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BPOV

Our day of shopping and pampering was fun! I had to say I didn't mind it one bit. Now that wasn't to say I wanted to do this every day, but shopping every once in awhile might be fun.

I could tell Angela didn't know what to think of Alice's spending; and being the kind hearted person she was, she didn't say anything. All of our dresses were by a designer called Jovani. I didn't know who this person was; but Alice was so excited, and besides she had excellent taste. It was a known fact that I was not a student of fashion, so who was I to argue?

The dresses we picked out were gorgeous! My dress was a deep crimson velvet, strapless gown, long and fitted with a slit up to mid thigh. It had a sweetheart neck line and was embellished with rhinestones. My shoes, I was a little hesitant about, but Alice said they were perfect for the dress and would make my legs and butt look awesome. Besides, Edward would never let me fall. They were Jimmy Choo and were so pretty. They were five inch heels, silver, leather sandals with Swarovski crystals scattered all over them. My whole outfit was so beautiful. I had no doubt that Edward was going to love it.

Alice's dress fit her personality to a tee. It was red and strapless with a sweetheart neckline and two butterflies at her left shoulder. The full skirt flared out from a black sequined strip beneath her bust. The skirt fell two inches above her knees and was covered in black butterflies. Her shoes, Jimmy Choo, were shiny silver platform, sling back sandals.

Angela's dress was a light blue embroidered lace overlay, with nude fabric underneath. It had one strap over her left shoulder and fit her like a dream. She was so tall and slender it looked like this dress was made for her. Her shoes were Jimmy Choo as well. A strappy sandal made with a gold, shimmering, glitter fabric. It was so beautiful.

On our way home, Angela was so excited about her dress.

"I love my dress and shoes Alice. I didn't mean for you...," she said excitedly, but Alice cut her off.

"Trust me, Angela, I love shopping and buying beautiful things for my friends; so please, not another word and let us do this for you," Alice said.

I noticed she said us; I knew that included me, so I reached over and squeezed Alice's hand. She had a small smile on her face and gently squeezed me back. I looked to the back seat and smiled and nodded to Angela.

She smiled back and said, "Thanks guys."

Alice suddenly giggled and said: "Okay enough of this seriousness, tell us Angela is there a lucky boy you wish would ask you to the dance?"

Angela suddenly blushed so brightly she gave even me a run for my money.

"Maybe," she whispered with a tiny shrug of her shoulders.

Alice and I squealed.

"Spill, Angela!" Alice said practically bouncing in her seat.

I got tickled at my friend and looked back to Angela and nodded encouragingly.

"Ben Cheney, but I am afraid he would never ask me out. I am a good three inches taller than he is, boys don't like that," she said and sighed with a dreamy, but sad look on her face.

"Don't say that, Ang. Ben would be so lucky to go out with you; and besides, you never know if you don't try. I think Ben is just as shy as you, and he isn't so shallow that he would care about how tall you are," I told her.

"That is easy for you two to say, Bella. You are what five foot three, and Alice you are a couple of inches shorter than Bella. Both of you have boyfriends that are well over six feet," she explained.

This wasn't said with malice or anger, she was just stating a fact; and she was sad, my poor sweet friend.

"You are wrong, Angela. I think Ben is just shy, and he is probably worried about the same thing you are," Alice replied.

Angela was about to agree with Alice when she spoke again.

"Oh no, it is not what you are thinking, Angela Weber. I think he is shy because he feels he is too short for a gorgeous tall girl."

Angela was about to argue when Alice got a mischievous grin on her face I knew all too well.

"Angela, you are going to come over to our house to get ready for the dance; and when I am done with you, Ben Cheney won't know what hit him. I guarantee he will have to ask you out!" Alice squealed.

I really loved my sweet thoughtful vampires. Angela chuckled and agreed. I really couldn't wait for this dance.

APOV

Angela was such a sweet girl and such a good friend for Bella. I couldn't wait to help her get ready for the dance. Ben was a good kid too. I knew they would be perfect for each other. He was just shy. I had seen that he just needed the proper motivation to ask her out, and bringing out his chivalrous side was that motivation.

