Title: Sometimes Love Is Forever

Author: Princessinblues

Summary: : Bella and Edward are childhood sweethearts, have always grown up together. When something's tear them apart, will their love last forever?

BPOV (Bella POV)

The waters started to decrease, and I was pulled to the surface finally able to breathe. I could hear various sounds, but all of them at a low volume.

Edward talked to me, I so badly wanted to wake up, but my body wouldn't let me.

I felt guilty for all the hurt I'd put on everyone. My breathing regulated and I felt myself getting slightly warmer, almost ready to thaw. When I was ready to wake up, all I saw was bright lights.

Am I in a hospital? No, I'm in Edward's room. I felt something holding my hand, and I turned my head slowly and saw it was Edward. I smiled and started to have problems breathing again.

Edward stiffened and woke up. "Dad! Dad!" He yelled. Carlisle came in with an asthma inhaler, and put it in my mouth.

I felt better afterwards. "Welcome back, Bella!" Carlisle smiled.

"How do you feel, Bella?" Edward asked, his eyes brightening. "Better," I spoke a little groggy.

"That's good, Esme will be up in a few minutes with chicken noodle soup," Carlisle spoke. My stomach was growling so I happily nodded. Carlisle walked out of the room, and Edward smiled.

He kissed me everywhere on my face. "Thank God you came back to me. Don't do that ever again," Edward spoke.

"Never," I promised. "I'm so sorry, love. I'm sorry I was yelling at you," Edward apologized. "It's okay, just know I'm not as breakable as you think I am," I reminded.

"I'll keep that in mind. But my protectiveness of you is showing that I care, Bella." Edward explained. "Thank you, by protectiveness, you mean over protectiveness, right?" I asked, teasing.

"I don't consider it over protectiveness," He replied lightly kissing my forehead. "Can I please get this oxygen mask off of me?" I asked, trying to pry it off. "Hold on for a minute." Edward spoke, his hands stopping mine. I sighed deeply and leaned back into his bed.

"Thanks for letting me use your bed," I responded leaning against the soft pillows. "It was the least I could do," Edward whispered, holding my hand in his. Esme came in with her signature smile holding a warm bowl of soup.

"Bella, I'm so happy you're awake, here's your soup," Esme smiled laying the bowl carefully in my hands. "Thank you it looks delicious," I replied, looking into the warm sweet smelling soup.

"I hope it is," Esme responded, walking out the door. I dipped my spoon into the broth and started taking sips of my soup.

"Is it too hot?" Edward asked, cautiously. "No, it's perfect temperature," I replied breathlessly. "That's wonderful, eat slowly, Bella." Edward reminded me, eyeing my large portions.

"Oh, right," I responded embarrassed and blush coloring my cheeks. "I missed your blush, Bella," Edward remarked, touching my cheek gently. "I missed you," I replied. "So I'm forgiven?" Edward asked, his face pleading.

"Yes," I nodded. His face and eyes brightened and he kissed my cheek. "Thank you," Edward spoke happily. "You're welcome," I nodded as I ate my soup.

"Bella, how bad is your asthma?" Edward asked randomly. At his question, I stopped and thought for a moment. "I guess it's moderate. I haven't had an attack for a while," I replied. Edward gave me a look.

"Since this morning," I corrected myself. "My symptoms sometimes flare up, and I should be on a controller medicine, but Renee is forgetful," I added.

"Maybe my Dad could refer you to a specialist," Edward suggested. "That's a great idea, I'll run it by him the next time he comes in," I agreed. "Which I believe is in a few minutes," Edward said.

"And you are right, Edward!" Carlisle chimed in coming through the doorway with a medical bag. "How are you feeling, Bella?" Carlisle asked, checking my vitals.

"Better," I replied. "It seems you're on the mend, a very lucky girl you are," Carlisle informed after checking them.

"Great," I spoke. "I prescribe bed rest for the next few days, so you can rest and improve, and lots of fluids. Your body temperature is finally at its normal temperature," Carlisle spoke joyously.

"Now is there anything I can get for my favorite patient?" Carlisle asked, putting his things away. "Well, I was wondering if you knew an asthma specialist, I think I should be on a controller medicine," I responded.

"Of course, I'm sure Doctor Mendez can help you there," Carlisle responded. "Now, I believe you have some guests, Bella," Carlisle added.

Alice, Renee, and Charlie popped in.

"Oh, Bella, I'm so glad you're here! Edward was totally freaking out, but I stayed calm," Alice spoke, giving me a light hug.

"I'm glad to be here, and thanks for helping Edward find me," I responded. "You're welcome; I mean who else would I have to go shopping with? Or do makeovers on?" Alice replied her eyes curious.

"I'm sure there's tons more girls that would love it," I replied rolling my eyes. "Yes, but I only have one sister, besides Rose who's in college," Alice replied her eyes begging. "No makeovers for the next few days," I moaned.

"Bella, you're no fun," Alice crossed her arms over her chest.

"Alice, honey, Bella needs rest," Renee reminded.

