Ok so I was re-reading over this story because I will have a lot of time on my hands in the near future and I realized that this chapter doesn't really match up well with the rest of the plot line. So I'm revising it and you can expect about another chapter sometime this week. Knock on wood..
The first week passed rather quickly. I tried to get everything ready for my senior year of high school. I got all my school supplies, clothes, and junk throughout the week. Sadly, once that was done I couldn't find anything else to occupy my thoughts. Edward invaded my thoughts and refused to leave. Every time I looked at my books I remembered him looking through them. Every time I took a bath or a shower, I half expected him to burst through the door. Every night I dreamt about our morning after the party. I couldn't seem to help myself.
The weather was improving from the rain filled cloudy days into sunny clear ones. Charlie was almost always out fishing with Harry and Billy, leaving me alone with my thoughts. I tried cooking to keep myself preoccupied, but shortly I had cooked everything in the house. I couldn't watch TV without being bored to tears and my books were only reminders of Edward. I had run out of ideas.
Five days 'til school started. Five days until I saw Edward again. I'm counting now, obsessed much Bella? I decided to go down to La Push to see Jacob. When I pulled up to his house, he was at the door. I killed the engine and he was opening my door before I could reach the handle.
"Hey Bells, miss me?" Jake asked my grin on his face.
"Oh you know it Jake," I laughed and pulled him into a big hug.
He let go but kept one arm around my shoulders, "So what brings my favorite person down here?"
We began walking inside his house where he had to let me go in order to fit though the door. "Oh you know, I was bored."
"So you thought of me, don't I feel special."
I laughed, "Jake I think you know me better than that."
"Yeah I guess I do," he laughed. "But really, why the sudden visit?"
"Just wanted to get my mind off something. You always distract me."
I instantly regretted my words. I knew Jacob like me, way more than I like him. I just couldn't bring myself to think of him that way. I couldn't shake the feeling that someone else was meant for him, and me.
"I mean, come on, you're my best friend." I saw his face drop a little, but he still held his smile.
"Always Bella."
We spent the rest of the day sitting around and talking. Eventually we went out to the beach. We held hands and walked along the shore line. I knew it meant something totally different to him but to me, it was just a comfort thing, having my best friend so close.
At six I left, giving Jacob a hug and starting my ancient truck. Charlie was already home by the time I got there. I cooked the fish he caught and excused myself after we ate. Up in my room I paced. I don't know why, but I felt really uneasy. Like someone was watching me, and I couldn't shake the feeling. It was really starting to bug me.
At nine, I decided I couldn't do anything about it and got in the shower. I still expected Edward to come though the door when I got out, but was disappointed. Again. I climbed between the sheets and fell into a restless sleep, the feeling never leaving.
The three days went by slowly. Painfully slow actually. I was bored out of my mind and that edgy sense never left. Finally it was Sunday night. School started in the morning. I was excited, nervous, and confused. It was making my stomach hurt. I set my alarm and lay in bed, waiting for sleep to take me.
Beep beep beep, beep beep beep.
I picked up the evil alarm clock and turned it off. I stared at the ceiling for five minutes before getting up and getting in the shower. After getting out, blow drying my hair, getting dressed and double checking my school stuff, I went down stairs to eat breakfast.
All we had was cereal, being as everything I had cooked had either spoiled or been eaten and I had yet to go grocery shopping. I ate quickly, barely tasting the food. I went back upstairs to get my bag when it hit me. I was going to see Edward again today. I turned to look at myself in the mirror.
I was wearing a simple blue shirt and dark jeans. My hair was its naturally wavy mess, and I wore no make up. I put on my dark blue converse and grabbed my bag and almost ran down the stairs, a little anxious to get to school.
I tripped on the last stair and flew into the front door. I cursed rather loudly and looked in the closest mirror. A red mark on my forehead was nearly visible and would hopefully be gone by the time I got to school.
