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Bold = Edward

Italic = Bella/Alice

Thanks to my beta, Sunray16.

*Four secrets*

BPOV

I groaned as I tried to fall asleep, but I wasn't having any of it. Alice burst in with a shocked expression on her face and Edward's photo in her hand. Her blue eyes were huge and staring at me. I sighed in frustration and stood up, trying to decipher her mood.

"What now?" I grumbled and she showed me the picture. "Yeah, I know. That's Edward." I shrugged.

"Bella, you don't get it." she whimpered. "I know him."

With those little three words, she was able to leave me with my mouth open. She knew him? How? When? Did she see him yesterday? Was he still in New York? What the heck?

"What?" I nearly shouted.

"I know him. Of course I know him." she whispered mostly to herself and her expression turned angry or maybe just a little irritated.

"When?"

She looked up at me and then back at the photo. "Two years ago." Oh, darn it! "I was talking to you on the phone, when he came out of nowhere and spilled the coffee in my lap." she hissed. She was talking to me? Remember, Bella. "That day, my jeans and my favorite pair of shoes got ruined." she pouted.

"I don't understand. That's when you first met Jasper? You told me he was sweet enough to help you clean up." I frowned in confusion.

"Yep. He was standing next to me and he was so sweet, it made me fall in love with him in that instant." she sighed blissfully.

"You know Edward. You've seen him." I whispered to myself and Alice nodded, pursing her lips.

"God, this is so weird."

"Isn't everything?" I asked sarcastically. Try to remember, Bella. You were talking to Alice on the phone when Edward appeared and spilled her coffee all over her. "I can't remember."

"Jasper needs to know this. He'll be so shocked." Alice said, but my mind was elsewhere.

"When did you first meet Jasper? Date, I want a date." I demanded and she bit her lip, thinking.

"Hmm, I never thought about it before. Jasper and I have always counted since he asked me to be his girlfriend." she pursed her lips and then her eyes lit up, although there was a strange spark in them. "Today. Oh my God, today. I mean, this day two years ago."

My mouth hung open and before she could say anything, I ran into the living room and grabbed some paper and a pen. I wasn't tired anymore. Adrenaline and pure shock coursed through my veins and my heart pounded loudly in my chest. I felt so close to him in that moment – ok, maybe Alice was, but you caught the picture – it made me dizzy.

What if I'd seen him too? Maybe I didn't remember, but no... That was stupid. If I had seen him, I would have remembered it. At least, when I saw his photo nothing happened, so that meant our paths had never crossed before.

Hmph... this sucked.

Edward, did you see Alice or Jasper today? Please, I need to know.

"Do you think he's going to answer?" Alice asked, raising her eyebrows.

"You think he's asleep?" I asked back and she shrugged. I hoped not.

Thud! I exchanged a quick glance with Alice before I began reading his note.

Hi to you too. Um...I don't know. I don't really know what they look like.

I didn't have time to search for their pictures, so I looked at Alice and tried to describe her. I had her features completely memorized by now, but well..

Alice is very tiny with spiky black hair and has a very absurd obsession for fashion. She was reading over my shoulder and seeing what I'd just written, she punched me in the arm. I grinned at her, shrugging. Jasper is tall; his hair is the same color as honey and has blue eyes.

"I think he has seen us." Alice said cheerfully.

"And what's with the good mood?"

"That means he can see you." she squealed.

I sighed in frustration and frowned. "I don't remember seeing him in the past. And trust me, I would have remembered if it had been otherwise. He's not very easy to forget."

Alice threw me a meaningful look and I ignored it. I didn't really want to know what she was thinking.

You mean, they were Alice and Jasper? Oh God. I can't believe it. Wait. Was Alice talking to you at that moment?

"I guess that answers our question." Alice chirped and my shoulders slumped.

I guess so. I don't really remember that day, but Alice had already confirmed it. She does remember seeing you.

Well, this gets even more unbelievable. I stopped in front of a Starbucks, when I bumped into Jasper, it seems. He looked pretty nervous about something and asked me if I wanted to help him. Then he showed me Alice.

"Wait a minute. Help him how?" Alice frowned suspiciously.

I looked at her for a second, deciding whether I should ask Edward or not.

"Are you going to ask him today, Bella?" she raised her eyebrows. She huffed, seeing how slow I was moving and wrote a note.

Help him how? You said he looked nervous. Why? – Alice.

I rolled my eyes and she shrugged. "Curious."

Wait. Is Alice there?

She groaned frustrated. Stop beating around the bush and tell me. Why was Jasper nervous?

"You're awfully small to be so hugely irritating." I mumbled under my breath and she giggled.

"It's a talent. And well, Jasper is my fiancé. I need to know why."

