Hey guys! It's been a while! thanks so much for those of u who actually read this story haha and i dont thingk i have much to say but that i hope all of u have a great holiday! and here's the next chapter and hope u guys enjoy! I dont own Twilight Stephenie Meyer does :) This is all BPOV

Ch. 25 Helping

BPOV

I was at the supermarket buying groceries. Anne and Vivian I was right now on my way to the meat section. Passing people and smiling at them. I neared the meat section and saw a man standing there looking at the meat seeming not to know what to choose. As I got closer the man started to look familiar to me. Once I got close I realized it was Chief Swan. I should say hi to him and ask him if he needs help.

"Chief Swan?"

He looked up and smiled, "Hi Bella. How are you? I haven't seen you in a while. And I told you to call me Charlie."

I smiled back, "Charlie then. I'm doing well, thanks for asking and I know it has been a while! How have you been?"

"Good too…So how's Victoria doing?" he asked in concern.

"She's doing much better. I mean she decided to go back to work so must mean progress right?" I said chuckling.

He chuckle, "I guess you're right."

While Victoria was adjusting to the new vampire we told her she shouldn't be around people because it could be too dangerous. We had called the police telling her we had found her and then that Carlisle was taking care of her. We told them she was severely hurt and was scared of everyone so nobody would try coming to see her…

I went to grab some steaks, "Charlie? Do you need help? You seem to not know what to get, no offense."

He blushed and looked embarrassed, "None taken, but yeah I'm having trouble. You see I don't know how to cook. I just usually order out or make eggs."

I chuckled, "It's okay, most guys don't know how to cook." I said even though I didn't know if that was true. I mean on TV they make it seem that way.

"I guess…" He said still sounding embarrassed.

I felt bad for him and there was something in me that wanted to help him.

"You know I just had an idea. If you want I can cook for you just buy whatever you want and I'll go over and cook it. That is if you want to." I said carefully.

He looked taken aback from my offer.

"Wow you don't have to…" he started to say but I cut him off, "But I want to. It's no big deal." I said.

"I mean that sounds great but I don't want to bother you. You have more important things to do. Like homeschool and you're…job" He said.

He seemed to not like the fact that I worked at the club at such a young age and I totally understand that.

"It's no bother at all! And don't worry it won't take a lot of time. I'll go over to your house and make you dinner since you work all day you probably don't go home until dinnertime. Am I right? And on weekends I'll make you two meals." I said persuasively.

"Fine, but I will have to pay you for this." He said sternly.

"No! That isn't necessary. I'm offering and I want nothing in return." I said sincerely.

"I can't do that Bella. Please let me pay you." He pleaded with me with those brown eyes.
I sighed, "Fine, but not a lot okay?"

"Okay." He said smiling.

When I got home I told Vivian about how I offered to cook for Charlie she thought it was nice but wondered why I was doing it.

"Well he's a lonely man, he is always working and seems like he has no clue what to do when it comes to cooking and also…I don't know I feel like I have this connection with him. I know it's weird, since I barely know him but I feel comfortable and protected with him..." I said softly.

"Maybe it's cause he's a cop." Vivian answered in a matter of fact.

"Could be…" I answered although I wasn't even sure.

"Are you going to tell your gorgeous boyfriend?" She said teasingly.

I snorted, "Well of course I am. What do you take me for?"

"So what are you going to tell your gorgeous boyfriend?" Ask a musical voice behind me teasingly.

"Jesus!" yelled Vivian.

I just yelped and jumped in spot.

"Sorry about that." He said apologetically.

I turned around and saw Edward standing there with an amused look.

"Oh so you think that's funny?" I asked raising my eyebrows.

He roared with laughter, "You have no idea. Your girl's reaction was just too funny. So what do you have to tell me?"

I looked at him then looked down and started to look nervous. I was going to mess with him. Payback baby!

"Bella? Sweetie what's wrong?" He asked worriedly coming to me and kneeling on the floor right in front of me.

I just looked the other way at Vivian who looked at me in concern. Too bad I couldn't tell her. If I did Edward would realize I was just messing with him.

I sighed heavily and looked down at my hands, "I…I don't know how to tell you this or where to start."

He grabbed my hands now, "Bella you're scaring me. Just tell me I'm sure whatever it is I will help you." He reassured.

"You're going to hate me after this." I said in a small voice.

He put his hands on either side of my face and made me look at him, "Bella that will never ever happen." He assured with this passionate look in his eyes.

I felt bad for doing this. Curse you Edward making me feel guilty! Maybe I should put him out of his misery already.

I pulled his hands away from my face and got up from my seat and walked to the kitchen counter.

I'm honestly surprised Vivian hasn't caught on.

