Into You
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Anyway, let's see how Edward reacts now realizing that the puppy he found is Bella's dog. ;)
Chapter 5 – When Two Worlds Collide
'Cause all I need
Is a beauty and a beat
Who can make my life complete
It's all 'bout you
When the music makes you move
Baby do it like you do
~ Justin Bieber
Previously…
The minute I opened the door, I nearly stumbled as I froze in my spot. My eyes bulged so big that I'm pretty sure they were the size of plates at the person on my doorsteps. Wearing dark jeans and a light grey hoodie, her dark brown hair tied in a ponytail with sunglasses in her hands, even without the makeup, she was recognizable to the public eye.
"Hello Edward!" Bella smiled.
Edward's POV
All I did was just stood there and stared at the person in front of me. Everything inside me just froze instantly. My brain felt like it was stunned. Okay, I've lost it, I have a Bella problem here guys. There is no way Bella Swan, the girl who played Evelyn Walker on Rainbow Garden, singer, teen icon, daughter of Charlie and Renee Swan, and America's princess is here, at my house… standing right in front of me! There's just no fucking way! But no matter how many times I try to repeat it, there was no denying that she is here. She is definitely the real deal. But if she's here, then that would mean…
HOLY SHIT!
"… Um, can I get a minute here?" I asked and then gently closed the door before she could respond as I closed my eyes finally. I opened them slightly and looked at who is in my hands.
"YOU'RE BELLA'S DOG!" I let out a squeal as my body was vibrating with excitement. Get a grip Cullen! I thought as I calm myself down; taking some quick deep breaths like I was about to go into inner peace and shook it off, hoping Bella didn't hear me, and opened the door to see her standing there like she hadn't left her spot.
"Hello Bella." I greeted her, trying to sound casual about it while looking natural, hopefully. Before Bella could respond, a bark let out and Bella's eyes lit up as she saw who I have.
"Oh thank you so much for finding my baby!" She said as I handed her dog back to her having the little puppy in her arms. "Oh Fluff, are you okay? You had mommy worried sick. Don't you ever run off from me ever again." She said as she gave the dog some kisses before Fluff started licking her face. "I can't believe you were able to find her." Bella said as she turned to me.
"Y-Yeah, my sister and I were walking home when we found her wandering around in our neighborhood." I said. "I didn't noticed that this was your dog." Now that I said it, when we found the little puppy, she did look similar to Bella's dog. I mean I've seen pictures and videos of her on Bella's social media account but what were the odds that she is that Fluff?
"Yeah, well as you can see, Fluff did had a purple ribbon tied to her ear which she lost when she went missing." Bella explained as she scratched Fluff's ear. Well now that makes sense apparently. I thought. "I'm surprised at how she made it all the way here in Forks."
"I wonder that as well." I said as I looked at the dog who just stared at me happily. That's when I realized I was being rude about something. "Oh um, would you like to come inside?" I asked.
"Sure." Bella smiled as I stepped aside to let Bella in with Fluff. Holy shit. Did I actually let Bella Swan into my house? And she said yes?! Okay, this cannot be happening to me. First the concert, the interaction of my post on Instagram and now this?! How did I get this lucky all of sudden? I just can't believe Bella is now inside my house! How the hell did I let this happen? This is all too good to be true.
After I closed the door and was by Bella's side, there was a high pitch scream causing me to cover my ears, which proved to be futile where I'm sure Canada can hear it, as every photo frame on the wall of my family photos made cracks and a vase suddenly exploded with water as the yellow and orange roses fell down. Jesus fucking Christ, my sister's a screamer! I thought as I was able to see her at the top of the stairs screaming at the top of her lungs when she saw who I was with.
"BELLA!" She cried as she dashed down the stairs, without tripping over surprisingly, and tackled Bella for a hug.
"Hello Renesmee, it's so good to see you again." Bella smiled as she returned the hug with one arm.
"What are you doing here?" Nessie asked looking so excited when she lifted her head up to face Bella.
"I came to pick up my dog you guys found." Bella answered.
"This is your dog?!" Nessie gasped.
"Yes, say hello to Fluff." Bella smiled as she got down on Nessie's level and then held her dog up to my sister's face. "Fluff, would you like to thank Nessie here for helping you?" Fluff then responded by licking Nessie's nose and then everywhere on her face.
"Hehehe, Fluff, stop, that really tickles!" Nessie giggled as the dog continues to lick her face until Bella brings her back to herself as she stood up and then turned to me.
"How about a thank you for Edward?" Bella said holding Fluff right into my face and the dog did not hesitate one bit when she leaned forward so quick and started assaulting me with her tongue.
"Whoa, okay, okay, you're welcome. Stop, stop, stop!" I chuckled as I try to get Fluff to stop but she continues licking my face furiously.
"Wow, she really likes you guys. You must have taken good care of her." Bella said in amazement.
"I think liking is an understatement." I said as my hands were taking the licking from the puppy.
"Uh…" The licking finally stopped, and I turned, drying my face off with the sleeve of my shirt, to see my mother there, looking at us in surprised.
"Um, Bella, this our mother Esme. Mom, I believe you know who this is." I said, introducing the two women together.
"Um, hello Mrs. Cullen. It's nice to meet you." Bella said as she bit her lips and lowered her head a tiny bit.
