Chapter 14
Bella's POV
I had the hardest time getting to sleep. Strange vampires will do that to you. I don't know what possessed me to agree to visit them. I could always cancel and pretend to be sick. Oh, who am I kidding, I can't act to save my life.
Well, it will do no good to be stewing over this now; I've already agreed to it, I may as well make peace with it.
I roll out of bed, head to the bathroom, and turning on the shower I strip out of my pjs and step into under the sprays. After thoroughly washing my hair and body I get out, towel off, and brush my teeth. Blow dry my hair and now what to wear?
Pulling on my body shaping jeans, and blood red shirt that shapes my cleavage oh so perfectly. Some flats and the look is complete. I glance in the full length mirror, shrug, and make my way to my kitchen.
After my bowl of cereal, I decide to finish my English assignment. At 11 am, I'm sitting around with nothing to do but wait for Peter and Charlotte to make an appearance. I've been reading the same page about twenty times, putting the novel aside I decide that now may be a good time to do some grocery shopping instead. It's better sitting here over thinking the upcoming visit.
Grabbing my shopping list, keys and purse I head to the mall. It's a cloudy but warm day out today.
My phone rings as I head out of the building, pulling it from my purse, I see it's Jake.
"Hi Jake, what's up?"
"Hey Bells. Whatcha doing?" Jake asks
"I'm heading to the mall to do some grocery shopping"
"What time will you be done?" Now why would he ask me that?
"About an hour. Why?"
"Ok. You are still coming over tonight right?"
"I was there yesterday, what's going on Jake?" I ask suspiciously. They promised dammit!
"C'mon Bells, I promise it will be worth it. Besides when was the last time you got wasted?"
"Jake I said not to make a fuss. Remember the last time that happened? Huh? "
"That was with those leeches. My dad is looking forward to it too. It's a big deal Bells, you wouldn't want to disappoint my dad now would you?" He chuckles. Ass!
"Fine! I'll be over tonight. You know you've an ass for playing the dad card right?"
"It worked didn't it? See you tonight Bells" He hangs up before I lay into him. Coward!
There goes my mood. I knew it was too good to last. Just this once I wanted everyone to forget what day tomorrow is. Starting my car I make my way towards the mall.
Arriving at the mall, I park and make my way inside; getting a shopping cart I make my way down the aisles, packing in what I require. I am not in the mood to drag this out longer than necessary. After retrieving all the items I make my way to the cashier. Once I paid for my groceries and I make my way out to the parking.
Alice is standing two spaces from my car leaning against her conspicuous car. Just my fucking luck. Quickly packing my bags in the trunk I get in. I'm startled by a tap on my window, turning slowly I see the crazy tart standing beside my car, arms crosses over the chest glaring dagger at me. Whatever!
With a loud sigh I open the door and mimic her stance. I will not give this bitch the satisfaction of having her think she can intimidate me.
"What?" I snap. Her eyes harden, and then as if a switch was flipped she smiles a sickly ass fake smile
"Why the hostility Bella, I thought we were friends, sisters even?" She asks sadly.
"You're kidding right?"
"Of course not, what would give you that idea? I missed you"
I take a deep breath, trying to make sense of this.
"Cut the crap Alice, I'm not buying it. What do you want?" I whisper-yell at her
Going by the look she's giving me, the real Alice is back.
"I just wanted to inform you that Jazzy and I will be getting married soon. Oh don't worry Bella we'll be sure to send you an invitation. My Jazzy simply can't wait to for me to be his wife again." She smirks.
"Why should I give a fuck what you and your Jazzy does?"
"Oh, I don't know, maybe because you lost and I won again!" her tinkling laugh follows her statement. "Really Bella, first Edward, then Jasper? Are you really such a slut?" She shakes her head at me
"Alice, why don't you get the fuck out of my face before I make a barbeque out of your non-existent ass?" to prove my point I pull out my zippo lighter - that coincidently her Jazzy made me carry with me - from my back pocket flicking it on in front of her face. She flinches away from the flame and hisses at me.
"Bitch"
I smile sweetly tilting my head to the side, telling her to leave. Spinning on her heal she stomps off in the direction of the mall. That was almost too easy. I climb back into my car, start her up and head home. Fucking Alice just pisses me off. Jazzy! Can she make him sound anymore off a pussy? I would feel sorry for him, but I think he deserves whatever he gets.
I can almost see the clothes she has him wearing. Urg! No more thinking of him again. He doesn't deserve my sympathy.
After unloading and packing the groceries away, I decide to have lunch before Peter and Charlotte arrive. It would save me the trouble of having to eat with vampires watching me. That is definitely something I will not miss about them.
After having my club sandwich, I cleaned up the mess I made, brushed my teeth and retrieved the novel I've been trying to read. Somewhere in the second paragraph I must have fallen asleep. The incessant knocking break through my sleep, groaning I make my way to the door.
"Who is it?" I growl
I hear chuckling on the other side of the door, with a sigh I unlock and open the door. Peter looks at me amusement evident on his face
"Did you just growl at us?" He laughs, holding on to Charlotte for support.
I roll my eyes and move aside to let them in, Charlotte hugs me as she passes and apologises for her mate's antics.
