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Chapter 25: Boys and Booze

BPOV

Well that's a… weird message? Isn't it? I wanted to say, 'I long to know you', but I didn't know where to send a message or something.

The next day, the only thing written on the card is my name and 6776 at the bottom.

The usual work load took place on Monday. AB was surprisingly well behaved. No insults, just his blinding crooked smile that made me want to take a picture of it and make it my home's wallpaper. He was awfully good to me I honestly don't know what's up with him.

He leaned close to my seat during the meeting and I could feel his gaze was on me again. He seemed uneasy, like he wanted to say something to me. I don't know, but that's what I see. He seemed so fidgety as well.

The next day, he was the also behaved. He greeted me a good morning, sweetly, leaving me with my burning curiosity as he entered his office.

"Well that's something..." I muttered. I still have no idea about this… odd behavior.

Angela giggled. "No screaming or fighting between the two of you? Tell me about it."

I forgot I was by her table and she heard what I just said. "Very weird? Right? Two days in a row? What's up with his mood swings?"

"I don't know as well, but I'm sure he only has his mood swings with you, otherwise, he's still the same scary boss," Angela said as we walked into my office.

Otherwise? "Huh… that's… new." I said. I had no idea he singled me out. "Are you sure he isn't like that to any other?"

"Pretty much. Heard him yell at Ben yesterday. Anyway, here's the schedule and some papers you need to sign. Don't forget, we have a meeting at one."

I was pretty caught up with AB's mood swings on me. He's still so hard to read.

After lunch, we were headed to The Blaque Corp. and I felt him tense a little. I don't know what it is with Jacob or this building has on him that he acts like this every time.

Jacob won't be here until Friday so I'm sure he's not here. We got out the elevator and surely, Jessica doesn't work here anymore. James accommodated us and went through what we had to.

During the meeting, I felt AB brush his hand against mine. I felt a wave of shock and met his eyes briefly like he felt it too.

The meeting was done and all of us were chatting amongst ourselves. Edward wasn't as tensed as he seemed earlier. We said our goodbyes and walked to the elevator.

I was a few steps ahead of AB when I tripped on something. AB caught me, our bodies were pressed together and I felt a strong jolt of electricity, flowing through my body. I knew he did too because he had this same shocked look on his face, telling me he felt it. I was too absorbed looking in his green eyes and loving the way how perfect it felt when his arms wrapped around me.

He licked his lips and I did the same. I felt like our heads were slowly closing the distance between us when someone cleared his throat. I felt him tense in an instant and I pushed myself away from him. He stood straight and helped me regain my balance, our eyes, never leaving each other.

"Bella!" Jacob called.

I was forced to look away at the unexpected greeting. "Jake? I thought you were coming home this Friday?"

Was I just about to kiss AB?

"Got out of it early then I rushed here to join you, but you finished early." He kissed my cheek and hugged me, lifting me off the ground. "God I missed you!"

I saw AB's fist clench and it looked like his joints will be popping out anytime soon, as well as the vein on his forehead. His nostrils were flaring and his eyes were blazing. I hoped that it was because he's jealous…. But that's not possible.

Stop it, Isabella!

"Me too Jake. Now put me down!"

I stumbled a bit and the two guys scrambled to help me. I felt AB's arms around me as Jacob held my forearms. I had to resist not to lean onto AB's body. I don't know why I was torturing myself with this, knowing I could never have him.

There was tension between the two as they glared at each other. I hadn't notice that earlier, actually. I shrugged off the two's hold and stepped out of their glaring contest.

"Okay. So, we're going to head back to the office," I said so they could stop staring each other down.

Neither of them backed down, which is not surprising. "Okay… Let's… go now." I said to AB. I stood there awkwardly for a few minutes, occasionally looking over at where Angela stood. Impatience and annoyance took over me. What's up with the two of them? I want to smack them both at the back of their heads so they could stop this stupid staring down.

"Okay, we're leaving. Good bye Jacob." I said then pinched AB on the inner part of his arms. I tugged his arms so he'd move his freakin' ass. But before he did, he said, "Black."

"Cullen," Jake threw back in an instant.

They weren't like this before, what brought this about now? Jesus, BOYS NEED TO GROW UP!