I sighed loudly, "Edward I…"I started then turned around smirking at him.
He stared at me wide eyed, "You…You…"

"Yes I was lying. Payback for laughing at us!" I chortled.

"That isn't funny Isabella! I was freaking out!" he said angrily.

I walked over to him and wrapped my arms around him, "I'm sorry baby."

At first he didn't hug me back but soon caved in, "You're forgiven." He murmured kissing my hair.

"Ugh! You two make me sick! Get a room!" Vivian murmured.

We just laughed as she left.

"So what did you really want to tell me?" he asked curiously.

"Well today when I went to the supermarket I saw Chief Swan and I offered to cook for him." I explained.

"Really?" He asked surprised.

"Yes, I mean he looked clueless and I felt bad for him being all lonely and I don't know there is something about him that makes me want to help him…" I rambled on trying to not make him upset.

"Bella chill! It's okay! Did you expect me to get mad?" He asked with hurt in his eyes.

"Well… I didn't know exactly how you would react." I said honestly.

He sighed and grabbed my hands, "Bella I know I was angry because you decided to go back to the club then I was in jealous mode and I'm sorry. What you're going to do now with Charlie is very nice and sweet of you. You are amazing Bella for helping him out and you are also amazing in general." He chuckled then became serious, "That Man has been far too lonely and has suffered for too long. You are going to bring some joy into his life… I'm sorry that I haven't been supportive of you lately, but don't ever be worried about what I think. It's your life whatever you pick is your choice although I might sometimes not agree." He said leaning his forehead against mine with an apologetic look.

"It's okay... I understand if our roles were reversed I would have probably reacted the same way you have." I said honestly.

He chuckled, "I love you Bella."

"I love you too Edward." I whispered before kissing him.

We talked, kissed, and just laid in my bed peacefully for the rest of the morning. When it was time to head over to Chief Swan's house he offered to come with me or drop me off.

"C'mon Bella! Let me have an excuse it be with you a little longer and a reason to come back." He pleaded.

I couldn't stand the look he was giving me so I caved in, "Fine, but that's just cause you don't play fair!" I said giving him a teasing smile.

He just kissed me. Which was fine by me!

"So what are you planning to cook for him?" asked Edward as he drove.

"Hmmm… I haven't thought about it, but I guess whatever he's craving." I said honestly, "Do you want to stay with me?" I decided to ask in case he wanted to.

"I would but I feel like this should just be between you two but whenever you're ready for me to pick you up call me okay?"

"Since this is the first time I do this it should be just him and I, but tomorrow you're staying with me whether you like it or not." I said smiling at him.

"Oh I'm sure I'll like it." He winked.

I giggled, "You're silly. I hope you know that."

He parked right in front of Chief Swan's house and waited for me to get out.

"Remember call me when you're done, I'll be here right away. Have a nice time. Please try not hurting yourself." He pleaded.

"Ha ha very funny." I deadpanned, "But…I'll try my best. I'll call you."

I said as I leaned over and kissed him on the lips quickly and got out.

"Bye love." He said as I got out.

I waved goodbye to him and walked up to Chief Swan's house. I knocked on the door and after a few seconds he came and opened the door.

"Hey Bella! Come on in!" He said letting me in, "Edward dropped you off?"

"Thanks and yeah he is also picking me up." I said smiling.

I guess Edward had stayed until I was inside.

"That's nice of him." He commented.

"Yeah, he's a great boyfriend." I said proudly.

We were quiet for a while as I followed him into his kitchen. His house was plain. As we passed his living room I noticed there were no pictures anywhere. There was only a flat screen TV, two couches, a center table, a side table and a lamp. His kitchen was white and plain as well. He had a small round table and it had four chairs. But although his house was plain I liked it. It fit his personality.

"I like your house." I commented.

He scoffed, "Yeah right! You don't have to say that."

"I'm not. I really think your house is nice. It fits you perfectly because you're a cop." I said honestly.

He smiled a small smile, "Thanks."

"So what would you like to eat?" I asked.

"Whatever you want to make is fine. You can go ahead and look through the fridge and cabinets all you want."

I smiled, "Okay then."

"Do you need any help?" he asked.

I shook my head, "Not at the moment. You go sit down and watch TV. I'll call you if I need anything."

He smiled, "Sure thing."

I looked in his fridge. I was going to make him steak but for that I should have told him to take out the steaks to defrost. I guess that will have to be for tomorrow. I decided I would make him some lasagna. I looked through his cupboards and found the necessary items to make it.

While I was making it I preheated the oven and once I was done I put it in the oven. I decided to steam him some green beans while it baked.

While I was doing that Charlie walked in, "Mmm! It smells delicious in here!" He complimented.

I blushed and smiled, "Glad you like it."

It was nice to be complimented on my cooking. It made me feel good about myself.

