You're the one;; anthony

[Noelle Cullen]

Tonight will be the night that I will fall for you
over again don't make me change my mind,
I won't live to see another day
i swear its true

Noelle was in the lunchline getting her lunch. She had a few girls following her but nobody to sit with. She spotted the table's in groups like jocks, band geeks, brainiacs, populars, football team, basketball team, cos girls, and finally the Cullens. A hand was around her waist and she looked up to see Anthony; he instantly made her smile. Come sit with my family and me. She nodded and he led her over to the table and sat down next to her. Alice and Jasper, Emmett and Rose, Bella and Edward. That's everyone. He pointed at each couple as he introduced them. This is Noelle. He motioned to her and everyone said hi. The small talk began and all the couples were engulfed in their own conversations. She felt Anthony slip his hand into hers and she couldn't help but smile. Someone tapped her shoulder, Hey babe, miss me? She stiffened at his touch and Anthony recognized this, Do not touch her. She's my girlfriend and I'll touch her how I want. Anthony stood up and was easily three inches above Chance, She's my girlfriend now, back the hell off. Chance had a pleading look on his face directed towards Noelle but she held Anthony's hand. He turned around and left quickly. Anthony sat back down and used his index finger to pull her lips to his. As the others glanced at them Noelle blushed but never pulled away.

So what did you have planned over the weekend? Something with you, movies or mall or whatever you like. Well I was thinking swimming but in suits this time. He smiled and nodded. The rest of the day passed quickly and it was finally time for gym. She walked with Anthony hand in hand until they had to go change. Quickly Noelle changed into her tank top and shorts but Anthony was across the room already done. She started to make her way to him when she heard a voice behind her call to Anthony. Noelle whipped around to see one of the popular girls Brittany jogging to get to him. She started to jog as well and made it to him first. He smiled as she came up and wrapped her arms around him; he leaned down and kissed her. Brittany reached them just as they pulled apart and her head leaned against his chest. I didn’t know you two were together…what about the dance Anthony? I’m already taken, sorry. Noelle leaned up and kissed him. The coach announced that it was dancing this week. This week we will be doing dancing so find a partner. Noelle looked up at Anthony who smiled and nodded at her. Ok couples in the middle please. I should warn you, I took dance lessons. I’m a pretty good dancer, you better keep up. Well I have a confession, my dad is an amazing dancer and lets just say I take after him in that aspect. Noelle led him by the hand to the middle of the floor. First up is ballroom dancing. Anthony offered her his hand and she took it. He placed his other hand on her waist and her hand went to his shoulder. The music started and he started to twirl her around; neither noticed that all eyes were on them. She smiled as he dipped her and pulled her back up. Their eyes stayed locked until the thunderous applause from the class. Noelle blushed as Anthony pulled her into his chest breathless. The class danced slower then them but they kept the pace slower now.

Noelle went into the locker room and changed quickly. She heard whispers from a few aisles over but ignored them. As soon as she walked out of the door Anthony was there with his arms around her. Ready for the weekend? Oh yes I am. He led her to the car and drove to her house to get a swimsuit. She ran upstairs and threw her backpack on her bed and grabbed a suit and towel. In two minutes she was back in the car with him. Ready? She nodded and took his hand as he drove to his house. Her nerves were like a live wire as he let her change in his room. With her new bikini on she walked out only to be surprised when he scooped her up in his arms and took off running. Just like before he jumped in and with her in his arms but her head didn’t go under. She was practically shaking as he kissed her again. Chance had never been this amazing, caring, and thoughtful.

[Anthony Cullen]

Tap on my window knock on my door
I want to make you feel beautiful
I know I tend to get so insecure
It doesn't matter anymore

It's not always rainbows and butterflies
It's compromise that moves us along, yeah
My heart is full and my door's always open
You can come anytime you want

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Anthony saw Noelle in the lunch line by herself. He walked over to her and put his hand around her waist. He told her to come sit with him and his family. He waited for her to get her food and then he lead her over to the table that was full of Cullen’s and Hales. He then introduced her to everyone. Everyone was soon lost in their own conversations. Anthony slipped his hand into hers and when he looked down she was smiling at him. He felt Noelle stiffen next to him, and then he started to speak. Hey babe, miss me? It was Chance that was standing behind her, Anthony knew that she was uncomfortable. Do not touch her!She’s my girlfriend and I’ll touch her how I want. Anthony then stood up after his comment about how he could touch her how he wanted. Anthony was very close to punching him in the face and breaking his nose. Anthony towered above Chance, She’s my girlfriend now, so back the hell off! Noelle kept a hold on Anthony’s hand the whole time. Chance finally turned around and ran away. He sat back down and he pulled Noelle’s lips to his with his index finger. Anthony could feel the eyes of his family members on them but he didn’t care, they didn’t break the kiss.

They were disusing their plans for the weekend and Noelle said that she would like to go swimming. Anthony smiled and nodded he would be happy to do anything with her. It was finally time for gym, Anthony’s favorite class. Anthony and Noelle went their separate ways into the locker rooms. Anthony looked up and Brittany started to jog to him, then he saw Noelle pick up speed and make it to him first. He leaned down to kiss her when she put her arms around him, she then was leaning against his chest when Brittany came over. She asked him if he had a date to the dance. Did she not just see me kiss her? I’m already taken, sorry. Anthony was trying to be as polite as humanly possible. Then their teacher said that we would be dancing this week so they should find a partner. Anthony and Noelle looked at each other; they found their partners. They started to dance around and they were both very good dancers, Anthony got that from his father.

He started to twirl her around the gym floor and everyone was staring at them. Once they were done they started to dance slower and the rest of the class joined in. Class was over and it was the weekend. Anthony changed quickly and then met Noelle outside of the girls’ locker room. When she came out he rapped his arms around her and kissed her, he asked her if she was ready for the weekend and she said yes, who wouldn’t be. They walked hand in hand to the car and he helped her in. He drove her to her house so she could get her things to go swimming in their river. She ran in the house and got her stuff and came back out to the car. He asked her if she was ready and she nodded. He let her change in his room and when she walked out he grabbed her in his arms and he took off running to their part of the river.

