BPOV
The weeks leading up to Valentines Day flew by and before I knew it Rose was at my door with an order from Edward to take me dress shopping for our date on Valentines Day.
I was feeling quite cranky and fat when she showed up.
"You look upset, Bella, what's up?" Rose asked.
"I just feel fat today and I don't need another dress. I can just wear something from my closet," I said as I sat down on the couch with a huff.
"Fat? Hello? Look at me! I'm a cow!"
"You still look beautiful, I feel frumpy."
"Bella, you look glowing."
"Yeah whatever. Why am I getting a new dress?" I asked as I stood up and grabbed my purse.
"Because your husband wants you to so that he can take you out for a romantic dinner."
"Fine, did he tell you what color dress for me to get?"
"Dark blue of course, his favorite."
"I figured as much. Do you think while we are out that you could help me pick out his Valentines Day/ Anniversary gift? I know he already bought mine."
"Sure, no problem."
"I'm sure he bought something outrageous," I said as I watched her face for any reaction.
"That sounds like Edward."
"Has he told you what he bought?" I asked.
"Maybe," she said with a wink.
"You're not going to tell me are you?"
"Nope," she said with a smile.
"Fine, let's get this over with."
"It won't be so bad, come on."
"Is Emmett going to be fine with the kids?"
"Yeah - he's thrilled."
"Mom's there too right?" I asked.
"Of course."
"Are you and Emmett going out for Valentines Day tomorrow?"
"Yeah, we always do."
"Cool."
Seth drove us to the mall and once there Rose put her arm through mine and she led me into the first store.
We looked at several dresses but they all had slits up the sides and I didn't want that.
"I don't like all these dresses with slits up the side," I said.
"Okay, we can try the next store," she said as she pulled me along.
We walked into the store and we started going through the dresses and I found two that I really liked.
"Should I try these on?" I asked her as she looked at the maternity dresses.
"Yeah," Rose said.
I went in the fitting room and the first one I tried on, I didn't like it after all.
I came out and showed Rose and she shook her head.
It just wasn't flattering at all.
"Next," Rose said with a laugh.
I went back in and tried on the second dress which was strapless and the fabric flowed a lot better and hid a lot of my baby bump.
"How's this one?" I asked stepping out of the fitting room.
"Oh that's the one, definitely."
"You think so? We'll definitely have to go to Victoria's Secret to get a strapless bra."
"Yeah it looks great, Bella."
"Do you think Edward will like it?" I asked as I looked in the mirror.
"He'll love it."
"Okay, I guess we'll get this one. I have a pair of flats that will match this."
"Flats? Seriously? Bella this dress screams heels."
"I don't want to fall, Rose. How high of heels are you talking about?" I asked.
"Silver stilettos would look so good with this."
"I'm not wearing stilettos."
"Bella, you'll be fine. Edward won't let you fall."
"I hate stilettos."
"Come on, just imagine the look on Edward's face as he catches a glimpse of the shoes as you get out of the car and when he takes the dress off of you."
"Fine - lead the way to the break your neck shoe section."
We found the perfect shoe, at least according to her it was perfect.
As I tried them on, I had to admit that they did fit really good and they looked nice too.
"Alright I admit they look nice."
"I told you they would, Bella. Trust me, I wouldn't lie to you."
I nodded.
"So what next?" she asked.
"That strapless bra."
"Okay," she said as we paid for the dress and the shoes.
We went to Victoria's Secret and I picked out a dark blue strapless bra and panties.
I don't know what Edward had planned for us, but I was hoping that once he had the dress off that he'd like what he saw underneath it.
"Do you want to grab a bite to eat, Bella?"
"Yeah that sounds good actually. Then we can figure out what to get Edward."
We walked to the food court and grabbed a couple hamburgers.
As we sat down, she asked if I had any ideas for a gift for Edward.
"Not sure. Something amazing."
"That's not really helpful."
"What did you get Emmett?" I asked.
"New games for his system and a leather jacket."
"Oh."
"Do you have any ideas?"
