Edward POV

My life is dangerous, it always have been. I try to see the good in it but there isn't any. I own this club named Twilight that is a cover up for my real business. I'm going to be the head of the Cullen mafia family soon and I have to get in on the business early.

Tonight my family is meeting with the Volturi family. Aro Volturi wants me so badly to marry his daughter Tanya so we can join families but I don't like her at all. She is selfish and a bitch. I can't stand her for one second.

One time she tried to slip something in my drink to get me to have sex with her. Who would want to marry someone like that, I wouldn't. Plus she doesn't even like kids so how am I supposed to have an heir for my family. Oh yes, I won't.

We were currently discussing my lack of social life with women. You could understand how this is going.

"Now I will not marry Tanya Aro, whether you like it or not. With all due respect, I know she's your daughter but she is just not my type." I didn't want to call her vicious names in front of him so I had to stop myself.

"Edward, son, you have to consider. You are 24 years old and you still don't have someone you would like to be committed to yet. Why don't you just get to know Tanya a little better?" I saw the humor him my father's eyes. He knew what kind of woman Tanya was but would most likely want me to be in utter torture.

"Edward you should listen to your father and maybe you would get laid. I bet you're still a virgin." Rosalie of course had to bring herself into this. She better be glad I don't hit or kill woman because if I did she would be long gone by now.

"When I say no I mean no." I looked toward the dancers. I was totally done with this conversation.

I saw Alice giving me a sideways glance. I don't even care why. From the corner I saw Aro and Caius whispering to each other sending glances my way every few seconds. I couldn't help but roll my eyes at them.

Soon enough we all turned our attention towards the dancers. This place was a strip club but we liked to stay classy and clean. There wasn't any taking off the clothes or being naked. There may be some see through clothing but other than that nothing else.

We were currently watching a girl named Amy. She was a bit shy but she sure could move. All the men in the room went crazy for her but she didn't really hold my attention. I went back to drinking my jack daniels on the rocks.

Amy gave her last move then left the stage. The men were cheering and throwing money everywhere. It was pretty amusing to watch. Next the man on the loud speaker introduced a girl named Bella.

When she came out I felt my mouth go dry. Damn, this girl was beautiful and sexy. She had curves in all the right places. I felt my pants tighten just looking at her. It angered me just a little at the fact that these men in here were whistling at her and throwing money at her.

I saw my family giving me weird looks but I didn't care. All I cared about was Bella. The way she grinded against the pole made me wish it was me. It even made me a little jealous and I know that sounds ridiculous.

The minute her eyes met mind I got lost in those chocolate brown eyes. They were full of innocence and fear. I didn't understand why should be afraid but I guess I am someone to be feared. I mean I kill people and get involved in drug smuggling. I am the bad guy.

It wasn't fair because I wanted her so bad. Even though I didn't know about her, I still wanted her. I heard Aro clear his throat. I groaned and faced him.

"Edward, it looks like you are taken by Ms. Bella." Aro fucking smirked at me and that only made me angry. He knew exactly what he was doing and I hate him for it.

"Just because I'm watching the show doesn't mean I'm take by her." I was good at lying so I pulled it off pretty well. Aro didn't look convinced though.

"Edward you shouldn't a piece of trash like that." Rosalie was a bitch and a pain in the ass.

"Rosalie, strippers aren't pieces of trash. Now if there is a piece of trash in this room, it's you." I couldn't help but laugh at Alice's comment. Rosalie was basically seething but Jasper calmed her down.

"Would you all be quiet and act mature? I don't understand what have gotten into any of you lately." I could always count on my mother do end situations. She was always kind and calm but when you make her angry or annoyed there is a whole other side of her that you would not want to meet.

Meanwhile when Bella performance was done I just had to talk to her. I got up out my seat and walked over to the back door. I walked through the hallway but before I got to the area with the dressing rooms Aro and Caius caught up with me.

They shoved me against the wall. I couldn't help but glare at them for it. Who did they think they are? They didn't have the right.

"If you are so taken my Ms. Bella then you got one night with her. You will marry my daughter whether you like it or not Mr. Cullen. If you don't then that stripper of yours will surely pay the price." I couldn't believe my ears. Was Aro really threatening me?

Yes he was and that was the last straw. Even though I knew I could overpower him, I still didn't want to risk an innocent girl's life. Even though I didn't know Bella, I feel this connection that I never thought I would have.

I wanted to see Bella and get to know her better. I actually was considering making her my everything but I knew that was going a little over board. I couldn't help but feel depressed at the fact that Bella was getting involved in all of this mess. I haven't even met her yet.

Have you ever heard the phrase love at first sight? Well I guess that's how I feel with my Bella. I felt butterflies in my stomach just thinking about Bella being mind. She was such a mystery and I couldn't wait to solve it.

"Do I make myself clear Edward?" Aro said to me. I rolled my eyes at him and pushed him back. He stumbled a little in shock.

Caius pulled his gun out on me but I knew he couldn't pull the trigger. I fixed my suit.

"Gentlemen, I believe this conversation is over." With that I walked out of the club instead of going to see Bella. I immediately took out my cellphone and dialed the only person I could trust.

"Hella?"

"Hey Alice it's me Edward, I was wondering if you could tell me where one of our dancers Bella live?"

"Um, hold on a minute." It took her two minutes before she got back to me.

"Edward she lives a couple of blocks down, you know that Minot apartment building owned my Michael Newton?"

"Yeah, I guess that's where she lives." I couldn't believe she stayed in that dump. Michael Newton was a douche bag and has his mother and little sisters, who are 10 and 13, cleaning up his building. It's pretty sad.

"She lives there. Well listen I got to go because mom is looking for me. I'll call you later."

"Alright." With that I hung up the phone and got into my Aston Martin. It was one of my many cars but my favorite was my precious Volvo. I only drove it for special occasions.

I pulled up in front of her building and got out. I was immediately recognized by all the staff when I entered the building. They gawked at me with fear and nervousness. I rolled my eyes at them which indicated for them to go about their own business.

I forgot to ask Alice what floor she was on and what room number was hers. I asked the man behind the desk and he told me she lived on the top floor and the first door on the right. I went up to her room and decided to just pick the lock.

I was pretty skilled at it so I was able to get in. Her place was nice. It described her in so many ways. I walked into her bedroom and looked around. There were pictures of her and I assumed her family. Her clothing was pretty revealing except for some. I sat on her bed and decided to relax.

I began to take off my clothes. I wasn't going to force her but I wanted to give her an option. I wanted to get to know her but I knew there was someone Aro was watching me. When I was naked I walked into her bathroom and found where she kept her towels.

I wrapped one around my waist and went back to sitting on her bed. I was going to wait for her.