And here is chapter 3. Another little Edward teaser for you ;) And a bit more of the magic side too:)

I reluctantly walked back to the dorms with Alice and Emmett. Tomorrow is Monday and will be the official start of classes. I think I read that all students will gather in the assembly hall first for a welcoming thing and then the freshmen year will be given an introduction to Aluthsia University. I started panicking about the magical side of the university. I mean I really hardly know anything about that side of me.

My parents were very protective of me and didn't want me to get involved or know about this side of myself. I never understood why though. After their tragic deaths, I had to go through their stuff. I found some books and journals from my parents. I don't fully understand what they mean. That's why I'm here, I want to know about this side of myself. I want to figure out the significance of my mark and why I need to hide it from others. One of the books, I found briefly mentions the Legend of the Scorpion, but what was said further about it was in another language and very short. Emmett's mother is a witch and she was just as reluctant to share information with us. I do, however, think she did this because she knew the witch communities view of Outcasts and she was trying to protect him from being rejected.

When Emmett and I were 15 we decided to try and figure out the whole witch thing ourselves. Every day after school, we would head to our spot in the forest. We grew up in Forks, Washington so everywhere you looked there was a forest. Our spot was this beautiful clearing on top of a cliff that overlooked out over a river. It was breathtakingly beautiful and when we just needed to escape from life we always headed there. The first thing we learned to do was how to control our marks. I will never forget that day. It was a Friday afternoon after school. Emmett and I headed over to our spot after we spent the week reading through the books I found among my parents things and relentlessly questioning Emmett's mother. We figured out that we can control our marks and make them come to life. We were buzzing with excitement even though we had no idea how to control our marks. The only information we got was that we need to concentrate and will our marks to come to life. The information on outcast was very scarce in the books we had, with most of them not even mentioning them.

So there me and Emmett stood on our cliff willing our marks to come to life. After endlessly trying with no success other than me being able to move my mark anywhere on my body we were ready to give up. Just as we were about to give up something started pinching my skin. My mark at the time was on the underside of my left arm near my wrist. I watched in fascination as the scorpion's leg pierced through my skin and the rest of his body followed. It looked like it was crawling out from underneath my skin. It was amazing and within seconds I had a scorpion resting on my wrist. I had made my mark come to life. I watched it move around to my hand and then up to my shoulder where it rested. Emmett just stared at me in awe. This was a major breakthrough for us.

It took Emmett another week before he was able to control his mark. We soon figured out that our marks did have some free will but they are always connected to our minds and we can instruct them that way. We also figured out that we can control their size. This was great and we had to be careful, not to get caught. I mean how many people have seen a scorpion larger than themselves?

I soon figured out that I have one more "special" ability. I can move things with my mind, only it went a bit further than that. I seemed to be able to control objects, twist them, break them apart and reform them with my mind. You know kinda like that girl Jean from X-Men. I kept this little ability to myself though as I was afraid Em would be jealous or feel like less of a witch. As far as I know witches aren't born with such

abilities though. It is yet another secret I need to figure out.

I was broken out of my thoughts when we reached our dorms. We made plans to meet up for coffee at Billy's before the assembly starts in the morning. I could feel my entire body flush just thinking about what happen there earlier on. I wonder if I'll run into him again in the morning. Probably not but a girl can hope. We hugged Emmett goodbye and told him we hope his roommate is nice since he is still waiting for him. Emmett wasn't even given the name of his roommate which we all found rather strange. I'm going to have to text him later about the whole Jasper and Alice plan. Alice and I walked up to our rooms and I figured I'd ask her about the whole magical side of things here.

"Hey Alice, what do they teach us about magic in the first year?" I asked her in a disinterested tone. A girl can't give away too much yet.

"Oh well, freshman year really is only an introduction to things. They give you an overview of what its like. There is also the defence classes being run this year which will combine freshman and sophomores. They only thing is you kinda like audition the first class and then they will decide if you stay or go. I heard its intense training and it's meant for those who are ready to defend the portal and go out into the unknown to stop trouble or some shit like that. " she said as we were near to my room.

"Uh, what is the unknown?" I asked.

"Oh, right the unknown is what lies beyond the portal. They are very secretive about that though. I'm hoping they will teach us more about that this year. In freshman year, you get to find out your affinity though. It's really cool, mine's water." she said as we reached my room.

"Affinity? What is that and when do we find out?" I asked curiously.

"Every witch as an affinity for one of the four elements and your affinity will determine your power. Like the elements are the wind, fire, water and earth and they influence your power. Since I'm water, my power is more focused in that direction. There is a rumour that there was a student who had an affinity for all the elements, but the Professors refuse to comment on it and just tells us it's impossible. The affinity ceremony will take place next Monday after they gave the freshmen an introduction and explained all of it to you guys. There is also a huge party in the club that night to celebrate!" she said and with that she hugged me and went to her room.