Jacob turned to me with no hint of smile on his face. "I'll see you, Bells." He leaned and kissed me cheek longer than usual.

I felt uncomfortable with him doing that. It didn't feel right for him to do it in front of AB.

I noticed that my boss has stiffened, once again. I walked away without saying a goodbye to Jake because of me flowing irritation.

What's up with boys? Seriously! Can't they grow up?

I walked over to where Angela was and she shot me an apologetic look. I shook my head knowing she was silently asking what went on there.

We stepped in the elevator and I felt AB's hand graze on the small of my back. No matter how pissed, hurt or whatever, I am at him, I still can't help my body from how it reacts just by his lightest touch.

I hate how much he affects me. How can I move on if it's always like this? I hate it. I hate what he does to me.

"What was that?" I said as soon as the doors closed.

"What? Uh… nothing." He replied, disoriented.

It was a quiet ride down and I walked ahead when we got to the lobby.

"Isabella!" AB called after.

Again, with the first name! I sighed and face him, "Yes?"

"I'm sorry about… earlier. It was… Anyway, do you still have something to do in the office? If none, you could head home now."

I raised my brow at him, waiting for some kind of joke to come next. Really unusual of him. Even angela stopped walking and stared at him at his decision. "Are you sure about that?"

"Yes, I am sure. Why are you questioning that? You'd want to go home early, right?"

I gave up waiting for the punch line and nodded to Angela. "Okay. We'll be going ahead then."

"See you tomorrow," Angela said. "Yeah… We'll see you tomorrow. Goodbye."

"See you both. Take care, Isabella." He flashed his crooked smile and we went our separate ways.

I took a long bath, recalling the past weeks' events.

It hurts when I see him. Of course, that's a given, but then… the hurt is slowly suddenly being replaced by longing. I don't know why I torture myself stealing glances of him, thinking about the 'what if's. His mood swings are bizarre and I don't understand why he is that way to me.

I also don't understand why he acted so… aggressive earlier at Jacob's presence. Of course I'm hoping that it's because he's jealous, but that's not possible.

I fell asleep because the next thing I knew, Alice was splashing water all over my face.

"What the hell?" I jolted upright causing the water to splash around.

"Sorry about that. You weren't answering my calls. And will you please cover your breasts? As much as I love you I don't want that picture on my mind." She giggled.

I looked down and indeed, I was flashing her. I lowered my body into the water feeling the heat on my face. "Sorry," I murmured as she handed me a towel. "Thanks."

"Sure. It's okay sweetie, I have those too, only smaller," she joked.

"Shut up Alice!" I couldn't help but laugh at that. "I don't have big boobs!"

She rolled her eyes, "Whatever. Get in the shower, quick! And call me when you're done. Don't put anything on but a robe. Don't make a fuss." She sped out of the room without me uttering a single word.

I took a shower, not bothering to ask where we were heading. She's always been like this; she always gets her way. Sure, I throw a fit at times, depending on what she wants me to wear or if I want to stay home and be a sloth.

Alice immediately got to work after I showered. I wasn't saying anything until I noticed she made it a little thicker than she usually does.

"Alice, where are we going?"

She was putting lipstick on my lips when she answered. "To a bar. We're having fun."

"What?" I said and I felt something cold on my chin.

"Bella! Would you shut your mouth! Look at what you made me do," she said all pissed. I looked at the mirror and saw a thick line of red on my chin.

"Why are we going on a bar on a weekday?" I asked, hoping they'd realize it's not a 'bar night' and go to some place instead or better yet just stay here. Come to think of it, better go to a club at a night like this, not too many people squishing in a box.

"Oh don't worry about people. There will be lots of them." She said as she cleaned the lipstick off my chin. "Please don't talk this time."

I simply shut my mouth and let her do the talking. "A client is celebrating her birthday and she invited me. She said I could bring whoever I want; I figured, we'd want a girls' night out. There! Perfect!" she clapped her hands as she finished working on me.

"Mmhmm. And who is this owner?" I asked as I scrutinized Alice's work. She put thicker eyeliner on my lids, making my eyes pop out, a very light tint of pink of my cheeks and fire hot red on my lips. I love how it played out. I never thought I'd be the one to wear this lipstick's hue. It actually looked good on my fair skin.

