Chapter seven: Acting.

"You're... you're what?"

I blinked, wide eyed. There was no hope in hell Alec would set foot in my school. People would swoon at the very sight of him; especially dressed like that! It made me wonder where he even got the white tee-shirt. Probably off his latest victim. I didn't want to do much thinking, considering he may have went out and actually bought it. The shirt was his; I knew that. I had seen him put it on before. The jeans, I didn't know if they were his or not. Black jeans all looked the same to me. The only things different on Alec was the white tee-shirt and the sneakers he was wearing. Plus the eyes, but that wasn't the height of my worries. My worries were to my fellow school members! They would have no idea how dangerous this new kid could be! With Alec's looks and charm, they'd be walking into a death trap!

"Reny," he scoffed; turning around to face me — continuing to walk, only backwards — his face calm and cool as if he didn't have any worries in the world. Clearly, to him I was taking this harder than what I should have been. But could you blame me? It was Alec for goodness sake. Of the freaking Volturi! "I'm not a parrot. I'm simply going to... evaluate this Nathan guy, nothing less. Plus; it gets me out of that cottage for a while and allows me to watch you more, meaning my stay won't be as long as Aro had planned,"

True. The sooner Alec left the sooner my life would return to normal. Back to the old days when it was just me, Edward, Bella and our family. Yes, it'll be in a different state, but at least it would be back to the old ways. I'd never have to worry about the Volturi again. Well, that is if Alec decided to allow me and my family the privilege to live in peace.

"But... You're a Volturi member!" I tried hard not to gape with caution. I was failing. Miserably.

"Would you like another five points for stating the obvious?" He smirked.

"This isn't funny, Alec. It's dangerous!"

"Everything these days is dangerous, Renesmee."

"It's too dangerous, Alec. Peoples lives are at stake."

Alec's features became hard and stern. He stopped; glaring right at me through large violet eyes. It left me wondering, maybe Alec had blue eyes as a human. Considering this colour did make his features more human than the brown.. Yeah, he was definitely a blue eyed boy.

"Peoples lives? Yes, that's my ambition. I plan on attending school in order to rip everyones heads off and drown myself in blood. You know, because I'm such a monster."

I rolled my eyes, crossing my arms over my chest.

"Don't get sarcastic with me Alec,"

"Then stop being so stubborn. I fed last night, I can control myself. I'm not weak, Renesmee."

Oh, I never said you were weak. I highly doubted weak was even a consideration of a verb to use on summarizing Alec of the Volturi. Every vampire in the freaking world knew how powerful he and his sister were. Weak was never a word to describe him. I wouldn't have even thought of it. Never.

"I didn't say you were weak. I said it was dangerous. It was always a struggle for my family—"

I went to say, but Alec interrupted.

"But I am not like your family," he said bluntly. "I promise not to harm anyone, alright?"

"But it'll be hard for you."

Alec's features softened, turning into a confused look. He had obviously found something in my choice of words to question. Great.

"You're worried about my comfort?" He asked, taking a step closer to me. I felt my heart speed up. Oh god, why was it forever doing this?

"M..maybe."

He smiled, tauntingly.

"You're my friend Alec, as are people in that school. I'd hate for anyone to be uncomfortable."

Alec scoffed, crossing his arms over his chest. "Alright, alright. If I feel the slightest bit uncomfortable, I shall leave."

"And another thing, teenagers don't talk like that. They use slang. Sorten things down and stuff,"

"Shorten my words down, okay."

"And the way you stand, relax a little. No hands behind the back, okay? You look like a soldier."

He rolled his eyes, seeing the irony within my words. He basically was a soldier. A guard of the Volturi. A high ranking guard, I'll say. Basically a very, very trained soldier. Never the less, Alec's stance was how gentlemen stood, right? Alec slouched his shoulders slightly, looking a little more relaxed. "Check."

"And... and,"

Alec put his hands onto my shoulder, gazing right into my eyes with those shimmering pools of violet. It was then I noticed the ring of dark red on the outline of the contacts. The ring itself caused his eyes to seem more deeper. More pure. "I get it. Stop worrying," he said calmly.

