The talk (OUTTAKE).

BPOV

At Bella's apartment...

"Hi Kate... something bad happened..."

"What happened Bella??? You sound nervous and I can't really see your face to know what... never mind just tell me..." Kate sounded tensed.

"I had an encounter with this person named Victoria..."

"And...??!?"

"Well... she said some really bad things, in order to get to Edward..."

"Why is this the first I'm hearing about this woman??? People like her don't just pop up out of nowhere!!" Kate was annoyed.

"Listen Kate... I honestly thought it was just her sorta normal "bitchy" mood.. I didn't really feel anything about it until the altercation..."

"Bella are you ok?? That's more important... was it a physical altercation?"

"No as I said it was all verbal... although it was closing in on the physical aspect".

"Bella you must be feeling something... when Riley-"

"No Kate... I can't say that I'm happy with how things went down, but I am not feeling bad in any way... the reason I called is because I need unbiased advice... about Edward"

"Bella you know I can't get involved... but I will help you in which ever way you need me to."

"I just need to know... is it still right for me to date Edward... my feelings are super strong, but I don't want to rush into things..."

"That's normal Bella. But is this because of Victoria or because you feel that things are rushing?"

"I feel that things are progressing slowly... way slower than I wish... but it's a good pace... I'm just scared he will see that I'm not worth the trouble. I told him that, but he vehemently disagreed... I don't want him to just say that. I want him to know that he has options and that I know he can move on if he wants because honestly ever since I've met him, things have been problematic in my life. Not because of him, but I guess because of me..."

"Bella, these feelings make sense. I know you don't want to really hear this right now, because you are hurting... but tell me this - have your problems been less troublesome when you have people like Edward and Rose by your side?"

"Yes but-"

"There is no "but" Bella. And I think maybe you're overthinking this... you already spoke to Edward and according to you he "vehemently" denied this. So don't take away his choice, unless you really believe that he's not forthcoming in his feelings..."

"Yeah... I guess you're right... at the end of the day I know things between us, are way beyond normal attraction... I guess I'm easily spooked. And he's such a great guy. I don't think I could bear losing him..."

"Then you know where you stand Bella... it's in your power to either overcome your fears or tear down all the confidence you took so long to build up... it's up to you."

"Thanks Kate... I have to just mull this over before... I go on my first date." I was smiling just picturing us together already...

"I'm glad you called Bella. So when are you telling your parents?"

"Right after this call."

"Good!... Bella you please take care... and let your heart decide... don't overthink things and things will automatically fall into place... ok?"

"Yeah... ok. Bye Kate!"

"Bye Bella. See you soon."

I disconnected and braced myself for the conversation I was about to have with my parents.

EPOV

At the gym...

"Emmett... fuck man... I always hated "Vicky"... she was weird from the start... but I didn't expect this shit..." my voice clearly sounded like I was panicking... and I was.

"Calm the fuck down Edward... it won't do you any good..."

"I can't "calm the fuck down" Em... I'm fucking scared... not for me but for Bella!"

Em looked at me questioningly so I continued -

"She made so much progress after her ex" I spat out "but I don't want her to lose herself once again... if I'm being honest, I don't want to lose her... I mean I feel like she's already doubting our relationship before it has even started?! I mean what would you do with Rose man!? If it was her in this situation???" I needed advice from my brother. Emmett was a clown, but he was a really good brother most of the times.

"Firstly Edward, I would honestly be there for her and support her. Then I would make sure that she was ok... not fucking act like a lunatic and shout out everything for the whole gym to hear.."

Shitt...

"Sorry man... I just really... really like her. I sound like I'm in fucking high school all over again.."

"Yeah well... girls like Rosie and Bella are hard to come by... when you know you know... and you hold on to them and cherish them.." Em looked lost.

"Why the hell do you sound like some lame romance novel...??..." I paused to think and realized -

"Holy fuck - you love her man!"

"Shut up Edward.. it's too early to fall in love!"

"Mum and dad married within a year... they are still going strong." I stated smugly.

Emmett smirked but didn't say anything.

"Listen Em, I've not been involved much... but like you said - when you know you know.."

"I guess your right Ed... but I don't want to scare her off... I'll deal with Rosie... and as for Bella - trust your heart... if you really feel that she's scared, or she's doubting your feelings... show her that you will be there for her no matter what... and actually be there for her man... it's as simple as that. Also you two are inseparable - so I know you both will work things. Have a little faith little bro."

"... thanks Em.."

"No problem... now help me clean up... you jerk" Em said as he threw a mat at me. I dodged and smirked.

I guess things would fall into place. Just to be sure I will call Bella... hopefully to reassure her.

For now I will help clean...

A/N:

Two different conversations, both pretty tense ones...

Will Edward and Bella manage to actually have a relationship??? Will their date save things?

Hope you enjoyed this chapter!-