Chapter 3
The next morning, I woke up to an annoying prod on my cheek. The pressure kept coming back as I moaned and pulled my arms over my head, slowly rolling over into a hard lump.
I raised my fist and punched Emmett in the side as I squinted up at him.
"What?" I groaned as he grinned at me, slurping at his breakfast as he sat cross legged in bed, watching me.
"Edward was here," Emmett said casually.
Immediatly, I pushed myself up, glancing at my bedroom door wide open. My breathing hitched.
"What?" I whispered shouted at him, pulling the covers up across my body in case he was still here.
"I said, Edward was-" Emmett began as he swallowed.
"I heard what you said!" I snapped as he raised his hands up innocently, murmuring, "Is he still here?"
"Nope," he popped the p.
"So you just thought to poke me in the face then and wake me up for a false alarm?" I snarled, glaring at him.
"Yep," he popped.
There was silence. I stared at him. Then I hit him on the head.
"You idiot! Why'd you wake me up!" I shouted, grabbing my phone and glancing at it. "Look, he's left me a message. You didn't have to wake me up for God's sake!"
"Sorry," he said sarcastically, rubbing his head where I hit him. "Excuse me for trying to be a good brother."
I sighed. "You're right, sorry. I just...you know I'm not a morning person, and...oh shit. By being a good brother, you were nice to Edward when he turned up, right?"
"Jasper answered the door," Emmett munched. "I invited him in...Just so I could apologise!" He exclaimed looking at my face.
I breathed out.
"What did he say? What did he want?"
"Just saying sorry about the other night. He said for you to check your phone and get back to him as soon as possible...that's why I woke you up. Oh, and he asked me if it was alright if you two could see each other," Emmett scoffed. "I may have been harsh earlier, but it wasn't like I was going to forbid you to ever see him again!"
It was my turn to scoff as I raised my eyebrows at him.
He smirked, glancing at my phone.
"I'll leave you in peace then."
I smiled and thanked him as he shut the door.
I immediatly read his message.
Good morning beautiful. I hope you slept better than I did...I kept having images of a beautiful woman with the most amazing brown eyes and hair flash through my head...not that I minded. Call me when you get this message...I thought maybe we could meet up soon? -E
I quickly dialled him.
"Hello?" A smooth voice answered after the third ring.
"Hey Edward, its Bella," I smiled.
"Bella," I heard him smile. "I thought you were never going to ring!"
I laughed. "Yeah, Emmett eventually got bored of waiting around and woke me up...So you wanted to meet up?"
His voice started to get nervous as he cleared his throat and replied.
"Um, yeah...I guess. I thought maybe we could...um, go for a walk or-"
I heard someone scoff in the background.
"A fucking walk? Are you serious, Edward?" Rosalie whined. "Give me the phone!"
I heard a scuffle and a groan as someone hurt themself.
"Bella? Hey, it's Rose!" Rosalie giggled, hitting something in the background. "I don't know if Emmett mentioned to you, but we're thinking about dating...hope that's okay! Well anyway, I thought that we could go on a double date tonight...you know, me and Emmett and you and Edward? We could go to the movies?"
I grinned. "Sure, I'd love that! I'll go tell Emmett now, oh wait...yep, he's heard," I grinned as he stood at the doorway, chest pumped out as he mouthed Score! at me.
"Great, it's a date! I thought maybe we could go see that latest horror movie...so we could cuddle up," Rose whispered, laughing.
"Sure," I gulped, knowing full well what movie she was talking about. I suddenly had an idea. "Hey, is it okay if mine and Emmett's roommates come to? They're dating and I'd love for you to meet them!"
"Yeah, of course!" Rose smiled. "I'd love to meet them! So, we'll meet at the movies at eight then?"
"Yep, see you then," I smiled, giving Emmett thumbs up.
"Okay, great," Rose sighed as I heard someone in the background grumbling. "Well I'd better pass you back to Edward...he's pissed, ha. Good luck!"
I giggled as I heard Edward tutting.
