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Finally managed to upload teh next chapter of Patched Up! I know most of you were on edge waiting for Edward to get home again! Now here is the anticipated chapter! I hope you enjoy it, but I must warn you, this chapter also contains a VERY explicit lemon! You have been warned! If you don't like that, then don't read!

Well, I hope I didn't scare you all away and you will enjoy this chapter!

Reunion & sweet loving

CARLISLE'S POV

I was tired when I arrived at work. Esme had suffered from terrible nightmares again and I had hardly slept at all. I was sick with worry for her. She was not well at all. I had never seen her taking more than a few bites these last days, she was not sleeping and today morning she had even got sick.

I had thought about asking Dr Chapman for a prescription on something to help Esme sleep, but I did not want her being full of drugs or having to explain my relationship to Dr Chapman. But seeing Esme like that was making me extremely worried. I felt so helpless. I could do nothing to soothe Esme's pain it seemed. I had to watch her suffer and that was killing me. I was happy Carmen was still with us or else I wouldn't know how we would have coped. The twins were also really sad and very quiet. They asked about Edward every day.

I sighed and rubbed my temples. I had to concentrate on my patients now.

ELEAZAR'S POV

Edward was bouncing in his seat in the plane. He held his animal close to his chest, staring at the screen above that showed the flight route. I glanced at the mountain lion in his lap and noticed that one of the legs was nearly ripped off. "How did this happen?" I asked Edward. He looked down, stroking his animal softly. "He did this. He ripped it off." Edward said, almost crying. I stroked his head. "Carlisle gave it to me." He said sadly. "I'm sure Carlisle can fix this. He is a doctor, after all." I told Edward. "You think he can fix it? Really?" Edward smiled. I nodded. "Ask him, but I'm sure he can. He is a great doctor, also for stuffed animals." I said and winked at Edward. That made the small boy smile and he leaned back in his seat, falling asleep after a while.

When our flight landed I woke Edward up and we rushed to my car. He was very eager to get home. I drove to Carlisle's house first, while Edward was bouncing in his seat. When I stopped the car he nearly jumped out. I helped him out of the car and we rung the bell. Carmen opened the door and smiled at me, but when she saw Edward she beamed. "Oh my god. You must be Edward?" Edward nodded. "I am Carmen, I am Eleazar's wife. Come in, your mommy misses you terribly." She said and ushered us inside.

ESME'S POV

I was sitting in the living room, watching the twins color when someone was at the door. Carmen went to open it, but I didn't pay attention. I heard Carmen talk but was not listening to what she was saying.

"Mommy!" I looked up, not really believing my ears. But there he was. Edward! My Edward! I jumped up as he ran towards me. The twins were cheering also, but I didn't listen, I swept Edward up in my arms, holding him tight, kissing him, not letting go of him. Edward had his arms wrapped around my neck, crying happy tears. "Mommy!" he said. I held him tight, rubbing his back. Tears streaming down my face. The wins were holding on to my legs, looking up at Edward.

I finally sat down, letting go of Edward who was hugged by Jasper and Rosalie, but crawled back in my arms soon after. I held him for a few more minutes, stroking his head, kissing him. Suddenly Edward winced, when I touched his knee. "What is it, my angel? Are you hurt?" I asked concerned. "Only my knee." He replied. I kissed his forehead. "It will be fine. Carlisle will look at it, okay?" I said. Edward nodded. I then turned to Eleazar, wiping away my tears. "Does this mean…?" I asked. Eleazar nodded. "You have full custody of Edward. I have proof with me. No one will take him form you again." He said. I bit my lip not to sob again and went over to hug Eleazar and then Carmen. I was just so happy.

Edward was sitting on the floor with the twins. They were all smiling. I watched them for a moment, not believing it. Edward was with me. He was safe now. "We should maybe drive to the hospital. I couldn't reach Carlisle on his phone and I'm sure he would be as happy as you are to see Edward and he can check Edward's knee out." Eleazar suggested. I nodded. "Okay. Do you want to go to the hospital, visit Carlisle?" I asked. The kids all nodded. "Yes!" the twins said. Edward nodded happily. "I'll stay here, I make some dinner for when you get home." Carmen announced. We nodded and Eleazar helped me to get the kids dressed.

CARLISLE'S POV

I looked down at my pager, seeing that I had been called to the reception desk by Dr Chapman. I sighed, wondering what had happened. I left my patient with the nurse, excused myself and went to the reception desk.

As soon as I walked along the hallway I was alerted by the twins' voices. "daddy!" they shouted. I looked up. I was a little worried, had something happened at home? But then I spotted Esme and… Edward! I rushed over to them. "Daddy, daddy, Edward is back!" the twins shouted. Edward jumped in my arms when I knelt down, hugging me tightly. "Edward!" I whispered happily. Then I turned to Esme who was close to crying. I hugged Edward again, then handed him over to Esme and greeted the twins and later Eleazar. I wanted so badly to hold Esme in my arms and kiss her, but I couldn't. Not here.

After a few minutes of total confusion Esme and Eleazar quickly explained everything. "Edward hurt his knee. Can you check it out?" Esme then asked me. I smiled, nodding after a quick look at Dr Chapman. "Well, let's have a look at your knee then." I said and swept Edward up in my arms again.

We went into the exam room and I sat Edward down on the table to take a look at his knee. It was bruised, but seemed fine otherwise. But Edward was not so concerned about his knee. "Carlisle?" he asked shyly. I looked at him. "Can you fix Carlin?" he asked and showed me his stuffed mountain lion. One leg was nearly ripped off. I smiled. "Yes, I think I can. But first I check your knee okay?" I asked. Edward nodded. I checked his knee, gently prodding around the swelling and bruises. Esme watched me with a worried look. I smiled at her and Edward. "It is fine, just bruised and a little swollen, but no other damage done. I'll give you an ointment that will numb the pain and cool the swelling down, okay Edward?" He grinned. "Okay." I smiled. "Good, let me look at Carlin's leg now." Edward handed his animal over and I got some thread and a needle and sat down on the exam table next to Edward, stitching up the tear on the animal's leg. I was very careful and made very tiny stitches. Edward watched me intently. After the leg was stitched on again with hardly anything to be seen I gave the animal back to Edward. He inspected it with a wide smile. "Great! Is he hurt?" he asked me. I shook my head. "But he needs some cuddles, okay?" Edward grinned, then hugged me. "Thank you!" he said.

I smiled at Edward. Then I leant over to whisper in his ear: "Can you wait outside for a moment now?" I asked. Edward looked at me. "Why?" he whispered back. I grinned. "I'd like to kiss your mommy for a moment, okay?" I asked. Edward grinned and nodded. "But don't tell anyone, okay?" He nodded again and left the room, grinning.

ESME'S POV

I watched how Carlisle and Edward whispered, then Edward grinned and left. Carlisle turned to me and wrapped his arms around me. "I'm so happy." I whispered. "Me too." He replied, holding me close. "What did you tell Edward?" I asked. Carlisle grinned. "I asked him if it would be okay if I kissed his mommy for a minute…" he said before giving me a soft kiss. I held on to him, kissing him back with fervor before we broke apart after a few seconds.

"We should get out of here, before your boss gets suspicious." I then said. He nodded sadly. "Yes, come on."

CARLISLE'S POV

I left the exam room with Esme and went over to Dr Chapman. "Was that the reason you looked so tired the last week?" she asked nodding at Edward. I nodded. "His father took him away all of a sudden, he was abusive and Esme was terribly afraid of what might happen to her son. It wasn't easy." I explained, trying to keep it neutral. She nodded. "As a father you probably knew what she must feel like." I nodded. "Yes, it made me think of Rose and Jazzy…" I admitted. Though I had full custody on them I was still worried what could happen if Kate turned up all of a sudden. Dr Chapman nodded. "Well, I think you should go home for the day. Celebrate a little." I smiled. "Thank you. I'll catch up on the lost hour tomorrow." I promised. Dr Chapman nodded. "Yes, that's fine. Have a good evening!" I smiled and went over to Esme, Eleazar and the kids.

"Well, I got the rest of my shift off. I can come home with you, if you want." I said. The twins began to smile immediately. "Really daddy?" Rosalie asked me. I smiled and picked her up. "Yes! Let's get home angel!" I kissed Rosie's head and set her down. "I just get a few things from my office." I said and excused myself.

ESME'S POV

I was hardly letting Edward out of my arms. I felt so great to have him back home. And knowing I didn't have to worry about Charles was making me ecstatic.

When we got home, Carmen had made a fantastic dinner. We all sat down to eat and chat. I was actually feeling hungry again for the first time since Edward was gone. He was sitting next to me, talking to everyone. I was smiling at my little boy all the time, stroking his head once in a while. He was so brave.

Carlisle was squeezing my hand under the table, smiling. I knew he was also relieved. Not only because Edward was back, but also because I ate again. I knew he had worried, but I couldn't care while I worried for Edward.

After dinner I wanted to help clean up the kitchen, because Carmen had already cooked, but Carlisle told me to go and spend the time with Edward. I gave up after a while, the desire to spent more time with Edward was too strong.

