Edge of Eternity

Uncertainity

Chapter Fourteen – Uncertainity

The storm clouds overhead didn't let up in the morning, making most of us extremely upset the next school day. And even though I went to school dressed in my normal attire, it was very obvious to many of the students that my wardrobe had indeed changed. So I didn't miss the stares or whispers when I emerged from Alice's car the very next day.

"Is it always like this?" I questioned, walking to our first class. Alice linked her arm with mine, humming her answer as I tried to ignore the nasty glares I received. I knew when I first moved here that the Cullens were a very popular group. Many were envious of each person and many would tell me about how beautiful they were, talented, etc. I guess they didn't expect me to join their little group either. Which I see their point. But Bella was dating one of the Cullens. It was well-known that their relationship had started over again. Yet for some reason, they thought I was just trying to wiggle my way into popularity.

"Slut."

I flinched at the insult of one of the girls, rolling my eyes in an attempt to ignore them. It was now lunch time and I honestly was tempted to sneak away from school. It had been a very hard few hours. My last 2 classes didn't have a Cullen in it and that was their opportunity to insult me consistently. Or ask highly inappropriate questions that the teacher conveniently didn't hear. Many consisted of me being the whore of the Cullens. I was sleeping with all of them and idiotic things like that.

"Hey, you okay?"

"No, Bella, I'm not. But it doesn't matter," I sighed, not looking back at her. I could see from my peripheral that Bella leaned against the other lockers, waiting for me to hurry up and place my things inside.

"It does matter," Bella placed a hand on my shoulder, gaining my attention. "They shouldn't be so harsh with you. And we only have a few months before graduation."

"I may not make it that long."

"Want me to call Charlie?" she offered, noting my pause. I was tempted, especially when someone else sent off an insult. Bella was quick to retaliate with her own words followed by a death glare by Edward, who stood behind her. I hadn't seen him approach, but then again, I wasn't really paying attention.

"As tempting as that is, Bells, I can't ask dad to leave work. They're searching the woods again, remember?" I gave her a panicked look. Charlie and the rest of the officers were looking in the woods for a massive wolf, thinking it was the cause of all the recent deaths. But we knew the real reason behind them and with Charlie being the leader today, it gave me a reason to be worried.

"Maybe he can call you out? You haven't been focusing well today," Alice jumped in, giving me a sheepish grin. I sighed, running a hand through my hair. It was true. It's hard to explain but I just haven't been able to pay attention to anything. I was fine this morning but the moment we got to school, I just felt scared. Butterflies filled my stomach, my heart rate increased... it was a never ending feeling of anxiety.

"Yeah, I... I guess."

"Great. Now hang on a second. I'll call Charlie and get him to get you out of school."

"Okay," I murmured, allowing them to drag me to the cafeteria. Alice and Jasper flanked me, especially in the line. Alice made sure to glare at certain people before we made our way to the table, both also sitting on both sides of me. She asked me random questions, a glint of understanding dancing in her eyes. It was then that I finally understood what she was doing.

I was missing him. Hard.

My hands went to my eyes, rubbing them in frustration. Really? I was only away for just a few hours and now I'm suddenly having anxiety by being way. This was ridiculous. There was no way I could feel like this, only meeting him once. But then again, I did practically make out with him without warning last night, even though he initiated it. And I just felt so at peace around him.