"You're Bella Swan?!" Esme said in complete shock.
"Um, yeah." Bella said nervously. Oh please mom, don't scare her away. I prayed.
"Charlie Swan's daughter?!" Of course she would go to that.
"That would be correct." Bella slowly nodded.
"You're that Bella on the big poster my son has in his room?" Esme asked causing me to turn red.
"I-I-I do not have a poster of Bella in my room." I spluttered and nervously turned to Bella hoping she didn't think I was some obsessive fan that wants her in demand. Thankfully in some way, she just giggled.
"Yeah you do, you even have a big cardboard of her as well." Nessie said causing me to be even redder from embarrassment.
"T-That's Demetri's. He doesn't want Heidi knowing about it." I said turning my head away while scratching the back of my head. Okay normally, I'm nice to my little sister and everything, but can she please shut up?
"But –"
"Nessie, didn't you wanna give Fluff something before she leaves?" I asked, turning my head back, hoping to get everyone distracted about my obsession with Bella.
"Oh yeah, here!" Nessie said, thankfully distracted, as she held up two of her small animal dolls. "They're for you so that she won't forget me." She explained to Bella as she handed her the dolls.
"Why thank you Nessie, although I'm sure Fluff would never forget you, not after how you found and took care of her for me." Bella smiled, accepting the toys.
"Oh, this is your dog?" Esme asked as she came over to us.
"Yes, Fluff is my dog and it's thanks to your children that my dog is safe and sound." Bella said and looked at my sister and me. "Anyway, I can't thank you guys enough for finding Fluff and taking good care of her. I really want to give you an award for it."
"Oh, n-no, Bella, w-we couldn't take your money." I said, feeling surprised about it. No matter how big of a check it is. "You already allowed us to sing with you at your concert."
"No, no, you don't understand how much this means to me." Bella said. "I was so devastated when I lost Fluff. I almost ripped my mother a new a-… a new one for thinking I should just go buy a new dog. I thought I lost Fluff forever if it wasn't for you guys. I really want to repay you as my way of saying thanks. Anything you want, just name it."
Go out with me. I mentally smack myself for that. Thank god I said it in my head and not out loud. I mean seriously, what is wrong with me here? Plus, I'm sure Bella wouldn't go that far to thank me. Besides, this is just repayment for me and my family.
"R-Really Bella, just seeing you again is just an honor." I said nervously.
"No, that's not enough in my book, Edward. This is about my baby who is my whole world here. I know Fluff would say the same thing." Bella said as Fluff barked happily.
"Well Bella, I'm sure my children have a lot posters, magazines and photos they all have in their rooms they would love for you to sign. Most of them are Edward's." Esme suggested causing me to give her an annoyed look that says "You're not helping me!" Seriously, is she trying to make me look like a crazy fan girl in front of Bella?
"Oh I'm sure I can give out more than just a few autographs. Please? There must be something I could do to repay you guys. Anything you want. I mean anything." Bella said, like she was being desperate.
Ohhhhhhh, she's gonna regret that. I thought as my mind was bouncing around with excitement. Here I am with Bella again after finding out that Fluff is actually the dog my sister and I found and now she's dead serious about repaying us for finding her. Basically, I pretty much own Bella. She pretty much would do anything for me. Like anything I want. But what can I offer to Bella that doesn't sound over the top or too far so that I don't look like I'm taking advantage of her as some pushover?
"I know!" Nessie announced having our attention on her. "You can come to my birthday party this Saturday!" She said excitedly causing me to be surprised at the idea.
"Oh, your birthday's this Saturday?" Bella asked with interest.
"No, it's Friday but we're having a party on Saturday. My friends and all the kids in my class will be there. You can come too!" Nessie said, smiling big.
"Oh sweetie, that's nice of you, but I'm sure Bella's busy and has to go somewhere." Esme said, sadly bringing up a good point. Dammit!
"Actually, I had my final concert in Seattle and I only got a few interviews and meetings next month while the production of the sequel of To All The Boys I Loved Before doesn't start until next year. Which means I'm free for this month, so I would love to come to your party." Bella smiled as she turned to Nessie. Oh hell yeah! I thought as I was pumping my fists in my mind. I'll get to see Bella again!
"Really?!" Nessie said like she couldn't believe it.
"Yes, on one condition," Bella said to my sister. "I'll go if you and your brother come to my birthday party on Sunday." She smiled causing Nessie to squeal as she hugged Bella tightly while I just stood there in shock. Fuck, Bella invited me to her party? Not just any party; a party where she invites all the famous people, including her costars?! Okay, I don't know how this could get any better!
"Can we go there, please?!" Nessie begged mom. Oh please mom, please say yes!
"Well as long as Edward is there and keeps an eye on her, then I can't say no." Esme smiled as she turned to me. Oh hell yeah!
"Ye-Ye," I cleared my throat. "We would love to." I said causing Nessie squeal while Bella smiled big. This is just by far the greatest day of my life!
"Is it okay I bring some of my friends to the party? I'm sure they'd love to come." Bella asked.
"Of course they can, Bella. The more the merrier." Esme smiled.
"Okay, well, just let me know the time and place. You can run it to Edward, he has my number after all." Bella smiled to me. Huh?
