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Alice POV

It had been no trouble at all, to convince Charlie to let Bella go with my family camping. He may not like Edward, but he had no problem with Carlisle, Esme, and me.

Now that camping trip dilemma was out of the way; I had to move on to more important things, like the Valentine dance at school that was coming up.

"Bella, have you thought about how you want to dress for the Valentine dance at school? It's still a month away, but with everything considered that's not much time," I asked.

"Alice, that is a whole month away; and you are asking me, Bella Swan, if I have thought about what I want to wear to it?" she replied.

Edward just smirked at her answer. I could tell he wanted to let go of a gut busting laugh, but he held it in.

"Bella, one day you are going to be a Cullen in every form of the word, you need to start thinking about things like this," I told her.

"Ughhhh! I love you, but you drive me crazy, Alice Cullen. I don't know why you even bother asking me, when you know I'll never pick anything that lives up to your standards," she said exasperated.

"There's always hope that you will change, sister," I told her.

She just shook her head, and I left her and Edward in his room. I went and sat down in front of my laptop to shop for dresses.

Bella POV

I really don't know why Alice even bothers to ask me about stuff like that. I think she kept hoping against hope that I would suddenly get all excited about dressing up. It's just simply the fact that I didn't have a flair for fashion like Alice did. She did say something that got me thinking though.

She said that I would be a Cullen soon in every aspect of the word. I'm going to be a vampire, and I would look like them physically. I guess that I really did need to start living up to Cullen standards. I wanted to please Edward in every way possible, so I'm going to start trying harder to show more enthusiasm about what I wore. I wanted to make Edward proud to have me on his arm. I didn't want to be just plain old, boring Bella Swan anymore. I wanted to become the awesomely beautiful Bella Cullen.

Edward and I were in his room, when we heard Alice squeal.

"I love you, Bella. I knew you would see things my way one of these days," she said.

I looked at Edward who was smiling, and just rolled my eyes and shook my head. I let out a little chuckle myself; Edward's arms wrapped around me, and pulled me to him.

"Do you realize you just made her century, love?" he asked me.

"I should really appreciate the effort she goes to for me. I should be more appreciative of all of you and the efforts you all make for me. I'm sorry, I didn't realize it until now," I told him.

He smiled, pulled me tight against him, and kissed me until I was breathless. Then, he laid me back on the bed, and rolled on top of me. He kissed down the side of my jaw, down my neck to the soft spot right under my ear. I felt his tongue sweep across it, and chills ran over me.

"Edward!" I gasped.

"Yes, my lovely angel?" he replied, while letting his hands roam freely over my body, on top of my clothes.

He rolled off of me, and rolled us to our side. He hitched my leg over his hip, and ground against me. I moaned when I felt how hard he was.

"Oh God, baby, you're making me so hot," I whispered to him.

"You're so beautiful, love. You smell so good, and I want you so bad; it drives me insane, Bella," he told me.

I didn't know what had come over him; but hey, I wasn't going to complain.

"I want you too, baby. You drive me crazy with wanting you. I love how hard your body is against mine," I told him.

At the rate we were going, I was sure we were about to make love right then, but of course that was just wishful thinking on my part. After a few buttons on both of our shirts had been opened, Edward realized what we were doing; and he pulled back. I was very disappointed.

"I'm sorry, my love, but you know we just can't go that far yet. I want to; and you know I do, but we need to wait," he said.

"I know and I understand; it's just you get me so worked up, and then leave me hanging," I replied.

He kissed me tenderly then, and rested his forehead on mine.

"Very soon, love, I will make love to you," he said softly.

We got up; and went downstairs after that, so we wouldn't be further tempted to continue what we had started.

Edward POV

Damn, I hated pulling back from Bella just when things were getting heated, but I had to. I just couldn't go all the way yet; even though, I was feeling like I would spontaneously combust from the heat and lust I felt flowing between us. It's true; I had let down some of my boundaries, and it seemed to have had a positive effect on Bella and on our relationship.

I have always been proud of being able to call Bella mine. I thought she always looked gorgeous in whatever she wore, but I was really happy to know she had decided to be more accepting of all of our efforts to treat her like the special person that she is. She will never know how happy she had made both Alice and me. I couldn't wait to see what Alice came up with for the dance.