I decided not to throw a fit since I haven't been out in a long time and I want to let loose just a little bit. "You're lucky I'm letting you off this time. Don't you think I forgot what you said the last time we were together," I shot her a glare.

"I'm sorry, okay? But do tell me, don't you love what I put on you?"

I can't deny it though, I look… fierce.

"Okay, bitches. I'm here with Bella's clothes. Aren't you do – " Rose stopped as she entered the room. I didn't hear her enter my apartment, though. "Holy mother…. Fucker!"

Alice and I laughed at her reaction. I wasn't expecting it, so maybe I really looked as good as I thought. "Like what you see?" I joked, batting my lashes.

Rose regained her composure and walked to where we were. "Don't kid around, Bells. You know how much I love to experiment in bed," she winked.

"Euwe! Okay! You win!"

She laughed, "Thought so. Here you go!" she handed me two carrier bags with some designers' name I don't know. "Exactly what you said," she now said to Alice.

"Perfect! Now, put it on Bella," Alice said. I pulled out a dress on one of the bags and noticed it was too small. "Uhm, are you sure this is the right size? And I think the cut's too low… I don't know…" I said a bit skeptical.

"Shut up Bells! I thought you were reinventing your style? Quit fucking and wear the damned dress! It's your size, now go!" Rosalie chided.

I knew the reinventing thing wouldn't come handy in a way, but what the hell. This is what letting loose means so I'll go with it.

I'm so easily convinced by the two nowadays.

"Oh, wait! Here, have some booze first," Rose handed me a bottle of whiskey.

"Really, no shot glasses?" I raised a brow while Alice giggled.

"Just drink from the bottle. You need a little nerve-wrecker so you won't doubt us."

"You know, I've got some shot glasses in my kitchen." I said. Rose rolled her eyes at me like I was some dumb rat or something and took the bottle from me. She twisted the cap and brought the bottle to her mouth. Her face scrunched as she swallowed the alcohol. "There!" she handed me the bottle.

I laughed. Rose truly surprises me all the time with her bold actions and impatience. I took the bottle from her, "Cheers!" I held it in the air before taking a gulp from it.

I felt the trace of alcohol down my esophagus and welcomed the familiar dizziness it brought. Alice followed and it continued. This will be a long night.

I put on the dress, we were all a bit too chatty because of the alcohol intake. I didn't bother on putting on a bra, since it's no use. I wore a gray and blue colored bandage dress that clings tightly to my body. It has a deep cut, exposing a little bit of my girls, just the way I like and the dress falls a little after my hips exposing a good deal of my legs.

I loved how sexy and not trashy I looked. Good thing I was in a good mood or else I wouldn't have allowed them to put me in this.

"You look soooo sexy! Oh my God! Boys are going to drool over you!" Alice jumped up and down. "Bella's a walking placard saying 'FUCK ME!'" Rose laughed.

"Thanks to you two and you guys looks hot as well!" I said. Alice wore a romper that also clung to her petite frame with a little bit of cleavage peeking out. Rose wore Daisy Dukes and a black blouse that hung perfectly on her; we'll anything looks good on the two. Oh, and we're all wearing killer heels.

Alice's chauffer drove us to the club. Good thing she's damn rich or else we'd have to take a cabbie. I was a bit self conscious as I stepped out of the car, feeling the cool summer breeze in my hooha. "Don't worry about that, Bells. You're fucking hot. Let it go!" Rosalie smiled.

Even though we had a few drinks, I trusted her words. I know she's trying to boost my ego and I thanked her for that.

"You ready ladies?" Alice asked with a smirk on her face.

We all looked at each other with knowing looks. "Let's kill this!" I said and we rushed to the entrance.

There was a long line outside and luckily we had grant to the VIP section. The club is packed despite being a weeknight. They smoke is pretty thick, people were swaying to the music and busy flirting. I took a deep breath, bracing myself for the night and hope we'd have fun, just like what it was in college.

We went to the VIP section and there were a lot of people as well, only on a spacious side of the room. Rose and I sat in the bar and ordered drinks while waiting for Alice to greet the celebrant. Rose and I had a shot when she showed up with a beautiful tanned and slender girl.

"Guys, this is Kim, the celebrant. Kim, these are my best friends, Bella and Rose." Alice introduced.

