A/N: Our Edward is a gentleman, course he wouldn't fall asleep in Bella's bed! Tutt tutt to you lot and your one track minds!! Hahaha!
Sorry for the delay on this chappy, but I had work over the Easter weekend and I apologise if this chapter isn't good… I.AM.OUT.OF.COFFEE!! Coffee drinkers out there will understand my dilemma.
A walk in the park.
(Bella POV)
I turned over onto my back under my thick warm blanket only to be assaulted by a blinding light… stupid sun.
Grunting in displeasure I sat up in bed, knowing I wouldn't be able to fall back to sleep now that I was awake. Looking over at my clock I saw a blurry splodge of red where the time was supposed to be shown, rubbing away the sleep from my eyes I looked back at the clock again and saw it was 9.33am. It's too early. I yawned at stretched my arms over my head to try and wake myself up further.
I couldn't move my feet as I wriggled about, I looked down at my legs to see them tangled within the bed sheets; it really is way too early for this I thought as I tried to kick myself free of the covers. Getting annoyed after a few feeble attempts I grabbed hold of the bed cover and threw the lot on the floor. Try and tangle me now fool I thought as I looked at the feeble sheets on the floor.
Deciding that I was in desperate need of my caffeine fix I got up, my vision swayed as did my legs and my mind felt all fuzzy and slow. Is the house moving? I thought as I felt myself falling slowly to the left, and then abruptly to the right.
Stupid tasty alcohol! I moaned as I tried to steady myself. I didn't know why I drank when I went out; it always ended with me having to recover for a whole day after a night out.
A soft mumble and some movement caught my attention as I turned my attention to find the source.
A slumbering angel was strewn across my sofa, mouth agape and hair falling over his unearthly face.
Edward was fast asleep on the couch; I wondered why he slept there last night? Was he looking after me? Or was he just to tired last night to make it to his room? I really hoped it was the first but knew it was most likely to be the latter.
I headed towards the stairs, deciding that waking him up right now would be like a sin, he looked so peaceful and innocent, it was unbelievable. I'd get myself a coffee, and one for Edward too and come back to wake him.
As I made my way nearer to the bottom of the stairs, the smell of breakfast was getting stronger, invading my senses, prickling my taste buds. I could smell bacon, eggs, sausages and… burnt toast. Alice was making breakfast then.
Yawning, I staggered through the living room, muttering a sleepy hello to Emmett and Rose who were sat on the floor before the TV, leaning against the sofa with a heaped plateful of food each, forks raised suspended in midair as they laughed along to the cartoons that they were watching intently. Emmett grunted his hello back as Rose waved her free hand in acknowledgment of my greeting, or it could have been to tell me to go away and not interrupt her cartoons.
Making my way into the kitchen I found Jasper leaning against the counter, drinking tea while fixatedly watching Alice as she tossed the bacon in the frying pan. Alice was her usual bundle of energy, even after all she drank last night. She was truly a freak of nature; nothing could decrease her energy, except for Jasper's touch perhaps.
"Hi" I mumbled as I rubbed my eyes some more and headed towards the coffee machine. Jasper nodded in reply and mumbled a quick "'elo" but never broke his gaze from Alice. Alice on the other hand was bouncing about like a kangaroo until she broke out of her silence and started speaking.
"Hey Bells, how you feeling? What are we doing today? Have you and Edward decided yet? Speaking of Edward… he wasn't in his bed this morning, have you seen him? Oh and do you want me to make you and Edward some breakfast?" a glint in her eye showed at she very well knew that Edward was up in my room. The cow.
Pouring the coffee into two mugs, I answered her questions in the order she asked them. "Hi Alice, I'm feeling half drunk still and half hung-over, but it's nothing a bit of coffee can't sort out. Edward and I decided that we'd all go for a walk in the park later, Alice you can sort things out. Edward was in my room last night, and he's still asleep on the couch" I stressed the word couch, knowing that Alice had other ideas in mind "And yes, can you make some extra food please, Edward and I will be back down later once he's woken up and I've had my coffee" I answered her interrogation as I picked up the coffee's and made my way out of the kitchen, hearing Alice giggling away.
I made my way back up to my room, with two steaming hot mugs of coffee, hoping with each step that I wouldn't have my usual klutz moment and trip and burn myself.
