DISCLAIMER: The characters do not belong to me…they are all the creation of the wonderful Stephenie Meyer.

AUTHOR'S NOTE: The guys plan a weekend camping trip with the girls.

Camping 1 (Slight Lemon)

Bella and I had spent the entire night lying in bed together, talking in soft whispers. I'd let her lead the conversation and she'd jumped from one random topic to another, asking hundreds of seemingly meaningless questions. But I knew better. She always had a purpose for asking her questions. I wasn't sure what information she was trying to gather, but I knew she was doing it in her own way.

As the sun began to slowly rise, I whispered into her ear. "Good morning, Mrs. Cullen." The muscles in her face contracted, letting me know she was smiling. I couldn't help but do the same.

"I've really missed that," Bella whispered back.

"I know," I said, kissing her bare shoulder. "That's why I talked to everyone and cleared out our schedules."

Bella looked up at me, smiling gloriously. "Thank you, Edward. Thanks for not just saying you would fix things, but actually doing things to make it better."

"There is nothing more important than time with you, my beautiful wife," I told her, brushing her silky brown hair away from her neck. "You are my everything, Bella."

I trailed kisses along her neck and jaw, knowing it was one of her favorite things. I wanted today to be all about her favorites. She thought I had just cleared last night's to-do list of homework and practicing with Carlisle, so we could be alone. She had no idea she was in for a surprise.

"Can I interest you in a shower with me?" I asked, dropping my voice and making it seductive for her. I didn't really need to do it, but I knew she liked it.

She giggled and hid her face behind her hair. "Maybe."

I rolled her over, leaning above her. "Only a 'maybe', love?" I asked, flashing my teeth at her.

"You asked if you could interest me, not if I wanted one. Interest and wanting are two different things, dear husband."

"Allow me to peak your interest then," I mumbled against the skin of her neck.

My mouth was right over the point that had helped me to make her mine forever. It had healed with no sign of my teeth, but it was a very sensitive spot for her. I stroked it with my tongue, earning a purr from my lovely wife.

I moved up and nipped her earlobe. "Any interest yet?"

"Not really," she squeaked, her breathing already becoming shallower.

I smiled at her pretending. She was about to call me a cheater again, but I knew it would work and get her in the shower with me.

"I guess I've lost my touch then. I'll just have to shower by myself," I said, getting up and heading into the bathroom. I turned on the shower, letting the water heat up.

"Cheater…damn…always losing," she muttered from the bedroom.

I chuckled to myself as I removed my clothes and stepped under the water. She would be along shortly. I planned to make this the longest, best shower she'd had in awhile. All she had to do was walk her glorious self in here.

I heard the springs on the bed move and smiled at my victory. I leaned forward, closing my eyes and resting my arms on the wall. I pretended to be oblivious to her presence as I heard her clothing leaving her body. Not all of me was good at pretending, though. I turned slightly to keep up the charade.

I heard her take a step toward the shower door. I quickly opened it and pulled her inside, causing her to yelp loudly and then start laughing.

"Hello, wife," I chuckled.

She wrapped her arms around my neck and kissed the corner of my jaw. "Hi. You don't mind me joining you, do you?"

"Hmmm…A beautiful, naked goddess has just entered this tiny space with me, allowing me to hold her close…I would have to say that, yes, I mind very much," I said, giving her a wicked grin.

"And what is it that you mind, exactly?" she asked.

I moved her wet hair away from her face and gazed into the golden eyes I loved so much. "I mind that you are not nearly close enough."

I lifted her up, wrapping her legs around my waist. I kissed her deeply, holding her tightly to me. The hot water falling down upon us warmed our bodies, heightening our senses. I moved my lips to her neck and shoulders, trailing rough kisses back and forth across her smooth skin. Bella moaned and gripped my hair, pushing my lips harder against her skin. I smiled at her eagerness.

She pulled my head back and kissed me, slipping her tongue into my mouth. We were both breathing heavily now, our tongues fighting for control of the kiss. I decided to let her win. It made her press herself against me even more.

"Edward, I love you…I need you," she said in breathy whispers.

I growled at her as I nipped her neck. She had her own things she could say to push my control – she still hadn't realized the full extent of her power over me. I lifted her up and slowly lowered her down onto me. She gasped and pulled my hair, forcing my head to fall back. She pressed her lips to the hollow of my throat and nipped gently.

That type of kiss for vampires…The amount of trust involved in letting your mate near the base of your throat – the easiest place to cause damage…To start the removal of a head…But there would never be a question of trust with Bella. There was no life for us without the other; it only became truer with each passing day.

She let go of my head and moved her own so that she was resting against my shoulder.