"No, I don't have any ideas what to get him."
"We'll figure something out."
Once we were done eating we heading out to Things Remembered and we looked at the watches in there.
I found a watch and wrote out what I wanted put on the back of it.
I paid for it and then we left to go and pick out a briefcase for him and a new wallet.
I'm sure that my gifts wouldn't compare to what he got for me but it was perfect for him.
We found a brown leather briefcase and a brown leather wallet that were perfect.
I hoped that he would like them.
"Do you think he'll like these things? Do they even compare to what he bought me?" I asked.
"He'll love them and no way am I giving anything away."
"Come on, Rose. Just a small hint."
"Nope, not gonna happen."
"I won't tell him, I swear."
"I know, because I'm not telling you."
"I guess I'll just have to sweet talk, Emmett," I said with a smirk.
"Emmett won't say anything or I'll put his balls in a jar."
"Fine."
"Bella, you just have to wait until tomorrow night. I'm sure you can do it."
"Alright, alright."
"Anything else you want to look at or get?" she asked as Seth carried the bags.
"Mmm...not sure. Does my gift seem good enough?"
"I think he'll love them."
"Okay. Seth do you need to shop for anything?" I asked.
"No, I'm cool."
"Did you already get that girl, what's her name... Vanna.. no .. um .. Vanessa something?" I asked as his cheeks turned slightly pink.
"Ummm...yeah, I...I already got something."
"I guess we can go home then."
"Okay," Seth said as we headed for the exit.
"Are the kids staying at mom and dad's or are you dropping them off tomorrow?"
"We'll drop them off tomorrow," I said as we got in the car.
"We're so excited."
"I know Bailey should be good for you and Emmett, but mom will be there too."
"It will be good practice."
"Yeah it will be," I said as Seth pulled up to mom and dad's.
"Do you want me to help you inside?"
"I think I've got it."
"Thanks for dragging me shopping, it really wasn't that bad."
"Anytime - I had a lot of fun."
"See you tomorrow. Bye Rose."
"Bye Bella."
Once she closed the door, I sat back in the seat and sent a text to Edward telling him I'd be home soon.
His reply was instant, "Am I in a lot of trouble?"-E.
"No more than usual," was my reply.
"Bella," Seth said.
"Yes?"
"You have your seatbelt on right?" he asked.
"Always."
"Okay," he said. "We may have a tail right now."
"Really?"
"Yes. I already called Edward, and he told me to get home safely but quickly. Stay calm, I won't let anything happen to you."
"Okay," I said trying to stay calm.
My phone started to ring and I picked it up.
"Baby," Edward said.
"Yes...I'm here."
"It's going to be okay. I have faith that Seth will be able to get you home safely to me."
"O...okay."
Seth swerved the car quickly and I made made a noise.
"What was it, love?"
"Just startled...I'm okay."
"Can you do me a favor?" he asked.
"Sure."
"Look out the window and tell me what kind of car it is and if you see a license plate."
I craned my neck to look, "It's a dark blue car - I can see part of the plate. Washington plate 25Y is all I can make out."
"That's good, baby. I'm so proud of you."
"I... just want to be home with you and the kids," I said shakily.
"I know baby, you'll be home soon, Seth is a good driver."
"He is. Are the kids home?" I asked trying to focus on something else.
"Yeah, dad dropped them off about a half hour ago. You should see Bailey," he said with a laugh.
"What's she doing?"
"She's doing a little dance that Uncle Emmett taught her."
"Oh boy, I bet that's hilarious."
"It is, I'm sure she'll show you."
"I can't wait."
"Bella, we'll be home in like five minutes," Seth said.
"I'll be home in five minutes, Edward."
"That's great, baby. Is the car still there?"
"No, it just sped off."
"Good."
I let out a breath I was holding and leaned back on the seat.
"It's okay, baby. I'm on the porch waiting for you," he said as we pulled through the gates.
"Okay," I said as I hung up the phone and Seth parked the car.
