A/N: Yup, I suck at regular updates. In my defense I work in public education and the end of the year sucks. When we last left our fierce ho she was downing a drink in the hallway and Edward was on his way.

Sunshine and rainbows and Spaghetti O's to Erica. She is the reason the chapter is done.

I don't usually throw songs in with my chapters but I was awake most of last night and two songs came on the ipod that I just really liked and thought were a good fit.

I own neither the songs nor the characters. I do however own an addiction to sing-a-longs.


Chapter 7

Song for Bella and Edward – Ugly Side by Blue October

I'm able to breathe a sweet relief

Now that you're here for me

A northern degree dove into me

Now I'm recovering

I only want you to see

My favorite part of me

And not my ugly side

And not my ugly side

Song for Alice and Jasper – I'll Back You Up – The Dave Matthews Band

And your lips burn wild

Thrown from the face of a child

And in your eyes

The seeing of the greatest view

Do what you will, always

Walk where you like, your steps

Do as you please, I'll back you up

(APOV)

I fucking love Mondays. I do. I truly do.

People think I'm crazy for loving Mondays, but I don't give a shit. Monday is the beginning of the week. It holds nothing but anticipation and possibility and beginnings. This Monday was shaping up to be a particularly good one. I hadn't seen Jasper since Saturday, and all of my lady parts were shriveling in sadness. I continued getting ready for my day, every one of my nerve endings firing in anticipation. In my haste I nearly put on a simple bra and undie set. Pssh.

Better be prepared. Somehow I don't think the boy scouts had a hot pink thong with matching bra in mind when they coined the phrase be prepared.

I slipped on the hot, little number and immediately felt sexier. I was going to get some break room love today. Speaking of the lovins…

What a cluster-fuck Saturday had been. From the moment I headed out for my date with Jasper I knew Saturday would be pivotal. I just couldn't escape the feeling that something big was happening for both Bella and me. For me, that something big lived in Jasper's heart, and his pants. Saturday night he told me he loved me. We had only known each other for a short time but it just didn't matter. Time was not a factor for us. We fit together, and telling him I loved him was the easiest thing I had ever done. There was also the life altering, mind blowing sex. That was pretty easy too.

The evening started with Jasper taking me to dinner. Actually, he made me dinner. He pulled out his Momma's fried chicken recipe, and we had a picnic on the balcony of his apartment. He shared his place with his step brother who was thankfully out for the night. We ate and talked and as a moment of perfect silence descended on the evening, I gazed up at the twinkling stars, and the fucker busted out with, "I love you."

I of course did what any other girl would've done. I kissed him as hard as I could, told him I loved him too, and depantsed him in one fluid movement. We made love on his balcony, and I can't be positive, but I'm pretty sure he proposed when he came. I would ignore it for now, only because he doesn't have to propose; he already has me, forever.

Eventually the love bubble popped, and we had to get moving in order to make it to his step brother's show. In the car I started to get the tingles. When we arrived at the club, I broke out into goose-bumps. When I noticed Bella across the bar, I wasn't surprised at all. I thought this explained the feeling I had been having. I was wrong. In one rare moment my uncanny ability to see what was coming fell short. My radar had been jammed, I hate raspberry jam.

I knew about Jasper's sister and her husband. When he threw their names around it always filled me with a sense of recognition that I couldn't place. Jasper told me about his roommate and step brother Edward. In a rare moment of obliviousness, it never occurred to me that it might be Bella's Edward. I also knew that Jasper's father was none other than Dr. Cullenicious. I was going to tell Bella at the bar that night but when the shit hit the fan, it no longer seemed like a good idea. I knew she could handle the good doc being Jasper and Rose's father, but the minute Edward became part of the equation, things changed.

The fact that I was almost as surprised as Bella was on Saturday night could only be explained by the sex stupor Jasper cloaked me in. The moment Edward sauntered his hot little ass on stage, I thought for sure Bella would be a goner. When she got called up on stage, I thought for sure she was going to cave and dry hump him in front of God and everyone. I had never been so happy to be wrong in my entire life. Bella surprised us all. I was so proud of her fucking awesome behavior on that piano. I swear I shed a tear. She could have fallen victim to his dazzlement, but she didn't. My bitch stood up for herself, and it was the hottest thing I had ever seen another girl do.

After Bella ran off, Rosalie and I gave her a few minutes to have a little come to Jebus with Edward before we swooped in and saved her from herself. She surprised me again by already sauntering, well wobbling, away from Edward when we arrived. Her head was held high, but I could see the tell tale signs of hurt in her eyes. There was some additional moisture, a bit of a red hue around the edges, and a furious blink to keep the tears at bay. Edward stood in the hallway and watched her walk away. He looked like a lost little boy. A lost little boy who was only lost because his mother left him in the forest for being a jackass.

Rosalie and I got Bella up to our apartment just in time for her to pass out. We got her in bed, and I invited Rosalie to spend the night. She called Emmett letting him know she wouldn't be home. I could hear through the phone that he sounded grateful to her. I knew how important Emmett was to Bella; I could only assume he felt the same way about her.

