He watched my expression closely, most likely looking for any hint of deception. A look of joy flooded his face as he read the truth from my eyes.

"You seem surprised." I said teasing as I walked on

"I had hoped." He confessed, catching up to me "But I could only hope, I couldn't be sure"

"Until now?" I said

"Yes, until now" he said playfully as he darted past me only to turn and envelope me into his embrace. I felt my breath whoosh out as I gasped in surprise

"Edward!" I cried happily as he took off running. I was shocked to say the least at the sheer speed; I began to feel nauseous, but closed my eyes in an attempt to quell the feeling.

But soon the motion stopped and I was placed on the ground. Afraid to open my eyes, I cautiously blinked them open. What I saw was brilliant. No words could ever describe the sight that was before my eyes. Edward, in the sun was beyond beautiful. He looked like an angel, and I gasped.

"Oh Edward!"

"As you can see, I wasn't exaggerating when I said I couldn't go out into the Sun." he chuckled

I got to my knees and I moved to touch his face. I hesitated, not knowing if he would be upset by this action. But instead he sensed my hesitation and grasped my hand, pulling it to cup his face.

"I can be myself with you" he murmured softly

I was speechless as I felt his cheek, and then his ear. I soon ran my hand through his hair. I was so caught up in the moment that I forgot myself.

I just stared into his blazing topaz eyes, as if in a trance.

"Say something" he spoke sweetly

"You are magnificent, Edward." I looked away troubled by this turn of events.

"What is it love?" Edward pulled my chin so I was once again, seeing him

"It's nothing" I sighed and moved to get up. I then was able to look around at the meadow we were in. I turned, to take it all in. Once again, I felt my breath leave me. I was overwhelmed by all of this beauty surrounding me…. plain old me.

Edward seemed to sense the change in my demeanor and was cautious.

"Bella, tell me what you are thinking?" he requested

"I'm feeling very tiny, and insignificant at this moment." I closed by eyes and sighed deeply

"Bella" Edward breathed, "You are the most important thing to me."

I looked at his eyes and saw the truth radiating back at me

"Edward, this is all just too perfect." I finally admitted

"Too Perfect?" he questioned

"Yes" I moved away from him and looked around at the meadow. I took several steps away from him and ran my hand along the tall mixture of grasses and wildflowers. "I could never in my wildest dreams have ever created this vision before me."

I moved my hand to my cheek and wiped away the tear that had escaped my eye.

"Why are you crying?" Edward asked cautiously

"I'm happy Edward" I admitted "I finally feel truly happy" I smiled as I said the last word and began to laugh as I felt the first drops of rain fall from the sky.

"We should get you back" Edward said as he took my hand

I turned to meet his eyes, and noticed now with the sun shielded behind the clouds, he no longer sparkled "Please, lets stay" I begged as I pulled away and raised my face to the rain "This has been so amazing, I don't want it to ever end"

I thought I heard him chuckle as I continued to move within the confines of the meadow. I knelt down and plucked several wildflowers from the ground. The rain that picked up in strength felt so good against my skin. I ran towards the edge of the grass and moved under the protective canopy of the trees.

Edward was at my side instantly" Had enough?" he chuckled, as he pushed a strand of wet hair from my forehead.

"No!" I laughed and ran back to the meadow. In the distance I thought I heard Edward's cell ring but I was caught up in the sights and sounds surrounding me. The meadow, in the rain, smelled of the fragrant wildflowers that it contained. The hint of moss and oak permeated in the distance from the forest.

I spun around and fell to the ground smiling. This was amazing; I felt a rejuvenation of life. I felt peace and happiness and most of all love. I had never felt anything like this in my life. I was so grateful to be given this gift, a mere thank you could never do.

"Bella?" Edward called out, a slight tone of worry hung on his voice

I popped up and waved him over. I slowly made his way to me, and bent down next to me.

"That was Alice" he paused "She recommends that we head home now" he reached for my hand.

I placed my hand in his "Is everything okay?"

"Well, it's just something Alice said that has me concerned"

"Well?" I pushed

"It's nothing really, she just sees others of our kind coming soon. So I might be a little overbearing for a while" he chuckled at the prospect

"You overbearing?" I laughed with him "Never!" I said in a facetious tone

"We better get you out of this rain" he said seriously, as he picked me up and began to run again. I closed my eyes as before and soon, within minutes we were back at the car.

