Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Moonlit Point


Bella's POV

Edward parked the car on the side of the road and we walked a little ways through the trees, our fingers intertwined. Especially now that I didn't have my wedding band on, I never wanted to let go.

We had stopped a few minutes back, taking down a small cluster of deer. And now I could hear the ocean a dozen yards away. I caught a glimpse of the waves through the trees, illuminated by the moon. The smells here were so different than in Forks. The trees, the tastes in the air coming off the ocean mixing with the air coming from the mountains, the grass, the sand. But I liked it. New England had its very own flavor.

But at the moment the only taste I was craving was Edward.

He spoke gently, quieter now. "Bella, she'll be fine. Everyone who has ever met her loves her." I sighed giving up, for tonight. He had a point. No one could resist her charm. She was just like her father. I pulled myself closer to him, leaning my head on his shoulder as we walked.

Soon we broke through the trees, the beautiful black ocean spread out in front of us. The moon was absolutely enormous. I had never seen it like this. It was breath taking.

This point in front of us had no sand, the large black rocks creeping down from the grass all the way into the ocean. Edward led me out to the tides, slinking down on a huge bolder, big enough for two.

Edward turned, legs crossed, facing me. My skin ignited under his touch as his satin fingers traced the curve of my cheek. Instinctively I leaned forward to kiss him, closing my eyes.

"Hold that thought for one moment," he purred. My eyes snapped open in surprise. He chuckled at my expression. "I just don't plan on doing much more talking tonight, but there is something I want to say first. That thing I wanted to give you."

I felt my eyebrow twist up. "Okay-." Edward reached into his pocket and pulled out a little plastic bubble case, the kind you get from the 25 cent machine at the grocery store - that usually holds some ridiculous toy that would get lost or stepped on.

He gently placed it in my hand, watching my eyes as I opened it, separating the curved blue bottom from the clear bubble top. It made a small popping noise. Inside a small silver band wrapped around a modest heart shaped topaz stone, a small diamond on either side. It was gorgeous, sparkling in the moonlight.

Edward smiled down at me lovingly. My heart melted at his crooked grin. " I figure since tomorrow we're official teenagers again, it would be—socially acceptable to give my girlfriend a promise ring."

"Edward, it's beautiful." I gave it back to him, my holding out my hand. He gently slid it on.

"I know it's not the same, but at least when you look at it, it will remind you that I promise to be yours forever." And that right there was pretty much all I could take.

A small laugh was able to escape his lips as I launched myself at him, crushing my mouth to his. He caught me in his arms, his hands beginning to explore my body. Edward scooped me up and carried me back to plush grass. It was soft under our bodies as, piece by piece, our clothing was scattered around us.

His kisses never ceased to surprise me. The intense level of desire only heightened with each day we spent together. I yearned for him, the core of my body aching for him any second we were apart.

My head fell back as he kissed his way down my neck, gentle groans rising from his chest. My hands traced the contour of his sculpted shoulder, the one leaning closer to me, his hand running through my hair. His other hand at my breast, cupping and massaging hungrily.

"—Love you - beautiful creature," he breathed into my neck. His whole body began slowing descending. His hand from my breast to my stomach. His mouth from my neck to my breast, kissing, licking and sucking as he went. His hand traveled further south. I could barely breath. I began to pant. Was it possible to want him more. – More was all I could think.

His satin fingers found the familiar place between my legs and began to explore. My back arched sharply, forcing his fingers deeper. A strained whimper escaped my lips. I wanted more.

"More, Edward," I breathed. "More."

He panted, "As you wish." He pulled his fingers out and swiftly his body was on mine. My legs opened wider for him, inviting him inside. He did not hesitate.

Every night we spent together in this life seemed like a dream. His beauty, his gentle, loving touch, his kiss—his taste, all more than I could have ever hoped for. And every night it was my to revel in. Every night forever.

He made love to me until the sun began to creep toward the horizon. Although the point was secluded, we could hear lobster boats set out hours before sunrise and the sparkling of our skin in the early morning sun would be seen from miles out if we did not return to the car soon.

Silly grins spread across our faces. I committed the things that had transpired last night to memory, fantasies to get me through the long school day.

Just as we pulled up the drive way the others cleared the tree line. Edward couldn't help but laugh out loud. We only saw them for a fraction of a second as they flew inside the house. Human eyes wouldn't have detected them, but our keen senses captured every moment between the wood and the front door.

Rosalie was pissed.

She was wearing Emmett's shirt, which draped just above her knees. Emmett wore nothing, his hands covering his crotch.

Alice and Jasper emerged from the other side of the yard moments later, catching a glimpse as the front door slammed behind them. Alice skipped up to the car as Edward opened the door for me.