Carlisle cleaned the kitchen while Carmen went upstairs to get her things together. She and Eleazar wanted to get back to Port Angeles by tonight. Carlisle had asked them to stay another night, but they politely refused.

CARLISLE'S POV

I had just joined Esme and Eleazar in the living room, when Carmen came down the stairs again, carrying her bag. I immediately rushed over, taking it from her. "Please, let me do that." I said with a smile. Carmen nodded. "Thank you, Carlisle." I set the bag down next to the stairs. "And you really don't want to stay until tomorrow?" I asked. Carmen shook her head. "No, it's fine. We need to get home. And you have a quiet evening." She said, smiling and hugging me.

I smiled. "Well, have a good drive home, then, take care." I said and kissed Carmen's cheek. She hugged me again. Then I went over to Eleazar. "Take care. And thanks for your help." I said. He smiled. "It was my pleasure. Edward is a very fine boy." He said. I nodded. "He is." I hugged Eleazar briefly, then watched how he and Carmen said goodbye to the kids and Esme.

Esme and me then accompanied them to their car and watched them drive off. Esme was still thanking Eleazar. After they had driven off Esme and I went back inside. And what we saw there was the sweetest picture ever.

All three kids had curled up on the couch, snuggled up to one another. They were sleeping. I smiled and looked at Esme. "We should get them into bed." I murmured. She nodded and picked Edward up. I took both twins in my arms and carried them into their rooms. Esme was putting the boys to bed while I did the same with Rose. They didn't wake up. It was a long and exciting day and they must be terribly tired.

"Let's go to bed too, hm?" I asked Esme, wrapping my arms around her waist from behind. She smiled. "Yes, I'm very tired." She replied. I swallowed, not sure if Esme would stay with me still tonight. But I had gotten so used to her sleeping next to me, I didn't think I could manage without her. "Will you, ehm…, stay with me? I mean…" I stuttered clumsily. Esme turned in my arms, smiling. She didn't reply, but kissed me instead. I smiled, relieved. "Yes." She said when we broke apart.

ESME'S POV

Carlisle and I went in his room and got ready for bed. I felt very tired, the lack of sleep finally hitting me full force. As I lay in Carlisle's bed waiting for him to get out of the bathroom I thought about how perfect that was. I loved sleeping in his arms. It felt incredible and I didn't think I could ever sleep alone again.

Carlisle got into bed next to me, wrapping his arms around me. I grinned, snuggling up to his chest. He gently stroked my back. I looked up at Carlisle and pressed a soft kiss to his lips which he happily returned. We had hardly shared any caresses these last days and now our feelings hit us full force. Before I knew it I had fisted my hands in Carlisle's hair, pressing him closer to me, kissing him eagerly. His hands were holding me close, gently stroking my sides. I sighed lowly, feeling shivers run down my spine. Carlisle rolled us over, so I was underneath him, leaving my lips to press kisses all over my throat and collarbone…

"Mommy?" A tiny vice stopped us. Panting heavily we parted and stared at the door. Edward must have woken up and was obviously looking for me. I gave an apologetic look to Carlisle and got up, trying to calm my erratic heart and breathing.

"Edward sweetie?" I asked as I opened the door. "Mommy?" Edward asked, coming towards me. "Why are you sleeping in Carlisle's room?" he asked confused. I then realized he must have gone looking for me in my room and got confused when my bed was empty. I picked him up, holding him close to me. "Well, you know I like Carlisle a lot and we liked to cuddle." I explained gently. Edward nodded, rubbing his eyes. "Can I stay with you?" he asked softly. I smiled and kissed his head. "Yes, come, let's get you to bed my angel."

CARLISLE'S POV

I smiled when Esme came over again, placing Edward in the bed next to, then climbing in after him. Edward snuggled up in the covers, falling asleep right away. "You don't mind, do you?" Esme asked me. I shook my head. "Of course not. Sleep well." I replied, leaning over Edward to give Esme a soft kiss, then I kissed Edward's head and laid down on his other side. It didn't take long until I fell asleep.

I got woken up from my peaceful slumber by something crawling over me. I groggily opened my eyes and caught sight of a small nightgown and a cars-pajama. Rose and Jazzy. I smiled and scooted over to make room for them as they snuggled up in the bed between me and Esme. Then I was asleep again.

My alarm woke me at 6 am. I quickly turned it off, not wanting to wake the kids this way. They were all still sleeping, snuggled deep in the covers between me and Esme. I got out of bed and kneeled down by Esme's side. I wasn't sure if she wanted to work today. Edward just got back. She could spend the day at home with the kids. It would surely be good for Edward. I gently kissed her lips and stroked her cheek.

ESME'S POV

I opened my eyes and saw Carlisle kneeling in front of me, smiling softly. "Good morning." He whispered softly. I smiled. "Morning. You have to go to work?" I asked. Carlisle nodded. "Yes, sadly." He replied. I sat up in bed, slowly getting out of it. "You can sleep a little longer…" Carlisle said. "I'm sure Sue won't have anything against you staying home another day." He said. I smiled and shook my head. "I'm not tired anymore. I'll call her later and ask for the day off, but I want to have breakfast with you." I told him. A huge grin spread across Carlisle's face. I quickly turned around, checking if the kids were still sleeping soundly, then kissed him shortly. "I'm making breakfast." I said and got up.

Carlisle nodded and headed into the bathroom. A moment later I heard the shower running. I went into my room and took a quick shower also, then put some jeans and a light sweater on. It looked a bit chilly outside. Fall had finally caught up with us.

I went down into the kitchen and prepared breakfast for Carlisle and me. Scrambled eggs, toast and most importantly coffee.

CARLISLE'S POV

I quickly slipped a pair of dark jeans and a shirt on, before going downstairs. The kids were still sleeping in my bed, looking like they would be asleep for a while longer. I went downstairs into the kitchen. The smell of fresh coffee was already streaming through the house.

When I reached the kitchen Esme had her back to me, she was wearing a light green sweater and her hair was still a little damp from the shower. I went over and wrapped my arms around her waist from behind, burying my head in her toffee colored curls.

ESME'S POV

I shrieked lightly as strong arms wrapped around me from behind, but relaxed as soon as I heard Carlisle's calm voice. He had his head buried in my hair, breathing deep. "You smell amazing… like a field of flowers." He murmured and kissed my neck. I shuddered involuntarily, remembering last night's events. If the kids hadn't interrupted… but Carlisle distracted me again, trailing kisses along my throat. I could no longer stand it and turned around, seeking his lips.

CARLISLE'S POV

I suppressed a moan as Esme crashed her lips against mine. Somewhere in the back of my mind a voice reminded me of work, but I ignored it. Every fiber of my body was focused on Esme now. Out tongues dueled with each other, making me moan lowly. Good God, this was heaven…

Suddenly something smashed and we both looked down, startled out of our lust filled haze. I panted and ran a hand through my hair. Had I really just lifted Esme up on the kitchen counter and smashed a coffee mug in the process? I bit my lip sheepishly. Esme was looking at me with the same confused expression. "I'm… I didn't…" I stuttered, having no clue what I was about to say. Esme swallowed, taking a few deep breaths, then slid down from the counter, coming flush with my aroused body in the process. A jolt of electricity ran through me and I quickly stepped back, extremely flustered.

We looked at each other, neither one knowing what to say. Before the silence could get too awkward Esme's cell phone rang.

ESME'S POV

I was still breathing heavily when my phone rang. One glance at the display told me it was Sue and Carlisle was going to be late. "You're gonna be late. It's Sue." I said breathless before answering the phone in the living room.

"Hello Sue?" "You sound a little breathless, what did I interrupt?" Sue asked. "Nothing." I quickly replied, too quickly, while blushing ten shades of red. Sue laughed. "Okay, okay… good nothing then?" I groaned. "Sue, please… why did you call?" I asked, my face still hot. "Yeah, well… I wanted to ask if you would accompany me to Port Angeles this afternoon. I wanted to do some shopping and thought it would cheer you up…" Sue explained. I smiled. "Well, erm… I wanted to call you in a few minutes, too… Edward got back yesterday. It was a big surprise, because well, Carlisle's lawyer didn't think the judge would make a decision after one hearing." I told her. Sue squealed. "That's fabulous! So your little boy is back! God I am so happy, Esme!" I smiled. "Thanks! I am happy, too… It is wonderful to have him back." I said. "I guess you would like to take the day off, if Edward just got back yesterday?" she asked. I was taken aback. I had already missed out on work for over one week but Sue still offered me to take the day off? "I… well… yes, I'd like that…" I admitted. "It is fine. But, would you still accompany me for shopping? You can bring the kids along…" I hesitated. "Sue… I don't know…" I mumbled. "Come on. It will be fun. My mother is watching Seth and Leah today. I'll pick you and the kids up and we will be back before your doc gets home." She said.

CARLISLE'S POV

I was quickly eating my breakfast, trying to calm myself down. Since cleaning up the broken mug I hadn't glanced at the kitchen counter once, knowing it would ruin my composure again. I still wondered what had come over me… but, no, I mustn't think about that now.

