Be my hero
Bella POV
Since I didn't have any suitcases or anything like that, it was easy for me to move in. And boy was I surprised to see the huge place they lived in. It was a big mansion that was covered in a crisp white paint, making it look bright and welcoming.
There was a forest on the outside of it, which didn't look scary or mysterious at all. In fact, it looked quite the opposite. The sun radiated off of it, making the rain covered plants almost sparkle.
It was almost…enchanting.
But it was no comparison to how beautiful the inside was. It was like a palace…The floors were white, the walls were white, even the furniture was white!
Well, white does go with everything… oh well, I wasn't complaining one bit. It was gorgeous.
"Wow…" I gasped, looking around in amazement.
Esme laughed delightedly. "Thank you sweetheart" I blushed at the sweet name, which I did every time I was called something nice like that.
"Come on, I'll show you my room" Leah said, grabbing my hand in a comfortably tightness, leading me up the grand staircase.
"Leah!" Esme scolded lightly, but still sounding amused.
"What?" Leah stopped pulling me, turning around. "Let her get settled first" Leah scoffed, rolling her eyes.
"Mooomm" She groaned, making a puppy face.
"Fine" Esme sighed, chuckling. I couldn't help but laugh myself. She was good…
She smiled triumphantly, pulling me up the stairs again.
"Oh my gosh, this is amazing!" I squealed as I did a slow three-sixty to get in the full view. It was a crème/beige color, the walls decorated with beautiful sketches and paintings.
A big window with a balcony hung on the right side of the room, letting in the light of the sun bright day.
A huge bed with scattered blue and black pillows and a black comforter were in the middle of the room, a chestnut bookshelf on the left of it, filled with trophies and books.
"Thanks" She chuckled, plopping down on the bed.
"Did you draw all these yourself?" She nodded, opening a magazine that was on the bed.
"Wow, you're so talented…" She laughed, blushing. "Thanks," she smiled. "But I'm not all that"
I beg to differ…
"Don't put yourself down. You're a very talented person" She smiled again, her dimples becoming very pronounced.
"Well, thanks" I nodded, looking over the drawings again.
One was a scene of the forest, from the balcony point of view no doubt, making it look far away and close up at the same time, a few birds and butterflies here and there, with a tiny deer poking through the leaves.
Another one was a sketch of a litter of puppies, with cute button noses and huge black glistening eyes.
Another one was simply an apple tree, but the details of it just made you wonder if it was a photograph of one instead.
We talked and laughed for a good while before Esme called us down for dinner.
After we ate spaghetti, we went back upstairs, Leah promising to give me the makeover ASAP.
I learned a new thing about myself again—I'm a klutz. It's freaking unnatural to trip over so much stuff!
It's like falling down stairs, when there are no stairs…
Anyways, I also got a real glimpse of myself in the mirror today. My hand automatically shot up, tracing the stitched up scar on my forehead.
It didn't hurt, but I quickly pulled my hand away, staring into my own eyes.
They were brown—chocolate brown and doe shaped, with thick long black lashes.
I had a heart shaped face, much like the other Cullens', except for Mr. Cullen, who had more of a chiseled face.
I know that I blush a lot, but I never knew I grew that red when I was embarrassed. Just thinking about it made me blush again…
My hair wasn't brown actually. It was more of a mahogany--brunette--brown. Weird…
It was very wavy, and curled at the ends.
My lips were a rosy pink, and very full. I was actually kind of…pretty. I guess…
Leah came back with an arm full of hair products, from shampoo to curling irons to hair pins.
"Okay, let's get started"
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"Oh my gosh…" I stared into the mirror, stunned. I didn't recognize this girl at all.
Her face was a glowing ivory while her cheeks sported a healthy rose look, her eyes were a light smokey color, her eyelashes beyond full and thick.
She had a light lip gloss, the look making her look sweet and innocent, yet fiery and sexy at the same time.
But what really stood out was her hair. Her once mahogany hair was now black with a few red/light brown streaks in it.
