It's My Life

Chapter 17 – Catch Me

Two Months Later…

Things were going fine, mom was getting her treatments, and she's showing signs of improvement. School & my grades are pretty well, and me and Edward, I miss him already. Well we see each other every weekends but that isn't enough for me. Tonight we are having a date.

See this heart
Won't settle down
Like a child running
Scared from a clown
I'm terrified
Of what you do
My stomach screams
Just when I look at you
Run far away
So I can breathe
Even though you're
Far from suffocating me
I can't set my hopes too high
'Cause every hello ends with a
goodbye

But you're so hypnotizing
You got me laughing while I sing
You got me smiling in my sleep
And I can see this unraveling
Your love is where I'm falling
But please don't catch me...

So now you see
Why I'm scared
I can't open up my heart
without a care
But here I go
It's what I feel
And for the first time in my
life I know it's real…

I sang my last song for the night, and Edward was there watching me. When the song ended I went backstage so I could get my things.

When I got everything, I went to where Edward was sitting.

"Hey." I said with a smile.

"Hello, shall we go now?" he asked politely.

He offered me his hand and I took it without hesitation.

"Where are we going?" I asked impatiently.

"It's a surprise," he answered, and then he smiled crookedly.

"I hate surprises," I said, truthfully.

He didn't say anything anymore, he just lead me to where his car was parked.

When we got there, he opened the door for me and then I hopped in. He went inside and started the engine.

"Tell me, where are we going...please?" I pleaded like a child.

"I won't," he said playfully.

If he didn't want to tell me, then I won't force him.

I fell asleep in Edward's shoulder, I was so exhausted, I worked for 6 hours today.

...

"Wake up, love," Edward said in his velvet voice.

I slowly opened my eyes; I saw Edward's beautiful face, his emerald green eyes, his perfect cheeks, his luscious lips and his tousled bronze hair. He was carrying me, and we are in the middle of the forest.

"Can, I go down now?" I said softly. He nodded and he gently set me on my feet.

"Can you wait for me here, I'll come back in two minutes," he said into my ear and then he kissed my cheek.

He handed me a flashlight since it was dark. I watch him walk until his figure disappeared.

I looked up, there were stars tonight, they were beautiful. I stared there for a while, and then I saw a shooting star. I quickly made a wish.

I wish my mom will get well soon so we could go back to normal.

"Bella, sorry for keeping you waiting, let's go now," he said thoughtfully.

"Why are we here in the...forest?" I asked curiously.

"You'll know later." He chuckled softly.

He took my hand and we went to where he led me.

I was stunned with what I saw. It was so...beautiful, almost no words to describe it. There were candles around us, a blanket in the middle, and there was a picnic basket.

"Edward, it's so beautiful. How'd you find this place?" My voice was full of awe.

He led me to where the blanket is and we sat there.

"I found this meadow when we first move to our house...and I promised that I'll bring here the girl that I want to spend the rest of my life with," he said, his voice, full of emotion.

"Did you already bring Tanya here?" I asked cautiously.

"Actually — you are the first girl that I brought here," he answered softly.

I can't help it, tears fell on my cheeks.

I was so touched by his words.

I hugged him tightly and he chuckled softly.

"I missed you," he said while placing small kisses on my neck.

"I miss you too," I whispered but still enough for him to hear.

"Let's eat?" he said as he pulls away from the embrace.

I just nodded.

He brought out foods from the basket. He prepared sandwiches for us and we ate together. We talked a bit while eating.

After eating, we drank red wine.

I looked into his eyes; it seems that he looks contented just like me.

After that, we clean up and we lay on the blanket.

I looked at the beautiful stars, sure they are beautiful, but they are nothing compared to Edward, my one and only Edward.

"This night was fantastic," I said contentedly.

"It really is," he agreed with me.

I snuggle into his chest. He caressed my hair lovingly. I'd love to be here, forever, with him.

"Bella, love?" He called softly.

I looked up at him, "Yes?"

He leaned to me, our forehead, touching.

"Can I?" he asked with a small smile.

"Sure," I answered, almost a whisper.

His lips touched mine. After a moment, our lips moved in sync, as if our lips have minds. It was so gentle at first, but our kisses turned urgent and hungry. I needed to breathe so I pulled away.

"I love you," he mumbled.

"Love you too," I said in return. He kissed my forehead and then we cuddled with each other.

I was enjoying the peacefulness of the moment. I love it here, as if this place belongs to us, our own personal paradise—our meadow.

I felt his cell vibrate in his pocket.

"Answer your cell, it may be important," I said.

He slightly pulled away from me and he answered his phone.

Soon, their conversation ended. Edward looked sad.

"Is there a problem?" I asked.

"It's the hospital, a doctor got sick and I need to replace him," he said in a sad tone.

"So it means that you need to go?" I pouted.

"Unfortunately, yes."

I snuggled to him, and hugged him tightly. I didn't want to go yet, I haven't been with him for almost a week. But I know that I would be selfish if I wouldn't let him go to the hospital, lives depend on him.

I kissed his neck, and then I stood up.

"Let's go now?" I pretended a happy tone.

"Okay." I could tell that he was just as upset as me.

I folded the blanket and placed it on top of the basket which Edward carried.

Our hands are intertwined as we walk.

"Alice is bringing her boyfriend tomorrow, and she wants you to be there...the rest of the family would be there. Would you come?"

"Sure, that would be great."

He gave me a drive home and then he headed to the hospital. If I had my way, I would spend the night with him in the meadow, enjoying its beauty, peacefulness, and his presence.

I changed into shorts and tank top and then went to bed. My thoughts drifted on what happened tonight, and what would be happening tomorrow. I'm happy for Alice because she found a guy for her, and I hope he's a good guy.

