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Sorry, I lost track of the date. The second epi should be posted sometime this week when I get it from my beta. I gave it to her way late so that is my fault.

EPOV

I was pacing my room for the past hour, going over and over what I was going to ask Charlie.

Bella and I have been together for six years now. We are both finished with school and both of us doctors.

I told her from the very beginning that I would never stand in her way of any of the goals she had set. Our major goal is accomplished and nothing is standing in our way anymore.

My dad started his own practice here in Plymouth and asked for Bella and me to join him. Bella is an obstetrician/gynecologist, so that opened a whole new door for the practice, but also gave Bella all of her own patients. She's very excited about that. We were both happy to be able to stay close to our families.

With both of us at our respective schools and doing our residency away from home, we have never lived with each other, but I wanted to change that. And hopefully fast.

Bella was out having lunch with Rose and Alice, and I was set to meet with Charlie at his house in thirty minutes.

My phone rings and I see that it's Emmett.

"You ready, man?" he asked.

Emmett was the only one who knew I was going to ask Bella to marry me. I knew that if I told Alice or Rose they would tell her. If I told my mother she would make it most obvious something was up when Bella was around. I probably could have told my dad, but I wanted to surprise him. He has been asking me for the past three years when I was going to propose, but I told him that I wanted to finish school and then never have to be without Bella again. He understood but it still didn't stop him from constantly asking. Emmett was the only person I could tell, but I had to make sure I didn't tell him too far in advance because Rose would know he was keeping a secret. All it took was as creepy glare from Rose that could make someone spill their lives to her. I told Emmett three days ago and he was happy for me. I'm so thankful that my family completely adores Bella.

"Edward, are you there?" he called out. "You will be fine."

"Yeah, Em, just nervous that Charlie is going to shoot me down."

"Nah, Charlie loves you. Get over there and get your blessings," Emmett encouraged.

"Alright. I'll call you later. Well, probably not until Sunday since I'm taking her to Chicago to ask."

"Awww… how romantic. Pussy!" he teased and laughed.

"Shut it, Emmett! Not all guys are pigs like you and ask a girl to marry him while getting it on," I shot back at him.

"Hey, she said yes didn't she? We have been married for five years and she still says that was the most memorable night of her life."

"Anyway, I got to go. Talk to you later." I hung up and was on my way to Charlie's.

Charlie's cruiser was parked in the drive and I walked up to the door, sweating bullets. I wasn't even this nervous during my residency interviews. I wiped the back of my hand on my forehead and then knocked on the door.

"Edward, you could have come in," Charlie said as he answered the door and shook my hand.

"How you doing, Charlie?"

"Same ole', same ole'," he said and we went to sit in the living room. "What do you want to talk to me about?"

Bella is just like her father; cut to the chase, but I love it.

"Well, I love Bella beyond belief. I want nothing but the best for her, Charlie. I'm ready to start a life with her and I want to ask for your blessing." I got everything out without stumbling so I already considered this a success.

"Hmph. I have been dreading this conversation since the day my baby girl was born." He shook his head and looked me straight in the eye. "What took you so long to be ready for a life with her?

"Like I said, I want nothing but the best for her. I wanted to make sure we both finished school and we both had a career that we love. I wanted to make sure I had the means to provide for her and give her anything she wants. I would have loved to ask her years ago but that would have meant we'd live apart with school in all, and would have had to rely on my parents or you to help us out. I'm a proud man, and couldn't have asked that of you guys," I confessed.

"Edward, that is my baby girl," he paused, seeming to be choked up. "But I couldn't have asked for a better man for her. Believe it or not, I wish you would have asked me sooner. She is so happy with you and when you ask her, I can't imagine how much happier she's going to be for the rest of her life. You have my blessing, son," Charlie said and stood in front of me, pulling me up and gave me a manly hug.

"Thank you, Charlie," I said, patting his back and then took a step back. He sat back down with a smile a mile wide.

"Edward, I know she is going to want to save for a while because she's not going to want to ask me to pay for the wedding…"

"Charlie, I will take care of everything, don't worry," I interrupted.

