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Chapter 15

Angela smiled when Bella and Edward disappeared toward her bedroom. Angela was lucky Bella's room was on the opposite end of the apartment. Angela's cell phone went off.

"Hello Alice…"

"Did he make in time?" Alice asked.

"Did who? Make what in time?"
"I saw Bella with Wesley, sent chills down my spine. Please tell me Edward made it in time to stop that from happening." Angela chuckled. She knew too well about Alice's visions.

"Of course Bella and Wesley was never happening. I'm pretty sure Bella and Edward are having sex right now."

"Oh great! I mean, ew...well, not really. I can't wait for Bella's birthday!"

"What? Her birthday isn't until the 13th, over a week away. You'll be back by then?"

"Of course, I already made plans for the party."

"What party?"

"It's a surprise for Bella, but this might be the best birthday for our girl yet."


Bella pulled Edward toward the alcove where her bed was hidden and then pushed him on her bed. They were naked in moments as Bella moved on top of Edward, her legs spread. Edward's hard cock moving in and out, as his hands found her breasts, caressing them before holding her thighs. Bella tried to keep her moans down knowing Angela was just across the apartment, but feeling Edward's cock buried so deep inside her as she rode him, just couldn't be kept quiet.

Edward rose, flipping them over. Bella's hair fanned out around her head. Edward grabbed her waist, pulling her against him. In the moonlight he saw the faint glistening of her secretions at the gash of her pussy. Bella gasped as Edward roughly thrust until his cock was deeply imbedded and his testicles slapped against her ass. Her body arched on the bed in joy. Their bodies slapped and slapped over and over against each other. Edward loved how his cock thrust into her so deep, Bella would be swore for days. Her hands clawed at Edward's ass drawing him into her with each thrust. She wasn't shying away from the hard thrust. In fact, Bella loved it, and wanted more.

Edward was drunk off Bella's moans. His mind relishing in the feel of her pussy gripping his cock, as it guided in and out of her. Their bodies glistening with sweat. Edward licked the trail beads of sweet sweat between the swell of her breasts. His tongue found her perky nipples, licking, and tugging on them with his lips. Edward groaned as Bella's ragged, moaning gasp of her cries of joy. She was close. He was happy because so was he. Bella arched. Her mouth a silent "O", her pussy rhythmically pulsing.

"Edward!" One more thrust, Edward's final thrust, his body fell off the crest, subconsciously mimicry her. Edward collapsed on top of Bella. They lay tightly embraced.

Edward looked up, sitting against the headboard as Bella brought back carrying a full bag of takeout food to the bed. Angela went out to get tons of food, not knowing what Edward liked, but assumed every guy loves a good burger, hot dogs, mozzarella sticks, loaded fries, and donuts.

"Oh wow, I haven't had bad takeout food in forever," Edward said.

"Bad?" Bella wrapped a white turban towel around her hair.

"Well, is any takeout food healthy Beautiful."

"True," Bella said. "Unless it's a salad." Edward smiled. Edward and Bella laid in bed eating. The sheet just covering their lower halves, as Bella leaned her back against Edward's chest. He kissed her cheek before digging into a burger with his other arm wrapped around her.


Edward woke with the sunlight streaming through the three large windows surrounding the bed and Bella's face gently studying his.

"Awake?"

"Almost," Edward sleepily replied. She smiled. The sun made a beautiful corona of light surrounding her mussed brown hair and for a moment Edward thought he had died and gone to heaven. The air was clear and bright and the only object visible was her face, glowing and radiant and soft. "What do you have to do today?"

"Absolutely nothing. It can be just you and me," Bella said. Edward smiled.

"Ok."


Saturday night, September 5th, Edward and Bella stood side by side as Bella and Edward were waiting for Bella's parents. Edward insisted on meeting Bella's parents, who were in town welcoming their daughter back. Bella was a bit worried her father might give Edward a hard time, but knew having her mother and stepfather there might curve that. Though she was worried her mother might flirt with Edward all night, though she was happily married to Phil.

It was a cool evening for an outdoor dinner party, so Bella dressed for the weather. She had on a simple white long sleeve button down shirt, a grey long sleeve pullover with imitation pearls allover, a red retro A-line swing skirt, reaching just her knees, and nude Louboutin pumps. On her hip a brown leopard crossbody purse, her black sunglasses. She wore a gift from Edward, red clearine Austrian crystal teardrop necklace and earring set. Edward had a bit of a bad, good habit of giving Bella jewelry.

