Disclaimer: All original characters belong to Stephenie Meyers.

This is just going to be a short note…a longer one will be at the end of this chapter. Please make sure you read it. :) I wanted to apologize for all the errors in the last chapter…I think I was a little overly anxious to get the last chapter out to you.

Many thanks to my awesome beta "LostPrincessKitty" for all the help and assistance she has given me.

Song for this chapter is "I'll Be" by Edwin McCain

"Nothing is more important than reconnecting with your bliss. Nothing is as rich. Nothing is more real."

~Deepak Chopra~

Previously on SBTC…

"Lay down love and get some more sleep. I'm going to sit over here in your chair and I'll be here when you wake up."

"No Edward! I want you to lie down with me."

She pulled the covers back and patted the spot right behind her. I quickly removed my shoes and jeans before crawling into bed beside her. I wrapped my arm around her waist and pulled her in close to me. Within minutes, we were both asleep.

*~*~*~BPOV~*~*~*

Today was my first day back after the whole fiasco at the party. I'm not quite sure what the buzz is about what happened to me, but I'm sure to be bombarded with questions and piercing stares once I arrive today.

My friends went back the Monday following the party; Edward and I were allowed to stay out until today, Wednesday. Edward must have instructed everyone not to tell me about any conversations or gossip that they may have overheard or been asked about when they went back to school, because I haven't heard anything.

I'm grateful to them for following through on that when they came to visit me these past few days, because I honestly don't think I could've handled it.

As I sit here waiting for Edward to pick me up for school, I can't help but feel a little nervous about returning to school. I've never been one for having the spotlight on me, so it will make things really uncomfortable if people gawk at me or braver ones to come up and ask me about what happened. I will probably run out of the school if that happens.

A short time later I hear the doorbell ring and then my mom tells me to get my things while she answers the door. She's the only one here with me this morning. My dad encouraged my brother to return to school and give me some space. Victoria ended up flying out here to be with him, and she convinced him to go back with her. He's coming back home next weekend and I'm going to sit down and have a deep conversation with my dear old brother. I know his heart was in the right place, but Edward did not deserve to be treated like that by him and he's going to hear about it.

My dad had to be to work early this morning, so my mom took the morning off to be here with me so we could have breakfast together. At least that's the story she gave me…I think she's just not ready for me to be left alone yet, for fear that I may freak out or something. I must admit, though…I'm glad she did.

I grabbed my wool peacoat and pulled it on and put my black leather backpack on my shoulder as I made my way towards the living room. I saw my mom and Edward standing in the foyer, having a hushed conversation. Edward saw me first, abruptly stopped talking, and threw one of his sexy crooked grins my way before crossing the short distance and enveloping me in a hug.

"Good morning love. How did you sleep last night after we got off the phone?" he asked while holding me delicately in his arms.

It felt very comforting to be held like this, but I still wasn't comfortable with being touched much or any sort of intimacy right now. Edward understood this, but I did tell him that hugs were okay…as long as he didn't linger there too long. I know Edward would never, ever hurt me, but because of what happened I'm just a little sensitive when it comes to that sort of thing.

"I slept okay, I guess. I woke up a few times through the night but was able to get back to sleep shortly after," I admitted as I disentangled myself away from him slowly.

He understood and took a few steps back, giving me my space. All the while, my mother was observing our interaction from her position in the foyer. She saw me watching her and finally moved away from where she was standing and over towards me.

"Are you sure you want to go back today sweetie? It's okay if you stay home for a few more days and go back on Monday. I'm sure your teachers wouldn't mind sending home your assignments with your friends, like they've been doing. It would make me happy if you took a few more days to just relax here at home," she said to me while rubbing my arm up and down gently.

I know she means well, but I just can't stay cooped up in the house any longer. Plus, I can't let Lyndsay and Alex think they've won by staying hidden. Although they're in jail, I know they have some sort of way of getting information about me or anyone they want information on. I'm sure Lyndsay would have a smug expression on her face if she knew I was hiding out at home after what she inflicted upon me.

That bitch doesn't have any power over me and if for no other reason than that, that's why I'm going back now. I have to live my life, move on, and get past this.

"Mom, relax. I'm sure I'm ready for this…I wouldn't go back if I wasn't absolutely sure it was what I wanted. Please try not to worry about me too much…I'll be okay. I'll call you at lunch to check in, if that'll make you feel better," I told her with a small smile.

