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Disclaimer: I do not own Twilight but I do have the New Moon DVD finally!
I stretched my arms above my head causing me to slip down in the bed. I turned my head to the side to look out the window only to see New York covered in snow. I smiled as I was happy to be back for a while. It was only then that I realised that the party was tonight and things were going to get complicated.
Putting those thoughts into the back of my mind I jumped out of bed and went into my bathroom to clean up. After a relaxing shower I walked into the kitchen to find Leah and Jacob talking with Ez. I couldn't help but smile when I saw all of my friends talking.
"And then she almost fell of the stage!" Ez exclaimed making Leah and Jacob howl with laughter.
"You aren't telling that story again are you?" I asked as I grabbed a cup of coffee and a pastry that was delivered.
"Of course I was, they have to know the fabulous life of Angel." Ez giggled and bumped shoulders with me when I sat down. After finishing our breakfasts I explained what would be happening today.
"Okay, the hairdressers should be here in about an hour, as will the make-up artists. Then the stylists will come after they have finished." I smiled at Leah's stunned expression. I left the couple to themselves as I went back into my room to change into some clothes that would be easy to get out of later on. It was then that I noticed my phone flashing with a new message.
Good morning beautiful, I wish I could come and see you but Alice is organising everyone to get ready, 12 hours before we are due there!! Call me when you can – E.
I giggled at his text as I did expect this from Alice. I knew she was disappointed she couldn't join me in getting ready as I had stylists lending me dresses and professionals completing my hair and make-up. It was then that I noticed in his text that he said they were due there. I had completely forgotten to arrange a car to pick him and his family up. I slapped myself on the forehead and quickly dialled the car service I use. After ordering a limo to take them to the party I rang the hotel the Cullen's were staying in and sent a message to them.
Knock knock
"Come in." I called out towards the door. Ez opened the door and stepped in smiling wide. I had missed living with her, she would always make us do silly things such as making our own face masks. Egg is not a good thing to use!
"What's up?" I sat down on the bed and patted the spot beside me. She walked over and sat where I patted and then placed her arm around my shoulders.
"Missed you" She sighed and placed her head on my shoulder.
"Me too, but you've got me back for a couple of days." She sighed again but nodded.
"Marcus is here." She said brightly and sat back up beaming. I couldn't help but giggle and stand up grabbing her hand and running out the room. There he was in all of his glory. Marcus was a close friend of ours that who would do our hair and sometimes our make up for a big event. He was a lovely guy also gossiping about other celebrities he has worked for and wanting to know dirty secrets. He always dressed in a way to get him noticed. Similar to Lady Gaga actually.
"Isabella! My sweet Angel come here," He exclaimed once he saw me and pointed to the spot in front of him. I ran to awaiting arms and hugging him hard only to get the same thing from him.
"Marcus I missed you, I can't believe how long it has been!"
"I know sweetheart but we are both here now and I'm going to make you look absolutely fabulous" He smiled then clapped his hands causing the two interns in the corner to jump and get to work, setting up the make shift salon. Marcus completed Leah's look in just over an hour as she just wanted a simple perfectly styled messy bun and was now sat at the make up station. I just sat in the chair when my phone beeped.
Lunch? – E
I couldn't help the smile that appeared on my face but soon faded when I realised I wouldn't be able to meet up with him.
I can't sorry, really busy, enjoy tonight though! - B
"Wow I've never seen your eyes sparkle so much from just a text," – Marcus's comment caused my blush to appear, -"and blushing too, my my what on earth did that text say?"
"It's not what it said; it's who it's from." Leah called from the other side of the room.
"Ahh, a boy I see, I didn't know you were seeing anyone sweetheart" He said while sectioning my hair off.
"It's only recently, but things are complicated," – I looked in the mirror to see Marcus tilt his head to the side – "He doesn't know I'm Angel, which I find strange as he is a massive fan is actually her/my date tonight so I don't know how this will work out tonight." I sighed.
"Sweetheart you look completely different when your Angel, you look more made up please don't worry yourself, what is that boy's name?"
"Edward" I smiled and dreamed of seeing him that was until someone started shaking my shoulder.
"Isabella snap out of it" Marcus chuckled and then carried on fixing my hair in to flowing waves. Time seemed to fly after that as we were just waiting on the stylist to arrive with a choice of dresses. My make up had been done with a silver shimmer to help make me glow apparently. Finally an hour late the stylist turned up with around twenty dresses for me and Leah to try on, and 5 suits for Jacob. Many of them didn't seem to give off the right vibe until the last one.
"Oh my gosh, Bells, you look amazing," Leah gushed. I stood in front of my mirror swishing back and forth in my strapless symphony maxi dress, in Angel's signature colour, blue. It flowed beautifully down my body pooling at my feet. I turned to talk to Leah but ended up whistling at Jacob who just walked into our room and did a catwalk. While I wolf whistled Leah started whooping. He was wearing a gray Emporio Armani suit with a black shirt. He looked extremely smart. Once he finished his walked he kissed Leah's cheek and left the room. After much deliberation Leah's dress was chosen. She had chosen a simple one shoulder black dress that just fell below her knees. She paired it with simple black heels and clutch bag. She looked stunning and Jacob seemed to agree when he saw her.
