A/N: SM owns Twilight. Thanks for all the lovely notes from last chapter, I love reading your comments and stories.

"Sorry sweet one I can't hear you... wait, I'll move away from this motley crew, hold on love." I moved as far from my gang of misfits as I could manage while still keeping Anthony in my sights. "There, let's try again. Are you okay love?"

She giggled into the phone, "We've just had the most delicious high tea in the Georgian at the Fairmont. Oh Edward, you and your sweet tooth would love it. I suspect Anthony may have inherited that from you too." She giggled again.

"Are you having fun love?"

"Edward, between Vicky, Zaffy, Leah, Alice and your mother I haven't stopped giggling all afternoon. Oh and baby you should see Carol with Lil Bit they are new best friends."

"Of course they are. It's a silly question really but I am assuming Lil Bit is having fun too."

More giggling. "Oh baby, she did the cutest thing. She was sitting next to Jane and when her drink arrived she asked Jane to drink some of her drink so she didn't spill. Jane squeezed her face up like she'd sucked on a lemon before explaining in great detail to Lil Bit that this was 'hardly hygienic practice' with the risk of passing on her germs. Lil Bit listened so seriously then she looked up at Jane and patted her hand, "is oh-kay, daddy giv momma lots of pwetty gems she will share dem wif oo."

"Jane looked so confused that it just made Vicky break out into hysterics. Jane keeps trying to explain the difference between germs and gems but every time she tries Lil Bit just smiles at her and Vicky cracks up."

So fucking cute. Vicky and Jane are an odd mix.

"I miss you and Lil Bit but I have to admit I'm enjoying spending time with the boys. We're at the batting cages and I swear Ant is doing great. Jasper knows a lot and is really coaching him well, he wants to help me find a little league team for Ant."

"That's fantastic. Oh, I have to go baby, we're about to head off for the next stop."

"Where are you headed now?"

More giggling. "Oh, you're going to love this Edward, Vicky's organised a private session for us at Nancy Meyer ... to buy honeymoon lingerie."

Oh. My. God. I groaned into the phone, "Oh sweet one, you are such a tease. I can't wait to see what you buy. Make sure you buy some sexy things in navy blue, I love you in blue, I love you in silk and lace and I love you in nothing at all."

Her breathing hitched and my head filled with images of Bella modelling her purchases for me as I sit in bed watching her parade one sexy nightie after another, teasing me... oh god. I had to think about something else... quickly. I didn't want to have an erection while out with the guys... so I thought of the opposite of my beautiful Isabella - Emmett in the same lingerie with all his bits... yup, that did it. All good.

"Well you naughty girl, off you go and have a lovely time. Call me again before heading off from the lingerie store won't you love."

"Yes baby. I'll call. I may even send you a naughty selfie if I find something sexy for you." More giggles. Naughty minx.

"Off you go, woman. Minx."

"Bye baby."

Damn I loved it when she called me that.

I went back to join the guys to find Carlisle was up to bat, so I sat with Emmett since Jasper was talking Anthony through everything Dad was doing wrong in his batting stance. Carlisle missed another pitch and Jasper pointed out to Ant that this just proved his earlier points. Emmett looked at me and raised his eyebrows obviously thinking the same thing I was, so I leaned across to whisper to Jasper, "Hey... umm Jazz? You might want to go easy with the critical review of your girlfriend's father when he's up to bat... just sayin'..."

Carlisle narrowed his eyes at Jasper who swallowed loudly, "Oh right, sorry. Umm... nice swing Carlisle."

Not fooled for a second and unwilling to let Jasper off the hook straight away, Carlisle grinned, shot a wink to Anthony before looking back, ready to bat. "Hey Anthony, want to see Poppa Carlisle's secret swing?" When the ball came in he thumped it for a huge hit. Dad walked over to Anthony to hand him the bat and grinned at Jasper, "That's how it is done my boy. Your turn Ant. Do you want Poppa's help?"

"Yes please Poppa Carlisle." I pulled out my phone to film my Dad helping Anthony swing as the ball comes in, fucking fantastic feeling to watch them together.

Ant swung and thumped the ball straight and hard; we all jumped up and cheered. Dad scruffed Anthony's hair, "Good job, Ant, you're a natural."

