Okay so I know it's taken me years to post this but I truly am sorry, my schedule doesn't really allow any free time so this chap will be short but I'm hoping to post two more longer ones by the end of the Christmas Hols... Enjoy!

EPOV

"I'm sorry… it's too late"

Then I felt it.

This all consuming rage bubbled up inside me, without thinking I lashed out

"Take that shit back Isabella! Don't you understand how much I fucking love you, do you want me to fucking throw myself out of that window to prove it, because I will… In fact, that's exactly what im gonna do, I'd rather be fucking dead than alive and living without you"

Stepping back I took my eagle out of the waistband of my jeans, cocked it back and aimed it towards the window. Pulling the trigger I watched as the glass shattered into a million tiny pieces.

Before I could make a move Bella flew at me fist first, hitting me square on the nose, I heard the crack before we both fell with her landing on top of me. I groaned as I felt the blood poor out, pinching the bridge of my nose hurt like hell but I had to try and stop the continuous flow.

Slapping me across my face she started screaming.

"You selfish son of a bitch! Why would you want to do something like that, huh? What about chase Edward, did you not remember you had a son? It's not. Just. About. Us!"

She was hysterical now, repeatedly pushing against my chest with big tears rolling down her cheeks. There was a loud banging on the door and we both heard Emmet's voice sound through

"What's going on in there, if you guys don't open this door in the next 2 seconds, im breaking in and busting a cap through both of your asses"

His shouting didn't deter Bella, by this point I started to visibly tremble with anger, it was like a concrete force surrounding us. I kept my hands cemented to my face in fear of what would happen if I let my emotions get the best of me, Bella was so fragile, I found it disturbing to even think of hurting her.

"Bella" I gritted out, I was precariously close to snapping at any minute

"Stop what your fucking doing and get off of me" I said as cool, calm and collected as I could possibly be right now.

Ignoring my demand she slammed her hand across my check while shrieking

"Fuck you! You're a worthless piece of shit! I hate you Edward Cullen! I hate you! I hate you! I hate you!"

Just then a loud crush erupted and Emmet burst in landing on his back before rolling over then jumping to his feet

"Holy shit" he said in awe. Snapping back to reality he scaled the bed making it over to us and scooping up Bella. She started kicking around, flailing wildly while he had her in the air. I took this time to let go of my anger. Picking up her bedside lamp I threw it against the far wall reveling in the sound of the collision. Picking up the small table I smashed it against the floor, going over to the mini fridge I kicked in the glass denting the metal frame in the process, going over to the sea of flowers I picked one up randomly and heaved it against the far wall, I did that repeatedly until jasper came in and body slammed me to the floor.

In the background Bella was still and crying, and in addition to her sobs were Alice's high pitch ones.

"Jasper if you know what's good for you I suggest you get fuck off of me"

I heard a click and then felt cold steel press into my temple

"Edward I am not opposed to blowing a bullet through your head right now, so I suggest you shut the fuck up" he said with an air of finality.

Esme came running in followed by Carlisle and Charlie. She let out an audible gasp when she saw what lay before her.

"What the hell happened in here? Gesù Cristo! Edward lei ha dello spiegare per fare, voglio delle risposte e voglio che loro più o meno mi aiutano ora dio!" she demanded in rapid Italian

Sighing, my father stepped forward and took control of the situation.

"Emmet, take Bella and your sister downstairs, there's some Ambien in the medicine cupboard. Ones enough and no is not an answer, ask Sue where it is. She'll tell you." After He shuffled out with Bella in his arms and Alice trailing behind Carlisle carried on.

"Jasper would you mind running down to the car and getting my medical bag? You can let go of Edward now, he's done his damage already-" his sentence was cut short by a snort from Charlie. All eyes focused on him as he started to laugh uncontrollably.

"Care to share the joke" Jasper asked as he eased up off me, both my parents stood there with the same confused expression.

Straightening himself out he stuttered "Bella – um she – ah – she has a… pretty mean left hook don't you think" barely able to contain his laughter he threw his head back and let it out. Only this time he was joined by Carlisle and Jasper. Esme failed to find this situation funny.

Throwing jasper the keys Carlisle came to help me up. Leading me to sit on the edge of bed he carefully examined my nose, as soon as his finger came in contact I hissed as new wave of pain jolted through me.

"Fuck!"

"Yep, it's definitely broken"

Pushing away his hand I received a heavy slap from behind causing my head to jerk forward

"Are you fucking kidding me right now? Seriously mum, what am I, fucking 12?"

"Edward Anthony Genovese Cullen you will stop using that foul language this minute! I raised you better than that, what is wrong with you? I don't even know who you are anymore" finishing her rant Esme was close to tears.

I felt like a complete douche.

"Look , I'm fucking sorry mom. I'm sorry I'm not as perfect as fucking Emmet or Jasper. I know I'm an asshole but could you just give me a break for like; two fucking seconds?" I immediately regretted those words as soon as they left my mouth, she had been the most helpful person in this fucking mess, I just turned around and threw it back in her face.

Esme left without saying a word. Just as Carlisle was about to say something I interrupted before he had the chance.

"Save it"

Taking out my phone I made a call to sort out business, sufficiently ending any further conversation.

The phone rang twice before It was picked up.

"Boss"

"Demetri, I need the penthouse set up for this evening. Have the jet on standby and see to it that Angela is on the plane"

"Sure thing. Will that be all?"

"There's a shipment coming in at 3, don't be late"

Ending the call Jasper enters the room medical bag in tow and drops it on the bed beside me. Wasting no time Carlisle got straight to work.

