To answer some questions: don't worry the secret of the Goras will be revealed in a certain meadow. We're really close to that chapter so have a bit more patients. Bella picked up her car at the end of chapter 6 when Edward brought her back to school from the hospital. Alright on with the show.

Chapter 8: Electricity

I woke up on Thursday knowing something was different. I quickly sat up and surveyed my room. Everything was in it's proper place. I frowned. What's different this morning? Maybe I was just a bit disoriented from sleep.

I took a deep breathe to try and calm my nerves when I froze. I knew the difference now. The smell; that deliciously sweet smell that wasn't there when I had fallen asleep. I'd recognize that smell anywhere. Edward Cullen had been in my room. The sent was strong. Had he been here all night?

After the shock wore off I wasn't sure if I should be pleased or pissed.

I stepped out into the hallway but couldn't smell him there. How did he get into my room?

I made my way to the only logical entrance. My window. The sent was the strongest here.

I got ready for school in a daze. Why would he come to my room in the night? What did he do all night? A wanted to ask him, but not today.

The Volvo was back in my drive way, the driver sitting behind the wheel looking innocent. I had half a mind to just walk to my own car. I called my own bluff.

"Good morning," he welcomed me as I got in.

"Do you plan on driving me to school every day now?" I asked.

He flashed me that crocked smile, mischievousness lacing his eyes. "Yes, if I can help it."

"How's your morning so far?" I asked a few minutes into the drive. I enjoyed our pleasant silences, but I wanted answers.

"Very amiable."

"What did you do last night." I know I wouldn't get the truth but I wanted to know what he would say.

He shrugged. "Did some homework, watched some TV, went to bed. Nothing to special." He spoke in a off hand voice.

Without giving my consent I reached over and took his hand and started playing idly with his fingers. His skin was as hard as marble, and cold as ice. It made goose bumps on my arms.

"How about you?" I looked up and saw Edward looking at me and not the road. "How has your night and morning been?"

I pursed my lips. "A bit boring," I told him honestly. "My dad and brothers aren't home so it's only me for a few days."

Edward looked thoughtful for a minute, then a smile crept onto his lips. What was he thinking.

When we got to school I didn't want to break the contact we already had, so I held his hand as we made our way to my first class. He didn't object. I ignored the stares we were receiving.

Mike looked extremely pissed during English. He looked like he wanted to punch something, or someone. I couldn't stop myself from smiling at the picture of Mike trying to hurt Edward. Edward could snap Mike like a twig. I enjoyed that idea a little to much.

When I walked into Government I practically got hauled by Jessica to the seats at the back of the class. When we had sat down she was looking at me expectantly, a sly grin on her face.

"What?" I snapped. She really hurt my arm.

"When did you start dating Cullen?" that grin was still on her face.

The question made me stop. Was I dating Edward?

"I didn't know I was."

Jessica gave me an exasperated look. "Come on Bella. He has driven you to school twice now and you were holding hands this morning."

I wasn't holding his hand because we're dating. I just needed to feel his skin on mine. Even though that seemed like a perfectly logical answer to me I had a feeling Jessica wouldn't be impressed.

"We really haven't talked about it yet." I told her truthfully. Hopefully now she'd lay off me. She didn't.

She kept asking unanswerable questions during Government and Spanish. Have you kissed yet? Have you met his parents? What's his siblings like? Were did he take you on your first date? Thank god for lunch.

As I exited my class I couldn't help but notice the god leaning against the wall. My god. I smiled at the sound of that.

Edward smiled when I made my way towards him.

"Hey," I said almost shyly.

"Hey," he said back, then grabbed my hand and walked me to the cafeteria. He obviously needed the physical contact as much as I did.

Without realizing what he was doing I watched as Edward bought a whole tray of food for me. I knew damn well he wasn't going to eat any.

We walked right past my regular table and the table his family was at. He led my to an empty table at the back of the cafeteria.

"Can I ask you something?" I began when we had sat down. I picked up a slice of pizza from the tray and took a bite.

"I believe you already did." He flashed me a smile. Smart ass. "But I'll allow you to ask another."

"Oh so I need you permission for every question I ask?" I couldn't help but tease.

"No not every question. Just the ones concerning me." That made me laugh.

"Are we dating?" I looked at the table while I said this. I found myself very nervous to hear his answer.

There was a slight pause before he answered. "I believe what we are doing could be classed as dating." He spoke hesitantly, as if this answer might make my mad. I looked up and gave him a relieved smile.

He smiled back at me and we just sat there staring at each other smiling. I could see the happiness in his eyes that was most likely in my eyes too.

