Never Would Have Guessed Part 3

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I clutched my face as pain shot from my jaw. I was seeing stars. My eyes startedwatering, and I had to blink for them to go clear. I looked frantically around, butcouldnt find him. Where the heck did he go?

I started getting up to run in the school, but as soon as I stood, my shoulders weregrabbed and he thrusted his knee into the small of my back. I fell to my hands and

knees and whimpered in pain.

He was by my ear again. Didnt you ever learn manners, Bella? You should nevereven attempt to hurt a guy.

Why, Mike? I asked weakly.

He didnt answer. Mike pulled my arms behind my back so hard, my left shouldermade a little cracking noise. I barely got the scream out before he covered mymouth. Silent tears were pouring down my face.

Mike picked me up, and I thrashed against him. He tightened his grip on my arms,

making my left shoulder burst out pain, causing me to scream into his hand. He wascarrying me to the side of the school, away from everybody. No one would hear mycries.

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Alices POV

Rose and I went to meet with Jasper, Emmett, and Edward, after Bella went outside.I felt really bad for her, with what happened with Edward. After Bella had run out, Iran after her, and Rose told off Edward, which he didnt deserve.

If Bella would just let us explain, she would know the whole story, and she andEdward could be together. But she didnt want to hear about it earlier.

Then there was the thing with Mike. He had a crazed look in his eyes when hementioned her regretting punching him. It seriously scared me.

Me and Rose got to the table, and Jasper smiled at me. I gave a little smile back,still worried about Bella.

I really like Jasper; his curly blonde hair and ice blue eyes. And that southernaccent! It just makes me want to melt.

Rose could tell something was wrong. She looked over at me and raised hereyebrows. I whispered, Im worried about Bella.

She leaned to me and answered, Bella can take care of herself. Shell be fine.

I nodded. I was being silly. I went back to my perky self and started talking toJasper, when I swore I heard a scream. It was so quick, I wasnt completely surethough.


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M-mike wasnt a-at 5th hour A-alice. She stuttered out. Terror washed throughme. I went back out of the hallway and glanced around.

I finally found him walking with Tyler and Austin, with a smug look on his face. Theterror multiplied. I ran up to him and yelled, WHAT DID YOU DO TO HER?!

He grinned, and said, I dont know what youre talking about.

LIKE H*LL YOU DONT YOU A*S!

Woah there, Alice. I have no idea what youre talking about. His face grew hard. Iglared at him. Rose came out. I could see her anger towards him, but she grabbedmy arm and dragged me back to the classroom. We cant do this now, Alice.

I huffed. Rose, we have to find her! What if something horrible happened? I washaving a mini panic attack. Rose pinched my arm. OW!

Get a grip!

Okay, okay! I took deep breaths. Just this last hour, then well find Bella.

English went by so slow, I thought I was going to burst. I was bouncing up and downin my seat, trying to pass time.

I got a kick in the shin from Rosalie, and stopped immediately. Then I startedhumming the NCIS theme song.

Alice, SHUT UP! Rose must be PMSing or something

The class looked at us.

I patted Rosalies hand.

Rosie, are you hearing things again? I said sweetly.

Everyone broke out into whispers. I laughed uncontrollably, and Rosalie glared atme.

After 20 more minutes, the bell rang. I sighed in relief, ran to my locker to get mystuff, and ran outside. Rose caught up with me, and then Edward, Jasper, andEmmett joined us.

I immediately started waling around the school with Jasper and Edward, while Roseand Emmett checked throughout the inside of the school. While walking, I triedcalling her cell again. No answer. Again.

I quickened my pace, looking frantically. We passed some trees that weresurrounded by bright green grass. But something caught my eye.


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A brown pool, with white right by it. Taking a better look, I saw her hand,surrounded be her hair. And red. Blood. I screamed, and ran to her.

She looked absolutely horrible. Bruises were forming over every part of her bodythat I could see. She was fully clothed, thank God. She had a few cuts on her armsand legs, and she had a nasty yellow-purple bruise on her jaw.

Her eyes were closed, but she had blood surrounding her back. I was sobbinguncontrollably. I hadnt even noticed Edward or Jasper.

Jasper pulled me into a hug, and let me stain his shirt with my tears.

Edward looked as if he was going to burst into tears any second.

J-Jasper, c-c-call R-Ros-se. I could barely get out.

He nodded, and walked a little ways away from Bella.

Edward knelt down beside her, opened her mouth, and listened.

Shakily, he said, Shes breathing.

Edward picked her up carefully, and we started walking to his car.

Jasper came back. Theyll meet us by your Porsche, Alice.

I nodded, still sobbing. My knees were shaking.

When we got to the car, Rose took one look at Bella, screamed, and bursted intotears.

She ran up to her and stroked her hair. I-its o-ok-k-kay, B-B-Bella.

Emmett grabbed her into a hug and held her tight. She sobbed even louder.

J-Jasper, c-can you drive? I asked, holding out my keys. He nodded.

Me and Rose got in the back with Bella, and held her in our laps.

Edward and Emmett took Edwards Volvo. We sped to the hospital at 40 miles overthe speed limit.

Emmett and Edward were already at the hospital when we got there. I guess one ofthem called already because they were ready for her as soon as we got there.

Nurses took her into the emergency room immediately.

Me and Rose sat down in the uncomfortable chairs in a stupor. Just 2nd hour, Bellawas laughing and smiling.


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Tears were still gushing down my face when a doctor came out. Edward, Emmett,and Jasper went up to him, so me and Rose followed.

multiple, deep lacerations in her back, her scapula got fractured, and she broke4 ribs. She also lost a lot of blood, so weve had to do some transfusions.

When can we see her? Rosalie demanded.

The doctor turned to us, and I saw his nameplate. Carlisle Cullen

My eyes widened, and I elbowed Rose. She looked and saw too.

Uhuh s-so when can we see her? Rose asked again, shaking her head.

You can see her in a few hours. Where is her father?

Crap! We forgot to call Charlie.

While Rose talked to Carlisle more, I got out my cell and called.

Chief Swan. He answered.

Hi, Charlie, its Alice. I started nervously.

Hey, Alice. What can I do ya for?

Um, Bella, Bellas um, in the um, hospital? I smacked myself in the forehead.

He laughed lightly. What did she do this time, Alice?

Its really serious Mr. Swan I trailed off.

His happy vibe died instantly over the phone.

What happened? He said sharply.

Uh, well, she uh, got beaten.

All I heard was the dial tone.

I hung up and sighed. Mike is in for some deep sh*t.

~*~

Bellas POV

I woke in a room that had off-white walls, cabinets, and a-gulp- I.V. The hospital.

What was the last thing I remembered? I thought hard.


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Flashback:

Mike grabbed my completely bruised body, and slammed my back into a tree. Ismelt than felt the blood pouring down my back. I screamed one last time beforecrumbling to the ground.

End Flashback

I felt sore all over, and it hurt to breathe. I stared at the ceiling for a few minutesbefore a doctor came in.

Oh, Isabella! Youre awake.

I peered over at him and he smiled at me.

Hello, Im Carlisle Cullen, your doctor for your stay. My eyes widened at the name.Edwards dad.

The only thing I could think to say, Call me Bella.

He nodded.

Would you like to see anyone, Bella?

I nodded fast. He chuckled and left.

A few minutes later, everyone came in. Alice, Rose, Emmett, Jasper, Edward, andmy dad. Oh, God why? Hes probably a wreck.

My friends stayed back while Charlie came up.

Bella? He looked upset.

Y-yeah dad?

He looked down at me intensely. Who did this to you? He demanded.

I opened my mouth to answer, but a memory hit me hard.

Flashback:

Dont you dare tell anyone what happened, Bella. You wouldnt want this tohappen to anyone else, do you?

I gulped as my life drained.

End Flashback

I gasped.


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I-I d-dont kn-know. I stuttered out.

His eyes narrowed, along with Alice, Rose, and Edwards.

Emmett and Jasper just looked confused.

Charlie sighed, kissed my forehead quickly, and left the room, leaving me with myfriends.

Roses voice was cold and hard, Isabella, why did you lie to your father?

I was shaking. I-I didnt.

Alice piped in angrily, Yes, you did. And were telling Charlie whether you like it ornot.

I shook even harder and started crying. No! Dont tell him!

WHY?! Rose exploded.

HELL HURT YOU! I screamed, breathing hard. That caused a sharp pain in myside, so I started breathing in short little pants.

Roses eyes softened. Bella, for what he did, hell go to jail. He cant hurt us.

I shook my head. No. Dont tell him, or Ill be majorly pissed at you.

Her eyes flashed, I can live with that. She said sharply, and she walked out,followed by Emmett, who shot me an apologetic look.

I groaned softly, and buried my face in my hands.

I felt two little arms wrap around me.

I-Im so glad youre o-okay! Alice wailed.

I hugged her back. Me, too, I whispered.

She smiled through tears, and left.

Jasper came up next, gave me a hug, and left, too.

That left me with Edward.

This will be interesting.

I just watched as Edward paced around the room. God why do I have to talk to himnow? I cleared my throat.

Edward? Did you want to talk to me?


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He just glared at me, then kept pacing. I huffed and looked at the ceiling,completely bored.

Well, if you arent going to talk, can you get Alice? And maybe Emmett?

He didnt answer. I groaned in annoyance, and started to get up.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING? Edward yelled, towering over me.

I shrunk back into the bed, and said, Uh, going to get Alice? I said it as a question.He put his hands on both of my arms, and said, No.

