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This is the second attempt at this chapter…EPOV & Lemons – Enjoy!
EPOV
I've never felt more nervous in my life! I wasn't even this nervous when I proposed to Lauren. It's close, but this is definitely worse. Tonight I present my baby to the world—well, to Seattle anyway. My brother Emmett and I are launching our new bar, Eclipse. After months of hard work, arguments, and sweat, we're finally ready to show her off.
The club itself has been ready for weeks. We just needed to do the promotional work before we opened. Without that, we'd sink in the first weeks and that's just not an option. Opening night has to be huge for us to stand any chance of survival.
As I sit in my office reading over our guest list for the night, I'm hopeful that all those on the list will make an appearance. We've got a mix of the who's who of Seattle and the up-and-comers. There are a good number of business owners as well as locals from the neighbourhood. Now it's just a waiting game.
Emmett and I don't actually need to work. Our family has money—lots of it. But we choose to work because we're in a position to do something we really enjoy. We're also lucky to have parents who support our endeavours and are happy as long as we're happy. Initially Emmett and I planned to be doctors, as was expected of us. For generations, the men in our family have gone to med school and become well-known surgeons. But after a few years of studying, we realised it wasn't what we truly wanted.
After much discussion, we sat down with our parents to explore the idea of purchasing a building and opening a bar. We expected a fight and had our arguments prepared, but we were pleasantly surprised. They said that no matter what was expected of us, they simply wanted us to be happy.
One person, who was not happy about my decision, was my then fiancée, Lauren. Ithought we were happy. I thought we were in love. And I thought that one day we'd have the big wedding, house with the garden and white picket fence, and lots of children playing in said garden. I was wrong.
Although I didn't know it at the time, Lauren wasn't in love with me. She was in love with the power of my name and the money that came with it. Unfortunately, I found this out the hard way. It wasn't one of my finer moments—finding my fiancée, in my bedroom, of my apartment, riding some guy she'd met at a bar a few hours earlier.
After I threw the guy out, we got into a huge argument and the truth came out. She was quite happy to tell me that since I wasn't going to be a respectable doctor and take my place in society, she had no use for me. She didn't love me and wasn't going to marry a pathetic bartender. As heartbroken as I was, I guess it was good to find out when I did. In less than three hours, she was out of my life—leaving me with my grandmother's engagement ring and an empty apartment.
That was two years ago, and since then I haven't dated anyone seriously. Having my heart broken has made me skittish, and I'm in no rush to have it happen again. I have dated, but I just never found anyone that I truly connected with, so I just stopped. Much to the disdain of my brother, who's always trying to get me laid. When it comes to women, we're polar opposites—one night stands are his thing and relationships are mine. I don't do "just getting laid". And there will have to be something pretty special about a girl before I consider a relationship again.
"C'mon Eddie, its opening night—you're bound to get laid! When word spreads that we're the owners, girls will be dropping their panties in no time!"
I roll my eyes at his bluntness. Ignoring him is best. I focus on the paperwork and block out his ramblings on a "fool proof plan" for the night.
"Are you even paying attention to me?" Emmett plops down on the sofa next to my desk.
"Nope, not even a little bit."
"Why not?"
I'm not looking at him, but I think he's pouting. Seriously? What grown man pouts?
"Because, Emmett, I don't really care how you plan to get a girl in bed, what you'll do to her there, and then how you'll avoid her after." I grumble, packing up the paperwork and getting ready to go home. I've been here all afternoon getting things ready, and I want to go home for a shower so I'm fresh for the evening.
"You seem awful tense there, Eddie. You know what would release that tension…" he trails off, waggling his eyebrows at me.
"Yes, Emmett, I do know. And no, I won't be looking for girls tonight. I'm going to focus on work—we're trying to launch a business, ya know?" I grab my jacket. "Now, do you think you can make sure the bar's all stocked before I get back?"