Esme came back into the kitchen just as I had finished breakfast. I was really running a bit late. "What did Sue want?" I asked Esme as she sat down. "She wanted to know if I would go shopping with her today, in Port Angeles. I also got the day off." I smiled. "Sounds nice to me. Are you going?" Esme hesitated. "I don't know. Sue said she'd pick me and the kids up and we'll be back in the evening… but…" I smiled and reached for Esme's hand. "Hey, I think you should go. Have some fun with Sue." I said. "No… I still owe you a fortune, I can't…" I shook my head and knelt down in front of Esme's chair, putting a finger on her lips. "How often do I have to tell you that money is not an issue? I don't even want you to pay me back… take your money for yourself. Go shopping with Sue." I tried to convince her. Esme smiled softly. "Please?" I asked, giving Esme the sweetest kiss I could.

We broke apart and Esme smiled softly. "Okay… I call Sue back." She said. I grinned. "Good. Have a nice day." I said and handed her my credit card. "No!" Esme said quickly, shoving the card back in my hand. I shook my head. "I still owe you a shirt… and, maybe you see something for the kids. Take it." I said. Esme sighed heavily and took my card. I grinned. "Okay, I need to go. Have a nice day! Have fun and I hope you find something nice!" I wished her, giving her one last kiss before hurrying out the door.

ESME'S POV

After Carlisle was gone I called Sue back, telling her I would go shopping with her. Sue was happy and said to pick me and the kids up at 2.

After calling Sue I went upstairs into Carlisle's bedroom and checked on the kids. They slept soundly. None of them seemed to have noticed us getting up. I decided to let them sleep as long as they could, because shopping would surely wear them out. I sat down on the small couch in the corner and began to read while I waited for the kids to wake up. But I couldn't really concentrate. The events from this morning played up in my mind. Just the memory sent pleasurable shocks through my body.

"Mommy?" Edward had opened his eyes and sat up, rubbing his eyes. I smiled. "Yes, I'm over here." I said. Edward looked at me. "Where's Carlisle?" he asked, still sleepy and confused. "Working. You slept late." I said with a smile. Edward grinned and came over to sit on my lap. "Do you have to work today, mommy?" Edward asked. I shook my head. "No, I don't. Do you want to go shopping later?" I asked him. Edward frowned. "Shopping?" he asked. "Yes, the woman I work with, Sue, invited us. Maybe we find a little brother for Carlin, hm?" I asked. Edward grinned. "Really? I get a toy?" he asked. I smiled and ruffled his hair. "I think you all get a toy today." I told him. Edward beamed. "Did you sleep well?" I asked him. Edward nodded. "Hmmm." "That's good. How is your knee, sweetie? Do you think you can walk all day?" Edward nodded. "The cooling stuff Carlisle gave me, is really good." He said. I kissed his head. "Okay. Let's wake Jasper and Rose, hm?" I asked him. Edward nodded again.

We woke the twins up and I made breakfast for them. Afterwards we played a bit in the living room and had a light lunch and before I knew it, I helped the kids getting dressed for our shopping trip with Sue.

CARLISLE'S POV

I felt like I was walking on clouds today. Nothing could spoil my mood. The scenes of Esme and me from last night and this morning kept playing in my head. God, I wanted Esme. I loved her. I couldn't wait to get home and have her in my arms again. I smiled, hoping we would get some time for ourselves tonight…

ESME'S POV

I was just about to help the kids put their shoes on, when the bell rang. I went to open the door. "Sue, hello! Come in. The kids still need to put their shoes on." I said. Sue smiled. "That's fine." She said and followed me into the hallway. All three kids were sitting on the floor, looking up at Sue. "Hello!" they said shyly. I smiled. "This is Sue. She works with me." I told them. "We're going shopping with her, okay?" They all nodded. Sue kneeled down, smiling at the kids. "So, you must be Jasper and Rosalie, right?" she asked the twins. They nodded. "And you must be Edward? Esme told me a lot of lovely things about all of you." She said. Edward smiled.

We got the kids ready and got in Sue's car. The kids were all very excited. I smiled softly. I had to admit I was also looking forward to this afternoon, though I wasn't such a big fan of shopping.

We arrived at the mall around 3 and first headed into a large toys'r'us. There was no real way around it when the kids saw it.

CARLISLE'S POV

I enjoyed work more than I did the last days. Edward was alright and safe. Esme was no longer worrying. They were having a nice day in Port Angeles. I smiled and looked down at the patient's file again. Today was a quiet day and I used it to update my paper work, a task I dreaded.

Suddenly my cell phone vibrated and I looked at it. A huge smile spread across my face when I saw what it was. Esme had sent me a picture of the kids eating ice cream. It seemed they were having a good time. I was happy they were.

ESME'S POV

We had stopped in a little café were we had some ice cream and then continued with our shopping spree. The kids had already found their toys. Rosalie had gotten a Barbie to play with, Jasper two knight-figures on horses and Edward got a toy doctor's set.

They were all extremely happy with their new toys and couldn't wait to play with them at home. We had also found a few other things, like clothes. I got a few new shirts and a pair of jeans. Sue had also found some nice things for herself and two stuffed animals for her kids.

We were almost through the shopping centre, going through another store when Sue called me over. The kids were sitting on the ground in the kids' corner, watching the cartoon that was on TV.

"Yes?" I went over, finding Sue looking at lingerie. "What size are you?" she asked. I choked. "What?" I asked her, baffled. Then my brain worked out where Sue was getting at and I shook my head. "No. Sue, no." I protested. She rolled her eyes. "Come on Esme, I thought you and the doc are getting there… Why not give him something to look at?" she asked. I blushed and looked down, still shaking my head. But Sue didn't give up. "Esme, why not? I mean, I'm sure he'd enjoy it… why not looking nice for your man?" I shook my head. " Sue…" "What? I still don't know what I interrupted this morning but it sounded pretty hot!" "Sue!" I hissed, blushing even more. But Sue didn't even think of lowering her voice. Instead she started to pick out various things she obviously thought I'd look good in and Carlisle would like. I just followed after her, trying to change Sue's mind.

But she wouldn't. Instead she pushed me in a dressing room with the strict order to try on whatever she handed me. I didn't. Not all of it. But a few of the things Sue handed me, looked not so bad. Two really caught my eye. A set of blue lingerie and another one with black and purple. Both were really beautiful and fit perfectly, so I decided to actually take them.

I hurried to the check-out counter and quickly purchased both things, putting them in my handbag to avoid questions from the kids. Especially Jasper had a tendency to be overly curious and very smart.

Sue grinned at me when we left the shop, heading to the car. I ignored her more or less, still slightly red in the face. I didn't need Sue's comments now. This was something I'd like to keep private, or between me and Carlisle.

The kids fell asleep on the way home. It had been a long day. It was already after 5 when we left the mall.

CARLISLE'S POV

I was happy when my shift finally ended. I felt drained. Paperwork was wearing me out and always left me tired. It bored me so much. I drove home, looking forward to hear of today's shopping trip.

I stopped my car in the garage, after noticing that another car was still parked in the driveway. Sue must still be inside. I smiled and left the car.

"Good evening!" I called out as I entered the house, hanging up my coat and dumping my key on the coffee table.

I went into the living room and saw Esme sitting on the couch with another woman. She had dark russet colored skin and black hair. Sue Clearwater. I knew her from the primary school. I had been there once when a child got hurt.

"Carlisle!" Esme said happily and smiled at me. "Daddy!" Rosalie yelled and jumped up, running towards me. Jasper and Edward also looked up from the floor. I ruffled Rose's hair. "Look! I got a Barbie!" she said and tried to get my attention. I smiled. "In a minute you can show me, okay? I'll just say hello to Esme and Sue." Rosie nodded and went back to her spot on the floor where her other dolls were lying. "Hello, Hello Sue!" I said. "Hello Doc!" she greeted. I grinned. Then I gave Esme a quick kiss. Before I had time to do or say anything else Jasper called out for me and I joined the kids with an apologetic look.

"Daddy, look!" Jazzy said. I smiled. "I got two knights!" he said proudly. I nodded. "They are really cool." I told him. "Will you play with me daddy?" Jasper asked. I smiled. "I will, later. Okay? Your sister and Edward also want to show me your toys, I'm sure." Jazzy nodded and I affectionately ruffled his hair. Rosalie showed me her Barbie and told me what they did all day and what pretty clothes she got. I smiled.

Then I went over to Edward. He was sitting on the carpet, wearing a tin lab coat, a toy stethoscope around his neck, his stuffed animals around him. He had his mountain lion in his hands and was just bandaging its leg. I smiled. "Hey buddy, what did you get?" I asked him, sitting down. "Here!" Edward said proudly, showing me the toy doctor's set. "So, how is Carlin's leg?" I asked him, all professional. Edward looked at it. "I think it's good." He said. I grinned. "Okay, but why are you bandaging it?" I asked. "He ran too much." Edward replied. I chuckled. "Well, that's not good. Make sure he rests plenty." Edward nodded, a serious look on his face.

SUE'S POV

Watching the doc playing with the kids was really sweet. I mean, every woman in town was already swooning over him, but if they could see this, they would melt. He was just so cute, sitting there on the floor, playing with his son and daughter and now with Edward. It was easy to see how much he loved all the kids.

