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Twilight=SM's Surviving=Mine!

BPOV

I could spend the rest of my life kissing him and it wouldn't be long enough. His hands are in my hair, pulling my face closer to his. Our lips fit together perfectly, like his were made for mine.

"Well, since you two are finally together, why don't you join your mother and me in the kitchen so we can discuss moving Bella out of your bedroom." Carlisle laughs as we jump apart. He drops a bag into the trash can and heads back into the house.

Edward's jaw just about hits the ground as he watches his father's retreating form. "Shit" he mumbles running his hand through his hair.

I giggle at his startled expression, "Never the wiser huh?" My laughter quickly subsides as reality hits. They know I've been staying here! I'm going to have to leave Forks…leave my friends…leave Edward!

"Hey…it'll be okay Bella. I promise." He pulls me into a hug and kisses the top of my head. "I love you."

I squeeze him tighter. "I love you too Edward." He pulls back and leads me towards the house.

I can't help but shake a little when we step into the kitchen. His parents are loading the dish washer and putting leftovers away. "Please have a seat." Esme nods towards the kitchen table. "Just let me start this load and we'll be right over."

Edward pulls out my chair for me and then plops down in his own, pulling his chair closer and taking my hand. He pulls it to his lips for a quick kiss and winks at me. "Breathe baby. It's going to be fine."

The sound of two chairs scraping across the floor pulls our attention from each other. His parents sit down and look between the two of us. "So, who would like to explain first?" Esme asks leaning back in her chair.

"What are you talking about mom?" Edward says coolly, mirroring her position.

"Edward Anthony Cullen don't you dare play dumb with us." She scolds him lightly. "We've known that Bella has been here since day one."

"I'm sorry!" I rush out, all eyes turn towards me. "I don't want Edward to get in trouble for me. I will leave."

"No!" Edward's grips my hand harder.

I look at him. "Edward, I won't let you get into trouble because of me. I love you too much to do that" I turn back to his parents. "Dr. Cullen, Mrs. Cullen…I'm so sorry that I went behind your backs. I want to thank you for letting me stay as long as I have. If you'll let me stay tonight I promise to leave as soon as the sun is up." I say before I lose my courage.

Edward slams his hand on the table, making me jump. "I said no! You can't leave. You aren't leaving."

"Edward…" I start to say but he cuts me off.

"If she leaves, so do I." He says glaring at his parents.

My eyes widen and my mouth drops open. What the hell! I look sheepishly over at them, but instead of looking furious they look…amused?

"Well son I think, what with your sudden flair for dramatics and all, the drama department at your school is currently missing one hell of an addition." Carlisle says as both he and Esme laugh.

"Edward, sweetheart, no one said we were asking Bella to leave." Esme reaches across the table and put her hand on Edward's. "But we do need to know she's hiding in your room."

"Bella did you run away from your parents? Do they know you're here?" Carlisle asks me. I shake my head and look down at the table.

"Bella look at me." Esme implores me. I meet her eyes, barely containing my tears. "We are not here to judge you. You can trust us. Please tell us."

Edward puts his arm around me and places a kiss on my temple. "It's okay baby."

I take a deep breath, "No sir, they don't know I'm here and I didn't run away from them…they were murdered."

Esme gasps and Carlisle pulls her to him. "Bella if you don't mind my asking, when did this happen?"

"My father when I was five… my mom about two months ago." I wipe the tears away and look down again. "I'm sorry to get you involved in this."

I feel two gentle arms wrap around me. "Oh sweetheart!" Esme cries "You poor sweet girl. Who were you staying with in town? Family?"

"No. My parents were only children and my grandparents passed away before I was born. I was staying at the motel, but I ran out of money." I hug her back, relishing in the feel. It's been too long since I had my mom's arms around me.

"Why don't we head into the living room?" Carlisle stands. "These chairs are a little unforgiving on my back and I have a feeling I'll need to be a bit more comfortable to hear the rest."

EPOV

"Edward why don't you get Bella set up in one of the guest rooms and then meet us in my office." My dad whispers as I stand up holding a sleeping Bella in my arms. I nod, not wanting to wake her, to let him know I would.

It had been a long night. My girl had been so fucking brave during the whole thing. She told my parents everything and even comforted my mom when she broke down. Her strength never ceases to amaze me.

I push the door to the room across from mine open with my foot. I wish she could stay in mine still, but I understand where my parents are coming from. I still can't believe I snapped at them before. But the thought of Bella leaving and living on the streets again…I couldn't contain my anger.

Once I get her settled in her bed, I head down to my dad's office. I knock once and open the door. "You wanted to see me?" He looks up from his computer.

"Take a seat. Your mom will be right in." as he says it she walks through the door, carrying a tray of drinks.

"Darling." She hands my dad a scotch on the rocks, his drink of choice when he's feeling stressed out. "Edward." She turns handing me a cup of hot chocolate.

"Thanks mom. Look I want to apologize to you…both of you. I reacted harshly earlier. It was uncalled for and I shouldn't have raised my voice at you."

"Now that we know her past we understand why you did…not to say we're thrilled about it, but we understand." My dad says as he takes a sip of his drink.

"Love makes you do things you've never done before." My mom sits next to me. "It is nice to see you acting your age for once though." She lets out a soft laugh.

"Thanks, I think" I run my hand through my hair for what feels like the millionth time tonight.

"She's so strong…so brave." My mom takes a drink of her wine. "She really is remarkable Edward."

"You don't have to tell me that." I set my drink down and look over to my dad. "So what's up?"

