(Bri POV)
"Clint. You can't be serious?" I asked him a bit shock at what he said. Here I am trying to convince him to let Leah live with us since being apart from her for this long really felt like I wasn't complete. He looked at me shaking his head. He's technically in charge since he is the most sensible one and mature one here when it is needed.
"You know the rules Bri. I know it's hard, but you need to understand that if just let her live here. She might find out who we are" Clint told me which made me pout at him and give him the puppy dog eyes. There was a twitch and his eyebrow was twitching madly.
"Nope" Kelly said pulling Clint's face away from me. She knew what I was doing, and it made me a bit upset when she did it.
"Fine...I doubt it'll take as long as your two crushes before she finds out" I told them smirking seeing Kelly just shrug it off while Clinton had a small blush.
"So what's imprinting?" He asked quickly wanting to change the subject. I'll give him this one but next time he'll have no escape from the three of us and the teasing.
"Apparently it's like her whole world focuses around me now. It's not like love at first sight rather she knows I was the one for her" I told them which caused Kelly to snicker.
"Oh god. You're her soulmate, aren't you?" She asked grinning madly as I frowned. It was a bad idea to let Kelly know. Looking at Clint, hoping that he wouldn't laugh and all I saw was a small smile. Well, at least he wasn't laughing.
"Well get to know her first and don't rush anything" He told me which was a basic rule around here. If you're gonna date someone, get to know him or her first before anything else. It was a good rule to be honest.
"I know. No need to tell me" I told him rolling my eyes while going over to the Hologram table and opening a file. It was a hologram of a bracelet as the three went over to the table. The bracelet was a more basic version of our wrist tablets. It allows whoever wears it to change their appearance.
"So, are we any close to getting that thing done?" Bella asked us crossing her arms. Looking at Clint who was frowning since it wasn't even close. We kept testing different prototypes, but we don't know how it'll affect the Cullens.
"Not yet. We don't know what will happen if any of them wear it. We keep going through scenarios and tests but without someone to actually test it preferably a Vampire. We don't know what will happen" Clint said before he swiped it showing a building somewhere in Seattle.
"Here it is. This place holds some info as to who is running this whole thing. We know it can't be the monsters which means that someone is pulling the strings" He said as the Hit List was shown with only two names on it so far. Lycaon The Werewolf and Echidna, The mother of monsters.
"Echidna" Kelly growled out glaring at the image of her. I forgot that she has bad blood with the mother of monsters.
It was during our first mission as a team before Bella joined. We encountered her and we didn't have any way to escape. Clint told us to go while he holds her off. Kelly was stubborn and didn't want to leave. I pulled her out before she knocked me out and went back in. I didn't know what happened next only she walked out with a badly injured Toby. Looking at her, I can't help but wonder what's going through her mind right now.
(Kelly POV)
That bitch, I clenched my fists just wanting to punch her. She almost killed him and if I haven't arrived on time. He would have been killed. No one does that to my family, and I mean no one. When I get a chance, she will die painfully and slowly. Looking at the picture, it was just a reminder of how long she has before the clock strikes and she turns to dust for Good. I'll make sure of it. Clint notices it as he pulled me to the side and looked at me.
"Kelly calm down. I'm here alive" He told me trying to get me to snap out of it. Looking at him, I quickly punched his stomach as he held it wincing.
"Never do that again. I almost lost my little brother" I said to him fighting back tears not wanting to cry. He hugged me as I wrapped my arms around him.
"I can't promise that. If it means you two and all the people, I care about will live. I'll gladly trade my life to see it happen" He told me and I both admired and hated this part of him. The selfless side of him. The side willing to throw away everything just to see everyone happy. I hate this side of him.
"Fine. I'll keep an eye on you and make sure you don't die you selfless bastard" I told him pulling away smiling lightly. I punched his shoulder playfully and wiped any tears I have. We went back to the group and see Bella and Bri talking as we listened in.
"So, you interested in Edward?" Bri asked grinning while Bella rolled her eyes at her.
"Nice try but no. He's annoying and most importantly it's like he doesn't want to give a direct answer" Bella said extremely annoyed at the topic. Looking at Clint, he had a small look on his face before facepalming which made the two look at him.