"Mommy! Dad! Phil!"

"Oh baby girl! Look at you!" Renee hugged Bella first. "Wow, I like, Bella. Those pictures do not do him justices. He is way more handsome and gorgeous up close, my dear."

"Mom, behave."

"Hey Bells…'

"Hi Dad." Bella hugged her father and stepfather Phil next. "This is Edward Cullen."

"Hello." Edward shook hands with Charlie, Bella's father first, then Phil before turning to Bella's mother.

"Hello Edward," Renee purred, before pulling Edward into a tight hug.

"Mom!"

"Oh dear relax. It's all in good fun. Right Edward." Renee was rubbing down the front of Edward's chest, pretending to fix his shirt while she rubbed his arms as well.

"Oh yeah sure," Edward said.

"Good. Now, let us get some wine and good bruschetta, that's Bella's favorite dish." Renee wrapped her arms around Edward, hugging him again, before she pulled him inside. Bella shook her head as her mother looked back and winked at her daughter after squeezing Edward's mighty bicep.

"Did you call ahead and get my favorite table?" Charlie asked.
"Of course Dad. I even told Harry you were coming. He's happy to hear you are here," Bella said wrapped one arm around Charlie and her other arm around Phil as they followed Renee and Edward.

"Great. I can't wait. And I know you can't wait for that mushroom ravioli."

"And you can't wait for the steak."

"Oh yes," Charlie said rubbing his stomach. Bella smiled.


Edward looked over the menu as he sat between Charlie and Bella, while Renee and Phil were across the table. Bella was able to get Phil to reign in his wife and get to sit with him across from Edward.

"So, Bella told me you run your own hotel resort in Chile?"

"It's off the coast of Chile on Robinson Crusoe Island, but yeah, been running for over a decade."

"Wow, you must have been so young when you started?"

"Yeah, just out of high school. I skipped college, not to my parent's liking, but I never regret opening my own resort."

"So, you're rich?" Edward choked on some water.

"Mom!" Bella yelled. "Rude!"

"What? You're rich too baby, maybe not a millionaire like him, but I need to be sure no man uses my babygirl for her money."

"Even if he wasn't rich that doesn't matter to me! Please, cut it out Mom."

"Fine! I'll be good," Renee said. Phil smiled and grabbed his wife's hand to give it a squeeze and kiss. Edward went back to the menu, confused on what to choose.

"I usually get the mushroom ravioli," Bella whispered.

"Oh dear, why not try something new?"

"It's the best and I love it. It taste just as good if not better every time I get it, so why change?" Bella asked. "Dad always get the filet mignon."

"Damn right I do."

"And you never complain to him," Bella said.

"Because your father is old and stubborn, and stick in his silly ways."

"Old! I am not old."

"You tell her Dad."

"How old are you Edward?"

"Mom, can we save the 20 questions until after food is served?"

"Fine. What are you getting then dear?"

"I don't know, probably the mushroom ravioli," Bella said smiling. Renee sighed. "I think my mother has gotten every dish on the menu if you want to know what's good," Bella said.

"My brother!" Harry appeared as another waiter started pouring water into glasses.

"Harry!" Harry and Charlie hugged tightly. Bella smiled. Charlie and Harry have been friends for many years, ever since Charlie's first time coming to Caffe Napoli.

"Welcome welcome…" Bella exchanged cheek kisses with old man, Harry, after Renee stood up to hug and kiss Harry as well. Harry shook hands with Phil and slapping his back. "Shall I get a table of calamari, bruschetta, and caprese salad to start?"

"Of course you know us," Charlie said. It was the main 3 appetizer dishes Charlie always makes the family start with for every dinner.

"And some more fresh bread too," Renee said.

"Of course, only the best for my favorite family!" Harry motioned to the waiter. "Oh, you are new." Harry looked at Edward.

"Oh yes, sorry, I am Edward Cullen.." Edward stood up to shake hands with Harry.

"Nice handshake. Cullen huh?"

"He's dating Bella."

"Our Bella is old enough to have a boyfriend!"

"Harry! I am 30!"

"When did that happen?"

"I had my 30th birthday party here! With you just last year!" Harry held his chest.

