Into You
Disclaimer: I don't own any of the Twilight characters or anything Twilight related.
So now we have seen Edward and Bella on their first date that has some… excitement, is what I'll call it. Lol. I mean, I didn't want all my first dates that I wrote in my stories to be just a night out with only conversations. Plus, this story wouldn't end like that. Enjoy. :)
Chapter 9 – Something Just Like This
She said, where d'you wanna go?
How much you wanna risk?
I'm not looking for somebody
With some superhuman gifts
Some superhero
Some fairytale bliss
Just something I can turn to
Somebody I can miss
I want something just like this
I want something just like this
~ Coldplay
Edward's POV
After another song played where Bella and I danced, it was time for us to head back to my home. Bella and I were hand in hand as we walked back to my car. She moved closer to my side, her head snuggling to my chest. I have never before felt so comfortable, yet adrenaline-induced in the company of just one person.
On the one hand, I felt like I could spend hours talking to her about anything and everything that is not related to her fame. That's the comfortable part. On the other hand, I couldn't ignore the rush it gave me every time she smiled, laughed or even hold my hand while being out in public. That's the adrenaline-induced part.
Public. How is it going to be for Bella and me if people discover our relationship? Can't shake off the feeling about Rider after he nearly exposed Bella at the restaurant. I'm not sure if he'll keep his word from Bella after that threat she pulled. Exactly what did they do to him at her party? In any way, this night has been amazing, since it was just the two of us; no fans hounding Bella for pictures and autographs and no paparazzi. I want it to be like this forever, but how will we make it work in the future? Reality is upon us and soon, Bella will have to return home where she belongs; where her career is, her home.
"Edward, are you okay?" Bella asked and I realized that we are now at the parking lot where my car is just up ahead.
"Sorry Bella, I was just thinking about something." I said.
"What about?" Bella asked as I saw the look in her eyes that tells me she was worried, probably because she assumes what I'm thinking about us. Shit, not like that!
"It's not bad, Bella." I assured her with a smile causing Bella to be relieved as we stopped at my car. "I'm just thinking about… how this works out for us. I mean, I know how you feel about me, as I do to you, and I'm still new of an official commitment, but how will this work out for the future?
"I… I want to commit in this relationship but soon, you'll be back to resuming your career as an actress and singer where you'll be making movies and music and going through interviews and photo shoots, etc. While I'll be stuck here finishing high school going to college hoping to fulfill my dreams to play in the NFL. I guess that… I'm worried about the fact that… because we both come from different backgrounds, this might not work, and… I don't want things to not work out. I don't know, I guess I'm being paranoid." I sighed in frustration.
Thankfully, Bella took my hands in hers as she looked me right in the eye.
"Edward, I get how you feel. I get how worried you are about our relationship, I am too. The kind of relationship we have where we will be separated will be… challenging, and fifty percent of those relationships won't last." Bella said. "I'm guess I'm as worried about this as you are. But what I'm worried about the most is that, your feelings for me, will change after realizing that… that it's not worth it all. That I'm not… good enough for you." She said sadly as she looked down.
I was shocked about Bella's statement. She doesn't believe she's good enough for me? She's joking, right? How could someone as famous as Bella, think she's beneath me? I'm nothing compared to her, despite where my future is hoping to be. Bella should know how I feel about her. Was I not convincing enough? I thought we were being honest.
"Bella, how could you think such a thing when you forgetting the life you have that is far greater than mine?" I asked as I got her to look up at me. "You know how genuine my feelings are for you. I never felt like this before with anyone. Not at all. With you, it's… special. Magical to be exact. You make me see things about you that others don't and I like seeing the real you."
"My life is not as great as you think." Bella said, showing a hint of bitterness. "Are you sure you're okay with this? The relationship we're in? You're okay with the paparazzi? You're okay with the fact that the minute it gets out that we're together, your entire life is going to be public information? You're okay with the horrible rumors that you're going to see? You're seriously okay with all of that?"
I have thought about that. The thought where everyone will know who I am. In the smallest city in Washington, my family and I are pretty well known. Everything you hear is the talk of the town that will last until the next big thing happening in the city is brought up, but to be known as Bella's boyfriend, that is a topic that will never go away. No one will leave you alone with all the questions of dating a celebrity that barely gives you time for yourself. Adding the paparazzi following you everywhere you go, watching your every move to wait and see you slip or something to make headlines and going their way to find information about you, there would be no privacy. Life will never be the same.
"Yes, to all of them," I said and then paused for a moment. "Bella, I've thought this through," I said shaking my head. "If I was unwilling to deal with your lifestyle, I wouldn't have told you how I felt. I wouldn't have bothered," I sighed, running my hand through my hair.
Bella then reached up and placed her hand on my face, feeling the soft smooth contact of her skin.
