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Chapter 2- 11/25/2009
Chime
I heard a noise coming from my computer. I stretched my arms out and opened my eyes to look at the clock. 2:12 in the morning. I slowly got up, folded my books and placed them on the floor. I stood up to go to my computer and saw the icon flashing. My messenger says I have a new email. Who would email me this late?
I signed on and saw it was a reply to my earlier post. Yawning, I crossed my legs in my lap Indian style and double clicked the email. It was from JakeRabbit and it was just asking what was going on with my truck. I guess I didn't mention it in my post.
I ran my hands through my hair and squeezed my eyes shut before I hit reply. I described the many issues and signed it – trukk prior to hitting send.
Oh shit! I just realized that I never texted or called Angela. Just in case, I will text her now and let her know Charlie will bring me tomorrow.
I stood up to go back to bed when I tripped over my clean pile of clothes that is really wrinkly on the floor. I sighed and rolled my head around my shoulders and climbed into bed. That will have to wait for the morning.
It felt like twenty minutes passed before I heard my alarm going off. I hit the snooze button a few times and right before I could smack it again, Charlie was hollering for me to wake up.
I had enough time for a shower, again, but with all the snoozes I don't know if I will have time to eat breakfast or iron an outfit.
After my shower I headed back to my room. I had five minutes. Hmm… that dress yesterday wasn't so bad.I found another dress in the back of my closet that Renee gave me. I guess she just really wanted a girly girl.
I slid the white sun dress on with my black cardigan to match the black embroidered flowers on the hem line. With a pair of black flip flops, it won't look fancy at all. I left my room just to turn around to grab the rest of my things.
I ran my fingers through my hair, which I kept left down like yesterday. Charlie was waiting by the front door for me. I gave him the one second finger as I grabbed a pop tart, put it on my binder and we headed out.
Charlie and I didn't say anything on the way to school. We didn't need to speak and it didn't feel awkward, most of the time. Looking at the clock before I got out, I noticed we were a little late. When we arrived at school, I said good bye and headed to the entrance.
I was about to open the door when a marble white hand shot out from behind me and opened it for me. I turned to say, "Thank you", when I was face to face with Edward. Today he was wearing a pair of dark wash jeans with a grey Harvard drop out T-shirt on with his hair crazy. It looked like he just rolled out of bed. Sexy.
"Thanks, Ed." I walked through and went down the hall. "Did you finish all your homework?"
He smiled and kept up my pace to class. "Yeah, thanks Bella for that help last night. I bet I would still be doing it right now if it wasn't for your skills." He did a small laugh and opened another door for me.
Looking around, I noticed Mr. Bross was not in class yet. I thought I was late, but it seemed no one else was in class either. I took my seat anyway, and Edward followed behind me.
"Homework wasn't that hard, man. If you think so, get out of Honors!" I playfully smacked his arm. His arm was smooth and muscular. I like!
"So why are you wearing these dresses in January, Bella? Aren't you cold?"
I let out a little laugh, "I am too lazy to iron my clothes. I typically just wear jeans and t-shirts." I ran my hand down my dress to fan it out a little bit, "I hate dresses!"
"You look beautiful," quietly came out of his mouth. When he registered what he said, he looked away. "I mean, I .. um I think they look nice on you.. I."
I couldn't help but smile and interrupt him to put him out of his misery. "Thanks, Edward. So what are your plans after school?" I wonder what he does when he isn't at Forks High. I know I have work tonight but maybe he can stop by...
"Oh, just um, home work and hanging around with my brothers….why?" He finally looked back up to me and he kind of looked hopeful.
"I am working at Newton's, you know that place?" He nodded. "Well, we are having a huge after Christmas sale if you need any out door gear. I think I remember your brother Emmett say you guys love to hunt and go hiking. We have some great stuff for sale."
His eyes opened widely and he said he would stop by. The bell finally rang and I looked at my watch, it was the right time. Charlie's clocks must be off in the car or something. I will have to look at it later.
Angela walked in and sat to my left and instantly started talking. I gave Edward an eye roll, mouthed an apology and then turned to face her. She was just telling me detail to detail about her and Ben's call last night. Oh boy, I really hope we have something else to talk about than Ben all the time now…
Mr. Bross came bouncing in again, and greeted us. I was now fully turned around in my seat and took my binder out to take notes. To be honest I didn't really pay that much attention. I had this really cute guy sitting behind me and I all I could think about was whether my hair looked good from the back or not. Mental note, wake up earlier tomorrow!
After the bell rang, Edward waved good bye as Angela linked her arm with mine.
"So, you have to tell me. What is goin' on?"
We were almost to Home-Ec before I answered. "Nothing, we just met yesterday.." I think I blushed.
Angela smiled up at me, "Uh, huh." She pulled us in class and we took our seats.
