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Disclaimer- I own Twilight. In my head at least.

"Ms. Swan?"

I flinched at the sound of Mr. Varner's harsh voice.

"Um…yes?"

"Typical. I am going to take that comment as a 'No, I do not know the answer.' Too busy thinking about lunch?"

A few people snickered in the back row.

I felt the tears rising, but I fought with all my might to keep them away. I felt the blush in my cheeks, and my throat was tight. Mr. Varner went on speaking.

I looked back down at my already doodled over notebook, and continued to blacken the margins, as the tears fell shamelessly down my cheeks. I was relieved when the bell rang, signaling lunchtime. I had already packed my bag and headed towards the door when Mr. Varner called out to me.

"A few words, Ms. Swan."

I cringed, and turned around to face Mr. Varner.

"Now I understand the intensity of your rapidly growing problem, but I only ask that you don't bring it into my classroom. Ones mind can get caught up thoughts, but please keep yours in control. Oh, I almost forgot. Do you know what is for lunch today?"

I stared, opened-mouthed at him. Did he just ask that? Did I hear right?

"Sorry, no I do not know what is for lunch." I answered as coolly as I could. I turned and ran out of class before he could ask anymore degrading questions.

When I got to the cafeteria, all the tables were all ready filled. I sighed. No seat today. As I walked to the food line, I heard several people make pig noises.

"Everybody get your food now! There may not be any after, Bella goes through!"

I looked up to see Lauren sneering at her table with her army of Barbies. I turned to glare at her, and then walked smoothly to get a tray.

I grabbed sandwich, an apple and an iced tea. When I went to go pay, an older student ran in front of me and knocked my food down.

"Now she has to eat in her natural state!" cackled Lauren.

I felt a wave a fury and sadness wash over me. I left my tray on the floor and went to go pay.

The lady at the cash register looked at me with pity and when I handed her the bills, she whispered, "The only beauty that counts is the one on the inside." I smiled at her and she smiled a warm motherly one back.

I walked out of the cafeteria, and to the library, the only place where I was truly at peace.

I found my favorite bean bag and sat down. I pulled out Wuthering Heights, which I have read over five times. I was so into the book, I did not even realize that the bell had rung, and I was late until the librarian, who had always liked me, gave me an excuse slip and ushered me to class.

I rushed to Biology. When I walked in, oinking erupted from all sides of the classroom. I looked down at my shoes, put my slip on Mr. Banner's desk and rushed over to my desk. All would have been fine, if I had not tripped over air, and landed on my face. This of course caused the whole class to laugh.

An unfamiliar voice spoke. "Stop it! What has she ever done to you?"

I looked up to see a girl with long brown hair, and caring eyes. She knelt down and helped me up.

"Don't listen to those jerks. Nothing but air." She pointed at her temple.

I laughed something I hadn't done in a long time.

"She can sit next to me Mr. Banner."

"Yes, yes, very well." He kept mumbling to himself and turned back to the white board.

"Hi. I'm Angela." She smiled and held out her hand.

"Bella." We shook hands, and then resumed trying to pay attention to whatever Mr. Banner was saying.

After class was out Angela walked me to my car.

"So if you ever need anything, don't hesitate to call. I am always almost available." She smiled and handed me a piece of paper, with her number written on it.

"Thanks again Angela. For what you did…For standing up and speaking out…"

"Oh, that was no problem. Well, I will talk to you later; my little brothers are waiting for me."

"Oh ok. See you later." I watched her walk away, content that I had a friend.

I smiled as I got in my car and drove home.

When I arrived, I immediately got started on dinner. I decided to make grilled chicken.

Healthy eating Bella, I had to remind myself.

When everything was set on the table, I went upstairs to check my email.

I groaned. One new message from Renee.

I clicked it to see what insult she had for me this week.

Bella,

Hellllo? Do they not have technology over in that tiny town? And have you weighed yourself recently? Why was I cursed with such an uncaring daughter? You are so selfish Isabella. God, life is easier without you. Just tell me you have lost weight? If not, lie. Please, for my wellbeing.

Your loving Mother,

Renee

I have to admit, I was sad. Even after all these years, I would never get over a bashing from Renee. I typed back a nice hello, I am doing fine and I will talk to you later, not answering any of her questions.

I smiled and clicked, Send.

I actually liked writing this chapter...weird huh?

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