I glared at him. What right do you have to keep me from getting my friend?

Youre too beat up to move. He stated.

I raised my eyebrows at him. So Im too beat up to get Alice, but healthy enough

for you to have my arms in a death grip? I said it angrily.

He loosened his grip, but didnt let go. I glowered at him.

That was code for LET GO. I said dryly.

Fine! He snapped and walked to the chair, sitting down.

I sighed. What are you even doing here, Edward?

His face was a stone. I came to make sure you were okay.

Why do you care? I said scowling, to keep from crying.

Just because youre pissed at me, doesnt mean I am at you.

I laughed humorlessly. I was never mad at you, Edward. I stated.

Then why the h*ll are you avoiding me like the freaking plague?

My eyes watered, but no tears fell. I have my reasons. I said simply.

WHAT IS YOUR PROBLEM?! He shouted at me.

Tears fell down. Youll never understand. I said it so quietly, he didnt hear. Iwasnt going to tell him that I like him a lot, especially since he has a girlfriend.

He huffed angrily, and left without another word. I kept crying.

I looked down to my hands and saw the I.V. My eyes widened and I went dizzy atthe sight of a needle in my skin. I tipped over slightly, but was snapped out of itfrom Alice and Emmett walking in.


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Emmett looked exhausted, probably from dealing with Rose, and Alice looked upsetand happy at the same time. Her hair was really untamed, as if she had beenpulling on it, and her eyes were puffy and red from crying, but she was wearing aradiant smile.

Howre ya holding up, squirt? I smiled at the nickname Emmett gave me.

Im doing okay. Um, Emmett?

Yeah?

What all is wrong with me? I clasped my hands together, avoiding the I.V.

Emmett looked surprised. Dad- er, Dr. Cullen didnt tell you? His eyebrows knittedtogether.

I shook my head. He just shrugged, and said, Uh, you got a crack in your scapula, 4

broken ribs, I think and youre bruised to the point where you look like ablueberry. He grinned.

I rolled my eyes at him. I smiled a little back, replying, Im not that fat, am I?

He just laughed. Alice looked like she was going to explode, so I said, Hey Em? Canyou get me some water?

He nodded and left. I looked pointedly at Alice, and she grinned.

First, Edward looked completely pissed, so youll have to explain that conversationtop me later. Second JASPER ASKED ME OUT!!!!!

I smiled knowingly. I knew he wouldnt hold up much longer.

She smiled even bigger and nodded.

How bad is Rose? I asked.

Alice immediately frowned. She cooled off after awhile. But she told Charlie. Shegave me a pointed look. I kinda mentioned everything to her in 3rd hour yesterday.

You know, about what Mike said and everything.

Uh, Ali? How long have I been out? I didnt want to know.

Since we found you? Uh, about, she looked at the clock on the wall, 6 and a halfhours. When did he get you? She shifted uncomfortably.

Lunch. Her eyes widened. She looked extremely guilty.

Ali? Whats wrong?


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You screamed. You did, didnt you? But he stopped it reallyfast.

I nodded, confused, and Alice started sobbing.

Ali?! I said in alarm. Alice! Whats wrong?

She shook her head, saying, All my fault!

I grabbed her into a hug, and said, Ali, whats your fault?

She sobbed louder. Youherehurtmy fault!!

I grabbed her upper arms, and looked her in the eyes.

Mary Alice Brandon. Me getting hurt is, and never will be your fault. Do youunderstand me? I was proud of how firm my voice was.

But I heard it Iheardscream. I- She took a shaky breath in, steadying her

voice. I heard your scream. I couldve gone out there and stopped it. But I didnt.Her voice broke on didnt.

I looked at her. She shouldnt blame herself like this.

Alice, do you really think you couldve fought him off? He wouldve hurt you, too.

Bella, I was with all of the guys and Rose. I couldve brought them. Mike wouldvenever gotten you. She let out a sob.

I pulled her into a hug again. Alice, Im okay now, and thats all that matters.

She nodded. A thought came to mind, but I blushed and looked down.

Bella, what is it? Alice knew me too well.

I was wondering if Never mind. Too embarrassing and scary to ask.

Bella! Tell me now! She took hold of my chin, and looked my in the eyes.

I-I didnt getr-raped d-did I? I stuttered out.

Alices eyes softened. No honey, I dont think he did.

I blew out a breath I didnt realize I was holding.

Emmett walked back in with a water bottle for me and a coffee for him. It was prettyfunny, because he was using one of those little stirring stick things as a straw.

Hey! You didnt get me anything! Alice said, pouting.


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Ali, I hate to break it to you, but I dont think anyone wants to see you hyped up oncaffeine

She just pouted more, gave me a hug, and said, Ill be back later.

Youre getting coffee arent you?

Heck yes.

Fat-free caramel vanilla latte? We said at the same time.

Emmett looked between us. Freaky he said.

I grinned at him. Okay, Alice. See ya later.

Alice left the room, leaving me and Emmett.

So whats up with you and Eddie boy?

I stiffened. What do you mean?

I mean, why arent you guys going out already?

He has a girlfriend. I said through tight lips.

Emmett laughed. He laughed at that. I narrowed my eyes at him, but he kept onlaughing.

Might I ask what is so funny? I say, aggravated.

Eddie doesnt have a girlfriend, Bella.

I raised my eyebrows. Isnt Eddie going out with Tanya?

Emmett let out a chuckle. No. That was fake. Im surprised Ali and Rosie haventtold you anything about it. I was suddenly very very mad.

Emmett, get Alice and Rosalie in here. Now. I was furious.

Do they need shields and swords? Emmett joked.

I looked at him. Trust me. Theyll need more than that.

~*~

I was still fuming by the time they got in the room. It took 20 minutes for them toget in here. What the heck were they doing?

I have one question. I said.


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They nodded, eyes wide.

Why didnt you tell me that Edward didnt have A F*CKING GIRLFRIEND!

They looked scared. Good.

Rose answered, You didnt ask. You told us to talk about it later.

When I meant later, I meant later that day. Or maybe the day after that. But no. Ihear it from Emmett, after avoiding Edward for no reason!

Alice gulped.

I glared at both of them, Im done. I said.

Im sorry, Bella! Alice said, looking really upset.

I just nodded. Get Edward. Ill talk to you guys later.

Alice nodded and left, but Rose stayed behind.

Are you okay? She asked.

Do I look okay, Rose?

No, you look like sh*t.

We both laughed at that. It was too true. I can never stay mad at someone forlong

So whats up with you and Emmett? I havent heard anything about it.

Whatever do you mean, Bella dearest?

Okay, Ill play along. Why, I was just wondering if you fancy dear Emmett, Rosaliedarling.

Well, I may have a little crush on Mr. Emmett, but you mustnt tell Queen Alice, forshell meddle.

You are quite right, Rosalie.

We both took one look at each other, and started laughing.

Mhm. I heard someone clear their throat. I looked over and saw Edward there.Wow. I didnt think he would actually come back.

Shall I give Lady Alice your gratitude for sending Duke Edward, Isabella? Rosewhispered.


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Give her my thanks and a flower if you would.

Rose winked, and left the room. I took a deep breath.

What did you want, Bella? You.

I need to talk to you, without fighting. Hopefully.

He crossed his arms. Talk.

Why did you pretend to have a girlfriend? Might as well not beat around the bush.

He blushed. I didnt pretend. He wouldnt look me in the eyes.

Youre lying.

His eyes flashed when they met mine. No, Im not.

Then was Emmett lying? I stated dryly.

He blanched. D*mnit. He said under his breath.

Oh, dont get mad at Emmett. Your girlfriend was the reason I was avoiding you.

What?! Why? He seemed shocked.

I looked away. I wasnt going to tell him I liked him yet.

Well, I wouldnt want her to get the wrong impression about us. If were friends,but hang out or something, I dont want her coming to kill me for being with you. It

was a total lie, but I had to say something

I looked at him and he looked disappointed?

Whatever that look was, it went away as quick as I saw it.

Well you need to get some sleep. Carlisle said you could be out on Sunday, so youwont miss any school.

I groaned. First day back and Ill have detention. Is my Saturday at school going tobe excused?

He just nodded. He seemed to be deep in thought.

Mine wont be though. He said at last.

Oh, crap! I forgot you had it too!

Yeah,


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Okay I guess Ill get some sleep.

He came forward to me. My breathing became uneven as he came closer. His lipswere an inch from mine, and then he brought them up and kissed my forehead. Myeyes closed.

Sweet dreams, Bella. He said. And I did have sweet dreams indeed.

Did I ever mention that I hate hospitals? No? Well I seriously do now. Id beenpunctured with so many little, and painful needles, youd think my skin has beenseverely stabbed. It was Saturday evening, and every freakin part of my body hurt.I felt like I was run over by a semi. Multiple times. And then maybe thrown off of acliff.

Add boredom to my pain, and what do you have? A teen who wants either to get theh*ll outta here, or more drugs. I looked over to Angela, the nurse who was checkingon my injuries, and asked again, So youre sure I cant have more sleep medicine?I was desperate.

She smiled lightly at me. Yes, Im sure you cant have any more.

I had no visitors right now, because Alice and Rose went shopping, Edward was atschool, Jasper had to go with the girls (Poor guy), Charlie was working andEmmett Um Actually, I dont know where Emmett was

I sighed, frustrated. Dr. Cullen will be here in a minute, dear. Angela left the room.She insisted I call her that, instead of Mrs. Cheney. She said it was too formal for hertaste. I can see why, considering shes probably in her mid-20s.

