I had a hard time concentrating on Mr. Banner talking pointing out certain plants and talk of the kind of wild life in the forest, with Edward beside me. Not that I didn't have trouble already with my footing and didn't pay much attention before either.

Edward kept at my side faithfully the rest of the way, never leaving my side again. When we had to climb up hill, he would press me tight into his side and lift me up easily over rocks and logs. I had even found myself tripping on purpose just so he would tighten his grip on me. And trust me, it wasn't very hard to pull of. If there ever was ever a casting call in a play or movie for a klutz, I would get the part easily, hands down.

I wondered if he started catching on because each time I faked it he smiled slyly.

"Were almost to the campsite just half a mile more of hill climbing." Mr. Banner announced, to my relief but I also found some disappointment in his words because soon I would have to let go of Edward. During the hike my arm found its way around Edward for support while his arm around my waist helping me.

Mr. Banner looked towards the back at me. He stared at me for a moment.

"Hang in there, Bella." He said monotone much to my embarrassment. He didn't even sound like he meant it then he turned around and started leading again. My smile from a good mood faded into a frown as everyone's eyes landed on me. I tensed and Edward tightened his grip in response for comfort. Their stares lingered, I noticed. I thought no one had noticed me having a hard time, I guess I was wrong.

Edward chuckled at Mr. Banners words and leaned down to my ear. "He thinks you're a liability." He laughed again. People whispered as they saw Edward's so close and good mood towards me. Their surprised expressions were reluctant to turn away.

"Great," I answered him "so I'm a lawsuit waiting to happen? Nice to know what my new high school thinks of me." He laughed again. that's when I noticed Alice in the crowd of stares. She was staring at me keenly as a sly smile appeared on her face as she saw me notice her. Then she slowly turned away as the group began to walk again, once again leaving us in the very back. I was still frozen in her stare in awe.

We were beginning to fall behind again, because of me, but Edward didn't seem to mind in the least.

"I think I have an idea." he said as he paused. I paused beside him.

"What?" Everyone was beginning to leave us behind as we stood still.

"We only have half a mile to walk, its not much but I think you need a break with your condition."

"What condition?" I said defensively.

He looked down at me. "You're a klutz, you shouldn't be forced to this with your luck. And you seem weary."

"I'm fine," I said curtly walking ahead only to end up tripping over a lose rock. I felt my rock ankle twist the wrong way. It hurt but I knew it wasn't bad. At east I hadn't broken or twisted it. I tried to keep the pain of my face as I got up.

"Exactly my point.'' I herd him say under his breath as leaned down to help me up.

"Are you okay?"

"Just fine." I could her the acid in my voice. I was getting annoyed with myself and my incompetence to walk.

He scrutinized my face, he didn't believe me.

"It hurts a little but it'll fade." I admitted.

"Come here," he pulled me by the hand behind him as I limped hastily behind. He stopped under a tree then turned to face me. "Put your hands around my neck." He demanded.

I was a little surprised by the order but I didn't hesitate long. So far I liked his idea. he pushed me against the tree for support then he bent down so I could reach and wrap my arms around his neck.

"Hold on tight." he warned, his eyes never leaving my face. Then he put his hands under my thighs and lifted me up.

I yelled startled and surprised. He wrapped my legs around his waist and put his hands underneath me supporting me.

"There," he said smiling and carried me not showing no trouble at all. We caught up with the group and this time we actually kept up thanks to him who easily kept pace.

Our faces were close together. We were face to face, his eyes never left mine and a hint of a smile that played on his lips never faded either. I had no place to look away, I could hardly look past his face. Then I just decided to enjoy the moment and before I could think about it twice, I buried my head into his neck. I instantly regretted it. How would he react? I waited for his reaction. He just simply leaned his head against me.

"Thank you." I murmured into his ear.

"Your welcome, but for what?"

"Being nice to me and putting up with my klutziness." And for making my wildest daydreams come true. But I didn't mention that part.

"Thank you." he whispered into my ear after a moment

"For what?" I said dumbfounded. I picked up my head to look at him.

He didn't answer. It was silent as I waited for him to speak.

"For….being here, with me." He said slowly. I wasn't the only one at a lost for words. "Foe letting me have this moment of being with you, for saying yes and letting me be in your company, for accepting me."

He said watching me with his smoldering eyes. I was sunned and left silent at his words. He slowly smiled my favorite crocked smile. I hid my face in his neck again, fearing I would blush at my next words.

"Anytime," I said copying his words from before.

"I might hold you to that later." He warned.

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