Mail Order Bride

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Chapter 17

As Edward danced Bella around the room, she struggled to stay upright. Bella was not the best dancer in the world. Edward, however, was flawless. He dipped and twirled her, making her head spin. Bella didn't complain, however. Just being in Edward's arms felt like heaven.

"So, wife," Edward said, his voice teasing, "Was the ceremony to your liking?"

Bella glanced up at him, noting the humor. "It was beautiful, but…." Bella stumbled, not wanting to ruin this moment. Edward guessed, however.

"I meant what I said. The vows I spoke were true," he told her quietly.

"Not the part about loving me," Bella whispered.

"Someday, sweet Bella. Someday, I promise," Edward told her, truth radiating off of him.

Bella opened her mouth to say something else, but suddenly they heard, "May I dance with the lovely bride now?"

Edward smiled and handed Bella over to Carlisle. He took her hand and they began to dance. "My dear, may I say how beautiful you look in that gown? Alice has always had an eye for style. I think she did a marvelous job."

"Thank you, Carlisle. Yes, Alice and I reached an agreement. She is very happy I finally gave her more leeway."

Carlisle chuckled. He knew his daughter all to well. "Well, now I may say this officially. Welcome to the family, daughter. I hope the two of you are very happy together."

Bella blushed. "Thank you. I hope so too."

Before the night was over, Bella had danced with Emmett twice, Jasper once, once more with Carlisle, and Edward had claimed her several times as well. Little Nessie even asked shyly if she could dance with Bella. Bella had picked her up carefully and swayed for a spell. Nessie seemed quite content. Bella smiled at this simple pleasure, realizing just how precious Nessie was.

Finally, it was time to leave. As it was their wedding night, Nessie would be staying with her grandparents for the next few days. Collecting their gifts, Edward surprised Bella by hiring a private car to take them home. Bella had yet to see the place that would become her new home. Edward had wanted to surprise her.

As they pulled up to the front, Bella stared at the house in front of her. Though not overtly large, Edward's home was still an impressive size. It was two stories high, with a large porch on the front. Large bay windows were on both sides of the porch. It was a dark brown in color, with white shutters.

Bella thought it was a beautiful home, and was proud that she would be living in it. Edward paid the driver and they made their way to the front door. Edward unlocked it, and carried the packages inside. Bella stood on the stoop, unsure. Is he going to carry me across the threshold?

Edward placed the packages on the table and turned. Bella stood in the doorway, uncertainty marking her features. The threshold! Of course. How stupid of me. He walked toward Bella. Before she could blink, he had lifted her into his arms and carried her across.

Setting her gently on the floor, Edward gave a low bow. "Welcome to your new home. I do so hope it is to your liking."

Bella looked around her, in total awe. The Living room, where they were currently standing, had a very homey feel to it. A long couch graced the middle of the room, and flanking it were two wingback chairs. A small collection of Nessie's toys were piled into a corner. In front of the couch, was a low table. To her left, Bella saw a door that she assumed lead to the Kitchen. To her right, she saw a set of stairs, undoubtedly leading to the bedrooms. Bella swallowed thickly.

Edward noted where her eyes had strayed. Clearing his throat, he asked her, "Would you like to see your room?"

Bella heard the words, but their meaning alluded her for a moment. Then, it hit her. Of course, we're to have separate bedrooms. I told him we didn't need to consummate the marriage. Why would we share a bedroom? Still, it hurt more than she thought it would, not sharing his bedroom with him. Belatedly, she realized he was waiting for her answer.

"Yes, thank you. I'd love to see my new room," Bella said, as cheerfully as she was able to. Edward nodded and, grabbing her bags, they made their way up the stairs. Bella saw that the upstairs included a long hallway, with several doors, all of which were currently closed. Edward stopped in front of the second door on the right. Opening the door, he stepped aside so that Bella could enter. She did, and immediately, she felt tears well in her eyes. It was beautiful!

The large 4 post bed dominated the middle of the room. It had a gauzy, white material wrapped around the posts at the top. A beautiful matching set of drawers sat to the immediate left of the bed. A large armoire dominated the opposite wall. The walls were a beautiful shade of blue. How had he known she loved blue? Across from the bed, a pretty little dressing table sat. Bella was not vain by any means, but she knew she would find great enjoyment sitting before that dressing table each morning, making herself beautiful for Edward.

Spinning around, she faced Edward and her face lit up. "I love it! Thank you so much!"

Edward was pleased that she liked the room so much. So he was temporarily taken aback, when he caught the sight of tears in her eyes. "Then, why are you crying?" he asked gently.

Bella gave a watery laugh. "They are happy tears, I promise." Stepping closer, Bella leaned up and kissed his cheek. "Thank you, Edward. The room is truly beautiful."

