Hey guys, thanks for reviewing. I found some more spare time on my holiday to write so here is another chapter. I hope you like it and I am really trying to get the sneak peeks written and sent out but I feel that this is my top priority at the moment and hopefully you are all happy with these updates and continue to be patient. Thank you to everyone for being such wonderful readers and reviewers and please continue! Also I got a review from Machecca95 who asked why Bella had so much money, it got me thinking that I hadn't really explained that and BANG this chapter popped into my head so thank you to Machecca95 you are a genius! Remember to review, Dannielle xoxo
[DISCLAIMER/COPYRIGHT: I do not own any of the existing characters or storylines in Home and Away but any characters, storylines or ideas used in this story are strictly copyrighted and are not to be used by any other person/s without written permission of the author of this story. Thank-you.]
BELLA POV
I pulled into the driveway and looked over at Cooper who was nervously fiddling with his hands, I reached over and placed my hand over the top, stopping them. He looked up at me and smiled "she isn't that scary" I whispered and he laughed "I know you're scarier" he said and I gently tapped his hands and pretended to look hurt. He leaned over and placed his hand on my cheek before kissing me softly but intensely. I pulled back and looked at him "what was that for?" I asked softly and he took my hand and squeezed it "for being the best girlfriend ever" he said and I rolled my eyes before we got out of the car and headed up to the door.
I saw Morag sitting at the table, a coffee mug in her hand and Charlie and Brax nervously looking at us. I smiled warmly "hey guys" I said and they both relaxed slightly "Hi Belle, Cooper" Brax said standing up and kissing my cheek before pulling Cooper into a handshake/hug. I pulled up a seat and Cooper sat beside me as I finally looked over to Morag and nodded. "so I hear you've gotten yourself into some trouble Mr Harding?" Morag said and Cooper nodded timidly "that I have" he half whispered "well I am going to sort it out for you" she said and Cooper's face broke into a relieved smile.
HEATH POV
I was sitting out the back on the deck, a beer in my hand and I was staring out over the back garden "Heath?" I heard Bianca call "Heath" she said a little louder snapping me out of my trance "yeah" I called and she soon appeared in the doorway "what are you doing out here?" she asked moving to sit in the chair beside me "nothing, just thinking" I replied taking a swig of my beer "are you alright?" she asked and I nodded lightly "well that's bullshit" she said and I looked at her "what?" I asked and she shook her head "I know you and I know that you're lying" she answered and I let out a light laugh "I'm just confused about how Cooper got blamed for all this" I said honestly and she nodded "I know but it is her word against his and she is the victim" she said looking away and I cursed myself under my breath "hey I'm sorry, I totally forgot about…. You know" I trailed off "no it's fine" she said looking back at me and placing her hand over mine "you sure you're alright?" I asked and she nodded "sure" she said as we heard one of the twins start to cry "I'll get it" I said moving to the door "no I will" Bianca said standing up and hurrying inside. I sighed and shook my head as I sat back in the chair and finishing my beer.
BELLA POV
The meeting with Morag had gone well and we were not sitting on the couch in Cooper's apartment. I was curled up, tucked under his arms while we watched a movie. I could feel Cooper's heart beating faster and faster, I looked up to see him staring out the window, emotionless. I sat up and he snapped out of his trance "what's wrong?" I asked and he shook his head not saying a word "Cooper what is wrong?" I asked again and he sighed "I was thinking maybe we should take a break" he said quietly and I felt my stomach drop a thousand floors "what" I asked stunned "I think we should take a break" he repeated and I struggled to hold back the tears "you're breaking up with me?" I asked my voice breaking "well considering everything it's probably the best thing" he said and I continued to sit stunned, not knowing what to say or do so I did the first thing I could think of, I stood up and left as fast as I could.
I sat on my bed, thinking. I had no idea where any of this had come from, just hours ago we were fine. We laughed together, talked, joked and had fun. I just couldn't understand why he didn't what to be together any more. My thoughts were interrupted by my phone ringing, I looked at the called ID and frowned slightly, Logan's name popped across the screen and I pressed answer "Logan?" I asked "Hey Bella, long time to see" he said and I laughed lightly "what's up?" I asked "well I am in town for a few days so I was wondering if you wanted to catch up?" he asked and I stayed silent for a few moments "Bella?" Logan asked and I snapped out of my thoughts "ah yeah, I'm still here" I said "oh good, um I mean if you already have plans with Cooper then that's cool, maybe we can catch up some other time" he said quickly and I cringed at them mention of Cooper's name "ah no, that's sounds good. Shall we say Angelo's in half an hour?" I asked and Logan responded almost immediately "sure, sounds great. See you then" he said and I hung up 'am I doing the right thing?' I asked myself. I quickly shook off the thoughts and climbed off the bed to get ready.
I walked into Angelo's a short time later and instantly spotted Logan. I had changed into a yellow short thin strapped dress with a pair of ivory heels and a matching clutch. I smiled politely as I sat beside Logan "hi" I said and he smiled widely "hey, you look great" he said and I nodded in thanks but it didn't feel the same as when I was with Cooper. I pushed all thoughts of him aside and tried to enjoy the night with Logan. The night flew by in a slightly boring breeze as I listened to Logan brag on about himself. Sure he was nice and cute but he really like to talk about himself a lot. I pretended to listen and nodded at appropriate times, the whole while I couldn't keep my mind off Cooper. We had somehow ended up on the balcony and I had my third martini in my hand. I hadn't had any alcohol in almost 2 years and it all flew out the window in one night, I looked at Logan who was smiling at me "what?" I asked and he shook his head "nothing it's just Cooper doesn't know how lucky he is to have you" he said and I looked away "Cooper broke up with me" I said looking back at his stunned but happy face "when?" he asked "tonight" I said looking away but still catching his grin. I rolled my eyes when suddenly I felt his lips on mine. I was stunned but I knew that this wasn't what I wanted, there was no spark between us, when he kissed me it felt more cold and distant than when Cooper kissed me, it felt hot and exciting, it sent tingles through me and I knew Cooper was the one I wanted to be kissing now not Logan.
I quickly pulled back and put my drink on the table "oh come on you know there is something between us" he said holding his hands out "no there isn't, I'm in love with Cooper" I said shaking my head and grabbing my purse "where are you going?" he asked "where I should have been all along" I said running out of the restaurant.
What did you think? I didn't want a major big fight between Bella and Cooper so I went with this. I hope you like it, I got it out as quickly as I could so I if there are mistakes then that is why. Please review everyone and I will try and get another chapter up soon. Review, Dannielle xoxo