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Tears & RingTones

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Last time on The Foreign Hottie

"Why won't you take off that hat, Bella?" He stared down at me skeptically.

I smiled. "Because I like this hat," I lied and quickly took his hand in mine, disappointed that the kiss had to end. "We're going to be late."

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And the thought of wearing anything remotely close to a swimming suit near Alex, practically made me hurl.

Alex shrugged and then leaned in toward me.

I took a step back.

"I really hope you'll be able to make it…" He whispered seductively in my ear.

I cringed as his hot breath tickled my ear. Ew.

Jacob watched Alex in disgust as he walked away. "Woah, now that guy is creepy."

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I groaned. How did I even end up here? At Lauren's party? I wanted to be alone with Edward, not with these people who hated me. I felt naked in my navy blue tankini. Even with my white shirt and black shorts on. I wanted to go hide under a huge rock. And on top of all that mess, I still had that huge pimple on my forehead. But this time, I covered it up with a silky scarf.

I gaped at Lauren's basement. She had a huge pool the size of my backyard and a jacuzzi. She had a huge bar with a bartender serving kiddy cocktails, soda, and appetizers. The lights were dim and the latest music was blaring through the speakers. The fake palm trees everywhere made it seem like we were in the Bahamas.

There were teens dancing everywhere, in the pool and around it. Everyone was talking and eating, seeming to have a fun time.

Now I can see why her parties were the best.

"Remind me again why we are here?" I growled to Jacob.

He shrugged, popping a crab puff in his mouth. "I came for the food."

I sighed as I searched for Edward in the crowd. He was talking to one of his friends from class. Edward was wearing a plain white t-shirt and his swimming trunks. And I'm probably speaking on behalf of the whole school, but he looked pretty darn hot.

And he was all mine.

I smiled to myself. "What is that smile for?" I heard a snide voice ask. Lauren, I growled inside my head. I ignored her as I continued to admire Edward. "You're not checking Edward out, are you?"

My head snapped to glare at her. "And what would be wrong with that? He is my boyfriend."

She sniffed. "Oh. I was hoping that was just a rumor." She laughed her evil laugh. I flinched but continued to ignore her. Lauren wore a skimpy pink bikini that clung to her tanned body. Her blond hair was in a side ponytail. This was her pool party and yet she was still dry. "You know, you should be lucky you're even here."

"I feel like I'm on cloud seven," I sneered sarcastically.

She placed her manicured hands on her bare hips. "I'm serious, Swan. The only reason you're here is because of Alex."

I cringed at his voice. "Don't remind me," I muttered. I wonder where that little demon was. Probably lurking behind a palm tree and scoping me out. I looked around cautiously.

"Where did you even get that tankini from anyway, Wal-Mart?" She barked a laugh, as if she was so proud of her joke.

I rolled my eyes as I picked up a coke from one of the walking bartenders. "Where did you get yours from, Sluts R US?"

She grimaced as she stomped away. Thank God she left. I was starting to get a headache.

"You came!" Opps, I spoke too soon. That headache was starting to come back. "I'm so glad!" Alex acted like a fat boy getting a huge chocolate bar.

I smiled hesitantly. "Yeah, I came."

"You having a fun time?"

"A blast." Where was Edward when I needed him? I felt extremely uncomfortable talking with Alex. Not only was I alone, but I was practically wearing nothing. I felt his eyes on me as I tried to avoid his creepy gaze.

Answering my prayer, I felt Edward's arm wrap around my waist. I sighed in relief. "Alex," Edward grumbled. "Nice seeing you again." It could've fooled me.

Alex glared at Edward. He nodded stiffly. "Yeah, Bella was just telling me how much fun she was having. I didn't know you were coming too?"

Edward smiled coldly. "Wherever my girlfriend goes, I go."

He said, girlfriend, again. I smiled proudly. "Woah, girlfriend? I didn't see that coming," Alex snorted obnoxiously. "But Edward, aren't you leaving next spring?" Alex's eyebrows went way up.

I felt Edward freeze at my side. I did the same. My heart raced and Edward's hand suddenly felt cold against my skin. I looked up at his pale face. He was expressionless, absolutely still. I didn't like that look… at all.