Rosalie and I talked until we couldn't keep our eyes open. She told me all about her childhood and her family. She told me how hard it was when her mother remarried. She spoke of Jasper with so much love in her voice, I hoped she could hear it in mine as well. She described to me Jasper and Edward's close relationship and Edward and Carlisle's distant one. Bella was thus far out of the loop here, but I was glad to have the additional insight.

Apparently, Carlisle wanted and expected Edward to go to medical school. When Edward chose music over medicine, it broke his father's heart. Rosalie was confident that Carlisle only wanted the best for Edward, but his cold behavior towards his son was starting to affect the family, and it was pissing Rose off. When Jasper decided to go to medical school, Carlisle was thrilled. According to Rose, this was when emo Edward started to shine.

He got all angsty and withdrew into his music. She was certain that had he not been sharing an apartment with Jasper, they would never see him. It sounded like Jasper worked hard to keep Edward a part of the family, and I loved him more for it.

Sunday morning came and went, and Bella eventually strolled out of bed around 2 in the afternoon. Rose and I had been lounging on the couch and assaulted her for the story the moment she plopped down between us.

"So…" I started with a gentle prodding, Rose not so much.

"What the fuck happened Bella?"

She ran her hands over her face and took a deep breath before answering.

"Edward found me pretty quickly after I left the stage. We just stood there staring at each other. Eventually I gave up and as I started to leave, he grabbed my wrist."

(JPOV)

"So you found her in the hall and then…" I motioned my hand in an attempt to convey my lack of patience. Get on with it already.

"I found her in the hallway, and she was obviously drunk. Jas, she is so beautiful. She was standing there in this amazing black dress; her face was flushed, and her eyes were wide. It took every ounce of willpower in me not to push her up against the wall and convince her to forgive me."

His eyes glazed over, and it was obvious he was allowing himself the image. I punched him hard. I was sitting way to close to him for that shit. His eyes cleared and became sad. I patted him on the shoulder hoping to provide some comfort before heading into the kitchen to grab a couple of beers.

As I reached into the fridge, I saw the left over fried chicken, and I couldn't stop the smile that spread across my face. Alice was amazing. More than that, she was amazing and sexy and smart and spunky and live music and a cold beer and all of the things that were right in the world all wrapped up into one perfect little package. It was difficult to remember her short stature. She carried herself with such grace and confidence. I envied her, and quite honestly I wanted to be her when I grew up. Telling her I loved her was the easiest thing I'd ever done.

Listening to Edward's story on the other hand…

Our relationship was a good one. After I decided to become a doctor, I was worried what it would do to us. Edward's connection to his father was badly damaged when he opted out of going to medical school. My relationship with Carlisle only grew stronger. Edward never let that affect how he behaved towards me. We talked about it once when I was first accepted to med school. He convinced me that he could never begrudge me for following my passion. After all, that's what he was doing. He never wanted to be a hypocrite.

Saturday night was, interesting. After Bella ran off stage, I did everything I could to keep my fellow tablemates calm. Emmett was clearly ready to beat the shit out of Edward, and Rosalie wasn't far behind him. I loved Edward, but the look on Bella's face told me he deserved a good ass whoopin'. We all turned to Alice, and she filled us in on the basic story, not wanting to reveal too much and betray her friend's confidence.

Did I mention how much I love that girl?

Eventually Alice and Rose went to rescue Bella. Before she left, she brought her perfect lips up to my ear and told me she loved me. She also grabbed my crotch. I choked on my drink, and she scurried off through the club with Rose. A few minutes later Edward returned to the stage to finish his set. He closed with Hero/Heroine. He looked like he truly needed to be saved. I had a feeling Bella was the only one who could do it.

I headed back towards the couch and handed Edward his beer. He took a long pull before continuing his story.

"She was challenging me. She knew I was wrong, and she was challenging me to go first. I almost couldn't do it. She started walking away, and in a desperate move I grabbed her wrist."

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"Edward, if you have something to say, you better just say it."

"I need to apologize to you, but sorry hardly seems like an appropriate word. I should have responded."

"Thanks, captain obvious. I'm aware of all of the shoulda coulda wouldas of the world."

"Bella, I am so sorry... After that night… That night was just… the way your lips felt against mine. I haven't stopped thinking about you. Not once. I was worried that once you found out who my father was you would disappear. I still am."

"What does your father have anything to do with anything? You know what Edward, I am drunk and angry and I can't talk to you right now."

"Bella don't go."

"I have to. You have my number."

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(APOV)

"Bella, I can't believe you were able to kiss him again and still walk away."

"I couldn't walk away without kissing him again. It was short, but I needed him to know that despite my anger, he should call. Despite everything I want him to call. Does that make me a complete idiot?"

Bella threw her head back against the couch and took a deep breath. She looked tired, a little hopeful, and a lot defeated. I ached for my best friend.

"Has he made any contact at all?" A small smile crept up on her face, and she handed her phone to me. I scanned through the messages and read them aloud.

Just wanted to make sure my phone worked – E

I'm going to call you tomorrow night – E

I miss you – E

You looked amazing last night – E

Just wanted to make sure my phone was still working – E

My phone is charging. Plug yours in. – E

"Well the little jackass is persistent isn't he? Bella, I've known Edward a long time. He's a good guy under all the charm and hair but don't make this too easy on him." A mischievous look filled Rose'e face, she was going to be a great ally.

