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Author's note: Thank you for supporting me as I wrote this story! I'm sorry to say that this is the final chapter of "Love Me". There will be an epilogue posted, so you do have something else to look forward to. Please leave a review and wait for the epilogue! I'm going to miss all of your reviews. This chapter is happier. Please enjoy and review!

Chapter 20 – Bite Me

Bella POV

My throat ached and the tears burned down my cheeks after Jacob left. My heart was in pieces as I said goodbye to my living family. I lay silently on my pillow waiting for my beloved to come to me. He would assure me that things were going to be okay. I had a whole other family waiting for me. Edward came silently to my side, smiling my favorite smile. Leaning over my love gave me a soft kiss. I returned it with the gentlest care and put my hands on his waist. He was my family now and we got to spend eternity together. It was worth it.

"Are you ready to leave?" Edward whispered, fingering the IV in my left hand.

"Yes."

Carlisle entered my hospital room, holding two more blankets. They must be for my upcoming surprise. He slowly began the task of turning off the monitors and removing the needles and wires. I didn't look away from Edward's golden eyes as his father did the work. It hurt a little bit, but I was grateful to be free of the tubes and wires. Carlisle did a wonderful job and I barely felt it. He covered the wounds with soft cloth bandages. Then he gave me one last shot of pain medication while Edward kept me distracted. Alice came in quietly and closed the door. She had a duffle bag on her shoulder, which most likely contained clothing for me to wear to Edward's surprise.

"Are you able to get up?" Edward asked, accessing my weak state.

"I don't think so."

Edward scooped me up and handed me over to Alice. She smiled, carrying me into the small bathroom.

"How are you holding up?" Alice questioned, as she ran hot water into the tub.

"Not bad, all things considered. I am very curious about where Edward is taking me."

"It's beautiful. I'm sure that you'll love it! Trust me."

Alice laughed and helped me into the warm bath to relax my muscles and get me clean for my special night. I dozed off while she got me all clean. It was calming to be in her presence and know that I get to spend forever with her too. When I was all clean, Alice dried my hair and curled it into big loose curls. Then she helped me into a light blue dress that went right beneath my knees. It was flowing and light with two narrow straps. She put Charlie's necklace around my neck and Jacob's bracelet around my wrist. My eyes welled up with tears as I looked at my jewelry. I attempted to blink them away, but I knew that Alice saw me. She gave me a soft hug and went back to finishing my make-up.

"Where are my shoes?" I asked, looking around the bathroom.

"You don't need any. I don't want you to trip. I did bring you some socks since your feet will get cold. Edward wants everything to be perfect."

"Thank you for everything Alice. I love you like you are my true sister. You are my favorite, don't tell anyone."

Alice hugged me and kissed my cheek. "No more crying. You are going to mess up your make-up, silly Bella. We have all the time in the world to have sappy moments. Go have a wonderful time."

She opened the door and carried me out of the bathroom. I gasped when I saw Edward. He was dressed in a black tuxedo with a blue vest that matched my dress. His eyes were filled with love as they appraised my body in the light dress. I blushed. I realized too late that Carlisle was holding a camera and snapped a picture of my blush. It was caused me to turn redder.

"I told you that I would take a picture of your blush," Edward teased, taking me in his arms. "Are you angry with me?"

"I could never be angry with you."

Carlisle stepped forward, ruining the moment. It was okay for I knew that he had to say something to the both of us.

"I'll be there in two hours, Edward. Alice, you have to go and sit with Charlie. He's going to need you. Have a good evening together. Keep her warm and don't let her do too much," Carlisle instructed. He leaned in and kissed my cheek. "Have fun!"

Carlisle and Alice left the room to give us time to escape. Edward kissed my hair and smiled, picking up the blankets and draping them over me. I gazed into his eyes, trying to guess where we were going. Edward laughed.

"How are we getting out of here without anyone seeing us? I'm sure that the nurses in the hallway would stop you if you walked out of here with me," I joked.

"Bella… when will you learn. We're not going out the door; we're going out the window."

Fear ate at the edges of my heart, but I brushed it off. I wasn't afraid of going anywhere with Edward. He would never drop me or run into trees or cause me to get motion sick. I clutched the front of his tux and breathed in his sweet scent. Edward adjusted the blanket so it covered my head and tucked it around my feet. I snuggled against my husband as I listened to the sound of the window opening and cool air seeping in. There was a whoosh and we jumped out the window.

I barely felt the ground beneath Edward's feet as he landed like a cat. We went flying through the air, but the blanket didn't come up. I couldn't even tell which direction we were going. The trip didn't seem that long, but I dozed lightly in his arms, enjoying the sensation of feeling so free. I didn't know we were there until Edward pulled the blanket off my head and I could see where we were. In front of me was a nice sized white house with a porch and a porch swing. On the front lawn was a white tent with a table beneath that was decorated with candles and a plate of food that was steaming. Edward gently deposited me in the chair with food before it. He sat down across from me, studying my stunned expression.

"Do you like it?" he asked. "We'll only stay here for a little while, but I wanted you to have a comfortable home. It's our first house together."

"I love it Edward. Where exactly is it?"

"We are one hundred miles from human beings to protect you from temptation after you are changed. Alice and Jasper found it for us. They cleaned it up with Esme's help. She wanted to be the one to redecorate it."

