As always, none of this is mine. This belongs to Stephenie Meyer. I just like to dabble in the playground she created.

I'm happy that I finally figured out how to get to the climax of the story. Woo hoo! I'm also happy that Mobward is on his way to healing. Up next will be some happier times … the calm before the storm, if you will. Babies being born, Swans getting married and some citrusy times?

Chapter Eighteen

Bella

I was reading some romance novel on the patio while Charlie played on blanket in the shade. Edward was working out with Emmett, rehabbing his injury, a month and a half after the shooting. It was the weekend before my uncle's wedding. They were running along the shoreline of the lake, rebuilding my husband's endurance. He had a gnarly scar due to the infection, but he was healing and almost back to his pre-injury self.

"Mama," chirped my son. He stood up on wobbly legs, using the chaise lounge to move closer to me. "Up!"

I put my book down, scooping my son onto my lap. "You thirsty, sweet boy?"

"Yeah," he nodded, idly playing with my hair that was braided over my shoulder. I picked up a sippy cup from a cooler underneath the side table. It was cold and he eagerly drank the apple juice. "Dada!" He pointed at Edward and Emmett as they sprinted along the sand. My husband was creaming Emmett. They were laughing as they made their way toward the house. "Dada!"

"Kick his butt, Edward," I cheered. He smiled as he darted on to the patio and slid to a stop behind my chaise. "Woo! That's my man."

"Hell, Edward. Even gimpy, you're faster than me," Emmett panted as he gripped the railing of our deck. He sat down heavily, rubbing his chest. "Can't breathe …"

"Here, Em, have some water," Edward said, handing water to his younger brother. Emmett just scowled at Edward, still breathing unevenly. "Hey, don't look at me in that tone of voice. It's not my fault that you're so slow. It's why you were on defense on the high school football team and I was the wide receiver."

"I'm not slow," Emmett muttered under his breath, slamming his water and pouring it over his dark curls. "You're just freakishly fast, Edward. Damn." I cleared my throat, arching a brow at Emmett and I held out my hand. "Come on, Bella! I'm dying here."

"You owe Charlie, your adorable and malleable nephew, $15," I smirked.

Edward reached into his pocket and handed his brother a small card that I had laminated for all the potty mouthed members of our family. Emmett's jaw dropped. "Bella's serious about this swear jar. Charlie is a little parrot. He repeats everything."

"I'll have to pay you later. I didn't exactly bring my wallet," Emmett grumbled. He looked down at his phone and he got up quickly. "I've got to go. I'm meeting Lauren at Chicago Title."

"Did you purchase a home?" I asked. "I know you mentioned it, but I never heard anything after that initial conversation."

"We did. I found a gorgeous home in Mom and Dad's neighborhood," Emmett said. "It's further in and right along the lake, similar to this place, but on a smaller scale. It's perfect for the two of us … and when the time is right, more."

"Are you thinking of proposing?" Edward questioned, holding Charlie between his legs and idly playing with his son.

Emmett wrinkled his nose. "I don't know. I love Lauren. We're a good match …"

"You're gun-shy," I finished for him. "After what Rosalie did to you, cheating on you and everything else. I don't blame you."

"We'll talk more," Emmett said. He nodded before darting to the front of the house.

"What do you think about Emmett's decision about Lauren?" I asked, standing up and picking up Charlie. It was getting warm and in the distance, I heard the faint rumble of thunder. Edward picked up the cooler, following me into the house. I put Charlie into his highchair, making us lunch. "Edward?"

"I don't blame him for being hesitant. Rosalie raked him over the coals," Edward answered. "But, to not marry Lauren? They are so well suited to each other. They make each other laugh. She grounds him, loving him despite his position within our family." He pursed his lips. "Whatever he decides, I'll support him. He needs to come to whatever realization he wants to make about Lauren on his own."

"If I had to guess, they'll get completely hammered and then elope," I snickered, putting a sandwich in front of Edward. "Chips or more of your mom's protein pasta salad."

"Chips, please. If I eat any more protein pasta, I'll …" he shuddered. "It has a weird aftertaste."

"But, it's good for your gimpy leg," I said, putting some chips into a bowl. I made some lunch for Charlie before turning to make my own meal. "I'll make some regular pasta salad for you, Capo. No weird aftertaste."

"I'd rather just eat you," Edward purred, smirking darkly.

"Behave, Cullen," I whimpered. "I'm out of commission. While I was in the city for a fitting for my bridesmaid dress, I had an appointment with Dr. Myerson."

"A little blood doesn't bother me," he shrugged, popping a chip into his mouth.

"It bothers me," I countered. "I should be good to go by Uncle Jimmy's wedding. Then, you can feast on me as much as you'd like, Edward."

"Excellent," he growled.

xx MOTM:FFF xx

Edward

Working behind my desk, I was reading a report that Rhonda had prepared for me since I'd taken my leave of absence. Since I was still recovering from my leg injury and working a bit with Dr. Vincent Moretti, I was back at work at the Consortium.

