Rosalie POV

During the present...

I can't believe this is happening to me. You know you weren't on birth control and had unprotected sex, it's time to put on your big girl panties and face the music. I took out my cell to check the time. It's been more than enough time, I picked up the two tests and braced myself. There's no way I could be pregnant.

I looked at the tests. Two vertical lines on each one, my heart sunk. Everything feels so surreal. I can't be pregnant. Shit! I took deep breaths, what am I going to do!? I need a drink.

I headed downstairs and when I got to the last step my phone started vibrating. I looked at the screen, great it's Emmett calling me for the millionth fucking time.

Doesn't he know what it means when someone fucks you, doesn't call you afterward and never answers your calls. I'm sure he's done it to a lot of women so now he can have a taste of his own medicine.

I grabbed a glass and a bottle of my favorite wine. I filled the glass and held it up to my lips but couldn't bring myself to drink it. What if I want to keep it, alcohol can- snap out of it Rose. You're not keeping it. You're young, have good career and definitely going places, nothing can stop you. A baby would only throw my life into chaos and ruin my good looks. Not to mention Emmett would be thrilled he's connected to me forever, or so he would like to think.

I don't want kids before marriage and I have no intentions of settling down now. I'm going to get rid of it and pretend like this never happened. That's right, that's what I'll do.

I look down at my frozen hand, it feels like it fell asleep. If I believe everything I just said why can't I pick up the glass? My landline started ringing. Damnit I know it's Armold, why won't he leave me alone!

The trial continues in two days, I'm pregnant by my not just my victim but also friend's accuser's attorney and he won't leave me alone and she's still unconscious! I have to calm down. Put on your 'everything is perfect' mask and be your normal self. I know what I'll do, I'll go and visit Bella. When I see her lying there unconscious it does make me feel extra guilty but when she smiles in her sleep I feel a lot better. It's like she's happier in her dreamworld than she would be in her everyday life.

The doorbell rung and snapped me out of my thoughts. I swear if that's another present I'm going to lose it! I grabbed my keys and headed for the door already feeling sorry for the delivery boy.

Bella POV

During the present...

I feel so groggy, feels like I took sleeping pills but only slept for half an hour. I definitely need more sleep. I kept my eyes shut hoping to fall back to sleep but the memories of the dreams I had flooded my mind. I sighed. Why am I suddenly dreaming about the happy times with him.

I guess it's better than the nightmares. I was plagued with chronic nightmares ever since it happened, now I'm suddenly dreaming about the fun times Alice, he and myself had. I opened my eyes briefly and everything looked like a blur so I shut them again. I'll rub them after my nap.

*FLASHBACK*

Bella POV

I had to buckle up when we were about to land, the landing part wasn't that bad. I squeezed Alice's hand while she slept and Edward held my other hand. We had to let her in the room or she would have tore down the door.

It's around 5am here so I know it's around 11pm back home. I got a few hours of sleep on the jet next to Alice while Edward was doing...Edward things? It seems like he never sleeps, ever. I have to make sure he rests and doesn't work too much. I did promise Mrs. Masters.

someone brings their luggage off of the plane.

I can't wait to get to wherever we're going. I need sleep. I wonder if this is how Alice feels about shopping, a constant need to do something. Edward helped me into a sweater. Alice fussed with hers so I put it on her for her. She seems too tired to make Edward help her with hers and her eyes are only half opened. We napped earlier so we shouldn't feel so tired. Maybe we're jet lagged. I looked at Edward and he looked perfectly fine and perfectly perfect, doesn't he ever get dark circles from lack of sleep. He's probably used to this.

Alice and I were helped off of the jet and there was a car waiting for us. I could barely keep my eyes open and can't wait to hug the first bed I see. I'm used to going to bed around 11pm or midnight and if I somehow stay up later than that, I drop at 1am, there's no going past one in the morning no matter what I'm doing. My brain would make my body stop whatever movement it's doing and shut down. I can only stay up past one in the morning if I had napped during the day.

Alice and I were helped into the waiting car. Her eyes still half opened and I heard her mumble something that sounded like "bona". I was clueless.

"I didn't hear you, Aly. What was that, are you still cold?"

