A/N: sorry guys!! I haven't updated in forev cuz my computer crashed :/ I'm sooo sorry. So- here is the nxt chap. Finally…

~Rosieee

Gabriella POV

"So- are you guys like- together?" Julie asked me. It was Saturday night, the day of my date with Edward. I still had, like, 6 hours to get ready and I had 3-wayed Ashley and Julie. They were still asking me all about Edward.

"Well- we aren't officially girlfriend and boyfriend yet, but I think it might be leading that way." I answered. I could hear in my voice the smile I had on my face as I said the word boyfriend. On the other end of the line, I heard a high pitched squeal, Ashley, and clapping, Julie.

"Wow- our little girl is growing up so fast!" Ashley said sarcastically. I rolled my eyes and just ignored her.

"So- are you guys gonna help me get ready tonight or what?"

"Oh- well, I can't Ella. I'm going out with Derrick." Ashley said, sounding apologetic.

"That's okay- what about you Jul?"

"Um… Ella, I really want to, but I have to tutor Kevin."

"You're still doing that? You've been tutoring him since we were in 7th grade! What grade is he in now?"

"Well- he's in 8th Grade. I've been doing it for awhile because he really needs the help. Besides, this is my last year. His family is moving because his parents want him to go to some special high school in South Dakota for kids who have trouble learning."

"Oh- okay. Well, I gotta go. Ash- are you sure its okay if I tell my parents I'm hanging out with you that night?"

"Yeah, it'll be fine."

"Cool beans. Bye." I said, and then hung up. 20 minutes later I was still sitting there with the phone in my hand, debating.

Although I didn't want to tell my friends, I really didn't want to get ready for my first real date all by myself, especially with my fashion sense. I was debating if I should call Edward on the number he gave me to see if his sisters wanted to help. I know it would be a good way for us to get to know each other, and they'd be a big help, especially with the clothes they wore. But would I be comfortable enough letting people I didn't know at all help me?

I didn't have time to decide because I was interrupted by my phone ringing.

"Hello?" I asked cautiously. It was Edward's number and I really wanted to hear his soft, velvet voice, but something told me it wasn't him. I was right, because all I heard was a beautiful soprano voice,

"Hi- um- Gabriella?"

"Yeah?" I asked even more cautiously than before.

"Um, hi- uh, this is Alice. Alice Cullen."

"Oh, hi! This is Gabriella." I said, and then smacked my forehead in frustration. Why was I always an idiot when I first talked to someone new? I was instantly afraid of what she might think, but I only heard her laugh. It was a sound so beautiful that it sounded like bells.

"Yes, I know. Listen- first things first- you are going out tonight with my brother?"

"Yes. Where are we going?"

"Well- that's for me to know and you to find out. It's a surprise." she said with a giggle

"Ughh- no offence, but I hate surprises." I groaned. She laughed again.

"Yeah, I kind of figured that. And speaking of surprises and clothing-"

"Wait- I never said anything about clothes." I interrupted.

"Well, now you did and since you bring it up, I was wondering something else."

"What?" I asked.

"Well- since you won't know what to wear, would you like to come over a little bit before and I can help you get ready? I mean, I love giving makeovers and I found this really cute outfit for you to wear and you would look so darn hot…"

"Oh My GOD yes! Thank-you. Thank- you Thank- you Thank-you!!! Alice you're a lifesaver!"

"Um- thanks. I get told that a lot, but what exactly did I do this time?"

"Well, I kinda had nothing to wear and… never mind. Just yes. A million times yes." I said as I looked into the mirror at myself in my sweat suit with my hair in a messy bun. "I need help- I'm not exactly what you call 'fashion forward'"

"Yeah, I noticed. No offence."

"None taken."

"Great!" She laughed again. "Now, my house is kinda hard to get to, so write this down. Do you know where Lake Park Avenue is?" she started. As she spoke I carefully wrote down the directions, step by step.

"And then there you'll see this turnoff. You'll be led down this really long driveway and then you'll see our house. Just park in front and I'll be watching for you."

"Okay. I think I got it. Thanks Alice."

"No prob. See you in a few."

"Okay, I'm leaving now. Bye." I said. I was said goodbye to and then hung up. I grabbed my coat and headed out the door. I had told my parents I was hanging out with Ashley and Julie for pizza and a movie, and they rarely called when I was out, so they should be no problem.

As I was driving, I followed each step Alice had given me carefully, and after getting lost twice, I was finally heading down the long drive to what I thought would lead to their house. I was right. In front of my stood a huge, 3-story mansion with the most beautiful garden off to the side. 'Great.' I thought 'They're perfect, beautiful, and rich. This should be fun.'

A/N: Okay guys. I was gunna make this longer and just continue on with the next persons POV, but its like 10:30 at nite n I have a test tmrw I have yet to study for. So yeahh… sorry bout the shortness. The next chap will be longer I promise so just bear with me. Now tell me wht you think!!!

~Rosieee

P.S. I have a question. It's a chance for you guys to take part in this story. So here's my poll:

Where should Edward and Gabriella go on their date?

the movies

out to dinner

another option (tell me in your review)