"Mr. Cullen?" chirped Rhonda.

"Yes, Rhonda," I replied.

"Your wife is on line one. She sounds excited? Nervous?" Rhonda said.

"Thank you," I said, picking up the phone and smiling. "Dolce, it's always a pleasure to hear from you."

"Alice called," Bella murmured. "Or rather, Jasper called. He tried to reach you, but your cell phone went straight to voicemail."

"Is Alice? Is she having her baby?" I asked.

"She's had the baby. They had to go in, performing a C-section. Her body couldn't handle it anymore," Bella said. "She was so small and her baby was just too big."

"Is everything okay? Bella?"

"The baby is fine, big," Bella answered. "Almost eleven pounds."

"Holy shit," I breathed. "That's not a baby; that's a bowling ball. A girl, right?"

"Yeah," Bella responded. "Anyway, Jacob and I are on our way to the condo. Nessie is meeting us there so we can go to the hospital."

Her voice was distracted and I frowned. "What's wrong? You should be over the moon."

"There were … complications," Bella said. "Alice started bleeding out."

"What? Is she okay?" I gasped.

"I don't know. Jasper is understandably a mess. He's with his baby girl, Sophie. Esme and Charlotte are monitoring Alice's condition."

"I'll meet you there, cara," I said. "She still at Chicago Med?"

"Yeah. Surgical floor, but I may go check on Jasper. You remember how squicked out Jasper was with Charlie as a newborn," Bella said, her amusement overriding her concern for her best friend. "We should be there in a little under an hour. I'll text you. Make sure you have your phone on, Edward."

I pulled it out of my pocket, noticing that it was on silent. I turned the cell phone back on and slid it back into my pocket. "Done, Bella. I love you."

"I love you, too, Edward," she said, ending our call.

I got up, smoothing my suit coat over my chest and left my office, locking it up. "Rhonda, I'm leaving for the day. My best friend's wife just had her baby and there are some complications."

"Emmett just told me the same thing," Rhonda said. "All of your meetings will be rescheduled at your earliest convenience."

"I don't know what I'd do without you, Rhonda," I responded gratefully. "I'll be in touch."

I met Emmett at the elevator. We rode down and I drove us to Chicago Med. We made our way to the surgical floor. My mother, Aunt Charlotte and Uncle Peter were seated in the waiting room. My mom scurried to me, throwing her arms around my neck. "Where's Dad?"

"Checking on Jasper and Sophie," she said, running her fingers down my lapels of my jacket. "Liam is with them."

I blinked and saw Felix standing off to the side, like a sentry. He gave me a nod. I turned back to my mom, "Bella's on her way with Jake. Nessie is watching Charlie."

"Lauren is coming, too. Sue was at the boutique, getting her final fitting of her wedding dress," Emmett explained.

"Who's with Lauren?" I asked.

"Claire was with Sue, trying on her dress and Seth was waiting with his sister in the lobby," Emmett answered. "No one was unattended, Edward."

"What's the news?" I pressed.

"The baby is fine and obviously very big from someone as tiny as Alice," Mom answered. "I can totally relate. Both of you were quite big babies. I'm not as small as Alice, but both of your giant heads did cause damage."

"Ugh, Mom. I don't need to know this," Emmett whined.

"Shut up," I snapped, smacking my brother's arm. "And Alice?"

"In surgery. They couldn't stop the bleeding after they delivered Sophie," Aunt Charlotte answered.

"They may have to perform a hysterectomy to save her," Mom murmured. "Dr. Myerson is doing her best."

Bella arrived a few moments later. She walked into my arms and snuggled close to me. I kissed her forehead. "How's Jasper?"

"Clinging to his daughter like a life raft," Bella whispered. "He's really worried about Alice. It was bad, supposedly."

"Alice Whitlock?" called a nurse.

Mom and Bella stood up, along with Aunt Charlotte. They went into a conference room and I watched as Dr. Myerson spoke to them. A few moments later, Bella hugged Mom and Aunt Charlotte. Dr. Myerson nodded, smiling at my family before leaving. They walked out of the conference room and looked relieved. "Well?" Emmett asked.

"Everything is okay. They managed to stop the bleeding without any sort of drastic measures. She had to have a few blood transfusions, but she'll be able to have more children, if she wants them," Mom breathed. "She's in recovery, but will be moved to her room in a little bit."

"They're keeping her sedated until tomorrow and Sophie will be in the nursery," Bella explained, falling into my arms. "Come with me to tell Jasper, Edward."

We rode up to labor and delivery. I was given a lanyard. Bella led me to a bank of rooms with rocking chairs and bassinets. She knocked on one of the doors. Jasper's ragged voice responded and we went inside. My best friend was sitting in a rocking chair, holding a tiny bundle of pink. His eyes were bleary and his cheeks were red. "How is she, Jasper?" Bella asked.

"Perfect," he whispered, pressing a tender kiss to her forehead. "Tired. She had a trying day, just like her mom."