I took a deep breath and reluctantly said, "There's one thing I'm not so okay with, and I'm not sure I'll ever fully get used to. But, I'll deal with it because I have to. As for the whole paparazzi and public information, I'll deal with it when the time comes, because right now, I think it's best for the both of us that we keep our relationship on the down low. Not that I'm afraid or can't be seen with you or something like that," I quickly added. "I want to see how our relationship goes and where it takes. I'm hoping for a long time, but for now, our relationship is personal that should be private around others."
"I get it Edward." Bella said with a smile. "I don't want your life to be dragged in unexpectedly and have everyone on your tail about us. I want your life, along with your friends and family, to remain as it is, away from the public eye. It is after all between us and our family and friends."
"Well… actually, I didn't… tell my friends… about us." I said nervously. "I don't wanna get their hopes up if I tell them right away and we break up later on. My family of course knows, even Nessie, but you can tell your friends." I quickly said.
"Actually, my friends already knew about how I feel about you awhile back, and they were supportive of us being together. I mean, it took Rosalie to get to know you more before she gave the okay, and I don't know about Renee, and I don't care what she says about you." Bella said with a scoff. "And I agree with you about keeping our relationship private; I don't want the media to invade yours and your family and friends privacy. One day, we'll tell them, but for now, it's out little secret." She giggled causing me to chuckle. Bella then sighed.
"There is also one thing I'm really worried about," She said. "Soon, in a few weeks, I won't be with you. I won't be able to reach out and touch you whenever I feel like it."
That's when I saw a tear came out. "I'm sorry." She said, letting go of my face to wipe it off as she turned away.
"Don't be. Seeing you every once in a while is better than not seeing you at all." I said as I pulled her close to me and held her tightly. Eventually, Bella will leave me and I'll be stuck here until I graduate. But then I'll be at UW next year, if I get in that is. Maybe if I had offers like in California, I can move there and be with Bella. I'll worry about that when the time comes. But for now, "Let's enjoy our moment together and not worry about our future. Okay?"
"Alright." Bella sighed as she looked up at me, allowing me to lean in and kiss her softly.
"Come on, we should head home." I said getting Bella inside my car.
For the rest of the ride, Bella and I simply sat in silence, with her observing all of the passing scenery out of the window, and me occasionally glancing at her whilst driving. She'd taken my right-hand captive half the time into the drive, only releasing when we eventually pulled back up in front of her house.
We'd managed to arrive back there around 10:30. The sky had darkened considerably on our way back, going from a light pink, gradually growing darker and darker until the stars could be seen stark against the night sky.
I moved out, opening the passenger door for Bella, shaking her head as she thanked me for doing so, assuring her it wasn't a problem – it was common courtesy to open the door for someone, after all. We completed the short distance to the front door. No one was there so we entered the media room to see my mother making herself comfortable in one of the couches as she sips her wine while watching Charlie and my father golfing on the flat screen just to see my father tossing popcorn at Charlie as Charlie made a swing and watch his ball on screen make it into the hole.
"Right into the ground!" Charlie exclaimed as he playfully flipped Carlisle off.
"Hey guys." I said, causing the three to see us.
"Oh Edward, Bella, welcome back. How was your night?" Esme smiled.
"It was amazing, Esme." Bella answered.
"Is it really that time?" Carlisle asked looking at his watch. "I figure you kids be home around eleven."
"Well, we could've had a longer night had not that guy Rider almost ruined the night." I said.
"Rider was there?" Charlie asked in shock.
"Yeah, and as always, he is that much of a dumb ass about his infatuation on me. Sorry." Bella said to Esme, who waved it off like it was nothing.
"That would explain Renee's text messages about Rider being "bullied" and how Bella "hurt his feelings."" Charlie said as he looked as his phone. Wow. I thought in an unbelievable way while Bella shook her head. Honestly, does that woman even see the kind of guy Rider is, let alone see herself? Would I be surprised to see Renee try to set Bella up with someone who may be a sweet and charming man to the everyone, but to him, her and Bella, he would do as he pleases, be abusive and Renee wouldn't give a damn? Not in the slightest and I hope that doesn't happen. "Better set that woman straight." He said started texting on his phone.
"Where's Renesmee and Fluff?" Bella asked seeing that those two aren't in here.
"They're in Nessie's room, playing. They might be asleep now, but we better be sure." Carlisle said as he turned off the TV.
"I'll come." Bella said. "I just wanna say good night to Renesmee." And she left the room with my father as mom picked up the glasses that were left for drinking and left leaving me and Charlie alone.
"That woman really needs to get the fact that Rider is not who people think he is." Charlie said, more to himself, as he shook his head while putting away his phone.
"She's still defending him?" I asked.