Edward was off the porch and to the car before I even got my seatbelt off.
He opened the door and helped me out as his arms encircled me.
"It's okay, baby. I have you. You're safe," he said as he kissed the top of my head.
I clung to him, taking deep breaths to calm myself.
He pulled back and then lifted me up and carried me into the house.
For once I didn't object, I felt shaken.
He sat me on the couch as Bailey came running to me and Seth came in the door with bags.
"Thanks man, for getting her home safely," Edward told him as I hugged Bailey tightly.
"Anytime, boss."
"Ma-ma sad," she said as she touched my face.
"I'm better now that I'm with you. Can I see your new dance?"
"Yeth, Unca Emmy showed me. It's Gangman style," she said with a grin.
She did her little dance and I couldn't help but laugh out loud.
Seth left and Edward joined me on the couch with Grayson.
"Who do you think it was?" I asked.
"I have a good idea. Probably some of Caius' men."
"Are they looking to hurt us?"
"Probably, more me than you," he said looking into my eyes.
I tried not to look to terrified but I know something must showed on my face.
"I know, but.. it.. they can ..." I had to stop because I felt like I couldn't breathe.
He pulled me into his arms and held me to him as the kids sat between us.
"I'm doing everything to stay safe."
"I know. I'm sorry for falling apart," I said softly as I picked up Grayson and hugged him.
"It's okay, baby."
"Thank you for keeping me calm on the phone."
"I hope it doesn't happen again."
"Me either. Did you have dinner?" I asked.
"I ordered Chinese, is that fine?"
"Yeah, sounds good."
"Awesome, it should be here in about 5 minutes."
"Sounds awesome, baby."
"I'll be right back."
I went upstairs quickly and found some sweats and a shirt and changed out of my clothes.
I was still a bit shaken up, but I knew that I was safe at home with Edward and my children.
I went back downstairs as Edward was getting the food onto plates.
"What did you order?" I asked as I stood behind him and wrapped my arms around his waist.
"Sweet and sour chicken, broccoli beef, egg rolls, fried rice and crab rangoons."
"Are you feeding an army, baby?" I asked with a laugh.
"No, but I wasn't sure what you wanted."
"You're too sweet. What do you think Bailey will eat?" I asked as I choose the Broccoli Beef and an egg roll.
"I was going to give her rice and a Rangoon."
"She'll like that."
"I'll get Grayson out a jar of baby food," he said.
"Yeah, I don't think he's ready for Chinese."
"Not yet anyway. How was shopping? Did you find a dress?"
"Yes, I did."
"In the color I requested?"
"Of course."
"Did you ask Rose what I bought you for Valentines/Anniversary?" he asked with a smirk.
"Yes."
"She wouldn't tell you would she?"
"No," I said with a sigh.
"Good, but I know you will love it."
"And I'm sure it's over the top and I'll want to strangle you."
"Maybe, but it will be worth it," he said with a smirk.
"I hope you'll like what I got you."
"Baby, I'll love anything that you give me," he said as we continued eating.
"I hope so."
I smiled over at him as I pushed my plate away.
"Ma-ma ated all her food," Bailey said as she scooped up her rice.
"I know, she did a good job."
"Ma-ma have cookie now?" she asked looking hopeful. "Ba-ee have cookie too?"
"Yep, here you go, sweetie."
"Tanks, Da-da," she said with a huge smile.
I couldn't help but laugh as he finished feeding Grayson.
He was so good with the kids.
"I'll clean up and then we can put them to bed."
"Sounds great."
I sat back and watched as he cleared the table, and then put the food away.
Then he came and cleaned the kids off and then turned to me.
"Are you ready to put them to bed?"
"Yeah, it's been a long day."
"It has been, I just want to hold you all night and keep you safe."
"So we're not going to have sex?" I asked looking up at him as he picked up Grayson.
"Not tonight, love. I just want to hold you and kiss you, and just keep you in my arms."
I nodded as I took Bailey's hand and started to walk up the stairs.
"Come on sweetie, mommy will put you to bed."
