CHAPTER 14

I should've skipped with Edward...I should've skipped!!

Mr. Banner told us we'd be testing our blood to find our type. As soon as the first person pricked their finger the salty copper smell assaulted my nose. I put my head down and had to concentrate on not throwing up or passing out. He noticed my distress and sent me to the nurse. I faltered when I rose from my seat and Mr. Banner sent vile Mike Newton to accompany me.

He put his arm around my waist and started to lead me away. As soon as we exited the building I had him let me go. I had to lean against the building but I still smelled the blood. Mike had already pricked his finger.

"Oh Mike! Can you leave me alone?? You're bleeding and making me sick!!'

He left and suddenly I felt two arms wrap around me. Edward.

"What's wrong love?"

"Ugh, they were testing blood types in class and the smell makes me sick! It's so coppery!"

He picked me up and started to carry me to the nurse. I tried to protest but he wouldn't budge.

He explained the situation and the nurse just chuckled. I still didn't feel well after laying down so Edward asked for a pass to take me 'home'. He signed us both out and led me to his car. I rested my head on the glass as he carefuly drove us to his home. I knew we'd be there early, and I wondered what his parents would think.

We drove away from the school and after a few minutes came to a small dirt road, which he turned down. The drive way was beautiful. So many trees lined the drive and the woodsy smell made me feel better. What we came upon at the end of the drive way was...amazing.

A huge three story victorian style mansion was waiting for us. Edward doen at me, and that's when I realized he had gotten out of the car and opened the door for me. I took his waiting hand and he led me into the house.

"Esme. I came home early. Bella's here and everyone else will be home in about an hour" he called out. A beautiful woman with honey blonde hair and pale skin came down the stairs. Her eyes were the same color as Edwards and I wondered to myself why they looked so similar if they were adopted.

I didn't have time enough to think when she swept me into a cold, but warm, motherly hug.

"Bella. I've heard so much about you. It's wonderful to meet you." she said then looking at Edward she asked "whay are you home? You didn't skip class again did you?!"

I looked down and Edward explained the days events.

"Oh dear! Are you feeling better? Would you like something to eat or drink to calm your stomach?"

"No thank you Mrs. Cullen. I feel much better now." I replied.

"Please, call me Esme." She smiled at me and told us she'd be in the kitchen if we needed anything.

Edward took my hand and led me upstairs. On the second floor he showed me his siblings' rooms and then he led me up another flight of stairs. He showed me his father's office. There were so many books. I almost fainted. It was so beautiful. But nothing could compare to what I saw next.

Edward's room. Golden carpet and walls with a huge four-post bed and black leather couch. One entire wall was a window and another was covered in CD's and books. It was amazing. He led me to the ocuch and put in a CD I imediately recognized as Debussey. I smiled and sank down into his chest and let the music calm me. He kissed my head and stroked my hair. He whispered something too quiety for me to hear, but it sounded like he said he loved me. Impossible! But, I think...I KNOW I love him. I looked up at him "What did you say?" I asked as I looked deeply into his eyes.

"I don't want to scare you by moving too quickly..but...I think I love you." He whispered loud enough for me to hear.

He looked away, embarassed, and I lifted his head to mine.

"I love you too Edward!" and I kissed him. He kissed me back and the next thing I remember is blackness and waking up with him staring down at me smiling.

"You're going to have to remember to breathe Bella, or we won't be able to do that as often as I'd like."

I managed to squeak out a small "sorry" and he chuckled, kissed my forehead lightly then picked me up out of his lap and set me down next to him.

"So..."I began "does this mean we're...together"

"I certainly hope so my love. I want you to be mine, and no one elses."

EPoV

She loves me too!! I want to scream it from the rooftops...Bella Swan loves me...