Thanks for the reviews! I hope everyone likes what I'm going to do so enjoy peoples! Here's chapter 12.
Moving was hazardous according to Edward. Every time I tried to lift a leg to walk I was over come with so much pain that Edward had decided to just carry me. I objected and tried to suck it up but Edward would not be turned away so easily. He refused completely to even let me attempt to walk on my own again and even insisted on having me sit in his lap in the car!
"Edward, I'm not paralyzed! I can walk." I said as he scooted all the way into the back seat of Carlisle's Mercedes and then gingerly eased me into his lap.
"I know Bella but you are in a great deal of pain," he let his hand wander gently over the small strip of bandage on my left cheek; a deep cut, a thin line, was still there from one of Jacob's claws and Carlisle had said it would most likely scar.
I nodded, blushing at the soft touch of his hand and lay my head across his chest. I let my eyes drift shut and fell into a light sleep.
I awoke at the Cullen house. I knew immediately that I was in Edward's room since Debussy was playing softly and his delicious scent was all over the place, playing with my nose.
I groaned and turned over, wincing a little as my arm moved to stretch.
"She's awake!" I heard Alice say happily as I opened my eyes to her smiling face, "Hey there. Welcome back to the world of the living…well, you know what I mean."
I laughed and sat up slowly, making sure I was completely comfortable and out of pain. Edward came into the room as I did this and planted a deep yet soft kiss directly on my lips, sending my heart into a frenzy of beats. I could feel a warm blush spread on my cheeks as I closed my eyes and kissed him back. Suddenly, he pulled back, looking into my eyes worriedly.
"Are you alright?" he asked, making sure I wasn't hurting. I smiled.
"Yes, even better now," I smirked and I was sure Edward could see how happy I was.
"Bella," he said quietly, a small suspicious smile playing on his lips, "I talked to Charlie. You can stay with us," I was silent for a moment, letting his word's sink into me first. Once they had I beamed and carefully placed my arms around his neck and letting my head rest in the crevasse between his shoulder and neck.
"Thank you," I said, lips moving against his skin. I felt him hug me back gently and we sat like that for a little while. Edward's cool hand went to my back and carefully under my shirt, feeling a long scar that was hidden by my clothes. He sighed.
"At least no one will be able to see…" he said quietly, head rested on my shoulder.
"Except for this one," I said, temporarily moving my hand from him to bring it to the small line of a scar on my cheek. Carlisle had removed the bandage and it was showing freely now. I sighed.
Edward pulled away from me and ran his hand over the scar, "Yes, except for that." Once again his lips were on mine and we were in a passionate kiss. Of course, something had to ruin it and as it started to get hot and heavy. The pain sprang back at me with such force that I cried out, pulling back. As quickly it had come, though, it vanished again, leaving me a little breathless but alright none-the-less. Edward immediately looked panicked and at my cry Alice came back into the room.
"Geez Bells, you're supposed to be taking it easy!" she laughed, shaking her head when she realized I was OK and leaving the room. I looked back at Edward and laughed.
"Dang, I guess no kissing for a while," I smiled but he only smirked.
"Well, no serious kissing," and with that he re established a lighter kiss but it held the same amount of passion as the other.
The next few days were a hassle. Edward was so over protective and every time I had to get up from the recently purchased bed that was in his room he was at my side every step of the way.
After a while, the horrible pain turned into a dull ache and I was able to move more freely. I was grateful because I was feeling guilty that Edward was making all the Cullen's basically wait on me.
The next morning was my first day back to school in about two and a half weeks. As soon as I stepped into the student parking lot, Edward by my side, I was bombarded with students asking questions and wishing me well. One boy I thought's name was Bryan pointed out my scar and said it was a 'totally awesome battle wound!' I laughed at that and nodded.
Mike Newton came up to me after during second period, regarding Edward carefully as he casually made his way next to me.
"Hey, are you doing OK?" he asked, his attempted 'Edward-style' hair a deeper shade of blonde than I remembered.
"Hey. Yeah Mike, thanks for asking," I offered a cheery smile, trying to salvage the friendships that I hadn't managed to ruin yet.
Mike seemed to appreciate the act and smiled back, "See you in gym," he said, waving as the bell rang.
I smiled even bigger and gave a sarcastic sigh, "Uh oh, no gym the doctor said? Too bad. What ever shall I do with myself?" Edward smiled.
"Well, I have a note from Carlisle," he held up a small slip of yellow paper, "It says that I'm not supposed to leave your side, including playing in gym class. So I guess we're both out of the job." I squealed in happiness and threw my arms around Edward in happiness.
"Well, now that we have last period free, do we get to go out?" I asked hopeful.
"Of course." Edward said, looking appalled that I would assume anything else. I laughed and let him wrap his arm around my waist and lead me to his shiny Volvo.
Every day at seventh period the rest of the week I looked forward to what awaited me. Edward would sneak me knowing stares that drove me crazy with impatience. At my sighs he would just laugh.