Edward stared down at his new bride. Emotions that he thought long buried stormed to life. Pulling her gently into him, Edward kissed Bella lightly on the lips. When she didn't protest, he deepened the kiss, bringing his hands up to cup her face. She sighed, and Edward used that moment to sweep her mouth with his tongue. One of his hands slipped down to her breast. He squeezed, ever so gently, causing Bella to lean into him more. Fire suddenly consumed him. Quickly, confidently, his fingers began undoing the buttons on her dress.

Bella was in a daze. Would they consummate their marriage, after all? She blindly reached for his jacket, pulling it from his shoulders. He shrugged out of it, and it fell into a heap on the floor. Her dress soon followed. Edward's breath hitched. My God, she is beautiful….

Bella's fingers slowly worked the buttons on his shirt loose. He kissed and caressed her shoulder, wanting to go slow, so as not to scare her. He pulled his shirt over his head. Her hands played up and down his chest. Walking them backwards, he gently pushed her back onto the bed. She stared up at him, her lips red and swollen from his kisses, clad only in her camisole and panties. His erection strained against his fly. Quickly, he shed his pants, standing before Bella in only his underwear. Bella's eyes widened at the visible proof of his desire.

Not wanting to ruin the moment, but needing to know, Bella hesitantly asked, "Edward? Are we consummating this marriage after all?"

Edward warred with himself. He wanted her. God, how he wanted her. He knew she would offer no resistance. However, a small part of his brain reminded him of their deal.

Edward stared at Bella for so long, she began to get antsy. I broke the spell. I shouldn't have said a word. Looking up at Edward, frozen by the side of the bed, Bella realized that she had definitely ruined the moment between them. She rolled to her side, curling into a ball, silent tears starting to track down her face. I'm an idiot. Utterly stupid. Why would he ever want someone like me?

Bella felt the bed dip behind her. Edward wrapped himself around her, his face nuzzling into her neck. "Bella? Turn around, please?" Edward asked, needing to see her face. Slowly, she turned and faced him. His eyes took in her tear stained face. Gently, he licked the tracks of her tears. Bella stared at him, shocked that he would do that.

Kissing her gently, he caressed her soft skin, until she was once again pliant in his arms. Gently, he removed her camisole, and feasted on the sight of her young, supple breasts, her nipples pink and firm. Gently, Edward pulled a nipple into his mouth, lapping at it like a kitten lapped at milk. Bella's hands found his hair, and she pulled gently, the sensation of his mouth on her breast, making her more needy than before. His other hand made its way down to her panties, feeling the heat emanating from them. Quickly, he pulled them loose, so that Bella was completely nude in front of him.

She is a goddess. A goddess sent to Earth to torture and torment me. His mouth left her breast, and Bella whimpered. But, Edward wasn't done yet. He kissed his way down her stomach, and between her thighs. His mouth settled there and Bella was suddenly unsure what was happening. She was about to ask him what he was doing, when she felt something warm and wet lick her…..down there.

Bella's breathing stopped. Looking down, she saw Edward's eyes watching her. Slowly, he sat up enough to say, "Do you want me to stop?" Bella could only shake her head, not wanting anything to ruin this moment. Edward settled between her legs again, and she felt that wetness again. Bella moaned loudly.

Edward licked and sucked at her woman's entrance, drinking in the moans and sighs she was making. Gradually, he picked up speed, and she began to thrash under him. Adding a finger, he gently thrust that inside of her, still licking her entrance. Bella nearly shot of the bed. "EDWARD!" she cried.

He knew she was close to an orgasm. A few more laps and she was sobbing loudly, the feelings too great for her to control. Suddenly, she shattered, screaming his name loudly. A few seconds later, Edward grunted, his orgasm overtaking him as well. Belatedly, he realized he had not removed his underwear.

Bella panted loudly, her world slowly righting itself again. Edward pulled himself up next to her. Neither could really believe that had just happened.

A few moments passed. Finally, Edward propped himself up on an elbow. "You are truly beautiful, my Bella. Thank you for trusting me."

Bella blushed. She didn't know exactly what he had just done, but she knew that she had liked it. A lot. Instead of answering, Bella snuggled into her new husband. Moments passed, and Edward could tell by her even breathing that she had fallen asleep. Quietly, he slipped out of bed. After placing a light blanket over her, Edward collected his clothes and quietly exited the room. Going to his room, across the hall from Bella's, he stripped off his underwear, and cleaned himself off. Flopping back on the bed, completely nude, he stared at the ceiling, his thoughts pensive.

Already, Bella was working her way into his heart. And, it scared the hell out of him.

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