04.10.2016 – I have edited and made minor changes to this chapter.

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BPOV

Lunch time came extremely fast, which was a relief. I was starting to get excited about having friends over tonight. My parents were going down to Forks, Washington for the weekend to visit my nan, dad's mum. She was sick, nothing was wrong with her she was just getting old.

"Alice" I called, once I spotted her walking with Claire and Natalie a few meters in front of me.

She turned around to look at me, giving me a smile before saying something to Claire and Nat then running over to me.

"Hey Bells, how are you?"

"Pretty damn good" I smiled "you're coming over tonight"

"I am?"

"Yep, you are"

"Why is that?" She asked sounding a bit confused "What if I already had plans?"

"Then cancel them. We're having a party at mine tonight, starts at seven. I need you to help me pick something to wear"

"You're going to let me choose?" She asked, sounding a bit shocked.

It was very rare that I let Alice step a foot in my closet, or choose my clothes for that matter. She had a tendency of going a little over board when it came to playing 'Barbie Bella'.

"Yes Al" I laugh "I'm going let you choose"

She started squealing and jumping up and down "Oh my god YAY! I'll come home with you after school so we can get started early!" She paused, and looked at me "Do you mind if I borrow something to wear? That way I won't need to go home first"

"Of course" I smiled at my her as we walked through the cafeteria doors "Just ask your mom first and let her know where you'll be" she nodded as we grabbed some food and made our way over to our table.

There were different groups in the cafeteria, all on different tables. On my table there was, Me, Jasper, Alice, Claire, Natalie, Emmett, Rose, Tyler, Sam, Sharleen, Michael and Edward. It was what the other students called 'the popular table'.

The table next to ours sat the 'wannabees' – That's what Claire and Nat referred to them as. Kerry, Talia, Sarah, Lisa, Tanya, Harry, James and Kyle. The girls on that table dressed more like they were going out clubbing rather than going to school. We all use to be friends once, but a while ago Rose and Tanya got into an argument and ever since the group had been split.

I sat down next to Jasper and he swung his arm casually over my shoulder. Emmett and Rose were talking to Michael and Sharleen, Edward was talking with Sam, Tyler and Natalie, while Jasper was chatting away with Claire.

"Hello Bella" Tanya said as she walked over to our table.

I raised my eyebrow at her "Tanya" I replied "What brings you over here?"

"Oh nothing, just saying hi" She said in that high pitched nasally voice.

She walked over to Edward and wrapped her arms around his neck, Edward visibly winced and tried to move out of her grasp.

"You and I should get together later" I heard her whisper seductively in his ear, it made me what to gag.

"No thanks, Tanya" He said as he pulled her arms from around his neck and moved away from her.

"Go back to where you came from Tanya" Rose hissed, she was still holding a grudge from their argument months ago.

"Ahh Rosie, still putting up the charade huh?" Tanya laughed.

"Tanya leave, now" I growled, standing up and leaning against the table. I knew where this was heading and I really wasn't in the mood today.

It was rare that Tanya came over to 'visit' our table, and when she did, she tried to stir up trouble. Her main aim seemed to be annoying Rose and saying that she has always wanted to be me, though there was nothing special about me.

"Ooh Touchy Bella" She sneered, not moving from the table "You should be proud that you have so many people wanting to be like you. I really don't see what's so good about you though" She laughed, as her eyes wandered up and down my body, like she was trying to make a point or something.

"I said leave Tanya, before I dislocate your fake nose"

Alice, Jasper and Edward were laughing, and Rose was clutching onto the table trying to control herself, she looked pissed.

Tanya opened her mouth a few times before thinking better of it and storming away back to where she came from.

"Don't let her get to you Rose" I said as I sat back down.

"She's so annoying" She fumed.

"She's nothing but a bitch Rosie, who cares what she thinks" Emmett said as he rubbed circles on her lower back.

"There isn't anything wrong with you Rose, you are just as good as me, if not better" I said as I gave her a smile.

"Thanks Bella " She sighed, returning my smile

"On another note, we are having a party at mine tonight, and I expect you all to be there" Emmett practically demanded. "It starts at seven"

For the rest of lunch everyone was talking about tonight's festivities, organizing what they were going to wear, or what they are going to drink. I even heard Emmett planning a few games.

Edward was quiet; he was playing with his food. If he wasn't so cocky he and I could be friends. I wanted to be friends with him, but he wasn't the nicest person to be around. I didn't know if it was an act or if it was really him.

EPOV

Lunch was very eventful; we got another visit from Tanya. Tanya was my ex; we started dating at the start of the high school year. She always tried so hard to fit in with everyone, eventually the attitude stuck with her.