I left them alone to gather all of my items together. The limos were to arrive shortly, Jacob and Leah's before mine and then me. I wanted to go before them but Jacob claimed he wanted to see me in front of all the paparazzi. I had organised to meet Edward inside. He was told that he was going to be told when I have arrived. I was starting to get nervous but before it could get out of control the front door buzzed. Leah and Jacob left soon after that and I was left alone in the apartment wondering around. I checked my phone one last time only to see that I had no new messages, this for some reason disappointed me even though I was going to see Edward soon it would be as Angel so I couldn't kiss him if I wanted to. I frowned at my thoughts but was bought out of my musings once again when the buzzer went.
I locked up the apartment and headed down the stairs. The driver greeted me warmly and opened the door for me. Once I was settled he closed the door and proceeded to drive to the venue. I was looking forward to seeing everyone again even after a couple of months. I could hear the screams before I could see the people. All too soon the driver had opened the door and I was climbing out to flashing lights and people screaming my name. I put on my dazzling smile and carried on walking down the red carpet. I paused now and again for some photos and signing autographs and soon I was in the building saying hello to familiar faces.
"Angel" I turned to the sound of my name and smiled when I saw Victoria come towards me arms stretched wide. She wrapped her arms around my shoulders and mine around her waist. She looked stunning in a purple Gucci dress.
"My darling, you look stunning as always, as does your date," – She winked at me while I tried to keep my blush hidden – "he should be around here somewhere actually, ah there he is, go to him." She pushed her hand between my shoulder blades and pushed me forward. I instantly went back into my Angel mode and casually walked across the room. Emmett had spotted me and nudged Edward who turned to watch me walking towards him. I stopped now and again to say hello to a few other models and sponsors but I finally reach the Cullen's only to see Edward frown slightly. Edward looked stunning in his suit and all I wanted to do was run up to him and kiss his lips to make him smile again. However I kept my cool as I got closer.
"Hello everybody" - I smiled brightly at all of them and got "hello's" in response – "Now who is the lucky guy to be my date tonight?" I asked sweetly.
"That will be this silent one here," – Emmett pushed Edward forward towards me.
"Lovely to meet you Edward, but I'm still disappointed Emmett didn't want to be my date," – I did a puppy face and could see Rosalie trying to hide her smile.
"I'm sorry Angel but I already have one gorgeous girlfriend and she won't let me have another" – That one earned a smack around the head from Rose. After some small introductions as we were suppose to not know each other I finally asked Edward if he would like to mingle with me.
"I'm sorry that I'm quiet," he said while placing his hand on my lower back to weave me between people.
"That's not a problem, things like this can be over whelming believe me I'm still getting used to it after 3 years," – I did a small laugh and carried on scanning the crowd.
"I don't want to sound rude but I was thinking about my girlfriend Bella, she's in New York as well but I haven't had a chance to see her, you actually remind me of her"- I had froze like he just told me his darkest secret, - "Do you mind if I quickly call her?" I didn't get a chance to say anything as he took out his phone, I started to panic and look around for some sort of distraction.
"Well isn't it Edward Cullen?" Edward paused what he was doing and put his phone back into his pocket and looked up to see Seth standing in front of him.
"Ah hello Seth, I um didn't expect to see you here?" He questioned. I just stood silently to the side.
"Hey Angel," – Seth leaned down to kiss me on my cheek and then answered Edward's question, - "Well I am a world known model Edward," –he joked-, "I didn't expect to find you here with this gorgeous woman when you have one back home." Seth smiled smugly while I tried to make him cut it out by slicing my throat and trying to not blush at the same time.
"I did try to get Bella to come but she's with her mother at the moment," – Edward answered calmly but I could see the tension in his neck.
"No worries, I was just coming over to say hello. Angel I shall speak to you soon," – After giving me another kiss on the cheek and a wink Seth walked back out into the crowd.
"Would you like a drink?" I asked Edward and when he nodded I lead him to the bar where the barman instantly came to my side. After ordering a couple of fruity cocktails, alcohol free, Edward and I sat down at a table only to be joined by most of his family.
"Angel, I just adore your dress where did you get it from?" Alice asked with a head tilt. Trust Alice to go into fashion mode. I explained that my dress was Coco Chanel and my stylist picked it out for me. We were just about to discuss shoes when we were interrupted by Edward.
"Why are Jacob and Leah here?" Everyone's head snapped towards my best friend and his girlfriend who were both talking to Ez.
"Which ones are they?" - I asked and Edward pointed to both of them – "Oh I think they are competition winners, something about a weekend in New York, make over and then coming here. I better go introduce myself actually; I'll be back in a second." – I smiled as I stood up from the table hoping that sounded believable. I walked towards my friends and wrapped my arm around Ez's waist.
"Hey guys, you've been noticed, shake my hand so it's like we're being introduced" – I shook hands and couldn't help but laugh cause it just seemed so weird. We chatted for a little bit about how star struck they were but I soon excused myself and headed back to join the Cullen's.
