Disclamier: I'm not Stephenie Meyer...

Thanks to my beta, Kakabel, for being lovely and still fixing my chapters even though she is on vacation!!

"To be trusted is a greater compliment than being loved."

-George MacDonald-

Chapter 13

"Lawyers and Stories"

Jasper was Hannah's new best friend. For the rest of the night she wouldn't let Jasper out of her sight. It was adorable, and made Alice literally bounce with joy.

"Mommy, can Casper tuck me in tonight?" Hannah asked after dinner. We were all sitting around in the living room relaxing, when I announced it was someone's bedtime.

"His name is Jasper, honey," I corrected her making sure to put emphasis on the first syllable of his name.

"No, it's Casper, like the friendly ghost. Jasper is really white and nice, so is Casper. I changed his name, but he says its okay," she replied happily. I gave Jasper a look saying he didn't have to change his name for her. She would get over it.

"Its fine, Bella. Besides, I want to tuck the pretty girl in," he said picking up a giggling Hannah.

"Do you know where she's sleeping?" I asked still not completely at ease with not being near Hannah.

"You have nothing to worry about in the Cullen house with our top of the line security, dear," Esme piped in from the couch. "I set up a room for her on the third floor guestroom right next to Edward's room."

She gave me a reassuring smile, which I tried to return as best as I could.

"Say goodnight to everyone, Hay-Bay," I told her. She wiggled out of Jasper's arms.

She ran around the living room to say goodnight to everyone, leaving me last. She looked like she was feeling much better, so hopefully it was just the 24-hour flu and really bad timing.

"Goodnight Mommy, I love you," she whispered into my ear hugging me closely.

"I love you too, baby girl," I said as I kissed the top of her head. She grabbed Jasper's hand and I passed her bag to him. Alice smiled brightly as she watched Jasper walk up the stairs hand-in-hand with Hannah. She silently got up to follow them.

"Alice, wait," I said grinning widely. "Try not to jump the poor guy tonight. I mean he just figured out he wants to be a Dad. Let him digest that fact."

"Sorry, Bella, but that's a promise I cannot make," she said laughing, before she turned around and raced up the stairs.

Esme and Carlisle just grinned, probably excited at the thought of being grandparents. They said a quick goodnight before heading down the hallway to where I assumed their bedroom was.

I just shook my head and sat next to Edward, who smiled at me. He hugged me closer to him and kissed my temple.

"Bella, I have some things to tell you," Rose said sounding excited. "I spoke to a lawyer the other day."

"Oh, really?" I said after she didn't continue.

"Mmhmm, and he told me you can get a court order for the divorce. With everything Mike has done, a judge will sign the papers if he deems the situation suitable."

"Do you think that will happen?" I asked hopeful.

"Hell yes, Bella. That judge would be stupid not to," Emmett answered.

"I really meant the lawyer's opinion, but thanks Emmett," I said grinning at Emmett. He just gave me a dirty look.

"The lawyer said he would be shocked if a judge wouldn't sign the papers. He is already getting those ready for you. All you're going to have to do is go to his office and sign the papers once we get back to Seattle," Rose explained smiling.

I felt like crying and celebrating. Happy tears, of course. The end was in sight. I could finally be done with Mike forever. No more worrying or feeling like I'm living in sin. I rested my head on Edward's chest and he kissed the top of my head, tightening his hold on me. He started rubbing soothing circles in my arm.

"He also said you would get full custody of Hannah, since he's a wanted man, and he will more than likely be going to jail," Rose said.

I looked into Edward's beautiful green eyes, and I could see the happiness in them. He was thrilled, I could tell. I threw my arms around his neck. I kissed him fully on the lips, forgetting everything around me. All that matter was that I could finally be completing with Edward. Someone cleared their throat loudly, and I buried my head into Edward's chest, my cheeks heating up.

"I have more news," Rose said softly.

"Actually, we have news," Emmett said cutting Rose off. "We are adopting a baby boy."

"Emmett, we don't know for sure if it's going to be a boy yet," Rose corrected him, but she was clearly bursting with happiness.

I jumped off Edward and flung myself to the love-seat they were sharing.

"I'm so happy for guys," I said kissing Emmett's cheek.

"Thank you, Bella," Emmett mumbled thickly. I was surprised at the tears I saw in his eyes.

"I love you both," I said hugging Rose. I got off the love-seat and sat next to Edward again.

"We love you too, Bella. Well, we're off to bed," Rose said as she pulled Emmett up to his feet. We all said goodnight, just leaving Edward and I.

"Edward-" I started, but paused and took a deep breath. "Why didn't you tell me about your parents?"

He looked away quickly. "So Esme told you about that?"

"Yes, she did. And Edward," I said before gently grabbing his chin, forcing him to look at me. I placed my hands on either side of his cheeks. "I'm in way too deep for you to be keeping things from me. Hell, Hannah is in too deep and that scares me. Because honestly, what is she going to do when you wake up and finally realize you're way too good for me? That's going to kill Hannah. I don't think I could deal with that. I'm terrified that we are moving way too fast. And Edward, this relationship can't and won't work if you don't feel like you can talk to me about anything and everything."