I was confused for a split second until it hit me, causing my eyes to widen at the realization. The phone call, the person I was talking to, the one who answered, the one who claims that I was calling on her friend's phone, I was calling on Bella's phone… that was Bella's number… the text message…
…
HOLY SHIT I'VE BEEN TEXTING BELLA!
"Well, it was great seeing you guys, and it's nice meeting you Mrs. Cullen. I'll see you on Saturday. I can't wait." Bella said, smiling before she has Fluff secured in her arms and walked herself out the door.
"Edward?" Esme said after the door closes and looks at me in concern.
"Big brother?" Nessie said and I gave neither of them a response as I just stood there, my eyes still widened until suddenly I ended up lying on the floor after slowly falling backwards somehow where all I could see for some reason is four of me and Bella running around in a ring as I was in a complete daze, from the highlight of my life.
The week went by pretty quick. School started off now being less relaxing ready for the real learning to begin. We had a game on Thursday where we easily defeated the Bulldogs in a shutout. Everyone seem to think the days are like any ordinary day, but they didn't experience what I went through.
I didn't say anything about what happened with Bella to my friends. Not yet. I'm still mind blown about it myself. How would you think they would react? Plus, I'm not sure if they could contain themselves and keep their mouths shut, not that I don't trust them, even though Jessica is such a chatterbox and won't let something like this slip to the public but still, we're talking about Bella coming to my sister's birthday party. That means it's about Nessie, not Bella. So people hearing about it and coming over only to see Bella would be very insulting to my sister like Bella is taking all the attention for herself, not that she would of course, and there's no way in hell would I allowed that to happen. Call me selfish, I know but I do what is right for Nessie. I want her to have the best birthday ever and with Bella attending, I'm sure it will be.
So I kept it quiet for the rest of the week. Nessie on the other hand told everyone in her class but thankfully, although they will be coming, they don't believe about Bella coming, to be true. Well, they will be so shocked about the truth. And luckily, my sister never said anything about Bella in front of my friends. I could imagine the looks on their faces if they found out before the big day. It would probably be like when I told them how I thought I saw Bella at the game last week. Just more in disbelief.
"I can't believe you and your parents pulled all of this together in one night." Angela said in amazement, admiring the decoration that was setup in my backyard on a Saturday afternoon.
"Well, if we had more time, we would've actually hired professionals to dress up as Disney characters from Disney world." I said as I was blowing up the balloon from the helium tank and then tied it up with a string. "Luckily, one of my mom's coworker's daughter works there and hooked us up with the costumes."
"And your sister doesn't suspect this?" Ben asked as I handed the balloon for him to hold with the rest in his hands.
"Why do you think my parents and I sent her over to Alison's house for a birthday sleepover last night?" I asked as I was done and closed the gap of the helium tank. "My sister's a Disneyholic apart from being a fan of the teen show which thankfully is rated PG. So, either way, Nessie's gonna love it."
"Dude, you guys just spoil your sister so much." Ben said as we were tying up the balloons around the places for the finishing touch.
"Eh, what can we say, we love her; she's our princess." I said, smiling. Although I couldn't believe that my little sister is now seven today. God, how much she has grown so quickly. Is it wrong for me to say that I wish for Renesmee to stop growing up and stay my baby sister forever? She's sweet and innocent and not to mention an angel. It's no wonder she is loved by everyone, including random people she meets. I mean, how can you not love my sister?
"Well I hope this princess appreciates us for putting in the effort of the party for her." Alec said as he and the rest of my friends showed up in costumes just like Ben, Angela and I are in.
"Yeah, it's one thing I have to wear those ties during game day, but this is ridiculous." Seth said as he was trying the best he can to adjust the suit he is wearing.
"Why? You look so handsome." Jane said to him.
"I wasn't complaining." Seth quickly said and turned away where I was able to catch his blush causing me to chuckle.
"Well here's a complaint; do you know how many favors I had to call in with one of the bounce-house guys to get Mulan in it?" Demetri asked.
"Is that even Mulan?" I asked as we saw the big bounce house and took a closer look at it that had a picture of a woman in a Chinese armor that looks sort of like Mulan… in ways.
"Technically, it's somewhat of a Vietnamese knock off called "Lucy Liu, Before She Realizes She Was Dressing Up Like A Man." Demetri said after putting it into a thought.
"Well, she's seven. I doubt she or any of the kids can tell the difference." I said.
The theme for Nessie's birthday party is Disney and we got everything that is Disney related; balloons, foods, the bounce house and karaoke, you name it. And to top it off, my parents and friends and I wore costumes to dress up for everyone's favorite Disney characters. We thought if we're having a Disney theme party, why not bring it to life. Alec was dressed as Prince Eric from The Little Mermaid, Angela and Ben are Jasmine and Aladdin, Jessica is Elsa, Demetri and Heidi are Eugene and Rapunzel from Tangled, and Jane and Seth are Cinderella and Prince Charming while I am dressed as Prince Adam in his human form from Beauty and The Beast. The guys and I didn't have trouble finding costumes of the princes from the Disney franchise but for the girls, that was an interesting thing to watch. They all wanted to be Cinderella, and how could they not? So how did Jane, who is scary for someone so tiny, ended up being Cinderella you ask? Well it's simple; she said she wanted to be Cinderella, as did the other girls, and then she said and quote, "You bitches got a problem with that? We can settle it right now!" So that's why they all immediately voted that Jane should be Cinderella. Need I say more?