As he was nearing the river he didn’t slow down; he jumped right in. He was very careful that her head didn’t go under. He kissed her again as he stood in the water with her still in his hands. I love you. He whispered in her ear. She looked at him in awe and she finally conjured up the strength to speak. I love you too. He kissed her again, he was just so happy that they felt the same way about each other. As their lips were together he fell backwards. This time when he brought them back up to the surface her hair was wet. It didn’t look like she cared though. They spent the whole day swimming. The sun started to go down; the day just flew bye. It’s getting kind of late….we should go home now. Do you think your mom would let you stay the night? Well that’s only if you want to of course. He picked her up and started to walk back to the house. Anthony knew that Bella and Edward wouldn’t mind, as long as they didn’t do anything; which they wouldn’t do anything anyway. They walked in the house and Anthony carried her over to where his father and Bella were sitting. Dad do you mind if Noelle stays the night…well if it’s ok with her mom too? No I don’t care do you Bella? He asked her and she shook her head no. Noelle took out her phone and called her mom to see if she could.[/Blockquote]

[Noelle Cullen]

Tonight will be the night that I will fall for you
over again don't make me change my mind,
I won't live to see another day
i swear its true

Noelle stayed in his arms and was surprised as he asked if she wanted to spend the night. I would love to but I have to tell you something first. Ok what? Chance…raped me last summer so if I tense up next to you I’m sorry, it’s just a natural reaction. She hid her face in his chest as he let out a shaky breath. I swear I’m going to kill him. No, if you got hurt I wouldn’t be able to live with myself. Ok for your sake I wont. But if he ever touches you again I WILL rearrange his face. She tightened her grip around his neck and kissed him. He laid her on his bed and started to kiss her gently. I need dry clothes. She said with a slightly shaky breath; the last time she had been on a bed with a guy was with Chance on that one night… She shut it out of her mind as he came back in with a tank top and pajama shorts. She grabbed one of his hoodies and slipped her arms into it. Noelle snuggled into his arms as he hit play on the DVD player. She was asleep before it even started.

Noelle jerked up in bed from a nightmare. Tears streamed down her face as Anthony woke up and held her. What’s wrong? I…had…a nightmare…about Chance. She kept sobbing into his chest. His arms tightened at the name and he comforted her the best he could. I won’t let him hurt you ever again, and I would never hurt you. I know you wouldn’t but you can’t change the past. He frowned and kissed her gently. He pulled away, Make me forget please. She was practically begging him to kiss her. He was gentle as he kissed her. She wrapped her arms around his neck and pushed every line of herself to him. I love you Anthony, so much. I love you too Noelle, he said as he wiped away her tears with his fingers. She laid back down and snuggled her head between his shoulder and neck.

[Anthony Cullen]

Tap on my window knock on my door
I want to make you feel beautiful
I know I tend to get so insecure
It doesn't matter anymore

It's not always rainbows and butterflies
It's compromise that moves us along, yeah
My heart is full and my door's always open
You can come anytime you want

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When Noelle told him that Chance raped her he wanted to go out and find him and kill him right then. How could he ever do that to such a sweet girl? Anthony would never do that to her; he loved her. Obviously Chance didn’t. He just wanted to take advantage of her. When Anthony thought about it he just got angrier and angrier. I swear, if he ever touches you again…I will kill him. She made her grip around his neck tighter and she kissed him, he kissed her back. He could tell that she was trying to calm him down. It worked a little bit. She then told him that she needed new clothes, so he walked into Nessie’s room and got a pair of shorts and a tank top for her to wear. He gave them to her and she ran into the bathroom, she changed quickly and was back out before he knew it. Luckily he was done changing by the time that she came back out. She jumped on the bed and he went to sit next to her. Anthony had left one of his baseball hoodies on his bed. Noelle picked up and slid it over her head, on the back it read, ‘Cullen’. That last name looks good on you, it fits you well. She blushed at his comment. He smiled, he didn’t mean to make her blush but he thought it was cute that such a small comment about last names would make her blush.

He walked over and pushed play on the DVD player and then went to sit on the bed with Noelle again. She curled up and cuddled up to his chest, he held her there. She fell asleep in his arms. He awoke when she flung up out of his arms. What’s wrong? Are you ok? She told him that she had a nightmare about that night with Chance. He couldn’t do anything but hold on to her and try to comfort her. When she said his name Anthony’s blood pressure sky rocketed. Anthony reassured her that he wouldn’t let him hurt her again, and that he’d never do anything to hurt her ever. He wouldn’t be able to live with himself if he ever hurt her. When she told him that he couldn’t change the past he was frustrated, he wanted so badly to change the past but there was no possible way that they could change it. He let her cry into his chest and he kissed her gently. She asked him to make her forget and he thought about that for a minute; he finally got it. He kissed her gently again trying to make her forget. They told each other that they loved one another and then they fell back asleep; Noelle was still in Anthony’s arms, he loved it like that.

It was morning before they knew it was morning. Anthony was awakened by someone kissing his neck and up and down his jaw line, and the sun shining in his face. It was one of the rare sunny days in forks. He smiled as she continued to kiss him. Good morning! She was wide awake. Good morning…why are you so awake this morning? Because I got a really good night sleep, I was lying next to the man that I know wouldn’t do anything to hurt me or let anything hurt me. And after I had that nightmare I was fine, because I fell asleep in your arms. She said as she smiled up at him. Do you have to go home right away? Because if you didn’t I was thinking that we’d go swimming again, because it’s not raining out. Or if you don’t want to then that would be fine too, we could go play baseball or something. Because Anthony was half-vampire-half-human, he didn’t have all the strength that Edward did. Anthony could control it. They got up and got dressed, he was still waiting for Noelle’s answer.[/Blockquote]

[Noelle Cullen]

Tonight will be the night that I will fall for you
over again don't make me change my mind,
I won't live to see another day
i swear its true

Noelle got dressed in a skirt and tight-fitting tank top. She went back to Anthony, Whatever you want to do is fine with me. She jumped into his arms causing him to fall back on the bed. She laughed as he landed with her on top of him. she was straddling him as she leaned down to kiss him. This kiss was much different, it was serious but not careful at all, and it implied that this was just the beginning.