"As if he were her own son." Charlie said.
"That would be a bit incestuous, don't you think? Having him and Bella together?" I said.
"I don't think Renee would give a damn about that either, regardless of a controversy." Charlie sighed. "So, Bella sure looked like she had fun with you tonight." He smiled at me.
"She did." I smiled.
"Honestly, I never seen my daughter like this at all." Charlie said. "Ever since coming here, Bella seem… different. In a good way." He quickly added. "It's like… something changed her. She looks like as if… she's… free. Free to be who she wants to be. I don't know what you did, but you clearly must have made an impact on my daughter." Those words touched me coming from Charlie.
"Well, I wouldn't say that. I just… don't see her as just a celebrity. She's… Bella." I said. "She's obviously a girl with a life like mine minus the lifestyle she lives in."
"Well, I'll tell you this Edward; Bella's life is anything but normal." Charlie explained. "I'm sure you already know that. She's always going and going and going, but that's only because she never wants to disappoint anyone. From what you've told me, I anticipate that you both are planning to continue this relationship when she heads back to L.A. And when she does head back, you can't expect too much from her.
Now Bella is selfless, and stubborn in case you didn't notice. Now I don't know what Renee has done to make Bella go through with it, but Bella always pushes herself too hard for people that she cares about – her fans, her friends, her family. She's already spreading herself so thin with her career. A boy might be difficult to add to that picture, even a celebrity boy. So just be patient if, sometimes, she can't return your calls. Believe me, she'll try. But sometimes it's going to be too stressful for her."
"I get that." I nodded my head. "And you're okay with me dating your daughter? Even though I'm not… like you guys?"
Charlie just scoffed. "I don't think you'll have a problem of fame when you get into the NFL." He said. "Besides, I don't care about the whole status where stars have to date someone in their league or the whole power couple from shows or movies. That is nothing but to get some publicity to promote stuff or for the media to feed off of. All that matters is how you two genuinely feel about each other. Do you love her?"
That question surprised me. Do I love her? Honestly, yeah, I do. I love being with Bella; being in her presence, holding her feels just right. I love everything about her, not just her status; her character, her personality… the real Bella.
"I do, Charlie." I admitted. "I love Bella, but… I didn't tell her that."
"Well, I'm sure Bella feels the same way about you, but my advice to you right now is to not rush it. You two take the time you need until you both confess your love for one another in the future." Charlie said. "I'm glad that you're the one that she's decided to give a chance to. I don't think I would've liked it very much if she was dating Rider."
"Thank you, Charlie." I said.
Charlie smiled as he came over and patted my shoulder giving it a squeeze. "Anytime, son. Just remember, even though I played the cop, I know the system, so I'm not afraid to use those if you hurt my daughter." He teased.
I nodded my head, absorbed every single word of his explanation. I knew that Charlie wasn't trying to deter me from pursuing a relationship with his daughter, but rather, prepare me for what was in store for me. And I appreciated it wholeheartedly. Of course, I'd figured a lot of things out on my own already, but it was great to be given input from the people who'd actually lived through the situation with her while they live that whole other realm of Hollywood.
Charlie and I left the media room to see Esme come out of the kitchen as Carlisle followed Bella down the stairs with Fluff, asleep in her arms.
"Well, we should get going." Bella said. "Have a good night, Carlisle and Esme." They said the same as they talk to Charlie a bit while Bella turned to me. "Thank you, Edward, for an amazing night."
"My pleasure, Bella." I said giving her a kiss. "Have a good night."
"Night Edward." Bella said and soon joined with Charlie as the two and Fluff walked out the front door with my parents and I waving them goodbye.
After they left, I said goodnight to my parents and went up to my room. As soon as I was inside, I thought about everything Charlie said, which makes me think even more about Bella. I hated that she was worried about my lack of commitment, but honestly, it was slightly hypocritical of me seeing as I was worried about the same thing. She could have any guy – literally any guy, minus Rider, in the world – and she'd wound up choosing me.
I'm never one to feel insecure about myself, and yet here I am, not enjoy this feeling, but I knew that she could do better. It startled me that she felt the same about me - she thought that it'd be easy for someone else to swoop in and catch my eye, but I knew it to be impossible. Bella is the only woman I see, and is the only one I want to be with. The only way our relationship could ever work is if we both shoved aside that lack of confidence we both suffered with.
I like her; she likes me. That's all that is important right now.
I shook my head from my thoughts and got ready to bed where as soon as I lay down and closed my eyes, my night has been nothing but on the beautiful brunette, who has my heart.
The weekend went by as it was time to get back to school. I spent my Sunday talking with Bella as she came over yesterday with Fluff just to hang out. Now here I am, doing the learning. Here at this school. Without Bella. I always picture the thought of me and Bella at school. Bella, where she isn't a celebrity, and she and I can have classes together, hold hands in between classes and hang out together, with our friends, laughing and make memories. That would be nice.