I told Bella about the party via text message and calls and informed her about the costumes she and her friends will be dressed as when they get here. I'm surprised that during those days, Bella and I were communicating that actually led to a conversation. It was fun talking to her as if she wasn't a celebrity. Hell, I don't see her as just a celebrity. She's just like me, like my friends, like everyone else that lives a normal life. How does a person live the life of fame and still live out their lives like regular people? I don't know how Bella did it but she's amazing. The more I got to know Bella, there was something deep inside me that was giving me a weird feeling. Weird, but good in a way. I'm not even sure if that makes sense. Whatever it is, it's hard to shake it off, like an itch that won't go away. I just wish I knew what is going on with me.
Anyway, once everything was set up and all the presents that already came were placed on the table near where the cake will be, the guests have arrived and over twenty kids with their parents or guardians were present waiting for the birthday girl to arrive. It wasn't long until I saw my mother arrived dressed as Snow White came out with my father dressed as the prince from the movie.
"She and Alison and her family are on their way. Everyone get ready." She said and everyone one of us got in position facing the door where soon, Alison and her family arrived with the guest of honor up front.
"Surprise! Happy Birthday!" We all yelled causing Nessie to be excited.
"There she is!" I said as Nessie jumped into my arms for a hug as I lifted her up. "Happy Birthday kiddo!"
"Thank you Edward!" Nessie said as she kissed my cheek before I set her down. "You look so handsome!" She added after admiring my costume.
"Well you look very beautiful, like a princess." I said giving her a smile as I took in her adorable purple dress she was wearing. It suited her perfectly.
"She's not a princess if she doesn't have this," Carlisle said as he came over and placed a tiara on my sister's head. "There, now she is truly a princess." He smiled.
"Thanks daddy!" Nessie smiled as she hugged our dad.
"Alright, my beautiful children, let me get a picture of you two!" Esme said pulling out her phone from her belt bag she and the girls are wearing.
"Oh boy," I sighed.
"No complaining, this is for your family in Alaska." Esme said like that was her final decision. I just shrugged and I got down on my knee and posed with Nessie for my mom to take twenty photos of us. Make that fifty when she then included my friends to be in it. "Okay, your father and I have to get the food ready. You guys are in charge and make sure no one gets hurt." She said to me and my friends, that last part directly at Demetri.
"Jeez, why did she had to take a jab at me for? I didn't let anything happen to your sister." Demetri said to me.
"She wasn't talking about her." I smirked, causing us minus Demetri to burst out laughing as he got behind me in a playful choke hold until I got him off of me.
"Edward, is she here yet?" Nessie asked, looking all excited.
"Not yet, but she will be here soon." I said, knowing who she's talking about. At least I hope she is. I thought. I really wanted to see Bella again. "Hey sis, Mrs. Cope actually came. Go say hi to her." I said pointing at the elderly lady that came out the door and sat down with Aro and his wife. She has been my mom's tutor when she was young and has since then been considered like another grandmother to me due to how sweet she is. Nessie got excited as she took off to see her.
"Damn, I didn't know your sister was that excited to see Mrs. Cope. You and your family have brunch at her place every Sunday." Heidi said.
"Oh no, actually, Nessie invited someone she met this week to come here." I explained.
"Really? Who else she invited?" Alec asked just as Jessica came back to us, putting her phone away from what I'm guessing is taking a selfie. As soon as she was sure her phone was secured, she looked up and suddenly, her eyes widened as she slapped my chest clutching on to it.
"OW! What the fuck?" I asked as I got her to let go of me. Does she not know I'm still recovering from when I got tackled hard from one of the opponent's defensive end?
"Oh! My! God!" Jessica said, sounding speechless as she wasn't even looking at me or my friends. "Is that who I think it is?!" She said and we looked at her direction. What we saw caused me to smile as I saw who my parents were talking to, while my friends did a couple double take.
"What the hell?!" Demetri said.
"Say what?!" Ben said.
"No way!" Jane said.
"Oh my gosh!" Angela gasped.
"You're kidding me!" Alec said.
"Eep!" Heidi said.
"Holy shit!" Seth said. "Is that –"
"Shut up! You're gonna jinx it!" Jessica said trying to shush them while still watching my parents talking to Bella with her friends.
"Is that really Bella Swan?!" Alec asked.
"Yeah." I smiled while nodding my head in excitement.
"That's not all, her costars from Rainbow Garden are here!" Heidi said seeing Bella is joined by Alice, Emmett, Rosalie, Jacob, Jasper, and Victoria.
"Please tell me I'm seeing things here!" Angela said, wiping her glasses to be sure they're weren't fogging her eye sights before putting them back on.
"Nope, that is definitely the stars of Rainbow Garden." I said.
"Oh my gosh, I can't breathe! I can't breathe! I can't breathe!" Jane said fanning herself as she was turning back and forth on the verge of freak out until, without warning, she gave out a squeak and fainted, falling straight to the ground with no one to catch her as everyone was too speechless to do so since they were too dumbstruck about what they're witnessing.
