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Chapter Nine
Bella and Edward were inseparable. They were in newlywed bliss that couldn't be spoiled by anything…or so they thought. After nearly two weeks of being alone together the door bell chimed causing the couple to look up in confusion. Edward reluctantly rose from his place in the library and answered the door. There stood his very excited sister who pushed past Edward without as much as a hello.
"Well, good afternoon to you too," Edward grumbled as he led Alice to the library where Bella sat completely lost in the book she was reading.
"Bella," Alice squealed wrapping her arms around a dumbfounded Alice. "Come on, get up we have some shopping to do."
"Alice, what in heaven's name are you talking about? I don't need anything."
"Of course you do. You need a dress for the Halloween ball. There are only a few weeks and I want to make sure that we have everything ready at least two weeks prior, which means we are running out of time. I have given you and your husband enough time to be alone, now I am claiming you for the afternoon."
Bella looked over at Edward with widened eyes. She remembered her last shopping trip with Alice and she cringed to even think about doing it again.
"Alice I know nothing of a ball. Besides I have plenty of things here I can wear. I don't need to go out and buy a new dress every time something comes up. It's just a waste of money."
Alice's mouth hung open as she gaped at Bella. She slowly looked between a smug Edward and back to Bella before she closed her mouth.
"Bella, I don't think you quite understand. The Halloween ball is the ball of the year. It's a masquerade and everyone will be there."
Bella bit her bottom lip not realizing it was that big of an affair. Edward sighed and shook his head kissing Bella's head.
"As will they all be at the Christmas ball and the New Years Ball, the valentines ball and every other ball the city has to offer throughout the year," Edward said hoping to ease Bella's panic.
Besides I think this year we will be skipping the ball and enjoying our time away as newlyweds. I am planning on taking my bride away for a few weeks.
Alice grinned. "Well, when you put it that way…I expect a niece or nephew very shortly then. I know mama and papa are hoping for a little on very soon as well. So chop to it."
Bella had just taken a sip of tea and nearly choked on it and Alice's words. Edward quickly made his way back to his wife to make sure she was alright before glaring at his beaming sister.
"Alice, that is highly inappropriate. You should not be speaking of such things; especially with me in the room."
Alice merely waved her hand as to brush off his words. "Really Edward, it's not that big of a deal. Mama and I already have spoken with Bella about marital activities. It's not as if she hasn't heard it from me before. And you're a doctor and should know better than any of us that it is only natural."
Bella was embarrassed her face was a dark shade of scarlet and tears welled in her eyes.
"Please excuse me," she whispered as she made her way from the room.
Alice looked after Bella and felt horribly guilty. She didn't mean to embarrass her. She bit her lip and hung her head. "I'll go talk to her," she sighed.
"I don't think that's such a good idea right now," Edward snapped. "I think you have said enough for now."
Alice nodded her head and made her way to the front door and let herself out.
Edward quickly made his way to his chamber to find Bella crumpled to the floor, tears streaming down her pale cheeks.
"Oh Bella, my love," Edward cooed as he pulled Bella into his arms and rocked her gently.
"Pay no mind to what Alice says. Sometimes that girl has no filter."
Bella shook her head. "I don't fit in here," she cried. "I don't belong in this world."
Edward's breathing stopped. "What are you saying?" he asked panicked.
"I'll never be good enough for you. I don't enjoy fancy balls or shopping. Money means nothing to me."
"Bella, none of that matters to me. In fact it makes me happy that those things don't matter because I hate going to those stuffy balls as well and money is only a means to keep you happy. I would live in poverty if it meant you were happy."
"Edward," Bella pulled away. "Do I please you in the ways a wife should please her husband?" She looked away as she said the words; a deep blush coloring her neck and cheeks. All she ever wanted to do was make Edward happy. She enjoyed their marital activities very much, but she still wasn't sure if she was doing everything on her end to make it pleasurable for him.
Edward kissed Bella hard and with passion. He gripped her hand and placed it over his manhood that was now straining against his trousers. "Bella, cant you feel how happy you make me? How much you please me? Only you can do this to me my love."
Edward slowly kissed down Bella's jaw bone and down her neck. He slowly unbuttoned her blouse and pushed it down her shoulders. He kissed the top of her breasts and he unlaced her corset agonizingly slow. Bella's head lulled back and her eyes closed in pleasure. Her breasts soon sprung free only to be captured by her husband's warm mouth. She moaned in pleasure and he bit down on her taunt nipple.
Bella made quick work of Edward's shirt pushing it aside to kiss down his neck and torso. He groaned his pleasure before quickly picking her up and bringing her to the bed. He quickly removed her skirt and petticoat and knickers. Slowly he kissed down her body and back up again.
"You are the only one that can cause this reaction in me."
Edward quickly rid himself of his trousers and und underpants. He grabbed Bella's hand and placed it on his erect member; groaning in pleasure as her small hand grasped it and slowly moved pumping him with curious motions.
"You and only you can make me feel like this; feel like a real man."
Bella bit her lower lip and lowered her eyes to his penis. She wondered what he would taste like. If he tasted as good as his lips did.
She slowly pushed Edward back. Instantly he stopped massaging her breasts and kissing her neck and sat back.
"Bella, is something the matter?"
She only looked at him and bit her lip, pushing him onto his back. Edward looked at his wife in confusion as she kissed down his body as he had previously done to her. She hesitated as she reached his very erect penis before softly kissing the tip.
