AN: I'm so sorry I was travelling back home and got super jet lagged.

But here's a new chapter, it's a little short but I wanted you all to have a little Edward to yourselves.

From Bella's POV ofcourse.

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Bella POV

I woke up to soft sheets wrapped around me. My head had sunk into the feathered pillow and I felt the coolness of the morning air.

I shifted and was assaulted by a rich musk fragrance with a hint of teakwood. I sighed. This dream felt too real.

If it was a dream, that is.

My eyes opened wide and I stared at the glass doors, I turned my head and saw the shelves of music, I rolled on my back and saw the white leather couch.

Oh shit.

Shit shit shit.

I cursed and ripped the blanket off me. I sat up straight, my eyes were puffy and I was sure I had a blocked nose. I listened quietly for any movement in the bathroom.

Who was I kidding, vampires literally make no sound.

So I waited to hear running water instead.

Nothing.

I felt my heart race a little. More out of embarrassment that I was in Edward's bed.

And we had kissed last night.

I was about to get off the bed when the door opened. I sat still against the headboard unaware of what to do.

My position was already awkward, It couldn't get worse than this.

He walked in with a tray in his hand. His hair beautifully dishevelled and his feet bare. He hadn't changed his pjs and his eyes were lighter.

"Ah, good you're up. Here, Esme had to head out to hunt so I made you something to satiate your hunger till she's back" he said smiling. He placed the tray on the bedside table and leaned in.

I watched him with worry but he quickly took my face in his hand and dropped a kiss on my forehead.

"Alice already arranged your stuff in the bathroom, take your time" he said walking out.

He shut the door lightly behind him and that's when I remembered to breathe again.

I rushed to the bathroom, it was grey tiled and slippery. I had to slow down my pace as I moved around.

I found my bag of toiletries on the sink counter and peeked at my reflection.

To say I was horrified was an understatement.

My hair was tangled in several ways, it got static because of the sheets, my eyes were red and puffy and my nose was more than 50 shades of pink.

I brushed my teeth and splashed a good amount of water to cleanse my face of it's tired look. I took my bag and headed downstairs to have a shower. The house was quiet and I was so glad I didn't bump into anyone on the way to the guestroom.

Edward was enough already to deal with on this particularly interesting morning.

Once I took a shower, I changed into some fresh clothes. A light sweater and leggings seemed like the only thing I packed but I still refused to look over at the pile of clothes Alice had left for me.

I walked back out and remembered I had left the tray of food Edward had got me back in his room.

I just hope I didn't offend him by not taking it.

I once again climbed the stairs towards his room and the door was open. He was sitting on the edge of his bed with a mug in his hand. The hot steam radiated from the cup. His head was turned towards the pillow where my head previously rested on.

I walked in and he looked at me with a slightly hopeful expression.

"I had to have a quick shower" I apologized. He smiled and walked towards me.

The mug had been placed between my palms. Edward took the plate of toast and eggs and led me back downstairs. He placed it on the kitchen island and I took my usual spot on the stool.

He sat across from me and very Carlisle-like took the morning newspaper to read.

I took a sip of the warm coffee, the burn down my throat was the best feeling. I dug into the eggs and toast and kept my headspace and eyes away from Edward Cullen.

I heard the front door open and turned to see Alice walk in with Jasper. She noticed me and headed straight in my direction.

Please don't ask Alice, please don't.

"Morning Bella! Slept well I bet?" She asked skipping in and poking Edward in the ribs. She smiled and winked at me.

I half covered my face with one hand while the other played with the eggs on my plate. She walked past us and down the hallway. I sneaked my eyes up to Edward and he was already looking at me.

He had the most genuinely apologetic look on his face.

And my heart felt heavy.

He mouthed 'I'm sorry' and I smiled at him.

I finished my food and tried to get past Edward to clean my plate. But during the tiny bicker the plate had dissapeared and returned clean.

I walked back to the living room. A little unsure of what to do, Edward seemed to be following my footsteps and I was a little awkward at every stance.

"Do you want to go outside ?" He offered when my back was turned to him.

I looked at him and who could deny that face anything. I nodded and he led me to the main door. I changed into shoes and we walked out towards the only trail I had been on.

But Edward had other plans. He took the opposite trail and I was hesitant.

