47.

Venus

"So—"

"Bella, just let me say this. I want to get it out." I was starting to think I was wearing a sign that said, "Interrupt me," but I motioned for Edward to continue. It was obviously important.

"I like you. I want to go out with you. I want to hold your hand, and kiss you…"

Where did all the oxygen go?

"I want to tell you what I'm thinking."

This was one of the sweetest moments of my life. It was paramount. I think it's typically referred to as "first love."

"But you have to know, if I'm honest with you…if I tell you what I'm thinking…you may not like it."


Mars

This was it. I was going to tell Bella I thought about her and…

Her…

Her…

Her doing…

And her…