Chapter Twenty-Six

I heard Edward approaching. Quickly I wiped away my tears in hopes to hide the fact I was crying. Gently I felt his strong arms wrap around me. He pulled my back firmly against his chest. I closed my eyes as I felt content and safe in his strong muscular arms. Edward gently pressed his lips against my temple. I closed my eyes tightly taking in his touch.

"Why are you crying baby?" Edward whispered.

"I'm not."

I pulled away from his embrace and headed back inside. I was gathering my things trying to distract myself from crying. I could feel his eyes on me. I knew he was watching my every move. "Bella stop. Edward said. Quickly he grasped my wrist turning me so I was facing him. I stared at Edward as tears filled my eyes. Gently he cupped my face. "Tell me" Edward whispered.

"I may never see you again."

"Then come with me. Come home. Where you belong. With me. With us." Edward pleaded.

A part of me wanted to jump in his arms and fly back to Forks with him. But I couldn't. Not right yet. I had to settle things here. I still had a job here. I couldn't just up and leave that's not good for my reputation that I worked so hard to build. I closed my eyes as I felt his thumbs gently brush my cheeks. A touch that showed me how much he really loves me. And how much I mean to him.

"Edward I can't." I said.

"Why? Why can't you just leave."

"Because Edward when I was forced to leave I was forced to try and have a life. A miserable one yeah but a life. I lost everything back home. I even lost you and did the one thing that could somewhat make me happy built a career." I trembled.

"I know. But you have me and you will never lose me again. But your reputation and everything here isn't worth your life Bella."

"I won't let him win." I said.

I could tell Edward was angry. He clenched his fists as he paced back and forth in front of me. Running his hand through his hair. Edward stopped standing inches from me. Grasping my shoulders gently he slammed my back against the wall. I stared at him shocked. His forehead pressed upon mine as he stared at me with those bright green eyes with nothing my hurt and sadness and even fear laced in them. "You have no idea what you mean to me Bella. If I lose you what do I have left? I love you Bella." Edward trembled.

It was clear to me Edward didn't just want me to come home so he could see me everyday. He was afraid he was going to lose me. He almost lost me once. I almost died in his arms. Gently I cupped his face not taking my eyes off his. "You won't lose me. You will always have me." I whispered.

Gently I pressed my lips upon his softly. Edward kissed back Pushing his lips more firmly upon mine as our lips molded together. With pure exstacey and love. Edward pressed his body firmly into mine. Awakening every nerve and fiber in my body. I groaned as his tongue traced my lower lip. What was he doing? "Edward." I gasped. But he engulfed me with another kiss. His hands slowly trailed to the hem of my pants. Feeling his fingers lightly trail against my stomach was infuriating. He was driving me mad. "Edward what are you doing? You're going to be late." I whispered.

"I don't care."

Edward's lips slowly trailed my neck. My head sank back. Gently Edward unfastened my jeans pulling them along with my underwear to the floor. Next I could hear Edward fumble with his own pants as he unfastened me. I was so full of want. I wanted him,. All of him inside of me. I was going to go mad without him. I would miss him. But we would be ok.

Grasping my hips Edward lifted me up against the wall as he thrusted inside of me. I gasped. He filled me fuller this time. "I'm going to be greedy." Edward whispered. I didn't care though I just wanted him. Edward thrusted harshly into me hard. My nails dug into his back hard. "Edward" I moaned. Edward grunted louder as I moaned louder. "I'm going to miss fucking you." Edward moaned.

I couldn't help but chuckle through the moan. I could feel that feeling build inside of me higher. That feeling like something was going to erupt. "Edward. I'm going to come." I moaned. He slammed into me harder against the wall. Not stopping hitting the right spot. The spot that was sending me into a frenzy. "Oh my god…Edward…" I moaned.

As he slammed into me one last time I came undone as he called my name finding his own release. I sated. I didn't want him to leave but I knew he had to. I didn't have a say in the matter. And I was sure that my brother wasn't going to be happy he was going to have to take a later flight as it is. "Ok, I better go." Edward gasped.

"You have to take a later flight don't you?"

"Yeah" Edward said placing me on my feet.

I couldn't help but grin. I grasped his hand and smile. "Why rush off." I said as I dragged him towards the bathroom. Edward chuckled as he followed me close behind. "You naughty girl."

