Disclaimer: I ain't SM and my characters, and though the characters may have similarities to hers, they will be a bit out of character for the most part. So please don't review or msg me telling me they are not like SM's own. I know this. And that's exactly the way I want it to be. Thanks. ~ Riney
Chapter warnings: Profanity (pfft that's almost every chapter) LOL
Enjoy
Chapter 52
BPOV
Edward had deserted me halfway through our Disney marathon.
Wimp.
I stifled a yawn and looked at the time. Emmett still hadn't returned and I was starting to get worried.
That thought gave me pause and made me chuckle to myself.
Look at me; being all domestic and shit.
I was about to get up and call him when the door opened.
"Hey, how come you're still up?" he asked closing the door and heading towards me.
'God, was he always so sexy?' I mused to myself.
"You weren't here," I said startling myself with that answer. It was obviously a good thing to say because a broad smile flashed across his face.
"I was in the stables," he said sitting next to me and reaching for my hand. "I needed to think."
Think about what?
I frowned, "Is something wrong?"
He shook his head and kissed the palm of my hand, "My head was just too full."
"And it's empty now?" I asked shivering as his lips lingered on my skin.
He laughed, a rich, husky sound that sent ripples through my body. "No, but it's manageable now. My father helped."
"Bernie?" I asked my eyes following the curve of his lips as they moved to my fingers.
"Mmhmm," he nodded, his tongue snaking out to lick my fingers.
Hot damn!
"How did he help?" I was having trouble concentrating now.
"Guy stuff," he said.
What a crock of shit. That was guy code for none of your business.
"There's no need to get flustered," he said looking up at my face with a smirk.
I rolled my eyes and huffed, I wanted to know what had been bothering him. Maybe I could help him solve it...or whatever.
He laughed softly and cupped my chin in his hand, drawing me closer as he pressed his lips to mine.
I had been waiting for that since I woke up. His lips moved lazily over mine, feeling and tasting. I needed more.
I suddenly found myself scrambling into his lap, my arms around his neck, deepening the kiss. After the whole 'Date Day' and him being so...wonderful, I just needed him with an intensity that scared me.
We made out, pfft, I felt like a teenager all over again. I was just hot all over. Emmett's hands were roaming my body, leaving a trail of fire behind after every touch. I was sure I'd melt into a pile of goo any minute.
"Bella..." he said breaking the kiss.
No. Stop talking, just keep kissing me.
"Baby," he tried again.
For fuck's sake Emmett, shut up and kiss me!
"Isabella Marie Swan we know you're in there!"
Wait a minute, that didn't sound like Emmett.
"Bella!"
Holy shit on crackers, that sounded like my parents.
"If you don't open this door I'm gonna get your father to shoot off this door!"
Oh fuck me sideways.
-TA-
EmPOV
Talk about instant cold shower to my libido.
Hearing the crazy woman, who Bella introduces as her mother, threaten to have her father shoot off his door, was enough to have his dick running to the hills for cover.
Said father was now glaring at me over his pornstache.
Edward had joined us, since Renee's shrieking could wake the dead.
Bella was trying not to roll her eyes at her mother and every now and then our eyes would meet and we'd share a smile.
"I can't believe you didn't call us!" Renee was scolding.
"Mother, I'm fine and it wasn't exactly as though you were next door. You were somewhere on the Mediterranean," Bella said, not able to contain the eye roll this time.
"That is besides the point," her mother huffed.
"You still could've called," Edward chimed in.
"Shut the fuck up Eddie!" she growled.
"Isabella!" her mother yelped.
"Mother!" Bella mimicked.
Edward buttoned his lips and sat back, raising his hand in surrender.
I watched the by-play between them with amusement. And then I turned and met the stony glare of one Charlie Swan.
Shit.
The man was a retired police chief and I vould only imagine that a few of the perps he had brought in, shit themselves.
He cleared his throat, "So, what are your intentions with my daughter?" he asked, voice deadly low. I glanced over at the women and Edward, but they hadn't noticed.
"Would you like a beer sir?" I asked, trying to buy myself a little time. I was just figuring out my intentions myself, and now I'd have to explain it to her father. Her gun toting father.
Charlie Swan rose a brow at me and I realized Bella took after him. She got her coloring and eyes from him; she didn't get much from her mother, at least not to the naked eye.
After what seemed like an eternity, he gave me a nod.
"We can go drink them in the kitchen, and it would give us the chance to talk without any interruptions," I said, glad I sounded much calmer than I actually felt.
That seemed to be fine because he stood and motioned for me to lead the way. I got up and Bella immediately noticed.
"Where are you two off to?" she asked eyeing the two of us suspiciously.
"To get a few beers," her father replied and her gaze narrowed.
"Dad," she said in a warning tone.