"Can I hold her?" I questioned.

"Of course, Edward," Jasper smiled, getting up and handing her to me. "You are her godfather."

I snuggled my god daughter into my arms, staring at her. Her skin was soft and pink. She had a shock of black curls on her head with the iciest blue eyes I'd ever seen. She stared up at me, gurgling sweetly and grabbing at my fingers. I caressed her soft cheek, smiling tenderly at this sweet girl. "She's beautiful, Jasper. You and Alice made a gorgeous baby girl."

"She is perfect," Bella cooed, kissing Sophie's forehead.

"Do you know anything about Alice?" Jasper asked as he prepared a bottle.

"I just spoke with Dr. Myerson. Alice is going to be fine. They managed to stop the bleeding without any radical measures," Bella said, arching a brow. "She's in recovery and sedated, but will be totally fine."

Jasper gripped the counter and blew out a slow breath. "Thank God," he said quietly. "When they ushered me out of the surgical suite with Sophie, I heard scary things … hemorrhaging, blood clots, hysterectomy, death … I can't lose my wife. She's my whole world."

"Both of your girls are your world," Bella replied.

Jasper chuckled, looking at his child in my arms. "Agreed. I just couldn't imagine doing this without Alice. I was so scared that she was … that her body had given up. This pregnancy took so much out of her. She's just so tiny."

"And your baby is not," I replied, looking at Sophie. "She's the size that Charlie was when he was almost two months old."

"Exactly," Jasper retorted. "I can't lose Alice or Sophie. I'm getting snipped."

"Don't make any rash decisions, Jasper," Bella chided gently. "Today was scary and understandably so. This is something that you and Alice should discuss before making any final decisions."

Jasper looked at my wife, his eyes swirling with anxiety, exhaustion and understanding. He blinked to me and he stared at his daughter in my arms. "You're right," he whispered, walking over to me. I handed him back his child. He cradled Sophie to his chest. "Thank you for being here. Both of you."

"You're family, Jasper," I said, giving him an awkward hug and kissing his cheek. "I love you and I'd do anything for you and your family. You know that."

"I do, Boss," he said. Looking at my wife, he kissed her cheek. "I know that Alice spoke to you about …"

"I'm excited to be her godmother," Bella grinned. "Now, why don't you go check on your wife? Edward and I will stay with Sophie."

"I'll go in a little bit. I want to be able to bring her with me to see her mother," Jasper said. "I think it's important. You know?"

"We know," I murmured. "Congratulations, Dad."

"Shit," Jasper laughed nervously. "I'm somebody's dad. Sophie, you're not dating until you're thirty. Or … ever …"

"Welcome to the land of parenthood, Jas," Bella snickered. "Call us if you need anything and congratulations. She's absolutely perfect."

"Just like her mom," Jasper breathed.

xx MOTM:FFF xx

"This has been quite a busy week," Jimmy snickered while he settled on his seat overlooking Wrigley Field. I'd cashed in my anniversary present from my wife, and rented out a rooftop for Jimmy's bachelor party that wasn't a bachelor party. It was essentially a means to get him out of Sue's hair while final details were being done in my backyard. He puffed on his cigar, a gift from Jasper celebrating the birth of his daughter. "How's Alice? The baby?"

"Both are doing well," Emmett answered. "Sophie has been discharged."

"And Alice?" Jimmy pressed.

"Jasper just texted me. She's been discharged today. They needed to do another blood transfusion," I replied. "They are planning on coming to the ceremony, but not staying for the reception."

"Oh, my word, they do not need to come," Jimmy said, shaking his head.

"Alice was insistent. She'd been confined to a bed for far too long. She wants to get dolled up and come to the wedding," I snickered. "Even with the bare minimum of sleep, she's determined to join the land of the living. Spending the last few weeks of her pregnancy in a hospital drove her batty."

"Well, first there was the baby being born. Today is the bachelor party," Jimmy said.

"Don't call it that," I retorted, giving him a wry grin.

"Right, got it," Jimmy nodded. "Let's just call a spade a spade. Sue kicked me out. She had shit she needed to get done and I was under foot. I just wanted to make sure that the food …"

"Will be handled by my housekeeper, Mrs. Cope. You are not in charge tomorrow, Jimmy. You are the groom, wearing a navy suit and patriotic boutonniere," I quipped.

"Not a full suit," Jimmy countered, pointing at me with his cigar. "Dress pants, white shirt and a vest. It's supposed to be hot, sticky and humid. I'm not fricking wearing a full suit. Our wedding is casual, fun and us. It's not some massive wedding like yours, with royalty and prestigious people of the like. This is for our families. I found happiness with Sue, with Leah. Never in my life did I expect to find that."

"We're happy you did," Emmett murmured. "What are you plans for the honeymoon?"

"We're spending a week and a half in Hawaii," Jimmy answered. "Your brother was kind enough to arrange for a private villa."