(A/N Hairstyle on profile)
It was really spiky, with semi-long bangs draped over the left side of my face, half covering my eye.
"You like it?" Was she freaking serious?!
"I love it!" I turned around quickly, wrapping my arms around her neck in a tight hug.
She laughed, but she ended up begging for air.
"Sorry…" I blushed.
"Maybe I should've held out on the blush…" She said, almost to herself. I just shrugged. I still loved it.
A whole new me…Marie Cullen.
Four Months Later…
Esme and Carlisle thought it would be a good thing to enroll me in school with Seth and Leah, and I didn't make one fuss about it.
I actually wanted to go. Which, you don't regularly hear teenagers say.
I brushed my hair, putting it in the same style it was in the first day Leah did it. It grew a little, so it was hanging down at my chin.
I put on a little lip gloss and mascara, and some hoop earrings. Leah wasn't a fashion freak, but she did know a thing or two about what was cool to wear, and what should just be thrown in a bonfire.
I put on a white button down with a black crop vest that went over it and dark blue skinny jeans with my converse.
I buttoned the vest and grabbed my backpack, running downstairs eagerly.
"Good morning Marie"
"Morning mom" I smiled at her quickly before going into the kitchen, fixing myself a bowl of Cocoa Pebbles—my favorite cereal.
After I finished, Leah and Seth were up and dressed, eating their breakfast of toast while I waited impatiently at the door.
"Can't I just go myself?"
"No Marie. You don't know your way around that well" I knew how to get to every place in Port Angeles and Seattle on foot and back, and I didn't know my way around? Seriously?
"Mooommm" I whined, crossing my arms.
She just chuckled, sipping her coffee. "You've been hanging around Leah to often…" I blushed, but still kept the scowl on my face.
"Finally!" I groaned when Leah and Seth finished, grabbing their backpacks. "Okay see yah mom" They said, Leah kissing Esme on the cheek and Seth just waving.
I went over to her and hugged her before rushing out with a quick "Bye!"
I was literally bouncing all the way there, which got me strange looks from a few passing people.
"No more Cocoa Pebbles for you," Seth laughed.
I rolled my eyes, slowing down to a walk when we arrived. It was a pretty normal high school, with a parking lot in front of it, which was filled by a few cars.
Leah was going to get a car, but Carlisle wanted to let her test drive first, so they're going out this weekend for her first driving lesson.
Seth on the other hand just took Carlisle's car repeatedly, despite all the punishments and groundings he's gotten.
I didn't care much, I had no problem with walking. It was good exercise and it didn't pollute the air.
A handful of students were outside, chatting and talking with their friends or mates or whatever.
There was this really pretty blonde haired girl who stared me down as I crossed the parking lot, making me feel self conscious.
And to make things worse, being all wrapped up in what I was doing wrong, I ended up tripping over my shoe laces, heading for the ground quickly.
Me and the ground didn't have the pleasure of meeting this time, but instead Seth steadied me, laughing hard.
"Clumsy, clumsy Marie" I blushed, which got deeper as I heard a group of laughs and whispers, all directed at me.
I kept my head down as we got our schedules, going into the -- to me -- new building.
The first class I had was English Lit, in room 108. Leah had History and Seth, Math. (Much to his displeasure, no doubt)
First I stopped at my locker, neatly placing everything in the metal bin before closing it.
I jumped when I noticed a group of girls were standing around me, each of them glowering at me. There were about six, which was a good even number for a "group"
"H-Hello" I said in a tiny voice, waving shyly. I jumped again as the blonde girl I saw from the parking lot burst out laughing, flipping her hair.
Why did that seem so familiar to me?
"Okay, since you're the newbie here, you need to know some rules. I run this school, and if you so much as try to come close to me, then you got something coming," She sneered, placing her hands on her hips.
Come close to her? Uh...last time I checked, she walked up to me.
I blushed, although I really didn't have a reason to do so. I didn't even know this girl and already she hated me? What the hell?
"Whatever" I rolled my eyes, trying to side step her.
Key word; trying
Her friends got in the way of that, standing in front of me with each of their arms crossed over there bulging chests.