ESME'S POV

I smiled as I watched Carlisle and Edward sitting on the floor playing doctor. It was such a sweet picture. And Carlisle was so good at it, pretending to listen to the stuffed animal's heartbeats or taking their blood pressure, showing Edward how everything worked. Edward was happy and eager to learn, asking Carlisle all sorts of questions. Edward was just taking Carlin's heartbeat, complaining he couldn't hear it, when Carlisle got up and got his medical bag. He returned to Edward and took his own stethoscope out of the bag. I frowned, not knowing what Carlisle wanted to do, but a moment later I smiled.

"Come here, Edward." Carlisle said smiling, handing Edward the stethoscope. "Put this in your ears, like you did with yours, okay?" Edward nodded eagerly and did as Carlisle said. Then Carlisle took the other end of the stethoscope and placed it on his chest. "Listen closely." He instructed Edward and shifted the stethoscope to linger over his heart. Edward frowned in concentration while Carlisle was watching him expectantly, now and then altering the stethoscope's position slightly. Suddenly Edward's head snapped up, he beamed. "I hear something!" he said excitedly. "Like thump, thump…" Edward said. Carlisle laughed. "That's my heart beating." He explained. But Edward hushed him saying he couldn't hear when Carlisle talked. I chuckled, shaking my head at this while Edward listened more closely, completely entranced.

I then caught Carlisle's look and he winked at me, chuckling lightly when looking at Edward. "That's sooo cool!" Edward said. The kids then took turns, all listening to Carlisle's heartbeat, completely in awe.

After a few minutes Carlisle then ended their game. "Okay, I think we have to stop, it's late already. Dinner time." He told the kids. They pouted a little, but Carlisle promised he would play more with them later before bed time.

CARLISLE'S POV

I packed my stethoscope away again and got up. "Well, Sue, you want to stay for dinner?" I asked her smiling. "What? Oh no. I should get going… I really stayed here long enough. I mean, I don't want to intrude on your quiet evening." She said, getting up. I opened my mouth to object but Esme was faster. "You aren't." she said smiling. I nodded. But Sue shook her head. "No, really I should get going. I still have to pick the kids up. They probably drove my mother crazy by now." She said chuckling.

ESME'S POV

"You have a nice night." Sue added, shooting me a look and winking. I quickly looked away, trying to hide my blush. Carlisle didn't have seemed to notice, though. Sue was getting up then, saying goodbye to the kids, taking her coat and bags. I accompanied her to the door with Carlisle. "Well, have a good evening Sue. It was nice meeting you." Carlisle said, shaking her hand. "Thanks doc. You too." She replied, before turning to me. "Goodbye Esme! I see you on Monday!" she said, pulling me into a hug. I smiled. "If you want the house for yourselves for a while, just call me, I'll watch the kids." She whispered then, making me blush.

After Sue left I turned to Carlisle who smiled. "So, what are we having for dinner?" I asked. He grinned. "Well, I don't know. Let's have a look, shall we?" he replied, leading me into the kitchen.

We checked the fridge, deciding to just make some sandwiches and a salad. But before we could start Carlisle wrapped his arms around me, backing us in a corner of the kitchen. He smiled. "I didn't have a chance to give you a proper hello earlier." He said before kissing me softly. I smiled, my hands moving into Carlisle's soft hair, pulling him closer. I missed him. Carlisle's hands stroked my cheeks and neck, his lips leaving mine and moving down my throat and collarbone. I sighed, letting my hands move down to his back to hold him closer. Carlisle's hands had moved to my waist, holding me close to him.

"What are you doing?" Rosalie asked and Carlisle chuckled, leaning his head against my forehead before turning to Rose. The boys had also joined her, looking at us from behind Rose. "Are you making dinner now?" Jasper asked impatiently. Carlisle chuckled. "Yes, we're making dinner now." He agreed, letting go of me.

CARLISLE'S POV

We made dinner with the help of the kids. They all made their sandwiches themselves, putting whatever they wanted on them while Esme made the salad. Then we all settled at the dining room table and ate. While eating and sitting still for a while the kids' eyes grew heavy. Their tiredness was now catching up with them. Also it was pretty late already. So Esme and I decided to put them to bed to bed after dinner.

"Okay, I think you should go to bed." I said as we got up from the table. "But daddy…" Rosie argued, stifling a yawn. I shook my head. "It is late and you are tired. Tomorrow we can play more and I also have the weekend off, okay?" I asked them all. After a few moments, the kids agreed. "Will you read us a story?" Edward asked me. I smiled. "Yes. But first we get you ready for bed. Let's go." We went upstairs and the kids all put their pajamas on before snuggling up in Rosie's room to hear a story. But I had only read a few pages before the kids were half asleep. "Alright, let's get you into bed." Esme announced and brought the boys to their room. "Good night, angel." I said and kissed Rosie's forehead. "Night daddy…" she mumbled before falling asleep.

ESME'S POV

I tucked the boys in and kissed the top of their heads while Carlisle brought Rose to bed. Just when I was about to leave Edward looked at me again. "Mommy?" he asked very tired. "Yes, what is it sweetie?" "Will you be sleeping in Carlisle's bed again?" he asked, his eyes closed already. I stroked his head. "Yes. Does that bother you?" Edward shook his head. "Carlisle is nice…" he mumbled. I smiled and stroked Edward's head again before getting up to say good night to Rose. As I turned I saw Carlisle leaning against the door frame. He smiled.

"I'm happy Edward is okay with us." He said. I smiled and pecked him on the lips. "Yes, me too." I left Carlisle to say good night to the boys and went into Rose's room. She was already fast asleep. I gave her a kiss on the cheek and stroked her hair before leaving the room, quietly shutting the door behind me.

I went into my room, quickly changing into one of the outfits I bought with Sue and a nice nightgown. I looked myself over in the mirror and suddenly grew self conscious again. What if Carlisle would see that as too much? Sure, we had made out and probably would have gone farther if we hadn't been interrupted, but I didn't want him to think the wrong thing. I didn't really want to seduce him. Not now at least, because deep down I was still a little scared… I trusted Carlisle, but I had no good memories of this part of… intimacy. I nervously bit my lip before throwing the nightgown back in the closet, slipping on Carlisle's shirt instead. I felt safer in it.

I went into Carlisle's bedroom and found him just getting into bed. "Hey…" he said softly as I climbed in beside him, snuggling up to his body. I smiled. Carlisle pulled me a little closer, burying his head in my neck, placing kisses on the soft skin there. I closed my eyes, my arms wrapping around his neck. Every rational thinking or fear banned from my mind. I shifted so I was lying on my back, Carlisle hovering above me, his arms wrapped around my body. I began to kiss his neck to, laying soft kisses down to his collarbone where I even sucked the skin slightly. At that Carlisle hissed lowly, burying his head deeper in my shoulder, his breath ragged.

CARLISLE'S POV

Esme was far too tempting for her own good. My breath was coming in ragged gasps as she kissed along my throat, her hands running through my hair and down my neck and shoulders. I sighed. This felt so amazing. My hands ghosted over Esme's body, careful not to be too forward but aching to touch her. My whole body ached for her. Her sweet skin, her scent, her gorgeous body… I ran my fingers over her throat, down to the buttons of the shirt she was wearing, slowly undoing the first one and kissing the skin that was revealed. "Carlisle…" Esme sighed breathless, arching against me, reaching out and pulling me flush against her body. I moaned at the contact, moving up to meet Esme's lips in a heated kiss. My hands tangling in her soft hair. She moaned lowly into my mouth, driving me crazy while I put an effort into being as gently as possible. I could imagine Esme didn't have much positive things to relate to. I didn't want to make her uncomfortable or even scare her. I closed my eyes again as Esme's hands ran over my back, her nails lightly grazing my skin and sighed. I pressed closer against her body, whispering incoherent things while peppering her skin with kisses, bending down to undo another button on the shirt. Just in that moment a shrill beeping interrupted.

I sighed lowly, burying my head in Esme's shoulder. "Not now…" I sighed before reaching over to the night stand to turn the awful noise off. I rolled off of Esme, closing my eyes for a second before glancing at the pager. I groaned in frustration. "What is it?" Esme asked, stroking my shoulder. "The hospital." I replied sadly. "I have to go in. An emergency." I looked over at Esme and saw the same disappointment I felt in her eyes. I sighed, pushing myself up in a sitting position. Both our breathing was still ragged. Esme gently rubbed my shoulders, placing one last kiss on my shoulder blade. "I'm sorry." I whispered, turning my head so I could kiss her lips for a second, then I got up and quickly slipped a shirt and some jeans on. I ran a hand trough my hair, trying to flatten it a bit but quickly gave up.

"I'll try to be back as soon as I can. I'm sorry." I told Esme sighing, kissing her sweetly before grabbing my things. "Don't be." She replied. "This is your job. Go save lives. I won't go anywhere." I smiled and blew her a kiss before quickly leaving the bedroom and the house.

ESME'S POV

I lay back in the bed and tried to calm my body down. I was just as disappointed as Carlisle was. I knew he hated to leave now but he had to. It was his job. I probably wouldn't even have a problem with it if it happened on any other time than tonight. With a sigh I snuggled up in the covers, willing my body to calm down, though it was useless. I was far too excited to sleep. Thoughts were racing in my head, emotions swirling around. Only one thing was crystal clear: I loved Carlisle. And I wanted to sleep with him. Hell, right at that moment I wanted it badly.

