Ok, so I admit... I couldn't stay away from my story any longer although I only updated yesterday... I'm pathetic... lol
Also, it's raining here... 10:18am here O.o XD so i can't go outside! all the more time for making this chappie longer!
And since only Kolored suggested what Edward became, and got it correct, she wins! K, Kolored, you get to choose what Edward and Bella will be forced to do to bring them together! Only if you want to though XD
ON WITH THE STORY!!
Chapter 3 - Coming Home
Bella POV - 16
I just couldn't decide what was bothering me. Was it school? No, I got perfect grades in that.
I got an epiphany when I thought of Renee. She was so happy with Phil... I couldn't bear to pull them apart and he was already travelling. Renee was happier when he was around. I decided I'd move back with Charlie, the father I hadn't seen or contacted since I was nine. That made seven years. No contact with Alice, Emmett or Edward either. Wow. That was a long time.
"Bella? I'm back!"
"Hi, mum! I'm in the kitchen."
Renee walked through the kitchen door and smiled at me, "So, Bella, what're we going to do today?"
I took a deep breath and said, "Erm, mum? I wanna move back with Char- I mean Dad."
Her eyes widened, "Honey, why?"
"Because I feel like I'm the third wheel when Phil's here and when he's away, you're miserable."
So that was how I found myself on a plane to Forks, Washington the next week, listening to the Red Jumpsuit Apparatus on my ipod. Grim Goodbye seemed somewhat fitting for the occassion. And so that was how I passed the time. That and reading Jane Eyre (brilliant book, read it, honestly). Well, and playing Pokemon... But still, it felt like no time at all until I looked up and saw everyone getting their stuff. I quickly stood up and grabbed my carry on bag, slinging it over my shoulder.
(ok, since i am not a morning person, i am not writing the whole Charlie Bella new red truck Forks High School crap. if you've not read the book, then bella meets her dad, he says he gave her a truck)
"Bella, have you heard from the Cullens recently?" Crap, I thought I could avoid that subject.
"Erm, no... but I'll see them at school tomorrow, so I'll talk to them then..."
"Good, Bella. Edward's really changed since you left... He withdrew into himself more, and more... Now even I don't know what's going on, and I am still privy to the Cullens' business." He managed a small smile as he left me to unpack in silence.
The thoughts all rushed into my mind. What happened? Did he attempt suicide? Was he a druggie? Alchoholic?
All the possibilities swirled around my mind, forcing me to sit down as I gathered my thoughts.
The night carried on as if the discussion earlier never happened and before I knew it, I had showered, cleaned my teeth and was snuggled down in bed. Without anything to occupy my mind however, I broke down in tears, the sobs racking through my body. That night, for the first time, I cried myself to sleep over Edward Cullen.
I was considering ending this chapter there, but i wanted to know what happened lol
here's part two of chapter 3...
The next morning, I woke up feeling somewhat relaxed. I stumbled over to my bathroom and scrubbed at my teeth furiously with a toothbrush and some Colgate. Once that had been done to my satisfaction, I walked over to my wardrobe and selected my outfit. I chose light gray skinny jeans, a turquoise green turtle neck and fluffy boots in the same shade. Once I tried, and failed, to tame my bird's nest, I pulled it back into a ponytail, leaving my fringe out. I grabbed my dark green knee length jacket with many pockets and fell down the stairs.
Luckily, Charlie was already at work, so I was free to leave when I pleased. I grabbed some toast and left for school in my extremely noisy truck. I got to school eventually, I swear, that thing has a 55 mph speed limit, and pulled up in front of the main office. I got my timetable, then went back to my truck so I could place it in a slightly safer enviroment.
That's when I saw them... some of them at least. Alice, Emmett, Rosalie and Jasper were standing outside a silver 2005 Volvo S60R (yes i am so sad i know the exact make of edward cullen's car), waiting patiently for the bell to ring. I didn't see Edward anywhere, but then I realised he was sitting inside the car.