She let her hands run along his tank top as she kissed him. He pulled her closer to him. There wasn’t any space in between them now. As his hand wrested on her waist memories came flooding back to her of Chance and that terrifying night. She jerked out of his arms and ran out the door, Sorry I just can’t do this. She ran out the door and to the river. She sat down crying with her head in her knees. She heard someone behind her but didn’t move. Noelle felt arms around her; something about these arms was different but still familiar. Noelle slowly brought her head up just as someone’s lips at her ear, Did he hurt you babe? She tried to get away but his arms locked in place around her. Noelle stiffened as he pulled her against him. She could feel every line of him and it brought back the painful memories. She opened her mouth to scream but he shoved her into the ground and crushed his lips to hers. His hands ran up her side and she tried to shove him off. He pulled away, I know you liked that night. She found her voice, NO, GET OFF OF ME! He grabbed his zipper and ran a hand along her leg. His hands grabbed her skirt and she froze. This time will be better, don’t worry. She shoved him with all her strength and to her surprise he fell back. Noelle got up and ran towards Anthony’s. Tears were pouring down her face and suddenly arms were around her again. She tried to push him away, Noelle, what’s wrong?! Her will crumpled and she fell. He caught her and calmed her down. He wasn’t stupid and he noticed that her skirt was ripped. WAS IT CHANCE?! She nodded and his arms tightened around her. Did…he…rape…you…again?! She shook her head no, He almost did until I shoved him off. The tears kept coming and she shook in his arms. He’s still out there, she whispered into his ear. Anthony got up and started to run from where she had just come from. As they saw Chance he set her on her feet behind him. Of course she’d go get her little boyfriend to save her. What is she sleeping with you now?! As soon as Noelle saw Anthony’s fists ball up and start to shake she shut her eyes and stood behind a tree. Ten minutes later she felt arms around her and opened her eyes to see Anthony standing there. She buried her head in his shoulder as he wrapped his arms around her. I’m s-s-sorry that I r-ran away. I shouldn’t h-have. She sobbed into his shoulder. I l-love you. He scooped her up carefully and carried her back to his house. Bella saw them walk in as he set her down. What the hell happened to your hand?! Can I have some ice please, I think I might have broken it. She disappeared into the kitchen and for the first time Noelle saw his hand. It was puffed up and looked like it was painful. What did you do to him?! She waited for him to explain as Bella came back in with the ice, That’s what I’d like to know so I can explain to your father, and keep him calm so he doesn’t kill someone. Anthony sighed and started his story.

[Anthony Cullen]

Tap on my window knock on my door
I want to make you feel beautiful
I know I tend to get so insecure
It doesn't matter anymore

It's not always rainbows and butterflies
It's compromise that moves us along, yeah
My heart is full and my door's always open
You can come anytime you want

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She came out in her skirt and tank top that showed every curve of her small torso and jumped into his arms. They then fell back onto the bed. She was straddling him and then leaned down to kiss him; he kissed her back. He wasn’t being careful with this kiss. He could feel her small hands running along his white tank top; Anthony immediately pulled her closer to him, there wasn’t even a centimeter in between them. He rested his hand on her waist as they lay there. All of a sudden she jerked out of his arms. What’s wrong, Noelle? Did I do something wrong? Did I hurt you? He couldn’t live with himself if he ever hurt her. Sorry, I just can’t do this. She ran out the door in the direction of the river. Anthony thought about going after her, but he thought that she might need her space. After a few minutes of debating on that he walked quickly down the stairs and headed for the door. What was that about? She just ran out of here, she looked like she was about to cry. Bella asked him as he reached for the door handle. We were on my bed kissing and she just got up and said ‘I can’t do this’ and then ran out the door. But I think I know where she went, so I’m going to find her and see what’s wrong. Ok, if she needs her space, then give it to her. Ok, Bella I will, thanks. He told her as she stepped out the door to find Noelle.

He found her just where he thought she’d be. She had tears streaming down her face when she ran into Anthony. Noelle, what’s wrong?!? She fell to the ground; he caught her before she ever touched the ground. He looked at her skirt and noticed that it had been ripped. WAS IT CHANCE?!? Then she nodded and he tightened his grip around her.Did…he…rape…you…again?!? If he did I swear I’ll kill him! She shook her head no. He almost did, until I shoved him off. He’s still out there. The tears kept flowing down her face, as she whispered that in his ear. Anthony got up and he took off running into the direction that Noelle came from; to the river. When he got closer Chance came out and stood in front of him. Of course she’d go get her little boyfriend to save her. What is she sleeping with you now?!? Once those words left Chance’s lips Anthony balled up his hands to make fists. He started to walk towards Chance and took a swing.

He felt his fist his Chance’s nose. He looked down at his fist and saw that there was blood all over it. Chance was lying on the ground, blood was gushing out of his nose. He got up and tried to take a swing at Anthony; but he missed with ever swing that he took. Anthony was getting tired of just standing there, when Chance was trying to hit him; so he took another swing. This time he hit Chance square in the jaw. Chance then took his hand and rubbed his chin; he then took his hand and looked for blood. He wasn’t bleeding from the jaw…yet. Before Anthony could get another punch in Chance ran away. Anthony walked over to the river to wash the blood off of his hand. When he got down to the river he was wondering where Noelle was during this fight. He finished washing is now swollen hand off and went to find out where his probably frightened girlfriend was. He reached the top of the hill and saw someone behind a tree. That must be her. He walked up behind her, and hugged her. She buried her head into his chest and started to cry again. She was apologizing for running out of the house. It’s fine, baby. Don’t even worry about it. I don’t think he’s going to try to hurt you again. Now he knows that he’s going to have to go through me. I l-love you. I love you too, so so much. He picked her up and carried her carefully to the house. Bella was still standing in the kitchen when they walked in. What the hell happened to your hand?!? Anthony didn’t want to explain just yet; right now he just wanted some ice. Once Bella said that Noelle asked him what he did to Chance. I think I might have broke his nose and popped his jaw out or the socket. That’s all. I’d like to know the whole story so I can tell your dad, and make sure he doesn’t kill anyone.

