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This chapter clarifies the last chapter.

Chapter 6

"All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream." ― Edgar Allan Poe

No Edward, no!

I wake up in the middle of the night; my heart is pounding too fast. I'm covered in sweat, my face is full of tears. I haven't had a nightmare since a long time ago. I stand up and go to my bathroom to clean myself.

Now that I'm clean I realized it's five o'clock; I don't feel tired anymore so I decide to lay down on my bed. I have a lot to think of. First, why was I crying while I was dreaming? I've just met Edward, he's not important to me, is he? I have to admit that he's handsome; who am I trying to kid? He's more than handsome, he is the vivid image of a runway model. He reminds me of ancient gods, I haven't seen his naked body; but he still managed to show a great body under all those layers of clothes. I have to stop thinking about him, he's just being friendly because he's new. He will never want to be more than friends with me. I'm sure that Rosalie has already targeted him as her prey. Poor Edward, he doesn't stand a chance against Rosalie, she's a vixen; all the boys at school drool for her. I can picture them holding hands and everybody stopping to set eyes on the two most beautiful students of Forks High school.

It's almost time to get ready for school, so I start looking what I'm going to wear today. I can't help thinking about the dream I've just had; and as if some joke of destiny I find the sky-blue shirt that I was wearing in my dream. I match the shirt with some jeans; the bruises are still present, but they are barely visible. I apply make-up again and comb my hair to one side, it hangs loosely on my chest. I look presentable but I still think that wearing make-up is a waste of time.

I go downstairs and head to the kitchen. Mom has left an empty bowl for me on the kitchen island, I guess I'm having cereal for breakfast. Charlie is not in the house, he had to leave to attend a conference in Seattle.

I have Calculus on the first period. I don't really like that class because it's too complicated. Mrs. Smith is not good giving explanations and you can't really make any questions; she'll stare at you making you feel dumb for not understanding. I have to study a lot for the exam, I need to get an "A" to graduate with honors. Thinking about graduation makes me excited; I can't wait to go to university, though I haven't heard from any university yet. I'm applying for a scholarship because we can't afford it.

To my surprise and delight, Edward Cullen is in Calculus too. Why can't I stop grinning as an idiot? Edward smirks and waves his hand; he's waiting for Mrs. Smith's introduction.

Mrs. Smith introduced Edward and she seemed affected by his charm. I guess there's not an age limit to resist him. Edward sits behind me. I wish Mike switch places with him; I'll try to convince him somehow.

The bell rings and I sigh with relief because it was my turn to pass to the board. Mike and I go out of the class and head to the Gym. PE is not my favorite class; I only like it when we have to swim. I tried to look for Edward but he's nowhere to be seen.

Time seems to fly by, maybe because we're seniors and have a lot of things to do; especially because Mr. Greene –the Principal– wants everybody to agree with all senior year traditions. Instead of leaving at three o'clock we have to meet every now and then in the auditorium to plan the prom, the class's yearbook. Today is one of those days. Mike is in the prom committee along with Jessica. Eric, Angela and I are part of the yearbook commission. I don't have an active role, I just joined because I needed the extra credit.

We're a small group in comparison to other schools. There are one hundred and twenty senior students. Rosalie Hale is the class president; if you're a cheerleader, captain of the debate team you are meant to be popular and add impressive genes to the mix and you'll have the recipe to success. There was not a single girl in school that didn't envy Rosalie; she is the incarnation of a Barbie doll. Blond hair, blue eyes, pink cheeks and a statuesque body. Rosalie's brother, Jasper is very attractive too, but he is more reserved than Rosalie. They are very fortunate, their father owns a multinational company; they don't have to worry about getting scholarships.

The meeting is about to start and I can't see Edward, maybe he is lost so I send him a message asking him if he knew about the senior year meeting that was about to start in the auditorium. My cell phone rings in response: I'm already there, thank you. I look around and I can't see him.

Mr. Greene started the meeting congratulating the school board and the different committees and commissions for their hard work. Then he handed the mic to Rosalie, who started talking about the prom.