Once again, why was this so familiar…like I've been through this before?
Déjà vu? Nah...
I had enough of their petty attitudes, so I thought it was about time I got to class instead of dealing with the artificial Barbie and her group of plastics.
"Listen, I was sent here to learn and I'm pretty sure that's the reason your parents sent you here too. So if you're going to waste your time harassing people like you are now, then you might as well give your parents their money back. And here's a little advice malibou, lose all the fucking makeup. It really isn't your color. Now excuse me" I said in one breath, side stepping them successfully this time.
When I was around the corner and out their sight, I burst out laughing. Their faces were priceless!
"Oh my gosh, that was so cool" I spun around, bumping into a girl in the process. "Oh, I'm sorry" I blushed. "It's okay. Hi, I'm Renee. Renee Dwyer" She smiled brightly, holding out a hand.
"Hi Renee, I'm Marie" She smiled brighter as I placed my hand in hers, shaking it gently.
"Nice to meet you Marie. That's a really pretty name. That was so cool how you stood up to the plastic freaks" I laughed along with her on that one.
"Where're yah headed?"
"English Lit"
"Oh cool, me too!" I chuckled at her enthusiasm to go to class with me. She was sweet, and pretty too.
She had short black/brown hair and the lightest brown eyes, and her skin was an ivory tan, her cheeks and lips a bright rose.
We walked to class, chatting and laughing the whole way. She was so funny, and she had the personality of a baby doll, but she was very intelligent too.
There was a lot of chatting going on in the room, so I guess the teacher wasn't there yet, so me and Renee sat next to each other so we can talk some more.
"Hey Ren!" Some girl said, coming to stand by our desk. "Hey girl, what's up?"
"Not much. Who's your friend?"
"This is Marie" I waved to the girl shyly, and she smiled brightly, waving enthusiastically.
"Hi, I'm Remmy" she chirped, smiling a huge toothly smile.
"Hi Remmy" I smiled back, but my teeth were sealed tightly behind my lips, the shyness making sure it stayed that way.
Her hair was a light brown with some dark blonde streaks, very pale skin, but still not in comparison with mine, but it looked a million times smoother and prettier, her eyes a pretty chocolate brown.
Her face was heart shaped, like mine, with high cheekbones and full pink lips.
"So, what's the plans for today?" She sat down on Renee's desk, playing with a button on her jean jacket.
"I don't know yet, but I'll think of something good" They laughed, and I suddenly felt out of place.
"Oh, sorry Marie. Were talking about some pranks for those plastic skanks" I bit my lip to keep from laughing while I blushed, looking downwards.
"Do you want to come along? We can surely use one more" I smiled up at them, and nodded.
"Sure," I agreed "Great! See you after class to chat some more" She got off the desk and into her chair across the room just as the teacher came in.
"Hello class, sorry I'm late. Traffic," He said, shaking his head. "Anyways, I'm Mr. Jack Collins. But since I don't like formal titles, you're all free to call me Mr. J" He smiled, going to the board to write down our first lesson.
The class went by pretty fast, and he let us keep the desks we were sitting in, which was awesome.
After class, we went our separate ways with a friendly 'see you later'. I went to History, Renee went to Chemistry and Remmy went to Gym.
I passed by Seth in the hallways who was hitting on a red headed girl, who looked really annoyed. Leave it to my naïve brother to hit on girls the first day…
I didn't see Leah, but I'm pretty sure she was lost in her own world, trying to get the day over with.
That's just how she is. And I for one don't blame her. That seems like the appropriate thing to do on a school day. Just do you stuff and get out.
I was so wrapped up in my thoughts I didn't notice a girl was in my path, resulting in me knocking her over with my clumsiness.
"Oh, I'm so, so, so sorry! I seem to be doing that often today. Are you okay?" I rambled on and on, apologizing repeatedly.
I didn't even notice that she was just staring at me, a blank expression on her face.
"I-I'm fine…" She whispered, her big sky blue eyes still wide. It was like…she was in a trance or something.