I barely have time for a quick shower and a slice of pizza, before I'm back at the club to put the finishing touches on the bar. Emmett's just finishing the team meeting as I arrive. Based on the the guest list, we expect the VIP area to be quite busy tonight so both Emmett and I will be starting the night there. If everything runs smoothly, we'll be able to leave it to the staff later so we can just roam as needed. With the team meeting finished, the staff in place, the sign lit…it's time to open our club.
"Em, what happens if we fail? What if nobody shows up and we lose it all? Are you sure we thought this through?" I don't know why I'm in such a panic. I've been confident from the start, but all of a sudden I'm absolutely shitting myself!
"Really, Edward? You're the cool, calm, collected one—don't lose it on me now! Just breathe man!"
"Yeah your right, I'm just freaking out." I take a deep breath and try to focus—we can do this.
"Looks like you were freaking for nothing—check out the line!" He nods towards the front door where people are streaming in. Most of the crowd are women and they head towards the VIP area. "Go get behind the bar, I'm off to get laid!"
I chuckle, as he makes a beeline for the first group of girls.
From the moment the doors opened, we've had a constant stream of people coming in. Not all have stayed for the night—some have just come in for a drink, but that creates a good mix. It turns out my panic was unnecessary.
"Edward, order up and make it a quick one. I've got my future wife waiting here." Emmett slams his note pad on the bar and looks up at me—he's up to no good.
"What?"
"Two cosmos and a margarita. Oh, and make the margarita a strong one—apparently the girl's had a bad day. Make them good, one of the cosmos is for my future wife."
"Again, what?"
"Dude, look." He points to a booth in the corner that's occupied by three girls "The blonde one, Rosalie, she's amazing! I need the order quick so I can get back over there. Help me out, man."
The three girls are attracting a lot of male attention. I can't see them clearly from here, but they all look attractive. I'm strangely drawn to the brunette. I can't put my finger on it, but there's something about her and I can't look away.
"Beautiful." I whisper.
"Which one?" Emmett follows my eyes. "Yeah, that's Bella. I had a feeling you might go for her. She's a beauty!"
"Don't start, Emmett. Take their drinks before they get pissed and leave."
I watch as he returns to their table, focusing on Bella. Emmett must have mentioned me, because suddenly they're all looking in my direction. The other brunette starts fanning herself, and I chuckle. She can flirt all she likes, but nothing's gonna happen. I can't put myself in that position again. Eclipse is my love for now.
I'm busy at the bar for the next few hours, but I find myself stealing glances at the girls—Bella in particular. Guys have been checking them out all night, and I can't help feeling a little pleased that she's been unaware of the attention.
I watch as the girls head to the dance floor, with Emmett in hot pursuit. Yep, he's got it bad for the blonde. Unfortunately, or fortunately, the bar is too busy for me to follow. I'm focused on drink orders, drunk customers, and a new staff who need quite a bit of guidance.
I wanted this. I wanted this.
Noticing that we're running low on a few things behind the bar, I run to the cellar during a lull. When I return, my heart drops to my stomach as I see Bella—she's with another guy.
Why am I so upset? I don't even know her. I'm perfectly happy as I am. Aren't I?
I'm starting to think Emmett's right—maybe I do need to have some fun. Just find a girl and keep it simple, no strings attached. The more I think about it, the more it makes sense. I'm a healthy young guy, who's tired of long showers with my hand as my only company! I don't need to have a relationship, but certain needs could be met.
I glance back at Bella, and watch as a big guy moves behind her, wrapping his arms around her waist and pulling her to him. Although she struggles to get free, she doesn't stand a chance. Bella barely stands as tall as his shoulders and the guy is all muscle. Something stirs inside me and I feel the need to help her, to protect her. As intimidating as the guy is, I move towards them, intent on coming to her rescue. As I get closer, Bella's struggling pays off and she breaks free, only to stumble and begin to fall. I rush towards her, catching her in my arms just before she hits the floor. A sigh escapes me when I have her safe in my arms. Her body is so warm and soft, moulded against mine. I feel "little Edward" stir.