"Edward, I am going to ask you to listen," he waited for a nod and then continued. "Now, I'm sure that Bella never talks about her mother. When we found out Renee was pregnant, she and I took out a very large insurance policy. When Renee found out we were having a girl, she opened an account to save for our daughter's wedding. I thought it was absurd. Renee said that her baby girl was going to have a fairy tale wedding. Well, she didn't have much time to save. So, when Renee passed and I got the insurance money, I took half of it and put it into that account. The rest I invested. Bella's schooling is all paid for with the invested money and there is still a huge sum left that I've put into her 'Wedding account.' Bella knows nothing of this. I want you to tell her and that there is no cost factor for her dream wedding. I assure you that she will get whatever she wants. Just send the bill to me. Actually, just hold on a second." Charlie got up, went to his room, and came back down handing me a check book.

"Edward, I took the liberty to put your name on that account three years ago because I knew you were it for Bella. I hope you don't mind." Charlie looked a little smug. "Anyway, if Bella sees something that she needs and it can't be billed to me, write a check or use the debit card there. I know times have changed and most places don't accept checks anymore. Please, just give her everything."

"Wow, Charlie. Thank you. What am I suppose to do with all the money I saved for a wedding?"

"I don't know, son. I am sure you will figure it out."

"Charlie, I think that I have the perfect solution. Will you help me out?"

"Absolutely."

Charlie and I sat, discussing things, waiting for Bella to get home.

"Edward, when do you plan on asking her?"

"Well, I was hoping to take her to Chicago tonight and ask her, if that is okay with you." I was suddenly nervous again.

"That's great. Can I see the ring?"

"Sure." I pulled the box from my jacket pocket and handed it to Charlie. He opened it and shook his head.

"You do know what she is going to say about this ring, right? I quote: 'Edward, it's beautiful, but it's too much, we can get something smaller.'" We laughed because he is probably right.

"Do you want to bet on that Charlie? Because I think that she is going to say, I quote: 'Edward, its perfect. Thank you!'"

"Fine, what's the wager?" Charlie asked.

"If you win, I'll buy you that fishing tracker you have been wanting. If I win, you have to go golfing with my dad, brother, and I." We weren't necessarily good at playing golf. We really just liked to drink the booze on the course and drive around on the golf carts. Charlie hated golf, so I knew that it was a good wager.

"Deal," he said and we shook hands. Just then Bella walked in.

"What are you guys dealing on?" She asked, giving her dad a kiss on the cheek, and coming to sit with me on the couch.

"Oh, nothing," Charlie said and I just nodded.

I turned to Bella and took her hand.

"Bella, I was wondering since we have a free weekend, that we could maybe go to Chicago? John is going to be at Buddy's tonight."

"Really? When are we leaving?" I saw the sparkle in her eyes at the mention of John. I swear she would leave me for him.

"Now. I figured two hours to get there, go to the house to drop our stuff, and then a little time to freshen up before going to the bar."

"Alright. Let me go pack real quick," she said, giving my hand a squeeze.

We never kissed in front of Charlie; we thought it was out of respect for him. My parents on the other hand, were an entirely different story. Don't get me wrong, we respect them very much, but it is just different.

She came back down with her small overnight bag and a huge smile. Something was up with her.

We said bye to Charlie and got into my car to make the two hour drive to Chicago. Bella put on her iTouch, letting it shuffle through her music. We held hands and stole glances at each other the whole way.

"So, are you going to tell me why you can't keep that smile off your face?" I asked.

"Nope," she replied and giggled.

"Bella, that it isn't fair. I'm taking you to see John tonight. The least you could do it tell what you are smirking about," I said and gave her a pout.

"Edward! That isn't playing fair. You know I can hardly ever resist the pout," she laughed and poked my side.

"Well, then tell me."

"You have to promise to act surprised when the news is actually told to you." She gave me a stern look and I nodded my agreement. "You're going to be an uncle! Rose is pregnant! Can you believe it? You know they have been trying for years and it wasn't happening for them. I'm so excited!"

"Whoa, what?" She spoke so fast all I heard was "uncle."

"Rose is pregnant and just found out she is in the clear to tell everyone. Well, first she has to tell Emmett. You are going to be an uncle, Edward!" Bella smiled brightly and clapped her hands. She definitely hung out with Alice today.

