EPOV

This might have been the longest fucking afternoon in my entire life. The one day that I didn't have Anthony or have to work and who was I spending it with? My fucking brother, Jasper, Ben, and Garrett. Not that I don't love them, because I do, but I wanted to spend the day with Bella. At the same time, the thought of spending the evening with her body pressed up against mine sounded really nice, too. Fuck, I was hard as a fucking rock now.

"Eddie, let's go," hollered Emmett, banging on my bedroom door.

"I'm coming," I yelled.

"TMI, man," he laughed.

I ignored my idiot brother and turned back to the mirror. I had just gotten down showering and was trying, in vain, to get my hair to lay flat. Sometimes, I really hated my hair. I tossed the comb onto the counter and gave up. No use beating a dead horse, you know. I pulled the towel from around my waist and pulled on my boxers, groaning as I trapped my hard cock inside. It was going to be a long ass night if I didn't calm down.

I finished getting dressed, opting to wear a pair of black pants and a black dress shirt, and headed downstairs. Ben, Garrett, Jasper, and Emmett were sitting on the couches, ready for their own child free night out with their wives. They were rare and hard to come by so I'm sure they were planning on making tonight a good one. I know I certainly was.

"You guys ready?" I asked, pocketing my wallet and picking up my keys.

"Yep," muttered Emmett, standing up.

The others merely nodded their heads as they followed me and Emmett out. We climbed into our various cars and headed over to Bella's house. I was a little nervous that Alice, Rose, Kate, and Angela might have driven her to the point of insanity today, but I knew better than to come between my sister, Rose, Kate, or Angela when they were all set to go to the spa. Emmett had the scars on his arm to prove that it is not worth it. Period.

I pulled up into Bella's driveway, behind her car, while the guys pulled up in front. We climbed out and headed up to the front door. I rang the doorbell, even though I had a key. It was fun to think about the date I had with Bella. The door opened and I heard Emmett muttered a series of curse words under his breath.

Rose was standing in front of us wearing a very short, very tight red dress that clung to her body like a second skin. Now, I'm not attracted to my sister-in-law at all, but, damn, she looked hot. She started laughing and I looked back at Emmett. He had one hand over his mouth and one clamped down onto the obvious bulge in his pants. A grimace spread across my face as I walked into the house with Jasper, Ben and Garrett following me, all of whom looked just as disgusted with the fact that he was touching himself like that.

"Em, baby, let him go and come on in," smirked Rose.

"Rosie, you look…"

Emmett trailed off as he stepped into the house. He pulled her into his arms and leaned his lips down to her ear. I couldn't hear what he told her but based on the blush that spread over her face, it was perverted and gross. At least from my stand point. I heard the others gasp and turned and looked over at the stairs. My mouth fell open and slapped against the floor at the sight before me.

Alice was wearing a short black leather mini skirt and a pink sequined halter top with a park of knee length boots. Angela had a on a pair of tight pants and a white silk blouse that was nearly see through. Kate had on a little black dress that looked it would fall off if she turned too fast. While Alice, Angela, and Kate all looked incredibly beautiful, my eyes were locked on the brunette goddess standing on the bottom step.

Bella, my beautiful Bella, was wearing a dark blue dress that was barely being held up by the thin spaghetti straps over her shoulders. I followed the lines of the dress down past her breasts and to the top of her creamy thighs, matched with a pair of black heels. She had her hair pulled up on the back of her head, leaving just a few pieces around her face. My cock twitched and I had to bite back the moan that damn near slipped out of my mouth.

I heard snickering coming from behind me but I didn't care. All I could focus on was the woman standing before me. Bella looked up at me, blushing her exquisite shade of pink and my cock grew even harder and started begging to be let out. She stepped off the bottom step, pulling her bottom lip in between her teeth.

My legs felt like lead as I crossed the room and placed my hands on her hips, slowly slipping them around her body. She inhaled deeply as I pulled her right up against me, taking my own deep breath. I leaned down and buried my face in her neck, breathing in the sweet smell of her perfume. She moaned softly and brought her arms up around me as I started kissing up her neck until I reached her ear. Her hands had slowly ran up my back and were now nestled at the base of my head, woven in my hair.

"You look amazing, love," I murmured. Bella shuddered against me. "So. Fucking. Amazing."

"Edward," she whispered, tightening her grip on my hair.

"Damn," whispered Emmett. "Maybe we should just leave them here."

"No shit," snickered Rose.

