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And also, thanks for the sugar coated almonds and cookies, Lizardastra, thanks for all the sweets in the world, Lauren (xD), thanks for the Skittles and cookies, Heal my bleeding heart, thanks for the seductive Edward, Rosaa, and thanks for the saltwater taffy in all flavors, AutumnOtts! :p
And of course a big thank you to all the other people who are reading this, or have added it to their favorites!
To everyone who is wondering if drunk Edward will be back: I'm sorry, no. xD Edward isn't an alcoholic in this story, unfortunately. :p
To SuperSayjinPanny: Hmm, my favorite Edward… I would have to say JealousWard, you'll see why after this chapter. :p And eating Ben&Jerry's is always a good thing! xD
To Ghostbunnieseatcheese: Lol, I'll give him your love, but he can't have the alcohol, sorry. :p
To HiddenInTheWords: Have fun on your school trip! And sure, you can borrow my drunk Edward. Borrow! :p
To AutumnOtts: You're right, at this point I have to buy a bigger house to store all that candy. :p
Moving on to the story! Today, I'm like Alice, I'm psychic, and I predict that ninety-nine percent of the readers will like this chapter. :p Enough said, have fun!
Jealous
I was gathering all my courage, motionlessly standing in front of the entrance of the English classroom. It was Tuesday morning, and after Edward's rather spicy warning yesterday, I knew that ignoring him again wasn't the best idea in the world.
"Are you going to stand there for the rest of the day?" Rose asked, giving me a small push.
"I don't think I could get away with that..." I mused.
"Good guess, now move it!" She gave me another push and my feet started to move.
I entered the classroom, and I didn't miss that his eyes were already completely focused on the door. He was evil, not even giving me a chance to compose myself. I met his gaze, and he smiled his uneven smile, turning my knees into jelly. By now I was sure that he was doing it on purpose. I forced myself to return his smile, and he raised one of his eyebrows at me, as if daring me to walk up to him and protest to his actions.
I freed myself from his stare, quickly taking my seat next to Rose. He started class as soon as I had opened my books, and I tried to pay attention. I glanced longingly at him, since it didn't matter anymore; he knew exactly how I felt about him. I watched his every move, not giving him another chance to accuse me of ignoring him, and I zoned out to my own, personal dream world, a magical place where he was all mine.
To my immense annoyance, I felt a tap on my shoulder, taking me back to reality. I subtly turned around in my chair, only to come face to face with Mike Newton, who was sitting right behind me.
"Hey Bella." He whispered.
"Hi." Was all he got from me.
"Miss Swan, Mr. Newton, I suggest that you both pay attention." Edward's irritated voice made me wince a little.
I turned around and saw that he was giving me a stern look, but there also was some humor hidden in those emerald eyes.
"Sorry, Mr. Cullen." I said, doing a pitiful attempt to sound seductive. Two could play this game… If only I knew the rules, that would've helped.
He resumed his class, and again I didn't take my eyes off of him. Too bad that Mike Newton didn't give up that easily. Another tap on my shoulder.
"Don't turn around." Mike whispered, changing his tactic. "But we haven't talked in ages, Bella... And there's this great new movie that I would like to see, so I thought maybe, we could go and see it together this weekend..."
I groaned inwardly. "I'm afraid my schedule for this weekend is already full." I tried to keep my voice down.
I knew I had failed the second his burning, green eyes landed on me again. Wonderful, he had heard it.
"Miss Swan, that's the second time today, you seem to have some serious problems when it comes to concentrating. I want to see you after your last class, maybe detention will motivate you to pay attention next time." He said, his tone firm, but the hint of a smile around his lips.
What the hell?!
"But sir he…" I started, referring to Mike who had brought me into trouble in the first place.
"Were you seriously going to say 'he started it', Miss Swan?" Edward interrupted me in a mocking tone.
I glared at him, outraged.
"As wonderful as that excuse sounds, I'm afraid that it's irrelevant. Detention Miss Swan, half past three, this room."
Again he continued his class, and Rose giggled.
"What?" I hissed at her.
"Nothing… I was just thinking that you won't have to be afraid that he wants you to do chores or something like that."
"How would you know?" I mouthed at her.
Rose smirked. "I think he has other plans for you, plans that you'll approve of."
I rolled my eyes at her. "Very funny. I think he's just pissed and trying to take it out on me."
The truth was, that I honestly wasn't sure what to think... Edward had never given anyone detention before, that was not his style. He did warn students who were chatting during class, but it was never more than a warning, so I'd figured that in order for him to give detention, you would have to do something that was a lot worse than talking… That made me think that this had to be something personal, and I was anxious to find out what he was playing at…
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The day dragged on and on, and I felt on edge and restless as I endured the torture of my other classes, all the while wondering what Edward had in store for me.
When gym class ended at last, Rose was waiting for me outside the gym, asking me if she should wait up for me. I told her it was fine, and that I would walk home, some fresh air wouldn't kill me.
