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Chapter 25: An Apology

Edward Cullen

I was angry, but I didn't know who I was angry at. Was it Bella? Was it at Matt? Was it at myself? It had been a complete and total accident. He had walked off by himself to see fucking hats. Couldn't he have at least asked if we could go see hats? It didn't seem like a hard concept to master.

I gripped the steering wheel harder as I drove off to my condo. I wasn't even flirting or talking to a woman I was remotely interested in. Why couldn't she believe me? Did she really think I would purposely lose her child? I wasn't that stupid.

I arrived at my condo and was instantly hit by a sense of coldness the minute I walked inside. Everything seemed weird almost as if it wasn't mine. I no longer felt like this was my home. The condo was mine, but this wasn't where I belonged. I hadn't spent more than an hour or two here in the past month.

I dropped my keys in the table by the door before making my way inside. I was at a total loss over what to do. Did I try to call her? Would she listen to me?

I turned on my television and began to flip through the channels. I had to find something to keep myself entertained. But, nothing seemed to grab my attention. I felt like I had to do something for Bella. I had to show her that I really cared for her and that I was wrong. I had messed up and I wanted to make it up to her.

But what could I possibly do? I felt like I had to do something grand to get her to forgive me. I knew for certain that tonight was going to be one of the longest nights of my life. My condo was far too empty.

I turned off the television, silently cursing it. Why wasn't there anything on? I rested my head against one of the cushions of my couch as I heard my cell phone began to ring. I desperately hoped that it was Bella, but I knew deep down it wouldn't be. "Hello," I answered, sighing deeply when I noticed it was Emmett.

"Hey, man. What's up? Am I interrupting the fun times?" He questioned with a booming laugh as I heard Rosalie yell at him to be quiet.

"Did you call to ask such a stupid question?" I inquired, rolling my eyes.

"Someone is angry. What crawled up your butt? Is it Bella's time of the month?" He began to ask as my frustration began to grow.

"Is there a reason for your call, Emmett? Seriously, man, I'm not in the mood for your stupid questions and comments," I replied as I stared off to the ceiling.

"Is something wrong, Edward?" Emmett questioned, his tone changing. He seemed genuinely concerned.

"Bella and I had a misunderstanding. I'm at my condo tonight," I answered, feeling like I had to tell somebody. I needed some sort of direction. What was I supposed to do now?

"You got sent to the dog house, bro," Emmett joked with a chuckle. "What did you do?"

"Why do you assume I automatically did something?" I questioned, trying to understand why it had to be my fault.

"You're the one spending the night alone. You had to have done something," he reasoned, making perfect sense, but still making me angry.

"I just want to fix things. What can I do?" I replied, feeling desperate for some sort of idea.

"What did you do, Edward? If you don't tell me what happened I can't help you fix it," he responded as I tried to figure out where to begin.

I explained to him what had occurred from the time Matt and I had left our seats to get food until Matt told Bella what had occurred. "I swear it was a freaking accident. Why would I purposely lose him? I don't get why she's mad." I added, running one hand through my hair.

"Women don't always make sense," he stated with a laugh. "Just apologize, Edward. I think she's more disappointed than anything else. She knows you aren't stupid enough to lose the rug rat."

"I just need help planning something. Maybe I should fill her office with flowers? Do you think that will work?" I mused, hoping that would make her see that I was really sorry.

"Dude, slow down," Emmett ordered. "Sometimes all women really want is an apology. You don't have to do all of that."

"But, what if it's not enough? I really do need her, Emmett." I admitted with a sigh of frustration. "I have no idea how I'm going to make it through the night without her."

"I can't believe I'm saying this," Emmett answered in a happy tone. "My little brother has finally fallen in love."

"Why do you have to say stuff like that?" I questioned angrily. I knew I loved Bella. I had no doubt in my mind that I did. But, I hadn't admitted my feelings to her. Therefore, they weren't really real. Right?

"It's the truth," he replied. "Just do something simple and grovel for her forgiveness. I've learned with Rosalie that sometimes the simplest gestures mean the most."

"When did you become so smart?" I questioned, realizing he made perfect sense. He had really changed a lot since he had gotten married and even more since he had become a father.

"I was born this way," he responded causing me to shake my head. "Enjoy your nice cold bed, bro."

"You know you're an ass, right?" I reminded him with a laugh.

"I try," he answered before hanging up and leaving me alone to my thoughts.

I stood up and moved away from the couch. I wasn't going to accomplish anything by moping around. I had to figure out something simple to do. I had to find something that would be meaningful to Bella.

I grabbed my phone again figuring I should let her know that I missed her. I wanted her to know that even though we were apart I missed her. I wasn't sure why I missed her, but I did. I decided to text her figuring she probably didn't want to talk to me.

I messed up big.

I miss you.

E-

I felt a surge of relief when her response came minutes after. It showed that she was still thinking of me too.

I miss you too.

