DISCLAIMER: I don't own twilight just borrowing the characters.
(BELLA'S P.O.V)
It is now friday. The past few days passed rather quickly. There's not much happened but me, Alice and Rosalie became fast friends. Alice is bubbly, cheerful and loves to shopping. She act like a real teenager though I knew she's much older than that. Rosalie on the other hand act more maturely. She's the most elegant among the siblings. She has this aura of superiority that made other students hates her. She's not very fond of humans talking to her except me so she pushed them away by being a bitch. I still can't figure out why she's acting nicer to me than other humans but who am I to complain? I am enjoying her company and I admit I love the feeling of being close to her. I also met Emmet, Edward and Jasper on my second day. Alice and Rosalie introduced me to them the morning I got to school that day. Jasper is a gentleman but I can tell he has a problem controlling his thirst around me so I understood that he was trying to stay away from me. Edward was staring at me the whole introductions like he was figuring me out. After a minute he offered me a crooked smile and asked why he can't read me. I frown at this in confusion then it dawned on me. It was his gift much like Aro. Rosalie smacked him and distract me by introducing the big guy to me. Emmet was very huge. He looks intimidating but when a grin formed in his face I can't help but smile back at him. His grin grew wider as he hugged me tightly not enough to hurt me. It feels nice it was like hugging a big bear. They were all very nice.
"What are you smiling for?" Angela disrupted my thoughts looking at me with a smile on her own. We are heading to the cafeteria to meet with the others. Mike never stopped flirting at me but at least it lessen a bit but it still annoying. Jessica still glaring daggers at me from time to time. I am only sitting to their table and endure their presence because of Angela, Ben and Eric. Tyler and Lauren are just annoying as their best friends are so I just ignore them. Rosalie said I am welcome to sit with them anytime but I don't want to torture Jasper with the smell of my blood so I declined politely. I felt bad when I saw the disappointed look of Rosalie so I told her I will sit with them sometime.
"It's friday. Isn't that enough reason to smile?" that wasn't exactly a lie. Friday means no school tomorrow and I can finally hang out with Jacob. The sad thing is I won't be able to see Rosalie for two days.
When we reached the cafeteria I saw the Cullens in their usual spot and noticed Jasper wasn't there. I quickly pick a food into the counter and pay it as I speak to Angela.
"Hey, Ange mind if I don't sit with you today at our table?" she mumbled a 'no problem' as a response so right after I got my changes I head to the Cullen's spot and joined them to their table. Emmet and Alice have a huge smile while Edward and Rosalie acknowledge me with a small smile. I sat next to Rosalie facing the boys.
"It's nice of you to join us, Bella." Emmet said cheerfully as the whole cafeteria looked at us clearly intrigued that I sat with the famous Cullens.
"I am just helping our fans with their indecision of whether to stare at the new kid or the Cullens. Now they can stare to the both of us. Aren't I nice?" I said grinning at them. Emmet laughter can be heard at the whole cafeteria while the other Cullens giggling at the reactions from our watchers.
"Bella, do you have any plans this weekend?" Alice asked with a hopeful look after the giggling died down.
"What's you're plan? If it's shopping then I am not available." I said quickly making Alice cutely pout.
"It's not bad, Bella! If you want I can buy you a much much better bracelet than you are wearing." Alice bribed me but I'm not gonna budge. I don't like shopping and from what I heard from her siblings Alice is one hell of a shopaholic. Besides, I don't need another bracelet. I'm not wearing it as an accessory, I'm wearing it to hide the crescent-shape scar that sparkling in the sun.
"It's not like I want to wear this ridiculous bracelet, I'm wearing it because I have to." I blurted out without realizing I said it out loud. I saw Rosalie looked at me with concern. 'I wonder what she is thinking' then I looked at Edward who have the same look as Rosalie. 'Maybe he read what Rosalie is thinking.' I immediately change the subject to avoid being asked about it. "Who's going with you, Alice?"
"You and Rosalie. We will pick you up at seven tomorrow." Alice enthusiastically said. She had planned it early I can tell.
"I didn't said I'll join you yet." I remind her though the thought of spending time with Rosalie is tempting.
"Yes you will. Am I right, Rose?" Rosalie looked at me with a smirk as she said
"Yes you will, Bella. You don't want me to suffer alone with Alice, do you?" Rosalie said making me groan. I can't say no to Rosalie she has that affect on me. It scared me sometimes when I noticed how much my feelings towards her grow more and more each day. Somehow I knew it wasn't a simple crush anymore. It was the first time I felt something like this towards another person/vampire so I have no clue what to do. For now, I will just let things happen. If I got more confuse then maybe I'll try to seek advice to Marcus, he's the expert with this kind of feelings I failed to understand.
