AN: Hey all. I know… I seriously suck for making you wait so long for an update. I don't really have a good excuse except for writer's block. I think I've determined I don't like writing angsty stuff – so, I'm going to blame that. Oh, and I decided to write in the third person from now on, hopefully you all don't mind.

I have HUGE thanks to some ladies who've made this return to SCNLSG so much easier.

*Twilightsonefan Pattinson – who is my ROCK and encouragement. She also helped me write the delicious lemonade at the end. She picks me up when I'm down and is always right there when I need her. Love ya!

* Billie Cullen, Pixiekat7 and BlackHale82 for being great pre-readers, and offering their beta skills. You ladies are amazing and THANK YOU!

Okay, on with the story. I hope it doesn't fall short and you all enjoy it.

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p.s. I don't own Twilight… I just like playing with it.

Previously…

Edward's face was buried in my hair. "I'm going to miss you so much," he rasped.

I pulled back and with my hands pried his face from my hair. His eyes were rimmed with red and a few stray tears ran down his cheeks. It was my turn to console. I kissed his tears away. "I love you so much, Edward. So very much."

"I love you too. Please come home to me," he pleaded.

"As soon as I can. I promise." I kissed him with all of the passion I could muster, gave him one last tight squeeze, and walked to the car.

I looked back at Edward before I got in; he was still standing in the same spot, his face so sad it broke my heart. I mouthed I Love You and I got into the car. As Carlisle pulled away, I continued to watch Edward until he was out of sight.

Second Chances Never Looked So Good ~ Chapter 7

Edward stood and watched his father's car get smaller and smaller as Bella and his parents left the hospital parking structure. Bella's leaving was turning out to be one of the hardest things Edward had ever experienced. In a short span of time she'd made her way into his heart. His mind knew going back to Forks was the right thing for her, but his heart and soul seemed to be arguing. He was already aching for her to come back home, to him.

Even when the car was completely out of sight, Edward remained rooted in the same spot. His feet didn't want to co-operate. He ran a hand through his hair and cursed under his breath as he finally turned and made his way back into the hospital. Lizzy had to be his main focus right now, she needed him.

Edward stopped at the hospital gift shop to grab a bottle of water and a bag of M&M's - Lizzy's favorite treat. Walking in he grabbed what he needed and as he headed towards the register he caught sight of a large balloon that had him laughing out loud. It was a gigantic Band Aid that read: Boo Boo Be Gone. He grabbed that too, paid, and headed back to Lizzy.

E&B*~*~*~*~*~*E&B

The drive home for Bella was excruciatingly slow. She sat slumped in the backseat of Carlisle's car. Her face pressed to the window with tears streaming down her cheeks. She eventually cried herself to sleep. At some point Carlisle must have pulled over because she woke up with her head in Esme's lap, her fingers lightly caressing Bella's scalp.

Turning slightly, Bella looked up at Esme. "How are you feeling, dear?" Esme asked.

Bella slowly gathered her thoughts. How am I feeling? Edward… The tears started again.

"Oh, dear, it'll be all right. You two will see each other again. You and my Edward are meant to be. I believe that. You need to have faith."

Bella sniffled and nodded her head. She knew Esme was right – she and Edward would be together again, but first she needed to get herself together and deal with things.

A short time later Carlisle pulled into Bella's driveway. She gave each of them a tight hug and promised to be in touch before making her way into the townhouse.

After setting her bag on the kitchen table she sank into a chair. It was too quiet she realized. The last time she was home was with Edward. The house had been filled with laughter, love, and joy.

Deciding to call Alice for a little girl talk, she grabbed her handbag and dug out her cell phone - one new text.

I miss you so much, Beautiful. Call me when you get to Forks. I love you. ~ E

Bella sighed as she dialed Alice's number and waited for her to answer.

"Bells, are you okay? Are you home?" she asked.

Bella sniffled. "Yeah, I'm okay and yes I'm home. Are you busy? Can I steal you away from Jasper for a little while? I'm not sure I can handle being alone right now."

"As long as you don't mind me already being in my pajamas, I'll be there in ten."