"Ma-ma read to Ba-ee?" she asked with a yawn.
"Of course, sweetie."
I walked into her room and changed her into pajamas and settled her into her bed.
I got down her book and opened it to the page we left off on and started to read to her.
"Ma-ma, wuv you," she said with a yawn.
"I love you too."
I only read a page and a half before I noticed she was asleep.
I closed the book and kissed her forehead as I got up and went to check on Grayson.
His light was off and he was sleeping.
I walked over to our bedroom and opened the door, Edward was sitting up against the headboard waiting for me.
"Hi," I said as I came in the room.
"Come here," he said as he held open the covers for me.
I walked to the bed and crawled in under the covers.
He pulled me in his arms and I snuggled against him.
"Are you okay?" he asked as I trembled in his arms.
"Yeah I will be."
"Are you upset with me? You seem a bit quiet," he said softly as he ran his fingers through my hair.
"No, just still worried about you."
"I'll be fine sweetheart, don't worry. We're going to Seattle tomorrow for a few nights. I plan on making love to you every night and showering you with so much love and affection. Then at the end of the month we are going to London. I booked everything, after I talked to dad. He said it is safe for you to travel."
"That's exciting," I said smiling up at him.
"It will be, you and me exploring London, making love and sharing fish and chips. It will be perfect."
"That does sound perfect."
I snuggled into him and he wrapped his arms tighter around me.
I was really looking forward to this trip.
I've never been to England and I was glad that I was going with Edward.
"Thank you for taking me, I can't wait to go with you."
"Baby, I will take you anywhere in the world you want to go, always."
"You're amazing, you know that?" I asked as I traced his lips with my fingertips.
"I try - you're the amazing one."
"Whatever," I said as I leaned up and captured his lips with mine.
I pulled on the back of his hair and I pulled him closer to me as our tongues moved against each others.
I moaned in his mouth as I pulled him closer.
"Bella," he murmured as he pulled away and kissed over to my ear.
"What?" I asked pulling away to look at him.
"I want you to sleep, love."
"But I want you."
"I know but you were pretty shaken up today and I promise I will make love to you tomorrow."
"Alright," I sighed.
"I'm in no way rejected you. You know that right?"
"Yeah I know."
I laid back on the bed as turned on my side towards him.
His arms came around me and he pulled me flush to him.
"I love you, my Bella and I'm glad that nothing happened to you today."
"I was really scared."
"You didn't sound it on the phone, love."
"I didn't want you to be even more worried."
"I still worried," he said with a smirk.
"I know, but I also wanted you to see I can be strong too."
"I know you can, baby. You're the strongest woman I've ever known. I love you so much Isabella Cullen."
"I love you, Edward Cullen."
"I love you too, Bella Cullen. I want us to sleep tonight because tomorrow night I don't intend for us to sleep much," he said as he kissed my lips softly.
"Okay, deal, but I'm holding you to it," I said with a laugh.
"You have my word, love."
He pulled me closer to him and we snuggled under the blankets and he whispered his love to me as held me to him.
I couldn't keep my eyes open any longer as he held me and whispered words of love and how much he cherished me.
I awoke and looked over at him as he slept on his back.
He always looks so peaceful and beautiful in his sleep.
I admired his profile, the shape of his jaw and the stubble across his cheek.
Not too much, but just enough that I would feel it between my thighs when he went down on me.
Mmm.. just thinking about it was getting me wet.
I traced my fingers lightly over his chest, feeling the sculpted muscles beneath his skin.
I heard a low moan in his chest as I continued traces patterns on his chest.
I loved waking him up this way, it was second to waking him up as I rode him.
"Bella," he moaned.
"Yes, baby," I said softly.
"I love when you do that," he said, his voice still sleepy.
"It's almost my favorite way to wake you up."
"What's your favorite?"
"When I wake you by riding you," I said with a smirk as I ran my fingers down his chest.
"Too bad, you wanted to wait. I guess I'll have to do it another time," I said as I started to get up from the bed.