Watching her and Bella argue was entertaining, Tanya failed miserably and stormed away. The expression on Bella's face never faulted, it was funny watching Tanya squirm under Bella's gaze. No one really stood up against Bella, she had a mouth on her and a pretty damn good right hook. I only know that because she punched me when I accidentally grazed her boob. It really was an accident, but she didn't believe me.

I listened to everyone talking about the party at Emmett's tonight, still wondering whether or not I should go. I didn't know how Bella would react if I did, maybe she wouldn't care and we could just stay out of each other's way.

When lunch finished I started making my way towards history, the most boring subject of the day. I pulled out the books I needed and was about to make my way to class when someone pushed me against the locker and started shoving their tongue down my throat.

I opened my eyes and saw that it was Tanya, I didn't bother to move thinking it wouldn't last long. Her hands started wondering around my body, up and down my chest and in my hair. When it didn't look like she was going to stop anytime soon, I moved to push her away.

"Get a fucking room" I looked up to see Bella walking past us "Thought you didn't want her Edward" She laughed.

"I don't" I called after her as I tried to keep Tanya away from me, though I don't know why I felt the need to defend myself to Bella. It's not like we were even friends anymore.

"Doesn't look that way" She flicked her hair and walked away.

I sighed and looked down at Tanya "Go away, Tanya" I walked away from her and shook my head, even though she has dated a few guys since we broke up I don't think she ever fully got over it. It always seemed like she was trying to rub it in my face, she would corner me on the odd occasion and do exactly what she did just now. No matter how many times I asked her to leave me alone, re-iterating that we were no longer together and I had no planes on changing that she just wouldn't. It was almost as if it were a game to her.

"I know you want me" She yelled

I stopped and turned around to face her "No Tanya, I do not want you" I said slowly, emphasizing each word in hopes that she would finally back off.

Ignoring her yelling after me I walked to class.

The rest of the day went by in a breeze. I drove home and walked up to my bedroom, mom wasn't home, she was probably still at work. My dad was hardly ever home, he worked at the local hospital, he was one of the best surgeons they had.

Like usual, I walked outside and lit up a cigarette sitting in my usual seat as I peered over the edge of the balcony. I decided I was going to go next door tonight, enjoy a few drinks with my mates and have a good time. And hope that Bella and I would be able to make it through the night without too much hassle.

I heard yelling, so I looked up and saw a pained expression on Bella's face and watched as Alice threw clothes on her floor. I laughed, Bella was pacing around, I could see her mouth moving but I couldn't hear what she was saying. She was waving her arms above her head then stopped and put them on her hips as she watched Alice. I saw Alice turn around and point her finger at Bella; again I couldn't hear what she was saying.

Bella stomped her foot like a five-year-old child and fell backwards on her bed. It was funny to watch. I wanted to know what had her so irked. I chuckled to myself again as I took another drag of my cigarette, tearing my eyes away from her window. I really needed to stop watching her all the time, she was catching on and I didn't want her to know how much she amused me.

BPOV

Alice was rummaging through my closet, throwing all my clothes on the floor behind her.

"Alice, do you really need to make such a mess?" I groaned.

"We can clean it up Bella, I need to find the perfect outfit for you" She huffed as she threw a few pairs of pants on the floor.

"That doesn't mean you need to make a mess!"

"Yes, it does"

"No Alice, it doesn't. You can find the perfect outfit without making a mess." I sighed "Surely you don't need to go through all of my clothes"

I started pacing around the room getting a bit agitated at the mess that was now my room; I couldn't even see the floor anymore.

"Just pick a god damn outfit Alice" I growled

She spun around and gave me the evil eye before pointing her finger at me "I'm looking Bella, do not rush me. These things take time. Stress less" With that she spun back around and threw a few more items of clothes onto the floor.

I groaned and fell backwards on the bed, wishing that she would just hurry the hell up. I didn't even want to think about the fact I still had to put up with her yanking at my hair AND doing my makeup. It was torture; I had to let her though. We came to an agreement that as long as I let her play Barbie Bella every now and then, she wouldn't nag at me.

I rolled backwards off my bed and walked outside, I needed to relax and calm down before I sat through the next 2 hours with Alice.

"Surprise, surprise" I said as I looked over at Edward, who seemed to be glued to that spot more than usual

"What?" He asked, trying to sound innocent.

"You always seem to be out here" I stated.

"That's because I smoke" He said "You looked like you were having fun in there" he laughed

"You were watching" It wasn't a question, it was a statement "I thought you said you didn't watch me" I raised an eyebrow at him.

"I don't" he shrugged "I just heard yelling" He stated simply

"Are you coming over tonight?" I asked, trying to change the subject.

"Yeah, I think I will"

I nodded my head and was about to say something when Alice called me.

"Well, I have to go be tortured now. But I'll see you later"

"Yeah, I'll see you later" He smiled at me.

