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DISCLAIMER - ALL CHARACTERS BELONG TO STEPHANIE MEYERS.

STORYLINE BELONGS TO ME.

Little did I know this would be the most exciting summer I've had in a long time.

Brushing my hair out of my face I put on my Gucci shades and thought about the car that was waiting for me at the airport parking lot, my new Citroen C-Metiise. It's a beautiful car and well worth the money I spent, not even available on the market in the states yet. Guess my summer was extremely well spent I think smirking. My summer proved to me that I am worthy of someone's time and attention.

Flashback

Sitting in the airport waiting for my flight to board I was approached by a woman in a business suit, I would later learn that she worked for a modeling agency based out of Europe and her newest client was looking for a fresh face. Little did I know at the time how much of an opportunity this presented for me and it was a last minute decision so Alice would not see it. Even if she tried I have succeeded in blocking her completely, my ability to be invisible to people has come in handy.

After getting to Phoenix, sitting down with Renee and explaining everything that happened, she readily agreed to allow me to go into modeling. She still wanted to travel with Phil for the summer and this enabled me to model overseas like I wanted.

The experience was the greatest thing to happen to my life, I learned so much about me, I learned that self-esteem comes from the inside and as soon as I believe I am stronger I am, I learned that I am beautiful as I am and not to let anybody tell me differently, I learned that I am stronger than I appear to be and that the more confidence I have in myself the stronger I can be on the outside.

I learned about what I want in a relationship, about what I was willing to take or not take in a relationship, I learned not to lose myself in the relationship and that each person must bring something to complete the relationship or else there's nothing there.

The best parts of my summer are that my clumsiness is completely gone, I made loads of money and I got a free makeover. What a makeover it was, even Alice couldn't do any better.

End Flashback

Ah Alice, I miss my best friend, I am still trying to reconcile the fact that she lied to me and even though it took me the whole summer I have forgiven her, but I don't know if I would again. I will make sure that she knows that for future purposes, that this is a once chance only forgiveness deal.

I told Charlie that I would be coming in over the weekend and not to worry because I already had a ride. I told him not to tell anyone when I was coming back and that I would deal with everything on the first day of school, he agreed and something tells me only because he's glad that I came back.

I'm not worried about running into Edward or the rest of the Cullens; I did stay in touch with Emmett on the sly because he's my favorite out of all of them. I didn't tell him what I did over the summer but I did tell him that I was doing fine. I missed Esme and Carlisle simply because they are the nicest people that I have ever come across and the love encompasses everyone they come into contact with. Emmett told me how much they missed me and I believe it. I even missed Jasper and having him manipulate my emotions every once in awhile.

Truth be told, I missed Emmett the most because we are going through the same issues right now and we can relate more to each other than anyone else. Our friendship has blossomed into a tight ass bond that I don't think either one of us was prepared for, but that both of us are willing to accept. Damn, I can't wait to see him and get one of those bear hugs he's famous for.

Emmett's POV

I'm trying to occupy my mind right now playing video games because everyone is looking at me strangely, but FUCK I can't help it. MY Bella is coming back! MY Bella is coming back! MY Bella is coming back! MY Bella is coming back! MY Bella is coming back! MY Bella is coming back! MY Bella is coming back! MY Bella is coming back! MY Bella is coming back! YAY! I can't fucking wait!!!! I missed her so much, the time we've spent talking on the phone just wasn't enough to satisfy my need to have her near me.

WAIT!! Did I just call her MY Bella? I did. Hmm, I wonder if she would have me, broken and all? If I stopped to think about it, I am falling for her, MY Bella, but I know neither one of us are prepared for that, or maybe it's just me because I know I love her.

She said that I would be surprised when I saw her and that she has changed drastically from the girl we knew before she left. I CAN'T FUCKING WAIT!!!

Damn, I meant to ask her during our last conversation why the Edward can't hear me when I think about her. Guess I will have to wait until Monday at school.

Eck, fuck, what's that smell? I turn to see Edward and Rosalie walking in the door holding hands.

Rosalie tentatively smiles at me; I ignore her and turn back around to finish my game before I go hunting.

"Hey Jazzman, want to go grizzly hunting with me, have some brotherly bonding time?" I ask as I level up and save my score before standing up and stretching.

"Sure Emmett." Jasper says as he kisses Alice at the top of the stairs and walks down to meet me.

"Can I come with?" Edward asks turning to look at us.

I ask Jasper, "Did you hear a buzzing sound?" as I walk out the door and take off running into the woods.

Edward POV

I know he's been talking to Bella, but I can't ever get her number so I can call her. I've had doubts that this relationship with Rosalie is going to work out because she is way more high maintenance that Bella ever was. If it takes me the next 50 years to get her back I will, I'm only realizing now that she's gone how much I fucked up.

Rosalie POV

I really thought I was in love with Edward, but he can't seem to keep up with me. Hmmm I look good in this mirror, maybe I can convince Esme to let me have this one or at least find out where she got it from. I wonder if Emmett would take me back.

Alice POV

I miss my best friend; it's only now that I realize the damage I've done to our friendship. I hope she comes back, it scares me that I can't see her, even thought she told me not to look for her, I just peeked to see if I would ever see her again. If I do I will promise NEVER to keep information from her EVER again, her friendship means too much to me.

Jasper POV

I've got to get out of this house, between Alice's sadness and the angst between Edward and Rose, Emmett is the only one who seems to be happy around here. The parental units were getting antsy because Emmett still would not talk to Edward or Rosalie and I guess they are waiting for us to work things out on our own.

They figured since Edward and Rosalie got themselves into their mess they could get themselves out, personally I think they are extremely disappointed in how they, Edward especially, mishandled the situation. Both Carlisle and Esme believe since they apparently didn't get the cheating idea from them, that they should work things out on their own.

