(: CHAPTER FIVE .

Oh and before reading this chapter, I suggest you listen to "So Quiet" by AJ Rafael. It's one of the songs in this chapter.

And… just to make this cleared up, Emmett and Rose are seniors so they should be about 18.

p.s. I won't be updating "The Notebook" in a while because I'm waiting for "Your Call" to catch up. As soon as this story reaches Chapter seven, I'll update Chapter 8 for both this story and "The Notebook". Confusing, no? Sorry if you get confused. Just understand I won't update "The Notebook" in a bit.

And here we go…

Finally, the school day was over. Thanksgiving vacation! The students practically sprinted from their classrooms and went straight to the grounds or the exits.

Edward and I headed for the green fields in the middle of the school. We took our place underneath a shady tree.

"So, how are we going to get to Jamba Juice exactly?" I eyed him.

"I was thinking we wait for Alice to finish the fashion club meeting then we have my mom bring all three of us to the Americana," he said as I sat on his lap.

"But I thought it would just be the two of us," I said with pleading eyes.

"It will be just us; Alice has a date with Jasper. He's been there with Gabe since this morning."

I giggled. So Sami did have a little time with Gabe.

"What's funny?" he asked, placing his hand on mine.

"Sami's been there since this morning too," I placed my head in his chest.

"Well, looks like a lover's lane then," he chuckled.

I smiled and kissed his cheek.

"I love it when you do that," he said with a crooked grin.

I immediately began to blush.

"Hey love birds!" Alice said jogging towards us. She was already out of her uniform.

"Hi Alice," we replied simultaneously.

"Ready to go?" she chirped.

"Yeah," I jumped out of Edward's lap. He stood up after me and took a hold of my hand.

Alice rolled her eyes and walked towards the front curb of the school; Mrs. Cullen was already there.

In the duration of the ride, the CD playing in the car began playing on of my favorite songs for all time.

So I know this little lady
She makes my head go crazy
And she is my everything
I love when we're together
She's also my forever
She's the only one for me
Yeah she's the only one for me

Edward was seated next to me and began to sing along with the song. It was so cute. I swear, if I could, I'd give him a record deal.

She rocks my socks now
Makes my heart stop now
Maybe she's too good for me
Now you'll dizzy when you see her
A girl would kill to be her
Once you see, you'll see what I mean
Oh Once you see, you'll see what I mean


At first it seems so quiet baby
And now we'll tell the whole world how we feel
I know that your the only one for me baby
And for you I'll do everything
For you I'll do everything

When he sang the word "you" he would look at me with sweet eyes.


And I've know her for a few years
And she has always been here
Never knew that she would be mine
Now we call each other baby
And say I love you daily
My heart is hers so there's no more time
Oh My heart is hers so there's no more time

Alice and Esme began to sing along with them too. Did their whole family have beautiful voices?


At first it seems so quiet baby
And now we'll tell the whole world how we feel
And know that your the only one for me baby
And for you I'll do everything
For you I'll do everything

I decided to sing along with them. The whole car sounded like a chorus. Every now and then, I'd laugh because I was just too happy.


I'll always be the one for you baby
There's nothing in the world that can tear us down
I know your the only one for me baby
I'll tell anyone who's around


Maybe baby, baby sleep so sound tonight

The song ended as Mrs. Cullen dropped us off near Jamba Juice. She waved us bye and left.

"Jasper!" The tiny pixie ran towards him and jumped him with full force. He caught her and spun her around. He kissed her cheek and put her down.

Behind him were Sami and Gabe who were holding hands. I winked at them as Edward and I walked into the Jamba Juice.

We both ordered our drinks and sat by the window. Once we got our drinks, we walked outside and strolled around the outdoor mall.

Holding hands, we reached the giant fountain. There were empty lounge chairs by it so we sat there.

We sat there for maybe an hour just talking and laughing.

It was about five when I got a text message.

Are you still with Edward?

-Alice

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Yeah. Where are you?

-Bella

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I'm with Jasper at Pinkberry while Sami and Gabe are still at Barnes. Do you wanna meet up at the Coffee Bean?

-Alice

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Sure. Give us fifteen minutes?

-Bella

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Kaye. See ya (:

-Alice

Edward saw my text message and sighed.

