I thought I'd release this quickly as there isn't many important things in it anyway.
Olivia's POV
I never realized how good sleep could be. I flipped out of my bed in vampire speed and walked on the balls of my feet daintily to my ensuite bathroom; stretching while I did so. This bathroom was by far the best in the Cullen household in my opinion; it was color coded black and white with tiles everywhere. I had a hot shower which im sure would have scolded me if I were still human and walked back into my new bedroom or so we thought. Let's face it; things had not exactly gone to plan over the last few days. Due to… recent developments, I may be allowed to move back home.
I sighed as I looked around the giant sleeping space. It felt odd, sleeping in this bedroom without Bella. I turned to my right to where her bed is and sighed again; it was freshly made and untouched.
Then, I walked over to our built in closet which was already stocked thanks to Alice and picked out an outfit. I ended up choosing a dark red strapless tassel dress which ended at my knees and my pair of black and white converses. As a finishing touch I added a black beaded necklace and matching bracelet. I noted then that the dress exposed my tattoos. Oh well, I can't hide them forever. I couldn't be bothered to do my hair so I brushed it a couple times and let it fall down my back.
Seven days since I was human now yet I still feel like me… the old me. These seven days had been spent with Jasper and Emmett trying to assess my ability to resist blood; much to their surprise I only had blood lust when I initiated it. During the last two days I had been able to take unsupervised strolls but today was the day that I could finally see my family. I craved to see Charlie, Bella, Jake, Quil… and Embry.
Embry. What I had done was unforgivable and I know it. All of the family, excluding Rosalie of course, had encouraged me to talk to him. I picked up my cell phone from my bedside table and finally mustered up the courage to call him again. Speed dial 2. Speed dial 1 had always been Bella.
Hey this is Embry, leave a message.
I sighed as I pushed my cell into my small clutch bag. That had happened every time I called Embry. He's avoiding me or he doesn't turn his phone on. It didn't seem like him though, which is why I was taking myself down to LA Push today for the first time since my change. I walked out of my bedroom and down the hall to Carlisle's office.
"Carlisle?" I asked as I strolled in even though I knew he was there. I had learned that I had to alert my family vocally as I approached them because they couldn't smell me. On one encounter Esme claimed that she didn't hear me either which was very strange. That was when I decided to consult with Carlisle, together we concluded that I had the ability to hide myself if I didn't wan to be detected; for now it turned on and off by itself. I hadn't bothered to try my power yet; all I could think of was Embry.
"Yes Olivia?" Carlisle answered me as he spun to face me in his revolving chair.
"I was wondering if I could take a walk… alone." I answered while giving my second father a sweet smile.
"Ok, where do you intend on going?" He asked as a small smile played across his lips; he already knew.
"I thought I could maybe visit Charlie and Bella then to La Push?" I said more like a question than an answer.
"You may go home but you may not go to La Push Olivia." He told me seriously.
Why not?
"Why not?" I whined and his expression softened.
"We have a meeting with the Quilieute tribal council tonight; we are introducing you as a new family member." He explained.
"Why do we have to introduce me to them? Do they know about us?" I asked pointedly.
"Yes, they know. We have an… agreement. It will all become clear tonight; don't worry. Then hopefully, you will be allowed on their land whenever you please." He told me ending on a lighter note. I nodded happily and turned to leave but Carlisle called me back.
"Olivia? Have you eaten your breakfast?" he asked me slyly. Since the found out that I still ate, Carlisle and Esme had made sure that I had three square and healthy meals a day; much to my dismay. I would totally live of pizza and fries but noooooo.
"No, not today Carlisle. I'm not really hungry for human food. I think I'll hunt tonight." I said, adding to end bit to make him happy, it worked. After that, I strolled downstairs into the living room to where Edward sat on the far couch; his eyes trained on a program that he wasn't actually watching. Rosalie sat on the one opposite him with a magazine in his hand.
"Im gonna go see Charlie." I called as I reached for the doorknob. Rosalie gave an 'uh huh' but Lameward shot out of his seat.
"Bella will be there." He said incredulously. Oh my god, he is so annoying.
"Yeah! So?" I spat at him. I knew what he was getting at; he was the only one that still doubted my self control.
"Don't worry im not gonna drain your precious girlfriend Edward. Isn't she? Oh what's her name? That's right Bella Swan. MY TWIN SISTER. You can go back to sitting on the couch uselessly now." I said like I was speaking to a five year old. Rosalie sniggered at him as I closed the door behind me. It felt good to be outside again.