Edward's slumbering form welcomed me as I walk into my room and made my way towards him, I sat myself on the floor beside him as I moved a few books to the floor from the side table so that I could set the coffee's down.
I turned my attention back to the clone of Adonis that way laying on my couch and went to commit a sin and wake him; I brushed the hair away from his eyes and forehead and revelled in the texture of it. It was so smooth, silky and thick, it felt as if I could run my hands through it all day and still be amazed by its texture.
He began to stir from my touch and I watched as his eyes began to flutter open slowly, a yawn escaped his beautiful enticing lips as he rubbed his eyes with the back of his hands as he tried to pull himself out of sleep.
He finally managed to open his eyes, only to capture mine in the depth of his. Our gazes locked and I drowned in the midst of green, I felt as if I was surrounded by his gaze and yet, not in deep enough. I leant forward, wanting to absorb more from those green orbs which intrigued me. Sparkling green was filling my vision as I leant forward some more, wanting to dive into them, my breathing hitched up in my eagerness.
My view of the bright green orbs abruptly vanished from view as my face collided with the floor. I groaned as I realised what had happened, and what would have happened if I hadn't lost my balance. Being a klutz always kicked in in the most embarrassing times. I couldn't believe that I was going to kiss him… he was my friend! A sexy, single, tempting friend I admit. Stupid Bella Swan!
A pair of hands pried me off the floor and set me on the couch "You okay Bella?" Edward asked me as I rubbed my cheek from where the floor abused me Bella1, floor1I thought as I tried to clear my mind, an uncomfortable atmosphere surrounded us as I settled on the couch, next to him.
"Yeah, fine… stupid floor tripped me up though" I muttered as I gave the floor one of my deathly glares.
Edward chuckled from beside me as I felt the tension recede from the room into a more carefree feeling. "Which one's mine?" he asked me as he pointed toward the coffee's steaming on the table, smiling a beautiful crooked smile that had me stuttering out my reply.
(Edward POV)
I thought back to last night as I drank the coffee Bella made me, I was so shocked that she's opened up to me, but I was glad. It helped me understand her better; I had a huge urge to want to learn every little detail about her. Everything about her interested me. I wondered if she felt the same way. Did her heart brake into a pounding frenzy when I walked into the room? Did she get scatter minded just by the sight of me? Did she feel as if her skin was on fire by my touch? Because that was how I felt each time I saw and touched her.
I thought to what had happened between us a few moments ago, or to be more accurate, what would have happened if Bella hadn't had a clumsy moment. I would finally have been able to kiss her; able to feel her lips press against mine as I'd wanted ever since I met her. I only got close enough to what I desired to do to her while I slept and dreamt of the goddess next to me.
My stomach growled in hunger and I heard Bella laughter breaking the silence "Alice has breakfast waiting for us in the kitchen" she said as she hauled herself up off the couch. I followed suit and got up myself, only to see Bella's cheeks fill with a faint blush. I wondered what had her embarrassed. "I'm sorry you had to see me like that last night, I just broke and you were there and I felt… comforted by that. Could you please not tell Alice and Rose about my little break down? It'd just upset them." she finished off, all the while her gaze had been locked on the coffee mug she held in her hands.
"Of course I won't tell anyone, you can trust me Bella. I'll always be around if you want to talk again, make sure you come to me okay" I answered, wanting her to know that she could trust me if she didn't already. I looked at her as I spoke and saw her nodding her head slowly. She looked so delicate and vulnerable and so I did what was instinctive. I stepped forward and pulled her against me, holding her tight against me while I kissed the top of her head. She felt stiff under my hold until I kissed her head, then she relaxed and melted into my hold. I smiled by her reaction, glad that she didn't push me away, but welcomed my embrace.
"Thank you" a soft whisper came from her as she took a step back; a breathtaking smile was on her face before she turned around and made her way down stairs, leading me to the kitchen.
The smell of the waiting breakfast hit me as I neared the kitchen, if I wasn't walking behind Bella, I'd have ran my way toward the food, but I was enjoying the view that I got from where I was. I had the pleasure of watching her hips sway with every step she took, making my mind reel of the things I wanted to do to her.
I gathered my wits and made a plate for myself and followed my way after Bella into the living room, to join Emmett, Rose, Alice and Jasper. Bella sat herself in one of the armchairs and I had a need to stay close to her, I made my way over to sit on the floor before her. We ate as the six of us watched the cartoons that were being shown on TV. Emmett and Rose were lounging together on the sofa as they laughed along to the goings on on TV. Alice was sat on Jasper's lap, playing with the hair on the back of his head as the both of them had their full attention on the TV too.
