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BPOV
I walked out of the elevator and was attacked by Alice and Emmett. Jasper just stood there enjoying the show. How did Alice always know when I about to walk out of the elevator?
"Sooooooo!" Alice squealed at me as Emmett looped his arm through mine and dragged me into my office.
"So what?" I had no idea what Alice was referring to. Was she talking about how Edward spent the night at my apartment or how I divulged my traumatic experiences to him after breakfast or how he took me out to a romantic restaurant to meet his aunt that was also Alice's mother for lunch? Hmm. I wasn't going to willingly bring up any of these topics. The less she knew the better anyways.
"Don't play coy Bella" Alice snapped as Jasper and her entered my office closing the door and locking it. Uh oh.
"Honestly Alice I have no idea what you are talking about. Besides I have to get a lot of work done, I'm a very busy girl" I stated in what I hoped was an authoritive voice. Emmett started laughing.
"Bella...you just said you're a very busy girl" He continued laughing.
"So why is that funny Emmett?" I was slightly confused...but wasn't I always when it came to him.
"Ha ha you...oh...just never mind" And with that he slumped down on the couch and folded his arms across his chest.
"Ok...Bella I'm talking about how Edward hung off you all day yesterday and then waited around for you!" Alice shrieked. I had already had a more eventful day today and she wanted me to recount and analyse all the small events of yesterday! Oh boy.
"What about it?" I sighed; sitting down at my desk and opening my laptop.
"Well...did he kiss you good night?" She squealed as Jasper sat down next to Emmett and smiled. Great the boys had just willingly fed me to the shark.
"Um..." I wasn't actually sure when I had fallen asleep...but I knew he kissed me good morning. Was that insinuating something?
"He kissed me good morning" I muttered, flicking through the documents that were starting to pile up in my in box.
"What do you mean Bella? How come he didn't kiss you goodnight? And what was he doing with you at that hour of the morning?" Alice rattled off. Wow she didn't miss a beat and could probably tell me exactly what happened last night if I uttered another word. Should I tell her...or not...tell her...or not...
"BELLA!" Alice was waving her hand in front of my face frantically.
"What Alice?" I snapped, slightly annoyed.
"Answer my questions. And how come you didn't call me to get a ride to school this morning? What are you hiding Bella?" When did Alice become my mother!
"I fell asleep before he could kiss me goodnight, and he woke me up this morning and took me to school" I blurted out quickly. Maybe she would ask how he had gotten into my apartment...into my bedroom and...
"Why was he in your apartment Bella?" Alice smiled deceitfully at me. God she already knew and she just wanted me to admit it. But I knew just how to put a damper on her spirits...even if it caused me pain.
"I told him about my parents...and what happened to me a couple of years back" I whispered staring intently at my wall. I felt the tears building up but I wasn't going to cry...I had to get over it sooner or later, why not today.
"Why what happened to your parents?" Emmett sat forward and stared at me intensely.
"Leave it Emmett...what happened a couple of years back Bella?" Alice spoke softly and calmly. So Emmett couldn't ask questions but she could? Only Alice. I shook my head.
"It doesn't matter...it's in the past, Edward already knew he just asked me to clarify" I exhaled.
"Oh...you sure you don't want to..." Alice pressed gently.
"Alice I'm sure I don't want to talk about it no matter how much better it will make me feel" I stated forcefully.
"Ok...why are you back from school so early?" Alice bounced back quickly. I looked at the clock and sure enough school should have just ended now...how did she know I was in the building then.
"How do you always know when I enter the building Alice?" I asked curiously.
"Wh..what do you mean Bella" She stammered smiling slightly.
"Just spit it out Alice" I begged.
"You show me yours and I'll show you mine" She giggled.
"Fine I went to lunch with Edward and I met your mother ok! Happy... now answer the question pixie and no one gets hurt" I stood up slowly, kicking off my heels and advancing towards her. She blinked at me a couple times.
"Edward took you to meet Esme?" Alice enquired faintly. I nodded, pausing in my advance.
"He took me to her restaurant" I cocked my head at Alice as she started bouncing on the spot with a big grin on her face.
"I knew he liked you! Yes, yes yes yes!" She gave me a big hug and danced over to the couch jumping into Jasper's lap.