"Hi! Happy birthday!" I greeted and kissed her cheek. "Thanks for the invite. Happy birthday," Rose did the same thing.

"Thank you girls and no problem! Are you guys having fun?" She asked.

We were practically half-shouting at each other because of the loud sound system. "We are. The drinks are great!" Rose said.

We made small talk but she had to leave to accommodate some of her guests. She promised to get back to us in awhile, though.

The drinks kept coming and we're having a blast. It seems like I won't be going to work tomorrow, heck I don't care I'm just having a great time here.

Rose, Alice and I were on the dance floor and 3 quarters (and still counting) of the men in the club have hit on us. Rose encouraged me to hit back, but I found most of them disgusting, practically anticipating to shove their dick down my ass. I wasn't the one for that.

Some are cute, I'd give you that. But they looked young enough to be my brother.

If it gets uncomfortable, I feign tripping on my own foot and end up stabbing my heel on their toes, that makes them go away. Rose and Alice enjoyed my little scheme and said it would be a tradition the next time we go out.

We went back to the VIP lounge to rest for awhile. I took the liberty of ordering the drinks for us. "Nine whiskeys, to that table please." I pointed to the bartender our table so he could bring our drinks there.

"Going out on a weeknight?" Jake said as he put his hand on my waist and slid beside me.

I gasped in surprise when he gripped my waist to his body a little too hard. I don't know why people always had to sneak up on me. "Jacob!" I smacked his chest. "You prick! You scared me!" I said wiggling out of his hold, stumbling a little.

"Whoa! Slow down there, Thumbelina. Sorry I frightened you." He stood properly but his hands on my waist. "Vodka tonic please." He said.

"What are you doing here?" I said a little too sharp; my annoyance with hasn't waved off from this afternoon's staring down contest.

"My friend's fiancée is celebrating her birthday here and we're having a bit of a reunion from college."

Another coincidence? "Are you speaking about Kim? The birthday celebrant?"

"You know her?" Jake questioned.

"Yeah. Rose and I just met her, actually. She's Alice's client."

"Small world," Jake smiled. "Would you mind if I said hi to them?" That softened me a little bit. At least he's such a good guy he even wants to say hi to my friends.

I lead him to the table, and the drinks I ordered were already there. Rose's smile grew evilly as she saw Jacob in tow. "Hi Rose! Hi Alice!" Jake kissed their cheeks. "Mind if I join you guys for a little?"

"No!"

"Sit!"

Alice and Rose, respectively said at once.

I met Rose's eyes and she quirked a brow at Jake's hand which were on my hips. She winked at me and mouthed 'Go fuck him' and I flipped her off subtly by scratching my nose with my middle finger. She laughed at me and we took a seat.

We were chatting like there's no loud music surrounding the place. I kept on drinking and slowly noticed that I was sitting so close to Jacob's body that I actually leaned my head on his arm around me shoulder.

Jake moved his arm lower forcing me to hug closer to him and his hand rested on the curve f my waist. I didn't move, thinking I kind of liked being like this. I felt like someone was taking care of me.

I noticed Rose saw the shift in our position and smirked. I raised a brow at her, I knew she was formulating something in that head of hers.

"I haven't said a proper greeting to you," Jake whispered in my ear.

I leaned from and faced Jacob. "What do you mean?"

He leaned closer and I backed a bit, thinking he would kiss me on the lips but he passed by it and kissed me on the cheek. "That. I haven't kissed you on the cheek earlier."

I felt like I blushed at his bold action. I felt embarrassed and a bit uncomfortable now after he did that. That is when I realized that Rose and Alice are right. Jacob must like me more than I wanted.

"Jasper!" Alice squealed and jumped in front of him. Rose and I kissed him on the cheek while Jake simply slammed his fist on Jasper's.

"You here for Kim's birthday?" Jasper asked Jacob.

"Yeah. Half of the frat brothers are here, sort of like a mini reunion," Jacob chuckled. "I figured. I spent a good half quarter of an hour saying hi to them just so I could get here." Jasper said.

Jake saw my questioning look and filled me in. "Frat brothers… college. I forgot to tell you that. He was a senior when I came in."

"Oh.." was all I managed to say and chugged a glass of alcohol. Damn this stuff is good. I can't believe how small the world is. It's like the people I know are connected to everyone else.

