Oh Brother!
School has started. Eww. I hope you enjoy this chapter. It is going to be very pivotal. Hence the chapter name.
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Chapter 5: Oh Brother!
EPOV
My 'smart school' is over. It's the middle of June. I came home for good.
Love is a funny thing. When you're falling, you just can't stop. I just want to scream it out to the world, I'm in love!
"Edward, what the hell was that?!"
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BPOV
Edward came home from smart school. It's the middle of June. He's finally home for good.
I just came home from school. It's Friday. Thank god!
Emmett and Rosalie had a seminar for Washington University. Alice was going to a movie with Jasper. Carlisle had to work an extra shift at the hospital, and Esme was spending the weekend at the spa since her birthday is tomorrow. My parents decided to abandon me at the Cullen mansion while they went on a cruise for their 20th anniversary (yes, her parents aren't divorced. I like a non-broken family. And yes, they were smart and waited 2 years before they planned Bella.) That once again left me and Edward alone.
I was sitting on the couch peacefully reading my book when Edward came in and turned the t.v. on. Since I wanted quiet peace while reading, I got up.
"Where are you going?"
"To read in the guest room, which I guess you could call my room because I practically live here."
"Oh, well I could leave if I'm bothering you."
"No, really, it's okay. It's your house."
"Okay. Whatever floats your boat."
I dragged myself to the third floor where my guest room was. There were only 2 rooms on that floor. Mine, and Edward's.
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EPOV
Whatever floats your boat? What the hell! God, that was smooth. I'm pretty sure she thinks I'm retarded right now.
It pained me to leave after Christmas break. It felt like there was part of me missing. I know Bella probably still hates me after what happened when I moved away, but I have to try my hardest to get back on her good side. She's my best friend!
Bella is the most selfless girl I have ever met. I mean like, she completely left her comfortable relaxing reading spot so that I could watch t.v. I am such a butthead!
I don't know what just came over me. I all of the sudden want her to notice me. I need to stand out of the crowd for her. I need to be the first person that Bella thinks of when she needs help. I need her to be there when I need help. I want to be her shoulder to cry on.
I think I'm in love.
But you can't be in love. She loves Emmett. You're his brother. Think of how much pain you would be in if you actually loved her. She is untouchable for you. She belongs to Emmett.
I don't care. I think I'm in love.
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BPOV
I sat on my bed and opened my book back up to the place I was at. I was reading the words, but they weren't registering through my mind. I had other things to think about.
I was in love with Emmett. Unconditionally. Nothing would ever change that. But, I also somehow wanted Edward to like me. I don't even know why. I don't like him that way of course, but I just somehow want him to like me. It's just a weird feeling.
Edward has changed. Quite a bit.
He used to be the little nerdy kid that you would see walking down the street with like a really nerdy outfit on. He had a stupid shirt that he loved that said Emc2 from a friend of his because he was really smart. I still remember Alice trying to dress him up to make him look halfway decent. It never worked when we were kids. But I guess he took her advice because I must say he is H-O-T hot!
No way Bella! Stop it! What would Emmett say if he found out what you thought of his brother? Don't be ridiculous, you are already in love and nothing can change that.
I heard someone coming up the stairs. Edward was probably just going to his room.
I was surprised when he knocked on my door.
"Yes?"
"Bella, may I come in" Edward said in a mocking tone. He chuckled and I laughed lightly back.
"Why, yes you may Edward."
He laughed and sat down on the bed beside me.
He sighed and spoke. "Bella, you're my friend right?"
"Yeah. Duh!"
"Well do you think you could keep a secret?"
"Sure. I'm pretty good with secrets." I replied. I was kinda excited now. Due to my low social standings, I almost never heard secrets.
"Okay. But you have to keep it from everyone. Alice, Rosalie, Jasper, my parents, your parents, oh, and Emmett. Especially Emmett." He chuckled. This secret must be good.
"Okay I promise!" I vowed.
"Do you pinky-swear?"
"Yes I pinky-swear!"
"Do you-"
I cut him off. "I swear on my life and soul that I will not tell anyone what this secret is. If you want me to, I could just get you to open up the same way Fred and George Weasley get the Maurader's map to open. I solemnly swear that I am up to no good."
"Okay, okay! I get it you promise."
"Good."
He tucked a strand of hair behind my ear and put his lips closer to it. I shivered involuntarily. He chuckled.
"I want to show you something. But it's a surprise so close your eyes and hold very still." Hmm… a surprise. I hate surprises. I closed my eyes anyways and waited for him to tell me when to open them.
"First, I need to say that if you tell ANYONE in the world about what I am about to show you, I will tell Alice that you personally wanted her to take you out to Hollywood for a 7 day long shopping spree so she can buy you an entire new wardrobe." I shuddered at the thought so I agreed to keep this secret.
"Okay, I once again promise not to tell anyone."
"Good." He chuckled. "Now keep your eyes closed and stay very still."
I sat as still as possible in the middle of my huge bed. The next thing I felt was Edward's lips on mine. It was a small, sweet, chaste kiss. At first.
He got more urgent. It wasn't the same as kissing Emmett. Edward wasn't half the gentleman Emmett was while kissing me. This was different. I kinda liked it, almost loved it. I pulled away and gasped for air.