"Charlie, a 30 year old daughter, when did you get so old?"

"I am not old!" Charlie yelled. Everyone chuckled.


Edward tearing into his dish, chicken fettuccine alfredo, moaning and enjoying each bite, as Bella moaned next to him over every bite of her stuffed ravioli with mushrooms.

"So, Edward, tell us more about this resort?" Charlie asked.

"Oh, well, it's on a small island off the coast of Chile. Our summers are usually your winters. It doesn't get the cold and snow like Forks, where you are from sir."

"Please, call me Charlie. You are not some 17 year old trying to date my teenage daughter. She is a grown woman, been grown since she was like 8."

"Yes our Bella has been cooking, and paying bills since she was 8."

"Paying bills?" Edward asked looking at her.

"Well, as you probably know, Bella loves to read…" Edward nodded at Renee. "When she was a child, I wanted her to experience outside, and playing with other kids. So Bella came up with a plan to pay for her reading time over playing. She worked chores around the house to buy reading time, and would only agree to an hour a day."

"I was a very clumsy kid and playing outside with others was like a death sentence." Edward chuckled. "I loved to bribe my mother for reading time, and cooking was fun to do while reading."

"Bella is an amazing cook."

"Oh? She has cooked for you, you must be special and serious. I can count on my hand how many times she cooked for Wesley over the years."

"That's because Wes enjoyed eating out more than homecooked meals."

"I told you something was wrong with that man, who doesn't like a good ole fashion homecooked meal," Phil said before drinking his wine. Harry returned to check on the family.

"How is your chicken alfredo?" Harry asked. Edward had eaten over half already.

"One of the best, if not the best chicken alfredo I have ever tasted. Olive Garden cannot compare."

"Oh! Olive Garden, yuck. Too commercial to be good Italian food," Harry said. "Every sauce is made daily here, only the Marinara sauce for the pizza and specialty dishes is kept a few days older since it marinates better after a day or so." Edward nodded.


Bella was in the bathroom, having changed for bed. She just had a light blue silk tank with grey sweatpants. She found Edward on top of the covers in just in black boxers. Her old raggy stuffed bunny in his hands.

"You found Peter."

"Peter the rabbit?" Bella nodded rubbing lotion on her arms. She climbed into bed and laid next to Edward.

"Peter got me through a many lonely nights over the past year. I think my mother loves you."

"That's good that she likes me."

"No, I said love."

"Well, that is good."

"What did you and Charlie have to talk about?"

"Nothing, the normal father-boyfriend talk."

"Don't hurt me or he will shot gun you?"

"Exactly, and he said he has a few deputies that will help hide the body." Bella giggled.

"Oh, he has upgraded his speech. He told Wesley, he knows how to hunt. Too bad, it's mostly fishing." Edward smiled.

"At least he can say he has seen and met me. And he knows my intentions."

"Your intentions?"

"Well, I'm going to make an honest woman out of you," Edward said lifting Bella to straddle his waist.

"What the hell does that mean?"

"You'll see."

"Edward…"

"Bella…" Edward leaned forward and kissed her. "I love you."

"I love you too."


After a week, the following Sunday afternoon, September 13th, Bella was getting ready for her birthday party. At first Bella was hesitant to celebrate, she was officially older than Edward, but as her mother and Rosalie said, a year older is actually a pretty good thing. Even Esme was 2 years older than Carlisle. Alice and Rosalie had arrived back from Robinson Crusoe Island to help plan and throw the amazing birthday celebration. Little did Bella know, her birthday party was also going to be a surprised masquerade ball for Bella's new book release date as well. Rosalie was fixing Bella's freshly washed long brown hair, as Alice started her make-up.

"I don't know how you were able to throw a birthday party in a week, but Alice, you are amazing. And it's at the Castell Rooftop, with the Empire State Building view."

"Oh please, when I told him it was your birthday, they were happy to host the party. I think the owner said his wife loves all your books." Bella blushed. "And I told you I made that blue evening dress just for you." Bella looked over in the corner to see the hanging navy blue strapless evening dress with tulle layered skirt.

"I do love that dress."

"It's amazing and the color fits you perfectly for a night like this," Rosalie said getting a bit misty eyes. Alice glared at her. Bella noticed Rosalie tearing up.

"It's just my birthday, no reason to cry." Alice laughed.