He gently grabbed ahold of my wrist, "Where do you think you are going, love?"
"Getting in the shower."
"No morning kiss, baby?"
I pecked him on the lips quickly.
"Bella," he said as I got off the bed and headed for the bathroom, dropping my clothes as I went.
I smiled at him over my shoulder as I went into the bathroom.
I turned on the shower and adjusted the temperature, and then stepped inside.
I let the water cascade over my body as I heard the door open.
"Mmm fuck I love seeing your wet naked body, baby."
I smiled over my shoulder at him, "Mmm... are you going to step in or are you going to just stand there and watch?"
"Oh that is a tough choice."
"It's not that hard, baby."
He stepped forward and slipped his hands around my waist.
He pulled me close to him, "Do you feel how hard you make me, Isabella?"
"Mmm, yes," I said as I slid my hand along his hard shaft.
"Fuck Bella," he moaned.
I continued to slide my hand up and down him as I slowly ran my finger around the tip of his cock, "Mmm.. all for me?"
"Yes baby, always."
I kept my hand wrapped around him as I lowered myself to my knees.
"Baby, you don't have to."
"I know I don't have to, but I want to. Please let me," I said as I looked up at him, my hand never stopped moved over him.
He moaned and nodded.
I slowly took him into my mouth as I sucked greedily on the tip of his cock.
I watched as his eyes fluttered shut as I took him in deeper, flattening my tongue against his hard shaft.
He flexed his hips, pushing himself further into my mouth.
I loved the feel of him moving in and out of my mouth as he slowly fucked my mouth.
I hummed against him as I slid my tongue around the ridge of his cock.
"Fuck Bella, your mouth is so perfect."
I moaned in response as I relaxed my throat taking him in deeper.
His fingers threaded through my hair as I felt him harden in my mouth.
I sucked him harder since I knew he was close.
He jumped in my mouth and hot liquid ran down my throat.
"Fuck Bella... oh fuck, yes," he moaned out as he thrusted into my mouth.
I moaned as I swallowed every drop before I licked him clean before releasing him.
He helped me to my feet and pulled me to him.
"That was amazing, not necessary but amazing none the less."
"I like making you feel good, baby."
"You did, love," he said as he crushed his lips to mine.
I moaned into his mouth as his fingers moved down my body.
They slipped between my legs and parted me gently.
The water fell down around us as he moved his fingers over my clit.
"Yes," I moaned out as he continued.
He slowly circled his fingers around my clit as he slowly pushed his long finger inside me.
I let out a gasp - he felt so damn good.
"Do you like that, baby?" he murmured against my lips as he pumped his fingers in and out of me, his thumb grazing over my clit.
"Y...yes," I breathed out. "More please."
He kissed down my neck to my breast, where he sucked at my nipple before moving further down my body.
"E...Edward," I moaned out.
He softly kissed over my stomach and he guided me to the small seat in the shower.
He knelt down before me and nudged my knees apart.
Slowly he leaned in and ran his tongue up to my clit and then he sucked it between his lips.
I sucked in a breath and threaded my fingers through his hair.
He flicked his tongue over the sensitive bundle of nerves as I pulled on the ends of his hair.
"Edward... mmm.. yes," I moaned.
He licked harder and plunged his fingers into me.
I could feel my orgasm building with each pass of his tongue.
I gripped his hair tighter as tremors erupted throughout my body as he licked and sucked harder.
"Fuck," I cried out as my walls clenched and I came hard.
I heard him moan as he licked up my release as I writhed against him.
"Edward," I moaned as he slipped his fingers out of me.
He pulled back and looked up at me with a smirk on his lips.
"What are you smirking at?"
"How beautiful you look as you came."
I could feel my cheeks flush and he reached out and caressed my face.
"Ever more so now," he said as he leaned up and captured my lips in his, our tongues sliding against each others.
"That was magnificent."
"You haven't seen anything yet," he said as he stood up and pulled me under the water with him.
We quickly washed and then he turned off the water and got out, grabbing a towel for me and holding it open for me.