"I had to hold in my pee in the last half hour of class, just to see Mr. Banner show us how childbirth from a shark looks like?" Demetri asked after he came out of the bathroom while I was waiting on him before we headed to lunch.
"Well he did said it was supposed to be the most beautiful thing to witness." I said in a way to defend Mr. Banner, even though I agree with Demetri.
"Please, that look like someone sawed a cow in half!" Demetri said.
"Well, don't mention it to the others since we're about to eat." I said as we entered the cafeteria where everyone is, enjoying their lunch. "And you know how Jane gets when we speak of something that'll ruin her appetite."
Demetri and I both gulped as we looked down to be sure everything is secured before getting in line to grab some food. We soon found the others minus Jane and Jessica at a table as we sat down.
"Edward, can you please tell them to leave me alone?" Seth asked like he was begging.
"What's going on?" I asked as we sat down.
"We're just wondering if Seth even has the guts outside of the field than he does on the field." Alec answered causing me and Demetri to be confused until we turned to Angela and Heidi for actual answers.
"They're bugging him on when is he ever gonna ask Jane out." Heidi explained. That there caused Seth to blush.
"Well what are you waiting for dude?" Demetri asked excitedly.
"SHH!" Seth hushed and looked around panicking as he turned to us. "Do you ever keep that mouth of yours shut?"
"Not a lick!" Demetri stated causing Ben and Alec to laugh.
"Seth, it's okay to be nervous. Just tell her. The worse that could happen is that she says no." Angela said to him.
"Well I don't wanna do it with so much pressure!" Seth said in a freak out way.
"This comes from the guy who delivers the pressure on the QBs." Ben said to us as he took a bite of his sandwich.
"Look man, if you really wanna date my sister, just go for it. At least that way, when you two start dating, she won't be my problem anymore." Alec said as he leans back in his chair and shrugs it off like it's no big deal.
"That's easier said than done!" Seth said. "I don't even know how to say it."
"Dude, it's easy. Just say, "Will you go out with me?"" Alec demonstrated.
"Sure Alec." We all turned to see a cute curly hair girl walk by as she smiled at Alec before she walked away. All of us were dumbstruck a what we just witnessed as we looked at Alec who was just as dumbstruck as us.
"Okay, bad example." He stated as he pointed at the girl's direction.
"Seth, don't think so much about how, just do things naturally. Like you're not even thinking." Ben said.
"Yeah, like how Demetri does it." Heidi teased.
"HEY!" He complained as we all laughed while Heidi gave him a kiss.
"Edward could give you some pointers on how to ask Jane out." Angela suggested. Wait, what?! I thought as all eyes turned to me.
"How do you do it, Edward?" Seth asked. Fuck! Act cool, act cool!
"W-What? Just because I've been out with a few girls makes me an expert? I-If anything, you should be asking Demetri here since he's been with lots of girls before Heidi." I said, pointing out to him. "I-I mean remember how he hit it off with Marion Shay sophomore year?" I said causing Demetri to panic as he gave me that look and tried to silence me with his hand over his neck but it was too late.
"Marion Shay?!" Heidi said in a "Are you kidding me?" tone as she turned to Demetri. "Oh so you two really were serious back then." She said to him.
"Well it's just that I, uh, well, um," Demetri stuttered causing me to be relieved to be off the spotlight. If there's one thing I learn when being faced in a dilemma like this, throw your best friend under the bus. No way I can give my advice. I care about Seth and I want him to be happy with Jane, but if I answer how, it might lead to question to how I know so much that deeply which will lead to the part about me and Bella, and we're not ready to announce our relationship yet.
"Y-You know I love you, Heidi," Demetri stammered. "I love your voice, you and love for someone to change the subject please." He begged, mostly to anyone.
"I'll let it slide since Marion came out as a lesbian." Heidi said causing Demetri to be relieved. "For now." She said, causing Demetri to gulp.
"Wait, what about the advice?" Seth asked in complaint.
"What advice?" All the boys and I gave out a scream as we jumped from our seats when Jane and Jessica came over to us. It's scary how Jane does that.
"Uh, the advice on how to ace the quiz we're about to have on Friday in calculus." Seth answered as Jane and Jessica sat down.
"You were always a bit slow to understand it. Don't worry, I can help you out." Jane said causing the guys and I to be surprised.
"U-Uh, y-yeah, s-sure. I-I lu-lu- that'll be great." Seth said, if possible, squeaked, as he looked at us while I gave him the "I don't know, just go with it" look. Well there's something we can do on how to get a girl; say something unintentionally.
"Cool!" Jane smiled as she started eating her pizza allowing us to enjoy our meal.