"She's just being Rose!" Alice moved Rosalie away, who went to dap her eyes with a tissue.

After dressing Bella, Alice and Rosalie went to get ready as well. Bella came downstairs in her navy blue dress to find a very handsome Edward Cullen in a black suit, black bow tie.

"Oh wow."

"I was about to say the same thing," Edward said. He held his hand out. Bella took it. He made her do a full twirl around. "You look so beautiful Bella."

"Thanks."

"I am going to have to fight the wolves away tonight." Bella chuckled. Alice told her to get ready tonight to have everyone stop and stare when she shows up in this beautiful evening dress. It has a strapless bodice tops this stunner with a sweetheart neckline and ruched crisscross bodice while the open back has double crisscross straps. The exquisite tulle skirt cascades in ethereal of layers to the floor and a slight train in the back. A back zipper closure secures this ensemble. This Alice Couture Brand style definitely flatters from every angle.

"Me too, especially when all the ladies see you in that suit and bow tie."

"Alice made me wear the bow tie, something about it being regal. And I was able to find matching mask."

"I think a masquerade ball for a birthday party is a bit much."

"No, I think tonight will be perfect."

"Ok." Edward held up a set of two matching Venetian style masquerade ball masks for couples. One is covered with black lace on metallic blue surface and decorated with a satin rose for ladies. And the other one is covered in black velvet and satin for men. Both masks were designed specially to be used by couples attending black tie events.

"Can I get you some champagne?" Edward asked.

"Already?"

"It's your birthday."

"Ok." Edward smiled and went to pop open some champagne. He poured her a glass.

"Before we start, I want you to know, and I want to tell you how much I love you."

"Oh Edward…"

"I want you to…"

All of a sudden, Angela and Alice appeared first from their rooms followed by Emmett and Jasper both in their suits interrupting Edward's speech. Angela was dressed in a off the shoulder cream white evening dress with allover green floral print and gold pumps. Alice was in a white strapless evening dress with allover flower leaf branches print with silver and gold sandals. She had flower tear drops earrings and gold bracelet on her wrist. Angela carried a green mask, and green clutch, while Alice had a gold clutch and gold mask with white feathers.

Esme appeared with Renee, talking quietly amongst themselves with their husband closely behind. Esme was dressed in a beautiful champagne gold flutter sleeve satin and novelty tulle dress, with illusion v-neckline over sweetheart bodice with piping detail, natural waistline with peplum and detachable belt with beaded buckle, slim skirt with sweep train. Renee look so motherly in her English rose pink and gold stunning embroidered lace and tulle A-line gown embellished with stone accents features illusion and lace elbow length sleeves, an illusion and lace bateau neckline, a sweetheart bodice, a natural waistline, an illusion V-back, a horsehair hem and a sweep train. Bella couldn't help but wonder what was going on, everyone was whispering around her the last few days like something else is happening.

"Here you go Moms," Alice said handing over gold Colombia masks with royal blue trim which is the theme of the ball. These types of mask only covers the wearer's eyes, cheeks, and sometimes nose.

"Thank you dear," Esme said taking her mask and handing one to Renee. "We match like one big family," Esme said getting misty eyes.

"I was thinking the same thing," Renee said. "My babygirl…"

"None of that yet," Alice warned. "Plenty of tears later." Alice poured a glass of champagne for the mothers as well. Bella gushed as her father appeared in a suit. Charlie looking just as handsome as well. Rosalie appeared last in a pale pink strapless evening dress with shirred bodice, flower petal belt, matching pale pink heels, and gold mask with butterfly on top and pink and gold clutch. Everyone was given champagne to cheer to Bella since Alice let out Bella might be busy.

"Exactly how many people are coming tonight?" Bella asked Alice on the way out.

"A fair few."

"Few what? Hundreds?"

"Possibly."

"Alice!"

"Oh, it will be fine, trust me."


Castell Rooftop Lounge sits on the 21st floor of the AC Hotel New York Times Square. This brand new rooftop bar and lounge and hotel was built and opened in the summer of 2018. Alice knew it would make the perfect masquerade birthday party and a surprise with Bella's new book release date mentioned. Perched high above the bustling streets of the Garment District, Castell Lounge is a tasteful refuge from the hustle below, sitting atop the new acclaimed AC Hotel New York Times Square on West 40th street with the Empire State Building view. Leading with a classic cocktail program grounded in NYC history, contemporary décor, elevated service, and iconic Manhattan skyline views, Castell provides a spirited experience and welcoming atmosphere in a delightedly discreet location.