Edward groaned in pleasure and through his head back against the pillows.
"Bella, you don't have to do this."
She smiled lightly before taking him into her mouth slowly and humming in pleasure. The vibrations sent thrills of pleasure through Edward and he moaned out Bella's name. Grabbing onto the back of her hair he helped her set a rhythm that he liked. Bella bobbed her head up and down using her tongue to massage him as she did so. She used one of her hands to rub what she couldn't fit into her small mouth.
Edward moaned again bucking his hips into her mouth.
"Bella you have to stop love. I need to be in you when I release."
Edward rolled Bella onto her back and slammed into her. She cried out in pleasure. Edward lifted her leg over his shoulder and pushed into her harder than he had ever done before. She had released a need in him that he had never known before and both of them were benefitting from it.
Edward reached down and rubbed Bella's clit sending her over the edge harder than she had yet. She screamed out Edwards's name. Her back lifting off the bed and he called her name in pure pleasure. They both fell to the bed covered in sweat and completely happy.
"That's what you do to me love," Edward whispered. "You are the only one that can please me in such a way."
He leaned down and kissed Bella before they both drifted off into beautiful dreams.
The following morning Edward awoke before the sun to ready the carriage and pack their needed belongings for their trip that he hoped would please his bride. As the sun was just rising above the trees he made his way back to their chamber and woke Bella with light kisses along her neck and cheeks.
"Bella, you need to wake up. We have a long day in front of us. You need to get dressed."
Bella yawned and stretched as she rolled over to face Edward, confusion gracing her features.
"Where are we going?" she asked.
"It's a surprise. Just trust me and get dressed. Oh and make sure it's your warmest dress."
Bella nodded and quickly got ready. She put on her thick wool dress and her heaviest undergarments followed by a shawl. She slipped on her winter boots and grabbed her hat before quickly making her way down stairs to meet her husband in the dining room.
Angela had made a quick breakfast of eggs, sausage, fruit, and juice so they could quickly head out.
"How long have you been awake darling," Bella asked as she ate.
"Before the sun. I wanted to make sure that all was ready when I woke you so we could get on the road as quickly as possible. It's a day's drive and I want to make sure that we make it before the sun sets."
Bella nodded her head and quickly finished her meal before being led to the carriage. Edward helped her into her seat and quickly took his place next to her. Before the left he tucked a blanket tightly around her.
"If you get cold I brought more. Just tell me."
"I will; thank you."
Edward leaned over and kissed her as he snapped the reigns and they took off.
Bella enjoyed the scenery as they drove. They made their way through the streets of Chicago before the country took over the landscape. It was beautiful. The trees were all covered in the colors of fall. The cool crisp air filled Bella's lungs and had the most wonderful taste. She happily sighed and leaned her head against Edward's shoulder. He placed a gentle kiss atop her head.
Edward couldn't be happier than he was at this moment. The women he had loved all his life had grown to love him as well. She trusted him with her life and he would most certainly give his life for her if it was ever needed. Everything was perfect at this time and he couldn't wait to see where their lives would take them.
After several hours of driving Edward pulled the carriage into an open meadow and jumped down to help Bella out as well.
"Where are we?" she asked looking around.
"A meadow, I was getting a bit hungry and thought this would be a nice place for a picnic. What do you say?"
Bella smiled and nodded her head before grabbing a blanket and laying it out on the grass. She pulled out the sandwiches that Angela had packed and some fruit and even some potato salad. It was a feast.
She laid her head in Edwards lap as he ate and closed her eyes in content when her started to stroke her hair. "I love you Edward," she whispered.
"As I love you my darling."
An hour later they were back in the carriage. Bella was getting increasingly curious as to where they were headed, but didn't say anything. She knew Edward had worked hard to keep this a surprise and she didn't want to ruin it for him.
The air soon began getting cooler with the slight rise in elevation. Bella cuddled closer to Edward and wrapped the blankets tighter around them. She could see their breath as they breathed out and let out a violent shiver.
"We are almost there love. I'll get you in front of a warm fire soon."
"I'm fine Edward. Just a slight chill."
Edward looked over at his wife and shook his head. "You know it's okay to admit when you are uncomfortable. I don't know how to help if you don't tell me love."
Bella blushed and gave a sheepish grin before looking back at her surroundings. They were deep in the forest now. The sun was just beginning to set when they pulled down a small road that led deeper into the forest. They followed the road down a hill and around a bend bringing into view the most beautiful lake she had ever seen. The water sparkled like a million diamonds and even a deer was drinking from it. Just up another hill to her right sat the cutest little cabin. Everything was surrounded by dense forest. The only sound was that of nature. It was perfect.
"Oh Edward. It's wonderful."
Edward smiled down at his wife and kissed her softly on the cheek as he pulled the carriage to a stop behind the house where a small stable stood.
"I'm glad you like it. It's our family's vacation spot. As a kid we used to come up here every winter and every summer to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. I thought that you might like it."
"Oh I do. I may never want to leave." Bella smiled up at her husband and kissed his jaw before he got out and helped her down.
They both quickly grabbed their belongings and carried them into the cabin. Edward started a fire and made Bella sit in front of covered in blankets to warm her up. She hadn't stopped shivering in the past five minutes and he was afraid she would fall ill.
That night they sat in front of the fire holding each other while sipping on hot chocolate and talking until they both fell asleep on the hard floor tangled in each other's arms.