"So did you guys enjoy that new episode of Riverdale on Saturday?" Ben asked us excitedly.
"I sure did!" Jessica answered.
"It was unbelievable." Demetri said.
"Like, gosh, Cole did it again with his role." Angela gushed.
"So cool." Seth said.
"The ending was really unexpected." Heidi said.
"Can you believe it?" Jane asked.
"Oh I didn't I see it." I said as I was stirring up my salad.
"Didn't see it? What were you doing on Saturday?" Alec asked causing me to freeze when I was about to take a bite of my lunch as I felt everyone's eyes on me.
Fuck! Me and my big mouth on missing Riverdale night on the evening I had my first date with Bella. What am I supposed to say? I'm not ready to tell them about my relationship with Bella. They'll have a field day, plus I don't want them to get their hopes up and then things turn bad between me and her, which I hope not.
"I… I-I was… out." I said when I looked up at everyone.
"On Riverdale night?" Jane asked in a tone that said I missed out something more important over this.
"Out where?" Jessica asked, examining me. Ah shit, this is where all hell breaks loose with Jessica and her interrogation skills for gossip.
"I was… out… on a… date." I said slowly.
"WAIT, WHAT?!"
"You were on a date, and you didn't tell us?!" Heidi asked as she slammed her hands on the table causing a bang.
"SHH!" I said looking around and was relieved no one heard it, which is surprising. "Now you all are being like Demetri." I said to them.
"Dude, I'm your best friend in the whole world! Why didn't you tell me you scored a date?!" Demetri said in disbelief as he slapped my shoulder hard. OW!
"Uh, we're still on the debate on that topic of best friend of Edward, so we'll get to that later." Alec said to Demetri as he placed his hand on my other shoulder, which was to deliver the hint, and then turned to me. "Who were you out with?"
Shit, come on, Edward. Think. Think! Not good. This is NOT good. Should I lie or tell them the truth? I'm dead here! What do I even tell them?! Wait, what if I partially tell them the truth and yet lie at the same time? Is there such a thing? Guess we'll find out.
"Who is the girl?!" Jane asked in demand like she's on the edge of her seat, which she literally is.
"Her name is… Isabella." I said when I remembered Bella's birth name. There was silence, and I feared that they saw right through that lie. That's it, I'm dead.
"Hmm, I don't think I know that girl." Jessica said finally causing me to be surprised. She bought it?! Jessica Stanley, the girl who not only owns the Bella Swan forum on her website, but a major news scooper that involves Hollywood, actually fell for it?!
"Y-You don't?" I asked.
"I don't know. Guys?" Jessica asked everyone.
"Don't know her." Ben said.
"I don't think so." Angela said.
"Nope." Seth said.
"Doesn't ring a bell." Demetri said.
"Can't recall." Heidi said.
"Not a familiar name." Alec said
"Who?" Jane said.
All of that stuns me. They're buying it?!
"Who is she? I don't think I see her here in school." Ben said.
"Well duh, because we live in the smallest city in Washington." Jane pointed out.
"She doesn't go here. She's from… out of town." I answered.
"How did you two meet?" Demetri asked. I had to resist gulping to what I'm about to say next.
"I met her… after the game… on Friday." I said.
"Wait, I think I know who you're talking about." Seth said causing my heart to miss a beat when I got figured out. "Isn't she that blonde girl with the sunglasses you were talking to after the game?"
"Uh y-yeah, that was her." I said in surprised.
"Wait, you just met the girl on Friday and asked her out then?" Heidi asked, skeptically.
"We were… just getting to know each other." I said.
"Is it serious?" Jessica asked, eyeing me.
"Well… we're both… new at this. I mean we're together but we're… taking things slow." I said slowly.
"Well," Angela finally said after a moment of silence. "That's great. I hope I get to meet her one day." She smiled.
Oh you already have. I thought as my friends congratulate me on my relationship with "Isabella." Wow, I cannot believe they fell for that. Oh wait until Bella hears this. Speaking of whom, my phone vibrated receiving a text message from her.
Hey, I hope you're having a good day at school. :) – Bella
I smiled as I respond to the text.
Hey love, school is good now that you messaged me. :) – Edward
Just want to say again to thank you for an amazing night on Saturday. I had a really good time if I didn't mention it before. – Bella
It was my pleasure, Bella. But I should be thanking you for making that night memorable. – Edward
Just being with you is all it takes to make it special. – Bella
That there, did it. I really want to tell Bella that I love her, but I couldn't. It's still too soon to say it. I'm not even sure if she feels that way about me. Yes, she likes me, but does she likes me that much to go that further into our relationship? We have only been together for only a few days. Plus saying I love you over a text is not at all a romantic way to do so.
