Chapter 24

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Bella's POV

I sat at the head of the table. Edward was next to me. Everyone else was going about their own business. As soon as I finished the wonderful eggs Esme had made, Alice was standing in front of me, the top hat in her hands.

"Pick one for tonight." Alice said as she offered me the hat. I reached my hand in and felt around for a while. I grabbed a slip.

"Carlisle." I read.

"Yes?" Carlisle asked from the other room.

"Your turn tonight. For the talent thing." I said. Carlisle appeared beside me.

"Excellent, I have a great idea." He said, smiling a bit. I looked at him critically. He already had something planned and I wasn't sure if that was good of bad.

"Don't worry, love, it's nothing dangerous." Edward said reassuringly. Sometimes I think he was lying about not being able to read my mind.

"What are we going to do until tonight?" I asked.

"I know!" Alice exclaimed. "Let's go tell Charlie that you'll be staying over another night."

"Okay?" I said confused.

Alice flitted out the door towards the Volvo. " Come on Edward, give Bella and me a ride." Alice pleaded.

Edward stood in the doorway. "Alice get in here. It's sunny remember?" Alice who was starting to sparkle.

"Oops." Alice said and sped, vampire speed, back into the house. "I'll go change into my sun clothes!" Alice said before speeding gracefully away. I was prepared to wait but, of course, Alice was changed in a heartbeat.

She was wearing a hot pink sunhat and long coat. She had tight black jeans and pink and black striped gloves. Alice was also wearing black boots with pink laces. (see my homepage[A/n)

"Wow Alice. That took a long time." I said sarcastically.

"I'm sorry. I would have been ready sooner if I hadn't left my shoes in Jasper's room." Alice said seriously.

"Alice, don't you know what sarcasm is?" I asked. Alice simply smiled.

"Edward, aren't you going to change so you can give us a ride?" Alice asked. Edward shook his head.

"Why not?" I said. I started to do the puppy dog face Alice had taught me.

"Yeah, why not?" Alice asked, joining in my pleading.

"Fine." Edward grumbled. he flew up the stairs. As soon as he was gone I gave Alice a hi-five.

"Thanks for the help." I said.

"Don't mention it." Alice replied.

Edward's POV

We were in the car on our way to Charlie. I had changed into a turtleneck and jeans. I had a shady brimmed hat on to cover my face. Bella was in the front seat staring out the window. When we arrived at the house, both Bella and Alice got out.

"Aren't you coming Edward?" Bella asked. Her voice was quiet. I shook my head but smiled.

"I don't think it would look good if I asked for you to sleepover." I explained.

"Right. That makes sense." Bella said her head nodding in understanding. Alice grabbed Bella's hands and dragged her towards the door.

Bella waved back at me and turned to ring the doorbell.

Alice's POV

"Hey Bella, Alice." Charlie said happily. "Would you like to come in for a bite to eat?" He asked me.

"Actually Charlie, I have something I would like to ask you." I said politely.

"Ask away." Charlie said.

"Could Bella stay over another night, please?" I asked. I made my eyes twinkle with persuasion.

"Sure Alice. Just keep an eye on her for me." Charlie said. He patted my shoulder. "Are you sure you don't want something to eat?" He asked again.

"No thank you Charlie. Bella and I really should get going. We're going shopping today." I added.

"That's a good idea. Have fun." Charlie said. He gave Bella a quick hug.

"Thanks again." I said giving him a hug as well.

"Sure, don't mention it. Goodbye. Tell Carlisle I said hi." Charlie called as Alice and Bella left the doorway.

"We're in the clear...again." I said with a smile on my face.

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