here is the second chapter. I had messed up. Thank you SagaObsessed for letting me know. I hope you like this chapter too.
Bella (still Sunday)
I felt someone shaking me. I felt around for my blanket thinking I was in bed but I felt sand. I still felt someone shake me again. I slowly opened my eyes and saw me looking at me.
I sat up quickly knocking heads with me.
"ow" she said.
"oh, that's going to leave a mark" I said rubbing my head.
"no kidding" she said rubbing hers.
I tired standing up again, looking at me. She looked just like me but with shoulder length brown hair with red streaks. Mine is a little longer. Her eyes are dark brown with gold flicks in them. Mine are lighter. She was looking at me, probably sizing me up.
We walk around, looking at each other. I'm trying to figure out how she looked just like me. I don't know anyone in our family who would've had twins or if she's related somehow.
"is it me or do you find this weird" I said
"no, it's weird." she said. At least she doesn't sound like me.
"who are you and why do you look like me" I said
"I could say the same. But since you asked, my name is Elizabeth Morgan. But people call me, Beth. And you"
"I'm Isabella Swan but call me Bella" I said.
"well nice to met you, Bella" Beth said holding out her hand.
"you too, Beth" I said.
We both shook hands. It was weird talking to someone who looks like me. We kept looking at each other smiling. That's something different too. We don't smile the same. I wonder if people could tell us apart if needed. I was biting my lip wondering how this is possible.
"I don't do that" she said. Nodding towards my lips.
"what" I said confused.
"bit my lip. That's different"
"I do when I'm trying to think. Or nervous. It's a habit"
"I bit my nails when I think or am nervous" she said.
"I play with my hair too. I just twirl it when I'm talking to a guy. It's not flirting I'm just nervous. Well depending if he's cute" I said laughing.
"that's different too. We don't laugh the same either" she said.
"oh this is so weird. I mean, you look like me but we act different. That's either a good thing or bad thing." I said.
"I know what you mean. it's differently weird but exciting at the same time. Have you ever seen the parent trap movie. You know with the twins sisters" Beth said excited
"yeah I have. I doubt we're twins sisters with divorce parents though" I said sadly.
"why's that. You never know we could be related"
"my parents died four years ago."
"oh I'm so sorry I didn't know" Beth said sadly.
"it's o.k" I half smiled.
"well if it helps any, I found out I'm adopted"
"oh" I didn't know what to say after that.
"well why don't we sit down and talk about things. We can get to know each other better" Beth said.
We sat down on the beach talking for a long time. I got to know a lot of things about her and she knew things about me. I felt bad that she lost her baby and that her jerk of an ex didn't want it. But at least her dad was there to help her out. I told her that I could probably help her, found her real parents. Since I know people who work with the police and it could be faster then waiting for a PI to find something. She was happy about that.
I was getting ready to leave when Beth grabbed my arm. I looked at her confused. she had a smile on her face. I just met her and her smile was scaring me. It was like she had some plan.
"I know we just met and all but I have this idea. Just hear me out before you say something o.k." she said
I nodded. Somehow I have a feeling I'm not going to like it.
"o.k. so I know we know are twins, we look alike but are different, right. Well what would you say in trading places for a while. I mean you can be me and I can be you. You said you don't know a lot of people and work from home. I could get to know Port Angles too. It would get me used to being someplace different. We just wont tell people who we are"
I stood there for a minute and stared at her with my mouth open. She can't be serious. I mean, this could end bad.
"are you crazy. I don't know a lot of people but people will know the difference between us. Don't you think. Let's just say I went up to your dad and we started talking don't you think he would notice. Or if you went up to my friends, don't you think they'll too." I said getting upset.
"not really. We don't do it for long. One week. That's it. My dad lives in forks so I can see him anytime I want. And your friends wont know either. Haven't you ever wanted to be someone else for one day. Just to see how the person lives. Just to be someone else. This's what we will do, so it wont get confusing"
We sat down again, Beth thought of the plan. At first it sounded crazy but now, it sounded interesting. I can get away from Seattle for one week. She can go Port Angles to get to know the place. I just hope this plan of hers doesn't back fire somehow.