Ok, ok, fine. But don't tell him I told you about this. He was nervous because he didn't know how to catch your attention. So he asked me to help him. Alice's eyes narrowed when she read it. Maybe she was thinking about spilling her coffee over her shoes. Oops. And no, he didn't tell me to ruin your clothes. That was um, my idea. But whatever. You two really seemed to hit it off then so I left.

"That really happened?" I asked, trying to distract Alice's attention from Edward's plan. "I mean, Edward was Cupid in this story. How cool is that?" I laughed and she seemed to relax.

She shook her head in amazement. "Jasper will be shocked when he hears about this."

"Not as shocked as I was. I mean, I am." I muttered.

I'm going to say thank you, Edward. Thanks to you, I have a beautiful and loving fiancé, BUT... I'm never going to forgive you for destroying my favorite shoes. – A.

I rolled my eyes again, giggling.

You're welcome. And sorry, but I think you'll live.

He was teasing her and that made me laugh even more. Alice sighed pretending to be frustrated and then inevitably, she joined me.

I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship, Edward. She wrote and sent him the note, winking at me.

Well, then, happy to meet you, friend. Is Bella there?

We both laughed as my cheeks began to flush. Then her cell phone rang, telling us Jasper was already home. She said goodbye and sent Edward a note as well, we hugged and then she was gone.

I smiled as I took my previous seat beside the drawer.

So, what's new?

Nothing really. I'm still in shock. So you were in New York two years ago.

Actually not. I stayed in Forks for a couple of months more. Then I moved in with Alice, but as their relationship grew stronger, things changed. I came here and they found an apartment for themselves.

When did you move in here? In this apartment, I mean.

Four months ago, I think. Why?

That means I'm not going to live in this apartment for too long, since you told me there was another man living in here when you came. I don't get it. Why?

My heard sank at his words. He was leaving? But he didn't have reasons. Well, not yet. And I hoped never, but I knew that wasn't true. Something must have happened. I didn't want to think about it. That would only make me anxious. Maybe because we were sharing the same apartment and I really thought we were friends. He was nice to talk to and I enjoyed our conversations.

Yes, he was pushy and sometimes a tease, but that was Edward after all and I liked him. Whoa... what?

Let's not think about it. What were you doing before we disturbed you?

You didn't disturb anything. I wanted to take a shower. But now I'm too lazy and I'd rather talk to you than sleep. Today wasn't the best day of my life.

I blushed. Thank God he couldn't see me or else he would have laughed.

What happened?

I was late at one of my classes and after arguing with my student over his homework, I told him I quit. And I ended up with only half of the money.

I pictured him pouting like a five year old in my head and giggled. But he said he quit?

Are you sure that was a good idea?

Well, no, but I couldn't restrain myself. He was really pissing me off.

I laughed. Mmm, that doesn't make you a good teacher, I teased him. Might as well enjoy it.

Really? Well, I'm sorry you think so low of me.

He was sarcastic or really upset? This was the disadvantage in all this mess. I never knew his true feelings. If he was mad or upset or happy or just a tease – like usual.

What is that supposed to mean? I was only kidding, Edward.

I know, I know. Don't worry. I think it's fair to get your revenge.

I rolled my eyes, smiling. You're right. And I think it's only fair if you tell me more about you. Tell me four secrets of yours.

If you promise to tell me four of yours.

Damn it.

Ok, fine. But you first.

Well...

1. I hate boxers, don't know why, I just do. Don't laugh.

2. I've never been in love.

3. When I was a teenager, I kept a diary – unfortunately, my mom found it one day and read it. Embarrassing...

4. I have a thing for sporty cars.

Your turn now.

I was laughing while blushing – awkward combination. His mom read his diary? That really was embarrassing. Poor thing.

Ok, so...

1. When I was in high school, I kept a photo of Brad Pitt under my pillow. I thought it would bring me good luck. Don't ask why.

2. I've never been in love.

3. I always cry at Titanic, it doesn't matter how many times I've watched it before.

4. I absolutely adore The Simpsons. I think it's the greatest show ever.

I yawned loudly and struggled to keep my eyes open. I was dead on my feet and the only thing in my head right now was my bed. I wanted to stay here and talk to him, but tomorrow I had to work. And I was sure he had to work too. My clock showed almost 11 pm. When did the time pass so quickly? It felt like Alice was here only one minute ago.

I guess we both have something in common. Love doesn't seem to be our strong point in life.

I sighed, agreeing with him.

Yes, but I'm sure there is someone for you and me. You know, like 'the one'. Although I need to tell you that I've always hated these kinds of conversations. Alice bugs me about it, but I always find an excuse to stop her from poisoning my brain.

The same with Emmett. I hate him when he starts 'the talk'. But well, we both have two crazy friends.

I giggled. And we can't live without them either.

Speak for yourself.

He was laughing too. I could sense it.

I'm going to sleep, Edward. I really need some. Good night.

Sweet dreams.

You bet I will.

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