Chapter 3

All Dawson's Creek Like

Once we got inside, I noticed that the entire family was now seated in the living room. Alice moved towards Jasper, while Bella and I sprawled out on the floor. We spent the next hour or so talking about Forks and what Bella could expect from living here. Once my parents left, we all decided to fill her in on how Forks High really ran. I began by telling her about Jessica and Lauren.

"Jessica and Lauren, you know the two that plowed you over, I don't know if you were properly introduced," I said with a smile. ‘Those two are poison. All they do is talk about people. Trust me Bella; you're safer not knowing them."

"Safer? Thanks, but I'm a big girl Edward," she said with a dirty look.

"Yeah, we all saw that by you're 'kicking ass and taking names' showdown at lunch," Emmett said while clapping. "Don't worry, we all just wish you would have finished that sentence that's all."

Just then we heard Esme from upstairs, "It's getting late guys. Jasper, would you mind taking Bella home when you leave?"

"Umm…actually Emse, I'm staying here tonight. Em, Edward, and I need to work on some plays for Coach. Is that okay?" Jasper asked while Alice was silently jumping up and down.

"Sure Jasper, you know you're always welcome. Well then…Edward, would you mind taking Bella home?" Esme asked.

"Sure Mom, we'll leave now," I said trying to remain calm. What was my family trying to do to me?

"Ready to go Bella?" I asked while getting to my feet and holding my hand out to help her up.

"Okay. Thanks a lot for asking me over tonight Alice, I had so much fun," Bella said politely.

"Are you kidding me? It's about time we found a third girl. We've got an even playing field now boys, so watch your backs," Alice said while jumping into a ninja stance.

We all laughed, and then Bella and I headed for the door. I opened the door for her, and she got into my Volvo.

"Nice car. Bet you drive fast," she said as she buckled her seat belt.