"So you'll go shopping with us, right?" Alice voice snapped me out of my reverie.
"I can't. I promised my childhood friend from La Push that I'll hang out with him tomorrow." I said apologetically to them. I can't take the dejected look of Alice and Rosalie so I quickly added "Can't we go shopping on Sunday instead?"
"Cool! Sunday morning then. Make sure to be ready before seven." Alice said, back to her cheerful self. Rosalie is smiling but there still worry on her face. I ignored it for now, I figured I will talk to her later alone. I continue eating my food while the Cullens are making a small talk until the bell rang signaling that lunch break is over. Alice and I walked to our next class together arm in arm like best friends would which earned another stare from the students we passed by.
(ROSALIE'S P.O.V)
For the past few days, I noticed that Bella was keeping her distance with Jasper. Me and Alice introduce my brothers to her in her second day of school and like I expected they easily warmed up to her. It was hard not to like her. The girl was just so likeable especially when she flashed those shy smile of hers. Jasper, though he can't stay that long close to her he said he likes the human. But he was confused about Bella's emotions whenever he is around. Guilt. She felt bad but for what or why? we didn't know. Jasper said it's like Bella knew what she is doing to him everytime she's close to him. After he told me that, I began to observed Bella myself. Bella shared me things about herself. She told me that she was born here at Forks and left five years ago when her parents decided to end their marriage. She told me little things about Phoenix but she never mention even a single name of friends back there. She lived there for five years so surely she made friends, right? When I asked her about it she just smiled at me sadly which broke my heart so I didn't mentioned it again. I asked something else after that and I learned that her full name is Isabella Marie Swan which for me is truly beautiful, in return, I told her my full name too. I also found out that she was clumsy when she was a kid, tripping over air making the other kids laugh at her and bully her but thankfully she had loyal friends back then that always protecting her from other kids. I noticed that her story was mostly about her childhood here in Forks. She didn't talked much about her time in Phoenix. It's like she intentionally not to tell the story about Phoenix at all. When she talked about it, it was only about her mother and Phil. Nothing about herself. It worried me. Is there something bad happened to her there? She mentioned before that she had an unpleasant experience about school that's why she hated it. Is that the reason she refuse to talk about her time in Phoenix? I remember the conversation we had at the cafeteria a few minutes ago. About her wearing a bracelet. It's clear that she didn't wore it for an accessory reason, it's more like to cover her wrist but why? The only explanation that came to mind was... scary. She was not a suicidal, wasn't she? But why else does she need to cover her wrist with thick bracelet or wristband?
"You're thinking too much again, Rosalie." Edwards voice woke me up from my unending thoughts. Looking at my surrounding, I saw that the class is still ongoing so I respond to him quietly as possible that humans won't be able to hear.
"I can't help but worry, Edward." it's not only about what Bella is hiding behind those thick bracelet but also at the fact that my Bella will be going to La Push tomorrow. It's not safe there. What if those mutts accidentally hurts Bella? I won't be able to protect her there. Stupid treaty. Why did we agreed to that stupid treaty anyway? Our lives will be much easier if we just killed those mutts back then when they were just in small numbers.
"She will be fine, Rosalie. Those dogs aren't stupid enough to transform in front of human. Their duty is to protect humans so there's no way they are going to hurt her." Edward reassured me. Again. When did I became this close to Edward? We never talked that much before, much more reassuring one another. But lately it seems that I became more closer to my siblings, not only Edward but to everyone in the family.
"I think Bella is making you soft." Edward said looking amuse at the thoughts that's going through my head.
"Shut up, Edward." I glared at him but a small smile is visible in my face. Edward just smirk at me then turned his attention in front of the class pretending to be listening. I did the same and wait impatiently for this class to be over so I can see Bella again.
As soon as the word 'dismiss' escaped in our teacher's mouth, I hurriedly pick up my things and out of the room in no time. I am the first one to our history class to arrived but it didn't take long before Bella entered the room. Alice walked her again and if she wasn't my sister I am sure I'd be jealous by the way the two had gotten closer. They always walk arm in arm while I can't even hold Bella's hand. I want to but I am not sure if Bella will appreciate it. I am always afraid of her reaction. I'm not a touchy person but with Bella I longed to a physical interaction. I always have this urge to touch her, hold her and ran my fingers through her hair but I don't know how. I've been with other women before, nothing serious just to satisfy my needs. But even though I've been with someone else before, I am still inexperience in terms of showing physical affection. I'm used to be the receiver of affection not the other way around. Seeing Bella and Alice with their arms connected I can't help but wonder why is it too easy for Alice to be physically affectionate to Bella. But when it's me trying to do the same, it takes a lot of effort and confidence to even touch her skin.