I waved her goodbye as she stalked off to the parking lot, and my heart started to race as soon as she was out of sight, anticipating my 'appointment' with Edward. I had to drag myself back to his classroom, my heavy feet making it hard for me to move properly.
I took a long, deep breath before opening the door, telling myself that it would be alright. He'd been pissed about something, that much I knew, but even then, how bad could it be?
The second I stepped into his room, my breathing became uneven. He had been sitting behind his desk, grading papers, but he abruptly got up from his chair when he spotted me.
"Well if it isn't my favorite student, right on time." He complimented me.
His face gave away nothing, and I nervously bit my lip, deciding that it would be best to keep my mouth shut for the time being. The chance of something useful coming out of it right now was less than zilch.
"Close the door behind you." He commanded gently.
I did as he told, never taking my eyes away from him. I was a prisoner of his penetrating stare, unable to find the will to look away.
"Why don't you come over here?" His words made it sound like I had a choice, but the mild command in his tone implied something different.
I stumbled over to his desk, and he walked around it, slowly, deliberately, like a hunter who was stalking his prey. I swallowed violently when it occurred to me that this was a hell of a lot like that dream I'd had last week…
He didn't stop until he was standing right in front of me, within my reach. The expression on his face only confused me more, but then again, this was Mr. Moodswing we were talking about. I could make out determination, some anger, and even some… humor? I gave up on trying to analyze him, hoping that he would get to the point and enlighten me.
"So Bella… You and the Newton boy were looking quite cozy." He started. He wasn't completely able to keep his tone indifferent, some anger seeped through.
"He tried to talk to me, not the other way around." I informed him in an icy tone.
"Ah, that excuse again… Tell me, what was it that he needed to discuss so urgently?" Edward asked, expectantly raising his eyebrows.
"He asked me to go out with him." I mumbled, blushing.
"I can't quite hear you." Again that mocking tone, teasing me, enjoying my uneasiness.
"He asked me to go out with him." I repeated, louder this time, dropping my eyes to the floor.
I mentally patted myself on the back for successfully breaking free from his hypnotic gaze, when he effectively messed up my plan. I felt how he lightly placed one of his fingers under my chin, lifting it up, forcing me to look at him. He leaned closer to me, his eyes smoldering me again. He was about as close to me as he'd been in the library the other day, and I was nearly hyperventilating.
"And… what did you tell him?" He asked slowly, emphasizing each word.
I blinked and cleared my dry throat. "I lied. I told him that I didn't have time this weekend."
He chuckled, and his warm breath caressed my face. "Correct answer. You can't date him…" He stated bluntly.
Excuse me?! I gave him an incredulous look. What was he talking about?! He wanted me to stay away, but he also wanted me to stay close. I couldn't have him, but at the same time he didn't want me to date anyone else! Who the hell did he think he was?
"I can't date Mike Newton? Give me one good reason why not!" I snapped at him before I could stop myself, my anger getting the best of me.
Edward rolled his eyes and gave me a disapproving look. "You know why, Bella… You can't date him… because you're already mine."
My eyes widened and I stopped breathing as my brain tried to process what he was saying . I was speechless, unable to form any coherent thoughts. I was completely and utterly lost as I gazed into those eyes, which were almost a liquid green now.
"You promised, Bella… Your heart is mine." He whispered. He didn't sound confident anymore, but unsure and pleading.
I was starting to feel dizzy due to a lack of oxygen, and I inhaled sharply. He remembered… He remembered my promise. All this time he knew, but he had pretended that he had no clue what had happened that night.
"Edward, you…" I started my accusation, but I didn't get a chance to finish my sentence.
His burning eyes gave me one last brief warning, before he suddenly closed the small distance between us, inch by inch. He paused when his lips were lightly skimming against mine, as if asking me for permission. I reacted without thinking, brushing my lips against his, and his lips turned into a smile, before he urgently crushed them against mine...
I vaguely remembered that I was mad at him, but it didn't matter anymore. Nothing mattered anymore, for I was finally kissing those soft, perfect lips. I eagerly kissed him back, moving my lips with his. He tasted as good as he smelled, and his lips felt as good as they looked… I locked my arms around his neck, and he wrapped his strong arms around my waist, securing me to him. My entire body was trembling from the sensation of his smooth lips moving with mine, and I never wanted him to stop, but eventually I ran out of air.
"Edward…" I whimpered against his lips.
He understood what the problem was, and broke free, giving me some room to breathe. He didn't let go of me though, and at this point he was trapping me between the desk and his body. He started to place kisses along my jaw line, and I gasped at the amazing feeling.
"You're mine, Bella… The Newton boy should back off…" He murmured against my skin.