"You're eyes. The venom will eat away at the contacts," I whispered through a breath. Alec let one hand fall from my shoulder, patting his jean pocket. "I have that covered."

I nodded my head slightly.

"Everything's going to be okay, Renesmee. I give you my word,"

As soon as he said that, I trusted him.

—xXx—

I had gotten another piggyback ride. Warning Alec of my friends, how they could be a bit... overboard with the whole beauty thing. Especially him. He reassured me it wouldn't bother him. That he'd seem friendly. I just hoped he'd tone down on the cocky sarcasm and that irresistible charm he owned. Once the edge of the forest came, Alec allowed me down and to walk the rest of the way. Though, I mainly skipped, while he walked behind. Laughing at me every time I lost my footing. While I walked up the steps of the school; leading to the school parking lot, I spotted Shannon and Suzannah standing by Ivy's car while Ivy chatted away endlessly. She was good at keeping up conversation. She always made awkward moments unawkward, in some way. But then again, she did have foot in mouth syndrome every now and then.

I could feel Alec's presence behind me; also feeling eyes from people scattered across the parking lot watching him and his graceful moves. Though everyone elses eyes caused my stomach to feel uneasy, Alec's presence behind me comforted me in a way. Edward would probably have a fit if he knew this fact, that was for sure.

Shannon and Suzannah were the first to notice me walking towards them, they smiled. Then they noticed him, and the smiles turned into a dazed expression. As if they were watching an angel walk among them. Oh, how wrong they were. I was once that naive. He may look like a angel, girls... But he'd rip your throat out if he was hungry. Ivy had obviously came to notice neither one of the girls were no longer paying attention to her blabbing, turned to see what they were looking at and almost allowed her eyes to pop out of her sockets.

"Hey guys," I said once I was close enough.

"H...Hi," they stammered in sync. I mentally rolled my eyes.

Alec took a stance beside me, his hands buried into his jeans pockets. All three girls stared at him in awe.

"This is Alec, he's... a friend of the family's. He's staying with us until his.. parents pick him up,"

Alec gave a flash of his perfectly white straight —not to forget venom coated— teeth. "Pleasure to meet you,"

Alec pulled his hand out from his pocket, offering it to Shannon. Shannon took it, still in awe. Slowly, Alec brought the hand to his lips; planting a gentle kiss onto her knuckles. I heard Shannon sigh in a complete and utter daze. He did the same to Suzannah, who giggled ever so slightly. Ivy, however just smiled up towards him; eyes alive with want and desire.

For a odd reason, I had the want to punch her. Jealousy? Was that what it was? I was so used to having Alec to myself, sharing him with the girls now was slightly irritating to me. It couldn't be jealousy, could it?

Letting her hand fall again, Alec put his hands back into his pockets, turned his eyes to me and gave a curved, gentle smile. "I think I'm going to head to the main office. Get set up and get a schedule,"

I nodded my head. "D'you want us to come with you?"

"Yes, do you?" Ivy asked, wide eyed still.

That feeling was back. Crazier than ever. Go away, why don't you! I wasn't jealous. I just... wanted Alec all to myself. He was my investigator, after all.

Alec glanced towards Ivy, smiled and then turned his pure violet eyes to me.

"No, I'm fine. I'll catch up with you later, Reny." He reassured. Giving a nod, Alec began to walk off, giving a smile to the girls as he passed; before fully passing him.

The moment he was out of hearing range — or so they thought — they were on my case.

"A family friend? Renesmee.. Why didn't we know about him?"

"Oh, he's sex on legs!"

"What's his star sign?"

The last one, was Suzannah. She was into all that jazz. I took no notice, though. I simply laughed; finding something strange. The attention I had hated was now... nice. I was enjoying it. The questions, the acknowledgement that one of my friends was a hottie. I felt like a superstar, and I really, really liked it.

"Alright, down to the real question," Ivy said, silencing both chattering, giddy girls. I set my large brown glee filled eyes on her.

"Are you," Ivy asked, putting both hands onto each one of my shoulders. "hitting that?"

