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Caroline's house was always impressive, at least to Bella. Her mom got the house there in Mystic Falls when her parents divorced, so it was a comfortable style of living. For Caroline, Forbes were a founding family in Mystic Falls, and despite Elizabeth Forbes being a cop, she still had inheritance money from being one of the more prolific families there.
When they got to Caroline's house, they went to the liquor cabinet again. They turned on music and started their version of what relaxation looks like.
Jasper watched Caroline pull Bella up and dance, while Matt and Tyler were talking about football.
Bella swayed to the music, alcohol affecting her now, and Caroline went to Tyler and leaned against him, his hand wounding around her waist automatically, and he smiled at her.
Bella was still dancing, getting lost in the music, and Jasper went over to her. "So, you drink." Jasper pointed out and she smiled at him.
"Yeah, only when I'm with Caroline. I'm also not driving, so." She slurred some of her words.
Jasper smiled at her, and then he started swaying with her to the music. He was enjoying himself. It was the first time in a long time that he was relaxed like this around people. When the music changed, and turned into some bump and grind music, the dancing changed. Bella was drunk, and carefree, and very spirited right now. Her hips moved to Jasper's, and she leaned back against him, taking him by surprise. Her hands moved to his hands, and she lifted them to place them on her hips as she continued her grind.
Caroline danced with Tyler in the same provocative manner, while Matt drank a beer and looked away, feeling the slight sting of jealousy.
Bella turned and faced Jasper, his eyes connected with hers and she moved her body against his more. His eyes seemed to shift, darkening, and she smiled up at him. Jasper leaned in close, his body brushing hers fully.
"You dance to drive me insane. I want to kiss you." Jasper said in her ear lowly.
Bella smiled. "What's stopping you?"
Jasper studied her, struggling internally with the morality of kissing her like she was. But he lost the struggle and leaned in, his mouth covering hers. It was a simple brushing of their lips, but Bella felt relieved this was her first kiss. She wasn't sure what to do, but she went with it. She parted her lips and let him taste her. His hands stilled her hips, before he brought them up, tangling in her dark hair, and kept her against him as he slipped his tongue in he mouth and teased her. Her hands gripped his shirt tight, and she felt wobbly. Matt looked away, not wanting to watch them kiss, his chest tightening at the sight.
When the kiss broke, Bella looked up into his amber eyes. She saw the storm behind them, and felt her body tingle. She has this need for him to kiss her again, but he didn't kiss her again. Instead, he moved away from her to grab a beer, and to grab his control.
Caroline went to Bella then. "Your first kiss," She whispered, and Bella blushed.
Matt approached then. "Uh, you okay Bell?"
Bella looked to Matt and smiled. "I feel fine. I'm gonna pour another drink," she said and left to get more bourbon.
"Are you sure you need more alcohol?" Jasper said, standing behind her.
Bella smiled. "I'm fine." She said and drank down the bourbon quickly. She glanced to see Caroline leading Tyler upstairs and knew what they were going to do. Matt was grabbing his keys and looking at his phone.
"I'll be back. I'm going to pick up Jess." He said and left.
Jasper was there alone with her now. He wished that Matt had stayed, because he wasn't sure if he had the control for this situation. "I'm going to head out." He suddenly said.
Bella frowned. "What? Why?"
"I should get back home. Don't want to keep my parents waiting. It's been fun." Jasper said with a nod.
Bella reached for him, her hands sliding up his chest. "You're always so mysterious and quiet." She said.
"I don't do well in front of a lot of people."
Bella nodded. It made sense. Some people were just shy. "Emmett…your brother. I know this will sound weird, but I had a dream. He was in it and then today…. I saw him."
Something changed in Jasper's eyes. "Bella, I think you need to sit down." He said when she wobbled again.
Bella leaned into him. "I don't need to sit down. Can you kiss me again?"
Jasper tried to say something, but she was kissing him again, her mouth seemed urgent over his. His arms automatically came around her to hold her to him. She changed her angle, reaching further. His hands slid to her hips, gripping her in response to her rubbing against him now. Her hands ran down the front of his shirt and she started unbuttoning it, her hands contacting his bare skin.
He groaned, pulling away, and steadying her. "Bella…" He murmured. He couldn't do this, not here, and not with her. "I can't." He murmured and then turned away from her and walked away.
