AN: Hi everyone! I am so very sorry about the lack of updating. My life has been a bloody disaster and i just havent had time to keep up with my stories. I hope i havent upset anyone :) Anyways i want to thank those of you who have been PM'ing me begging me to continue and update...i really do appreciate your support. This is a very quick chapter. I'm in the midst of a hell of a homework week...including 4 midterms and 2 papers and patients...yet here i am...writing a chapter for this story...god i hope i pass everything...ahaha. Anyways lets get on with this...hope you all enjoy :) Much love xoxox Review away! Thanks!

PS: hopefully i will be updating one day to change them all within the next few weeks!

Chapter 7

Forbidden things have a secret charm- Tacitus

Bella's POV

"You look positively stunning" Edward whispered into my neck while I secured my pearl earrings in front of the mirror in my bathroom. I was just finishing getting ready to leave for the airport. Wearing a pair of dark denim jeans, a plum coloured structured blouse with a pair of matching pumps I turned around to face him. Taking in his beauty for the umpteenth time in my life I sighed as I tilted my head to examine him more. He was wearing a white button down shirt with the sleeves rolled perfectly to his elbows. For the first time ever a shirt had never looked more erotic to me. His dark jeans were slightly baggy, leaving just enough to the imagination. The watch he wore on his left wrist begged for me to stare at it, the light from above causing it to reflect shapes over my shirt.

"You" I said while placing my hand on his chest, "are possibly the most handsome man I've ever met" I whispered back. I saw a smile creep onto his face immediately as he pulled me closer to him, his fingers winding themselves into the side belt loops of my jeans. I gently brought my lips to his. He groaned as I pulled away soon after.

"There will be plenty of time for that later …" I said with a wink as I scurried out of the bathroom and approached my bed. Grabbing my rather large, black patent leather purse that rested there I turned around quickly only to find Edward crashing his lips onto mine again. I giggled as I pushed him away, something I absolutely hated to do.

"Edward" I whispered as his hands rested on my lower back, "if we didn't have to get to the airport I most defiantly would allow us to have some fun…"

"I would most certainly hope so" he chuckled as he let go of me and pulled something out of his pocket. He gestured for my open hand and placed a tiny black box in my palm. My eyes grew wide as my mind raced. He couldn't be proposing..

He obviously saw my reaction to the gift and felt the need to explain.

"It's nothing big Bella. Just open it…." He murmured before his eyes dropped to the box. Hesitantly I opened the box, using my thumb as leverage. Once the box popped open I smiled.

"Another one?" I asked playfully as I lifted the tiffany charm from the box to admire it. This time he had bought me a silver airplane charm. As I flipped it over I noticed the word "Paris" had been engraved into the metal.

"Only for you" he said quietly before taking the charm from me and attaching it to the charm bracelet I wore on my right wrist.

"It's beautiful" I said while shaking my hand to admire my charms. "Thank you". He smiled again quickly before grabbing my hand.

"Ready to get out of here?" he asked while leading me out of my room.

"You have no idea how excited I am Edward…" I explained while he helped me get my coat on.

"It'll be special" he whispered as he gently pulled my hair away from my neck to place a kiss there. I giggled at the sudden burst of heat that contacted my skin.

Xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

The plane ride was quiet and relatively calm. Of course Edward has purchased first class tickets and not too many people sat in the same area as us. I slept for majority of duration of the flight. In actuality there isn't much to do while on a plane. Well there were things we could have done but I wasn't exactly ready to join the mile high club just yet….

As we collected our luggage and stepped into the crisp fall air of Paris thrill raced through my body. I ached to see everything Paris had to offer and I felt unbelievably comfortable tucked under Edward's arm.

"Should we grab a taxi?" I asked him as I dug through my purse looking for a tube of lip gloss. I felt dingy after the flight, like all my makeup had become caked on my skin. I figured some lip gloss may make me look just a bit better.

"Nope" he replied as he turned a bit to glance down the street.

"Tell me you're going to make me walk in these shoes" I yawned. I was very tired even though I had slept for hours.

"I would never allow that" he said with a smile as he kissed the top of my head. I curled myself closer into him, giving up on trying to figure out what he had planned.

"Ah there we go" he whispered before removing his hold around my waist and encouraging me to stand up straight. A black town car had just pulled up in front of us. The windows were heavily tinted and accented in silver.

"You got us a driver?" I asked, shocked. I wondered how much money this would set him back.

"Wrong again sweetheart" he chuckled as he grabbed our luggage off the curb and helped the driver load them into the car. I stared at him still not comprehending what was going on.

"It's rented. I'll be your personal escort this weekend" he explained before tipping the driver and pulling open the passenger door for me.

"My escort huh? Does that mean I can make you do anything for me?" I asked while coming to stand in front of him.