"You're sister's been through hell and back," Charlie agreed. Renee gave him a look. "Oh yeah, no cussing, sorry Renee," Charlie remembered.

"I'm glad you're better, Bells." Charlie spoke. "I missed you, Dad," I spoke smiling. "Missed you too, Bells," Charlie smiled. "I missed you so much, Bella, you gave me a heart attack!" Renee spoke, giving me a hug.

"Mom," I winced as she contacted an injury. "I'm so sorry!" Renee replied, touching my forehead, a place that was not hurt. "It's fine, Mom." I assured her with a yawn. "Bella's tired, c'mon let's let her sleep," Charlie realized.

"Yes, a good idea. Bella, get some sleep, we love you, sweetie." Renee agreed, touching my hand as she left. "Feel better, Bells." Charlie nodded to me.

"Get some sleep, sis," Alice agreed. I nodded and said my goodbyes. "Now why don't you get some rest," Edward suggested pulling my blankets around me. "I guess," I yawned closing my eyes.

"I love you," I murmured. "I love you, too, Bella. Always," Edward whispered his promise in my ear before giving me one last kiss before sleep claimed me again. I felt safe, in Edward's arms, and I knew through thick and thin we'd always be together. (I was going to end it there, but that would be really pathetic.)

A few years later, once I was finished with College, things were turning up for the both of us. Edward was becoming a doctor, and working through medical school.

Somehow, I kept my dream of becoming an author alive. Everyday I would write the draft to my novel. Of course, it wasn't very good, no matter how much Edward assured me it was.

Alice's dreams to open a fashion store stayed alive, she moved to New York.

Jasper interestingly enough became a lawyer after a tour in Iraq. Rosalie and Emmett married a year after college, and had one child; Robert. While I was pondering this, I was in my apartment reading Wuthering Heights for the thousandth time.

In addition to being a freelance writer, I also worked for a local publishing company, editing novels. Moving from Forks was one of the hardest things imaginable.

Forks were all I knew, it had the places I loved, the people I loved, and memories that would never fade.

New York was a large busy city; it definitely took some getting used to, all the sky scrapers and smog. This didn't help my asthma.

Luckily I was on a controller medicine so my symptoms didn't flare up that much. At that moment, it was raining. The rain reminded me of Forks. My mind traced back to Edward, my loyal boyfriend.

We'd been dating for eight years, each day had been wonderful. Edward was always my rock, the one who pushed me on through my doubts.

I encouraged Edward's move to New York for medical school, and ultimately, job. Figuring I was being a slouch, I headed back to my laptop and started reading the manuscript the Publishing firm had sent me.

Out of the corner of my eye I saw a brown paper bag. Oh, no. The brown paper bag was Edward's lunch! I shrugged on my coat, and left my work on the computer for another time.

I grabbed the brown paper bag and went started sprinting out of the apartment complex. I drove to the hospital he currently worked at, he was a newbie there. As soon as I got into the hospital I went to the receptionist.

"Hello, I have Dr. Edward Cullen's lunch," I spoke breathlessly. The receptionist gave me a hard glare before her expression softened.

"Bella Swan! Hi, alright, I'll deliver this to him." Nancy spoke. "Thank you," I murmured. As I turned out, I saw Edward coming in with his assistant, Tanya.

Tanya was talking nonstop to him, and he listened nodding his head. I tried to catch his eye.

"Bella!" Edward smiled walking over to me. He gave me a quick kiss, which made Tanya grimace and rolling her eyes. "What's the occasion that I get to see you?" Edward asked, gleefully.

"You left your lunch at my apartment," I explained giving him the brown bag. "You have impeccable timing; I was on my way to lunch." Edward chuckled as he put the brown bag in his hand.

"Well thank you, I truly do try." I replied, teasing. "How is your day so far?" Edward asked, putting an arm around my waist. "I should probably be asking you that. It's been alright, I've been editing so far." I responded.

"How's editing coming?" Edward asked, curiosity sparkling in his eyes. "Alright, it's taking me a long time. So how's work been?" I asked as we sat down in the cafeteria.

"Routine, I might be given a promotion," Edward replied, with my favorite crooked smile. "Edward, that's wonderful, you definitely deserve one!" I spoke, my eyes widening.

"Thank you, love." Edward spoke, kissing my lips gently. I kissed him back, and then we pulled away. "I have to go, Bella. I'll see you later, I love you." Edward spoke standing up, taking my hand.

"I love you, too." I nodded as I looked at his face. He kissed me softly then ran out the door back to work. I found I was still blushing and strangely there was something left in my hand.

I looked down at the papery object. In my hand were two plane tickets to...Fork? My heart jumped at the thought of going back to Forks.

I studied them for a good five minutes before realizing the plane tickets were dated for Saturday. Saturday was only a few days away! I was about to call Edward before I realized he was at work.

I went out of the hospital and dashed to my car. As soon as I got home, I started editing again. After a few yawns and many corrections later, I heard my phone ring, and I rolled my chair over so I could get the phone.