Alright. It was safe to say, Ivy had a way with words. She always had. If she didn't have the long hair, boobs and had a feminine figure; she could have been classed as a guy. Her vocabulary matched that of a guys to a tee. I figured that was to the fact she had three brothers and rarely saw her mom, due to work.

"What?" I laughed, eyes growing wide. "Me and Alec?"

All three nodded in sync again.

"No. He's a friend,"

"What kind of friend? Brotherly friend? Friend friend... Or friend... that you find so hot you wouldn't mind tapping and would gladly give up your V card too,"

I laughed, my cheeks turning a bright shade of red. Ivy gasped, getting my blush the whole wrong way. "You've already given him your V card!"

Suzannah and Shannon began to giggle with the scandal. "What? No! I haven't. I mean... Alec and I are just friends. That's all we can ever be,"

Ivy frowned, taking her hands off my shoulders and crossing them over her chest. "Oh.. Why?"

"Because... His family and mine are too different."

"Like," Shannon interjected, blinking still. Girl needed to get over the awe thing. Alec would be here the entire day. Well, if he didn't get hungry that is. "how different?"

I shrugged. "I don't know?"

"Wait, is he a vegetarian?" Suzannah asked, causing Shannon to nod along.

"Alec? A vegetarian?" I scoffed. "No, he's one hundred percent meat eater," Oh, the irony of what I was saying.

"Oh, and you're not?"

It was tragic that my family called ourselves vegetarians. I suppose this was my way out, considering they wouldn't dwell on the differences for long. Not with the look in Ivy's eyes. She clearly wanted him.

"Something like that, yeah."

"Ooooooooh," Shannon said; nodding. "well, he's really, really hot."

"Is he?" I smirked. Play dumb, that was the way to go. "I've never really noticed."

All eyes widened, this time with disbelief. "Renesmee, do you need glasses or something? That guy makes Nathan look like shit!" Ivy hissed, looking offended.

Ouch. Harsh. But it was true. Alec was that good looking, due to his vampirism. I guessed it was a pro and a con to be beautiful. It lured humans in for the meal and yet when you wished to blend, it always caused you to stand out. Not that I believed Alec had any problem with standing out. In fact, I secretly thought he enjoyed all this attention and was perfectly used to it.

"I guess," I shrugged. "I've never really thought of him like that before,"

"Where is he from?" Suzannah said, beaming with light.

"Uh..." Crap, Renesmee. Think! "Ask him, he's better at explaining the situation than me."

Ivy giggled, nodding. "I suppose we could ask him at lunch," I rolled my eyes. These girls were acting like love sick puppies. Nice one Alec. "How long is he here for?" Ivy then asked.

I shrugged. "Until he decides to go home?"

"I'd chain him to my bed and never let him leave." Shannon said, causing both girls to giggle and agree. What a lovely mental image to take home to my dad. Alec, chained to my bed. Yup. Surprise dad, my friends are getting me to think sexually now!

As the bell sounded, I wandered on in towards the door; Ivy, Shannon and Suzannah hounded around me, still chatting about this guy. By first period, it had travelled round there was a new kid and he wasn't on the average side. Alec was hot news. Every few seconds I'd hear 'new kid' or 'new hottie.' It would have got tiring, if I wasn't the talk also.

In history, the empty seat beside me was stolen. Alec had managed to talk the office woman into getting him into every single one of my lessons. Meaning, more Alec. More publicity. More questions. More attention.

Alec, sitting smugly beside me. Unaffected by the looks he was receiving. Why would he be affected? Alec was older than the whole class's ages put together; including the teacher. He was superior to them all and I could tell he would be up to something.

History was the lesson I also shared with Nathan. Again, he sat up the front. Much like our English class. Alec would no doubt be in that class also. Well, he did say his goal was to assess Nathan.

"Which one is it?" Alec whispered as the teacher droned on about the civil war.

I sighed, ducking my head down onto the table. "The one with the jock jacket."

Nathan was the only jock in the class. He was surrounded by the laid backs, though. Chris Beam was one of them. Across from their desk was Brittany and her gang of followers. They were glancing behind them to look at Alec every now and then.