CARLISLE'S POV

When I arrived at the hospital, I was in a grumpy mood. I had hated to leave Esme. Nurse Sandra greeted me at the reception desk. I gave her a short smile. "I'm sorry I paged you, but Dr Gerandy requested you'd assist him." She said apologetic. I sighed. "Sorry, I'm a bit cross… I… well…" I said, shrugging. Sandra laughed. "Yes, well, about the case. It's a bypass surgery, an emergency, it's Mr Cole." I sighed. "The surgery was scheduled to be in a few days, right?" Sandra nodded. "But he had chest pains this night and Dr Gerandy said he wanted the surgery right now. Since you are in on the case he wanted you to assist." I sighed and rubbed my temples. This was going to be a long night. "Is that okay with you, I mean, your kids?" I grinned. "Esme is home. She'll have an eye on them, so it's no problem…" Sandra grinned. "You look ruffled…" she observed. I shook my head. "I just… Esme and the kids went shopping today, so they showed me what they got and I played with them, we had a late dinner and we just went to bed when you called…" Sandra looked up. "What?" she asked. I blushed and quickly searched for words. "Well, I went to bed… I guess Esme did too, she was in her room… so…" I stammered, but luckily Dr Gerandy arrived just then, leaving Sandra than to do nothing more than giving me a curious look. I quickly followed Dr Gerandy and got ready for the surgery. This was going to be a long night.

Surgery was indeed long and it also drove me mad. I just stood there and watched Dr Gerandy do his work while he lectured me about the procedure and questioned my knowledge like I was still in med school. I failed to see why he called me in in the middle of the night for that. To me it only seemed like a way to annoy me. After the surgery I was left to stitch Mr Cole up and take care of his postoperative meds. Then I could finally go home. It was just before midnight at that time. I sighed. Dr Gerandy had never been my favorite colleague and this certainly didn't help to make him appear any nicer.

I was very tired when I got home. I parked the car in the garage and went upstairs. I checked on the kids, then went into my bedroom. Esme was sleeping soundly and I moved around quietly, not wanting to wake her. Sadly I did when I slipped into bed. "Hey… there you are…" she mumbled sleepily, turning to me. I smiled and kissed her sweetly. "I'm sorry I woke you up…" I mumbled, snuggling up to Esme. She shook her head. "It's okay." She whispered before closing her eyes again. I did the same and was out cold in a few minutes.

ESME'S POV

I woke up at the first sounds of the alarm clock going off. I quickly turned it off and looked at Carlisle next to me. He was thankfully still sleeping. I planned to let him sleep at least half an hour more and get the kids ready and make breakfast in that time. But as I moved to get out of bed, Carlisle opened his eyes. "Where are you going?" he asked groggily. I smiled. "Sleep some more. I wanted to wake you later…" I told him. Carlisle shook his head and sat up. "No, it's alright…I'm good." He assured me. I nodded. "Okay, I'm taking a shower and then I'll make breakfast, okay?" Carlisle nodded. "Good, I'm also taking a shower then… but first… can I get a good morning kiss?" he asked. I smiled and waited for Carlisle to get out of bed and kiss me sweetly.

While I showered I suddenly thought about something else. Something very important. I had to talk about it with Carlisle. Maybe I could even get what I needed from him.

After I showered and got dressed I went down into the kitchen. Carlisle was making breakfast. "Hey!" he greeted smiling. I smiled back. "Hey, um… can I talk to you about something?" Carlisle frowned and took the pan from the oven. "Yes, of course. Is something wrong?" he asked, sitting down opposite of me. I bit my lip and shook my head. "No… it's just… erm… with us…" I took a deep breath. "I thought I should maybe get the pill…" I blurted out, blushing. Carlisle gently touched my arm. When I looked up I saw he was also quite red in the face. "Yes… that… erm… honestly, I think that's a good idea…" he mumbled, then cleared his throat embarrassed. "Can you do that for me… I mean, give me a prescription?" I asked him. Carlisle sighed. "Sadly no. I would, but I can't." I nodded. "Okay. Erm… I need an appointment with Dr Chapman then?" Carlisle grimaced. "Probably. She's your doctor and also has her second specialization in gynecology. And the only other colleague for that is Dr Gerandy. Nobody I would recommend and also a man." Carlisle said. I nodded. "Okay, thanks. I will call her later then." Carlisle smiled. "Yes, you could probably even ask her for an appointment today, I don't think today will be extremely busy." I nodded. "Thanks Carlisle." I said and grabbed my cell phone from the table. He smiled. "I'll wake the kids up." He said before going upstairs.

"Yes, Forks Community Hospital, Nurse Gill speaking." I let out a nervous breath. "Yes, erm, this is Esme Platt. I wondered if I could maybe get an appointment with Dr Chapman for today?" "Let me check that for a moment, Ms Platt." The nurse said. After a minute she asked: "Ms Platt?" "Yes?" "Would 11am be alright with you?" the nurse asked. "Yes, that would be fine. Thank you." I said and hung up.

CARLISLE'S POV

I went upstairs to wake the kids up. I wanted to give Esme some privacy with her phone call and they needed to get up if we wanted to make it to daycare in time. "Good morning!" I said softly, waking Edward and Jasper first. "Hey daddy…" Jasper said sleepily. "Morning…" Edward yawned. "Get up you two, okay? I wake Rosalie up." The boys nodded and climbed out of bed. I softly ruffled their hair and went into Rosalie's room.

After about ten minutes the kids were dressed and we all went down for breakfast. "Morning mommy!" "Hello Esme!" they greeted as they took their seats at the table.

"Would it be okay if you go to daycare for a little bit today? Only until noon?" Esme asked the kids. "Do you have to work mommy?" Edward asked. Esme smiled. "I have an important appointment and I can't take you with me, but I'll pick you up afterwards, is that alright?" "Where do you have to go?" Jasper asked curiously. "Well, erm… I have to meet Dr Chapman." Esme told him. "Are you sick, mommy?" asked Edward. Esme looked unsure of what to say so I quickly thought of something. "No, don't worry Edward. But Dr Chapman needs to get her paperwork in order, and she needs your mommy's signature for that and stuff, okay?" Edward nodded. "That sounds boring." He observed. Esme laughed. "Yes, that's why Dr Chapman didn't do it earlier." I told him and winked. Edward grinned. "So, is it okay if you go to daycare till I am back?" The kids nodded.

ESME'S POV

I drove Carlisle to work and afterwards brought the kids to daycare. I was a little nervous about my appointment by now. Dr Chapman was Carlisle's boss, so she would eventually know about us. But Carlisle told me not to worry. But I knew he was also a little nervous. To get my mind of things I drove to the supermarket to get some groceries. The fridge was dangerously low stocked.

The morning passed faster than I would have liked. After grocery shopping I drove home and put everything away, then busied myself in the house until it was finally time to go.

I drove to the hospital, feeling more awkward the closer I got. This appointment was going to be interesting and embarrassing, that I was sure of. I stopped the car and took a few deep breaths to try and calm myself down, then got out of the car and walked towards the entrance.

I went up to the reception desk. "Good morning. Can I help you, Miss?" the nurse asked me friendly. I smiled nervously. "Yes, erm, I have an appointment with Dr Chapman at 11. Miss Platt." The nurse smiled. "Ah yes. Exam room 4, that is down the hall, just on the left. Dr Chapman will be with you in a few minutes." I smiled and thanked the nurse, making my way to the exam room.

I sat down on the exam table, nervously looking around. Maybe this hadn't been such a brilliant idea. The door opened and Dr Chapman entered, a chart in her hand. "Good morning, Ms Platt. How are you feeling?" I gave a nervous smile. "Good." I said lowly. "Well, why are you here today Ms Platt. Are you having any discomforts? Pain?" she asked. I shook my head and looked down. "Well, no… actually… erm, I am here for something else…" I said. Dr Chapman sat down on the small stool opposite me. "Yes? How can I help you?" I tried fighting my blush as I looked up. "Actually, I need to get a prescription for birth control." I said as calmly as I could. At that Dr Chapman coughed slightly but quickly composed herself again. After a moment of silence she found her voice again. "Well… erm… yes." She said, not looking too pleased.

I hated those exams. No matter who did this. Man or woman. I simply hated it. It was uncomfortable. But apparently Dr Chapman wasn't too happy about the situation either. I only hoped Carlisle would not get in trouble. I mean, technically I wasn't his patient anymore, but Dr Chapman could still give him a hard time if she wanted to. Maybe I should have driven to Port Angeles instead. But, I really didn't want to risk getting this exam from a man. And Carlisle had assured me Dr Chapman was very professional.

