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Bella's POV

"Engaged! Oh, my word, Isabella that is simply wonderful news!" Practically leaping from her chair my Mother, grabbed my face and kissed each of my cheeks; no doubt she has never been prouder of me. To gain such a marriage within the family has always been her dream. For the only child born to the Swan family to be a disobedient, opinionated girl, my Mother had always been disappointed.

"We must send a letter to the city and get the marriage announced in the paper," Vibrating with excitement she went across to the other side of the table and took one of Edward's hands into her own, he stiffened at the sudden contact, "My Lord Cullen, you shall never know the gratitude and happiness we feel for you to have entered into a marriage contract with our daughter."

"Of course, Madame Swan. I can only tell you how enchanting I find your daughter, with all the airs and graces of a high society Lady." Chocking on my tea, I looked over the Edward: thinking on how my 'airs and graces' had shown last night as I was writhing in pleasure.

"Lord Cullen, when it is convenient for you, I would like to draw up the agreement regarding Isabella's dowry." My Father had finally spoken, his unemotional, stoic face was one of a businessman. There is no doubt that he sees every marriage as a contract of exchange of wealth and reputation.

"Mister Swan, this afternoon would suit me well as I would like to have a rather… short engagement with Miss Swan. I would like to return to my business as soon as possible." Turning his eyes to me, there was no mistaking the look of desire which crossed his face; anyone else would have missed it however I knew every feature, every expression of Edward's perfectly. Deciding to tease him slightly over this long and mundane brunch, I silently slipped off my shoe before running my foot up Edward's leg. Covered in only my silken sock, he would be able to feel my warmth.

"That sounds like a sensible endeavour Lord Cullen, what exactly does your business involve if I may ask?" Laughing to myself, I though the situation perfect as I watched Edward attempt to concentrate on the discussion at hand. The expression on his face seemed to be one of pain and I had to bite my lip to hold in a chuckle.

"My family owns a lot of land up north Mister Swan, I rent that land to farms and businesses which creates a decent profit. Also, I invest in_" My foot reached its' goal as I ran my sole over his crotch, feeling his cock harden beneath it with a sense of satisfaction. His voice seemed to dry up in his throat and he sent a swift glare in my direction, grabbing my foot to cease my incessant torture.

"Are you quite alright Lord Cullen?" My Father leaned over the table to retrieve the milk jug as he stared at Edward in confusion and puzzlement.

"Quite Mr Swan. However, I have just remembered some urgent business I must attend to and therefore must make a swift departure. Please be comfortable to look around the manor and its' grounds, I thank you once more for the congratulations on our engagement. Miss Swan, I bid you to attend tea with me late this afternoon." Smirking at him, I knew his 'business was simply as excuse to no doubt escape my teasing.

"It would be my pleasure, my Lord." Allowing my foot to drift once more over his genital area, I smiled sweetly as I saw him resist the urge to shudder; simply feeling a twitch below my foot. Abruptly rising from the table, he bowed and left swiftly. As soon as Edward had taken his leave my Mother turned to me.

"Isabella, I do not know how you secured such a match however I commend you. Clearly, you have taken more of my lessons seriously than I had originally presumed." Smiling to herself, both she and my Father once again lapsed into silence. It was ironic to know, that nothing about my Mother's lessons had done me any good, they had consisted of how to behave appropriately and to keep my innocence for my husband. Lord knows what Edward would think if I 'behaved appropriately', the devilish man would probably have thrown me on the bed to have his wicked way with me.

"Thank you, Mother and Father, I think I shall go to the library for some time. There are a great many books there that I have not heard of, never mind read, yet." Brushing my skirts, I left the room only to be grabbed a moment later by hands which dragged me into a doorway next to the dining hall. The room was dark and I could not hear anything only feeling the body of the man who pined me to the wall.

Lips began to nip my neck and hands ran down my bodice pulling my skirts towards my chest to gain access underneath. Moaning, I felt my neck being sucked where Edward had bitten me last night; the area was still tender and caused desire to shoot down to my nether regions. Hands finally reached under my skirts, they grabbed my posterior lifting me into these unknown arms. Wrapping my arms around my assailant's neck I ran my hands through the soft hair beneath them and pulled his lips towards me. Running my tongue along the cool lips, I licked his tongue ever so slightly before drawing back. Dipping down once more, I applied another miniscule lick as though I was tasting a delicate candy for the first time. I heard a groan come from the man in front of me as he tightened his hold on me.

"Isabella, you are more of a devil than you seem. Your little trick in the dining hall was not nice, I think you deserve some form of punishment." Grinning I buried my head in Edward's neck, relishing the feeling of his arms.

"No, my Lord, I do not think so. For no doubt you have and shall put me through more torture and teasing in our married lives."

