Chapter 19: Acceptance

EPOV

The fact that Bella was so forgiving amazed me. I knew Renee had mental issues, that much was obvious. But I really didn't know what to hope for. She had never given me the chance, and part of me thought she should pay for what she did.

I held my son as Bella slept on a small couch near the crib. Neither one of us was comfortable putting him down just yet, and he was perfectly content to lay in our arms. We were just waiting for the doctor to give us the clear to go. I just wanted to get all of this over and done with.

"Is he alright?" My mom asked as she and my dad came in slowly. I knew everyone else had to be outside. They were pretty strict about the amount of visitors, since Anthony was an infant.

"He's fine, mom." I said with a relieved smile. "We're just waiting for the doctor to give us the go ahead to go home."

My mom approached us as my dad picked up the file that hung near the crib. I knew he would not be sure until he read the doctor's report for himself. He wanted to make his own determination. He was a doctor after all.

"Can I hold him?" My mother asked as I handed her Anthony who began to wake up.

"Hi, sweetie. I'm so glad to have you back." My mom spoke as my son stared at her. He had a tendency to stare at things, and he found faces to be the most interesting.

"He'll just need plenty of fluids during the next few days." My dad determined walking to his wife and grandson. He gently gave Anthony a kiss on his head touching him softly.

"That's what the doctor said." I added as he nodded. "Is everyone outside?"

"They didn't want that many of us inside." My dad answered. "Have you spoken to the police?"

"The Port Angeles Chief spoke with us. It's up to the DA now." I sighed. "Bella doesn't want her to go to jail."

"I would expect not." My mom added giving me back Anthony. She understood our need to have him near. "Renee needs mental help, she's suffering from something."

"It's not really in our control." I commented. "I just hope that Bella doesn't blame herself for it. That's what I'm afraid of."

"We just got to offer our support to Bella and Emmett." My dad added.

"These next few months are going to be tough on both of them." My mom continued just as the doctor came in with the discharge papers.

BPOV

Christmas had come and gone, and I was very thankful that it had been relatively peaceful. We had spent the day as a family, and had even taken Anthony out for his first snowfall. It had turned out perfect, after all the drama we had experienced.

It was the day before I went back to school, and I was dreading leaving my son. It was only for a few hours each day, but I hadn't been apart from him since we had found him.

Anthony was now asleep in his room as I organized my things for tomorrow. I knew that I was going to have a hard time leaving him, but I was lucky to have Esme. She loved Anthony, and I knew he was more than safe in her care.

"Bella, love." I heard Edward say as he came into the room an important looking letter in his hand.

"What's that?" I asked gesturing to his hand.

"The letter from one the schools, I've applied to." He said sitting next to me. "John Hopkins to be exact."

I smiled at him as I waited for him to open them. His first choice was John Hopkins, and I was just as nervous for him. I knew he had what it took to get in, and I prayed that he had. "Are you going to open them?" I asked biting my lip. He was just staring at the envelope making no move to open it.

"You open it. I can't bare to look." He added handing me the envelope.

"Are you sure?" I inquired holding the letter. "You know it doesn't matter if you get in or not. This is only one school."

"I know, but it's my top choice." He sighed as I ripped through the envelope taking a deep breath. I smiled brightly as I looked up at Edward, who was staring at his lap.

"You're in," I exclaimed as he looked up at me with wide eyes.

"Are you joking?" He questioned as I shook my head handing him the paper.

"I can't believe it." He said with a huge smile as he leaned over and kissed me. Our quick kiss slowly began to deepen as the letter was discarded on top of the bed.

"I told you could do it." I whispered in his ear my hands sneaking past the hem of his shirt and up towards his back.

He smiled at me, sending my heart in a flutter. "I love you, Bella Cullen." He said rolling over so that I was on top of him.

"Shouldn't we celebrate?" I inquired with a sexy grin, my lips inches from his.

"I think this is quite the celebration. Don't you think?" He asked his hands cupping my behind and pushing me into him.

"I think it is." I whispered. "Dr. Edward Cullen."

EPOV

Hearing Bella call me Dr. Cullen, was a huge turn on. I wasn't technically a doctor, but I was one step closer to being one. My lips quickly attacked hers my tongue slipping past her slightly parted lips. She was too irresistible for her own good. My shirt was quickly removed from my body as her kisses trailed down to my neck and chest.