"You're much too grown for your young years, sweetheart. I'm sorry if I'm smothering you, I'll try to give you some space. Call me if you want, but don't feel pressured to do so. I love you Bella and I want you to have a good day today," she said as she gave my arm a gentle squeeze and brushed her lips across my cheek.

"I'll see you later Edward. Have a good day back," my mom said before she turned and disappeared into the kitchen.

"You ready to go love," Edward asked.

"Yes. Let's go," I said gathering up all my courage.

When we arrived at the school, I noticed immediately that there weren't any students outside…although the parking lot was full. This struck me as peculiar.

"What's going on Edward? Where is everyone?"

"I'm not sure, to be honest. Ali didn't mention anything to me about something going on this morning, before she left with Jazz and Rose," he told me, sounding just as puzzled as I was.

"Well let's go inside and see where everyone is at," I said with hesitation.

It was a fairly cold November day, which isn't surprising in Forks. I'm glad that I dressed warm this morning in my dark washed jeans and navy blue bustier, with my white long sleeved button up shirt over it. My new black Ugg Classic Cardy Sorbet boots complimented my outfit nicely along with my peacoat. (Outfit on my profile.)

Once inside the building we were stopped by Ms. Cope, the office secretary.

"Isabella, Edward…will you both please follow me?" she asked us politely, but with authority.

Edward and I both looked at each other in wonder before we walked quietly towards Ms. Cope and then followed her into the office.

Once inside, she instructed us both to take a seat at the table right outside of the nurse's office. She stood behind the counter and began to speak.

"I know you both are wondering what is going on, why no one was outside the school when you arrived. It's because Principal Greene called an assembly for the students this morning before classes begin. You two weren't informed because it's kind of about you Isabella," she said sheepishly.

"Me? Why me? If it's about me, shouldn't I be invited?" I asked incredulously.

"Before you get upset Isabella, it was Principal Greene's belief that if he spoke with the students before you were due back to school, about not harassing you or questioning you about what happened, it might make returning a little more easier for you. If anyone questions you, or even makes you feel uncomfortable, they are going to be suspended for two days. Principal Greene takes his students' security and comfort very serious. He has no tolerance for bullying or goading in his school. " Ms. Cope finished.

"Yes I understand and I'm very appreciative for Principal Greene's thoughtfulness. How long is the assembly going to last?"

"It should be over in about five minutes. You two can stay here until after the bell ring and then precede to your class with the student body as the leave the assembly." She said kindly.

"Thank you Ms. Cope, you've been most helpful," Edward told her respectfully.

We sat in the office until after the bell rang and gave the students just a few more minutes before we left the office and went ahead to our first period class. I must admit; whatever Principal Greene said to my fellow peers must have been profound because not a single soul questioned me or gave me lingering looks for the entire day.

Now I'm not saying that no one stared, many people did…but they were quick to look away and go on about their business once they noticed Edward or me staring back at them. I was glad when the day was over and I got to leave to go home. For obvious reasons, being at home made me feel safe. I haven't even been back over to the Cullen's' house since this all happened, because I'm not sure how I'll feel about being any place but home.

When I arrived home no one was there, so Edward stayed with me. My dad called to let me know he would be home right after work, which wouldn't be until 5:30. Edward and I did our homework and I did something I hadn't done since this mess happened…I cooked dinner.

Esme said it was okay for Edward to stay for dinner or longer if I needed him to. My parents and Edward's parents have been very accommodating with allowing Edward to stay over with me when I needed him to. Last night was the first night that I told Edward that I wanted to try staying alone to see if I could do it. It was hard, but I got through it. I can't rely on Edward and make him alienate his family to be here for me, although I know he doesn't mind and neither do the Cullen's.

In order for me to heal and move forward, I need to get some semblance of normalcy back in my life.

My mom and dad arrived home around the same time and of course they asked how my day was. I omitted the whole school assembly thing, but told them that it wasn't too bad. They didn't ask any more questions.

After we ate dinner and Edward helped me clean the kitchen, we went up to my room to talk (at my insistence) before he had to leave for home.

Once inside my room, I sat on my bed and asked Edward to sit with me. The truth is, I had been doing some thinking lately and have come to a decision. I haven't spoken to anyone about this, so I know Edward may be a bit hesitant once I tell him what I'm going to do.