"You ready to go suga?" Char asks
"Just a minute please" She nods and I make a quick trip to take care of my human needs, splash water on my face and run a brush through my hair. Walking back out, i grab my purse and keys
"Ready"
Peter grins. Not helping idiot. I've already agreed so I may as well go with it. We get outside, after a few instructions from Peter to follow him. I nod and get in the car. I followed behind them which is a feat in itself, Peter drives like a maniac. Eventually we pull up to a beautiful two story house.
It's not anything like the Cullen's mansion in Forks, but it's still very impressive. Beautiful bay windows nestled in the surrounding woods. It's perfect.
Peter hops out of his truck and before I even blink he's opening my door, holding out his hand to help me out.
"It is beautiful isn't it?" Charlotte asks
"Sure is" I nod, without averting my gaze from the magnificent storybook creation on front of me
"Shall we ladies?" Peter asks. I nod; he walks up the stairs leading to the front porch and opens the front door, Charlotte walks through, standing beside Peter who's holding the door open. With a deep breath I take a step into the house.
A loud screeching screams, shocks the shit out of me, I look to where the sound is coming from and much to my surprise, Alice is the noise. Damn that's annoying!
Sitting in living room are faces I never wanted to see again.
Emmett, with a huge smile on his face, practically vibrating with excitement, next to him is Rosalie, ever the ice queen, glaring dagger at Alice,- What the hell is that about? - Finally Jasper seemingly shocked with his mouth hanging slightly open and an incredulous look on his face.
I spin around glaring at the two traitors; Peter still has that stupid grin on his face, while Charlotte has the decency to look ashamed.
"Fucking Asshole" I hiss at Peter and walk out of the house.
I'm seething with anger; I cannot believe he would pull shit like this. After telling them that I wanted nothing to do with Cullen's. Peter appear in front of me effectively halting my exist.
"Get the fuck out of my way, now"
Peter hold up his hands in surrender, pleading with his eyes
"Please just hear us out suga, if after that you still want to leave, no one will stop you. I promise"
I stare at him for a few moments, contemplating if I should, and what the best course of action will be.
"Please?" he pleads again. And for once, that stupid grin doesn't make an appearance.
"Ok, but the moment I want to leave, I'll leave got that?"
"Of course. Thank you" and cue that fucking grin!
He holds out his hand to me, taking it we make our way back into the house.
Peter leads me to the sofa closest to the door, and sandwich me between himself and Charlotte; Charlotte puts an arm around my shoulder giving me a small squeeze.
Silence descends, it looks like no one is moving or breathing, except me of course. I glance around the room, taking in everyone's expression, disbelief, excitement, fury. Quiet the cocktail. Jasper must be in empath heaven. NOT!
Unable to contain himself a second longer, Emmett shoots out of his chair, before anyone can react he has me in one of his massive bear hugs
"Belly-boo I missed you like crazy" he spins me around at vampire speed
"Cant … Breath … Em" I gasp out
"Oh, sorry Bells" Emmett sets back on my feet. I gasp for breath, while trying to stop the room from spinning. After a few minutes I look at his face. He's sporting a huge smile, dimples and all. No fair! There's no way anyone can stay mad at a face like that.
He pulls me in a gentler hug this time, and this time I wrap my arms around him too. "I missed you too Emmy" I whisper smiling as his entire face lights up.
To everyone's shock Rosalie makes her way over to us, she looks at me, smiling and pulls me into an awkward hug. "It nice to see you again Bella" Rosalie says as she releases me.
I must have been looking like a fish out of water with my mouth opening and closing. Did that just happen?
"Nice to see you too … um … Rosalie" I stutter. She laughs and returns to her seat next to an equally shocked Emmett. Taking in his look of utter disbelief she promptly smacks him on the back of the head.
"What?" She asks, looking around the room. "Is it such a surprise that I missed Bella?" When no one responds, she glares "Asses" she hisses. And just like that the ice queen is back. Well that was slightly disturbing.
I return to me seat between Peter and Charlotte, as an uncomfortable silence once again descends. I notice Jasper standing in the corner of the room glaring daggers at Peter and Charlotte. I'm guessing he had nothing to do with me being here.
Alice stands and makes her way to Jasper, putting one arm around his waist and the other on his cheek, trying to get him to look down at her. After several attempts with no success, she stands on her toes and puts both hands on his cheeks standing directly in front of him
"Jazzy" she whisper in what I'm assuming was meant to be seductive
He looks down at her as if he just noticed her appearance. She promptly takes advantage of his distraction and kisses him. She even moans for effect. Next to me Peter gags while Char growls. Jasper looks shocked as Alice releases him; she turns to look at me and smirks. I roll my eyes at her attempts to make me jealous. Even if it did affect me, I pushed those feelings down real quick.
Everyone either looks either disgusted or angry, what's that about? They are all mated couples so displays of affection should be the norm.
Unable to stand the tense atmosphere a moment longer, I stand and everyone's attention snaps to me.
"Well this was fun. I have plans so I should get going" with that said I make my way to the door as I turn the handle Alice has to go and open her mouth
"Finally! I thought you'll never leave"
Growls are heard from every vampire in the room. I spin around looking directly at the derange pixie, and smile sweetly
"Remember our conversation earlier you deranged psycho? I meant every word I said!"
She flinches but wisely shuts her trap and sits and sulks like a petulant child. Emmett, Peter, Charlotte and Rose all laugh at Alice, while Jasper scowls at her. I turn back to the door to leave
"Bella?" I look over my shoulder to see Jasper making his way over to me at a slow pace even for human standards. Probably trying not to scare me.