About half an hour passed before I composed myself, "Alice, how come your family has golden eyes, or change them to brown. I know this it out of the blue, it's just so unique that I've never heard about it before."
Alice's cold fingers separated from mine and she clutched both her hands to her chest. Despite the numbness I was left with in my hand, I wanted the moment to last longer. I could see Alice fidgeting with her hands, pondering on what to say.
"Well it's a reflection on my state of being or well it's just you know-" Her voice turned into a nervous tone "Peter why are you afraid of them?" Alice's expression was a mixture of fear and sadness, as if she could lose something or someone. It confused me, yet I didn't want to answer her. Even if my heart was hers my mind was still my burden to carry and I felt disgusted having these thoughts running through it that sharing them was out of the question. It was a silly thought but the idea that she would leave after seeing the state of mind I'm in. How broken and useless in a relationship I would be kept me from sharing it.
So I decided to keep it to myself in spite of the burning desire to tell her in my heart, "let's make a deal Alice." She turned to look at me, waiting for what words would come from my mouth, "let's keep our secrets for now. It's just been our first hour of dating and we're already on the floor crying about the first rock in our relationship." I gave her a forced weary smile.
She let out a tired sigh, "I wish I could see our future Peter. It would have made things so much easier even if it removed it's splendor."
Alice took a breath of air while closing her eyes, then opened with a grin on her face returning to the cheerful Alice I knew and love, "its a deal Peter, now back to our original deal. Which suit will you try on?"
Now it was my turn to sigh, "the blue one." I mumbled.
We helped each other up and I walked towards the suits, *cough* "Alice could you, you know give me some privacy to change."
She winked, "don't worry you won't know." And walked out of her room closing the door behind although I felt odd hearing her phrase.
Seeing her gone I analyzed the pair of suits, the blue one had lines running down and across it forming a square pattern. It was a more traditional design with a red tie that had an ornament design. The other was a black suit with gold accents however it lacked any sort of tie. It had a gold chain hanging across the left pocket where a golden handkerchief was placed. The interior of the jacket had an ornament design of gold while the vest and dress shirt where completely black. Truly am grateful that Alice decided to do all the work or else I would have ruined the masterpieces she made.
I began to remove my sweater and shirt when I realized I hadn't put much attention to Alice's room. She had various tapestries and drawings of fashion along her walls, dresses and outfits that I imagine she designed. Pieces of cloth were spread on her desk where a sewing machine was. Both her desk and chairs next to it had a unique design. She had books of fashion lined across her shelfs yet I didn't see a bed anywhere. Perhaps she has a separate room where she sleeps? The rich can afford that I suppose. But I must admit it was pleasing to know how she decorated her room.
After putting on the suit I walked to the door, opening it. Alice was there and she pushed me inside her room as she began to fix the suit. She tucked the dress shirt further in and fixed the tie, "Alice I already tucked my shirt in enough, I'm sure everything else is fine, it's just putting it all on and done."
I tried to push her hands aside to which she slapped them away, "I don't need advice from the boy who only wears jeans and plain shirts of Black, white and grey with a red sweater. Honestly Peter I love you to death but it 'icks' me to see you stroll around in that outfit."
"I know the red sweater is awful but I lost my other one-" She put a finger over my lips.
"Don't worry about that Peter we'll play dress up after this and I'll send you home with plenty of outfits."
"Hold on a minute Alice-"
"I wasn't asking rabbit, now, put on the other suit. By the way little rabbit this suit makes you look so mature, can't wait to see you age like a fine wine."
She left again and I was feeling annoyed with myself, it's nearly impossible to say no to her.
As soon as I finished putting on the last suit the door opened wide open, "this one Peter! Love, you can't deny how well it looks, honestly Peter I would rip that off you if you ask-"
"Can't you knock Alice? I could have been naked still what would you have done then-"
"Jump you obviously!" She grinned innocently. I was left baffled by how foward she can be. She began adjusting my suit, "Peter you make my world shine that I couldn't associate life without you."
I couldn't help but smile to the point of revealing my dimples, Alice's eyes widened from shock, "you need to smile more Peter." She mumbled.
I took her face in my hands ignoring by completely how cold she was and drew her into a passionate kiss. Breaking free from the kiss I spoke, "can I go home now?"
She grinned from my joke, "oh no rabbit your stuck with me until I've seen you in all the outfits I've prepared."
I lost perspective of time when in her room, by the time it was night I had fourteen outfits that I had picked from the countless ones I put on. It was a bit ridiculous how tired I was at the end that I forgot to say goodbye to Esme when I got in Alice's car.
"Could you fulfill two requests of mine Alice?"
She started the car, "I would do anything for you." She said as if it were a fact.
"Then can you say goodbye to Esme for me, it was rude of me not to say it after the meal she cooked. And could you please drive at the speed limit at least."
She sighed, "the things I do for love-" She cut off gazing at the space in front of her. "Sorry Peter but I need to take you home quickly. Breathe in rabbit."