"Dude seriously cheer up, you're at a party with the biggest names in town," Jasper said punching Edward's shoulder. Edward turned to give him a glare but then noticed me coming and stopped almost instantly. I sat down next to him and took a sip of my drink. Suddenly the hair on the back of my neck stood up to attention and not in a positive way. I turned suddenly in my chair to see if I could see him. I could feel myself start to panic.
"Angel? Are you okay?" Edward asked touching my shoulder gently causing me to relax.
"Uh…yeah sorry thought I saw someone," I mumbled quietly, while Edward just looked at me concerned. Soon though I got back to my normal self and carried on talking to the girls. However an hour later I was dying for a pee.
"Excuse me Edward, I just need to go to the Ladies room" I smiled while standing up from the table.
"Of course" He nodded and then turned back to Alice and carried on talking. I walked across the room to the toilets and strolled straight up to the mirror to check my appearance. Everything seemed to still be in place and just as I was about to leave when the toilet flushed and the cubicle door opened to reveal Jane. A model that I have previously worked with but I didn't really like as I found her to be quite a diva.
"Angel, my darling, how are you?" She asked in an over the top voice, giving me air kisses on both cheeks.
"I'm fine thank you Jane, how are you?" I turned back to the mirror to touch up my lip-gloss while she fiddled with her hair in the other mirror.
"I'm perfect thank you, now the question is who is that mighty man that you bought with you tonight?" She asked while touching up her eye liner.
"His name is Edward; he's a friend of mine." I smiled.
"So he's single?"
"No, he has a girlfriend back home" I frowned at her.
"Pish posh, I'm going to go talk to him" –before I could say anything she had already left. I sighed and looked back into the mirror. The door opened once more and I turned to see my worst nightmare walk in.
"Ah Angel, I finally found you," He turned and locked the door to make sure I had no way of getting out.
"What do you want?" I asked pushing myself back into the sink, trying to get far away from him. I didn't want to go through this again.
"You know what I want Angel, you wouldn't give it to me last time we saw each other." - He stepped forward coming closer and closer I started smell his aftershave and the stink of cigarettes. I kept trying to walk back but I could not move any further.- "It's a shame your wearing so many clothes this time though,"- He frowned then shrugged and stepped even closer.
"Come on Angel" He leaned forward and grabbed my hands to stop me fighting back. He dug his fingers in to my wrist causing me to cry out. Tears started to run down my face and he reached up to wide them away.
"Don't. Touch. Me" I muttered darkly. With that he grabbed my chin in his tight grip causing me to cry out louder. Suddenly there was a bang on the door. I didn't realise how long we had been in here and I thought this was my only chance. I screamed out causing the banging to get louder but caused him to hold onto my face tighter and I could feel the bruises starting to form.
"Angel, shhh, we don't want to be interrupted" He whispered bringing his face closer to mine.
"Nothing will ever happen James," I spat into his face just as the door burst open.
"We'll see Bella" My eyes widened as he called me by my real name and bought my face even closer to his and I started to struggle.
"Bella?" Edward's voice shocked voice called out.
"Edward help me!" I whimpered as James kept getting closer and closer. But suddenly he was thrown off of me and I collapsed onto the floor in a sobbing mess. I could hear grunts and punching being thrown but I knew I couldn't look up from my hands. Edward knew he knew who I was and I could see that things are not going to go well after all of this is over. I heard the bouncers come into the bathroom and escort James out of the building. I was scared to look up at Edward, I was scared I was going to see hate in his eyes. I felt someone wrap their arms around me and glanced up to see Edward's concerned face looking down at me. His face was blank, hiding his emotions from me.
"Let's get you out of here, I think we need to talk." He helped to pick me up as I nodded my head. He wrapped an arm around my waist and helped me out of the bathroom. It seemed a crowd had gathered and many were asking if I was okay. But Edward politely asked them to move and soon we were placed in the back seat of a limo heading somewhere. I felt my body starting to get heavy and so did Edward.
"Sleep Bella"
That was the last thing I heard before I fell into a dreamless sleep.
A/N: I am completely sorry for the lack of updating. As you all know my Nana had an aneurysm and stroke over the Christmas holidays. Luckily she is doing extremely well. She has started speech therapy as she is trying to say words again. However it is pretty obvious she has no concept of time, and it seems that she does not have a short term memory as she doesn't remember if someone has been to visit her a couple hours before and sometimes forgets that there are other people there. However whenever some one turns up she gets excited and smiles. It's amazing that we still have her but I do go through days that I wish I could have my old Nana back just for someone to talk to and cuddle but that won't happen again.
I also have been struggling with my degree and the amount of assignments I have. I should be finish my first year in 2 months so I may have more time then to write. But I am also now my Grandad's carer and he always comes first in my opinion.
I am not trying to make excuses, I am just simply letting you all know why I haven't had time to write or update my stories. Hopefully I shall get into a pattern soon.
Thank you for your support and love, it makes me smile when I know people out there really care. I will not leave it months until I update, I will try to get back into the swing of things.
I hope you all continue reading.
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