"I think he thinks you're cute, Bella. Maybe it's the girly look you have pulled the last two days?" She wiggled her eye brows at me and all I could do was laugh.
"Maybe.. but that's not me. I will just throw my clothes in the dryer again tonight so I will be back to slummy Bella tomorrow."
"Eh, I like both looks. You should wear dresses though in the spring.. it is a little cold don't you think?" She looked down at my chest, and I followed with my eyes. Oh my God! I have hard nipples! I immediately covered them up with my sweater and felt my face turn hard core red.
Angela started to crack up. The teacher walked in and asked us to be silent and we complied.
The rest of the school day went fine. At lunch Edward walked by and just gave a little head nod, and went to his table. The group was all talking about the movies coming out this weekend, and how Ben and Angela will be going on their first date. To be honest, they did look really cute together.
Mike and I walked to class and talked about work. I actually like spending time with him. He is funny and smart and we have a lot in common. Work would not be the same with out him.
I met with Angela in the parking lot after classes were over with for the day.
"Hey, girl, hey." She was pulling out her keys while I grabbed a hold of her binders.
"Ever think of using a backpack, Ang?" She had at least five 1" binders.
"Nah, I will just have Ben carry everything for me." We both laughed. She got her keys out and unlocked the car doors. I handed the binders back to her before getting in the car.
"Oh, Ang, I forgot I am working today. Do you think you could drop me off at work? I will have Mike take me the rest of the week."
"Yeah no problem, B. Is he working tonight with you?" She began to back out and head towards Newton's Outfitters.
"I don't know, I don't think so. He usually is there though anyways. Why, what's up?"
"Just wondering," is all she mustered out before turning the radio on. Lady Ga Ga was playing and we started dancing to the beat. When she pulled into my drive way she turned the music down and put the car in park.
"Thanks, Angela, I really appreciate the ride. Sorry for not calling you last night, I kind of just passed out before I knew it."
"No problem, Bella. Are you working late tomorrow?"
"Don't think so, want to do something?"
"Yeah, I was hoping we could go shopping. I want to wear something to Ben and I's first date that is new, ya know?"
I nodded my head and jumped out of the car taking my things with me.
"Have a good night, thanks for the ride. Will you pick me up tomorrow?"
"Sure thing, Bells, see you then." I slammed the door and headed into work. I hope Mrs. Newton doesn't mind my outfit. I usually just wear the vest over my jeans, but with a dress it wouldn't look so good.
Mike was already leaning against the counter. "Hey, Bella." He stood up straight and beamed a smile in my direction.
"Hey!" I walked towards the employee room and pulled my vest off of my hook. Ugh, this does not look very good together.
I played with my hair in the mirror for a minute before walking back out to Mike.
"So, Mikie-poo, can you take me to work the rest of the week? I have Angela picking me up in the morning while my truck is dead on my driveway." I went around the counter to clock in.
"Sure, Bell, no problem, I would love to." His gorgeous blue eyes looked up to meet mine, and I couldn't help but smile.
"What are we doing tonight?"
"I finished a lot last night, I was so bored, but um, we could finish mark-downs and straightening up."
The rest of the evening Mike and I just chatted and did work. Mrs. Newton came out a few times to make sure we were on task. A few times we weren't, but all she did was shake her head and go back upstairs. I was hoping Edward was going to come in, but no sign of him by seven.
Mike drove me home in his truck after I was let off by Mrs. Newton.
On the way, I asked Mike if he wanted to come in and watch some TV and do homework.
"I can give you a butt whooping in Jeopardy, no problem." I rolled my eyes and laughed with him.
Mike and I are at a good friend level. I think he has a crush on me, but he never acts on it, so I'm happy. I like having a friend other than Angela.
We pulled in my drive just a few minutes later and he opened the truck door for me. What a gentleman.
I noticed Charlie's cruiser on the side of the house parked next to my truck. I let out a soft sigh before leading us in the house.
"Dad, I'm home. I brought Mike with me, so be decent!" I hollered when I opened the door.
Mike laughed and took a seat on the couch in the living room. I went to the fridge and pulled the door open.
"You hungry, Mike? I have spaghetti in here and some pop."
"Nah, I'm good. I think my mom has dinner cooking and I had a big lunch. Thanks though." He found the remote and turned the t.v. to ABC. Wheel of Fortune was finishing up. I reheated my dinner and took a seat next to him.
A few minutes later, Charlie came down the stairs, "Hey boy!"
"Good Evening, Chief Swan." Mike nodded in respect to Charlie and continued to watch t.v. I got up to rinse my plate.
"Hey Dad," I said once I reached the kitchen. I put my plate in the sink and began to wash it.
"Hey, Bells, leave any for me?"
