Edward took me upstairs watching me carefully, making sure that I wouldn't trip again. Then we reached Carlisle's study room.

"Hey dad!" he called. Carlisle looked up from his desk to see us both.

"Hello Bella, Edward" he gave a nod. "What's up?"

"Bella fell down. And I was wondering if you'd be so kind to clean her wound." he said, with pleading eyes.

"Of course," he turned his eyes on me "anything for you Bella, dear"

I smiled, "thank you" I said. Then he started to clean my wound. It was a bit painful. Though, Edward was there the whole time holding my hand. His eyes troubled. I gave him a small reassuring smile, hoping he'd lighten up. He smiled back, but it didn't reach his eyes.

After Carlisle placed a bandage I thanked him and said I"d better go back to my mom. Edward then suggested walking me home. To make sure that I was safe. He took my hand and started to walk back, after saying my goodbyes to Esme. His hand was so comfortable and smooth, it felt nice against mine.

"Bella," he suddenly said stopping at his tracks to face me. Then I saw a face of a real handsome 9 year-old boy, glowing. It made my heart stutter. I don't know why, and I was feeling butterflies in my stomach.

"Yes Edward?" I questioned, staring at his beautiful green eyes.

He looked down, then back up meeting my gaze "do you like me?"

"Of course I like you Edward. Why do you have to ask?" I didn't even need to think twice.

"I mean, do you like me, like me." he said, emphasizing on the like.

With shock, I returned to all the days we had together. The party I had on my 8th birthday, Halloween, Christmas, etc… All beautiful memories I would keep forever. I looked at his eyes, seeing myself through them. Then I looked at his hands on mine, I felt my heart beating a lot faster. And then I remembered what day it was today. February the 14th. Valentines day. My mom mentioned it this morning. I remember.

"Yes," I said, looking down. Blushing into bright red.