The last time I went on a 'walk' with Edward, things didn't go so well.

But he had no idea that even happened.

He sensed my nervousness and came over to me.

"What's the matter?" He asked and I wasn't sure I could tell him.

I should tell him.

I walked a little ahead of him and he watched me curiously. I gulped and repeated the same words he had told me that afternoon.

"Come take a walk with me?" I asked.

And I saw his eyes loose me for a second.

He took my hand in his and led me towards the trail not taken.

We walked for a little while. Quiet and at human speed. Edward was in no hurry and I was pretending to look at the surroundings while my mind was captured by the way his hand held mine.

He held it protectively and my chest swelled up.

After 40 minutes of walking through the same trees and bushes I stopped.

Edward frowned.

"Where are we going?" I asked trying to catch my breath.

"Do you trust me?" He asked

I nodded after a pause but he noticed.

"Are you sure?" He asked raising an eyebrow.

"Yes"

"Then follow me, it's just a bit ahead" he said and then started walking again.

I stopped him.

"Can we take a break? My legs are killing me"

I saw him break into a smile. I took a seat on one of the thick logs of wood and Edward sat next to me.

"Oh shutup, we humans have stamina issues" I said when he kept smiling mockingly.

He chuckled.

"What?" I asked.

He returned back to his smile and shook his head. "Nothing Bella" he said looking ahead of the trail.

Edward was acting so weird.

We returned back on our path and finally reached a clearing. It was the edge of the cliff and the valley spread below.

The sun overcast light shadows on the valley and the waterfalls made a soothing sound as they fell from the mountains. The land was lush green and the flowers were blossoming at random.

But everything fit together, making the scene picturesque.

"Wow." I whispered.

"I know" Edward said from beside me.

I had no words, I took in every detail of what my eyes could see.

"It's what sold Esme to buy the property here"

I smiled "I'd buy property here in a heartbeat too"

Edward smiled as well.

He pointed down to a small section of the valley where it ascended uphill into dense forest.

"That's where we go hunt" he said and I nodded.

After a few minutes he offered to return back to the house.

"I want to be here for a little longer" I said.

He agreed but I told him if he wanted to return he was more than welcome to.

But he ignored me and took a seat on the grass. I sat next to him making sure to keep some distance.

"So..last night" I started knowing we couldn't avoid the topic.

After our kiss, I had broken into sobs and Edward had tried his best to comfort me. He had said words like "I'm here now", "I'm with you" but through my aching chest, all I remembered was drenching his tshirt with my tears.

He had held me in his arms till I fell asleep.

"Bella" he said in a serious tone. I looked at him.

"Don't overthink it." He muttered.

I bit my lip.

"I just..I thought it would help but I.." I said and he held my head and silenced me with a kiss on my temple.

I closed my eyes and felt his cold lips linger for a moment.

"Stop thinking about it" he whispered and I sighed.

"Okay.." I whispered and went back to looking at the view.

From time to time Edward would take my hand and drop a kiss on my knuckles. We spoke about everything and nothing.

We sat in comfortable silence and we enjoyed the small touches of electricity we felt.

The sun had cleared out and it was getting a little hot now.

"Come on let's head back" Edward said getting up and helping me.

I dusted some grass blades off my pants. Edward walked ahead and I laughed at the imprint of grass on his ass.

He turned to look at me confused but my reflex had already smacked him.

He dusted off the rest and I instantly retreated my hand embarrassed.

"I guess that could have come with a warning" Edward chuckled at my red face.

"It was spontaneous" I admitted

"You spontaneously touched my ass?" He asked raising an eyebrow and smirking.

"I didn't touch it! There were grass blades sticking to your jeans-"

"It's okay don't apologize for smacking me Bella" he said winking and walking ahead.

Ugh.

We got back to the house and Carlisle was by the porch. He had my phone in his hand and a rather perplexed look on his face.

"Bella, your father called. The phone went off thrice, I'm sure he's a little worried now" Carlisle said handing me my phone.

I noticed the look on Edward's face when Carlisle had approached him.

His eyes were a lighter brown with a hint of gold. He caught my gaze momentarily.

I gave Edward a small smile and left father and son alone to call mine.

Next chapter tomorrow!

Reality finally knocks on Bella's door.

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