Alice gave me a lot to think about. There was clearly so much I don't know and will need to learn while here. I couldn't help but wonder what my affinity was and what the story behind the mystery student was. I wonder if it really was only a myth. I unlocked my room and carefully entered, afraid that torpedo Tanya might attack. I was happy to find the room empty. It was already well past 11 and the assembly started at 9. I decide to take a quick shower and then crawl into bed. I was tossing and turning thinking about a certain green-eyed god when I heard the door open and the skank entered. I quickly turned on my side and pretended I was fast asleep. To my surprise, the skank only turned on her lamp instead of the main light. Then she started talking ...loudly on her phone to some girl named Jessica. Wonder if she has balloon size tits too.

I was subjected to listen to this one-sided conversation. Fuck my life! My interest suddenly peaked when I heard her mention Edward's name.

"Oh my god, Jess he looked so fine in those jeans today. I just can't wait to take them off." she said in such a high pitched voice that any dogs in a 5 mile radius ran away.

"Me and Eddie belong together. It's destiny. He really should stop fighting the attraction between us. I mean its so obvious he wants me again. The last time we were together was mind blowing." the bitch said and I was fuming. I had no right to be angry since I have no claim on Edward and today was only the first time I've seen him. I haven't even been introduced to him! I'm loosing my mind! After that, their conversation revolved around what slutty outfit she will be wearing tomorrow. Somewhere along the line I fell asleep. That night I dreamt of the dark forest of the unknown.

In my dream, the forest was dark and eerie. The trees looked darker and taller than any I've ever seen. They looked intimidating and ominous. I had a terrible feeling in the pit of my stomach like something is watching me, something dangerous. I started walking and the further I walked the denser the forest got. It felt like it was suffocating me. My heart was hammering away in my chest and my breathing grew laboured. My foot caught on a tree branch and I fell to my knees. It felt like the trees were moving in on me and then I looked up and saw glowing yellow eyes that followed with a flash of sharp teeth and a sneer. I got up and started running back. I could feel the thing chasing me through the forest. I tried looking back to see how far behind me it was when I ran smack into something or someone. The person's arms grabbed me and pulled me to them. I look up into worried green eyes.

"Love, are you ok?" he asked in a smooth velvet voice.

"Run Edward! It's coming this way. You have to run!" I screamed while pushing him to leave, but he just wouldn't leave. When I looked up I saw yellow eyes instead of green.

I woke up startled and disoriented covered in sweat, breathing hard. I had no idea what the hell that dream was about, but it scared me shitless. I rolled over and looked at my alarm clock. It informed me that it was 6 in the morning. There was no way I was going back to sleep. I decided to take another shower since I'm covered in sweat. After my shower, I was feeling a little more relaxed. I decided to put on a little makeup to try and hide the dark circles under my eyes. I put on some lip balm and a touch of mascara. I looked myself over in the mirror, not too bad, it's hiding the dark circles well enough. I decided to wear my favourite navy knitted jumper dress with ballet flats since there was a bit of a chill. I dried and brushed my hair and tried to tame my wild mane. I decided to go to Billy's early and grab a book with coffee and wait for Alice and Emmett there instead. There was no way in hell I was staying in the room with torpedo Tanya. I grabbed my bag and headed off.

Luck was on my side and Billy's was open. It was relatively quite though. Jake was behind the counter with his large smile in place. The couple that was there left and I was alone with Jake. It made me a bit uncomfortable. I headed over to put in my order as I thought it would be rude to leave after he saw me.

"Morning Jake. Can I get a large Americano and a bagel, please." I said in a friendly tone trying hard not to give him the wrong impression. Don't get me wrong he is gorgeous I'm just not interested in him in that way. I hate rejecting guys, it always makes me feel like shit. When I was 16, I was asked to prom by Embry. I turned him down since I was going with Emmett. He started crying, told me I was a bitch and ran away.

"Morning sexy. Why are you up so early?" he asked with a wink. I had to stop myself from cringing. How do you tell a guy in a nice way that you're not interested?

"I just couldn't sleep so I decided I'll come get some coffee and read a book. It was either that or smother my roommate with my pillow." I said and he laughed like a hyena. Yup, like a hyena.

"Right well, I'm gonna go look for a book to read." I said and started walking towards the wall of books.

"Yeah no worries. I'll bring over your order." he said and added a wink. Maybe there is something wrong with his eye. Who thinks that winking that often at someone is sexy!

I was browsing through the books when Jake brought over my order. I thanked him and he left as someone was waiting for a coffee. I felt the air change to that of crackling electricity again. Could it really be? Is he really here in the cafe? I didn't dare look around. Instead, I tried to control my breathing and my heartbeat while trying to find the perfect book. My eyes settled on one of my favourites, Wuthering Heights. I felt him come up behind me and my breathing went shallow but when he spoke my heart nearly leaped out of my chest.