"And a private plane," I added. "Nothing but the best and absolute comfort for the father figure in Bella's life. The flight to Hawaii is a long one. Flying commercial would kick anyone's ass. You need to spread out."

"I'm not about to look a gift horse in the mouth," Jimmy laughed. He blinked to the field as the crowd cheered. "Nice! A homerun!"

"Is Leah coming with you?" Emmett asked.

"She's splitting her time with me and Claire," Seth responded.

"She's also hanging out with us, too," I answered. "She's staying with us after the wedding. Then, she'll be with Seth and Claire."

We heard boos. The other team had scored and it was apparent that the Cubs were getting creamed. "As much as I want to stay and watch, our Cubbies are getting their asses handed to them on a platter," Jimmy said.

"You won't get any complaints from me," Dad said. He smoothed his White Sox jersey with a wide, shit-eating grin.

"How am I related to you?" I asked, tossing a piece of popcorn to my dad. "Ugh, the Sox."

"Ugh, the Cubs," Dad mimicked, tossing the popcorn into his mouth.

We left the rooftop, driving to Emmett's condo. We shared some expensive bourbon, smoked cigars and gave Jimmy advice on how to be a perfect husband for Sue. Some of the advice was pretty sage and needed. Jimmy had lived most of his life as a bachelor. He'd adjusted pretty well, living with Sue, but things changed after marriage.

Don't get me wrong … Bella and I had a wonderful relationship prior to our marriage. Since we'd gotten married, we'd had fights, but the dynamics of our relationship had changed after we'd exchanged vows. It was stronger. It was more. It was us and I loved her more every day.

The rest of the advice was downright raunchy. Seth blanched when Emmett tried to give Jimmy sex advice. I smacked my brother, hissing that we didn't need to know about his pervy, kinky sexual Olympics with Lauren. Emmett went to argue, but I gestured to Seth. He looked completely petrified and freaked out about even imagining his mother having sex.

Shortly after Emmett's unwelcome advice, the party began to break up. Jimmy settled into one of Emmett's guest rooms, with Seth staying in the Fortress in Emmett's condo. Dad and I drove to my condo, with Felix protecting us. Liam and Jacob were at my home, watching over the women. Jasper was also at his home, if needed. But, with a newborn and a healing wife, I was determined not to call him.

After chatting with Bella, I settled in to sleep. Tomorrow was going to be an amazing day, but a long one.

xx MOTM:FFF xx

Bella

"Alice, I'm shocked you're up and about," I said as I sat in the makeshift salon in my kitchen. My hair was being curled by one of Lauren's assistants, Bree, who had her cosmetology certification. "You should be resting. It was only a few days ago that you were in the hospital, looking as grey as my walls."

Alice had bounced back. Her cheeks were pink, healthy and her hair was curled. She wore one of her maternity dresses, but it was already swimming on her. "I spent nearly six weeks sitting on my ass," she said. "I love Sophie. She's a godsend, but I need to get back into the land of the living. I wanted to be here for Sue and Jimmy."

"I'm grateful that you are here. I'm also so excited to meet this little angel," Sue sang, cradling Sophie in her arms. "She's the most gorgeous baby I've ever seen. Those eyes … like crystal!"

"According to Charlotte, Jasper had the same eyes," Alice said, sipping some coffee. "And his eyes are the most gorgeous shade of turquoise. She's a perfect blend of the two of us."

The morning passed quickly. Alice relished in the freedom of not having Sophie by her side. With five women, Sophie was completely spoiled and doted on, save for when she got hungry and Alice had to feed her. By midafternoon, Claire, Leah, Sue and I were all dressed. Felix acted as our photographer, shooting many candid shots and staged photos. With a few words, the women in my kitchen went out into our backyard. Seth walked inside, smiling when he saw his mom. "Wow … I've never seen you so happy, Mom," he breathed.

She gripped her red bouquet, smiling widely. Her dress was a soft cream, with lace detailing and an empire waist. She wore a pair of pearl earrings that Uncle Jimmy had gotten her for her birthday and a baroque pearl necklace, borrowed from Esme. "When your father died, I thought I'd never be happy again. I threw myself into caring for you and Leah," she breathed, caressing Leah's face. "I was resigned to be on my own. Granted, with how your father was taken from us, we would always have support but it wasn't the same. Now? With Jimmy, I feel like I have a partner, a best friend, a lover …"

"Mom," Seth whined. "My mind needs to be bleached thanks to Emmett and his advice from last night."

Sue smirked at her son. "You were not conceived from Immaculate Conception, Seth."

He waved his hands wildly and shook his head. "Mom! Please?!"

"She probably feels the same way about knowing that you have sex, Seth," Claire deadpanned. "You remember when she …"

"Okay, enough," Seth grumped. "Let's get you married, Mom. Make an honest woman out of you." He held out his arm and Sue glided to her son's side.

Leah, Claire and I went outside. It was humid and sunny, a perfect summer's day. Overlooking the lake, there was a gorgeous arbor with red, white and blue flowers. Edward and Emmett stood next to Uncle Jimmy, looking handsome in their casual but stunning wedding attire. My husband held Charlie and he grinned at me, his eyes glittering behind his glasses. Jasper played on his guitar, looking more relaxed than I'd seen him in months.

