Okay, guys, I am loving this story, and I'm really getting into it. Some good stuff is coming. If you review (un-anonymously) you will receive a review from me with a preview of the next chapter. And let me tell you, it's getting exciting.

This first part of this chapter is a lot of conversations between Edward and Bella, as well as Bella's thoughts. All is told from Bella's point of view.

The second part of the chapter includes the Cullens. There is some humor, some drama, and some fury. So be prepared for an exciting chapter.

Okay, enough of me sounding like a conceited jerk, on with the chapter!

Song:

How can I not love you
What do I tell my heart
When do I not want you here in my arms
How does one walks away
From all of the memories
How do I not miss you when you are gone

How can I not love you

~Enriquez Joy

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Chapter 6-Answers

The night did end, and I have to say, I was upset about it. Edward and I returned to his home, and I still had technicalities I wanted to work out. We had both admitted our love for each other, and I'd learned a huge secret about my love, but I wanted to know where we stood. He hadn't asked me out. We weren't boyfriend and girlfriend. I didn't know what we were.

Edward and I sat on the bench of his piano, his fingers effortlessly gliding into perfect melody over the ivory keys. His eyes danced, and it made me smile to see just how happy music made him. The Cullens were gathered around us, swaying merrily in tune with the song.

Edward played a song just for Esme, which he had composed himself. The adoration of her son in Esme's eyes was very sentimental, truly sweet. It was impossible not to see how much she loved him.

But I really wanted to get some alone time with Edward. I tugged at the sleeve of his tan polo shirt. Edward's eyes and attention turned to me, though he did not stop playing. I didn't really notice that all eyes were watching me.

"Edward? Can we go somewhere else?" I tried to whisper, but they all heard me. I blushed, humiliated. Edward only nodded. He played the last few notes before he arose from the bench. Esme put her free hand—because the other was linked with Carlisle—on her chest. She repeated countlessly how lovely the song was. And she spoke the truth.

Edward slid his fingers in mine, and I nearly fainted. His hand was cold, and hard as stone, but comforting. I felt safe in the strong grip. He led me to his Volvo, opening the passenger seat door for me. He sped off—much to quickly for my liking—and stopped at my house. I opened the door to the apartment and let him in.

I opened my mouth to speak when we were both situated on my living room couch, but Edward beat me to it.

"Bella, I want to ask you a question," he said, calmly. I stared at him, his cue to continue. "Will you be my girlfriend?" he asked me so sweetly and politely. I nodded, mesmerized by his smile and thrilled beyond recognizable words.

Because I had been mere seconds away from bringing the very subject up, I wondered if he'd been lying when he said he could not here my thoughts. I started to believe when I took him by surprise with the turn I took on the rest of the conversation.

"Edward, please just tell me everything there is to know," I began. "Don't spare my feelings or save the glory details. I want to know everything." I demanded, confidently. I was surprised at the pure aggressiveness of my voice, as was Edward. His eyes were slightly wide. I let a smile escape.

Edward told me many things.

His family—along with a coven in Alaska—was different from other vampires. They did not feed off human blood. For that, I was relieved, to say the lease. It took a load off my shoulders. But that wasn't to say I was surprised. Edward was such a loving person. And sometime during the period I'd known him, I'd begun to let go of impossible. Impossible was no longer in my vocabulary. Because Edward's coven did not feed off of human blood, their family's bond was stronger. They were together because of love, not convenience. It was so nice.

He told me how he glittered in the sun. "It's the skin of a killer," he told me. But I just laughed. "I'll bet you're beautiful!" I retorted playfully.

He told me my senses were so weak in comparison to him. But even my disadvantaged awareness could observe that he had stone hard skin that was cold as ice. "Just a feature of vampires, I guess," he told me simply. I didn't think much of it.

I learned that vampires have only one enemy: the werewolf. I assured him my best friends were all human. No one was part dog! (A/N: ha-ha, I thought that was funny. By the way, Jacob may come in later!!!)