"What is it, love? You can talk to me about anything."

"I've made a decision that I need you to back me on. I also want you to accompany me when I carry it out. Do you think you can listen and have an open mind about what I'm about to tell you?" I asked him calmly.

"Sure Bella. You know I'll do anything for you," he said lovingly.

"I want to go and talk to Logan and thank him for his help and to find out why he did it. Are you okay with this? Will you take me over there tomorrow after school? I would talk to him at school, but I don't want to bring attention on him there. I know he has had plenty of it since he's been back," I explained.

"Is that all, love? I was thinking that it was going to be something major. In my book, Logan has been a hero through this mess. He chose to go against his family and help you. There's no way I would keep you from talking to him. Especially since his father is behind bars too. I know he was the mastermind behind Lyndsay's plan and will be tried for conspiracy to extort and bribe a minor and an accessory in your drugging and attempted rape."

Edward realized too late that he may have said too much, because he quickly turned to me and said, "I'm sorry Bella. I didn't mean to bring that up."

"It's okay Edward…really it is. I have to be able to talk about what happened to me and not flinch or cower away when someone mentions the word rape. I'm okay, I promise. Speaking of being okay, you really should be leaving to go and spend some time with your family. I know they don't mind you staying, but before this happened you weren't allowed to stay over this late on a school night, so get going and I will see you first thing in the morning. I love you Edward and I promise that I'll be back to normal soon. Don't give up on me…okay?" I asked as my voice began to falter at the end.

"There's no way I'll ever give up on you baby. You mean everything to me. You're wearing my ring and you're going to be my wife one day. This doesn't change anything. However long it takes you to get past this, I'll still be here. Do you hear me? This is for real what we have, not something that will just die down and go away Bella." He told me with sincerity.

"I know, but I can barely stand for you to hold me when you hug me. Who knows how long it'll take me to get over that. Then there's sex. We had a very active sex life Edward…how can you want to stand by me if I can't even let you hug me or make love to me?"

"Easy…I love you and there's no one else I'd rather wait for to be ready for anything, but you. Sex is not everything Bella. Yes we're both great at it together, but we will be just as good once you're ready. For now, we will find other ways to connect on an intimate level that doesn't involve sex. I will never leave you, that I can promise," he told me honestly.

"Thank you Edward. That really means a lot to me."

"Whatever it takes love, we're in this together. I'm not going anywhere."

"Well you are kind of going somewhere…you need to go home. It's late. I'll walk you downstairs," I laughed.

"Are you sure you don't need me to stay? I don't mind…really." He gave me his concerned-boyfriend look and I smiled.

"I'm sure. Come on now before you convince me to let you stay," I told him as I grabbed his hand and led him down the stairs.

Once at the door he turned and told me he'd call once he got out the shower and was in the bed. He kissed me softly on the lips before walking out into the cool crisp air.

The next day after school, Edward drove me to Logan's house. It was my understanding that Logan's mother was not being charged with anything, so she would probably be at the house when I arrived. That didn't deter me though; I needed to do this for myself.

When we pulled up to the beautifully built Victorian house, I felt butterflies settle in my stomach. I think Edward picked up on it too.

"Don't worry, love, I'll be right there with you. If you've changed your mind, that's alright too. No one will fault you for not being ready to speak to Logan," he said comfortingly.

"No Edward, I can do this. It's just nerves…but they'll go away. Another thing…I want you to stay in the car. I'm a big girl and I'll be fine on my own. I shouldn't be too long," I leaned over and kissed his lips before exiting the car.

I waited patiently, though not without anxiety, for someone to answer the door. I'd rung the doorbell 30 seconds before; thinking now was as good a time as ever to talk to Logan.

Not a moment later, the door opened and Logan poked his head through looking surprised. "Hello Bella. What brings you here?" he questioned curiously as he looked over my shoulder and saw Edward in the car.

I took a deep breath and spoke.

"Logan…I came to thank you for all your help of late. I am forever in your debt." I told him sincerely.

"You are very welcome, Bella. I am deeply sorry I could not totally prevent what my sister and Alex did to you. As soon as I found out Lyndsay had malicious intentions, I got in the car, picked up James, and sped over to the party ASAP, but by then they had already begun. I truly apologize," he said as he stepped out onto his wrap-around porch.

"Logan," I told him firmly, "This is not your fault, only Lyndsay and Alex's. You did what you could, and I am extraordinarily grateful."