Well, Alice is like my sister now. We were best friends now, and I've been to crazy shopping trips with her. My wardrobe was very different now. She donated the clothes that she thought, wouldn't look good on me. That pixie girl is really an amazing sister and at the same time, best friend.

Moments later, I fell into a dreamless sleep.

It's My Life

Chapter 22 - Plans

(Tanya POV)

After the Cullens left my mom said that she needs to talk to me so we went to my room.

"Tanya, it would be better if Edward's the father of your baby. Their family can surely support you," Mom said.

I took a deep breath in. If Edward's the father, he would surely be devastated, and Bella she would be sad. I know I shouldn't care about them, but I've never seen a couple so happy like them.

Whenever they see each other or when they are together their eyes seem to light up. And hurting them would be too much. I think my conscience would not let me sleep if I do that.

"Mom I think Stephen is the real father. I am pretty sure," I said honestly. Mom looked at me with a shocked expression.

"But I'm not going to let you marry that jerk! They only have a small business, he doesn't even have a job!" she bursted.

"MOM I DON'T CARE ABOUT THE STATUS OF STEPHEN'S FAMILY, I AM RAISING MY BABY WITH HIM AND YOU CAN'T CHANGE MY MIND!" I shouted. I never shouted on my mom before.

"Tanya, this is for your own good…for the baby's good. Please Tanya, he could also help our company. Our company is nearly bankrupt. They have lots of connections, they own hospitals, and they have people who can help us. Please tell him he is the father of your baby." Mom was crying now. I don't want to see her cry.

"You didn't tell us that our company is sinking, you told us things were fine!"

"We thought things are going to be fine, but they didn't end up fine. We have so many debts Tanya. The only way to pay them is you getting married to someone as rich as Edward's family or if possible richer than them."

"I don't know if I can do that. I could destroy his future."

"You won't. He will be happier with you than with Bella. I know things didn't end up right the last time you two are still together but you can try again."

And my family's future depends on me. Oh my god, I don't know what to do. Mom looked away from me and walked towards the door.

"I...I'll think about it," I mumbled.

Her face lightened up and she smiled.

"Our family Tanya, our family," she said then walked out of the room.

I was left alone to think about the most important decision in my life—our life.

…

(BPOV)

After I visited my mom, I went to Edward's new condo unit. He bought it last month but he just moved yesterday. The place was beautiful and fully furnished. He must have spent a big amount of money for this.

But I don't care about that as long as I am with him…as long as I am cuddled in his arms.

"Your place is wonderful," I commented.

"It would have been more wonderful if you are here with me," he whispered to my ear.

"What did you just say?" I turned to face him.

"Maybe you could move in here with me, you know, you're alone in your house and we don't know when—"

I speak before he could continue, "I will Edward…someday. When things are fine, maybe I could stay here with you—in our own little world." I smiled.

I snuggled more to him and he kissed the top of my head.

We were watching a movie now but it was hard to pay attention when you're boyfriend keeps on whispering 'distractible' to you.

"You know Bella, you are so beautiful," he whispered once again.

I pretended that I didn't hear it. I just focused my eyes on the flat screen tv.

He started placing small kisses on my neck. I pretended that nothing was happening. Again, I focused on the screen.

"You're killing me Bella," he whined.

I chuckled and tickled him.

To my surprise it doesn't affect him. I tried to tickle every part of his body that I could reach but still it doesn't affect him.

"You can't win Bella," he said teasingly.

"Whatever, you're a cheater!" I said like a defeated child.

"I'm not! I played it fair!" he argued.

He carried me bridal style.

"Hey! What are you –"

Then the door beeped. Someone's outside.

Edward set me on my feet and opened the door.

Oh. It was Carmen, Tanya, Stephen and Carlisle.

Edward greeted them and they all went to where I was –-in the living room.

"Good afternoon," I greeted.

"Good afternoon, Bella," Carlisle greeted back.

They all sat on the couches and Edward sat beside me.

"Edward…maybe you know now why we are here," Carlisle said in a serious tone.

Edward nodded.

"For all of us to know who the real father of the baby, we need to have a DNA test… test id for pregnant women, it could only be done when the baby is already 18 weeks old. From what I have observed, Tanya is only twelve weeks pregnant…and that means w still have to wait for six weeks, a month and a half," Carlisle said briefly.

Six weeks…that would be long.

"Can't we just do the test now?" Carmen asked.

"No, that would be dangerous for the baby and the mother. We have to take precautions," Carlisle answered.

Tanya looked sad; she looks like she was thinking something deep…something that bothers her.

They talked more about Tanya's pregnancy. They have agreed that both families (Stephen's and Edward's) will take responsibility of Tanya since they do not know yet who the father of Tanya's baby is.

It was already time for me to go to work so I said goodbye to them and left.

...

(EPOV)

"We have to go now Edward, Carlisle. We'll see you soon," Carmen said sophisticatedly.

They all stood and I led them to my door.

"Goodbye…and uh…Tanya, take care," I said politely. "Goodbye Ed, take care too," Tanya said thoughtfully. When they were gone I went back to the living room to talk to dad.

"Edward, if ever you are the father of her baby please take responsibility of her. You know, you need to marry her. It won't be pleasant to the people if they knew that you and Tanya have a baby but you aren't married," dad said.

I flinched when he said that. "Dad, if eve I am the father of her baby, I would take responsibility. I would support the child. I would give money to them for the child's needs. But I can't marry Tanya. I don't care about what other people would think."

"That's possible and wonderful, but I don't know if Tanya's family would agree on that."

"I hope so. I hope that they'll agree."

He just nodded and he went home soon.

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