At least Carlisle would be in here soon. When the nurses say one minute they

really mean it. They dont lie like other offices do, and make you wait for a long timeafter saying it would be momentarily. If they know itll be awhile, they say it will.

I frowned, thinking of how I knew so much about this hospital. Ive been here toomany times. I can run, sure, but otherwise...

Carlisle came in. I looked at him, and noticed how he kept looking at his papers,then at me, then back at his papers, all while frowning. I looked at him, wonderingwhat was up. I little sliver of fear ran down my spine. I had a feeling something wasgoing on.

Carlisle?

Hmm? He sounded far away, with a hint of shock in his tone.

Did you find something? I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.

Um, no, nothing is wrong with your health. He kept looking at his papers, orwhatever was in his hands.


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Carlisle, that isnt what I asked. He looked up.

Did you find something? I spoke slower.

Well, Bella He trailed off, muttering something like how couldnt I see thisbefore?

Carlisle!

I dont know how to say this, Bella, because I didnt catch it at first. I guess testscouldnt see it because you were so damaged. Uh, Bella?

Im starting to freak out a lot more now. Carlisle didnt catch whatever I had at first.Am I going to die? Oh, God!

I cleared my throat. Y-yeah?

It turns out you did happen to be raped by Mike.

I felt like the wind was knocked out of me. I covered my face with my hands.

Oh, God! I groaned.

Bella, thats not all

Oh, good gracious, please dont say it!

No no no no no no no no no no no no no!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Youre pregnant.

F*ck. Uh, I mean, not F*ck.

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After sobbing for 2 hours non-stop, I decided that since I cant change it, I might aswell try and embrace it. Angela was off of her shift, and stayed to keep mecompany. I was grateful she was there, even though we didnt know each other verywell.

Even though its under horrible circumstances, youre having a baby! She mademe feel so much better about everything. I smiled a little and looked down at mystomach.

Yeah, I guess I am. I put a hand on my small stomach, thinking about how a babywas in there.

Maternal instincts are already there. She said smiling.

Hey, Angela, do you have any I trailed off. She shook her head.


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Ben and I have tried a few times, but we havent been lucky yet. She looked alittle sad about that.

Itll happen. I said strongly. Angela deserved a baby of her own.

I sighed. I have no idea how Im going to tell dad about this. H*ll, I dont know howIll tell anyone about this. Oh my god, what will happen if people at school foundout? Oh, God! I covered my face with my , I added, What would Edward think?

I felt two arms wrap around me and saw Angela looking at me sympathetically.

Bella, you didnt do anything wrong. Someone did this to you against your will, andI know your friends wont judge you for that. Neither will your dad. I cant tell youwhat would happen at your school, but Im thinking rumors will be a pain. Shegrimaced.

If your friends are there for you, I dont think it will matter what the rest of the

school thinks, do you? She had a point.

Thats true, but if anyone trash talks my baby, they will be in here next. I said.

Angela laughed.

They can talk bad about your daddy all they want to. I told my nonexistent belly.

Angela laughed even harder.

I smiled. Ang, could you go get Carlisle? You can stay in here when he comes. I justneed to ask him something. Angela nodded, and walked out of the room.

I yawned. I wondered where Mike was now. Jail? Home? Out of state? Will he bepunished for what he did to me? Charlie would probably shoot him for what he did. Ismiled a little at imagining my dad shooting Mike.

The door opened, and Carlisle and Ang walked in.

Did you need me, Bella?

Yeah, I was just going to ask you, could you not tell Charlie? I would like to tell himmyself. And, will my injuries hurt my baby? I looked down. I would kill Mike if mybaby was damaged from him.

I wont tell your father, because I can tell that you really will, and as for yourbabys health, it is still so small, not having even taken a shape yet, that yourinjuries wont do anything to it. As long as you heal and stay healthy, the fetusshould be fine. I nodded to him, said thanks, and yawned.

Bella, I think you should get your rest. Angela said softly. I nodded, and closed myeyes automatically. Im having a baby. A beautiful, perfect little baby.


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~*~

WHY CANT WE KNOW WHAT THE H*LLS WRONG WITH BELLA?!

I woke up very confused. Was something wrong with me or something? Wait.

Yesterday Oh! Im pregnant.

I heard another softer, calmer voice. Shell tell you on her own.

WHAT IS THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN?! I GET A CALL FROM CHARLIE, ASKING IF WEKNEW WHAT WAS WRONG WITH BELLA, BUT I HAVE NO F*CKING CLUE! Whosevoice was that? I started waking up more, but kept my eyes closed. I knew thatwhoever was yelling was behind the door, because her voice was slightly muffled.

Ask her when she wakes up. Charlie is there with her now. That was Carlisle.

Can I go in now? I know who that is now! Its Rose. I wonder why I cant hear Alice.

Yes. Please, Dr. Cullen? There she was!

I guess he nodded or something, because I heard the door open and close.

How is she? Alice asked.

She stirred when you started yelling, but otherwise shes been good.

I felt two little arms wrap around me, and knew it was Alice. She whispered into myear, Whatever it is, Bella, you can tell us. She knows me too well. I guess sheknew I was fake-sleeping

She gave me a little shake so I would wake up. I groaned lightly and pushed atAlice like I normally would. 10 more minutes!

Alice giggled. Bella, no!

I pouted, and squinted at the light. I may have been awake, but my eyes wereclosed before. I rubbed at them, yawning.

Good morning, er, afternoon I said looking at the clock. It was 1:45p.m.

How are you, Bella? Charlie asked.

Everywhere hurts. I replied simply.

He looked sad. Then I remembered. Oh, yeah. Dad, I was wondering whathappened to Mike?

Well, since you havent been able to plead your case, hes out and about rightnow


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WHAT?! NO! HE CANT BE OUT THERE! GET HIM IN JAIL! GET A TRIAL GOING! IMREADY TO PLEAD MY CASE! Everyones eyes were wide. I breathed. In. Out. In. Out.I can do this. I can tell them. Hell go to jail, and wont hurt anyone. Ill be okay. Itllbe okay. They wont judge me. They love me.

I cleared my throat. Um, t-the doctors found out something yesterday. Uh, I-it turnsout, M-Mike actually did r-rape me. That was harder than I thought.

Alice looked at me with tears in her eyes. Honey, are you okay?! she said.

Charlie looked too shocked to speak. Rose had a far away look to her.

Um, t-thats not a-all Uh, the doctors also found out I, I Im p-pregnant? I saidit like a question and bit my lip.

WHAT?! THAT B*STARD GOT YOU PREGNANT?! I was surprised to see Charliesaying that instead of Rosalie. Rose was sitting in the chair looking dumbfounded.

Alice was crying.

Charlie was pacing the room.

Y-yeah, dad. Im knocked up. I laughed a little, but it came out as more of a sob.Alice ran up to me, but Rose was still staring straight ahead in shock.

No one could talk. We were all frozen. I was the first to snap out of it.

Guys, dont tell the boys, okay? Ill tell them on my own. Alice nodded, and Rosedidnt do anything.

Rose? Rose? Are you okay?

W-what? Oh, oh me! Im fine, Bella. Yeah, I wont tell the boys.

Okay.

Charlies cell rang.

Chief Swanyesyesokayuh-huhalright Ill be there.

He looked to me. Honey, I have to go. I nodded. He came over and kissed me onthe forehead before he left.

Rose, why did you space out? I asked her.

Oh, me? No reason. But how are you? Are you okay? Hm. Ill be asking her aboutthis later. I looked at Alice, and her eyes said the same thing.

Im fine. I get out tonight, thank God. I smiled.


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Since I had bruises to cover, I was wearing a white dress that went down to rightbelow my knees, with a little black bow below the bust line, and a black half-jacket.

They let me wear flats so I would have less of a chance of falling.

We went to the restaurant after Alice and Rose finished getting ready, and Emmett

was making some joke, because Jasper and Edward were laughing hysterically.

Us girls looked at them, and started giggling. That made them stop what they weredoing immediately and look at us. Edward looked a tadlustful? And frustrated.

I gave him a confused look as he walked up to me.

Carlisle wont tell me anything. Oh! I nodded. He let out an angry growl.

I chuckled. Did you just growl? I laughed even more.

Lets get something to eat, he snapped.

We sat down and talked for a while, and then I hated Edwards guts for what he saidin front of Jasper and Emmett.

What are you hiding, Bella? What is Carlisle not telling us, because none of usknow. Tell us whats going on.

I blanched at Edward. What?!

I looked at Alice in panic. HELP ME!!!!!!! She read the message in my eyes clearly.So did the rest of the group. They all glanced at me with questioning eyes.

Well be right back. Alice said, giving a pointed glance to Rose. She stood upimmediately saying, Yeah.

They grabbed ay arms and pulled me to the bathrooms. I turned away from them,panicked. What will they say when we get back? Will they interrogate me? Will theybe gone? I took a deep breath and turned to Alice and Rosalie. They both looked atme with sympathetic eyes.

What am I supposed to say to them? We all know Carlisle could crack at anyminute to them. We also know Edward will stay on the topic and drive us crazy. Illtell them eventually, but will they be mad at me if I dont now?