Alice POV

Bella had made me so happy; I loved my sister so much. She's going to look so beautiful for the dance. Edward wasn't going to know what hit him. If all went accordingly to my visions, Bella's going to get her wish really soon.

Esme POV

I was glad that we were able to arrange it so that Bella could come with us on our trip. I know it's a bit dangerous; but Alice saw everything turning out alright, and I trusted her.

I truly understood how it felt to be left behind by the one who owned your heart. I remembered all the years that I pined away in my heart for Carlisle before we were reunited.

I knew it would take awhile, before Bella and Edward would be able to withstand being apart for even the smallest amount of time. I watched Bella and Edward together, and I saw so much of Carlisle and me in them. I had glanced over at them while they watched a movie, and I was working on some new designs. It was easy to see how happy they were.

Soon the movie was over, and it was time for Edward to take Bella home.

"You got everything you need, love?" Edward asked.

"I think so, just let me check real quickly," she replied.

She went over by the door, picked up her book bag, and looked in it.

"I'm all set, babe," she said with a smile at Edward.

"Alright, well we had better go. I don't want your dad on your case for being late," he replied.

Bella came, and hugged me; and said a quiet goodnight to everyone, and then she and Edward were gone. Tomorrow was a school day, and she needed her rest.

Mike POV

Today was going to be the day that Bella said yes to me. I just knew it, I thought, as I made my way to school. She couldn't possibly turn me down again.

I pulled up in the school parking lot, got out, and walked over to where everyone was currently standing. The Cullens and Bella, I noticed weren't there yet; although, they usually were some of the last ones that arrived at school. I guessed they liked making a big entrance every day or something. Especially Edward Cullen, I didn't know why he had to make a big show of helping Bella in and out of his car, toting her book bag, and all the other stuff he did for her.

It made all the other girls in school think all the boys should do that stuff for them. I'm sorry but what century did we live in again? I hated him with his perfect looks and smooth moves and money that have all the females panting after him.

I spoke of the devil, and he appeared. I watched as he walked around to Bella's door, and opened it. I was about to look away when I saw a flash of creamy leg appear, then another. Then, he helped Bella stand up. Fuck me! Bella looked so hott!

She's wearing a really short mini skirt. It looked like it was made of cotton, and came only to mid-thigh. She was wearing high heels. Her shirt, when she turned around facing me, nearly put me on my knees. I had never seen her look hotter. The shirt was tight fitting and was really low cut, and a hint of cleavage was showing. Fuuuuuuuuuuck!

Edward POV

I was knocked for a loop, when I picked Bella up this morning for school. When she came out of the house dressed in a skirt and heels, I was instantly standing at attention. It took everything in me not to drop us both into my back seat, and take her right then.

All the way to school, I kept looking at the expanse of creamy leg showing. I was wondering if I could get away with sliding my hand under her skirt and copping a feel. The smooth skin of her cleavage that was showing under her top wasn't helping either. I was surprised I was able to not let her hear how hard I was panting. Today was going to be one hell of a day. I could already see that not only was I going to have trouble controlling my own lust, but I could just imagine what the male population of Forks High school was going to be like; Mike Newton to be specific.

When we got to school and Bella was out of the car, I was immediately assaulted with the thoughts of our peers.

Is that Bella Swan? Is she really wearing a skirt and heels? She looks like she's decided to join the Alice and Rosalie fashion club. Damn, I'm so jealous because that should be me - Jessica

Damn, I just want to fuck the hell out of her. If only she wasn't with Cullen. Lucky, mother fucking bastard - Mike

Bella! Oh my gosh, she looks so good. Finally, she's gained some confidence in herself. I'm so glad. I was so worried about her before. It's good to see her embracing life. She and Edward make such a great couple - Angela

Out of all the thoughts I heard, Angela's brought a smile to my face. She was a true friend to Bella. I wanted to do something nice for her to repay her for all she had done. I thought a moment; I was going to get Alice to take her shopping with she and Bella, when they went shopping for the dance. Angela deserved to be treated like the princess she was. As a matter of fact all of my girls did. I was going to tell Alice later today to pay for everything they bought out of my personal account.

"Awww, that's so sweet of you, thank you, Edward. It's no wonder you are my favorite brother," Alice thought.

