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I can see why Bella said no to marriage. Heck, the wedding I just went to (brother's wedding) well, it threw me off getting married. It was the most horrible wedding ever. I mean, Bridezilla can't compare. I understand why Bella said NO.
My grandpa thought the holy water on the sides of the doors (Catholic wedding) was ashtrays. Because they're in little bowls shaped just like ashtrays. I asked him if he actually put his cigarette in there, but he said he already put it out before it got in church. (Roll my eyes at him and laugh)
Chapter 24 (Bella's POV)
I was lying in bed thinking of all what happened that day. It was five o'clock in the morning and I still couldn't get to sleep. After all that happened-Jake, the wolves, the creepy red eyes,--I still smiled, remembering Edward and I dancing. It was lovely when we waltzed. I-Bella Swan-actually waltzed. Well, more like stumbled along with the steps, but it was perfect with Edward there. His family soon joined and all in all, the rest of the evening went smoothly.
I didn't see the Black's or Sam or any of them. They must have left early. Charlie watched Edward and I the whole night. Or should I say morning. It was three o'clock when the last person left. It was Edward of course, but anyways, Charlie didn't bring up the subject of what we saw.
I still had my gun beside me, just in case. I had loaded it and made sure it was ready to shoot. I decided to give up on sleep and just go get something out of the fridge. I walked quietly to the kitchen, not wanting to wake up Charlie. I got some ice cream out that I stashed away. Hehehe. I sat at the table and a ringing sound went through the house. I ran to my room, grabbing my cell and quickly answered it.
"Hell-oh?" My mouth was full of ice cream.
"Hey, Bella." Edward's voice came over the phone.
I swallowed my very cold ice cream, "Hey, what's up?"
"Hm, nothin', just couldn't sleep." He sounded pretty sleepy to me.
"Me neither. I'm eatin' some ice cream!" I walked back to the table and got another spoonful.
"Ice cream?" He chuckled.
"Yep!" I said as I put it in my mouth. "Mmmmmmmmm. So good."
"Are you teasing me?" He asked.
"I'm just saying how good of ice cream I have. And you don't have any. HA!" I said smiling.
"Yes I do." I jumped and screamed as he spoke into my other ear.
"Edward!!!" I said, turning around to see him. He was laughing quietly. "What are you doing here?"
"Seeing you. And getting some ice cream." He smiled and went to get a bowl and spoon.
"We're gonna get in trouble, you know that?" I said as we both sat down. He scooped a big bowl of ice cream but then frowned. "What's the matta?"
"No chocolate syrup." He pouted.
It was too cute. He must have been really tired. "It's alright sweetie," I pinched his cheek. "I'll get you some."
He smiled a child so full of happiness. "Yah!!!!"
I laughed at him and brought some chocolate syrup to him. He stopped acting like a little kid and soon devoured his ice cream.
"So," He said as he got up to rinse his empty bowl. "What are we doing today?"
"Mmm. Putting stuff up. The most horrible part of the whole thing." I groaned.
"But you have me!" He scooped me up in his arms and ignoring my squirms and protests, he walked to the living room and sat down with me in his lap.
"Edward, if my dad walks in and sees us like this, we are so—"
He kissed me. He never lets me finish my sentence, does he? When he pulled back slowly, I didn't speak. He would just cut me off, so why bother!
"He'll be sleeping a little bit late I think." He lay down on the couch, me going with him. I rested on his chest, listening to his breathing. I was soon lulled to sleep by his rhythm. But I woke up with a start when the phone rang. I got up slowly, taking time to look at the clock-ten thirty. I looked to see Edward still sleeping. I answered the phone not bothering to see the name on the caller ID.
"Hello. Swan residence." I answered half asleep.
"Hi, Bella. I was wondering if Edward was there by any chance?" Esme's voice sounded far away.
"Yeah. He is. He was going to help put stuff up but he fell asleep." I said, falling back on the chair.
"Oh! Do you need any help?" I seriously doubted she wanted to.