I was pacing the small room when some 14 to 15 year old girls walked in. Theylooked at me for a while, and I didnt know what was wrong until I remembered Iwas covered with bruises. I blushed, and Rose glared at them saying, What?! Theywalked into stalls quickly after that. I stopped pacing, and snuck a glance at Alice.So? I said nonchalantly, as if nothing was wrong.

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out with Rose and Alice right behind. We got back to the table, and I acted likeEdward never asked a question.

Bella? Are you going to answer? Danggit. I looked at the menu, and replied with acurt, No. He scowled at me, and I smiled innocently back. Might as well joke aboutit

Oh, you know how us girls are. We always have our secrets. I smiledmischievously, glancing at Rose. She winked at me and agreed with a giggle.Edward answered with a glower to me.

Crossing his arms, he looked straight at me and said, When it involves your health,it probably shouldnt be kept a secret. I could hear how annoyed he was.

Is this really about my health? Or are you just annoyed that you dont know aboutsomething in my life? I glared at him, and saw his emerald eyes flame.

His tone was low and deadly. This is only about your health. Im not the kind of

person to go looking for gossip. The look in his eyes made me unable to disagreewith him. I looked away. I couldnt look at him anymore, or I might blurt it out tohim.

The waitress came by and got our drink and food orders. I was glad she kept to herjob instead of eying the guys. I saw from the corner of my eyes that Alice and Jasperwere getting cozy. Ill have to ask Alice when her date is.

Rose looked even more comfortable with Emmett. Her chair was pushed up rightagainst his, and they were talking quietly with their heads close together. I foundmyself smiling at them softly. Their lives seemed so easy. Mine is pretty much Hellnow. Im pregnant, beaten, have been called depressed, have tons of detention for

skipping, and am fighting with the guy I like.

I sighed, the happy moment gone. A few minutes later the waitress, Jenna, cameback with our drinks and food. I barely touched mine, my appetite suddenly lost.

Bella, you hungry? Emmett asked, eying my food. I shook my head and pushedthe plate away from me. You can have it. I said, looking away. He grinned andtook it immediately. I smiled in spite of myself.

After another 10 minutes or so, everyone finished and we left. As we walked out, Isaw the girls from the bathroom stealing glances at me and whispering. I wanted tohit them. I gave a hard glare, and they immediately averted their gaze.

Bella, are you coming? I heard Alice call from the Porsche. Oh, coming! I saidloud enough for her to hear. It was drizzling, so I half-ran to the car.

SHOTGUN! Rose yelled, laughing. I chuckled too. I think Emmett was rubbing offon her. She and Emmett would make a cute couple, what with Roses seriousnessand Emmetts humor, they balance each other out very well.


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As the car pulled away, I looked back to see Edward gazing at it withloss?Disappointment? L-longing? No. I only wish it was.

I look at him one last time before staring straight ahead of me for the rest of theride home.

~*~

Mornings. I absolutely HATE mornings. They hate me, I hate them. We have thesame relationship as me and math. I groaned knowing I had to get up. I took a quickshower, got dressed casually, and called Rosalie.

Youll have to call Alice today, Bell. She said, sounding excited. Rose knew me toowell because she knew I had a confused face on.

Emmett is picking me up. She explained. I smiled, happy for her, yet jealous atthe same time. She got one of the Cullens without all the drama. We said our byesand I called Alice.

Im coming! She said as soon as she picked up the phone. I laughed, and heardher tinkling laugh on the other line. A thought struck me.

Alice, what am I supposed to do about my bruises? I asked, panicking. I couldalmost hear the gears in her head spinning.

Hmm Ill come over with some concealer. I have some from when I was as whiteas freakin snow that might be your color. It might not be white enough thoughshe trailed off. I glared at the phone.

Thanks so much. I replied dryly. She only laughed at me. Be there in 5. She

said, and hung up. I sighed, looking at all of my bruises. They were an ugly blackish-bluish-purple color that was in huge patches all over. I pushed up my shirt andlooked at my stomach. It had a long blue strip going across. I grimaced, wonderingif theyll ever go away, because it seems like they wont.

There is a God, and he loves you, because he made me to help you! Alice sangwhile coming in. I chuckled a little and turned to her. She grimaced.

You look a lot worse today. She said. I scowled at her.

Thanks for being sohonest. I replied, annoyed.

Youre welcome! She chirped, getting out her concealer from her bag. She dabbeda little on my hand and rubbed it in.

Hmm Its a little off, but itll do. She got to work rubbing the rest in on my arms,legs, neck, and face. Done! She said, dragging me to a mirror. You could barelysee anything other than white, which is what I normally am. Even I couldnt tell Iwas bruised. I looked up at Alice in amazement, and she just grinned.


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Okiedokie, lets go. She said clapping her hands together. I went down to her car,surprised she didnt make me wear any make-up or do my hair, or comment on myclothes.

We left for school, and I remembered I have detention for 5 weeks. 5. Whole.Weeks. Oh, joy. AND I have to go in on Saturdays, too. Ugh.

Alice, how am I supposed to run in track all beat up and pregnant?! I saidfrantically.

She blinked in surprise, then answered calmly, Get Carlisle to call the school. Youobviously cant run with broken ribs and huge scratches all over your back Shetrailed off.

And how am I supposed to get Carlisle to call the school I say irritated.

Alice sighed loudly, frustrated, and got out her cell phone. She looked through it andpushed call. Her fingers tapped on the steering wheel.

Can I speak to Dr. Carlisle Cullen, please? She asked politely. The fingers kepttapping while she waited. Tap tap tap tap tap tap tap tap tap tap tap tap tap tap taptap-

BAM! I slammed my hand down on her hand. That incessant tapping was killing me.Alice glared at me, and a voice came on the other line of the phone.

Yes, Carlisle, its Alice Brandon. Bella has track 1st hour, and because of herinjuries, she probably shouldnt participate, correct? She listened some more.Yeahuh-huhokay, well I was just wondering if you could fax a doctor note to theschool, or call them or something. She nodded to me and said into the phone,

Okay, thank-you! Click. She handed me her cell to put back into her Dooney &Burke purse.

So? I drawled out the word.

Hes gonna fax a doctors note. He said to tell you to take it easy and keeppressure off your back. I nodded to her. That made sense. It hurt like crap.

We pulled into the parking lot and saw Rose with Emmett kissing?! Oh, God. As soonas I got out of the car, I ran to Alice, grabbed her around the waist with one arm,and covered her mouth with the other. She squealed loudly into my hand andstarted hopping up and down.

When they went inside, I let her go. She immediately sprinted to the doors yelling,ROSALIE!!!!!!! I laughed and was about to follow her when I got pulled aside.Edward, of course. He looked at me with pleading eyes.

Bella, I need to know. He said. It wasnt forcefully though. It sounded as if he werebreaking.


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I sighed sadly. Edward, if I said it wasnt life threatening, would you relax a little?He didnt say anything.

Well I promise it isnt life threatening. I said, and he visibly loosened up. I couldntstand it. I lurched forward and hugged him tight, burying my face in his chest. Heheld me just as tightly. Pain shot through my back, and I gasped a little, but I

ignored it.

Im okay, Edward. I swear. Ill be okay. He nodded and buried his face into myhair. You will tell me though, right? He asked, holding onto me.

Yes. I said and let go. He sighed and dropped his arms. I looked into his eyes andsaw how worried he really was.

I hadnt noticed we had been getting closer. As our lips were about to touch, thebell rang. We snapped away from each other quickly.

Uh, bye. I said fast, my face a fiery red, and practically ran to first hour.

I shouldnt be doing this. Im pregnant for Gods sake! And me and Edward haveonly known each other for what? A week? Oh, God.

Coach Clapp scowled at me, but just pointed to the bench. He obviously got the fax.While Alice was running, I saw she had her phone out. I chuckled. Alice and herphone

My ring tone went off.

Only when I stop to think about it

I hate everything about you

Why do I love you?

I hate everything about you

Why do I love you?

Thank God Coach Clapp was on the other side of the field. I hurriedly flipped up myphone.

1 new message from:

*Alice*

Y wer u late luver grl? *Alice*

Drama, you know, Edward stuff -Bella

Do u expect me 2 believe that? *Alice*


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Yes because its the truth! Bella

So-rry, u ended it suggestively! *Alice*

I did not! Bella

Watevr Bella. *Alice*

Okay! Fine, we almost kissed, but the bell rang! Bella

WAT?! D*MN BELL! Y DIDNT U TELL ME SOONER?! *Alice*

I got here late. Remember? Bella

Right Coach Clapp headed ur way!!! *Alice*

Thanks! Talk in 2nd. Bella

I quickly put my phone away and pulled out a book.

How did you get injured, Isabella? I need a real reason as to why you get to skipmy class.

Ugh. Its none of his business. Hmm.

I got beaten and raped. I answered bluntly. Coach Clapps jaw dropped. I smiledradiantly. Dont worry though, I was passed out before the rape part. Nopermanent damage. I looked out to Alice, who was running extra fast, probablyfrom her pent up energy. Coach Clapp was walking back out there. I chuckled.

Thats a way to get teachers off my back.

I read for the rest of the hour, and as soon as the bell rang, I had Alice AND Rose onmy back.

You almost kissed?! AW BELLA!!! Alice exclaimed. Rose was grinning from ear toear.

How was yourehhemconversation with Emmett this morning, Rose? I said.

She blushed, actually blushed, and said, Mmm Fine I laughed. She looked atme pointedly though.