Bella tapped my shoulder softly and as I turned I notice she held her empty place out to me, I took it from her without question and placed it on the coffee table and felt her pat my shoulder in thanks. I loved that Bella and I didn't have to speak so much; we would instinctively do things without having to be asked or told. I felt her hands resting on my shoulder as I finished off my breakfast, finally feeling more awake now that I had a full stomach. I set my place down with Bella's and turned to look at her, I gave her a cheeky smile as I shrugged my shoulders, trying to convey to her that I wanted a massage. Sleeping on her couch last night had made my back feel a little stiff this morning and I knew with a simple massage from Bella that I'd feel much better. She smiled before I turned back to the TV and I felt her hands begin to move, the tension began to seep out of my body within seconds and I then lost all though and concentrated on her hands as they moved over my body, feeling their every move and squeeze.
"Everyone ready in half an hour" Alice simply stated as she got up off Jasper's lap once the commercials had started.
We all turned to gape at her as she stood beside the couch, hands on hips with a look on her face that showed she meant business. We all got up and got ready, knowing we'd have to be idiotic to ignore her.
Alice POV)
Climbing my way out of Emmett's monstrous Jeep, I turned around to look at my surroundings. I couldn't believe how picturesque it was here. Autumn leaves were falling like confetti from the bare trees, falling to camouflage the grass and pathway underneath our feet. It was surprisingly a dry day and the sun was out even though there was a bitter wind, I knew wearing my big coat would be a good idea.
Bella and I were walking up ahead, with the rest following, my Jasper had the picnic basket and blankets. He's such a sweetie. I made Emmett and Rose sort out the food… god knows what we'll find when we open it. It was my idea to pack the blankets, which meant I could snuggle up to Jazzy later on while we had whatever was in the basket.
Bella and Edward needed to get a move on, it was obvious how they were both totally into each other, I knew from the moment I saw them staring at each other when they first met. I'd just have to help them along a little if they don't hurry up! Emmett and Rose were different, their friendship was undeniable, but Rose was so vulnerable when it came to men that I knew they'd have to work that out with each other, as much as it annoyed me.
Rose suddenly ran up next to Bella and grabbed hold of her hand while I felt someone large wrapping their arms around my waist before I was lifted up about a foot or two from the ground "Lets have some fun Pixie!" I heard Emmett's excided voice ring out as he bounded forward with me held in one of his arms. I laughed at how childlike Emmett could be, as could Rose.
Looking over Emmett's shoulder I saw Edward chuckling and shaking his head while Jasper looked a little tense, I smiled and waved at him and he instantly relaxed, a weak smile spread on his face.
I noticed some movement in the leaves behind me and looked to see Rose and Bella lying in a mound of leaves, waving their arms and legs on the ground, pushing the leaves around. Bella then stood up and looked at what she had created; she turned towards me and shouted as Emmett bounded the both of us further away from her "Leaf angels!" I giggled at the pure joy that rang through Bella's voice.
"Perfect" I head Emmett say as he slowly dropped me to the ground and told me the plan he had in mind. I revelled at the simplicity of it, yet knew it would surely get a few laughs. We got quickly to work before the others had a chance to catch up with us…
"Not yet… hang on… nearly there…" I could hear Emmett's muffled orders as I waited for my que.
"Now" Emmett's hiss reached my ears and I did as I had been told to do, I jumped up as high as I could, scattering leaves all around me while I saw Emmett doubled over in laughter to my left.
I smiled as I took in the sight of Bella standing with a shocked expression on her face as she grabbed hold of Rose in shock.
Jasper was smiling as he set the picnic basket down and blankets and took the few short steps towards me, closing the distance.
I saw Edward had moved over to Emmett and was patting his back in congratulations for the original scare before my vision was filled by my love. I looked up at him and lost myself in his eyes, I felt instantly small as he stood over me, but in a good way. Like he was the one who'd look after me, he was my big, strong protector and I could be as small as I wanted with him. I didn't have to be exuberant Alice, I could be chilled out and quiet instead.