"What are you smiling about?" Demetri asked causing me to snap out of my thoughts. "Are you texting that girl?" He asked trying to look at my phone which I shove it back in my pocket.
"No, that was Bella." I answered.
"Bella?" Jane said and then gasped. "You have her –"
"SHH!" I hushed her before she could blurt it out and then whispered. "Yes, I have Bella's number. Before you ask, I texted her when I found her dog before I realized it was her."
"God dammit Edward! How did you get so lucky?!" Ben asked.
"Because I'm a good guy that gets rewarded for good things?" I asked with a shrug.
"It's a shame that you two aren't dating," Jessica said. "That would totally be epic."
"Um well, you know how it is." I said nervously. "Life tells us the story and it saying that she and I are good friends."
"Well that's good though." Angela said. "And her co-stars were super nice."
"I know, Jacob was super nice to me and really complimented on my plays on the field." Seth said.
"I wish we could hang out with them again." Heidi said.
"Maybe we can." Jessica said causing us to be curious. "Aren't they all still staying in Washington until the end of this month? Maybe we can get to hang out with them one last time."
"And what are we supposed to do when we hang out with the stars of Rainbow Garden?" Alec asked in confusion.
"Yeah, won't people see us and ruin the moment by trying to join in, asking for autographs and such?" Seth asked worriedly. He does bring up a good point.
"What if we all hang out at Edward's place?" Angela suggested. "His house is big enough for us to just play video games and watch movies and such."
"That's a great idea!" Jane said.
"Dude, what are you waiting for? Ask her if she and her friends could hang out!" Demetri said to me like I was being crazy.
"Okay, okay, okay! Sheesh." I said as I pulled out my phone. I wonder what kind of drugs they're taking. I thought as I started texting Bella.
Hey, my friends were wondering; do you and your friends want to hang out with us? Like before you guys leave? They suggested we hang out at my place to avoid the public. – Edward
I was surprised when Bella immediately responded.
Funny. Alice was thinking about hanging out with you guys before we head back to LA. LOL – Bella
I stifled my laugh as I respond.
What is she, a psychic? LOL – Edward
Actually, she claims to have these feelings like she's psychic. LMFAO – Bella
"What's so funny?" Alec asked when I burst out laughing.
"Apparently, it's the saying for Alice and Jessica, great minds think alike." I laughed causing Jessica to be confused as I typed up the message.
So anyway, how about that hangout? – Edward
Sure! We'll let you know when to hang out. :) – Bella
Sounds good! Oh, by the way, if my friends ask, my girlfriend is Isabella. – Edward
? – Bella
I'll explain later. See ya. – Edward
"She said they're in and will let us know when." I said causing everyone to be excited about it.
"Ooh I cannot wait!" Jane said as she started clapping.
"Our senior year is already kicking off to a great start!" Demetri said happily as he leans back in seat. I couldn't help but smile. Not only will we get to hang out with Bella and her friends but I'll spend even more time with Bella… while discreetly being with her. The day wouldn't come any sooner.
After much planning, we all decided to hang out on the last weekend of the month. We also decided to make it a sleepover in which they'll spend the night at my place. We'll have video game and movie night and maybe play some backyard football. It's gonna be pretty fun hanging out with a group of celebrities.
The next two weeks went on at school as the teachers took things seriously now on our school work with all the learning and shit. Thankfully, I'm on top of things. I wouldn't say I have all As but my grades mark me in with the top academic students like Ben and Angela. We also had two more games played; one at home and one away. Our away game against the Hornets was a challenging one but we were able to beat them by two points. Our last game at home was a bit brutal against the Pirates as they beat us by ten points and I got picked off twice. But at least I was better than Mike who got sacked multiple times and never threw the ball and only ran one yard from ten carries. Nine of them were from when he decided to do those at the last second instead of giving them to the running back.
Meanwhile, Bella and I continue our relationship and it is going well so far. Sometimes Bella would come over with Charlie and Fluff and have dinner with us and sometimes we FaceTime at night, just talking until we're both tired. We went out a few times, with her being in disguise, as we ate dinner and go places like any couple would do. I'm glad no one has spotted Bella and her disguise which means Bella and I can do what we want without any interruption. We're free to have fun. Though I'm sure Bella is having more fun about it than me which I'm okay with, because I want her to be happy. She deserves it after living in the life where cameras are watching your every move, fans coming up to you when you're on a break, especially dealing with Renee controlling Bella's life about what she should do as if… as if she's living through Bella. That's not how a manager does it. Hell, that's not how a mom should treat her kid. Parents are supposed to love and care for them, to support them and let them make their own decisions. If Bella wants to be with me, let her. It's Bella life after all so she's the one that lives it, not Renee.