Bella stands, straightening herself and I can finally appreciate just how beautiful this girl is. Earlier tonight I'd called her pretty, but that doesn't do her justice. My eyes follow the lines of her body. She's petite and has curves in all the right places. Her dress is the most amazing colour blue and the way it clings to her, it's like it was specifically made for her body. Her long brown hair cascades in loose curls down her back and shoulders, making her look a bit wild like she's just rolled out of bed. A twitch in my pants tells me I need to stop thinking about her in bed.
As she removes herself from my grip, I find myself looking into the biggest brown eyes I've ever seen. I can't look away.
After her eyes, I'm drawn to her lips. Unlike most girls here, she's not wearing that horrible sticky stuff. Her lips don't need it. They're naturally plump and just begging to be kissed, licked…tugged.
These thoughts are not helping with the issue in my pants. Each time she moves, I get harder.
I stifle a moan when, as if reading my mind, her tongue darts out and licks her bottom lip. Begrudgingly, I look away from her lips and regain my focus.
"Bella, are you alright? You didn't know him, did you?" It just occurs to me that she may know him and I've just embarrassed myself horribly by swooping in like a knight in shining armour.
"Umm…"
Good one, Edward, she doesn't even know who you are, you idiot! "Oh god, I'm sorry! I didn't even introduce myself. I'm Edward, Emmett's brother."
"I'm Bella." She smiles shyly, offering me her hand to shake. Being the gentleman I am, I take it but bring it to my mouth, kissing the back of her hand. "Ahh yes, beautiful Bella, pleased to meet you." I may have let my lips linger longer than necessary.
"Y—you too."
I need to know this girl. If it happens to lead to some kissing then so be it!
Not ready to let her go yet, I take her hand. "Let's sit down. It looked like you hurt your ankle and we should probably put some ice on it." We're almost passed the bar when I hear someone calling her.
"Bella, I'm so sorry but I have to go. Jasper just called—he's wasted and locked out, so I need to go." It's the girl that was checking me out and fanning herself earlier. I can't tell if she's pissed at or worried about this Jasper person. Then she notices our joined hands.
"Do you want to come with me or will you be okay getting a taxi?"
Sucking in a breath, I anxiously await her answer. This is her opportunity to leave if she's not interested.
But before she can answer, I speak for her. "I'll make sure she gets home. I've been working so I'm not drinking—I'll drive her instead of a taxi." I'm not ready for her to leave yet.
"Bella?" She wants to hear it from Bella.
Bella takes a moment to decide, making me think she's not the sort of girl that would go home with a random guy. After what feels like forever, she nods to her friend. "I'll be fine here. Go make sure your man isn't passed out on your doorstep."
Her friend smirks at her answer. "Okay, Bells." She hugs her and whispers something in Bella's ear, which I have no chance of hearing. With a wink, she turns and leaves us. Alone.
With her friend barely out of sight, I walk Bella in the direction of my office. We don't speak, but it's not uncomfortable. My mind's racing and I'm pretty sure hers is as well. I keep thinking she doesn't seem like the kind of girl who has random hook-ups, and this makes me a bit more confident. She must see something in me that she likes, especially since her friend gave her an obvious "out" and she decided to stay—with me. This beautiful girl likes me.
Still, I'm nervous as hell. Her voice suddenly cuts through my thoughts. "Where are we going? I thought we were gonna sit down?"
Of course, she thinks I meant at the bar and not my office. "We are, beautiful. But I want you all to myself, so we're going to my office where we won't be disturbed." I wink at her before turning back towards my office.
I unlock the door and gesture for her to enter first. She blushes and walks in, slowly looking around the office. I follow her and kick the door closed behind me, turning only to lock it behind me.
I thought I could wait for a kiss, but I really can't.
