A/N: Hello. I'd just like to say thank you for reviewing; keep them coming. I'd also like to point out that updated will take longer, because of school and exams and all the usual boring stuff that gets in your way. Grr. Anyway check out muffinmad99 stories- I am beta reading. By the way I spotted a mistake in 1st chapter it says she buys the apartment with her mother and fathers house(which has been burnt down) I'll change it to life savings just to let you know. Hope you enjoy this chapter. R&R.

Poisoned Rose

Chapter four- misted vision

*Bella's POV.*

''Edward, sit down…'' I smiled warmly, looking at the 'new Edward' He was completely unrecognisable from what he looked like less than ten minutes ago. He had stubble-free skin, and looked amazing. He sat down without saying a word. His face was twisted with emotions and his body language proved to me that he was as nervous as me.

''So then…'' Edward said suddenly, making me jump!

''Why did you leave me Edward, when I needed you the most? Why Edward?'' I questioned. The atmosphere grew tense and awkwardness appeared in every corner. He looked away. ''Edward'' I repeated, after a long silence.

''That doesn't't matter.'' He trailed of.

''It does to me Edward, you left me twice, don't you think I deserve an explanation?'' I said, my anger blubbering inside of me.

''Look, I will give you one, just not today.'' He smiled, rubbing my shoulder.

''So your planning on then stopping then?'' I chuckled.

''Hmm… I'm going to stop at a homeless centre.'' He smiled.

''Edward, don't be stupid. You can stop here. I mean I have a spare room.'' I smiled back.

''I don't want your pity Bella.'' His raised his voice, sharply.

''Well that's good then because I'm not giving you my pity. I'm offering you a chance for a roof over you head, like a friend would. You can stay here 'till you get your self sorted.'' I started harshly but my voice softened.

After a few words of persuasion, he decided he would stay. In till he could afford his own apartment. I was quite happy that I would finally get company. But we still had a lot to talk about. A lot! But I know I have to give him chance. It looks like he has been though a lot!

I studied Edwards face for a few seconds, his face was mixed with pain, confusion and awkwardness. I rewarded myself a smile, I'd finally got my best friend back. Hopefully for good. After a few minuets of explaining to Edward that he could treat my apartment like his own. I decided to call Alice. I told her that I would explain Monday. She understood in her pixie-like way. She practically deafened me, how loud she was over the phone.

I let Edward borrow my father's old clothes and keep the spare room in my apartment. He would need some new clothes soon but I thought we could go shopping tomorrow, I mean I still have money saved up from my parents life savings. Edward hasn't change at all. Well he is a tiny bit different, but I suppose that's what the streets do to you and obviously he is a little bit awkward around me but he still hates shopping! I have always loved shopping! Clothes shopping that is. But the trouble is I could spend all my money on new clothes. Its one of my weaknesses. In the past I have dragged Edward around shopping with me and he always chuckles at how much I spend.

Me and Edward decided on an early night: It had been a long day and we were getting up early because of shopping! I was thinking of inviting Alice, Rosalie, Emmett and Jasper but I decided I would explain to Alice on Monday and also me and Edward need some catching up time.

He stilled seemed slightly of with me just before we headed to bed. He didn't speak much, couldn't really look at 8888888

After a few minutes we both headed for bed. I set my alarm for nine o'clock. I whole three extra hours in bed. Thankfully. I then switched of my bedroom light and snuggled in to my warm bed. My head barley touched the pillow before I dropped of into a well deserved peaceful sleep!

I let out a groan ad the sound of my alarm woke me. My eyes felt heavy like I hadn't had a ounce of sleep, although I had slept very well. Almost too well. My first proper night sleep since the death of my parents and the odd disappearance of Edward. No matter how much sleep I had, I still felt tied. It was just me. I lay still for a couple of seconds trying to block out the ear-piercing sound of my alarm. After a couple of seconds, eyes still shut, I reached out and switched of my alarm. Great, no chance of a proper lie in! No rest for the wicked as they say. After a few minutes I got up. As much as I didn't want too, I had no choice. I didn't want Edward to feel uncomfortable in my fathers clothes.