"Wow." I said smiling. Wait? Why am I smiling? My boyfriend's brother just kissed me! I should be furious. But I'm not.
"Remember Bella, don't tell a soul." Edward chuckled before leaving my room. I had just kissed Edward. Oh brother, this could complicate things!
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Summer is finally here!
I never told anyone about the kiss because I definitely didn't want a shopping spree in Hollywood and because it never really bothered me. Of course I felt guilty but I was never really bothered by the fact that I had kissed Edward.
It's been about 2 weeks since it happened. I was sitting in the kitchen this afternoon. The Cullen's invited us to swim in their pool today because it was sunny! Carlisle and Esme went out with Emmett and Alice to go buy party snacks. Rosalie and Jasper weren't coming until later.
Anyways, I was sitting in the kitchen in a bathing suit from Garage that Alice had forced me into. It was a string bikini. I was going to kill her. It was actually cute though. The right side had a flower on it, and the left side had 2 different shades of blue and 2 different shades of brown with red argyle. The bottoms were the same argyle pattern as the top. (pic of top on profile)
I was sitting on a stool at their breakfast bar attached to the island when Edward walked in from the back door.
"Hey."
"Hello"
I couldn't be sure but I could have sworn that Edward just checked me out.
"Nice bathing suit. I didn't know that you wore string bikinis." He joked. Edward knows how much I hate bikinis.
"Thanks. And yes, I do now because Alice forces me into them." My customary blush creeped in.
Edward ran his fingers across the blush that had just formed in my cheeks. I accidentally inhaled some of his sweet scent and almost died! My eyes closed as I sighed. This was his opportunity. He closed the distance between us.
This kiss was different. It started out sweet and soft like any normal kiss, but then, all hell broke loose. He ran his tongue along my bottom lip and I instinctively opened my mouth to let him in. In my opinion, if anyone were watching, they would tell me that it was a pretty hot kiss. Wait… okay I need to stop myself now.
"Edward. What are you doing?"
"What does it look like I'm doing?"
"God, you're such a jerk! I have a boyfriend who happens to be your brother!" I finally blew it. I was so pissed.
"I'm sorry Bella. I couldn't help it. I shouldn't have done it. Either time. It was bad. I'm just really, really sorry and I-"
"Edward… I'm sorry for blowing up on you. With Emmett moving out, and you moving in, it must just be really hectic and crazy. I only blew up because I'm sad about Emmett going away to university because I love him. So, for that, I'm sorry."
"It's really not your fault at all, Bella. I understand how you feel. Believe me, I do."
"Okay, well let's not just stand around like idiots apologizing to eachother. Come on! The party's going to start soon!"
As If on cue, The rest of the Cullens ran through the door with party food.
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The party was awesome!
Of course, I was embarrassed during the party. Embarrassed doesn't even cut it. I was mortified.
First… Emmett picked me up bridal style as soon as he walked in the door. He kissed me like usual. I guess I was so wrapped up in the kiss, I didn't realize that we weren't inside anymore. In fact, I was so wrapped up in the kiss, I was thrown into the pool and didn't notice until I hit the water.
"Alice, would you tighten the top string for me? It feels really loose."
"Sure Bella. Tilt your head down for me. It's easier." She untied the top string of my bathing suit.
I didn't hear Jasper sneak behind Alice but next thing I know, my top wasn't around my neck anymore. The string that tied the bathing suit around my back was the only one that secured my top to my chest. And right now, the top was flailing from the string tied around my back. Everyone was looking at me. Everyone including Emmett, my boyfriend; Carlisle, who was practically my father; and Edward, who I think has feelings for me. Crap. At least Emse and Rosalie were polite enough not to stare at them.
"ALICE!!WHAT THE HELL!!" I turned around with my one arm holding the string around my neck. She was kissing Jasper. Of course.
She looked at me and just really calmly said, "oops sorry. Got a little distracted there." She tied the knot at the back of my neck.
I was so embarrassed that I tried not to talk to anyone after that. I just kept swimming as long as I could.
Since it was only the beginning of July, my parents weren't back from their cruise yet. So, I was still staying with the Cullens. I was lying on top of Emmett's bed with him faithfully by my side. He must have realized that I was too quiet.
"Bella, what's wrong. You haven't talked all night."
"I'm sorry Emmett. I was just so embarrassed today! I mean, I'm pretty insecure about 'them' with clothes on. The whole reason why I don't wear string bikini's is because I'm insecure. Now to have your sister completely forget that she was tying the back, it was mortifying!"
"Bella, listen. I am definitely not great around girls," He was so wrong about that. "but as a guy, if someone pulled my pants down, I'd be like 'yeah, that's right'. Bells, you're beautiful and you know it. Someone like you shouldn't be so insecure about yourself, because babe, you're smokin!" Aww, leave it to Emmett to say something like that to me. He's just so sweet! How did I ever deserve him?
I was about to thank him with words, but I guess my lips found a better way to thank him. I kissed his lips sweetly and smiled.
I hope you liked this chapter! It took me long enough! Lol. I've been pretty busy with school and dance and stuff so yeah. I promise to try to get chapters out sooner though. I made this one pretty long because I'm really sorry! P.s. its 2,239 words for you. It's also a record-breaker for me, 7 pages long! Woot! Hopefully you enjoyed! Next chapter is due soon.