I reach for Bella and spin her so she's backed against the door. "God you're so beautiful, Bella. May I kiss you?" I'm rougher than I intended and my voice is husky with want, but I can't help it. The want—the need to kiss her was unbearable. When she doesn't reply, I know I've crossed a line. But she surprises me, kissing me first.
Soft, tender lips touch mine, testing me. Satisfied with my reaction, she becomes more confident, her lips now firm against mine. Moving my body against hers, I grind into her, pressing her against the door. I know I need to go slow, yet all I keep thinking about is taking her on my desk. Now!
Her body feels so perfect against mine. I want to be inside her. Taking her bottom lip between mine, I tug softly. Bella moans and I need more!
Slowly, I run my tongue against her lips begging for entrance, revelling in the fact that she grants it instantly. As our tongues meet, we moan at the feeling. I'm encouraged, so I let my hands roam to the curve of her hips. As my hands explore her body, she grabs a fist full of my hair and tugs it slightly. I can't help the growl that escapes—she's so fucking sexy! My cock hardens further at the thought of Bella liking things slightly rough. And as if God is somehow on my side, Bella wraps her leg around my hip, causing the most beautiful friction right where I want it.
Must. Have. Now!
Without thinking, I grab her other leg, wrapping it around my hip causing her dress to ride higher on her thighs. My thoughts of going slow are gone. She's what I've been waiting for. Going without female companionship, without sex has been worth it. I know now that Bella can't be a one night stand. I need more. But I'll worry about that later. Now I have her in front of me, against my office door, grinding on my erection. Thoughts of our future can definitely wait.
My lips leave hers, breaking our kiss and causing her to groan at the loss. I don't pull away completely, my lips moving down her neck towards her breasts. She seems to approve. My lips reach the top of her dress and without hesitation I push it down, stopping dead when I see she is bare underneath.
Pulling a pebbled nipple into my mouth, my tongue works it while I pinch the other between my fingers. Bella pants and moans, but all too soon she tries to unwrap herself from around me.
God dammit you idiot! You went too far.
"Was I too rough? I'm sorry. It's just…you make me lose control." I shake my head and look down at the floor, disgusted with myself.
It's silent, so I peek at Bella. She shocks the hell out of me by taking my hands, pulling me with her as she walks backwards towards my desk.
My desk? My cock starts leaking in anticipation of being inside her hot, tight pussy. I need her now!
I catch her eyes as she reaches for my shirt, unbuttoning it slowly—too god damn slowly.
This girl is killing me! Teasing is good. I don't mind the teasing, and I love to be the one doing the teasing, but tonight I can't do slow! I move her hands out of the way and practically rip my shirt off. I gesture for her to do the same. "Your turn."
"I don't think so, Mister—time to lose the pants."
She smirks as she kneels down in front of me, face to "face" with my cock. Slowly, ugh again with the slow, she undoes my zipper and pulls my pants down, leaving me in my boxers. When she sees my erection, her eyes widen and she licks her lips. The thought of her lips on my cock is almost too much for me now.
In one quick movement, my boxers are gone. Bella takes my throbbing cock in her hand and licks the tip, causing me to hiss in pleasure. I look down to see her taking me in as far as she can.
Mother of god…so warm…
I need to touch her. I rest my hands on the back of her head, gently guiding her and feeling her soft hair. She works off my reactions, and quickly figures out how I like it. I can't even form words to tell her how good she is. Focused on not cuming too soon, I pull away when she starts fondling my balls. That would end this night too quickly and I have plans.
"As amazing as your mouth is, I won't be cumming there yet." I help her up from her knees and turn so her back is against my chest. "Time to lose the dress." As payback, I tease her by undoing her dress so slowly. I'm only torturing myself. The dress finally falls from her body, pooling at her feet. Bella stands before me in a black thong and heels. Never has simple underwear been so fucking sexy.
She turns, rising to her toes to kiss me softly. "Beautiful." I whisper against her lips.