Jasper watched intently as he fixed me up. I had gotten accustom to the pain so I didn't even flinch when the first stitch went through.

Charlie had left long ago which left the three of us alone. The atmosphere was tense which meant Carlisle was probably pissed with me but that was nothing new, he's always had something stuck up his fucking ass.

"Okay you're good to go. Try not to get into anymore fights Edward, and I advise you to apologize to your mother, she doesn't deserve your hostility, she was only looking out for you"

Cleaning up his "work station" he was looking at me expectantly hoping I would take heed and follow his word for once.

Ignoring his pitiful expression, I thanked him and left the room with Jasper hot on my tail.

"Where you headed" he asked

"The docks"

"Don't Demetri and the muscle have that under control?"

"Usually they have Felix to watch over them, I'll just be supervising from a distance"

"Well im heading over to the club, the Mexian's are on their way to pick up the tusks" wiggling his eyebrows he clapped me on the back and walked on ahead.

Rolling my eyes I replied "I'll meet you there"

Getting in our cars we drove down to the gate and waited for it to open before we went our separate ways.

Pulling up in front of the warehouse outside the docks, I turned off the engine and waited patiently. Everything around me seemed so serene and composed in contrast to my head; my thoughts were complete and utter chaos. The myriad of things running through my mind made it impossible for me to concentrate.

I was thinking too much. That's bad, really bad. I was at the edge of a cliff, precariously close to falling off into the deep end. Fumbling in my jacket for my phone I took it out and started searching for pictures of Chase. The first one I came across was taken a few weeks back. I had come home from a really hectic schedule and was ready to just pass out on the couch. When I got to the top of the stairs I could hear Chase's wails from all the way down the hall, picking up pace I opened the bedroom door to find a frazzled Bella trying in earnest to sooth this miserable baby. He had caught a nasty cold and had been stuffed up forever, he couldn't breathe properly and we both felt so useless not being able to do anything about it. As soon as his eyes met mine he let out a feeble "Daddy" and my heart broke for him. I snapped a quick shot with my phone of his blotchy red face and puffy eyes before depositing my suit jacket on the side of his crib, and taking him into my arms and rocking him till the early hours of morning. We were all so exhausted the following day.

Coming back to the present day, what was once a full blown migraine was now a simmering headache. Putting my phone away I smiled just thinking about my son, my world revolves around him. Chase and Isabella, the only light in this never ending dark tunnel…

Surveying my surroundings I noticed Demetri had arrived and the transaction was now taking place. Paying close attention I realized how much I underestimated him, I didn't give credit where credit was due. Demetri was no fucking amateur and I felt ridiculous sitting here like I was his fucking babysitter. Starting up the car and putting it into reverse; I made my way out of there and headed straight for the club.

-x-x-x-x-x-x-

Walking into the conference room I announce, "wow, this looks comfy, mind if join you?" without waiting for an answer I take a seat and prop my feet up on the desk.

Looking at me quizzically Jasper began, "Edward, you remember Mr. Soleece "

"How could I forget, it's good to see you" smirking I picked up the remote and pressed the button for the projector to come on and within seconds, Heidi's face appeared on the screen across from the board table.

"Good afternoon Mr. Cullen… Whitlock. Is there anything I can do for you?" she sighed with a mischievous smile.

What the fuck is she playing at?

"I take it you've had a good day. Send up a few bottles of Irish whiskey" clicking her off, I pushed my chair back and went to retrieve some shot glasses and the Havana cigars from the empty liquor cabinet.

After the cigars were distributed there was a knock at the door signaling the arrival of the alcohol. It crawled open to reveal Heidi on the other side wheeling in a tray of drinks.

Instantly my back stiffened and I felt the hairs on the nape of my neck raise. She saw the change in my demeanor and smirked. Jasper's eyes met mine from across the table and looked just as confused as he probably felt. Heidi never delivered stuff personally. It wasn't in her job description.

"Gentlemen" she cleared her throat. Picking up the crystallized bottle, she did the rounds and saw to it that everyone's glass was full. Her eyes never left mine once. This bitch was over stepping the boundaries, her attempt to intimidate me failed. But her contemplating even trying to, made my fucking blood boil.

Tipping the glass back I swallowed the amber liquid in one gulp and stood abruptly.

"Mr. Soleece, Jasper will see to it that all your needs are met, If I may be excused, It looks like I have some unfinished business to attend to".

Straightening my tie I scowled at the different nods of approval. Ignoring the questioning looks I got from Jasper I headed for the door, holding it open for Heidi to step over the threshold. As soon her heels hit the other side of the marble flooring, I held her arm in a vice grip and started dragging her to my private office. In effort to keep up with my long strides, she put up a slow jog, shuffling one or two steps behind me.

Getting the door open I flung her inside and slammed it behind me, putting as much distance between us as possible I walked over to the floor to ceiling windows stuffing my hands in pocket to stop me from further damaging my nose.

"Ed- your nose, there's blood on your shirt, did you get into a fight? What happened?"

"Cut the bullshit Heidi, what the fuck are you playing at? You have less than 30 seconds to explain yourself"

Looking determined, she flipped her hair over her shoulder and straightened her back.

"The deals off Cullen, I'm done hiding your dirty little secret."

"Gesù Cristo! lei ha dello spiegare per fare, voglio delle risposte e voglio che loro più o meno mi aiutano ora dio "you have some explaining to do, I want answers and I want them now or so help me god

Cliffy! What secret does Edward have to hide hmm?

In time, all will be revealed!

Annie X