"I don't know what you find so funny!" Edward grumbled. "Now we won't be able to have any privacy! And I won't be able to talk to you in the cinema, so it's gonna be a crap date!"
"Shit, you're right," I sighed.
"Unless..."
"Unless what?" I frowned.
"We could go out to dinner before, or go for a walk after or something?" Edward asked hopefully.
"What is it with you and walking?" I laughed at him.
"Is there something wrong with exercising, Bella?" Edward chuckled.
"Nope," I smiled.
"Good...walking can be fun, you know?" Edward whispered seductively as I froze at his sexy voice.
"Bella? Are you there?" Edward questioned.
"That was so fucking hot," I whispered as he cleared his throat and chuckled again.
"I'm glad you think so," I could see the smirk he had on his face as he said that.
"Right, so walking it is? Mind you, I don't think I'll be much company. Ever since my eighteenth I swore I would never watch a horror film again after I was forced to watch Final destination 3 and Saw by Emmett...I hate horror films," I whispered.
"Relax, Bella. I'll be at your side at every step of the film. If you don't want to watch it, we can leave. It's no problem, honey, so relax," Edward hushed me as I whimpered pathetically.
"Well if you're sure," I said hesitantly.
"I'm more than sure!" Edward laughed. "So what are you doing for the rest of the day?"
"Um, not much. Just waiting around I-"
"BELLA!" A high pitched squeal came from down the corridor.
Alice.
"Shit," I muttered as Edward groaned.
"Who was that?" Edward winced as Alice ran into my room and started pacing beside my bed.
"Bella, Emmett told me you made up! And that we're going on a triple date thing tonight! Woo! Can't wait to officially meet your man! This is gonna be so much fun! We have to go shopping for tonight! Find something really sexy! Yeah? Sounds good?" Alice paused, looking at me. "Oh, are you on the phone?"
She never seizes to amaze me.
"Sorry, I've gotta go. I'll see you tonight then...?" I whispered into the phone as Alice raided through my wardrobe.
"Oh," Edward said disappointedly. "Of course, Bella. See you at eight..."
He hung up.
"For fucks sake, Alice! You had to ruin everything, didn't you?" I shouted, scrambling out of my bed and making my way towards the kitchen.
"What the hell did I do now?" Alice retorted, slamming my wardrobe shut and following me. "Gosh, some people are so sensitive." Alice whispered to herself.
I turned round slowly, glaring daggers at her.
"For your information, I'm not really sensitive," My voice grew louder as she pulled a face. "I was on the phone to Edward! It's not like I've had 10 years of knowing my boyfriend, so I would actually like to get to know him without all these fucking distractions!"
"I'm a distraction, am I?" Alice wailed. "I'm sorry I interrupted, but by the way things sound with you, you will get to know him! I can't help it that I met Jasper so quickly, can I?"
I sighed, hugging her and apologising for my snappiness. I looked over her shoulder to see Emmett and Jasper sitting on the couch staring at us like we were crazy.
"Girls," Emmett frowned.
I rolled my eyes and gave him the finger as Alice and I made our way into the kitchen to get breakfast.
Once I was all showered and dressed, Alice towed me out the door, explaining we had to get an amazing outfit for each of us tonight. She made me try on what felt like hundreds of dresses that all looked the same to me, but Alice insisted the detailing was different. On the first shop we entered, Alice bought her outfit; a little floral, bohemian dress. I complained and moaned that she was so lucky that she could just grab any old dress and it would suit her but she shrugged off that complimented insisting she just knew what she was looking for.
On the 65th store we looked in, Alice sighed glaring at my body.
"Hey!" I complained as she looked at it. "My body is not that ugly!"
"I never said that," she said, chewing her lip in deep thought.
She disappeared for a few minutes before returning with a light blue high-waisted skirt and a white tank with some pretty lace cut outs along the chest. In her other arm was a thin grey cardigan.
I raised my eyebrow.
"What?" Alice grinned. "Look, the dresses were nice, but they just weren't you. This is more you...okay maybe a little bit more feminine, but still...Do you like it?"
