Chapter 18
Diamond Man
Bella and Edward sat in the gardens of the same place as last time in the park. Edward played with Bella's hair as she lay next to him on the grass. Neither had made any plans for their wedding but there was no reason to rush, she didn't express her fears, but what Edward did for a living made her feel nervous, only the 'underworld' knew for certain Edward was the Diamond Man she was actually surprised Johnny hadn't mentioned anything to the police and sell Edward out, but then apparently that would be breaking the unwritten rule.
"What are you thinking about doll?" Bella turned to Edward seeing the kindness and love in his eyes which only she saw for her. Bella turned to him and stroked his sharp jaw the very one she had slapped five months ago, the months had gone so fast Bella almost felt she had whiplash, what with her dad passing, her mum coming back, Maranzano's threats and now getting engaged it would be nice just to relax for a while.
"Nothing" she replied not really wanting to speak, she hugged Edward and lay her head on his chest hearing the steady rhythm of his heart beating
"I love you" he whispered softly kissing her head, he felt like he didn't say that to her as often as he would like but he did truly love her, he loved her more than anyone he knew.
"I love you too"
He hugged her close to him while they looked up at the stars in a peaceful silence
Elizabeth was washing the pots, she heard the radio on his the living room while jack was in there drinking his scotch. Or so she thought, she felt someone watching her as she placed the past pot on the drying board, she turned and saw Jack leaning against the door looking at her, he was still as handsome as ever she thought, with his smart custom made suit and his sharp jaw which reminded her so much like Edward. She missed her sister, Esme, deeply and Carlisle they were the closest friends she could have.
"Need any help?"
"No" she smiled and walked into there living room waiting the pots to dry a little on the board while she cleaned up in the living room. The song Blues sang by Marion Harris came on, it was their song. While Elizabeth was about to turn it off her hand was grabbed by Jack, she looked into his eyes and he smiled making his eyes crinkle slightly at the side
"For old time's sake?" he brought her closer towards her she chuckled and put her hands to his side, his head leant on her head as they slowed danced.
She looked up at him and just...looked. He stared back neither realizing the song had nearly ended, but neither bothered to stop. Jack cradled her cheek with his spare hand and brought his lips to meet hers, a new song had started without the pair noticing it was called Are you Lonesome tonight by Vaughn de leath. The kiss grew only slightly, both applying slightly more pressure he gripped her hips letting his hand slide down her body, her hands clutched his shirt bringing him closer, it had been so long since they had kissed, the last time they had kissed Elizabeth had remembered it very clearly, it was the night Jack went away with his father. He brought her to the gardens which were now destroyed and built with houses.
Elizabeth undid his blazer while he undid her dress, they both fell to the floor not really caring where they were as they were together, they made love with the song are you lonesome tonight in the back ground, I thyink it was safe to say everytime she would hear that she would blush like there was no tomarrow.
The irish pig sat in his chair and looked at the evidence in front of his regarding The Diamond Man, he knew who ever it was wouldn't be able to resists this opportunity and he couldn't wait to get his hands on him.
Bella arrived at her apartment in the early hours of 7:00am, she was so tired she leaned on Edwards shoulder for support.
"Miss you" she slurred
He chuckled and opened the door but finding it already opened
"Stay out here doll"
Bella was fully awake now, ignoring Edward's warning, she followed him into the apartment, she heard the clutter of her kitchen pans being cluttered, Bella's eyes widened as Edward pulled out a gun, she had no idea he carried a gun.
Bella heard a gasp as she turned to see where Edward was pointing
"Mum?"
"Bella kindly ask your boyfriend to lower his gun?" she smiled sweetly at her daughter who turned her nose up at her
"Your lucky I don't have a gun Renee, I would have no problem killing you, you evil face stretcher"
Edward smirked ands was again shocked by her words, he knew Bella didn't like her mother, hell who could blame her, but he had no idea she wouldn't mind her being dead. Renee glared at her daughter
"Where have you been all night?" her hands were on her hips, Bella noticed how her mother wore a pale pink dress which stopped just above her knees. Bella could smell smoke in the air and the false smell of giggle water
"Get the hell out" Bella hissed, she couldn't believe she was in her joint
"Bella..." Bella and Renee jumped as the sound of a gun hitting the pan next to Renee went off, Renee's eyes went wide in terror, she couldn't blame her because when Bella looked at Edward he was a completely different person, his eyes looked so cold and his body just screamed danger
"Get the hell out of my dolls joint"
Renee nodded quickly before collecting her coat, when the door slammed shut Edward looked to Bella, now his eyes were warm and inviting and he looked more relaxed now
"Sorry Doll"
Bella shook her head "Don't apologize, I'm glad you did that, I was just scared of how you looked"
He nodded and hugged her to him
"Emmett used to call me the devil, because I got pissed off easily and would do all sorts of things when I was younger"
She nodded and leaned up to kiss him on the lips
Jack did clasped his buckle together from his discarded slacks which had been thrown over the sofa last night. Elizabeth was just getting out of the shower and dressing, last night they made love 3 times, neither getting enough from each other, he put his shirt on and did the buttons and slipped on his jacket and tie. He heard the door creak open and Elizabeth dressed in a blue dress which made her eyes stand out
"Going already?" she asked, fidgeting with her hands
"Have to, diamonds are coming in tonight and I have a lot of planning to do"
She nodded but not happily
"Be careful" she begged
He walked up to her and kissed her on the lips, he tasted cherries on her lips
"Always am" he said when he pulled back, he walked out of the house and got in his car before driving off towards his joint to get into a new pair of clothes, that was the way it was with Elizabeth and Jack, they were forever two ships sailing on the sea but could never be together permanently.
