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Chapter Four: The Meadow

I was lying on my stomach on Edward's couch in his room, trying to concentrate on the book I was reading.

It had been two days since our encounter with Jacob. I tried to keep my mind off it, but it was Jake's expression that kepy coming back to me. I didn't tell Edward this, of course, because some things aren't meant for him to hear. Especially something like this coming from me.

I actually wish he would have just killed me and be done with it than give me the look he did. It was like he was actually trying to make me feel hurt and guilty. But, then again, I'm sure that's exactly how he felt.

The day before, I had caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror and I was shocked sensless. I new that all the vampires were beautiful, I mean, just look at Alice and Rosalie, but this was...weird.

My skin was now as pale as the Cullens' and my eyes were a bright tawny colour like the others'. I was much slimmer around the waist and my lips were fuller. My cheeks had a permanent light pink flush to them and when I opened my mouth...fangs. They looked strange in my mouth, but at the same time, I loved them. They were pointed and sharp, sure to puncture any surface.

We still hadn't figured out my skill yet. I caught Emmette and Alice argueing over what they thought it was last night, then Jasper came in and used his skill to make them calm down.

The door leading to Edward's bathroom opened and I was left sitting there, staring like a complete idiot.

His bronze hair was wet and was ruffled where he'd been trying to dry it and he was wearing nothing but a towel around his waist.

I couldn't believe I didn't hear the shower being turned off. I should have been listening instead of letting my mind get clouded about Jacob.

"Um...I-I didn't hear..." I stammered. I swear, if I could have blushed, I'd be as red as an apple.

Edward seemed hardly fazed by the unconfortable atmosphere of the situation.

"I thought you went to the mall with Alice," he said, crossing the room to his closet to pull out some clothes.

"Change of plans," I explained as my gaze lingered everywhere excpet him. Or I tried to do that anyway. One thing I was grateful about though: he couldn't read my thoughts. He'd never let me live it down if he knew what was running through my mind.

He nodded as he stepped inside his large closet, disappearing from my view. A moment later, he came back out dressed in some worn, faded jeans and a white button-down shirt. He looked exactly like some European god. If I still had a pulse, my heart would be beating so fast he'd be able to hear it.

"So since you and Alice cancelled your plans, are you doing anything important?" He asked as he threw his towel in the clothes hamper.

I shook my head, beginning to get slightly suspicious. "No...why?"

He smiled my favourite crooked smile...and I nearly melted. "It's a surprise."

"Aw, Edward, you know I don't like surprises." I groaned, standing up and walking over to him, wrapping my arms around his neck.

He placed his hands on my hips and leaned down, brushing his lips aginst mine. "Trust me," he whispered, staring into my eyes. "You'll like this surprise. I promise."

"Well...what do these plans involve? Car, walk?" I prompted, trying to get more information out of him.

"Both." Was his reply.

"Well, that really narrows things down," I said, my voice dripping with sarcasm.

He held my face in his hands and kissed my forehead. "Don't worry, Bells. You'll find out soon enough."

I reluctantly gave in, leaving it at that. "When do we leave?"

"Right now if you're ready."

I nodded. "Yeah. Let's go, then."

He took my hand and led me out of his - well now it's our - room and down the stairs where everyone minus Jasper and Alice were sitting.

"We'll be back later," Edward called, already out the door and pulling me quickly towards the Volvo.

He opened my door for me and I got in, pulling my seat belt on as he shut my door and got in the driver's side.

He started the car and screeched out of the drive way, the wheels spinning against the gravel as we took off.

His maniac driving didn't scare me as much anymore, especially since if we wrecked, it wouldn't kill us, but it still left me a little jumpy.

The suspense was killing me, so I asked, "Edward, can't you just give me a hint? Please?" I puckered up my bottom lip and gave him my wide, innocent eyes.

He carefully avoided my eyes, knowing he'd probably give in if he looked at me. "No, Bella. You're going to find out."

I huffed, crossing my arms over my chest and looked directly ahead out the windshield.

The ride was silent for the fifteen minutes it took us to get to our destination and when Edward stopped the car, I knew where he was taking me.

We were on the old road with the forest path which led the the meadow, one of my favourite places.

Edward looked over at me, grinning. "I'm guessing I can't keep this a secret from you any longer."

I shook my head, a smile creeping across my face, "No, you can't."

He got out of the car and in an instant was at my door, opening it and taking my hand, helping me out.

One other advantage to being a vampire was that I was now very graceful. No more falling over or tripping for me.

Edward looked at me, a mischievous smile playing on his lips. "Race you?"

I chuckled lightly, "You're on."

"Okay, take your position," Edward said as he stood beside me. "Ready...set...go!"

I took off as fast as my legs would carry me, which were just a blur beneath me. Edward streaked past me with ease; he was still faster than me, and I was sure nothing would change that. He was, after all, the fastest runner out of all the Cullens.

After only a minute or two, after crossing about five miles, the meadow opened up before me in all its glory and beauty.

Edward was already there, laying in the tall grass. It was safe to be out since the sun was safely concealed behind masses of gray clouds. It wasn't raining yet, but I was sure it would soon.

Being in the meadow, now a vampire, was better than I ever imagined. I could see everything. Every outline in the bark on the trees, every stray leaf falling from the branches high up, even notice the birds' nests. The smell of the flowers was overpowering and I loved it. I could also hear every small sound. The snap of a twig as a small rabbit stepped on it, the chirp of small baby Blue Jays.

I laid down beside Edward, a grin plastered to my lips. He turned on his side towards me and kissed my cheek. "So how do you like it? Being a vampire?"

I paused in thought, but the answer jumped right to my mind. "Perfect."

He closed his eyes, turning onto his back again and I stared up at the sky and around me.

It was so quiet and peaceful here, that if I could still fall asleep, I would have been out like a light.

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Okay, there it is. Sorry it was shorter than the others. I'll try to have the next chapter up soon. Review Please!!!

Oh, and let me just say, man I wish I was Bella (hence the beginning of this chapter.) lol