Bella wasn't sure what she did wrong. Didn't boys like this sort of thing? She watched him leave, before laying down on the couch, and resting her head on one of the couch pillows. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she knew it was silly to cry, but she was drunk, and rejected, so she didn't care. She found herself falling into a slumber before long.
Morning came, and Bella blinked. She was alone and cold on the couch at Caroline's. She sat up, her head thundering from the consumption of too much alcohol the night before. What all had happened? It was a little fuzzy. Caroline bounced into the room, already dressed and ready to go.
"Good morning! We've got so much to do today!" Caroline was so perky in the morning, and it was one of her traits, that Bella wished, she could tone down, at least some. "So, how was last night?" She waggled her eyebrows at her friend.
"Not sure. I remember dancing." Bella shrugged. "Jasper must have left because he's not here." She noted.
Caroline looked around. "Hmm. Probably. Well, anyways, we have appointments to get to, and we've got only 6 hours until prom." She said, clapping her hands together.
Bella got up, and Caroline hauled her upstairs to her room, and made her get dressed in some warm leggings, and a tunic shirt that just looked great on Bella. She left the hair alone for the appointment and the makeup because that would all be done today. It didn't take long for either of them to grab a banana and out the door they went.
They went to the spa, getting their mani-pedi's done first before their hair and makeup. Bella's nails were a beautiful midnight blue and silver French tip style to match her dress, and her toes were a solid midnight blue, and they sparkled like her dress.
When it was time for hair, Caroline told the hairdresser what she wanted for Bella's hair, which was full of bouncy, wavy curls. Makeup was done elegantly a smoky eye that really made Bella's eyes pop.
Bella drove, so they got back in her Jeep, and they headed back to Caroline's to get their dresses on. They had about an hour before the limo would arrive since they spent most of their time at the mall spa today, and the salon. She stopped at a gas station, and parked. Caroline was too busy on Instagram to noticed they stopped briefly. When she got out, she saw a dark hummer sitting on the opposite side, and found it peculiar, she had never seen the vehicle before. When she saw Emmett emerge, she smiled and waved at him.
Emmett looked at her and smiled. "Ah, Bella." He said and walked over to her.
"Emmett. Nice to see you again." She said politely. His eyes were sort of mesmerizing, like Jasper's was, but in a different way.
"Mm. You changed your hair. It looks good. You should keep in curly."
Bella blushed. "Thank you. Is that your car?" She motioned to the Hummer.
Emmett nodded. "It is."
Bella smiled. "So, you're the older brother, obviously, so what is it you do?"
"I'm not that much older. I'm only 21. I'm a sophomore at Whitmore."
"Oh, that's awesome. I'm going there in the fall." Bella was excited about college surprisingly. "Is Jasper thinking about going to Whitmore as well?"
"That's the plan. He was out pretty late last night. He doesn't do that normally. I hope he didn't get you too drunk." Emmett joked.
Bella laughed a little. "No, I got myself drunk all on my own. By the way." She paused. "Have we met before? I had this dream with you in it."
Emmett's smile faltered a little. "I don't think so. That is pretty odd. Having dreams about me." He winked and she blushed.
"Well maybe I'm just psychic." Bella said, laughing it off. "Well, I need gas, and then prom, so I'll see you around."
Emmett nodded. "Be careful, have fun." He said before ducking back in his Hummer, and driving away. He drove back towards the mansion his father owned, and pulled up and got out, going into the mansion.
"Jasper!" Emmett yelled, his voice booming.
Jasper came out of the library. "What? Why are you hollering so loud?"
"Bella remembers what happened. The warlock fixed it. We couldn't let her remember that, and her mom assured us that she wouldn't remember."
Jasper put his hand up. "I know, but Renee failed to mention that there was a witch on her side of the family and last night- "
"Jasper, did you sleep with her? I could smell your scent on her."
Jasper sighed. "No. It was just some kissing, and…maybe some heavy petting for a brief moment, but I stopped myself, and her, and I left."
"Damn it Jasper. You don't get to decide things like this. Your sole mission is to make sure she's safe tonight. The pink moon will be out, and she's going to go through a transformation, and be very confused. Get your head out of the gutter, and pay attention. She's not yours. Don't let the others know about this."
Jasper looked away. "She wanted more. I couldn't control myself for a moment. I'm sorry. Plus, she is a woman, so she'll have a say in who she takes as a mate."
Emmett was silent. "Don't let the others find out. They are traditional." He reminded Jasper.
