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Edward POV

Once we were back at camp, I showed Bella her shower, and how to work it. She took a shower and freshened up, while Esme reheated her leftover breakfast.

I stayed with Bella, while she showered; only I was on the outside of the small enclosure. She had one of the portable heaters on to help keep her warm. That topped with the hot running water and the smell of her body wash and shampoo combined nearly made me lose my mind.

Damn it, it was taking every ounce of strength I had in me not go in there and ravage her gorgeous, naked body. Bella was moaning low as she washed herself. Those sounds weren't helping me to maintain my control either. I thought about what other sounds she might make if I was in there with her or if I took her back to the tent and shooed everyone else away. Fuck, I gotta quit thinking like that. I can't help it though.

Ever since I let down some of my boundaries, it had gotten harder and harder to not think about making love to Bella. It used to be her blood that called to me like a siren, now it's her body.

I finally heard the water shut off, and the rustle of cloth moving over her skin. She was drying off. Soon enough, I heard the rustle of more cloth, and knew she was getting dressed. When she finally emerged, I attacked.

I picked her up, and she wrapped her legs around my waist. I walked her to the nearest tree and put her against it. I kissed her passionately. I was so hungry for the taste of her. I pressed my now hardened, denim covered cock against her.

"Edward! Ughhhh!" Bella moaned into my mouth.

I broke away, and placed kisses up and down the column of her throat. I sucked on the soft spot just under her ear, and then I licked it.

"Oh Edward!" she gasped as her hips bucked forward to meet mine.

"I'm sorry, for attacking you, love, but I just want and need you so badly. Being so close to you is driving me insane," I whispered.

"Don't apologize for that, baby. I want you to want me, like this," she told me.

I knew very soon; I would be making love to her, and I didn't care if it's before or after we were married, anymore. I just wanted to be with my Bella. I wanted to lay claim to her, so there would be no doubt that she belonged to me.

Bella POV

Ok, so just to catch up on all that has happened, in a few short months; when I think about it, it is quite overwhelming.

Edward left, which nearly killed us both. Alice and I went to save him. We came back, and I got grounded by my father. Victoria wanted to kill me because Edward had killed her mate James. She kept escaping from the Cullens and the wolves, until just a few days ago.

The wolves chased her onto Cullen land, where she met her death at the hands of the Cullens. Jacob, well he's history. I didn't care if I ever saw him again or not. I couldn't believe he said that he would rather see me dead than see me with Edward.

Thankfully, all the drama and attempts on my life were done and over with, at least for now; and I could concentrate on better things.

Angela POV

I was very surprised to get a phone call from Alice Cullen asking me to go on a shopping trip with her and Bella.

I mean Alice was really nice and all, and Bella is like my best friend; but I never dreamed of taking a shopping trip with Alice, for real. I thought she was just being nice the other day at school. I was looking very forward to it. Actually, Alice said that we were having a sleepover at her house. I haven't ever been to their house before, but I'm sure it's nice. I've met Mrs. Cullen once or twice, and I knew she was really nice. I was excited about the sleepover too. I was waiting on Bella to come and pick me up. Well, more like her and Edward both would be coming because they were always together. They seemed even closer since he came back from wherever he had gone. I was glad to see Bella happy again.

I was only waiting for about 10 minutes before Edward and Bella pulled up in front of my house. I grabbed my overnight bag and went out the door. When I got to the car, Edward got out and opened the door for me just like he did for Bella. It was so nice to have a guy our age who actually knew how to be a gentleman.

"Thanks, Edward," I said as I slid onto the back seat.

"You're welcome," he said, and closed the door.

Once we arrived at the Cullen's house, Edward opened the door for both Bella and me, then he grabbed my bag for me. I could get used to that treatment quickly.

"Edward, it's a shame that more guys our age aren't like you. You are such a gentleman and treat women so well," I told him.

He gave me a small smile and a nod of his head.

"I have to agree, Ang. I definitely lucked out in the boyfriend department," Bella said as she smiled, and hugged Edward.

"I didn't get merely lucky, I got an angel for a girlfriend," Edward said, and placed a kiss on Bella's temple.

Awww, it was just so cute watching them together. It made me wish for that kind of love and devotion from a guy. I kept hoping and dreaming that Ben Chaney would ask me out. He reminded me a lot of Edward.

After we got in the house, I was in awe. It was magnificent. I couldn't imagine what it must be like to live here surrounded by all the grandeur I was seeing. I was looking around the room when Alice came in.

"Hi Angela, welcome to Casa de Cullen," she said in her wind chime voice.

"Thanks, for inviting me, Alice. This is a gorgeous house," I replied.

"Come on, I'll show you to one of the guest rooms. Bella stays in Edward's room," she explained.

I was a bit shocked to know that, but I wasn't one to judge; and it was Edward and Bella's business what they did at home. I followed Bella and Alice up the stairs and up to the third floor. We went to Edward's room first. Bella put her things in his closet; then, they showed me to the room I would be using.

Edward had already put my bag on the bed for me by the time we got there. I could tell I was really going to enjoy staying at the Cullen's house this weekend.

"Okay girls, what should we do first? We can order pizza and watch movies, or we can go out for food then come back here and watch movies," Alice said.

"I'm fine with either one. What about you Bella?" I said.

"I think we should go to the grocery store and get stuff to make here," she replied.

"That sounds good too," I told them.

"Alright, grocery shopping it is. Let's go," Alice said grabbing up her purse.

