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I stare at her for a second, unsure of how to even begin. She doesn't look mad, which is always a good start.
"Well, I have absolutely no idea what you mean." I shrug, innocently. My lips twitching, a smile desperately wanting to form.
"Isabella Marie Swan, are you fucking the pussy hound, that is Edward Masen?" She holds her hand in front of my mouth, like she's holding a microphone.
"No, not yet anyway." I laugh at her serious face, which finally splits into a grin and she sighs.
"As long as you know what you're getting yourself into, I'm happy to see you happy. I just don't know if it will end well. I'm sure you've thought of that though." She tilts her head, as she waits for me to reply.
"Yes, I know it won't last but I really like him Rose. I haven't felt this kind of attraction before. Not even with Jake and I know what the risks are, I just think that he's worth it. He's different, he's not just that confident, arrogant guy."
She picks up my hands and grins at me, she actually seems okay about this.
"I'm always going to be here for you Bella. If the worst does happen, just remember that."
I smile back in gratitude, before she suddenly laughs, loudly.
"I'm so fucking glad that Emmett didn't see him, do you know how many sharp implements are in our kitchen? Edward would've been sliced and diced. It would've been like an episode of Dexter."
I join in with her laughter and we talk excitedly about our time apart. Emmett sounds like a perfect gentleman and she wants to tell him that she loves him, already. She shows me the little heart tattoo that he did on her hip, it's really cute. I can't help but feel a little envious of her, but I now have my 'thing' with Edward and maybe I can make it last a little while. I can't help but wish it was like what Rose and Alice have both managed to find.
I tell her a little about my date with Alec and how Edward behaved. She doesn't say anything but she looks thoughtful. She shrugs it off, when I ask her what she thinks.
"Men are strange, it's best not to try and understand them."
We do some cooking and baking together as we plan our outfits for the first day at our internships. Rose has promised to put my hair up for me in the morning and I agree to make us all breakfast. Alice will be moving into Esme's house this week and we've both offered to help her. We'll miss her but I know that we'll still spend a lot of time together, it's always been that way, no matter where life takes us.
Alice gets back the next day and she's positively glowing and she barely breathes as she tells us all about her week with Jasper. Rose is very quick to update her on my current status, when she finally manages to get a word in. Alice just smiles and says that she knew it would happen, but she's also quick to remind me that she thinks it's a bad idea. She's always very perceptive, or she thinks she is anyway.
I have to admit that I'm pleasantly surprised that they're backing off and letting me do this, without trying to persuade me not to. It's not like I've thought of anything else recently, in fact I even have a list of the pros and cons written down, somewhere.
Monday comes round quickly, after our relaxing weekend and I haven't heard much from Edward. He's sent a few texts but it's not the same as seeing him and he seems distracted. I have a pit of worry in my stomach, I hope he's not having second thoughts.
I'm dressed in a really nice pant suit that Esme helped pick out and my hair has been put up into a nice sleek ponytail. Make up is on, but just the bare minimum. We all twirl in the living room and give each other a confidence building pep talk, before we all go our separate ways.
I get a cab to work and Angela meets me at the front desk, I'm ten minutes early but it looks like she's been waiting for me.
"It's great to see you Bella. I'm going to be showing you around today." She smiles kindly and I return the sentiment.
The first half of the day is spent being shown around the building. She talks animatedly about the company and the different aspects of what they do, she loves her job, I think that's really clear. We have a great morning and we laugh easily together as she takes me for lunch. They have a break room where you can re heat food and even buy sandwiches but she takes me across the street to a little coffee shop. We head back once we've finished and she takes me up higher in the building.
She introduces me to Victoria Biers, who I'll be assisting. Victoria is very good at her job and it's well known that she's Mr Masen's right hand woman. I can't even begin to comprehend what I'll get to learn from her, it's going to be an amazing experience. She's a little bit aloof towards me, but she seems nice enough as she shows me to my desk and teaches me how to answer and use the phone, which looks like a computer.
The next day is spent filing, in the huge file room and getting Victoria's coffee. She even includes me in the meeting for the new presentation that she's done for a popular food company. I have a few ideas and she seems to like the way I think and jots them down. It's a very busy week at the company and I agree to work the whole week, instead of just three days.