"Like I'd care, it gives me a good excuse to put mine on. I'll start some coffee… and Alice?"

"Yeah."

"Thanks," Bella said before ending the call.

E&B*~*~*~*~*~*E&B

Edward had been pacing Lizzy's room most of the afternoon. Lauren had gotten called into work so the atmosphere was peaceful. Lizzy was taking a nap as the nurse had given her another round of pain meds. The doctor had been in and was still pleased with Lizzy's progress; she'd be going home in the morning. Her cast would have to remain on for at least six weeks, after which she'd have a follow up appointment to see if she'd require any additional treatment.

Edward glanced at his sleeping child. Her auburn ringlets were shining in the sunlight that filtered through the window shades. Her face was peaceful and relaxed. Edward could tell she was dreaming as her lips were moving and he could hear her talking faintly. She'd always talked in her sleep, even as a baby she'd babble nonsensically.

Edward felt his phone vibrate in his back pocket. He quickly pulled it out and smiled when he saw it was Bella. "Baby," Edward sighed.

"Hi," Bella said sadly. "I made it to Forks. Your parents just dropped me off."

"I miss you."

Bella sighed. "I miss you too… so much. Are you still at the hospital?"

"Yeah, Lizzy for sure gets to come home tomorrow."

"That's great, Edward. Are you taking her or is Lauren?"

Edward gingerly sat on the edge of Lizzy's bed as he smoothed back the hair from her face. "She's coming home with me. I don't think I'd be able to handle it if it was Lauren's week. I need her with me."

"And you said I had a beautiful soul."

"You do, baby."

"Well, so do you. I love how devoted you are to your daughter. Now that I've had a chance to meet her and spend time with her I can see how easy she is to love."

"She kept asking about you after you left."

Bella's eyes burned with tears as she tried to fight them from spilling. "Really?"

"She loves you, she told me so. She kept asking when you'd be back."

The tears finally won and she broke into sobs. This was a lot harder than she originally thought it'd be.

"Bella, baby, please don't cry. I'm sorry."

Bella's door bell rang. Wiping tears away she shuffled towards the door. "It's okay, Edward. I miss you both so much already. I've only been gone a few hours." Bella reached the door and opened it to find Alice standing on the other side, her face instantly crumpled when she saw Bella's tear streaked face.

"Bella are you okay?" she asked.

Bella nodded and waved Alice to come inside. "Hi, Alice."

"Bella," Edward said into the phone. "Do you want to call me back later?"

"No, Edward, I'd rather be with you later. Why did I come home again?" Bella asked as she and Alice made their way into the living room.

"You went home to get things straightened out and to make sure this is what you want - you moving here with me, I mean. It's what I want and I know Lizzy would be thrilled to have you around. But, baby, I need you to feel confident this is the best thing for you. Don't think about me or Lizzy… think about what you want. Okay?"

"Okay, I love you, Edward. I'll call you later."

"I love you too, Beautiful."

After hanging up Bella glanced at Alice. "Nice pj's."

Alice looked down and smiled at her Pink sweats and hoodie from Victoria Secret. "Thanks. So, why aren't you in yours yet?"

Bella sighed. "I got sidetracked talking with Edward, do you mind if I go up and change?"

"Not at all… I'll go make us some drinks and a snack, and meet you back here."

Bella nodded before heading up the stairs to her room. She stopped in the doorway and had to choke back a sob as she saw one of Edward's shirts lying on her window seat.

Shuffling over she grabbed his shirt and buried her face in it, inhaling and memorizing his scent, she sank onto the seat. She didn't know how long she'd been in her room until she felt a small hand gently rub her knee. Startled she looked up to see Alice squatting in front of her, concern lacing her features.

"I was getting worried when you didn't come back," Alice said softly.

"I'm sorry."

"It's okay. Why don't you change and we'll make ourselves comfy in your bed?"

Bella nodded. "I swear I'll get dressed this time."

After successfully changing into a pair of yoga pants and Edward's shirt they both snuggled under Bella's comforter.

"Do you want to talk about your weekend?" Alice asked softly.

