Because i Love You
Corresponding Consequences
Disclaimer: This story contains disciplinary spanking so if you don't like it don't read it. These characters are not mine; I didn't write the Twilight books Stephanie Meyer did.
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Side Note: Italicized sentences = what Edward is hearing in other people's heads
EPOV:
I held my Bella close, rubbing her back, and softly humming her her lullaby. Her cheeks were flushed and she had dark circles encompassing her beautiful brown eyes. I had better get her home; she's thoroughly worn out. Likewise, Charlie is probably overwrought with worry. I'm almost certain Bella did not inform him that she would be gone for three days; let alone letting him know precisely why she was leaving, and where she was going. I sighed, trying to savor the last few moments of our heart filled embrace.
"Bella love?" she nuzzled closer to me; not wanting to stir. The smell of her hair wafted under my nostrils; I really must hunt soon, this is becoming unbearable… "Love we have to get you home to Charlie" Bella's eyelids eased shut; her long black lashes were still moist with her recent tears. Resolved, I gently lifted her off of my lap, not wanting to wake her, and carried her as quickly and smoothly as possible down to my car. I placed her in the passenger seat and fastened her belt; she murmured softly curling up with her head balanced precariously on the strap of her seat belt.
We reached the Swan residence just as the sun was setting. I got out of the car, and in a flash opened the passenger door and picked my Bella up, cradling her in my arms. Charlie flung open his front door. "Bella?!" What the hell is going on here?! Where the hell have you been?! What the hell is that bastard doing here!?!? "You've got some nerve showing up here!" he shouted, pounding down his front steps. I looked down at my Bella; the scene had awakened her.
"Edward?" she slurred sleepily
"What's wrong with her?! You get your hands off of her!"
"Dad?!" Bella questioned; surprised by his rage.
"She's just tired Sir" I supplied cautiously placing her on her feet. She looks like she could topple over at any second; not unlike a button-eyed rag doll.
"Dad be mad at me; not Edwa_"
"You bet I will be! Get inside!" I took Bella by the hand and guided her towards the house.
"OH NO, NOT YOU!" Charlie bellowed "You'll not put one foot through my door!"
"DAD!!!" Bella cried out.
"It's alright Bella," I whispered "I won't be gone long…"
"I mean it Bells you're grounded!" Charlie continued. His thoughts were whizzing in a whirl of anger which was laced with concern and hurt; moreover, he was simply glad to have Bella back safe and sound, but he didn't know what to make of my presents.
Bella froze; stiff with that characteristic stubbornness that I've come to love so much about her. Charlie marched sternly up to her, placed the palm of his hand on her back, and guided her into the house. "March young lady!" She gave me one last fleeting look before walking resolutely into the house.
Charlie glared daggers at me. Get out of here before I decide to arrest you! I decided it was best to leave; I'll come back later…
"Erm… good night Chief Swan"
"Humf!"
I climbed back into my car and drove home. The amber sky began fading into darkness and the moon shone bright; a beautiful twilight. I arrived home, parking the Volvo in the garage next to Emmett's monster sized Jeep.
"Hey Bro, what's with all the drama?" Emmett appeared; leaning casually against the threshold.
I sighed heavily; I'm not in the mood for Emmett's mind games. "Don't know what you're talking about Em"
Emmett smirked; yeah sure you don't Ed. Ha! Then why does Carlisle want to see you in his study?
"He does?"
"Yup; good luck dude" sucks to be you.
"Yeah, great, thanks" I retorted; every syllable dripping with sarcasm.
I had picked up on a hint of Carlisle's thoughts when we had first congregated…but he had only been thinking about his happiness that we had all returned home safely.I guessed that he and Esme had had a powwow and were now defending the same front…crap… there's nothing worse than your parental unit ganging up on you.
I walked as slowly as I dared into the house and up the stairs to Carlisle's study. I rapped uneasily on the door; come in son. I heaved a deep sigh; well there's no turning back now. I opened the door and stepped inside. Carlisle's study was much like the rest of our house; a white on white color palette with eclectic pieces of furniture and minimalistic art work. His mahogany desk was centered in front of a large window, offset by several overcrowded bookshelves, and a black leather Eames sofa and lounge chair.
Carlisle was leaning against the front of his desk; his arms folded sternly across his chest. He looked very disappointed; his thoughts were racing. Crap I'm done for. I took another deep breath before trudging forward to stand before my foreboding father.
"Son, we need to have a serious discussion …" he pointed to one of the two side chairs that were placed in front of his desk; sit. Carlisle walked around his desk and seated himself in his chair. "Edward it has come to my attention that you have erm…disciplined Isabella for her irresponsible behavior." I grimaced, still feeling bad about the ordeal; nevertheless my actions had been necessary. It was my job to protect her; even if that meant doling out a spanking or two. Carlisle examined my expression and I heard him agree with my reasoning. "My one qualm is…that you yourself have acted rather irresponsibly."