She shook her head and repeated what she said but all I could make out again was "bona". Her voice was quiet and low due to her sleepiness.

Edward obviously heard what she said because he smiled.

"She said Dolce and gabbana." He clued me in.

How did he even hear her, I must be doing deaf. Then what Alice said finally rung a bell and I laughed.

"Ohh you mean the brand of the sweaters. How do you know what we're wearing when your eyes are barely even opened and I had to put yours on you. Do you sniff these things out or have some kind of clothing senses I don't know about?"

"Maybe."

"She's full of surprises." Edward said.

I knew we had finally arrived at our destination when we stopped in front of a huge wall with a fancy gate in the middle with a giant gold letter 'E' and letter 'M' on each gate. I've seen so many black and gold gates in upperclass neighborhoods but this gate had a unique design and style to it. Whoever made it is very talented.

The gates opened and the driver drove in and I noticed large water fountains in the yard and flowers everywhere. It was like rainbow fell out of the sky and into his beast of a yard. The driveway led up to the double doors and when we got of the car I noticed the array of flowers. Flowers of indigo, green, red, yellow, pink and other colors were all planted together making large bouquets of rainbows. There was a section that had strictly roses. Vibrant green vines ran along and through the flowers.

there were benches with designs and everything.

I heard light breathing next to me and looked at Alice. She's asleep! I still don't understand how someone can be so tired they'd fall asleep while standing. I would have dropped flat on my face.

The doors opened to reveal an older man who looked to be in his fifties dressed in black and white butler attire. I guess he keeps the place together while Edward is away.

"Welcome back, Sir. Welcome, Ladies." He said then stepped aside.

"There's no turning back now." I shivered ran up my spine when Edward's lips made contact with my ear.

The next Morning...

I woke up feeling so rejuvenated. "That was the best sleep I've had in ages." I told myself. It feels like I'm lying on a cloud. I rolled over and was face to face was Alice.

Her hair was a bit messy and she looked so peaceful. I smiled. I think this is going to be a very relaxing vacation. I threw the giant comforter off of me and sat up. There were warm, fuzz, comfy-looking slippers beside the bed. I slipped those on and headed for the bathroom.

I looked around the large bedroom and noticed there were a few doorways. I picked one and lucked out.

I rubbed my eyes and opened them wide making sure I was seeing correctly and didn't sleep walk into a spa or bath store. The walls were almost completely covered by just a mirror. It was like having your own 360 degree mirror. There were shelves with unopened electric toothbrushes, toothpastes, mouthwash, colorful soaps - I wonder if they're organic. There were loofahs, body oils, wash cloths, bath salts, organic bath washes, hair dryers and curling and flat irons were laid out. I recognize some of the brands that I had passed by while beauty shopping because they were too pricey. Wow, so many different shampoos and styling products.

There was even a large basket with rose petals. I picked a few up in my hand, they were freshly picked. I feel kind of like a... princess. I blushed a little at the thought. I guess I'm suppose to put these in my bath water.

I walked through the bathroom and took in everything. The bathroom itself was beautiful and so modern. I did note that I have yet to see a tub or a toilet. Maybe I'm still dreaming. I walked further in and through a doorway but there was no door. It was more like an entrance.

Where the heck am I and why is a bedroom attached to this huge spa wonderland. I was now standing in front of a mini pool... Huh?

Is this suppose to be the tub? The entire room was marble, the walls were marble, the floor and so was the pool-I mean tub. I don't know what to call this thing. It's like a giant, marble, square-shaped tub built into the middle of the floor. I took notice of the large, square-shaped mirror above the tub and shook my head. I stepped down into it and if it were filled with water the water would reach up to my stomach while standing up. This could easily hold over fourteen people. I wonder how long it takes to fill this. I looked around at the oils on the marble shelves and noticed there was still no toilet. This place really is huge, I bet it echos.

I continued on with my search to find the toilet and exited what I had named the 'tub room' and entered into what I was about to name the shower room. Why am I not surprised? I can't believe people actually live like this. Who splits a bathroom up into sections like this and why is it bigger than My and Alice's apartment.

Guess I found the shower. Alice would really like this color scheme, she has a thing for gray tiles. This is like being in an episode of The Fabulous Life of... I sighed and continued my search.

