A/N: Thank you to Midnight Cougar for being a rockstar. xx

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Maggie O'Sullivan POV

I'm tired of waiting and spin my yellow plastic wristband while I listen in on the conversations taking place around me.

"This is like a dream. Pinch me." The young, blonde girl in front of me giggles to her friend.

"I know. This whole trip has been surreal. Forksville is such a quaint little town. I love it and understand why Edward moved here." The brown-haired friend readjusts her tank top then fluffs her hair while fanning herself. "Is my makeup melting off my face? This sunshine is making me sweat."

"Let's keep the line moving." An event worker encourages the people behind me to move closer.

The blonde reapplies her lip-gloss for about the hundredth time. "No, you look perfect. I'm glad we made reservations for the bed-and-breakfast so far in advance. Staying there was the icing on the cake. Gran is amazing. I wish she was my grandmother."

I try not to roll my eyes with these two fans of Edward, but it's difficult.

"She's as sweet as I thought she would be."

I will not lie. I'm jealous. I attempted to get reservations, but they were booked.

"And so is Bella. I love her almost as much as Edward. She's such a real person, like us."

They nod their agreement as we shuffle forward a foot or two at a time, and I let out a huff I can't contain at her name being mentioned.

"I know! I was shocked we got a chance to meet her yesterday when she stopped by the farmhouse and took pictures with us."

"That's it. Move up a little farther ladies." Another worker waves us forward.

"And now we get to meet Edward in person. Can you see him yet?"

"No, but the line's moving. So, I hope it won't be long now. Look there's Emmett. We're getting close."

"Do you think Emmett will take a picture with us?"

"We can ask. He's always so nice to fans."

I can't believe this is my life now—standing in a never-ending line to donate to some charity for a photo with Edward. I mean, it's a great cause, but I'm me. I shouldn't be stuck here with the rest of these nobodies.

After all, I've had sex with Edward Cullen. Multiple times. Who else in this line can say that?

"Hey, Maggie. Here's your lemonade." Heidi grins. "I bought us cookies too. They are delicious. Here try one."

My eternally happy road trip buddy is back to our spot in line after seeking out food and drinks for us.

I wonder if Heidi has ever been with Edward. She's always been second best to me, of course. Once an understudy, always an understudy.

I'm a star, like Edward, and I can't imagine Edward ever wanting to be with her. We have unbelievable chemistry. Everyone always thought us to be soulmates, and I know they're right, which is why I'm not giving up.

"Thanks." I take a cookie and try not to lose focus. "Did you catch a glimpse of Edward when you were up there?"

I need time alone with him, then he'll remember how good we were together. I know we were young, but when you know, you know. Our connection never dies. I can still feel it.

"Yes. I barely saw him, but he's here taking pictures and signing autographs. He's as handsome as ever," she says with a dreamy sigh. "And Bella is in the booth next to him. It's where I bought our drinks and cookies."

Of course she is. I have no idea what he sees in her, but I know what I see: a temporary distraction, like the rest of them he's been with over the years. I'm a patient woman, but my patience is running out.

I need to up my game and make a move. I mean, I know his mother and father. I've been to their house and had dinner with them. They treat me like family. I should be a member of their family by now.

"Hey, would you mind taking our picture?" The blonde holds out her phone in my direction.

"I can do it," Heidi offers, then snaps several shots of the girls with Emmett. "Maggie, do you want a photo with Emmett?"

I watch as Emmett's smile fades at Heidi's suggestion. His eyes narrow as he examines my face cautiously. There's a hint of recognition, then he takes out his phone and taps out something quickly. I wonder if Edward has told him about me?

"No. I'm good, but I can take your photo if you would like." I smile at Heidi.

"Okay."

Heidi gets her photos with Emmett, and we move up to where we can see the table Edward is sitting at. I watch him talking with fans, signing autographs, and pausing for an occasional selfie. His ever-present smile putting the most nervous fans at ease.

Bella catches my eye when she drops off a fresh drink next to a stack of photographs as Edward wraps his arm around her waist, not letting her escape.

"Is it break time?" he asks.

"No breaks for you. Your line is still around the block. Keep signing and smiling."

The next fan in line asks, "Edward, when are you going to pop the question and ask Bella to marry you?"

"What makes you think I haven't already?" His smile widens, then he winks at Bella.

"Bella, when are you going to accept his proposal?" someone else questions.

"What makes you think I haven't already?" She echoes his response, then leans down and pecks his lips.

My eyes never leave her as they move over her simple T-shirt and worn jeans. I notice a sparkly bee necklace she's wearing, which seems out of place with the rest of her casual attire. It must be a gift from Edward as he's the one with the money.

"Oh my goodness! Can we see?" another fan asks.

