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Hello my lovely, wonderful, incredible, faithful readers. Sorry it seems that I don't update as much as I used to. Things have been more than chaotic at work the past couple of weeks. I finally got a bit of free time today and decided it was high time to give all of you an update. Thanks to all of you who review. They mean a lot to me. Also, thanks to those who have added me to their favorites as well as their story alerts. Those always put a smile on my face as well. This is Part Three of Four in the Paris trip. I hope you like it. It's a set up for the next step in their relationship. Yes, that means a lemon may be on the horizon. I have never written one before but I'm going to give it a heck of a try. It will not be a detailed one but hopefully enough to make my readers happy, lol. Okay, enough of this author's note! Enjoy!!!

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BPOV

Alice had left early this morning on her way back to the states. Now it was just Edward, two assistants to do hair, makeup and wardrobe, and me. I was more than ready to get this day over with so Edward and I could finally be alone in this beautiful and romantic city.

"Okay Bella, Alice gave me strict instructions as to all of the locations we are to use during the shoot. She left a pretty long list and she told me we had to use them all," Edward said grimacing.

I knew he was frustrated that Alice wanted so many photos. He was just as ready as I was to get the work over with and commence with the playtime. The day was passing by in a whirlwind of clothes, scenery and camera flashes. Edward took my picture in front of the Grande Arche de la Défense, the Arc de Triomphe, along the Seine River, the Nôtre Dame Cathedral and then just as night was falling and the city lights began to make their appearance, he took an elegant evening shot of me in front of the Eiffel Tower. We were all exhausted once the shoot was over. We had been going all day long. The poor assistants could hardly stand up any longer. We made it back to the hotel and decided to just get some rest. The assistants would be leaving for home tomorrow.

"Okay, look, we are all too exhausted to really deal with anything right now," Edward said rubbing his hand across his face.

"Let's all just get some rest and we'll meet up before you leave in the morning."

The assistants nodded their enthusiastic agreement and took off to their rooms.

"Now, love, you need to get some rest too because once those assistants are gone, and I have you all to myself, you aren't going to get much rest," he said smiling devilishly at me.

"Edward! You are awful," I said laughing.

"Yeah, but you love me."

I leaned up on my tiptoes, kissing him gently.

"Yes, I do, so very much," I said making him grin crookedly. "Goodnight."

"Goodnight love, I'll see you in the morning. Sweet dreams, all about me," he said as he winked at me.

I did dream about Edward that night and what wonderful, explicit dreams they were. I knew this time alone would most likely bring us to the next step in our relationship. Sex. Sure, almost two months was probably not long enough for some couples to take that step but it was different for us. We'd had that immediate connection and I knew, without a doubt, that this man would be a part of my life forever. As I was getting ready, I couldn't help but feel a little nervous about making love to Edward for the first time. We had talked about it, sure but talking is much different than actually doing. I chuckled to myself as I remembered one of our previous conversations on the subject.

Flashback

Edward and I had just finished a hot and heavy make out session and were sitting next to each other trying to catch our breaths. Edward turned to me, taking my hand and looking in my eyes.

"Bella, have you ever….I mean, have you ever had sex before?"

I couldn't help but smile at how nervous he was to ask me about my past experience.

"Yeah, um, once. You?"

"Only one time for me as well and I wish that wasn't true."

"Why?"

"Well, I really wish you could be my first and I really despise how I lost my virginity."

"Well, you don't have to tell me if you don't want to."

"No, no, it's not that. I want to share everything with you. It's just I'm ashamed of myself actually."

"Oh Edward, nothing you could say, especially about this, could make me love you any less. Just tell me."

"Well, it was when I first started working for my Dad and Mom at Cullen Designs. They had this huge party and I got unbelievably drunk. It was the first time I had ever done anything like that and definitely the last. I don't remember much from that night but I remember waking up the next morning with a woman in my bed. When I saw who it was I nearly had a panic attack."

"Who was it Edward?"

"Tanya," he sneered her name.

"Tanya? The model you loathe, the one who was complaining about smelly books that day in the bookstore?"

"Yeah, the very same. She took advantage of me in my drunken state and managed to get me back to her apartment. I was horrified."

I couldn't help but laugh. I was afraid I would offend him but was surprised when he joined me.

"Oh Edward, I love you, you silly man. I'm sorry it happened that way for you but things like that happen. At least you learned a lesson right?"

"Yes, never consume large amounts of alcohol especially if Tanya Denali is present to lure you back to her evil lair and have her way with you," he said shuddering.

"Edward, don't be so dramatic," I said in between laughing.