You shouldnt be saying anything miss almost lip-lock. I blushed bright red. Iglared at Alice. She shouldnt have brought it up. Theyll never let me live thisdown. I walked into 2nd hour and stopped dead in my tracks. There he was. Sittingright there. In the classroom. Grinning at me. The father of my baby. Mike Newton.


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Alice just noticed that I wasnt paying attention and looked where I was looking. Shescowled in a way that would have me sprinting far away. Mike just smiled bigger,the a*shole.

She started toward him, but I grabbed her back. Relax Alice. I said. She was stilltense, but she didnt try to approach him again. I walked to the teacher, Can I go

to the principal? She looked at me funny, probably wondering if something waswrong with me. Please?

She nodded and I started leaving. I glanced at Alice and nodded. Weve done this alot throughout the years. She went to the teacher with a panicked look in her eyesand asked if she could go to the bathroom. She could be an actress, I swear.

I walked to the bathroom and sat on the counter and waited a few seconds for Alice.

When she walked in, I lost it. I bursted into tears. I didnt realize how hard it wouldbe to see him. I just wanted him gone forever. Alice sat beside me and wrapped herarms around me. I brought my knees up to my chest and put my arms around them,

making myself into a ball.

I felt Alices arms let go and heard her arms clicking on her phone. A few minuteslater, Rosalie came in. We stayed in the bathroom for the rest of the hour. No oneelse had come in luckily. When I heard the bell ring, I picked up my stuff, andwalked to French, not caring if I looked like crap right now.

Jasper sat next to me again, like he has been since he moved here. He took onelook at me and his eyes widened. I pushed my hand through my hair, Okay, tell mehow bad I look. I said. He just gaped for a few seconds then said, W-whathappened?!

Mike was in my 2nd hour. I skipped it. Not a huge deal. He hugged me instantly.

I dont know exactly how you feel, but I know it must be horrible. He said quietly. Inodded, and tears welled up in my eyes, but I held them back. The teacher walkedin, and Jasper let go of me. After getting our assignment, I glared at the book.

I hate French. I cant understand any of it. I scowled. Jasper laughed at me.

Edward is really fluent in French. You could probably ask him to help you.

Why isnt he taking French then? I asked.

He shook his head. He said it would be unfair to take the class when he alreadyknows it. He muttered idiot under his breath. I smiled. That would be somethinghe would do.

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Jasper scoffed. Hes taking the easiest, Spanish. I grinned bigger. That was alsosomething he would choose.

Lovely. I said. I might be tutored by someone taking Spanish, who speaksFrench. Thats jacked. Up. I said. Jasper laughed.

Oh! Before I forget, when are you going out with Alice? What are you doing? I ask.He looked a little nervous.

Were going out Friday night, and Im taking her to dinner, and then going back tomy place? He ended it as a question.

Okay, thats okay, but make sure no one else is home when you take her there,and maybe give her something, like a necklace or a bracelet. She would be inheaven if youd do that for her. Trust me. I said. Oh, but she wont really let onhow much she enjoyed it. Its a nervous habit of hers. I nodded. That wouldprobably be all he needed to know.

He grinned at me. Thanks Bella. He said, relieved.

The rest of the hour went by without much talking; we just worked on ourassignment until the bell rang.

I met up with Alice and Rose in the classroom at history.

Mike will pay. Rose said, deadly. She hadnt said anything in the bathroombecause she knew it would only make things worse. I smiled at her. Always the bestfriend and protective one.

Alice giggled. Jasper seemed really happy when he left class, Bella. What did you

say to him? She asked. I just smiled and shook my head. Nope, not telling. Shebrought out the puppy dog pout, but I wasnt going to break fully. We talked aboutyour date. I said. She squealed. Tell me EVERYTHING! She demanded. I lookedaway from her, No.

Bel-la! Please?! She said.

No. She groaned. Im not going to last until Friday. She grumbled.

I put on a mock upset face. Yes you are. You can make it, you can! I said with afake enthusiastic voice. She scowled at me. You suck. She said, sticking hertongue out at me. I chuckled. The rest of history passed by as a blur, and then itwas lunch.

Let me guess, we are officially allowed to sit with them. I said knowingly. Theyboth nodded. Kay lets go. I said. They looked surprised. What?!

Rose spoke up. Dont you think itll be a little awkward with Edward at the table?She asked. I looked at her confused. No Then it hit. Ohh. I said.


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No I dont think it will. I answered her question. She nodded and we walked to thecafeteria.

The intercom went on. Isabella Swan, please come to the office. Isabella Swan.

I groaned. What did I do now?! Oh well, best to find out I said bye to Alice and

Rose and walked to the office. Charlie was there.

Bells, Mikes gone. His parents got a note from him, and he took a lot of theremoney. Well try to find him, and itll probably be easy, but you need to be on yourguard. Make sure youre with someone as much as possible. Im sorry honey. I wasshaking. Mike ran away. He might be coming to get me.

Oh. Sh*t.

I couldnt breathe. My entire body shook with tremors. The only reason why Mikewould run away would be because he knew I told someone what happened. Crap.He knew. He might come for me. A large shudder broke through me.

My dad looked at me with worry. Bella?!

I just shook my head sharply. G-give me a m-minute. I stuttered out.

I tried thinking of anything to calm me down. Alice saying no to a shopping trip.Charlie getting me a car. Sleeping for a day. The beach. Getting straight As.Edward.

I realized I wasnt shaking anymore. I looked at Charlie, and said, Im okay. I needto go back to lunch. I sounded hollow. There was no emotion in my voice. Charlielooked at me for a minute, then gave me an awkward hug and whispered, Well

find him, Bells. I nodded mutely and stood up.

Bye. I said quietly, and I slowly walked out of the room. I felt numb, and it scaredme. I wanted to feel something. But only my head said I wanted to feel something.My body showed no feeling of want. I wanted to scream out. Do something rash.Feel anything. Pain, sadness, anything. But I didnt. I just walked silently to thecafeteria.

BELLA WHAT HAPPENED?! The entire cafeteria looked at me as Alice yelled at mefrom across the room. I just stared blandly back at all of them and walked to thetable. I didnt have even a hint of pink on my cheeks like I normally wouldve.

I sat down and didnt say anything. I just stared at the table. Before anyone couldsay anything, my cell went off. I picked it up slowly and flipped it open.

1 New Message From:

Unknown

They wont find me, baby. But Ill find you. I told you not to tell anyone. You will pay.


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My eyes glazed over. If it was possible, I think my heart had gotten colder. Feelingcame back into me as suddenly as it left, and I screamed. I screamed as loud as Icould, and I couldnt stop. I barely heard my phone thud as it fell to the ground. Iput my hand over my mouth, trying to muffle my screaming. I knew it was Mike.

The entire cafeteria was looking at me, and I was still screaming like a crazy person.I felt two hands on my arms and looked over to see Rose glancing at me withstartled eyes. She pulled me to her and hugged me as if I was a little girl who justhad a nightmare. Its too bad I couldnt wake up from this one.

I willed my voice to quiet down. It took a few seconds before it actually did, but Icouldnt control the sobs that racked throughout my body. Rose pulled me up andwalked me out of the room.

When we went out in the hallway, my knees gave out, and Rose couldnt hold meup, so we both fell to the ground. I landed on her, and curled up in a ball. And asRose stroked my arms and said calming words to me, all I could think was Im going

to die.

I was back under. And I think Id be there for a while.

~*~

3 Months Later

So I ended up locked outside of my house for like three hours before I evenrealized I had my keys with me the entire time! My therapist, Jennifer, said. Wewere sharing embarrassing times. I started going to therapy about a month ago,forced by Charlie.

That first two months after I got the text from Mike were horrible. I was completelyterrified to the bone that he was going to get me. I wouldnt eat, sleep, or evenhardly blink. Everyone seemed just as upset as me, and I hated myself for makingthem that way.

All that ended when I passed out from malnourishment. Not only was I starved andsleep-deprived, but so was my baby. Charlie completely freaked out.

So Ive been going to therapy five times a week since then. Id been to one therapistbefore Jennifer, but we werent making any progress, and truth be told, she treatedme as if I were 5. Seriously, we played board games. You can probably imagine howlong that lasted

My stomach had grown a little since I found out I was pregnant. I have a smallbump, but it could be passed off as fat. Jennifer knew probably everything about menow. Even more than Alice and Rose, which said a lot.


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Then there was another time that I ran into a pole She trailed off. If I knewanything about Jennifer right after I met her, it would be that shes even clumsierthan me. And shes the funniest person I know.

Shes told me at least 10 times shes ran into a pole. I swear, I dont know how thewoman has lived this long She carefully swiped her hair over her shoulder as her

green eyes lit up from another memory. I swear, she treats her hair like it was herown kid. It was blonde on top, but black underneath.

Oh! And Ill never forget the time I got a big scar from when I was like 3 years old,we lived in a condominium house and there were stairs, and there was a railing. Infront of the railing was the bathroom, and my sister was in there taking forever! Iwas whining at her "SISSY! HURRY UP!!!" when she came out of the bathroom andyelled "BOO!" I freaked out and turned around and ran into the pole. She lifted upher blonde bangs and showed me her forehead.

I bursted out laughing. Who runs into a pole when theyre 3? Obviously Jen.

She scowled at me and swatted at me lightly. Shut up. She said. I smiled at her. Iknew our sessions were going to end soon, because really, I didnt need themanymore, but I liked talking to her. The only weird thing is that she writes downeverything I say. Ha. Even the random stuff.