"Nope. Not gonna deal with this. We have a field trip tomorrow to a greenhouse and I'm going to grab some sleep. I do not want to be part of this" He said rambling leaving the base. I raised an eyebrow and looked at the two before smirking knowing what was going on.
"Well have fun not sleeping Bella" I said to her leaving laughing loudly. Oh god, the next few weeks will be amazing. I can just tell.
The next day, we were at the parking lot. There were a few buses lined up and I was waiting for a call from Rosalie. Looking across the parking lot hoping that I can see her and seeing Clint hand our permission slips to Mr. Molina. I saw Mike talking to Bella and I wonder what they are talking about.
(Bella POV)
I was looking at the skid marks on the pavement and running a hand over it. Definitely, the mark was caused by a forced stoppage. Edward did stop it, but I stood up as Mike came over to me. He really hasn't been subtle about the fact he has feelings for me. I just didn't feel the same way about him and he needs to be let down gently rather than let him have false hope.
"Look! You're moving. You're ALIVE!" Mike said pretending to be Dr. Frankenstein. I shake my head amused when I noticed Edward arrive with Alice and Jasper.
"Yeah, false alarm and thanks for helping Clint" I told him knowing how he helped him give me and Bri some space so she can check me over.
"No problem. Actually, I'm glad you're not dead cause that well would suck, plus I wanted to ask you even though it's, like, a month away" Mike said which made my eyes widen knowing where this was going. I looked back at Edward who was talking quietly to Jasper and Alice. He looks up and he was probably listening to me and Mike from where he was.
"So, what do you think? You want to go? To prom. With me." Mike asked. Trying to figure out how to let him down gently and let him know that I wasn't interested in him.
"Um...Mike, while that would be great but I can't go with you" I told him since he really shouldn't be given false hope.
"Why?" He asked and I knew this was a perfect time to let him down.
"Mike I'm just not interested in you in that way. I just see you as a friend besides I promised the others I'll go stag with them if we can't all find a date" I told him since that was true while Me, Kelly and Bri have a small bet going on how long Clint will take before he asks Alice out to prom.
"Well, this is awkward then. I guess this extra ticket is going to go to waste then" He said which made me look at Jessica knowing that she likes him.
"Well, it doesn't have to go to waste. Why don't you ask Jessica out? She's kinda been waiting for a while now" I told him as he looked over at Jessica. Edward passes by and he was smirking. He was really pushing on how far he can annoy me at this point.
"Really?" He asked as I just nodded. Going over to my three roommates, seeing them looking at me proudly.
"Nice job on not letting him hope for anything" Clint told me as we got on the bus. Looking over at Bri and Kelly as they exchanged looks. It was time for the plan to be set in motion. Kelly immediately went over to Rosalie giving us a wink.
"So, Me and Bella will go sit together" Bri told Clint who looked at us surprised and was about to say something before we found our seats. Bri tapped me and gestured to Edward who was smirking. Well, he knows about the plan. What is he gonna do about it.
Clinton took his seat on the left of us which was a good thing since it meant Bri can record it. Looking back, Edward was talking to Alice who was looking at the empty seat beside Clint. So, he was gonna go along with this. I don't know if it's to help Alice or just to try and impress me. Either way, this is gonna be fun.
(Clinton POV)
They are definitely planning something. I don't know what it is, but I know it involves me and Alice. Shaking my head, I can't help but think of the pixie-like vampire. She's always optimistic and it really is refreshing seeing someone like her. Considering what we're hunting down, it really shows you that you can't always save everyone no matter how hard you try. There were even times where I think I became the very thing we hunt down. Alice didn't see it that way, she didn't see a heartless killer rather someone doing something right. She knows what it's like, but I can't help but feel remorse having to kill newborn vampires.
Every time I face one, telling them that it didn't have to be like this, but I can see it in their eyes when I was hesitant to just end them. They were pleading to let it end so they can't hurt anyone else. I didn't want to at first but learning how to numb your emotions make it easier. It doesn't mean I don't stay up at night wondering just thinking why they didn't get a choice. I tell myself that they were in peace now and even then, I could hear them before I bring the hatchet down that they were thanking me. It was hard doing it since I never like ending someone's life.
"Mind if I sit here?" A voice said snapping out of my thoughts and looking at who said it. Alice.