I nodded and made him a plate and put it in the microwave. Charlie just took a seat at the kitchen table and started to read the morning newspaper. Once the microwave beeped I retrieved the food and put it infront of him with a fork and knife.
"Here ya' go." I then walked over to where Mike was sitting and took a seat. Jeopardy just started and we watched the intros.
"I WIN!" I called as soon as the show was finished.
"Yeah, by one point. If I didn't go all in in the end, the tables would be turned."
"I am so good it must hurt," I joked to Mike.
We both began teasing back and forth before he got a phone call. When he looked down he sighed. "It's my mom, I better get going for dinner. See you later Bella."
"Good Night, Chief Swan." Mike waved and let himself out. As soon as the door closed I locked it and headed up the stairs.
By the third stair, I heard Charlie clear his throat and I stalled on the step waiting for him to speak.
"Uh, hey, Bells?"
I turned around and walked back towards him. "Yeah, Dad?"
"You know, I just wanted to let you know I like the Newton kid. His family is a respected family in Forks.." Oh god, he thinks I like him!
"Okay, Dad, thanks…" I gave him a questioning look and jogged back up the stairs.
I shut my door and shook my mouse. I left it on from last night again. The pile of clothes was just staring at me to be dealt with while I waited. I let out a breath of air before I picked out an outfit for tomorrow. A pair of jeans and a flannel three-quarted length button up shirt. I folded my ironing board out and went to work making sure the shirt looked brand new.
After I was done, I kicked the rest of the clothes out of my way and hung up my shirt on the back of the door. My computer was humming now, so I took a seat at my desk. I realized I was still in my dress, so I got up and changed again into my sweats and tank. I really need to put these in the wash.
I sat back down again and opened up my email. Another reply from BlackWolf. I double clicked the email and read his response.
The email was full of guy knowledge about trucks. I don't think I knew any of the words. I went to the forum web page to send him a private message. When I got to his profile, it said he was logged on so I took a chance and clicked the chat icon.
Savemytruckk: Hey there- you replied to my post about my truck that needs fixing…
I wonder if he is going to think I am a total weirdo.
BlackWolf: Hi truckk! What's going on?
He replied!
Savemytruckk: :) Oh nothing. I just don't really know what belts are and where to get them and a few other things.
BlackWolf: Really? I am sorry; I work a lot on my rabbit and other cars when I get home from school. I forget some people don't know a lot about them.
Ohhh.. he is in school..
Savemytruckk: You are in school? So am I…Do you think you can give me a step by step thing with how to fix my truck myself? My Dad wants it towed this weekend and I just can't let her go….
BlackWolf: Yeah, I know what you mean. My Rabbit is my life. It's old and run down.. but there is just something about it.
BlackWolf: I am a sophmore, you?
A sophmore in college! Wow.
Savemytruckk: Im a Junior.
BlackWolf: Oh cool. So the first step…
He gave me directions the rest of the night and I wrote down what to buy and where. Good thing Angela wants to go shopping tomorrow, I will have to stop by the auto store on the way there.
The conversation was strictly about the truck and when we were done, he was the one to end the conversation. He did ask me to message him after I bought everything though.
It was only 9pm and homework still needed to be done. Ugh.
I got off the computer and headed to my bed. My binders and books weren't up here. Hm.. I got up and walked down to find my stuff not on the counter either. Mike's truck.
I walked over to the phone and dialed Mike's cell. He picked up on the third ring.
"Hey, Bella." Mike sounded a little tired.
"Sorry to bug you Mike, but I think I left my binder in your truck."
"Okay, let me look. You are now just starting your homework? Tsk tsk Bella boo." I smiled. He was the only person to call me that, and it was sweet. "Yeah, its in my truck, I will be there in ten minutes ok?"
"Oh my God, Mike! Thank you so much! See you then."
"Okay, Bye."
I hung the phone up. Ten minutes later, Mike was knocking on the door. Charlie beat me to the door and gave Mike a questioning look.
"Hey Mike, you know, Bella is already ready for bed. What is going on?"
I was already behind Charlie trying to push him out of the way. "Dad, he just has my things…" I stuck my hand out to take my binder from Mike and gave him a huge smile.
"Here you go, Bells." I saw mike slightly look me up and down.
Charlie cleared his throat and Mike blushed. "Well, I.. uh better get going. See you tomorrow, Bella."
"Bye Mike, thanks again for coming by!" Mike turned, and I closed the door.
Charlie just gave me a look and slowly walked back to the sports on TV.
"Night, Dad.." I called while going up the stairs. I think I heard him call good night back, but wasn't sure.
My homework was done by 11 and I fell asleep with a mess of papers on my bed.
12-5-09 a/n: Thanks for reading :) I had my tonsils out and now I am sick :( so sorry for the lack of updates. Also, my beta and I decided that I will write more chapters at once so I will have amore constant stream of uploads.
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