I went through the next and hopefully last doorway. Finally! The toilet. I can't wait to empty my bladder. Oh my gosh the seat is heated! I quickly stood up, surprised. That's weird. Why is it so warm... I sighed when I realized what it was. I really shouldn't be getting so surprised but I can't help it. A smart toilet...really Edward. I sat down to resume peeing. I guess I should be happy the seat isn't made of gold. When I was done I washed and dried my hands then exited the bathroom.

I headed out of the multi-room bathroom and thought about what I would do. My mind got away from me and as I was slowly starting to panic I remembered what Edward said. He did say not to bring anything. Maybe I should find him and ask him about clothing.

My eyes darted around the large room for the other door I had noticed earlier. I passed the bed and saw the fluffy ivory comforter was now wrapped around Alice four times. This brings back memories, she always hogged the covers when we were little. I maneuvered through the expensive-looking furniture which were everywhere to the point of the room almost being overly furnished. Why does one need a chaise lounge with a solid gold frame? I have to remember to ask Edward about this.

Finally! I walked in and lo and behold, a closet! I wasn't surprised by the size. "Honestly Bella, you knew it was coming." I told myself. The racks were jammed with clothing and all assorted by color and clothing type, outwear, dresses, pants etc... There were even evening gowns on mannequins in glass displays.

I ran my hand over a yellow dress then pulled it out and took it off the hanger. It was a nice strapless summer dress, similar to the one I'm wearing but the fabric was a better quality and it looked like a more expensive and better-made version to mine. It's even my size.

I walked around the closet and took in the shoes and jewelry. Wow. All of the shoes and clothing were the exact size I wore. There was a short, wide dresser in the middle of the first section of the closet and I pulled out a drawer.

Alice wears a size or two smaller than I do and she's way shorter than I am. These won't fit her well. When I thought about it, we don't wear the same size anything... although some of her dresses fit me well but are way too short on me. Are these for the both of us or just me?

Wow... even the underwear is my size! I blushed at the thought of Edward handpicking me underwear. I really hope he had an assistant or someone do this. Most of the underwear were lace and sheer. I pulled out a little square drawer on the side of the dresser and it was full of thigh-high stockings. Those were my size as well. I wonder if... it can't be... can it? Are all of these for me? I need to see Edward. I grabbed some underwear and the yellow dress I eyed earlier and headed for the bathroom.

I brushed my teeth and headed to the mammoth of a tub. How am I suppose to fill this thing anyway? I looked around for a faucet or some kind of button until I found one. There were symbols on them and I realized I could even adjust the temperature in the tub once it's filled.

I felt the urge to swim around in the tub while taking a bath but fought it. I got out of the bath and grabbed a towel off the built in wall shelf, even the towels feel like I'm being wrapped in a cloud. I pushed the button to drain the tub and it rinsed automatically with hot water. I shook my head at the number of gallons of water it probably takes just to fill it. What a waste.

I dried myself off and got dressed. I parted my hair in the center and braided it into two pigtails to keep out of my face. Alice was still sleeping when I walked back into the room. I hope she's having happy dreams.

I left the room and was now standing in a hallway with a number of doors and sections that led to other hallways. This place is nicely furnished, I thought to myself. I looked through some of the windows and admired the flowers outside. Oh yeah, I need to find Edward. Crap! I don't remember the way I came last night.

After walking and wandering around for forever I came to some stairs. Ugh so many flights! It's a good thing I'm walking down and not up. After what felt like an eternity I reached the bottom of the stairs and looked around. I decided to go left and found myself in what would be my Mom's dream kitchen. She would freak if she saw how amazingly well-decorate and not to mention spacious it is! That reminds me...I have to call her and Dad. I hate fibbing, maybe I should let Alice do most of the lyin-talking. Relax Bella, it's not lying lying. It's just a little white lie, besides, you're a grown woman.

"Good morning, gorgeous."

I felt arms wrap around me from behind.

"Edward! Good morning."

"If I didn't know better I'd say you haven't seen me in weeks."

"Finally I found you!"

"I wasn't aware that I was hiding from you."

"This place is huge, it's beautiful but huge. I got lost and oh my goodness, the stairs. I'm so tired."

