AN: Hello all! Heres the next chapter. Its just filling in some random info and will lead into the next chapter. I'll be updating soon i just wanted to give you something to hold you over for a bit. Also, a few notes before you all read…if I have any readers left after the last chapter…hahahaha

1) I posted the links to Bella and Alice's swimsuits (worn in chap 35) on my profile. Check em out. I also posted what Bella's babydoll looks like and the dresses mentioned in this chapter.

2) I knew I would get flack for the last chapter…yes Emmett and Jasper are like Bella's brothers (in a sense) but above all they're friends…sometimes friends have weird and wacky relationships…I'm sorry if I disgusted you. Like I said it was all in good fun. Life is not always so serious…and you were warned my friends. Jasper will not leave Alice for Bella…Emmett will not run away from Rose and his girls to secretly steal Bella away from Edward…never ever.

3) I actually took a course on human sexuality and the dream thing is true…just so you all know…

4) I also knew that people would give me crap for portraying Bella as more "attractive" or "appealing" then she is often depicted in stories. I personally don't see a problem with that…if you do, tough. Everyone always makes Edward out to be so beyond stunning and perfect (not that I object in the slightest) but why shouldn't Bella get the spotlight sometimes? It's only fair plus I am all for girl power ahahaha (can you tell I was raised with the spice girls…yes indeed)

5) I am not a conventional writer…I'm a bit off the cuff so to speak and I write based on my own experiences. If you don't like me or my writing…don't read it…that's all I ask.

To those who have stuck with me and this story I am so extremely appreciative! Thank you all so much! Lots of loveeeeeee xoxo

Let's go…

Chapter 36

Grease is the only cure for a hangover-Cameron Diaz

Edward's POV

When I awoke in the morning, Bella was no where in sight. This puzzled me since I figured she'd be spending most of her day in bed…she'd have a terrible hangover. I on the other hand had a slight headache, nothing that wasn't manageable, from the booze. Once Bella had fallen asleep last night I snuck downstairs and drank two whole water bottles. Water always helps prevent the hangover symptoms so I felt pretty good considering.

I hopped out of bed and figured I should get ready for the day. Bella still hadn't appeared and I was anxious to see her. I headed off to my room to shower. I did my best to remain rational and not think about Bella and what we had done yesterday but it was too hard. If she hadn't gotten so drunk I wondered where we would have ended up last night…

Deciding it better to get out of the shower, I jumped out and towelled off. I pulled some clothes out of my suitcase and dragged them back into the bathroom. I reminded myself that I'd have to unpack at some point. I hated living out of a suitcase; it was so unorganized and messy. Bella and I actually had a lot to do before school started and I worried we'd never get it done.

After shaving and doing my hair I got dressed. Shorts and a polo shirt seemed appropriate for the day. I secured my watch to my wrist and looked for a pair of sneakers that were in another suitcase. I exited my room still wondering where Bella was. I checked her room once more before heading downstairs. She wasn't there. Maybe she felt up to breakfast? Maybe she wasn't that hung over…

I took my time walking to the kitchen. I saw Toulouse out of the corner of my eye sitting by the window in the parlour, close to my piano. When he saw me he came running, his ears flopping and his feet unstable still on the hardwood. I sat down on the floor and he pranced right into my lap. I petted him slowly and figured no one had fed him yet. I placed him back on the floor and called for him to follow me as I continued on my venture to the kitchen. When I finally reached the kitchen door I heard voices. Everyone must have gotten up already.

I swung the door open and my eyes nearly popped out of my head. There Bella sat at the bar in her gorgeous baby doll, her stomach and the entirety of her legs exposed. I reminded myself to keep my control. She held her head in her tiny hands, her elbows propped up on the bar. Definitely hung-over. Alice of course was talking to her at a speed that no one could understand. Jasper appeared to be laughing to himself. This was a sight to see…

"Did I miss something?" I asked as I walked further into room and stood behind Bella. She raised her head and turned it to face me.