By the time I arrived at my house it was noon. I was exhausted. After Bella and I had hot sex against the wall she dragged me to the bathroom and her way with me and god did I love it. I smiled as I thought back to the bathroom. The way she rode me in the bathtub. She tied my hands up so I couldn't touch her. It drove me mad. I groaned as I thought about it. "Dammit" I muttered entering my bedroom. I tossed my shirt onto my bed as I pulled on some sweat pants. Emmett was showing up soon and we were working on a case from home thankfully. I grabbed my phone from my bag and smiled.

Edward: You drive me wild!
Bella: LOL why baby?
Edward: I can't stop thinking about the bathroom incident
Bella: I'm sorry did you not like that?
Edward: No, I LOVED it just like I LOVE you.
Bella: I love you too baby! Gotta go make some money.
Edward: Ok, be careful Bella. I mean it. You mean EVERYTHING to me. I love you.
Bella: I promise I will be. I love you too.

I couldn't help but smile as I placed my phone into my pocket. I was so focused on Bella I didn't even hear Emmett or anyone else enter my home for that matter. I hurried down the stairs and spotted Alice and Emmett. Alice looked at me puzzled then smiled. "Hey guys." I said heading toward my office.

"I think I am going to puke." Emmett said.

I turned to face Emmett confused. What was wrong with him? I glanced at my sister who couldn't help but chuckle. "I take it you got a lot of sex huh?" Alice said smirking. Then it hit me. Bella was a scratcher and I loved that about her but I am sure her brother didn't want to see that. "Sorry man. I'll go put a shirt on." I said.

"No need the damage is already done." Emmett groaned.

"I tried to get her to come back home but she said she couldn't just up and leave not after her hard work." I said.

Emmett chuckled as he shook his head. "Doesn't surprise me. That's my sister. I did pull her off of Tanya a few times remember? And if I recall I then ninety-nine percent of them were in somewhat way shape or form over you." Emmett said. I couldn't help but laugh as I gently punched Emmett in the arm. "Yeah, your right." I said.

Because he was. One way or another we were always pulling Bella off of Tanya because if we didn't she probably would have killed her. But if it weren't for Jasper Emmett would have killed Jacob in high school. And if it weren't for Emmett and Jasper I would have killed Jacob after Bella left. "So are you two happy and good?" Alice chimed in.

"Yes Alice. Bella and I are great. Amazing actually. I've never loved anyone more than I love Bella." I said smiling.

I felt like my face was going to crack from smiling so much. I knew Emmett was happy for us. But I didn't expect to hear him say what he said next. "Then marry her." Emmett said. I stood frozen as I glanced at Emmett was I hearing things? "I'm sorry I must have heard you wrong what did you say?"

"Edward I'm not an idiot. You mean everything to my sister and she loves you has for a long time. And I know how much you love her and will protect her with your life. It's obvious you two are meant to be. Marry her." Emmett said.

"I do want to marry your sister one day. Maybe I'll ask her when this whole Jacob thing isn't hanging over our heads."

"Oh yay." Alice beamed.

"Alice don't. Don't open your mouth it's not set in stone yet."

"Whatever" Alice pouted.

I shook my head laughing. I couldn't help but smile because truth be told I could see Bella as my wife. I could see us settling down in my house. Having kids and being a family so full of love. And love her the way she deserves to be love. I want to show her love everyday of her life. They way she deserved.

I was in town with gabby shopping and heading for lunch when my phone was going off I glanced down and smiled. Edward.

"Hey baby" I answered.

"Hey beautiful how are you?"

"Better now that I'm talking to you." I said smiling.

Gabby couldn't help but smile as she watched Edward and I talk on the phone. She kept telling me how happy she was that we are finally together and happy. She was glad that I didn't do what Jacob said. Because if I did there was a chance he would kill me and I knew she was right. "You have no idea how much it means to hear that Bella." Edward said.

"I miss you."

"I miss you too baby." I said.

"When are you moving back home?"

"Two weeks. I need to finish this story and then I am all yours." I said smiling.

"Good. I can't wait. I gotta go baby we have an urgent meeting."

"Ok, I love you." I said smiling.

"I love you too."

I smiled as I slipped my phone back into my purse. Gabby couldn't help but laugh at me. "What?" I asked smiling. Gabby shook her head laughing. "Look at you. You're so full of life. You're happy. I like that Izzy you deserve to be happy." Gabby said smiling.

"Thanks Gabby."

