Note: Just a reminder, this chapter takes place three months later.

BPOV

Month after month passed by and before I knew it I was four months pregnant.

It was late summer, it was hot, sunny and there were tons of skinny ladies wearing bikini's and short shorts. It sucked to see so many skinny girls being able to wear what they want and not have to worry about the heat. They were able to enjoy the summer with their friends, go to the beach and flirt with guys. The simple life. It pissed me off; my life was anything but easy. In fact, I don't think I've ever had it easy.

How come they have it so easy?

What did they do in their life that rewarded them so well?

I never got to play in the surf.

I never felt fully confident in my body to show it off like that.

I never had the courage or tools to flirt with a bunch of hot guys growing up.

I kept to myself in school, a total bookworm.

I missed out on so much as a teenager growing up.

And now I'm force to grow up passed my young years and take care of a baby.

I feel cheated.

It's just not fair.

"God, it's hot." I stressed, removing the sweat from my forehead and fanning myself with my free hand.

"Oh, come on Bella, it's beautiful out, just look at that view." Alice said on a total high as she opened the door to the bridal store.

"It's hot, that's what it is and I can't even wear a bikini because I got this fat bump showing." I said tugging on my clothes.

"You're having a baby; it's a beautiful thing Bell. You need to stop stressing about the little things and take that in." Alice said in her cheerful voice as she began scanning the racks for dresses.

"Okay, whatever you say. I don't even know why we're here. I probably won't even fit in my dress on your wedding day, considering I'll be double the size I am now." I bickered.

"Enough already!" Alice exclaimed, throwing her hands out in frustration.

"What?" I questioned a little scared over her sudden outburst.

"Bella I can't take it anymore. Your complaints are driving me nuts. Have you noticed every time someone mentions about the fact that you're pregnant or anything baby wise you flinch or respond with negative comments? You should count your blessings, you have a man that love you and is willing to be there for you and you're having his baby. Some of us aren't so lucky." Alice stated, walking off to another rack of dresses on the far end of the room.

"What do you mean by, us, Alice?" I asked as I jogged over to her.

Alice's hand paused mid-search and she turned to face me.

"Remember when I told you I had a pregnancy scare myself a while back? Well, I went to the doctor to be certain I wasn't pregnant. I not only find out I wasn't pregnant but I found out I was never going to be pregnant, I'm infertile."

"Alice, why didn't you tell me?"

"You were busy in your woe is me moment, I didn't want to ruin it." She said with a snicker.

"I'm so sorry Alice."

"It's okay it's not the end of the world, I mean, there's always adoption and I'm getting married to the man I love, that's all that matters…now what about this dress?" Alice asked through watery eyes, trying to keep her composure as she held up a pretty, white, wedding dress up to her small form.

"What do you think?"

"You would look beautiful in that dress, Jasper would love it." I praised my brave friend.

"He would, wouldn't he?" She gushed with glee, eyeing herself in the mirror.

"Excuse me Miss, I would like to try this one on." Alice announced to a worker.

EPOV

A lot has happened over the last few months. I passed my music class with Mr. Volturi and I was now one step closer to my goal.

I almost ran into Victoria once at work. It was my second month working at Sinful Pleasures that the incident happened. I was helping one of my fellow bartenders unload alcohol from a delivery truck when Victoria pulled up in her expensive, red, sporty car.

As soon as she opened her car door I sprinted back to the truck pretending to get more liquor but really hiding out.

According to Laurent, Victoria was curious about her new worker, never seeing him around. He told her I was a shy guy compared to the others and that it was just bad timing, considering I was never around when she came in. In reality, it was more like good and very careful timing on my part.

I always knew when Victoria was coming in. I noticed everyone would try to be more on their game on days she came in. Trying to earn brownie points hoping Victoria would see and possibly give them a raise.

The problem was finding out what time she would pop in. Sometimes she would come over early in the morning before the club was open. Other times it was late at night.

I was two and half months into working at Sinful Pleasures when I noticed some peculiar behavior going on. There were lots of money exchanges under the tables and whispers in the ear. I grew suspicious and inform Kami. She told me I needed hard proof and that she couldn't just go on instinct.

I complained to Laurent about the back alley being very dark and dangerous for the employees' safety and that it might be smart to install a video camera for security matters and that I knew a guy who could do it for half price.

He bought it and I had one of the older male cops from Kami's work come undercover and put in the camera.

It worked like a charm and two weeks later we caught a good deal of workers doing the deed and other acts to shut down business for good and even land a few workers in jail including Victoria.

Kami stood by her word and promised to help me find a job to help further my career. I hadn't heard back from her but I have faith she will pull through for me.

I spent my time focus on school, signing up for next semester classes and working towards my future.

Now with my demons behind me and with Bella still by my side I felt on top of the world. It was because of her I became stronger, and was able to see all I was worth.

BPOV

I sat on the couch exhausted as Edward came over and sat next to me.

"Planning a wedding is draining, I want a simple wedding, I can't handle all the time and energy that goes into planning an all over the top wedding. I can't go through all this work and stress twice. Alice is lucky she is my best friend, I wouldn't go through all this torture for just anybody."

"Where did that come from?" Edward asked confused.

"Where did what come from?"

"You want a simple wedding?"

"I didn't say that, did I?"

Edward chuckles.

"Yeah."

"Oh, well, I didn't mean it. I'm tired, I'm not thinking clearly. I just meant if someone asked me what I preferred a big extravagant wedding or a simple, low key one. I would pick low key because it's less work, that's all."

"Oh, okay then." Edward said before leaning down and whispering to my belly.

"What are you doing?" I asked amused at his kooky behavior.

"It's my baby inside there; I want him or her to know my voice." He stated proudly.

"Hey in there." He said, rubbing circles against my stomach.

It was a very sweet and somewhat arousing touch. I tried to ignore my sexual desires not wanting to cheapen a genuine moment.

"Edward, I'm sure the baby will know who you are when the time comes." I told him as he removed his hands and rested his head against my stomach, sighing contently.

"I know, I'm just saying hi. I want him or her to know they're loved, even if there conception wasn't planned."

I ran a hand through his hair watching as he continued having a low conversation with my stomach. His hand gently cradled the bottom half of my bump as if afraid to hurt the baby.

I love this man.

He is a gentle, beautiful, human being.

And he chose me.

How did I get so lucky?

"Hey…" I voiced causing Edward to look up turning his attention to me.

"…I love you."

"I love you too." He said smiling widely before leaning down giving my stomach a gentle kiss

"And I love you." He whispered to my baby bump.

"I'm going to take a quick shower and clean myself up, I'll be back." Edward voiced giving me a kiss before making his way to the bathroom.

"I'll be waiting." I called out with a smile on my face.

As the sound of the water filled the air I brought my attention to a magazine nearby and began flipping through it.

I was half way through when I heard the familiar jingle of Edward's cell phone.

I looked on the table and in the cushion of the sofa until I found the ringing device. By the time I grabbed it the call ended and a note stating Edward had a voice message filled the screen.

Curious and a little bored I hit the call button and listened to the message.

"Hey Edward, it's Rose. Umm… call me. Maybe we can get together soon. I'm at the usual hotel. (snickers) You know the place, bye."

I froze in my spot, replaying the message again in my head. It didn't sound like a normal message. There was definitely something unsaid on the message.

Why didn't the woman clearly state who she was?

Rose, who the fuck is Rose?

I never heard of a Rose before?

Edward's an only child, it couldn't be a sibling.

What did she mean usual hotel?

Does Edward meet up with her a lot?

Is he escorting again?

Who the fuck is Rose!

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