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Chapter 22-
I ran out of Edward's house, trying to hold in the cries that were soon to escape my lips.
I felt miserable. And pathetic. I can't believe it took this long for realization to hit me.
It wasn't until I got down Edward's steps and to the sidewalk did I notice that I had no ride home and I was still wearing Edward's shirt. His shirt that contained his heavenly smell and-
Ugh.
I stood there for a moment, debating with myself on whether it would be stupid to go back in and demand a ride home after what I'd just told him.
Well, I didn't really have a choice. And I kind of needed my shirt back…
I hesitantly walked to the front door, briefly wondering why no one else was home besides him. There must have been, he even snuck me in his house. No time to think about that now.
I jiggled the doorknob, but it was locked.
Darn it!
It must have been locked before I closed it.
I rang the doorbell and waited impatiently for someone to answer.
I took a deep breath when I heard the door open but looked up to see someone who…wasn't Edward. It was Emmett.
"Oh. Hi Emmett. I didn't know you were here." I said, crossing my arms over Edward's button up, hoping he wouldn't notice.
"Hey. Uh-Bella right?" he said unsurely.
"Yea."
"Oh, cool," he paused. "So, um, did you need anything?" he said, breaking the awkward silence.
"Yea, I kind of forgot to tell Edward something. Is it alright if I go tell him…?" I said, looking over his shoulder.
"Yea, sure." He said, but looked at Edward's shirt and squinted. "Is that Edwards?"
"No." I answered too quickly. He seemed unconvinced but moved out of my way to let me in. "Thanks."
I quietly went up the stairs and made my way to Edward's room. The door was partially opened so I just let myself in, finding no one in there.
Just what I needed. My luck seriously couldn't get any worse.
I quickly changed in Edward's room-into my own shirt-then made my way out, deciding that I'd just have to walk home.
But Edward was there, leaning against the doorway-it seems that this was the only spot he could block me from.
"Emmett said you forgot to tell me something…" Edward said in a soothing voice.
I wasn't really sure how I was supposed to address him. First, I forgave him for his heartless words, and then an unfamiliar anger lit up inside me that caused me to flip out on him.
I just decided to be neutral.
"I need a ride home." I said in monotone.
Edward looked a bit shocked at first, but composed his expression. "Certainly."
This was going to be awkward. I could just tell. Edward was an expert at these car rides.
I followed him down the stairs and into his Volvo, but he didn't stick the key in the ignition. He just stared at me.
"Edward," I began, "if you forgot how to start a car, you just-"
"Bella," Edward interrupted, then sighed-not appreciating my sarcastic attitude. "I understand that you feel guilty for cheating on Jacob but," he shook his head, "why are you mad at me?" It was so sad how truly confused he was.
"Are you kidding me?" I laughed mockingly, "I don't have to explain myself." I looked out the window and waited for him to start the car.
"No, you do," he said sharply. "I can't keep up with your mood swings, Bella. If you're not going to tell me, then I'm not going to sit here-trying to figure it out myself."
I looked at him and scowled. "I don't want to be one of them, Edward." I paused. "I heard what you said to Tanya. You said that I don't even mean anything." I tore my gaze away from him, afraid that my eyes were tearing.
I heard Edward let out a giggle but still wasn't able to face him. "That's what you're mad about?" He said, less tightness in his voice. "I was surprised Tanya believed me, but you believed me as well? I'm shocked that you took it so seriously." I could feel his eyes on me. "I just told her that so she wouldn't tell anyone. Guess she didn't believe me…" he trailed off.
I actually felt a little stupid, thinking back to it.
"How do I know you're not just lying to me now?" I asked suspiciously.
"I'm not, trust me," he looked at me sincerely.
"Ugh," I sighed. "Edward, this changes things. We can't keep doing this. I'm serious this time."
His expression was puzzled. "But Jake found out. Doesn't that make things easier for you?"
"Not really," I paused. "I need to take a break from all the drama, and…boys." It felt weird for me to say it considering I never had a boyfriend, let alone two.
"Fine," Edward sighed then turned on the engine finally, "I guess I can respect your wishes."
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A/N-I was going to add Bella's encounter with Jacob in this chapter, but that would've taken longer and here's something for you guys to hang on to. I might post the next chapter later, depending on what shows are on tonight. I meann what homework I have…
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