"It's beautiful."

"I'll show you the inside later… eat please."

I glanced down and laughed at the meal in front of me. It was mushroom ravioli like we had for our first meal together, so long ago. I then realized why my husband was wearing a tux. This was a black tux event. I began to laugh harder, confusing poor Edward.

"What is it? I can make you something else," he suggested, looking slightly flustered.

I began to cough, which ended the amusing moment. Edward was at my side, rubbing my back.

"You like to make things difficult, don't you?" he teased when I was done and calm.

Deciding to avoid the question, I picked his brain a little bit. "If I was really sweet and kissed up to you, would you tell me who Leah got caught kissing? I know that you heard what Jacob was thinking. He blushed and I'm curious."

"I think you already know the answer to that question."

Edward let me eat, talking about the strange things Emmett had done today to keep himself occupied since Rosalie wasn't in the mood for love. It was ridiculous. I couldn't wait until I got to arm wrestle him and play truth or dare with the whole family. They never let me play since Jasper and Emmett tended to cheat, making the game full of naughty dares. Edward described a time where Esme had to only say the words "yes, do me" for the rest of the day. She had been terribly embarrassed and not played since.

"Everything sounds so wonderful, Edward."

My husband stood up and removed his tuxedo jacket. I watched him with interest as he opened the blue vest and gingerly unbutton his white shirt beneath. I could see every inch of his amazing chest. Blushing, I grabbed the edge of the table and stood up. He hovered beside me as I let the blankets drop to the grass.

"Can we dance?" I asked, my voice choking up.

Edward gave me my favorite smile and turned out the CD player sitting on the porch of the house. He guided me onto the wooden floor that I just noticed, tucked under the lights of a tall oak tree. Alice had prepared him for this moment.

"I thought you didn't like dancing," he whispered in my ear.

"I love dancing with you," I responded, kissing his ear and nuzzling my nose against his cheek. There was no exquisite spinning or twirling, but it was the romantic dance of all time. My hands were pressed against his cold chest and his arms held me up. My feet rested on his and he took the lead, which he would do for the rest of my existence and I wouldn't care. I don't know exactly how long we danced before I was too tired to continue. Edward gently carried me up the porch steps and opened the door to our new home. I admired the soft sofa and all the delicate art pieces that Esme had chosen for us. My eyes fell upon the grand piano in the living room and I smiled, pointing to it. He sat me down beside him and began to play the song that he had written for our wedding. The words fit perfectly and were of how much I'd changed him and how he loved me. I wasn't afraid to laugh and cry as Edward serenaded me. My love even humored me by playing chopsticks and a strange song he learned in Mexico. Everything was perfect. I never wanted this moment to end.

Edward scooped me up off the bench and started up the carpeted stairs. He walked to the first door in the hallway and gently opened it. Anxiously, I peered inside. Starting to cry, I kissed Edward's cheek. It was our bedroom. There was a large bed with a white fluffy blanket and rose petals all over the bedding and floor. The room was lit solely by candles on various shelves. I smiled, wiping away my tears. Edward lay me down on the bed and removed his vest and shirt. Grabbing the afghan off the rocking chair in the corner, he crawled into bed with me. I kissed him with all the strength I could. Edward pushed down the small straps of my dress, causing me to shiver.

"What do you want?" Edward murmured, tracing circles on my arms.

"I want you," I answered, kissing him again.

"What else?" Edward laughed; his voice was seductive and sweet.

"You are such a tease!" I gently smacked his arm as he pulled me in close.

Edward kissed my forehead and stared into my eyes. Sadness had filled his golden eyes and I feared that I had hurt him somehow. He stroked my cheek with the back of his frozen hand and I grasped it in mine, allowing him to continue the motion.

"Bella, you could have anything you wanted in this world."

"Edward, you aren't a genie and if you were I would still want the same thing. I want you to change me. I'm not afraid of it. I'm more afraid of dying and never getting to be with you again."

"Well, we could just do it now and then you can be happy," he teased.

"That's not what I mean!"

Using my little strength remaining I forced Edward to come closer to me. He chuckled, kissing my nose and eyelids. I looked into his eyes and smiled. Edward took this as his chance to continue our conversation since I showed him that I wasn't angry.

"I'm ready for you. Forever and always," I promised.

Edward kissed me, letting his tongue slide between my lips. I melted into his hold and tried to keep him, but he pulled back after a few minutes.

"Carlisle is waiting downstairs," he laughed.

I blushed and put my hands on his cheeks. "Then let's do it."

"Okay, Mrs. Cullen… where would you like your new tattoo?"

"Hmm…" I giggled. "I think I want it on my hip. So, that way only you can see it and it belongs to you, like the rest of me."

"Sounds perfect, like you are."

Edward lifted up the hem of my gown and started to slide his fingers up my thigh. I stopped him for a second and placed my hands on his.

"I love you Edward and I always will."

"I love you too Bella."

I watched as he slid his hand up and gracefully pushed the light material up my side until he could see my entire hip. Then Edward passionately kissed me on the lips for the last time of my human life. I returned it with just as much love. I felt his cold breath on my hip as he mentally prepared himself. Edward sunk his teeth in my soft flesh, ignoring the call of my blood and it was begun. Edward had finally bitten me. He truly loved me for eternity.

FIN

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