I OWN NOTHING. SM OWNS IT ALL.

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The Job.

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Chapter ten.

In my room I just kicked my converse off and launched myself at the bed. I had a lot to think about. Couldn't really be bothered to phone my parents or sisters. I wasn't a kid, didn't need to report in like Bella, if that's what she was doing.. I closed my eyes willing myself to relax just a bit. So much had fucking happened since I started this job. Was it worth all this anguish? In ordinary circumstances I'd say no, but Bella was worth it. She was absolutely lovely. My fucking head is going ten to the dozen. Deep breaths I needed to calm down.

What did it all mean this shite with Bella?

Bella's story to tell Emmett had said. I would just have to wait till she felt comfortable with telling me if she ever would. Yeah that's what I would do. I would wait, had to. Get to know her properly, be there for her. And try not to think so much about it all even though it niggled at me. Good idea Edward! Already I could feel myself starting to relax. Thank god.
I hope Emmett hadn't taken offense to my little outburst, he did smack me one. And I deserved it, like he said I didn't know fuck all about it. Right calm yourself Ed. Calm. Wish I could fall asleep for a bit, that wasn't going to happen though I was too alert.

I lay there motionless just staring at the ceiling. It was quite peaceful and I was glad of the quiet time. I'd been in my room now for a few hours because it was half-past four. Maybe I should get up, nah it wouldn't hurt to stay here a while longer, it wasn't as if I had work to do. Holiday as Emmett put it, and I could understand why with all the crap that went on here. Ahh...Beautiful, beautiful Bella wish she was mine, I'd cherish her for as long as she wanted me. Well she's married to creep of the century. And Emmett did say they would always be together, was I just as bad as "the dude" as I liked to call him? Wonder if him and Kate were together now. I mean I lusted after a married woman, and if Bella wanted to be with me, I wouldn't fucking hesitate. I'd whisk her off and have no quarms about it, huh Mr Baker? Who the fuck is he? He wouldn't see me for dust.

I could hear movement in the main room, then a small knock on my door.

"Come in the door's unlocked."

Bella opened the door, she had a plate in her hand. But didn't come in my room any further.

"Hey Bella come on in, are you alright?"

"Sure just brought you some brownies before Emmett scoffs them all. I like baking and don't get a chance to do it much these days."

I patted the bed, she looked unsure but she sat down anyway. Why didn't she get the chance? Probaly because they had a cook I guess.

"Those look delicious Bella, I do like a brownie. Thanks for thinking of me, Emmett does like to eat doesn't he."

"Yeah like no one I've ever seen. So you fancy watching a movie tonight with me and Em? We're going to get some beers and order pizza."

"Are you sure I won't be in the way?"

"Don't be silly Edward, I want you too. Edward it's so great you're here, I can't tell you it's like having a link to my old life again. Do you remember are classes together?"

"Course I do, we always got on, didn't we?"

"Yes we did, you're one of the few people I talked to at school. Hey do you remember when you asked me to a school dance? I was that shocked, I turned you down in a nice way. Funny that I'd wanted to say yes, but you Edward Cullen, asking me? I was stunned to be honest, silly really because I really liked you."

"Hold on a minute Bella, you wanted to say yes? You liked me? God I wish you had of done. I really liked you then Bella, I mean a lot, you were always on my mind. And Bella I do still like you, Bella don't look away please and I'm sorry if I'm making you uncomfortable but that's how I feel, nothing has changed. I'm glad I'm here too, I get to see you again."

"You're a good man Edward..."

Bella started to cry, tears freely flowing down her blushing cheeks. Fuck, me and my big mouth! Why did I say that? Because I mean it that's why.

"Hey Bella don't cry I'm sorry if I offended you, I'm out of line. Sorry sweetheart, hey sshhh."

I scooted closer, putting my arm around her and moving the brownies to my bedside cabinet. Her head fell on my shoulder her body trembling with her emotion.

"Edward that was nice what you said. You didn't offend me. Sorry for being an idiot."

"You're far from being an idiot Bella, you're lovley."

I kissed her forehead lightly, her skin was so soft. Her head jerked up till it was level with mine. Shit maybe I shouldn't of done that. Her eyes were such an expressive deep brown. She was staring into my eyes, hunting for something, did she trust me?

"Kiss me Edward. Show me what I missed out on all those years ago."

What the hell? Was she serious? I never expected to hear that. Only one way to find out I guess. Fuck the fact she's married to creepio. All my previous rules went out of the window. I conveniently forgot. Smiling wider than I ever had before.

I moved my head a bit closer, hesitating a little she could still change her mind. But no she was going for it just like me. Our lips touched a little, then we parted slightly looking into each others eyes, licking my lips in anticipation, she did too. No stopping us then our mouths moulded together. Pure bliss! Soft, tasty and juicy her mouth a sensational experience that caused butterflies in my stomach and an erection that could cut glass.

I licked her bottom lip slowly with my tongue asking permission to enter that sweet mouth. Her tongue rubbed against mine so delicately, it was everything and more. The passion that consumed me was enormous, kissing Bella was what my mouth was made to do. Parting for air she put her head in the crook of my neck nuzzling. I just carried on holding her tight both my arms around her now.

"Bella I've wanted to do that ever since I saw you at the interview."

"Me too Edward, I know I shouldn't. But I can't help myself, I like you too."

I just held her closer, it felt right, she felt right.

What was that noise? Emmett was shuffling around in the main room, my door was open still. Shit, thought he was out somewhere or in his room. Had he heard?

"Bella, would you come out here a minute please? I need to talk to you."

Apparently so.

She looked at me with such a hopeless expression, I reluctantly let her go and she got up and went into the main room closing the door behind her. I laid back down on my bed, waiting, for what I didn't know.

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A/N. Small chapter I know but it was necessary. The next chapter will be a big one, and all will be revealed. Thankyou for the reviews last chapter, it makes my day. I'm struggling a bit with some American words, like when Edward kicked off his converse, at the time I couldn't for the life of me remember the American term for what we in England call trainers, I do know now though it's sneakers. So please bare with me. Well that's all, hope you enjoyed it!

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