AU Post-NM. Teacher!Bella, Student!Edward; a struggle of wills, an attempt at seduction, a dark secret, a dash of UST, a gallon of attitude, antagonistic motorcycling, a hell of a lot of angst and one unforgettable scene in a snow storm.

What if Edward let go of his inhibitions? What if Edward was more sultry, and by God what if Bella responded! Co-authored by "My-Bella".

Because sometimes, love hurts. Because it can challenge. Because it can turn on itself. Because love is a force and a superpower, and not an option. And because it will test Edward and Bella to their utmost limits. Even roses have thorns...

A few days before the wedding Edward is out hunting and Bella agrees to go see Jacob, which she later regrets after he viciously hurts her like she never imagined he would. How will Bella cope? How will everyone react? Rated M for Rape and a few lemons!