Author's Note: I have great news. My boss aka my mom's boyfriend according to my mom, "He needs time to get things organized before you start work." So I am off the hook until further notice. I will be updating at normal speed until he tells me I have to work.

Disclaimer: I don't own it.

Misunderstanding

I didn't have to wait long for his arrival. As soon as I made myself comfortable on the couch I heard the door open and close in a swift motion. "Bella, you home?" he called.

"Yeah, I'm in the living room." I took a deep breath. Here we go. "How was hiking?" I asked when he came into view. He was smiling so I assumed he had a nice time.

"Great and how was...what is it that you did?"

"I took a swim." It was the truth, not entirely but it was the truth nonetheless. He raised his eyebrow not having a clue where I could possibly find water to swim. "Don't ask," I said closing the subject. I suddenly remembered why I was waiting for him. "Henry, why don't sit down." I patted the space beside me on the sofa. He looked confused but he took the seat.

"I think you are the a wonderful guy and I had a great time with you the other night," I started.

"But not wonderful enough right?" he stated guessing the direction of this conversation. I sighed, I couldn't beat around the bush anymore he already guessed it.

"No that's not it, it's just that I gave my heart away a long time ago and I never really got it back," I paused trying to read his expression. I could already see the sadness in his face and it was making this much more difficult than it already is. "I thought I could move on because it's been so long but I was lying to myself and you. I really am sorry, I know that you've always been here for me and I wish there was something I could do so that I wouldn't hurt you..." he placed his finger on my lips stopping the flow of words. He shook his head and smiled a bit.

"I get it. In fact, I got it since the day I met him. I saw the way he looked at you and the way you acted around him. I knew, and it hurt for a while and it still hurts but I know that you still love him. I was happy that you went out with me but I knew you weren't really happy with me as you would be with him. It was only a matter of time until you realized that. I love you Bella, and I'll always be here for you no matter what. I'm happy as long as you are." I gave him a big hug. He was so sweet, I wanted him to be happy for himself not for me. When I pulled away he added, "Tell Edward that if he ever dares to hurt you again, he'll have to answer to me." I laughed and nodded.

"Can I have one last kiss?" I considered it and decided it was the least I could do. He leaned in suddenly and kissed me on the lips causing me to fall backwards and him ending up on top of me. I also didn't expect Edward to jump through the window shattering it and growling loudly.

Before I could fully comprehend what just happened Edward had tackled Henry to the floor and attacking him while Henry defended himself. I jumped up and ran over doing my best to pull them away from each other. "Edward get off him!" I screamed but he didn't hear me or did but chose to not listen. "Edward would you listen to me?" Again, he ignored me. "Edward Cullen if you don't stop this instant consider us through!" He has to respond to this. He did. As soon as I finished my sentence he stopped punching Henry and ran to me. His eyes were black from anger, I had to do something to calm him down. I reached out and grabbed him, kissing him for a minute before pulling away. I checked his eyes and they were the honey color again. "Are you okay now?" I wanted to make sure. He nodded, a bit dazed from my sudden smooch. I turned to Henry who was now getting to his feet and brushing himself off. "Henry, are you okay?" I wanted to go over to him but Edward grabbed my waist keeping me at a standstill.

"Yeah, I'm fine. What the heck was that for?" he asked Edward. Instead of an answer he got a hostile growl in return. I glared at Edward stopping him mid-growl.

"Can you explain what I just saw?" I wasn't sure if Edward was asking me or Henry, but it was probably safer if I answered.

"What you saw was nothing. Simply a misunderstanding."

"What was he doing on top of you?" he asked again.

"I asked her for one last kiss but I leaned in too suddenly and she fell back. I ended up on top of her, it was an accident," Henry explained. Edward didn't looked convinced.

"That's the truth Edward," I reassured him. He took his eyes off Henry and placed it on me. "I think you owe Henry an apology for attacking him." He frowned but forced his eyes to Henry again and muttered an apology. Henry nodded and walked up to his room saying something about unecessary violence. I went into the kitchen and came back with a broom. I handed it over to Edward, "Since you made this mess, you get to clean it up. And you are also responsible for replacing my window as soon as possible." He looked stunned that I'm actually making him clean. "Once you are done, I'll be upstairs." I made sure he started before I headed upstairs.

I collapsed on the bed exhausted. I closed my eyes and regulated my breathing. A few moments later I felt someone beside me and opened my eyes. "Either you're really reckless or you really don't trust me," I said.

"How about I really love you so I'm really jealous?" he suggested. I laughed and he wrapped his arm around my waist pulling me closer.

"Either way, don't go attacking people without knowing what's going on."

"If you promise not to go give people a kiss when they ask for it," he chuckled. I elbowed him in the ribs and he pretended to wince in pain.

"How long until I get my window fixed?" I joked.

"I will get on it first thing tomorrow. So can I get a kiss so diligent?"

"Sorry, I promised my destructive, overbearing, and insane boyfriend that I wouldn't go around giving people kisses when they ask," I said sarcastically.

"I'm not insane," he complained.

"But you are overbearing and destructive," I replied. He wanted to protest but considered it for a second and nodded in agreement. I cracked up and he joined in after a while.

"So what if I don't ask your permission, does it count then?" he asked expectantly.

"Um I guess not but-" I never got to finish, he had his lips on mine kissing me passionately and without caution. I kissed him back after my moment of shock wore off. After 20 minutes of continuous lip locking, I pulled away. "Edward Cullen, do you know where your hand is headed?" I asked with authority. One of his hands were on my waist, the other somehow found his way up my shirt and was at the middle of my back. He quickly slid it back down to my waist and straightened my shirt. I laughed and turned around so that my back faces him. This is how I wanted to spend my nights ever since I woke up to him sitting in my rocking chair. That's exactly how we stayed until morning.

Author's Note: "Oh Romeo, Oh Romeo wherefore art thou Romeo." That is your clue for the next chapter! Don't forget to review.