"Relax Bells," he said. "I'm not gonna kill the guy..."
There was no need to say the 'yet', it was definitely implied. I shot, what I hoped to be a brave smile at Bella. I didn't want her stressing about anything. Edward gave me a thumb's up and had a wide grin on his face.
Stupid little fucker.
"You girls continue with your conversation," I said grinning pointedly at Edward. He merely shrugged and laughed softly.
Charlie and I made our way to the kitchen and he made himself comfortable as I got the beers for us and joined him at the table.
"So you gonna tell me just what's going on with you and my daughter?" Charlie asked gruffly.
Well, here goes nothing.
-TA-
JPOV
Alec wanted to meet for dinner.
I wanted to stay and kiss Edward more.
Or have him kiss me.
Either way, I didn't exactly want to be with Alec at he moment. And I was going to tell him that. As soon as I saw him.
I got home, took a shower, dressed and was waiting at the restaurant by the time he got there. He smiled warmly at me and I found myself forcing a smile back. That wasn't the way I was supposed to feel. And it really didn't have much to do with my feelings for Edward so much.
No, to be honest Alec kinda made the warning flags go up all on his own. The secretive way he did things, the fact that he never wanted to meet any of my friends, and we never did anything in public; it was either at my house or his.
This was the first time he'd invited me out. Then again, I frowned, noticing our placement. We were so far in he back of the room that no one could even catch a glimpse of my shoes if they wanted to.
"Did you have a good day?" he asked as the waiter came over to ask us if we would like anything to drink.
Did I? Fucked if I know.
My day had been...confusing as hell. That's how it was.
I smiled, "It was ok."
Alec smiled and reached across the table to place his hand on top of mine, "Isn't it much better now that you've seen me?"
Was he really that self-centered? Didn't he think he should at least ask why my day was just ok?
Or maybe I was just looking for any excuse to end this...whatever it was we had. I at least owed it to him to try, right?
I gave him a small smile and nodded, "Of course."
We chatted aimlessly for a few minutes before the waiter came back and took our order.
"We're having lunch sometime next week," I said taking a sip of my wine. "At Emmett's."
I was waiting for his immediate refusal, I didn't have to wait long.
"I can't," he started. "I'm going to be busy all next week. I'll have to take a rain check."
No, I was going to take a rain check on him.
"I've had enough of this," I said standing up.
He looked shocked, well that's his fucking problem.
"W-what? Enough of what?" he sputtered.
"Of being some sort of secret!" I said raising my voice.
"James, please lower your voice!" he hissed looking around.
Oh really?
"I will not!" I said a little louder. "That's exactly what I'm talking about! Everything has to be kept secret, I will not be your dirty secret. I'm too fucking old for your pubescent games."
I turned and stalked away, pausing before I hit the main part of the restaurant, "And just so we're clear...this is over."
His face was red and his expression blank. Something about it was chilling and I shuddered before turning and walking out of the place.
Now that I had taken care of the Alec situation, I would be able to focus on deciphering the budding feelings that I had for Edward.
A/N: Nah, nah, nah, nah, nah, nah, nah, nah...heyy heyy hey good-bye! *snorts* this won't be the last we see of Alec though. *evil laugh* Too much work, too little caffeine. That's my excuse and I'm sticking to it. Hope you enjoyed.
WestCoastGirl16: Thanks babe :)
Gleemania123: Awww, thank you so very much xx
Lalina92: I thought that would be a good setting. Glad you thought so too :)
LillyZ: Yes! I love Bella's attitude and the way she cares about the ppl she deems important. She's a great friend. And thanks for the support. *hugs*
Taylor9901: LOL yeah...we'll see :)
spazmine: Yup, sure is. We'll see, won't we? *grins*
tee hill: You actually commented other than a smiley! Yay! LOL and as for your question...you'll just have to wait and see muhahahah
danimcket: Soon my pretty. Soon :D
Nonita: LOL I can't wait either :D
lissie boo: He sure did, and they are absolutely cute. Me and my bff act the same way (he's not gay though) lol
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Siobhan Whitlock: Maybe, maybe not muhahah and yup batshit crazy is correct! You're on a roll here :D
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manda2784: Yes, the crazy one is planning on making an appearance soon muhahah. And yes, I really want Em and Bernie to have a good relationship. He's gonna need the help when baby comes along :)
Quieria: I'm so glad you love the story, and I haven't forgotten about Bell's parents. And just because you asked, it got my brain flowing and bada bing bada boom, ya'll got a new chappie. Yes, Jamie and Eddie can be quite explosive ;) And as for who's behind all the deviousness...*sings* I'll never tell...at least not yet ;)
Okay my lovelies, I'm off to a poetry reading and I'm already late, but I had to get this out to you...so ya'll know what to do *kisses*