Had it really only been a weekend? It felt like a month had passed since Thanksgiving – when in fact it'd only been four days. Bella nodded slightly and began telling Alice how Edward had shown up at her work to surprise her on Tuesday and their impromptu make out session on her kitchen counter when she'd invited him over for dinner that same night.

"Is he a good kisser?" Alice interrupted.

Bella blushed. "You have no idea… I had no idea a kiss could feel like that. My whole body felt like lava. It took everything in me not to rip his clothes off."

"That's how I feel with Jasper. What that man does to me… just one look from him and I'm on the brink of orgasm." Alice smirked as she started to fan herself.

"We are two lucky bitches." Bella laughed.

"That we are. So what happened then?"

"We had dinner and watched a movie. I fell asleep at one point and woke up sprawled on top of him. When I woke up he asked me to be his girlfriend."

"Aww…"

"It was really sweet and of course, I said yes… I'd be a fucking idiot to say no to that man. I invited him to spend the night." Bella stopped when Alice wiggled her eyebrows suggestively.

"Stop that. We didn't have sex. We haven't had sex yet… neither of us felt ready for it."

Alice stared at her unconvinced. "What do you mean you haven't had sex yet?"

"It's exactly how it sounds. Although, trust me it's not due to lack of wanting to. We had a pretty steamy make out session this morning, but we're interrupted by his mom."

Alice giggled. "Yeah, that'd put a damper on things. So, when you were on the phone with Edward earlier did I hear you exchange the 'L' word?"

Bella nodded sheepishly. "Yeah, you heard correctly. Umm… that's what I wanted to talk to you about Alice."

"What?"

Bella bit her bottom lip as she mulled over what she wanted to say. "Umm… Edward has asked me to move to Portland."

Alice sat up straight and stared down at Bella. "Move to Portland. Where would you live? Where would you work?"

"Alice," Bella said sternly, "calm down."

Alice shrugged her shoulders as she huffed out a breath. "Sorry, but when my best friend comes back from a weekend with her boyfriend, crying and saying he wants her to move… not only to another town but another state, I start to get a little worried."

"I'm sorry to spring this on you. I guess I didn't think about it that way. Edward wants me to move in with him… and Lizzy. He wants us to be together and for me to be able to fulfill my dream of going to culinary school."

"Oh, well that doesn't sound too bad," Alice said after a moment's thought.

"Huh?"

"It's kinda sweet actually. He wants to make you happy, Bella."

"He does make me happy. I'm only crying because I miss him so much. I've fallen head over heels for that man and his daughter, Ali. It scares the hell out of me, him wanting me to move and all. I've always been so independent and done things my own way and in my own time, you know? I'm just so confused. I want to be with him, more than anything, but I'd be giving up so much of my independence by moving."

"Seriously, Bella, please tell me you honestly don't believe that by being with Edward you'd lose your independence. Now, granted I haven't seen him since the 12th grade, but he doesn't seem like the overbearing, controlling type."

Bella suddenly felt ashamed for what she'd just said. "You're right, he's not."

Alice placed a hand on Bella's arm. "How about you just take the next week, or two or three, or however long it takes to make this decision. I'd hope Edward doesn't want you to move tomorrow."

Bella laughed. "Oh he'd love it if I did, but no he doesn't."

E&B*~*~*~*~*~*E&B

Edward was tired of the hospital. He was tired of the constant interruptions of the nurses and the doctors coming in and out of the room. Thankfully, Lizzy didn't notice and slept through most of it. He stretched out on her hospital bed and snuggled his daughter close to his side.

"I love you, Lizzy-Bear. Daddy loves you so much," he said quietly as Lizzy continued to slumber.

Edward tried to sleep, but his mind wouldn't calm down - his thoughts focusing on Bella. He'd gotten a call from his parents after they'd arrived home and through pure determination on Edward's side he'd gotten his mom to tell him how Bella was during the drive back to Forks. His heart nearly broke when Esme told him how upset Bella had been. However, he felt comfort knowing his parents were close by in case she needed anything.

Esme reminded him to have faith and that all would work out in the end. Also, that he needed to trust Bella, this was a big decision to make, she needed to work through it and make it on her own.