"Why didn't you just take the elevator?

I paused.

"This place has an elevator?!"

"Of course."

"Why am I surprised." I sighed.

I was in some sort of horror movie with never-ending hallways and so many doors. I should tie a long enough rope around your wrist so that when I venture off I can still find you."

Edward chuckled.

"Don't worry, you'll get used to it. I'll have Sebastian give you and Alice a tour later on. How is she doing?"

"She's still sleeping. I don't remember getting into bed last night. When I think about it last night seems like one big blur."

"You mean this morning." He corrected me.

"Oh that's right. What time is it now?"

"2pm."

"Ohh. I have to get used to this time zone. Alice is probably still exhausted."

"I had Sebastian take her to her room last night and almost half an hour later I found her wandering the halls. She had insisted on sleeping next to you. Her room was originally on the second floor but she wanted to be on the same level as you with a room adjacent to yours."

"That does sound like Alice, I hope she wasn't an inconvenience."

"Not at all. Who could blame her, I can barely stay away from you myself." Edward told me while playing with one of my braids.

My cheeks tingled. I'm never going to get used to his touch. The simplest action makes me feel tingly inside. Not to mention the things he says. It's refreshing to see Edward doing something other than staring at forms. He looks so chilled at the breakfast bar in his white button down shirt and jeans. I wonder if Edward would win points with Mom if I told her his breakfast bar seats twelve and he has her dream kitchen. Nah, that won't work. I'll have to put off mentioning him for a little while.

"What would you like for breakfast?"

"Umm, I don't know."

Edward took my hand and led me to where a red haired woman was preparing breakfast.

"You have your own personal chef." I said trying not to sound surprised. It seems I should be used to Edward having every luxury on hand. "Wait, why are you eating breakfast in the afternoon?"

"It's a late breakfast for you."

That's right. It's morning back home. How thoughtful.

Edward pulled out a chair and sat me down. I was sitting at the longest table I had ever seen in my life. Edward doesn't have a big family, I wonder if he has colleagues and their families over for dinner. An entire feast was displayed in front of me. There were so many different things like croissants stuffed with ham and cheese, pancakes, different styles of omelettes, french toast and...pastries! I could see the steam coming off of the food.

I looked down the end of the table on my left then to my right. The entire table was covered in food. There wasn't an inch of tablecloth left to be seen. How long did it take her to make all of this, I hope she had help but it doesn't seem that way.

"Good morning, Madam. Is there anything special you would like me to make for you?"

"Umm... I don't know."

I looked at the pastries with berry toppings and provolone with spinach toasts with turkey, sausages, egg whites and bacon trying to decide. Then there was the classic steak and eggs and breakfast muffins. I could see the caramelized strawberries and blueberries practically bursting out of the muffins that were topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, apples and peaches.

This is literally a freaking buffet.

"Would you like some dragon fruit salad or an éclair?"

"Um..."

"Are you craving something sweet, I have cherry pie? Also I have a freshly made caramel, dark chocolate and berry mixture if you would like to add more than just syrup to your pancakes. Would you like to try some?"

"I don't know."

"How about some yogurt or a cinnamon roll? Or how about coconut or pineapple tarts? How about trying some grits with fish stew or oatmeal sprinkled with cinnamon and topped with fresh fruit purees from the garden?"

The chef kept pushing different plates in my face and I became more confused about what I wanted after seeing each plate.

"What about steak and eggs, breakfast potatoes topped with cheese and bacon and a buttermilk biscuit? I do have chowder with cheddar biscuits. Would you like a bowl or two?"

Edward's arms encircled my waist.

"Undecided?" He grinned against my ear.

I nodded.

"I'm sorry. You worked so hard making all of this wonderful food and I don't even know what I want. I must seem so ungrateful. It's just everything looks really delicious and I can't decide."

"It's fine. You're just overwhelmed. Please take your time."

"You're dismissed, Melissa."

"Yes Sir, I'll be back around 4pm."

The woman gave me a huge, kind smile then left.

"Maybe we should have something sweet." Edward whispered in my ear.

"Okay."