"That's great, but I had no idea that they were even trying. My brother never mentioned anything."

"They have been having a rough time, so I'm sure he felt it was probably his fault. Everything is fine in both Rose and your brother's downstairs department though. I guess Rose's body just wasn't ready to have a baby."

"I'm gonna be an uncle." I chuckled.

We finally pulled into the driveway and I grabbed our things, heading inside. Bella showered first and then I got in. We knew that if we showered together we wouldn't make it to the bar. We had to make it to bar though.

Bella wore a dark blue sundress as it was a fairly warm May evening and I pulled on khaki's and a green button-down. I made sure I had the ring in my pocket and my iTouch; I made a special playlist that hinted to the fact I was going to propose. We made our way back into the car and towards the bar.

(You and Me by Lifehouse)

I held Bella's hand as she sung to the song.

(I Gotta Be by Jagged Edge)

We were driving along the lake and Bella put her window down, taking in the lake air.

(Proposal by Wayne Wonder)

Traffic was a little heavy and with the window down, Bella didn't hear a majority of the song. She kept her attention diverted to what was happening outside.

(You're My Best Friend by Queen)

She put her window up and glanced at me then started singing along.

(Lost Without You by Robin Thicke)

"Oh, this is a sexy song. Is someone looking to get laid tonight?" she joked. I knew I'd be getting laid tonight.

"That's the plan," I said and winked.

We parked in the hotel parking garage because I knew that after the show I wouldn't want to walk an entire block to the car. I wanted to be out of there as soon as possible to get her home and naked.

The show was sold out as usual and the bar was packed, but lucky for me I had special arrangements and got through the line with no wait. We had a few glares from the other people outside but I didn't care.

We ate, had a few drinks, and as the lights began to dim, my nerves went through the roof and I could feel sweat pour down my face.

"You okay, Edward?" Bella asked and grabbed a napkin to dab my forehead.

"Yeah, I guess I should just slow down on the drinking." I leaned over and placed a small kiss on her lips.

Buddy came out first, playing a few songs and then John joined him. John performed a few of his hits and then the time came.

John began to croon "City Love." Bella slightly swayed with the music and sang all the verses until John began to slow the song down…

"He had a city love and found it in Bella

And I swear someone is going to propose…"

The band quieted and John was softly playing his guitar as a spot light hit right by our table. I was already on one knee with the ring box propped open. Bella turned her head to look across the table at me but noticed I wasn't there. I grabbed her hand and she gasped, covering her mouth with her hand. Tears were already falling from her eyes.

"Isabella Marie Swan, will you marry me?" I kept it simple. She knew without a doubt how much I loved her and didn't need me to confess my love to her in front of all these strangers.

She flew into my arms and laughed. "Yes! Yes, Edward!"

I pulled her back, so I could slip the ring on her finger, and then kiss her. The crowd clapped and cheered, and then John said his congratulations to us and finished out the song.

"You ready to get out of here?" I whispered in her ear before we sat back down.

She looked at me like I was out of my mind. "Uh, John's not done."

Ouch. Propose to the girl and still second best to John. I had to laugh and then kiss her.

We stayed until the show was over. I got the guard to let us out the back exit, so Bella and I wouldn't have to work our way through all the people.

Bella kept looking at the ring on her finger and would giggle every time and then stop walking so she could give me a kiss. She was over the moon.

"Edward, it's perfect. I love it so much," she sighed once we got back in the car and gave me a kiss before I got on the road.

"Yes! I should call your Dad right now, but I'll wait to tell him when we get back," I said, happy I won the bet we placed. Bella is a simple girl but I knew how bad she wanted a ring on her finger, the bigger the better. "Are you going to call Alice or Rose?"

"No. Why would you call my dad right now?"

"Oh, because he thought you would say something about wanting a smaller ring. I know better than that though. I know my girl." I grinned and brought her hand to my lips, kissing her ring.

Thank you for reading. I will be posting out-takes/future-takes sooner or later. The list in which they will be posted will be put at the bottom of Epi: Part 2. If there is something you would like to read, send me a message and I will see what I can do. -booty492