"You don't have to thank me Bella…it was the right thing to do."

"Yeah maybe, but thanks anyway Logan, I appreciate everything," I told him.

"You're welcome," he said in response.

"Can I ask you a question?" I asked him after hesitating.

"Sure, anything," he replied.

"Why did you do it? I mean, what made you decide to turn against your family and help me out?" I said, choosing and pacing my words carefully.

"Why don't we sit for a minute and I can explain things to you a little," he said as he gestured towards two arm wicker chairs that was part of their porch furniture.

I sat down in the first chair and he sat across from me.

"You see, when Lyndsay and I were growing up…she took more after my father whereas I took more after my mom. Lyndsay was a go-getter, bold as brass. I was more subtle, a calm soul. She always had to be the leader or the captain of organizations she was part of; I on the other hand was okay to be a follower some of the time," he reminisced.

"My father would berate me and call me names like sissy, queer, or good-for-nothing, because I wasn't following in his footsteps. I was content being in the background. He would never come to any of my musical recitals when I played in the band. He beat me and locked me away in the basement when I told him that I wanted to join the drama club at school, instead of going out for the football or basketball team."

"In his eyes, I was no son of his. I may have looked liked him and had his same DNA…but that was it as far as he was concerned. My mother was too afraid of him to really speak her mind, so she dealt with it and would always do special things with just me and her when he would be out of town on business. Lyndsay never wanted to really do anything with my mom unless it involved shopping. Even then, that was pushing it. Lyndsay was an extremely spoiled child and a daddy's girl through and through. Although I don't think I was necessarily a momma's boy, I do know that I received far more love and affection from my mother than I ever did from my dad."

"So basically when I overheard my dad telling Lyndsay to break you and Edward up and seduce Edward, making him sign with Lively Records, I knew that I couldn't stand idly by and do nothing. I knew it was wrong and that neither you nor Edward deserved to have that kind of trouble coming at you."

"I thought I was being careful not to get caught listening in on private conversations between dad and Lyndsay, but I think they begin to get suspicious because they started having some meetings outside of our home. That's why I didn't know all the details early enough to stop this from happening completely. I was worried when Aunt GiGi got involved and I knew that she was bringing Alex to town to assist Lyndsay with her plan. When he's involved…it's never a good thing," Logan said with a disgusted look on his face.

"Your aunt GiGi is the one from Alaska right?" I asked him.

"Yes she is," he clarified. "How did you know?"

"I don't remember who told me exactly, but I know her daughter…Tanya. She and Edward used to date when the Cullen's' lived in Alaska. She and I got into it when they came to visit the Cullen's' last year. She wanted Edward back and your aunt was trying to help her, but Mrs. Cullen wouldn't allow it. Some things happened to show Tanya's true colors and Mr. Denali decided to leave earlier than planned so he could deal with his daughter and his wife," I explained to him.

"Wow, Bella. Trouble seems to find you in droves," Logan said with a small chuckle.

"Unfortunately it does," I said in the same manner.

"I'm really sorry to hear that your dad and your sister treated you that way. You are an amazing person, Logan, and I hope that things work out well for you and your mom. Are you planning to stay here in Forks, or will you be moving soon?" I queried.

"My mom is going to stay at least until I graduate and hopefully the trial will be over by then. I guess where we go next will depend on where I get accepted to go to college. I've applied to several colleges in California, Arizona, Texas, and Colorado. I want to stay on the west coast if possible. It's beautiful here," he said dreamily.

"Well I hope you will at least hang out with us some time if it's not too weird for you. I know we have awhile before graduation and I would hate for you to feel alienated from everyone because of what Lyndsay did. You're a good guy and I would like to keep in touch." I let him know kindly.

"Thanks Bella. I'd like that. I really should be getting back inside to help my mother with dinner. My grandparents are coming into town this weekend and we have some things that we need to do around the house before they arrive. Maybe I can hang out with you and your friends the following weekend…that is if they don't mind me being around," he replied hesitantly.

"They won't mind and the weekend after next sounds good. Thanks for talking to me Logan, I'll see you at school," I told him as I got up to take my leave.

"Thank you too, Bella…for being different," he said as he walked to his door and went inside, leaving me to ponder over his words.

That went rather well, I thought to myself as I walked to Edward's car.

"You okay?" he asked as soon as I was seated in the car.

