(Bella's POV)

It's 7 o'clock and Edward just pulled up outside. In the bathroom, I went over my outfit. One of the things Alice had given me was a blue floral trimmed dress. The flowers were a lighter blue than the rest of the dress. On my feet were light blue ballet flats. My hair was put up into a bun with two strands on either side of my face. Both I had curled.

I stared at myself in the mirror. Was I really going to leave them? Without a clue as to where?

Yes. Some part of me whispered back.

But why? They're my friends, practically my family. I care about them. I love them. I thought, glimpsing through the window.

You knew not to get attached. The two months is up so you have to leave them. Even if it means breaking their hearts.

"I'm not sure I can do that." I said out loud.

"Bella! Edward's here!" Charlie yelled up.

"Be right down!" I grabbed my purse and swiftly went down stairs. Edward stood by the door, with a small box in his hand.

"I thought I said no surprises?" I said, kissing him.

'I know, but I couldn't resist. Besides, look at the table." I turned and there sitting on the table were two medium sized boxes.

"Dad." I groaned.

"Don't complain, just open them." I sat down at the table and opened the first box. Inside was a new silver digital camera. I smiled and continued on to the next. It was a scrapbook. Opening the pages, I flipped through. The first few pages were already filled with picture of Renee. One was of when I was just born. She was laying in the hospital bed holding me her arms. Another was when I was at my first ballet class. I was leaning against the rail, Renee beside me. Tears came to my eyes at the memories.

"Your mom sent me some photos every year. I figured it would be nice for you to have some as well. " Charlie explained. I stood and walked over to him. Smiling, I hugged Charlie.

"Thanks dad. This is the best gift ever. When I get home I need to talk to you." he nods.

"Your welcome bells. And I know, I saw the letter." We let goof each other and I walked over to Edward.

"I'll see you later tonight." I told Charlie as I walked out the door. Edward and I got in his car and drove to the Cullen's.

Lanterns were placed outside along with a banner on the front door. Walking inside, I saw there were more lanterns and strings hanging down from the ceiling. One of the tables in the living room was covered with gifts, while another in the kitchen held a cake and chips.

"Wow, this is amazing." I told Alice after hugging her.

"I knew you would love it!"

"It wasn't too much trouble was it?" I asked, walking into the kitchen. There everyone stood around the island.

"Of course not! Mom baked the cake while the rest of us got the decorations ready. It was a slow process but worth it don't you think?" I nodded in agreement.

"Thanks you guys, this is wonderful."

"Wait until you taste the cake." Rosalie said.

"What kind is it?" I asked.

"It's just a recipe I came up with. They love it." Esme said.

"It's the best Bella! It has chocolate layers and icing, with crumbles of chocolate chips, oreos, chocolate sprinkles, and a few pieces of a hersheys chocolate bar." Emmett exclaimed.

"Wow, that's a lot of chocolate."

"Rose and I made some chocolate strawberries too." Alice said.

"One things for sure, I'll have a hard time sleeping tonight. With all that sugar in my body, I'd be amazed if I fell asleep for the next three days." For more than one reason. Everyone laughed and Esme grabbed a knife.

"Who wants to cut the cake?" Esme asked.

"How about Bella does it?" Edward suggested, his arm wrapping around my waist. The others agreed.

"Ok." Esme handed me the knife and I cut the cake into small pieces. After each piece was cut, I would put it on a plate and pass it out.

"We could have done that Bella." Rosalie said.

"No, you guys have already done so much." I smiled before taking a bit of the cake. Immediately I tasted the icing, then the crunch of the chips, oreos, and sprinkles. The rich taste of the chocolate was like heaven.

"This is awesome Esme."

"I'm glad you like it Bella."

"Present time!" Emmett exclaimed, leading us into the living room.

"Emmett, we just started eating." Alice complained. I laughed and followed anyway. Emmet paused at the table, a gift in his hands.

"Wait, you guys are still eating? I had it down in five seconds."

