Sorry I haven't been able to update lately- I've been on school camp and then school and Easter; I've been packed!
BTW- I was lying in bed a couple of days ago and then BAM!- I had an epiphany…not really, but I did get the most fantastic idea for a fanfic. It's called ever after and the preview of it will be at the end of this chapie.
Here's chapter 12- enjoy! ;)
Chapter 12: Family
I woke up to the sound of a booming laugh and opened my eyes to the sight of an unfamiliar room.
I sat up slightly and noticed that I had been lying on a fairly large bed and dazed I briefly looked around the room.
I felt someone's gaze on me and when I turned my plain brown eyes found a pair of gleaming gold ones.
Suddenly all the events from last night came rushing back to me and I felt an unexpected wave of dizziness. I collapsed back down on the bed with a small gasp.
The ball.
The stranger.
The attack.
Edward.
It all happened, it was all real. When I first woke up I thought it had only been a dream, but now I realize I was simply trying to cheat myself into thinking that everything was ok and that I wasn't in any danger.
I felt a cool hand on my shoulder and looked up to see Edward's concerned face.
"Bella are you ok?" he asked worriedly.
"Uh, y-yeah." I stuttered; "just a little dizzy is all."
"Are you sure? I'm more than happy to go get Carlisle."
I had lowered my head back down onto the Bed and I now lifted it up again to look him in the eye.
I made sure I had eye contact with him and said in the most stable voice I could; "Edward, I'm fine- really. I don't need anyone's help."
His eyes bore into mine as he seemed to consider whether I was well enough to go without a doctor's aid.
Finally he sighed and taking him hand off my shoulder Edward slid his arm around my waist to help me off the bed.
I threw him a questioning glance and he chuckled lightly; "the human might not need sleep or a doctor but she does need to eat."
I pulled myself roughly out of his grasp and shaking my head I turned to face him; "Edward I don't need your help. I'm perfectly capable of looking after myself- you DO NOT have to baby me…besides, I'm not hungry."
He looked stung by my words however his features lightened when he heard my hungry stomach growl for food.
Huh. If I thought I used to be bad a lying, I just got worse…
Ignoring my glare Edward took my hand and led me out his door.
Before I knew it we had reached the bottom of the staircase and the whole Cullen family, who was seated in the lounge room, turned to face us.
I heard a voice hiss; "you woke her up you big fool." Followed by a loud thump. I turned towards the sound and found Emmett rubbing his forearm whilst grumbling incoherently.
Next to him was an upset looking Alice's who had her arms folded across her chest and a very cute pout on her face.
It took all my strength not to laugh out loud and all the same I still had to hide my smile with my hand.
Edward, who was still holding my hand guided me towards one of the love seats and softly pushed me down into a sitting position on the cushioned surface.
He then gently released my hand and moved to sit on the couch farthest away from me on the other side of the room.
I was confused as to why he had suddenly put such a large amount of space between us and when I glanced in Alice's direction she was no longer pouting, but instead was smiling so hard that I though her jaw was about to break.
She knowingly looked from Edward, to me and back and if possible her smile seemed to grow. Out of the corner of my eye I looked in Edwards's direction but he wasn't looking at me. Instead he seemed to be thoroughly interested in the floor. I noticed that his fists were clenched and his breathing ragged.
His sudden mood swings were beginning to get to me. I didn't understand how Edward and only Edward would act weirdly around me but everyone else would seem fine.
I mean, I hadn't even met this boy until not even a day ago and now that I know him- he's sending me mixed messages.
I felt a wave of calm wash over the room and remembering what Alice had said about the families 'special abilities' I turned towards Jasper and gave him a thankful smile. He nodded and gave me a small smile in return.
"I trust that you slept well?" I heard Esme ask. I turned to face her and saw that she was seated comfortably in Carlisle's arms.
I smiled softly; "Yes it was wonderful."
Suddenly a big boulder fell onto the couch beside me and I jumped back in alarm. However I soon fell forward in a fit of laughter as I realized that my 'boulder' was only Emmett.
"How was Eddie-boy last night? You two get up to anything interesting?"
I stopped mid-laugh and looked up at him, just as everyone in the room (Edward and I not included) began to shout various things at Emmett. Also, he earned himself another smack, this time from Rosalie and on the back of hi head.
I could feel the heat creeping up my neck and I had no doubt that I was turning a deep shade of crimson.
Edward's eyes locked with mine and they visibly darkened.
A low rumbling stopped everyone in what they were saying and every person in the room turned their attention to Edward.
He had a murderous glint in his eye and his gaze was locked on…Emmett? (A/N: sorry, I didn't want him to go 4 Bella.)
Slowly- slowly he got up.