"You are such a little brat," Edward laughed.

"What?" I asked looking at Alice.

"I saw it happen before we left last night. Emmett got a little carried away and tore up all her clothes. I should have told them to bring extras." Alice giggled. Edward and Jasper could barely control their laughter.

"IT'S NOT FUNNY!" Rosalie yelled out the upstairs window.

All the girls gathered in Alice's room. Esme had allowed her to make subtle alterations to our uniforms, a little shortening here and there. The boys had to wear khaki pants and a tie with the option of a navy blazer with a vest or a sweater. Girls had a few more choices. A navy jumper with light blue shirt and tie, khaki slacks or a blue, yellow and green plaid skirt and knee high socks to be worn with a blazer, vest or sweater.

"We should either all wear the same thing or something different," Alice stood examining our options on the bed.

"Something different." Nessie, Rose and I said in unison.

"I agree. No need to draw further attention to ourselves on the first day. –Nessie. put this on." Alice threw Nessie a navy jumper, shirt and tie.

"I'll look like I'm five." Nessie complained. We all stared at her. "Okay. I am practically five, but know what I mean."

"Here, Rose." She handed Rose a skirt/blazer combo, which she took and left the room without a word. Alice and I both held back our laughter.

"And for you, Bella. I'm fairly certain Edward will love it."

"I bet," I said fighting the urge to roll my eyes at her. Alice decided on the skirt/sweater combo. I quickly put on the skirt and vest ensemble, tied my winsor knot and threw my hair up in a ponytail.

"No way," Alice uttered

"What?"

"You hair down, You hair up," Alice demanded pointing to Nessie. "Here, I have a cute ribbon for you." She swept Nessie's hair up in a pretty ponytail, tying a navy ribbon around it. "You take this." She threw me a navy headband. I shook my hair out around my shoulders and slid the headband into place.

"Better?" I teased.

"Much. You looked awful before." Alice winked at me.

I turned to finish Nessie's tie. The look on her face was tense. These types of looks were new. She was typically all smiles, but I could tell the "teen" angst was setting in. She knew there was no point in hiding anything. Edward could be picking her mind at this very minute.

"Mom, can I ride with Alice and Jasper today?" She asked.

"That's probably a good idea. I don't think Rose is speaking to me at the moment." Alice laughed. She tossed Nessie and I our Mary Janes.

"Why, what happened?" Nessie asked innocently.

"Nothing." Alice and said in the same instance.

We headed downstairs and waited for Nessie to eat breakfast. Jacob joined her in the kitchen giving her words of encouragement before heading to work. Her patted her on her shoulder with his large hand. "I'd love to come with you kiddo, but I can't even pass for 18, let alone 15." At a legit 25, Jacob brought up a very valid point.

I busied myself in the living room, double checking my and Nessie's book bags. Making sure we had everything we needed for the day.

Suddenly I felt Edward behind me, his sweet breath on my neck.

"I think when we get home from school," he whispered, "—I think, just maybe you should keep that skirt on for a little while." I gripped the edge of the couch as his tongue slid across my earlobe. His strong hand slid up my skirt. A small moan escaped my lips. All too soon her dropped his hand. I turned to see Rose and Emmett in the doorway. Blast! Couldn't I just have five more minutes with Edward before school.

Once we were in the car, I decided to get to the bottom of Nessie's worries. Edward let Rose drive. We took her new Audi SUV. Jasper drove Nessie and Alice in the Volvo.

"Do you know what's bothering Ness?" I asked in earnest. Since she had no space from Edward's inquiring mind, I always tried not to pry. But if there was anything I could do to help, to make her feel better, I gladly would.

Edward sighed reluctantly. "She was a little upset with me actually. She's afraid I am going to make things difficult for her at school. The pack was used to having me in their heads and Jacob, especially, is fine with it. She didn't like the idea of me knowing what possible friends or – um, friends are thinking. But she's better now. Alice and her are talking things out." I glanced in the rearview mirror. Sure enough the cloud on Nessie's brow had lifted and Alice and her chatted away.

"That's good. I know you're worried, but try sweetie. Please try and let her figure some of this stuff out on her own." I begged. Our advantages were no good if they ended up hurting her in the long run.

Edward took my hand gently in his, kissing my palm. I shuddered a bit, pleasure tingling my spine.

"I know, Bella. I promise. I will be on my best behavior." He kissed my hand again. I knew he meant it. For now.

Note: The "Point" described here is a real place in Maine. I've been there a few times with friends to watch the full moon rise in the summer. However I have never been there with Edward.

Chapter 3: Renesmee's POV

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