Forgotten

Chapter 5

"Oh, my!" Was all Bella could think the moment her lips touched Edward's. Aside from the man's obvious kissing expertise, the kiss sent a shot of electricity all the way down her body until it reached the tips of her toes.

All the fear Bella felt just moments ago totally dissipated with one awesome kiss from her husband. Husband. Jeez, when will she ever get used to that.

The guy was rapidly making her fall head over heels in love with him, which is not supposed to be a bad thing except it's completely terrifying.

"Bella?" She snapped out of my daze and realized she'd been staring at Edward for God knows how long like a complete idiot. She felt my cheeks heating up.

Edward's fingers caressed her cheek, "I always loved when you did that."

His voice was so adoring that her heart constricted in her chest. She wanted so much to remember everything, for him.

"Come on let's get you back home," He said. His arm was still around her and for once she didn't feel like flinching away. She wanted to remain like this forever.

Edward made her feel so safe and loved. There was no doubt in her mind that they used to care so much about each other. 'Used' being the keyword though, but maybe all that will change. That part kind of still remains to be seen.

They got back home only to be practically assaulted by Mrs Stevens and her bear hugs.

"Oh, Mrs Cullen, I was so worried about you, I'm so glad that you're okay."

"I'm alright Mrs Stevens, I just got a little lost," Bella said, feeling embarrassed, "Sorry for making you worry."

"It's alright honey, now get up to your room and rest for a while; you look dead on your feet."

"No, really I'm perfectly fine."

"Sweetheart, I really think you should rest too," Said the velvety voice of Bella's gorgeous husband as he wrapped an arm around her waist from behind as if afraid she might collapse any second now.

Bella sighed, "Okay, but that's the last time I take a nap like a six year old." She muttered.

Edward chuckled, "Stubborn as always."

Edward led her upstairs to their bedroom and even helped me undress as Bella suddenly felt too tired to move my arms. She'd be incredibly self conscious if she wasn't so damn tired. He then proceeded to tuck her in. Seriously, six year-old. It still made her feel all warm and fuzzy, though.

As soon as her head hit the pillow, she was off in dreamland.

When Bella woke up, God knows how many hours, later, she heard loud voices coming from down stairs. Two very male, very angry voices. She got out of bed quickly and made her way down the stairs only to be met with the sight of her husband looking more angry than she's ever seen him, atleast more angry than she ever thought she saw him, and looking like he was about to attack another guy. A very tall, dark and muscular guy.

The moment Edward spotted her, he stopped whatever he was saying and ran over to her side.

"Bella, honey, what are you doing out of bed? You still look exhausted." He whispered.

"I'm fine, I swear. Is everything okay here?" She asked referring to the guy standing in their foyer looking like steam was coming out of his ears.

"It's nothing for you to worry about, sweetheart. Just head back up there and I'll be with you in a second." Edward tried to assure her but she wasn't buying it.

"He still babys you, I see." The stranger said.

"Uh, excuse me?"

"Honey, please, just get back upstairs." Edward tried to physically move her from the scene but she wasn't having any of that.

She glanced at the other guy again, "Um, do I know you?"

"Yeah, sweetheart, you sure do." He said in a tone of voice that suggested they knew each other very well. Bella felt Edward tense beside her. She laid her hand on his arm trying to get him to relax. That move felt so natural to her like she'd done it a hundred times before. Edward seemed to relax slightly, but he continued to glower at their still unnamed friend.

"I'm sorry that I don't remember you, I had an accident…" Bella tried to explain, but he interrupted her.

"Yeah, I heard all about that, that's why I'm here, I wanted to make sure that you were okay, but your husband here, wouldn't let me." He said pointing at Edward.

Bella glanced at Edward to see him looking even more annoyed than before.

"Uh, maybe if I know your name?" She asked, hesitantly.

The stranger gave her a wide grin, "Black, Jacob Black. Your best-friend and former boyfriend? Ring any bells?" He teased good-naturedly.