Claire walked down the aisle first, with me next and Leah standing closest to her mother. Leah was confused and Edward gallantly escorted her down the aisle with a friendly, loving smile. He'd passed Charlie to Carlisle, who bounced our son on his knee. I mouthed that I loved my husband and he winked cheekily.

Jasper's guitar playing changed and everyone stood up as Seth escorted Sue down the aisle. When Sue's hand was placed into Uncle Jimmy's, Seth took his spot behind my uncle as Best Man. Jenks had pulled some strings to get a justice of the peace to officiate the ceremony. It was a simple ceremony, filled with love and promises of a happily ever after. Uncle Jimmy cried and he kissed Sue while he said his vows. Sue eagerly accepted it, caressing his cheeks.

When they were proclaimed husband and wife, our friends and family clapped as they kissed, sealing their marriage. They walked down the aisle and down the pier for some private time. The rest of us went into the tent that had been set up for some cocktails, appetizers and to cool off.

An hour later, Felix took photos of the happy couple and our friends and family milled around our backyard. Jasper and Alice left with baby Sophie. Despite Alice's need to be in the thick of things, she was still recovering from a very traumatic childbirth. She was exhausted and needed to rest.

By twilight, we were all seated and eating a catered dinner from Uncle Jimmy's restaurant, with his servers and chefs. We also had his employees vetted, to guarantee our safety and the need for discretion. The food was traditional barbecue-fare, but with an upscale twist.

Edward fiddled with the baby monitor, checking the screen while he looked in on Charlie. "Do you think he's okay? I mean, we're out here …"

"We're just outside, Capo," I chided, kissing his cheek. "We have one of these fancy video monitors. If he wakes up, we'll hear it and see it."

"We should have brought in Nessie," Edward grumbled.

"As much as I love her, I am adamant on keeping our lives separate from our lives in the city. We'll be fine," I argued, taking the monitor and putting it in front of our wine glasses. "He'll be fine. Drink some wine."

"With barbecue ribs, I want beer," Edward snorted, waving down a server. He got a bottle of some local IPA. I stuck with wine, sipping a citrusy, light white wine.

Uncle Jimmy stood up, clinking on his wine glass. He blushed when everyone stopped talking and directed their attention to him. He looked at his new bride, smiling brightly. "First off, I want to thank my niece and her husband, Edward, for opening up their home for our beautiful wedding. Bella, Edward, we love you both so much and we'll so thankful for your generosity."

"To Bella and Edward," Sue chimed, raising her glass.

I blushed and smiled at my uncle. Edward held up his beer, nodding at Uncle Jimmy reverently in response to his appreciation.

"Secondly, I never even imagined, in my wildest dreams, that I'd ever be married. My older brother, Bella's father, Charlie, said I was a confirmed bachelor. That was his polite way saying that he was thinking that I was gay." The audience chuckled. "I never met the right woman, to be honest. I also was a serial monogamist. I was in relationships, but none of them felt like how I felt about my Sue. The love I feel for her is more than … words cannot be described. I've found a partner, a best friend, a lover. I cannot wait to spend the rest of my life with you, Susie-Q. Every moment is more magical than the last."

Sue stood up, kissing Uncle Jimmy and caressed his scruffy cheek. "I love you, too, Jimmy. But, today is our wedding day. Couldn't you have shaved?"

Jimmy barked out a laugh, running his fingers over his jaw. "It's a part of my allure, Mrs. Swan."

"That's true," Sue grinned, snuggling into his arms. "Thank you for being here and celebrating our wedding day, especially on Independence Day. It's my favorite holiday and regardless of where we are, I'll always get to enjoy fireworks." She smirked, kissing Jimmy and people cheered. Seth groaned, hiding behind his napkin, turning a bright red.

"To fireworks," Edward sang, holding up his beer.

"To fireworks," we all replied.

xx MOTM:FFF xx

Edward

The tent had the roof removed and the lights twinkled against the deep blue of the sky. Bella and I were dancing to the slow, Latin beat playing through the speakers. My parents were watching the monitor while I had a few moments with my wife. My fingers glided along her bare back, relishing in her silky skin.

"It was a perfect day," Bella said quietly, idly playing with the damp tendrils of my hair at my collar.

"A little too warm, but it was perfect," I agreed with her.

"I'm glad we got the A/C for the tent, but it's not really working now since the tent has been partially taken down," Bella snickered, kissing my jaw and sliding her hands down my chest. "Sue really wanted to see the fireworks. I don't blame her. Something about fireworks is almost magical."

"I agree to that," I said, turning my wife in my arms as the fireworks display I'd hired began. She smiled, leaning back in my arms as the rockets glared red, blue, purple, green and brilliant white. Our friends and family 'oohed' and 'aahed' while Sue and Jimmy lazily danced underneath their own private fireworks display, soft grins on their faces.