"I only have fifteen more minutes alone with you," he complained.

I leaned into him, "Mmm, but I think its enough."

He frowned and kissed my head.

"Are you going home with me and Alice after this?" he asked.

"No, I don't think so. It's already past five," I looked at him.

We both stood up and prepared to walk to the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf.

Meeting Sami, Gabe, Alice, and Jasper there, Edward and I said our goodbyes with a hug.

He lifted my face once we were outside the coffee shop and looked me in the eyes.

Putting his fingers through his messy bronze hair, he blushed.

Whoa. Edward Cullen blushed.

"Why are you blushing?" I asked innocently.

"Because I was thinking about this…" he trailed off and bent down to my face. He stopped just centimeters before me and silently asked.

I nodded.

He pressed his lips to mine. Electric jolts went through me when our lips met. Suddenly, it came to me- I had no idea how to do this. I reacted on instinct and wrapped my arms around his neck. He continued to kiss me until we pulled apart to breath.

"Wow," I smiled at him. With a quick peck on the lips, I whispered my goodbye and walked to the other side of the mall where my mom would pick me and Sami up.

Sami and I ran to the Escalade which Joey was driving. My mom was seated at the front seat.

"How was your day, girls?" My mom asked.

"Great," we grinned. I had Edward while she had Gabe. Yup, today was definitely great.

"You both know that we're having the annual Swan-Cullen-McCarty-Hale Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday night, right?"

We both nodded. The annual Swan-Cullen-McCarty-Hale Thanksgiving Dinner was an event in which all of our families would alternate hosting a dinner on the third Thursday of November each year. It was a tradition that began when I was in elementary school. Our families seemed to know each other very well.

My mom worked with Helen Hale as a designer while my father and Carlisle had been friends since their college days. Esme Cullen and Joseph McCarty were siblings while my father worked with both Mr. McCarty and Carl Hale at the LAPD. Meanwhile, Esme and Helen are best friends. It was a confusing circle of friends, true. But it brought all of us together. (A/N Suggestion: Chart the whole thing, like connecting the names. LOL, I did it because I couldn't understand it at first but the chart helped xD)

"Well, this year," Renee continued, "We Swans are hosting the event. I know Jasper's friend, Gabe, is joining us this year, so that makes the total count to sixteen."

"Sixteen?" I raised my eyebrows.

"Yes, sweetheart; The Cullens: Carlisle, Esme, Edward, and Alice; The Hales: Carl, Helen, Jasper, Rosalie plus Gabe; The McCartys: Joseph, Anne, and Emmett; and finally us Swans : Me, your father, you, and Sami."

Talk about a party.

"Since I want this year's dinner to be perfect, preparations are going to begin tomorrow night," my mom stated.

Sami and I looked at each other, "Tomorrow?"

"Of course; this is an important holiday dinner and it won't be short of perfection," my mom held her chin high. Renee was always a perfectionist; sometimes I'd wonder if it was healthy for her.

"Where are the preparations going to be," I asked my mom.

"Just on the first floor girls," she smiled, "So, you guys can stay upstairs without the disturbances of the cooking, flower arrangements, and other things."

The Escalade parked in its respectful space in the garage. I noticed that my father's C-class was in the driveway.

"Dad's home," I grinned.

"Well, I didn't think Uncle Charlie would be home until late tonight," Sami said.

"Sami, dear, how many times do we have to tell you? You can call Charlie and I your parents and Bells your sister. You are our adoptive child," Renee told her.

Sami smiled. Yes, we were her family. She always came here for holidays and stayed during the summer vacation. My parents had decided to adopt her since her parents died because in truth, we were the only family she had left.

"Welcome home, dad," I hugged Charlie as I saw him at the front porch.

"Hey Bells, Sami," he nodded at her.

"Charlie, lets go!" My mom called from the Escalade.

"Where you guys headed?" Sami asked before I did.

"Renee and I are going to meet the party planner," Charlie sighed.

The Escalade's horn sounded.

"Party planner?"

"You know your mother," Charlie gave me a quick hug and jogged to the Escalade. He and Renee waved goodbye as Joey drove the car away.

"And…we have the house to ourselves. Again," my shoulders dropped

"Well, at least they don't hover," Sami commented.