"I'm better than okay, actually. Logan is an awesome guy and I invited him to hang out with us and our friends the weekend after next." I told Edward with enthusiasm.

"That's good. I'm glad you are feeling okay after your talk. Would you like to go grab a bite to eat with me? I'm kind of hungry," he admitted.

"Sure, but will it be okay if we go to your house to eat? I miss Esme and Carlisle. It's about time I branch out some," I told him truthfully.

I could see the huge smile light across Edward's face. I love it when I make him happy, because that makes me happy too.

January 1st 2010 (After the clock struck midnight)

The party had been a tremendous success and it felt great to share this evening with my best friends and the love of my life. The road to normalcy has been trying, but Edward has been very patient and loving.

I hadn't been intimate with Edward since before that night…although we've done little things here and there. I know he has to be extremely wound tight, dealing with all my mood swings. I've always made it clear that I wasn't ready for us to make love, but that by us taking baby steps with our intimacy…it wouldn't be long.

He always assured me that he would wait however long I needed him to. He never once let out his frustration, if he had any, on me.

What he doesn't know is that I have a very romantic night planned for the two of us in our hotel room. We're staying in Seattle for the entire weekend. It just so happens that New Year's Eve fell on a Thursday, leaving the whole weekend for us to party and enjoy ourselves in the city before we have to return to school on Monday.

We're staying at the Grand Hyatt Seattle, which is also the location of the White Party my group of friends and I hosted for the past six hours. It's one of the most beautiful hotels in downtown Seattle. I booked us in one of the executive suites for our stay. The view is spectacular and it was to Edward's liking when we checked in earlier yesterday afternoon.

I'm on my way up to the room to set things up while Edward finishes up with making sure everyone is out of the ballroom where the party was held. Rose and Ali were also on their way up to their rooms to prepare for their night of celebration with their boyfriends. Em and Jazz stayed behind to assist Edward with clearing out the ballroom. I figure I should have about thirty minutes to get everything ready, before Edward would be finished.

Once inside of our room, I immediately disrobed and headed straight for the shower. I wanted to get all the sweat and dirt off my body from dancing. After my quick shower, I pulled on one of the soft terry cloth robes provided by the hotel. I set to turning the room into an intimate seduction nest. I wanted things to be perfect for mine and Edward's night of reconnecting…sexually.

I had the classical jazz playing softly in the background, thanks to my IPod. Candles were strategically set around the room; the bed was turned down with white scented rose petals adorning the bold red satin sheets I personally asked to have placed on the bed along with the red and black matching comforter.

Now all I needed to do was get ready in the lingerie I had bought for this occasion. I had ordered this silk chiffon long sleeved tailored shirt and thong with rhinestone detail up the rear, when I had originally thought up this plan to seduce Edward. I also knew how much he used to like for me to wear my heels when we had sex, so I bought a new pair of Christian Louboutins that would look nice with the lingerie. (Outfit posted on my profile.)

I piled my hair up on top of my head, so that Edward could take pleasure in taking it down.

I also sprayed a light coating of one of my favorite fragrances from Victoria Secret, Dream Angels Desire. Now all I had to do was wait for my man to get here and get this party for two…started.

To say that I was nervous…would be an understatement. I felt the butterflies fluttering away in my stomach and hoped and prayed that I wouldn't make a fool of myself tonight. I want so badly for things to go smoothly and for Edward to be happy and satisfied. I would keep my fingers crossed.

Ten minutes later, I heard the distinct sound of the lock clicking to notify me that someone with a key card was getting ready to enter my room. I stayed hidden from view, in my special hiding spot I picked so Edward wouldn't see me until I was ready for him to. I watched him as he walked into the room and took in his surroundings.

"Bella," he called out to me.

When I didn't answer, I watched him walk towards the bathroom and look inside, before walking towards the sitting room and checking there. When he still couldn't find me and started to walk towards the door again, I walked quietly up behind him and told him not to turn around while I quickly tied the silk red scarf that I had in my hand.

"Bella…love, what's going on? Why are you blindfolding me," he asked.

"I have plans for us tonight, sweetheart. I'm not ready to reveal myself to you just yet…so the blindfold is necessary for now," I cooed in his ear.

I heard his sharp intake of breath and felt his heart rate speed up. I'm sure that if I was to reach around and palm his manhood, he would be fully aroused.

