Chapter 14: Forever

Two days passed since Edward Senior was put in the hospital and Bella hardly left Edward's side. Their love for each other grew stronger with each passing moment, especially with the circumstances.

The day was warm and sunny, Edward had decided to take Bella out to spend time with her outside of the house. They were walking down the street hand in hand. "Edward, are you alright?" She asked.

"I'm alright love," he replied wrapping his arm around her waist.

He kissed the side of her head gently, rubbing her arm. She rested her head on his shoulder with a sigh. "You have been acting quite odd all day," she pointed out. Chuckling lightly, he kissed the top of her head.

"It is nothing for you to fret about," he reassured her.

Holding her hand in his, he kissed her knuckles gently. "Considering the circumstances we should try to live our lives to the fullest," he added.

"As we should any day," she pointed out.

Nodding, he continued to hold her hand. Bella bit her lower lip, she couldn't help but wonder what was on Edward's mind. He reached over, wrapping his arm around her waist. "I just want to be with you today Bella," he whispered kissing the top of her head. She smiled, resting her head on his shoulder.

"I'm here," she answered.

They stopped after awhile and Bella wrapped her arms around his waist, resting her head on his chest. Listening to his steady heartbeat, a gentle smile appeared on her face. She felt Edward's hands move up and down her back as they both stood in complete silence. "Bella, there's something I need to talk to you about," he whispered into her hair. She pulled back, giving him a quizzical look.

"What is it?" She asked concerned.

He let out a deep breath, holding her hands in his. "Bella, I know that we have been through a lot together during the last few months. I wish I knew how to repay you for being as strong as you are for my mother and me even though you don't have to," he answered. She gave his hands a gentle squeeze.

"I'd do anything to help you," she said quietly.

Reaching up, he stroked her cheek gently with the back of his hand. His green eyes locked with her brown eyes. Leaning forward, he pressed his lips to hers gently. Bella kissed him back, her hand resting on the back of his neck. Pulling away after a little while, Edward let out a deep breath. "I love you Bella," he said quietly. She smiled softly, kissing him again.

"I love you," she answered when the kiss broke.

Smiling softly, Edward suddenly got down on one knee. "Bella, when I was a child, my mother would tell me that when I was older I would know when I would find the person I could spend my life with. I was young and didn't believe her. Then I met you…my heart is practically being held out to you on a silver platter," he commented. She laughed a little, squeezing his hand. "What I'm trying to say is…Isabella Marie Swan…I love you, I have always loved you and I always will. Will you do me the honor of becoming my wife?" He asked.

Reaching into his pocket, he pulled out a ring. Bella stood there for a second and smiled softly. "Yes, of course I will," she replied. Letting out a deep breath, Edward slipped the ring onto her finger before standing up and kissing her deeply. Bella kissed him back, wrapping her arms around his back.

Later on at the Cullen house, Alice stood up with a shriek. "I knew it!" she exclaimed. Esme was laughing lightly, but she got her daughter to stop shrieking.

"Dear you'll wake Nicholas," she said quietly.

"Sorry, but…oh I knew this was going to happen!" Alice told Bella before hugging her excitedly.

Bella hugged her back with a small laugh. "You have to love her spirit," Jasper commented. He walked over to Edward, shaking his hand. "Congratulations," he told him.

"Thank you," Edward answered.

Rosalie got up and hugged Bella once Alice let her go, congratulating her. Emmett stood in front of Edward shaking his hand. "Take care of my little sister," he told him with a grin.

"Always," Edward reassured the larger man.

Emmett patted his back with a grin. "How did Elizabeth take the news?" Carlisle asked smiling.

"I haven't been able to tell her yet, she's still at the hospital with father," Edward replied, his smile fading lightly.

Bella walked over, holding Edward's hand in hers. "Oh! You have to let me plan the wedding," Alice insisted, still bouncing with excitement.

"You might as well let her, she'll trail you around begging if you don't let her," Jasper chuckled, resting his hands on his wife's shoulders.

Laughing the newly engaged couple looked at the excited young woman in front of them. "You can plan it Alice, but nothing too extravagant, keep it simple and I will keep track of the guest list," Bella informed. The smaller girl huffed a little.

"Alright," she answered.

Jasper chuckled lightly, kissing Alice's cheek. Bella smiled as she felt Edward's arm wrap around her waist. "I should send word to my parents, let them know that their plan worked," she commented with a grin. Chuckling, Edward kissed her forehead.

"That would be wise," he agreed.

She rested her head on his shoulder, smiling softly. This day just couldn't get any better.

When they returned home, Edward led Bella to the music room. "There is something I have been wanting to show you," he told her. She held onto his hand as they walked over to the piano. Sitting down on the bench, Edward had her sit next to him.

Smiling, Bella watched as he started to play the most beautiful piece of music she had ever heard in her life. "This is beautiful…" she commented quietly.