"Alright Ms Platt. I will write you a prescription for birth control, you can get it filled at the hospital's pharmacy right away." She said, taking her prescription pad out. Just in that moment her pager beeped. Dr Chapman glanced at it. "I'm sorry, but this is an emergency. I have to go. Maybe you could wait a few minutes for me to return?" she asked. I shook my head. "I am sorry, I have to pick the kids up at daycare." I replied. Dr Chapman nodded. "Alright, well, I think I can still give the prescription to a certain intern of mine, am I right?" she asked pointedly. I blushed furiously and looked away. Dr Chapman sighed. "I thought so." She mumbled. I bit my lip. I felt like saying 'I'm sorry' but what for? I was not sorry and this really was nothing of Dr Chapman's concern. So I just kept quiet, looking a little embarrassed, still. "Well, I have to go. Goodbye Ms Platt." Dr Chapman said and hurried out the door.

I took some time to make my blush subside and make myself presentable again. I hated those exams. It made me feel uncomfortable and nervous. Well, it probably did it for every woman, but I was always close to panic.

After I had calmed down a little I left the exam room and the hospital. I needed to pick the kids up. Secretly I had hoped to see Carlisle at least for a few minutes, but I didn't. I was a little sad at that but knew he was probably busy.

CARLISLE'S POV

I was just looking over some x-rays when Dr Chapman entered behind me. "The x-rays on Ms Newton look good, just a nasty sprain but nothing broken…" I said without turning around. "Thank you, but that's not why I came here…" she replied. I turned around. Dr Chapman was handing me a small bag, not saying a thing, but her lips were pursed. I stared at her as I curiously took the bag. I waited for Dr Chapman to explain anything but she didn't and so I finally looked into the bag. I spotted to packages of birth control and – condoms! My face instantly felt hot and I bit my lip. "I figured I could leave this with you… " Dr Chapman said. I closed my eyes, taking a deep breath to calm my erratic nerves. "Dr Chapman, I…" "I don't want to hear anything… It is bad enough I know it now…" I nodded, still beet red in the face. "But I have a few cases you can work on… I think I want you to go to the 3rd floor and ask for Dr Thomas there, she will be responsible for you for the rest of your shift." I swallowed hard. "Dr Thomas on the maternity ward?" Dr Chapman looked me straight in the eye as she replied. "Yes, exactly. Because first I don't want to see you for a few hours or I might not take this too well and second it might make you think twice… I don't want the next appointment of your girlfriend be for an ultrasound. And now go and try not to cross paths with me again this week." I nodded quickly, relieved this went relatively well but still terribly embarrassed about the contents of that bag. I doubted that blush would ever fade…

I brought the bag in my office and locked the door before heading to the 3rd floor to find Dr Thomas.

"Dr Cullen. There you are." Dr Thomas greeted me with a smile. "Hello Dr Thomas." "I heard Ruth kicked you out for the rest of the day?" Dr Thomas laughed. I flushed a little. "One could say so…" I replied. "Well, come on then. I have a lot to do and I appreciate the help." Dr Thomas said and lead me to her first patient.

ESME'S POV

My fingers were still shaking a little as I drove to the daycare center to pick the kids up again. I was all giddy when I thought about this appointment. Dr Chapman knew about me and Carlisle. I desperately wanted to call Carlisle to hear if he was having a hard time, but I didn't want to make things worse also.

I stopped at the daycare center and went inside. "Good afternoon. I am here to pick Jasper and Rosalie Cullen up and Edward Evenson." The old lady smiled at me. "Ah, you must be Esme. Jasper told me about you. I'm Mrs Cope." I smiled. "Oh, yes, nice to meet you, the kids all like you a lot." Mrs Cope smiled. "Well, I go and get them." She said and got up.

"Mommy!" Edward said as he came crashing into my legs. I picked him up. "Hey my big boy, you had fun?" I asked. Edward smiled. "Yes, Mrs Cope played with us. But, can we go home now?" he asked. I smiled. "Yes, we can." I said. Just then Jasper and Rosalie came towards me. I sat Edward down again. "Okay, let's go home so we can make lunch and play together, okay?" "Yes!" Jasper said excitedly.

CARLISLE'S POV

"I have never seen an intern that wasn't freaking out when he was told to take care of Jamie." The young woman said as I handled her premature son. She had been in Forks to visit her parents with her husband, when she got into labour. Her husband had already gone back to Chicago because he had to work. Sadly his wife needed to stay a little longer until little Jamie had put on some weight and could go home.

I grinned. "Well, Dr Cullen here is quite experienced with kids. He has two himself." Dr Thomas said. The young woman looked up. "Really? You have kids?" I smiled. "Yes, twins. 4 years old. A boy and a girl." "Well, that must be a stressful life… is your wife at home, caring for them?" I looked a little flustered. "Erm…" I mumbled. "I'm a single father… their mother, left me." I mumbled. The woman nodded. "Oh my god, I'm so sorry!" she said. Dr Thomas shook her head. "After all I heard our young doc found a much better woman…" I sighed as I felt my cheeks go hot again. Couldn't I just do my work? "Is that right?" I sighed. "Yes, she and her son live with me and my kids." I replied. "Another kid?" "He's five. My son and he are great friends already." I answered before handing the little baby over to his mother. "He looks good, Mrs Stanley, already put on some weight. He's a strong boy." I told her smiling. She smiled back. "Thanks Doctor." Suddenly my cell phone rang. I had forgot to put it in silent mode, obviously. Dr Thomas looked at me. "Take it, but make it short." I nodded. "Hello Esme." I said, after glancing at the display. "Hey, I hope I'm not interrupting?" "You're not, I have a few minutes. How are you?" "Good, bit shaky still, you are okay? Dr Chapman looked not too happy." I chuckled. "She kicked me out a few minutes later, I'm working on a different ward today. But I'm good." I replied. "Okay, good. Erm, I actually called because I wanted to know when we should pick you up." Esme said. "Well, My shift ends at 6. Meet me in the parking lot?" I asked. Esme laughed. "Yes, I can't wait." I replied with a smile. "Me neither." Esme said. "I see you later." I hung up and looked back to Dr Thomas who was waiting for me. "Can we go?" she asked. I grinned. "Yes, sorry…" "Your girlfriend? The reason Ruth kicked you out of the ER for today?" I grinned. "Yes, she was my patient… that's how I met her... she was in an accident and I treated her and Edward." Dr Thomas nodded.

My shift with Dr Thomas was quite enjoyable. I enjoyed the calm day away from the ER: There were no real emergencies, most of the babies or mothers only had minor injuries. Also the whole atmosphere was much calmer and friendlier than in the ER. And somehow the time passed a lot faster. Before I knew it my shift was finished and I could go home.

ESME'S POV

I had taken the kids out for a walk through the forest in the afternoon but it soon started to rain and we hurried back inside. I let the boys play with their cars, watching them building ramps out of Carlisle's books while I played with Rosalie.

"Okay, do you want to go and pick Carlisle up?" I asked the kids later, knowing the answer. They all jumped to their feet, completely forgetting about their toys. "Is daddy finished working?" Rose asked excitedly. I nodded. "Let's go!" I said and helped the kids putting their jackets and shoes on.

CARLISLE'S POV

I said my goodbyes to Dr Thomas and went down into my office again, to get my things. I stuffed the bag with Esme's prescription in my coat pocket, knowing full well that if Jasper got his hands on it he would ask a dozen embarrassing questions. Seeing Jasper I now understood why my parents used to tell me I was too curious for my own good as a kid.

I left the hospital and went out into the parking lot, cursing at the rain. I waited under the small roof of the emergency entrance until I saw my car sliding in a parking space. I quickly hurried over and jumped in the passenger seat, shaking the rain out of my hair. "Hello!" I said, leaning over to kiss Esme softly. She smiled back. "Hey…" After I greeted Esme I turned around to the kids. "So were having a good day with Esme?" I asked them. "Yes, we were outside, but it started to rain!" Edward said, pouting a little. I smiled. "Well, if the weather is nice we can go out tomorrow maybe. I have the weekend off." I told the boys. They both grinned happily. Only Rosalie pouted. "I don't want to play soccer… or with cars…" she said. I smiled. "I'll play with you too, sweetie." I said. "Promise?" Rosalie asked. "I promise." I replied.

ESME'S POV

After we got home Carlisle told the kids to play some more while he and I would prepare some dinner. "So, how was your day?" I asked him as we entered the kitchen. Carlisle grinned. "It was good. Dr Thomas is really nice and I enjoyed working with the kids for a change." I said. Esme smiled. "By the way, I have your prescription in my coat pocket." I remembered. "Oh, I should probably get it, before one of the kids finds it…" I said, leaving the kitchen.

After I put the bag on a high shelf so the kids would reach it Carlisle and I finished making dinner.

"I think the lasagna should be ready in a few minutes." I said, glancing at it in the oven. Carlisle smiled, wrapping his arms around me. "Mhhhmmm…" he mumbled, kissing the side of my neck. I shuddered. "We should give the kids a bubble bath, it will make them tired." I mumbled shyly. "I like that thought." Carlisle replied before giving me a soft kiss on the lips. "Can you call the kids to dinner, while I get the lasagna out of the oven?" he asked then. "I think it's ready." I nodded, kissing him again. "Yes."

CARLISLE'S POV

Dinner was delicious and very enjoyable with the kids telling us about their day. I was in a good mood, holding Esme's hand under the table, grinning at her out of the corner of my eye.