"Are you sure?" I helped her up, handing her, her books back. She just nodded before running off.
"Um…I'm sorry?" I sighed, running off to class as fast as I could. This day looked to be going downhill…
By time lunch came around, I was miserable. I saw the girl again, who was really little by the way, and when I tried to talk to her, to apologize, she always ran away.
What did I do wrong?
I sighed, opening the cafeteria doors.
"Oof!" I heard someone exclaim. Oh no…
"I'm sorry! Are you…" I gasped, my mouth nearly on the ground. Standing in front of me was the most beautiful man I have ever seen.
He had the most gorgeous eyes that were the brightest and most beautiful shade of green I've ever seen, his hair extremely messy brown hair.
(A/N BROWN!?!?!?!)
His face was perfectly chiseled and oddly pale. "I-I…um…" I stuttered idiotically, not noticing that he's been trying to get my attention for a while.
"I said don't worry about it!" He snapped, cutting me off my millionth apology. I immediately shut my mouth, shocked at his sudden attitude change.
"U-um…" I blushed a dark red, turning away from his blazing glare and running down the hall to the library, tears in my eyes.
So much for a good first day…
Edward POV (Yeah, yeah, he's alive…moving on!)
"Mornin'" Andrew, my roomate said, pouring a glass of OJ.
"Morning" I murmured, pouring a cup of coffee for myself. "There's no more sugar" I stopped the cup that was near my lips and put it down on the table.
"Thanks for the heads up before I poured the damn thing"
"No problem" I rolled my eyes, grabbing a bagel. "They're stale" Son of a bitch!
I threw the circular rock in the trash, leaving the kitchen. "Are you going to school today?"
"Why do you care?"
"I don't know. Are you?" I just rolled my eyes again, slamming my room door on the dumb ass who had the IQ of a demented old circus monkey. (A/N King of Queens joke...love that show!)
He lived in an apartment, so my room was only a few steps away from the kitchen.
Convenient
Very convenient…
I took a quick shower, enjoying the scalding water. It matched the memories in my head.
I hissed loudly as the hot water trailed down my back, leaving a trail of fire.
Just how I liked it…
I didn't want to close my eyes, fearing that the familiar "pictures" would haunt me again.
I just stood under the water, my eyes open despite the burning from the water that entered them.
I turned my face up to the facet, letting the water wash my face, my eyes closing unwillingly.
"You're my bestest friend, Edward"
"I love you too. And not just as a friend"
"Together forever…"
"EDWARD HELP ME!"
"Edward! Edward, please! EDWARD!"
Her voice echoed in my mind, my eyes snapping open, tears trailing down my cheeks. \
I promised...
I promised her I would be there for her, and I failed. She was dead. I know she is.
I couldn't even bring myself to say her name anymore. She was only her to me now. Nothing more, nothing less. But I couldn't help the memories of what happened after I last saw... her…
Flashback
After my sight was cut off from my sweet Bella I knew the world was over. My leg was numb now, and I couldn't tell how much blood I've lost except for the fact that I was extremely light headed.
I grunted as I was thrown against a wall, my head hitting the cold stone-- hard. But unfortunately, not hard enough to knock me unconscious.
I gasped as a heavy boot came in contact with my stomach, making me wheeze and cough, the air leaving my body immediately.
"Pathetic. Trying to be a hero and you can't even take a beating like a man" The sadistic clown laughed, sending blow after blow to my head and stomach until I was vomiting blood and half unconscious.
But one excruciatingly hard blow to my head took care of that, sending me into a deep "sleep" that I could never be taken out of.
End Flashback
I wish that was true, but it wasn't. I'm not sure what happened after that, but I ended up in a hospital, for a year, covered in bruises and stitches, driving the nurses crazy with my rants about 'I have to go back!' and 'I need my Bella!'
Of course, they just thought I was crazy, which lead to me being put on stupid drugs because I was "mentally impared." Which of course, led to that one insident where I was so fucking high I really did have a mental breakdown, screaming non stop all day until they had to hold me down while they stuck that needle in my arm.