I didn't want to make Angela uncomfortable; but I have seen that once she walked into that dance, alone, while looking as hot as I was going to make her, the boys would come flocking to her. It would make her uncomfortable, and Ben would come to her rescue. He would ask her to dance, and they wouldn't let go of each other for the rest of the night. I told Bella all about my vision, once we dropped Angela off at her house. She agreed with me that Angela wouldn't mind a bit of discomfort, if it meant Ben would come to her rescue. I really couldn't wait for all of this to unfold.

The next Monday at school, Bella, Edward, and I were in the lunch line getting our food when Edward and I overheard Jessica Stanley bragging about shopping in Port Angeles this weekend.

"Yeah, Mother and I went to Macy's this weekend and picked out my dress for the dance," Jessica said as we headed to the table.

She continued even though the entire table looked bored.

"My dress is beautiful. It is a blue color with one shoulder. It's short with rosettes on the bottom. Mom bought me brown gladiator booties by Nine West to go with it. It was really expensive too, all of it together cost almost three hundred dollars!" she said looking around the table expecting everyone to be impressed.

When no one commented, she huffed.

"Well, what about you, Angela? Did you and your mom go shopping?" she sneered.

She knew better than to ask Bella and me. She knew ours would be designer all the way. She thought by asking Angela where she shopped and what kind of dress and shoes she bought, it would make herself look better. In her opinion, she could afford better than Angela. Boy was she wrong! Angela's shoes alone cost several hundred dollars more than her whole outfit. Of course, Angela was too sweet to say that, but I'm not. Edward could see what I was about to do and grinned. Bella was fuming and turned toward me to say something, when she caught my eye. She could tell I was about to take care of it and turned back toward Jessica with a smile.

"Actually, Jessica, Angela went shopping with Bella and me this weekend. We bought Jovani, but I don't expect you to know who that is, considering he is not in Macy's. His boutique is right next to the boutiques for Jimmy Choo and Prada. Now, I know you know who they are. All of our shoes are Jimmy Choo, by the way. THAT, is where Angela went shopping this weekend. And considering she was with the Cullens, she shopped like one. Only the best for my friends," I told her.

Jessica's mouth dropped open in shock, and her face turned red with anger. She stood up and stomped off, much to everyone's amusement. Bella and Edward were shaking from trying to hold in their laughter, but soon failed. Angela couldn't decide if she wanted to laugh or be angry at Jessica for trying to embarrass her. She settled on laughter.

"Thank you for that, Alice. She has always thought she was better than me, but I think you finally put her in her place," Angela said giving me a hug.

I winked at her.

"My pleasure, Angela, she deserved it," I said.

BPOV

I couldn't believe the nerve of Jessica! Angela was one of the sweetest people I knew. Alice put her in her place though; and for the rest of the week we didn't hear a peep out of her, which was fine for everyone involved.

Finally, it was Saturday, the day of the dance. I was so excited. Edward had something planned for us after the dance. Charlie thought I was spending the night with Alice so we were good, until Sunday evening. Edward wouldn't tell me where he was taking me; but knowing him, it was going to be romantic and special. I knew this would be a Valentine's Day I would never forget.

Angela and I arrived in her car at the mansion right after lunch. The dance started at seven so that gave us plenty of time to get ready...or so I thought.

"Bella Swan, you two have one minute to get in this house and up to my room, so we can start getting ready. We only have seven hours!" Alice yelled.

"I thought that would be plenty of time, Alice," I defended myself weakly.

"Where is Edward by the way?" I asked looking around the house.

He would protect me from this crazy pixie vampire.

"Sorry sweetie, I sent him and Jasper away for a few hours. You know Jasper has been away so I thought they needed some brotherly bonding time," she said winking at me.

When Angela looked away, I rolled my eyes at her; she just giggled and stuck her tongue out at me. Of course, I couldn't argue with her because everyone in town thought the older Cullen children were away at college.

"That was so nice of Jasper to fly out to be with you Valentine's weekend Alice," Angela said sweetly.

"Yes, I thought so too. I just miss him so much, and he couldn't stand to be away from me on Valentine's," Alice agreed with a pitiful pout.

I could only shake my head, as we headed up to Alice's room. If vampires could be given Oscars for acting, the Cullens would make a clean sweep in every category.

Six and a half hours later, I was exhausted. Not to say, I didn't have fun, but I was ready to get out of this chair. Alice put the finishing touches on my make-up, and we were ready; and as usual, she had done a beautiful job. My hair was piled high on top of my head with curly tendrils framing my face, and my make-up was smoky and hot!