"Sure. Do you want to sit by the window?" I asked her as she shakes her head and moving a bit to let her sit.
"So why deep in thought?" The pixie-like girl asked. How can I tell her what's in my thoughts without telling her who I am.
"Just a few things. What happened at the hospital I" I told her trying to find the right words considering what happened at the hospital. Looking at her, seeing that she had a small pout, but it quickly turned into a smile.
"Don't worry about it" Alice said while an awkward silence fell between us. Looking at her, I can't help but just stare. She looked at me which caused me to look away before stealing a glance at her. She had a smile on her face.
"Why did you look in my notebook?" I asked wanting to figure that part out since it really didn't make sense for her to look.
"I got curious. You're usually jolting down inside that thing instead of focusing on class. There's also the fact you keep stealing glances at me when you would stop before going back to what you were doing" Alice answered which made my eyes widen. I kept looking at her trying to see if I can draw a good image of her, but I guess I got caught.
"Yeah well. I got the prettiest girl I ever saw beside me. How can I not draw it" I told her without thinking. When it registered what I said I blushed deeply while pulling the hood of my hoodie over my head trying to hide my face. Did I just really say that out loud?
"Thank you" Alice said happily. This only caused me to bury my face deeper into the hoodie before she pulled it back. Looking into her eyes, I always felt at peace for some reason. As if nothing in the world matter right now but her.
"N-N-No problem" I stuttered out. Berating myself wondering why I stuttered around her. That never happened before yet it did now.
"Can I ask you something?" Alice asked as I raised an eyebrow.
"Shoot" I told her making her smile which caused my heart to race.
"What if you like two people but they are the same person. What would you do?" She asked which caused me to pale. Looking over her and seeing a playful smirk come over her features.
"I'll find out if they're really the same person first" I told her truthfully.
"Great minds think alike then" She said making me smile. I know it's only been a short amount of time, but she became the light I needed to find in this world. Maybe I am falling for her, but I don't want to jump into anything not yet at least.
"What do you think of this whole thing?" I asked her since Bri was excited and was rushing for us to be finished since it meant she can look at plants that may help her on a project.
"It's gonna be fun. I was hoping we could look at the plants there together" She said which made me do a double-take. Did Alice Cullen the girl I may or may not possibly like just ask me on a somewhat of an impromptu date. Looking over at Bri and Bella who were grinning like they just ate the canary. I wanted to say no but looking at her. Yeah, whatever will I have is gone now. This was gonna be a problem since it meant I couldn't say no to her.
"Sure, sounds fun" I told her shrugging which only made her smile in glee and give me a hug. Yup, this girl is gonna be the death of me, yet I don't mind. Kelly is probably having a field day though.
(Kelly POV)
I was laughing in my head seeing what just happened. Oh god, I knew Alice was gonna make the first move then again can this be considered a first move? Eh, either way, I was trying not to laugh but I was shaking from it. Alice was breaking him down piece by piece even now she got him wrapped around her finger. This was just too good, and I am glad that I recorded it. Looking at Rosalie who was looking at me a bit tense before it faded.
"What got you so happy?" The Blonde Female Cullen asked but she already knew the answer to it which caused me to give a bigger grin.
"Well your sister just sorta asked Clint on an Impromptu Date I think" I told her which made her sigh knowing that what she heard was true. This is just too fun, now if only I could get Rosalie to be like that. Eh probably not, I prefer Rosalie just the way she is.
"I was hoping I didn't hear that right" She said annoyed while I snorted. Please, I'm more worried about Clint. He's just too innocent for his own too good and he won't know the signals Alice is gonna give him.
"Oh, come on, don't you want some teasing material on her besides I kinda wish you would do that" I told her while mumbling the last part but she smirked hearing it.
"Isn't that what this is?" She asked smugly before I rolled my eyes at her. This wasn't a date, this was just two friends sitting beside each other to endure this whole thing.
"No. Ask me out in a week and so then take me out on a proper date" I told her smirking at the face she gave me. Yup, that surprised her, I quickly took a picture and looking at it before getting annoyed. How in the seven fucking layers of the deepest parts of Davey Jones Locker Hell did this happen.
"Not what you were expecting?" She asked rhetorically as I frowned and playfully glared at her. The picture turned out perfect but the fact she looked like a model made this whole picture both better yet a fail since I didn't get to see her surprise face.