"Alright, I shall be keeping a close eye on him." He nudged me; making my head roll onto its side so I was looking up at him with my head still on the table.

He flashed me a subtle wink and a smile; I was about to call him a cocky prick, though when Mr. Yates yelled; causing me to jump out of my skin, all attention towards Alec had vanished.

"Miss Cullen! Does this look like your bedroom?"

"No sir," I mused.

"Then please, rest your head in your free time. Not during my lesson,"

I took my opportunity to nod, cheeks probably burning by now, and accepted my warning. Mr. Yates wasn't one to argue with.

"Now, can you tell me the main reason as to why the war was broken out into?" He asked, glaring right at me.

"I.. uh, no sir."

"As I suspected, the war was due to a disagreement with the—" Mr. Yates began, though Alec cleared his throat loud enough to cause the entire class yet again to turn around and face us. Only, this time, eyes were on him.

"If I may be so bold," Alec said aloud and clear, "There was no specific reason as to why the South went to war with the North. In general, it's said there are a few reasons. I can think of four at the top of my head, however there may be more." Alec said, effortlessly.

Mr. Yates obviously saw the challenge to make yet another student look like a idiot. He had no idea who he was going against. Oh please, Alec. Go gentle on him.. His ego and pride is all he has left.

"And what would these reasons be? Care to share with the class?"

Alec gave a taunting, devious smile. "But of course. One, economic and social differences between the North and the South. With Eli Whitney's invention of the cotton gin in 1793, cotton became very profitable. This machine was able to reduce the time it took to separate seeds from the cotton. However, at the same time the increase in the number of plantations willing to move from other crops to cotton meant the greater need for a large amount of cheap labor, i.e. slaves. Thus, the southern economy became a one crop economy, depending on cotton and therefore on slavery."

I felt as if I should be taking notes from Alec. But who was I kidding. I had at least a couple more weeks, maybe even months to get all this information from him. I could see others writing down what he was saying; clearly impressed. Most just stared, completely dazed at Alec's knowledge. I myself was dazed. How it was possible for so much information to be locked up into one little, but perfect head was unbelievable! Maybe, as the years go by... I'd get that smart.

"Two, states versus federal rights. Since the time of the Revolution, two camps emerged: those arguing for greater states rights and those arguing that the federal government needed to have more control. The first organized government in the US after the American Revolution was under the Articles of Confederation. The thirteen states formed a loose confederation with a very weak federal government."

Again, pens began to jot down information down onto the paper.

"Three, the fight between Slave and Non-Slave State Proponents. As America began to expand, first with the lands gained from the Louisiana Purchase and later with the Mexican War, the question of whether new states admitted to the union would be slave or free. And lastly, four."

Alec took a breath, his eyes flicking left and right. "Growth of the Abolition Movement. Increasingly, the northerners became more polarized against slavery. Sympathies began to grow for abolitionists and against slavery and slaveholders."

Alec finished this all off with a smug smile. His arms crossed over his chest, clearly pleased with himself. I myself felt honored to be sitting next to him, never the less staring at him in awe! The Volturi may have the reputation to be cruel and sadistic, but they sure as hell knew their history.

The look on Mr. Yates face was priceless. Disbelief, annoyance, embarrassment. The list went on. I had to fight back the urge to laugh. In fact, I had to put my hand over my mouth; keeping it covered just in case any smug little laughter decided to fall out.

"Ver—" Mr. Yates began, but Alec's voice interrupted him.

"Oh, and five: The election of Abraham Lincoln. Even though things were already coming to a head, when Lincoln was elected in 1860, South Carolina issued its "Declaration of the Causes of Secession." They believed that Lincoln was anti-slavery and in favor of Northern interests. Before Lincoln was even president, seven states had seceded from the Union: South Carolina, Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas." He quickly added.

Mr. Yates was obviously past boiling point. I swear I could see steam coming out of his ears.

"Anything else to add?" He snapped back towards Alec. Alec shrugged.

"I may think of others as the lesson progresses. Please, carry on."