Angela looked absolutely wonderful. Alice put her hair in an elegant French twist and had kept her make-up simple, but elegant. Angela didn't want to completely overdo it and scare Ben away. Alice assured her this would be perfect.

Alice, as always, was completely gorgeous as well. Her hair was in its signature spiky look and her make-up completely flawless.

As we made our way downstairs, I was careful not to fall in my five inch heels. I looked up, and there was Edward in his tux. He looked good enough to eat. He had on a crimson tie and vest to match my dress. His hair in its usual sexy disarray and his eyes their usual beautiful butterscotch. Now I knew what he and Jasper were doing all day. He was so hot, and he was all mine. How did I get so lucky? I felt my heart speed up; and when Edward noticed it, he smirked and winked at me.

"You look gorgeous, love, this dress looks like it was made for you," he whispered in my ear.

I shivered as he began to kiss down my neck.

"I love your hair, like this, very easy access," he chuckled at the uncontrolled tremors that ran through my body.

"Thank you, baby, you look amazing too. I love you in a tux," I was able to say, once he pulled away from my neck.

"Angela, Alice you look beautiful as well," he said when he looked up.

I beamed up at Edward. He was always such a gentleman. Angela blushed prettily at his compliment.

"Thanks, brother dear," Alice chirped.

We all headed to our respective cars. I wanted Angela to ride with us, but she insisted she take her own car. She said she didn't want to intrude on our evening. I tried to tell her she wouldn't, but she wouldn't budge. I finally said okay, and we headed to the school gym.

When we arrived and entered the gym, we were assaulted by a sea of pink, red, and white decorations. But what did I expect? This was high school and Forks; there weren't a lot of options. When people noticed we came in, they all stared. I noticed Angela was in the back of our group so I ushered her to the front. I could see Jessica turn that ugly shade of red that she did on Monday, when she saw Angela's outfit. With just one look at Alice and me, I could tell she wouldn't say a word to her. She just stomped off in a huff. I giggled, and Alice just winked at me.

Edward and Jasper asked Alice and me if we wanted to dance. When we got to the dance floor, I noticed all the guys then flocked to Angela's side.

I looked over and saw Ben Cheney with a sad look on his face. You could tell he wanted to go over there too, but was too shy. All the guys around her were making Angela uncomfortable. After a few minutes, it became obvious that Angela was trying to escape. She got a desperate look on her face; and I felt like going and rescuing her myself, but Edward tightened his grip on me.

"Hold on, love; give Ben a minute, he will go save her," he whispered in my ear.

As Edward was saying this, Ben got a very determined look on his face then got up and marched right over to her.

"Angela!" Ben said over the den of voices surrounding Angela.

"Ben!" Angela exclaimed looking so relieved.

This must have been all Ben needed because he grabbed her hand.

"Will you dance with me?" he asked.

Angela beamed with happiness and answered shyly.

"Yes, Ben, I would love too."

Ben smiled brightly and led her to the dance floor. He was almost a head shorter than Angela, but neither one of them cared; they looked so happy. I smiled and snuggled up to Edward as we slow danced.

"That couldn't have worked out any better," I said.

"I wish you could hear their thoughts, love. They are so happy and Angela is thanking you and Alice over and over in her mind. They are so good for each other," Edward said then smiled and leaned in closer to give me a passionate kiss.

Suddenly he stiffened. He got a grim look on his face.

"You have GOT to be kidding me," he said angrily.

I looked up at Edward concerned and asked, "What is it baby?"

"Wow, Bells, you look hot!" said a familiar voice.

Jacob Black. I groaned and turned around in Edward's arms to glare at Jacob. The big grin on his face faltered just a bit.

"The name is Bella, Jacob. What are you doing here? How did you get in?" I asked nearly growling as Edward sometimes does.

Jacob glared at Edward's arms still around me holding me close.

"I came to see why you haven't talked to me or returned my calls for almost two weeks. I snuck in through the back as a group of people was leaving. The teachers never saw me," he told me with a smug look on his face.

He was obviously proud he was able to get around the teachers posted at all exits. I rolled my eyes at him.

"Jacob, if you honestly think I will be your friend after what you said to Edward about me, you are an even bigger idiot than I thought," I hissed at him.

