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Recap: My fists flew to my eyes and I rubbed them, unable to believe what I was seeing.

"Bella," He sighed once more, laughing weakly. And then, Edward started to walk towards my bed.

I desperately wanted to say something. Anything. But somewhere on the way out, the words got caught in my throat, choking me. All I could manage was frantic gasps as Edward glided towards me.

Before I could control my hectic breaths, he was sitting beside me, his face inches from mine. He didn't smile or speak. We just sat there in silence, watching each other.

He looked more real than any dream I had been able to fathom yet. His beautiful pale face was as smooth as ever; his hair fell over his eyes making his features look even more flawless. I allowed my eyes to trace his beautiful face again, and again.

I couldn't help it. As he watched me, I was reminded even more why he had left me and was never coming back. That this could only be my imagination, proving that my mind finally snapped. I began to cry. Involuntary tears streamed my cheeks and my breaths came in gasps again. I unwillingly tore my eyes from his face and hung my head, my whole body shaking with sobs.

"Bella?" He spoke again, causing me to cry harder. "Bella, Bella, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to upset you but I didn't know how else to… to see you. Without… upsetting you." My wails were muffled by his chest as he pulled me into him. I only cried louder as I willingly pushed myself against him, still unbelieving that he was sitting here with me. I wrapped my arms around him as well, and continued to sob into his shoulder.

We sat there for what seemed like forever, just holding each other. It was more than I could've ever asked for…

But, it had to end. And I knew it. "Bella," Edward sighed, pulling back so that he could see my face, but keeping his arms locked tight around my waist. Here it comes, I thought. "There's… something I need to say," His voice was full of grief and anxiety; I was already preparing myself for his departure. "I'm… I'm so sorry." I felt a knife stab my heart. I don't know why it hurt so bad, it wasn't even real… "I should've never left – I – Bella? Bella what's wrong?" I had started crying again.

This was exactly the kind of thing I had been avoiding for months and I wasn't sure that I could handle this… again. "Bella?" Edward cooed, "What's wrong? I'm sorry I left. I just… thought…" He shook his head in defeat. "I'm sorry. I just had to see you again… I'll… I'll leave if you want me too."

I panicked. "No," I whispered frantically, knowing he would hear me. Even though I knew this couldn't…be real, I couldn't stand to see him go. Hallucination or not. He smiled my favorite crooked smile so warmly, I leaned in, and laid down on his chest, allowing silent tears to run down my cheek, and let myself believe that it was real.

He took my wrists in his strong hand, and kissed them. I looked up to meet his startling gaze. His eyes bore into me, as if he were searching frantically for something. "I'm so sorry Bella." His voice was low and anxious, "I shouldn't have left. I never stopped loving you and was a fool to leave and think I could stay away. But…" He looked down, ashamed, "But if you give me a second chance I swear I will never leave you again, I," He paused, looking up again, "I will love you until the end of my existence. Can you forgive me?" His voice and eyes were pleading.

Tears continued to leak out of the edges of my eyes. "So… does that mean, your really here?" I was afraid to believe these words as I spoke them.

His eyes widened in astonishment and confusion. "Of course I'm here. I will always be here. If, that is, your willing to have me." His voice was anxious again.

And I believed him. He was here. With me. A thousand emotions washed through me, but the strongest, by far, was love. "Of course," I whispered, keeping my eyes on his.

A grin spread across his face, and his eyes lit up, with what I believed to be, love. "Thank God," He whispered. And before I could reply, his lips were on mine. His hands tousled my hair and traced my face as I did the same to his, tears still running down my face. Then he wrapped his arms around me in an iron grip and hugged me so close to him I could hardly breathe. When he finally did let me go, He kept his arms around me, holding me fast to him.

Still trying to catch my breath, I could only smile at him, tears staining my cheeks. Edward smiled back at me, and wiped the tears from my face. Then he leaned in and put his forehead against mine. He just kept whispering, "I'm so sorry," and I would murmur back, "It's okay, just stay…"

We laid side by side for hours talking, "You really do look tired Bella. Maybe you should go to sleep." Edward suggested.

"No!" I shot up, looking down on him. "I mean, I'm – I'm not tired," I explained with an unconvincing smile. I was afraid to shut my eyes. He could go as quickly as he had come…

"Bella," Edward sighed sadly. "I told you, I'm not going anywhere. I – I couldn't if I tried." He reassured me, giving my hand a squeeze.

I inhaled deeply, "I know, I know. It's just…" I took another deep breath. "I've… I missed you so much Edward…" I hung my head, embarrassed. I looked up. Edward's eyes were full of grief. He wrapped his arms around me.

"You'll never have to miss me again," He promised.

We laid there in the quiet for a while, listening to each other's breathing. "Edward…" I started, building up my courage, "Why, why did you come back?"

This time, It was Edward's turn to sit straight up at lightning speed, though he could do it s much more graceful than me. "Because I love you. Bella – What – What other explanation could there be?" I couldn't tell if his tone was angry, agitated, or just plain sad. "How can I possibly explain this to you?" He looked down at me, his voice exasperated. Then, comprehension seemed to flicker across his face, and he leaned down and locked me in a passionate kiss.

"Wow…" I gasped when he released me.

"Bella…" He sighed again.

"I'm sorry," I whimpered, on the verge of tears again. "It's just… you said you were never coming back…" I dabbed at my eyes.

Edward put both his hands on either sides of my face, forcing me to look at him. "Bella," he spoke, his expression serious. "If there's one thing I've learned, it's never, say never." Then he smiled, and leaned down to kiss me lightly on the lips.

Alright guys, sorry if this was a bit fluffy, but I'm a big fan of fluff and especially E&B fluff. Srry. Hope you guys liked this one. I'm going to write at least two more chapters if you guys liked this one s please review! Thanks!

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