Edward closed his eyes and took a deep breath. Without warning, Edward grabbed my hips and pulled me into his lap. He grabbed my hands and interlaced them.

"Bella, I didn't tell you about my parents because you and Hannah are more important to me. You guys need to be safe. I knew there would be time to talk later. I needed to know you both were going to be okay. I would never have been able to talk to you about it if I didn't think you were safe. I'm not going to lie, though, it's not easy to talk about, but I never intended to keep it from you.

"And Bella, I love you," he said with so much emotion, I had to look into his eyes. "That will not change. I love you and could care less how fast this is going, because I know you're it for me. You are the woman of my dreams. I would have to be a complete dumb ass to let you go."

"Are you calling Mike a dumb ass?" I joked trying to break the tension, as tears ran down my face.

"A crazy, stalker, dumb ass, actually," he said using his thumb to gently wipe the tears away.

"I never meant to keep anything from you, and I'm terribly sorry if you felt like I was. And you have it all backwards. I'm the one waiting for you to realize you deserve so much better," he said sadly.

"I love you, Edward, even if you sometimes think irrationally and kind of stupid," I said kissing him lightly on the lips.

"I love you, so much," Edward mumbled against my lips.

"I love you more," I whispered back, smiling.

"Impossible," he paused, gently pulling my face back so I was looking into his burning emerald eyes. "You are so beautiful that you give the sun a reason to shine."

"Well, that was corny," I said laughing. "No more secrets, whether intended or not," I added seriously.

"I promise, love, I'll tell you anything you want to know," he pledged kissing me again.

"Okay, then how on Earth were you single when I met you? Women have to throw themselves at you. I mean just look at you," I said looking him up and down.

"Easy, I'm a very picky man. I prefer my woman with thick mahogany hair, beautiful brown eyes, a smile that makes me weak in the knees, a body with the perfect curves, and the fullest lips that feel absolutely divine against mine," he murmured kissing me. I moved to straddle him, needing to be closer. "But most importantly, she has to have the biggest heart, and be beyond selfless."

I didn't know what to say, because what do you say to that? So instead I decided to show him how I felt. I grabbed his face, pulling him toward me and kissing him passionately. His tongue glided across my bottom lip, begging for entrance. I opened my mouth and let him explore everywhere with his wonderful tongue. His hands started rubbing the length of my torso, occasionally lightly brushing the underside of my breasts. He pulled away, but thankfully his lips didn't leave my skin. He continued to explore along my throat, pushing aside my shirt for more access. I tilted my head back giving him more room. He nipped, sucked, and teased every part of my throat, paying special attention to my collarbone.

"God, Edward, I want you," I said, embarrassed that I was almost panting like a dog. But he abruptly pulled away.

"I'm sorry, I got carried away," he said lightly sweeping his lips against my own.

I put my head down in shame, and felt rejection run through my body. What was I thinking? Oh, right, I wasn't.

"I know that look," Edward said, pulling my chin up. "I do want you, way more than I should. I want all of you, Bella. But I want to do it right, not at my parents house. I want to spoil you and be the hopeless romantic you deserve."

"Fine," I mumbled in defeat. When he put it that way, it sounded too good to pass up.

"Now, be good," he smiled. "I can't seem to control myself around you."

"I really don't mind," I said seductively, leaning in closer, making sure to rock my hips against the growing bulge in his pants. He groaned loudly, grabbing my hips, halting my movements.

"We should go to bed," he suggested, clearly looking for a way out of our current position. He stood up, still holding me, and I squealed, quickly wrapping my legs around his waist and my arms around his neck. "But, first, I need an ice cold shower, thanks to someone," he said walking toward the stairs.

"Guilty," I said happily. "Too bad I can't help you with that shower."

"Sorry, love, but that would defeat the purpose of the cold shower."

He started walking up the stairs and my grip tightened.

"Relax, beautiful, I would never let you fall," he whispered against my neck, causing me to shiver. He chuckled at my response to him. "Are you cold, love?" He teased.

"No, you ass," I said playfully hitting his arm.

Edward put me down on his bed, leaving to go to the bathroom,

I quickly changed and climbed under the golden comforter. It smelled just like Edward, making me smile. I snuggled closer, burying my face further into his pillow. I felt Edward wrap his arms around my center, sometime later, bringing me against his chest. If it was even possible, I relaxed further into him.

If only life would stay this perfect for ever.

Thanks to everyone that reviewed!! I got 42, wow. I would reply to them all, but I figured you all would rather have a chapter instead.

I made up all the lawyer crap. I don't know if that's right. If it's not, well this is just a story.

Sorry for the wait, but lots happened this week. I went for my second fitting for my dress. My bridesmaid dresses were ordered in the wrong color, completly clashing with everything. So that was a big problem. The seamstress wrote down my measurements wrong so now my wedding dress is all wrong. I was freaking out. I cried for hours, but then my fiance, bless him, surprised me with a trip for me and my best friend to the spa. God, I love him...So needless to say, my week has been hell.

I have the next chapter done, so expect that on Sunday.

I think I have ranted for long enough. Tell me what you think!!

~Scarlet :)