Mr. Yates, now sending death glares towards Alec— who was simply grinning them off in a smug manner, as if he'd won— walked up the aisle towards our desk. Alec didn't show any signs of being uncomfortable or intimidated.

"And what is your name again?"

"Alec."

"Alec what?"

"Just Alec," He said, totally unaffected. I envied his bravery. Especially towards Mr. Yates!

Mr. Yates didn't bother arguing. He knew it was a lost cause. With the way Alec was owning his ass, it would have just made him look more of an ass than he already was. The pro of his little action, Alec gave me the victory smile and wink. Downer was the fact he now had the attention of Brittany, Mercedes and even Amber. All, watching him. I dreaded to think what was going through their minds. Especially Brittany. Another pro, I guess; Nathan was laughing, as was the laid backs. Giving nods back towards Alec. He had gained respect for standing up to one of the most feared teachers in Forks high and gotten away with it!

—xXx—

Alec continued to correct Mr. Yates on mostly everything he said throughout the lesson. At one point, I either thought he was going to throw Alec out or ask him if he wanted to teach the lesson instead. That would be a sight and a half, because from what I knew of Alec so far, he would've agreed to it and most probably done a better job at getting information into our brains than what Mr. Yates does during his lectures. Once the bell rang, announcing our freedom, and Mr. Yates freedom from his new nemesis, I gathered my things while Alec stood waiting for me. He was receiving compliments from the laid backs, telling him he was cool, etc. I was sure Nathan even said 'you rock' to him.

Pulling my bag onto my shoulder; Alec's hand took the remaining book on the table. I quickly grabbed at it also, but he didn't let his hold on it go. Neither did I.

"I'll carry this for you," He said with, what I figured, his trademark cocky half smile.

"I can do it myself," I frowned.

"I'm being polite."

"You're being annoying." I corrected.

"You're being stubborn,"

I set a glare. I knew I was stubborn, but to have others say so —and Alec said it quite a lot— countlessly, was annoying. I decided, due to his attempt at saving me from humiliation, I would allow him without any arguments. I, reluctantly, let my hold on the book go. He grinned with victory yet again. Smart ass.

"Would you like me to carry your bag also?"

"No, you carrying my books is eno—"

"Alec,"

Oh god. The nasal, queen bee herself; along with all her followers standing behind her; Mercedes and Amber up front. Amber, was playing with her hair. Obviously trying to use one of her tactics on Alec. I doubted she would be able to stand five minutes with him. She might have been the queen at seduction, but she was nothing compared to Alec. In fact, if I were to compare Alec to Amber, she was more of a duchess than a queen. Alec, was the king. Master of the seduction and owner of the charm. Compared to Alec, Amber had no idea how to drive someone crazy with want or need. I should know, I had his flirty comments, sparkly little eye thing, cocky smile to live with until he went home. Oh, that'll be the day. When I finally have my mind under control.

Alec turned, looking right at them. Individually. His eyes rested on Brittany, for she was the one who spoke. Alec let the book fall to his side in a casual move, keeping a firm hold of it. I stood behind him, head down.

"Yes?" He didn't seem affected by Brittany at all. In fact, his face kinda looked... bored. That was strange. Every guy wanted Brittany! She was... perfect!

"What you did... It was really cool," She beamed, leaning her side against the table. "Perhaps... when you're not busy you could stop by my place and give me a personal tutoring,"

Ooh, sly move. It wouldn't be tutoring she would end up wanting. I scoffed silently.

"Uh," Alec arched a brow, "Who are you again?"

My eyes widened. Largely. Oh no he didn't! He did not just ask who Brittany freaking Hill was! That was like... suicide. A insult to the queen bee herself. I waited for the shuttling fingers of Mercedes, texting away to ruin him. But to my surprise, Brittany giggled, flicking her long blond hair over her shoulder. Her followers giggled also.

"You're funny," Alec didn't seem none the wiser. He simply glanced towards me over his shoulder and then back towards her. "I'm Brittany. Brittany Hill," She put out a hand, clearly waiting for him to take it. She had obviously overheard what he had done to Shannon, Suzannah and Ivy.