"That's because you eat like a dog."

"No it's not!" I giggled and went to hug Emmet.

"It's alright Emmet, you're not a dog. You're a big soft teddy bear."

"Are you calling me weak?" He challenged.

"Not in the least bit." He smiled and picked me up off the ground.

"Good, otherwise you would have been in some major trouble." I laughed as he spun me around.

"Emmett put her down!" Esme ordered though she was laughing herself. Emmett stopped and put me back on the floor.

"That was great Emmett." I sat down at the table and grabbed the first present. The others sat on the couch except for Edward, who leaned against the wall behind me.

"Oh wait. Let's take some pictures first." I pulled my camera out from my bag but before I could turn it on, it was snatched away.

"Why did you do that Alice?"

"So you can enjoy opening your presents. We'll take the pictures." I sighed, knowing there was no way out of it. I lifted the present and shook, seeing if I could hear anything. Nothing. I placed the present back down and ripped through the wrapping paper. It was a white box. I lifted the top off and there was nothing inside.

"Is this supposed to be a joke you guys?" I asked.

"Nope. It used to have a car radio in it. Right now it's in your truck." Emmett explained.

"Is that why you insisted on me riding with you?" I asked Edward, who nodded.

I continued to open the rest of the gifts. After every present was unwrapped I had tickets to see Paramore, a cd of all of Edward's compositions.

"Thanks you guys. These are great gifts." I stood and hugged everyone before leaving. The drive home was silent. When we arrived, Edward walked me up the steps and stood with me on the porch.

"You still have another present for me." I told him matter-of-factly.

"Do I?" He smirked.

"Yes, the one you had here. You never let me open it."

"I guess I forgot." Edward grinned and pulled the box from behind his back. I grabbed it and pulled the paper off. A small white cardboard box was in my hands. I lifted the lid and gasped. Inside was a beautiful crystal heart chained to a small link bracelet.

"Edward, it's beautiful." Gingerly I lifted the bracelet out to examine it more. Edward took the bracelet from my hands and put it on my wrist.

"I figured, if you wore it all the time, then you would always have my heart. It's a little cheesy I know…" I interrupted him with a kiss.

"No, it's not cheesy at all. It's very sweet. And I love it." I smiled and kissed him again.

"I'm glad you do. I guess I should let you go inside now. See you tomorrow." He kissed me quickly before walking back to his car. I didn't say a thing. Because the truth is, I won't see him tomorrow.

I unlocked the door and walked inside. Sitting at the table expectantly was Charlie. He was looking at the scrapbook. He looked up when I shut the door.

"I brought some cake." I said, holding up the plate in my hands. Charlie simply nodded.

"Dad?" He stayed quiet. "Dad, what's wrong?"

"I just don't want you to go. I understand why you have to. Or want to. But that doesn't mean I won't miss you." He spoke sadly.

"I know dad, I'll miss you too. I'll call though, I'll even send pictures." I smiled and sat next to him.

"I just don't want to lose you again Bells. After your mom left with you, you only came over so much. To me it just wasn't enough time to get to know you.

"You're not losing me entirely. Like I said, I'll call, every week. Every night if you want me to." Charlie smiled and shook his head.

"You don't need to do that. All I need to know is that you're safe and happy."

"I promise you I will be." We stayed silent for a few moments.

"Well, you should be going to bed. Your flight's early in the morning." I nodded and stood. Before walking away I hugged him. With my hand on the railing, I paused at the stairs.

"Dad? How did you know?"

"I saw the envelope. Then while you were at school I saw where your things were packed." I nodded somberly and walked upstairs to get ready for bed.

Ok, I know it's like, waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay late since I said I would update it yesterday. Or was it Friday? I don't know anymore. Wednesday school starts so I definitely won't be able to update as frequently. With taking honors class and marching band, I'll be surprised if I live through the first month. I promise I will try to update at least once a week. I'll put the next two chapters up here later too.