E&B*~*~*~*~*~*E&B

The week after Thanksgiving passed slowly for both Bella and Edward. They'd made plans for Bella to drive down to Portland the following weekend so they could see each other. Both tried to keep themselves as busy as possible; however, the anticipation of seeing each other dragged out the days. They exchanged texts, emails and phone calls throughout the days and nights they were apart.

Bella was hard at work, trying to catch up on the shipments missed due to the water line break the day before Thanksgiving.

Mac could tell something was off with Bella. While she always had a smile on her face he could see it didn't reach her eyes.

Mac knocked on Bella's office door. "Hey… are you doing okay?" Mac asked.

Bella, who'd been a space cadet all day, was startled by Mac. She clutched her hand to her heart as she glanced up at him. "Jesus, Mac, you scared the hell out of me!"

Mac sank into the chair opposite Bella's desk. "Sorry, you just seem out of it this week. Is everything okay?"

Bella was touched by his concern. "Yeah, I'm fine. I'm just trying to figure out what I want out of my life. A lot happened over Thanksgiving… it's given me a lot to think about."

"Does this have anything to do with the guy who showed up here last week?"

"Yeah, it does." Bella blushed as she toyed with her cell phone.

"It's good to see you so happy about someone. I can only give you one piece of advice."

"Oh yeah, what's that?"

"Follow your heart. When I met my wife my whole world turned upside down. I almost lost her too, I was so set in my own bachelor ways that I didn't really let her in. I learned quickly my life was crap without her. So, I bit the proverbial bullet and followed my heart."

"Aww, you are such a softy, Mac. Thank you," Bella said sincerely.

E&B*~*~*~*~*~*E&B

"Lizzy-Bear, what are you doing?" Edward asked as he watched Lizzy swing her casted arm out in a circle and knocking over a picture frame in the process.

"I sirlin'." Lizzy giggled.

"I can see that, but why?"

Lizzy stopped twirling and looked at Edward. "It fun?"

Edward chuckled as he crouched in front of her. "How about we go outside so you can twirl, that way you don't hit your arm on anything else, okay?"

"Otay," she yelled as she raced towards the back door.

A short time later Edward left Lizzy in the care of the nanny, Estella, so he could head back to the barn. Two new horses had come in while he'd been out of town and dealing with Lizzy's hospital stay.

"Hey, Joe, how are our new residents settling in?" Edward asked as he strolled into the barn.

Joe looked up from the horse he was grooming. "Well, Eclipse, is settling in right fine. However, New Moon over there is still trying to kick his stall door down.

Edward made his way over to New Moon's stall, he frowned when he saw the horse's nostrils were flaring and his ears pinned back. "Hey, buddy," Edward said quietly as he assessed the horse. "It looks like you've had a rough time."

New Moon had been brought to Edward by the Oregon Humane Society. He'd been rescued a few weeks prior from a rundown excuse of a farm about 40 miles south of Edward's ranch.

Edward turned back to Joe. "Have you taken him out to the coral yet?"

Joe huffed out a laugh. "Are you kidding? It took me and three other guys an hour to get that damn horse unloaded and into his stall yesterday."

"Joe," Edward said sternly. "You know I don't like any horse being cooped up in a stall 24/7. Go round up a couple men to help you, and get him outside… this poor thing needs some breathing room."

Joe nodded before heading to the bunkhouse to gather a few workers. Edward turned back to New Moon and continued to watch him. The Humane Society hadn't been specific on if the horse was just malnourished or if he'd been neglected as well. "It's going to be okay, buddy. You're going to have to trust me." The horse nickered at him as if to say 'Yeah right.'

Edward smiled when he heard Lizzy's laugh carry through the barn. He leaned against the barn door as he watched Lizzy play with Estella. Life was almost perfect… his daughter was happy, healthy and healing at an amazing rate. He had a wonderful job he loved and had passion for. His only wish was that Bella was here, on the ranch, only then would his life be complete.

Edward pulled his cell phone out and shot a quick twenty second video of Lizzy twirling in the yard and sent it to Bella with a simple message of I love you.