I nodded letting her know I had heard her. I was still hearing unfavorable thoughts coming from the peanut gallery across the lot, and it was really starting to get under my skin.

"Come, love, let's be getting inside, the bell is about to ring," I told Bella as I turned her toward the door of the school.

"Yeah, I might need the extra minute or so until I get used to walking in these shoes," she replied back.

I couldn't help but smile, but my mind was definitely in the gutter picturing Bella on the hood of my Aston Martin with her legs wrapped around me, and the heels of her shoes grazing me as I fucked her silly.

I had to shake my head clear of those thoughts. They would get me into deep trouble. Bella and I walked to our lockers; and gathered what we needed for our first couple of classes, then went to home room.

The teacher was late coming in so it gave the students time to converse amongst themselves. Bella and I were in our seats. Angela came over to talk.

"Hey Bella, hey Edward," she said with a smile.

"Hey Ang, what's up?" Bella replied.

"Nothing much, I just wanted to tell you how great you look. I love the outfit," Angela said.

"Thanks, it's different but nice. It'll take some getting used to, but I'll get there," Bella said with a smile and a blush creeping over her skin.

"She certainly will, and you're going to be seeing a whole new Bella Swan emerging with my help over the next few weeks," Alice chimed in.

"That sounds great, Bella. I wish I had sisters to help me like that," Angela said wistfully.

"No worries, Angela. I love doing make-overs; you can go with Bella and me when we go dress shopping for the dance. The three of us will make a day of it," Alice said.

"Really, you'd do that for me, Alice? Bella, you wouldn't object to me tagging along?" Angela asked.

"Of course, I will do that for you, Angela. You're a really good friend and friends help each other," Alice answered.

"Please, Ang, of course I wouldn't mind you tagging along. Besides if you're along, I will get a break from the shopping fairy. She'll have to divide her attention between the two of us," Bella answered smiling.

Alice giggled knowing Bella meant what she said in jest.

Bella POV

The day had started off good; and seemed to be going smooth all day long, that was until P.E. came along.

That was the one class that I didn't have with any of the Cullens. I hated it. Not only was I not very coordinated, I had to put up with Mike drooling and panting all over me; and Edward wasn't there to stop him. Grr!

"Hey Bella," Mike said taking a seat on the bleachers next to me.

Coach Clapp had gotten a phone call right as class was about to start, so everyone was just chilling out until he came back.

"Hello Mike," I said exasperated.

I had a knowing feeling this was going to be one of those million times he was going to ask me out.

"What's up?" he asked trying to be casual and make conversation.

"Nothing, Mike, I am just waiting on class to start. The sooner it starts the sooner it will be over," I said.

"Oh yeah, I guess, I can understand why you don't like it," he told me flashing me a smile.

Oh brother, would he ever just get a hint and go away?

"Yeah, I hate this class with a passion," I told him rolling my eyes.

"Well, I think I have just the thing to cheer you up, take your mind off of it, and give you something pleasant to think about," he said.

Yep, here it comes, the most dreaded question of all my days. The same question I have answered a million times with the same answer every time. Mike never seemed to get it. I was never going to go out with him.

"You uh… you know the dance… the V-Day dance is coming up next month right? Well I was just wondering if you already had a date or if maybe you and I could… you know go together?" he asked looking hopeful.

I let my face fall into my hands and stay there for a minute, and then I looked at him with my harshest glare.

"What's wrong, Bella? You look angry all of a sudden. You know we could be good together, right? I could treat you as good as Cullen does, maybe better even," he said.

He was really getting on my nerves now. He was making me want to slap him silly. I wouldn't have to hit him too hard.

"Mike, when are you going to get it? I do not want to date you. I do not want to go out with you. I am in a fully committed relationship with Edward. I love him, and I'm always going to be in love with him. Stop asking me out; you're wasting your time and my time, and you are annoying me and Edward!" I yelled, causing everyone to stop what they were doing as they looked at us.

"Attention people, attention please, Coach Clapp has had to leave for the day; and since you are in your last class of the day, this will count as an extra free period. You can dress back in, and go to the library or sign yourselves out and leave for the day," Mrs. Cope announced.

Thank God, I got up and went to the locker room and redressed; then went to my locker, got my books I would need for the night, and went to Edward's car.

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