He left Anthony to face the ball by himself and went to sit with Jasper, "You know Jasper, you know a lot about baseball. Would you consider being a little league coach? I'm sure Edward would feel better about Ant joining a little league team if he knew family was on the coaching team." Jasper looked a little taken aback at first, probably because Dad wasn't being cranky with him but also because he called him 'family'.

Emmett joined in, "Jazz, you should definitely consider it, I'd be assistant coach if you want. I'd love to spend time with my little man Ant. I'd back you up man."

I was so proud of my family, not only for wanting to sign Anthony up for Little League, which would be fucking fantastic to see him out there playing with a team, but also for wanting to spend time with him.

"You know actually I think I would really enjoy that Emmett, Carlisle. Thanks." Jasper looked genuinely moved by their inclusion.

"Grandad, your turn," Anthony passed the bat to Bob and then came to where I was sitting. He walked into my open arms and I turned him so we could watch Bob at bat. Bob was doing great and the guys were all cheering him on.

I leaned down to speak softly with Anthony, "You did great son." He turned and gave me his winning half smile, as much for me calling him son as for the praise of his batting skills. "Would you like to join a Little League team?"

He nodded, "I would really like that, especially if Uncle Jasper and Uncle Emmy could be my coaches."

I showed Ant the video I took of Carlisle helping him to bat and he laughed as he watched; the sound of which squeezed my heart. "Shall we send the video to your momma?" He nodded and held my arms as I rested my head on his shoulder and looked at the screen on my phone to type in the text.

'Poppa Carlisle teaching Anthony his secret swing... video to follow... Edward'

With the message sent I followed up by sending the video to Bella, Esme and Alice as well as to Carlisle, Emmett and Jasper. Everyone's phones pipped at once and the girls all replied with sooky comments.

Carlisle's phone rang with Esme's ring tone and he went to the same spot I had gone earlier when I was talking with Bella. He spoke softly to her and I knew she must be crying, but I knew they were happy tears so I wasn't worried. "I know Essie, he is such a wonderful little boy and he's ours... I know my lovely girl... it is so nice to have this time with him ... mmm, just think of all the time you'll have with him in Paris."

He shushed her and coo'ed to her lovingly. Once again I found myself sending up a prayer of thanks to whatever power was watching over me, that I had found a love of my own just like the one shared by Carlisle and Esme who had the best and most loving partnership I had ever seen.

When he took a seat again between Bob and me, Anthony moved over to sit on Dad's lap. "Your mother was a little emotional, she's happy Ant and I are having time together." Bob gave Dad a couple of friendly man pats on his shoulder. "I'm sorry you've missed time with Anthony, Car."

"Not your fault Bob," and he squeezed Anthony closer to him. "And how could I resent the man who has looked after my grandson so well... and anyway, you're part of my life now, aren't you Ant?"

Anthony smiled and leaned against Dad's chest as we watched Tyler slam the hell out of ball after ball.

"Wow, Tyler you're strong." Anthony was in awe of Tyler. I think Anthony had a little hero worship going for Tyler's quiet strength.

"So when Tyler is finished, we'll head off to our next stop."

Garett started handing out bowling shirts with our names on them but they were in contrasting colours so there were two clear teams. Each of the shirts had Team Edward or Team Bella on the back. Fuckers.

My huge man-boy brother came over to me with his Team Edward shirt on, slapped my back, "You guessed it Bro', we're going bowling!"

"Fine Emmett, but I want a Team Bella shirt."

"Of course you do ... you are so whipped. I am proud of you Ed, you've come a long way since you opened your heart to that sweet little baker and her daughter ... well yours now too."

We walked over to the cars together to join the others and I felt a wave of gratitude for my adopted brother. I watched him and Garrett chasing after each other like a couple of kids. Always the goofball, but I know my brother's true character. He is a gentle giant and fiercely loyal. My wingman.

We all piled into the cars again and headed to Spin Alley which was always Emmett's favourite bowling alley, mostly because it served Gino's pizza which he loved.