I returned his smile before walking back inside; I glanced at him once more before closing the door behind me. So there is another side to Edward, a side that isn't so cocky or arrogant.

"Go shower then come back in here. I found something for you to wear"

Not daring to argue with Alice, I grabbed my towel and walked to the bathroom.

After washing and drying myself I trudged back into my room, with only my towel wrapped around me. I stopped in the door way, and looked at Alice who was sitting on the end of my bed holding a blue dress in her hands.

She threw it at me, not saying a word. I walked back into the bathroom and pulled the dress over my head and went back to my room.

"Wow, that looks gorgeous on you Bella, how come I have never seen you wear it before?" She asked once I stepped into the room

I shrugged " I don't know; I've just never worn it before"

"Well that's a waste. It's a beautiful dress, and it looks great on you"

I blushed and gave her a small smile.

She walked up to me and dragged me over to my makeup table and pushed me into the seat. Sighing I closed my eyes and waited for her to compete this little makeover of hers.

It's weird how things happen in life. You have friends, and you lose friends. Like what happened to me and Edward. He was my best friend, from five years old through to thirteen years old he was my best friend. I remember playing dress up with him in my parents' closet, he would pull on my dad's suit and I would wear one of my mom's pretty dresses. Then we would run around the house pretending to be husband and wife. I missed the old Edward, I missed my friend and I didn't know how to fix it. So much time had gone by, we had both changed so much and I just didn't know what to do or say to him. I guess I was scared, nervous of what he might say.

Jasper was… well Jasper. He was different, had a life of his own. Nothing ever got him down, and he always wore a smile on his face. I liked him a lot, but did I love him? I had never thought about that before now, he had never told me he loved me, just like I had never told him. I can't believe I'd never thought of it before now, and briefly wondered If it really mattered all that much. I mean, we were young so did it matter? I know that love can happen at any moment, but now that I'm sitting here, thinking about it… it made me wonder why the thought had never crossed my mind before.

I shook my head ridding of those thoughts and opened my eyes to see what Alice had done. She had finished my hair and was about to start on my makeup.

"Alice, do you think Jasper loves me?" I asked

"I guess he does, why?" She said as she started dabbing foundation on my face and smoothing it out

"He's never said it before, that's all" I sighed, then laughed "Too much time to think while I'm sitting here bored"

She slapped my arm but otherwise ignored my remark "Well, do you love him?"

"I don't know. I know that I like him… a lot"

"Maybe you should talk to him about it. Work it out, see where you stand and what his intentions are" She suggested.

"Yeah, maybe I'll do that" I gave her a smile and she continued with my makeup.

By time she had gotten dressed and done her own make up, and finished mine, it was 6:45. People would start arriving any minute now.

It wasn't cold so we decided to have it outside, where there was more room and if needed, we would move back inside. I finished pouring the last few bags on chips into the bowl and pulled the plastic cups out and placed them on the table while Alice and Emmett filled the esky with ice and placed the soft drink in it along with some beer and spirits.

Rose and Jasper pulled out the seats and spread them out for people if they wanted to sit down and I turned on the fairy lights that were draped around the house from last Christmas. I nodded my head as I looked around the backyard, noting that everything was done and ready.

"Hey sugar" Jasper came up and enveloped me in a big hug.

"Hey" I said as I wrapped my arms around his waist.

"People are starting to show up" He said "Natalie and Claire are here. They're in the kitchen" I nodded against his chest.

Jasper released me saying he was going to find Emmett, he gave me a kiss on my forehead and left.

Natalie and Claire came out and sat down with me.

"So, that was pretty darn funny what happened with Tanya" Natalie laughed.

"Yeah did you see her face?" Claire chirped with a laugh.

"She deserved it. I'm not going to let her get away with upsetting my friends" I said.

"Oh we know!" They both laughed

Natalie and Claire have known each other since the start of school year and have practically been joined at the hip ever since. They were best friends and totally inseparable.

Natalie was taller than me by about two inches, and had long black silky hair, pale skin and blue eyes. She was gorgeous, like one of those models in the hair ads on television. She was funny and always happy.

Claire was also taller than me, but shorter then Nat by about half an inch. She had caramel blondish brown hair that came up to her shoulders; she had an oval face, big plump lips and grey eyes. She was pretty too.

EPOV

I walked into Bella's house and noticed that no one was inside, it was 7:30 so I was a bit late. I was wearing khaki cargo pants and a black polo shirt and my hair was messy like usual. I wandered through Emmett and Bella's house looking for someone... anyone.

I walked out the back and noticed that everyone was here, as far as I could tell. Claire and Natalie were laughing at Emmett, who was doing a handstand on top of a keg sculling some beer. Jasper, Michael and Tyler where cheering him on. Bella was standing next to Jasper with her hands on her hips, shaking her head at Emmett with a disgusted look on her face.