"Yeah, yeah. What about you?"

"What about me?"

"Don't play dumb with me Miss Swan. How did it happen for you?"

"Um, well, it was with Jacob," I mumbled out really fast.

"Wait, did you say Jacob?"

"Yeah," I said looking at him nervously.

"I thought you said things didn't work out for the two of you, that you didn't stay together long. Isn't that what you said. I'm confused Bella."

"Don't get upset Edward. It is true that Jacob and I weren't together long at all. We only dated a couple of times."

"But you lost your virginity to him."

"Yes."

"Ugh, I knew I didn't like that punk when I first saw him."

"Edward! He is not a punk. Now calm down and let me explain. I didn't get mad when you told me that Tanya was your first, now did I?"

"No, you didn't. I'm sorry, I'm not mad. Tell me what happened."

"Okay, Jacob and I practically grew up together. You know that. We have always been the best of friends. When I was seventeen all my friends were talking about losing their virginities to their boyfriends and how great their sex life was. I was curious. I mean, who isn't at that age. Anyway, it was Jacob's sixteenth birthday and we were in his garage hanging out like we always do but things changed and the next thing I knew we were kissing. It wasn't the best kiss in the world, honestly I didn't really like it much at all. I just thought it was because we had been just friends for so long and maybe that was what made it awkward. We decided to go out on an official date the following Friday. We had fun, like we always did and decided to try another date the next week. Well, my friends were still talking about all their experience and telling me I was missing out. I wanted to find out what all the fuss was about, so on our next date I told Jacob that I wanted to give it try. He was shocked but he was a sixteen year old, hormone driven boy, so he wasn't going to say no. We went to our spot on First Beach and it happened. It was one of the most awful experiences of my life. I wish I had waited but I guess it was better for my best friend to be my first than some other random guy. Anyway, it wasn't great for him either and that's when we decided that we were definitely better off as friends. We never did that together again. I think I would probably vomit just thinking about doing that with him again."

Edward was just looking at me blankly and then he suddenly smiled.

"Well then, I guess I'll just have to show you what all the fuss is about," he said pulling me to him kissing me passionately.

END FLASHBACK

I was broken out of my memory by a sudden knock on the door.

"Who is it?"

"Morning love," Edward called from behind the door.

I jumped up and ran to the door, slinging it open.

"Morning Edward," I said grinning like an idiot.

"Are you ready to go? The assistants are all set up and on their way to the airport now."

"Well, you scooted them out of here quick."

"Yes," he said with a mischievous grin.

"Well, I couldn't very well keep them around. Some things are best kept private. Don't you agree," he said as he started kissing my neck. He knew what that did to me.

"Um…yeah," I replied breathlessly making him chuckle.

"Come on love. We need to get going. I'm afraid if we stay here carrying on like this any longer, I might just have to keep you hostage in this room ravishing you for the rest of the trip."

"Sounds like a great plan to me," I whispered into his ear before nipping the lobe.

"Bella," he groaned, "you're going to be the death of me. Really we need to go. You are really testing my self control right now."

I pouted but relented because I knew he was right. I wanted to see what all he had planned for us. The wait was finally over. It was just Edward and me. There would be no one around to interrupt us and no one bossing us around. We were finally free to just enjoy each other with no obligations and no restraints. I couldn't wait.

EPOV

I finally had Bella all to myself and it was about damn time. Since the first day I had met her, I'd had to constantly share her with someone. Maybe that makes me seem selfish, but really, every couple needs time to themselves without family members or friends always interrupting you. I had booked the Terrace Eiffel Suite at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée. It was one of the most romantic suites in Paris and I knew Bella would love the view. She would, of course, complain that I spent too much but she was worth it and so much more. I knew what this trip more than likely meant for us. I was sure we would make love for the first time here but I wouldn't pressure her into it. I did, however, want her to be as comfortable as possible and provide a romantic atmosphere for her if she wanted to take that step. I knew, without a doubt, that I was completely in love with her and I was ready to give all of myself to her. She was stuck with me, forever. I could never let her go. She was my air, my very essence of life and I couldn't wait to share this whole experience and many others with her.

YAY! Chapter 13 complete!!! Alright, I hope nobody hates me that their first times will not be with each other. At first, I was planning for them to share their first time with each other but my characters have said otherwise. The characters really do control their own destinies. Anyway…hope you enjoyed this chapter. Next chapter… Playtime in Paris. Oh and I will be posting the link to the Virtual Tour of the Terrace Eiffel Suite on my profile if any of you would like to see that. Thanks for reading! Review if you like, I love to read them and respond back! Until next time…..