"You could say that…" she said before placing her head back on the bar. Poor thing. Alice and Jasper laughed a bit. I was positive I missed something good.

"Care to share?" I questioned while rubbing Bella's back. She shook her head on bar. I looked towards Alice and Jasper. Although cheerful they looked pretty battered. They shrugged their shoulders. I'd get it out of them somehow…their hangovers were just holding them back.

"That's it!" I announced. "Get up, get up, get up! We're going out for breakfast. You need grease to fight off these hangovers. Get dressed and meet in the front hall in ten minutes…" I said. I knew Alice was about to protest...her getting ready in ten minutes was practically impossible but I didn't care.

"Ten minutes Alice" I said with a stern look. She stuck her tongue out at me and then was dragged out of the kitchen by Jasper. Bella still had her head on the bar and refused to move. I let her be for a couple of minutes while I poured a bowl of food for Toulouse. Eventually I had to sling her over my shoulder and carry her upstairs. I sat her on the bed and propped her up against some pillows. I sat beside her.

"You need to get ready Bells…" I said quietly. She groaned.

"Why don't you go and pick out something to wear besides this…" I said as I played with the straps of her babydoll. "Of course I'd love it if you wore it all the time but I don't think I need everyone in town drooling over you today…" I whispered. She covered her face with her hands.

"Don't even go there…" she said. I was confused. What did she mean? I didn't have time to question her though. I threw myself off her bed and made my way to her suitcases.

"What do you want to wear today?" I asked her, trying to speed the process along.

"I don't care. You pick…" she sighed as she nestled further into her bed. Without thinking I pulled out random pieces of clothing for her. A jean skirt and a white t-shirt. I rushed over to Bella's side and gently pulled her out of bed. I carried her to her bathroom where she could change.

"Did you take some Aspirin for your headache sweetheart?" I asked as I slowly placed her back on her feet. She looked pretty ragged. She nodded at me.

"You'll feel better soon and the food will help I promise" I said as I handed her the clothes and shut the bathroom door. I sat on the bed waiting for her to change. The door creaked open.

"Edward you forgot my bra and panties…" she sighed.

"Oh!" I announced, somewhat taken back by what she just said. I hurried back to the suitcases and rummaged through looking for what I needed. I came across more of the lingerie Alice had bought Bella. I paused for a moment to picture Bella in it but I was soon snapped back into reality by her voice.

"Make sure you chose a white set…" she informed me. Finally I found a plain white bra and some white boy shorts. I handed them to her through the crack in the door.

"Thanks" she whispered before shutting the door again. Soon she emerged, fully clothed. Her hair was thrown into a high ponytail and it looked like she had applied a bit of makeup.

"Ready?" she asked while she slid on a pair of thong sandals and grabbed her purse. I nodded and took her hand to escort her down the stairs. Jasper and Alice were sitting at the bottom of the staircase and were deep in conversation. It seemed that Alice had managed to get ready in such a short period of time and she looked beautiful as usual.

"You two all set?" I asked while I stood in front of them. Bella rested her head on my arm.

"Yepp!" Alice chirped, seeming more perky then before. I lead the way to the cars. I noticed dad had taken the Volvo for his meeting this morning so we opted for my Porsche. I helped Bella into the front seat while Jasper and Alice took seats in the back. We drove in silence to the small diner located within town. By the time we entered the diner everyone seemed to be in better moods. The edge of Bella's headache had probably worn off now. We all ordered our food quickly and waited patiently for it.

"So? What was the deal with you three in the kitchen this morning?" I asked the group while playing with my utensils.

"Oh we were just telling Bella about how Jasper and Emmett dream about her. When she came down dressed in that babydoll we couldn't contain the secret anymore" Alice giggled. I laughed. I already knew they had dreams about her and I wasn't worried or pissed.

"So it was nothing bad then? I was worried you guys were scheming against me…" I chuckled. Bella looked at me with wide eyes. I think she was surprised by the fact I'd never told her that Em and Jazz dream about her. That or she was surprised I wasn't pissed at them for dreaming about my girlfriend the way they do.