"O.k. let's just say we do this, how are we going to keep in contact just in case something happens" I said.
"here hand me your phone" Beth said. I handed it to her. She typed her number and called hers on it.
"now we have each others number. We can text each other but call if it's really important."
"how about emails. That way if I found something, I can email you the info" I said
She took out a piece of paper, wrote her email and handed it to me.
"any questions" she said smiling.
Everything she said sounds interested. I can pretend to be someone else for a while and just forget. I have a feeling I'm going to regret this somehow.
"O.k. one week. But if and when things get complicated, we switch back. If we're going to do this, we need to know about the people we'll be running into. Like is there anyone I need to know that I have to pretend to be you"
"I moved into my place two weeks ago. I'm still learning the area. I haven't met my neighbors yet. I've seen them a few times but haven't talked to them. So you're clear. Plus I'm trying to look for work too. So that wont be a problem. And before you ask about rent and bills, it's covered by my dad until I can get a job. Now what about you"
"well I'm here staying with my family friend Jacob Black. He was suppose to come get me, so you might see him. He knows everything about me. We grew up together. We never dated just stayed friends. He's the only one I know. Oh and of course, Mike Newton. He lives in my apartment building. He's annoying. He has been trying go out with me. I keep telling him no, so be on the look out for him" I said.
We talked a little longer until I notice it was getting late. Jacob should be getting here soon. We talked about meeting again here at the beach to exchanged cars and id's. So for one week, I'm going to be Beth Morgan. I really hope this doesn't blow up at us.
Beth (Sunday)
I can't believe I thought of this plan. I remember seeing the movie the parent trap and thought, it would be fun to switch places with a twin to see how they live. I mean I have a great life with my dad and all but sometimes you just have to wonder what the other person's life is like too. Plus Bella seems to be a cool person to change places with.
I felt bad that her parents passed away along with my mom. So we can relate. This plan is only for a week too. It's not like anything will happen. My dad is in forks, so I can call him if I need too. I haven't met my neighbors so that shouldn't be a problem. Unless they decide to be friendly and introduce themselves while Bella is me. Then that's going to be interesting.
We talked some more about each other. It started getting late when Bella noticed someone walking towards the beach. She pulled me aside so this person couldn't see us.
"that's probably Jacob. He goes by Jake. He calls me Bells. He uses my full name when I don't feel like talking. I doubt you'll see Billy, Jake's dad. So no worry there."
I saw a tall guy, russet skin, long black hair tied to the back walking towards us. He's really good looking. I wonder why doesn't Bella date him.
I hear him call her name. I look at her and see what she wanted do. She pushes me out of hiding and points to Jacob. She wants to see if this switch thing work. I walk up to Jacob. He sees me and smiles. He has a nice smile. He hugs me really close, I can feel his warm body. It sends my body tingling all over.
He lets go, looking at me, smiling. I smile, looking up at him.
"you look different. More relaxed. Did you enjoy your time here." he said.
"yeah, it was what I needed thanks, Jake" I said smiling. He smiles back and grabs my hand.
He walks me back to Bella's truck. I look at the thing and cringe. It looks old. He lets go of my hand and opens my door. We stand there for a minute and I wonder if he notices I'm not Bella. He smiles at me and I look at him. I glance behind him, seeing Bella standing there watching. She looked nervous.
"well I'm glad you came to visit. I have been telling you to come and see us more but I know it's still hard to come home" he said. He smiled sadly.
"I know. It's still hurts when I think about them. But I'm glad that I have you as a friend to help me pull through this" I said. I put my hand on his arm. He seems happy by that jester.
"well you know I'd do anything for you, Bells. You're family. you know that. If you ever need anything. I'm here" he said, putting his hand on my face. I lean into his touch.
I look over at Bella again and she looks sad. I don't know if it's the touch or that he's buying it. He pulls away and gives me a kiss on the cheek.