She looked beautiful in that blue dress, her hair was in soft curls and hung loosely down her back. She looked up at me and smiled, then looked back at Emmett and started walking towards me.

"Hey, just get here?" She asked as she stood next to me and handed me a beer.

"Thanks. Yeah I just got here, didn't take long for the party to start hey" I laughed pointing my beer in the direction of the guys around the keg

"Yeah, boys will be boys" She rolled her eyes.

"Maybe you should get up and do that" I laughed.

She playfully hit my arm "As if, my dress will fall down and reveal... Everything"

"So? It would be fun"

"So?" She repeated "You just want to see my underwear" She laughed

"Nope, I don't" I said shaking my head, though I don't think I even believed myself.

"Sure you don't"

"It's just underwear" I laughed.

"Then pull down your pants and stand on that keg" She looked up at me.

I cocked an eyebrow at her, trying to see if she was serious or not, and she looked completely serious

I shrugged "Ok" I put my beer down and started unzipping my pants.

I could hear her giggling at me as I started to pull down my jeans, slightly revealing my black boxer shorts. I paused and looked up at her.

"Come on" She said with a smile, wriggling her eyebrows

I scoffed and pushed my pants down to my knees then waddled over to the keg.

"Move the fuck out of my way" I said as I pushed through Jasper and Michael, who looked at me weirdly "Bella told me to do this in my underwear" I said answering the unasked question.

Emmett jumped down from the top of the keg. I leant my hand on it then kicked my legs up so I was standing on my hands on top of it, Michael passed me the hose and I shoved it in my mouth. I balanced on one hand and turned the knob so the beer would be released. I felt the cold liquid flow into my mouth faster and faster.

I could hear Bella snicker from behind me, and the guys were laughing and cheering. I think I even saw a few flash's go off from people taking photos of me.

Once I finished I jumped down and pulled my pants up, smirking at Bella.

"Well, that wasn't too hard. Your turn"

"No, no I am not doing that. I will get drunk too fast, I'm happy sipping on my cruiser thank you"

"You're a bloody chicken" I laughed.

"That's fine by me" She sighed. "As long as my underwear stays unrevealed to anyone who isn't Jasper, then I'm happy"

I laughed at her and shook my head.

"Bella, come dance with me" Jasper grabbed her hand and dragged her away. She turned around and smirked at me.

I watched as Jasper grabbed onto her hips and moved her to the music.

"I think someone has a crush" Alice sang as she skipped over to me.

"What the fuck are you talking about?" I scoffed shaking my head.

"You... Like... Bella" She said slowly, like she was talking to a person with mental difficulties.

"No, I don't" I laughed

"Don't bullshit Edward. I have been watching you with her tonight"

"We were talking. There isn't anything wrong with talking" I stated, as I glanced over to where Jasper and Bella were dancing.

"There is when it's you and Bella" She said as she followed my gaze "You two hate each other and now you're talking"

"People grow up and mature" I shrugged, returning my gaze back to her

"Whatever Edward. Just when you realize, I'll be there to say I told ya so" Then she walked away.

What a load of shit I thought. I do not like Bella Swan! I looked around the backyard and noticed that people were getting a bit tipsy, especially Emmett who had spent most of the night on top of that keg. He was starting to stumble around and was slurring his words, Michael and Tyler looked like they had a bit to drink as well.

Claire and Natalie were dirty dancing together on the grass, it was hot watching two girls rub their bodies against each other. I kept looking around and noticed that Jasper was now by himself, sitting with his head in his hands, Alice was patting his back. She saw me looking and furrowed her brows. I looked around for Bella, but I couldn't see her anywhere. So I walked back into her house and up to her room, I knocked softly on her door but no one answered. I knew she was in there though, I could hear a few soft sob's.

I tried to open the door but it was locked so I knocked again, louder this time.

"I said I don't want to talk, Alice" Her voice sounding shaky

"It's not Alice." I said and waited for a reply. "Can you let me in please"

I heard her shuffling around for a few minutes then a click, but the door didn't open. So I turned the handle and opened it myself. Bella was back on the bed, crawled into a ball. I could see her back shaking lightly. I shut the door and locked it again before walking over to her bed and sitting next to her.

"What's wrong?" I asked

"Nothing"

"Right, nothing. Then why are you crying"

"I'm not crying"

I pulled her over so she was facing me and wiped a tear from her face and held it up for her to see "what's this then?"

"I don't want to talk about it" She rolled onto her back and stared up at the ceiling

"Then why did you open the door for me?"

She sighed and rubbed her cheeks with her hands "I don't know"

"I'm not going to force it out of you Bella, but how can anyone help you if you don't tell them what's wrong?"

She looked at me for a moment before closing her eyes and resting her head on her pillow.

"Ok, I will tell you"

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