Oh god, those words were more than I could handle. Edward Cullen was jealous. I had already experienced many different mood swings when it came to Edward, but this jealous Edward was definitely my new favorite. His lips against my skin… that was also more than I could handle. Without a warning he lifted me up and placed me on the desk, in order to have better access. I let out a small squeak of surprise as his lips were moving down to my throat, placing a trail of openmouthed kisses in a tantalizingly slow pace.
"Say it, Bella." He said in a silky, seductive voice.
I wanted to reply, but I couldn't speak, and he started to move those irresistible lips again. He moved to my neck, gently nipping and sucking at the soft skin there, and his strong hands found their way into my hair.
"Take your time, no need to rush… I can wait forever to hear you say it." He purred.
Forming a sentence was too complicated, but I succeeded in choking out a word. "Yours…" I breathed.
He paused for a second, and I could feel that his lips were slowly turning up into a smile against my throat.
"What was that, love?" He asked, taunting me some more.
"I'm yours, Edward."
He abruptly released me but took both my hands in his. His green eyes were shining, and his face was radiant, a beautiful smile around his lips. He didn't say anything but leaned in again to give me a short, sweet kiss on the lips. When his lips left mine again, he carefully rested his forehead against mine.
"As I am yours, my Bella." His velvety voice whispered. "Forever."
My heart fluttered at his words, and for a moment it actually seemed like I had gotten the happy ending with him that I had wanted so desperately from the very first moment I'd laid eyes on him. But deep down inside I knew that this was only the beginning… Because no matter what, he was still my teacher, and we were going to have to sneak around, all the time. With my bad luck, problems were guaranteed. Not that it made a difference, I would do anything, if I could just be with him...
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"What are you thinking, love?" Edward asked as he gently took my hand in his.
We were sitting in his car, which had turned out to be a shiny silver Volvo, and he was giving me a ride home. I had told him that a little walk wouldn't kill me, but he had insisted on driving me. Not that I complained, some extra time with him was highly appreciated.
"Won't you tell me?" He tried again.
I turned my head to look at him, and saw that he was also looking at me. He gazed up at me from under his lashes, and I figured that he was trying to dazzle it out of me. It worked.
"I'm just… wondering what we are now… And where we go from here." I blurted out the truth, as usual.
"Well I don't know how about you, but I was thinking about something along the lines of 'boyfriend' and 'girlfriend'. You can be the girlfriend of course, I'll be the boyfriend." He joked, smiling crookedly.
A wide grin stretched across my face. "Really? You're my boyfriend?" I snorted.
"Only if you want me to be." He assured me.
"Yes… I would love that." I said timidly.
He chuckled. "Well there's the answer to your first question… As for your second question… I suppose we will have to be sneaky."
"Yeah… I figured that much."
Edward sighed, and lightly squeezed my hand. "I'm sorry… I wish I could take you out on a proper date. I mean I will, someday, but for now we can't be seen in public."
"I know, and I'll gladly wait, Edward." I said, reassuringly lacing my fingers through his.
A few minutes later we reached my building, and Edward parked his car. We sat in silence for a short while, simply gazing at each other.
"I don't want to get out." I confessed.
He laughed his soft, musical laugh. "I know how you feel, love… I wish I could be with you every second of the day."
He hesitantly placed his hand against my cheek, softly stroking my skin, causing a tingling sensation. I smiled at him and leaned in to his touch. I stared at his angel's face, and my eyes were automatically focusing on those kissable lips.
"Am I allowed to kiss you now?" I asked hesitantly, still a bit unsure.
He smirked at me. "You don't have to ask, Bella."
I flushed bright red, and his smirk grew even more pronounced.
"So are you going to give me that kiss, or what? I'm waiting." He hinted, smiling mischievously at me.
He didn't have to tell me twice, and I leaned in, softly brushing my lips against his. I smiled against his lips as he eagerly started to kiss me back, and I knotted my hands in his messy, bronze hair. If it were up to me, we would stay here forever and never end the kiss...
My breathing became erratic, and he carefully pulled away.
"Breathe, love." He whispered.
I took a deep breath, and made a face at him. "That's all your fault, you know. You have that effect on me."
"I do, huh? In that case I hope it never goes away." He said smugly, obviously proud of himself.
"Don't worry, it won't." I said, giving him a small peck on the lips. "I should go now, before Rose decides to start dinner and burns the place down."
He chuckled. "You're right, we wouldn't want to be responsible for that… So I'll see you tomorrow?"
I nodded. "Tomorrow." I repeated longingly.
I slowly got out of his car, and when I glanced over my shoulder I was met by his still smiling face. "Have sweet dreams tonight, Bella."
"That won't be a problem." I answered dryly. "Bye, Edward."
"Bye, love." I heard him say before I closed the door behind me.
I watched him as he drove off, not going inside until he was completely out of sight. I couldn't believe it… Edward Cullen was mine, and I was his. And whatever obstacles we would come across, I was sure that we were going to make it, as long as we were together.
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