"True," I agreed.

We played Guitar Hero World Tour in my bedroom for the next two hours.

As the ending riff to Bon Jovi's "Living on a Prayer" finished, I won the Head to Head Face off with over twice as many points as she did.

"That's not fair!" She exclaimed, "You got most of the notes!"

"Hey! Life is never fair," I stuck my tongue at her.

She bent down the on the plush sofa and threw a pillow at me.

"Pillow fight!" I declared as I ran to grab a big pillow from my bed. We kept hitting each other with the pillows and laughing until we both grew tired.

We lay down on my bed, exhausted from the pillow fight.

"We're home!" I heard Charlie declare as he and Renee entered the front door.

Sami and I ran down the stairs to find Charlie holding a bag of food bag from El Pollo Loco.

"Chicken?" I smirked.

Charlie nodded and handed us the bag.

"Are you guys gonna join us?" I asked.

"Nah, we already ate. Besides, your mom and I have erh, things to do in our bedroom. Just do whatever you want after eating kids. No need to disturb us."

My eyes widened, "I don't think I'll be able to sleep after what he just said."

"Well that makes two of us," Sami said.

The preparations for the dinner were crazy. It was Thursday morning when there were hustles and bustles downstairs. The whole first floor was decorated lavishly with fall flowers and several new kinds of lighting. There were fall leaves on the staircase railing and the chandelier was decorated with multiple colored items of yellow, red and orange.

A new dining table had been placed in the large dining room. It was expensive oak imported from England and was large enough to seat all sixteen people going to tonight's dinner. Expensive rare flowers and gold ornamented table cloths and a glass top accentuated the large table.

In the kitchen, several cooks were preparing a huge traditional Thanksgiving meal. From my room, I could smell the variation of pies, roasted turkey, and special mashed potatoes.

I hadn't seen Edward since Monday but that didn't mean I lost all communication with him. Every waking minute, we would text, IM, or be on myspace. Sometimes, he would call, too. Sami was also busy in her room, either reading or talking to someone. I suspected that someone would be Gabe.

It was almost five when my mom knocked on my door telling me to get changed.

"Kaye, mom," I responded.

I walked into my closet and got out a dress which my mom had given me. The Chanel braided plain tweed mini dress was paired with a black belt which had rhinestones on it. I put on a pair of black pumps- death shoes. Finishing my outfit, I let my hair hang lose in curls and decided to add a bit of make-up so my mom wouldn't complain. When I decided I looked decent enough, I added a black beaded necklace and looked at myself in the mirror. Not bad for the daughter of a fashion designer.

"You ready?" Sami asked as she entered my room. She was wearing a Juicy fruit-print silk dress. Of course, it wasn't the color pink. It was the color green.

"Why are you wearing green? I thought you like blue best," I asked her curiously.

"This dress is sooooo soft!" she exclaimed, placing her hands on the dress.

I laughed.

"Ugh, you're wearing pumps?" she complained, "I can't even wear anything that goes an inch above the ground." She pointed to her black flats.

"My mom would murder me if I didn't wear these pumps. They were kind of expensive," I told her.

"Kind of? I have a feeling those cost more than five hundred dollars!"

"Yeah, probably," I said, "Which is why I don't want these shoes just to rot away in my closet."

She shook her head in disapproval.

"Girls, get down here," Renee called from the foyer.

"Coming!" We responded in unison.

"You girls look beautiful!" Charlie said as he saw us go down the stairs.

I blushed in reaction and almost tripped down the stairs until I regained my balance. I told you, DEATH SHOES!

"When is everyone getting here?" I asked my dad.

"In about half an hour," Charlie replied, looking at his watch.

Renee went to check on the food preparations in the kitchen while Charlie, Sami and I remained in the living room watching the local news.

I heard a car park in the circular driveway. Running to the window, I saw Joseph McCarty's Audi Q5.

"Mom, the McCarty's are here!" I called her.

The doorbell rang while I answered. Like yearly, everyone was dressed in formal wear so Mr. McCarty and Emmett were wearing a tux while Anne McCarty sported one of my mom's dresses.

My mom greeted them with a homey smile and a kiss.

"Anne! You're wearing one of my pieces!" my mom grinned.

