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*POV BELLA*
I spot her walking towards the cafeteria before she doubles back to walk out the side door. I reach out and grab her before her hand can touch the door.
Bella: Hey, Eddie said…
The look on her face makes me choke on air.
Bella: come on let's go.
I pull her out the door and steer us to my car. When I open the passenger door, she pauses to look at me.
Alice: Bella…
Bella: you trust me right?
I try to focus all my love and care on her. Hoping she feels how much I love her and that I'm just concerned right now. She doesn't reply, she just nods and gets in. I run over to the driver's side. Sending a text to Eddie that I have Alice and to please give Jess a ride home. I glance over at Alice, seeing the sadness all over her face, just breaks my heart. If this has to do with Jasper… sigh. As much as I love her, if she loves Jasper that much, she should be with him. My wolf whines at the thought but it also agrees that we just want her happy. She finally looks up to see where we're going and a small smile creeps up on her face at realizing we're going to the beach. I grab her hand and lace our fingers together; she squeezes my hand and finally gives me a full smile. When I park, I take off my shoes before jogging over to her door.
Bella: don't think, give me your feet.
She looks at me questionably but complies. I take off her shoes and quickly swoop her up bridal style while walking us over to the ocean. Having her in my arms, it just feels perfect. But I shouldn't be focus on that. I should be focus on her.
Alice: Bella, I swear if you throw me in the water again…
Bella: relax lol. As much as I now want to test that threat, I won't. My mom use to bring me down here to talk whenever I couldn't get things right in my head.
I slowly put her down on the edge of the water and take her hand walking us down the shore.
Bella: probably one of the biggest reasons why I love coming down here so much. Take your time though. We don't have to talk if you just want to clear your head.
Alice: Bella… you know Jasper left right?
Jasper… I knew it. I nod my head, not exactly knowing where this is going but hold my breath to find out.
Alice: well, there was a whole blow out. He said somethings he shouldn't have. When asked to apologize to you for his actions, he didn't want to, so he left.
Bella: coward.
Alice: Bella… please. He went to stay with his friend Peter. We all figured it would be for a week or two. That was till Peter showed up this morning. Jasper sent him to get some of his things. He also said Jasper asked me to not look into his future. And now we'll never know when he comes back or if he comes back. I don't know if he's ok or not. What if something happens to him and it's all my fault?
I stop our walking and turn her to face me.
Bella: I want you to listen to me… it's not your fault. All of Jasper's choices are not your fault. He's a grown man, a 100-year-old vampire at that. If he couldn't apologize for his mistakes, he's a coward. Hell, he's even a coward for sending his friend instead of coming and facing his family. Overall, it's not your fault Alice. But I am sorry. I'm sorry you miss him. And I'm sorry for the problems I caused your family especially you. I think you should go, if you miss him. Go get him back.
As much as it hurts to say. I just want her to be happy. Even if it means being with him. I blink away the tears hoping she doesn't notice.
Alice: it's not your fault either. And I was going to, this morning. After Peter left.
She didn't say anything else. Just turned and continued walking. Looking out to the ocean. I wanted to ask, why did she come back. Wanting her to say she came back because of me. But scared to know it wasn't.
Bella: whenever you're ready, go. I hope he comes back to you though. I don't like seeing you hurt.
She turns with a look on her face before nodding her head at my words. I look off at the ocean, again not trusting the tears fighting to come out. Before I can say another word, she kicks water at me. I slowly wipe the water off my face before making the snap decision to grab her. She's not quick enough to run off and I'm able to grab her shirt, pulling her back at me. Grabbing her in a tight grip, walking us deeper into the water and I turn to dunk her in the water.
We spent the rest of the afternoon walking the beach. She told me more about her many travels, her time in college, she told me how this is the most she's been to the beach. Considering all other beaches are sunny places. I promised her I will bring her to the beach as much as I can. Given this is my favorite place and she is my favorite person, it's an easy promise to keep.
*POV ALICE*
Walking the beach and talking with Bella, has been one of the most relaxing things I've ever done. Honestly anything we do together is the easiest thing I've ever experienced. She makes it all so simple. I don't have to put up a mind wall, I don't have to keep my emotions in check, I don't have to be careful with my vampire strengths… I don't have to be anything but me. I could spend all day here with her. We unofficially, without saying, planned to. Till her stomach made it clear she was still human and required food. This time, I grabbed her hand and walked us to the car. I walked over and grabbed the door handle before she could.
Bella: uh, I've never let anyone else drive my car.
Alice: I'm not anyone. I'm your bestest friend!
Bella: you got to talk to Leah with that one lol. But fine.
