Chapter 13
I watched the woman from the jury's lips speak the words I didn't think they would.
"We the jury find the defendent not guilty for one count of involuntary manslaughter."
Alice breathed a sigh of relief and I hugged her tight, holding in a cry of joy.
I looked at Edward and he had a small smile playing his lips, like he couldn't quite believe it. Then the jury woman spoke again.
"The jury does suggest however, that the defendent attend an anger management course lasting sixty or more days."
The judge nodded and banged his gavel.
"Mr. Cullen you will attend a course I've recommended many times and if you fail to complete the course you will return to this courtroom."
Edward stood and hugged Emmett, the both of them laughing with relief and patting each other on the back. Edwqard walked up to the judge and shook his hand, taking a piece of paper that I assumed had the anger management information on it. I still couldn't believe it, I was so scared he was going to jail and now he got off with just an anger management course! He ignored Emmett and ran up to me and Alice, sneaking me a quick kiss on the cheek. I blushed furiously and he hugged Alice, winking at me while he did.
"Are you guys as relieved as I am?"
He was laughing so hard I had to join in. He took my hand and waved over Emmett.
"Call the family, dinner tonight, my treat."
Alice shook her head and patted his head.
"Chill, it's your celebration, I'm paying."
He laughed and shook his head again, squeezing my hand gently.
"Let me pay for it Alice."
She just smiled and walked in front of us, Emmett joining her. Edward let go of my hand while we were around everyone else, but as soon as we got into Alice's car, he immediately wrapped his arm around my shouler.
"I'm sorry," he whispered, "I would if it wouldn't get you into trouble."
I gave him a smile and kissed his lips gently.
"It's alright."
I leaned my head on his shoulder and he played with the necklace around my neck.
"I recognize this."
I giggled and felt my cheeks get warm.
"It looks beautiful on you."
I started to take it off to give back to him but he put his hand over it. I couldn't help but notice how close his hand was to my chest and it made me blush brighter.
"Keep it."
I moved the ring back and forth across the thin chain, entertaining myself until we got to a house I didn't recognize.
"Where are we Edward?"
He grinned at me and took off his tie, using it to cover my eyes.
"You'll see."
"Edward! I'm gonna trip."
He put my hands in his and gently pulled me out of the car.
"I won't let you fall."
He picked me up into his arms and carried me. I heard some soft talking and an air conditioner whirring when Edward took the tie off me.
"Bella, I'd like you to meet my parents."
Standing in front of me, was a handsome older man with a kind smile, and a woman whose smile was just as kind. She didn't hesitate to hug me and beamed at Edward.
"She's just beautiful Edward."
She turned toward me and smiled, hugging me again.
"I'm Esme, if you ever need anything just give me a call."
The man laughed and pulled Esme close to him, giving her a gentle kiss on the cheek. He turned his attention toward me and held out his hand. After we shook, he chuckled softly.
"My name is Carlisle, I'm glad my son has taken affection to such a pretty young lady."
He kissed my hand and I smiled up at him.
"You're both so nice, I'm glad I get to meet you."
Edward pulled me closer to him with his arm around my waist and tickled my waist gently.
"I'm taking everyone out to dinner, do you want to come?"
Carlisle smiled, his eyes twinkling.
"I would love to, but tonight is when your mom and I leave for vacation."
Edward groaned and laid down on the couch, pulling me down with him.
"I guess we'll just have to eat here with you guys then."
I playfully glared at him and he stuck his tongue out at me.
"Don't I get a say?"
He laughed and kissed my neck, pulling me close.
"Nope."
I sighed and snuggled closer to him, letting him wrap his arms tighter around my back.
"Well in that case, I would love to have dinner here."
Esme and Carlisle went into the kitchen and suddenly Edward and I were alone in the living room.
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I licked the side of her neck and grinned at her, letting my whispers float across her skin.
"All alone."
Her cheeks turned red and I watched her with a grin. She was so adorable when she blushed.
"You are a dirty man."
I laughed and took her hands, pinning them over her head.
"That may be, but I'm a dirty man who's in love with you."
She smiled and sat up, laying her cheek on my chest.
"Your parents are wonderful."
I kept one hand over hers and ran the other through her hair.
"So are you."
I gazed into her eyes until Alice came into the room, out of breath.
"Bella... there's been an accident."
I moved of the couch and she stood abruptly.
"What do you mean there's been an accident?"
Alice moved closer to her and sighed softly.
"Your father."
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I suddenly had two thoughts. One, my father knew where I was and was coming to kill me right now. Two, something happened to him and if that was the case, I wasn't sure if I was upset or relieved. I felt horrible for that and I rubbed my temples slowly.
"What about him?
"He got into a car accident. He was driving drunk and hit another car at ninety miles per hour. Bella I'm so sorry."
She hugged me and I felt tears fill my eyes.
"How could this happen? He never drove drunk before."
She shrugged and hugged me tighter and I felt Edward touch my back.
"I don't know hon. Are you going to be okay?"
"I guess so. I mean, I don't have to worry about him anymore, but I feel bad for thinking like that."
Edward turned me around and I pressed my face against his chest, breathing softly.
"Bella there's nothing wrong with how you feel. It's okay."
I nodded and breathed in softly, trying to grasp the situation.
"I love you."
He smiled at me and hugged me tighter.
"I love you too Bella."
Alice rubbed my back and I smiled at the both of them. Esme stuck her head out of the kitchen and held up a steaming plate.
"I hope everyone like lasagna!"
I smiled and Edward pulled me into the kitchen. Everything was going to be okay.
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Again, I'm very sorry for the last cliffy. To help make up for it, here's a preview!
"Bella are you sure? You don't have to decide right away."
I smiled gently at him and held out my hands to both sides.
"Edward, I'm sure."
Okay xD that's all I can give away, but I hope it makes you wanna read on! Next chapter coming soon!