E&B*~*~*~*~*~*E&B

It was Thursday night and Bella was exhausted from the week's worth of work and was in desperate need of hearing Edward's voice. Even more desperate to feel the touch of his fingers running along her skin, his breath ghosting across her neck and his arms snuggly wrapped around her body.

Bella sighed as she started up her truck to head home. Singing along to The Good Life by Three Days Grace she felt her phone vibrate against her leg. Bella glanced down and smiled when she was it was Esme.

She quickly activated her hands free set before she answered. "Hey, Esme, how are you?"

"I'm good, dear. Are you doing anything tonight?"

"Not that I know of, why, did you have something in mind?"

"Well, Carlisle has to work and I made entirely too much lasagna. I was hoping you'd come over to help me eat it," she asked hopefully.

Bella laughed. "It's a good thing I like lasagna and you, Esme; otherwise I'd have to say no. What time?"

"Whenever you get off work."

"Oh good, so now works? I'm hungry."

"Now works just fine, dear, do you remember how to get here?" Esme asked.

Bella racked her brain before she remembered. "Yeah, I think I've got a good idea. I'll see you in about ten minutes or so. Is there anything I can bring?"

"Only yourself, I look forward to seeing you."

Bella was a bit excited, but nervous as she made her way to Esme's. She'd barely pulled into the driveway when Esme was waiting with the front door wide open. The two women exchanged a hug before Esme lead Bella to the kitchen.

"Oh, Esme, it smells wonderful," Bella said as she dug her fork into her first bite.

"Thank you. It's a secret family recipe passed down from my great grandmother from Italy. Everything is homemade – including the pasta. I'll give it to you if you'd like."

Bella groaned as she savored the flavors exploding in her mouth - tomato, parsley, oregano, garlic - it was heavenly. "Wait, did you say you'd give it to me?" Bella asked stunned.

Esme smiled. "Yes, dear, that's exactly what I said."

"But… but it's a secret family recipe. I'm not family, Esme."

Esme set her fork down as she studied Bella's face. She reached a hand out and placed it gently on Bella's arm. "Maybe not officially, but you will be."

Bella tried to fight back tears. "How do you know that?"

"Because you and my Edward are meant to be. Bella, he's been in love with you since high school. He'll probably want to tape my mouth shut if he found out I'm tell you this. He was so crushed when you went to prom with someone else. He thought he was being sneaky around me, not letting me know he had his sights on a certain young lady. But every single day he'd tell me something about you. Bella said this or Bella said that. It was adorable. Sweetie, he named his ranch after you. That right there has to tell you something."

Bella smiled slightly. "I think I've been in love with him this whole time too. I had such a thing for him when we were younger. After we went our separate ways after graduation I felt like a piece of me was missing, but I couldn't ever figure out what it was. Nothing I did would fill it. That missing piece is now in my heart where it belongs," Bella said as she clutched her hand to her chest.

"See dear, you know deep down you belong together. Can I ask what's stopping you from taking him up on his offer?"

Bella felt a tear trickle down her cheek. "Umm… these intense feelings I have toward Edward scare the shit out of me," Bella said softly before quickly looking up red faced. "Sorry, Esme, I didn't mean to curse."

"It's okay, it's not like it's the first time I've heard a swear word." Esme chuckled. "I understand you're scared. I've been there. When I met Carlisle I knew he was the one almost right away. It's scary and it's really hard, especially since the two of you live so far apart. I know my son is anxious to get you moved to the ranch, but sweetie, you take as much time as you need to figure this out. It has to be right for the both of you for it to work."

Bella leaned forward as she wrapped her arms around Esme's shoulders. "Thank you," she whispered softly.

Esme stroked Bella's back. "Just remember I'm around if you need to talk, okay?"

E&B*~*~*~*~*~*E&B

Friday evening Edward sank down into his plush recliner and turned on the TV, flipping through the channels until he found something worth watching. With all the day's chores completed and Lizzy upstairs asleep, Edward's body started to relax as he took a long pull from his beer. Bella would be here, where she belonged, in the morning. Edward tried not to dwell on the fact that she'd be leaving a day later.

A beeping sound came from his kitchen – an indication someone was at his front gate requesting access. Edward glanced at his watch noticing it was shortly after 10pm. "Who'd be stopping by now?" he asked himself as he walked to the flat panel monitor in his kitchen.

