A/N:
Disclaimer: I do not own twilight.
Chapter 12
Bella's POV
It truly looked like a wonderland as was promised by the motto. I was impressed. What an amazing location!
Before I forgot my job completely, I went inside, got the camera and walked around photographing everything. I still was photographing when someone called me and told me that the first guests will be here in a few minutes.
I took place next to the arch where the couples could take photos before they entered. After I had photographed about ten couples I really got into it and I had great fun. But looking at all the couples made me realize that Andy was not here yet.
Not thinking about his promise wasn't easy between these happy couples. However, after while I didn't even have the time to think about him because of the many guests who wanted to be photographed.
It started to dawn. The lights looked amazing. So, I decided to walk around for a while to get that special atmosphere on a photo.
Before I realized it, it was already dark. The official beginning would start in a few minutes. I made my why into the cabin to get a good place for the camera. The opening dance show was done by the seniors.
It truly looked amazing. I was surprised by their tactfulness, they danced so good. Everyone clapped enthusiastically at the end of the show. I took a lot of photos of their show in hope Eric would get at least one that's good.
The opening was over and the most people went to get something to drink. I decided to do the same. Photographing really was exhausting. I found a place to stay and watched the dancing couples.
Where was Andy? I decided to call him. Maybe something had happened on their way home. Just as I was looking through my bag, someone tipped on my shoulder. That must be Andy.
"Finally, you are here A-" I stopped talking as I turned around. I couldn't believe my eyes who stood there.
"ALICE!" I hugged her immediately. What a surprise!
"What are you doing here? I can't believe it!" We hugged again and screeched like little girls. I still couldn't believe Alice was here.
"Bella you look lovely today. I am so proud of you. The dress suits you."
"Aww, thanks Alice. But look at you!" Alice wore a long, dark purple dress. She looked like a movie star. It fit her perfect. Her pale skin emphasized perfectly with the dark colour of her dress. It was high-necked. Therefore, she didn't wear a necklace only long silver earrings, which hung down next to her face. Alice wore silver shoes and a massive silver bracelet. Her hair and makeup was, of course, perfect.
"Thank you Bella." I am happy that I made it. She smiled like an angel.
We enjoyed our time together. She told me a lot about New York and her new friends there. And she had a crush on someone. But she didn't want to tell me the name of the lucky boy. We talked about my life. Andy, dad, the gang. It felt good finally speaking to her directly and not over the phone like we did the last few weeks. Alice wanted to dance. She was full of energy. We danced like we were the only ones in the huge cabin.
It was exhausting. I had to take a break after three songs. So, I left Alice alone on the dancefloor and got myself something to drink. I stood aside the dancefloor and watched Alice. She truly was amazing. My thoughts went around and I thought of Andy again. I wanted to call him. But it was too loud in here to talk on the phone, so I wrote him a short message asking where he was.
A few songs later I wanted to join Alice again. But before I could approach her, I froze. For a moment, I didn't breathe. This song. One of my favourite songs played. What an evening! I closed my eyes for a moment and enjoyed it.
I was a quick, wet boy, diving too deep for coins
All of your street light eyes wide on my plastic toys
I felt so many different emotions at the same time. This song meant so much to me. I tried to breathe consistent.
When I opened my eyes again, the first thing I saw were beautiful flowers.
It was a little bunch of blue flowers. My dress was slightly darker than the flowers. I thought I was dreaming. Andy was such a romantic guy! Tears filled my eyes. I leaned my head towards his chest and tried to breathe constantly. My heart beat faster. The first strophe of the song was over and I turned around. I wanted to kiss him. Right know. No matter who was watching.
Edward's POV
Alice hasn't noticed me yet. I photographed her with her friend. They both looked happy. I still was hoping she wouldn't freak out if she recognizes me. But at the moment I didn't care, I had to try.
After a while of watching them I decided to take a break. I drunk and ate. I tried to stay invisible during my spying break. When I got back Alice was alone. I was confused for a moment. Where was her friend? A few moments later I had them both on 'my screen' again. My hands got sweaty. It was hot in here. But I had to wait for the perfect moment.
I approached from behind so that neither Alice nor her friend would recognize me. As I stood a few meters away my heart beat faster. I looked at her in detail. She was beautiful. It was a long time ago that I had seen such a beautiful woman. Her hair was bound together to a loosely knot, a few strands of it hang in her face. She wore a simple necklace which was just perfect for her neckline. Her chest raised and lowered constantly. She took a few deep breaths. Her strapless, dark blue dress nestled to her body. She was breath taking. The prettiest girl I have ever seen. Before my thoughts could drift away I took my chance.
I stepped forward. Now, I stood directly behind her. I smelled her scent. She still smelled lovely.