"well you're stuff is in the truck. Have a safe trip home and call me when you get there o.k. or I'll drive up to check on you" he said pulling me into another hug. I hug him back and smile. I look over at Bella again and she's smiling a little. I guess he did buy the act.
Jake lets go, walks back to his car, drives off waving. I wave back until he's gone. I turn around and see Bella coming towards me.
"I can't believe he bought that you're me. I mean he knows me and he thought you were me" she said surprised.
"I guess I pulled you off good." I said smiling
"I guess" she said looking sad.
"hey we don't have to do this if you don't want to. Just say the word"
"it's not that, it's just shocking that he bought it. I've know him for so long and it's just weird, that's all"
" I know it's weird. But it's only a week. If you don't feel right about this we can switch back and tell Jake it was a joke we were playing that day. If he gets mad just tell him, it was my idea so he isn't mad at you. And what is with this truck. Couldn't you get something better. I mean it looks hundred years old" I said laughing.
"well Jake would buy the joke thing. When he sees us, he would think it was a big joke. And what do you mean about my truck, my dad bought that truck for me from Jacob. It's the only thing I have that….."
"oh, shit, I'm sorry. I didn't mean.." I said looking away.
"no, it's fine. You didn't know. Anyways, it's just a week and we can do this, right. Everything will be fine" she said. She was trying to convince herself more then me.
"yeah, don't worry. I give you permission to look around my house. Make yourself feel at home. I don't have secrets or anything. That way if you need anything, you know where everything is" I said.
"the same too. Except there is a box in my extra bedroom, all I ask is please don't touch it. It's personal and I haven't touched it since. Well you know" she said looking sad.
I walked over to her and hugged her. She needed it. I was able to get over my mother's death with the help from my dad but some days it's hard. Bella lost both parents. It has to be harder for her. She cried on my shoulder while I comforted her.
When she's done, she starts to laugh at my shirt and says she'll buy me a new one. I wave it off as no big deal. We tell each other more things about our homes, get into each others cars and drive off.
I'm trusting her with my home like she is with hers. I think we can be good friends too even if it is weird we look the same. Bella writes down her address and how to get there. I hope I can figure out how to go from point A to Point B.
Her Apartment building is small but looks friendly. I walk to the elevator, press the number 2. She said she hates to view from her window but loves it on the roof. I'll have to check it out sometime.
When I get off the elevator, some blonde hair guy walks out of his apartment and smiles big when he sees me.
"Bella, you look different today. Did you do something with your hair. It looks good" the guy said.
I look at him strangely. I wonder if this is Mike that Bella mentioned.
"um, yeah, I uh… cut it and add highlights. You know something different for a change" I said.
"well it looks good. Hey, I was wondering if you're busy tomorrow night. I thought we can go out to eat or something" he said rubbing the back of his neck.
"uh, Mike, I don't think that's a good idea. I'm busy tomorrow. Sorry" I said walking away.
"what about Tuesday" he calls back.
Yep, that is Mike. Damn she wasn't joking about him. I walked fast to Bella's door, grabbed her keys and put them in the lock. I turned around and Mike was next to my door, waiting for my answer.
"well I don't know. Let me think about it" I said. I walked in before I can get an answer.
Her place looked homey. Small living and kitchen. The bedroom had a connected bathroom. The spare room is her office. There's a small dresser with men's clothes in there too. She said Jake comes down to visit and stays with her sometimes. The extra bathroom looked like it hadn't been used for a while. She said she doesn't have many friends and is at home mostly.
I walk around and see pictures everywhere. Of her and her parents, Jake and her, Jake and some people. I wonder if they're his parents, and a few other people. I'm going to have to ask her someday about them. I see mostly pictures of her and her parents. They must have been really great people.
I notice it's getting late and decided to head to bed. I didn't know if it was alright to sleep in her room or the couch. I didn't want to intrude that much. We had forgot to exchange clothes too. I looked through her clothes and noticed we're the same size too. I changed into a shirt and shorts, took her blanket and crashed on the couch. I'll call her tomorrow and ask if I can sleep in her bed.