Edward's lips were on my neck, my third most sensitive spot. I felt sensations run through me as he kissed and sucked on my neck hungrily. I honestly thought he was referring to pastries.

I could feel my will power dissipating. Edward's mouth was dominating mine. He kissed me hungrily and with a fiery passion as his tongue invaded my mouth.

I pulled away from him and asked

"Don't you want to have something sweet?" I asked and picked up a slice of cheesecake.

"I already am."

Edward was now on one knee in front of me. His lips made contact with my skin and he trailed kisses on my thighs. I immediately quivered and felt moisture between my thighs. I didn't even know I had such a sensitive spot until Edward.

His kisses were hungry but slow as he made his way up my thighs. The suspense was killing me and I began squeezing my thighs together.

Edward found amusement in my turmoil.

I took off my underwear and spread my legs further apart, impatient. His kisses were driving me crazy and I was aching for relief.

"Well well well." I could hear the taunt in his tone.

I blushed in shyness and slightly embarrassed.

"What would you like me to do for you, Isabella?"

Edward was looking up at me, into my eyes with a burning stare.

"What's the matter?"

"I-I want you t-to..."

"To what?"

I guided Edward's head to where I wanted it.

His tongue made contact and I quivered. He was slow and lightly making contact, I could tell he was teasing me. I took a bite of the cheesecake still in my hand. Edward parted my thighs and his tongue slid inside me making me cry out. Then I remembered Alice was still upstairs sleeping. What if she comes down and finds us?

"Edward, what if Alice or someone walks in and sees us?"

"No one is going to come here and your friend is still asleep."

Edward's tongue slid between my folds and the tip made contact with my clit. I ran my fingers through his hair as I closed my eyes and enjoyed every pleasurable sensation his tongue gave me.

I could feel myself becoming wetter and wetter. Edward slid a finger inside of me then his mouth was on me. He licked and slurped my wetness and sucked on my clit while he fingered me. I felt my orgasm near while Edward continued to suck on my clit while he rubbed me.

I cried out and gripped both handles of the chair. My heavy panting was the only sound that filled the room.

Edward slowly and gently fingered me while rubbing my clit with his thumb as I came down from my orgasm. I watched him taste my wetness on his fingers then licked the rest from me.

My legs were still shaking and I could barely catch my breath.

I forgot I was holding my panties and was about to slip it back on but Edward took it from me.

"You won't be needing this just yet." He told me then put my panties in his pocket.

Edward got a phone call and left me alone in the enormous kitchen.

Edward POV

"Sir, I've informed Malik about everything and I transferred all of my work to him. I'm flying out shortly, I'll be at my penthouse."

"Good."

"Sir, there's something very important I have to ask."

"Go on."

Twenty-five minutes later...

Bella POV

Edward sure has been gone a little while. I picked up a croissant and took a bite. So delicious. I grabbed a plate of pancakes and waffles and another with a variety of meats. I reached for the whipped cream, maple syrup and caramel and dark chocolate mixture then proceeded to drown my pancakes and waffles. Edward returned and kissed me on my forehead.

"Sorry about that, I had an important call."

Edward sat down in front of me and grabbed a plate. This is a first. I've never really seen Edward eat anything. I noticed Edward only put eggs and meat on his plate. I've only seen him drink liquor. I was starting to think he lives off of some other form of nourishment. I smiled at the ridiculous thought.

"Edward I think I've mentioned this before but I don't know anything about you. I've never let anyone do things to me like the type of things I've let you do. I don't know your favorite food or-"

"I think we've already established what I like to eat."

I blushed and couldn't meet his eyes.

"What was your favorite subject in school and what sports did you play?" I asked too embarrassed to look up from my plate.

"You're quite amusing."

"What's so funny?"

"You, you're quite refreshing. I took an interest in science, basketball and track and field. I had a normal childhood and was just like any other teenager. I went to private school then college."

"Which college and how did you start your business? How did someone so young become so powerful and wealthy? Did you ever get grounded when you were a teen and did you go to frat parties in college? What about getting wasted then cramming for tests?"

"Isabella relax and take a breath."

I can't believe it... He's laughing at me.

"Why are you laughing at me?"

"Relax, it's all in good fun."

He's not going to tell me anything about himself is he. I don't even know his favorite color. I sulked.