This time however I was unable to control the nausea. I pulled away from him and leaned over a fallen tree trunk.

"Bella?" Edward called nervously

"I'm fine" I managed

"It was just the running. I'll be fine" I lied

"Here, let me get you home" he said helping me up and to the car

I must have fallen asleep, because I was woken by Edward's melodic voice calling my name softly "Bella, love. Your home"

"Thanks" I managed as I took Edward's hand to get out of the car. We walked to the door in silence, and I noticed when he took the key from over the eve and unlocked the door

I went to the kitchen, and immediately filled a glass with water and drained it in several desperate gulps

Edward tried to ignore this and began to speak "I was wondering if you'd like to come to my home tonight for dinner"

"Like a date?" I snickered

"Yes, I suppose it's like that"

"Dinner?" I questioned, "What would you eat?"

"Okay, fine." He sighed "Would you like to come and spend time with me at my home?"

"I would love to" I said softly and turned for more water

"Pick you up at 7:00?"

"Sounds perfect"

I noticed he closed the space between us instantly and pulled me to him. I felt his cool lips brush my cheek, and slowly make their way to my collarbone. My heart rate increased and Edward pulled away.

"See you soon" he said as he darted from the room

I watched him go, but soon realized I needed to get Charlie's dinner ready if I was going out.

I tossed some chicken into a marinade and placed it in the fridge.

I then realized I was still in my rain soaked clothes, and I headed to my room to shower and change up.

As I left the shower 30 minutes later, I heard the door shut downstairs and I called down "Dad, I'll be down in a sec!"

"We've got company Bells" Charlie's voice called in return

I sighed as I went to my room, most likely knowing who the company would be, I got dressed in a pair of dark denim blue jeans and a cornflower blue tank and cardigan

I made my way down the stairs and saw Charlie with both Billy and Jake talking animatedly about something important. Most likely fishing no doubt

I pulled the chicken from the fridge and placed it in the oven along with some rice ad vegetables, I pulled a salad together and proceeded to set the table.

I felt him before I heard him. Jake was next to me, and my heart picked up nervously "Hey Jake" I managed

"Do you need any help Bella?" he asked as I felt him touch a stray hair at the nape of my neck.

I shivered in response at the contact "Everything is all set Jake"

Charlie interrupted us as he came in to get a drink from the fridge.

"Smells good" Charlie said, and added, "How was your day?"

"It's been good Dad." I said moving away from Jake "Hey Dad, I sort of have plans for tonight" I whispered but I could tell Jake heard me. The disappointment on his face confirmed it

"What are you up to tonight?" he asked curiously

"I sort of have a date" I mumbled, Charlie looked surprised, but Jake looked furious

"With who?" Charlie and Jake practically said in unison

"Not that it's any of your concern, but Edward Cullen actually" I said firmly I could have sworn Jake growled but Charlie just stared

"The Doctor's son?"

"Yes, Dad." I confirmed, "Edward has been very kind to me. He asked me out tonight" I smiled

"Bella" Charlie sighed "I thought you weren't-" he paused

"I know dad. But it just sort of happened, he's really a great guy"

Jake snorted at that and I scowled at him

"Bella, I'm just worried about you that's all. I don't want you getting too involved-"

"I know Dad" I said, "I just can't help how I feel when I'm around him."

"And how's that exactly?" Charlie asked cautiously

"Edward makes me feel happy Dad, like I have something to live for-"I paused realizing what I just said

"Bella" Charlie looked intently at me "what do you mean by that? You have everything to live for" his voice broke

"I know dad, I didn't mean it like that" I looked away and met Jake's angry expression

"What?" I mouthed to him but he just glared

"Dinner is almost done," I said looking up at the clock it was almost 7:00 and I moved to grab my jacket

"Bella" Jake stepped in front of me

"Yes" I said in a pert tone

"Please don't do this," He was practically begging "Didn't you hear anything I told you?"

"Yes Jake" I swallowed and continued, "I heard it all, but that's about you, not me. I don't feel that same"

I watched the pain spread across his face, as the doorbell rang. "We'll talk later Jake," I said as I ran to the door "See you guys later!" I called out and rushed into the waiting arms of Edward, my dearest love.