Anthony sighed and told the story. Well, when Noelle ran out of my room, and I went to find her she ran into me and I noticed that she was crying and her skirt was ripped. I asked if Chance raped her again. Thank god he didn’t, I would have definitely killed him for that. It was bad enough that he did it once, we don’t need it to happen again. Ok get on with the story before your father gets home Yes sorry, and he asked if she was sleeping with me…that was the last straw. So I walked over to him and punched him in the nose. He tried to hit me multiple times; he missed every time. I got tired of it and hit him in the jaw, that’s when he ran away. And I went to find Noelle. That’s exactly what happened. So that’s what you can tell my dad. Just as he said that Edward walked through the door. His eyes went straight to the ice that was on Anthony’s swollen hand. WHAT HAPPENED?!?!? Anthony sighed again as Noelle stepped up and explained to Edward.[/Blockquote]

[Noelle Cullen]

Tonight will be the night that I will fall for you
over again don't make me change my mind,
I won't live to see another day
I swear its true

Anthony had just finished telling his story as Edward walked in. What happened? Noelle took a breath and started the story, We were in his room and when his hands landed on my waist all the memories of that night with Chance flooded back. I ran out only to find Chance. He tried to rape me again but I got away and literally ran into Anthony. I told him what happened and I hid as he beat up Chance. He came and got me and here we are. Edward looked at her stunned as tears stung her eyes again. Anthony put his right arm around her and kissed her forehead. Shh, it’s ok. She pulled her knees up to her chest and cuddled into his side. Bella spoke up, Why don’t you two go relax and watch a movie or something. Nessie is coming over soon so if you want some time alone without all the talking I suggest your room with the door shut. Noelle nodded and led Anthony by his right hand to his room.

Movie? Your pick Noelle. I don’t care. He popped in a movie as she crawled onto his bed. As he sat down she cuddled against him. His left hand sat on his leg with the ice on it. His other hand was wrapped around her as he hit play on the remote. She thought about everything he had done for her. Noelle realized that if she hadn’t overreacted she would have been fine and Anthony’s hand would be ok. I’m sorry about your hand. If I just trusted you more-- Baby, what he did was terrible, you have every right to be scared. Just know that I would never try anything, even when we’re married someday. You should have someone better, someone who doesn’t freak out when your gesture is out of love and not hormones. You deserve much better, better than me. Noelle, you recognized that what I did was out of love, I don’t deserve you at all. You deserve someone who can keep you safe. You’re too amazing to want me, you deserve better. Anthony Cullen you are the only one who has ever protected me and you will always be the only one, I love you. I love you too. She snuggled closer to him and fell asleep.

It was pitch black when she woke up. She felt arms around her and almost tensed up untils he remembered who it was. Noelle took in a deep breath against his shirt and Anthony’s scent filled her. He moved in his sleep and his arms pulled her closer to him. He whispered her name in his sleep. Noelle buried her head back in his chest and fell asleep feeling the safest she had ever felt; in the arms of the one she loved.

[Anthony Cullen]

Tap on my window knock on my door
I want to make you feel beautiful
I know I tend to get so insecure
It doesn't matter anymore

It's not always rainbows and butterflies
It's compromise that moves us along, yeah
My heart is full and my door's always open
You can come anytime you want

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She told Edward the story of how Anthony’s hand got in its current state and tears started to form in her eyes again. Anthony reached out and put his arm around her and kissed her forehead. She cuddled into his side as they sat there. Why don’t you two go relax and watch a movie or something. Nessie is coming over soon so if you want some time alone without all the talking I suggest your room with the door shut. They walked up stairs to Anthony’s room. She said that she didn’t care what movie that they watched. He just took the first one off the shelf and popped it in. She crawled on the bed with him. He had the ice on his left hand; his hand rested on his leg. He had his right hand wrapped around her waist as he hit he ‘play’ button on the remote. When she started to apologize about not trusting him, and about his hand he cut her off. Baby, what he did was terrible,. You have every right to be scared. I just want you to know that I’d never do anything to hurt you, even when we’re married someday. She then proceeded to say that he deserved someone better than her. Noelle, I think your confused, I don’t deserve you. You deserve someone that can keep you safe. Anthony Masen Cullen! You are the one who protected when Chance tried to rape me again today. You will always be the only one. I love you. I love you too, you have no idea how much. Then she fell asleep.

A few minutes later Anthony fell asleep also. His arms pulled her closer to him, he felt her tense up and then relax. She buried her head into his chest once more and fell back to sleep. It was morning before he knew it. He heard the door creak open, he looked in the direction of the door and it was Nessie. Nessie what are you doing in here? Get out. Dad wanted to see if you were up, and he wanted me to check in on you. She said with a smirk on her face. Is that all you needed? Yes, and mom wanted to tell you that breakfast is ready. So you can come down when your ready. She said as she walked out of the room. She peaked her head back in, Oh, I can’t wait to meet your new girlfriend. Get out Nessie! He reached around Noelle; who was still asleep; and grabbed a pillow and threw it at the door. He heard her foot steps going down the stairs. Noelle started to move and then she looked up at him, Good morning. Good morning, did you sleep well? Yes I did, I always sleep good when I’m in your arms. Well, that’s good that you had a good night’s sleep, because Nessie’s here. And she wants to meet you. Well then lets go, we don’t want to keep her waiting. Really, your excited to meet her? Well I like meeting your family, their all so nice. She said that and they got dressed. They were very fortunate that she was Nessie’s size. She took out a teal tee-shirt and a pair of shorts. Anthony was just walking out of the bathroom as she walked back into the room. Are you sure you’re ready to meet her? She nodded her head and they walked hand-in-hand down the stairs.