B-

I found myself drifting towards the piano room and before I knew it I was sitting on the bench. I stared at the keys for a long time, trying to remember when I had last played. My mom had taught me as a young boy to play and it had been something I had excelled at. But, it had been years since I had taken the time to play.

I hit a few keys letting the notes sound throughout the room. I instantly felt a surge of comfort as I played a few random notes. The piano had always been an escape for me. It had given me time to think and time to figure out how to address the issues I was dealing with. I had forgotten what a wonderful companion my piano had always been.

My thoughts wandered to Bella and what she would think of the fact that I used to play the piano. Should I ever play for her? After a few minutes I found my random notes flowing together to form a beautiful melody. The melody immediately brought a smile to my face, because it reminded me of Bella. I knew I would eventually play it for her. It was our song.

I made it to bed about two hours later feeling rather refreshed. I wasn't going to make a huge deal about my apology. But, I was going to make sure she knew that it had been a complete accident.

Sleep proved to be near impossible causing me to be up and at the gym by five in the morning. By seven Carlisle had sent me an email letting me know I would be needed at a meeting at the other side of town. I would not get the chance to see Bella until after five.

My day was not looking good.

Bella Swan

How is it possible to run late when one didn't get a wink of sleep the night before? It was almost eight and Matt and I were nowhere near ready to go. I had decided to wear my pretty blue and black lingerie set underneath my clothes just in case Edward and I decided to have a lunch time escape. I missed him way too much last night and I needed to feel every inch of him.

"Matt, hurry up!" I called from the kitchen as Matt wandered into the kitchen half asleep. "Come on, sweetie. Eat your cereal."

"But, I want pancakes," he protested as he sat down. "Can you make pancakes?"

"I'll make pancakes tomorrow, Matt. We don't have time for that now. You're already late for school," I explained as I quickly ate a yogurt. "I need to finish getting ready. Please hurry with your cereal."

I made it upstairs just as I heard my cell phone beep letting me know a text message had arrived. Was I that late? Was the office already trying to contact me? I found my phone on my nightstand noticing the text was from Edward.

Have a meeting with Jackson Co. all day.

Please don't leave before I arrive. I want to talk to you.

Miss you!

E-

I sighed at his message, realizing I had taken the time to put on my sexy underwear for nothing. I would be spending my lunch time all alone. It was completely useless to keep it on, but I didn't have time to change.

I'll be waiting.

Have a good day!

Miss you always,

B-

I quickly replied back before dumping my phone in my purse before finishing up. I had to hurry if I wanted to be sort of on time.

I somehow managed to get Matt to school before nine, apologizing profusely to his teacher. I was lucky that Mike had agreed to pick up Matt keeping him overnight. It was his pathetic way of making it up for missing the baseball game. That meant I had no problem waiting for Edward after hours.

I arrived at work and was instantly greeted with a small blue flower on my desk. I smiled at Edward's sweet gesture noticing a small note attached to the small stem of the flower. I couldn't believe just how sweet such a small gesture was.

Blue hyacinth- I'm sorry

I sighed deeply when I read his apology. I had already forgiven him and I really couldn't wait to see him at five. But, I had to get through a full day at work first.

Edward Cullen

The stupid meeting was not over until almost five and then I had to fight the stupid traffic back to the office. I was literally dying to see Bella. I wanted to apologize for being stupid and I wanted to make it up to her. I would do anything she asked. I just didn't want to spend another damn night without her.

I arrived at the office just before six and was extremely thankful that the office was deserted. The only person their besides the cleaning crew was Bella. I made my way straight to her office, not even bothering to drop my stuff in my office. I felt myself grow hard the minute I saw her through her slightly open office door.

She was wearing a dark green dress that exposed more skin than was probably work appropriate. But, as her boss I had no complaints. Her dark brown hair was let loose in soft curls just the way I liked it and I had to stop myself from groaning when I saw she had worn her glasses instead of her contacts. She looked like a sexy librarian.

"It's not polite to stare. It's kind of stalkerish, really," Bella mentioned with an amused grin as her eyes turned to the door.

"I'm just stunned by your beauty," I answered, walking inside and closing the door behind me. "I see you got my flower." I mentioned, noticing that the flower was in a small vase on her desk.

"It's beautiful, Edward," she commented as she stood up.

"I mean what I said," I prefaced, holding my hand out to her. "I'm very sorry for getting distracted and losing Matt. I didn't do it on purpose. Those few minutes when I thought he was lost were the worst of my life."

"Edward, I'm sorry, too," she replied, giving me a small smile. "I overreacted last night. I just couldn't comprehend what had happened. I should have let you explain. I was just blinded by everything."

Bella eyes met mine as she spoke and I couldn't help but notice the desire they held. She slowly licked her lips when she was done before pressing her lips to mine. I immediately wrapped my arms around her slim waist, bringing her into me. I kept the kiss at a slow steady pace and was surprised when she quickly deepened the kiss.