"Could you?" muttered Bella.

"No way, Bella Swan," snapped Alice, marching over and pulled Bella out of my arms. "We didn't spend all afternoon turning you into a major hottie for you to decide not to go out. We. Are. Going."

"I'm not scared of you, Alice," said Bella, placing her hands on her hips. "Not scared of you at all."

"You say that now," smirked Alice, crossing her arms in front of her. "But Christmas is coming and I have a lot of ideas for the Christmas party for school."

"Bitch," spat Bella.

"You called?" asked my sister, cocking her eyebrow at her.

Bella rolled her eyes and turned to me. "I'm not sure I like your sister."

"Me either," I muttered, slipping my arm around her waist. "When I was five, she cut up my blanket and used it to make doll clothes."

"My dolls were cold," said Alice, shrugging her shoulders as she looked around. "Are we ready?"

The others seemed a little afraid to cross Alice so they all nodded their heads quickly. Bella muttered something about her being the anti-christ but Alice either didn't hear her or chose not to say anything. Once the girls had gotten their jackets and purses, we headed out to our cars and headed down to the club.

A few minutes later, I pulled my car up next to Emmett and Rose. Bella looked a little nervous as she eyed the crowd that was standing outside of the club. I reached over and took her hand in mine, causing her to smile and look over at me. Even though I could see the happiness shining in her eyes, there was a sadness in them too.

"You ok, love?" I asked.

"This is going to sound pathetic," she sighed, "but I miss the boys."

I smiled. "I do, too," I chuckled. "Maybe we should call."

"I already did," she said, looking at me sheepishly. "I think I've called like five times already."

"And?" I asked, pushing for more details.

"And they are fine," sighed Bella, shaking her head. "I guess I'm just being silly."

"No, you are not," I smiled. "You're being a mom. Mom's worry."

"Yeah," she murmured, looking out the window.

"Hey, what's going on inside that beautiful mind of yours?" I asked. Bella smiled and looked over at me.

"Nothing," she said. "Are you ready to go in?"

"As ready is I will ever be," I sighed, pushing open my car door.

Once I had helped Bella out of the car, I slipped my arm around her waist and we caught up to everyone else. After assuring them that everything was ok, we bypassed the line of people standing outside and headed straight in. Bella cocked an eyebrow at me but I winked and told her it was all about who you knew these days. She let it go but I could tell she was still curious about our easy entrance into the club.

The truth was all of us were friends with the owner of Club Twilight, Benjamin and Tia Long. Benjamin had been a classmate of Emmett's and when he opened his club, we were informed that we were welcome here anytime, and we never had to wait in line. I haven't been here but a couple of times but the others used to come quite a bit more. Of course, having kids made a big dent in that part of their lives.

I lead Bella after the others and we found a large table in the back corner. She smiled as I pulled out her chair for her. She blushed and sat down, which did nothing to help the hard on that was pressing against my boxers. I sat down in the seat next to her, trying my hardest not to groan at the pressure on my crotch.

"Hey, everyone, what can I getcha from the bar?" asked our waitress. She looked up and smiled as she looked at me. "Can I get you a drink, sugar?"

"Um, water," I muttered, scooting closer to Bella. The waitress looked from me to her and snorted. Bella placed her hand on my thigh. Hello, twitching cock.

"I'll take water, too," said Bella, shortly as her hand slid further up my leg. Rose, Kate, Alice, and Angela were all glaring at the waitress as she rolled her eyes.

"Two waters," she muttered, before looking over at Emmett. "What can I get for you, honey?"

"He'll take a beer, whatever's on tap," smirked Rose, leaning across Emmett. His eyes rolled back as his wife rubbed her breasts on him. "I'll take a Whiskey Sour, if you think you can take your eyes off our men long enough to handle that."

Our lovely waitress pursed her lips together and took the rest of our orders before heading up to the bar to collect our drinks. She came back a moment later and passed out our drinks, giving Bella the evil eye as she handed her the bottle of water. I opened my mouth to say something but the bitch walked off. I snapped my mouth shut. Was she worth it?

"Well, I'll be damned," laughed the deep voice of Benjamin Long. He and Tia came sauntering up behind Emmett and Rose, smiles planted on both of their faces. "This can't the old gang because they don't come out anymore."

"Dude, being a dad is hard work," laughed Emmett, standing up. He and Benjamin did one of those awkward handshake/sidearm hugs that men do because they aren't sure how they are supposed to great one another. "The club looks good."

