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I exhaled- drained now from fighting with Charlie

I exhaled- drained now from fighting with Charlie. Edward put an arm around me, supporting my weight now, always so attuned to my emotions. Charlie was visibly worn as well and after a brief glance at Edward and I, he ambled off to watch ESPN. Thanks to the Cullens, we now had a cable box and Charlie somehow found time to be in front of the television set even more than he used to.

When Charlie was put of sight, Edward lifted me into his arms and up the stairs to my bedroom in one swift movement. I embraced the feeling of my soft bed as Edward set me down with excess care than necessary and planted a soft kiss on my forehead. I closed my eyes and fought back the dizziness that always accompanied his ludicrously tempting scent.

As he lay beside me, I could not help but examine his perfect perfection, saving his face for last, knowing I would not be able to think coherently after the sight of it. His muscles were structured but not as pronounced as Emmett's, his hair was perfectly messy as if he had spent hours working on it when in reality he probably hadn't even brushed it and finally, his eyes were amazing enough to leave me breathless.

"Breathe, Bella," he chuckled as he traced circles on my hand. I looked away, embarrassed that I had once again allowed him to find me in a moment of weakness due to his beauty. He cupped my chin in his hand and softly turned my face to look at him.

"The worst is over Bella," he said grinning his crooked smile. "Soon you will be my bride," my eyes tightened at the words, still not comfortable with marriage, "and we will be together forever." He planted a light kiss upon my lips and began to hum my lullaby softly into my ear. As I began to embrace sleep, Edward's words played over and over in my head- "Forever."

I awoke once again in Edward's arms. Noting the clean shirt he donned, I wrinkled my nose in distaste.

"I had to go love, my sincerest of apologies," he said and his eyes disclosed how genuine his regret was, leaving no doubt in my mind. After I showered and changed into a pair of faded jeans and a t-shirt, I walked down to the kitchen where a plate of fresh eggs and bacon sat awaiting me. I looked at them nervously, this was a new dish for Edward and I was scared it would end up tasting like his other "first meals." Edward noticed my worried expression and chuckled.

"I think they're safe love. You're unbelievable. Not afraid of vampires but afraid of a vampire's cooking" he said shaking his head. I smiled for his sake but took delicate bites, worried I would swallow an egg shell or worse.

"Is it terrible?" he asked now seeming a bit worried himself. It was my turn to laugh.

"No, it's not bad at all. I'd offer you some but…" He wrinkled his nose, clearly not interested. As he watched me clear my plate, he had a smug look on his face, which stayed plastered on even as we washed the dishes. I turned to him, allowing my curiosity to get the best of me.

"Edward, unfortunately not ALL of us can be mindreaders. Would you care to tell me what's going on?" Edward sighed and pulled me over to the table.

"Well love, you caught me, I do have something up my sleeve BUT as much as I would like to tell you what it is… I can not tell you without my family so I suppose you'll just have to wait and see," he said beaming his crooked smile at me and leaving me dazed.

"What are we waiting for? We should go NOW," I jumped out of my seat with excitement. Edward quickly grabbed my hand and lightly pulled me back down into my seat.

"Bella love, Esme and Rosalie are out hunting now, so you," he said as he tapped me lightly on the nose with a smile, "are just going to have to wait." Dismay clouded my previously bright emotions as the previous excitement leaked away and visions of a monotonous day filled my mind. Suddenly though, I had a brilliant thought and fought to keep a smile off my face.

"Wow, you sure know how to disappoint a girl," I said adding a sigh for extra effect. "Guess we'll just have to do what I want today…" I trailed off.

"And what would that be?" Edward asked, obviously curious now. I laughed loudly, now allowing the full strength of my smile to show through my façade.

"Now it's my turn to have a secret. It's just too bad you can't read my mind," I laughed as I playfully swatted Edward's arm.

He chuckled and said, "Alright, I'll play along. Lead the way, Bella."

"O.K. but since you don't know where we're going, I guess I will have to drive!" I shouted as I raced off to the car leaving Edward sitting stunned in the kitchen.

Sorry for the long wait but I was REALLY busy with school. Thanks for all the reviews, I truly appreciate them. Another bit of filler but lots of fun coming soon and I have an ending in mind which is FULL of excitement. So keep reviewing- no flames please and I'll keep writing thanks!