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I woke up the next morning when I felt Edward's lips on the back of my neck. I pushed him over on his back and climbed onto his lap. I slowly slid down on his erection. He gripped my hips gently and I started moving my hips with his. Edward sat up and I wrapped my legs around his waist. He grabbed my ass and pulled me closer to him. We didn't need to speak. Our bodies were speaking for us. Edward pressed his lips to mine as we came together.
We slowly stopped our bodies but kept our lips together. We pulled away from each other and went into the bathroom and took a shower. We washed each other's bodies slowly. It was intimate and romantic. We turned off the water and dried off. We went back into our room and got dressed. Edward pulled on a pair of boxers, his jeans, a blue t-shirt and his football jersey. I pulled on a pair of panties, a bra, a pair of jeans, and a Forks high school t-shirt. I pulled on my tennis shoes.
"I think I am going to have to buy some new jeans," I chuckled. Edward looked over at me. I pulled the waist band of my jeans out to show him how loose they are.
"I think so too," he chuckled. "We can go tomorrow if you are feeling up to it."
"That would be nice but I probably won't since I have chemo in the morning," I said.
"Are you riding with Charlie to the game tonight?" asked Edward as I tied on a blue scarf that Alice left here.
"No, he is riding with William and Catherine because they are leaving later than we are. I am riding with Carlisle and Esme," I explained.
"I wish you were going on the bus," he pouted.
"I do too but I will be cheering for you as loud as I can," I chuckled.
"You had better," he chuckled.
He and I grabbed our jackets and backpacks. Now that we were in the middle of October, it was starting to get colder here. We went out and climbed into his car and drove to school. We pulled up next to Emmett and Rose. They climbed out at the same time we did. The four of us went into the school and down to our lockers. Jasper and Alice were waiting for us.
"Morning," I said cheerfully.
"You're in a good mood," chuckled Jasper.
"I feel good today," I chuckled.
"I bet you do," snickered Jasper giving me and Edward a smirk. I narrowed my eyes at him.
"Don't be an ass, Jas," I smirked.
"Too late," smirked Rose. Jasper gave me and Rose a hurt look.
"Some best friend and sister you two are," he said.
"Don't be a fucking baby, Jas," I chuckled.
"You don't need them, Baby. You have me," chuckled Alice. Jasper stuck his tongue out at me and Rose as he pulled Alice into his arms.
"You're all I need, Ali," chuckled Jasper before he kissed her.
"Ugh, gross," we all chuckled together.
Edward and Emmett dragged Jasper away while Rose and I grabbed Alice. By the time we made it to our English class we were all laughing hard. We walked into our class and everyone stared at us. We just laughed as we made our way over to our seats. We sat down and tried to stop laughing. Mr. Owens came in and started his class. Everyone was staring at me through the class. I was getting so frustrated that I raised my hand. Mr. Owens looked over at me.
"Yes, Bella?" he asked.
"I was just wondering why everyone is staring at me?" I asked a little harsher than I meant to. He gave me a soft smile and turned to the rest of the class.
"Well, why are you staring at her?" asked Mr. Owens. At first nobody said anything, but finally Austen said something.
"I can't help but wonder how you are able to stay so positive. Aren't you scared?" he asked.
"Of course, I am. I don't want to die. I don't want to have to go to chemo treatments instead of getting to hang out at the mall with Alice and Rose. I have to stay positive. I have to keep laughing and keep smiling. It's the only way I can keep fighting," I said softly.
"How do you do it though?" asked Katie Marshall. "How you find the strength to do it?"
"Edward is my strength. He and I have a list of things we want to do before we die. He promised me that he would make sure we did them. He gives me the strength to fight when I'm ready to give up. He's my life. I can't give up on him. He won't give up on me," I said softly.
The bell rang and we all left class in silence. Alice, Rose and I made our way to trig. We took our seats and waited for the boys to come in. A few minutes later they came in and took their seats. Everyone else came in and stared at me. I just rolled my eyes and tried to ignore them. Mr. Varner came in and Rose and Alice went down to the gym to get ready for the pep rally. Mr. Varner started class and I was so fucking bored.
The bell finally rang and Emmett, Jasper and I made our way down to history. We took our seats in the back. Everyone came in and stared at me again. Mr. Taylor came in and gave us a pop quiz. I finished it in about five minutes. I went back to my seat and spent the rest of the hour working on my lyrics for my song. The bell rang and I made my way down to music.
Edward was sitting at the piano playing his song for New York when I came in. I went over and sat next to him. He played the last note and wrapped his arm around me.
"That was beautiful," I whispered. "You are an amazing musician."
"Thank you but I am no where as good as you are," he whispered as Peter came in. He came over to me and Edward and handed us each an envelope.
"These are from NYU," said Peter. My hands were shaking as I opened the envelope. I pulled out my letter and read it.
"We are pleased to inform you that you have been selected as a top ten finalist," I read softly. I looked up and could feel the tears pouring down my face. "I made it."
"So did I," whispered Edward. I looked over at him and threw my arms around him.
"WE DID IT!" I squealed loudly.
"Did what?" asked Garrett as he, Ben and Mike came in.
"She and Edward are in the top ten finalist for NYU's Young Musician Search," said Peter.