Alec did take it, gave it a gentle shake and then let it fall again. She laughed, bemused. But returned to her attempt in flirting. "So, about the tutoring,"

"Actually, Brittany," Alec said, pausing for effect. Oh, he was good. "I'm sure Mr. Yates was just having a bad day, perhaps if you ask him he would be more than willing with helping you, if you'll excuse me... Reny and I gotta' get to our next class,"

Alec's free hand moved behind him, taking hold of my arm and pulling me out from behind him. I smiled, awkwardly towards the three girls, stunned, confused and obviously left in shock due to his rejection. "Nice meeting you though,"

That was all Alec said before pulling me along out of the class with him. As soon as we reached the corridor, I pulled my arm free.

"Are you insane?"

"What do you mean?"

"I mean... That was Brittany Hill. Any guy, and I mean any, I'm sure even a few girls would die to talk to her... For her to be interested in them which she clearly was with you,"

Alec rolled his eyes, continuing to walk the corridors. I followed him, stunned myself.

"Renesmee, maybe you're forgetting... I'm not here in order to mess around with some human girls emotions, as fun as it sounds. I'm here on a mission to work on a report for you and... much to my own confusion, I'm in this building full of... blood bags to try and make your life a little easier. I have no interest in that girl what so ever."

"Make my life easier? If you decide I'm to die in the end, this would all be for nothing."

"Perhaps, but at least I'd be able to say I had fun."

"You're a jerk,"

"No..." Alec said, that cocky grin returning back down to me. I stared at him, amazed at how icy he could be sometimes. "I'm the jerk."

Just as I opened my mouth to speak, another voice overpowered my own. This time, I was the one left amazed.

"Hey Nessie,"

Nathan. Walking past me with his friends. They all smiled towards me, giving nods and subtle 'hellos' also. Was I imagining things? Alec, watched Nathan walk past; not caring as to what they may be thinking. Blushing brightly, I cleared my throat; nervously. "Hi, Nathan.."

He past after a lingering glance over his shoulder towards me, then his attention went right back to his friends. Taunting and teasing. My attention went back to Alec after the small mental spasm. He wasn't looking at me though; he was still watching Nathan and his group walk on through the corridor.

"We have English, don't we?" Alec said out of the blue.

"What? Yeah... But still, Alec—"

"I think we should get going." Alec said, cutting me off and beginning to walk. In a confused, pissed of glare, I followed after him. Who the hell did he think he was? Walking away from me when I was in the middle of saying something? Rude much? But then again, I knew exactly who he thought he was. He thought he was Alec of the Volturi. He cared not for anyone else but himself. He went along with Aro's rules and missions. He was Aro's little bitch boy. I'd be sure to tell him this. Our next argument, which I knew would come along... Soon.

Alec stopped at the door, allowing me to walk in first. Nathan was sitting; his eyes moved up to me as I walked in; Alec behind me. He gave a smile which I gladly returned. Taking a seat, Alec was quick to sit beside me. I expected him to make a comment, or say 'there you go' and hand me my book back but he didn't. He just put it onto the table and sat silently. Watching the front. I had suspicions as to what he was watching, or should I say 'who' considering it was all part of his little plan. What was his little plan in the first place? How exactly did he plan on getting Nathan interested in me? It wasn't like I had any qualities he liked. Nathan and I, to what I know, have nothing in common. Sure, our parents went to highschool together, but other than that... We were from two different worlds, literally.

After the first five minutes of the lesson, it began to get slightly worrying. Alec had gone all this time without saying anything. Emotionless and unreadable. I would say he was thinking, but he didn't have the slight movement in his eyes I noticed when he thought. He was just... watching. Oh no, what if he was hungry? Red alert. Red freaking alert!

"Alec," I whispered. No reaction.

"Are you... thirsty?"

Alec shook his head. Only a little, but I noticed the move.

"Are you... upset?"

Again, he shook his head.

"What are you doing?"