In the blink of an eye both Emmett and Edward were wrestling on the lounge room floor.
A loud crash signaled that they had broken Esme's coffee table and their mother let out an anguished cry.
They were moving in impossibly fast blurs.
Suddenly Emmett jumped onto the seat beside me (not for the first time that morning) and just as Edward came rushing towards him he jumped over the back of the couch.
Edward's arm hooked with mine and the lounge fell back under our weight.
We both lay on the floor, Edward on top of me and our legs entangled.
He cautiously lifted his head from the crook of my neck and looked into my eyes. His gorgeous golden eyes seemed to burn a hole in mine and I was sure I was blushing.
Unexpected his hand moved up to my face and he softly cradled my cheek. His hand was ice cold- another thing I've noticed all the Cullen's have in common.
Edward closed his eye and took deep, slow breaths. (A/N for those of you who haven't figured it out; Edward testing himself…AGAIN. =D)
Finally he smiled slightly and opened his eyes.
"Bella…" he murmured.
Suddenly I heard a sharp irritated sigh come from behind me and I turned towards the sound.
I saw Rosalie standing at the bottom of the staircase, one of her perfectly shaped eyebrows quirked at us.
She sighed again and shifted her weight; "look, when you two love birds are done, Esme's preparing breakfast in the kitchen for Bella." With that said she turned on her heel and bolted up the stairs- no doubt keen to get back to Emmett.
I briefly scanned the room only to find that it was completely empty besides Edward and I. the Cullen's had all left to do their separate things leaving us in here together…I hadn't even noticed them leave.
I glanced back up at Edward and his beauty caught me by surprise. He really was the most handsome boy- no man I had ever seen.
"We should probably go see Esme." He whispered.
I nodded and tried to sit up; "Edward?"
"Hmmm?"
"Uh- I can't exactly stand up when you're on top of me…" I let myself trail off, waiting for his response.
"Oh, of course, I- uh- look Bella- I'm…" he sat up and ran a frustrated hand though his already tousled bronze hair.
He was interesting to watch when he was flustered. Edward was usually so calm and composed that when he became confused it was like I was watching a completely different person. (A/N I personally find it really hard to imagine a disorientated Edward, don't you?)
I lay a soft hand on his shoulder and he instantly stopped talking (A/N babbling more like). He looked down at my hand, up at me and then sighed.
In one fluid motion he was on his feet and was helping me to stand. I came up with such force that I fell forward slightly and I placed my hands on his chest to steady myself.
He looked down at my hands and I gasped slightly, pulling them away from his body.
He flashed me a crooked grin and holding my hand I his, led me to the kitchen where the mouthwatering smell of hot pancakes wafted towards me.
When we entered the kitchen we found Esme standing behind the stove flipping pancakes.
"Oh, Esme please let me cook them!" I exclaimed.
She turned to me with a startled expression on her face; "Bella dear you will be doing no such thing. Please just sit down and enjoy."
"At least let me-"
But Esme silenced me by placing a plate of hot blueberry pancakes in front of me. They had maple syrup drizzled over the top and looked absolutely delicious.
Up until now I hadn't realized how hungry I was… Up until now I didn't no I could eat pancakes so fast!
I dropped my fork onto my now empty plate and began to down the glass of milk that Esme had just placed in front of me.
"Slow down Bella! You're going to give yourself a stomach ache!" I looked up at Esme and found the whole Cullen family standing behind her, laughing.
I smiled softly.
All my life I have never been part of a real family. A family who did things for each other, a family who went places together and- and shared jokes.
But now looking up at the seven people in front of me, I realize that they are my family. And even though it took me a while to find them, it didn't take me too long to fit in.
It looks like my life is going in the right direction after all…
GROUP AWWW!
Even though it took me a while to do it, I must say this chapter was very fun to write!
HERE'S THE PREVIEW FOR 'EVER AFTER':
Once upon a time…
A modern young woman of the 16th century, Isabella Marie Swan is as independent and wise as she is beautiful and kind.
But her life has never been the same since her father died. He suffered from an unexpected heart attack and died before her very young 11 year old eyes.
Now she is eighteen and for 7 years her life has been the same; wake up at the roosters crow, do the washing, prepare breakfast; all this for the step-mother who has treated her as nothing more than a mere slave.
Anywhere she goes she is looked upon with disgust and the only thing she has to hold on to is the memory of her father.
However, against remarkable odds, she stands up to her scheming step-mother and works miracles on the lives of everyone around her, including the crown prince of France; Edward Masen.
I know it sounds bad but I have fantastic ideas for it. It is basically a modern type re- do of the Cinderella story.
Please Review, I really want to no what you think of it- I need your help!
Love and Light,
Krissy