"You okay, Rose?" a concerned voice of Bella snap me out of my thoughts. She was sitting next to me. The same seat she occupied the first time I talked to her.
"Yes, I am fine. Why do you ask?" I said flashing her a reassuring smile. It feels nice to know that she care.
"You looked worried at the cafeteria then just a moment ago you were so deep in thought." Bella explained still a bit worried.
"Just promise me to be careful tomorrow at La Push. Don't ever get anyone angry no matter what." I said seriously at her. She looked confused for a moment but nod nonetheless.
"I don't understand why but okay I promise. For you." she answered just as serious as I am. She truly doesn't want me to worry and it was sweet of her that she didn't asked anything. The teacher then chose that moment to began his rumblings about history. Bella and I turned our attention to class but it wasn't easy as I already know what the teacher is rumbling about. Looking at Bella, I can tell that she's getting bored too.
'Why didn't you asked me to skip this class? It's boring. I rather skip it with you than endure this torture. B.' I smiled when I read her note. The idea is quite appealing.
'Really, Bella.? You were sitting there for only ten minutes and you're complaining already? R.' I wrote back, amused. Rolling her eyes, she wrote another reply.
'Admit it, Rose. You are eager to get out of here just as much as I am. B.'
'Nope. If you're in the same room I don't mind being here. R.' I saw her smile. A cute blush adorning her beautiful face. I wanted nothing but to cup her cheek and feel the warmth of it in my cold hands.
'I hate this subject but it became my favorite the moment I saw you here. B.' I can't help but smiled at this. I am beginning to enjoy this conversation. Somehow it was easier to write what you feels than verbally admitted it. Before I could write a reply, we are once again interrupted by the teacher dismissing us. Bella and I grabbed our things then head out the room together. We both have a smile on our faces as we walk together in our next class.
(BELLA'S P.O.V)
Class after history passed like a blur to me. We played volleyball but my mind wasn't in the game so the other team ended up as the victor. After that, I hurriedly changed to my regular clothes then headed to my truck. I need to stop by at the grocery store to buy ingredients of our dinner for tonight. Smiling at the direction of the Cullens and with a small wave, I drove off.
I was in the middle of my driving when I heard my phone buzz off. I pulled out my phone inside my bag without taking my eyes off the road.
"Isabella, dear! How come you didn't told me yet about this woman you like!" I heard Sulpicia chastised me before I could speak.
"Hello to you too, Sulpicia. Sorry, I just don't want to bother you about it. I know you and the others are busy with more important things." I explained. I expected this call from her knowing it just a matter of time before Jane report it to her.
"Are you kidding?! Isabella Marie Swan, YOU, acting like a real teenager is more important than any obligations I have. Didn't you know in seventeen years of your life it was the first time you caught an interest with someone? For all I know, you hadn't even had a single crush before! It's about time!" Sulpicia exaggerated, well I guess it can't be called exaggerated when it was true.
"Cia, can I tell her/them what I know about vampires? I felt bad for Jasper. His self-control isn't as strong as the other Cullens, I know it's difficult for him to be around me but he endure it so that I won't think that he doesn't like me." I plead. I really felt guilty for causing Jasper's pain that's why sometimes I'll be the one to keep distance to make it easier for him.
"It's okay dear, you have my permission. Carlisle, their coven leader is a good man he won't hurt you for knowing our secret." Sulpicia said softly. I smiled at this but I am a bit confused.
"You know Carlisle?" I asked my tone is full of curiosity. Why they hadn't mentioned about them to me when I was in their castle?
"Yes but I think Carlisle will tell you about the details you want to know."
"Alright. Thank you, Cia. I have to go, I'm here now to the grocery store. Send my regards to everyone and tell Marcus I'll give him a call sometimes. I missed you, Cia." I said while getting out of the car.
"I missed you too, Isabella. Always be careful. I love you, honey." is that the ruthless queen Jane was talking about? Sulpicia is sweet and caring inside but of course when she's in duty she was scary and strict but even so, I still love her like a second mother Renee being always the first.
"I love you too, Cia." I said then hung up. I walk in to the grocery store with a smile. I can finally tell Rosalie and the others my secret. I can only hope they won't get angry with me when they found out I knew all along what they are. Vampires.
A/N: a short chapter but I hope you enjoyed it. I read some of the reviews and I am delighted to know that you liked the story so far. Thank you so much for reading. Please be patient for the next update I haven't started writing it yet.
Next will be the La Push and Shopping with the Cullens sisters.