Hey! New update! Sorry, I haven't been on in what, like...2-3 weeks? I was stuck on this chapter for so long, trying out different scenarios, it was a fiasco, and frankly, I was in a writer's block. But now, I have figured out what I wanted and here it is! I hope it works out and I didn't fret for no reason. Thanks cheerleading847 for your review, it was really helpful and I do see where you are coming from. I do read all comments and I appreciate every single one. I kinda figured I was just re-telling of Twilight from another's perspective, but I do have plans on where I am taking this story, it's just a matter of getting there. And believe me when I say this, I am putting my own twist to it, but it's coming in small bits and I will start making it in bigger bits. You will just have to see, it will get there. Bella will still have her plot and everthing, but I will include my own style to it. I just hope it doesn't fail because I really like where I am heading. Anyways, thank you for pointing that out, I definately will be straying away from the whole re-telling part. Now, onto the chapter!

Dresses

A little girl, around the age of 6, was standing, back firmly against a tree. Her heart was racing and her eyes darted around. She slowly peaked around the tree. A tire dangles from a rope on the tree she hid behind. She saw a slide on the other side of the yard. A house just beyond the slide. The yard was huge.

Her eyes searched the yard and found nothing but the slide, a beach ball, and some small toys.

She quietly turned away and gasped. A small hand touched her shoulder and a boy shouted "Tag, you're it!" and ran off.

The girl laughed and chased after the boy who was giggling at his victory. He was fast, so was she. They both ran around the yard, laughing. After a few seconds have passed, the boy looked back and saw the girl missing. He was confused and stopped running. The boy stared in the same direction for just a second before a small figure jumped at him and called victory.

They both laughed and continued playing their game of tag.

"Alright now, children. Play time is over." They whined as the woman approached them. "Now, now, Nikita. Embry has to go home. His mother wants him home for dinner." The woman said gently. Nikita pouted, but accepted the fact.

The kids hugged and said their goodbyes, planning their next visit.

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"It's okay, Angela. You got this."

Angela Webber, my best friend since day one, was finally going to ask Eric to prom. She seemed a little nervous, but her posture and attitude seemed to be strong. We stood by the lockers, a few feet away from where Eric stood talking with some random student. Most of the students were outside enjoying the sun and I can't wait to get out there myself.

I stared into Angela's eyes and said, "I will be right here. If you need help, just give me a sign."

"Yes, Kita. I will let you know." Angela nodded and smiled at my antics, giving me a small hug before running off towards Eric. Angela gave me that nickname, and I actually like it. I had a huge smile on my face as I watched her. She glanced at me with a thumbs up before tapping Eric on the shoulder. He turned towards her and I could see a smile spread across his face as they greet each other.

I knew Angela had it in her to keep strong and confident. I didn't have any doubt about her. I saw them exchange a few words; Angela had the biggest grin on her face as she hugged Eric. They both seemed really happy and I couldn't help but smile at them.

Angela looked over towards me and pointed at Eric, indicating that he had said yes. I was very happy for her.

When her and Eric had seperated from their hug, they parted ways and Angela came running at me. I was prepared when Angela smashed into me with a hug, pulled away, and started dragging me towards the doors leading outside.

We spotted Jessica and Bella sitting at a table, talking.

Angela dragged me along, although I could very well just follow her. She let go as we were close to the girls and jumped on them. I laughed a little as I joined in.

"I'm going to Prom with Eric! I just asked him, I took control!" Angela hugged Bella. "Are you sure you have to go out of town?"

Bella's excuse was "It was a family thing.", but I knew the real reason why. She was lying because she doesn't like Prom or anything that gives her attention. In this case, Bella doesn't dance and therefore, wishes to not attent Prom.

"Oh my God, we need to hit the stores in Port Angeles before the dresses get cleaned out." Jessica as if it were the end of the world. I understood her, though. It was probably just a bit over dramatic of her, but I do see why she would want a new dress. It was a girls dream to go to Prom and have the night of her life, and what's a good Prom night without a dress? It doesn't have to be the most expensive one, but maybe a nice dress at a reasonable price. It couldn't hurt to want to look nice while having fun.

I wouldn't mind going with them. I could check out some of the other stores as well. "Can I join? I could really add a little glamour to my closet." I jested. "Bella, why don't you join us?" I asked, hoping to get her to come with us.

Bella glared at me, then she seemed to be contemplating something, and she looked like she had settled on a decision. "Yeah, actually. I think I will." I grinned and was actually kind of shocked, but I hid that feeling.

"Thank God. We need your opinion. Both of you." Angela said with a mix of excitement and pure joy. I smiled at her and put my arm over her shoulder in a half hug.

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I was in the middle of trying to zip up the dress when I heard a knock on the wall. There was no door, it was a curtain, so we knocked on the wall instead. "Hey, Kita. Are you alright in there?" I heard the concerned voice of Angela.

"Yeah." I was still attempting to zip up the dress; I really needed help with this darn zipper. "Actually, could you help me?" I held up my dress so it wouldn't fall as Angela came in. "Sure thing." Angela zipped up my dress with no problem and I thanked her.

"No problem, Kita. That dress looks amazing on you." I blushed when she complimented me. The dress I picked out to try on is a midnight blue, strapless dress. The skirt of the dress is long and reaches the floor. It has a nice flow and I could move my legs around comfortably. There is a belt that divides the skirt of the dress from the top. The back of the dress showed a bit of my back, but not too low to where it was inappropriate. The top of the dress has small matching blue crystals. It really is a beautiful dress.