I hastily wiped the fast flowing tears away, rubbing my arm where so many needles have been stuck in in the past. I remember when I met Andrew, who was a patient at the hospital as well.
Apparently, he had been mixed up with some drug dealers who he owed money to. But when he came up short, they nearly beat him to death before taking everything he had.
Poor guy...
But I guess it worked out, because we became friends quickly, and we both work, which got us the apartment. It wasn't anything fancy. Just a small apartment that fit the both of us, which sometimes became the three of us when Mr. Horny as hell wanted a one night stand with one of those sluts he brings home occasionally.
I puffed up my cheeks before blowing out a gust of air, shutting off the water.
I grabbed a towel and wrapped it around my middle, stepping out the still scalding hot tub. Passing by a mirror, I snuck a look, glaring at my once pale skin.
It was a bright red now, the skin peeling in some places.
Well, that's fucking perfect…
I threw on a dark blue shirt (With some difficulty, because the burnt skin hurt like hell) and some jeans with my leather jacket over it. I went back into the bathroom and quickly brushed my teeth, cursing when I got toothpaste on my jacket.
Why the hell did I even put it on now!?
"Fuck, fuck, fuck!" I growled, wiping the sticky white substance off my sleeve. It came off, but there was a white stain in its place.
"Oh come the fuck on!" I yelled, taking the damned thing off. I threw it in the closet and just wore the shirt.
I went back into the bathroom and put away my toothbrush and etc. I stared in the mirror, grabbing a towel to dry my still wet hair.
I dyed it brown a long time ago, angered at the memories of how much she liked it. I couldn't take it anymore.
And besides, blonde was just...no.
And if I settled with black, then I really would be considered emo as some say.
I grabbed my bag and went out the room, slamming the door after me.
"See ya later" Andy said, stuffing a donut in his face. How come he got the good breakfast and I got tasteless coffee and a rock?
"Whatever" I mumbled, closing the front door less forcefully, but still considered slamming it.
"Stop slamming my doors man!" I heard him faintly yell. I just smirked, grabbing my keys out my back pocket.
I have a crappy job at stupid McDonalds, where I basically get harassed by stupid flirty girls every freaking day.
So, after a year of saving, I got to buy my precious baby.
My silver Volvo.
I love my baby more than anything, which sometimes seems a little retarded to anyone who's passing by and sees me talking to my baby. "Hey babe, miss me?" I mumbled as I slid in the front seat.
When I arrived at hell, I parked my baby farthest from the others, just to make sure she would stay safe until I came back.
I slipped on my black shades, sliding out the car smoothly. No, I wasn't putting on airs. I was just trying to get in and get the hell out.
I rolled my eyes as I heard girls whispering and giggling, looking in my direction.
Get a life…
After what seemed like forever, I got my stinking schedule and walked inside the building.
Once I got to my locker, I just threw my stuff in, not caring if it was neat or not. When I closed the locker, I noticed a girl, a few lockers down with semi-short black/brown hair putting her stuff in.
She was wearing a white blouse with a black vest on top and some jeans. Odd enough, she looked nice.
Not like any of these other girls who's idea of nice clothes involve halter tops and mini skirts that could pass off as belts.
Oh, speak of the she devils, and they shall appear…
The school skanks piled around her, their arms folded.
When she closed the locker, she jumped turning around to face them. Oh, this should be interesting…
I couldn't exactly hear what they were saying, but I could tell that (as usual) they were pissing her off.
Ha…
After straining myself half to death, I finally got to hear what she was saying.
"Listen, I was sent here to learn and I'm pretty sure that's the reason your parents sent you here too. So if you're going to waste your time harassing people like you are now, then you might as well give your parents their money back. And here's a little advice malibou, lose the fucking makeup. It really isn't your color. Now excuse me" she snapped, side stepping them.
Woah, ho, ho, ho…the girl has a backbone.
About damn time those witches were told off. You know, its not like if they weren't so fake and evil I wouldn't get to know them, but its just that they remind me of a certain blonde and her slutty friends when I was living in the orphanage with…her. Can you guess?
