A/N Don't own it

Sorry to all for not updating sooner. Dealing with a lot in real life here and well, I am trying.

Here you go.

Eight weeks later – Sunday afternoon

Bella POV

I finally have some alone time for myself. I need to just relax and be lazy for one. It has been really great having "the boys" over – this includes George. I would come home to something different every night. The first few nights were take-out nights. They found my growing list of takeout menus and we decided to try out a few I had never tried. During dinner, we would all have lots of conversations and laughs. These guys were just clowns. After dinner, we listened to music and continued our conversations or played on one of the game consoles. We couldn't go out since we didn't want the paparazzi know where they were staying. They already had this scheme with one of the hotels to make it look like they were staying there.

In my lonely opinion, these boys were too ridiculous. They thought about it and decided to buy 2 more full size beds and arrange it in the spare room so they could just stay with me. George slept in the other spare room and we were all one happy family. I guess they were afraid of messing up Angie's place, since well Angie can get pissed and NO ONE IN THEIR RIGHT MIND WANTS A PISSED ANGIE.

Alice and Rose would keep hounding me on "love" updates with one of the guys and I told them that we were just friends. In reality, Kellan and I kissed but there wasn't a spark. He agreed and we decided to stay friends. Jackson was secretly seeing Ashley Greene, but was not publicized since their careers would halt immediately. Robert – poor Rob – he was completely in love with Kristen but she had her boyfriend Michael. I didn't think Kristen loved Michael anymore, but the guys were planning the girls to come over here and take a mini-vacation in my home.

During this time, I didn't get to see Edward as much as before. I think this time apart will help us – well really help him. My heart was with him – he was holding it and though he hadn't handled it too well, he still had it. I cannot explain it – there is just something about him that just completes me. George thinks it's Mina but Angie understands what I am talking about. She told me it is the same thing she felt about Brad and Brad agreed. They both were missing their puzzle piece to be complete but once they got together, they were complete. I wish Edward wasn't such a cheater and I hope therapy is helping him. I miss him so much though. I miss his warm hands holding my cold hands. I miss his tenderness. I miss his laugh and I miss his soulful eyes. I miss him so much.

Edward POV

Though I know Bella has been spending a lot of her free time with the single guys, I am not jealous. After my conversation with George, I knew that Bella still loved me. I will be very honest here – I LOVE BELLA WITH ALL MY BEING. She is my strength and my inner peace. I feel like I haven't been able to breathe since she has been apart from me. I am a very stupid and selfish man for doing what I did to her. I love her and the last thing I wanted was to hurt her and I did – for I will promise to do everything in my power to make it up to her – even if that means letting her go and be happy with someone else.

Therapy has been going well and I have a learned a lot of myself and how to deal with the ugly Edward and be a better person, father and boyfriend. I have recently asked for forgiveness from my family members and Bella is the last person I need to ask. I am hoping to catch her soon, once her friends have left.

Mina was doing well. My darling Mina – I cannot imagine my life without her now. She is my other reason to breathe – and if Bella would not be in my life, then she would be my only reason to live. She is doing well and it has a lot to do with Bella. When Mina entered into our lives, Bella went into mommy and scientist mode. She researched, called in favors and found the best pediatric doctor and Down Syndrome specialists. These doctors taught Bella, my family and me how to help Mina with physical exercises and how to speak to her and help her mentally. Mina was doing so well and she loved Bella so much. When Bella entered in the room, Mina forgot all about us and called for her mama. Bella's face would completely light up hearing that once single word – Mama. She was her mother.

I miss my Bella so much and I want to speak to her so much – I mean really talk to her and profusely apologize for everything. Do you think she is alone right now? Hmm, Mina baby girl, let's go visit your mama.

Bella POV

'ding dong'

Hmm, I wonder who could it be? Everyone is away and I thought Jacob and Leah were on their trip to the cabin.

"Hi Bella."

"Edward. Please come in."

"Mama! Mama! "

"Mina baby."

I took her from Edward's arms and showered my beautiful Mina with kisses as she laughed.

"Come in Edward – make yourself comfortable."

I went to sit down on the sofa as Edward sat on the loveseat. He just kept looking at Mina and I playing and he kept smiling.

"Edward, would you like some coffee.."

Then all of a suddent he got up and knelt in front of me with tear filled eyes.

"Bella, my Bella, I am on my knees right now and I beg of you to please forgive this stupid boy. I know now why I did the things I did to hurt you and I am getting help. I can't stand it anymore and I wanted to wait until I was a better man for you…but Bella, I love you and I miss you so much. I can't breathe without you. I can't think without you. Bella, I made so many mistakes and I know I am asking a lot, but can you find it in your heart to forgive me. I beg of you Bella."