Edward waited in the bar while Bella was backstage making the final preparations for tonight's show. He was waiting for Jack to come, Jack was never late which caused Edward to worry slightly. The doors opened and Jack entered with his jacket across his arm and his hat slightly crooked. Edward smirked as he saw the bites on his neck, it was about time the old man got some.
"Busy night?" Edward asked smirking
Jack just smiled and indicated for the barman to bring him a drink, it was only 2:00 in the afternoon but what the hell.
"Now they'll be coming tonight" Jack sipped his scotch while he set his hat next to Edward's on the top
"Tonight?" Edward thought they were coming in next week
"They decided to move in early, due to the fact the Diamond Man will be out there waiting for them to come next week" Edward rolled his eyes and drowned the last drop of his drink "Have you got everyone ready?"
"No Problem, Emmett and Jasper are always there for me, I'll see if I can get a hold of James and the rest"
Jack nodded and couldn't help but think of the night he had spent with Elizabeth, he knew Edward would be fine with it but he would also be worried about his auntie, how it would effect her when other gangs got word of Jack 'the legend' Frissco had a moll. No, Liz would be in danger and Jack didn't want that. However his back hurt from her nails scratching down it.
Jack heard the sound of heels walking up to them until finally Edward had Bella in his lap
"Hey Doll, I'd like to introduce Jack Frissco, a family friend"
"Pleasure"
Jack kissed her extended hand "Please is all mine Miss, Swan. I'm a fan of your music, you're a very talented woman" she blushed and Edward tightened his hold on her "Would you consider singing at this new joint, a theatre which is opening, I own it and I can't seem to find any descent canary's in this town"
She chuckled and nodded "I would love to"
"It's a lot of publicity, so don't be surprised if your face is on the papers tomorrow, news travels fast in show business"
Bella smiled and Edward rolled his eyes again
Johnny was in deep thought when Renee came in, she wore nothing, completely bare to him, he was sitting in his chair with his top off while she settled in his bed
"How did it go?" he asked, not looking at her but still thinking of Bella. God what he would do to her when he got her in his bed.
"Badly, Cullen pulled a gun at me"
Johnny smirked, Cullen, he was beginning to be a pain in the ass recently. Johnny knew Bella was singing again tonight, he and his men would be there watching her performance
He dreamed of her, her scent, how she walked, she was a vixen without knowing it, that just made her more innocent. He imagined how her back would arch against him, her hands grab his arms as he took her, how she would gasp his name and not Cullen's. He did wonder if Cullen had, had her yet, but rumour wasn't he hadn't.
"It seems Bella doesn't like you very much if she stood there and let him do that to you"
"Please, that little bitch was a mistake the moment I gave birth to her"
"I would watch your mouth" Johnny stalked towards her dangerously slow, his eyes were wild saying to her he had recently drank. She hated it when he was slightly intoxicated.
"Sorry" she mumbled
"Who the fuck said you could go in my bed?"
Renee got out from the bed and pujt her clothes on "Sorry"
He walked towards her and slapped her across the face
"Sorry means nothing to me, now get on your fucking knees Chippy and do what your good at"
Edward kissed Bella in her dressing room as she was pressed up againist her dressing room door, they could both hear the people gather in the main room where the stage was. He placed his hands on her back side and squeezed slightly, she moaned quietly while tightening the grip on his hair, her back arched against him, she had no idea how she was going to not pounce him tonight when he got home.
They were interrupted by a knocking at her dressing room door
"5 minutes Bella"
"Thanks Mike"
He kissed down her neck nipping at it slightly making her giggle and push him away, don't get jealous, they know it's you I'm with"
"Doesn't stop them from looking" he muttered, she placed her hands on his cheeks and kissed his pouty lips
Bella went onto the stage just as Edward was leaving he gave her one last wink before stepping out into the street. She saw Johnny for the first time in a long time at the back corner of the club he was talking to his friends but stopped when the lights went out.
The dress is Chanel, the shoes YSL
The bag is Dior, Agent Provocateaur
My address today, L.A. by the way
Above Sunset Strip, the Hills all the way
My rings are by Webster, they makes their heads twirl
They all say Darling, what did you do for those pearls?
What? I am a good girl
The age I adore, Rodeo no more
Breakfast Polo Launch, the poolside's for sure.
The Chateau for cocktails, the Courtyard at night
Then downtown for dinner, the hell is divine
You know I have found, the word's gone around
They all say my feet never do touch the ground
What? I am a good girl
I am a good girl
She bowed before introducing Adele Fritton, a new girl on the scene who could sing. Bella walked into the dressing room and waved at some of her friends before getting some sleep, being with Edward made her awake constantly; it was either devouring him or people getting in their time. Her dreams were filled with Edward and what their wedding would be like.
The Diamonds were in plain site, they were each in little boxes which was being guarded by security.
"Ready?" Edward whispered
They nodded but just as Edward was about to let them go he stopped them when he spotted the Irish pig with a couple of his friends down the street, Edward looked to the top of the building and saw them there also
"Shit! We can't do it, not tonight"
"Why?" James whispered
Edward clenched his jaw "We've been tattled on, i need to talk to Jack now"
Chapter End Notes:
Face Stretcher - An old woman trying to make herself look young
Giggle Water - Alcohol
Chippy - a woman with easy virtue