"No, but it turned out better than I expected" I told her smirking which only made her scoff. Now I can see why I like her in the first place.
"Were you really serious about the whole ask me in a week thing?" She asked looking at me while I grinned at her. It was definitely true since knowing our luck. That was gonna be how long before our secrets will be revealed to them.
"Yup" I said without hesitation. Looking at her seeing a smirk come over her face, I looked away trying not to blush.
"I never knew you like me" Rose said which made me look at her. How the fuck did she know?
"What are you talking about?" I asked her pretending to be confused while my heart is racing. Oh god, I knew she was the only one who could make my heart race. The others tried but nothing worked before except now. Bri and Bella were looking at me with Bella with her phone out.
"Don't pretend and I know you're irritated with Bella. I can tell by your eyes" She said which made my eyes widen. You got to be kidding me, she can pick that up by how my eyes show it. Well, that just one more thing I need to work on.
"You're right on both but I'm not that easy beautiful. You gotta work for it" I said to her flirting which only made her smirk.
"Challenge accepted Kelly" She said while a comfortable silence fell between us. I was right about something though, this was gonna be an interesting week.
(Bella POV)
We arrived at the Greenhouse while Mr. Molina and a Tour Guide were leading us and several other kids through the greenhouse. I keep an eye on Edward before shaking my head wondering why I should even bother. Mr. Molina was demonstrating a compost machine.
"Come on Eric, stuff that compost down deep. That's it" He said as the machine gurgles and spins. Mr. Molina pours a liquid into a cup and handed it to Tyler.
"Now Tyler, take a big steaming cup of compost tea. This is recycling at its most basic level. Hey, don't drink that" Mr. Molina said chasing after him. I saw Edward alone before looking around. Clint and Alice were looking at another plan and seems to be talking, Kelly seems to be looking at different flowers before taking a small one and putting it on Rosalie's ear and Bri was looking at the plants while holding her tablet in another hand.
"Hello, Edward. Really?" I said walking up to him smirking before getting annoyed. He was clenching his hands into fists before unclenching it. Just what is his problem when I talk to him. Seeing that he wasn't gonna talk, I turned away to join Bri.
"What's in Jacksonville?" He asked making me stop. So, he chooses to talk after all. Well since did we operate on his time.
"How did you know about that?" I asked him crossing my arms looking at him waiting for an answer.
"You didn't answer my question" He said. Is he really trying to get some sort of rise out of me or something. Nice try but it won't work.
"Neither did you or any of my other questions. You haven't even said hello. I thought you have better manners" I told him smirking enjoying this.
"Hello" He said while looking at Clint he shakes his head as Bri and Kelly looked at me with one common thought between us. Keep the act up for now.
"So how did you stop the van?" I asked him curiously while letting him know he needs to answer this one.
"Adrenaline rush. Very common. Google it" He said. That was good and he deserves a point for that but if he thinks I'm backing this he's got another thing coming.
"Floridians. That's what's in Jacksonville" I told him smirking turning away to leave before tripping over an irrigation hose. Getting ready to catch myself but it never came. Looking at why it was apparently Edward who steadies me.
"It helps if you actually watch where you put your feet" He said which just irritates me. Shaking my head and started walking. He keeps pace which just annoys me further. First, he doesn't want to talk to me and now I'm leaving he wants to keep me company.
"I know I've been rude, but it's for the best" He said and that made me give him a look like he was crazy. Sure, he was a vampire, but he isn't that dangerous and so is his family. Jessica rushed up to me excitedly.
"Guess who just asked me to prom!" Jessica said excited while I smiled at her. Good for Mike that he is moving on right now.
"I totally thought Mike was going to ask you, Bella. Is it gonna be weird?" She asked me as I shake my head at her. It would not be weird at all since me and him are just friends and always will be.
"Not in the slightest. You guys are great together besides I never see him in that way anyway" I answered as she just smiled excited before rushing to catch up with Angela.
Shaking my head, a bit amused, I headed out of the greenhouse and seeing everyone looking at the Compost Worm Box, grossing each other out with slimy creates. I just walked by it looking at it before shrugging. I've seen worse monsters with grosser features. Edward steps up and I can't help but wonder what he wants now.