"Well, I couldn't resist this one. This is one of my favorites," she straightened herself from the outdoor breeze.

The three McCarty's walked in.

"Smells like food in here!" A booming voice bellowed, "Mrs. Swan, you sure can cook!"

"Emmett! Behave yourself," Mrs. McCarty said through clenched teeth.

"Hi, Em," Sami and I greeted him. He pulled us in for a giant bear hug.

"Can't….breathe…." I panted.

"Oh, sorry," he smirked.

He let us back on the ground and went to give Charlie a bear hug.

"Good evening, Mr. and Mrs. McCarty," we both greeted the couple.

They smiled back and continued on in their conversation with Renee.

The doorbell rang again and to Sami's delight, the Hales and Gabe had arrived.

Carl and Helen Hale walked in with Jasper, Rosalie, and Gabe in tow. I had to admit, Gabe caused the room to steam up. Maybe when Edward arrived it would start burning.

We all greeted each other and the younger generation stayed in the living room while the adults conversed by the foyer and sitting room.

Emmett and Rosalie were on the loveseat making out furiously while Sami and Gabe quietly sat at the foot of the staircase holding hands. Jasper and I were lonely so we played a game of scrabble.

As soon as I heard the sound of another car, I ran to open the door. The Cullens were just getting out of their Lexus. Once Edward saw me, he ran out of the car and came to greet me with a hug.

"You look so beautiful tonight," he whispered in my ear.

"Son, you better get inside or you two lovers will be locked out here," Carlisle patted Edward on the back.

I looked up at Edward. But he just responded with a shrug.

We walked in the house to find the adults all still making small talk.

In the living room, Gabe and Sami had replaced Emmett and Rosalie's place on the loveseat.

"Where did they go?" I asked Sami.

"Your bedroom," Gabe said with a grin.

"Ahhh, crap," I ran up the stairs and went to my bedroom with Edward in tow.

As soon as I got near the door I could hear a series of profanities, moans, and grunts.

"Shit, ew!" I covered my ears.

"Those two fuck like animals, I don't think it's healthy to stay up here," his arms wrapped around my waist.

"Yeah," I agreed, "Let's go back downstairs."

Once we arrived downstairs, Sami and Gabe were playing Dance Dance Revolution. Jasper and Alice were cheering noisily behind them.

I inhaled the scent of Thanksgiving food, autumn flowers, and burning candles.

"Mmm," Edward said resting his chin on my shoulder, "That smells nice."

"I know," I smiled, "The food especially."

He chuckled, "Not the food, silly. I meant you."

I blushed deeply. He placed his hand on my cheek, "You're warm too."

He kissed my cheek and went up to battle Gabe on the dance game.

Sitting with Sami, we both watched as the boys battled to a bouncy pop song. I laughed when Edward won against Gabe.

At exactly seven, the parents called to us for dinner. Emmett and Rose weren't down yet so Alice went upstairs to call them.

"WILL YOU TWO STOP FUCKING EACH OTHERS BRAINS OUT AND GO DOWN FOR DINNER?!" The pixie screeched.

Damn, no one ever knew that such a small girl would have such a big voice.

The whole living room erupted in laughter. Soon enough, Emmett and Rosalie came down the stairs with Alice in the lead.

We all walked together to the large dining room. Charlie had sat at one edge of the table, while Joseph McCarty sat at the other. There were blank seats in random places so we sat in pairs. Edward and I sat next to each other, in between our parents. Once we were seated at our respective seats, the food was served.

The appetizer was served first; several types of Baguettes, artichoke and cheese stuffed mushrooms, manchego quince skewers, and individual bowls of sweet potato soup with blue corn tortillas. I ate happily with Edward at my side. Across from us, Emmett practically inhaled his soup and munched on the first course of the meal.

The pear and blue cheese salads were served next which was to my dismay. I never really like vegetables. My boyfriend, like the gentleman he was, volunteered to finish mine before our parents could notice.

The main course was finally served with two turkeys on each side of the table. There were three kinds of stuffing and two different mashed potato recipes. The sweet potatoes smelled and tasted heavenly. More and more food arrived; sweet and spicy Brussels sprouts, smashed potato cheddar cakes, roasted chestnut sausage dressing, tangy almond garlic string beans, cranberry-pear relish, and second day fried stuffing bites with cranberry sauce pesto.

