Stay?
As the session progressed, I started paying less and less attention to what was being said.
"Bella? What are you thinking about?"
"Edward."
"Who's Edward?"
I looked down at my folded hands.
"Elizabeth's father."
"Would anyone like to ask Bella some questions on Edward?"
"Why are you thinking about him Bella?"
"Because I met him yesterday."
"Does he know?"
"Yes."
"What did he say?"
"He wants to stay and be a part of Elizabeth's life."
"What about you?"
"He wants us to get back together."
"Do you?"
"Yes."
"Where is he?"
"At mine. He's looking after Elizabeth today. He wants to get to know her."
The girls continued to ask questions before the end of the session ended. Samantha approached me just before I left.
"Bella?"
"Yes."
"I was wondering if I could talk to you in my office."
"Sure."
I followed her to her small office and took a seat across from her desk.
"I think you should stop coming to these support groups Bella. You don't need them anymore."
"Why?"
"From the way you speak of Edward, it sounds like you're going to be alright. If you want to keep coming then you can but I'm certain you don't need the support."
"Is it okay that I don't come?"
"Definitely. The point of this support group is to get young mothers comfortable with their situation and when they reach a certain point they can go off on their own. If they feel they need more support then, they can come back. Since today was our last meeting because of the summer vacation, I want you to think about it and if you don't want to come back then you don't have to. Just think about it."
"Okay. Thank you for all your help Samantha. I'm really grateful."
"That's okay Bella. I'm here for you if you ever need anything."
As I thought over my options I drove home. When I opened the door, Elizabeth came running into my arms as Edward stood in the doorway of the kitchen. I smiled round at him, as I held Ellie to me.
"Hey baby. Have you had a good day?"
"Yeah. Daddy played some games with me and we watched TV."
"Sounds like you had a great time baby. Why don't you ask if daddy wants to stay here again tonight?"
She jumped from my arms and ran back over to Edward. He scooped her up into his arms. I watched him nod his head with a wide smile before looking round at me. Elizabeth's arms wrapped around his neck as she hugged him to her. Walking over to them one of her arms wrapped round my neck as I wound my arms around her and Edward.
"He's gonna stay momma."
"Good. Come on baby, it's getting late, why don't you go get some pyjama's on and I'll start the dinner."
"Okay momma."
As I placed her on the floor, she ran up the stair to her room as Edward's arms circled my waist.
"How did you're support group go?"
"Fine."
"Are you sure you're alright with me staying here tonight?"
"Yes. You can stay any night. I love you."
"I love you too Bella."
His lips came to mine before I nuzzled my face into his neck.
"I need to get some things from my place if I'm going to stay here tonight. I'll be just under an hour."
"Okay. Take your time. Do you want to have dinner with us?"
"I'd like that."
He pecked my lips as he lay his hand on my cheek. I took his other hand in mine and moved my hand up to his elbow. It was everything I had dreamed of. Being in my Edward's arms again. I tightened my grip on him as I lay my head on his shoulder.
"Are you alright Bella?"
"Just fine. I missed you."
"I missed you too Bella. So much."
With my arms around his waist and his around mine, we stood together, just enjoying being in each other's arms.
"Momma, daddy. I want a hug."
"Come here then baby."
I lifted her into my arms, holding her between Edward and me.
"What do you want to do tomorrow Ellie?"
"Can we just stay here together?"
"Definitely baby. Daddy's going to go and get some clothes so he can stay here tonight. We're gonna get the dinner sorted for when he comes back. What do you want Ellie?"
"Burgers and fries."
"Okay then baby. Say goodbye to daddy so he can get going."
"Bye daddy. I love you."
"I love you too Ellie. I won't be long."
He pecked her head and pressed his lips to mine before leaving. I took Ellie into the kitchen and we started to get the dinner ready. Once Edward had come back we all sat down and ate our food. As it was a Saturday we decided to cuddle up on the couch together. Eventually Ellie fell asleep in our arms and I carried her to bed. I then joined Edward on the couch again.
"Did you have a good day with Ellie?"
"She's amazing Bella. Thank you for letting me into your lives."
"I never should have taken us out Edward. You're a great dad to her."
"You're the best mom ever Bella. She loves you. I love you."
"I love you too Edward."
He brought his lips to mine as I gripped his shirt. His tongue ran along my lips before entering my mouth. The taste of him made me hungrier for him. After a while he pulled back and leaned his head to mine.
"It's getting late Bella. We should go to bed."
"Okay. I'll be up in a minute. I just need to do something."
"I love you."
"I love you too."
As he climbed the stairs, I grabbed a key from the kitchen before following him. I changed into my pyjamas and lay down with him. His fingers fiddled with my hair as I lay my head on his chest.
"Edward."
"Yes."
"I need to ask you something."
"What is it Bella?"
I looked up at him and gave him a small smile.
"Elizabeth and I were talking earlier and we wanted to know if you wanted to move in with us."
Holding the key out to him, he took the key from my hand.
"I'd love to."
I brought my lips to his as I wound my legs up with his. He rolled me over so he was hovering over me. His fingers went to the buttons of my pyjama top. Once all the buttons were undone it slipped off my shoulders.
"You're beautiful."
"You're amazing. So amazing."
His cold hands held my small torso as I pulled his shirt of his head. Pressing my lips to his chest, I closed my eyes in contentment. He ran his hands round my back, rubbing it softly.
"Go to sleep."
"Don't go anywhere."
"Never, Bella. I'm staying with you."
It wasn't long before I fell asleep.