"You look amazing, too, Angie." She smiled and blushed a little. "Come on, let's go show Bella and Jess." Angela said, pulling me out of the dressing room. We headed over where Jessica was standing. Bella was sitting by the window, her legs creating an upside down 'v', and staring at a peice of paper.

"Oh my God, Nikita! You look amazing!" Jessica smiled and I think she was actually being genuine. I blushed again. "Thank you. Your dress complements you very well, Jess." She smiled at that. It's the first time I used her nickname. I hope we could become friends, I mean, we never really talked. She seemed to not like me, but I think she was only jealous because of Mike. She doesn't have to worry about that, though. I don't like Mike that way.

I could see Jessica and I becoming friends. She may be a little out of my leauge as a friend, but she really isn't that bad of a person. I learned more about her from Angela. Jessica may seem over dramatic and gossipy, but underneath it all, she really has a heart. Angela told me she has worked in charity and I couldn't believe it at first. I did talk a few times with her, but they were short and never really about her.

I am figuring out a lot about everyone. Mike, Tyler, Eric, Jessica, Angela, and even Bella. Mike, once you actually get to know him, isn't such a bad person. He may seem like he dates just about every girl in school, but in reality, he was just too shy to ask Jessica out. Don't ask how I figured that out, I just happened to be at the wrong place at the wrong time.

Tyler, he is very sports-oriented. He's also very smart and is at the top of all his classes. I wouldn't put it passed him to juggle four balls and do his math homework at the same time. I know, that's a bit much, but you never know!

Eric, well, he's a funny guy and overall, sweet. He does preceive himself as a "ladies man", but he's just very confident in himself. He wouldn't take an inappropriate move until the girl actually returns his feelings. I know, don't get me wrong, he does verbally use words on girls, but he never, physically, does anything. He's harmless and sweet.

All of us girls have one thing in common with each other: the love of animals. Technically, we each have our prefrences. I love all animals. It's the truth; even the little critters. Jessica loves cats and dogs. She freaks out when a mouse is in sight. I, on the other hand, pick it up. I would know if it were dangerous to pick up, because I have my senses. What do I mean by dangerous? Diseases, rabies, that kind of stuff.

Angela is not too afraid of them, but she still freaks out a bit. She does calm down once she realizes they aren't dangerous and pets them. Bella is just like me, she won't freak out with them, and instead, picks them up. Though, Bella tends to be off in her own mind to really pay much attention nowadays.

I felt like I was being watched. I've peaked out the window several times, but found nothing. Angela has asked me if I was okay and I said I was fine. But truthfully, I was a little creeped. I've been feeling like I was being watched for a while now. Constantly.

Even at home, or even school. I always feel eyes on me. I don't know whether it's dangerous or not. My senses...well, how to put would be like a static screen flickering. You could see the picture, but it keeps fading back out. Well, my senses fell like it senses danger, but doesn't at the same time. It's like that flickering screen. You see what's happening, then you don't.

My thoughts were interuputed. "I think this halter makes my boobs look big. What do you think, Bella?" Jessica asked right as a group of rowdy boys pass by, two of them knocking on the window of the boutique. They looked at us, making whistling noises, laughed, then ran off.

I shook my head in disgust. Jessica turns back to Bella, clearly embarrassed from the boys.

"Bella?"

"It looks great." Bella said, absently.

"You said that about the last five dresses."

"You're not very good at this, are you?" Angela asked, empathetically.

I looked at Bella in concern. She's been acting weird lately. "Bella, are you okay?" I asked her.

"Yeah, I'm fine. Maybe I should just go check out the book store and meet you at the restaurant later."

"You sure?" Angela asked and Bella nodded. She stood up and was about to head out, but I stopped her. I didn't feel right letting her go alone. "Wait, Bella. Maybe I should go with you. I don't feel safe letting you go alone. I will go take this dress off and be right back."

I was about to the dressing room when Bella stopped me. She shook her head and said, "It's fine, Niko."

"Okay, well, be careful then. Stay safe." She nodded and headed out the door.

I turned back and saw Jessica look in the mirror. "She was right about the halter, though. It does look great."

I was worried something bad was going to happen to Bella. But, I have to trust her. She could take care of herself; she's fine. I tried telling myself.

"That dress really does look good on you." Angela said. "You should get it."

This dress is beautiful and it is comfortable. I might just buy it. "How much is this dress?" I asked.

"I don't know. Let me see the tag." Angela grabbed the tag and her eyes went wide. I freaked out and said, "what?! Angela, tell me how much this dress cost?!"

She hesitated, but said "It's nine-hundred and fifty."

My eyes went wide. "I can't afford that! I will just have to try a different dress. And check the price beforehand." I was a little disappointed when I couldn't get the dress I wanted.

I left the the shop with a short, simple, peach colored dress that was at a reasonable price. The dress was cute and would work out just fine.

I really hoped Bella was okay. She wasn't at the restaurant when we got there. Maybe she got caught up at the book store. At least I hoped she did. I couldn't imagine what could have happened to her.

Well that's it. I hope you all liked it. Did I do okay describing the dress for you all? I know what your thinking. Why would you describe a dress that she doesn't even buy? Well that dress is important to the story line. You will find out why eventually. Some of you may know what will happen, some don't. That's okay. It's all a part of the mystery. And why does Nikita constantly feel like she's beng watched? We'll find that out eventually as well. Let me know what you all thought. Please review, it helps, and have a wonderful day/night.