"W-W-What are they doing here?" Seth asked me as Nessie ran over to Bella in excitement.
"Nessie and I found Bella's dog and actually guilted her into coming here." I explained. "For the record, we didn't know that was Fluff until Bella showed up at my doorsteps."
"Dude, have I ever told you how much I love you?!" Demetri asked, turning to me.
"Would you love me more if I told you guys that Bella has invited Nessie and I to her birthday party tomorrow and said that you guys are welcome to come as well?" I teased, just when Jane got up from recovering of her faint, only to give out a squeak and fainted again.
Demetri reacted by grabbing my face and gave me a big kiss on the top of my head.
"I fucking love you!" He exclaimed while hugging me so tightly.
"Fuck off, man." I chuckled as I got him to let go. "Come on, I'll introduce you to them." I said, leading my friends over to where my sister with Bella and her friends are and Fluff who came out of the bag she was brought in. My parents were seen carrying new presents I'm seeing bringing them over to where the rest are.
"Come on Fluff, let's go meet my friends!" Nessie said excitedly as she carried Fluff the best she could in her little arms over to her friends.
"Hey Bella." I greeted her with a smile. Bella turned and saw me, giving a smile in return.
"Hello Edward!" She said.
"I'm glad you're able to come." I said.
"I could never back out after what you and your sister have done for me." Bella said.
"Really, it was nothing." I said as I was taking a better look at Bella wearing a dark blue casual dress which made her look even beautiful than ever. Just seeing her caused that feeling inside of me to go off again, making me shake myself to avoid looking like I was dozing off about Bella again in front of her friends. "Bella, these are my friends I told you about; that's Jessica Stanley, Seth Clearwater, Alec Volturi and his twin sister Jane, Demetri Tracker, Heidi Valentina, Ben Cheney and Angela Webber. Guys, you know who she is." I said through the introduction.
"Hello everyone, it's nice to meet you all." Bella smiled shaking hands with my friends as they just stood all speechless. "I'm Bella Swan. I'd like you to meet my costars and good friends in real life. That's Rosalie Hale, Jasper Whitlock, Victoria Sutherland, Alice Brandon, Jacob Black and Emmett McCarty."
"What up!" Emmett smiled.
"Hello." Rosalie smiled.
"Bonjour." Victoria smiled with a wave.
"Sup." Jacob smiled.
"Howdy." Jasper smiled, tipping an imaginary cowboy hat.
"Hi!" Alice beamed as she shook each of our hands. "It's so nice to meet you all! I have a feeling we're all gonna be great friends!" That there, caused Jane to give out another squeak as she fainted once again, this time I was the one being able to catch her.
"Subtle." Rosalie said as if she should've known.
"Well that was a nice introduction." Emmett chuckled.
"Oh great, another fainter." Jacob said rolling his eyes.
"She fainted twice before meeting you guys." I said as I try to get Jane to stand up while she was still out. "Sorry about her. Anyway, we got the costumes for you guys ready. Go to my mom, she knows where they are."
"Alright, thanks Edward." Bella smiled and she her friends left to find my mother leaving me and my friends alone. That's when I felt a sharp pinch in my right ear as it led my head down to Jessica's shoulder level, causing Seth to catch Jane when I was forced to drop her.
"OW, OW, OW, OW, OW, OW, OW! OW, OW! OW! OW! OW! OW! OW! OW! OW!" I cried when I was being pulled and soon I was dragged close to the side of the bounce house where no one was in it. "Seriously, what the fuck?!" I asked Jessica when she finally let go of my ear. "OW!" I cried when something hit me in the back of my head causing me to turn and see it was Heidi that did it. "What was that for?" I asked her. "OW!" I cried when Jane and Angela smacked me in the chest. "What was that for? OW!" I cried when the guys started punching me on both shoulders causing me to frown. "What was that for?" I asked getting annoyed now.
"How about you start with, oh, I don't know, why didn't you tell us that Bella and her friends were coming?!" Jane said showing that intimidating death glare causing me to flinch. Fuck, I'm dead.
"Like when did this all happen?" Jessica asked like she missed out something.
"Nessie and I found Bella's dog on Tuesday." I answered while rubbing where I got hit as my friends did another double take of what I just said.
"A-A-Are you saying that every time we asked you what's new, you never thought to start with that you saw Bella again?!" Ben asked in disbelief.
"Um, you never asked. OW!" I cried when Jane jumped up and smacked my head. "Okay, seriously, would you guys stop fucking hitting me?" I asked, rubbing my head.
"How could you have met Bella again and not tell us?!" Jane asked looking really pissed.
"Not to mention you actually got Bella to agreed to come to your sister's birthday party!" Alec said.
"Okay for the record, Nessie was the one that invited Bella. And second of all, you guys would've blabbed it out to everyone even though you wouldn't. Word would get out and people would make up excuses to come here just to see Bella and her friends. This is Nessie's birthday, and I don't want Bella to steal the spotlight, not that she would, but I don't want everyone having their attention on her." I explained.
"He does bring up a good point." Seth admitted.
"Look guys, I'm sorry I didn't tell you about this. It's not that I don't trust you, I do, but would you all believe me if I told you that I saw Bella after finding her dog and she would be coming here?" I asked.