We went out, hopped in Alice's car, drove down to the Thriftway, and got everything imaginable to eat. We got pizza rolls, ice cream, candy and chips. I was stunned when we got to the check-out, and the girl told us our total was almost 300 hundred dollars. Alice pulled out a black credit card, and swiped it without batting an eye.

I didn't utter a word because I didn't want to be rude or seem ungrateful. I did think to myself it must be nice to be able to spend money like that. Next, we went to Blockbuster Video. We each picked out three movies each. Again, Alice pulled out the same credit card and swiped it. The total for the movies was like 50 dollars.

After the movie store, we went back to the Cullen's. All the Cullen men were home, and they helped us bring in the groceries we had bought. Esme, as she had requested I call her, put everything up. Once that chore was done, all the men came and told their significant others goodbye for the evening. They were all going out to play pool for a while, and would be back later. All of us women would have the house to ourselves.

Edward POV

I was glad to have the opportunity to go out with my father and brothers tonight. Even though, I would miss Bella like crazy, I was glad she was getting this time with the women in my family and Angela. I was just glad she could have it, and enjoy it with no threat hanging over her head.

The boys' night out consisted of a quick hunting trip and then a drive into the next town where we would spend the evening playing pool. Alice had given strict instructions to not come home before 1 a.m.; I had a feeling my pixie sister had something up her sleeve.

Alice POV

Once all our guys were gone, Bella and Angela went into the kitchen to make some food. I told Bella to do a small buffet thing and leave it on the breakfast bar. That way it wouldn't be obvious to Angela that there were three of us who were not eating.

After the food was done, and Bella and Angela had eaten their fill; we settled in to watch movies. We laughed and talked. Angela got to know us better, and we got to know her. Edward was dead on in his assessment; Angela really was a very kind and genuine person.

Shortly after 1 a.m., the boys came home. Bella shot up, and went straight into Edward's arms.

"Miss me, love?" he asked with a chuckle as she put a strangle hold on him.

"I always miss you, baby, you know that," she replied, although it was muffled from her face being buried in his neck.

"Indeed, I do, my love; indeed, I do," he replied; then, he pulled back and gave her a chaste kiss.

"So did you ladies enjoy your evening?" Carlisle asked smiling.

"We did, darling and how was the boys' night out?" Esme answered.

"You know, how it is with me and my boys. We pretty much always have a good time, but as usual I missed my wife and daughters," he replied.

"Well, I don't know about the rest of you, but I'm beat and ready to go to bed," Emmett announced in his always melodramatic fashion.

The rest of us agreed, and we all adjourned to our rooms for the night. Of course, we vampires weren't tired and Bella knew we didn't sleep, but we still had appearances to keep up.

Angela POV

I had thoroughly enjoyed my evening with the Cullen women and Bella. Esme was the perfect host and the perfect mom. She made you feel welcome and comfortable. I couldn't help but notice how at ease Bella was here. It was like she lived here, and Esme treated her like her own daughter. I'm glad Bella had a female role model to look up to.

When the men came home, we all said goodnight to each other, and went up to bed. I was tired, and I had no trouble falling asleep in the huge, comfy bed.

The morning came quickly. Alice came in to wake me up and told me breakfast was ready downstairs and to help myself to anything I wanted.

I got up, and went down to the kitchen. Bella was the only one eating while she sat on Edward's lap, and he played with her hair.

Esme was cleaning off the counter and putting things back in the fridge. Carlisle was reading the paper. For some reason, I had gotten the impression the Cullens would be very different from other families, but they weren't.

I fixed me a plate, and sat down next to Carlisle. He smiled, and bid me good morning which I returned.

"So children, I hear you have a shopping trip planned for today," he said.

"We do; Edward, Bella, Angela, and I all have the Valentine's dance to get ready for next month," Alice said.

"Well, you girls have fun. I've got to get going. I'll see you all later. Love you, dear," he said kissing Esme on the cheek.

"Love you too, darling, and have a good day," Esme told him in reply; then, he was gone.

"Well ladies, if you two are finished eating, we need to get upstairs and get dressed. We have a lot to do today," Alice said.

I followed Bella to the sink with my plate, and left them there. We went up to Alice's room. She instructed Bella and me to get a shower and get dressed; then, we would be ready to go.

It didn't take too long, and we were all ready. We said goodbye to everyone, and we were gone.

"So where are we going first, Alice?" I asked.

"Our first stop is the spa. We're getting facials, as well as manicures and pedicures; and last, but not least, waxes," she answered.

I thought she only meant her and Bella, but I found out we included me as well. Three hours and nearly 500 dollars later we walked out of the spa. I could not get over being included in all this expensive treatment. Bella, I supposed could read me, and pulled me off to the side and explained that this is just how the Cullens were. They enjoyed giving to others. I thought it was very nice, and I was enjoying it. It was very rare that I got to do this kind of thing, and even when I did the expense was limited. The only thing I didn't enjoy was the wax job. It was kind of painful. Another thing, I couldn't wrap my mind around was why everyone disliked the Cullens so much, maybe they were just jealous.

Our next stop was the mall. We went to Victoria Secret and to some really expensive dress stores. Alice found her dress first. I was next, and Bella was last. They were all gorgeous dresses. We each bought shoes and accessories to go with them. I could really get used to this no spending limit in a hurry.

At the end of the day, we were exhausted and hungry; so we went to the food court, and ate, then we made our way home. I had so much fun.

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