Hey guys! I know it's been a long time since I've updated on this story but I'm back from hiatus and I will be posting new chapters every Monday until the final chapter. I hope that the avid followers of this story are still sticking around to see what's in store for Bella and Edward's future. Until further ado, here's a late Christmas present from me to you and Happy New Year!

-xoxoxo imaginative uniqueness :)


Chapter 11: Bittersweet

"Be more careful with that, those are from my mom!" I hollered at Jake, who was carrying a box full of knick knacks Renee bought for me on our many trips across the country.

"I got it Bells, don't worry about it. Chill out." Edward, Emmett and Jasper sniggered at my apparent stressful mood and I scowled, shooting multiple eye daggers in their direction. Charlie just shook his head smirking as he walked by carrying a few boxes and put them in the moving truck.

Today was moving day and it was bittersweet. The good part about moving to Port Angeles was that I would be closer to Edward and my new job. The bad part is that I have to leave my best friend Jake, and most importantly Charlie. I don't like the idea of leaving him alone even though he constantly reassures me he'll do just fine by himself and he won't be too much in the house anyways.

"Bella," Edward spoke as locked me in an embrace, "take a few deep breaths and relax. Don't over exert yourself; everything is going to be ok. Charlie will be fine by himself—he did when you were away at school. He'll manage on his own." I sighed as I inhaled and exhaled, slowly relaxing into his form. "Edward is right, Bells", Charlie interjected, "I'll barely be home since I'll be at the station and at Billy's. Don't stress yourself over your old man." I let go of Edward and gave my dad a hug, not wanting to let him go.

After the last box was placed in my new apartment, the guys and I kicked back on the new comfortable sectional sofa Esme and Carlisle bought as a housewarming gift, and enjoyed a few beers. I wasn't too keen on drinking beer so I had wine coolers and sat next to Edward, chatting and making a joke or two. I thought about Charlie (he couldn't come with us on the trip because he had to be at the station) and Renee. I excused myself and made brief calls to both of my parents, letting them know I was settled in. Charlie was coming tomorrow for the housewarming party Alice had strategically planned in my honor and Renee would be coming next month in September for my birthday. Afterwards, I entertained my guests for a few more hours before everyone made their way home. Edward stayed behind and we began to unpack a few of the most important boxes such as dishes, toiletries, bedding, and my clothes. Once the task was done, we ordered pizza and decided to watch a movie.

"What do you want to watch?" I asked between taking a bite of pizza.

"You choose but I would much rather like to watch you, Bella." I noticed the seductive tone in his voice, my eyes instantly drawn to his. They were dark with lust and need. I swallowed the remnants of my pizza and bit my lip. At that moment, his eyes moved down to my mouth and he leaned into me. Our breaths became ragged as we attacked each other's lips, our tongues mingling, creating a synchronized rhythm. I felt like my body was on fire, shivering in delight as me gently sucked on the sweet spot behind my earlobe and on my neck. Intense tingling sensations were making their way from the spots he kissed and sucked on to directly to my nether regions. I was so wet and I wanted him like I've never wanted him before. Tonight, I wanted our bodies to lose control of what we both wanted. What we needed and craved for. What we denied each other for months. Now was the time and it was absolutely necessary.

I wanted him. In my bed. Inside me. Now.


A/N: I hate to leave a cliffy but it was so necessary for the anticipation. Tune in next Monday for the next chapter :)