Bella gasped when she realized her birthday party was also her new book release date too.

"They are moving forward, so quickly!" Stars to Hearts: Forever and Always, is scheduled for a holiday release date, just before Christmas, after all the editors and heads of the publishing company loved it and wants it released quickly during the holiday season.

"I know, I just got the date a few days ago, and Alice decided to combine it."

"So this is why all the secrecy?"

"Pretty much," Angela said. "With possibly one more thing."

"What?"

"You'll see," Angela said.


The party was in full force. Bella was greeted by many fans and friends. Bella has a small family, her father was an only child and his parents all passed away already. Renee has a younger brother, Uncle Billy, who was always mother Higginbottom's favorite child, and a fun uncle. Grandma Higginbottom was always welcoming to Bella as a child, probably because she passed on Renee. Uncle Billy always treated Bella like his daughter, loving her so much as a baby. He had 2 sons himself, Bella's cousins, Simon and Thomas. Bella was happy to see her cousins again. Many college friends and even a few friend from high school came as well. One surprise guest, hidden in the group was Tanya. She was able to slipped amongst the crowd dressed in a short black ball gown with peacock feathers bust, with a black half face with a beautiful peacock feathers, black caged sandals, and a black clutch purse. She watched Edward and Bella all night.

Bella and Edward loved talking to everyone. Bella noticed Edward being pulled aside by Charlie and Uncle Billy for a moment. Edward was smiling and looked happy to talk to them, so Bella didn't pay it no mind. A few times Bella walked in on hushed conversation where she could have heard her name being called, before they went silent. As Bella was in the bathroom freshening up, Tanya exited a bathroom stall. Bella frowned.

"What are you doing here?" Tanya walked up to Bella, who immediately put up her fists, but Tanya held her hands up in defense.

"I didn't come to fight."

"I hope not, I could always match a bloody nose with a busted lip."

"I wanted to.." Tanya paused. "I wanted to tell you, I am truly sorry." Bella frowned, dropping her hands.

"You are?"
"I am. Bella, he loves you. So much. I have never seen him this happy with any other woman not his mother. You became his friend, his lover and now…you two are perfect for each other and I am sorry if anything I did slowed that down. I was jealous, and foolish. But I am happy to know what I did, it didn't stop you two because you two were destined to be. Happy Birthday." Tanya walked out.

Alice, Angela and Rosalie found Bella in the bathroom after Tanya walked out.

"Was that Tanya?" Rosalie asked.

"That bitch, I should go out there…" Angela was stopped by Alice, from making a scene.

"She apologized."

"She did?"

"Yeah."

"Wow, I did not see that coming. This truly might be a perfect night," Alice said. Bella smiled.


Bella was finishing her glass of wine, when Edward found her. She was outside on the open terrace in a corner, catching her breath. He put his arm around her shoulders and kissed her forehead.

"Having a good time?"

'Yes," Bella said. "The best."

"Good." Edward down his glass of champagne. He cleared his throat. "Now that I have you alone for a moment…"

"I wish we were alone in my bedroom right now."

"Later…"

"Now please. It is my birthday."

"Yes, whatever you want. But I...I have something I wanted to.." Bella watched Edward drop down to his knee.

"Yes!" She said before even the question was asked from Edward.

"Let the man speak first," Alice yelled across the room, as a small crowd started to gather on the terrace once Edward gave the signal. Some people chuckled. Edward took a deep breath before he took Bella's hand and turned it over before placing the engagement ring box into her palm revealing a beautiful diamond engagement ring.

"Yes!"

"He haven't ask yet! Wait!

"Well, hurry up then," Bella said looking down at Edward, tears forming.

"Isabella Swan, I promise to love you for every moment of forever. Will you do the extraordinary honor of marrying me?"

"Yes!" Bella reached down and kissed Edward after cupping his face. "A thousand times yes!" Edward slid the ring onto her finger before he stood up and hugged Bella to a round of cheer and clapping from the crowd surrounding them. She wrapped her arms around his neck, as Edward chuckled, lifting her from the ground and swung them around.


AN: Happy endings all around. So much fun writing this love story, just a few more chapters to come. Reviews welcomed!