Edward was stunned when he saw who was at his gate; he quickly pressed the intercom button. "Bella, baby, is that you? Are you really here? I thought you were coming tomorrow."

Bella's laugh came through the speaker. "Yeah, it's me. I couldn't wait to see you. Can I get through the gate please?"

"Of course, I'll meet you out front." Edward quickly released the gate as he made a dash to the front door. He could see Bella's headlights coming up the driveway.

Bella had barely stopped the car when Edward wrenched open her door and pulled her into his arms. Bella wrapped herself around his body and held on tight. It'd only been a week but she'd missed him fiercely. Her mouth found his, their tongues tangled and fought for dominance. His hands massaged her ass as he shifted her to get a better hold.

Edward slammed the truck door shut with a kick of his boot and walked towards the house. As he reached the front door he pressed Bella into it, only the pressure of his hips kept her from falling. His hands lifted to frame her face as his mouth continued to assault hers. Bella's legs were still wrapped around him and she could feel the hardness of his erection as he slowly ground his hips into hers.

Her fingers grabbed his hair as she pulled her mouth away from his to gulp in some much needed air. Edward continued kissing her, moving his lips along her jaw and down her neck. Bella nearly came undone when he bit down on her collarbone. His hips began rotating more forcefully against hers.

"Holy fuck, Edward, inside… inside now!"

Edward groaned as he swiftly pulled them away from the front door and made his way inside. Bella unwound her legs from Edward and slid down his body until her feet touched the floor.

"Now… inside now," Bella demanded.

Edward looked at her with a confused expression as he gently framed her face with his hands. "Baby, we are inside."

A giggle escaped from Bella's lips. She looked into Edward's deep green eyes as she prepared to explain her desires a bit clearer so he'd understand given his state of lustful confusion. She kissed his lips ever so softly. "What I meant was I need you inside of me… now!"

A growl escaped from deep within Edward's chest before he crushed his mouth to hers. One hand wrapped around her hair, angling her face to his while the other grasped her hip, effectively pulling her flush against him.

Edward walked Bella backwards until her back met the wall. She let out a slight gasp in anticipation of what was to come. Her breathing and heart rate quickened at Edward's eagerness to fulfill her wish. Bella decided she liked this animalistic side of Edward – the one where he let his emotions run free. He was usually so serious and in control.

He looked so damn tempting and sexy in his button down denim shirt, his tight Wranglers clung to his slender hips and delicious bottom were held into place by a deep brown leather belt adorned with a large gold oval shaped buckle. His favorite boots, well worn in from working on the ranch, made him look rugged - he was her cowboy - all he was missing was the Stetson.

Hmm… Edward standing there gloriously naked in nothing but that damn cowboy hat, she thought suddenly and felt her purple lace panties soak through with arousal. The need to have him touch her was overwhelming. She ached and throbbed with her growing desire for him. Every kiss from his lips, every caress from his long, beautiful fingers left her heated and flushed.

She hadn't thought she was ready for this step in their relationship, after everything she'd gone through with Jacob, but there was something about Edward. She wanted him, no needed him to be the one. She's never experienced such intense, complex, and overwhelming feelings of love before. She trusted Edward completely, with her heart as well as her body.

She sucked in a deep breath and swallowed her nerves before ordering him to follow through with what she desperately needed. "Now," Bella rasped as she pulled her shirt up and off her body, leaving her in a deep purple lace bra and jeans. Edward's mouth pressed butterfly kisses along her jaw and neck, before slowly moving to her collarbone and chest, leaving a trail of fire.

"You're so beautiful, so perfect. Your skin is soft and smooth and you smell fucking delicious, baby," Edward whispered as his fingers lightly traced the tops of Bella's ample cleavage, causing goose bumps to appear on her flushed skin. He could see her pert nipples jutting through the thin lace, already firm from his gentle caressing. He pulled down the lacy cup and fused his mouth to her, suckling, nipping, and licking.