Luckily, we hadn't drawn any attention; we were at the edge of the dance floor, so not too many people were around us. The ones that were, were in their own little world.

"I'm really sorry that I said that Bella. I shouldn't have said it, but I was just so angry," he really did look apologetic.

I wasn't going to fall for his puppy dog eyes anymore. Edward's arms tightened around me, and I could feel his growl vibrating against my back. Jacob was probably remembering the confrontation we had.

"Jacob, you should really go; this is a school dance, and you kind of stand out," I said looking at him.

He was dressed in faded and torn blue jeans, beat up sneakers, and a black t-shirt. How he wasn't noticed, I have no idea. The teachers were obviously not paying attention.

"Listen Bella, I just want to talk to you for a minute. Just have one dance with me, please," Jacob said as he took a step toward me with this hand held out.

Edward was not pleased with this request and was about to say something. I turned in his arms and stood on my tip toes to give him a kiss. Even with five inch heels on, he was still way taller than me.

"Let me handle this, baby," I whispered against his lips.

I could tell he was not happy about it, when he sighed and nodded his consent. I turned back around to Jacob and said: "No, Jacob, I will not dance with you. You said all you needed to say and made it very clear how you felt, back in that clearing. Now, you need to leave before the principal comes over."

"Too late," Edward whispered in my ear.

Principal Greene walked over to us with a grim look on his face.

"Mr. Cullen, Miss. Swan, is there a problem with your friend here?" he asked.

With a determined look on my face, I looked straight at Jacob and replied: "This is no friend of ours, Mr. Greene."

I then turned back to the principle and said: "We were just telling him he needs to leave since he isn't a student here and obviously is not here with anyone."

"She is right, son, you need to leave," Mr. Greene said.

"Alright, fine, I'll go; but I still want to talk to you, Bella, and I will find a way," he said before he stalked off.

I didn't like the sound of that.

"That kid has some anger issues, you be careful, Bella. Tell your father about him. You two enjoy the rest of the dance," Mr. Greene said kindly, then turned around to break up a couple that was getting a little too friendly on the dance floor.

"Are you alright, love? Do you want to leave?" Edward asked with a concerned look on his face.

"No baby, I won't let him ruin this night for us. Let's dance!" I said as I put my arms around his broad shoulders.

He chuckled at my enthusiasm and spun me around the room.

We danced all night. We danced to slow and romantic and grinded to fast and heavy songs, but Edward didn't let me go the whole night.

I looked over to Angela, and she and Ben were the same way. Right now, they were over at a table talking and laughing. Angela looked up at me and mouthed, "Thank you."

I smiled and nodded my head as Edward spun me around.

"They are so happy, love. You and Alice did a good thing," Edward said as he bent down to kiss me.

The kiss soon deepened; and when Edward raised his head, we were both breathing heavily.

"Let's get out of here, love!" Edward said in a husky voice.

All I could do was nod, as he led me out of the gym and to his car. I couldn't wait to see what he had planned for the rest of the night.

Edward POV

The night so far had been wonderful and magical, even with the minor interruption of Jacob Black.

All the girls looked beautiful, but Bella was way more than just merely beautiful. She was exquisite. I had such a hard time making my hands behave while we danced. I wanted to let them roam freely over her body.

When I kissed her the last time, I knew I had to get us out of there so we could be alone. I was more than ready to lay claim to what was mine. Bella would be completely mine by the time morning came.

I had it all planned out. I was taking Bella to Eden by the Sea, a bed and breakfast in Port Angeles. I had rented us the Garden room. It was located upstairs with incredible water views. It presented a large sitting area that overlooked the ocean. A private patio with water and mountain views and an additional vanity area completed this suite. The two-person soaking tub in the bathroom overlooked both the water and mountains. The bath was accented with a separate shower. The suite décor was old-world French Country in a unique garden setting. It was the perfect setting for Bella and me to fully give ourselves to each other.

Once Bella was seated in the passenger seat of my car, I got in the driver's side; and we set off to our destination.

"Where are we going, babe?" Bella asked as we passed the 'Leaving Forks' sign.

"Not telling you, love, this is a surprise. You are going to love it," I told her with a smile.

"Alright, I'll just wait and see, but please tell me I won't have to wait long to find out," she said.

"No, love, you'll see in a few minutes," I told her.