"We just wanted to make sure you're doing okay. It's a lot to take in." My dad looks between my mom and me. "She's been through a lot in her life and it can't be easy for you to hear."

"I love her dad and it kills me to know all the pain she's had to endure." I pinch the bridge of my nose. "I want to hunt him down…I want to hurt him."

"I know son. I know." He glances back down to his computer. "We want you to know that Bella is more than welcome to stay as long as she likes."

"I'll tell her in the morning. I know she's worried." a yawn escapes me.

"Go on now sweetheart, get some sleep." My mom leans over and kisses me "I Love you Edward."

"Love you too mom." I stand up and head towards the door. "Dad?"

"Yes son?"

"Are you going to tell anyone she's here?" He looks up at me and runs a hand through his hair; a habit I picked up from him. "It's just that she's petrified he will find her if her name gets out. Afraid he will show up and ki…" I trail off unable to continue.

My dad gets up and stands in front of me. "Not right now. I would like to keep this to ourselves until I can figure some stuff out." He pulls me into a hug. "I'm here for you Edward. Both your mother and I are. Please don't hesitate to come to us for anything. Now go to bed. It's been a long night and you're exhausted."

I nod. "Okay. Thanks dad… for everything." I head out and close the door.

I climb the stairs slowly, feeling the last of my energy drain from my body. I reach my room and throw myself onto my bed, not even bothering to remove my shoes. I'm asleep before I can count to ten.

"She really told them? Everything?!" Alice's voice rings out.

"Quiet Alice! Bella is still asleep." I know I'm overreacting. Bella is in her room on the third floor and Alice and I are currently sitting at the breakfast bar.

"Relax Edward. I think you need a nap" She giggles as she pours herself another glass of orange juice.

"Well maybe if a certain Pixie didn't jump on my bed at 7am, on a Saturday no less, I would have gotten enough sleep." I feel like I'm running on fumes.

"Well how was I supposed to know you didn't go to sleep until 4am? I saw you for all of fifteen minutes last night…you and Bella sure know how to put on a show though." She winks as she hops off the barstool.

"We weren't putting on a show. You just get your kicks by watch your cousin and his girlfriend share an intimate moment." I laugh.

"Girlfriend?!" She squeals and hops up and down. "Oh I can't wait for Rose to get here!"

"When will Rose be here?" Bella's soft voice calls from behind. I stand up and go to her.

"Morning my love." I pull her in and press my lips to hers.

"OH. MY. GOD! You two are so fucking adorable!" Leave it to Emmett to ruin the moment.

"What an asshole" I mumble against Bella's lips. She giggles and places a quick kiss on my lips before she pulls away. "Hungry love?" she nods and I pull a chair out for her.

"What would you like? Eggs…Oatmeal…Bagel…Yogurt?" I call out while searching through the fridge.

"Yogurt and a bagel sound good." I grab a strawberry yogurt from the fridge and throw a bagel into the toaster for her.

"So what's the agenda for today?" Rose asks as she grabs an apple from the counter.

"Well we won't need to clean the basement this year." I say as I put Bella's breakfast down in front of her. She gives me a shy smile. "Apparently my mom couldn't sleep last night so she took care of it for us."

"Why couldn't she sleep?" Jasper asks as he places a glass of juice in front of my girl.

"Thanks Jasper." Bella says as she takes a sip. I smile and nod my thanks at him.

"Seems Ms. Bella here has been sharing her story with the rents" Alice jumps onto the counter to sit. "Do you know how proud we are of you?"

"Wow…you have guts Bells!" Emmett picks her up and spins her around.

"Emmett put my girl down. She's trying to eat" I shake my head.

"Sorry." He laughs and puts her down. "But really Bells that's great! Esme and Carlisle are like second parents to us…hell out of all of our parents Edward's are the most understanding. If I need advice I always go to them first."

"My parents are definitely rock stars." I gloat. I know how lucky I am to have them.

"If we're 'rock stars' does that make you all our groupies?" my dad laughs as he walks into the kitchen and presses the button on his coffee maker. Once it starts to brew he turns and looks at Bella.

"Bella did Edward extend our invitation to you?" she looks at me and shakes her head.

"Thanks dad…now I look like an ass. I was going to tell you after you finished breakfast. Mom and dad said you can stay as long as you want."

"Thank you Dr. Cullen." Her eyes glisten with unshed tears.

"Carlisle." He says

"Carlisle." She repeats.

"Alright gang, Esme fell asleep about an hour ago so please try to keep it down today." We all nod as he pours coffee into his travel mug. "I'll be at the hospital all day but if you need anything give me a call. See you tonight." He grabs his bag and heads out the door.

"So agenda for today?" Rose asks again.

"Well since Bella has been trapped here for weeks why don't we drive down to Port Angeles and catch a movie?" Alice hops down from the counter. "We can grab lunch while we're down there. Maybe start our Christmas shopping?"

"It's November first." Bella says, sounding confused.

"Baby, you're talking to the girls who take a month to plan a Halloween party." I laugh and Bella joins in.

"You get used to them over time." Jasper shrugs as he heads towards the hall to grab his and Alice's coats, Emmett and Rose following him out.

"Laugh all you want but mark my words Bella, years from now you'll be thanking us for teaching you our wise ways!" She disappears into the hall.

"Years from now…" Bella trails off, lost in her thoughts.

"Yes Bella, years." I lean down and kiss her. "You're stuck with us now."

"I wouldn't want it any other way." She says kissing me back.