The "tip of the spear" - in the military, they are the front line; the initial attack that draws first blood. As a CACO in the United States Marine Corps, Capt. Masen delivers that leading blow, too. He's often faced with handling the collateral damage this life can bring. He's accepted that love & commitment aren't for him…until she opens the door.

Sometimes, everything you're looking for ends up being right where you left it. *Entry for The Heart of Country Contest. 1st Place Silver Spur Award Public Vote, 2nd Place Silver Spur Award Judges Choice, 1st Place Gentlemen Wear White Award (Swooniest Fella) Public Vote and Judges Choice, 2nd Place Hay Ride Award Judges Choice.* Now expanded and complete!

It was just a long weekend in Vegas, so how did eighteen year old high school senior Bella Swan end up married to thirty one year old movie exec, Edward Cullen? This is the story of their awkward life. Rated M for future lemons.

Bella is single, a virgin, and a high school teacher who is completely content with her life. Edward, a former solider in the Irish mafia turned family lawyer, is completely withdrawn and cares only for himself. Both are forced into an arranged marriage. Can they get it together long to survive a clash between the Irish Mob and a vicious Mexican Cartel?

Twenty-one year old Bella swan find a son in a strange place will fix summary later full summary inside I'm am continuing this story in another story! So I am marking this as complete.

MOBWARD! DADWARD! Thirty-four-year-old Edward Cullen is the head of the Cullen Family. He's deadly, he's charming, and he's a single father with a small boy whose greatest wish is to have a mom. Twenty-one-year-old Isabella is sweet, maternal, loving, and good natured. When the Cullen boys crash into her world, she finds her simple life is never going to be the same.

Bella's just opened up her new Bar with the money that she got from Charlie's life insurance, she meets Edward not knowing he's the son of a Mob boss, This Bella is badass with balls of steel. THIS STORY IS NOW COMPLETE...SEQUEL FOLLOWING SOON :-)

There were 4 unwritten laws in Forks during 1883.1-you listened to your Pa.2-You worshipped God.3-You did your chores without complaint.4-You stayed away from the Cullen brothers. I had no problems with those laws until a pair of green eyes looked my way.

A Tattward and Bella story. Bella is a single mom who has won the lottery and moved away from her home town. She meets the Gang and fun times ensue. Mostly Fluff. ADOPTED first 28 are the original. Starting on chapter 29...all Mathisson!

An experimental weapon, one of the most lethal chemicals ever created, has been stolen. Its final destination is unknown, but there's no doubt the powerful faction behind the theft is intent on one thing: War. But they didn't count on a fight. A team of Marines, led by Capt. Edward Cullen and accompanied by Dr. Isabella Swan, isn't about to let the world go up in flames. AH.

Edward has a choice, ride or die. But he's at the end of his moto career, where his body can't take much more. Will he ride, and if so, at what consequence? Motoward/Bella

What happens when Bella is attacked and her mob family find out she's pregnant? How does a protective family act when one of their own is attacked? No one knows for certain, the only thing they do know is they will kill anyone in their way to protecting her.

Be gentle, be sweet, speak of womanly things, but above all else give your king everything he desires, Lady Isabella Swan of Devonshire does none of these things...#Kingward

NOMINATED FOR AN EMERGING SWAN AWARD! To begin a new life Bella sets off with the Blacks and the Cullens on the treacherous Oregon Trail. On this life changing journey she encounters savage Indians, wild bandits, deathly illness, harsh conditions, and the mysterious and captivating Edward Masen with his own secret past. Is their love strong enough to survive The Trail? AU AH BxE

When Bella meets Edward Cullen for the first time she falls for him completely and blindly. She doesn't realise what loving him means she'll have to give up.

Staff Sergeant, Bella Swan, never suspected that in a world half away from her own, while fighting for the right for freedom of others that she'd fall in love with the only person who she could be denied. "We can't do this," I said brokenly. AH. B/E POV.