"Eh, it's coming along," said Benjamin, looking around at all of us. His eyes landed on Bella and he smile. "I don't guess anyone is going to introduce us. I'm Benjamin Long and this is my wife, Tia."

"Bella Swan," smiled Bella, nodding her head at them both. Benjamin and Tia looked from her to me, and back with growing smirks on their faces.

"It's nice to meet you, Bella," smirked Tia.

"You too," murmured Bella, shifting in her seat.

"Well, we had better get back to work," sighed Benjamin, rolling his eyes. "Drinks are on me tonight and I don't want to hear any complaining."

We all knew better than to argue with Benjamin when he had his mind set on something so we all thanked him. Bella snuggled into my side as everyone started chatting about the kids, school, work, everything. I honestly wasn't paying much attention to them. Bella looked up at me and I saw a longing in her eyes that I didn't quite understand. I brought my hand up and cupped her cheek, letting my fingers glide along her skin.

"Are you ok?" I whispered just loud enough for her to hear. She nodded her head and leaned into my hand. "Would you like to dance?"

"I'd love to," she murmured.

Bella and I didn't say anything to the others as we headed out to the dance floor, even if I could feel them watching us. Bella slid her hands up my arms, wrapping them around my neck. I slid my arms around her body, pulling her as close to me as I could. I felt her shiver against me.

"Cold?" I murmured, leaning down to her ear.

"No," she whispered, lacing her fingers into my hair. "I love your arms around me."

"Me too, baby."

I pulled her closer to me and we started moving our bodies to the music. I was vaguely aware of everyone around us. All my attention was on the woman in my arms. The woman who had given me the strength to love again, to open my heart to her and Alex. It was almost too much for me and I found myself becoming emotional as I held her close to me. Yet, I couldn't seem to get her close enough. Bella moved her hand up into my hair, lacing her fingers in my hair again.

She shivered again as she pulled back and looked up at me. I could see so much in her eyes; so many emotions. Hope, fear, and love. Was it possible that she felt for me what I felt for her? Was it possible that she needed me the way I needed her? The way I didn't even realize that I needed her until that very moment. I knew I was in love with her but it went deeper than that.

My eyes closed as I whispered, "Come home with me."

"Ok," she murmured. I opened my eyes and smiled.

"Yeah?" I asked. She nodded her head quickly. "Let's go."

Bella didn't say anything as we headed back over to our table, grabbed our stuff, and headed out of the club. The air was cool and crisp. I tucked Bella close to me as we walked over to my car. I helped her in and ran around to the driver's seat. I started the car, turning on the heater, and headed back home.

The drive to my house was made in complete silence. I could tell that we were both nervous about tonight. I parked my car in the driveway and I rushed around and helped Bella out of the car. We made our way into the house and I shut the door behind me, turning the lock. She laid her jacket and purse on the couch and looked back over at me. She was so beautiful.

I moved over to her, encircling her in my arms. I ran my hand up to the back of her head and pulled out the clip that was holding her hair up. Her dark brown locks fell down, cascading around her shoulders. She looked up at me and I felt my breath catch in my chest as her cheeks turned the most beautiful shade of pink.

"Have I ever told you that I love that you blush for me?" I murmured, bringing my hand up and stroking her pink cheek.

"No," she whispered, leaning into my touch.

"Bella," I whispered, leaning down until my lips were almost onto hers. "I…I love you."

Bella gasped as a smile spread on her face. "You…you love me?"

"I love you so much," I murmured. "Before you…I was just here. Trying to be the best dad I could be but I was just here. You make smile and laugh again."

"Edward," she wept, softly. "I love you, too. I never thought I would ever love again but I do. I love you."

I closed the gap between our lips. Bella's arms came flying up around me, clutching onto me like she was afraid I was suddenly going to leave her. Silly girl didn't know, there was no way in hell I could ever leaver her. Not now. Maybe I never could have. My hands slid down her body, cupping her ass in my hands. I lifted her up off the ground and she automatically wrapped her legs around my waist. It was like she was made to be around me like this. I stumbled over to the stairs and somehow made my way up to my bedroom. I set Bella down on the floor next to my bed and brought my hand back up to her cheek.

"We don't have to do anything, if you aren't ready," I murmured. Bella closed her eyes and leaned into my hand.

"I'm ready," she whispered, opening her eyes and smiling. "I love you."

"I love you," I murmured.