"Hello, this is Bella," I greeted. "

"Bella, it's Edward. I'm off work now, so where do you want to go?" Edward asked. "Well, my apartment is...decent," I replied as I looked around the room. "Okay, so do you want me to bring over dinner?" Edward asked.

"No, no, I can make it. I better get started." I spoke as I put the phone on speaker so I could start hustling in the kitchen. "Alright, I'll be over there in about thirty minutes," Edward responded.

"Bye," I spoke. "Bye, love," Edward said a quick goodbye. I whipped up some spaghetti and I looked around my apartment to make sure things are spotless.

After straightening a few pillows on the couch, and starting to set the table I heard a knock at the door. I opened it. "Hello, Bella," Edward smiled, holding a bouquet of flowers in his hands.

"Edward, they're beautiful," I gasped as he handed them to be before giving me a kiss. "Not as beautiful as you. Sorry I was late, I was buying these," Edward explained.

"No problem, the table's set for dinner, you can grab as much as you like." I told him. He took a plate and sat down across from me at the table.

"Edward, why did you give me plane tickets?" I asked him, before taking a bite of my spaghetti. "Well, they're for both of us, and I was hoping we could go home to Forks to visit our families," Edward replied, his eyes hopeful.

"Absolutely, but it's on Saturday, and you have to work," I reminded. "I got the weekend off, so we're leaving Friday. Is that alright?" Edward asked. I nodded. "I don't have any plans for the weekend," I agreed.

"Great, I'm thrilled, Bella," Edward spoke, with a smile. "Me too, I haven't been home in forever..." I trailed off. "I knew you were homesick, so I figured I'd take you home," Edward verified.

"And it for our anniversary," Edward pointed out. "That's so sweet, Edward." I gushed. Edward's lips curled a smile, and he took my hand. "Anything for you," Edward grinned. Blush colored my cheeks and he touched my cheek.

"I love it when you blush," Edward breathed. "You're going to make me turn into a fire hydrant," I uttered. "I wouldn't mind, it looks lovely on you," Edward complemented.

"Thank you," I answered. After dinner, I sat down on the couch. "Are you tired?" Edward asked, softly as he saw my eyes droop. "A little," I confessed, holding back a yawn.

"Would you like to sleep?" Edward implied. "No, I'm okay," I responded. "Bella, you're tired. You've had a long day," Edward coaxed. "I'm fine," I shook my head. "Bella, please get your sleep," Edward begged softly.

"I'm fine, seriously," I assured him. "Bella..." Edward warned. "Fine, I'll close my eyes for a moment," I spoke as I lay on the couch. Edward pulled me into his arms; I pressed my head against his chest. Edward kissed my forehead. I fell asleep for a while, and then woke up.

"Bella, love, I have to leave now." Edward whispered. I moaned and rolled over. "Oh, hi," I blushed. "Sorry I fell asleep on you," I blurted.

"Don't apologize, I love watching you sleep." Edward spoke, kissing my forehead. "I have to go now, I love you." Edward whispered, kissing my cheek.

"Love you, too," I replied sluggishly. Edward carried me to bed, and then left. I would have to thank him later, but right now I was sleep deprived.

Shutting my eyes, I drifted off to dreamland. When I woke up, I had the feeling that I'd overslept. I stretched and looked at the alarm clock at my bedside. My senses were right, I'd overslept.

In haste I threw on some regular clothes and started working on the manuscript, and finished it. After a month, I was finished editing it. I smiled at my accomplishment and mailed it away to the respective author.

After calling Renee and Charlie telling them Edward and I would visit them on Saturday, I started writing my own novel. Eventually when I felt like I had enough written for that day, I cleaned my apartment and started packing.

Packing was always a challenge for me, this time I didn't have Alice scrutinizing my every move. Alice and Jasper were away on their honeymoon. The wedding was beautiful and mirrored Alice in every way.

Everyone in our families came, even my nephew Robert was the ring bearer.

After packing, I lay down on the couch, and started reading Wuthering Heights again. I twirled my hair around my finger as I read, and time flew by. Edward came and had dinner with me, and I realized the next we'd leave.

Our plane ride was scheduled for ten o clock in the morning, so it was going to another dreadfully early morning.

The next morning I literally did a mad dash to make sure I had everything, and met Edward at the airport, apparently he had an errand to run.

So while I was waiting and reading at a check point, Edward popped beside me. "Hello, love. Sorry I was late; I had an errand to run." Edward spoke, giving me a quick peck on the lips.

"It's fine, so how was work yesterday?" I inquired. "It was fine, very routine. What did you do yesterday?" Edward replied, questioning me. "Well, I finished editing a manuscript, and then had a wonderful dinner with my amazing boyfriend." I replied, slightly teasing.

"I had dinner with my beautiful and amazing girlfriend," Edward replied, successfully making me blush.

THEY'RE TRIP IS IN THE NEXT CHAPTER. Isn't fluff wonderful? I think so. :). Please review.

-PIB (Princessinblues)