E&B broke up 4 yrs ago because E cheated... or did he? B walked away & never looked back. What happens when a 4 year secret comes back to bite B in the butt? Did E really cheat? And what secrets does he have lurking in his closet? Promised HEA. Lemons!

Bella was left by Edward to clean up the ruins of her life after his betrayal. What happens when Edward finds out that not all was as it seems. What are the consequences of his sins and what will he do to get her back? AH TwiFanFicRecs: Top Ten October 2012; Best Rec'd on Fan Fic Fridays 2012

Escaping an overbearing father and a shady past, Bella Swan hitches a ride with the Cullen crew when they ride through Forks.She soon realizes family is more than blood, and that lust and love are not the same. Will the FBI and a certain outlaw motorcycle gang be able to tear Edward and Bella apart? All human. E/B

"My mommy needs a Hero." Edward returned after four years of being in the Marines to find the girl he sill loves but had left behind in trouble and in need of help. Will Bella allow him to help her and her son? What else will he discover that he has left behind after listening to bad advice from over helpful friend? Cannon couples A/H.

A normal night out changes everything for two innocent sisters, who stumble upon something that will change their lives forever. Two brave U.S. marshals have to keep them hidden and keep them safe. How far are they willing to go to do what's right? Are the consequences worth it all? AH/Canon Couples/Rated M

She's a mob princess that was hidden from the mafia world and has never been seen. He's the next in line to take over his father's 'organization'. Arranged marriages happen in this world and theirs will create an alliance. He expects her to be just another spoiled mafia brat. But what he doesn't know is that she's no lamb. Mobward, meet the killer: Mobella. AH, AU, & OOC

what would you do if you found children... that didnt belong to you? would it be your best day? Bella had a horrible day, and on the way home she found children.

Bella Swan thought she'd escaped the life of the high society, but her family forced her to marry Edward Cullen, heir to the most prestigious family in North America. But Bella won't give up. She'll fight for her happiness and maybe she'll find love in the end.

The Oregon Trail. Over 2,000 miles of unforgiving wilderness stretches between Bella and a new life. Edward knew from experience the trail was no place for young love, but then, his heart was known to be foolish.

Resigned to her lonely fate, Bella risks her life to rescue a man left for dead by enemy soldiers. Edward turns out to be a little more than she bargained for, his presence awakening dangerous desires and inspiring dreams that could change her life—and the course of a Kingdom—forever. A Cinderbella tale.

After a forced marriage filled with violence, Bella escapes from Edward with their unborn child. Almost four years later, Edward has found her and their daughter and he refuses to let them go.

Bella is your average girl living a normal life. Edward is a young rich royal just looking for a good time. Royal Bliss isn't some fairytale, all actions have consequences and not everyone can be trusted. Lemons/Violence/AU/AH/E&B

She was a Princess, whose duty was a difficult one; marring the enemy. This is her journey in a country,where she was not welcomed, around people, who can't forget her origin and with a husband, who isn't easy to please. In Alaska she is going to learn about pain, loneliness and humiliation, but here also she will find the strength to be a great Queen and find the love of the life.

Edward Cullen is living life in the fast lane. As the lead singer of Breaking Dawn, he gets any woman he wants and makes no apologies for it. But when he sets his sights on timid Bella Swan, his life becomes irrevocably altered. How will he handle being thrown into fatherhood and co-parenting with the introverted beauty?

Isabella Swan has always wanted to be a pirate. When an opportunity arises, she disguises herself as a man and joins the crew of the biggest ship on the ocean. But when conflicting emotions for a certain pirate captain gets her in trouble, will she be able to conquer all and stay alive? Character names all Stephenie Meyer's. I do not own them! AU.

Newly traded and alone in an unfamiliar city, hockey player Edward Masen meets Bella Swan who happens to be his good friend's beautiful little sister. Hesitant to date a hockey player after being burned, Edward tries to convince Bella that he's not interested in puck bunnies. How hard will she make him work to convince her?

FOURTH in the Gravity Series. When one of their own is threatened, the crew will have to travel halfway around the globe to get them back. What they find will have them racing against the odds to save more than just one life. AH E/B Series.