"I love it!" I smiled. "Let me just try it on, kay?"
"You love it already, huh? You have been stubborn all day about trying things on and with this your smile is spread across half your face!"
I blushed, walking into the changing rooms.
I had to admit, it looked lovely and Alice certainly agreed when she ran into the room to see.
As soon as we got back Alice shoved me into the bathroom telling me to wash my hair and shave. I groaned...more Alice torture, but I had to admit if it meant that I looked good for Edward then it was worth it.
As soon as I was out, she applied some light foundation, some natural eyes shadow and a few strokes of mascara. She curled my hair into beachy waves and clipped my fringe back.
Once I put on the outfit, Alice screamed, giggling and saying how beautiful I looked.
"Here, put these on," Alice shoved a pair of white wedges to me. I strapped them on, wobbling a bit. "You'll be fine! Edward will hold you!"
I grinned.
Alice left me in my room to go get changed and do her hair and make-up. She looked beautiful in her floral dress and seventies heels with socks. Her makeup was a bit darker than mine.
We walked out into the living room where Emmett and Jasper were playing on the Xbox. They didn't look up as we entered.
Alice cleared her throat and they both turned round to look at us.
Jasper's mouth dropped as his eyes roamed over Alice.
"Fuck," he popped as he made his way over to Alice.
I turned away, not wanting to ruin the moment. Emmett was staring at my skirt, deciding whether not he should yell at me for the length, but his eyes met mine as he smiled gently.
I smiled back, trying to ignore the sounds coming from Alice and Jasper beside me.
"Alright, children! You can do that shit later!" Emmett yelled, covering his eyes.
Alice giggled, giving a quick peck on Jasper's lips.
Jasper grabbed his keys from the table and we walked down to the lot.
"You look really pretty, Bells," Emmett whispered in my ear.
I grinned, looking up at him.
"Thanks. You don't look half bad yourself!"
We got to the movies at ten to eight, so we headed on inside and bought some popcorn. I burst into laughter as I looked at Emmett's portion. He continued to try and get more into the pot, but soon gave up.
"That's one big portion you got there, buddy," I smirked.
He stuck his tongue out at me and ruffled my hair, laughing as I screeched, trying to put it right. I hit him on his shoulder.
"Your hair looks more than fine to me, Bella," a velvety voice chuckled behind me.
I spun around, grinning as Edward smirked down at me.
I smiled, twirling my hair between my fingers and looked up through my eyelashes.
"You look beautiful," Edward gulped, looking me up and down.
I walked forwards, putting one hand on his shoulder and the other holding the popcorn, as I kissed his nose.
"I think you look yummy," I giggled licking my lips.
He swallowed, glancing around to see if anyone was looking our way, satisfied, he grabbed me round my waist and pulled me to him.
"Fuck," he whispered in my era. "You have no idea what you're doing to me."
"I think I do," I breathed.
He leaned in and kissed me softly and slowly.
"I'll be right back," he said in between kisses. "I have some...things to take care of."
He winked as he pulled away, heading towards the toilets.
I turned around and saw that Rosalie was helping herself to Emmett's popcorn as he paid and Alice and Jasper were holding hands as they waited over by the wall.
I skipped over to them.
Jasper raised his eyebrows.
"You look happy," he laughed.
"Where's Edward?" Alice asked.
"He just went to the toilet," I blushed.
Jasper's eyebrows raised even higher.
"Fuck," he breathed, looking towards the toilets. "That dude has some hormones!"
I cleared my throat. "Shut up! Emmett will kill me!"
"What? For making a guy have a boner?" Jasper grinned. "That bitch really needs to lighten up! I'd be proud if you were my sister!"
I smacked him on his head as Emmett and Rosalie started to walk over.
"Just...be nice! Okay?" I warned as he nodded, trying to hide a smirk.
"Hey Bella!" Rosalie smiled.
"Hi Rose," I smiled. "Urm, I'd like you to officially meet our roommates, Jasper and Alice."
"It's a pleasure to meet you both," Rose smiled.
