Epov
She was marvelous, amazing, and beautiful all in one. My eyes scanned her, and unsure of what to say, I moved closer.
She didn't move, so I guess we were both in awe and amazement.
"Hello, M-Miss…?" I asked shyly—it was all I could get out.
"Uhm … hi," she spoke, and it was evident she was shy or embarrassed because she had been crying. But damn she had the cutest voice; like angels.
I might have indeed been in love with her already.
Wait! Fuck—why? This isn't me.
"Are you ok? Can I help?" I ask quietly.
"Yeah, my car broke down, and I live all the way up the street. I don't want to leave it here," she explains.
"Why don't we go inside. I'll make you some tea or coffee, and I'll see what I can do in the morning?"
"Would your girlfriend mind?" she asks, looking at me her eyes full of curiosity.
My eyes just went wide.
"I don't have one. Some think I do, but no." I looked at her as I chuckled. My quiet laugh quickly turning into a smirk.
"Oh, well then I'm sorry I assumed." She frowned. I could tell she felt bad or maybe stupid for assuming, but I didn't think it was either of those things.
"I'm Edward," I said dryly, unable to find anything else to say as I opened my door for her, leading her inside.
"Isabella, but just call me Bella. I prefer if you did," she explained, a small smile forming on her lips as I took her coat and put it on the rack by the heater; so it'd be warm when she wore it again.
"Well, Bella, are you hungry?" I asked her in a simple tone, keeping myself composed.
She nodded meekly.
I made her a salad, bringing it to her, before sitting beside her and watching her eat.
"Why are you watching me?" she asked in a curious but small tone.
"Oh, right. Sorry, I didn't realize I was." I knew I was, but now I just felt awkward. I looked way.
I heard her eat again, hearing her put the utensils down. I kept my gaze on the window, when I felt her small hand run up my back and rub my shoulder.
To say I had been taken aback by her action was an understatement.
"Jesus—fuck!" I yelled, jumping up quickly and becoming a quivering ball in the corner.
Being touched was hard for me. In my mind I believed I was going to get hurt again; as I have so many times before. It was always hard with new people—especially women, and it pained me deeply that I wasn't normal.
"Holy shit—I'm so sorry. I didn't mean… Edward, please say something…" she said, moving closer, but I shook my head, my eyes full of tears as I hugged my knees.
"It's ok. I won't hurt you. C'mere," she cooed.
I was skeptical but reluctantly crawled to her.
How was I supposed to know she wouldn't hurt me?
"Shhh, it's all right," she cooed again, and gently pulled me into her arms.
I twitched a little but her embrace calmed me; I felt at peace, but refrained from the urge to cuddle right into her. I knew deep inside I was just a scared kitten who wanted to be loved, and I would let her love me even if it took me some time to do the same.
"I just meant to comfort you, or … well, to break the silence," she said, sighing.
I just nodded; the words didn't find me at this very moment.
I let her stroke my face and hair as I continued to settle down, breathing slowly; my eyes closed.
"Hey?" I heard her speak, her voice remaining soft and calming.
I opened my eyes, and fuck me, she was so beautiful I wanted to kiss her, but I just couldn't. I knew she wanted the same thing, but I couldn't find the strength within me to do it. I also knew she could see the pain in my eyes, and wanted questions answered.
I guess she thought it was too soon, and that's why she didn't ask.
She smiled at me, and I lay down so my upper body was in her arms, my knees bent up resting on the back of the couch. I gazed into her eyes, hoping she knew exactly what I wanted to try, but it was as if she was reading my mind.
She kissed me, and I captured her lips in mine, shaky at first, but the new sensation felt calming to me.
"Wow," she muttered smiling as she pulled away.
I just nodded excitedly.
Wait … did I just kiss a girl and was now excited about it? This wasn't normal for me.
"You all right?" she asked quietly.
"Yes," was all I could say.
I let her hold me for a few hours, until she had to get her bag from her car and go to the guest room.
I just went to bed thinking about that kiss and wondering if she felt it too.
I had to know her at all costs.
It wasn't long before I fell asleep, but after a few hours I heard a knock on my door, before it slowly opened.
"Edward, you awake?" I heard her whisper.
I am now, thank you very much, I thought sarcastically.
"Hmmm," was all I got out.
"Can I sleep with you? I had a nightmare, and hate to be alone," she whimpered.
"Yeah," was all I managed got to say before I felt her snuggle in with me, and my mouth ran dry.
I drifted peacefully into a deep sleep knowing she was there, but I vowed for the rest of my eternity I'd show her how grateful I was.
A/N: all right here we are! This story is beta'd by The Walrus and the Carpenter. On another note, I never said I would hold this story hostage to reviews I said ' the more reviews I get the faster the updates will come and the less scared and more open Edward will fee with bella I never said "review or no updates" I have see this said before it's an incentive to review I want to know what you guys think good or bad also if you're a guest review please refrain from negativity on my story and don't twist my words I'm getting tired of guests if you're gonna review please log in to do so if you have an account
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