Anyway,
The day finally came when the last of Saturday this month came and here I am with my parents in the kitchen as we were getting all the food ready. It was around five that we heard the doorbell rang.
"I'll get it." I said and went over to the front door. I smiled to see Bella, followed by her friends, bringing in all their belongings for the night. Well the guys had their duffle bags and followed the girls about bringing sleeping bags. The girls on the other hand all brought like two or three bags. That, I never understand.
"We're here!" Alice sang as she waltzed in like she owns the place.
"Hey guys," I said. "Um, you do know that you're staying over for the weekend right? Not the whole week."
"What, you expect us to pack light?" Alice asked while Rosalie and Victoria shrugged. Emmett, Jacob and Jasper just rolled their eyes while Bella giggled.
"Come on guys, I'll show you where to drop your bags." I said and led them to the media room where we will all spend time and sleep for the night.
"Damn Edward! This room is sick!" Emmett exclaimed when everyone, minus Bella, saw the room and were in complete dumbstruck.
"Uh, are you sure you and family aren't famous?" Jasper asked, as he and the others didn't move a muscle.
"Have you heard of our names before?" I chuckled.
"Fuck me." Victoria muttered as she saw the black leather sectional sofa set. Yeah, no thank you. I thought.
"Remind me again what your parents even do?" Rosalie asked me.
"My dad's a doctor and mom does interior design." I answered as I let everyone set their things down.
"And you guys were able to make this room into paradise?" Jacob said as he went up to examine the big screen.
"Nope, it was already like this. My mother and her team made a few touches." I said as Bella's friends examine the media allowing me to have a little moment with her. "Hi."
"Hi." Bella smiled as I lean in to kiss her. As I pulled back, she wrapped her arms around my waist and pulled me close to her. "Sorry." She said.
"Who said I was complaining?" I smirked as I wrapped my arms around her. "This will be challenging; concealing our relationship you know."
"Well considered this hangout, a warm-up. If we're able to hide our relationship from your friends, we should be okay from the public." Bella giggled.
"I miss you the last few days." I admitted.
"It was only two days ago. And that was because I had a Skype meeting with the director for To All The Boys I Love next film. Jacob was there along with the producer and… my mother." Bella said as she looked down with a sigh.
"Didn't go well?" I asked sadly.
"No, it was fine. It's just Renee being Renee. Basically whenever I was asked about the film and such, Renee would answer for me as if she knew what I was thinking. Not even close." Bella said.
"You didn't get to say anything?" I asked.
"I tried, but she always interrupts me and goes on with the meeting like nothing happened." Bella said.
"What did you say to her after the meeting was over?" I asked.
Bella was silent for a moment until she spoke. "She just said things like… "That's how it is and to go with it. Why argue?" So I didn't really say much and let Renee do her business reminding me of my schedule when I return home." She said.
"I'm sorry, love." I said.
"It's alright." Bella said shaking her head as she looked up. "Look, I don't wanna talk about Renee. I just wanna have fun with you and our friends if that's okay."
"Of course." I said, not wanting to push it.
"Bella!" We turned to see my sister rushing in and I let go just in time to let her hug Bella.
"Hello Renesmee." Bella smiled as she returned the hug.
"I'm so happy you're here!" Nessie said excitedly.
"So am I. I'm excited to be here, but there is someone who is just as excited as me." Bella said and led my sister over to one her bags and opened it where her dog came out.
"Fluff!" Nessie exclaimed as she scooped the dog up in her arms allowing Fluff to lick her face.
"Hey there, Ness." Jacob said he came over to her.
"Jacob!" Nessie exclaimed as she was jumping up and down excitedly, still holding Fluff.
"I think Nessie has a bit of a crush on Jake." Bella giggled to be as Jacob and my sister interacted.
"She is big fan of him." I chuckled but then turned serious. "But she is not dating."
"Over reactive big brother, are we?" Bella giggle causing me to be annoyed how she finds it funny.
"She's my baby sister and she's gonna stay my baby sister." I stated as Nessie was meeting up with the rest of Bella's friends. "Come on, I'll show you the house while we wait on the others." I said everyone as I took Bella's hand and led everyone out of the room and into the kitchen.
"Woo, I smell something good!" Emmett exclaimed when they saw the display on the table. "Mama C, you have out done yourself!"
"Hold it, big boy," Esme said as she playfully slapped Emmett's hand away when he was about to swipe a chicken leg. Oh, so she gets to be all soft on him when he tries to sneak a bite but when I do it, it's a crime? "We're waiting on Edward's friends to arrive."
"Which is why I'm showing everyone the place." I said and started giving everyone a tour of the place.
"I must say Edward, your place is by far the best I've been to." Jacob said, having Nessie riding on his shoulders as we all entered the living room.
"Yeah, your place puts ours to shame." Emmett stated.