I felt his hands on my waist as he pulled me closer to him and began pulling stray leaves out of my hair. "My little leaf pixie" he murmured as he swept the leaves off my coat and hugged my tightly. I felt so warm and happy in his arms, I thought I'd been happy as I was before I'd met him, but it was nothing compared to what I felt now.
He kissed the top of my head before taking a step back, that's when I saw Emmett and Rose throwing leaves at each other, just like a snow fight, I looked back to Jasper to see that he'd noticed their antics too. His eyes gleamed with playfulness as I watched him bend down and grab a handful of leaves. That was warning enough for me. I ran as fast as I could, hiding behind trees as I watched Jasper trying to find me.
Seeing him heading in the opposite direction of where I was hiding I looked around, trying to find where Edward and Bella had gotten to. After a few minutes of looking I noticed a flash of red to my right and remembered that Bella was wearing her red coat. I turned to try and find her and saw her running as fast and cautiously as she could, followed by Edward, who was sprinting after her. The sight reminded me of a documentary I once saw on TV; of a lion chasing it's pray.
After weaving her way through a few trees Bella unsurprisingly tripped, probably on a tree's root and landed flat on her face. I cringed as she fell, knowing that it'd hurt and at how embarrassing it must be.
Edward stopped running when he saw her loose her footing and then restarted into a sprint as she fell. I saw him reaching her side and turning her over. I couldn't hear what they were saying, but I could see that Bella wasn't moving much and Edward was running his hand over her cheek, pushing her hair out of her face. His hand paused on her cheek as I saw him leaning his face down to Bella's. At last!! Some action! I though as I watched them about to kiss.
"Hurry up you three! I'm getting hungry!" Emmett's booming voice rang through the trees, breaking Edward and Bella's moment.
I shut my eyes and groaned as I turned to make my way back to Emmett, Rose and Jasper; waiting for Bella and Edward.
They both reached our little troop after a few minutes, neither looking at the other, with their hands in their pockets, the tension between them felt unbearable to me, and I hated to think what it felt like to them. I didn't understand why they wouldn't just stop being so guarded and go for it. I knew they were meant to be!!
Deciding to be charitable, I shouted "Beat you to the tree" as I turned and ran as fast as I could towards the large willow like tree that was about 50 feet before us, I knew it'd be a perfect place for a picnic and I wanted to destroy the tension between Bella and Edward.
I heard giggling behind me as I saw Bella and Rose catching up with me. The boys must have been shocked for a few minutes because I saw that they were trailing behind us.
Us girls reached the tree and did our customary victory dance while we waited for the men to join us. The three of us looked over to see them standing still like they were made out of stone, staring at us. I saw them shaking their heads a little and began to turn; they kept their shaking heads down as if in disappointment.
I gasped at the cheek of them and said to the girls "You know the drill"
The three of us shouted "Oi" and they spun around to look at us, the three of us were standing, fiddling with our hands, heads hung low and faces filled with sadness.
They broke their charade and fell into laughter as they shook their heads in disbelief and made their way back to us.
Rose and Bella went to lay the blankets down on the ground once Jasper and the other two had reached us while I looked inside the picnic basket surprised to find flasks of hot chocolate and coffee, accompanied by candy. Rose no doubt packed the drinks while Emmett saw to the food I thought as I went over to where Jasper was now sat. I cuddled myself up to his side and he wrapped his arms around me, rubbing them up and down, keeping me warm.
Emmett and Rose were next to us, Emmett was lying down on his back and his head resting on his hands as Rose sat beside him, looking down at the lake and rubbing his stomach, just like a kitten.
Laughter reached my ears as I saw Bella and Edward looking through the picnic basket, pulling out some of the candy and some coffee mugs and pointing at the contents.
The rest of the afternoon passed in a haze of laughter and stories. Emmett told us all tales of his top 5 pranks while Bella filled the boys in on her clumsiness, she told us all of how she'd managed to get herself into the emergency room in hospital with a can opener, she was that clumsy.
The drinks and candy ran out and as I looked at the time, I worked out that if we wanted to get home and us girls showered and changed that we'd have to leave now. I told the rest of my demand and they made haste to clear everything up and head back to Emmett's jeep. They did not want to suffer my wrath and perfection took time!!
A/N: As I said, probably sucked, but cinema is next!! I hope to make that one more exciting than this… there shall be games and action!!
Oh, and I hope you lot have checked out the twin's new story!! I won't be a happy writer if you haven't! (BookMe)