"So, would you like to have a bubble bath?" Esme asked the kids after dinner. They all cheered. "Okay, then let's clean up and then we get you into the bath, alright?" I asked. The kids all helped cleaning the table, eager to get into the tub. "Okay you little water rats!" I joked, picking up the boys and ruffling their hair. "Let's get you into the tub!" "And what am I daddy?" Rosalie asked from Esme's arms. I bent over to kiss her cheek. "You're my little mermaid, darling!" I said. Rosie giggled.

We brought the kids into my bathroom because they loved the huge tub in there. Esme filled the tub with warm water and nice lavender foam bath while I helped the kids to get undressed and took a look at Edward's knee. "So buddy, are you having pain still?" I asked. Edward shook his head. "No, only a little bit when I run…" he said. I smiled. "Okay, it also looks really good. After the bath we put the cream on it again and then you should be fine…" I told him. "Okay, can I get in the bath now?" Edward asked impatiently. I chuckled, noticing that Esme had already put Jasper and Rosalie in the water. "Yes, you can." I said, lifting him up and setting him down in the tub. "I'll go get their toys." Esme mumbled, leaving the room and returning minutes later with the boys' plastic sharks and pirate ship and Rosalie's mermaids.

ESME'S POV

The kids enjoyed their bath, having a naval battle with all their toys even. Carlisle and I let them have some fun and just watched that they didn't spill all the water over the edge. As the water began to get cold we got the kids out and wrapped them in fluffy towels. They were rather sleepy already while pulling their pajamas on and didn't even ask for a story that night. Carlisle and I just brought them to bed and waited the few minutes it took them to fall asleep.

I was just leaving Rosalie's room when I met Carlisle in the hallway. "Is she asleep?" he whispered. I nodded. "Yes, as soon as her head hit the pillow." I replied, kissing him softly. "You want to watch a movie and have a bottle of wine, maybe?" he asked me. I smiled. "Yes, I'd like that…"

Carlisle went down into the living room while I made a quick trip into my room. I felt a little nervous knowing Carlisle and me had a quiet and probably romantic night ahead of us. I quickly pulled one of the birth control packages out and took the first pill. Then I went down again to Carlisle.

He was already waiting, handing me a glass of red wine as I sat next to him, snuggling into his side.

CARLISLE'S POV

To say I was nervous was quite the understatement. I knew that Esme and I would probably make love tonight, and I hoped I wouldn't do anything that scared her or mess things up any other way. I cared so much about her it was scaring me. I loved Esme and I was terribly afraid of pushing her away with anything when things got a heated. Don't be silly, things got pretty hot already and she didn't push you away! I told myself, but I wasn't fully convinced. I poured myself a glass of wine while Esme was upstairs and took a big gulp. I needed to relax. I was a man after all, not a little school boy on his first date! I forced myself to relax and filled both glasses again. When Esme came down I handed her the one and smiled as she snuggled up in my side. "Didn't you say something about a movie?" she teased, grinning up at me. I chuckled. "Yes, I guess I did. Let's see…" I mumbled. I got up and looked through the DVDs with Esme standing next to me.

"You own Dirty Dancing?" she suddenly asked, pulling the DVD out. I grinned. "I do." I replied simply. "Can we watch it? I haven't seen it in ages." Esme asked. I smiled. "Yes, let's watch it…" I said, putting the DVD in the player and joining Esme back on the couch.

We snuggled up on the couch as the film began to play. I was absently stroking Esme's oft curls. Esme was humming along to most of the songs and I found myself getting visuals involving Esme hearing some of the lyrics. It was when "hungry eyes" started playing that I pulled Esme to her feet, bringing her body close to mine. I began to sway to the song, my eyes fixed on Esme's face. She was smiling, wrapping her arms around my neck, bringing herself closer to me.

We danced to the song, staring into each other's eyes. "One look at you and I can't disguise, I got hungry eyes…" I hummed softly, pressing a kiss to Esme's neck. I could feel her shiver in pleasure and moved my lips along her throat again, gently kissing or sucking at her soft skin. Esme's hands moved up, fisting in my hair, angling my head so she could reach my lips.

ESME'S POV

Swaying against Carlisle's body to that song was heaven but when he hummed along to the lyrics I thought I would faint. His voice was a deep husky whisper against my ears. I shivered as he placed kisses along my throat and turned his head so I could kiss his lips. My lips crashed against his, pulling him closer, devouring his mouth with my own, feeling so much desire and love I thought I would explode. Carlisle returned my kisses eagerly, wrapping his arms around my waist and hips to pull me closer against his body. We stumbled back to the couch and awkwardly sat down, never parting lips. Carlisle gently pushed me backwards until he was hovering above me, moaning as he left my lips and again peppered my throat and collarbone with hot kisses. "Carlisle…" I moaned lowly, letting my hands run over his strong shoulders and arms. I felt the muscles tense under my touch. My hands began to move to the front of his shirt, fumbling with the buttons while I also tried to place kisses on his neck. "Be mine tonight…" Carlisle hummed softly against the skin of my neck. "Yes…" I mumbled, pulling him up for more kisses. "Let's go… upstairs…" Carlisle mumbled breathlessly as we parted again. I nodded.

Carlisle lifted me up and I instinctively wrapped my legs around his waist. Lips never parting we stumbled up the stairs. Finally in Carlisle's bedroom he set me down on the bed before crawling over me. My breath was coming in short gasps and my whole body ached for Carlisle's touch as I pulled him down on top of me. My hands fisted themselves in his hair.

CARLISLE'S POV

I closed my eyes and sighed as Esme's hands ran over my body. I shivered from her touch. "I love you…" I whispered as I very gently traced the outlines of her body with my hands. Esme writhed beneath my fingers, her eyelids fluttering closed. I kissed her softly, letting my fingers wander under her shirt and over the velvety skin on her stomach. She arched her back against me, her hands wandering over my back, tugging at my shirt. She began to unbutton my shirt, slipping her hands into the opening, touching my chest. I threw my head back and moaned lowly. Esme's touch sent electric jolts through my body. I gently pushed Esme's shirt up a little, exploring her slim waist up to the underside of her breasts. Esme moaned lowly.

ESME'S POV

I fumbled with the buttons on Carlisle's shirt, impatiently tugging them open. I pressed my hands to his naked chest and bit my lip. I had seen him without his shirt several times, but touching his naked skin. It made me shiver. His chest was perfect, well defined but not bulky, just the right amount of muscles. I pushed his shirt off his shoulders, wanting to see more of his body. I marveled at Carlisle's strong arms and sat up so I could lay kisses all over his skin. "You're beautiful…" I mumbled, letting my lips move to his collarbone. Carlisle wrapped his arms tighter around my body, placing me onto his lap. His hands moved up my sides, making me shiver. He rid the shirt up higher, silently asking for my permission to take it off. I let him but after he did suddenly felt self-conscious under Carlisle's intent gaze. I crossed my arms over my chest, trying to cover myself and looked down.

"Shhh… look at me, Esme…" Carlisle whispered, tilting my head up until I met his eyes. "Don't hide, you are beautiful..." he mumbled, gently taking my arms and placing them at my sides. "And this colour on you is driving me insane…" he added, reaching out to run his hands over the purple bra I was wearing. I bit my lip to keep myself from moaning. His gentle touch felt so good. "You're amazing… and I love every little part of you…" he whispered, capturing my lips in a searing kiss while his hands softly cupped my breasts through my bra. I arched my back into his touch, my hands coming to rest on his hips and moving up his back.

Carlisle's lips left mine as he pushed me back on the bed softly, his mouth travelling down over my collarbone, my chest to where my breasts began. His hands carefully peeling the bra straps off my shoulders. I shivered, tensing up again. "Relax Esme… do you trust me?" he mumbled. I nodded. "I do..." "Then let me show you how much I love you… I'll stop if you are feeling uncomfortable, just tell me, but let me try this…" I focused on his gentle voice, whispering soothing words as Carlisle slid my bra down. His lips kissing every inch of my newly exposed skin. I felt waves of heat crash over me as one hand cupped my breast, teasing my nipple, rolling it between his fingers, just to be replaced by his lips. "Carlisle…" I moaned, my hips bucking up. He smiled, his hand caressing my other breast. Then he moved down again, removing my bra completely and kissing along the skin on my stomach, lingering at my navel. My breath hitched as his tongue dipped inside and I cried out in ecstasy. My hands were fisted in his hair, pulling at it. Carlisle moaned lowly, his hot breath washing over my sensitive skin. His hands very massaging my thighs and hips, skimming across the waistband of my jeans. I shuddered lightly as he opened my jeans and began to pull them down my legs, his lips nicking at my hipbones and thighs. I fidgeted, trying to get Carlisle closer to me, desperate to feel his body against mine. I was burning up from the inside.