"Anything" he confirmed with a tone that made it sound like he was more then willing to just drive me places…

"Well aren't you something" I laughed before placing a kiss on the tip of his nose and climbing into the car. I heard him chuckle as he slammed the door behind me. He then got into the driver's seat and started the car. He drove smoothly away from the airport, his hand locked in mine.

"Do you know where we're going?" I asked suddenly. Edward didn't seem to be paying attention to any street signs or markers.

"Of course I do, silly. I know Paris like the back of my hand" he explained before lifting our intertwined hands to kiss the back of mine. The energy that surged through my body in that moment caused me to blush. Unable to speak I took back to looking out the window and admiring the scenery for awhile.

"So where's our hotel?" I asked once all the trees started to look the same.

"We aren't staying in a hotel" he said while remaining focused on the road.

"Edward Cullen are we staying in a hostel? Because I'll have you know you will not be seeing any action from me in a place like that" I kidded, knowing full well Edward would never stay anywhere that was less than five star.

"Oh darn" he gasped. "Here I was thinking you would enjoy frivolous, public sex. I better get on the phone and see if I can get us a hotel ASAP" he laughed while reaching for his cell phone for dramatic effect.

"You're a dork" I giggled while swatting his hand away from his cell that was attached to his belt.

"You're so beautiful when you laugh Bella" he said suddenly in a very serious tone. His eyes practically burned into mine for the split second he looked away from the road and focused on me. I covered my face instinctively as I blushed. The car then came to a stop and I heard Edward place it in park.

"You'll want to take your hands away from your face Bella. We're here" he whispered as he helped me guide my hands back down to my lap. I opened my eyes to see that we were parked in front of a beautiful stone villa that appeared to be two floors. Flower boxes sat on the window ledges filled with dark autumn coloured flowers. Everything from the doors to the shutters that flanked the windows was accented in a brushed black colour.

"Its beautiful" I murmured before fiddling with the door lock and letting myself out. Exhaustion and jet lag had struck me far more quickly then I had anticipated. Edward was at my side in a matter of a few seconds, holding me steady.

"I've had my eye on it for years. I figured now was a good time to try it out" he explained but the words just didn't register. I focused so intently on the villa. On how striking it was, how perfect it was.

"Don't you want to head inside?" Edward asked, now waving his hand in front of my face, breaking me from my trance. I was so absorbed in the moment that I hadn't heard him.

"Of course" I said quickly while shaking my head to clear my mind. He led me to the front entrance and stooped down to grab a key that was hidden under the doormat. Unlocking the door quickly he pushed it open, letting me enter first. I stood frozen in my spot at the first glimpse of the place. Dark hardwood floors covered the entire first level. Huge sofas sat around a fireplace along with beautiful bulky pieces of furniture that looked handcrafted and very rustic. In the middle of the floor was a large winding staircase that obviously lead upstairs. I could see the small kitchen located towards the back of the level. I admired the artwork that hung on the walls. It was just amazing.

"This is just…." I stammered not knowing what to say.

"This is just…lovely" Edward said quietly as he came to stand behind me and wrapped his arms around my waist. I nodded as he brought his head to rest in the crook of my shoulder.

"Shall we look upstairs?" he murmured. I nodded once again. He took my hand and walked us to the stairs.

"Careful now Bella" he instructed as we took to the stairs. He knew how clumsy I was and the last thing we needed was to ruin this weekend with a bunch of broken bones. I eyed the stairs carefully as I clambered up. Soon, we reached the top and found ourselves in the bedroom. A huge king size bed covered in pillows sat in the middle of the room, flanked by lamps and comfy looking chairs. The walls were painted a deep terracotta colour and were once again home to stunning works of art.

"I think I'm dreaming" I whispered as I did a quick spin around the room. My eyes came to rest on the east wall that was covered from end to end by window coverings. I rushed over and pulled the drapes wide open. To my awe a huge balcony was before me. It was covered in a stone that looked much like the exterior of the house. The veranda was covered by an overhead hanging of materials in deep colours. Heaters were placed randomly throughout the area and a hot tub sat in the far corner near the railing. One extremely large reclining chair sat just outside of the sliding door. It was covered in more pillows and what appeared to be a very tempting mattress.

"You haven't even seen the best part yet" Edward hummed, now standing by side. I looked at him, excitement radiating through me. He gestured towards the end of the balcony. I skipped quickly over to the railing letting my hands come to rest there. The sight that was before me was breathtaking. The Eiffel Tower could be seen very clearly, the sun blaring down on it.

"Oh!" I gasped as I let the view overtake me. "Beautiful, perfect, wonderful" I whispered to myself as I used the railing to support me.

"Do you like it?" Edward asked now gently resting against the railing too.

"I….I…." I stammered while shaking my head. I couldn't even formulate a sentence for how I felt. They only thing I could do was show him how I felt…