Was he scared too? Of leaving? Of saying goodbye? The thought really hadn't occurred to me. I was too busy enjoying the moments I had with him. Did he want to leave? Did he miss his family? The thought made me sick. It was already winter, and time was going by so fast. A bit too fast.

None of us said anything. The only noise was the loud music and the chatting of people around us, which was now being drowned out by my thinking.

Jacob broke the silence as he came up behind us. "Oh my god you guys, they have sushi here!" None of us said anything. Edward kept staring at his feet. I glared at Alex while he kept smirking as if he were the devil. Jacob's grin immediately went down when he saw our expressions. "Oh. Eh, I'm just going to go get some then…"

Jacob vanished and I fled from Edward's side immediately, trying to find the nearest bathroom.

I ended up against a wall, out of the pool area. My legs felt weak and fragile. I ripped off my pathetic scarf, not caring about my zit. Now that I think about it, I was being over dramatic about the whole thing. Nothing else seemed to matter but this. My throat was clogged up and dry. I felt like I was about to collapse. No one was around me, thank gosh. I didn't want anyone seeing me in this state. Why was I acting like this? Why am I being so weak?

He's just a boy, the noble side of me sneered.

It's only a crush. It can't be anything more…right? I knew he was bound to leave at one point. I've always known…and yet I was acting this way.

But I knew I couldn't hide the truth. I didn't want him to leave. I wanted him to stay with me forever. I didn't want this to end, and yet I tried to be oblivious to it.

Why did he have to leave? And more importantly...why was I reacting in this way? I should not be this way. I'm strong and independent. I don't need a boy to complete me...right?

Unfortunately, I felt the tears coming hot and fast.

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I can't stomach the thought of that night. Every time I think of how I ran away crying to get away from everyone. How Edward was so quiet with me when we were going back home. He didn't even come to my room that night…not even to give me a goodnight kiss. He just said a couple of meaningless words and went downstairs to his little bed. I can't stomach anything lately.

I needed to know why he was behaving this way. Why he didn't say a word to me lately. Was he missing home… or going to miss me when he left? Was he trying to find a way for us to be together? Did he even care about us… about our brand new relationship?

God knows, Edward wouldn't tell me anything.

"Are you sure you're alright…?" I would ask weakly, my hand grazing his arm.

He would slightly flinch from my touch. "Yes, I'm fine." He would force a smile.

That's how it usually went when I tried helping or trying to break his barrier. Nothing worked, and we haven't kissed in over a week. It wasn't until one random day while we were quietly washing the dishes after dinner, Edward broke the silence.

"Would you like to go to the movies tonight?"

I couldn't stop the sudden gasp from escaping my mouth. "Uh," I mumbled, locking in my jaw. I gave the smallest of nods.

And that was pretty much it. Things slowly went back to normal. As if that awkward stage between us never happened. As if that pool party at Lauren's house was just some random uneventful evening.

I would be more skeptical if it wasn't for the fact that things were piecing back together again. Why not live in the moment, right? At least, that's what I was trying to tell myself. Why should I grill Edward into telling me why he was acting like a complete zombie the past couple of weeks? It didn't matter to me. I wanted my normal Edward back and that's what I got.

No questions asked.

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School ended when December 16th came. Finals never were hard as everyone sought them out to be. Everything went by in a flash, which scared me, the most. It seemed like just yesterday I was baby sitting an 18-year-old British boy. And now it was already Christmas, and it only felt like I had my eyes closed for a second.

I somehow ended up at the local mall shopping for Christmas presents. I normally would only get gifts for three people: Jacob, mom & dad. But now that Edward was here, I had another person to shop for.

I got Charlie a book on etiquette and manners. It may sound a bit rude buying your dad a book on how to be polite, but for me it was a blessing to have found it at Borders. Renée got a new cooking book to add to her collection. Don't ask why I like books so much, I just do. Books were always great gifts to give. Simple and perfect.

I saw the perfect gift for Jacob as I went into this dark grungy store at the end of the mall.

A stuffed squirrel.

It wasn't too small, like a stuffed animal. It was a reddish brown color. Its fur was rough and stiff. I smiled at the little soft creature that even almost looked like Jacob.

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"Bella, you really need a new phone," Jacob muttered as he played with my worn cell.

I groaned. "I don't mind," I admitted, throwing the tattered Christmas gift rapping in the garbage.