Jacob was waiting for us and had our tables all set up ready. "Hey Rev J how you doing?" We high-fived each other, then I chuckled noticing he had a Team Bella shirt on, as did Jasper and what the fuck... "Tyler?" Tyler gave me an embarrassed grin, "Sorry Edward but she introduced me to Zafrina and she'll have my loyalty forever for that gift my man. I grumbled at him but honestly what could I say, I was Team Bella too in my heart and on my shirt. Fuck Em's right, I am so whipped, I miss my girl. Everyone else in our group had Team Edward. "So is it just us four against the rest of them?"

"Uh, I don't think so Ed my man." Jacob tilted his head and I followed his gaze to see Sam with another man with him who looked just as tall, if a little leaner. Close behind them were my Uncles Marcus and Aro.

"Hey Edward," Sam walked to me with his hand outstretched. I took it easily, happy to see him again. "Hey Sam, how's Emily?

"She's doing great Ed we're in the safe zone now, so even if she goes into labour both she and the baby should be fine. Of course, we're hoping the little one will stay where he is for a few weeks more."

"That's fantastic news man. And a boy?" Sam looked almost bashful; clearly he was very happy with this news.

"Yeah, we've known for a while, but Emily didn't want to say anything. Oh sorry Ed, let me introduce you to Leah's brother Seth."

I reached out my hand and when Seth shook it there was an odd connection. It was strangely familiar. Whatever. He looked a little like Leah, only incredibly tall and lean. He had a huge warm smile and a kind of boyish look about him.

"Good to meet you Seth."

"You too Edward. I have to say I was curious about what kind of man could've stolen my Little Belly's heart." I could tell he was only half joking with his use of 'my' when talking about MY girl but I knew my sweet one was all mine as I was all hers, so I just laughed. My girl is such a treasure, of course other men admired her.

That was a change for me. Normally I'd be growling at even the thought of another man sniffing around my girl. Huh.

"Sorry man, but what can I say. With a woman as special as my sweet one I knew I'd better grab hold of her before someone else did or before she realised she could do so much better!"

"Don't know about that Edward, Belly wouldn't go for just a pretty face," he winked at me. Huh? "She's old for her years that one, she treats me like a little kid brother and I am six years older than her. Congratulations on the baby-on-the-way too, with your good looks and Bella's, that baby will be a heartbreaker. Hey, speaking of kids. I brought my little namesake with me - Seth come over here and show Edward your shirt."

Seth and Anthony were already huddled together looking over all the bowling balls in the rack. They ran over to us both wearing Team Edward shirts. Fuck, if that didn't take the cake.

"Hey Seth, good to see you. I really like your shirt!"

Little Seth blushed a little. "I'm really Team Bella too."

"I know you are Seth, but this is great because it means you'll be on the same team as Anthony."

Anthony beamed a huge smile and put his arm around Seth's shoulders. Seth swung his arm around Ant's shoulders and they headed back to Bob and Dad who were chatting with Aro and Marcus.

My uncles looked so hilarious in bowling shirts, talk about fish out of water. Aro looked like the star of a bad vampire movie: "Dracula bites at bowling!" I laughed to myself. I was so lucky to have them in my life and they were trying their best to look comfortable. They were inspecting the bowling balls as though they were some weird new technology they'd never seen before. Probably hadn't.

I pulled out my phone and took photos of them as they were bent over the ball recovery machine. Fucking hilarious. It was then I noticed that Marcus had a Team Bella shirt and Aro had Team Edward. I felt a growl start up in my chest at the thought of Marcus chasing my girl. Maybe I hadn't changed that much or maybe I didn't see Seth as a threat the way I did with Marcus. I snapped more photos of all the groups and sent them to Bella.

'We're bowling! Just so you know... I am Team Bella all the way to the altar sweet one... pictures to follow... Edward'

'I am laughing so hard, baby and just so you know if I was there I'd be Team Edward... all the way to forever... Bella.'

Emmett was introducing everyone and organising drinks for everyone. I noticed most of us had coke or light beer. With the kids here and three of us with pregnant partners, booze wasn't really the most important thing on our minds.

"Okay you guys, Rev J has organised us into lanes so let's BOWL!"