Edward's my boyfriend. The phrase didn't sound right to describe mine and Edward's relationship.

"Umm…." I hesitated. "Are you doing anything this Saturday?" I knew it's suppose to be cloudy. Maybe a good time to tell Edward the truth.

"You beat me to the punch," he pouted. Man, I would really like to kiss those lips now.

"What?" I asked still in a daze.

"I was going to ask you if you'd like to accompany me somewhere on Saturday."

"So you have a place in mind?" He nodded but didn't say anything. "Do you want to shed some light as to where we will be going?" A wicked grin crept onto his face as he shook his head, still not saying anything.

It was my turn to pout.

"It's a surprise," he explained.

I couldn't stop myself from groaning. "I don't like surprises," I informed him.

"You will like this one." He sounded very confident.

I thought for a second. "Do I need to bring anything?"

He shook his head.

"Are you going to be driving us to this surprise place?'

"Of course."

"When will you pick me up?" I wanted to have all my facts down.

He smiled. "Well it's Saturday, so you'll probably sleep in…" He stopped and looked thoughtful for a second.

"No," I said to quickly. "I wont be sleeping in."

He smiled almost smugly. He had to know the hold he had on me. "Around eight then. We'll get an early start to the day."

As we made our way to biology I couldn't help but start to feel excited and nervous about Saturday. Where was he going to take me? How am I going to tell him what I am? Was he planning on telling me what he is?

We took our seats as Mr. Banner rolled in the TV. Well at least we wont be doing any work. By the sigh of relief from the rest of the class I knew they felt the same.

Mr. Banner started the movie then went to turn off the lights. I caught the word "Genes" as the title but when the lights went off I could give a damn about the movie.

The instant the classroom went dark I became hyper aware of Edward, if that was possibly. I could tell whenever he breathed, made a movement. His sent surrounded me, intoxicating me. The need to touch him became a craving clawing at my very being.

Not having a lot a self control I reached over and grabbed his hand and held on tight. A jolt of electricity shot through me like fire through my veins. I turned to look at Edward. He looked at me and I couldn't turn away.

His eyes were a mirror image of everything I felt: confusion, need, want.

We started at each other for an immeasurable time. The electricity still pored through me and all I could think was Please kiss me.

It looked like he was going to. He head bent slightly towards my when the lights turned on. I blinked against the brightness, having to let go of Edward's hand so I could rub my eyes.

I looked at the clock and noticed the bell was going to ring soon. How long had we been staring at each other? I rolled my stiff shoulders and flecked my hand, trying to bring circulation back into it.

When the bell rang Edward waited for me again. It took me a second to get myself orientated enough to stand.

We didn't speak as we walked to the gym. I could still feel the after math of the electric currant. I found my hand twitching every once in a while.

When we stopped I turned to Edward. He looked a bit lost. It broke me heart. He carefully caressed my check with his index finger. I closed my eyes n contentment until he stopped. I opened my eyes to see him looking at me longingly. Before I could say anything he turned and walked away.

I was a complete klutz in gym. We played badminton, but I was so preoccupied that I couldn't focus on what was happening around me. Eventually, after I hit my partner with my racket for the tenth time, the teacher asked me if I was feeling well the told me to sit for the rest of the class.

When class ended I practically flew through the doors to get changed. When I got walked out off the locker room Edward was there. I sighed in contentment when I grabbed his hand. He smiled at me before taking me to his car.

The drive to my place was peaceful, if not a bit to quick for my taste. Within minutes we were in my driveway. I turned to Edward. I didn't want to go. I wanted to stay here and just sit with him, just be with him.

"Do you want to come in?" I asked quietly. Nobody was home anyways.

He seemed to really consider my offer before turning to me apologetically.

"I would really love to, but I have to get home." I nodded in understanding.

He reached over to me and cupped my cheek in his hand.

"I wont be here tomorrow," he whispered.

I looked at him in shock. "Why?" I croaked out.

He sighed heavily. "There's something I have to do before Saturday. Don't worry I'm still picking you up." He gave me a grin, hoping I didn't ask any questions.

I smiled back at him. I guessed he was probably going to go hunting, just to be safe.

I tuned my face into his hand and kissed his palm. I stayed that way for a minute, just breathing in his sent. I wanted to get as much of it as I could seeing as though he wouldn't be here tomorrow. With one last kiss on his skin I got out of the car.

When I reached the house I turned and gave Edward a little wave. I could see the smile on his lips and the wave he returned.

How was I going to last not seeing him tomorrow?

I have an idea for a future chapter, unfortunately it's M rated. Do you guys want me to change the rating of just leave that chapter out of the story? Please tell me your thoughts. Review please