Nessie was sitting in the chair at the table. Well it’s about time. Nessie, this is Noelle. Hello, it’s nice to finally meet you, I’ve heard so much about you. Nessie was nice and shook her hand then pulled her into a hug. She then moved onto Anthony, What I don’t get my hug? Anthony smiled and gave Nessie a hug. There that’s better, I’ve missed you. They sat down and had their eggs that Bella made for them. Nessie just told them how everything was going, and they told her. She didn’t play 20 questions with Noelle like her brother did with Anthony. He was grateful for that.[/Blockquote]

[Noelle Cullen]

Tonight will be the night that I will fall for you
over again don't make me change my mind,
I won't live to see another day
I swear its true

Noelle sat down next to Anthony and he held her hand the whole time, encouraging her to talk to Nessie. For some reason she felt at ease talking to her. Something about her was so comforting and familiar, sort of like she was really her sister. So how long have you two been dating? A while. She smiled at Anthony who rolled his eyes at his sister. They moved into the living room and Noelle sat down next to Anthony and held his hand. They fingers were laced and Nessie sat down in a chair across the room. She watched them intently until there was a knock at the door. Nessie got up to open it and Noelle turned her attention back to Anthony. She kissed him and he put his arm around her. I love you, she whispered so that his sister couldn’t hear. He kissed her just as Nessie walked back in with a baby. How’s Bliss? Tired and missing her Uncle Anthony. He opened his arms and Nessie handed him the baby. Hi baby. How are you doing today? He cooed as he kissed her little forehead. He turned his attention back to Noelle, This little girl here is Bliss. Nessie’s daughter, my niece. Noelle ran her finger on the baby’s cheek, Hi cutie. She hadn’t really given thought to a baby…that was too far off to think about. Would Anthony want a baby? He was really good with kids but did he want one of his own? She couldn’t really picture herself with a little baby in her arms but with Anthony beside her…it was possible. He was the only one she ever wanted to have kids with; he was the only one she ever wanted.

After a few minutes Bliss reached in Nessie’s direction. Anthony handed her back to her mom and put his arm back around Noelle. She’s hungry, I’m gonna go feed her and I’ll be back soon. Don’t you two disappear on me. As soon as she left the room Anthony got up and pulled Noelle to her feet. Ok time to ditch her, River? She smiled and nodded. He scooped her up into his arms to her surprise and took off running into the woods in the direction of their river. She like the feel of the wind in her hair and the warmth of his arms around her. When he finally got to their spot he sat down in the sand. She sat in his arms and traced his muscles through his shirt with her finger. Gently she kissed under his chin seeing as that was all she could reach; he was freakishly tall and she wasn’t. He leaned down so she could kiss him on the lips. The kissing started to get a little bit heated and Noelle ended up standing on her knees in his lap to kiss him. So you two decided to dit..oh sorry didn’t notice. Anthony turned around and made a face telling her to leave them alone but Noelle got up and pulled off her clothes to reveal a bathing suit. As Anthony turned around she dove into the river. She popped up only to see him pulling his shirt over his head and dive in after her. Nessie was rolling her eyes as she sat down to watch them swim. Anthony was still underwater and she looked around for him when she felt hands around her waist. Anthony popped up with his arms around her. She gently set her arms around his neck and kissed him. I love you. I love you too. So so much. She kissed him again and tried to remember that his sister was still right there. Want to go farther down the river? Only if you’re the one swimming. He smiled and shifted her onto his back. Hey Ness, we’re going down the river farther. We’ll be back later. If you come back bring some towels. She nodded as he took of swimming in the direction of the open area.

It was a ten minutes swim that he swam fast. The water got warmer as they got into the open where the sun could hit them. Anthony flipped her around so she was in his arms again but then dove under and left her to float. He kept popping up all over and she just kept swimming around. After fifteen minutes she got a pain in her side and she couldn’t swim. Of course Anthony was nowhere to be found when she needed him. Just as she started to slip under he popped up,Anthony! Help! She went under and everything was dark. Water started to fill her lungs but then she felt arms around her pulling her to the surface. She started to cough as she hit the surface. Anthony had her out of the water in a minute. She coughed and rolled over onto her side. What happened?! I come up and your yelling for help! OW…cramp. She curled up onto her side in pain. She couldn’t stop the tears from falling down her face as her side killed her. Noelle knew that he couldn’t stand to see her like this but didn’t expect what he did next. Her eyes were shut until she felt hands on her side. she opened her eyes to find Anthony sitting next to her. He was gently rubbing her side where she had the cramp. Yes her side killed her and she just wanted to curl up into a ball but Anthony’s hand was restricting her. Gently he kept rubbing her bare side… his other hand took hold of one of hers. When I was little I used to get cramps all the time and my mom would rub it out. I know it hurts but it will help, trust me but you have to lay flat. I can’t it hurts too much. I’ll get you straight but you can’t freak out on me ok? If you freak out and tense up then you’ll cramps will get worse. I trust you, just make the pain go away please. Slowly he moved over her so her curled up self was under him. Keeping his hand still rubbing her side he used his free to slide her knee down. Don’t try to fight me. She nodded weakly as he kept the slow and steady pace on her side. As he got both her knees down he gently put a little bit of his weight on her so that she couldn’t fight him. His hand kept rubbing her side and after a few minutes the pain started to fade, and she was grateful for him. Thank you. He kissed her gently, Anytime. But I don’t think that you are going to swim back. You’ll have to stay on my back or in my arms. No way am I going to let you swim back. I didn’t plan on swimming back anyways. I’m in no condition to swim, my side is still sore from being cramped up. He rolled off her and lifted her up as he walked into the water. She stayed in his arms and he half swam half walked back to the other shore. This took twenty minutes since he couldn’t totally swim, he refused to let her out of his arms.