"Do you need help with anything?" He asked.

"No it's okay." I smiled warmly at it.

He nodded and left.

I looked in his cupboards for rolls. I had told him to buy some because I knew they would be needed.

The green beans soon were done so I drained them and put them in a container. The lasagna took a little longer but once it was done I took it out of the oven and placed it on the kitchen counter since there were no cooling racks.

"Mm! Now it smells really good!" Charlie commented as he came in again and sat on the kitchen table.

I smiled proudly, "Well the lasagna is almost done cooling but after it's done you can try it. Here are green beans and also rolls to go with it." I said as I handed him the container and basket with rolls.

"Thanks so much Bella for everything! This is really nice of you." He said genuinely.

I blushed, "You're welcome."

We talked and learned a little more about each other. I obviously didn't reveal anything important to him. Charlie didn't like to talk much about himself he seemed to not be comfortable about it but I'm sure with time he would trust me. It broke my heart to see him so brokenhearted. What happened to him?

"Okay I think it cooled down. So you should try it and tell me what you think." I grabbed a plate and cut him a slice and handed it to him.

He grabbed his fork and took a bite. His eyes widen as he was eating it and I panicked. It sucks that's why he reacted that way!

"Bella! This is the most amazing thing I have ever tasted in my life! Wow! You got mad skills kid!" he said taking a huge bite.

I smiled shyly at him, "Thank you. That's great to hear! Well I should call Edward to pick me up now."

"Nonsense! C'mon and join me! You must be hungry and plus it would be nice to have some company for once." He ended sadly.

It was hard to resist him so I agreed to stay with him. I served myself some lasagna and green beans. It was all very good if I do say so myself. We didn't talk much but it wasn't awkward at all. It was actually nice.

Once we finished and called Edward, I got up to do the dishes but he would have none of that.

"Bella you cooked, so I should at least get to wash the dishes." He tried persuading me.

"Fine then, but I'll dry while I wait for Edward to arrive." I said.

We did that until we heard a knock on the door. Charlie and I knew it was Edward so he walked me to the front door and opened it to find my glorious Edward standing there.

"Hello Chief Swan." He said politely reaching out to shake his hand.

"I told you both to call me Charlie and you guys are stubborn and keep calling me Chief Swan!" He said angrily in a playful way.

We all chuckled.

"Well I guess I'll see you tomorrow Charlie." I said.

"Yeah see you Bella and thanks for doing this. It really means a lot because you didn't have to do this." He said gratefully.

"I told you already Charlie it's no problem. It's my pleasure." I said smiling at him.

"Edward you have a great girl here. Don't do something stupid like leaving her or giving her a cause for her to leave you because this girl is definitely one in a million." Charlie said smiling proudly at me like I was his daughter and he was bragging about me.

I blushed as Edward said while looking at me with the most loving and adoring expression, "I know Charlie. She is truly amazing. I feel like I don't deserve her sometimes, she has such a beautiful heart and personality. I will do anything to keep her by my side forever because no other girl compares to my Bella."

I blushed even more, "Okay you two! That's enough compliments for today!"

They just chuckled and Edward led me to his car.

We were now lying in my bed snuggling.

"So did you have fun with Charlie?" Edward asked.

"Yes I did. He was so nice to me and fatherly I guess in a way. I really liked spending time with him." I said smiling.

"That's good to hear. His thoughts were very grateful and joyous that you were doing this for him. He really appreciates this and you made him very happy today with your kindness and company. He's been alone for too long." He said sounding sad.

"Do you know what happened to him? He seems so…heartbroken. Something terrible must of happened to him." I said sadly.

"I don't know. He was never thought about it while I'm around, but it has to be big for it to have made such an impact on him." Edward said thoughtfully.

"You know it's weird cause I felt so comfortable with him and you know that's a lot coming from me because you know my trust issues."

He smiled, "Charlie is a great man and you deserve to have I guess a fatherly figure, since you didn't have one growing up. I'm no Alice but I can see you guys growing a father-daughter relationship and getting a long great!" he said as he kissed my shoulder through the fabric.

And I felt like what he said was true. We got along great so far and Charlie seemed to be great guy like Edward said. He was nice, sweet, and in search of some affection and company. I knew how he felt cause I had been there. So I would do that for him and it wouldn't bother me one bit! I will benefit in this because I would add another important person in my life and I would get to help him. For a second I wondered how great it would have been if Charlie would have been my father. He would have done a great job and I would have probably grown up a much better person than I am now. I probably would be getting an education and not working as a stripper. Not that I regretted being a stripper because that's where I had met the most important people in my life so far…

So what did u guys think? Bella is helping out Charlie now do u think they'll find out they're father and daughter? Tell me ur guys predictions! Anyways thanks for reading and until next time! :)

3 Angelica