"Don't you think Wuthering Heights is a bit too depressing for so early in the morning?" he all but whispered in my ear in a smooth velvet voice. My dream didn't do his voice justice. It was like a mix of velvet, honey and sex. I'm going to have to go change my panties before the assembly. When I turned around I was met by burning green eyes and a knowing smirk. That was strange, it's almost like he knows what I'm thinking and then the smirk grew. Huh, how odd. I probably looked really stupid considering how long it took me to respond.

"It's my favourite book so no, it'll never be too depressing for me." I said in a soft voice since I'm still trying to remember how to breathe.

"Mhmm I guess you're a fan of the classics then?" he asked as he took a step closer to me, effectively trapping me between him the book wall. I tried to calm down my breathing but he was staring at my lips and forbidden images started going through my mind. Like how it would feel to have him kiss my lips or suck them or bite them. How good it would feel to have my lips kiss and suck down his neck or how good my lips would look wrapped around his ... I was pulled from my thoughts be a loud growl and looked up at Edward as my eyes of their own free will travelled down his body and landed on his crotch that was looking a bit or lot swollen if you catch my drift.

His eyes were liquid dark green pools of lust. The lust in his eyes sent a shiver down my spine. His breathing was uneven and his lips parted and I was sure he was gonna kiss me. God I wanted him to kiss me so badly. I wanted to be pressed against the wall of books and wrapped my legs around his waist as he attacks my lips. I want him hand in my hair as he kisses my senseless. I want to moan his name into his mouth as he bites on my bottom lip.

"Fuck Bella." he moaned as he pressed my flush against his body and I could feel the sizeable bulge. I couldn't stop the moan from leaving my lips. Before he could kiss me a throat clearing broke our moment. I was going to kill whoever is clearing their throat. Edward lets me go and with one last look at me, he left. I was a panting mess.

Turns out Emmett was the one clearing is throat. Damn I'll get hurt if I try to punch the big oaf.

"Well, shit Bells, looks like you got hot and heavy this morning." Em said looking amused. I looked around to see who else saw that and was surprised and relieved to find only Jake and Em in the cafe. Jake was glaring at me. He did not look one bit happy. Well, fuck him, I'm on cloud nine or sexually frustrated depending how you look at it.

"Shut your mouth Emmett McCarthy or I'll shut it for you!" I warned him.

"Slow down tiger, I'm only messing with you. I got you a new coffee since yours looks cold" he said while smirking at me.

"Why are you up so early anyway? Jake said you have been here a while." he asked slightly worried. Jake needs to learn to mind his own bloody business.

"I had a nightmare and couldn't get back to sleep so I figured I'd read something and get a coffee." I said while sipping the liquid heaven. Oh, coffee you shall forever be my first love.

"Was it the nightmare about your parents death again. You can talk to me about it Bells. I know it can't be easy for you." he said in a soft tone. Truth was my parents death has haunted my dreams many nights but not last night. Last night was just fucked up.

"I'm ok Em. It wasn't about that but thanks for being there for me." I said. I was very grateful to have such a good friend in my life. Emmett has been my rock since my parents passed away. I don't know what I would've done without him by my side. I suddenly remembered that I need Em's help with the Alice and Jasper plan.

"Hey Em, I need your help with something."

"What you need Bells?"

"Well, see Alice told me about this guy she's madly in love with and I want to get them together but I don't know how." I said looking at him expectantly. I then proceeded to tell him the story Alice told me. To my surprise, he started laughing. I really wanted to kick him in the balls.

"Jasper as in Jasper Whitlock?" he asked as he laughed. Fucker.

"Yes Emmett. Now why the fuck are you laughing! This isn't funny." I nearly screamed at him.

"Yeah, I know. Calm you tits Bells. It's just I met my new roommate last night. His a Junior...named Jasper Whitlock." he said and I just stared at him. This was fucking brilliant! Before we could talk further Alice showed up. I gave Em my 'we will finish this shit later' look and he nodded in understanding. The three of us were chatting away and Em decided to fill Alice in on what he saw between me and Edward. I'm really gonna kick him in the nuts later. Her high pitch squeal nearly burst my eardrums. I promised I will fill her in on it later as it was time to head to the assembly.

We were some of the last student to enter the hall. We went to take out seats. The one next to me remained empty till the last minute. The air began cracking with electricity when the person took their seat next to me. How the fuck am I going to survive the assembly with him next to me. I turned to look at him. I was already staring at me with those molten green eyes with a smirk firmly placed on his face. I'm so fucked!

Well well, I wonder how Bella will survive the assembly sitting next to Edward ;) I'm sure the next chapter will be a bit more lemony ..hint hint :~)