Thirty minutes later and the meeting is over. Mike, Jess, Eric and Angela asked me to join them to the theater. We were walking toward the parking lot when I saw Edward and Rosalie talking, they looked perfect together. They were talking and laughing. Rosalie was touching Edward's arm and shoulder, Edward seemed to enjoy it. As we walked by them, Edward caught sight of me and left Rosalie alone. She wasn't happy; she was looking at me with rage in her eyes. Angela and Jess pushed me towards Edward. I stumbled and Edward caught me. I am blushing.

"Thank you for catching me."

"Don't worry. It's a pleasure to help you."

"Thank you, so how was your day?" I could feel Rosalie's piercing glance at my back.

"It was alright. Except for the fact that I couldn't sit next to you, that was a bummer." He wanted to sit down next to me. I feel all the blood in my body running towards my cheeks. Edward seems to notice it because he is grinning. I didn't reply to that, so he continues "So, is the guy in Calculus your boyfriend?" I knew that Mike had feelings for me in the past, but sometimes he still looks at me with wanton in his eyes.

"Oh, Mike? No, we're just friends. He has a girlfriend"

"Oh, ok. Then maybe I can convince him to switch places with me" I guess I am not the only one who wants that to happen, but I can't let him know about my feelings.

"What makes you think I want you to sit with me?" Maybe I am being too harsh. Edward seems disappointed.

"I thought you'd like some help in class, I'm good at Calculus." That was an offer I couldn't resist.

"Oh well, if you put it like that. I guess we could talk to Mike. I need to get an A."

"Not a problem. We could even get an A+" I wonder if he is being serious or just being cocky, then he adds "Do you have any plans for today?"

"Some friends are talking about going to the movies. I'm not sure what movie they want to see."

"That sounds good, can I join you?" That would be interesting, finally I'll use the offer two tickets for the price of one.

"Sure. Then we'll save fifty percent."

"Even better." I couldn't help but notice people staring at us, they have a look of disbelief in their eyes. "When are you leaving?"

"We're going there right now."

"Right now?" Edward sounds disappointed.

"Yes. Is there a problem?" No, please, no. I really want to go out with him.

"Sort of. I have to give my sister a ride home."

"Oh, I see." Right on cue, a girl with a pixie haircut and blue eyes covers Edward's eyes with her hands. Edward seems to be used to this game.

"Alice, I know it's you." She is enjoying herself, giggling in silence.

After some minutes, Edward is starting to lose his temper. "Alice!" he yells and with a quick and precise movement releases himself from Alice's hold.

Alice is very beautiful, she is a bit shorter than me and she is also very slender and pale. Her hair, black as a moonless night, contrasts her skin perfectly.

"Bella, this is my sister Alice. Alice this is Bella."

"Hi, Bella!" Alice catches me off guard and gives me a tight hug. She is very energetic. Edward is incredulous.

"Alice, Alice not too strong, you'll hurt her."

"Edward, you know I'll never hurt your girlfriend." Now, it was Edward's turn to get tomato red. He looks at me in shock. I decide to interfere "Sorry Alice, we're just friends"

"Oh! Bummer, I really want a sister."

"Alice please, you'll scare Bella."

"I'm sorry Bella, I'm just messing with Edward. He's too serious sometimes, I'd promised myself to make him laugh at least once per day."

"She's very good at it, I can assure you." Edward is now playing with Alice's hair, Alice is not pleased. They seem to be close. I always wonder what it would feel like to have a sibling.

"I'm sorry. I realize now I interrupted your conversation."

"Well Alice, you came right on time. We were just talking about you."

"Hey! What were you saying?" She was serious now.

"We want to go to the theater with other students, but I've just remembered I have to take you home." Alice seemed to be processing the information. For a minute no one said anything.

"I could take the car, and you could ride with Bella." That seemed a good idea.

"That's a great idea, we could do that Edward."

"Ok, sure. Just promise me you won't do anything reckless Alice."

"I promise it, Edward." For the look on Edward's face, I wasn't sure if he was concerned about his sister or about his car.

Final Notes: I hope that you've enjoyed reading the chapter. I have nothing against people that wear make-up every day. I agree with Bella, I personally don't like to wear make-up every day. But I enjoy dressing up for special occasions. I mean haven't you noticed when someone that wears make-up every day, and suddenly one day decides to go natural; everybody start asking them if they feel alright, or if they're sick. I prefer wearing make-up in special occasions, so when I do it everybody are suprised and start giving you compliments; that makes me feel good.

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