I leaned down and kissed her again as I slid my hands behind her. My fingers were shaking as I lowered the zipper in her dress, letting it fall open. I could feel her smooth skin as my fingers grazed her back. I pulled my lips away from hers as I brought my hands up and hooked my fingers under the thin straps that were keeping her dress up. My eyes were locked on hers as I slowly lowered it down her shoulders and let it pool at her feet.

I took a deep breath as I looked down at her body. Fuck, she was even sexier than I thought she was. My imagination hadn't done her justice at all. "You are stunning," I murmured. She blushed and looked down at her feet. "Look at me."

Bella lifted her head slowly. "Beautiful," I whispered again.

She smiled but didn't says anything as she stepped out of her dress, kicking it and her shoes off to the side. She raised her hands and began fumbling with the buttons on my shirt. I could feel her fingers grazing my skin as she undid each button. Once she has my shirt unbuttoned, she slid her hands inside and pushed it down my arms, letting it fall to the floor behind me. Bella brought her hands back down my chest, running her fingers across my nipples. Her hands landed on the top of my pants. She slowly popped the button and lowered the zipper. They fell to the floor at my feet. I kicked them and my shoes off, and stood in front of her. Her eyes ranked over me and I could feel my own blush creeping up.

I slowly reached out and slipped my fingers into the sides of her little back panties. Slowly, I pulled them down her legs, leaving her naked in front of me. I tossed them aside and looked up at her from my position before her. She had her lip back between her lips and she was watching me with shy eyes and a bashful smile. That was my girl.

I stood up in front of her and slowly took off my boxers, letting my hard on out finally. She reached out and wrapped her hand around me and I had to stop myself from coming like a fifteen year old boy. I placed my hand on hers, stopping her from stroking me any more. She looked up at me with a frown.

"I want to be inside of you," I whispered.

"I want that, too," she said, quietly moving her hand.

Bella climbed onto my bed and laid back on the pillows. Just the sight of her laid out for me, hair sprayed out under her was enough to cause my cock to twitch. Something that didn't go unnoticed by her, but she didn't say anything. I grabbed a condom out of my dresser drawer and climbed onto the bed.

"When did you get those?" she asked, taking the small foil package from me.

"After the misunderstanding with Vic," I said, coyly. Bella smiled shyly. "I wanted to be prepared for when we got here."

"That's very sweet of you," she murmured. "But I'm on the pill."

"Oh," I whispered, ripping the foil package from her hand and tossing it onto the floor. Bella laughed, which just made my cock twitch again.

I leaned in and pressed my lips down onto hers once again. Her laughter turned to moans as I pressed my body down onto hers. My cock was nestled between her legs, begging to get to be inside of her. Like she could read my mind, Bella spread her legs even for me. I slipped two fingers down and made sure she was ready. I didn't want to hurt her but I wasn't in the mood for foreplay, either. We had had two months of foreplay. Luckily, she was more than ready.

"I love you," I whispered, lining myself up to her.

"I love you, too," she smiled.

I slowly pushed into her, feeling her walls stretch as she took me into her body for the first time. Bella whimpered slightly. Finally, I was all the way inside of her, I paused to let her adjust to me. Bella took a deep breath and looked up at me.

"Are you ok?" I asked, tersely.

"Yeah," she murmured. "Been awhile. You can move now."

I slowly pulled back and slid back inside of her. Bella moaned and wrapped her legs around my waist, pulling me down onto her even more. Slowly, I started thrusting in and out of her, pushing into her a little deeper than I had been the time before. Each time felt just as incredible as the moment before. Each time, I felt like I was supposed to be here, loving her, holding her, taking care of her.

Bella was moaning under me, lifting her hips to meet mine thrust for thrust. Her body felt incredible under mine. She brought her hands up and wove them into my hair, pulling my auburn locks. Her body was shaking and I knew she was getting close to her climax. I pulled her leg further up around my waist and drove into her harder, faster.

"Oh god," she cried, pulling on my hair as her walls clenched down onto me. "OH, FUCKING YES!"

I thrust into her a few more times, feeling my own orgasm burning through me. "BELLA," was all I could say as I stilled my hips and released inside of her.

I rolled off of her, pulling her into my arms. She sighed contently as she laud her head on my chest, running her fingers over my sides as she wrapped her arms around my waist. This was the woman I loved, the woman who loved me and Anthony back. I was a lucky man. As I drifted off to sleep, I thought I heard her cell phone ringing downstairs.