I rolled my eyes, trying to get rid of the stupid thoughts as I slammed my locker shut, slinging my bag over my shoulder, stuffing my other hand in my pocket.
About halfway down the hall, I heard that annoying nasally voice I desprately tried to avoid.
"Hey Eddie"
"Bree" I mumbled, looking down at the annoying blonde with hate.
"Um, so…I was wondering if maybe you'd like to take me to the movies on Friday" Who the fuck did she think she was?
"Sorry, but I have previous engagements" In other words, watching Sponge bob re-runs while eating a huge ass bowl of popcorn.
"Oh come on," She purred, pushing up against me with those fake water balloons she called breasts. "We could…have a little fun…during the scary parts" She whispered, trailing her fingers down my chest and to my…oh hell no.
I pushed away from her, making her stumble a little from the lost of my presence. "I said I'm sorry, but I have other plans" I wish…
She scoffed, flipping her stupid hair. Got damn is that like the "popular" girls national anthem?
"It's with that slut Marie isn't it?!" She screamed, drawing attention. Who the fuck was Marie?
"Who in the hell is Marie? Look bitch, I have other plans that don't include fucking you! Now excuse me" I snarled, bumping her hard shoulder as I passed by.
More than halfway down the hall, I turned around, glaring at the stupid bystanders. "What the fuck are you staring at!?" Some girls gasped as they ran away along with the cowardly guys who were chasing after them.
I glared at the newly empty spaces for a bit before turning on my heel, stalking off to class.
History was boring as hell, as usual, and so was Math, but I was actually grateful when lunch rolled around.
I was one of the firsts in the lunch room, which was relieving. My appetite was on strike at the moment, so I just grabbed a soda.
I sat down at the table nearest to the entrance, dropping my bag on the ground before I slid into one of the chairs.
The lunchroom was getting full, which was my cue to go. The weird kids were already here, talking amongst themselves.
A big guy with short hair had his arm around a gorgeous blonde girl, who looked to be the kind who would turn her nose up at any poor person who dared to cross her path.
They looked kind of down in the dumps, but I didn't really give a crap about their violin stories.
Sitting next to them was a blonde guy, who looked related to the blondie who was hugging it up with the huge guy.
Sitting next to him was a short girl with short spiky raven black hair and huge blue eyes that were unbelievably bright.
But despite the brightness, she looked…upset? Nervous? Scared? I don't know. I can't for sure say what it was.
In fact, they all looked depressed. I tried to ignore it, but in the back of my head that familiar annoying voice kept telling me to go check out what it was.
But I just ignored it like I always did. What was I supposed to say? "Hey how yah doing I'm Edward, I shun everyone and I hate myself. How you folks doin'?" Yeah right…
I mentally rolled my eyes, grabbing my stuff to go. I didn't bother to finish my soda, or even take it with me.
Eh oh well, the janitor will get it…
For some reason, on my short way to the door, I kept wanting to look back at the quiet depression group, but I just looked down at my feet instead.
I was about to open the door when it swung open, knocking me in the head.
Perfect…
"Oof!" I groaned, holding my forehead for a little bit before looking at the dumb ass who didn't notice me on the other side of the door.
"I'm sorry are you…" Oh jeez…
It was Marie, the new girl. I never really saw her face before, but now that I have, I regretted it instantly.
It was too scary of a coincidence that she looked exactly like…her. Those rosy cheeks, those full pink lips, her sweet heart shaped face…those big chocolate brown doe eyes…the only thing that separated her from you know who, was her short black/brown hair.
"It's okay…" I mumbled, dropping my gaze. She didn't respond, or get out my way.
"Did you hear me? I said its okay. Can you move please?" I said, quickly losing my temper, like I always did nowadays.
"Hello!?" I growled, waving my hand in front of her glazed over face. "I-I…um…" she stuttered, finally coming back from La La Land. (Ugh)
"I said don't worry about it!" I snarled. She flinched, tears filling her eyes, instantly making me feel guilty.