"Is it okay if I introduced you to my friends now?" Jake asked.

I downed two glasses of whiskey, one after another before answering him. "Sure, I'd love to." I knew I was tipsy, but I still want to drink.

There are certain times in my life that I'd want to drink for a hell lot of fun. Rosalie and Alice were giggling like a bunch of high school girls and I know we were all on the same page. Well… maybe they're a few pages ahead.

"Mind if I steal Bella for a while?" Jacob grinned.

"She's all yours, baby! Blow her motherfucking mind with your motherfucking dick for me!" Rose held her glass in the air before swigging her whiskey down.

Jacob laughed at her, probably thinking she made a good joke. But knowing Rose, she isn't.

I muttered a bitch before I turned around and then screamed a bit when she smacked my ass pretty hard. "YOU GO GIRL!" she said and Alice cheered by whistling. These two are seriously drunk.

Jacob was still laughing as we were walking. I managed to grab a glass of whatever from a waiter passing by. I downed it in a swig. I felt good about the heat travelling down my throat to my belly. Immediately I felt its effect, my head felt a little bit lighter than it did.

Jacob was behind me, his arms on my waist. Good thing though, because I know I wouldn't manage to walk in a straight line if I were by myself. Whenever I was to be bumped, he uses his body as a shield so he would get hit instead. I liked it. It looked kind of hot.

Okay, I am drunk. I don't see Jacob as a date material. I giggled at that.

I saw Jacob smile and shake his head, probably thinking like I'm some weird girl.

Jake ushered me into a more secluded area where a long couch is on the wall and a long table. It seemed that this area was only for this particular group of people and they had a separate bar from the other section of the VIP. Maybe this is a 'VVIP' – Very Very Important Person. Yes? No?

I noticed that the guys in this area were all tall and posh-looking. They looked like they could be businessmen or lawyers by day, they all looked so clean and… hot… in a way. Just like Jacob and Jasper. There were several girls as well, but none of them looked trashy nor slutty, I was glad for that.

Jacob released his hold from my waist and turned my hips so I could face him. He leaned into my ear and I could feel his warm breath brush over my ears and neck. "Just so you know, these boys are rowdy. Don't let them get to you." Then he looked at me, "Okay?"

I nodded and smiled.

Maybe Jake as a date won't be bad?

Yes? No?

"Good. I'll be taking care of you anyway." He smiled and slid his arm on my waist and I leaned a little bit on his shoulder for support. Jake and I made stops by the bar so he could introduce me to his friends. I got a glass of some drink I don't really know what it's called. Jacob told me that everyone in this area's part of the frat with their dates.

I met about a dozen and I wasn't doing well remembering their names. All of them said I'm hot and asked Jacob where we met. I noticed some even flirted with me. Well I think Jacob too because he 'playfully' punched four of them who did. Finally, after small talks and teasing we were heading toward the couch where the good amount of people are at.

"Hey man!" Jacob tapped the back of someone.

They guy stood up shoved Jacob's head. I was hiding behind Jacob, pretty shy about meeting another of his friends. "Where have you been? You missed out on some fun!"

"Watch it man!" Jacob warned while chuckling. He pulled me to his side so I could be seen.

"Well, well, I see you have a great taste in women!"

Jacob rolled his eyes, "Jared this is Bella, Bella, this is Jared. Kim's fiancée and a frat brother."

"Nice to meet you," I smiled.

Jared looked at Jacob then I, then back again. A sly grin grew on his face. "Bella eh?" He elbowed the guy next him in a rush and finally he got his seatmate's attention. "What now Jared?" the other man said in a stern voice.

"Eh! Look here Sam. It's Bella!" Jared exclaimed.

Jacob and I had no idea what was going on his mind and looked at each other. I shrugged, not knowing what to say. "What's up with you, Jared?" Jake said getting annoyed.

I looked at Sam and something like worry shot in his face. I didn't understand that as well. He stood up and shook my hand with a smile. "Sam."

"I'm Bella," I returned with a smile.

"Sorry about Jared." He shot Jake and I an apologetic look.

"It's fine."

"Don't you remember me?" Jared asked a little too excited. Truth to be told, I was getting scared of him.