I opened the front door to see that the rain was back. I hate the rain, I thought to myself. I tried to run as fast as I could without falling to my old faithful truck. I got in and began the 15 minute drive to school, the whole time thinking about Edward.
Would he talk to me?
Would he even acknowledge my presence?
Does he have a girlfriend?
Does she know about us at his party?
If she does will she confront me about it?
Am I going to have to fight some no doubt beautiful girl on my first day at Forks High School?
By the time I pulled into the parking lot, I was convinced I was going to be suspended for three days for fighting by lunch. I mean how could Edward Cullen not have a girlfriend? It would be like mystical creatures invading the school.
I walked into the office to get my schedule and met a very perky pixie like girl. She was short, even more than me, and had short black hair gelled in to spikes. She was so grace full walking around the office and was undoubtfully one of the most beautiful people I have ever seen.
I think I was staring because she cleared her throat and I noticed she was right in front of me.
"Hi! You must be Bella Swan! It's so nice to see a new face in this little town. Do you need me to show you around campus?" she said in one breath.
"Um… S- Sure. I'd like that uh," I surprisingly got out. I was astounded I got that much out before blushing so bad I was sure the burn wouldn't ever go away.
"Oh! I'm Alice. Alice Cullen." She reached out her hand.
I shook it hesitating when I felt her icy skin.
"Wait. Cullen?" I finally heard the words she had spoken.
"Yes, I'm aware you've already met my brother Edward." She giggled and took my schedule from my hands.
I couldn't do anything but gape. He had told his family about me? Why would he do that? It was confusing. It was only that one time that we talked, and then we…
"Earth to Bella!" Alice brought me out of my daydream, waving her hand in front of my face.
"Huh?" Well that was smart.
She giggled again, seems she does that a lot. "Come on, were gonna be late." She began to pull me in to the hallway and down to the other end.
"Where are we going Alice?"
"We are going to our first hour class silly." She never stopped giggling.
She must have seen the lost expression on my face because she stopped and handed me back my schedule. "We have first hour math together. Honors Calc. It's right here."
She had to push me into the classroom and guided me to the teacher's desk.
"This is Isabella Swan, she's new here," she said in a very polite manner but her tone had some authority behind it. "Bella, this is Mrs. Marbest."
"Good morning Isabella, I'm glad to meet a new pupil." Mrs. Marbest was old. Like dinosaurs are younger than her. She looked like one of those teaches that just drones on and on when they lecture. "Take any seat that is open." Her voice was a little scratchy, and she looked like she wanted to be here even less than us.
"Thanks." I nodded and turned to look at the classroom.
It was just four plain white walls enclosing twenty plain desks, with one dark brown chalkboard at the front. The teacher's desk was barely longer than the students and only papers, folders, and one larger calendar took up space.
Alice motioned for me to sit to her right and for that I was utterly thankful.
The 85 minute class went by faster than I thought possible. I could already tell that class was going to be easy.
After the bell rang, I grabbed my books and headed towards the door. I looked down to my schedule and saw that I had AP US History II next. I groaned, I was never one for remembering dates.
"Oh don't worry Bella." I looked up to see Alice staring at me. "Jasper's in that class. He's a big history buff. Come on, I'll introduce you." Without even time to protest, Alice was pulling my arm down the hallway to a tall, muscular blonde.
Damn, what is in the water here!?
There was no denying that this man was incredibly hot. I'd even say gorgeous. Down Bella.
He must have heard us coming because he turned to look at us. He glanced at me and gave and almost inaudible chuckle, then turned to Alice and reached for her.
I thought I was going to have to make a break for it by the look of lust in his eyes, but Alice backed up instead.
"Jasper…" She warned.
"Alice…" He wined back. I thought I saw his eyes dart to me then back to her. I could have been wrong.
"It's not even ten yet."
"It's not my fault. You wanna trade? I would love to see you handle high school." He inched forward a fraction only to have Alice back up another inch. I was so lost.