"Bella?" I tried to lift her head so I could see her eyes and read her mood, but she refused to budge. I was worried about her. She'd been feeling overwhelmed lately and I hated to think I was adding to that in any way.

"Just give me a second. I'm a little…emotional, I guess you could say."

"Why? What's wrong?" I asked, rubbing little circles against her back and hip. I had a feeling I knew what it was, but I didn't think she was ready to talk to me about it yet.

"Nothing…absolutely nothing."

"Then why are you upset?"

"I'm not. I'm just so happy that I don't know how to express it."

I smiled and kissed the top of her head. "I love you, Isabella."

"I love you, Edward."

I turned us so she was pressed between me and the tile wall. She looked at me through her thick lashes as I leaned down and kissed her gently.

"I love you. I love everything about you. I will love you every single day of forever, my gorgeous, beautiful, happy wife." I knew she'd been having trouble lately keeping her emotions in check, and I was desperate to find a way to help her. It was the other reason for her surprise today.

She giggled against my lips for a brief moment. She put her hands against my cheeks, making the kiss deeper and more passionate. I slowly started moving within her. She shivered with pleasure then found my tongue with hers again.

There was no play-fighting for control this time…It was all slow and sweet caresses, matching the rhythm I had set for us. Her hands moved to my shoulders, gently rubbing back and forth and around my back. Time stopped having any meaning for us. Nothing mattered but the two of us…Two lovers pouring out every feeling we'd ever had for each other.

The slow build up started to take its toll on Bella. She was shivering harder in my arms, gasping for every breath. Her eyes were clenched shut and she was biting at her lip, trying to keep herself quiet. She was still self-conscious about our family hearing her, but that only ever lasted as long as she was thinking straight. She probably only had seconds left for coherent thought. I loved her sounds and always encouraged her to do what she wanted and not hold back. But I also understood her feelings; that was why I'd gotten her the little cabin.

I pressed my lips to hers, forcing her to release her lip, and sealing her sounds. She started climaxing, moaning and screaming my name into my mouth. Her nails dug into my shoulders as she reached her release, her body shaking violently in my arms. I held on tightly to her as I found my own release.

I broke the kiss, letting her get some air to calm herself. She buried her face against my neck and I put my nose in her hair, breathing in her sweet freesia scent.

"How's this for a good morning, love?" I whispered to her, gently rubbing her back.

"Perfect, Edward. Thank you."

"Just trying to be a good husband for you."

"Edward, you are the best husband."

"What? No 'perfect' for me today?"

"I thought I'd give us a break from that particular argument this morning. Unless you rather would have it…" she giggled.

I laughed and kissed her forehead. "No. I'm happy with 'best', my love."

"And I'm just happy," she sighed, resting against my shoulder again.

"I have to put you down now. We really do need to shower. I have a little surprise for you."

She lifted her head, smiling brightly. "Do we get to spend the day together?"

"Yes, but that's not the surprise."

"Don't care!" she said, hugging me tightly around the neck. "I just want to be with you."

"You always have been easy to please," I chuckled, as I set her on her feet. "Would you like me to wash your hair?"

"I would love it!" Her smile confirmed her words.

I spun her around and moved her further under the water. I tilted her head slightly back, smoothing her hair away from her forehead with the water. Then I moved her from under the spray, keeping her close to me. I put her shampoo in my hands and rubbed the soap into her scalp, massaging her head. Soft purrs filled the enclosed space as I continued to massage and lather her hair. Normally, I would have continued this for her for a long while, but we were on a time table. It was the reason I'd gotten her out of bed so early.

I moved her back under the water and washed all of the soap out of her hair. With that done, I quickly kissed her lips and handed her a towel. "Wash up. Alice will have laid out your outfit by now. She wants to do something with your hair, but she said she would allow it to be your choice this morning."

"Wow! This must be a really good surprise if I have a choice! I think I will let her have at my hair. You've done something nice to repay her, right?"

I smiled at the way she was always so concerned for our family. "This surprise is not just for you, love. Our sisters don't know where we're going either. I planned this with Emmett and Jasper."

"You boys are getting a little too good at sneaking around Alice. You better not use it for anything we wouldn't approve of," Bella warned.

"I told Alice beforehand that we would be blocking her," I explained.

"Okay then!" she chirped before turning around.

I shook my head at her then started getting my own self showered. I loved showers with Bella. The only part that killed me was having to keep my hands to myself to make sure we eventually got out. She was just so damn enticing! But I would have plenty of chances to be with her over the next few days. We had the day off from school and we were starting the weekend early. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with no work or responsibilities…Just my wife and our siblings.