Everything was going great for me. I was happy. I was in love. I had the most amazing, wonderful and loving man as my boyfriend. My true love Edward. I had my family and friends back. I had Gabby and I had a great career and I was going to be moving back home where I belonged. Nothing could stop me. I was unstoppable.

"THERE SHE IS."

I didn't hear the yelling. I was in my own world as Gabby and I began to stroll the treets of Italy. It wasn't until I saw Gabby pushed out of the way that I knew something was wrong. I was grabbed from behind by two been. I struggled in their grasp. I looked at Gabby afraid. I knew who was behind this. I mouthed one name to Gabby. Edward.

I watched as my good friend was taken in front of my very eyes. I was out numbered and they would kill me. Jacob wasn't to be messed with. I watched as Izzt was tossed into the black van by three men. One glared at me as he held a gun. I was afraid he was going to kill me. So I closed my eyes waiting to die. But instead of a gunshot I heard the sound of tires screeching out of the street.

I quickly dialed the number I was given in these situations. A number to the person who world search to the worlds end to find her. I hurried down the streets to my apartment. Maybe moving with Izzy to Forks. Italy was becoming more and more dangerous. "Swan and Cullen Law firm how can I help you?" the secretary answered.

I knew there was a chance this woman was going to give me a hard time contacting to Edward. She would think I am some psycho when I wasn't. "I need to speak with Edward Cullen please." I said.

"I'm sorry Mr. Cullen is in a meeting right now can I take a message for him?"

"Look, I need to speak with Edward right away this is an emergency." I yelled.

"All I can do is transfer you to his office in hopes he answers. One moment please."

I growled as the phone began to ring. I knew it was a fat chance that I would get a hold of him. "Edward Cullen's office Emmett speaking." It was then I knew who Emmett was. It was Izzy's brother. He was going to freak. "I need to speak with Edward this is an emergency." I said.

"What is this emergency pertaining to?"

"Izzy Mason." I said.

"Where exactly are you calling from?"

"Italy"

It was then I think he figured it out. The phone went silent. I could hear his breathing become ragged in fear. He was afraid something was wrong. "You're gabby aren't you?" Emmett asked. I smiled knowing Izzy must have talked about me.

"Yes" I answered.

"What has happened to my sister?"

"Jacob has kidnapped her." I trembled.

"Tell me exactly what happened."

"She had just gotten off the phone with Edward and was happy and smiling and we were heading to lunch when two guys grabbed her. I was pushed aside. When I turned to look two men had her and one was holding a gun at me. I thought I was going to die but instead they sped off. I know Jacob is behind this. I know it is. He is adamit about making her life hell." I said with tears in my eyes.

"Here is what is going to happen. Go home pack and I am flying you to forks. They will use you against my sister. I will inform Edward of everything."

"Ok, thank you." I said.

"No, thank you Gabby. I'm glad in those four years my sister has had you."

I smiled as I hung up. I hurried toward my apartment to pack. I didn't need much. I wouldn't be coming back here. I knew there would be a ticket waiting for me at the airport. Izzy told me how her brother is.

I was fighting an argument with my client. It was getting heated in fact. I just wanted to rip this guys throat out. He was a real toolbag. The prosecuter didn't know his ass from his elbow. "gentlemen this isn't going to work today so let's call it a day. But a new offer is needed." I said.

Everyone nodded. Thank god. As we rose to our feet Emmett came barreling in. "Oh, you're finished? Great Edward we need to talk." Emmett said flustered. I didn't like the look on his face. What was going on? I waited until Emmett and I were alone.

"Is everything ok?" I asked nervously.

"No, everything is not ok."

I watched as Emmett paced the room back and forth. He ran his fingers through his hair. Something didn't feel right. Something was wrong. I felt like my heart was in my stomach. "Edward while you were in a meeting your office got an emergency call."

"from who?" I asked.

"Gabby"

Instantly I felt like I swallowed my heart. Instantly I knew what was wrong. It was Bella. My Bella. My sweet loving, caring, beautiful Bella. Something was wrong. Was she ok? Was she even alive? Tears instantly filled my eyes. "Bella" I whispered.

"I'm flying Gabby here." I looked at Emmett there is only one reason why he would fly her here. Something has happened. "Emmett what happened?" I growled.

"Jacob kidnapped Bella." Instantly I clenched my fists. He was going to pay. I would make him hurt and scream like he has hurt my Bella. I will make him beg for death.