Emmett's sworn me to secrecy that Bella is coming back, even hinting that she's changed drastically from the person that we knew before she left. I get the feeling that Edward wishes now that things had turned out different, since he's sending out feelings that he's not happy with the way things are now with Rosalie. He made his bed, now he gets to sleep in it.

I'm just hoping that Bella gives Alice a chance to apologize, even thought I love my wife dearly lying to your best friend is just not something that you should do.

I am startled out of my thoughts as Emmett yells up "Hey Jazzman, want to go grizzly hunting with me, have some brotherly bonding time?"

"Sure Emmett." I say as I kiss Alice at the top of the stairs and walk down to meet him.

"Can I come with?" Edward asks turning to look at us.

Emmett asks me, "Did you hear a buzzing sound?" as he walks out the door and takes off running into the woods.

I turn to Edward and give him a sympathetic smile thinking Give it some time Edward, his feelings are still raw as I walk out the door and take off after Emmett.

Bella POV

Stepping off the plane I make my way down to pick up my luggage before heading to the car port. I pick up my keys and smile as the valet brings my car around, giggling quietly as he attempts not to drool over the car. I tip him and get in glancing at the clock and noticing that I still have a little time to stop by the mall before I head to Forks.

I hit all the major shops, Nordstrom's, Macy's, Hot Topic, Charlotte Rouse, and last but not least DSW for those knee high boots I've been looking at. I have to say I outdid myself and didn't even need the help of my clothing specialist. Modeling seems to have brought out my inner fashionista. I piled my shopping bags into my car, and headed to Forks, stopping to pick something up for dinner so that I could have the extra time to spend time with Charlie and coordinate my clothes for the next few weeks.

As I got closer to Forks I realized that I missed Emmett so much that I needed to see him before school on Monday, I needed my Emmett fix.

WAIT! Did I just call him MY Emmett? Yes, I guess I did and I have now come to the realization that I fell in love with him over the summer. He helped me to see myself for who I really am – an independent, loving, compassionate female who deserves to be loved as she loves. WOW!! FUCK ME, I love Emmett. I just don't think I am ready to tell him yet, what if he doesn't feel the same way, I don't know if I could handle that rejection so soon.

Stepping out of the car I gather my packages and head into the house, making a second trip to grab the food and alarm the car. Then decide that since I don't want anyone knowing that I'm back in town yet, I would pull the car into the garage. I click the alarm and close the garage door pulling my phone out of my pocket to dial Emmett's number.

Ring….Ring….Ring…maybe he's busy…

"McCarty"

"Hi, Emmett" I breathe out, realizing that I was holding my breath.

""Bella" Emmett whispers, "I'm so glad that you called. I missed you so much."

"I missed you too Emmett, more than I thought possible." I blush realizing that I said that out loud.

A pause then, "I feel the same Bella, I can't wait until Monday gets here."

"Why wait?" I ask, "Can you come over now?" I hold my breath again waiting for his answer.

He inhales sharply, "I'll be right there."

I hung up feeling lightheaded and loved simply because he dropped everything to come and see me. Maybe he does feels something for me, I wonder if I should ask him about it when he gets here.

I take my bags upstairs planning on organizing and unpacking later and just as I come back downstairs I hear the doorbell ring. Stopping by the mirror I fluff up my hair and straighten out my clothes before heading to the door.

I take a deep and turn the knob, opening the door to see Emmett standing there is all his Zeus like glory – tight poured in jeans and a black skin tight t-shirt that just cuddles the muscles rippling underneath it.

I smile at a stunned Emmett who just looks at me for a moment, takes a step back to check the address then just stands there with his mouth open and lust filling his eyes. He looks me up and down once, twice then a third time extremely slowly taking in my whole appearance, from my high heels to the tight dress pants, the tank top to the new tattoo, to the straight and darkened hair, finally lingering on my face and the hint of make-up I'm wearing that enhances my natural features.

He stands there for another few moments speechless as I giggle and do a little twirl before he finally finds his vocal cords.

"Bella" he breathes out barely above a whisper, "You…uh…um…you…wow…hmmm….you…sexy….hot….damn….uh….FUCK!"

I smile radiantly at him as I motion a now silent Emmett into the house, closing and locking the door then as I turn to him I am pulled into a tight hug as his lips crash down on mine.

I moan in delight having waited half the summer to feel his lips on mine as I wrap my arms tightly around his waist pressing myself as tight against him as possible.

Emmett's POV

I had to step back and double check the address to make sure I was at the right house.

Damn, damn and double damn. The new Bella is FUCKING HOT ASS SEXY!!! She was not lying when she said that she changed for the better. Whatever she did over the summer really made a difference and even though I loved the old Bella, I love the new Bella just as much. I have a hard time trying to tell her exactly how fucking fantastic she looks.

"Bella" I breathe out barely above a whisper, "You…uh…um…you…wow…hmmm….you…sexy….hot….damn….uh….FUCK!"

I feel my dick get hard just looking at her and knowing that I might actually have a chance to make her mine. FUCK I just want to take her here and now and as she motions me in I can't help myself, when she smiles at me I lose control and pull her into my arms tightly crashing my lips down on hers. Her moan of delight sends me over the edge as I tighten my arms around her and pull her closer to me.

I lose myself in the taste of her and neither of us hears the door open as Charlie clears his throat chuckling, "I'll leave you two alone to catch up" as he rushes into the kitchen looking for a beer.

I pull away and cradle her in my arms leaning my forehead against hers as I try and control the breathing that I don't really need. Smiling as she attempts to take in more breath, melting as her warm hand caresses my cheek and she tells me, "Damn Emmett, I've wanted to do that for half the summer."