A/N: First thank you to all that have Favorite, Alerted and Reviewed my story! You're the ones that give me the motivation to keep posting my story! Second, this is the longest chapter yet and my favorite chapter! Third, THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU FOR READING!! :-)

I do not own anything Twilight...that all belongs to the lovely Stephanie Meyer.

Hope you Enjoy Chapter 11!

"Birthday Declarations"

The rest of the week flew by in a flurry. Between all my school work, practicing for the Cheer Off and tutoring with Edward I was more then ready to go out on Friday. On Friday I wasn't about to exhaust myself or the girls so I cancelled practice. Edward and I agreed no studying on Fridays of weekend so I was off the hook. As soon as school was over I went home to get ready. While setting my outfit out I received a message from Edward.

Hey so lucky you don't have to be here. Save me! J-E

Unfortunately the boys weren't so lucky and had basketball practice. I chuckled and wrote back.

Well head cheerleaders rule! J My team, my rules. Get to work slacker! J-B

Well I want to be on Team Bella! ;-) -E

I don't think you can handle Team Bella. Get back to work before coach flips on you. -B

Alright just because Bella says so. See you tonight. -E

See you then and by the way you're always allowed on my Team. ;-) -B

I laughed once more and then headed to my bathroom to get ready for the night.

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Three hours later I had decided on my new blue dress that I had bought and a pair of my Jimmy Choo high heels. When I finished applying my makeup I grabbed my car keys and called Rose to get the address to the restaurant which was actually a bar/restaurant.

As I pulled up I saw Rose, Emmett, Jasper, Alice and Edward standing outside waiting for me. When I walked up to them Rose ran over to me and hugged me.

"Thanks for coming Bells!!!" he squealed while I chuckled at her enthusiasm.

I was then pulled into a bear hug by Emmett and then said a quick hi to Edward, Alice and Jasper. While walking into the place I looked over and stared at Edward in awe. He looked amazing in a pair of blue jeans and a black button up shirt that was rolled up to his elbows. His hair was in its usual disarray and my favorite crooked grin plastered on his gorgeous face.

When we were seated we noticed that it was Karaoke Night and I looked over at Rose and glared. Now I know why she wanted me to come. She winked and then proceeded to order some drinks and food.

After dinner and a few drinks later we looked up to the DJ on stage about to start off the Karaoke.

"Ok everyone right now we're going to pick two people to come on stage and do a duet. When the lights hit you you're it!" the DJ said on stage.

I was praying that the lights wouldn't shine around us anywhere and let out a breath when I saw it skip my table. Then suddenly the lights flashed on my face and I looked over to see it on Edwards across from me. There was no way I was going up there to make a fool out of myself. Edward seemed to be thinking the same because he was shaking his head.

"Bella it's on you and Edward! Go up!" Rose whispered and winked.

"No way Rose I'm not going up there!" I said and hid my face. I was not going to let her guily me into this. No way!

"Bella come on please. Everyone is doing it and you sing great!" Rose pleaded and shoved her face below mine so that I could see her face. Ugh. She was so not a fair player. Why was it so easy to say no to everyone but her?!

"Ugh fine Rose but you owe me big time! Let's go Edward we're going to suffer together." I said as I stood in front of him and held out my hand.

"Ugh. Fine but Rose you owe us!" Edward groaned and got up.

When we arrived on stage I sighed and begged him to kill me. It had to be better then singing in front of a whole lot of strangers.

"Come on Bella it won't be too bad." he chuckled and shoved me gently.

After we were handed the microphones we looked down on the screen and saw the song that was picked out.

"No oh no. I'm not doing this!" I whined and looked over at Edward.

"Umm... Bella...." Edward stared back at me and then sighed "this is for Rose. We'll live." he said and smiled at me reassuring.

"Fine" I muttered and turned to the audience. As "The Start of Something New" by the high school musical protagonist started I looked up at Edward. When the first verse left his mouth I was speechless. He was a great singer and you could tell he knew the song by heart because he didn't look at the screen. I stood there just revealing in his words and didn't notice it was my turn until he grabbed my hand. As soon as my hand was in his all my nerves disappeared and I sang my part. When the final verse left Edwards mouth he winked at me and grinned. I smiled back and together we continued the song hand in hand.

As the song ended I didn't hear anyone as Edward continued to look into my eyes and I in his. I could see something in them that I had never seen in anyone before. It was as if there were compassion, humility, and adoration in them. I wanted nothing then to lean in and press my lips against his. But as soon as the lights were on we let go of each other and turned to walk to our seats. The bubble we found ourselves in on stage was burst.

"Guys that was Awesome!" Emmett bellowed as he grabbed me in a hug.

"Yeah Bella and Edward you make a great team!" Rose exclaimed.

"Thanks" we both muttered and I sat down next to Rose.

"Wow. That's all I could say Bells" Rose whispered in my ear when everyone else continued there conversation.

I looked over at Edward and smiled when I saw him grinning at me before turning back to Alice. An hour and a few drinks later, thanks to our fake ids, I was starting to feel the buzz from the liquor. For some reason I was feeling very vulnerable and could not stop thinking about the time I have spent with Edward. I was a completely different person with him and it was because of him. I looked over at Edward and at that moment I knew I wanted him to know what I was feeling lately. When he caught me staring I winked at him and made my way to the stage. I picked out the song I wanted and looked down at him once more determined. He looked at me and gave me a questionable look but I just smiled and looked at the screen. When the song started I winked knowing that only he could see me.

Everybody needs inspiration,

Everybody needs a song.

A beautiful melody,

When the night's so long.

Cause there is no guarantee,

That this life is easy.

And when my world is falling apart.

When there's no light to break up the dark,

That's when I,I, I look at you.