"Well… no. I guess not. I mean… we did had a hard time believing you actually saw her at the game last week." Heidi admitted.
"Still, you could've at least try to tell us." Jessica said.
"Well in my defense, I was mind blown about what had happened and it was a lot to process due to being overwhelmed by her presence." I admitted.
"Well in that case, we're sorry how we reacted for you keeping this from us." Angela said as everyone apologized to me as well.
"Yeah, I'm sorry too. And I'm sorry I called you a total complete jackass already reaching stardom without me." Demetri said, throwing his arm over my shoulder.
"You never called me that." I said raising an eyebrow.
"I was about to." Demetri said with a shrug causing me to roll my eyes.
"Come on guys, we should join the party." I said getting them out where everyone else is. As we did, I froze in my spot when I saw Bella and her friends came back, but not the same as before. Like us, they were wearing costumes from the Disney franchise. Emmett and Rosalie were dressed as Phillip and Aurora from Sleeping Beauty, Alice and Jasper were Anna and Kristoff from Frozen, Jacob went as Captain Peter Star Lord Jason Quill from Guardians of the Galaxy while Victoria was dressed as Merida. As for Bella, she went with Belle, and she was wearing the yellow dress from the movie. She looked like she did a complete one eighty that made her even more beautiful, if that was possible. Seeing her made my chest do back flips multiple times. It was like she came out of the movie herself.
"Dude!" Demetri said snapping his fingers right in my face. "You're at it again."
I shook my head and quickly spoke before we can have that conversation again. "Come on." I said leading everyone back to Bella and her friends. "Hey."
"Hey, is everything alright?" Bella asked me.
"Sorry, friendship meeting." I said.
"Alright, food is ready!" Emmett boomed when they saw the food being set up by my father and his friends.
"Race ya!" Jacob said as he and Emmett took off.
"Hey, wait for us!" Seth cried as he, Alec, Ben, and Demetri went to join them. Really?
Jasper just stood there watching until he turned to us. "I better… well… just in case." And with that, he was gone. Something tells me he wanted to join the line but was trying to be mature about it.
"Boys." Rosalie said, rolling her eyes.
"Tell me about it." Heidi said, causing those two to look at each other and smiled as they laughed and left us.
"We better go control those boys before they devour the whole buffet, again." Victoria said.
"Yes, plus, I want to get know some of my new friends." Alice smiled at my friends.
"Don't faint again!" Angela warned Jane before she could do so causing Jane to recollect herself and tries to play it cool.
"Well on behalf of Jane, I would love to get to know everything about you!" Jessica said getting all excited as she took out her phone. "Hope you don't mind if I record you."
"Not at all." Alice smiled as she linked arms with Jessica and joined with Angela with Victoria and Jane to control the guys from taking all the food. Wow.
"Your friends sure are unique." Bella laughed.
"Your friends are somewhat similar to their characters." I commented with a chuckle.
"I guess that's why we fitted perfectly for the roles of Rainbow Garden." Bella said. "So what was this friendship meeting about?" She asked playfully.
"Let's just say being surprised of your arrival was an understatement." I answered.
"I take that as you never told them I was coming until today." Bella giggled.
"Well the hits I got from them wasn't by accident." I said.
"Oh… I'm sorry about that." Bella said.
"It's alright. That's just how we are. They're my best friends since we were young. We're pretty much close in our own special way like how the characters are in Rainbow Garden." I said.
"Yeah, believe it or not, when everyone and I first met on the first table reading, we were all just shy awkward group of teens trying to break into the world of acting. But as the years goes by, we became very close like family. And I wouldn't trade anything for it." Bella smiled.
"I'm glad you have such good friends." I said.
"Me too, but I'm sure my friendship with them are nothing compared to you and your friends." Bella said.
"I find it hard to believe." I said and then there was silence for a moment. "You, um… you look beautiful, Bella."
"Oh, thank you." Bella smiled as she looked down a bit before looking at me. "You look good yourself."
"For a guy who plays as The Beast, sure." I said, causing us both to laugh.
"Bella!" We turned to see Nessie running to us. "Can you meet my friends? They want to meet you!" She said, taking Bella's hand.
"I would love to meet them." Bella smiled as Nessie dragged her with me right behind them.
"You look very pretty Bella!" Nessie said. "Doesn't she, Edward?"
"Y-Yeah, she is." I said causing Bella to show the pink color on her cheeks. She always is flustered of the compliments like Evelyn.
"Why thank you Nessie, but I think you look pretty in that tiara." She said to her causing Nessie to beam as she led us to her friends.
The party went on as everyone had a good time. Even though Bella was present to give the kids a good time, everyone was all focused on my sister. Thank god. Bella, Alice, Rosalie and Victoria joined my mom, Angela, Jessica, Jane and Heidi into painting faces on the kids. They even got to do one on each other and then on me and the guys. There were games such as musical chairs where even Emmett was involved. Don't ask. We had karaoke where the kids sang their favorite Disney songs with Bella and her friends for a duet. After that, it was time for Nessie to open presents.