"Ah, not only a beautiful face I see. Not that I ever doubted your intelligence my lady, you are most definitely right! I shall put you through every pleasurable torture imaginable." Leaning in to kiss him once more, I was suddenly on my feet once more.

"Shall we turn our thoughts to more appropriate conversation, we cannot let your Mother's precious lessons go to waste can we."

"I see you heard my conversation with my Mother."

"Of course, I hear all. Now, tell me my love, what do you plan to do today?"

"Perhaps go to the library or take a walk depending upon the weather." Smiling, he took my hand leading me to another doorway at the other side of the room.

"Perfect. I have it under good authority that the weather is splendid, which gives me the perfect opportunity to give you an early wedding present." Bemused, I followed Edward towards the doorway which lead outside the manor. Around a corner we walked towards a wooden building which I had deduced was the stable. Calling a man from inside Edward order him to bring out a horse who he called Dawn. From the stable emerged a beautiful white grey mare whose coat shone with health, standing at least 14 hands tall. I approached her carefully, simply taken aback by her beauty.

"Alice told me you could ride. Do you like her?" Edward's eyes never left my face as those he was ensuring my reaction was to his liking.

"She's the most beautiful creature I have ever seen."

"She's yours." Turning to him in bewilderment.

"What?!"

"Dawn is your wedding gift from me, my horse, Dusk, is her mate. I plan to breed the bare to create strong and healthy foals to sell on or perhaps keep for our children to ride." Smiling brightly I dashed towards him, throwing my arms around his neck.

"This is the most beautiful gift I have ever received. Thank you, my love." Kissing his cheek lightly, I order Dawn to be saddled so that I may ride her out towards the fields and enjoy the pleasant weather.

"Enjoy yourself Isabella." Edward waved his arm behind him as he returned to the manor to attend to his business once more and potentially begin the dowry agreement between my Father and himself.

Set free amongst the open air and grassy fields, I could imagine myself living here. It reminded me of Edward's meadow in Hell. Away from the stifling, sooty city, I felt alive and at home. I never suited the busy society, no matter how much my Mother wished to push it upon me. Dismounting from Dawn, I tied her to led her towards a tree nearby giving her a pat on the muzzle and feeding her a sugar cube, before going to settle myself in some dry grass on an incline. Suddenly, I caught my foot on the ground and tumbled slightly catching my hand on the gravelly ground grazing it slightly. Some blood filled the scratch and I hissed in discomfort. A growl emitted behind me. And I turned slowly.

SMACK!

My body was hit by what seemed like a boulder, knocking the breath out of me. I was greeted with the site of James however this was not the James I knew. Crimson red eyes, there was fury and anger behind them. Baring his teeth at me, I realised what he was – vampire!

"Hello Miss Swan, what a delight this is." Running his hand down my body I squirmed in disgust, my hands restrained by his arms, this man was deadlier than James ever was as a mortal.

"Are you enjoying your courtship," He enquired as though we were at tea. "I must say I was surprised to find out that you would detest me so, yet be willing to engage yourself in the devil himself. Do you realise how shameful it is for me to be rejected by some cheap chit, a woman below my social class turned me away as though I was a penniless tradesman." He sneered in my face, running his nose down my neck, he inhaled deeply. Gathering up all my anger and disgust I spat in his face. Throwing me across the field, he roared. Blood poured from a cut on my head and the smell was beginning to make me dizzy. My hands too, were covered in the coppery substance. I tried to scrabble to my feet, only to be knocked down once more. I began to throw my weight into punches, however they seemed to bounce off him. If he was like Edward, there was no doubt that I could not fight him off. Nevertheless, I would try!

"You little bitch!"

"You disgust me James, you are a worm of a man," Grabbing my hair he pulled my head back, "Fuck! I hope you rot in hell James, with Edward spending an eternity torturing your worthless soul!" Grabbing his hair, I tried to pull him from me." Baring his fangs, he grabbed my arms in fury bruising my pale skin and held them by my side.

"You're a fucking whore! I'll take you like the breeding cow you are and then I'll toss your broken carcass back to your precious devil so he can see that I had what he wanted more than anything," Inhaling again he growled his eyes glowing, "Though I am not sure how long I will last you are simply delectable, I may have to simply take your blood first." As he leaned down towards my already ripped skirt, a blur of movement caught my eye and suddenly James was thrown to the side. A bulky figure was on top of him, throwing punches and pummelling him into the ground. Turning to Dawn, I saw she was reared up in distress throwing her head back in an attempt to escape.

Releasing her reign from the tree, I mounted myself atop her and galloped through the field towards the manor once more. As soon as I reached the manor's wrought iron gate I saw Edward, running towards me he was there in a second. Grabbing me from Dawn's back he held me, running his hands across my bruised arms and bloody head. The blood I had lost began to take its' toll and I drifted out of consciousness only hearing Edward's last words.

"My love…. Isabella! Alice come here! NOW!"