"Emmett, you owe me fifty!" Alice laughed as Emmett pulled out a crisp bill form his wallet and handed it to Alice.
"So you how many bets do you guys have going?" I smiled at them.
"Well between me and Emmett, six...Jasper isn't silly enough to bet against me but between him and Emmett there is eight" I nodded, of course they would turn the best relationship of my life into a game. Wait...Edward hadn't even asked me to be his girlfriend yet...what kind of relationship were we even in?
"Oh and to answer your question, the security guards and I always relay our information on you. They tell me when you're coming and I tell them when you're going...for your safety and stuff ya know?" She smiled at me sadly.
"Really?" I didn't really think she cared that much. "Thanks Alice" I replied kindly.
"You're not mad?" She sounded sceptical.
"No...but I will be if you three don't get out of here and let me work" She instantly jumped up and hugged me.
"C'mon guys let's..." She was cut off as my door swung open to reveal Laurent.
"Bella, you know I don't like it when you lock your door" He smirked at me as he walked towards me. Emmett intercepted him.
"How did you get in...if the door is locked that means Bella wanted some privacy" Jasper stated calmly walking over to my side as Alice stood behind him.
"I had a key made" Laurent shrugged indifferently and tried to take a step towards me but Emmett placed a firm hand against his chest. What the hell was going on here!?
"Laurent was there something you needed..." I trailed off as his eyes darted to me, sweeping over my body. Shuddering, I began to wish Edward was here.
"Why are these two here?" He demanded suddenly, completely ignoring my question.
"We work here, Bella hired us" Emmett shot back.
"She's the boss; address her as Ms Swan. Bella why didn't you consult me on this?" Laurent challenged.
"Because who I decide to hire is none of your business Laurent! I'm the boss as you so kindly pointed out. Emmett and Jasper are doing me a huge personal favour by accepting my offer to work here!" I retorted angrily. A twisted smile crossed his features.
"What position do they have?" He questioned smarmily.
"I just promoted them to my personal co-vice-presidents" I exclaimed as the smile fell from Laurent's face. "They will be answering to me and only me, is that clear?" I ordered. He inclined his head slightly as his face turned a dark shade of red.
"As you wish" He then stormed out of the room, slamming the door behind him. I jumped slightly at the loud noise and deflated as soon as he was gone. That man was truly terrifying...and I should know.
"Bella, would you mind if I worked in here for the rest of the day?" Emmett asked quietly as Jasper and Alice walked towards my door.
"I would appreciate it greatly if you did" I smiled at him as he flopped back down on the couch.
"Jasper!" Emmett screeched. Jasper walked lazily back into my office and frowned at Emmett.
"Could you wait here with Bella while I go get my work?" He bounded out of the room as Jasper walked in and took a seat. I wanted Emmett to stay but I DIDN'T need to be babysat. This was ridiculous.
"Jasper" I sighed exasperatedly.
"Bella please, Edward would never forgive us if something happened to you when we could have easily prevented it" He smiled lightly at me as I flopped back down and went to work. The hours trickled by and I finally finished going through all the papers in my inbox.
"Finished!" I jumped up punching the air joyfully.
"Perfect timing love" Edward smiled standing in the doorway. How long had he been standing there...and how long ago had Emmett left? Wow, I must have been in my own little world. I watched, embarrassed as he walked slowly towards me.
"Is it time to finish work already?" I asked; bewildered at where the rest of the day had gone.
"It's five-thirty Bella" Edward spoke tenderly as he wrapped his arms around my waist and kissed my lips delicately. He pulled back slowly and smiled at me before kissing me again with passion. I kissed him back; wrapping my arms around his neck, pulling him closer to me, if that was possible. We stood interlocked for a few minutes before we had to break apart to breathe. Silently Edward grabbed my hand, my bag and my jacket and led me out of my office. Unfortunately we were intercepted by Laurent. I shuddered remembering our encounter earlier today. Edward wrapped his arm around me and held me close to him, protectively. I gripped his shirt tightly.
"Bella, I didn't realise you were still here...otherwise I would have come and kept you company" He purred, trying to sound seductive. I felt sick to my stomach.
"I've been more than sufficient at keeping her company thank you" Edward growled.
"Yes well, there is something to be said about a man as opposed to a boy" Laurent quipped as Edward tightened his grip on me. Oh boy...another testosterone war.