When the waves are flooding the shore,

and I can't find my way home anymore.

That's when I,I, I look at you.

As the words left my mouth little by little my confidence intensified.

When I look at you,

I see forgiveness,

I see the truth.

You love me for who I am,

Like the stars hold the moon,

Right there where they belong.

and I know I'm not alone.

As I looked at Edward I saw the gleam in his eyes and smiled.

Yeah when my world is falling apart,

When there's no light to break up the dark,

That's when I,I, I look at you.

When the waves are flooding the shore,

and I can't find my way home anymore,

That's when I, I, I look at you.

In that moment no one else existed but me and him. We we're in our bubble once more and I wanted him to understand what each word meant.

You, appear just like a dream to me.

Just like kaleidoscope colors,

That cover me,

All I need,

Every breath that I breathe,

Don't you know you're beautiful!

Yeah

When the waves are flooding the shore,

and I can't find my way home anymore,

That's when I, I, I look at you.

I look at you, Yeah, Woah.

You, appear just like a dream to me.

When the last words left my mouth I handed back the microphone to the man on the stage and walked over to the table. I stared at everyone and noticed they had their mouths hanging open and Rose had tears sliding down her face. She got up and wrapped her arms around me.

"Bella that was beautiful" she whispered and sniffled.

"Thank you Rosie" I whispered back and hugged her tightly.

Then suddenly I was swept into another bear hug by Emmett.

"Bells that was amazing!" he boomed and then set me down.

Jasper came up next and said the same. As I mumbled thank you to everyone I stared over at Edward sitting next to Alice with a look of sheer shock. When she looked up I noticed she had tears in her eyes and her lips turned upward as she smiled at me. I didn't know what it was but I smiled back at her for the first time and it wasn't a fake smile.

"That was beautiful Bella." she said and wiped her eyes.

"Thank you Alice." I smiled and looked over at Edward who was looking between us. I knew he was worried about what would happen but for the first time I didn't feel any animosity towards Alice. I felt free.

"Umm I'm going to get some air. I'll be back guys" I excused myself and made my way towards the exit. I had just poured my heart out on stage and hopefully Edward knew what I was trying to say. I knew that my friends knew what it meant but they didn't know that I was changing and willing to change because of the great guy sitting with them. He was the one that gave me so much to smile and laugh about lately. The only one I've opened up to.

Before I could get out the door I heard someone calling my name.

"Bella wait up" Edward yelled from behind me.

Just as I spun around Edward reached me grabbing me by my waist and pulled me closer to him. Without any warning he placed his lips against mine. As soon as our lips connected everything in me melted away. His lips were so soft and smooth but fierce against mine. I felt the electricity intensify and kissed him back just as fiercely while bringing my hands around his neck. Having his arms around me felt so natural and comforting. This kissing was something so new to me that and I didn't ever want it to stop. Unfortunately humans needed to breath and when I felt like I was about to pass out I pulled back and leaned my forehead against his.

"Edward" I breathed out trying to inhale some air but was stopped as Edward brought his hands to cup my face.

"Bella that was beautiful and amazing...just like you." he smiled at me and placed a chaste kiss on my lips. I felt the blush rise on my cheeks and smiled over at him.

"Thank you." I happily sighed and quickly remembering where we were pulled him out the bar. When we were outside the bar Edward suddenly pulled me towards him and pushed me gently against the wall. I felt the adrenaline rush as he placed his hands at my waist and pressed his body against mine. Not resisting I brought my lips against his again and gripped his hair in my hands. Not until I realized where we were did I pull back again.

"You don't know how much I've wanted this." he whispered and I looked over at him. Even in the dark I could see how his green eyes had turn a shade darker and knew it was desire that lurked behind them.

"Me too." I smiled at him and wrapped my arms around his waist looking into his eyes.

"So does this mean I get to see my Bella from now on?" he grinned at me.

Hearing him say my bella made my heart flutter. "My bella?" I whispered.

"Yes that's how I defined the two Bella's. The one your friends see and the one only I see" he smiled at me and wrapped his arms tighter around me.

"Interesting. Well then yes you will get to see your Bella now" I smiled and he suddenly pressed his lips against mine again.

"Uhmm" we heard someone clearing their throat and looked over to see that it was Rose and Emmett staring at us. Realizing our position I straightened myself up and moved to the side of Edward.

"Umm we came to see where you two had ran off to." they chuckled with a smug smile on their faces.

"Umm we're coming." I said and made my way towards them giving Edward a small smile. He walked beside me and smiled understanding why I decided it was best to head back in. As we made our way into the bar I turned to look at Rose and Em.

"Hey guys please don't say anything about what you just saw. Please." I pleaded.

"What do you mean we didn't see anything Bella" Rose winked at us and smiled.

"Nope we did not see you sucking faces with Edward here. " Em chuckled earning himself a smack upside his head from Rose.

"Damn Rosie just playing. We didn't see a thing." Em groaned as he rubbed his head. I smiled and relaxed as we made our way to the table.

I didn't know what was going on with Edward and didn't want anyone thinking anything so I acted as if nothing had just happened. The night continued on and to my surprise I found myself having a great time. I didn't think about any of my problems and didn't think once about messing with Alice. Actually I found that being around her was kind of funny. She had a bubbly personality and made everyone crack up with her crazy stories. Somewhere inside of me I knew I should be angry with her and evil to her but I didn't have it in me. Instead I enjoyed myself and made sure Rose had a great night. That night marked the beginning of a change for me and I could feel it. Unfortunately though it didn't stop my conscience from reminding me that I still had to talk to Edward about what I had done.

A/N: The song sung by Bella is none other then "When I Look At You" by Miley Cyrus. I so love that song and its so inspirational! If you haven't yet, check it out!!