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Chapter 15

EPOV

As I drive home, I can't help but revel in the feeling that my life is on the path it was meant to be on. I have Bella in my life and I am never going to let her go. I have wonderful parents and a crazy, quirky sister that I would not trade for the world. My friends are loyal and they help to balance everything out just perfectly. *sigh*

I start to laugh out loud as I think back on tonight. When we pulled up to Bella's and she told me who was visiting, I was nervous because I remember hearing Bella talking to Alice about her dad's friends and her friend Jake from the reservation. I always wondered if there was something more to them than just friendship, but I decided if there was, I would've heard about him or even see them together. When he picked her up, hugging her to his chest and swinging her around, I wanted to rip his face off. All I could think was 'She is mine!! Get your paws off of her!!!', but the expression in her eyes when she looked at me settled my nerves. Then when he started teasing her, I could tell they were like brother and sister. Maybe Bella and I should help him find a girlfriend. You know, just to make sure his time is occupied somewhere else.

Dinner was so much fun. I don't think I have laughed so hard in all my life listening to stories about Bella and her family and the gang on the reservation. When Bella and her mom walked Billy and Jake to the door, the butterflies in my stomach started knowing I was alone with her dad and he would probably want to have THE TALK with me. And he did not disappoint.

"Edward" Charlie said.

"Yes sir" I replied.

"Edward, I know this sounds old fashioned, but I don't care. It is abundantly clear that you care for my baby girl and I would like to know what your intentions are towards her."

I thought my palms would be sweaty but they weren't. All of the sudden I wasn't nervous. I knew the answer without a doubt in my mind. "Sir, I love Bella with everything I have. My heart, my mind, my soul. I fully plan to be with her forever and give her everything she could ever need. I plan to go to college with her, one day marry her and provide for her and her future for the rest of our lives."

Charlie cleared his throat and said "Well son, I am glad to hear it. Just know, you hurt her and you will answer to me...And you can call me Charlie."

I smiled "Thank you Charlie."

Knowing I have her family's approval means so much to me. Nothing and I mean nothing is going to stand in the way of our happiness. When I get home I send Bella a text instead of calling. All I need is to change the chief's mind by waking him up in the middle of the night.

B,

I am home. Missing you like crazy.

Have sweet dreams.

I will be there bright and early.

Love you,

E

I head up to my room and get ready for bed when my phone beeps that I have a text.

E,

I miss you too.

My dreams will be extraordinary because they will be of you.

I love you!

B

God I love this woman. How did I get so lucky?

I wake up as soon as the sun started to peek out over the clouds. I want to be there when Bella wakes up. Her mom Renee and I spoke briefly yesterday and she told me where the extra key was hidden so I could surprise Bella. Mom had made blueberry and banana muffins yesterday and I was taking some of them to Bella's for breakfast. Her mom was going to cook the rest. I am so giddy as I am driving to her house. I find the key just where Renee said it would be and was surprised to find her already up and in the kitchen making coffee.

"Good morning Edward." Renee whispered.

"Good morning Renee, here are some muffins that my mom made for you guys" I said as I placed the basket on the table.

"Thank your mother for me Edward. That was so thoughtful." she smiled. "Bella is still asleep if you want to go wake her up."

"Thanks Renee" I whispered as I started climbing the stairs heading to Bella's room. I quietly opened her door and found my angel sleeping soundly on her bed. She was on her side and her hair was splayed across her pillow. She had such a peaceful look on her face. I could cry at the extreme beauty that was before me. I quickly took off my shoes and climbed in her bed behind her and put my arms around her. She immediately grabbed my hands and melted into my body pulling my arms tighter around her small frame. I took a deep breath, breathing in her glorious sent of strawberries and flowers.

She let out a small sigh as she turned in my arms to face me and gave me a small kiss "I love waking up with you next to me Edward."

"I plan to wake up next to you for the rest of my life love. Now let's go downstairs and get something to eat. I can smell the bacon already." I said as I got up from her bed and pulled her up into my arms. She feels so perfect in my arms. She just fits.

We head down to the kitchen and find her mom with all kinds of food already made. Charlie is quick to enter and steals a piece of bacon as he kisses Renee on the cheek. I can't help but grin at the sight. That is what Bella and I will have one day and I cannot wait. Breakfast wasn't as loud as last nights dinner, but the conversation was still good. After breakfast I reluctantly went home that way we both could finish our homework and I could spend some time with my family. I was coming back for dinner though and that knowledge made leaving a little easier.

Alice and Jasper were on the couch watching a movie when I got home. "Hi big brother" Alice greeted bopping up and down on the couch. "Hey there little pixie. What are you guys up to today?"

"Not much. Jazz is watching this gangster movie and I am planning out what Rose, Bella and I are going to wear to prom." I looked over at Jasper and he gave a little shrug saying 'what can you do' and we laughed. Alice is going to be marvelous in the fashion industry, I swear it. She loves shopping and dressing everyone up, whether they like it or not. Come to think about it, I believe her first word when she was a baby was 'shop', no kidding. I can't bitch too much about it. She makes sure I don't look like a slob when I leave the house and she listens to what I like…well sometimes.

We spend the afternoon sitting together in the living room. I finished the little homework I had. Man, I love senior year. Mom and dad spent a little time with us before dad had to go to work at the hospital. Mom spent the rest of her time on the couch going through decorating magazines. She loves architecture and decorating. It is her passion and everyone loves what she comes up with. It also gives her something to do when dad is gone. Being a doctor he sometimes has long hours and weird schedules. Now that Alice and I are older and have our own lives, mom is alone more. Maybe we should get her a puppy for Christmas. I will worry about her when it is time for Alice and me to leave home for college. My cell beeps at me breaking me from my thoughts.

E,

I am running to the grocery store for mom.

I will see you shortly for dinner.

Miss you!

Love,

B

B,

I can't wait to see you.

I love you!

E

I take a quick shower and head to Bella's house. I should beat her to her house, but not by much. Renee lets me in and offers me something to drink. I sit with Charlie watching the baseball game waiting for Bella to get home.

I am starting to get a little nervous. Where is she? "Hey Renee, how long ago did Bella leave?" I question.

"She left about 25 minutes before you got here. She should be home any minute." Renee said with a quiver to her voice. I could see her starting to worry. Every couple of minutes I notice Charlie looking at the clock on the mantle above the fire place. I keep pulling out my cell phone thinking she is going to call any minute. I call her and get her voice mail. After two messages I start texting her. Nothing.

The three of us are getting ready to climb the walls when my cell phone goes off. I answer it before looking at the screen. "Bella, where are you" I say panicked.

"Edward, it's not Bella, it's your dad."

"Sorry dad. I thought you were Bella. She went to the store and she isn't back yet and she isn't answering her cell phone and…" I ramble until my dad cuts me off. "Edward, Edward. I need you to calm down. Bella is here at the hospital. There was an accident. You need to come down here and bring her parents."

BPOV

ARGH!! The checkout lady at the grocery store took forever to ring up my groceries. Then the bag boy was completely incompetent and put the eggs in with can goods. Then he had the balls to look at me like I had three heads when I made him fix it. Thank God I am out of there. Of course I am hitting every red light on the way thru town. But nothing could kill my buzz because Edward is coming over tonight and probably already at my house. Okay, I know I spent this morning with him, but I miss his smell, his warm strong arms and his glistening green eyes. Knock it off Bella. Can't get all riled up, mom and dad are going to be there too. Maybe we can sneak off to my room after dinner. The light is green…finally. The next thing I know I hear metal scraping, glass shattering, my head pounding. Then darkness.