"You too...and properly this time, without a commotion," Alice laughed.
"Hey guys, what did I miss?" Edward smiled, looking round at all of us.
Alice and Jasper stared down at Edward's crotch in awe.
I elbowed Alice in the ribs and kicked Jasper's shin, clearing my throat. Jasper quickly snapped out of it and looked round at me guiltily, as I glared at them both.
"Just being introduced," Rosalie said, looking round at us in curiosity.
"Right, well, shall we head on in then?" Edward asked, looking at me.
I nodded, turning around to hand my ticket to the ticket man.
We entered the theatre in a group and were seated. The row went Edward, me, Rosalie, Emmett, Alice then Jasper.
I refused to sit near Emmett as he would probably take the right piss at how frightened I would get during the film and wanted to sit near the aisle in case I wanted to leave.
Edward dug into the popcorn I purchased earlier as the trailers started coming on. I couldn't help notice at how graphic and spooky the trailers were. This usually meant this film was an 18.
I grabbed Edward's hand as soon as the opening scene started. I stared as people were brutally killed and murdered, and blood and guts sprayed everywhere. Zombies came onto the screen and started eating people and I just about choked.
I felt Edward wince at how tightly I was holding his hand but he didn't say anything, instead choosing to wrap his arm around me. I felt Rosalie whimper next to me, and vaguely heard Jasper trying to sooth Alice. As soon as more zombies flooded into the screen and began to do some freaky things with human bodies, I felt like I was going to vomit.
"HOLY FUCK!" Emmett yelled as monsters jumped out of a room. A few people in the audience laughed and chuckled nervously, others just whimpered.
My hands got clammy and my breathing hitched which earned some weird looks from Rosalie and Edward.
"Bella?" Edward whispered. "Do you want to leave?"
I nodded helplessly as Edward explained to the others we were calling it a night after about 20 minutes and explained Edward would take me home. I thought I saw Emmett's grin as Edward pulled me up, but at this point I didn't give a fuck.
I leaned into Edward as he towed me out through the exits.
"Fuck," I whimpered into him. "Don't ever let me watch a horror film again!"
Edward chuckled, but quickly dragged me over to the counter to buy some water.
"Drink this, honey," Edward whispered.
I drank the water, sliding down the wall as my breathing calmed. Edward crouched down beside me, pushing my hair off my face.
"Feeling better?" He asked.
I nodded. "Sorry."
"For what?"
"For making you leave the movie," I whispered, looking up at him.
"Bella, I didn't come here to see some damn movie...I came here to see you," Edward whispered.
"Good," I sighed, dragging myself to stand up. "Let's go for that walk."
"Woah, I think you need to rest a bit-"
"I need some fresh air," I argued.
"Well maybe we shouldn't go for a long walk-"
I spun round to glare at him.
"I want to spend as much time with you as possible, Edward! A long walk is perfect!"
Edward gazed into my eyes, before reaching out and kissing me. I leaned into him, as he held me to his warm body.
"Come on then, let's go," Edward muttered against my lips and then hugged me to his side as we exited the building.
I suddenly realised how cold it got in New York. I only had a thin cardigan and so I began shivering and chattering my teeth.
"Shit," Edward muttered, running his hands up and down my arms. "I have a spare jumper in my car."
He towed me across the lot to the familiar shiny black sports car. The car beeped twice as he unlocked it. He pulled the boot open and grabbed his black hoodie.
"Is this okay?" Edward frowned.
Without thinking I grabbed it and brought it up to my face, breathing in deeply and closing my eyes. I opened them when I breathed out.
Edward raised his eyebrows, not sure what the hell I was doing.
"What?" I said innocently. "You smell good."
Edward smirked, as he pulled the hoodie over my head. He stood back to look and laughed. I looked down. The arms came down past my hands and the hoodie ended at mid thigh, covering my skirt so it looked like I had nothing on underneath.
"What are you laughing at?" I pouted.
"You," Edward said, leaning down to kiss my poured lips.
"Mm..."I sighed, clinging on to him.