Ultimatums were set and choices were made: 10yrs later they come to regret what they've done. Bella has kept a secret from Edward for 10yrs and the truth is about to unravel. She has a brutal past and is a single mom, living 2 seperate lives. He is a crushed, bitter man who just found out that he has a son! Will love prevail or have the deceit left too many scars?

Following an attack by modern day pirates, the Cullen's and Bella find themselves ship wrecked on a desert island in the pacific ocean. Join them as they salvage their boat, explore the island and build a new life. Alone. Rated M. Canon pairings. AH

When Edward's faith is continuously tested, will a move to a ranch in Texas help restore his belief in love once again? Will a little girl who has had to overcome many obstacles, bring two broken hearts together? EPOV/BPOV

Bella and Edward meet at age twelve after the death of Bella's father, a death blamed on the Cullen family.  Their families are sworn enemies, fighting for territory over their rival drug trafficking businesses. Bella and Edward meet again at age eighteen and their attraction to one another is undeniable.  Will their forbidden love destroy them both? A Dirty South Fanfic. AH/OOC

Edward and Bella are both single parents of 6-year-old boys. When Bella moves to Jacksonville for a new start, her and Edward become close, as well as their kids. However, when her dark past comes back to haunt her, will Bella be able to protect herself, and her son? Will she allow herself to trust Edward? EXB, EXR, JXA, All human. M for lemons in late chapters.

Master Sergeant Edward Cullen achieved a very important goal…twenty years of active service to country. As one chapter ends, he's determined to achieve another important goal…to get back the people he left behind in its pursuit. AH/AH. EPOV. Canon couples, but not in the canon way. Rated M…language, adult situations, citrus.

Running away from past demons and tragedies, broke and down on his luck, Edward gets a job in Texas as an oilfield roughneck. It's here he meets a younger woman. Bella is a cold, bitter oil money heiress, dealing with her own tragedy & heartbreak. They will have to put aside their prejudice and judgment in order to save each other from a life void of love and happiness.

Welcome to part 3 of the storm series. Sixteen years after Weather the Storm. Follow the Skip, Bella, and their kids - now older, wiser, and enmeshed in the family business. How will Edward cope with trying to teach Damion and Sonny the ropes, keeping Kylie out of trouble, and Bella happy? Does he still have what it takes to juggle all his duties? Mobward. OOC. AU. Romance/Humor.

"Young women can act silly, but men... Men make bold gestures." I opened the trunk for Bella. The man inside ended up on the pavement. Bella's eyes widened, and she covered her mouth. GangsterWard. *1958.*

Bella moves to the other side of the world, leaving everything she's ever known behind, including a broken heart. Edward, star player of one of New Zealand's best Super15 rugby teams is so smitten over his new Pilates trainer, he can't stop himself from going after her. Will they find a way to make it work on and off the field?

When Bella Swan moves to Forks and runs into the Cullens, she finally feels like she's home, but the absence of one proves to trouble her. Edward, now the black sheep of the family, lives life plagued by drug addiction. Could Bella be his saving grace?

After her best friend and boyfriend betray her in the worst way who does Bella Swan have to turn to? Edward Cullen, smooth, smart and suave manages to sweep her off her feet, but what is his secret and can she still find a way to fall for him? Mobward.

Bella Swan is the writer of a women's magazine assigned to write an article about the women behind professional hockey players. She finds herself in a strange city immersed in the world of professional hockey. What happens when the team's superstar forward, Edward Cullen, comes into the picture? They are in for an NHL season filled with drama...on and off the ice. E/B AU All human.

"It's more than a promise, beautiful…because this...you and me...it's happening right now..." - Manwhore Restaurateur Edward and Artsy Independent Single Mom Bella. Old high school crushes & thirty-something hot crazyness! Oh, and some little red cherry candies, too! Who will break first? Or rather, who never stood a chance to begin with? - WARNING: Over 18 only for Language/Lemons

Bella Swan is about to go into the world of Edward Cullen after she graduated from college. This is not your regular love story. Bella and Edward will learn that there is a greater challenge that comes before love: A Darkened Heart. And along with that challenge comes the life and survival of Edward's 3-year-old son.