"Wait- fuck let me put on the seat belt, how the fuck are you seeing the turns in this darkness watch for the fucken car..."
When we arrived at my driveway my hair was a mess and I looked like a mad scientist, "Can I get a little kiss before you go rabbit."
I sighed knowing I would be insane to say no to that offer and kissed her. It was a quick kiss and I could tell she wanted more but I thought it was fair enough considering how close to death I was just in.
As I opened the car door she grabbed my arm and pulled me back towards her with unnatural strength. She didn't let go until she was satisfied with the kiss she forced on me, "I better see you tomorrow with one of my outfits rabbit or else you'll be having a hard time during art class. Have I made myself clear Peter?"
"Urgh I'm not a child who needs help dressing up Alice, goodnight my lovely 'sugar momma '." I teased as I gave her a quick peck on the mouth and got out with the bags of outfits.
I was opening the front door when I heard a *honk* from her car, "nice ass Honey." She yelled enough for the neighbors to hear. I entered my house blushing from her antics.
No one was home yet and I went towards the kitchen for a glass of water when the door opened again. Charlie and Bella entered while giving each other worried glances.
Before I could ask what had them so worked up Charlie spoke, "listen Peter, I wish I could keep this secret from you but I know tomorrow morning at school you'll know."
He sighed, "their was a murder today and I just want you to know that we have it under control. I expect to have information about the suspects tomorrow."
"Who was it dad?"
Bella spoke "you don't need to know Peter he-"
"He was someone close? Huh." I gulped and could feel my throat start to constrict.
"Son I won't let a thing happen to you, I promise you it's just a coincidence."
Bella chimed in "Peter take my word for it, his death has nothing to do with us."
I didn't look either of them in the eye, trying to mask my anxiety I spoke in a calm voice, "he's still out there, I know he is."
We fell silent for a while, I gulped down what was left of my water, "I'm going to sleep, goodnight dad , Bella. "
I could hear them say goodnight as I made my way up to my room. I removed my red sweater, putting on my shirt and shorts I used for pajamas. This time my words trembled as I said my prayers and turned on my nightlight. Subconsciously I knew that tonight would be a nightmare, I stared at my nightlight. I was hoping I could pull an all-nighter and stay awake for school where I could see Alice. My eyes started to give in and I lost the will to keep them open.
I opened my eyes and I was back in my cell, my left hand chained to the wall. I felt vulnerable in my small body, my heart began to beat rapidly. I could feel the dirt beneath and the cold chilling iron walls when I heard screaming from a little girl. No, no, no please no, I want to go home. *creek* came from the iron door of the cell.
I closed my eyes hoping to evade his attention. I felt his presence in front of me, "open your eyes little shit or you'll regret angering me."
I opened them and I saw those eyes with a glimmer of yellow, the yellow from the light blub that was next to the exit, "you'll enjoy this boy."
I awoke and jumped off my bed. Glancing around my room for any signs of him. I turned on the lights despite it being early in the morning with the sun coming out. Pacing around my room until I felt that every hook and cranny was inspected for any signs of violence.
I know it was inconsiderate and clingy but I sent a message to Alice.
'Sorry for the early message Alice I just wanted to know if your safe.'
Immediately I received an answer.
'Good morning Peter to you too :) you need a lesson on manners rabbit. You shouldn't worry about my safety either.'
I felt relieved knowing she was safe even if it was foolish to think otherwise. She sent another message.
'Listen Peter I won't be there today, I have an urgent meeting to attend to. Don't worry I'll get some calories in before seeing you.'
I messaged hesitantly, driven by an itch at the back of my mind.
'Is it the eyes?'
A couple of seconds went by.
'Yes.'
I thought it over for little while, weighing the two options in my head before typing.
'I wish to see you pixie.'
'Hahaha how easy you've fallen for me rabbit. However you'll have to wait till art class since I'll have to take care of business first. Think you can survive without me rabbit?'
I scoffed at her statement refusing to say the truth.
'You need humbling Alice, therefore I'll wait for you to admit it's me you can't live without before I say it.'
'I can't live without my rabbit, Peter. '
Goddammit, I swear only women can make a man feel all giddy from a message.
'Neither can I pixie, although I expected harder resistance from you though.'
'Rabbit there won't be anything hard left when I'm done with you. <3'
'Have you no shame Alice? Your family or ancestors might see this.' I typed with blushed cheeks annoyed by her teasing.
'As my boyfriend I expect the same engery towards me. I do recall it was you who couldn't keep their hands off my rear end the other day.'
I sighed knowing she was enjoying torturing me with these thoughts.
'Good bye Alice see you at school.'
'Love you rabbit <3.'
I felt a smile creep on my face, I still couldn't believe I could call Alice my girlfriend much less my love. A small part of me wanted to keep it a secret from Bella knowing how she would tease me though. But I could poke fun at her for being unable to get even a ride from Edward at least, right?