"As much as I love my uncle and weddings, I really want all of these people gone," Bella said, rubbing her ass against my crotch. I held her hips still and kissed below her ear. "Edward …"

"I'll make love to you all night, cara," I purred, sliding my hand underneath the full skirt of her royal blue bridesmaid dress. It was short and casual, floating from her body in layers of chiffon and satin. I squeezed her bare ass, moving my fingers between her legs, finding nothing but wet, smooth skin. "Dirty girl. Where are your panties?"

"I took them off," she giggled, spreading her legs and arching her back. She wanted my fingers to slid inside her. I just teased her body, relishing in the increase of her arousal that spilled from her. "Ed – ward …"

I grinned, removing my hand from between her legs and cupped her face. "Suck, baby."

She took my finger that had been caressing her folds, tasting her arousal. I pulled my finger from her mouth. With a low growl, I kissed her and pressed my tongue between her lips. She moaned, gripping my hair and returning my demanding kiss with fervor. I heard a throat clear. Reluctantly, I pulled my mouth away from my wife's. I scowled at who interrupted us and saw that it was my brother.

"Behave, Boss," he chided. "You two were about to have your own porno."

"I think it was hot," Lauren smirked, winking at my wife.

"Hot, yes, but not appropriate at the moment," Emmett chided with a crooked grin. "The party's disbanding once the fireworks are done. The servers and kitchen staff have already boxed up the food. The leftovers are in your freezer in your fridge."

"You're taking some of those leftovers," Bella said.

"We'll pick them up tomorrow," Lauren promised. "Like you, weddings are bringing something out in us." She threaded her fingers with Emmett's and he kissed her solidly on her mouth. She giggled and draped her arms around my brother's waist.

The music began to swell and the explosions from the fireworks increased. We all watched the grand finale light up the night sky. Felix snapped photos of Jimmy and Sue with the fireworks as the backdrop. I nuzzled Bella's neck until the explosions stopped. A smattering of applause filled our backyard. Jimmy whispered in Sue's ear and she nodded.

With hugs, kisses and well-wishes, Jimmy and Sue left the house and used a limo to drive to their home for their first night as husband and wife. They would spend the day with us tomorrow before leaving the following day to fly to Maui.

By eleven, the only people remaining were my parents, Emmett, Lauren, Seth, Claire and Leah. "It was a wonderful day," Mom breathed as she handed me the baby monitor.

"My mom and Jimmy were so happy," Seth said, holding up his sister. "However, we need to get Leah to bed."

"We have her set up in one of the guest rooms," Bella replied, wriggling out of my arms. "We also have one set up for you, if you want to stay."

"I think that may be smart," Claire chuckled. "I know I'm in no condition to drive. One too many glasses of wine."

"I think I want to stay with Leah, too. She's been here and spent the night, but never without Mom and Jimmy," Seth explained. "Let's get her upstairs, Claire."

"I'll grab the bags from our car," Claire said, tucking a curl behind Leah's hair.

Bella and Claire helped Leah into bed. I checked on Charlie, who was sleeping in his crib. I rubbed his belly, smiling softly at my son. With kiss to my fingertips, I left his room and walked to my bedroom. Bella was inside, sitting on the edge of the bed and rubbing her bare feet. Walking across the room, I sat down next to Bella and picked up her foot, taking over her foot massage.

"Fuck, yes," Bella moaned, flopping back on the bed.

I continued rubbing her feet, moving my hands up to her calves. Bella leaned up on her elbows, looking at me with hooded eyes. I moved so I was kneeling on the floor, sliding my hands up to her thighs. "Lift up your skirt, Isabella."

She smirked while she lifted her knee-length skirt to reveal her naked lower body. "It was too hot for underwear, Edward."

"Indeed," I purred, spreading her legs and looking down at her pink, swollen sex. "I want to feel your sweaty skin against mine …"

"Extra dirty," she chuckled, reaching behind her neck and untying the halter. She smiled at me, standing up and shimmied her dress off her body. With a wink and completely bare, she sashayed to the French doors to our outdoor balcony overlooking the lake. "Come fuck me, Capo. Make it dirty, rough and sweaty. I want to feel your cock in me for days. It's been too fucking long."

She walked outside and lit some candles. I tugged off my tie and shrugged out of my vest. Unbuttoning my shirt, I switched off the lights to give us a more romantic ambience. I wanted to make love to my wife in the starlight. I followed her out to the balcony. Our bedroom was on the far side of the house, away from the guest rooms. They overlooked the front yard, where our bedroom had a beautiful view of the lake.

My view was more entrancing by my wife sitting on a chaise lounge. Her legs were spread, displaying her swollen, glistening sex and she was idly caressing her breasts with her hand. "That is a vision," I said, staring at her.

"So are you, Edward," she said, reaching to the side table. She picked up something and gave me a coy smile. "You know, while you were recuperating from your wound, I decided to do some … preparation." She held up a silver item. "When we experimenting with making homemade porn, I mentioned that I wanted to feel you everywhere. I wanted you to claim in every way."