"Stop it," Sam warned. "You're the hot chick that stuffed Anthony's pretty face on his coffee, right?" Jared said.

Oh God. Jared and Sam were the ones who witnessed that. Oh please, let embarrassment leave me for a day!

I blushed, and nodded shyly. "It was… uh…."

Jared and Jacob laughed. "You did that?" Jake asked me in between snorts.

"Yes indeed! You should've seen his face. It would've made a mother fucking billions!" Jared answered for me. "This woman right there made my life complete!" They laughed harder which made me feel totally great… NOT!

I elbowed Jake, but it had no effect on him, whatsoever. They kept laughing and I saw Sam look at me. "Boys, stop it." he warned again.

Of course his boys were too busy laughing so I opted for my choice, which did stop Jake's laughing.

"Fuck!" he screamed and reached for his foot.

"Dude?" Jared said extending a hand to his friend. Sam looked bemused at first then a smile grew on his face, I smiled back at him, feeling smug.

I stabbed my heel hard on his foot. Just like what I did to the guys who tried to get in my panties. I didn't feel sorry and thankful that my drunkenness gave me the urge to do this.

Jared leaned in to see what damage I had done to Jacob's foot. I looked at Jared, "Want that too?" I asked.

"I'll go get some ice," Sam said trying to hold his laughter. "Uhm... No thanks. I... I'll go grab a seat for Jacob," Jared said.

Jake hunched over his foot, his other hand leaned for support on someone's chair and his other rubbed his feet. He didn't even apologize so I won't bother staying here. I'm here to have fun for crying out loud.

Jake grabbed my arm when I walked past him. "Stay Bella." I tugged my arm from his hand and glared at him. "Look, I'm sorry… it's just… funny," he shrugged with a smile lurking on his face.

"Ugh!" I groaned and walked away, but then again, his long arms go to me. "Sorry. I didn't mean to do that again. Please stay?"

I didn't want to but guilt washed over me as his lower lip was slowly jutting out. I huffed, "Fine."

We were waiting for the two and Jacob kept rubbing his feet. A hint of guilt washed on me. "Does it really hurt?"

Jake chuckled, "Maybe. Maybe not?"

I rolled my eyes at him, knowing what the answer is. I scanned the corner looking for a spot we could sit, luckily there was ample space on the couch for us to sit. "There's space over there. Come on," I slipped his arm over my shoulder so he could lean on me.

"You don't have to do that. I can walk," he said. "Don't be silly, I hurt you." I slurred.

He rolled his eyes, "Really, I can. It's just that the worms in my toenail were shocked by your pretty yet sharp heels."

He slipped his arms lower, to my hips this time and walked to the couch. We sat near the edge of the couch. I noticed the men pulling over one corner. I didn't know why, but they looked so fixated on something.

I took the liberty too peek at what was there. I didn't know if I was too drunk or my eyesight's becoming poor. I think I saw a familiar pool of strawberry blonde hair, draping across her back and arms. I looked down her body and long, smooth legs were displayed in front of my eyes. My knees weakened and suddenly I began to feel woozier.

She was talking to someone and I kind of had an idea who it was, but I didn't want to believe it.

"Bells? Why aren't you sitting down?" Jake raised a brow.

I was pulled out of my trance and I blinked a couple of times. Luckily a waiter passed by and I grab a drink from his tray. I chugged it down immediately and shook my head at the burning sensation. It immediately made me feel more light headed. "Jesus! What is this?" I said as I put the glass down.

God, maybe I should stop drinking so I wouldn't hallucinate.

Jacob laughed at me. "You shouldn't just get what's floating around, Bells. Now come sit." Jacob pulled me down and because I was drunk and klutzy I stumbled on my own feet.

I gave out a shriek. I wasn't able to hold onto anything. Lucky enough, Jacob was nimble and caught me. I fell onto his body, like I sat on his lap on purpose. Our faces were inches apart and I was a bit too stunned that he might actually kiss me.

"Thumbelina's so clumsy right now," Jake shook his head and laughed. I rolled my eyes at him and propped myself to stand up so I could sit on where I'm supposed to be.

When I looked up, my heart stopped. A pair of dark green eyes, blazing in fire captivated me, as his gaze melted into my chocolate ones.

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