"Later," she said, her tone was drenched in finality. His face dropped. "I promise," she added. Jasper's face lit up a tiny bit and quickly pulled her to his chest. Even though we were in the middle of the hallway, I felt like I was intruding on a very private moment.
I was backing away slowly throughout the entire conversation. That's when she seemed to remember me.
"Silly Bella, don't think I forgot about you." She giggled again, never moving from Jasper's arms. "This wonderful man here is my Jasper." She placed her palm on his cheek as he squeezed her to his chest. "He's in your second hour so you'll know somebody."
He looked kinda tense. I thought it was because of me, and I didn't like making him uncomfortable. "Don't worry about it Jasper, I'll be ok."
"Don't be ridiculous Bella. I'm just a little tired. You know, not used to getting up early and all." His eyes didn't meet mine while he gave me that excuse, but I ignored it anyways.
"Ok, let's get going. I really don't want to be late on my first day."
He seemed hesitant. He looked down to Alice who whispered in his ear. Whatever she said to him made him relax almost instantly.
"Now a worry, Mr. Teason is a cool guy. Although, if you're with me he may give you a hard time."
We started walking down the hall and into a classroom on the far right.
"And why is that?" I asked jokingly.
"Cause he's mad that I know more on the Civil War than he does." I laughed. Jasper tried to hide the smirk on his face but I caught it before he could compose himself again.
"Arrogant?"
"No, confident."
We both broke into a laughing fit as we sat into the desks. It surprised me how well I got along with him, and Alice for that matter. I just met them both and yet, I felt connected to them. Like we've been friends for a very long time.
I introduce myself to the teacher, and Jasper was right, he was a cool teacher. Another 85 minutes flew but and before I knew it, it was time for lunch.
"Hey Jasper, I don't know where to go." Half of the students went to lunch, and the other half went to their third period.
"Oh, right sorry. Let me see your schedule." I handed it to him while he started walking out the doors. "You have AP Biology third hour with Rader, so you have first lunch. I think Edward's in that class too."
I froze. I have a class with Edward. My stomach started to hurt from nerves, excitement, and angst.
"Beeellllaaaa." Jasper sang, trying to get my attention.
"Huh? Sorry, daydream." I shook my head in order to clear it.
"You do that a lot don't you?" He looked amused.
"Maybe," I muttered.
He laughed and let me down a new hallway and into the cafeteria where we were met by a very excited Alice.
"So how has your day gone so far?" she questioned at she skipped, yes skipped, to Jasper's side.
"Well, I haven't caused any accidents or fallen down so far, so I'm doing great." I smiled.
As if on cue, I slipped on water on the floor and flew backwards. I braced myself for the impact but only met two strong arms, and laughter.
I was forced to stand up and I cautiously opened my eyes. Who ever saved me from a very embarrassing fall still had their hands around my waist. I turned my head to gaze up at a god.
Edward.
I was staring and I didn't care.
"Alice, please!!"
Jasper's wine brought me out of my trance.
"God, Jasper control yourself please." His voice was still like velvet, despite his disgusted tone.
"Hey, this is so not my fault," Jasper defended himself.
"I feel like I'm missing something important." I finally found my voice. It sounded weak even to me.
Edward chuckled. Don't jump him. Don't jump him. Don't jump him.
I didn't quite trust myself not to completely jump him, so I simply refused to look at him.
"Are you always so observant?" amusement coated his words.
"I pride myself on it actually." I stared straight ahead.
I felt him falter and forced my way out of his arms. That's when I made the mistake of looking at him. My breath hitched, I'm almost positive my heart skipped a beat, and my face flushed bright red.
We just stared at each other; I didn't even notice Alice and Jasper sneak off to a closet. Unfortunately, something always ruins the moment, and this time, it was a big bear of a man. At first, I thought it was a teacher by the size of him, but when he bounded up to Edward and playfully punched him in the shoulder, I noticed he was a student.