I slowly twined my hands into his hair, pulling him down even further to meet me. He groaned, placing his hands on my waist and neck. I pulled back slightly, breathing on to his lips. He breathed in and licked my lip as I let him have entrance to my mouth. His tongue slowly pushed into my mouth, swirling it around and exploring the shape. I did the same, fighting with his tongue as his hands roamed down the sides of my body.
I felt daring, so I purposely swung my hips forward to tease him. He moaned, pulling back.
"I don't think this is a good time to do this, honey," Edward murmured in my ear. He placed a wet kiss on my neck as I leaned to the side.
"Fuck," I sighed.
"I don't think I can go for that walk with...my condition," Edward blushed.
I giggled, running my hands through his hair.
"If you'd like...well...we could go to mine?" Edward mumbled, shyly.
"Seriously?" I smiled, kissing his nose. "I'd love to."
"I don't mean to...well, you know...I mean...I..." Edward bit his lip.
I smirked, leaning towards his ear. "I won't get into your pants, if you won't get into mine."
Edward froze, his breathing speeding up.
"Shit, don't do that to me, Bella!" Edward groaned.
I smirked, walking round the side of his car to the passenger seat.
I heard Edward clear his throat and slam the boot shut as he followed me round and helped me in, then got in the driver's side.
"You're such a tease," Edward whined as he started the car and accelerated at a shocking speed.
I laughed, grabbing my phone and looking through it. I noticed I had an unread message. I clicked on it and was surprised to see it was from Emmett.
If you're at ours, don't make too much noise tonight ;) -Em
What the fuck? I blushed, pissed at how he always thought of sex.
Oh fuck off. I'll purposely cum so loud; you'll have to explain to the neighbours you were watching porn again. Watch the fucking film and leave me alone. -B
My fingers tapped away in frustration as I replied. I got a reply straight away.
You better not! They already think I date you and Alice and that Jasper is along for the ride. Yeah, I am. You missed the zombie tearing a human into shreds and then eating it! I am definitely buying this film and giving it to you for Christmas! -Em
I shuddered and quickly threw my phone onto the back seat.
"You okay, Bella?" Edward said softly, reaching over to take my hand.
I nodded. "Just Emmett being a complete sex-absorbed asshole."
"I see," Edward laughed. "Nearly there."
I looked out the window. I realised we were driving through a place I don't go to often because of the fact I don't belong there – The Upper East side.
Edward pulled us down more busy streets and finally pulled up at a posh looking building with a doorman waiting outside.
Edward got out and quickly walked round the side, opening the door for me. He wrapped his arm around my waist and walked me to the shiny doors.
"The usual spot today, Frank," Edward smiled, handing Frank his keys.
"Yes, sir," Frank answered.
"Please, call me Edward," Edward laughed, opening the door for me.
We walked over to the elevator and entered it. He pressed a button on the side of the elevator and immediatly shoved me into the wall. His lips slowly kissed down my neck and I lifted my head, moaning at the sensation. His hands traced my body, and he lifted the edge of the hoodie up, slowly grazing his fingers across the skin on my hips. I shivered, wrapping one leg around his butt.
My moans increased as I felt my tummy start to quiver in excitement. The familiar sensation started in my tummy increased and I wanted friction badly.
The elevator dinged and stopped moving just as I pushed my hips into where Edward's should have been, only they weren't where they were a second ago. I opened my eyes to see Edward cockily sauntering down the corridor in the direction of his room, obviously begging me to follow him.
"Payback's a bitch, huh?" Edward called over his shoulder. His laughter echoed down the corridor.
I did a running jump and landed on his back. He groaned and knees buckled and we collapsed on the floor, me on top. He lay on his tummy groaning but laughing at the same time.
I leaned down to whisper in his ear. "Yeah, it is, isn't it?"
I rolled off him and lay next to him, staring at him before realising where we were.
"Shit," I grumbled, standing up, anxious that someone would come round the corner and spot us.
"Relax, they don't call it a Penthouse Suite for nothing," Edward winked.
"Penthouse?" I stuttered.
Edward nodded.