She likes to stay in the background and loves her quiet life. He plays football and loves women and attention. One night their worlds collide and the results will be explosive. Let s hope for the best.

Life for a young waitress can be pretty mundane. The highlight of Bella's week was the lunchtime visit from the three sexy mechanics from across the street. Then one day there was a little boy at her table left alone.

**On Hiatus** Extending a family via adoption is never easy as Bella and Edward know but they are about to meet the little girl that has been deemed perfect for them. Little did they know there'd be more love to go around than they originally thought.

Single father, Edward Cullen has his hands full with his children but daycare owner Bella Swan helps in more ways that one but she has some issues of her own to deal with. Bella/Edward with all canon couples. Rated M for language and possible lemons in future chapters.

When her life fell apart, Bella ran. Not to avoid the problems, but to save the lives of those she loved. Lost with no guidance she finds herself with a bad drug habit and a job that involves shedding her inhibitions and her clothes. Stuck in this new rut, Bella has to choose between living or giving up completely. AU. Rated M for violence and drug usage.

Bella and James Swan move out west after their parents death. Moving to Wyoming, they both come to work on the ranch of Edward Cullen. See what happens when your life and love are as wild as the west. AH future lemons.

A one night stand, a handful of condom wrappers, and Bella decides she's meant to be alone. Fate has other plans. Re-posted with minor edits.

Bella is on the run from James, a made man in the Volturi Family, after witnessing him commit murder. Edward, a capo for the Cullens, promises her protection. However, Carlisle, his father and the Don, won't allow war between the Cullens and the Volturis over some girl they don't know. How far will Edward go to keep his promise?

10 years ago, Edward was hopelessly in love with someone he couldn't have - out-of-reach, classmate, Bella. But when his 7yr old son is the reason they meet again, will Fate help this single father and give him a second chance?

No one ever said parenting was easy. But, when you have a spoiled brat of a teenage daughter, a little boy who thrives for attention, and immature parents, you could say that there family is a little more chaotic than some families, and in need of some help. It doesn't help that the town likes to gossip about them, and Mrs. Weber is out to get Bella and little Masen.

Edward a prince. Bella a fighter. Both never expected the attraction, love or hate between them. He ordered for her to be flogged because she called him stupid. She called him stupid because he spoke in jokes. He wants her, she wants him. A STORY OF LOVE, LUST AND SEX! E/R, J/A, E/B

After Bella's father dies, she must return to her childhood home with her teenage son in tow. But the Masens are running the place now, which complicates things. Will Bella kick them off the ranch to sell it, or will they all come together and save the ranch instead? AH. E/B. RATED M. COWBOYWARD.

Dr. Edward Cullen loves his job, but lives for his daughter. When her little world explodes he will do anything to piece it back together. But could the solution also bring him the happiness he didn't realize he was missing?

Edward is a a film star on a rest,so disenchanted with his life as Anthony Masen escaping from Carlisle's shadow, he meets Bella and her 2 children one of which is deaf. She is struggling with so much,he wants her,needs her but will he get her...

Bella Swan is a single mom raising her 4 year old son. Edward Cullen has been a single dad for over 2 years since his wife left him and his now 4 year old son. On the 4th birthday of their sons, their world gets turned upside down with the news - they were switched at birth. Romance, Drama, Humor, some Angst. EB REm AJ. AH.

When her Irish Kingdom is attacked, Isabella is left with no choice but to marry the barbaric Viking Chieftain in order to protect her people. Age of Edward 2012 EXPANDED.

Finalist, Tattward/Inkella Challenge. It was the first day she saw the tattoos peering out from beneath his shirt. It was the first day he spoke, capturing the pain locked within her. But could a broken soul save another? AU AH slightly OOC. Lemon.