When they got back to their shore he set her down on the ground. Her side was still killing her and the pain was coming back. She grabbed her side involuntarily and he noticed, Still hurts. All she could do was nod. He went back over by her and his hand started to rub her side once again. It felt like someone was kicking her in the side but his hands were helping. She put her arms around him and held onto him as the pain kept coming. He moved off of her so she had to let go. Using both of his hands he rubbed her side; it was more quickly now. She was starting to feel like curling into a ball again but avoided it. After a few minutes she couldn’t avoid it and her knees pulled up but when she got curled up the pain got worse. In a second Anthony was over her and trying to straighten her out. She tried not to fight him but her muscles were locked up and she couldn’t move. Ow, it hurts. Please make it stop. She shut her eyes as the pain kept coming. Anthony was working his hand down her leg to relax her muscles. He was trying to be gentle but he had to un knot her muscles. He got one leg straight and then part of the pain left her side. His other hand got her other leg straight and he laid on top of her. His hands went back to her side and he rubbed it as gentle as he could but still with enough pressure to make the pain stop. After a few minutes the pain stopped, Thank you again. It’s ok now. Anthony kept rubbing her side, It could come back if I missed any spots. For the next twenty minutes his hands kept rubbing her side making sure he didn’t miss anything. She kissed him, This would be a lot more comfortable in your bed. He kissed her back and scooped her up. In a minute he had her on his bed and his hand kept gently massaging her side. Noelle was just content to be in his arms forever.

[Anthony Cullen]

Tap on my window knock on my door
I want to make you feel beautiful
I know I tend to get so insecure
It doesn't matter anymore

It's not always rainbows and butterflies
It's compromise that moves us along, yeah
My heart is full and my door's always open
You can come anytime you want

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Nessie brought Bliss in; Anthony was thrilled to hold her. Nessie took her back and told them not to disappear on her, right after she walked out of the room Anthony took Noelle’s hand and lead her out of the house. They went to the river. Anthony took off running to the river; he sat down with her still in his arms. She kissed under his chin; he caught on and leaned down so she could reach his lips. As the kissing started to get a little bit heated Anthony heard a voice coming from behind him. It was Nessie. She made a comment about them ditching her and Noelle got up to take off her top layer of clothes. She dove into the water and Anthony followed in suit after her. Anthony was under for a while and he put his hands on her waist as he was coming up. They went further down the river and Anthony yelled back to Nessie that if she was coming back to bring them some towels. She climbed onto his back and then he started to swim to the more open part of the river.

Anthony was diving in and out of the water and when he came up once Noelle was screaming for help. He rushed over to her and carried her to land. He was rubbing her side to make the pain go away. He hated to see the love of his life in pain. He spent the next twenty minutes rubbing her side to try to make the pain stop. It worked for a little while and he carried her back to the water and he swam back to the smaller part of the river. He got her back on the land where Nessie put the towels. He continued to rub her side until she said that it felt better. Anthony made it back to land but once he set her down the pain started again. She didn’t say anything but she reached for her side involuntarily. Anthony got a towel and gave it to her; he then lay on top of her to keep her flat. He then continued to rub her side. She pleaded for him to make it stop. What was it my grandma used to do for my mom when she had pains like this? He couldn’t remember. I think she gave her an Advil. But I want to be sure. I’m not going to do anything that might hurt her anymore than she already is. He looked into her eyes and he could feel her pain; it was like they were one person; what she felt he felt, what he felt she felt.

He spent the next twenty minutes with his hand on her waist massaging her side. You know, this would be much more comfortable on your bed, rather than out here on the cold ground. Anthony smiled and scooped her up very carefully. He ran home and gently set her on his bed. He continued to massage her side as she kissed beneath his jaw. I love you Noelle, I always will. I know you do, and I love you with all of my heart too. He smiled as she said that. Is your side feeling any better? Yes, it’s feeling much better with you rubbing it. I’m just afraid it’s going to come back again. You could always stay here. My dad and Bella love having you here. You’re like part of the family now. She blushed and laid her head down on the pillow. I’d love to stay, can I borrow your phone please, mine’s in my bag in the car. He reached over her and got his phone off of the nightstand, and he handed it to her. She called her mom and asked if she could spend the night. She already knew the answer. Her parents trusted Anthony one-hundred percent with Noelle. They knew that he wouldn’t dream of doing anything to her like Chance did.

My mom doesn’t care, just like always. It’s crazy how much they trust you. They love you just like we’re married, they think of you as their son-in-law. You know that one day I do plan on being their son-in-law. Oh, do you plan on marrying Brian? She teased. Not exactly. Anthony said as he pulled her on top of him. She was laying on top of him now and he kissed her passionately. His hand still rested on her side, He wasn’t massaging it anymore but it was there if she needed it. They stayed there for about a half an hour. We should get changed don’tcha think. Yes, I think so. Anthony had cleaned out one of the drawers in his dresser for Noelle’s clothes. He thought that she stayed over there enough that she deserves a drawer. He hadn’t showed her yet. Noelle I need to show you something. She looked confused, Yes, what is it? He took her hand and led her over to his dresser. She gasped as he opened the top drawer; it already had her clothes in it. She wrapped her hands around his neck and kissed him very passionately. Thank you Anthony, I love it! Noelle whispered in his ear. She then grabbed a pair of her shorts and a tank top and ran into the bathroom to change. By the time she came out Anthony was already in his pajama pants. She ran across the room right into Anthony’s arms, he fell back on the bed. She started kissing him again. I love you Noelle, so much. She smiled against his lips but never broke the kiss.[/Blockquote]

[Noelle Cullen]

Tonight will be the night that I will fall for you
over again don't make me change my mind,
I won't live to see another day
I swear its true

My mom doesn’t care, just like always. It’s crazy how much they trust you. They love you just like we’re married, they think of you as their son-in-law. You know that one day I do plan on being their son-in-law. Oh, do you plan on marrying Brian? She teased him. Not exactly. She blushed as she thought about marrying him someday. Yes she would walk down the aisle and marry him in a heartbeat but hearing him say that he planned on marrying her someday sent her heart racing. He did love her the way she loved him, all she could do was smile knowing that he intended to keep her. His hands rested on her side as he pulled her on top of him and kissed her. He showed her the drawer and she loved it, it showed that he wanted her around. She took a pair of shorts and a tank top and changed. Noelle took a deep breath and looked at her reflection in the mirror. For the first time in months she looked like she was glowing, she couldn’t stop smiling and it was all because of the amazing man in the other room. Anthony had made her so happy and secure. She hadn’t had that since Chance and she loved having it back. She ran across the room and into his arms sending them back onto his bed. She kissed him again and when he said he loved her she smiled against his lips but didn’t dare to break the kiss. Her hands ran up his bare arms and wrapped around his neck. I love you Anthony. He smiled every single time she told him she loved him and she brought herself back down on him and kissed him with more passion than she usually allowed, tonight she was letting go a little bit. He noticed this and his hands slowly slid to the small of her back but she didn’t flinch. She wanted his touch and only his. Her hands stayed loose around his neck as he rolled over and they were both on their sides. His hand rested on her hip but her breathing stayed steady. She moved closer so every inch of space was gone between them. Her hand ran through his hair, I really do love you… and I would marry you in a heartbeat, she whispered and dropped her eyes. She hoped he didn’t think she was some easy girl that fell for every guy she dated.