"Shit, how rich are you?" I stared at him in disbelief.
He ran his hand through his hair, pulling himself up onto his feet. He chuckled nervously, choosing not to answer the question.
He grabbed my hand and towed me over to the door at the end of the corridor. He unlocked it quickly, letting me in first and following behind. I gasped at the magnificent view of New York out of the huge window in front of me. I looked around the room, in awe of how huge the room was. It was obviously a living room because it had bookcases, white couches and a huge Plasma screen on the wall. The room stuck to a black and white theme, keeping it very modern and young.
I dropped my bag next to the sofa, shrugging off his jumper and wandered over to the windows. It was pitch black outside, but the lights of the buildings and cars below highlighted Central Park. I could see the winding paths and autumn leaves scattered across the ground and could hear the distinctive sound of car horns beeping.
I felt a pair of arms rap around my waist and felt Edward's breathe on my shoulder as he bent to kiss it. I leaned back into him, loving the feel of being in his arms.
I sighed, looking out of the windows and gazing at the beautiful sight.
"Do you like it?" Edward whispered into my ear.
"It's beautiful," I replied, turning round to kiss him.
"Not nearly as beautiful as you," Edward murmured.
I grinned, stroking his face.
"Would you like a drink?" Edward asked.
"Sure," I smiled.
Edward guided me into the kitchen which was breathtaking as well. Again, it stuck to the modern feeling, and had a beautiful, crystal work surface. I sat myself down at the breakfast bar, watching as he moved confidently around the kitchen. I wish I had that grace.
"Is wine okay?" Edward wondered.
"It's more than fine!" I grinned. "You worry too much!"
"Trust me; I'm never normally like this. It's only because you're here – I feel the need to impress you and I'm worried you'll think I'm stupid."
"That's rubbish!" I scoffed. "Just be natural. You already impress me!"
Edward turned around and gave me the most adorable grin ever. It was one of those cheeky smirks that I'd always wanted my boyfriend to have.
"I feel like I hardly know you," Edward frowned as he brought my drink over to me. "I want to know more about you."
"There's not really much to tell," I shrugged, following him out into the living room where he settled himself on the couch. I glanced around, wondering where I was supposed to sit. He gestured for me to come closer so I hesitantly sat on the edge of the seat. He sighed, pulling me to him, so I was resting against his chest.
"Much better," Edward grinned. "I think there is. Why don't we each take it in turns and ask questions about one another?"
I agreed, going first.
"What's your middle name?"
"Anthony," Edward replied instantly. "Yours?"
"Marie," I admitted. "Favourite colour?"
"Hmm...brown...the colour of your eyes," Edward winked. "Yours?"
"Green," I stuck my tongue out as I looked into his eyes. "How old are you?"
"Twenty five," Edward replied, taking a sip of wine. "You?"
"Twenty three," I smiled.
As the night went on, our questions started to get more personal. We started to ask questions about where we grew up, our parent's names, most embarrassing moments and much more. Edward filled up my glass of wine and soon I started to feel a bit tipsy and I noticed Edward being the same. Our questions became more daring as we talked about our first relationships and our sex lives. I learnt that Edward was quite the ladies man when he was my age, but stopped last year when he felt he was using and abusing younger girls by having one night stands.
Things went from amazing to disastrous soon after though.
"What was your first time like?" Edward smirked, kissing my shoulder.
I froze, but he didn't feel me. I quickly tried to cover a story I did not want to talk about.
"Urm, I can't really remember it...it was so long ago," I replied. My hands started to break into a sweat.
"Ah, come on! You can tell me. I mean, it can't be that bad!" Edward chuckled, his hands running up and down my arms.
I jerked away. "Edward, just drop it!" I snapped, as silent tears started falling down my cheeks.
Edward looked concerned, hurt and curious. I leaned away from him, pulling my hands up to cover my face. How could I tell him? I never told anyone about it before...not even my own family...not even Alice...so how could I tell a guy who I only just met my darkest secret?