"Stop fucking teasing me," Bella groaned as her back arched away from the wall towards Edward's lavish attention. Bella pressed her palms to his chest before moving them along his abs to his belt buckle. She glanced up at him. "I need to feel you inside me… now!" Bella said as she swiftly unbuckled his belt before releasing the button on his jeans and slowly lowering the zipper. She pulled out his neatly tucked in work shirt before carelessly undoing each button, slipping it off his shoulders and down his taught, rigid back. Edward helped with the cuffs and after removing the shirt he tossed it on the center table behind them in the foyer.

Bella unconsciously licked her lips while gazing anxiously at his glorious chest. The heavy lifting he did on a daily basis left him with well defined muscles and glorious six pack abs. She ran her fingers through the fine dusting of hair on his chest, following an invisible line downwards to his navel and beyond where she encountered his happy trail leading to promise land below.

Bella hooked her fingers in the belt loops of Edward's jeans dragging them down his hips and legs. She reached into his boxers to stroke his velvety steel cock, rubbing her fingers up and down his shaft. She swiped her thumb over the pre-cum before grasping him tightly in her hand.

Edward sucked in a deep breath at the sensations caused by her small fingers. He bucked his hips into her as she continued to stroke him. He couldn't believe how amazing it felt to have her finally touch him so intimately. It'd been so long since anyone had touched him in this way. He was eternally grateful it was his Bella now. It seemed like he'd waited a life time to reach this point with her – his one true love.

Edward toed off his boots kicking them across the room. He stepped out of his pants and kicked them aside as well. He wanted this more than anything, but he was silently afraid they were moving too fast. He didn't want Bella doing something she wasn't ready for or may regret in the morning. That would only hurt them, and they'd come so far. He felt his need to be buried inside her growing stronger than his own need to breathe. Once his straining cock was released from the confines of his boxers his breathing picked up and he was shaking with anticipation.

Bella began unbuttoning her jeans. Edward pushed her hands away frantically pulled her pants and purple panties down her legs. He braced his arms against the wall on either side of her as he leaned his forehead against hers. "Are you sure?" Edward asked her softly as he tried to make his voice steady and calm. He stared into her beautiful, brown orbs searching for her answer.

Nodding, Bella nibbled on her bottom lip as she stared into his hooded, lust-filled eyes. "I need you, Edward."

He took that as his cue and slid his long, slender fingers along her abdomen, gliding them downwards towards her swollen pussy. He slipped his fingers between her lips, feeling the skin bare, with the exception of a small patch of neatly trimmed hair.

She was so wet for him. Oh God… she's so incredibly sexy and so fucking wet, Edward thought as he ran his fingers through her slickness. He could smell her arousal, he wanted nothing more than to taste the juices that gathered along his fingertips. "You're so wet, baby, is this for me?" he whispered through clinched teeth.

She nodded nervously. "You always make me feel this way."

He slowly crouched in front of her, leaving a small trail of kisses as he descended. He lifted her left leg and draped it over his shoulder, opening her up to him. He separated her lips and ran the tip of his tongue along her glistening pussy. He moaned in appreciation, she tasted even better then she smelled. Her arousal was evident and he was reaping the rewards.

Bella let out a soft cry from the immense pleasure he was giving her. "Please, Edward, more… more…" Bella cried out amongst her moans.

He nipped and sucked on her swollen clit and flattened his tongue to run from top to bottom of her sweet pussy. His tongue delved deep inside her, swiftly moving in and out, over and over again. He sucked up her sweet nectar, and then repeated the process all over again.

Bella was falling to pieces. She was thankful Edward had a firm grasp on her hips as her legs felt like jell-o. Edward inserted one finger then another into her tight wetness. Bella let out a strangled cry at the intense feeling of him so deep inside her. He curled his fingers upward in a beckoning motion while he plunged in and out. He'd reached her G-spot and worked it over and over.

The combination of his long fingers and his talented relentless tongue on her sensitive clit he sent her flying to heights she'd never known existed. She quickly tensed up, clutched his fingers deep inside her and moaned his name as she climaxed.

Edward lapped up her sweetness before standing up and pulling her into a passionate kiss. She sucked his bottom lip before biting gently.