"Do you trust me," I asked him softly.

"With my life," he replied back.

"Good. I'm going to undress you first and then I'm going to proceed to do some very naughty things to your body. Is that okay…honey," I asked him seductively.

Edward let out a soft moan and nodded his head yes.

"Edward…my love, I really need for you to use your words to convey your thoughts to me. I may not always be looking at your face to see your answer to my questions. Can you do that for me," I asked him again.

"Yes Bella, you can do whatever you want to me," he replied with need dripping from each word.

"Now that that's out of the way let's get you out of these clothes. You're way too overdressed for what I have in mind."

I started with is jacket, then his shirt and pants followed shortly thereafter. He was left wearing his silk blue boxer briefs, and boy did they accentuate his package nicely.

Still standing, I peppered kisses all along Edward's torso, his collarbone, and his shoulder blades before running my tongue down the length of his spine before tonguing along the top of his boxer briefs.

During my explorations, Edward couldn't keep still. He tried in vain to touch me, but I told him he wasn't allowed to just yet. I didn't want him to figure out what I was wearing. I knew that he could just as easily overpower me and remove the blindfold and be done with this whole seduction thing, but he was being very patient.

"Bella, oh God…please let me touch you. You're driving me insane with your touch," he said in a pained voice.

"Just a little longer baby, I promise you will be able to touch me soon," I told him as I pulled his face towards mine for a passionate kiss.

I pulled away from Edward's lips so that I could pay closer attention to another part of his anatomy. I kneeled before the God before me and traced the outline of his massive erection with my fingers.

"Mmm, baby your fingers are amazing," he moaned.

I decided to go one step further and take the tip of my tongue and ran it the length of his silk covered erection. He damned near jumped out of his skin.

"Oh fuck! That feels so good baby, please Bella…I have to touch you now," he pleaded.

I got up from my position on the floor and stood before the beautiful man in front of me. I knew that as soon as Edward's blindfold was removed, he would undoubtedly jump me from all the teasing I've been doing to him. I couldn't take the teasing any longer, I was dripping wet and I could feel the dampness in my panties.

"Okay sweetheart. You've been very patient and a very good boy. I'm going to remove the blindfold now and allow you to do whatever you wish to me," I said slowly…but with sex dripping from each word I spoke.

Edward let out another moan and I immediately felt more wetness seep out of my aching pussy. No longer able to go slowly, I quickly removed Edward's blindfold and stepped back.

I watched Edward blink a few times, to adjust to the dim lighting…before his eyes rested on me. His eyes opened wide as he took in my attire.

"Oh sweet God…what are you wearing Isabella," he asked me with desire in his eyes.

"Something I thought you might like. Do you like it…Edward," I asked putting emphasis on his name.

"I do…I really do. I just feel bad for what I'm about to do," he said with a hint of mischief in his gaze.

Almost as if he was some sort of supernatural being, he moved quickly to me and tore the buttons from the tailored shirt. If we hadn't been taking baby steps for the last few weeks to lead up to this moment, his actions may have scared me. Instead, I was completely and utterly aroused.

Edward pulled my semi naked body to him and kissed my lips roughly. I welcomed his tongue inside of my mouth when he ran it across my lips. He kissed me for a few moments before moving down my body to my hardened nipples. At first Edward just held them in his hands, as if he was weighing them.

Then slowly he moved to take the right nipple into his waiting mouth, while he massaged the left nipple with his right hand.

"Oh…mmm, that feel so good Edward. Please baby…I need more," I begged.

Instead of stopping his actions, Edward moved over to the left breast and showed it the same attention he showed the right one. He held looked up in my eyes and stared intently…relaying a message to me.

His attention moved away from my breast as he traveled further down my body, circling my belly button with his tongue before nudging his nose into my mound.

"You smell exquisite my sweet Bella."

By this time I was so wound tight, that I began to rub my thighs together to get some sort of friction.

"Oh no, no, no. That just won't do…Isabella. You have to be patient. Good things come to those who wait," he scolded me gently.

Edward stood up from his position on the floor and swooped me up in his arms bridal style and then carried me to the bed. He laid me in the middle of the bed and removed his boxer briefs, before joining me there.

"Now Bella, I'm going to remove your thong…which I love by the way and will be keeping. Then I'm going to use my tongue to make you cum so hard, before I make love to you all night. Do you think you can handle, love? Please tell me that you can handle that," he pleaded.