But he wasn't just a guy, was he? Edward was sweet. He was gentle, polite...beautiful...a perfect gentleman and one of the nicest men I had ever met. But could I trust him with this secret, or would I regret it if I told him? Would he run away screaming? But I had to remember; I did nothing wrong.
"Woah," Edward murmured, sitting up, gently resting his hand on my back and pulling me to him so I was nestled under his chin. "Bella? Whatever it is, you can tell me. I mean, I understand if you can't...but I'm here for you...I want to help you...Did I say something wrong? Did I offend you...oh shit...I did, didn't I?"
"It's not you," I sniffed.
"Then what is it?" Edward frowned.
I looked up, gazing into his eyes and seeing if he really wanted to know and wasn't just saying that.
"My first time...was...forced," I settled for, staring up at him, with tears still streaming down, hoping he would get what I was trying to tell him.
His face was blank for a couple of seconds, before his eyes clicked and he stared down at me, with full attention.
"You were...?" Edward trailed off, in disbelief.
I nodded, watching as his eyes hooded over darkly and he looked so upset.
"I was fourteen," I whispered, staring at my hands as I twisted them in my lap. "I was walking home from school. I usually walked home with Emmett, but he was trying out for the school's football team, so it was just me.
"I was about half way home when I saw a white, rusty truck parked on the edge of the road a few metres head. I hesitated, but decided that nothing would happen...the truck had probably just broken down and the repair guys were on their way.
"I quickly walked past, not daring to look at the truck, choosing to look straight ahead. I heard him then...he opened the door, stomping out onto the pavement. He called out to me, obviously drunk. I kept walking...looking back over my shoulder at his figure. He was tall and well built. He started running to me and I tried to run, but...I wasn't very coordinated. I fell. At that moment, I realised I was no match for him..."
"Didn't anyone hear...or see it? Didn't anyone try to help?" Edward gasped, staring at me.
I shook my head. His eyes hardened and he held me in his arms as I continued to cry.
I couldn't believe I had just admitted my story to him and he hadn't run away.
"What did your family say?" Edward murmured in my ear.
I pulled away and shook my head.
"I never told them," I cried.
"What?" Edward shouted.
"I couldn't...tell them. You're the only person I have ever told before..."
Edward shook his head, pulling my face to his so I was looking at him, square in the eye. "You told me, a guy you've only just met and not your family who you've known your whole life?"
I nodded.
"I trust you. I know that sounds stupid...but I know you'd comfort me and...still like me..." I stuttered.
"Bella, your family would still like you! That guy was a fucking prick who should be shot dead for something so precious he stole of you! How dare he? It's not your fault this happened to you! I know for a fact, that Emmett would love you no matter what!" Edward argued, stroking my face.
"You think?" I whispered doubtfully.
"I know," He said firmly.
"Thank you..." I murmured, nestling myself into his lap again.
"Bella, if there's ever, anything in the future or something happened in the past that's bothering you...I'm here for you," Edward sighed.
We were silent for a while apart from my sniffles.
"Bella?" Edward bit his lip.
"Yeah?"
"Did he...did...did he use...protection?"
"No," I whispered, pulling back to look at him as his eyes widened. "For the rest of that month...I kept waiting...waiting for my...period. I was so scared, so alone. I didn't know who to tell. I was late...but I wasn't...pregnant. I am so grateful for that," I sniffed.
"I'm so sorry," Edward sighed. "I wish I was there...to help you..."
"I wish you were to," I smiled sadly, stroking his face. "Can I ask you a question?"
"Of course," He smiled.
"Why did you...why did you immediatly think I told my family?" I frowned.
Edward sighed, looking down. "Shit...well I just thought that...well I've seen how protective Emmett is...I just thought maybe that was why...He didn't want anyone else taking advantage of his little sister..."
I shrugged. "When our parents divorced, Emmett and I were like the dice that rolled between them...He practically raised me...He never sees our parent's anymore even when they come here and visit. He won't say...but I know he hates them...for using us...not caring...taking advantage..."