"Um…" she started, but trailed off blushing as she ran down the hall, tripping a few times.
Just like…
I huffed, going the opposite direction, holding back tears as well.
Bella POV (Or Marie, whatever…)
Once in the library, I sat down in a chair that was in the back of the room, near two large bookshelves.
I didn't know why, but I folded my arms on the desk, laid my head down in them, careful not to hurt myself with the earrings and cried like a baby.
I didn't understand why I was crying like this over some stupid guy, but I guess it just hurt the way he looked at me. Like…like I was the most…disgusting and foul thing he's ever seen.
Thinking of him made me cry harder, my nails digging into my arms as I wailed quietly, courtesy of the 'be quiet' rules.
I didn't know how it happened, but I soon fell asleep, dreaming deeply.
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"Hey Bella!" Some boy with reddish-brown and bright emerald eyes called, grinning from ear to ear.
Who's Bella?
He ran towards me, pulling me into his arms. I went rigid, unsure of what to do. Then I noticed how small we both were.
About ten years of age, more or less.
"Come on, the others are waiting" The others? I cocked my head to the side, long flowing mahogany hair coming from over my shoulder, startling me.
This was how my hair was before Leah cut it…
He grabbed my hand gently, urging me to come. Naturally, I was curious, so I followed him.
I wanted to ask so many things, but I kept my mouth shut as he lead me to a group of boys and girls, some looking older and some looking younger, especially a really small little girl with black hair and blue eyes.
Like that strange girl from the hallways…
"Hey Bella!" They greeted, waving. I furrowed my eyebrows, cocking my head to the side again.
Who was Bella? My name is Marie…
"It's Marie" I said quietly, staring at all their faces, including the little boy beside me, who was still holding my hand.
"Come on Bella, let's go" They said, smiling. I took a cautionary step back, not sure if I should follow anymore.
"It's Marie…" I said again, a little louder this time, and slightly panicky. "Bella" The boy said, standing in front of me, holding both of my hands now.
He blocked my sight of the other kids, which I was semi grateful and semi concered for. I didn't like strangers…
"Bella, you forgot us?" The little black-haired girl stood beside him, looking upset. "It's Marie!" I near-screamed, trying to take my hands back, but failing
"Bella, don't forget," The boy said. "Don't forget who you are, Bella. Remember" The others came to stand around him, each of them looking upset.
"Remember Bella" They started to chant it over and over, scaring me even more. "It's Marie!" I screamed, trying to back away from them.
But the boy wouldn't let go as he stared into my eyes, his green ones seeming to burn through my skin.
"It's Marie! It's Marie!" I screamed over and over, but all they said was; "Remember"
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I sat up straight, breathing heavily. I rubbed my eyes, sure they were red and puffy, for there were still tears trailing down my cheeks.
"Are you alright dear?" An elderly woman with graying hair asked from the front desk. "Y-yes…thank you" I said, grabbing my things and leaving.
Down the hall, I decided to check the clock.
Oh my gosh…it was 3:45! I slept through all my classes!?
I groaned, running out the school building, into the parking lot. There were still some students in the lot, but not many.
I was heading for the side walk when my clumsy gene kicked in and I tripped over my shoe laces.
I whimpered as I made contact with the hard gravel, the impact knocking the breath out of me.
All around were little snickers and whispers, making me turn a deep shade of red. I picked myself up, dusting off my clothes.
"Nice coordination skippy" Some girl said, laughing. I instantly felt tears in my eyes, all the laughter and whispering suddenly getting louder.
I started to run again, but gravity decided to be mean to me again and I tripped, dropping all the books out my bag.
The laughter got louder, and guys started shouting things like; "Nice move" and "What a klutz"
The tears finally spilled over as I tried to pick up the books, shoving them back in my bag as fast as I could.
But I forgot to put zip the zipper and the books fell out the side. Frustrated and humiliated beyond all reason, I dropped my bag and started to run down the street, stumbling a few times.