My phone buzzed, bringing me back to my Monday. It was a text from Jasper.

I love you. Drive carefully. See you in a few.

Have I mentioned how much I love that man?

After the Sunday revelations, Edward did call. Bella took the call in her bedroom, and we haven't had a chance to talk yet. She was already at the hospital for her shift, and I intended on cornering her for the details.

I'll never tell her that I could hear her side of the conversation.

(JPOV)

Edward did call Bella. I didn't mean to overhear, I just couldn't help it.

***********************

"Hello?"

"Bella, it's Edward."

"Hi."

"Hi. Did you get my texts?"

"Yes."

"I'm sorry Bella. There is so much I want to tell you. Can we start over?"

"Start over?"

"Yeah, like from the beginning. I really want to earn you, Bella."

"Bella? Say something please."

"Hi. My name is Bella Swan. I'm new in town."

"Hi. I'm Edward Cullen. I'm a musician, and I'd love to take you to dinner tomorrow night."

"My, aren't we forward. We only just met."

"While that may be true, I have a good feeling about you. I don't think you'll end up a serial killer or anything."

"Edward?"

"Yeah?"

"I'm glad you called."

"Me too. Bella?"

"Yeah?"

"I'm glad you answered. It truly is a pleasure to meet you."

"This seems right. Things happened really quickly the other night. I will go to dinner to with you, but you should know this doesn't make everything alright."

"I know Bella. I owe you about a million and one explanations. I think we'll have to spend quite a bit of time together in order for me to share them all with you."

"Let's start with dinner."

"You sound tired. I'll pick you up tomorrow? 6?"

"That sounds perfect. Edward?"

"Yeah?"

"I'll see you tomorrow."

"Tomorrow Bella. Goodnight."

"Goodnight."

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(APOV)

I got to the hospital and immediately noticed Bella embracing Dr. Cullen. He had a huge smile on his face and while I couldn't see her face, her posture indicated comfort. I was pretty damn sure they weren't discussing Edward. I had to assume that Bella had confronted him about their history. She had no idea how connected to him she really was. After the events of the weekend, I wasn't surprised Bella hadn't had a chance to process the fact that Edward had the same last name as the good doc.

I reported for duty, spent some time gossiping with the nursing, and moved on to the patients. I knew Jasper was around here somewhere, and I needed to get through my morning patients if I was going to have some free time.

I needed free time.

My first patient was a teenage smart ass who got into a fight at school and needed some stitches.

"Hi, I'm Dr. Brandon. I'm going to be stitching you up today. It'll probably sting a little."

"Whatever. Just fix my God damned face so I can go on with my God damned day." This was a feisty one. Two could play at this game.

"Careful who you mess with, I'll stitch a smiley face into your God damned forehead." That did the trick.

"Sorry, I've just had a really shitty day, and a really shitty week, and really shitty life."

"Want to tell me what happened?"

"There is this kid at school, he's really quiet and people pick on him. Today, I just snapped. This football-playing douche bag kept throwing shit at him, and I couldn't watch anymore. The guy was bigger than me, but I've got three older brothers, so I knew I could take him. Before the teacher could stop me, I was out of my seat and wailing on the dude. He got in a couple hits obviously, but I kicked his ass. It felt really good."

"I bet it did. I'm sure he never saw you coming."

"Yeah, that's for damn sure."

"You seem sad."

"Well, the guy, the quiet one, I think he's pissed at me now."

"I see. Why do you think that?"

"You should've seen the look on his face." I looked over my patient's head and saw a tall, lanky boy standing off to the side, watching us intently.

"What does he look like?"

"Why do you ask?"

"Is he tall and trim with short, brown hair and blue eyes?"

"Yeah. How did you know that?"

"He's here."

"Oh shit."

"Listen. You're a chick who beat the shit out of a dude. You can handle your crush. I have a pretty good feeling everything is going to work out between you two. I'm all done here, can I bring him over? You'll be fine. I promise." She smiled and nodded. I finished up with her stitches and grabbed Mr. Awkward. I really am fucking awesome.

After a successful morning of patients, I was growing increasingly horny and was in desperate need of a little attention. I finally got a text from Jasper.

Break room #2. 5min.

Done, done, and done.

I walked into the break room first. I was a few minutes early, so I took the opportunity to adjust my boobs, fix my hair, and check the bed for sturdiness.

I was facing away from the window when he came in. He came up right behind me and wrapped his long lean arms around my waist. I leaned into him and could feel him bring his mouth to my ear.

"I've missed you all day." His tongue ran over the outside of my ear, ending in a bite on my earlobe. I turned to face him, and his lips met mine.

We found our way to the bed. We used our words to describe our passion and lust, and our bodies to show our love and admiration.

I fucking love Mondays.


A/N: So what did you think? How did you feel about the POVs?

Because I like living in Edward's head I wrote the hallway conversation through the phone call with Bella in his POV also. You'll find it in the next chapter. Go read it! :)