"Remember that day when you knocked my papers from my hands?" he asked.

"Yes," she replied.

Chuckling, he continued to play the song. "Well, this is it, I wrote this," he told her. Biting her lower lip, Bella felt herself get caught up in the beautiful music filling the small room.

"It's beautiful," she said softly.

"I started writing it after we met, I call it Bella's Lullaby," he answered.

Reaching over, she rested her hand on his leg as he continued playing. "It's beautiful Edward, it really is," she said quietly. Looking down at her, Edward smiled softly before kissing her tenderly. Bella kissed him back, feeling the tingle sensation rush over her body. She lightly stroked his cheek with the back of her hand before pulling away. Pressing his forehead to hers, he let out a deep breath before he continued to play the song. Throughout the mini concert, Bella was watching his fingers glide over the keys with a smile on her face.

Night fell, dinner was quiet speaking it was only the two of them again that night. Elizabeth had returned late from the hospital, going straight to bed. The whole Masen house was silent except for the sound of the ticking clock in the parlor that went off twice, signaling that it was two in the morning.

Bella was lying awake in her bed, staring at the engagement ring on her finger. Biting her lower lip, she climbed out of her bed and snuck out of her room. Quietly sneaking down the hall, she walked to Edward's bedroom, opening the door to find him asleep in his bed. Even asleep he looked beautiful.

Carefully moving over towards the bed, Bella reached out, moving her fingers over his jaw. Feeling her touch against his skin, Edward woke up, looking up at Bella. "Bella…is something wrong?" He asked concern filling his tired voice.

"No," she replied.

She leaned forward, kissing him gently. He was now fully awake and aware as he wrapped his arms around her, pulling her down into the bed as he deepened the kiss. Moaning softly, Bella opened her mouth under his, feeling his tongue slide into her mouth sliding against her tongue. She moved her hand down his chest, moving over the buttons of his nightshirt. Pulling back, Edward looked at her with the help from the moonlight.

Bella moved her fingers over his face. "Make love to me Edward," she whispered gently. Feeling the air get caught in his chest, he stared into her eyes.

"Bella…" he started slowly, moving his fingers over her neck.

She saw the hesitation in his eyes. "Aren't we almost married?" She asked smiling a little. Chuckling lightly, he kissed her lips briefly.

"You're going to be the death of me Bella Swan," he quipped quietly.

Laughing quietly, she wrapped her arms around his back as he kissed her again. He undid the first couple of buttons on the top of her nightgown before pulling away, placing gentle kisses on her throat and collarbone. Tilting her head back, she let out a small sigh as his lips left a trail of fire in their wake. Gripping his shirt, she pulled it up before he pulled back, taking the shirt off, throwing it aside. Their lips crashed together in a more heated kiss as their hands started exploring each other's bodies.

Edward pulled her nightgown up, the garment landing on the floor next to his own night clothes. He gently ran his fingers over every curve of her body, memorizing every detail about her body. He placed soft, tender kisses over her shoulder, holding her close to him. Moaning softly, Bella pressed her body against his, feeling their bodies meld together.

Sitting up, Edward pulled her with him so she was straddling him. Staring deeply into her eyes, he leaned forward kissing her neck gently, moving his hand over her back. Bella bit her lower lip as she moved her hand over his back as she kissed his neck.

The touching and kissing became heavier. The room was still quiet except for the quiet moans and sighs being released into the night air. Bella was looking up at Edward as he hovered above her. "Are you sure?" He asked concerned.

"Yes," she replied.

Grabbing his arm, she pulled him on top of him, kissing him deeply. Moving inside her, he reached her virgin barrier but then stopped. Bella whimpered softly in his mouth as she stretched to accommodate him. "I'm sorry," he whispered softly. His lips crashed into hers as he thrust through her virgin seal. She whimpered into his mouth, her nails gripping his back.

They were both completely still and silent, the only sound they made was the sound of their heavy breathing. After a few short minutes, Bella moved her hips against Edward's to reassure him that she was okay. Pressing his forehead to hers, he started a steady pace, the whole time giving her every opportunity to tell him to stop. Instead, Bella held onto him, never letting go.

Their bodies felt like they were reaching impossible heights. They kept their moans and groans down with their mouths constantly pressed together. Bella pulled back, gasping softly as she buried her face into his neck as she reached her release. Edward buried his face into her hair as he groaned when he reached his release not long after her. They were both wrapped up in each other's embrace, staying that way for the longest time.

When they finally let each other go, Edward moved off of her, moving to the side. Bella moved with him, resting her head on his chest. He moved his fingers through her hair, feeling her press kisses against his chest. She rested her head on his chest as she listened to his steady heartbeat. "I love you," she whispered softly. Wrapping his arms tightly around her, Edward kissed the top of her head.

"I love you Bella, always," he whispered.

She wrapped her arms around him as sleep claimed the newly formed lovers.