After a battle with my hair and make up and the long choice of choosing what to wear, I was fit to go. Edward was already up and ready. So we went. It was barley after half ten.

''Do we have to go?'' Edward moaned as we headed into the nearest clothes shop. He still hated clothes shopping badly!

''Yes, stop being a baby. Come on!'' I chuckled, practically dragging him into the shop. It took a lot of persuasion for him to take my money to by him for some clothes, but the 'the quicker you agree with me, the quicker we go.'' Speech, persuaded him. He wasn't fussy. He picked out some decent clothes and we headed home. I bought myself some clothes as well. I couldn't help myself. It was a bad habit, I guess.

Edwards face showed relief as we were on our way back. He defiantly wasn't lying when he said he hated shopping. Me and Edward had different options on most things but despite this we were still inseparable!

I didn't feel a little bit tired when I got back home. Edward didn't look that tired either.

''Would you like to meet my friends, I mean its half past two we have a whole day to do something.'' I smiled, in a questionable tone. His facial expressions changed.

''Not today. I'm still not up to meeting people. Maybe we could just talk?'' He asked, rushing his words.

''Does that mean you are ready to tell me what happened? Or is it to soon?'' I asked, hoping for him to explain.

''I suppose you deserve an explanation, don't you? And I have to tell you some day.'' He sighed.

''Take your time Edward.'' I smiled, rubbing his shoulder.

''Ok, look its really quite simple. Me and my family.'' He started.

''By family, do you mean Louise and John?'' I interrupted. He nodded.

''Well, anyway me and my mom and dad, were going though a rough, time with arguments. And we decided to move. They tried to hide it away from everyone.'' He sighed.

''But why did they leave? And it doesn't't explain why you become, you know.'' I was still confused and the homeless topic, was awkward for me to talk about.

''Homeless?'' He said for me. I nodded. ''I couldn't take the arguments, so I left, but had no money with me.'' He rushed.

''And why did you move? You mom and dad and you? And why did it only take a few days for you to leave?'' I asked.

''Erm, We moved to Forks into my Nan's house, they moved there because they thought they wouldn't't argue as much around my Nan'' He mumbled. ''My Nan passed away a few days later and the arguments continued.'' He finished. I nodded. There was nothing more to say. He had explained his life to me in a couple of minutes and I thought there would be so much more to his story. But something didn't't seem right. He probably didn't really want to tell me. I don't blame him. Its his life and by the looks of it, it had been as bad as mine.

I couldn't imagine been homeless. All on my own with no one. Fighting against, coldness and starvation every second of the day. Making sure no one mugs you. Having to sit there day after day, seeing people looking down at you. Taking pity of you. We have both had our fair deal of shit in our lives. Things that people shouldn't have to cope with. We both lost our parents really and hopefully we could help each other though that. Hopefully.

*Edwards POV*

I thought my story was convincing, but I hated lying to her. But I have to. This is the only way we can ever be together. If our friendship is based on a lie so be it. I just can't bare to be without her. She is like a drug to me. I need her to stay alive. But the truth would make her hate me. The truth would destroy her and would eventually destroy me. Maybe I'm been selfish and she does deserve the truth but I can't just walk away from her. I love her to much. I thought I could be with out her. I can't! I tried and failed. And know I have her back, I'm never letting her go!

A/N: Thanks to the people have reviewed- ok I have mentioned this, but thanks(; Hope you liked this chapter, its took me a long time to update because of school work and all the usual boring stuff that gets in your way of everyday life. Rant over. I would really love you to review. So get typing. Anyway, if you would like to be my beta please PM me. If you do become my beta-reader I'll do you a shout out- If you have a story. Anyway I hope you liked it (the chapter) it took me a long time to write. I don't know if the Edwards point of view chapter was a mistake. Please Fav/alert and Review!