Chapter Five
Bella
Jake was there to meet me out of school for the rest of the week although I had no idea how he managed it without getting into trouble for skipping lessons. At first I thought nothing of it, to see him standing leaning against my truck, with a big smile lighting up his face when he spied me. It wasn't until Thursday that the penny dropped, and that was due To Angela. "Jake keeping an eye on you is he?" She asked in history. I turned to her confused, "Keeping an eye on me? She smiled "Well yeah, I guess he doesn't want you to get any friendlier with the Cullens. She was right of course so I decided on a way to test him.
We had English last class of the day and I knew Emmett and Jasper were in the room next to ours so when we got out of class I got into conversation with Emmett. That was never difficult as he was always happy to chat. Jasper walked quietly behind us but I could feel his eyes on my back. As we walked out in to the car park I saw Jake. His smile froze and was replaced by a murderous glare. Emmett seemed oblivious but I could have sworn I heard a low chuckle from behind, where Jasper still walked. I said Bye and walked over to my truck. Jake was still watching the Cullen boys as they made their way to an enormous truck that could only belong to Emmett and sure enough he climbed in the driver's seat while Jasper leaned against the back, obviously waiting for the Cullen girls to show.
I opened the driver's door and gave Jake a shove, "You coming?" I asked as I slammed my door shut. He came round and got in the cab without speaking and I made my way round the car park to go out. I had to pass Emmett's truck and he put a hand up while Jasper nodded in farewell. I was smirking inwardly as I saw Jake's fist clench. "So, time off again?" I asked him as we headed for my place. He turned and I was surprised to see how much anger was etched on his face.
"Why were you with them?" He snapped. "We walked out of school together. Jeez Jake chill out". The rest of the journey was made in silence but I knew it was just the calm before the storm. As I pulled up I turned to him, "Are you coming in?" He got out without looking at me and stomped up the steps to the front door. I picked up my books with a sigh and followed him unlocking the door and walking through to the kitchen for a soda. "Want one?" I asked as I opened the fridge. I was unprepared for Jake's next move. He slammed the fridge door closed before I'd got my hand clear and I screamed as I felt a crunch.
He wrenched the door back open full of apologies. "Damn it Jake, I think you broke my wrist. What is the matter with you?" He looked at my wrist, and seeing it start to turn blue, cursed and mumbled something about taking me to the hospital. It was throbbing now so I guessed he was probably right but I didn't need this. I had a ton of homework and Charlie's tea to prepare. Jake drove me to the emergency room and went to ring Charlie while I waited to be seen.
My name was called while he was still out so I went through to a treatment room. The Doctor had his back to me as I came in but spoke, "Isabella Swan? "Bella" I corrected. "Ah Bella. And Chief Swan is your father". "Yes" I said, sitting in the patients chair and looking around. When he turned I thought I'd been transported to a TV hospital series. I'd never seen a Doctor in a real hospital this gorgeous looking. "Hello Bella I'm" he started, "Dr Cullen" I burst out. He smiled "Yes. I don't think we've met before though". I shook my head embarrassed. "No, but my school friends told me you worked here". He lifted an eyebrow, "Well. I guess you've met my foster children". I nodded, "Yes, it's a small school". He laughed, "Compared to Phoenix I'm sure it is".
He picked up my arm and his touch was cold, very much like Emmett's had been at the concert. I looked at him more closely. He had the same golden eyes as the others and his skin was pale, but his face was so beautiful and he smelled wonderful. I heard him clear his throat and knew I'd been staring. "Oh, I'm so sorry. I was day dreaming". He smiled "Well, you need an X-ray and then we'll see what needs doing". "It's fractured" I told him and he cocked his head inquiringly. "Oh sorry Doctor Cullen. It's just that I've done it before and I know the sound". "Oh well, if you don't mind I'd still like to X-ray it". I was such an idiot and I couldn't believe what I'd said to him, a doctor.
As I went through for an X-ray Jake came back. "I rang Charlie and he'll be over as soon as he can". I saw him stiffen as Dr Cullen passed us. "I can't stay Bella. Ring me when you get home". He was going to leave me here? I could hardly believe it but he was already out the doors. I had the X-ray then Dr Cullen came back. "Just as you said Bella, it's fractured so I think it needs immobilizing. I'm getting the nurse to plaster it for you. Was that your boyfriend I just saw?" I shrugged, "Not any more". He smiled, "Well if Chief Swan isn't here when you're ready to go I'll ask my son to drop you off. Would that be acceptable?" I nodded, anything to get away from the hospital.
It wasn't until he'd gone that I wondered which son? Not Edward please. He'd probably tie me to the back and drag me. That way he wouldn't have to look at me. When the nurse had finished, and that included a lecture on looking what you are doing, I went to sit back in reception. I was so relieved when Emmett came through from the doctor's room. "Hey Bella. Need a ride?" I nodded, "Thanks Emmett". He grinned, "No problem. I just have to swing by the elementary school to pick up Jazz". I looked at him confused "Do you have a brother at the elementary school?" He laughed loudly causing everyone in the reception area turn and look. "You'll see" he said mysteriously and put his arm round my shoulder to cross the car park. Once sure I was strapped in to his monster machine he set off, going a little fast for comfort, still chuckling at what I'd said.
When we got to the school I realized my mistake, of course, Jasper, Jazz, what a dummy! "You could have told me Emmett I complained knowing that I would regret my blunder. As we pulled up Jasper looked at me surprised. He swung in beside me throwing a sports bag over the back. "Hello Bella". Then he saw my wrist, "Ouch. What happened to you?" Before I could explain, Emmett started. "How did classes go Jazz? Good to see you in long trousers at last". Jasper looked at him then turned to me, "I apologise for my brother, his brain only works occasionally while his mouth is always on the go".I had to laugh at this before explaining what I'd said. Then he explained that he helped with after school sports at the Elementary school once a week.
As we drove I got the feeling that the two of them were communicating in some way. I noticed Emmett look over to his brother and shrug. Sitting so close to the two brothers I found myself becoming intoxicated by a wonderful spicy musky smell. My shoulder touched Jaspers sometimes and whenever it did I felt a tingle. I was very aware of him and it was with a mixture of relief and disappointment that I realized we'd pulled up outside Charlie's. "Hey Bells, you need a ride in the morning?" It was Emmett, and I accepted his offer with relief. It was preferable to the cruiser although I knew Jake was going to have a major fit. Jasper got out and carried my books to the door, taking my key and unlocking the door for me before handing the key back with a smile and "Bye Bella. Hope the wrist isn't too painful tonight". I watched as he walked back to the truck. As they drove away both of them put an arm out of the window in farewell. I watched until they turned the corner before walking in.