CARLISLE'S POV

Esme's body was divine. When I pulled her jeans down her legs, leaving her in nothing than tiny purple panties I groaned longingly, fighting my desire and reminding myself that her comfort was my first priority. I discarded her jeans quickly and wrapped my arms around Esme, feeling her naked chest against mine and just barely containing the movement of my hips against her, what I couldn't hold in however was the deep moan that escaped my lips as I felt her pebbled nipples pressed against my skin. I closed my eyes and let my hands stroke along Esme's thigh, over her stomach and down again, feeling her writhing against me, pressing closer to my body and trying to create some friction between us. It took me everything to keep my composure then. I was overwhelmed by my intense emotions. I took a deep breath, trying in vain to calm me down a little. Esme's hands were stroking my shoulders and down my spine, sending shivers all through my body. It seemed she had taken a liking to my upper body. I moved my attention from her neck down again, letting my fingers graze the waistband of her panties, kissing my way down to her stomach, caressing her breasts for a while but quickly moving further down. Esme shuddered and fisted her hands in my hair, her fingernails grazing my scalp and driving me insane with desire.

I was careful and gentle when I nipped at skin, my fingers moving up the inside of her thighs drawing whimpers from Esme's parted lips. She arched her back into my touch and increased her grip on my hair, urging me to go on. My hands moved up to her core, feeling Esme's desire for me soak through her panties. I moaned, burying my head on her stomach, leaving hot open-mouthed kisses there. Esme groaned and whimpered my name, shoving my head down.

ESME'S POV

I whimpered as Carlisle finally pulled my panties down my legs and threw them across the room, the cool air hitting my overheated skin. Just a second later, though his lips kissed me there and I cried out. I felt his tongue graze my sensitive bundle of nerves and blowing his cool breath over it. My breath was coming in ragged gasps, I was biting my lips not to scream out. This was too much to bear. I felt like I might pass out from the simple pleasure. His lips caressed my private body parts, making a writhing and shuddering mess out of me. I had never felt so good in my entire life. My hands left his silky hair, pulling him up to me again, impatiently tugging at his belt until I managed to undo it with shaking hands and shoved his jeans down his legs. Carlisle panted when my hands accidently brushed against his very prominent arousal. He shivered, throwing his head back the muscles on his neck standing out. Amazed that he seemed to enjoy my touch that much I turned us around, hovering over Carlisle. His blue eyes were dark and smoldering as he stared up at me. I averted my gaze, instead looking down at his perfect chest. I had no idea where this sudden burst of confidence came from but it was gone just as quickly. I carefully reached out, running my fingers down his chest until I reached his abs. When I looked up again Carlisle's eyes had drifted close and he was shivering. I swallowed hard, afraid and unsure. "Esme…" Carlisle moaned, knocking me out of my trance. I glanced up, my hand still lingering on his stomach. His gaze was full of love and trust. "This feels so good…" he breathed. My eyes never leaving Carlisle I moved my fingers along the waistband of his shorts, feeling how he shivered lightly. I took a deep breath, pulling Carlisle's shorts down his hips. He lifted his hips up, helping me to get rid of his boxers.

I glanced down at Carlisle's now fully naked body. He was beautiful in every way. My hands caressed his abs again, following the small trail of blonde hair that led to his arousal. Shivering with fear I touched his arousal and heard Carlisle hiss. Encouraged by that sound I gently moved my hand up and down, kneading him softly. Carlisle groaned, his head thrown back in pleasure, his hands gripping the bed sheets tightly. His hips jerking up to meet my hands.

EDWARD'S POV

I woke up and got out of my bed. I had woken up because I heard something and it scared me, though I didn't know what it was that woke me. I tiptoed out of my room, wanting to sleep in the big bed with Carlisle and Mommy. I felt better there. But when I was out into the hallway I heard strange sounds. I stopped. This was my mommy, but her voice sounded strange. And she wasn't saying anything… I could hear no words. Only things like… screams. I got frightened and hid in a dark corner. Was mommy in pain? Was Carlisle hurting her? I was afraid.

"Edward?" I heard Jasper ask and turned around. Just then another strange sound was to be heard. I bit my lip. "Mommy…" I whimpered. Jasper furrowed his brow. "What's that?" he asked. "I think Mommy is hurting…" I mumbled, scared. Jasper shook his head. "But daddy wouldn't hurt Esme…" he said. I shrugged. "But… she sounds like she's in pain…" I argued back. "Let's sleep…" Jasper mumbled, sounding a little frightened himself.

We went back into his room, but I still felt uneasy. "Do you want to cuddle in my bed together?" Jasper asked lowly. I nodded and we crawled into his bed, holding each other. "Do you think Mommy and Carlisle are having a fight?" I asked. Jasper shrugged. "I don't know…" he whined. I snuggled up to Jasper, trying to forget the strange sounds I heard and fall asleep again.

CARLISLE'S POV

"Oh gooooooood…" I moaned, fisting bed sheets so tightly my knuckles turned white. I had to stop Esme, I couldn't bare this much longer. "Esme…" I begged with a husky voice. "Stop… uuh…." Instantly Esme let go of me, moving away. "I'm sorry…" she mumbled. My eyes snapped open, confused. I met her gaze. "I didn't know… sorry, I thought you liked that…" she whispered. I quickly sat up, pulling Esme on my lap, ignoring the twitching of my cock that so desperately wanted to fill her. "I did…" I replied, making her look into my eyes and kissing her softly. "I did, I liked it, a little too much I fear…" I told her, kissing her again. Esme stared at me, after a second blushing and looking down. I grinned. "Don't be shy… I just have other plans for us..." I whispered in her ear. "I let you have your way with me later…" I teasingly murmured in her ear. Esme shuddered.

I gently changed our positions, pushing Esme back on the bed so I was above her. "You are beautiful, stunning and I love you… every little part of you…" I murmured as I kissed along her neck at the same time grazing her wet folds with my tip. I smiled as Esme's eyes drifted back and reminded myself to go slowly. I would make this perfect for her. "Carlisle… more…" she begged, lifting her hips up a bit. I bit my lip, slowly and very carefully pushing myself inside her, my brow furrowed in concentration. I felt like I could lose control any second. Esme felt so good around me. "So good… so tight…" I groaned, burying my head in the crook of her neck, taking a few deep breaths, giving us both time to adjust to the feeling of being so intimately joined.

I set a slow pace I pulled myself almost all the way out of her before pushing back in, the created friction making us both moan in indescribable pleasure. Esme held on to my arms, her fingernails digging into the skin.

ESME'S POV

I lifted my hips up slightly, meeting Carlisle's slow thrusts. This felt absolutely amazing. I had never knew that anything could feel as good as this. With every movement, every soft kiss Carlisle left on my hot skin I could feel his love for me. His hands were stroking my face, down to my breasts, his lips sucking at the skin on my throat making me moan. I captured his lips in a breathless kiss, pouring everything I felt into that kiss. I wanted to show him just how good he made me feel. His blond hair was slightly ruffled, a few strands falling into his eyes and I brushed them back, running my hands over his body, feeling every muscle tense under my touch, eliciting breathless moans and cries of pleasure from him.

His thrusts became a little faster as I felt a something in my stomach tighten. I tightened my grip on him. "Carlisle… more…" I begged, needing the friction to release some of the tension I felt. But it only increased the feeling in my stomach, tightening the knot and sending waves of heat through my body. "Esme… I'm…" Carlisle mumbled, whispering incoherent things as kiss kisses grew more frantic, his movements more erratic.

I tensed up, helplessly clinging to Carlisle's body, suddenly terribly afraid of losing control. This was too much to bear. I couldn't… "Esme…" Carlisle murmured, his eyes locking with mine. "Let yourself fall… trust me…" he pleaded, thrusting a bit harder. I took a deep breath and closed my eyes, allowing the whirlwind of emotions that was about to crash over me. Carlisle thrust into me once more, grazing the sensitive bundle of nerves with his body and I screamed out as I felt the knot in my stomach explode. I clawed at Carlisle's body, feeling like I was drowning in all the pleasure. I held on to him tightly, shivering helplessly, crying out his name. And just when I thought it was over another wave crashed over me as I felt Carlisle twitch inside me before he came undone.

Shivering, screaming each other's names, wrapped in each other's arms we rode out our orgasm together, finally falling back into the pillows, totally exhausted. Carlisle was hovering over me, his arms shaking with the effort but not ready to put his weight on me, so I simply turned us around. His arms wrapped themselves around my still shuddering body, holding me close. "I love you…" he mumbled, kissing my swollen lips. "And I love you…" I replied, putting my head down on his chest, listening to his erratic heartbeat.

CARLISLE'S POV

I had never felt so whole, so complete or so exhausted in my entire life than when I lay there with Esme in my arms, still trying to catch our breaths. I lightly stroked through her caramel curls, closing my eyes in deep satisfaction. I doubted I even had enough strength left in me to pull the covers up around us. I was completely spent. With huge effort I wrapped the duvet around Esme and me, closing my eyes afterwards. I felt Esme smile against my skin and snuggle up to my body. "Thank you…" she whispered. I looked at her. "For showing me what love could be like…" I hugged her tightly. "I love you, more than anything in this whole world… you are my world…" I replied.

We lay still in each other's arms for a while before Esme began to move again. I was lazily stroking her back when I felt her hands travel down my chest. A grin spread across my face and a sound almost like a purr rumbled in my chest…

ESME'S POV

I snuggled up to Carlisle's body, feeling completely happy and content. He wrapped his arms tightly around me, sighing in the darkness. I smiled and pressed one last kiss to his chest before my eyes drifted shut and I sunk into the deepest sleep ever.

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