It was only about an hour and 10 minutes to get there. Of course, with the speed I drove, it wouldn't take but about 30 minutes, so waiting that long wouldn't kill her. I loved the fact that she was so open to letting me do this for her and for us.

Jasper and I had come earlier in the day so I could get us registered. We pulled up to the guest house and made our way quietly inside. The guest house had several other suites, and they were occupied by other guests. There were common areas that were shared by all the guests, and so we had to show respect for them as well.

"This place is gorgeous, Edward!" Bella whispered excitedly.

"Yes, it is quite lovely. When I saw it, I knew it was the perfect place for us to spend Valentine's Day weekend," I replied, as I scooped Bella up into my arms and carried her up to our room.

I set her down outside our door, so I could unlock it. Once I had it unlocked and opened, I picked her back up and took her inside. I set her back on her feet just inside the door so she could look around.

"I love it, babe. It's so beautiful. It reminds of some of those places described in my favorite books," she said.

I smiled knowing I had pleased her with my choices while I placed our bags in front of the closet.

"I'm glad you are pleased, love. Are you ready to get out of these tight clothes and get comfortable?" I asked.

I couldn't wait to see what was under that dress she was wearing. It had been driving me crazy all night thinking about it.

"Yes, babe, that sounds great. I'm going to need some assistance though. Do you know of a strong, but tender pair of hands that could help me?" she asked looking over her shoulder at me with a gleam in her eye.

The little vixen was teasing me; well, two could play at that game.

"I believe I do know someone who could help you with that, love. It's going to cost you though, and it's an awfully steep price. Are you sure you can pay it?" I asked with a smirk.

I knew that drove her crazy.

"Oh yes, I am very sure, Mr. Cullen," she answered in a low seductive tone.

Ohhhhh shiiiit, I was in trouble already. I was not going to last long at this rate, much less fucking win. Hell, I was barely in the game at this point. I was ready to explode.

"Well, are you going to help me, or not?" she asked as she sashayed over to me.

I watched her hips sway smoothly under that form fitting dress. She was the purest form of sin on two legs and by some miracle she was mine. Now and forever, I was a lucky bastard to be able to claim this lovely angel for my own.

Once she had reached me, she turned around putting her back to me. I pulled her to me and skimmed my nose along her neck and shoulder.

"Have I told you, Miss Swan, how exquisitely beautiful you look, tonight?" I asked her.

"Yes, you have, but I never tire of hearing it, especially from those gorgeous lips," she said.

"You know, you are driving me wild, Bella. I want you so much. I can't wait to make you mine tonight," I confessed.

"I want you, too, babe. I have from the very start. Make love to me, Edward. Claim me and make yours, tonight, right now!" she said as she slipped her arms around my neck and kissed me with everything she had.

I wrapped my arms around her tiny frame and pulled her tight against my hard stone body and returned the kiss with just as much passion. I was hungry, and only Bella's body could satisfy me.

While we kissed, I unzipped her dress and begin pushing it down her lithe body. When I got it down past her breasts, I became aware she was not wearing a bra. I really wasn't going to last long like this. Especially not with the way Bella moaned when I palmed her breasts.

"Ohhhh Edward, yesss," she moaned.

I went down on my knees in front of her. She looked so beautiful in the soft light of our room. She was a goddess to be worshipped, and I would take every opportunity to do just that.

I pulled the dress further down and maneuvered it over her hips. I was floored to find she was not wearing panties either. It was a good thing I had not known this before now, or we would never have made it to the dance. I looked her up and down and ran my hands all over her silky skin. I placed wet kisses on her flat belly and then buried my face in the juncture of her thighs.

I kissed and inhaled deeply her female scent. The sexual beast in me roared to life even more. I had to taste her.

"I need you, Bella, go lie on the bed, love," I told her.

I needed a minute to get myself under control. I didn't want to disappoint her in any way. I got up off my knees and began slowly undressing. Bella went and lay on the bed as I had asked, but she lay so she could watch me.

I could see the sexual hunger in her eyes, and it made me want her so much more. I had been worried she would be scared or nervous, but she wasn't. She wanted me as much as I wanted her.

Once I was down to my silk boxers, I walked over to the bed and lay down beside my beautiful girlfriend. Girlfriend, that thought reminded me of one of the reasons I had brought her here this weekend. I was going to ask her to marry me before we went home. I just hoped she would say yes.

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