It was almost ten in the morning. Everyone had already opened their presents. I got tons of new books which made me very excited as usual. I didn't know which one to read first, maybe the one about zombies. Anyway, Jacob was lounging on the loveseat while I cleaned up. Edward was snoozing on the next couch, looking adorable.

He was wearing flannel candy cane pajamas and his chest was slowly moving up and down as he slept peacefully. I've never seen anything so enticing in my life. I guess he stayed up pretty late last night for some odd reason.

I gave Edward the lamest gift to give to a boyfriend: a pair of mittens. Yeah I know what you're thinking, why am I so lame? Honestly, I didn't know what to get Edward. It was surprisingly more difficult than I thought it would be.

I felt even guiltier as I saw what Edward had made for me. It was a key necklace. He made everything from scratch. It was a long gold chain with an antique looking key hanging from it. It looked vintage and beautiful.

It was now around my neck. I promised myself I would never take it off. Unless a thug threatened to kill me if I didn't take it if…then I would. But hopefully that will never happen.

"OH MY GOD," Jacob screeched. I jumped from his loud voice and Edward didn't move an inch. Gosh, he was such a deep sleeper. "Bells, did you know you have a recorder on here?" He pointed to my phone.

I shrugged. "Really?" I muttered, uninterested.

"Yeah!" He laughs. "I'm going to say something really funny."

I rolled my eyes. "Jacob, don't you have anything else better-"

"SHH!" he interrupted. He pressed a button on the phone and began talking in a creepy deep voice. "Hello, my name is Bella. I'm a sexy beast; I'm going to pick up the phone…right….NOW!" He shook with laughter as he saved the audio. "Man that is epic. Best ring tone ever!"

I reddened. "You better not set that as my ring tone!"

Jacob snorted. "Bella, I'm funny but not cruel." He snapped the phone shut as he stood up. "I better get home, rents are probably wondering where I am." Jake picked up his stuffed squirrel and his other gifts and then walked out the door.

I continued to tidy up the living room, still laughing about my wacky best friend.

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U.S. History: one of the most excruciating classes to go through. We have to listen to Mr. Ziggman's nasal voice for fifty minutes non-stop. Even Edward can't stand him which is rare since he "respects" every teacher.

Mr. Ziggman was a sixty something year old teacher who could have retired ages ago but wanted to stay because he couldn't leave his beloved Forks High. Cheesy, I know. Jake and I have this theory that he secretly is in love with the secretary, that's why he won't leave.

Anyway, today we were taking one of his special pop quizzes and the room was deadly quiet. I sighed as I stared at the blank sheet of paper in front of me. My mind blanked as usual when I took quizzes and tests.

I was just about to write something down when I heard a strange noise coming from my backpack.

"Hello, my name is Bella. I'm a sexy beast; I'm going to pick up the phone…right….NOW!"

I froze as my eyes widened and my pulse quickened. Everyone looked up, including Edward. Why was I hearing Jacob's creepy voice in the middle of history class?!

"Hello, my name is Bella. I'm a sexy beast; I'm going to pick up the phone…right….NOW!"

Oh. My. God. You have got to be kidding me! Was that my phone!? And why was that my ring tone?! I felt my ears and face turn bright red as I continued to freeze, hoping it would stop ringing soon.

A couple of guys in the back busted out laughing, muttering inappropriate words. And a couple of girls snorted as they rolled their eyes. Edward's eyes widened and a tiny smile crept on his face as he looked at me in shock.

Jeez, how could this happen to me!? Even Edward was amused. It finally stopped ringing and I felt a wave of relief crash over me.

Mr. Ziggman coughed loudly. "Ms. Swan. You know you shouldn't have phones on during class." He pointed to the door. "Principal's office right now. I'm sure you're smart enough to know where that is."

I grabbed my backpack and dashed out the door without looking back.

Once I was far from the classroom I searched for my phone with shaky hands, still shocked from what happened.

I wanted to know who had called me. No one ever called me during school. I flipped opened the phone and saw that I had a new text message.

Bells, meet me at mucky water fountain ASAP. I have something to tell you.

It was from Jake.

My body shook with fury. I snapped my phone shut more urgently then necessary. I stomped over to the water fountain that was only a couple of hallways away.

Jacob Black was dead.

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