She hands me the keys and I run over to the driver's side. I drive us to my house. Stating that Esme would be excited to cook. And without fail, Esme was. When the others arrive, they are excited to see Bella. Mainly Rose because it means she gets to start working on Bella's car. Beyond excited actually. She even offered her car to Bella for the weekend. Bella turned down the offer, stating she would mainly be home. Only needing to go down to the Res on Sunday morning for her birthday.
Alice: why didn't you tell me it was your birthday?!
Bella: you're my bestest friend shouldn't you know?
The others laughed. I'm sure from my reaction.
Alice: it's fine, I can plan a birthday party in a day.
Bella: I don't like birthday parties.
Alice: and yet you're having one at the Res. Welp, it's going to happen. We shall go tomorrow to get supplies!
Bella: I don't like shopping either.
Alice: you constantly wound me. Anyways, we're doing both. Now go on, play with Rose. I have a party to plan!
I don't wait for her to reply, I run off to get started. I plan to make this the best party Bella has ever had. I call Leah to let her know. Stating she and any of the other wolves are welcome. She says that might be a hard thing to manage but that she'll let them know. I get visions of Bella sneaking away to the Res to avoid our shopping Saturday. So, I spend the night at Bella's to make sure she doesn't make a getaway.
After a small disagreement, we settle on going after she's had a breakfast created by Esme. Instead of going right when stores open.
Bella: ok Alice. Before we go into this store, we have somethings we need to discuss. One, you are not to be extra. Two, considering I'm the only one to eat. There's no need to get plates and all that. Three, nothing pink.
Alice: we don't share the same opinion on what's extra. But fine, I will keep it chill. And I already know two and three.
Bella: fine, ok let's get this over with.
I head inside while Bella gets a cart. Walking right over to the decorations I envision us getting. Deciding to make this quick for Bella as one of her many gifts. When she joins me, she rolls her eyes at the decorations.
Bella: The Great Gatsby?
Alice: it was one of my favorite times! Besides I already have your outfit. Which might I add, you'll look stunning in.
Bella: alright, what else?
Alice: I ordered some balloons, they're in the back. Come, come.
We head to the back of the store. When we turn the corner Bella stops. Looking at a girl at the counter ordering some balloons. She's pretty. In the blonde hair, blue eyes type of way. She's standing next to a handsome guy. Also, blonde hair and blue eyes. I look at Bella, seeing nothing but anger on her face.
Alice: come on Bella.
I regret the sentence instantly as me saying her name clearly made the girl turn around.
Bella: Lauren.
Lauren: hey Bella! It's great seeing you.
Ahhh, so this is Lauren. She's beautiful in her own way.
Bella: can't say the same.
Lauren: Bella don't be that way.
Bella: what way would you like me to be Lauren? We aren't friends. We aren't anything. You made that clear.
I see Bella gripping the cart tighter. Seeing some metal dust fall off. She starts shaking and I quickly put my hand on her arm, hoping it calms her down. Last thing we want is her phasing and a giant wolf appearing in a store full of humans. Her shaking instantly subsides and she turns to give me a small smile. Lauren's eyes zoom in on my hand.
Lauren: I'm sorry, we're both being so rude. I'm Lauren and this is Hank, my husband.
As he extends his hand, I see Bella's shaking return. Bella glares at Hank before returning her glare at Lauren. When she doesn't go to shake his hand, I extend my hand to him instead. He flinches a little at the coldness but doesn't make a comment to it.
Alice: hey Hank, I'm Alice. Bella's best friend. Nice to meet you both.
Lauren: Best friend huh? She's a looker Bella.
Bella: come on Alice, let's go please.
She leaves the cart and grabs my hand instead. I feel the heat coming off of her body. Hotter than normal.
Bella: Alice, are you ok if I drive?
I don't say anything just toss her the keys.
Lauren: Bella wait!
Bella pauses, with her back still to Lauren.
Lauren: Bella, I just wanted to say I'm sorry.
Bella: you're a year, 6 months, and 18 days too late for that.
Lauren: you counted; I'm touched.
I see Bella flinch slightly.
Lauren: Bella, seriously, I'm sorry. I know it possibly doesn't mean much. But I am sorry. I… I have no excuse. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me one day.
Bella doesn't say anything. She doesn't move. I can almost see the anger and hurt busting out her body. Lauren looks between Bella and I. Almost as if wanting to say something else to her.
Lauren: Alice, it was nice meeting you. Please don't break her heart.
Bella: she would never.
With that Bella gets in the car. Unfortunately slamming my door but right now wasn't the time to say anything. I get in the car throwing one last look at Lauren. When Bella pulls out, I don't make comment to her speeding.