I took the item from her fingers, twirling it under the subtle light of the moonlight and the candles. It was a bejeweled butt plug with a dark green jewel on one end. "You've been using this?"

"I started with the smallest one in the set, working my way up to that size," Bella answered, her hand sliding down her belly to her swollen sex. She swirled her fingers along her soaked folds. "However, that is nowhere near as endowed as you are, Edward."

"Agreed," I chuckled. "Turn over, Bella. Ass in the air."

She grinned and got up from the chaise lounge. She got onto all fours, wriggling her ass enticingly at me. I squeezed her cheeks. Bella whimpered, arching her back and spreading her legs. I curled around her, kissing her mouth deeply. She moaned and rolled her body against mine. I picked up the lube on the side table, pulling away from her. "Edward …"

"Spread your cheeks, Bella," I said. "I want to play." She bit her lip, leaning forward and taking her hands on her ass. She followed my command with a hungry look in her eyes. I opened the lube and drizzled some along her rosette. With gentle caresses, I teased her asshole. She shuddered. "You're going to be so fucking tight, cara." I circled her ass, giving her a chance to get used to me. "Relax, baby."

"Yeah, okay," she breathed, looking back at me over her shoulder. Her eyes were filled with nothing but trust and love. "I want this. I want you."

"So, do I, Bella," I whispered, pressing my middle finger inside her, relishing in her tightness surrounding my finger. She moaned, loudly and I felt her body tense. I looked down at where I was touching her. Her pussy lips were soaked. Her arousal was spilling out of her. My wife was having an orgasm. I pumped my finger in her, adding a second finger and stretching her further. As she shuddered, I slid the cool metal into her. She gasped, losing her grip on her ass cheeks as she trembled with a powerful orgasm that claimed her.

I massaged her ass as she sat down, panting from exertion. "Holy fuck, Edward. That was intense …"

"It was, Bella," I said. I looked by my feet and her arousal had just poured out of her and spilled onto the warm concrete on the balcony. "Now, I gave you pleasure and I want some from you."

"What do you want … sir?" she purred, looking up at me with a seductive grin. Her hands glided up my thighs and cupped my almost painful arousal. "Do you want me to suck your cock?"

"Yes," I hissed as she squeezed my hardness through my dress pants. "Unbuckle my pants and take me in your mouth, Bella."

"With pleasure," she answered, making quick work of my belt and pants. She pulled my erection from my boxer briefs, licking her lips enticingly. With a gentle stroke of my length, she slid my cock into her mouth. Her legs were closed demurely, hiding her sex.

"Keep your legs apart, Bella. I want to see how much this turns you on," I said. She complied, keeping her legs open as she bobbed her head over me. "Your mouth feels like fucking heaven."

She hummed around me, relaxing her jaw and taking me further into her mouth. One hand was cupping the base of cock and the other was fondling my balls. I threaded my fingers into her messy curls, moaning in pleasure as she sucked me off. Bella squeezed my ass and encouraged my hips to move. I thrust gently into her mouth, lost in the sensations of her pouty lips, wet heat of her tongue and the sharp nips of her teeth. Her fingers teased me, bringing me closer to my own release. She looked up at me, her brown eyes filled with carnal lust. She released me with a pop, jacking me off with her hand as she sucked on my balls. "Bella … cara …"

"I want you to feel as intense as I did when I came," she replied, swirling tongue over the head of my swollen cock. Her red lips were wet from her saliva, spreading her lipstick all over her face. She looked hot has fuck, all disheveled and in control of my body.

"Bella, as amazing as your mouth feels, I want to be inside you when I come," I growled, tossing my shirt off my body. I stepped away, lifting her up and claiming her mouth. She moaned against my lips, pushing my pants over my hips. I sat down on the chaise, putting my wife on my lap. I twisted her jewel that was in between her cheeks. She gasped, clinging to my shoulders. "Do want me here?"

"Yes," she breathed against my lips. "All of me. I want to belong to you …"

I handed her the lube and stared into her eyes. "Coat me, baby, and relax. I'm about to fill you with something far bigger than that gorgeous jewel in your ass." She bit her lip, nodding as I eased the jewel from her rosette. Her hands covered my cock with lube. We were both so slick, with sweat, lube and arousal. She went to turn, but I stopped her. "No, look at me. Eyes on me."

"But …" she asked, her brows furrowing.

"I want to see if I'm hurting you," I whispered, maintaining eye contact. "Spread your ass cheeks, Bella." She sat on her knees, holding her hands on her behind. I grasped my cock, teasing her lower lips before finding her other entrance. "Take a breath, dolce." She did and slowly released it as I pressed inside. I moved slowly, inching deeper to her ass. Her mouth fell open as I continued to fill her. "What do you feel, Bella?"

"Pleasure," she whimpered, her head falling back. "Every nerve ending is firing."