Then I reached out with my right hand. In it a bunch of blue flowers. I held it in front of her face. She didn't react. I started sweating. What was wrong? I glanced at her. Her eyes were closed.
I decided to wait until she opened them again. Which happened a few moments later. She suddenly was breathing faster and held her left hand on her mouth. She was fighting with tears. My heart went wild for a few seconds. How would she react? Will she be mad at me? I was afraid. But now it was too late for regrets because Bella turned around.
Bella's POV
As I turned around. He whispered. "Hey Bells." Ahh, his sexy voice. Wait; What? Andy never called me Bells. But who stood there? I slowly opened my eyes to look at Edward Cullen's green eyes.
"H-hello, E-Edward." I stumbled. My heart was beating extremely fast. I couldn't believe it. I had to smile.
"Hello Bella, I am happy to see you again, too." He answered with a grin on his face.
Finally, my voice was back again. I stared at him in disbelieve.
"What is it with you Cullens today?" I couldn't hide my happiness.
"Oh, nothing. We just decided to visit an old friend." He looked into my eyes.
"Hmm… I see." I couldn't help myself. I was speechless. We still stood close to each other. His hands were on my back and mine on his chest. As I realized that my cheeks turned red and I tried to look away from him.
"I knew you were somewhere in there." He commented with a laugh. He was amused by my uncertainness.
He leaned his head down to my ear and whispered. "You are beautiful Bella."
I felt how my head turned even more red. Was this a dream? Did Edward Cullen just compliment me? This evening was incredible, unbelievable, I couldn't find the right words. I hugged him.
After I have calmed down a bit, I was able to talk and think normal again. I observed Edward. He wore a black suit, with a white shirt and a tie. The tie was dark blue like his handkerchief and like my dress. I think I would have to talk to Alice about that later.
I was talking to Edward for a while when Alice showed up again. The three of us spent most of the evening together except when I had to make photos. Then Alice went dancing and Edward accompanied me. I was totally aware of his presence, he made me a bit nervous. And the worst was: He knew that. So Edward used every chance to compliment me, to flirt with me or to come close to make myself uncomfortable. Nevertheless, we had so much fun photographing the guests. Edward really was a good assistant and he tried to make me laugh.
It was already after 11 and I haven't seen Andy yet. I checked my phone and saw that he had answered about an hour ago. Ups! He told me that he was at the prom and he was helping his friends selling food.
I tried to hide my disappointment when I answered him. I told him we would meet somewhere for sure. The night was long.
Shortly before midnight I finally found Andy. He wasn't sober anymore. We kissed and I told him that I had to take photos at the announcement of prom-queen and prom-king at midnight. He was very understanding and told me he would wait outside for his Bella-babe. I gave him a quick farewell kiss and left him alone.
Edward and Alice already stood at the dancefloor like many other students. I was looking for a good place for the camera and when I was ready Edward and Alice accompanied me.
The lights were dimmed and the crowning ceremony started. Our head boy said a few words about the location, our seniors and thanked everybody who was here. After his little speech someone handed him the coverts with the results.
Klick, klick, klick. I tried to capture every moment. Firstly, he opened the rose covert. "Our prom-queen of 2011 is…Donna Paulson." Everyone in the room applauded and I captured each one of Donna Paulson's steps to her crown. But when she reached the stage she didn't accept the crown, instead she took the microphone.
"I don't want this crown, because I have already found my prince." She looked at a handsome boy in the crowd, her boyfriend, I guessed. "That's why I want to give the crown to someone else. Our prom-queen of 2011 is … " she was searching for someone in the crowd. "Our prom-queen of 2011 is Bella Swan." She smiled at me. Everyone applauded.
I didn't realize it at the beginning. "Bella Swan, please come up here and get your crown."
My head turned tomato-red. I was meant. "Bella, I think she said your name." Edward whispered in my ear.
I went on stage and got that stupid crown. I still was in shock. I had to take photos, I shouldn't be here.
Afterwards, the prom-king was announced. "Our prom-king of 2011 is… Edward Cullen."
Whaat? I laughed.
Edward walked towards the stage gracefully and took the crown with a big smile on his face.
"Now it's time for their dance."
Edward took my hand and led me to the dancefloor. His other hand was on my back as we were waiting for the music to start.
My head was still tomato-red and I was very nervous. We would dance in front of the whole school. How embarrassing! I was breathing faster.
"Relax Bella. Forget all the people around us. Imagine it is only you and me dancing in a cabin."
I was thankful for his words but it sounded easier as it was. The music started. My favourite song was played the second time this evening.
"Edward, what did you do?" He smiled down at me.
"I tried to calm you down."
"No. Not this. You know what I mean. I mean everything tonight. The flowers. The flirting. Your attempts in making me uncomfortable. The music. The king and the queen. You can't tell me these are all coincidences."
"So, were my attempts successful?" He looked into my eyes.