He told me that there were other vampires—bad ones. They had red eyes, unlike the topaz shade the Cullens flaunted. And they thirsted on the blood of humans. Many were nomadic and traveled their whole lives. It was nearly impossible for these vampires to reside in one place for any length of time.

I was eternally grateful for Edward's complete honesty. I should have known he'd ask about me.

Edward stared by asking me pointless questions. I'd shared that my favourite food was spaghetti, though my parents hadn't been the best of cooks. Mom was adventurous in her cooking style, while Dad was limited to bacon and eggs. When he asked my favourite colour, and I answered topaz, I flushed furiously. He insisted I tell him why, but I refused. Because the truth was, topaz wasn't my favourite colour. Just a week ago, it had been turquoise. But now, because of his irresistible eyes, I loved topaz. Finally, he just gave in and asked another question.

He eventually started asking me the deeper questions—about my parents and my love life. Of course, the love life conversation went by quickly. Edward didn't seem to believe that I hadn't a previous boyfriend. "Even for a day?" he questioned. When I shook my head, he persisted, "An hour?" I shook my head again. "Not even ten minutes, Edward Cullen!"

"So I'm your first boyfriend?" he asked, and I nodded while my cheeks flushed. "Well you are my first girlfriend," he said finally. My eyes widened in surprise.

"No way!" I laughed in disbelief. Edward Cullen? Vampire God Extraordinaire? No girlfriend before?

"Bella, I'm serious and you are laughing at me," he sighed, and looked at the floor. A pang of guilt ran through me. We were in the same boat after all. But he was so…Edward. He was perfect and wanted.

"Awe, Edward, I'm sorry. But everyone loves you at school, so I just assumed…" I trailed off, reaching for his hand. Our fingers intertwined and he looked at me.

"It's fine, Bella," he said softly. I didn't mean to, and I felt like an idiot, but I started crying. I tried to be quiet about it. I didn't want Edward to realise. But he did. "Bella? You're crying." He told me. He slid his arm around me.

"No," I lied, but my voice cracked.

"Bella, relax. Why are you crying?" He was patient when he spoke. I didn't say anything for a long time.

"Everything is messed up, Edward. I'm going to die—"he cut me off there.

"Well, I'll be very selfish for suggestions but…no…never mind…"

"What Edward?" I said, wiping away my tears.

"It's nothing, Bella. Never mind," Edward was saved because Alice and Jasper walked in.

Alice had this crazy grin on her face. I could tell she was happy about Edward and me dating. Her eyes shone with delight. Jasper was tenser, but he was smiling also.

"Come down and join the party, you two! There's going to be a storm tonight! Emmett wants to play baseball! You in, Edward?" Alice asked, almost bouncing.

Edward smiled, and replied, "Sure, I'm in. Bella?" He turned to me.

"Um, sure, but I'll just watch. I don't do sports." I answered truthfully.

"Yay!" Alice said. "C'mon, Bella! Come meet the family. The not-pretending-to-be-human family!" She reached for my hand, and pulled me up. Edward was right behind me, as we trailed down the stairs.

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Downstairs, the entire Cullen family was gathered around. They clearly knew I was coming down.

Carlisle smiled, though he seemed to not know what to say. Esme was smiling too, though she was very welcoming. She walked up to me and hugged me tightly.

Emmett smiled and said, "Now you know what I meant when I said 'hi human!'" He laughed to himself and I blushed, remembering my response. Rosalie, on the other hand, did not seem pleased. She scowled and rolled her eyes.

Jasper smiled at me sincerely. Alice hugged me tightly and said, "You're going to be such a great best friend!"

I asked Edward as quietly as I could why Rosalie disliked me. He mouthed the word jealous but Rosalie over heard the whole thing. She stormed up the stairs, and I heard her mutter unfriendly words toward me.

Emmett shrugged while he followed her.

"Welcome to the family, Bella!" Carlisle said.

I knew I would love this family very much! Even with Rosalie

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What did you think? I worked extra hard to finish it tonight!

Love,

Mary Alice