"Bella, it would be better if we weren't friends" He said which made raised an eyebrow. When did we become friends, did I miss some sort of memo that never came.
"We're friends since when? You didn't have to save me. I bet you even regret it since you have to this now" I told him scoffing, extremely annoyed at how he is acting.
"You think I regret saving you" He said snapping at me angrily making me stand my ground glaring at him.
"Well, it sure seems like it. I bet you even just did it so you think I would fall for you. Not happening" I told him furious at him. Seeing him getting furious won't make me back down. Spending time with the Hunters, it tends to make you unafraid of a few things.
"You don't know anything" He said and I was about to give another snarky comment before Kelly stepped in between us trying to diffuse them.
"Alright enough of that Eddie Boy. Don't want you to turn red now do we?" She said tauntingly smirking at him which only irritated him further.
"I know you're her friend but this between me and Bella. So back off" He said which only made Kelly look at him bored like he didn't even challenge.
"I'm sorry I don't speak hetero language" She said crossing her arms smirking with amusement shining in her eyes. Clinton and Alice appeared between us which made me sigh in relief. He was one of the more mature person between the four of us when it's needed.
"Alright you three, break it up, and let's calm down. No need to cause a scene" Clinton said while Alice looks at me curiously.
"He's right besides the bus is leaving. Hi, Bella right? Will you be joining us?" Alice said before turning to me curiously.
"No. Our bus is full" Edward said purposefully walks Alice away while she gave Clint an apologetic look who nodded in understanding while Edward glanced at me with remorse. Yeah, my head is definitely playing tricks with me.
We got back to our house while we sat down in the living room while our pets greeted us and Bri gently picked Rumi up before sitting down on the couch. Clinton laid down on the carpet not wanting to get up while Ghost licked his face before laying down on top of him, Oreo sat down on Kelly's lap while Littenpaw curled up on my lap.
"I don't want to do anything right now" Clint said lazily which was a surprise for me. He was usually one of the more active members and the leader. He's usually the one doing something when the rest of us are not up to it.
"Same" Kelly and Bri said at the same time which only left me to go out on patrol tonight if a monster attack. Honestly, it might be good to get some of this frustration out on some unfortunate monster.
"I'll go out tonight besides I need to let out some frustration and not that kind Kelly" I said before looking at Kelly who was pouting since she had a perfect setup to a joke.
We just ordered takeout for the night since we didn't feel like cooking anything while putting some food in the pet's bowls. We went down to the base with Clint heading to the training room. I suited up and slipped my mask on letting it come to life.
"Alright. Let me just scan the area" Bri said typing on the computer quickly. It quickly picked up on a monster while I slipped some mags in my Uzi and putting them into their holsters.
"Wish me luck" I told them leaving to the garage while twirling around my keys. I didn't bother asking what the monster is since either way it was gonna get destroyed by the end of the night. Walking up to my car and running a hand over the hood. This car had seen a bit with me and got dented while I tried to fix it. Getting into my Maserati Spyder and revved it up before leaving the garage.
Driving around the edge of the forest where the monster is. I found a place to park and got out of the car while pulling out my twin Sais. Running around while activating my secondary power known as Senses. It was something that came up when we were doing a mission. It lets me be aware of what's happening around me for ten meters. It's pretty useful but leaving it on for a long time drains me quickly. So I prefer using it in bursts but even then I can only use five bursts before I feel exhaustion. The monster is pretty near which is pretty great.
Better make this quick since we are going to watch the video of Clint and Alice talking. Running faster, I saw the monster which was a Cyclops going through the forest trying to reach the town. Finally, time to get some hits in and let this anger out. Immediately pulling out my two Uzis, I started firing at the cyclops who yelled in pain.
"Let's go Big guy" I told him feeling the adrenaline start to go through my veins. Quickly swapping my guns for my sword. I quickly dodged its club before landing a strike on his arm. Standing up, I let the energy inside me bubble up getting ready to use my Medusa stare.
"Come on. I thought you were tough" I taunted him as it yelled angrily charging at me before I climbed up a tree and burying my sword into his shoulder as it roared in pain and fell on his knees. I quickly pulled out my sais and started hitting him with quick and precise cuts. I felt the energy stop building up and my eyes glow green.