The bell rang.
Edward opened his door.
Edward stepped out.
I gasped.
Alice, Jasper, Emmett and Rosalie just started walking off to class.
Leaving Edward to do his own thing.
Edward was wearing a pair of Vans, dark gray skinny jeans with a chain belt around them, a hooded jacket rolled up to the elbows and wristbands.
I dragged my gaze up to his face.
I staggered slightly. Nothing could have prepared me for this...
His face was as pale as chalk, framed by layered long and straightened bronze locks, contrasting with emerald eyes outlined in slight black eyeliner.
His face was somewhat hollow though... I was sure I'd seen it before, but I couldn't quite place it...
It was as he was facing some internal battle which was taking it's toll on his body.
(Now, I know Bella has Biology after Lunch, but i'm changing the rest.)
I headed over to English. God, the Lord of the Flies, that book was getting on my nerves now, with all that faffing around seeing floating pig heads. The second it finished, I was out the door and headed towards Drama.
Lord, was I surprised to see Edward there. Luckily, he didn't look up at me at all. Finally the bell rang.
I had Art next, and was also surprised to see Edward there. Again, he didn't look at me, he was too engrossed in his sketch. I, myself was drawing Edward and I's Wedding from when we were five. The bell rung, yet again.
I stifled a groan as I made my way to Algebra. I was eternally grateful for his not sharing that particular class as I was EXTREMELY bad at it. Time flies when you're solving Maths problems, and it was time for lunch.
I dragged my feet towards the doors and shoved them open half-heartedly. I joined the end of the queue and waited anxiously for my turn to get my pizza. The last thing I wanted to do was encounter Edward, Alice, Jasper, Rosalie or even Emmett. I shuddered subconsiously.
Once the line was over and I had sat down at a table, Wuthering Heights in hand, I let the book absorb me and my hair fall over my face. Time also happens to fly when you're reading a good book so all too soon, it was over and I left for Biology.
This was the only class the teacher introduced me in, "Class, this is Isabella Swan."
A hoarse voice cut in before the teacher could say any more, "Bella?"
Everybody turned to stare at Edward Cullen as he continued gazing at me, slackjawed. Whispers broke out. "Woah, he talked!" or "WTF?!" were the most common.
I replied softly, "Yes, that's me, Eddie."
He started to smile, then held his arms out for a hug. I gladly ran into them. When he winced, I pulled back though.
"What's wrong?"
"Nothing," he said, sitting down. The lesson sadly begun. Once it ended, Edward leant over to me and asked, "Hey, what do you have next?"
"Music," I replied.
"'Kay, I'll walk you there, that's my next class too."
"Sure, okay."
We both walked into music at the same time. I took my guitar out (did I mention I play guitar? 'cause I do) and started plucking a few scales.
"Edward Cullen, you know perfectly well you can't wear wristbands at a school piano. It might affect your flexibility," scolded the teacher.
Edward sighed and removed his wristbands...
On his right, there were a few half healed scars, while on his left were several dots. I stood up and walked closer, grabbing his wrists. The dots were needle marks, no doubt about it.
I glared at him and muttered, "Play along." I then pretended to faint. Edward made swift work of it, and asked if we could be excused. What teacher could say no to Edward even if he was a druggie?
Edward carried me out of the class, bridal style. I was surprised he hadn't lost his muscles after all the drugs to be frank.
He sat me down on a bench and said grimly, "Now, let's talk."
Next time: Edward Explains
i might try it in Edward's point of view... why don't you review and let me know if it's a good idea? it'll count towards the 5 i require for inspiration...
oh, if you're wondering why i made edward a druggie emo, 'tis becuse i have found NOT ONE where edward gets depressed after Bella leaves. huffs
well, i was wondering, what would happen if edward was addicted to heroin at the same time? and im thinking of making him bisexual... what do you think?
bye XD hilary