Jasper just nodded and watched his brother walk away. He sighed. He knew last night, shouldn't have gone as far as it did. Prom was tonight and the night of the pink moon. She would transform, and she would be scared.
[Caroline's House: 6pm]
Tyler, Matt, Jessica, and Jasper made their way to Caroline's right before the limo got there. It was exciting to say the least. They piled into the limo, and drank the champagne that Caroline snuck in.
They pulled up outside the hotel the prom was being held at. People were standing outside, mingling, and talking with one another. The driver got out and opened the door. Tyler got out and then helped Caroline out. All eyes were on them. Matt and Jessica got out next, and then Jasper got out and then he reached a hand out and Bella placed her hand in his and stepped out of the limo. There were a few gasps and whispers and smiled, admiring Bella and how beautiful she looked tonight.
Bella smiled but blushed at the same time. She wasn't used to the attention. Jasper slipped his arm around her waist, and they walked into the hotel.
They went to the ballroom; the music was playing and there were plenty of refreshments. Jasper danced with Bella for a while, then the slow music came. Jasper slowed and pulled her into his arms. They swayed together to the music. Bella looked up at his dazzling gaze, and smiled.
"This is perfect. Thank you for being my date." Bella said, her cheeks still pink.
Jasper smiled at her. "It's my pleasure." He said, and the music ended. Alaric Saltzman got up on stage. He was going to be the new principal, so Mr. Seraphino was letting him take on this honor of announcing prom king and queen.
"Alright seniors. This is the moment you all have been waiting for. This year's prom king is…. Matthew Donovan." The spotlight swung over to Matt and Matt smiled and took the stage and the crown. Everyone cheered for him. "This year's prom queen is…. Isabella Swan!"
Caroline whistled and clapped, as did everyone else. Bella was in shock. She took the stage and accepted the crown, still in disbelief.
"And now the King and Queen dance." Alaric said, clapping and the music began, and Matt took Bella in his arms, like he always wanted to do.
"Congrats Bell." Matt whispered to her.
Bella smiled. "Same to you. I'm so shocked I won."
"You're extremely nice and beautiful. Why wouldn't anyone vote for you?"
Bella laughed and then Matt twirled her around. The song ended and everyone clapped. She curtseyed and went back to Caroline. "I can't believe I won." She said again.
Caroline smiled at her friend. "You deserved it."
Jasper was beside her then, his eyes holding a level of concern. Bella felt sick suddenly and dizzy. She wobbled and Jasper grabbed her arm to steady her.
"Bell," he said, and glanced at the time.
"I'm fine." Bella murmured, but the dizziness washed over her more.
Jasper looked at Caroline. "I'm going to take her outside for some air."
Caroline nodded, worried about her friend, but let Jasper be the knight in shining armor.
Jasper got Bella outside into the cooler air. "Bella, you're okay." He said calmly.
The nausea was almost unbearable. "I think I need to go home."
Jasper nodded, and grabbed his phone and dialed. "Emmett, come pick us up." He said and then sat down on a bench with her. She tucked her head between her knees, hoping to keep from throwing up. Jasper rubbed her back and looked at his watch again.
Emmett pulled up a few minutes later, and Jasper helped her into the Hummer.
"Oh…Caroline…"
Jasper shook his head. "I'll text her." He reassured.
Bella settled in the back seat, pain shooing into her skull. "Ah!" She cried out.
Jasper looked to Emmett and Emmett drove to the mansion.
"Jasper…. I'm hurting really bad…" she panted.
"I know. Hold on." Jasper said and carried her into the mansion. He brough her downstairs into the basement and set her on the couch down there. More pain shot through her body, and she cried out and held her arms to her body.
"Bella," Emmett spoke. "Your mother is on her way. I need you to focus on me." He said softly as he sat in front of her.
Bella looked at him, her eyes darkening.
"Jasper. It's happening faster." Emmett said, glancing to Jasper and Jasper nodded and took his shirt ff, revealing his hard chest.
Bella was sweating, he gums hurting, her eyes stinging, and her head spinning. "What's happening t me?" She asked, her voice strained.
Emmett looked at his brother and nodded. "Bella, you're transforming."
"Transforming into what?" Bella panted out.
Jasper swallowed and then shut his eyes, his transformation taking place.
Bella's eyes widened, shock registering on her face, at the sight in front of her.