I had to admit, I ate more than necessary at this meal but it just tasted so wonderful.

When dessert finally came, the whole table was stuffed. However, that didn't stop anyone from eating more. The whole dessert menu consisted of multiple pies and sweets; the classic apple and pecan pie, pumpkin bars topped with whipped cream, gingerbread trifle, bourbon nut cake, pumpkin mousse parfait, and finally warm chocolate praline tart with caramel, chocolate sauce, and vanilla ice cream.

Once the whole table was cleared up, we were all served a glass of wine.

"It's okay for the kids to have a glass, it's a special holiday anyways," my mother stated. The other parents agreed too.

I noticed that my mom didn't have any wine, but a glass of water. Confused, I asked her.

My mom smiled and held my father's hand. What was going on?

Both my parents stood up which had the whole table looking at them.

"Everyone, on behalf of my family," my mom smiled sweetly, "I'd like to thank you for coming here tonight. But before we have to say our goodbyes, Charlie and I would like to make an announcement."

My mother held tight to my father's hand.

"Bella," she nodded at me, "Sami," she nodded at my cousin, "You're gonna be big sisters!"

The whole table erupted in a series of cheers and applause.

I felt the tears form in my eyes. I was going to be an older sister!

Standing up from my seat, I went to give my mom a hug.

"How far along are you, mom?" I asked with tears of joy streaming down my face. Sami joined our little embrace.

"About two months, girls," she laughed, "Can you believe it?"

I kissed my moms cheek and went back to my seat at the table. Edward held my hand under the table and wiped a few tears from under my eyes.

After dinner, which ended at nine, Edward and I had walked around the backyard for a bit.

We sat on a bench on the side of the flowery garden. He kept me in his embrace.

I looked at him and pecked his lips. When I withdrew, he kissed me this time.

"I love you," I told him.

"I love you, too," he replied with a kiss.

At ten, everyone left which abandoned the Swan family once again. My mom had gone to bed early and the ones who did the preparation cleaned up.

By twelve, Sami and I had gone to bed. That night I had a strange dream,

I was sitting on top a grassy hill all alone.

A figure was running towards me.

"Edward?" I was completely confused.

Once I could see him close enough, I noticed that it was Edward. But in an older version; he was much, much taller and he had a more toned body. He looked to be in his twenties.

"Bella, I've waited so long for you," he said in between his panting breaths.

"Edward, what are you talking about?"

"Love, you've been gone for so long. It's been years," he placed his palm on my cheek.

"I never left you. What?" I put my hand over his.

"Yes you did. You left me. I was all alone here; I dated many girls. Alice even called me the player of the school. But they were nothing compared to you, my Bella."

"How- how long was I gone?"

"Ten years, love," he looked at me with regretful eyes.

"Why? I would never leave you Edward," the tears began to form.

"But you did. You left me here and never called or tried to contact me in any way," his voice was now full of anger.

"No, you're lying," I stared him off.

"But I'm not. I loved you even after you left. And I still love you now. But…" he trailed off.

"But?"

"You're married now. Carlisle told me. That person you call your husband, James," he began to walk backwards, away from me.

I began to sob, "No! Edward don't leave me here! I'm not married to James! I love you!"

I felt arms wrap around me.

"Edward?"

"No, sweetheart, it's James," he turned me around to face him. I met his figure. It was James- an older version. He had a slight subtle but looked even creepier than before.

His lips pressed to mine…

"Bella! Bells, wake up!" I heard my mom try to wake me.

"Ugh," I rolled over, "Mom, what?"

"Sweetheart, you have to wake up. We need to get to the hospital."

I rose from my bed and looked at my iHome; it was only three in the morning.

"Mom, what happened? Is everything alright?" I began to panic. Did something happen to Edward? Alice? Emmett? Any of my friends?

"No, nothing is okay sweetie. Carlisle called me urgently and asked us to get over to Cedars-Sinai as soon as possible," she told me.

"Did anyone get hurt, mom?"

"Honey, there's more than one person we love hurting right now," she said coldly.

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And...did you drool during the Thanksgiving dinner description? Because, I certainly did. Hehe, I got the different foods from the Food Network website; just thought I should let you know :]