"Now, Edward… I need to feel you inside me now!" she demanded breathlessly.

Edward grabbed the back of her thighs and picked her up so her legs wrapped around his waist. He wanted her right then and there. He was about to enter her when he stopped abruptly and looked into her eyes.

Bella cupped his face in her hands and nodded. "It's okay, Edward, I'm on the pill."

Edward sighed in relief, the last thing he wanted to do right now was step away from her to grab a condom from his bedroom. He was elated he'd be able to feel her entirely without a barrier - just him and her together.

Edward positioned his tip at her entrance and looked into her eyes. "Are you ready?"

Bella groaned with impatience. "Edward, I've been ready for you, give it to me, baby… please?" Bella batted her eyes and pouted.

Edward knew deep down this was meant to be. In one quick thrust he sank his thick cock into Bella's warmth. Bella's back arched while she received him. He stilled for a moment to get his body under control and allow Bella to adjust to his girth. Nothing had ever felt so right. He was home inside her. She was his heaven, she was his life.

Edward never took his eyes off Bella's as he looked for her cue. Smiling she bit her bottom lip before moving her hips slightly against his. She'd never felt so full and complete before. He'd only just entered her and she already knew this experience would mean so much more to her than any other.

Edward began thrusting in and pulling out to only push back in at an agonizingly slow steady pace. Bella's heart raced as she met his hips with each glorious thrust.

Edward was in glorious bliss, he was in heaven and Bella was his angel. He continued to her kiss sweet, soft lips. His hot, wet tongue pushed into her mouth matching the trusting of their hips.

Bella had never experienced such pleasure before. Edward was everything she'd ever wanted or needed. "God, Edward, so… so good," she gasped between kisses.

"Baby, you feel so good, so tight and wet for me," he moaned. "Do you feel it, the electricity passing through us?" Edward continued to pound into her with abandon.

"Yes, Edward. God… you feel so good. Fuck, baby… more. I'm so close," she bellowed.

Edward felt his thin sliver of control begin to sever. It'd been so long since he was with anyone, he didn't think he could last much longer. "I need you to come, baby… touch yourself," he panted between his quickening thrusts.

Bella slid her hand between their glistening bodies and firmly stroked her bundle of nerves. She was so swollen and tender from Edward's body slamming into hers that she almost came instantly. The sounds of their heavy breathing and their bodies meeting each other hip to hip, and stroke for stroke were the only sounds that filled the room.

Bella felt the overwhelming pressure building deep in her belly as her release traveled straight to her throbbing clit. She tightly clinched around Edward's hard cock as she rode out her climax. Feeling Bella flutter around him with release triggered his own sending him spiraling over the edge. He pumped into her three more times before his body tightened and he spilled himself into her.

Both were unable to move, they stayed rooted in the hallway. Bella's back still firmly pressed against the wall, her legs still wrapped tightly around Edward's waist, while her fingers gently massaged his scalp.

Edward's head rested against Bella's shoulder as he fought to catch his breath. His cock still buried deep within his wonderful oasis, his Bella. He was sure he'd never tire of this feeling. His legs felt like they were turning to jelly and his chest felt like he had a stampede of horses galloping through.

Edward raised his head and looked into her beautiful, brown eyes. He placed a soft, yet passionate kiss against her lips. "Are you okay, baby?"

A wide smile spread across Bella's face as she giggled at this wonderful cowboy – her cowboy. "I've just, hands down, had the best fucking sexual experience of my life and you want to know if I'm okay?" she asked him incredulously as she kissed the tip of his nose before biting it lightly.

Edward chuckled. "I think it's time we try out the shower."

Bella sighed as Edward slipped out of her and slowly released her legs before placing her carefully on her feet, steadying her quickly when she lost her balance. "That sounds like a wonderful idea, Cowboy. I seemed to have gotten dirty and sweaty from my long drive and I don't think I have the strength to wash my own body. Know of anyone who can help me out?" Bella asked before she made a mad dash for the stairs.

AN: Okay all, please be honest and let me know what you think. I'm kinda nervous, only because it's been so long since I updated. Please leave me a review. If you have any suggestions on where you'd like this story to go, please send them my way.

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