On Wednesday I'm called to Mr Masen's office. I nervously go up with Angela who escorts me there and although she tells me several times not to worry. I can't help it.
I enter his huge office and the first thing that I spot is Edward, who's standing beside his father. He's wearing an actual suit. The whole works, including a tie. I stand there with my jaw hanging as I take in the splendour that is Edward Masen. Did I mention that he's wearing a suit? It hugs his body in a way that makes me jealous. I'm actually jealous of his suit.
They both glance up from what they're working on and look straight at me. I smile at Edward, his mouth forms a lazy smirk in recognition. He almost looks nervous. Mr Masen clears his throat after a while and I realise that I've been staring. I turn to Mr Masen senior, he looks amused as he glances between me and Edward.
"Bella. I hear you're settling in well here, like I knew you would. You're making quite the impression with Victoria. She'll be concerned about her job if you keep it up." He winks at me, kindly.
"This is the perfect time to invite you to join us for dinner on Saturday." He gestures between himself and Edward.
Edward's smile falters slightly but he nods curtly at his father, who's turned to look at his son.
"Thank you Mr Masen, that would be lovely." I reply, politely.
"That's fantastic. I'll let my wife, Jessica know. She loves having guests over. Angela will give you the details. Your career here is looking very promising at the moment, keep it up."
I realise that I've been dismissed and I turn to leave after saying another thank you, for his time. Edward finally speaks up, just as I have my hand on the door knob.
"Bella, wait. I need to have a word with you."
His voice sounds strained, I pause without turning and let him walk me out. He pulls me by my hand, into a side room and smiles down at me. I pull gently on his tie and smooth my other hand down the lapel of his jacket.
"So, this is a new look for you."
"I'm sorry I haven't kept in touch, I decided to become more involved in the business. I have far too much free time at the moment and I don't do well with idle hands. But he's kept me busier than I expected."
"I bet your father is really pleased."
"He is, plus I get to see you." He grins at me and it's infectious, I grin back.
"You'd better not distract me Mr Masen." I tut at him in jest.
He pulls me into him, roughly. The feel of his body against mine is exquisite, I hold my breath as he puts his face close to mine.
"I can think of a few ways to keep you distracted. You know you shouldn't be talking to your boss like this. I may have to re think that tying up scenario, if you carry on.'
"So you're my boss now?" I lick my lips as I stare at his wicked smile, which is only inches away.
"Well technically, I'm your bosses boss. But ultimately, I can tell you what to do." That naughty glint in his eye is making my body heat up and the way he's talking is completely ruining my underwear.
"I'll have to bear that in mind, Mr Masen." I mumble.
His lips connect with mine and the relief is overwhelming as he deepens the kiss. I wrap my arms around his neck and his hands explore across my body. He pulls away and runs his hands through his hair as I try and regulate my breathing and heart rate. I think I'm seriously at risk of a heart attack.
"So Saturday, are you okay with that?" He asks as he tucks a loose tendril of hair behind my ear.
"Yes, although I'd forgotten that he got married."
"Don't worry about her, she's just another brainless, fake woman. Many have adorned his arm over the years."
"Okay, so I'll see you there?"
"Nope." He pops the p, before continuing. "I'm going to come and pick you up."
He grabs my hand and walks me out of the room.
"I'd better go back into the lions den, have a good day Miss Swan."
"Goodbye, Mr Masen."
He winks at me before turning and walking off. I watch him, of course. My head is turning in complete circles. How am I ever going to concentrate at work now?
I hardly get to think over the next two days, which is probably a good thing because I don't see Edward. He's emailed me a few times through my work email and when I get the chance, I reply. But he sounds just as busy as I am.
I have to stay late, both days and I even consider a caffeine drip for Victoria, she drinks a lot of coffee. I spend too much time running to the break room to fetch some for her. Angela tells me that she's always this way before a big presentation.
The evenings after work are filled by helping Alice to move into Esme's house. The benefit of helping her is that Esme feeds us with her amazing cullenry skills. We're all like the walking dead by Friday evening and she offers for us both to stay the night, but we decline and return home. Rose has plans with Emmett and I have my own plans.
We drag our feet and collapse into our beds as soon as we get in. I think that Alice wanting us to help her rearrange her room three times, probably didn't help. That girl has so much stuff.
I don't even have time to consider my 'dinner date' tomorrow, before I fall sound asleep.