"It's beautiful!" Heidi marvels from beside me then nudges me with her elbow. "Look, Maggie."

And that's when I see it on the ring finger of her left hand—a diamond engagement ring shaped like a flower.

"I need to get back to work." She kisses his lips as he reluctantly lets her go, swatting her playfully.

"Behave!" she tells him, and helps a customer in her booth.

Another girl in line questions, "Edward, is that what your latest Instagram post was about? You proposed to Bella?"

I saw that post. It was a picture of a field of wildflowers at sunset and had the caption "A marriage made in heaven. There's no sweeter place on Earth." Then he added an emoji of a bumblebee and a flower.

I watch him carefully for a reaction to the question and his words seal my fate.

His face splits into a huge grin. "My fans are too smart. Who's next?"

"Edward, when are you getting married?"

He signs the photograph in front of his waiting black marker.

"Don't answer that." The woman I know to be his personal assistant, Rosalie, says while sitting next to him.

Edward looks up at the fan giving her one of my favorite crooked grins. "Yesterday, if it were up to me. You have a purple wristband, which means you need a photo too."

He wraps an arm around the fan's waist as they pause talking to take a picture together.

"Thanks for your donation. Who's next?"

"Edward!" Heidi squeals. "Do you remember me?"

"Of course. How are you, Heidi? Mom said you landed the lead in the community theatre's summer production of Guys and Dolls."

"Yes! I did. I play Sarah Brown and I'm great. Thanks for asking. We are so happy we got a chance to see you."

"We?" His eyes look over her shoulder and land on me then his smile falls slightly.

Heidi grabs my arm and yanks me into her side. "Maggie and I wanted to support you, so we road tripped over from Chicago. Surprise!"

"That is a surprise. Glad you could make it." He nods in my direction. "Maggie."

"Maggie is a lead too. She's Miss Adelaide. We donated for a picture only." She holds up her wrist showing her yellow wristband. "I hope that's okay. It's a little weird to get your autograph, since we all know each other."

"Nothing weird about it, as all the donations go to charity. Let's take a photo, Heidi."

I look on as Heidi cozies up to Edward and they snap a photo together. They both look happy and relaxed.

"Good to see you again, Heidi, and good luck this summer." He winks.

"Thanks, Edward. You're the best." Heidi turns then points to the side. "I'll just wait over there."

I nod, then look at Edward's less than enthusiastic expression at my approach, which causes me to pause.

"Next." Rosalie prompts as her eyes narrow at my indecision until I move closer to Edward.

"Hey."

He lets out a deep sigh. "Maggie. I'm surprised to see you here."

"Why wouldn't I be? We've always been close. We only need a chance—"

"Wait." Rosalie interrupts. "Is this the one who Tweeted that an old flame was in town over the holidays and shared the high school photos of you?"

Edward nods. "Yes, she's the one."

I certainly wasn't going to give anyone the idea he was seeing someone other than me. Bella is a nobody. I'm surprised they have lasted this long. I found out later from Esme that Angie is one of her foster babies and not Bella's kid as they led me to believe.

"How is rekindling the old flame going?" Rosalie raises an eyebrow at the question awaiting my answer.

I let out a nervous chuckle and attempt to swallow the lump in my throat. This isn't going as I had hoped at all. Why isn't he as happy to see me, as I am to see him?

I try to clear my throat and find the words to speak. "I guess congratulations are in order. For you. A-And… and..."

There's an awkward pause as I can't make myself say her name or truly congratulate him. She's so wrong for him. He's mine. Why can't he see that? We belong together. He should be proposing to me. I've loved him ever since I first saw him in high school so many years ago. Why doesn't he remember that love?

He doesn't wait for me to finish my thought, then hurries me along. "Thank you. Bella and I are very happy. Let's take your photo."

Edward doesn't wrap his arm around my waist and only leans in for the picture together, keeping plenty of space between us.

After pressing the button on my phone, I look down at the photo to find my hesitant smile and his expressionless face. We've taken better, and while I should ask for a re-take, I mumble a quick, "Thanks, Edward," then move toward Heidi.

He gives me a curt nod then turns on the charm, focusing on the next fan waiting in line. "Who's next?"

My heart is filled with disappointment as another failed reunion plunges to my feet.

Heidi squeezes my arm, guiding me away from Edward. "Isn't he amazing? Gosh, I love him and he smells so good."

It's then I understand, for the second time in my life, what it feels like to have my heart broken by Edward Cullen. Loving him is easy. Moving on and losing hope for a future together is difficult.

A/N: Maggie tried again. She's a tenacious one, but her reconnection with Edward just isn't happening. Don't we all wish we were in the farmers' market line waiting to see him? I hope you enjoyed this one. Let me know what you think. Renée is up next. Thanks for reading. xx