One day, we spent the entire time talking about cereal. Im not even kidding. I thinkshes weird because she claims that she loves Captain Crunch, but she always eatsFrosted Flakes. Whats up with that?!

And then theres her weird love of rabbits I really dont get it. They have big teethand ears, and they hop. They hop. They cant really do anything. We got into adebate about that too. Apparently, her rabbit won in a competition, so I really

shouldnt be talking. Those are her words, not mine

Jenny looked at the clock behind her like she always did at the exact Times up,Bella. Yup. I dont know how she does it.

I nodded before giving her a hug, handing her the $103.00 check, and walking outof her office. I dont get why she makes us pay exactly $103. I mean, cant she justraise it to $105? Or lower it to $100. That would make life so much easier.

Instead of Alices familiar Porsche waiting for me, I saw a car I didnt want to see. Asilver Volvo.

I still hadnt told anyone else what was up with me. Edward and I had gotten into ahuge fight (that wasnt even about my secret) about a month after I wentcatatonic, and we hadnt talked since.

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Bella. Edward was pacing my living room while I sat on the couch. I had beenexcused from class for a few weeks until I was able to function better. I staredstraight ahead, not really seeing anything accept those words from the text.

Edward finally snapped after the past weeks of putting up with me. Ive ruinedeverybody. And Ill probably ruin the baby.

BELLA LOOK AT ME! Edward yelled at me. I didnt move a muscle. I didnt evenflinch back from his tone. He let out a frustrated sigh and ran his hand through hishair. I watched that movement slowly. My heart barely sped up. He was the onlyone with any affect on me at all.

Alice had tried a couple times to get my attention, make me smile, but it ended withher in tears. I hadnt even said a word to her, so I didnt know what was wrong untilRose yelled at me. That hadnt gotten anywhere either.

I felt a hand under my chin suddenly, and was forced to look into Edwards eyes.Bella, this has to stop. Cant you see how everyone else is? Were all breaking just

as much as you! Cant you see well protect you? We will! Bella, just acknowledgeus. At the very least, show some sign of even seeing us. He sounded as upset asAlice had, accept there were no tears. His eyes pierced into me, as if seeing myevery fear and desire. Every secret.

Tears welled up in my eyes for the first time in a month, but I pushed them back.

I let my mind wander again on purpose, not letting Edward bring out any unwantedfeelings. Numbness came back, and Edward looked like he wanted to yell at meagain. I really dont know if he did or not. I stopped paying attention to him.

The only thing that made my heart ache was the affect I was having on Charlie. He

felt like it was all his fault because he hadnt found Mike, and he should be tryingharder to make me better. I wanted to tell him it wasnt his fault. It was all on me.But I couldnt talk. I hadnt talked in a month. Whats the point in starting now?

The last thing I heard was barely a whisper, but it held so much venom, I flinched: Idont care about what happens to you.

That was the last thing Edward said to me in 2 months.

End Flashback

I shook my head out of my daze and looked at the car in front of me. I looked closerinto the drivers seat and saw that Edward was in the car.

My shoulders slumped. I really didnt think I could face him right now. I walkedslowly- and when I say slowly, I mean slowly- to his car. The horn honkedimpatiently, and I glared at him through the windshield. He was smirking. I flippedhim off.


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That just made him laugh though. He f*cking laughed when I flipped him off. Is hemental? I just shook my head and opened the door. He was still laughing, so I got inand glared out the window.

When he settled down, he reached over to me. I flinched away, still looking out thewindow, and he dropped his hand.

Im sorry. He said.

I didnt know whether he was apologizing for laughing, trying to touch me, or forwhat happened 2 months ago. I just stayed silent and kept looking out the window.

Bella? I stayed silent. I didnt even count how long it would take him to say myname again. I didnt want him to try and talk to me. I wanted him to take me homeand go away. Well, he had different plans. He pulled over into a parking lot thatwasnt very busy and turned to me.

Bella. He said more firmly. This time, I deliberately ignored him, and he knew it.

He tried grabbing my chin like he did before, but I knew he was going to, so I putmy chin down, and slapped his hand away. He blinked in surprise. Good. I huffed.

I just want to go home Edward. I said agitated.

No. He said firmly.

I raised an eyebrow at him. What right did he have to keeping me here? BING! Lightbulb!

I smiled sweetly for a second, then quickly unbuckled and opened the door.

Lock the doors next time. I said, unable to hide the venom in my voice. Then Islammed the door and took off running. I heard my name being called from behindme, then the rev of an engine, but I ignored it and kept running. It was sprinklinglittle raindrops as I sprinted past the school onto the highway. I stayed on the veryright and kept going, my legs burning. Heavier rain started coming as I passed myhouse. I knew exactly where I wanted to go. I slowed to a jog when I started into theforest, the trees blocking out the rain, and went straight ahead.

When I found it, I felt accomplished. I looked around the meadows perfect circularperimeter and breathed in deeply. All the wildflowers aromas filled the air, like alight perfume. I laid down in the very middle of it and let the rain fall from theopening in the tree-tops onto me.

I found this right after yelling at you. I was shocked to hear that familiar velvetyvoice. I sat up bolt-right and looked around, quickly finding him standing where Iwas before, still at the edge of the trees. I probably looked so stupid lying in themiddle of a meadow with rain pouring on top of her. My cheeks got warm.

I-I found this when I skipped school after I trailed off. He looked a little confused,but shook his head and smiled at me.


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Do you really expect me to wear these? I growled, holding up the 4 inch bluepumps that went with my blue blouse and white mini-skirt.

She pretended to think about it, tapping her chin. Yep! She chirped. I scowled ather.

No. I said. I will not make a fool of myself and fall over everything in thoseheels.

Alice pouted. Please?! She brought out the puppy-dog face. I closed my eyes andthought of something.

You wouldnt want me to fall and get dirt on my skirt, would you Alice? I looked ather innocently. Because I might just accidentally fall into a big puddle of water, oron the grassor in thedirt. Her eyes widened at every word I said.

She ran out of the room quickly and I furrowed my brows. As I was about to yell outto her, she ran back in breathing hard, with blue flats. Takethem.. She said

between breaths. I grinned at her and put on the entire outfit. Alice then grabbedmy wrist and yanked me back into the bathroom to do my makeup.

With a little blue eyeshadow, black eyeliner, mascara, and some lipgloss, Aliceclaimed me to be perfect, and we sped away in the Porsche.

I now officially hate school. Ever since I came back after my catatonic state,everyone blames me for Mike being gone. Which it is my fault, but itd be nice if Ididnt have to deal with all the looks and whispers. The last straw had been with

Jessica. That was when I had burst

I had just walked into biology and the room went silent, accept for Jessica, who was

talking to Lauren. Her back was to me. Mike probably got no enjoyment out of it.Thats why he left. I feel so bad for him. He had to put up with Swan the entire time.Well, he mustve had a little fun after she was unconscious Jessica trailed off.

My temper flared to the max. YOU B*TCH! YOU DONT KNOW WHAT THE H*LLYOURE TALKING ABOUT! I exploded. She turned around wide-eyed, but had asmirk on her face.

Wow Swan. Did you not like having your virtue taken by Mike? She said that withvenom, but I saw hurt in her eyes. I jumped on that.

Did you want yours taken by that b*stard? I said, shocked. She came forward andtried to slap me, but I caught her hand, surprising myself.

Let me go! She said forcefully, but I just twisted her wrist to an odd angle, andshe cried out.

Take it back. I said fiercely. She brought up her other hand and slapped my acrossthe face. I instantly dropped her hand and brought mine up to my cheek where itstung.


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She slapped me again, and I saw red. I punched her in the jaw, and she fell backagainst a desk, but that didnt stop me. I punched her over and over, not thinking,or caring. Her feeble attempt at fighting back was nothing on me.

We fell to the ground, and I heard someone calling my name behind me, but I

ignored it. I had to teach Jessica a lesson. She was starting to go limp, and someonepulled me off her. It was Edward. I punched at his stomach, crying out in frustrationat his unbreakable hold on me. I kept punching until I ran out of energy andslumped against him.

Behind me I heard Jessica weakly say, You b*tch! No wonder your mom left you!

All the energy I lost seemed to come back as if it hit me in the face. Edwards gripautomatically tightened on me as I kicked at him and screamed at Jessica. I pushedand slapped and punched and bit, yes bit, at Edward, trying to break free andmurder the slut behind me, but he wouldnt let go.

Apparently, Jessica somehow got up, and as she started walking out of theclassroom, she stopped by me, spit blood from her mouth into my face, and left.

I wiped my face quickly and yelled so many profanities at Edward I was sure to go toHell, but he just pulled me out of the classroom and towards the office.

We passed Mr. Banner on the way. He was coming from the principals office. Hehad no idea of what had just happened. Edward talked quietly to Ms. Cope andsomehow got me out for the rest of the day.

I was still too riled up to listen to what he told her.

I saw in the nurses office, Jessica, sitting there crying. Faking probably. I wanted torip her stupid dark-haired head off. She glared at me behind the nurses back, and Istarted to get up, but Edward was already there, pushing me back into the chair.

No you dont. He said sternly, and looked me in the eyes, holding my shouldersdown.

Only when Edward started wiping away my tears did I know that I was crying. I keptmy head down, and didnt want to move at all. Edward, seeing that I wasnt going tomove willingly, pulled me up into his arms and carried me out to his car. I didnthave the energy to complain to him, so I just buried my face into his chest anddidnt say a word.