Through my blurry vision I saw the black-haired girl again, with tears in her eyes. I didn't even want to wonder why she was crying or that she resembled the girl in my dream.
All I wanted was to get home and cry myself to sleep.
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When I arrived home, mom told me that Seth and Leah were out for a little, so that gave me some peace to my thoughts as to why I didn't see them in the parking lot.
She asked what happened to my bag, but I didn't answer. I didn't have one. It was the same for the question on how my day went.
I wasn't hungry, so I made a lame excuse that I was tired and headed off to my room. Instantly I went into my bathroom and took a quick shower, using my sweet strawberry shampoo that I bought last month.
Actually, I was almost out. I finished with a lavender conditioner and used my vanilla body wash.
When I finished, I shut the water off and grabbed my towel, wrapping it around my body securely before grabbing another towel, wrapping it around my hair.
I went back into my room and grabbed a baby blue tee shirt and some snug black cotton shorts.
I went back into the bathroom and got dressed. After I brushed my teeth, I removed the towel from my hair and ran a brush through it, placing my bangs to the side of my face to add finishing touches.
I was about to settle in for the night when I heard a knock at the front door and Esme calling for me.
"Marie, honey, someone's here for you"
Who could that be? Renee? No, she didn't know where I lived...and neither did Remmy.
I drew my eyebrows together as I got out of bed. I went down the steps slowly so I wouldn't trip, and thankfully I didn't.
"Who is it?" I said quietly, looking at the closed door. "He's in the living room dear" She called.
He?
I pursed my lips, quietly stepping into the carpet-floored room. I swear my heart stopped for a moment when I saw the brown haired boy from earlier.
"What are you doing here?" I snapped, making him jump. He quickly set the photo of me and Leah at the beach back on the table.
"I-"
"Marie, that's no way to speak to a guest. Sorry honey," Esme smiled warmly, but apologetically.
"It's alright" He smiled back, but it was some what crooked, and drop dead gorgeous.
Wait what? Snap out of it Marie!
"Would you like something to drink? Have you eaten?"
"Mom!" I semi-growled, giving her the 'don't you dare' look. "Well no, I haven't, but I just wanted to drop something off for your daughter. I'm sorry if I've interrupted anything" I narrowed my eyes at him, fighting the urge to huff and storm upstairs.
Who did he think he was fooling? That charm act was so fake!
"Oh no, it's okay. Sure I can't get you anything?"
"Would water be alright?"
"Of course. Be right back" Why did my mom have to be so nice? Jeez…
"Well, she's certainly a sweetheart" He mumbled, standing from the couch. "Yeah…that's the problem" I mumbled back, crossing my arms.
"Well anyways, I just came here to give you this. I haven't been in it but to replace your books and if you don't believe me, you can check. And I apologize for being rude to you earlier at lunch. I'm not the most…welcoming person" He chuckled lightly, but I kept a smooth face.
"Thank you" I murmured, grabbing my bag. "Here you are dear" Esme said, handing him a tall glass of water.
"Thank you Mrs. Cullen" He smiled crookedly at her. "You're welcome. Oh Marie, you found your bag?"
"Uh…yeah. Mr…" I passed a quick look at him and he mouthed 'Edward'. "Edward brought it for me. I left it at school this afternoon." She nodded, going off into the kitchen.
I don't know why, but as soon as I said that name, a tingling feeling spread through me, leaving goosebumps on my skin. I took a small deep breath, as not to draw attention, but to calm my nerves.
Wanting to relieve myself from the weird feeling, I turned towards him again.
I watched in unknown amazement as he drank down the full glass without spilling a drop, and looking incredibly…never mind.
He didn't make an 'Ah' sound like people normally do after drinking a lot, or even breathe heavy.
He just set the glass on a napkin before putting it down on the table.
I shifted my weight to another leg, crossing my arms again.
"Well, it was nice, but I have to go. Thanks for the water" He smiled crookedly again, almost making me swoon when he passed, but I kept my composure.
"See you, Marie" He mumbled, passing me another glance before he opened the door, and stepped out, closing it once more.
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