OK, another update. And The Rogets and Sosot.w.i.l.i.g.h. got the right answers. Congrats! This chapter is dedicated to them! And since I just updated now, I would like to take this opportunity to say to everyone: I LOVED THE MOVIE! Especially the part with the baseball scene. But they placed way too much make up on them. Creepy…
Starlight – Chapter 6: Psychic Consultations
On that day Edward was wondering about where they were…
Alice's POV:
"Jasper!" I hissed. "So, you're sure?"
"Yes, Alice. I am very sure. I have done everything and I am ready. I prepared everything carefully, set everything up, planned every single detail, and I have contacted her already," Jasper replied wearily.
"Good," I nodded, satisfied. "This Saturday will be the day for Bella."
Saturday…
Bella's POV:
"I love this place!" Rosalie shrieked.
"I totally agree with you!" I yelled.
"This is so amazing!" Jasper shouted above the noise.
"So you guys, you go away, shoo! We girls need some girl time," Alice directed.
"Ouch. I feel so unwanted," Emmett said mournfully. Edward also hung his head sadly.
"Stop that," Alice whacked their arms. "We'll meet later, OK? I have your numbers, and when we're all ready to be with you guys, we will just call you."
"Fine," Jasper said, looking directly at her.
I saw Alice nod discreetly and gave him a knowing look. Something was up, and I planned on knowing what it was.
"Guys, lets go. We're clearly not wanted here," Edward said, pushing them away from us.
Alice steered us to the opposite direction, her arms around us.
"So, where are we going ladies? Any special plans?" Alice asked.
"I want to eat some cotton candy," I declared. "Yum."
"I want to play the games," Rosalie cut in. "I'm gonna win that cute teddy bear right there," she said, pointing to a huge brown bear."
"Why? Reminds you of Emmett?" I teased.
"Shut up," she giggled, smacking my back.
"We are going to that tent over there," Alice announced, pointing towards a mysterious purple tent at the far end of a corner.
"What's in there?" I asked curiously.
"Wait- there's a little sign… Madam Zara's Fortune Telling," Rosalie read. She turned to Alice with a puzzled look on her face. "You want to go there?"
"Why not?" Alice shrugged. "It will be fun," she promised, smiling. Something in her smile made me wonder what was up.
"Fine, let's go," I finally consented.
"Yeah, but this better be not one of your tricks," Rosalie warned.
"I promise," she said. I noticed one of her hand was behind her back. Hey… Was she crossing her fingers?
Shaking my head, I went with them as we headed towards the little tent.
"Hello?" Alice called as she pushed the covers away.
"Ah, welcome my dears," a voice called out from nowhere.
"Where are you?" Rosalie called out in the darkness.
"Here."
`We all turned around to the direction of the voice to see an old woman sitting on a chair. In front of her was a small round table filled with psychic stuff- books, crystal balls, tarot cards- you name it, its there.
"I knew you would come here today, ladies. Bella, please get that chair behind you. Alice, sit here, next to me. Rosalie, there is a chair next to you and I suggest you sit there."
I gaped. "Ho- how did-"
Rosalie beat me to it. "How did you know our names?"
"I have many ways, my dear Rosalie. I knew you would be coming here," she said serenely.
I studied her closely to find out she really was old. She was about seventy, and her gray hair was tucked in a neat bun. Her frail shoulders looked weak, but her eyes, they were a vibrant green- which fondly reminded me of Edward.
"Madam Zara?" I said uncertainly.
"Yes, dear Bella, that is me," she replied.
I motioned to Alice to come closer to me. In one fluid movement, she was instantly by my side.
"Yes?" she cocked her head to one side.
"Alice…" I growled. "Why are we here? This old woman is creeping me out."
She opened her mouth to answer, but Madam Zara beat her.
"Bella, you must not be scared. You have nothing to worry about. You are safe here," she said, smiling.
"Not scared? Safe here? Why should I consider it safe to be with an old woman who is a complete stranger but knows my name?" I demanded hotly. "I'm out of here."
As I turned around, Alice grasped my arm and yanked me back.
"Bella, please. Give her a chance," Alice pleaded.
Under her pleading eyes, I just consented.
"Fine- but why I agreed to this, I have no idea," I said shortly.
"YAY!" Alice squealed. "Bella, I promise you, you will not regret this!" Her eyes told me she was telling the truth- but there was something mysterious- and much bigger- going on here.
"So, Bella, you go first. Rosalie next, then me," Alice said.
"Heyyyy…" I complained. "Why me?"
"Because I said so," Alice said firmly, pushing me down on the chair.
"Hmph." I started to pout.
The old, creepy lady pulled her chair so that we were face to face.
"Bella, what is your favorite color?"
"Green."
Wait- I was supposed to say blue! Guess Edward's face popped up that instant…
She got a deck of cards and separated them into three columns. "Now, pick one deck: The first one, the second, or third?"
"The second one," I replied uncertainly.
She got the top most card and looked at it.