"God, Edward, I've missed you so much," she sighed against my lips as her hands began to push off the jacket of my suit.

"Bella, we're in the office," I reminded her, wanting to make sure she was aware of this. I had no qualms about taking her against her desk. The idea was actually very appealing, but I didn't want her to stop us midway through. Once I began I didn't think I would have the willpower to stop.

"Just shut up and fuck me," she replied before crashing her lips to mine and allowing my jacket to hit the floor.

I was shocked by her words, but quickly recovered pressing the back of her thighs against the edge of the desk as my hands began to wander down her back to cup and massage her ass. "I'm going to make you scream my name, Isabella," I whispered in her ear as I began to nip and suck on the soft skin of her neck.

"Yes," she urged as my hands wandered down to the tie of the dress pulling it open. I couldn't help but mentally thank her for wearing a dress that made her so easily accessible. But, it was her underwear that really caught my attention. I had never seen something so damn sexy in my entire life.

Her bra and thong were made out of blue silk and black lace and I wanted nothing more than to rip it from her body. I had to have her against the desk, the chair, or even the wall. I was not going to get picky.

I fucking needed her.

Bella Swan

I completely lost control of all my inhibitions the moment he had apologized. My body was already missing his touch from spending the night alone and that combined with his vulnerability was enough to drive me wild. I wanted him to take me in my office.

I allowed him to slip my dress off completely, thankful that I kept the sexy underwear on. I could tell from the lust and desire radiating from his eyes that I had chosen well. "Like what you see?" I inquired, leaning back against the desk causing my back to arch provocatively.

"Sexy vixen," Edward mumbled under his breath before his lips returned to my skin. He held my body against his with one hand while the other played with the waistband of my thong. He was teasing me.

I loosened up his tie, jumping slightly as he increased the pressure on my collarbone. I knew he was going to be leaving a mark, but I couldn't bring myself to care. My fingers somehow found the coordination to remove his tie and his shirt before trailing down to the buckle of his belt.

"You look so fucking sexy," Edward commented as he unclipped my bra with one hand, pulling it off of me. I gasped at his words fumbling with his belt causing Edward to chuckle. I couldn't get the damn thing off.

"Are you having a hard time, Isabella?" He questioned as his hands slid down my body before he unbuckled his own belt and pants.

"I need you," I said unconsciously as my eyes took him in. He was standing in the middle of my office in nothing but his black boxer briefs. I could clearly see just how excited he was and I couldn't wait to have every inch of him in me.

"Get on the desk," he ordered causing my eyes to grow wide with anticipation. I loved it when he showed his dominant side. It was probably a secret fetish of mine.

He stood in front of my desk, waiting and watching me as I attempted to move the files and my laptop from the top of my desk. I tried to keep everything organized, but I found it hard to concentrate when both Edward and I were half naked. How could he just stand there and watch me? I felt like I was about to explode.

I managed to get all the files and the computer onto the side table of my office and soon found myself on my back on top of my desk. "That took too long," he commented as lowered my thong down my legs.

I tried to speak but I couldn't form any coherent thoughts. All I knew was that Edward was about to have his wicked way with me in my office. How was I ever supposed to concentrate on work again?

Edward's lips returned to my body as he kissed and licked my stomach, slowly working his way down. His eyes held a hint of mischievousness as they met mine before he began to lick and suck every inch of me. "Delicious," he commented his warm breath making my overheated skin tingle.

He watched my reactions carefully as he began to work me to the edge, stopping before I could go over. I was completely frustrated and my groans and moans were becoming louder and louder.

"Please, Edward," I finally cried, my body shaking with the sheer anticipation.

"Do you want me?" he asked as he slowly lowered his boxer briefs. I simply stared at his naked form hoping he would finally send me over the edge. My body couldn't take much more teasing. "Answer me, Isabella."

"Yes, Edward, yes," I answered before he entered me in one swift movement.

"So fucking tight," he mumbled as he began to move within me, moaning at the contact. I found myself gripping the edge of my desk as he pounded into me, sending me over the edge with only three thrusts.

"You look so hot when you cum," he whispered before he kissed me and began doubling his efforts. I felt like I was on a train of pure ecstasy as he made me climax two more times before he did himself.

He collapsed on top of me, placing kisses on my neck and chest. "We have to do that again," he said as he tried to catch his breath.

"Anytime," I answered as I played with his hair as an idea formed in my head. "We still have to break in your office and maybe even the conference room."

"You're such a naughty girl, Isabella," he replied with a chuckle before pulling me up and carrying me to his office.

The night was just beginning.

A/N: I think this has more than made up for their night alone. Don't you think? I know a lot of you felt that Bella's reaction last chapter was over the top and it probably was. But, remember Bella comes from a very bad relationship and she has major trust issues. Is that fair for Edward? Of course not, but it is an unfortunate truth. I'm trying to make this as realistic as possible. And, we woman, can overreact sometimes. And, I'm speaking from my own personal experience.

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