His finger brought her head up to his but instead of talking he kissed her gently. Her hands stayed on his abs as he pulled her up closer to his head. Noelle’s hands started to shake as she reached his pants but she just rested them there. He noticed her hands instantly and gave her a questioning look, What are you doing? Nothing, I swear. Her eyes refused to meet his, I don’t think I’m ready for that yet. His lips kissed her forehead. It’s ok, I haven’t done anything like that before. I’m not ready to be that serious yet. I want to make sure we’re both ready when that happens. She nodded and rested her head on his shoulder, he cared so much about her but she felt like she was holding him back. He should be able to get a girlfriend that could do what he wanted when he wanted. I’m sorry that I can’t… I’d understand if you wanted someone else that could give you what you wanted.

[Anthony Cullen]

Tap on my window knock on my door
I want to make you feel beautiful
I know I tend to get so insecure
It doesn't matter anymore

It's not always rainbows and butterflies
It's compromise that moves us along, yeah
My heart is full and my door's always open
You can come anytime you want

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She rested her hands on the top of his pants; he asked her what she was doing. She told him that she wasn’t doing anything and didn’t plan on doing anything like that for a while; she just wasn’t ready yet. Anthony reassured her that he hadn’t done anything like that before and that he would wait for her and not push her into doing anything that she didn’t want to do. Noelle nodded and rested her head on Anthony’s shoulder as he held on to her. I’m sorry that I can’t… I’d understand if you wanted someone else that could give you what you wanted. Noelle, what are you talking about. I love you and only you. That will never change; no matter what happens. I don’t want you to say anything like that again. Unless you want to leave me, then I won’t stop you. I can’t make you stay, if that would make you unhappy then I don’t want to do it. She buried her head into his chest. Anthony brought her head up with his middle and index finger so he could look at her. She was blushing; Anthony smiled at this. Don’t be embarrassed. I’d never want to do anything that made you uncomfortable. I know you wouldn’t. I just think that you deserve better than me. Anthony kissed her. Then I think that you need to stop thinking. It gets you into trouble. She let out a small giggle and tried to hold back a smile. Yes I know that it does, I’ve been told that a lot. She said as she kissed him.

Anthony was awakened by a buzzing sound. He looked over at the clock, it was three o’ clock in the morning. He picked up Noelle’s phone and saw that it was her mother. He looked over at her and saw that she was fast asleep. Anthony didn’t want to wake her so he just answered it. Hello? Anthony asked groggily. Anthony?!? Where’s Noelle? It’s an emergency! She’s sleeping, is everything alright? Is Mr. Madden ok? Anthony was getting worried, he didn’t know how he would tell Noelle if something happened to her father. No it’s not Scott, it’s her Uncle Derick. He was just rushed to the hospital. Tell her that Scott and myself are going to the hospital to see what’s going on. Thank you Anthony, please bring her up if she wants to come. Ok, I’ll tell her. I’m sure she’ll want to come up so I’ll see you in a few minutes. Just the local hospital right? Yes, thank you Anthony, so much. Don’t worry about it, I’ll tell her and we’ll be right there. Anthony hung up the phone and shook Noelle’s shoulder. Noelle wake up. We have to go to the hospital. It’s your Uncle Derick. Your mom just called she thought that you’d want to go and see him. Anthony said as he got up off of the bed and took out some pants. She sprang up as what he said sunk in. She started to cry; Anthony walked over to her side of the bed and held her and kissed her forehead. He’ll be fine. Don’t worry. She started to calm down, she got dressed and Anthony went to tell Edward and Bella that they had to go and that he didn’t know what time they would be back.

Noelle couldn’t walk to the car; she couldn’t see anything through the tears that were falling from her face. Anthony picked her up and carried her, when he got to the car he set her in and she broke down even more. Anthony didn’t want to leave her but he ran in the house and grabbed a box of Kleenex and handed it to her once he got in the car. He drove as fast as he could to the hospital. The whole ride there Anthony was holding on to Noelle’s hand. He would be here for he if she needed him; if she didn’t then he would wait until she did. He completely understood that this was a family matter and he didn’t want to make himself unwelcome. Thank you for coming Anthony, I don’t know what I would do if I didn’t have you. She said through sobs. I’ll always be here for you, now shush. I’ll calm you down not talking about it.

They got there just as the paramedics were taking Derick out of the ambulance. Marisa ran over to them and grabbed on to Noelle; she pulled her into a tight hug. He could tell that she was really close to her brother. Noelle started to cry harder; but she never let go of his hand. She took a deep breath and they walked into the hospital.[/Blockquote]

[Noelle Cullen]

Tonight will be the night that I will fall for you
over again don't make me change my mind,
I won't live to see another day
I swear its true

Noelle and Anthony headed to the hospital. Her mom came running over and grabbed onto her which only made the tears come faster. Her mom was so close to her uncle it was like her and her brother Brian but closer. She held onto Anthony's hand for support as they walked into the hospital. Her mom went over to her dad and left her to cry her eyes out to Anthony. He opened his arms for her and she buried her face in his chest. She melted into his arms and cried her eyes out. Anthony led her to the waiting room and sat her down in his lap. His arms wrapped around her and he rubbed her back gently, she didn't care if her parents stared; she needed Anthony and he always knew just how to help her. Her dad cleared his throat from across the room and she looked up. Her mom was holding his hand and they were looking over at her and Anthony. She laid her head on his shoulder as the tears kept coming, he kissed her forehead gently. Noelle tried to give him a smile but it wasn't very good... her Uncle was very close to her. She had grown up with him right there every step of the way. He was her godfather and she loved him so much. Unlike all her other Uncles he would listen and she could talk about pretty much anything with him... he had been the first one to hear about Chance... she had even filled him in on Anthony.