"Possession is nine tenths of the law" Edward sternly responded turning to smile at me reassuringly. Unexpectedly Laurent lunged at Edward who, after pushing me out of the way, laid Laurent out cold with one punch. He fell to the floor with a thud.
"Oh my God! Edward are you ok?" I shrieked running over to him. He crushed me to his chest and kissed my head.
"I'm fine, are you ok love?" He whispered, pulling back and running his fingers down my face, staring into my eyes with raw emotion. I nodded and kissed his lips briefly.
"He's insane" I muttered shaking my head as Edward gently tugged me towards the elevator after scooping up my things that had fallen to the floor.
"Bella..." Edward stopped outside the elevator. I snapped my eyes to his. He looked worried.
"What is it Edward?" I replied quickly.
'You know I don't want to possess you right?" He sounded so insecure.
"It's fine Edward, don't worry about it" I smiled at him sweetly.
He pulled us into the elevator. We then got into his car and drove silently back to my apartment. He shut off his car after pulling into my parking space.
"Can I come up again?" Edward asked quietly.
"Of course Edward...you're always welcome in my home" I replied slowly. A dazzling smile soon graced his beautiful face. It took my breath away.
"Did I just dazzle you Bella?" He chuckled as I just nodded. We walked towards my apartment slowly.
"So what did you do this afternoon Edward?" I asked curiously after regrouping my fragmented thoughts.
"I spent some time with my sister and checked in at the office" He smiled at me squeezing my hand lightly.
"Sounds like you had a good afternoon then." I smiled back at him.
"It would have been better if you were there" Edward murmured kissing my knuckles as I unlocked my door. I kicked off my shoes as we walked in and Edward closed the door behind us with a click. I soon felt Edward's arms snake around my waist. I turned in his arms to face him and he leaned down and kissed me chastely.
"Can I make you dinner?" He asked, his lips still resting against mine.
"You already made breakfast and took me to lunch...how about I cook you dinner" I smiled.
"Ok, but I'm allowed to help" Edward kissed me again briefly before dragging us both into the kitchen.
"Hungry Edward?" I laughed. He turned and ran his eyes slowly up and down my body before meeting my eyes. I almost melted on the spot.
"Yes" He flashed me a crooked grin before opening the fridge. We ended up making spaghetti and eating it on the couch. I took the dishes back to the kitchen before sitting down in Edward's lap. He wrapped his arms around me as I nestled into his chest.
"Don't you have to go home? Aren't your parent worried?" Yawning slightly.
"No my beautiful Bella I don't. My father lives in England and...my mother died during Amanda's birth" He spoke softly into my ear.
"I'm sorry Edward" I whispered. He kissed my cheek.
"Don't be, I'm ok with it." I let it drop.
"What about Amanda? Doesn't she notice you're not around?" I questioned carefully.
"She is wrapped up in preparing for the pageant tomorrow, there was so many people in the house I felt like the outsider" Edward chuckled. I tried to stifle another yawn but failed miserably.
"Tired love?" He trailed kisses down my neck slowly causing me to squirm.
"N...no" I contradicted myself as another yawn escaped me.
"Go take a shower, I'll be here when you come back I promise" Edward helped me to my feet and gave me a gentle push towards my bedroom.
"There is another shower just down the hall if you want one Edward" I mumbled stumbling into my room. I felt a hand on my lower back.
"Bella, please be careful" Edward sighed as he steered me towards the wardrobe. We both grabbed some clothes and parted ways. After a good twenty minute shower, I dressed in a flannelette shirt and silk boxers. Alice would have a fit if she saw how I dressed when her back was turned. I walked out of my bathroom chuckling but my breath hitched as I saw Edward looking like the Greek God he was. He was lying down on my bed, shirtless in pyjama pants, his hair still damp, reading Wuthering Heights. Edward looked up at me and locked his gaze onto mine as I crawled onto the bed next to him.
"How do you like it so far?" I asked studying his perfectly chiselled face and body.
"I've read it before, but it's not really my cup of coffee" He closed the book and pulled me into his arms. I snuggled into his bare chest and traced the contours of his abs. He rested one hand on my hip and rubbed it soothingly while brushing the hair out of my face with his other. I brushed my lips against his softly.
"Goodnight Edward" I whispered.
"Goodnight my love" He returned.
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