As I approached the woods, I spotted a small brown squirrel precariously perched on a thin branch. I instinctively crouched then sprung for the kill; draining it quickly yet carefully to avoid a mess on my dress. Satisfied, I flung the disgusting carcass back into the tree and was on my way.
…
I felt the invisible knots form in my stomach as I turned my key in the lock, opening the door slowly. As always, Charlie was on his couch facing the television, watching the baseball. He didn't look as I vaguely remembered; he looked older and more worn.
"Hello dad." I called lightly. His face snapped to mine and he started scrambling off the couch like it had bitten him.
"Olivia, I've missed you so much." He whispered as he clutched me close to his cool body. He pulled back hastily.
"You're running a little high there Olli. You sure you should be home now? Because I can drop you back at Dr. Cullen's' if your not one hundred percent." Charlie babbled.
"Im fine dad although Dr. Cullen did say that I needed to go back later." I said, remembering the meeting tonight; I still didn't understand why we had to go. I hadn't noticed that Charlie was staring at me.
"Holy Christ Olli. You look different, radiant even." Charlie spluttered as he stared at me. There was a suspicious undertone to his voice. Suddenly, his eyes widened in shock. I was confused for a moment until I followed to where he was looking. Shit, my tattoos.
"Explain." Charlie said simply as he crossed his arms over his chest. I smiled sheepishly. At least he's over my change in appearance.
"I got them a long time ago dad." I groaned. His expression softened a bit; it seemed that he was pleased that I hadn't gotten them on his watch.
". Is Bella home?" I said as I backed up toward the stairs; changing the subject.
"Yeah, she's upstairs." He answered softly; still staring at me. I smiled at him again and concentrated on walking up in human speed. I pushed open our bedroom door a little too hard making for a dramatic entrance. The Cullens were right, Bella's smell was especially sweet but the bloodlust I felt stayed at zilch. She was sitting cross legged on her bed facing away from me with her lame headphones on and a boring book in her hand. I could hear what she was listening to 'Kashmir' by zed lepplin. Ok, I guess.
I decided to showcase my abilities and was next to her in a flash; making her jump. Her mouth dropped when she looked at me and I could tell that she was admiring my appearance. She didn't mention anything which I appreciated.
"Hey Bella." I greeted as I flung my arms open. She laughed and hugged me tightly, my arms ghosted over her just to make sure that I didn't crush her. She pulled back and her eyebrows furrowed.
"You're hot?" She said as her small eye brows furrowed. Hot. Embry's hot. Without Jasper here to curve my emotions I flew off the handle' sobbing uncontrollably into Bella's purple patterned sheets.
"Tears?" Bella asked as I moved my head slightly revealing a large wet patch. I nodded my head and spent the next half an hour explaining and discussing my predicament with Bella.
"So you're still you?" she asked pointedly. I nodded with a smile.
"And you're still you." I responded.
Bella and I spent the rest of the morning and afternoon together until I had to leave. I promised I'd move back home tomorrow morning.
…
I returned to the mansion at five and walked in glaring at Edward until he looked at me. When I was sure that I had freshly established my hatred for him, I made my way into the kitchen.
"Hey Esme." I laughed lightly.
"Hello Olivia, you hungry sweetie?" She said as she removed her stereotypically yellow washing gloves. I nodded my head with what im sure looked like a very cheesy grin on my face.
"Why so happy?" She asked me as she pulled out a container of cooked chicken from the fridge.
"If tonight goes well, I get to see Embry." I sang. What? No point in lying to Esme.
"That's great hunny. Tonight should be fine." She said as she was about to put the chicken into the microwave.
"No wait. Can I eat it cold?" I asked giving her the puppy dog pout.
"That isn't very healthy but I guess you could. Just this once." She smiled widely as she handed me the cold chicken.
When I finished the chicken, I danced my way up the stairs and back to my bedroom to change my clothes. Ok, so what do you wear to make a good impression? I mused as I spun around in the giant closet. Red? No too sensual. Blue? Hmm, maybe a bit bright. White? Maybe too on the nose. Cream? Perfect. I skipped over to the cream shelf and picked a strapless dress. It had light brown stitch at the waist and the top.
There was also some at the bottom; stitched into a tree and garden. It was pretty and modest; like something Bella would wear. After putting the dress on, I picked out a pair of cream heeled sandals, some pearls and a cream clutch bag.
After getting dressed, I walked downstairs and played video games with Emmett.
Thoughts?
So Olivia's going to a council meeting.
I wonder who she'll see there. *hint hint*
Pics of both of Olivia's dresses on my profile!
What do you think?
Review please.