"Bella, I'm so sorry," Edward sighed, kissing my hand. "God, if I had known...at the club...I could have gotten to you quicker...so that motherfucker couldn't have touched you...shit. I'm so sorry!"
"Why are you sorry, Edward?" I frowned.
"If I had trusted my instincts, I would have introduced myself at the bar to you that night...I knew I wanted to get to know you...you seemed special...but I was scared...scared of introducing myself, so I hid in my office...just watching you on the cameras...like some sick pervet...You would never have gone to the toilet alone...You would have been with me," Edward sighed.
"This wasn't your fault," I argued. "It doesn't matter...what's done is done..."
Edward shrugged, glancing at the clock on the wall.
"Shit, it's getting late," Edward mumbled, running his hand through his hair.
"You want me to go?" I frowned, looking at my hands.
"Fuck, no!" Edward argued. "I want you to stay...but I think it would be best if you went home. Otherwise Emmett will hunt me down," He winked.
I smiled, agreeing and grabbing my bag.
Once we were in the car, I sighed.
"I'm sorry I ruined our evening," I sighed.
"You didn't ruin it! I know you better now. That's a good thing!" Edward protested.
I smiled. "Still wanna date me?"
"Of course," Edward grinned.
He pulled up at my flat and I groaned as I grabbed my bag and my phone from the backseat and climbed out the car. Edward put his arm around me and led me to the elevator as we rode it. I slid my hand into Edward's and smiled down at me.
"I had a really good time tonight," I said as we got to my door. "Thank you for...listening. I appreciate it."
"Anytime, Bella," Edward said, leaning down so our heads were touching. "I-"
The door slammed open and Emmett glanced us over.
"I thought you weren't coming back," Emmett sniffed, looking at me. "I thought I upset you over my texts. Shit, I'm sorry!"
I hugged him. "You didn't upset me...just pissed me off," He chuckled. "Now get inside, I want to say goodbye to Edward."
Emmett sniffed again, pulling back to glance behind me. He nodded and returned into the flat, shutting the door softly.
"Sorry," I winced.
Edward laughed. "It's fine. I just wanted to say I had a great time tonight, Bella. We should definitely do it again sometime!"
"I'd love to," I smiled. "Well...you have my number...So I guess I'll call you soon."
"You better," Edward winked, leaning in. He gave me a kiss on the cheek. I sighed, leaning closer.
"I will," I murmured.
We kissed. I lifted my head upwards and his tongue plunged into my mouth as I moaned and clawed at his coat. I felt him grinning on my mouth as his hands stroked along my neck, skimming over my breast and down my sides. He loosely put his hands on the small of my back, kissing along my jaw and down my neck.
"Bella! I don't hear much talking going on!" Emmett called from inside.
I giggled against Edward's lips and pulled back.
"I promise, one day we will have a kiss that doesn't involve distractions or drama," I laughed as he smirked, leaning his head against mine.
"I'll see you soon," Edward sighed, stroking my face. "Don't forget about me." He planted one last kiss on my lips and then loped down the hallway and around the corner.
I stood there, watching, before heading inside and being greeted with three pairs of eager eyes.
"SO HOW WAS IT?" Alice yelled.
"Fucking amazing! He was so romantic!" I grinned. "How was the movie?"
"I wouldn't go there..."Jasper mumbled, looking at Alice as her face fell.
"THANKS TO THAT BIG SHIT," She shouted, pointing at Emmett, "NOW I'LL HAVE NIGHTMARES FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE! HE FUCKING JUMPED OUT AT ME AFTER THE MOVIE AND CHASED ME ALL THE WAY INTO THE TOILETS, PRETENDING HE WAS SOME ZOMBIE!"
Emmett burst into laughter. "Rosie found it quite funny!"
"Rosie, huh?" I smirked.
He stuck his tongue out at me.
"Bella, do you want to come clubbing with us on Tuesday?" Alice huffed.
"At Zone?" Alice nodded. "Hell yeah!"
This would be the perfect opportunity for me to see Edward again. I could maybe meet up if he was working and dress really hotly, so he'd want to stay with me. This would be fun!