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Okay, now for the seriousness:

I'm trying this out. First small part is Edward POV, but then it goes to Bella for the majority. Tell me if you like it this way, or hate it! Whatever you prefer!!

Edward POV

I looked at her and blurted out, "Bella, I'm in love with you."

I widened my eyes. Did I actually say that out loud? How stupid am I? How could I blurt something that important?

Wait! Did she feel the same way? I looked at her expression. She looked a little shocked, but not too surprised. How could that be? How did she feel? What was running through her head right now?

I took in a deep breath. I needed to calm myself. I closed my eyes for a few seconds trying to calm myself. When I slowly opened them, Bella started talking.

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Bella POV

Well, that was unexpected, but flattering. Also, I knew that he was going to fall in love with me since Alice told me that was in her vision, and her visions are mostly true. So it wasn't too much of a shocker.

Now, for the big question: Did I love him back?

Actually, that wasn't too big of a question because I already confirmed that I was completely in love with Edward. I looked over to him, and he was closing his eyes and breathing carefully and slowly.

Was he scared of my reaction?

That was probable because I knew that if I was the one waiting for an answer, I would be terrified.

I smiled at Edward, the boy who I had fallen for. The human I had fallen for.

Was there ever a case before that was quite like ours? Human and vampire fall in love with each other. It doesn't seem likely, but who knows?

As Edward opened his eyes, I told him, "Edward, I love you too."

With shock, he looked into my eyes seeing if I was being truthful, and with a relived sigh, I knew that he knew I was not lying, that I did love him back.

"Longer than you, most likely," I teased. "Alice does see things, you know." I winked at him, and he laughed. His laugh sounded so relived that it caused me to laugh.

I suddenly felt courage surge through me, bur I knew it wasn't Jasper, and I reached out and grabbed his hand. It felt so right there. Edward smiled down at me as I beamed at him.

I stood up tugging his hand. "Come on, Edward! I want to bring you somewhere." I heard the joy in my voice as I pulled him outside. "Edward?"

"Yes, Bella?" he asked which made me smile.

"Hold onto my back," I told him. I wonder if he would like the place… I mean, he went their once before…

"Wait, what?" he asked confused.

I sighed, not quite knowing how to explain, but gave it a try, "Grab me, and hold on." He looked at me a little strangely. "Edward! I'm trying to save you some dignity by doing this. Do you honestly want me to carry you?" I said a little angrily. "Please?" I softy added.

He laughed at my bipolar attitude. Edward nodded and grabbed onto my back, and we were off. We were racing through the forest. I was making sure I didn't make Edward run into anything. I figured that would've hurt him pretty badly. That's another thing on the list that I could do to hurt him.

We quickly reached the place I was heading to- our meadow.

I stopped, and Edward nearly fell. I looked at his expression, and he looked a little pale- well, not as pale as me, but still, he was pretty pale.

"Edward? You okay?" I asked him concerned.

He nodded and looked up to me, "Just a little dizzy, Bella. Don't worry about me."

I laughed at that statement. "Edward, you do not even know how much I have to worry about you! One false move and I could kill you. Kill, Edward. I can't put my guard down for a second," I told him.

His eyes widened and spoke, "Bella! I didn't know you had to do that for me! I-"

"You're just that special," I teased him.

He laughed a little bit, but suddenly got serious and said, "But honestly Bella…"

"Edward! Please stop worrying! I always prepare so I don't hurt you!" I added softer, "Edward, I couldn't live with myself if I ever hurt you."

"Bella! That's not what I was talking about. I mean if it's easier for you, why to you put up with it?" Edward asked concerned about what I have to do not to kill him. Nice, Edward.

"Why do I put up with? Honestly, Edward? I do it because I love you. I can't live without you." He blushed a little bit as I said this.

"I love you too, Bella," he beamed at me. I think he was almost as happy to say those words as I am. He looked around and commented on the setting, "Nice."

"Remember when we were here? Ah, good times," I laughed.

"Bella, that was only a week ago," he pointed out.

"Oh, I know!" Now we both were in laughter. Hmm, I like the sound of his laugh… It seems so carefree…

Now we were both sitting on the grass, and I stretched out and lay on the ground. Edward lay next to me.

I turned to him on my side. "Hey, Edward? Can I ask you a question?" I rested my head on my hand so it was propped up.

He smiled, and I never noticed before, but it was crooked. Crooked, but perfect, like it was only mine. "Always," he replied.

"What's your full name?" I asked him. I was honestly wondering this for awhile.

"Edward Anthony Masen," he responded. "And yours?"

"Well, I suppose it is Isabella Marie Swan Cullen now," I informed him. "Woah! My name's so long! Well, I suppose that is what happens when you get adopted…"

He laughed at my immaturity. If only he knew…

I giggled as I said, "I love you, Edward Anthony Masen."

He smiled and responded, "As I love you, Isabella Marie Swan Cullen." He laughed. "That is a mouthful."

I nodded. I was wondering about that it's true we just confessed our love to one another, but would it be time for us to kiss? I truthfully wanted to.

"Edward?" I asked, noticeably nervous.

"Yes, Bella?"

"Can I try something?" I bit my lip as a habit.

He nodded while answering, "Sure."

I took in a deep breath, only wincing a little bit from his scent. That would not be wise now. "Stay very still," I commanded softly.

I leaned in, inching in slowly, ready to make contact. Never before would I dream of kissing a human as a vampire, but I better concentrate.

Slowly, but surely, our lips made contact. We stayed in the kiss for a few minutes, and we broke away.

Poor Edward was gasping for air. "Oops," I said. I probably shouldn't have stayed in the kiss so long. I didn't need to breathe, but Edward? Yeah, he does. "Sorry, Edward," I apologized.

He smiled at me, letting me know that he was okay.

But, the kiss? Wow. It was… Amazing.

I smiled at Edward as I told him, "You're a very good kisser."

At this, he blushed in response, but teased, "You weren't too bad yourself, Cullen." He added in a more not teasingly, "But that was… great. I have to be truthful, and that was my first kiss.

"Really?" I asked him. "You seem like the type that gets all the girls." We both laughed at this, and I quietly added, "It was my first too."

"Really? Bella, you're way too pretty for that to be your first kiss," Edward told me.

"Well, same thing for you too. You are way too pretty, Edward," I laughed.

We sat there for a moment as we thought of what was going to happen next. What usually happens in relationships?

"Hey, Edward? Tomorrow do you want to go on a date?" I asked grinning.

Hit or miss, guys?

Edward or Bella POV? Or do something like I did this time?

Give me your feedback!

As I was writing this I had the song 1, 2, 3, 4 in my head. You know… That song by the Plain White Tees when it's all like: 1, 2. 1, 2, 3, 4. There's only ONE way TO say. THREE words FOR you. I love you!

Well, yeah. So I guess it's safe to say that song inspired this chapter? I think.

Hmm, let's get to 268 shall we? You did it last time! Can you do it 2 times around?

YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!!

Love Bonnie