. Unfortunately, I smiled a millisecond too long, because the boy obviously got the wrong idea.

"Bella..." He smirked, coming to stand next to me.

I immediately frowned when he reached out and began to play with a strand of my hair. I almost felt sorry for the guy though when Edward came out from the office. I saw his jaw clench as he wrapped an arm round my waist, pulling me in a little closer for protection.

"Newton." I responded "Did you want something?"

"Baby..." He began, trying to sound 'manly' "If I saw you naked, I'd die from happiness."

I swear I thought I heard Edward growl at this random comment, but I didn't glare at Mike, punch him or harm him in any physical way. Instead, I just smiled.

"Well Mike..." I began "If I saw you naked, I'd probably die from laughter."

At this Edward began to laugh. Why couldn't Mike get it through his head? I wasn't interested, and as far as he knew I was 'dating' Edward. My Lord I think the guy must have been hit on the head...repeatedly, because no one is that stupid. I didn't wait for Mike to respond, instead, I took hold of Edward's hand that was round my waist, and began to pull him down the hall. When we rounded the corner, out of Mike Newton's/Pervert stalker's sight, I dropped Edward's hand.

"I'm thinking it's time I get a restraining order...don't you think?" I asked, looking up at my handsome friend.

Handsome? Ok, Edward was good looking...very good looking, but I never described him like that to myself...he was always just...Edward. Although I must admit, when you've seen the boy naked, you can't help but NOT compliment him. All I can say is 'Well done' to the big chief in the sky. We headed into the cafeteria, Edward going over to sit with the rest at the table as I went to get something to eat. At that thought of Edward, my mind couldn't help but wander back to the night of the party. It would be two weeks this Friday since it happened...not like I was keeping track or anything. We hadn't spoken about it to anyone...at least I hadn't, but I did have a sneaky suspicion that Jasper and Emmett were aware that something was going on. I guess I was going to have to ask Edward about it.

The day went by quite quickly (much to my liking), and pretty soon I was in Biology. I was extremely happy at the fact that Mr. Banner had realised the danger of Edward sitting next to Mike Newton, so he switched the seats back. HA! Now Tanya was with the stalker. What the perfect match. Two annoying blondes together (I hope that came out sounding cute, supportive and hopeful). I looked over at my side, seeing Edward glancing at me. I gave him a smile. I couldn't have asked for a better friend.
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Edward's POV

Ask her out...ask her out... just grow some balls and ask her the fuck out! You know you like her...hell; apparently the whole school knows you like her...well, except maybe her. I'm sorry, but I thought it was us men that were supposed to be the oblivious ones. Biology came and went like a breeze, and soon it was time to head home. I didn't feel up to going to the diner today. Instead, I was trying to think of ways to ask Bella out. I was done torturing myself. I mean, what's the worst that could happen? She say's no and we go back to being friends. Hell, we had sex and that hadn't affected our friendship, I don't really think that asking for a date would do much damage now.

We walked down the hall towards the parking lot, keeping a friendly banter going. I didn't want to ask her in front of everyone, so I waited until we were in the car before opening my mouth, but she beat me to the punch and brought up a different subject.

"So are we going to the diner?" She asked with a smile.

"Actually...I was wondering if I could talk to you." I began, starting to get a little nervous.

"Of course." She said in a sweet voice "Shoot."

I took a deep breath. This had all seemed so much easier in my head.

"How long have we known each other?" I asked.

"Uh...16 years." Bella said a little bit shocked that it had been that long.

"And...We're close aren't we?" Ok, you sound like an idiot Cullen.

"I should hope so." Bella began, obviously a little confused "I mean...we are next door neighbours, go to school together every day, not to mention it, best friends...Are you OK? You're acting...really strange"

"Uh yeah." I said "I'm fine..." I let out a breath that I didn't know I was holding in "Bella, I've got to ask you something."

"Ok...what is it?"

"I was wondering if maybe you would like to go-"

But I was cut off when I heard a loud rattle on my window. Turning, I saw Emmett and Jasper outside. I gave a frustrated sigh, wound down the window and hung out.

"What?" I asked, a little less than friendly.

"We're going to the diner. C'mon hurry up, you're blocking us in."

"Guy's." I began "I don't really feel up to going today...Kinda busy."

"That's cool." Emmett said "Hey Bella" he peered in through the window "We're going to the diner. You wanna ride with us since Edward isn't coming?"

WHAT!?

"Yeah cool." Bella said, climbing out the car "We can finish this later, can't we Edward?"

NO! IT CAN'T!

"Uh...yeah, sure."

She gave me a small smile, peck on the cheek and shut the door. I really hate Emmett right now. This is the sort of thing that sends people to hell! Giving a frustrated sigh, I switched on the engine and headed home. I really wish that my so called 'friends' realised that Bella was involved in my busy plans. But that wasn't going to stop me. I was going to ask Bella out before the day was out if it killed me!
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A/N: I know, kinda short, but I had to leave it there. Please R&R. I know Mike seems a little persistent and stupid in this fic, but I'm basing him off of a boy who was like that with me for years.

And please check out my other Twilight fic 'Save Me'. I need to hear what people think so I can continue it. Thanks :o)