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Bella

"I know. I'm sorry, babe."

It should thrill me. Him calling me that.

Instead, I glare at the ragtag group standing between me and my locker.

At least, they look apologetic. I mean, that's gotta mean something.

Alice is the first to approach.

She smiles.

I frown.

She falters.

"Bells ..."

"Ali ..."

"I'm sorry. We're sorry. We seriously thought we were doing the right thing."

"Well, you thought wrong. I really could have used my friends, and you chose this stupid boy over me." I point to Edward at my side.

"Hey." He pouts.

"I know. We were wrong. I speak for everyone in saying that we're incredibly sorry, and the next time you fight with your stupid boyfriend, we'll totally take your side."

Edward huffs.

I grin.

"Deal."

Because we're in high school. What's the point of holding grudges when I won't keep in touch with half of these people after graduation?