"Esme, you've done enough. I thank you and your family a hundred times over. We couldn't have done any of it without you guys." And it was true. They helped with everything. And now we had the job of cleanup.
"Are you sure?" She sounded uncertain.
But I persuade her not to. "Yes, now you guys take the day off. Go somewhere fun! Make sure ya call Edward if you do, he's been so good."
"Alright, well, I better go make breakfast. Their starting to get up. I'll talk to you later."
"Bye!"
"Good-bye." I hung up the phone and threw it into the other chair. It bounced and landed on the ground. I groaned and Edward made a sound. A sound like he was waking up. Well, not really, but a little help from me would do the trick!
I got up from my chair and quietly approached him, like a cat. At the perfect moment, I pounced on him! But he caught me before I could tickle him. Darn, shoulda went with the ice or cold water.
He laughed, looking at my shocked expression, "Thought I was asleep, huh?"
I glowered, "You're a meany."
He laughed and pulled me to him, "Oh, Bella. What am I going to do with you?"
"Hmm, stay with me forever?"
"Sounds good." He said looking down at me. Or up, in our position.
"Well, Esme called. Wanted to know where you were." I laughed at his 'Uh-oh' face. "Don't worry, told her you came over to help us."
He looked relieved, "Thanks. Are they coming over?"
"Nope, told 'em to take the day off." I said, "And you should too! You've done enough for us, Edward."
"You're not getting rid of me that easy." He chortled.
I rolled my eyes, "Darn."
"You two finally up, I see." We looked to see Charlie standing on the other side of the room. I got up, but not before I saw Edward's blush. It was so cute. I was tempted to go 'awww'. I'm sure I was blushing too, though, so I didn't.
"Well, where do we start at?" I asked when I was finally standing. Edward stood next to me, straightening out his clothes.
"Nowhere. The worker's can do it. That's what their here for." He said as he walked to the kitchen.
"What? Dad?" I strolled in behind him. "Dad, it'll be faster if I help. Plus, they don't know where everything goes!"
"I do." He turned to look at me. "I'll be fine, Bells. Just go have fun with Edward."
"Dad, I will not let you do this. You should be taking it easy." I tried to reason with him, but he wouldn't listen.
"Bella. I'll be perfectly fine. If anything happens, I'll call. But right now, GO!" He said, fluttering his hand as in a 'GO AWAY' sign.
"Fine." I said, grumbling. Charlie left the house, giving Edward and I time to talk.
"So…where do you wanna go?" He asked as he leaned against the counter.
"I don't know." I said as I got some water out of the fridge.
"How about…a trip to the city?" He asked.
"Mmm. Sure." I set my cup down.
"Alright. I'm sure you want a shower and change of clothes, so meet me at my house, in…" He looked at his watch. "An hour?"
"Sounds good." I leaned up to give him a kiss. He quickly responded and turned us around so that I was the one against the counter. I felt his arms rub my back as he started kissing me more deeply.
"So, what are you kids…" We broke apart as Charlie came into the room again. "Uh…"
Edward blushed again, which I knew I was doing to. "Um, so I'll see you in an hour, Edward."
"Yeah." He glanced at Charlie, then gave me a peck on the cheek before he left.
"So, how serious is this, Bella?" Charlie asked as we heard Edward's car leave.
I shrugged and smiled at the same time, "Very."
He nodded his head slowly. "Well…I hope the school gave you kids the sex talk, because I sure don't want too."
My eyes widened and I held back my laughter. But a small snort came out. Charlie looked at me, blushed and shook his head. He left the room quickly, to say the least.
When I heard the door shut, I bursted out in laughter. Oh, my. Giving me 'the talk' at seventeen. He was funny!! My, that would be so embarrassing. I ran to my bathroom, getting ready for my shower, but still giggling along the way.
In less than forty five minutes, I was off to the Cullen house. I was expecting Esme or Edward or someone to come when I knocked on the door. But when I opened it, it wasn't what I expected. In fact, it was horrible. Absolutely horrifying. No other words could describe it.
Okay, people, next chapter changes it all…And, you'll finally find out what's going on…hehehe.