"Game Over" I whispered quickly going to his head and making him stare as I released the stare at him turning him into stone. I took out my sword and landed a heavy strike making him turn to dust. Rolling my shoulders and looking at the moon in the sky.
Slowly walking to the car and enjoying the silence of the night. My thoughts begin to wander on what happened. Just how close are they trying to keep their secret. Alice and Rosalie seem to be getting close to Clint and Kelly yet how come Edward doesn't do the same when it comes to me. That thought made me stop in my tracks, why did that bother me. He annoys the crap out of me, yet I understand why he doesn't want to be friends.
"Okay stop now" I said to myself. Just what am I thinking. I'm not like the rest of the girls who fall for him. Sure he may be good looking but otherwise, I really don't see why they like him. They don't know him that went well. They don't see someone trying to hide the fact he's a vampire, someone trying to protect his family and someone trying to live a normal life.
Oh god, please don't tell me what I think it is. I cannot be falling for someone that annoys the living life out of me. It just can't be possible. Sure we may have spent some time together but otherwise than that he was extremely rude and just seemed so off. It's so frustrating yet I can't help but think of how he's trying to at least push me away to keep me safe. It was sweet but I don't need protection considering what I faced before. Letting out a sigh, I stop and just try to know what I'm feeling.
"Why do you keep annoying me even when you're not around" I whispered shaking my head before walking again and reaching my car and got in. Driving back to Base and arriving there with some time to spare. I see Bri was gone probably off to see Leah and I see Kelly working on her car.
"So how did it go?" She asked me which surprised me since she was under the Humvee. How did she even know I was here before I was better off not knowing.
"It went well. Got some time to think of a few things but nothing too serious" I told her shrugging. She got out of the Humvee and looked at me with a raised eyebrow.
"Okay, what is it?" She asked me which surprised me before realizing why she wanted to know. She just needed some teasing material from me since she got some on Clint and Bri.
"Yeah, not a chance" I told her going to the locker room as she followed me smirking. Kelly knows and is just trying to get the answer out of me.
"Oh, what's this. Is someone having feelings for someone?" She asked me which made me freeze. I don't even know what these feelings are for that Cullen.
"Don't look deep into it" I told her changing out of my outfit and slipping some comfortable sweats on.
"That's a yes. So, Eddie Boy finally got to you huh?" She asked practically grinning like a cat who ate the canary.
"Please he annoys me to no end with his answers. Sure, he may got a good reason but damn it does he make it frustrating with his answers. He likes he has mood swings with the way he acts. Don't even get me started on his looks and how he thinks I'll fall for him. Not gonna happen. Not yet at least" I told her before stopping. Did I just say not yet which meant that I am falling for him. Looking at Kelly, panicking as she had a massive grin on his face.
"Allow me" She said before punching my shoulder and making me wince. Yup, definitely not dreaming. Well, this is great, I'm apparently falling for the guy who annoys me the most. It's better if I don't think about this for now.
"Thanks" I mumbled rubbing my shoulder while Kelly just smiled before rushing off to who knows where before I heard something.
"Kelly. What are you doing? Why are you running towards me? KELLY NO!" He shouted panicking as if she was gonna do something which she probably will.
"KELLY YES!" She shouted back before I heard some things falling and crashing onto the floor followed by something breaking. Better go check it out, rushing over there I just saw Kelly laying on top of Clinton who seemed to be out of it.
"Alright alright here" He said handing Kelly five dollars while she took it happily. Did I miss something happen between them.
"What's going on?" I asked them confused before they look at me as Kelly hit Clinton as he let out a small wince. Just what are they hiding from me.
"Okay Okay. We made a bet on how long before you realize you like Edward" He told me before I look at him annoyed as he stood up. I kicked him in the shin for that one making him jump and hold it. Kelly was laughing before I hit her on the head making her look at me annoyed.
"Alright, I get it. Now, who wants to bet on how long before Leah finds out?" She asked holding out a notebook before me and Clint exchanged looks before placing our bets. It's gonna happen tomorrow. I just know it.
Looking at them as Bri came back none the wiser about our bet. She handed Kelly five dollars making me pout before shrugging. I'm glad I met them and joined the team. They became a family to me, and I wouldn't change a thing not even if I get a chance. They welcomed me and helped me stop being a helpless girl and into someone who can fight back and always prepared.