He took me to his house, a huge white mansion, and just held me until I felt better. Isat curled up to him on his bed, and fell asleep.

I was woken up about an hour later because school was out and if Emmett andJasper got here and saw me in Edwards bed Well lets just say it wouldnt bepretty.


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Edward took me home and the rest of the day was normal.

That was on Friday, so school will be Hell today.

Bella? Bella?! Bella!! BELLA! ISABELLA SWAN!!!

WHAT ALICE?!

God! Where have you been? Ive been calling your name for hours! Aliceexclaimed.

I scoffed. Over-exaggerate much?

Okay, its been minutes. She amended. Were at school, stupid! She said. Ilooked out and sure enough, we were at Hell- I mean, school. People were alreadyglaring at me through the windshield. But I was surprised to see some peoplelooking at me with respect and admiration. I got out slowly, already hearing thingslike b*tch, whore, and slut as I walked to track with Alice. This was going to be a

long day.

~*~

OH MY GOD YOURE SH*TTING ME! I cracked up at Jennys use of language. I justtold her how people had treated me today.

Did I mention I had to go meet with the principal again? I started clean on mydetention record. So now I only have one week of detention. I laughed withouthumor.

That sucks. She said, but waved it off. She liked to talk about my love life the

best. I swear shes just another teenager at heart, even though shes really 24.

Tell me more about Eddie! Did you see him today?! She asked. I told her how hehated that nickname, so she decided to always call him that. I laughed at her andanswered.

We just talked at lunch and in biology. Nothing new. I shrugged it off.

Dont give me that, Bella. Anything at all happen?

He complimented my blush, if thats worth mentioning

OF COURSE IT IS!!! Jen yelled, rather loudly if I do say so.

Ow, Jenny, turn it down a notchor twelve I said while exaggeratingly puttingmy hands over my ears.

And he carried my books from Biology to English. I said. He can be such a jerk attimes, but he knows when to be the gentleman. Hes good on the outside, too.Bronze hair and green eyes. I sighed, lost in my own world.


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You know he sounds kinda like my cousin was. I havent seen him in 5 yearsthough Her eyes widened. He would be 17 now.

I looked at her with eyes twice as wide as hers.

Her voice got really excited. Bella, whats his last name?! She was literallybouncing up and down.

Uh his adoptive last name is Cullen? I barely got it out when she squealed.

OH MY GOD! I jumped back from her voice.

Is he picking you up today?!?! I nodded one quick nod. He picked me up from herealmost all the time now. She squealed again. When I looked at her again, I noticedhow her eyes were almost the exact same shade of green as Edwards.

OH MY GOD IM GOING TO GET TO SEE EDWARD!!!!! She looked at the clock.

TIME TO GO! She grabbed my hand and literally dragged me out of her office.

She looked around frantically and I pointed to the Volvo. She snorted out a laugh.

What? I asked. What could be funny about a Volvo? She shook her head.

Edwards been obsessed with Volvos since he knew they existed. She saidlaughing again. She ran up to the passengers seat and banged on the window.

I started cracking up when I saw the window roll down and heard Edward yell,WHAT THE H*LL?!

Jenny looked at him and said, Wow Bella! Who wouldve known a relation of minecould be so hot! You didnt give the boy justice! I blushed and laughed more.

What?! Edward asked, confused.

Eddie! Im hurt you dont recognize your favorite cousin in the universe! Jen saidin fake astonishment.

Can you not remember all those speeches I had with you abo-

Jennifer? Edward looked shocked.

No sh*t Sherlock. Ive just been talking about your obsession with the f*cking carfor an hour, Jen said rolling her eyes.

Edward was out of the car so fast I could barely see him, and then he was huggingJen tightly and kissed her cheek. Jen hugged back.


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Ohmygodyougot.muscles! Jennifer exclaimed, slightlychoking.

Edward loosened his grip slightly. Oops He said.

What do you mean, oops? Youre not a twig anymore!!!

This is messed up. I said, shaking my head. Jenny and Edward both looked at me.

My therapist and the guy I li.best friend in the world are related

Edward looked a little confused at when I hesitated, but Jen knew exactly what I wasabout to say. She looked toward the door of her office building.

Oh sh*t! My next appointment is here! Eddie, tell Bella to give you my number andtell Carlisle and Esme I say hi! She said over her shoulder. Bye Bella! She addedquickly. With one last flip over her hair, she went through the door.

Me and Edward were both in shock.

My..therapist..is your.cousin? I asked slowly. Edward just nodded his head.

Ehhemuhhokay.letsummm.go.I guess. Uh, awkward anyone?

We got in his car and he drove me home in an awkward silence.

Ill text you Jens number I trailed off. This is embarrassing

He just nodded as I got out of the car. I turned back when I made it to the door andsaw Edward was already gone. I sighed and went inside.

Lets just hope Jen doesnt blab anything to her family

~*~

So let me get this straight Jennifer, your therapist, is blood-related to Edward?Rose asked slowly over the phone.

I nodded, but then realized she couldnt see me so I quickly said, Yup. Ive beenpouring my heart out about Edward to his cousin. I swear Im going to die fromembarrassment.

Thats understandable. I hope she doesnt accidentally let it slip to Edward that youkinda sorta are madly in love with him She trailed off.

Rose, I dont love him. I just really like him. I corrected. I really do know that Imnot in love yet. Everyone else insists to push that on me though, but I truly dontfeel like that yet.

She just scoffed. Youre in denial, Bell.


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I am not! I retorted. Exhibit A of people thinking Im in love: Rose.

Youre a little defensive, dont you think? She said.

Shut up Rosalie. Ill talk to you tomorrow. I shut my phone and called Alice before

Rose could.

BELLA I HEARD WHAT HAPPENED! Alice screamed into the phone. I yanked myaway from my ear to keep it from bleeding.

ALICE! QUIET DOWN! I yelled.

Sorry. She whispered, and I laughed.

How did you find out? I asked. But I really didnt need to.

Jasper. We both said.

What if she spills that you love Edward? Alice asked.

I groaned. Exhibit B of people thinking Im in love: Alice.

What? Alice said.

I covered my face with my hand. Im not in love with Edward. I KNOW HOW I FEEL!

Uh, yeahyou are, Bella. Alice said.

UGH! NO IM NOT! GOODNIGHT ALICE! I flipped my phone shut hard and threw it

on the floor. Luckily it didnt break.

The house phone started ringing and I looked at the caller I.D.

Forks Hospital

I quickly picked it up and answered, Hello?

Bella The gruff voice sounded so familiar. I knew who it was.

Dad? Is everything alright?

He didnt answer for a little while. Bell, there was a car crash about an hour ago

My breathing sped up.

Is everyone okay? I asked quickly.

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I was getting impatient because of the nerves. Spit it out, dad.

Bella, are you sitting down?

Yeah, yeah Im sitting down. I lied.

Bella, your mom is here, in the hospital. She was in the car wreck.

I dropped the phone as I fell to the ground and everything went black.

I felt an odd swaying, as if I was in water, but it was too jerky for that. It was morelike I was being carried. My head felt like a hammer came down on it, and decidedto keep slamming. Opening my eyes slowly, I saw darkness above me. My eyebrowsfurrowed. Why was it dark? Oh. Its nighttime. I was being carried. I looked over tosee who it was, and my heart stuttered when I saw Edward. Alice and Rosalie wereboth on his left side, not talking.

I groaned, the pain in my head got worse because I had to move it slightly to see

around me. Edwards grip tightened, and Rose and Alice looked at me with worriedeyes.

Bella? It was Alice. I turned my head to her. A little sun had peeked through theclouds, so I had to squint.

What happened? I croaked out. I dont even know why I asked, because imagesflooded through my mind as soon as I said it. Phone. Hospital. Dad. Car wreck. Mom.

I gasped as I remembered what Charlie said. Bella, your mom is here, in thehospital. She was in the car wreck. It played over and over in my head as I zonedout.

Bella. BELLA! I quickly snapped out of it. What? I gasped out.

You were completely out of it. Rose had spoken. I didnt care though. All I wantedto know was one thing. Is she really here? I spoke quietly. Edward lookedconfused, but Alice and Rose looked at me sympathetically. That had beenhappening a lot in the last few months.

Yeah honey, she is. Alice said. Tears welled up in my eyes involuntarily. I thought Ifelt Edwards arms tighten, but I wasnt sure. I blinked the tears away, and lookedaround at my surroundings better. We were just walking through the doors to thehospital. How did we even get here? How did they find me?

I looked to Alice and asked my thoughts.

Charlie called my house after you didnt reply to him on the phone and heard athump. He was frantic, so I got Rose and came over here. When we saw that youwere wiped out, we called Edward since he can, yknow, carry you, and we took hisVolvo over here. You hit your head pretty hard, Bella. Alice looked at a certain spoton my head, and I sub-consciously moved my hand to it. I hissed at the pain that


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shot through my skull. I guess that one was coming There was a large bump onthe right side of my head, probably where my head had hit the floor.

We were in the hospital now. I spent this time to look at Edward. He was beingreally quiet. He stared straight ahead, eyes a dark green, his jaw clenched. I wasstartled by it. He didnt look angry exactly, but it was some foreign emotion to me.

I shrugged it off and whispered, I can walk, Edward. He looked at me skeptically,and I smiled a little to help make it seem like I was okay. Truthfully, I was not okay. Ididnt want to be put in a hospital room, and I also didnt want to be put in mymomsroom either. I just wanted to be far, far away from here.