I felt my jaw drop; what?! Me? Irresponsible?! I couldn't believe that he was saying this out loud! Now, now Son; there's no need to overeat. "Your mother and I feel that you have exhibited inexplicably hazardous behavior. You have reacted rashly and quite foolishly; we were all worried sick about you for months. Months on end, we wondered if you were alright; we had hoped that your depression had not consumed your better judgment. Alas it had..." Carlisle's eyebrows knitted together in express concern "Son how could you try and throw your existence away like that? Suicide is not the answer to anyone's problems." His words were fierce, but his voice remained calm in a way that only he could consummate. I bit my lip, preventing my chin from trembling. I knew Carlisle was right, and it pained me to know how badly I had inflicted my family with distress. "Son you have caused a great deal of discord; your irrationality brought forth danger for not only yourself, but for Alice and Bella as well. I see no other alternative but to punish you for your reckless behavior." Now why does that sound so familiar?! Oh yeah, because not over an hour ago I had been saying those exact words to my Bella!
"But Carli_"
"Edward" he said seriously, unbuckling his leather belt and striding round the desk, before seating himself on the sofa. "To me Son"
I exhaled deeply, pushing myself out of the chair in frustration. I can't believe this is happening! Damn it, how could I have been so foolish!...I should have seen this coming… I walked shamefully over to stand by Carlisle's side; dragging my feet all the way. Son, you know I'm only doing this because I love you. I nodded morosely, and made to bend over Carlisle's lap; you know the procedure Son. If I could blush, my face would have been bright scarlet. I stood upright again; unfastened my trousers and pushed them down to my knees. I then leaned forward over Carlisle's lap clenching my teeth; oh the humiliation.
Carlisle hooked his fingers around the waistband of my boxers, sliding them down to join my trousers. I inhaled deeply; trying not to growl at the indignity of it all. Here I am 109 years old, having my bottom bared like a child. It will all be over soon Son. I grimaced. For the most part, I avoid reading Carlisle's mind when he punishes me; his thoughts only added to the torment of my plight.
Smack Smack Smack
I felt my body jolt forward as Carlisle's hand landed hard on my upturned backside.
OWW! Crap that hurt!
Smack Smack Smack
DAMN IT! He's STRONG!!!
Smack Smack Smack
F***!!! I clenched my teeth tighter together; I will not shout out! I refuse! I will take this like a man!
Smack Smack Smack
AHHHH!!! Keep it together man! It's only a spanking damn it!
Smack Smack Smack
OWW!!!
"Try to keep still Son" Carlisle said calmly amidst mighty swats. Shit, I hadn't realized that I had been flailing about like a two year old! Joy, more agony to add to my utter embarrassment…
Smack Smack Smack
OW! OW! OW!
"We're almost done Son…" Ten with the strap and we're through. NO!!!!!
Carlisle picked up his belt, doubling it over, before tipping me further forward over his lap; allowing for maximum coverage of my sit-spots.
THWACK THWACK THWACK
I let out an audible hiss as I felt the first lash bite into my already searing flesh.
THWACK THWACK THWACK
CRAP!!!! There's no way I can keep this up!
THWACK THWACK THWACK
I began tearlessly sobbing; panting in sharp gasps as Carlisle's belt continued to rain down on me.
The final lash landed on my bottom with a resounding THWACK!!!
"OWWWWW!!!!!" I bellowed. Damn it I almost made it!
"There, there, Edward it's all through" Carlisle rubbed my back trying to calm me down. Damn! I shouldn't need reassurance! I winced as Carlisle fixed my trousers. The burn of the textiles in contact with my sore posterior was only seconded to the burn of my three day transformation into a vampire; which was agonizingly uncomfortable to say the least. Carlisle helped me to my feet; his mind was racing again, he hated punishing us kids, hated it more than anything in the world; well, almost anything.
"Son," he began, as he stood up, placing his hands on either side of my shoulders. "This family loves you. Take care of yourself or we will do it for you."I grimaced, I knew exactly what that meant, and I wasn't about to let that happen again! Or at least, not anytime soon... "Edward, I do not desire to have a reproduction of this discussion; behave yourself, make wise decisions and be safe or you will reap the due consequences." Carlisle embraced me "I love you son; I don't know what I would have done if I'd lost you" I smiled, holding face in our manly embrace. "I love you too Dad"
Later that night, as I climbed through Bella's bedroom window, cautiously evading objects which had come in close proximity with my still smarting backside, I thought slyly, well Charlie did say I couldn't put one foot through his door; so here I am going, through the window.
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