Jacob organised it so that after two games apiece we moved on in a reverse rotation so we all got to bowl and meet with everyone. It was a lot of fun and it stopped any 'winner' vs. 'loser' bullshit. Emmett was a little disappointed he didn't get to kick our arses so we decided to have a 'challenge' game at the end so he could get his chance to show off.

Once Emmett and Sam had finally called it a tie we went into the dining area to eat pizza and just hang out. It was actually a lot of fun. I sat with Jasper for a quick catch-up when I noticed his face turn pale as he sat staring at his phone.

"What's going on Jazz?" I looked over his shoulder and he desperately tried to close the screen.

"What the fuck Jasper, was that my sister... in a teddy?"

He stared wide-eyed at me and nodded slowly. I wasn't sure if he was worried I was going to punch him or if he was in shock from the photos. I laughed at him, "She's teasing you man." He nodded again: "That's the fourth picture she's sent me." He reached for his beer and took a long swig.

"Don't worry Jazz, I'm not going to hit you again. But I wouldn't let Em see those pics if I were you. I don't think I could get in first again and trust me, you don't want to be hit by Emmett, he's a strong fucker."

Jazz just nodded again, still in shock. Whipped.

Speaking of which, I pulled out my phone to check on my sweet one, when I realised I had a few missed texts and messages.

'Do you like them?...your sweet one'

Did I like what? I opened the pictures and oh my fucking god. There was one image after the other of my Isabella in the most deliciously sexy lingerie... the white one was breathtaking but the navy one made me almost fall off my chair. I kept scrolling and one after the other ... fuck. She is so beautiful.

'Buy all of them ... two of the blue one... please love for me, Edward.'

'All taken care of, the girls each bought me something for my trousseau as a bridal shower gift ... you'll be happy baby... very, very happy.. Bella'

My brain wasn't functioning and all I could think was what the fuck was a trousseau. WHO CARES? SHE HAS LINGERIE...LOTS OF LINGERIE. Damn.

Anthony and Seth were playing the games in the arcade area. They'd tried teaching Marcus and Aro some game but they couldn't get it until they sat down to the Midnight 4 car racing games. Now Seth was on Marcus' lap and Anthony was on Aro's and they were in their element speeding and driving recklessly. Thank god neither of them actually drove cars; like me they liked speed just a little too much.

"You take the wheel Anthony! That's right, you're a Volturi alright, look at these wheel skills brother."

"Come Seth, let's show them wheel skills." Marcus put Seth's hand on the wheel and Seth laughed hysterically as he spun the wheel a little too enthusiastically and their car hit the wall. We all laughed and cheered them on.

"Okay guys, gather your bits n bobs - we're off to the ballpark! Game starts soon."

I looked over to Em and he was beaming at me. "Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros, all enjoyed from the Home Plate suite! Come on crew, let's go."

I shot another text to Bella.

'We're heading to the baseball, miss you and my Lil Bit... were you at? ... E'

'Enjoying a cheese platter with the girls in a nice lounge... missing you and Ant ... B'

'No soft cheese remember love... will call from the ball park... E'

'Two more days baby, just two more days ... B'

That's right, just one more day and we will belong to each other in every way possible. I can't wait for that moment when Jacob announces Mr and Mrs Cullen.

"What is that smug expression for, my nephew?"

I turned to see Marcus standing behind me, "I was just texting with my girl and realising this time Friday I will be a very happily married man."

Marcus slapped my shoulder, "I am happy for you nephew, but remember she's my precious angel so you'd better not hurt her."

"Not possible to do intentionally. I can be a bit of an idiot when it comes to women Uncle, but I will alway put Bella and my family first, you can take comfort in that fact."

We walked over the to the cars together and climbed in. Aro and Anthony had bonded and become inseparable over the past few hours so I sat with Garrett and Sam where I could keep an eye on Ant.

When we arrived at the stadium we were guided to the suite which was huge with a fantastic view of the home plate, but the best view was that of my Lil Bit jumping off her momma's lap and running toward me, "Daddee!"

I squatted down and opened my arms and she crashed into me, "Oh my sweet little love, I missed you. Have you had fun with momma and the girls?"