Just then a doctor walked over to them. Are you here for Derick Madden? Her dad nodded and they led her parents off to the side to talk. Noelle turned her head to Anthony, What are we going to do? I don't know what to do if he isn't ok... Shh, he'll be fine sweetie. Don't worry honey it'll all be fine. She blinked back tears as he kissed her. It was gentle and caring. She loved him so much it wasn't even possible for her to convey to him. He stroked her cheek with his thumb as he pulled away. Noelle rested her head on his shoulder, Noelle, your Uncle wants to see you first... She nodded and climbed off of Anthony's lap but kept his hand. Can he come? Her mom nodded yes and Anthony climbed off the chair only to wrap his arm around her waist for support. They slowly walked down the hall, I won't leave you unless you want some time with him alone. Please don't leave me... she whimpered into his shoulder. They reached the door and he pulled her into a passionate kiss before they walked into the room. It's going to be ok, I'm right here. He whispered to her and placed a kiss on her forehead. His hand wound back around her waist as they stepped in. Her breath hitched in her throat as she saw her Uncle in casts and hooked up to machines. Anthony gave her hand a gentle squeeze and she held his hand tighter as they walked over to his bedside.

Hey, her uncle said with a weak voice. Hi, she said through a tight throat. Stupid semi just jumped right out in front of me... He tried to give her a smile but she broke down crying. Her Uncle reached a hand out to her to comfort her like he always had in the past years. Everytime she was hurting he would be the one to make it better but instead of taking his hand she buried her face in Anthony's chest. His hands rubbed her back soothingly, Shhh, it's ok baby. You're ok, I'm right here. I love you. It was quiet enough that only the three of them could hear it. She didn't care what her Uncle thought right then, all she cared about was that he was alright. The tears kept coming and she wrapped her arms around Anthony's waist until they stopped. Finally after ten minutes she wiped the tears and pulled her head back to stand on her tip toes to kiss his lips gently in thanks. He smiled and kissed her forehead as they pulled away... it was going to be a long day.

[Anthony Cullen]

Tap on my window knock on my door
I want to make you feel beautiful
I know I tend to get so insecure
It doesn't matter anymore

It's not always rainbows and butterflies
It's compromise that moves us along, yeah
My heart is full and my door's always open
You can come anytime you want

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Her mom told her that her Uncle wanted to see her first. She nodded and climbed off Anthony’s lap, she kept his hand in hers the hole time. Can he come? Her mom nodded ‘yes’, so Anthony got up and wrapped his arms around Noelle’s waist to support her. They walked down the wide hallway slowly. Anthony stopped her just outside the door. I won’t leave you unless you want some time alone with him.Please don’t leave me… She whimpered into his shoulder. He kissed her passionately before they walked into the room. It’s going to be ok, I’m right here. He whispered to her as he kissed her forehead. He wrapped his arms around her waist as they stepped into his room. Hey. His voice was weak as he spoke. Hi. Stupid semi just jumped right out in front of me… He tried to smile but she started to cry. Her Uncle reached for her hand, but she didn’t take it this time. She turned to Anthony and buried her head in his chest; Anthony rubbed her back soothingly. Shhh, it’s ok baby. You’re ok, I’m right here. I love you. She wrapped her arms around Anthony’s waist and the tears stopped coming. After ten minutes she wiped the remaining tears then stood up on her tip toes and kissed his lips gently in thanks. Anthony smiled and kissed her forehead as they pulled apart. Anthony wasn’t looking forward to the day that they had ahead of them.

Noelle walked over to his bedside; Anthony’s hand still in hers. How are you feeling? It’s not as bad as it looks… Noelle smiled and looked at Anthony, she let go of his hand and hugged her Uncle gently. Her Uncle Derick had a small smile on his face when she did this. I’m better now. She laughed lightly then went back to Anthony and took his hand again. Hello… He directed towards Anthony. Oh, I didn’t introduce you… Uncle Derick this in Anthony… the one I was telling you about.[limegreen] Hello Anthony.[/color] Hello, nice to meet you, bad reason why, but good to meet you. Derick let out a small chuckle. Yes nice to meet you too. He reached out with his bandaged hand. Anthony took it carefully and shook it. He then dropped his hand; Noelle took her Uncles hand in one and the with other she took Anthony’s. They stayed in there talking to him for a while. Honey should we go so other people can come in? Yeah, sure. Bye, we will come back and see you before we leave. Ok, see you later sweetie.

They walked out into the hall and found her parents. As they walked up to them, her parents stood up. You can go in now. Ok, thanks sweetie. Noelle and Anthony sat down in the waiting room waiting for her parents to come out.[/Blockquote]

[Noelle Cullen]

Tonight will be the night that I will fall for you
over again don't make me change my mind,
I won't live to see another day
I swear its true

Noelle led him into the waiting room and she sat down in a chair. Brian was across from them and she sighed, her cramps were killing her. What’s wrong baby? She moved and sat in his lap, he rubbed her back gently. Cramps, bad cramps. He kissed her head and she leaned against him. Her mom had medicine in her purse, I gotta get some meds. Its killing me. He nodded and let her get up. She went into the room and took the container of pills from her purse. Noelle went to the drinking fountain and took two pills then put the pills back in her moms purse. We’re gonna go home I think. Her mom nodded and she went back to Anthony.

Home? She nodded as he stood up and scooped her up. It hurt just to move so she was thankful for him carrying her. He set her in the passenger seat and then drove them home. Anthony carried her up to her room and laid her on her bed. She curled up in his arms and fell right asleep. He always knew what he needed to do to make her feel better. She was grateful for every single second she had with him. Even in her sleep she could feel his arms around her and rubbing her stomach. Her cramps were hurting really bad and she could only stay in his arms and whimper.