"Well I thank you guys for that, but you're just saying it." I said, feeling flattered.
"No Edward, this is like the nicest house we've ever been to." Alice said holding hands with Jasper.
"She's not wrong, and if I may add, your place has a lot smells. Which isn't bad," Rosalie quickly said to me. "It's just nice to have a house that… mixes up the place."
"Well, I don't wanna name it all for you guys, but I can say there's a total of ten different smells in the house. One of them I don't want to name it." I said causing us all to laugh.
"I do like this part of the house." Bella said, her hand in mine, showing everyone the big display of family photos.
"Wow," Victoria said. "Please don't say your mom took the time to do all of that."
"I would, but that would be lying." I chuckled as I showed everyone the photos.
There were many photos on display. There was one mainly showing me, Nessie and our parents together that was taken during the summer. It was in between a photo of me taken from one of my senior photo shoots and one of Nessie for her getting ready for her first day of school. There was also one taken of me and Nessie on my first football game in high school where we won. Then there was a photo of my parents all dressed up on their wedding day, looking not only happy, but madly in love. Another photo was shown of me and my friends all together at the beach in Ocean Shores on Independence Day, and many more photos shown to display the life of the Cullen family.
"Who is that?" Victoria asked pointing at another photo of my family and I along with another group of people next to us, all bundled up in the cold weather based on the snowy background.
"That's our family from Alaska." Nessie answered pointing at the photo.
"Yeah, our aunt, Carmen, is our mom's older sister." I explained. "Like our mom, she's an interior designer but her husband, Eleazar is an attorney. He's one of the best there is. Never has lost a case."
"Damn." Emmett said while Jacob gave out a whistle.
"Emmett." Nessie said holding out her hand.
"Oh shit – I mean – argh!" Emmett said in frustration causing us all to laugh as we watch him hand Nessie a twenty-dollar bill. "Please don't tell me your sister's friends are coming over as well. I don't think I can keep my mouth clean around them."
"Relax, it's only her." I chuckled.
"So who are those people with your aunt and uncle." Jacob asked pointing at the three girls with the little boy.
"Those are their kids, our cousins." I answered. "Irina is the oldest. She's a senior like me. Tanya's only a year younger and Kate is a freshman. Their little brother Vasilii is the same age as Nessie."
"I love them. They're very nice and fun to play with." Nessie said.
"I think it's more than what you say Nessie." Rosalie said, looking at the photo. "All the girls are so beautiful."
"Amen to that." Victoria said, staring at the three cousins of mine.
"Yeah, it's because of them, people in Alaska didn't know we're related and they thought Tanya and I were together." I said shaking my head remembering the one time a woman thought my cousin and I are the cutest couple she has ever seen. Just even remembering it makes me shudder.
"What, you don't like blondes?" Bella teased.
"Even if she weren't my cousin, Tanya isn't the kind of girl I would date. Not because she's blonde." I said. "Besides, I prefer brunettes." I smirked causing Bella to blush allowing me to kiss her cheek.
"Awe!" I turned to see Alice and Victoria saying it while Rosalie smiled with Jasper and Jacob as Nessie giggled and Emmett was wiggling his eyebrows.
"You two are so adorable together, it's sick in a good way." Alice beamed.
"At least you guys thought so." Jacob said as he watches me and Bella with a look that shows more than happiness, but I couldn't put my finger on it.
"We're here!" A voice boomed causing me and Bella to quickly let go of our hands as my friends arrived. "I see you guys are all here. Hope we're not late for the party." Demetri said.
"N-No, you're alright. The food is getting ready and we're just waiting on you guys." I said.
"Sweet, because I'm starving!" Seth said.
"Seth, you brought like seven bags of jerky, ten bags of chips and four bottles of your homemade protein shakes." Ben said.
"Hey, I'm trying to keep the weight I have into muscles here." Seth defended.
"Come on, let's drop our things and then have dinner." Jane said taking Seth's hand and led him out of the living room with my friends following him.
"And you guys thought I ate too much." Jacob chuckled as he set my sister down off his shoulders.
"Might as well join them and grab some grub." Emmett said and soon, he and everyone left the living room.
"Time for the test to begin." I said to Bella when it was just us. "Are you ready?"
"I'm ready when you are?" Bella said and we gave each other one more kiss before walking out of the living room.
This is where it starts now.
I was going to write more into it but it seems too long so will have to stop it there. It was longer than I expected it to be. So I hope you guys won't hate me for the delay just for this.
Also, I don't know who but, I also posted Into You on Starslibrary website, and someone actually made a cover of the story and it turns out amazing! Whoever made, thank you for the art work and for those who want to see it, it is now the cover on the website! I hope you enjoy this chapter. More to come soon, hopefully. Please review.