Chapter 21

"We didn't molest you," Edward said already feeling tired from his first interaction with Arthur.

"Right," Arthur replied as he turned towards the right side of the room where a full-body mirror stood.

"They're pretty good."

"I'm glad you like them, She took ages to pick out what she thought was the perfect outfit for you," Edward said as he motioned towards Alice.

"Right, thanks Alice," Arthur replied as he gave a nod to the woman before turning his gaze towards Edward once more.

"Let's go downstairs, what time is it? We have to go to school." Arthur said as he started walking towards the duo.

"We still have around half an hour before we have to get going. Don't forget your backpack." Edward said as he motioned towards the backpack sitting next to the bed, next to his usual backpack however sat a new one, clearly made out of much better materials.

"A new backpack?" Arthur questioned as he turned towards Alice.

"Yeah, technically you don't feel the bond but to me, you're more important than my own life Arthur, so whatever you want or need just tell me ok?" Alice replied as a large smile appeared on her face.

Arthur felt a slight change in his emotions however it too quickly died down.

'It's a bit uncomfortable for me when you say that.' Arthur thought to himself as he took the books out of his old backpack and placed them inside his new one quickly before closing it and slinging it over his right shoulder.

"All right, let's head down," Edward said, nodding his head before turning around and walking outside of the room.

The three walked through the long hall and down the extravagant stairs before they arrived in the living room.

Arthur quickly saw three people seated around the sofa and Esme in the kitchen cooking from the looks of it.

On the right side of the sofa sat Emmet and Rosalie whilst on the left side sat Carlisle.

"Good morning," Arthur said as he raised his hand in a small wave before lowering it once again.

"Good morning Arthur, did you sleep well?" Esme immediately replied from the kitchen.

"Yes, it was pleasant. You don't have to make food for me." Arthur said as he turned towards the woman.

"Oh I just always wanted to do it, of course, you can choose not to eat it, don't feel pressured." The woman replied with a soft smile.

"I see, in that case, thank you then. Im sure it will be tasty." Arthur replied before turning towards the rest of the room.

"Hey Arthur!!" Emmet said as he practically shouted whilst calling Arthur over.

"Hey, Emmet," Arthur replied before he went ahead and sat on the couch in front of the large man.

"I see you liked the clothes Alice picked for you?" Carlisle questioned at this moment as he gave Arthur a small wave.

"Yes, they fit perfectly," Arthur replied with a serious nod of his head.

'Too perfectly.'

Edward hardened his gaze again as he looked at Arthur before he turned his eyes away a moment later and released a deep sigh.

"The food's ready Arthur," Esme called out from the kitchen.

Arthur nodded before sitting up from the couch.

"Well if you don't mind, I'll get some food before we head off towards school," Arthur said as he gave Emmet, Alice, Rosalie, and Edward a quick glance and turned towards the kitchen, walking towards the dining table.

It was large, it looked like it could fit more than twelve people at the same time.

"Why did you get such a large table, Mr.Carlisle, you don't even use it?" Arthur questioned as he sat down at the top of the table, the part closest to the kitchen.

"Esme designed the entire house so it was her decision," Carlisle replied from the other side of the room.

"It was just a preference and I felt like it fit the room design better," Esme said as she placed a plate in front of Arthur.

It was a simple morning breakfast consisting of two scrambled eggs, some pieces of cheese, and a tomato as well as two sausages.

"Thank you for the meal," Arthur said in thanks to Esme, giving her a nod at the same time before he looked down at the plate and dug into the food.

Edward had a slight smile as he looked at the rest of the Cullens.

It didn't take more than thirty seconds for the entire plate to be cleaned as if it had been thrown into the washer for twelve hours.

Alice's jaw already lowered whilst Emmet looked like his eyes were about to pop out.

"He's certainly unique," Carlisle said causing a smirk to appear on Edward's face.

'I knew it wasn't just me.' Edward thought to himself before he released a light chuckle.

Getting up from his seat at the dinner table, Arthur took the paper napkin that Esme had given him with the food earlier, cleaned his face slowly, and then pushed the chair back in.

"Thanks for the food once more. It was delicious." Arthur said in thanks to the woman once more before turning toward Arthur and Alice.

He didn't say anything however Alice quickly understood the meaning of his gaze.

"Right, let's get going." She said after a short momentary pause.

"See you later, Miss Esme, Mr Carlisle," Arthur said as he gave the two a wave before following Alice and Edward who had already started to walk towards the front door of the mansion.

"Are you coming with?" Arthur asked as he turned towards Emmet just before he headed out.

"No, I'll be coming a bit later with Rosalie and Jasper."

"Alright." And with those final words, Arthur headed out of the mansion and into the silver Volvo together with Alice and Edward.

Once the car left the garage and onto the road.

Edward questioned Alice, his tone much more serious than what Arthur had heard it be before.

"When do I meet her?"

"I don't know, It can be today or next week or even years later," Alice replied.

"Who are you talking about?" Arthur questioned curiously.

"His mate."

"You don't want to meet her right?" Arthur questioned as he watched the passing scenery out of the window to his right.

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