My breath had hitched in my throat at his words and I let out a soft moan, before saying, "yes I can handle that."

Edward reached up and released my hair from the pins, and let it tumble down my back. "You're so beautiful baby. I love it when your hair is down during our lovemaking," he said with a smile.

Edward moved slowly as he straddled my legs and hooked his fingers in my thong and gently pulled it down my legs and sniffed them, before tossing them on the floor next to the bed. He ran his fingers between my folds before spreading them open wide. He moved his face down to my core and ran the tip of his tongue between my open folds.

"Fuck," I screamed out.

Edward chuckled against my core as he began working his tongue up and down and round and round.

He placed two fingers inside of me, while he focused his tongue on my clit.

I felt the fire begin to burn deep inside, bubbling up to the surface. I knew that at any moment I would erupt into a euphoric world of ecstasy. I moved my fingers into Edward's sexy locks and gripped it tight, while I held Edward prisoner to my aching pussy and humped his face.

The euphoria, the bliss, the overpowering magnitude of my orgasm paralyzed me for a brief time. It had never been like this before and I knew that I had reached a new level of orgasmic pleasure that only Edward and his magical tongue could provide.

When I was able to move again, I looked down at Edward who was looking up at me from his position with an awed expression on his face. Which just happened to be covered in my wetness.

"Oh God Bella, that was fucking hot! I didn't know you could squirt. Damn baby, you've been holding out," he said as he moved over my body.

"This is the first time that has happened," I admitted somewhat embarrassed. Of course the blush made its appearance, which caused Edward to know exactly what I was feeling.

"Don't be embarrassed love. I loved that I could produce that reaction from you. It just lets me know that I'm doing something right," he said proudly.

"Now if you don't mind…I really need to be inside of you now," he told me as he ran his dick up and down my folds.

"I need you too Edward. Please baby, let me feel you inside of me. It's been so long," I told him.

"I don't know how long I'm going to be able to last Bella, but I promise that I'll make you cum again before I do. I love you," he said before sliding smoothly into my wetness.

"Oh fuck," we both said in unison.

It had been awhile and I could feel the tightness and slight discomfort from Edward's oversized cock inside of me. He must have known that I needed to adjust, so he stopped moving once he was fully inside of me. After a few seconds, I nodded in encouragement for him to begin to move.

His strokes were long and deep and he set a perfect rhythm. I wrapped my legs around his waist, which caused him to go deeper inside of me. I wrapped my arms around his neck to keep him close to me and kissed him. He immediately thrust his tongue into my mouth and deepened our kiss. His thrust began to come quicker and harder…I knew that he was almost there. I pulled away from the kiss so I could get some air.

"I'm almost there love. I need you to cum with me baby," he said as he placed one of his fingers on my clit and massaged it.

"EDWARDDDDD," I screamed out as my name left his lips in the same manner.

We lay spent and sated for I'm not sure how long, before Edward got up to blow out the candles, turn off the music and get back in the bed with me…covering our naked bodies with silky covers.

"Thank you Bella. I wasn't expecting anything like that to happen tonight…but I thoroughly enjoyed reconnecting with you again," he admitted with sincerity.

"It was my pleasure and a long time coming," I told him as I nestled into his side and felt my eyelids get heavy.

"Sleep my love. You'll need it for what I have in mind for the next few days. We are not leaving this hotel room if I have anything to say about it," he said confidently.

All I could do was respond with a, "mmm."

A few things I need to point out. I know I said that this would be the last chapter before the epilogue, but my beta and I decided that there should be two more chapters before the epilogue. The next will solely focus on the trial…so it may not be that long of a chapter, but it is a pivotal point in the story.

Also, I've decided to do 5 outtakes from this story that will be posted randomly. One of the outtakes will consist of the white party that took place in this chapter. I would like to know what YOU would like to see in an outtake. Please leave me a review letting me know what you want to see.

My beta and I are co-writing a fanfic entitled "Not My Own" and will be a Bella/Jake, Nessa/Edward story. So please keep an eye out for that story.

I haven't done this in awhile, but there's one fanfic that I'm currently keeping tabs on that you should definitely read…

"Master of the Universe" by Snowqueens Icedragon

It's a Dom story with one hot Edward Cullen doing unbelievably sexy things to Bella!

Check it out if you get a chance to! ^_^

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