Alec, through the corner of his eye looked towards me; reassuring me that everything was fine. He winked. Alright, he was okay. Same old Alec. He was just... observing. Or paying attention, considering it was about Romeo and Juliet. I half expected Alec to be all over the subject, pointing out the flaws in what Mr. Herd had to say. But there was nothing. Not even the slightest peep out of him. He was like stone. Returning to that brick wall I once compared him too, only he was more like a brick wall now more than ever.

The entire lesson, of writing down little notes; Alec sat motionless. When the bell chimed, Alec was the first out of the classroom. I had to hurry and grab my books and bag— no time in putting them in my bag— to keep up. Alec was standing by my locker. How did he know it was... Oh, wait. The scent thing.

"What's wrong?" I said, clearly startled with his quick escape.

Alec wasted no time, though. In one swift move, I had my back pressed against my locker. His eyes bore right into mine as if they were peering into my soul. I was too stunned to talk, to move, to think, to breathe. He had caught me off guard completely, I was like a doll in his arms. A hand of his was in my hair. I felt it brushing strands that had fallen. His skin was so cold against mine. Though, traces where he touched left a burning, warm sensation. Trickling through my veins and up my spine. His actions did confuse me to say the least, but it was mainly the look in his eyes. The longing passion, the desire, the heat all lingering within those violet slits. Piercing into my soul and leaving my heart hammering against my chest and my bottom lip to quiver. The other hand of his was on my hip, pinning me to the cold steel of the locker. The steel's coldness held nothing against the icy touch of this god like immortal, taking my very breath away.

With one more gentle stroke of his hand in my hair, Alec moved away letting out a breath. "There."

I blinked several times before words could come and even then, I was struggling on things to say.

"Wh... Ho... Eh?"

"Relax, Reny," He rolled his eyes. "This Nathan boy.. He's interested. I sat watching him the entire lesson. While you had your head down, writing notes.. He'd look up just to look at you. Of course, he'd look right back down again once he caught me looking."

Okay, now I was really confused. Nathan liked me, Alec's plan was to determine if he liked me or not and it turns out he does and yet he pulls a stunt like that? One that could possibly be around the school within moments? Nathan would find out and that would be the end of that.

"Then why did you do that?"

"Because, Renesmee." He chuckled, "I've seen this before. This guy won't make a move unless someone else is interested. Because you've not had a guy before, no guy wants to be the first. So... The moment he saw me do that—"

"He saw?" Oh yes, that was it. The whole dream of me and Nathan was over. I may as well pack my things and move now!

"Let me finish. The moment he saw me do that... He feels pushed into making a move himself. Guys want what other guys want."

My brows pulled into a frown. "So... What you're saying is... We're going to make him jealous in order for him to do something?"

"That's exactly it."

"Count me out."

Alec groaned in annoyance, leaning back onto the locker himself. I pushed him aside. He simply slid to the locker beside mine, while I opened my own and threw a few things inside.

"C'mon Renesmee. Think about it... Nathan as your prom date... Think of the pictures,"

I bet Nathan look good in pictures. Especially with our theme.. Him, all dressed up looking amazing. Me, looking like some queen. The pictures would look good. No, Renesmee. Stop it! Think about it. You'll be manipulating him! You're not like that. You're not like Alec!

"No,"

"Fifteen points if you let me carry on and I assure you, he will ask you to this prom."

I opened my mouth to say no again, but then I re-heard what he said. He assured me. That was a promise. Alec always kept his word...

"You assure me?"

"I wouldn't have said it if I wasn't positive."

"Fifteen points also?"

"Mmhm. Deal?"

I paused, thinking about it. Then, I nodded; a vindictive grin appearing on my lips. "Deal. So, what do we do?"

"That's easy," He shrugged. "Act like a couple,"

Oh god. I knew there was a catch.

A/N:

There we go. So, the next update won't be as quick as the next one. I'm off for the weekend working and won't return until the 10th. I hope you enjoyed this chapter. I found it rather fun to write. Please, please, please review. If I come back and I have 55 reviews, I will be a happy, happy, happy person! I will update right away if I get that many. Think you can do it?

Anyway, thanks for reading! Means a lot!

-C.H.