"Don't try to distract me. I am not stupid."
"I didn't say that Bells. But let us enjoy this moment right now and talk about it later."
"Hmm. Okay"
The song was slowly so we weren't really dancing. And it was like Edward and I were the only one in this big room. The room was completely dark. The fairy lights above us looked like little stars. The atmosphere was romantic. I enjoyed 'dancing' with him. He took me a little closer and his hand on my back went down a bit but at that moment I didn't want to think about it. I tried to enjoy this moment as much as possible.
When the song was over, Edward came closer. I was getting even more nervous. Was he going to kiss me? My heart nearly exploded. He touched my cheek with his cheek. "Thanks for the dance Bells."
We smiled at each other. "Your welcome, prom-king." I answered with an evil grin on my face.
He shook his head and laughed as we left the dance floor.
Alice still stood where we left her with Eric's camera. After that I told them I would go and look for Andy and we would meet later.
I went outside and looked for Andy. After half an hour of searching I found him sitting on a bench. He looked at the stars.
"Here you are. I was looking for you everywhere."
"Hey babe, you found me." I sat down next to him and asked him about his grandma. He told me that she was going to die. He looked at me in sadness.
"I am sorry."
"Thanks. But I still got you for the rest of my life." I ignored that and swallowed loudly. I didn't believe in the long lasting love. That's stupid. But I couldn't tell him right know.
"Bella-babe I am really sorry I was so late today. I promise I won't let you down at the next prom." Aaah. He was thinking of our future again. I felt unwell.
"No problem Andy."
"I am so tired. I think I go home. See you tomorrow?"
"Yep."
We kissed. And Andy left.
I went back to the Cullen-siblings and we enjoyed the rest of the night. Alice left at 2. Edward and I decided to stay a little longer. We had a few drinks, we went dancing, we took a walk around the pond and we laughed a lot. I wasn't completely drunk nor was Edward. We both were only tipsy.
I still took photos but after a while the guests were gone. It was 4 in the morning. I had to go to bed! Then I realized I didn't know where Alice and Edward were sleeping for the night. I asked Edward and he promised that they got a good place to stay. I told him I had to go home. The gentleman he was, he suggested to escort me home. I laughed about the words he sometimes chose.
When we were walking home I thanked him again for the amazing surprises. After that we didn't talk much, we just walked.
As we arrived at my home I told him I would make it to the door by myself. He laughed. I turned around and thanked him for the great evening again.
"You look so pretty today."
"Thank you. You look ok." I wasn't speechless this time and I was proud of it for a moment.
He rolled his eyes and smiled. Edward took a step closer. I didn't move. He looked at me as he stepped closer. We looked at each other. I waited what he would do.
He leant closer to me. I expected he would whisper in my ear, like he did before. But not this time. His face touched mine and at the next moment he kissed me softly on the cheek. Then he whispered in my ear. "Goodnight Bella." And turned around to go.
My heart beat fast. I nearly forgot to breathe. I was overwhelmed. I think I enjoyed it; I wanted him to kiss me.
"Edward." I screamed as I followed him. He turned around. I saw in his face that he thought I would kiss him. I smiled.
"Will we see each other before you two leave again?" I tried to sound seriously.
"I don't know, if you want to."
"Okay. Yes, I think this would be nice." I could play this game too.
"Sleep well Bella." He turned around again, ready to leave.
"Edward!"
He smiled as he turned around. "Yes?"
"You too." I grinned at him. He shook his head and turned around to go. But I grabbed his arm and kissed him.
I don't know where that came from, I just had to kiss him.
Edward's POV
She grabbed my arm and kissed me before I could turn away. Her lips on mine was all I needed. Prove that Bella Swan felt something for me as well. I was so happy at that moment. Her scent! Oh. She tasted good.
Our tongues met. It felt amazing. The kiss got more intense. It felt completely different than any kiss in my life so far, this was the best kiss. She buried her hands in my hair and I took her closer. I never wanted this moment to end. Edward Cullen is kissing Bella Swan. I would never forget that kiss.
A/N:
They finally had an amazing kiss!
Writing this made so much fun! I enjoyed it greatly. I hope you did as well while reading it!
Please let me know what you think about that chapter! Especially about the kiss and the surprise visit from the Cullens.
Review!
You thought: What?! Blue flowers?
The blue flowers Edward gave her look like the ones in the new story image.
I don't know a lot about American proms. Therefore, I tried to put some of the clichés in it. And I hope you can imagine the location. Believe me it looks stunning in my head. ;-)
If anyone is interested; the song was: Flightless Bird – American Mouth
And yees it is the song from the movie. I liked the soundtrack and I think it fits the situation.
I am going on a journey with my friends for the next two weeks. Finally :D
I'll publish the next chapter when I am back.
Have a great summer everyone!
amelie