"Ah," she said, her whole face breaking into a wide smile. "Cupid's arrow."
"Huh? What does Cupid have to do with this?" I asked.
"Cupid's arrow means that you are in love, and soon, that love will be returned."
"What the-"
"See Bella? I told you -you wouldn't regret this!" Alice bounced her seat, beaming happily.
"So I'm done?" I asked creepy lady.
"Yes- but one more thing. Remember, transformations. That is both a warning and a blessing. You may stand up now."
Standing up, I went to Rosalie.
"She is weird, man, weird!" I shook my head.
"Rosalie, it is your turn," she motioned with her hands.
"Wish me luck," she mouthed.
Giggling, I watched her as she sat down bravely.
"Rosalie, what is your favorite animal?"
"Bears."
"What is it that you like best in a face?"
"Dimples," she answered, smiling, showing off her own. But I bet she was thinking of Emmett.
"Ah, I see," psychic person said. "A huge bear of a man will sweep you off your feet, really soon."
Rosalie started giggling.
"Rosalie, you may sit with Bella. Alice? It is your turn."
"Fire away!" Alice said confidently.
"What is your favorite accent?"
"I love Southern accents!" she squealed happily. Jasper.
"And what color of eyes do you prefer?"
"Blue." (A/N: I'm not sure of Jasper's eye color. If it is wrong, please tell me so that I can correct it.)
"You, my dear Alice, are already in love. Someone Texan. And he is returning the favor."
Alice squealed happily, standing up.
"Girls, you may all leave now. Remember what I said. Remember what I said."
We all went out of there really quick. Once we were out of earshot, I started to talk. "Think it was for real or it was phony?"
"I'd say it was phony, but how did she know everything about us?" Rosalie asked.
"Yeah- she knew our names. That was way creepy…" I shuddered.
"Yeah," Alice repeated.
"Guys, can we please stop talking about the psychic? I would really want to talk about another topic," I begged.
"Ooh!" Alice exclaimed. "I know!"
"What?" Rose and I chorused.
"Time to eat!" she sang.
"Now you're talking!" I approved.
We headed towards the cotton candy stand and bought one for each of us. After, we bought some sodas.
Slurping mine happily, I listened to Alice talk in her high soprano voice.
"Hey guys," she began. "I read this somewhere a week ago- where, I forgot. Anyway, it had these really cool romantic lines."
"Like?" I asked.
"So listen to this. The girl asks the guy, 'Do I ever cross your mind?' And the guy replies, 'No.' Then she says, 'Do you want me?' And he says 'No.' Then she says, 'If I left, would you miss me?' And, surprise, surprise, he says no."
"Ooh, this is good," I grinned.
"Hey, I know this!" Rose grinned. "May I continue?"
Alice nodded. "But I get to say the endings."
"OK," Rose agreed. "Then she says, 'Would you do anything for me?' And he says no again. And she asks, 'Would you live for me?'- You already know what he will say- no. Finally, she asks, 'What would you choose: me, or your life?' And he chooses his life."
"Heartbroken, the girl runs away," Alice continued. "The guy chases her and explains everything. 'The reason why you never cross my mind is because you are always on my mind. The reason why I don't want you is because I need you. And the reason why I wouldn't miss you if you left is because I would die if you left. The reason why I won't do anything for you is because I would do everything for you. The reason why I won't live for you is because I would die for you. And the reason why I chose my life is because…" Alice paused dramatically. "You are my life.'"
"Wow. That was really corny," I said.
"Bella!" Alice frowned, insulted.
"Just kidding!" I grinned. "That really was romantic."
Alice beamed. "You really think so?"
"Yep," I said. "It was really romantic… but still corny."
"Bella, Bella, Bella," Alice shook her head. "You are completely hopeless. When will you ever learn the language… of love?"
"Ugh, what about never?" I suggested.
Laughing, we all bought cans of soft drinks.
We were just walking around and we reached the … kissing booths.
I don't know about you, but I rally hate those. I saw a long line of girls with flirty expressions on their faces.
"Who's the guy?" I asked.
Alice looked hard. "I don't know who that is, but he sure is hot."
Craning my neck, I was able to get a better look.
"That's Jacob you idiot!" I hissed.
"What? It's that fool?" Rosalie demanded angrily.
"Come on," I muttered, dragging them away.
We reached the other side when I saw Rosalie tense beside me.
"Rose? What's wrong?" I asked anxiously.
"Nothing…" Alice said nervously.
Following the direction of their gazes, I suddenly gasped.
My can fell down with a clatter as I ran away, holding back tears.
Ooh… Cliffie. You'll learn more in the next chapter… So if you want me to update, you know what to do! You're all welcome to guess, and I'll see if you got it right. And no questions yet in this chapter, but the next one will have one! Any guesses on who'll win the bet? Vote in my poll in my profile! And on Christmas, I will post part two of Twilight Holidays, Christmas Carols! Oh yeah, and the answer is... you wake up! :D
Jen
