CHAPTER 4
SHOPPING
I was in such a great story-creating mode, I decided to make this chapter right after Chapter 3! Hope you enjoy!
Disclaimer – Twilight is too great and powerful for simple, little me to own.
Jasper P.O.V.
I knew everything happening was too much for Alice; I didn't need my ability to know that. Worst part was we didn't even know the intensions of Laurent's gang. Was it Alice or Bella they were after?
Alice curled into me, clutching my shirt as if I'd disappear. I raised my hand and gently stroked her back, feeling her worry die down to a softer level. We laid like this on our bed for a while, a few hours if I had to guess. Honestly, I wasn't keeping track of time. All my focus was directed to Alice.
Sometimes I wish I could read minds like Edward. Alice always seemed to puzzle me, though I bet Edward knew exactly what was up. I heard Emmett call me from downstairs. Grudging, I slowly rose up, making myself in a sitting position. Alice sat as well, pressing herself against my back with her arms around me.
"Don't go," she whispered. Alice couldn't imagine how that felt to me, having her want me to stay. Sadly, Emmett, Carlisle, and Edward were apparently working on some project they needed my help on.
I pulled her arms off and faced her. She gazed back, already knowing my answer. "Alice, I have to." I raised her head and kissed her on the cheek. Before I could pull away, Alice once again held me, this time with her arms around my neck.
"Promise me something?" she stated, rather than questioned. I nodded. "We'll figure this out together," Alice breathed against my face. I hated it when she drove me crazy like this! "I promise," I vowed to her before placing my lips against hers.
Rosalie P.O.V.
I listened for Jasper's quiet, quick steps downstairs before running to his room. Alice sat on the bed, her face dazed. I don't think she would have noticed me if I didn't sit next to her.
"Hey, let's go shopping!" I suggested excitedly. Esme wanted Alice to get distracted. Not that I blame her; Alice was rarely miserable or depressed-like, and when she was, the family just wasn't the same. Not without excited, jumpy, annoying Alice.
She smiled over at me. "Yeah, sounds like fun!"
After hours upon hours of shopping, we carried tons of bags out the mall doors, laughing our heads off. Mission accomplished, I thought to myself. "Wait!" Alice spoke suddenly. I turned and faced her. She grinned. "We forgot the other half of the mall!" I grinned back.
We ended up spending more time on this half of the mall than the one before! Every store we went through, we came out with completely different outfits and accessories. By the time we decided to take a break at the food court, not that we'd actually eat, I was out of breath. That is, if it was possible.
Alice was currently wearing a tight, short sleeve red shirt that wore letters in black saying Don't you wish you were me? with matching black, denim jeans. She wore a red clip in her hair, bringing out her perfect lips. A few bangles jingled from her arm as she babbled on to me about something that happened when she asked a salesclerk to check her out. Completely different meanings!
I had a baby blue tank over me with a pretty, white flower design near the bottom. It matched beautifully with my short, pearly white skirt and sandals. I wore blue earrings and a, may I add expensive, necklace. If I were a guy right now, I'd have to say me and Alice were hot!
"So he said, 'Ok, you look gorgeous!' but I was all like, 'I meant the bags!'" Alice exclaimed. "Men," I replied, rolling my eyes. Alice giggled more, almost causing her drink to fall over. I couldn't help but laugh too; it was pretty funny, for us anyway. When I finally managed to contain myself, I noticed Alice stopped laughing already. I looked over at her blank expression before recognizing it. Vision time. . .
James P.O.V.
"I think something's happening," I whispered to Laurent and Victoria. We sat quietly observing the two across the mall, following them in the shadows. It was very risky, but we managed to hide our scent, blending it in somehow with the humans around. Not that they were paying close attention to followers; they were busy shopping. I'll never understand girls!
Laurent looked up from his newspaper to gaze across. "What do you think is wrong?" he asked. Alice currently had a blank look on her face, as if she couldn't see what was right in front of her, as if she was spacing out…
"That's it! She's having a vision!" I spoke out. Luckily, the girl with Alice didn't seem to notice my outburst. Victoria kept grumbling, complaining how we didn't need to use her idea, how we didn't need this girl at all. I just shot her my dirty look every time she whined. That shut her mouth.
Alice seemed to jolt up suddenly before gazing around her. Her sister stayed quiet, waiting patiently for Alice to explain. She took a deep breath, replying, "I saw them."
I held my breath, praying she didn't see much. Alice continued on. "It was dark, but there was some light coming from the sky; a full moon I propose. Bella was running through a forest, I'm guessing the one near our house by the background, until stopping at a clearing. All three of them stood out there. They seemed to be paying attention to something else when they noticed Bella's presence. Victoria started walking toward Bella when James stopped her, shaking his head. Apparently they were in some sort of hurry or had a different matter to attend. The three disappeared into the night, but there was something different about James. It seemed as though he was carrying something," Alice's voice drifted off. The other girl spoke. "A bag, perhaps? Maybe they were just after an item."
"Maybe," Alice shook her head. "I don't know. It seemed bigger than a bag, but who knows."
Laurent spoke, confusion in his voice. "We didn't even think of a plan yet. The idea was to inspect around Alice's life, gathering information!"
"We just gathered exactly what we need," I smirked. "Tomorrow's a full moon you two. We better get ready!"
Edward P.O.V.
We just finished up with the project when Rosalie's BMW pulled into the driveway. I saw Emmett and Jasper grin. Rose walked through first, followed by Alice. Something was wrong. I looked over to notice neither of them carrying bags.
"Alice has a theory," Rosalie told us. Carlisle turned his attention to them. "What did you see?" he asked Alice. She smiled up at him, at all of us.
"I don't think Bella's in danger!" she declared. I let out a sigh of relief, grinning over at Alice. She grinned back at me. Carlisle looked confused. "Then what are they after?" This thought struck me too. "We aren't exactly sure, but in my vision Bella wasn't harmed, even when she walked up to them alone. They were apparently focused on some sort of other item I'm presuming," Alice replied.
"Then why did they seem so focused on Bella the other day?" I asked. Alice shrugged. "Probably to throw us off, thinking what they wanted us to think." I nodded understanding.
Carlisle spoke. "Well then! We should celebrate! Everyone goes out hunting tonight! Edward, you may tell Bella the great news tomorrow."
"'Kay." A wave of relief washed over me, but not from Jasper. I couldn't believe how lucky we were. Bella could've been in more danger than we assumed, but these vampires were after what? A simple item? Whatever it was, as long as it wasn't Bella, I didn't mind. Why would I? However, my thoughts did linger on the rest of the night, thinking of what they could possibly be after.
Me: Yeah, this chapter was sort of boring. I'll admit it! But hey, next chapter I'll make more exciting, okay? So, whatever your thoughts were on this, feel free to REVIEW!!