Today was extremely torturous. Edward kept saying things like, "You'll love this one," and, "Wow, just wait" and my least favorite, "I just can't wait to see your face". It was driving me insane! Finally, as we walked to building three for our last class, I stopped and spun around to plant a deep and passionate kiss on Edward's lips. When I pulled back, his eyes were full of surprise and longing. He leaned in for another but I ran away playfully.
"Since you're dangling a surprise in front of me all the time, I'm dangling kisses," I said, blushing as a girl with auburn hair walked by looking at me smirking.
"THAT is not fair!" he objected, coming back to my side.
"Oh, yes it is!" I said, laughing at his frustrated scowl.
As we drove down a road, I realized we were past Port Angeles and were moving further up.
"Edward where are we going?" I asked, staring out the window.
"Surprise love," was all he said, another small smile that drove me crazy on his lips.
After a little more of driving, we pulled into a vacant lot and Edward was at my door, pulling me out and placing a chilled hand over my eyes.
"Edward! No!!! I've waited too long," I said, listening to his laugh. I sighed, crossing my hands over my chest, "You're so annoying," I said with a small laugh myself.
The sun had begun to set already and it was getting dark. Darkness and Bella Swan don't mix very well seeing as it was at night most of my accidents happened.
After walking a ways, Edward halted, not uncovering my eyes, "Bella, take off your shoes," I waited, wondering if he was joking. Then, when he said, "Hurry," I realized he wasn't and quickly removed my safe, flat sandals. I pulled my sandals into my hands and carried them, waiting.
Edward led me forward and I felt my feet go into soft sand, and I could hear the ocean. "Alright," he said, removing his hand. My eyes sparkled as they adjusted to the scene in front of me.
A small, round table with a rose red table cloth was perched at the edge of the waves with two chairs on either end. In the center of the table was a small candle that flickered slightly as the soft wind blew over it. There were four lampposts stuck in the sand, evenly on either side of the table, lighting up a square of radiance. Directly behind the vista the sun was beginning to set, sending the sky in a beautiful array of pinks and yellow lights.
"Edward," I said as I released the breath I hadn't known I had been holding. I turned to him and kissed him deeply as my reaction. It definitely pleased him.
"You like it?" he asked, holding me close.
"Of course I do! It's amazing," I whispered. I pulled away and twined my fingers with his and let him lead me to the table. A steak with potatoes and green beans were already set. I could see the steam rising from only one place. I noticed the delicate wine glasses on either side and I looked at Edward dubiously. He shrugged.
"It's a special occasion." I smiled and nodded, not caring. He happily pulled my chair out for me and then pushed it in as I sat.
I ate a piece of the steak that was cooked perfectly. I smiled happily and quickly took another bite. Edward stood and poured the wine. I looked up at him again but he only winked at me.
I hesitantly picked up the now full glass, swooshing the liquid around and taking a hesitant sip. It was sweet but with an edge that was alcohol; a sort of bitterness that I noticed easily. I didn't mind, though, and sipped again before placing it down and taking a bite of my green beans.
"So," I said, wiping my mouth on a napkin, "Are you excited?"
"For what?" he asked; his eyebrows rose up slightly. I giggled.
"It's June 18th," I said, waiting for a reaction. It took Edward a moment but then he slapped his forehead.
"Bella we're getting married in six days!" he realized, making his way over to me and lifting me effortlessly, spinning me around and kissing me.
"Alice will start the OCD thing any minute now," I laughed. Suddenly, we were at the water's edge, Edward in the water up to his ankles. He looked at me mischievously and then at the water.
"No." I said, realizing I was at his mercy since he was holding me. "No," I whined, shaking my head.
"Too late," he laughed and then dove into a wave with me still in his arms. I came up and didn't say anything, hiding a plan.
"What? Are you alright?" he looked worried. Then I got him, spitting the salty water I had gathered up in my mouth into his face before swimming away laughing, "Oh, you're going to pay for that!"
I laughed wildly as he jumped at me and my hair came loose from its bun, hair band getting lost in the waves. As my mahogany hair spilled out over my shoulders and spread out in the water, circling around me as the water moved the floating strands, Edward picked me up again, smiling so big I was sure it would get stuck. The thought of his perfect face locked in a perfect smile forever because of me made me shudder in delight.
"I love you," I said quietly as I wrapped my legs around his waist and arms around his neck, resting my head on his shoulder. I grazed his nose with my own and I let my lips wander gently over his, feeling my face as it heated up immediately.
"You are my everything," he said, capturing my lips with his own and sinking into the water so that his knees were on the ocean floor and our shoulders up were exposed; the rest of our bodies had been swallowed up by the never ending sea. A sea that much resembled the love we had for each other…
"Immature love says: 'I love you because I need you.' Mature love says: 'I need you because I love you,'" Erich Fromm
Hurray!!! Chapter 12 is one of my faves just cuza this last scene. Ugh, the annoyingness of being an h.r. Oh well, too bad LOL. OK, I've got an important question for my fans. There is a slight chance of the return of Jacob Black along with Bella's friendship with him. I've been considering it but I'm not sure so I decided to ask all of you. Poll yes or no K? You can say why if you'd like but also review this chapter cuz I wanna see what you all think! Love all around!
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