I gently push her onto the desk so she's sitting. I mirror her earlier position by kneeling—my face directly in front of her wet pussy. The front of her thong is a shade darker, showing me how wet she is—how she wants this as much as I do.
Stroking her legs, I reach her panties and pull them down, leaving her bare for me. I waste no time, pushing one finger into her—then two, realizing just how wet and ready she is for me.
"Mmm…Edward…more…" God, I love hearing her moan my name.
I start working my fingers inside her slowly, listening to her breathy sighs as she unconsciously tells me what she likes. Eager to see her cum on my fingers, I increase my speed. She starts to writhe on my hand and moan my name, and I know she's close. Her breaths quicken and the smell of her arousal surrounds me. I have to taste her.
In the perfect position, I lean forward and replace my fingers with my tongue. I groan at the taste of her…amazing. Her moans of pleasure tell me she's close and likes it when I go faster, so I keep working my tongue against her.
"I…gonna…Edward!" She pants.
I remove my tongue, stand up quickly and crush my lips to hers. Without waiting for permission, I force my tongue into her mouth. Moving my hand down to her clit, I pinch it, sending her over the edge. I kiss her as she comes down from her orgasm.
I have to laugh when I hear her whisper into our kiss. "Mmmm...thank you…"
I'm not even close to being done. "Anytime, beautiful, but we aren't finished. You're naked, wet, and on my desk, so I will be fucking you now."
Leaning back on the desk and spreading her legs, she glances to my hard cock and then back to my eyes. "Well let's go then, gorgeous."
Ugh!
I reach down to the wallet in my trousers and pull out a condom. "You better hold on tight."
We lock eyes, as I roll on the condom and line myself up to her entrance. Holding her hips, I pull her to the edge of the desk. Without warning, I push into her with one deep thrust.
She gasps as I fill her—stretching her. It's been so long for me and she's so tight, I hold myself still for a moment, afraid of cumming too soon. As if she's aware of my predicament, Bella remains still as well, letting me get used the feeling. After a moment, she begins to slowly rock her hips, encouraging me to move with her.
I begin moving with her, meeting her hips as they rise to mine. I look to where we're joined and almost cum at the sight. "Oh…my…god…so fucking hot…"
With a need to go deeper, I place one of her legs over my shoulder. Yesss! We both groan as I hit a new spot.
The tingling in my stomach tells me I'm close but I refuse to cum before she does. I slip my hand between us and rub her clit. "Bella, Baby…cum again…please…I'm so close..." The closer I get, the faster my thrusts—so close that I'm scared she won't cum before me.
"Harder…yes! Faster!" Not wanting to disappoint, I pick up speed. The sounds of our bodies slamming together fill the room. Bella's second orgasm crashes through her, her pussy clenching around my cock. Her moans become screams, so I kiss her to muffle the sound.
It's too much to bear and seconds later my orgasm hits me. "Fuck…"
After my orgasm subsides, I collapse onto Bella and we try to catch our breath. I love the feel of her underneath me.
She's probably uncomfortable in this position, so I stand to retrieve our clothes. I remove the condom, wrap it in a tissue, and place it in the trash. I find her dress by the desk and I help her into it. I gather my clothes and dress as she watches in silence. What now? What about going home? What I really want is to take her home for round two, but I'm not expecting that. What about a drive home? Does she still want one or would she get a cab like she told her friend?
I lead her to the door, trying to figure out what to say. Opening the door, we're met by a dishevelled Rosalie and smug Emmett. Bella looks at her friend who bursts out laughing. "Well, you look how I feel!"
I look down to see Bella turn a lovely shade of pink. "Right back at ya!"
I watch as Rosalie gives Emmett a quick kiss and then turns to Bella. "You ready to go?" Bella nods and walks back into the club…away from me.
Big thanks to my pre-reader Marika for spotting some flaws and huuuuge thanks to my awesome beta Pattinlethr aka Jill who sorts my rubbish grammar and Americanizes the story for me!
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