"What?" I asked her while shrugging my shoulders. "It's totally normal Bella…"

"Everyone says its normal" Bella groaned, looking embarrassed. I rubbed her hand gently before looking to Alice.

"Alice! Remember when Emmett first started dating Rose? Oh my god I had dreams about her every night. Of course I was only fourteen but still…" I laughed.

"He really did!" Alice giggled. I looked towards Bella again; she was beginning to look more comfortable and laughing along with us. Our food eventually arrived and we ate very quickly. By the time our meal was finished everyone's hangover symptoms had disappeared and we were as giddy as could be.

Bella's POV

As we left the diner I asked everyone what we should do next. It was a beautiful summer day and I didn't want to waste any minute of it. My headache had gone away and I felt much better.

"Oh! We all have to get clothes for dad's award ceremony. It's tomorrow night…" Alice exclaimed. Huh? What award ceremony. I had no idea what was going on.

"What? I didn't know there was an award ceremony. I thought Carlisle was just speaking at a conference" I said.

"Yeah dad's being honoured for all the work he's done for the medical field. They're having an event at Harvard tomorrow night. He's the guest of honour…" Edward explained.

"It's a black tie event Bella…" Alice added. I groaned to myself. Black tie meant fancy dresses. Black tie meant hours in the bathroom getting ready. Black tie meant Alice not leaving me alone for the next two days.

"Don't look so thrilled Bells…" Alice interjected sarcastically, breaking my daze.

"No. I really am thrilled. This so great for Carlisle!" I said with a smile. Everyone just looked at me and shrugged. Carlisle had received hundreds of awards but I had never been present for any of the ceremonies. The rest of the Cullen family including Rose and Jasper had been to every one since they were welcomed into the family I was sure. This was nothing big for them. I was struck by a sudden sad feeling. Esme, Rose, Emmett and the girls wouldn't be here to see Carlisle get his award. That was a shame.

Soon I was being pulled back into the car and thrown into the backseat with Alice. I heard Alice instruct Edward to drop us off at some boutique. Within minutes Alice and I were exiting the vehicle. Edward and Jasper had to go get their suites.

"Jasper you get a grey suite. Edward you get a black one. Remember the pocket squares should match your shirts and make sure the shirts are funky colours…blue, pink, purple, green, turquoise, or sliver. Oh! And don't forget shoes either boys! Oh! And the ties! We'll call you when were done!" Alice said before slamming the door to the SUV shut. She dragged me into the boutique where every wall was covered with dresses. She looked at me.

"Ready!?" she asked with a bit too much enthusiasm.

"Ready" I said meekly.

The next three hours were filled with trying on what seemed like hundreds of dresses and shoes. I think Alice made me try on every dress in the store. Finally she decided that a short, metallic blue dress with crystal embellishment around the chest was the dress for me. I had to admit it was a gorgeous dress. Alice chose a longer, halter style, silver dress with an empire waist covered in crystals. Alice insisted on paying for everything and would hear nothing of me paying for my own dress. On top of the dresses and shoes she bought us all the jewellery we'd need for the next ten years worth of events. Next we walked down the street to a stand alone makeup store. We perused and played with all the different shades and colours of makeup. For once I was actually having fun with makeup. Alice once again bought us everything we needed. I think she bought out the whole store actually. We waited outside the store for Edward and Jasper to come and pick us up.

They pulled up shortly after Alice called them. Their suites were hanging in the back of the car and Jasper helped us load our stuff in there too. We drove home, talking about random things and rocking out to the music we had blaring. People were looking but we didn't care. By the time we hit the house I was completely and totally exhausted. The guys lugged all our junk from the car up to the front steps. Alice and I walked slowly behind them, arms interlocked, occasionally taking long strides together in odd directions and shouting lyrics to songs. When we finally reached the door the guys were waiting for us to open it for them. I grabbed my keys out of my purse, unlocked the door, and stepped in. I wasn't ready for what was waiting inside for us.

"You've got to be kidding me!" I screamed as I jumped up and down on the spot…