It was then that I realized I was staring again. But really, no one could have blamed me. He was huge, muscular, tall, and pale but it worked on him. His curly brown hair just sat on his head. And of course, he was breath takingly handsome.
Then a very peeved looking goddess strutted up and locked arms with the bear. She was the most beautiful woman I have ever seen, like a playboy playmate combined with a Victoria's Secret model. Her long blonde hair and light brown eyes could have gotten any man on the face of the earth to beg at her feet.
I realized I was staring again, and another blush ran over my face. It's the freaking water.
"Excuse me?" the blonde snapped. I think I might have muttered some of my thought out laud.
"Uh- I- I meant- the water, there's something in the water." Brilliant Bella, way to make a good impression.
The bear looked curious. "What?" he said laughing.
"Well, between Alice, Jasper, Edward, then you two, I figured there was something in the water. I mean, look at you guys." It seemed the blush was now permanent on my face.
The blonde seemed to ease up a bit. Barely.
"So, uh, are we going to get something to eat?" I wasn't going to admit it, but I was starving. I tent to eat when I'm nervous, it's a miracle I've stayed so skinny.
"I'll go with you Bella. The rest of us had a big breakfast." Edward's voice always made me tingle.
The bear snickered as we walked towards the lunch line.
"Sorry about Emmett, he finds a lot of random things funny."
"That's alright. He seems nice, huge and intimidating, but nice." I couldn't help the ease that came along with talking with Edward.
"Yeah, his bark is worse than his bite," he laughed.
I looked over my shoulder to see Emmett cracking up, apparently something was hilarious.
"And the blonde?" I was a little nervous to hear about her. I don't think she like me very much.
"Well, Rosalie can come off a little cold, but she's nice too. Deep DEEP down."
I looked back again, Emmett was laughing still and Rosalie was scowling.
"She's the most beautiful woman I've ever seen. She must get people trying to use her for her beauty. Is that why she's so mean?"
Edward was quite for a couple of seconds. "Partly. She's had some hard times. She lets is define her. That's why Emmett is perfect for her. Emmett is like a kid. He does everything to please Rose, but he also knows when to call her out when she's being a diva. It's actually a little gross sometimes."
By that time, I had gotten my food- just a salad and an apple- and was just about to pull out my wallet when Edward beat me to it. He gave the lunch lady a five and told to keep the change. He grabbed my salad and walked to where Emmett and Rose were sitting. I caught up to him and sat down. Rosalie was just staring at me like I had something tattooed on my forehead while Emmett was staring lovingly at her. I could see what Edward meant by gross.
For the next ten minutes, I ate and they watched. Rose and Emmett looked threw disgusted looks at my food and Edward's eyes never left my lips. I was getting a little self conscious when Alice and Jasper returned.
"Where did you two run off to?" I had a pretty good idea but wasn't about to make assumptions about my new friends.
"The ah- library," Jasper lied.
"Oh really? Find any good books?" Emmett questioned. I don't really think he cared about books.
"Yeah there's one really good one about how to murder you brother, Emmett," Alice glared at him. Needless to say, it shut him up while making everyone else laugh. She looked quite vicious despite her size.
That's when the lunch bell rang. I looked up to see everyone in the cafeteria get up to leave.
"Ready for class Bella?" Edward asked.
"Sure?" It came out as more of a question than a statement. I was a little nervous about spending time with him, but at the same time, I couldn't wait to spend more time with him. I was confused for the billionth time that morning.
It felt weird. Me and Edward. It's as if we've always known each other. We just fell into a rhythm all our own. No awkwardness, not uncomfortable silences, just us.
That was until third hour Biology.
Ok, so I'm gonna clear up a few things.
Yes, they are vampires.
Their control is a LOT better than in the books, obviously.
I've been reciently grounded. So I have no cell phone, iPod, car, or social life. I'm not even allowed to go to prom. My date totally flipped when I told him too. Ugh, anyone else have crazy parents?
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