"Uh, no sorry." She apologized.

"S'okay," He shrugged, "As long as you're back to the land of the living," He stepped forward and grabbed her in a bear hug, "And as long as you promise to never ever do that again. Jesus, Bells, I swear I got a few grey hairs because of you." And then he proceeded to show her, "Here, have a look…"

Bella couldn't help but giggle at his antics. She immediately felt at ease with him, as if they've known each other forever, which apparently they did.

She chanced another look at Edward and found him studying her and Jacob with a sad, almost pained, look on his face. She took a step away from Jacob and walked back to Edward's side and wrapped an arm around his waist. It was the only way she knew how to comfort him, and to her relief it seemed to work. He relaxed immediately and smiled that adorable smile of his again.

"Well, I should be going," Jacob said, bringing her attention away from her husband's gaze and back to him, "I was barely able to get away from touring to come see you. Paul, my agent's probably having an aneurism right about now."

"Touring?" She asked.

Jacob smiled, "Oh yeah I forgot that you wouldn't know. I'm in a band, a really famous band. Seriously, I've got chicks throwing themselves at me left and right, I don't know what to do anymore." He said with a fake dismayed look.

Bella laughed again. She wasn't surprised that they were friends. Jacob seemed exactly the kind of person she'd want in her life, as a friend. It's the boyfriend part that she was wondering about.

"It was great seeing you again, Bells. As soon as the tour's over, I'll be back for another visit and no one will be able to stop me then." Jacob said, sending a glare towards Edward who glared back.

As soon as Jacob was out the door, Bella turned on her unsuspecting husband.

"Alright, care to tell me what that was all about?" She said, hands on hips.

Edward ran his hand through his hair, a move that Bella found very familiar. Great, out of everything she wanted to remember about her life, she only remembers that?

"I just…didn't want you to be upset by anything. The doctor distinctly mentioned that any sudden exposure to past memories can cause you a setback."

Bella studied Edward for a minute.

"Nope, I'm not buying it. Why did you really not want him to talk to me?"

Edward sighed, looking very uncomfortable. He muttered something unintelligible.

"Excuse me? What was that?" Bella asked.

"I was jealous, okay?" He finally said.

Bella was shocked at his sudden outburst. She could've sworn Edward was the most even tempered guy in the universe. This must be a sore spot for him then.

"Jacob mentioned that he was my boyfriend?" Bella asked, wondering if she got that right.

Edward nodded.

"Is that why you're jealous? Because Jacob and I used to be together?"

"That's part of it." He answered.

"Well, if it makes you feel any better, I don't remember any of it." Bella tried to joke.

It seemed to work a little but when Bella saw the corner of Edward's mouth lift up in a half smile.

"I just wanted to keep you for myself a while longer," He explained, "What happened…the accident… It made me realize that we shouldn't waste any more time. Carpe diem, seize the day and all that." The way he looked when he talked about the accident made Bella ache to wrap her arm around him again.

"I think you're right." She agreed.

"Really?"

"Really. I was thinking about that. I decided maybe we should, like go on a second first date?" She asked, "You know just to get to know each other better. I think it might really help me get used to being with you more. I- If that's okay with you."

"That's more than okay with me," Edward grinned.

Bella couldn't help but smile back. His grin was infectious.

"I know that this whole thing's been totally unfair to you, I mean, it can't be fair having a wife who can't even remember your wedding…"

Edward cut her off by lifting her face with his hand, "No, don't. You have no idea how much I love you. Bella, I love you with every fiber of my being. I'd rather have you in my life, amnesia and all, than not at all. And if you never get your memory back, then we'll make new ones together."

Edward had become blurry through the middle of his speech due to the tears in my eyes. How could someone love another person so much? I couldn't even wrap my head around it. No wonder I married the guy. He was perfect. And I was going to do the best I can to be perfect for him too.

(A/N): Next chapter: Second First Date! Yay! :D

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