Then he placed his hands around his face and just completely broke down on my lap. I looked at him – really looked at him and he was still a boy but the man was coming out. He broke down and I never imagine that the Edward Cullen would ever breakdown to little old Bella Swan. I have been forever enamored with Edward from the moment I saw his beautiful face. It felt that cupid's arrow just slammed into my heart and that arrow had been in my heart all this time. No matter how badly he treated me, cupid was playing me and my life. Cupid never let my heart alone since he knew that my heart was just for Edward. Even with my Demetri, I loved him but I knew I would never be completely happy with him. As I look down at Edward, I know that I will be only his and he will always be mine.

"Edward, please sit up and look at me. "

He looked at me and got up from his knees and sat closely next to me as I held Mina closely. She was watching us as if she knew what was going on but with a hopeful face.

"Edward, I forgive you. I really do and I am hoping and praying that your therapy is helping you. I can tell it is, but I want to know if you think you are ready for us. Be honest, Edward. I want to take it slow both physically and emotionally. Will you be able to handle that?"

He didn't even hesitate as he answered.

"Bella, I love you. I have come to realize that I have loved you for a long time – since we were so young and I know I can never fully comprehend why I did all those things to hurt you and I will take this entire lifetime and more to make it up to you. I love you Bella and I want to take it slow. I want to show you how much I love you, respect you. I want you to be my equal in our relationship. I want you to be my partner in life. I want everything with you my Bella. Please, let's try again. I know I am ready."

I looked into his eyes and it showed sincerity and so much love. I looked down at my Mina and she was holding Edward and my hands.

"Edward, close your eyes."

He did and I did what I have been wanting to do since he said hello at the door. I cupped his cheek with my right hand as I held Mina tightly between us. I looked at him and decided that life has to start again. I closed in slowly and my lips touched his lips and it felt magical. As our kiss lingered more, he took his hand and slowly caressed my cheek. Our kiss deepened and it felt like our lips were meant to be together. I didn't want to leave his lips ever. As he sucked on my bottom lip, I heard someone scratch his throat. I slowly opened my eyes as Edward and I parted and saw it was George, Kellan, Rob, Jackson, Kristen, Nikki and Ashley.

George had to chime in.

"Man that was one hot kiss hon. You both should be in the movies."

I blushed but I knew I had to have a comeback "Well, George, sounds like you are a bit jealous hmm."

His face was of shock "Me jealous? NAH!"

We all laughed as Edward took my hand gently – it felt good.

Kellan then continued "Well we came back to see if you were busy, but it looks like you are."

"No guys, really, Edward is here to stay so, why don't we all have a peaceful meal."

We all started to talk about what were were going to eat and I decided since I was the only sound mind in the group that I was going to cook. I had enough food in the house and decided to make arroz con pollo (chicken with rice) and potato salad, garden salad, grilled chicken and some desserts. The girls took Mina as I started to prepare the meal and Edward came to the kitchen to help. He and I worked well in the kitchen and it was duly noted by George and Rob.

"You both look like you have been a couple forever."

I smiled "I guess we have been in a sense, right Edward?"

"Yes, Bella. I have been in love with you forever, and I always will."

He kissed my neck and Rob and George mocked us with fake vomit faces. Edward and I threw our towels at them.

George then continue "So are you now together?"

Edward looked at me and I nodded as he answered "Yes George , she and I have talked and we are together but we are going to take it slow."

George smiled and came to me and softly took my face in his hands "And you my Bella – are you ready?"

As I looked into his eyes and smiled "Yes, my dear George, I love him and I think its time to start anew."

"You know I love you and I will always be here for you – ALWAYS."

"I know – the same goes for you."

He hugged me and then shook Edward's hand but said "If you hurt her again, I will put Angie loose on you."

Edward shook his head in fear and said " No worries George, I want this to last forever."

Edward POV

I still can't believe Bella has allowed me back in her life. I will do everything in my power to make her happy. She deserves to feel loved and to be happy. I want to give her everything, but I will do so slowly and patiently. I want to show her how much I love her every day of our lives.

We were talking a lot during dinner. Bella can cook and the men showed it by leaving absolutely nothing. The women laughed as Kellan and Jackson fought for the last piece of the apple pie. I realized that Bella had wonderful friends who loved her and protected her with fierceness. During the dinner, George extended my family and Bella red carpet invitations to the movie he filmed with Angie and Brad. We gladly accepted and went ahead to let him know that we would RSVP once we all talked with the family. It was going to be a little difficult since Mina had no real caretaker, so I wasn't sure if Iwas able to go, but I definitely wanted Bella to go and have fun – she deserved it.

As the guys set up to play Wii, Bella and I just sat together on the couch catching up. We held hands and I noticed that her hands were just perfect in my hands. I knew then as I suspected that she was and would always be my only one – my better half and I would worship her existence for the rest of my life.