How to Catch a Man in 45 Days

by BellaMadonna

Bella and Alice have met the men of their dreams; now, they just have to catch them. On New Year's Eve, they decide to catch their men by Valentine's Day. They have 45 days to make this happen. This is the story of the bumps they encounter along the way. Humor and Romance abound. Drabble fic B/E; A/J Humor/Romance; Rated "M" for Fun

21. Chapter 21

A/N: I do not own Twilight; however, Twilight does own me.

I really hope I can get all these chapters uploaded tonight; however, I have a class in about an hour that will last at least 3 hours. Not an excuse, just a fact. I am overworking my darling beta, who is red-penning as fast as she can. I don't even have the last 5 chapters finished to send to her. However, I will upload more tonight, but the actual ending of the story may not get uploaded until tomorrow. I will tell you that the story is over 40 chapters long and I can't write short lemons - that's a good thing.

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Chapter 21: How to Catch a Man in 45 Days

BPOV

I felt my heart jolt in my chest when his eyes met mine. I couldn't breathe and I couldn't move as I watched him walk toward me. He halted several times as members of his staff stopped to offer him congratulations, taking time with each to thank them for their contribution to the case. However, when he was finally finished, his eyes returned to me before he continued across the room until he stood within touching distance. Through my periphery, I saw him reach out his hand.

"Hello. I'm Edward Cullen."

I don't remember lifting it, but I felt warmth rush up my arm when his hand enclosed mine.

"Bella Swan."