Nessie mostly got toys and money from my family and friends but from Bella and her friends… well, and you thought my family and I spoil her. Rosalie got my sister a makeup kit from her products she now owns called All Hale Cosmetics. Victoria got her a bow with actual diamonds on it. Alice bought her over ten dresses that I don't wanna know how much they cost for even one. Emmett got her Mickey mouse ears while Jasper got her earrings of platinum shaped in four pedal flowers. Now Bella was more… reasonable I should say when she got Nessie a set of books that were used. They didn't actually cost a penny since they were Bella's when she was a kid, so she let Nessie have them to which she was thrilled. Nessie was ecstatic on Jacob's gift which was a stuff grey wolf. My sister's way of thanks is jumping into Jacob's arm which he took by surprised but accepted it. After that, it was time for cake as we all sang her Happy Birthday. She blew all seven of her candles, but she wasn't gonna tell us because it won't come true. I wonder what she wished for. By seven o'clock, all of our guests have left leaving just me, my family, friends and their families and Bella and her friends to stay.
"Do you need help with anything?" Bella asked after we all got out of our costumes and dressed more comfortable.
"Oh we got it covered, but you and your friends are more than welcomed to stay. We're just gonna having an after party." Esme smiled as she and the adults were cleaning out the backyard.
"So now what?" Bella asked me.
"We just wait until the adults bring out the things we need for the after party." I said in a tone that said "I guess."
"So what is this after party?" Victoria asked me.
"Oh, just chilling by the bonfire where the adults drink while the guys and I play football." I shrugged like it was no big deal.
"Speaking of which, let's get our teams." Demetri said as he got the football ready.
"Cool if we play with you guys?" Jasper asked.
"Yeah, that would be so awesome!" Seth said sounding so excited. Whoa, seriously? The boys of Rainbow Garden wants to play with us? Talk about fucking awesome!
"Yeah, if fact, that way none of us can have an unfair advantage with Jane." Ben said.
"Hey, watch it Ben!" Jane snapped causing Ben to flinch.
"Why is having Jane an unfair advantage?" Jacob asked in confusion.
"Have you ever played games with Jane?" I asked him.
"No." Jacob answered.
"Have you ever been trapped in a steel cage with a Wolverine?" I asked causing Jacob to be surprised at my question.
"Pff, please, she can't be that tough to be unfair." Emmett said and without warning, Jane swooped in and stomped on Emmett's foot. "OW!" He cried jumping on his foot that wasn't injured.
"You wanna go? Come at me! See what happens!" Jane challenged him with that death glare, causing Jacob and Jasper to back away in fear.
"You weren't kidding about her being scary." Bella whispered to me as she was surprised about Jane's character.
"The scars I got from her since kindergarten doesn't lie." I said. "Alright, who wants to be captain against me?"
"I'll do it!" Emmett declared and came over to my side. "I'm super excited to play against you! Let's see if you're as good as you played last week." He smiled.
"Wait what?!" I said looking shocked as were my friends where Demetri dropped the ball from his hands.
"Emmett!" Bella said looking like she was horrified.
"Dumbass." Victoria said in disbelief.
"Why am I not surprised?" Jasper said like he should've known.
"Idiot!" Jacob muttered as Rosalie went over to smack Emmett in the head.
"You weren't supposed to say anything about it!" She hissed at him.
"Fuck, sorry." Emmett said, rubbing his head just as Nessie came over to him.
"Emmett, one dollar." She said holding out her hand causing Emmett to be confused and looked at me.
"You have to give her a dollar every time you swear around her, even by accident." I quickly explained. Emmett shrugged and pulled out his wallet.
"Here's twenty bucks." He said handing her the bill. "That should cover the rest of the night since I got no filter." He smiled causing Nessie to smile bigger as she took off to go back inside real quick.
"So wait… you were actually at our game last Friday?" Demetri asked Emmett and looked at Bella and her friends.
Victoria sighed and spoke. "It's a long story but we were strolling along until we came across your school's football game. And… we were hooked." She said.
"Yeah Edward, you really slay them out there. You're really good." Jacob said as he picked up the football and tossed it back and forth in his hands.
I thanked him, but I was too focus when I turned to Bella who was biting her lip nervously.
"It was you I saw after the game?" I asked.
Bella took a deep breath as she faced me and said, "Yeah, I saw you at the game and watched you play, from the very beginning. You were amazing."
"T-Thanks." I said. Damn, so I wasn't really hallucinating. I really did see Bella at my game last week. And see saw me play the entire time. That's just… wow.
"Oh! My! God! I don't believe this! This totally confirms our suspicions!" Jessica said as she was jumping up and down.
"I knew this was gonna get out of hand if they suspected it." Rosalie said, shaking her head.
"Oh so what? They know, we know, pretty much now everyone knows who was at the game and what happened." Alice smiled and waved it off like it was no big deal.
"Yeah, I mean it's not like they told their school we were there, right?" Jasper smiled turning to me.
"Well, no. We weren't sure if it was you I saw." I said.
"Then there we go. There's no harm and no damage. So how about we choose teams?" Jasper said.
"Yeah, let's play some football!" Emmett boomed.
"Okay, uh, why don't you pick first?" I offered.
"Sure!" Emmett smiled and looked around. "Hmm, Ben."
"Yeah?" Ben asked, totally clueless.
"No, I'm picking you." Emmett said causing Ben to be surprised.
"Wait, first… for… a team?" Ben looked at me. "What just happened?" He asked causing me to just shrugged as Ben slowly walked over to Emmett.