"That is great," chuckled Garrett. He pulled me from Edward's arms around hugged me tight. "I am so proud of you, Bella."
"Me too, Bells," said Ben as he hugged me next. "You too, Edward."
"Thanks," said Edward.
"Bella, congratulations," said Mike giving me an one armed hug.
"Thanks, Mike," I said softly. Edward pulled me into his arms and hugged me again. "I just can't believe I made it."
"I can. You are amazing, Bella," whispered Edward.
"I love you," I whispered.
"I love you, too," he whispered.
"Aw," chuckled the others.
Edward and I just flipped them off. They laughed and we went and started working on our individual songs. As soon as the bell rang, Edward and I quickly made our way down to the cafeteria. I was in such a good mood that I didn't even care that everyone was starting at me. Edward and I grabbed a cheeseburger, fries and a coke for lunch and went and sat down with the others. They all looked at my food and looked back up at me.
"What?" I chuckled.
"Are you sure you should be eating that?" asked Emmett.
"Nope," I chuckled. "But I want it."
"You are in a really good mood," said Jasper, eyeing me closely. "What's going on?"
"Just having the best day ever!" I chuckled. I pulled out my letter from New York and handed it to Emmett. He read it and jumped up and pulled me into his arms and started swinging me around.
"I AM SO FUCKING PROUD OF YOU, BELLA!" He shouted. He set me on my feet.
"Thanks. Edward made it too," I chuckled.
"EVERYONE LISTEN UP!" bellowed Emmett. Everyone in the cafeteria stopped and looked over at us but this time I didn't care. "BELLA AND EDWARD MADE IT INTO THE TOP TEN FINALS OF THE NYU MUSIC COMPETION IN FOUR WEEKS."
"Oh my god, Bella, Edward, that is so great," squealed Alice as she hugged us. Everyone on the cafeteria started cheering and clapping for us.
"Way to go," chuckled Jasper as he hugged me and shook Edward's hand.
"Bella, I knew you would make it. I am happy for the both of you," cried Rose as she hugged me and Edward.
"Thanks, guys," I said through my tears. "This is one of my dreams."
"We are very proud of you," said Rose.
We sat down and finished our lunch. The food didn't taste nearly as good as I hoped it would but I was determined to eat at least half of it. As soon as the bell rang, we made our way down to the gym for the pep rally. I sat with Carlisle, Esme and Charlie. I wanted to tell them about the contest but it was to noisy. The band started the pep rally and the football team came in. I winked at Edward who just chuckled as he sat down.
Alice, Rose and the other cheerleaders did a handful of cheers and chants before Coach Clapp came out and spoke to everyone. He droned on about not giving up and how this was our year. I honestly wasn't paying attention. He got done and Mr. Stevens came out. He picked up the mike and held his hand up for everyone to be quiet.
"Will Bella and Edward Cullen please join me?" said Mr. Stevens. I could feel everyone's eyes on me. I smiled at Carlisle, Esme and Charlie as I made my way to the gym floor and stood next to Edward. "It is a great honor to announce that both Bella and Edward have made it to the top ten finalist of the NYU Young Musicians Search. They will travel to New York in four weeks to compete. Mr. Davis has just informed me that the competition will take place in Carnegie Hall."
"What?" I whispered. I looked over at Peter who had a big smile on his face. Everyone was clapping and cheering for us. I walked over to Peter. "Are you serious?"
"Yes, I am," said Peter.
"Oh my god," I whispered. Edward came over and pulled me into his arms as I let my tears fall. "I…."
"I know, Baby. I know," he whispered. He pulled me out of the gym and held me. Charlie, Carlisle and Esme came out after us.
"Bella, what's wrong?" asked Charlie.
"Nothing. Everything is perfect," I whispered through my tears. "This is want I wanted. I have always dreamed of playing in Carnegie Hall."
"I'm very proud of you, sweetheart," whispered Charlie as he pulled me from Edward's arms.
"Thank you, Dad," I whispered. "For supporting me."
The band played the school song and the fight song. Edward kissed me before he went to join the rest of the team. The team was leaving right away. I was sad that I couldn't ride the bus with them but I understood. Carlisle and Esme went with me to my locker so I could grab my coat and hat. We went out to their car and I climbed into the backseat. Carlisle took off to Tacoma. I laid down and fell asleep.
I woke up when I felt the car stop. I sat up and saw that we were at the stadium. I climbed out of the car and pulled on my coat and hat. It had really gotten cold. Carlisle and Esme grabbed a couple blankets for us to wrap around ourselves. We made our way into the stadium and found seats in the bleachers. About ten minutes later, Edward and the team ran onto the field. He looked up into the stands to find me. His eyes landed on me and he winked and gave me a big smile. I waved and smiled back at him.
The game started and I was starting to get worried about Charlie, Will, and Cat. They should have been here by now. I pulled out my cell phone and called him but it went straight to his voice mail. The second half of the game started when I saw the police come in. They stopped and asked Robert Weber something. Robert frowned and pointed over to me. They walked over to me and I just knew it was bad.
"Bella Cullen?" asked one of the officers.
"Yes," I whispered.
"Is your father Charlie Swan?" he asked.
"Yes," I whispered as a tear fell from my eye. Carlisle and Esme wrapped their arms around me.
"There's been an accident," he whispered as he knelt down in front of me.