We dried and dressed quickly and headed down the hall to the kids room.
Bailey was sitting up in her bed as she looked over at us.
"Are you ready to get up and go to Grandma's house?" I asked.
"Ya!" she shouted, jumping up and down.
"Where's did da-da go?" she asked as she looked for him.
"Probably to get your brother."
"Ma-ma, I wuv you dis much," she said as she stretched out her arms as far as they could go.
"I love you, my beautiful girl."
I got her changed and then we went across the hall to see if Edward got Grayson and he was just finishing his diaper.
"Where did you go?" I asked.
"Just had to do something real quick."
I just looked at him, he was definitely up to something.
"Are we ready to go downstairs?" he asked.
"Umm.. yeah, I'll be down in a minute. You can go down with Grayson," I said as I lifted up Bailey and went back to our room.
Once I knew he was downstairs, I handed Bailey the card and little box and we walked downstairs.
"Thank you sweet girl," he said as I looked around the kitchen. "What did you do?"
"Nothing," I said with a smirk of my own.
"It looks like we had the same idea," he said as he handed me a small box.
"Ma-ma got pwesent too."
"Open your gift, mommy," Edward said with a wink.
I opened the box to reveal a blue pave' heart with with diamond hearts on it.
"Edward.. oh my gosh, this is beautiful," I said as I looked up at him.
"Happy Valentines Day from me and the kids."
I couldn't help the tears that formed in my eyes.
"You're amazing Edward Anthony Masen Cullen," I said as I kissed his cheek.
"I try."
"Open your gift from me and the kids," I said with a smile.
He opened the lid slowly and and a smile curled his lips.
"These are great - I love them," he said.
"Really? I wasn't sure. But I wanted to get something that you could see, touch and feel."
He traced his finger over the E and C etched into the silver cuff links, "I really do love them, baby."
"I'm glad," I said looking into his sparkling green eyes. "What's for breakfast?"
"A smorgasbord," he said with a smile.
"Sounds delicious."
He led me to my chair, where there was a bouquet of red roses sitting there, and a card.
"These are beautiful," I said as I sat down.
"Not nearly as beautiful as you."
"Thank you."
"Da-da... up-ee." Bailey said from beside my chair.
Edward picked Bailey up and gave her a big kiss.
He sat her in her chair and she squealed, "For me? I get flowder too.
"Yep, flowers for the sweetest little girl in the world."
"Tank you da-da."
"You're welcome, sweet girl. Grayson seems to like his stuffed dog."
"Yeah, he does. You're an amazing father, Edward."
"Well, I have an amazing family."
I couldn't help but smile at him as I looked at the happy faces of my children and he smile that graced my husband's face as we ate the smorgasbord that he made.
Everything was perfect, and I didn't want to think about what the future might hold.
After we finished eating and everything was cleaned up, we got the kids ready for Grandma's and packed our overnight bags, along with our garment bags for our date tonight.
I tucked his gifts into my bag and I hoped he really liked them.
"Ready to go?" he asked from behind me.
"Yes, I think I have everything."
He nodded as he took the bags downstairs, and I picked up Grayson from his crib and Bailey held my hand.
We walked out to the car and loaded the kids inside.
"I can't wait to be alone with you, love," he said as he helped me inside the car.
"I can't wait either," I said.
He got in the car and drove quickly to his parents house.
He pulled into the driveway and started to get out.
"Bailey, be good for Grandma and Pop-pop," I told her.
"I will, Ma-ma. I help Pop-pop too. Wuv you."
"Love you too, sweet girl."
"You stay here and I'll run them inside," he said as he got out of the car.
I gave Grayson a kiss as Edward leaned him towards me.
I nodded and he got them out of the car.
I watched as he walked them to the door and went inside.
I was really looking forward to this little time away.
After a few minutes he came back and got in the car, taking my hand as he pulled out of the driveway.
"Ready?" he asked with a smile.
"Yes," I said as he held my hand as he drove towards Seattle.