"Wes, we had yummy cakes and very little sand-wishes and Jane helped me wif my jooce. Jane is my speshal fwend now." I grinned at Jane who looked adoringly at Lil Bit, who was playing with the buttons on my shirt as she continued talking to me. "Then we was at the panties shop for really looong time." I laughed at both her reference to the 'panties' shop and her obvious frustration at it taking so long. "Has oo had fun Daddee?"

"Yes my little love, we've had fun too but I am much happier now that you are here with me. Shall we go say hello to momma now? I missed her too."

She wriggled in my arms so I put her down on the ground and she ran to Bella. "Momma, Daddee's here too!"

Bella stood up and walked into my arms. I loved having her nestled against me. "Hello baby."

"Hello sweet one." I leaned down and we were quickly lost in our bubble, lost in our kiss. She tasted so good. Damn, I loved this woman.

"Ant Knee! Momma and Daddee is kissing again," Lil Bit laughed.

"Hello Elizabeth." Ant gave Lil Bit a cuddle. "I like your shirt."

I pulled away from Bella and then realised both she and Lil Bit were wearing Team Edward shirts! Awesome.

"I like your shirt too sweet one."

"I told you earlier, I am Team Edward all the way to forever." She reached her arms up around my neck and kissed me again.

"You two are sickening. But that's okay you're getting married on Friday so I suppose it's to be expected, but seriously, you're sickening."

"Go away Vicky, I'm kissing my girl." I joked and turned Bella away from Vick.

"C'mon Vick, I've missed you, come and sit with me and show me some love."

Vicky giggled, "Oh fuck off, Garrett." She slapped his arm, "Did you like the pics I sent you? I bought some super sexy lingerie."

"Damn woman, stop teasing me."

I chuckled because I knew that although Vicky and Garrett were seeing each other they hadn't had sex yet. Garrett told me he didn't want to push her after her marriage disaster with James. He wanted to be sure that she was sure or something like that. But they were clearly getting closer every day and it wouldn't be long. Garrett loved her brash manner and clearly cherished the heart of gold that lay beneath.

I went around the room to greet all the ladies who'd been with Bella all afternoon, when Jess and Lauren arrived. I was surprised to see that Jess was Team Bella.

I raised a questioning eyebrow as I greeted them. "Get over it boss, apart from that week where you lost your marbles altogether I've never known you to be happier, funnier, easier to work with and smarter than since that gorgeous woman came into your life. So I am Team Bella all the way."

I held my hands up in surrender - "Hey, no argument here" - and I pointed to the name on my shirt. "I'm Team Bella too, Jess."

Lauren gave me a hello hug and then gave Jess a kiss before going to get them a drink and head out to the seats in front of the suite to watch the game.

"I've lost her now for the next few hours. She loves the Mariners!" Jess laughed and headed over to sit with Esme and Carol.

Bella and Leah went looking for the kids to take them to the bathroom and then get them something to eat. I grabbed a light beer as I went out to sit with Lauren and the guys to watch the game.

After a little while, Ant came out and sat between Aro and Carlisle. Lil Bit was sitting with her new 'speshal fwend' Jane who was chatting with Alec. I was thrilled when Bella came and sat on my lap as we watched the game together. Jasper and Alice were laughing as Jazz couldn't decide who to cheer for - Seattle in honour of his Uncle Phil or Houston because he came from Texas.

I can't say I watched too much of the game. I was too distracted by Bella's neck and her earlobe and her collarbone and her shoulders. She turned in my arms and we were kissing seriously now and probably inappropriately for the occasion, but hell this was our day.

We broke apart when we heard laughter and cheers from all over the stadium, curious what the joke was. Carlisle and Bob pointed to the big screen and there, in startling clear close-up was my sweet one and I necking with "Congratulations Edward and Isabella" written across it. Fuck. Bella turned bright red which only made everyone laugh the louder.

Call me a caveman but I was as smug as hell. I held up her ring finger and kissed her engagement ring and then gave her the most searing, passionate kiss I could. We were lost again, lost in the kiss and lost in each other.

A/N: Thanks to jg_rat for his beta skills. Well next update is the wedding! it's going to be great. Did you like their family friend bucks and hens outings? so are you Team Edward or Team Bella... me I have been and always will be Team Edward! see you next time. *mwah*