When I pushed in as far as I could, I gently took her hands away from her ass. She looked at me, breathing heavily. I kissed her. "You're in control," I whispered, cupping her breasts.

She began rocking over me, gripping my sweaty hair. I slid my hand down her body and found her clit. I circled it with my fingers as I kissed her mouth greedily. With each roll of her hips, she grew more confident and relaxed, taking further into her body. I twisted her nipple with one hand and pumped my fingers into her pussy with the other. Never in my life had I felt her more wet. We probably didn't even need the fucking lube with as turned she was. "Edward, I feel like I'm … this orgasm is not ending," she said, her nails scraping down my shoulders.

"You are so tight and I'm not going to be able to hold off, Bella," I said, kissing her neck and curling my fingers inside her pussy. She grabbed my face, crushing her lips against mine. Our bodies moved as one. I thrust my hips up to meet her. My hand was completely drenched with her arousal as I curled my fingers against the spongy spot inside. I growled, feeling my balls clench and my cock swell. "Bella …"

"Come, Edward. Come inside me," she panted. "Claim me. Own me. Every fucking inch."

Her breathy plea triggered my body and ribbons of my cum filled her ass. I held her to my chest as we slowed our movements. She kissed my mouth languidly, nibbling on my lower lip. Her body was boneless, sated. I gently ran my hands along her back, allowing my heart to calm. I deepened our kiss as I lifted her off my cock, which slipped from her body. She whimpered at the loss. I pulled back, staring into her hooded eyes. "I love you, Bella. Every fucking inch."

She giggled, brushing my hair from my forehead. "Love is too small a word …"

"Hold on, cara," I breathed, picking her up. She latched her legs around my waist as I walked us back into our bedroom. "We're not done, yet."

xx MOTM:FFF xx

Bella

"Love is too small a word …" I whispered.

"Hold on, cara," he breathed, picking me up. I linked my feet together around his waist as he easily carried me into our bedroom. "We're not done, yet." He lay me on the bed, falling to his knees and spreading my legs. With a slow, carnal grin, he leaned forward and licked the length of my slit. I moaned, watching him with rapt attention. His mouth devoured me, tasting every inch of my sex.

I was very sensitive and his mouth on me was making me quiver, shatter over and over again. When he slid his tongue into my ass, I arched off the bed. It was too much, too many sensations. Waves of ecstasy washed over me, drowning me in pleasure. I'd barely recovered when he slid into my sex. "Edward …" I gasped. "So hard, so fast."

"Tasting us is the best aphrodisiac," he murmured against my mouth as he filled me to the hilt. He moved sinuously, reigniting my orgasms. Our bodies moved in concert, stemming from nearly four years together and the sheer love we had for each other.

Four orgasms, a soaked duvet cover from overzealous body, and two sweaty humans later, we were soaking in the bathtub. I was leaning against Edward's chest, idly tracing the bubbles over his arms. "I'm … completely boneless," I said.

"Well, we do need to remake the bed, cara," Edward chuckled, sliding his hands down my sides and inching them to cup my breasts. "Are you okay? I mean, really? Tonight, it was intense, Bella. I didn't hurt you, did I?"

"Edward, I had more orgasms than I'd ever thought humanly possible," I said, turning to face him. "Hell, I think I'm still coming. My body feels like it's a livewire!" He caressed my cheek and smiled tenderly at me. "Edward, you did not hurt me. I felt so good. It was passionate, loving, and amazing. If you'd asked me when we first met that I'd trust you that much, I would have laughed."

"You dumped a glass of wine on me on our first date," he snorted.

"That's because you proposed to me on the first date," I countered, giving him a wry grin. "But, we've come a long way since then. I love you. I trust you. I always want to be with you, Capo." I kissed his swollen lips. "I wouldn't have even considered what we did if I didn't love you implicitly." I picked up his hands, lacing our fingers together. "I gave you all of me. You are my best friend, Edward. My soul mate. My one … I can't imagine my life without you, even if you did fuck me six ways to Sunday."

He rolled his eyes. "We may have fucked each other six ways to Sunday, but I've only ever made love to you. I'm honored that you trusted me to …" he trailed off, caressing my ass. "I've only experimented, but never had anal sex. Suffice it to say, I'm overwhelmed at how much we felt, how close it made me feel toward you, dolce."

"So, we were both virgins," I chuckled. He nodded, giving me a shy grin. "I love that we only shared that with each other, Edward. No one else." I slid my arms around his neck and cuddled as close as I could to him in our bathtub. He held me closely, idly caressing my spine. "You also lived up to my request. I will be feeling you for days."

"I'm glad I'm able to oblige," he purred. "Now, we should stop stewing and make our bed. I'm not as young as I used to be, Bella. I will also be feeling this for days."

I giggled, getting up off his lap. I wrapped a towel around my body and held my hand out to my husband. "Come on, old man. Let's go to bed."

A/N: A tiny bit fluffy. A little bit boring. A lot of lemonade. Also, the calm before the storm …

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