"Alright D, you and me?" I asked Demetri.
"You know it!" Demetri said as he and I pound fists. "Let's show them how the dynamic duo do it!"
Emmett looked at his options now. "Beast Boy, let's go!"
"He said my nickname." Seth said breathlessly, sounding speechless as he came over to Emmett.
"Jacob?" Jacob smiled as he came over to me and handed me the ball.
"Alec." Emmett said taking my key players of the offense.
"Looks like you're with us Jasper." I said.
"Sounds good." Jasper smiled.
"Alright, let's if I can make good use of your players." Emmett grinned as I tossed him the ball for him to start while he looked at his team that he selected. "Oh this is gonna be so fun!"
And it was. The funny thing is that my team won with seven touchdowns while Emmett only got one. All I can say is that at least he's better than Mike at being quarterback. We continue playing another round until the adults came out to set up the bonfire and had snacks laid out along with s'mores. We gathered around the bonfire where I somehow ended up sitting next to Bella. She didn't mind it as Nessie was sitting next to her. As Nessie was soon tuckered out, Bella pulled her close wrapping the blanket around them as she pulled her phone and snapped a photo together. I smiled as I took out my phone and did the same, taking a snap at Bella and Nessie together. This was such a touching moment to see my favorite singer with my sister together. Those two look like they were already close like sisters. Then again, how can someone not love my sister?
As eleven came, it was time for everyone to leave so we all cleaned up the place before they all went home.
"That was a fun party. Thanks for inviting us." Rosalie said after my friends and their family left leaving Bella and her friends the last guests to leave as Nessie was tucked away in her room.
"Oh it was a pleasure having you all. Thank you for making this party so memorable for my daughter." Esme said hugging everyone saving Bella for last. While they were hugging, I turned to Alice and the rest.
"Well, thank you all for being here. You didn't have to, but I appreciate it." I smiled.
"Please, Bella dragged us to come along but we were happy that we came." Jasper smiled as he offered his hand to me. "And it was pleasure to meet the famous Slayward." He said causing me to shake hands with his.
"It sure was. You're even handsomer in person." Victoria said with a wink causing me to turn pink which made her giggle at how she was playing with me.
"Yeah, well, not what Victoria said of the compliment, but it was awesome to play with you." Jacob said as he shook my hand.
"Hell yeah it has!" Emmett said as he flung his arm over my shoulders. "We should hang out more often." He smiled.
"Oh we will. Remember? Bella invited Edward and Nessie and his friends tomorrow for her birthday party!" Alice said excitedly as she was clapping her hands.
"Oh yeah, that's right. This is awesome!" Emmet said excitedly.
"What time does it start?" I asked.
"It'll start around six. The party's at this place call 10 Degrees. Don't worry, Bella gave out your name on the list so that you can get in. Your friends should be fine if you're present." Alice smiled.
"That sounds good. Thank you." I said.
"No problem. Well, we should get going. We have a long drive before Bella's big day." Alice said and soon she took Jasper's hand and walked out the door.
"See you tomorrow Edward." He said before he was out.
"It's gonna be fun tomorrow with you!" Emmett said as he thumped my back and walked out the door.
"It was nice meeting you, Edward. You're not that half bad as I thought." Rosalie said shaking my hand as she chuckled and went after Emmett.
"Bye, Edward." Victoria said waving to me as she walked out the door.
"Catch ya later man. We should talk more on football. I know Charlie would when you meet him." Jacob smiled as he patted my shoulder causing my eyes to widened at the mention of my favorite actor who is Bella's father will be at the party. Jacob soon left afterwards as Bella came over to me with the bag that carried her dog who is now sleeping.
"Well, I guess I'll see you tomorrow. Thanks for having me over. I had a great time." She smiled putting her bag down.
"You don't have to thank me Bella. I'm just glad you came and made my sister's birthday special." I smiled.
"She's amazing." Bella said. "Well… bye, Edward." And then suddenly, she slowly came over and wrapped her arms around me for a hug causing something in my chest to do more back flips at her warm embrace.
"Bye… Bella." I said as I slowly wrapped my arms around her. That's when I felt that familiar spark only this time it slowly came around me as I was holding Bella. Just the feeling of having her in my arms was something I never felt before. Just what is this feeling inside me? It was as if… she belonged in my arms but why?
"Um, uh, have a good night." I said when we let go.
"You have a good night as well." Bella said picking up her dog as she slowly backed away before she turned and walked out the door. She went over to the last two cars where I assumed her friends drove and stopped and turned to see me still at the door as she smiled and waved as I did the same before she got into the back seat of the car and shut the door.
The two cars soon pulled out of the driveway as I watched them drove off before I went inside and closed the door. As soon as I did, I leaned back and let out a breath like I couldn't believe it… while my friends did.
I think I am in love with America's Princess.
Took Edward long enough. Lol. How do you like the story so far? I hope it's good for you guys. There's gonna be more coming up next chapter and things you're about to read in the future so be ready.
Sorry about that long delay folks. With that virus that's been going, it made work go insane nonstop that I spent seven or eight days straight with everyone go into full panic mode. At least now with those two days I had off being quarantined, I was able to get this chapter done. Hope you're all doing okay and stay safe. Please review.