Bella finished her shower, giving me a quick kiss on her way out. I had no idea what kind of outfit Alice had picked for her today, but I was excited to find out. I'd told my sister to find something to go over Bella's bikini, but to make sure it didn't cover too much of her. I was as enthralled with Bella's sparkling skin as she had always been with mine, and I enjoyed getting to see her sparkle.

I got out of the shower and dried off at vampire speed. I ran into the closet and found my swim trunks. I decided to wear the black ones I had so I could pair it with that tank top I knew drove Bella crazy. More of her favorites…I shook my head, marveling at how lucky I was to not only have such a beautiful angel loving me, but to have her with me for eternity.

'Anytime you want to calm down your emotions this morning, would be great!' Jasper. His sarcasm was evident even in his thoughts.

'Jeep's packed! Just need our three hot wives to get out here.' Emmett

I laughed as I sat on the bed. I got my socks and sneakers on and checked the room, making sure I wasn't forgetting anything important. I left our room, moving, once again, at vampire speed. I had one more thing to do and I didn't want Emmett getting impatient.

I found her outside, working at the corner of the house, putting in some new flowers. "Esme."

"Edward!" she beamed, standing up. "Are your brothers and you excited?"

"Very. Thank you for suggesting this."

She moved forward, taking off her gloves. She put her hands on my cheeks. "I am your mother. You don't need to thank me, but I appreciate it very much."

I leaned in and kissed her cheek. "You are the best mother, Esme."

She sobbed and yanked me into a hug. "I will always, always owe Bella for bringing out this side of you, my son."

"Aw, mom!" I sighed, rolling my eyes.

She pulled back and I flashed my teeth at her, grinning. "You sounded just like Emmett," she chided, slapping my arm with her glove. She smiled again, though. "Have a wonderful time. Try to keep Emmett from getting into trouble."

"I wouldn't worry about Emmett. He's still trying to get Rose to let him change his major."

"Maybe I should look into some sort of program for him. He does bet a bit too much."

"He's fine, Esme," I laughed. "He's just Emmett."

"I can hear you!" Emmett yelled from somewhere in the front of the house.

"We know!" Esme and I laughed together.

"Go have fun. Make my daughter happy," she whispered, giving me one more hug.

I couldn't help the goofy grin that covered my face. "I plan to!" I took off running, anxious to see Bella again.

She came walking out of the house with our sisters as I came around the corner of the house. Alice had somehow managed to make us match without even knowing what I would wear. Bella was in a black tank top with the word 'hottie' in sparkling silver script. She had on a pair of black jean shorts that showed off her legs in sinful ways. Her hair was straight, but curled at the bottom. Rose had put just a little blush on Bella's cheeks. My wife was as stunning as always. I scooped her off the porch, spinning her around. She started laughing as she quickly wrapped her arms around my neck.

"You look absolutely edible, my love," I whispered.

"You're evil to be wearing that tank top," she giggled. "But I forgive you."

"Edward, put her down before you wrinkle her shirt," Alice ordered.

I laughed, but set Bella down on her feet. "Thank you, Alice and Rose. You have once again made it impossibly hard for me to leave my wife alone."

"You're such a perv, now," Rose chuckled, pushing on my shoulder.

"He's still a stiff compared to us, Rosie," Emmett said, pulling her into his arms.

"Everyone is a stiff compared to you," Jasper laughed, hugging Alice tightly.

"Edward, have we earned any clues for our work?" Alice asked, pointing at my beautiful wife.

"Just one –" I paused to torture my pixie sister, "–we're going camping."

"OH! We haven't done that with Bella yet!" Alice cried, jumping up and down. "This will be so much fun! Where are we going?"

"Nope," I chuckled. "One clue. That was the deal."

"What's the occasion?" Rose asked.

"We have been remiss in our duties as good husbands. We've all gotten too busy with side projects and school, sacrificing our time with our significant others. We're correcting that, starting with a little vacation," I explained.

"I love it when you three decide to treat us!" Alice squealed. "This is so worth the annoyance of being blocked!"

"Let's get going!" Bella said, pulling me toward the Jeep.

I jumped up and got in, then turned, and pulled Bella in behind me. I sat down, placing her on my lap, and wrapped my arms tightly around her. Emmett got in the passenger seat, letting Rose drive for once. My sister was nearly as giggly as Alice as she slid behind the wheel. Jasper and Alice got in the back with Bella and me. They were staring at each other, having one of their moments. I heard Bella let out a soft 'aw' at the sight of them. I chuckled and rested my head against hers.

Three days with my wife and siblings, just having fun and being carefree. This was going to be an excellent trip!