Edward finally nodded, and set me on my feet. I wobbled a little, but held out myhand do Edward, who had proceeded to try and pick me back up. I caught mybalance, but as I started walking, the floor began to go a little fuzzy, and tilted. Iwas back in Edwards arms before I even realized I was going to fall.

Where are we going? I asked all of them, as we started passing rooms.

Youre going into your own room to get your head checked, and them you, Rosalie,and Alice can go to your moms room. I flinched when he mentioned my dearmother. I didnt want to see her. I never want to see her. My hostility towards herwas very sudden, and it shocked me.

Edward opened the door to a certain room and lied me down on the bed. Alice stoodright by me and Rose sat down in one of the chairs.

Youre okay, arent you Bella? Alice asked, sounding slightly higher pitched thanusual. I guess shes starting to notice how I was acting.

Im fine. I said loud enough for her to hear, but under my breath I added, not. Ididnt want to be examined, find out Im all good to go, then have to face mymother that I havent seen since I was a baby. Alice nodded and sat down in theother seat, accepting my answer, but still eyed me critically.

Edward was still standing on the other side of the bed. He looked at me from underhis lashes, and my breath caught.

Ive got to go, Bella. Ill see you tomorrow though. He said it sadly, as if he didntwant to leave. I smiled lightly at that. He leaned forward and kissed the corner ofmy mouth before leaving quickly. Alice was bouncing in her seat, but didnt sayanything, probably from the look Rose was giving her.

My hand moved to the place Edward had kissed. It tingled, which surprised me. Ithought things like that were only in cheesy romance books and movies, but I guessnot.

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Bella! Someone called my name before the door to the hospital room evenopened. The voice was familiar, but not one I remember fully. In stepped Angela,who looked concerned, yet happy. I smiled and replied with a casual hi back.

Hows the baby? She asked lightly. I smiled. Everything had been going good, andI told her so. For the past month I have been going to consistent doctors

appointments, getting blood tests to make sure the baby is healthy. Ill be gettingmy first ultrasound next month, at the 19 week mark. Im starting to show more,and I know it wont be long before it gets out that Im pregnant.

Ive been craving weird things and my feet hurt really bad, but I dont havemorning sickness, so thats a plus. I smiled. Angela nodded her head.

Well, we need to get an x-ray of your head and see if you have a concussion, whichI doubt, so come with me. She held out her hand and I took it, using her to help meup. I was less wobbly than before, but I think thats because Im not half-unconscious anymore.

You girls can just wait in here until were done. Angela said kindly. Rose noddedand Alice said out a little okay.

Angela looked down at my little bump of a stomach and smiled. I smiled a littleback. We walked to another room with a load of equipment and had my x-ray done.It took about 10 minutes to do, and Angela told me I could go back to my friendswhile the x-rays developed.

When I was walking back, I moved my hands to cradle my little bump without eventhinking about it. I looked down at the floor as I walked, and froze when I heard afamiliar strangled gasp. I looked up, into the eyes of Edward.

~*~

What is he doing here? He said he had to go! Oh, god. Hes going to hate me. Idropped my hands and looked away, wondering if I could run by him fast enoughand get to my room, which was right down the hall. Edward looked pale as hestared at my stomach. Maybe he was too shocked to move? I looked down the hall,and quickly decided Id take my chances.

Running past Edward, I tried to get to the door, second on the left, but he was fasterthan me. Running past me and spinning around, he grabbed my shoulders andpushed my up against the wall. His eyes blazed.

This is it, isnt it? He said it furiously. I swallowed loudly and nodded quickly,looking towards the door. I was so close. If Edward hadnt grabbed my shoulders, Iwouldve been able to reach for the doorknob. I glanced at the door longingly. Ireally didnt want to be here right now. Edward took hold of my chin and forced meto look at him.

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I-I I couldnt answer him. I closed my eyes, and Edward groaned.

I started speaking frantically, L-look, I just, I didnt want you to think any differentof me. I-I didnt want you to freak out. I didnt want you to go get yourself h-hurt. Icouldnt risk our friendship over this. I just cant. Tears were spilling down mycheeks as I said these things because the main reason I didnt tell him was because

if and when I got bigger, Edward would never want to actually be with me. And ithurt.

Edward just stared at me. His eyes were wide with some unknown emotion. Thenthey blazed with determination. I blinked and looked at him in confusion, and wassurprised when he came closer to me. He wiped the tears off of my cheeks, but kepthis hands there afterward.

Our eyes locked as he brought his face closer to mine, the emerald orbs telling mewhat he was planning on doing, and I didnt object to it. I wanted him to.

When our lips were barely an inch apart, I spoke in a ragged whisper. Im sorry.

And then he pressed his mouth against mine. There was a tingling that ran throughme as we kissed, our tongues weaving together in their own kind of dance. Edwardpressed me harder against the wall, which also had me pushed harder to him. Myhands made their way up his spine and into his hair, and he quietly groaned into mymouth. He pulled back for a quick breath before placing one, two more kisses on mylips, and hugging me tightly to him.

Reality jolted through me. I just kissed Edward. My hand flew up to my mouth. Hekissed me, and he knew I was pregnant.

E-Edward, Im pregnant. I stated the obvious, and back a step away from him,

missing the contact instantly. He looked down at me and said, Yep. Lets go to youroom, very casually. As if he was talking about the weather. (Which is alwaysraining)

Wait. I said. I needed to know something first. Edward turned around.

I thought you left. I said. He blushed and looked down.

I needed some time to think, but He mumbled the rest.

Whats that? I asked it tauntingly. I-I wanted to be near you.

I looked at him, my gaze thoroughly looking over his expression. Was he lying? Whywould he be? I couldnt find anything accept sincerity and embarrassment. I noddedslowly, and smiled.

Reaching for the doorknob and grabbing Edwards hand with my other one, wewalked into my room where Alice and Rose looked bored to death. Alice jumped upas soon as she saw me, but sat back down when she saw my hand in Edwards. Shegave me a look that said, youre spilling everything tonight, even though its


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already 10. I looked at Rose and she was just smiling at me. When our eyes metshe winked at me.

I sat down on the little bed with Edward beside me, and just doodled aimlessly onhis palm. Angela came in a minute later.

Just as I had thought. No concussion. Just a headache and a bump. She smiled atme. Now would you like to go see your mother?

No! I tried my best to hide my grimace. I would not like to go see my mother.

Putting on a fake smile, I replied, Ready as Ill ever be, and headed to meet thewoman who stole and crushed my dads heart, and abandoned me.

Shes not conscious, but shes got a steady heartbeat, and her breathing is niceand strong. Renee had some broken ribs, she broke her left fibula, and has somegashes on her face from the windshield shattering. Angela stopped in front of adoor, and gestured for me to go in. I turned to Alice and Rosalie and told them they

could go.

As Alice hugged me, she whispered, Call when you get home. I want to knoweverything! Rose on the other hand, hugged me tightly and told me everythingwould be alright. I was so glad she told me that because I really needed it. Edward

just said hed take Alice and Rose home, and come back.

Edward, its late. You should just stay home. I said, not wanting him to come backand wait for something that might get ugly.

No Bella. I want to come back. He looked at me with his piercing eyes and I feltmy resolve melting.

I sighed loudly to show that I was discontent, and then said Okay.

Edward engulfed me in a hug and quickly pecked my lips before going with Aliceand Rose down a hall and out the door, Alice bouncing and glancing between meand Edward the whole way.

I sighed again, and walked into room 102. In there was a weary and tired lookingCharlie, and a woman was on the bed, long brown hair splayed across theuncomfortable white pillows. Even when cut up, you could tell she was beautiful.She had long eyelashes, perfectly shaped eyebrows, a soft jaw and a straight nose,and full pink lips. Her face was unblemished, and completely pale, accept for hercheeks, which had a very light, natural blush colored there.

Charlie stood up when he saw me, and immediately pulled me into a hug. I felt alittle awkward. We dont really express our emotions to each other. At all.

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Yup. This is her, Bells. His voice sounded a little pained. I knew he still loved her,and seeing her like this was killing him inside.

What is she doing here? I asked quietly. She never has come to Forks.

I dont know. I really dont Dad answered, mumbling.

So are you okay? Charlies gruff voice asked out.

I glanced over at him. Yeah, Im okay.

I took one more look at my mom before saying, Dad, do I have to stay here? I wasdesperate to leave. Charlie looked surprised. You dont need to stay, but how willyou get home, honey?

I thought of something quickly. Edwards taking me home. I said as I walked outthe door. Goodnight! I called through it, knowing hed be there all night withRenee.

When I got to the front doors of the building, I saw Edward walking up from his car. Ismiled and walked up to him.

Wrapping my arms around his waist, I said into his chest, Can you take me home?

He nodded and walked me back to his car. The drive home was spent in acomfortable silence. There was light music playing in a soothing manner, and treeswere passing by at blinding speeds. I had gotten used to him speeding, just as longas I kept my eyes away from the speedometer.

When we pulled up to my house, Edward opened my door and walked me up the

porch.

Goodnight Bella. Edward said quietly.

Goodnight. I answered. He kissed my forehead softly and left. I was exhausted soI called Alice and Rose on 3-way, and told them Id explain everything tomorrow.But for now, I just wanted to sleep.

I changed into some comfortable pajamas and slipped into bed, loving the feeling ofthe comforter around me. I fell asleep quickly after that, coming closer to tomorrow.

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