I had to groan in frustration as I heard Anthony's cries through the baby monitor. He had perfect timing. Bella smiled into my chest as she held back a laugh. "It's time for dinner." Bella pointed out as she gave me a chaste kiss.

"How about my dinner?" I asked arching my eyebrow.

"Be patient, Doctor." She answered playfully with a wink as she climbed off me to go feed our son.

I stayed in our bed for a few minutes reading over the letter I had received. I couldn't believe that I had gotten in. It was a dream come true, and I knew my dad would be proud. He had always wanted me to study at his alma mater. I couldn't wait to tell them.

I picked up my shirt putting it on before going to check on Bella and Anthony. I smiled at the all too familiar scene before me. No matter how many times I watched, it was just as special everytime.

"I need to tell my parents." I said as she smiled brightly.

"I'm about done." She informed me. "He doesn't seem that hungry now."

I waited for Bella to finish, before all three of us went downstairs to share the good news. "You two look exceptionally happy." My dad commented from the kitchen table where he was looking through some papers.

"You look like you have an announcement of some sort." My mom added as I chuckled. My mom always knew just what I was going to say.

"I got a letter from John Hopkins." I said not wanting to make them wait any longer. I was too excited to wait.

"And?" My dad asked looking eager.

"I got in!" I announced as my mom shrieked running to me and giving me a tight hug while showering with kisses.

"My son the doctor!" She began to repeat as my dad approached me.

"I told you, you could do it." He stated giving me a hug. "Congratulations."

I made eye contact with Bella as she stood to the side holding Anthony. The pride in her eyes, made me feel ten times prouder.

"We have to celebrate." My mom exclaimed. "Let's go out for dinner."

"We have to tell everybody else. Why don't we have them meet us at a restaurant?" Bella suggested.

"I'll call Alice, she said she was staying at Jasper's tonight." My mom replied as she headed to the phone.

"I'll call Emmett." Bella added as I took Anthony to allow her time to get ready.

BPOV

My husband the doctor. It was such a surreal feeling, and I couldn't be prouder. He had worked hard for the opportunity, and I knew he was going to save many lives. If anybody could do it, my Edward could.

The family had been thrilled about the news. However, I knew my brother was a bit put off by the fact that we would be moving to Maryland. It was far away, but it was a wonderful opportunity for Edward and for us as a family. Plus I really wanted to finish writing something.

I smiled at Edward as I came into the room. Anthony was sound asleep and would be for at least four hours. He was getting better at sleeping longer during the night.

"Care to join me?" Edward asked as I shrugged.

"Maybe." I said closing the door behind me.

I slowly moved closer to the bed removing my shirt and jeans. Each move was deliberate, and I could feel the intensity of his stare. He licked his lips as he looked me over. I did my best to act confident as I stayed in nothing but my bra and boy shorts.

I closed the distance between me and the bed, before crawling over to Edward. His eyes were completely glazed over with lust. "Are you still up for celebrating?" I asked my voice dripping with sex as I ran my finger up and down his very hard arousal.

"That sounds wonderful." He gasped kissing me before taking off my bra.

He kissed me passionately as I pulled off his boxers, the only clothes he had on. His hands moved up and down my back grabbing my behind through the soft material of my underwear.

"I need you." He whispered and I knew neither one of us really needed foreplay. Our foreplay had been interrupted by Anthony that evening.

He made quick work of removing my panties throwing them across the room as I kissed his neck and jaw. "I love you. Dr. Cullen." I moaned as he entered me moving in and out of me.

"Bella," He gasped as he ended up on his back with me on top. "You look so freaking beautiful." He added cupping my breasts and massaging them as I moved rhythmically up and down his arousal.

I felt my walls contracting as I moaned out his name, Edward quickly following me. I gripped his arms to stop myself from falling from the intensity of my orgasm. They seemed to get stronger and more pleasurable each and every time.

I stayed on top of him as we regained control of our body. Edward whispering sweet nothings in my ear. We ended falling asleep not long after knowing that Anthony would soon wake up for his late night feeding.

A/N: So this story originally had an implied lemon. BUT I decided to be nice and actually write it out. So I hope you guys enjoyed it.

More on Renee and what happened to her later on. I wanted a happy chapter after all that drama I put them through. I needed it for my sanity. I hate writing sad chapters, they make me sad too.

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Next Chapter: A first for Anthony and some Renee news (We skip a few months ahead)

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