"How about this, everyday you stay with me I'll answer one question you have."

"Any kind of question?"

"Yes."

Only one a day? I think you can do better than that Mr. Masters."

"Alright, two."

Could I push for three, I decided to try my luck.

"Wha-"

"No." He cut me off before I could even ask. I sighed.

I poured a little more maple syrup on my pancakes and sulked.

"Sweet tooth?"

I looked up. He's not even looking at me, how does he know what I'm doing.

"Don't you like sweets?"

"No, you're the only exception."

"How do you like to celebrate your birthday?"

"Isabella if I recall correctly you've already used up your two questions."

"So I can't ask you questions, do you know the only reason I know when your birthday is is because I googled it. You somehow mysteriously know when mine is."

"I never said you can't ask me questions. Ask me anything you like but questions about my early life and personal likes are limited to two a day."

"Is it me or do you seem a bit complicated?"

I added more marshmallows to my hot cocoa.

"Maybe it's you."

"What about sexual questions, can I ask you those kind of questions?"

"Of course. I don't want you to be uncomfortable or unsure about anything when it comes to sex."

I don't even know what to ask him.

"So you're only interested in women right?"

"Are you being mischievous, Isabella?"

"No." I smiled.

"I'm straight if that's what you're asking."

"Why don't you like sweet foods?"

"I don't like the taste."

"You should lighten up and live a little. Why don't you try a danish?"

"Not interested."

"How about whipped cream and chocolate syrup covered pancakes?"

"No thank you."

"Come on, just try it, it's delicious."

I cut a slice of my syrup and whipped cream smothered pancake and held the fork in front of Edward's mouth.

Edward didn't open his mouth and only stared at me. I hope he doesn't think I'm crazy. Hmm, I have an idea.

I traced a little bit of syrup over Edward's lip and he licked it. I held the slice of pancake between my index and thumb and held it in front of Edward's mouth.

"Don't you want to try some sweet, warm, soft pancakes?"

Edward didn't look phased at all.

"Are you trying to tempt me?"

"Yes. Is it working?"

He smirked at me.

"Alright."

"You'll give it a try?"

"Yes... But only if I taste it from you." He told while he trailed his thumb over my lips and they parted of their own. He ran his thumb over the inside of my cheek and it traveled near the back of my throat.

"So warm." He commented as his thumb made his way near the back of my throat.

I became flushed.

"You're a very naughty man!"

I pushed his hand away and he smirked at me.

"I've already told you everything tastes better when it's been inside of you."

His words made me feel uncomfortable yet...so aroused...

"Well?"

I put the slice of pancake in my mouth and Edward's mouth was immediately on mine. I could feel his desire in the kiss. He was leaning over the table, his hand on the side of my head pulling me closer to him.

I returned Edward's kiss and he nibbled and sucked on my lip before pulling away.

"Delicious."

Edward was looking at me with a hunger in his eyes.

"Anything else you'd like for me to try?"

I shook my head and he went back to finishing off his breakfast. I couldn't hide the blush that was fighting to show.

"Before I forget again, I want to say thank you for the trip and all of the stuff you bought for me, the clothes and shoes are the perfect size. Your home is beautiful and um, the bathroom attached to my room is bigger than My and Alice's apartment. Not that I'm complaining, I'm really grateful. Everything is just so extravagant. Do you ever get tired of living like a King?"

Edward chuckled at my question then took my hand in his. I took the opportunity to play with his fingers.

"You're more than welcome. You travelling here with me has made me a very happy man. I meant what I said at the ball that night. Seeing you opened up a hole inside of me and I knew I wouldn't feel complete until I had you."

I blushed.

"Good morning, lovebirds!"

Surprised, I tried to snatch my hand out of Edward's but he didn't let go nor did he lose his composure. Seems like nothing surprises him.

The sound of heels clicking against marble bounced throughout the enormous kitchen as Alice made her way in. Her yelling scared the heck out of me.

"Morning Bella." She hugged my shoulders from behind and gave me a kiss on the cheek."Morning Bro-in-law." She gave Edward a kiss on the cheek too then quickly took out her cell phone and snapped a selfie with him. He didn't smile and she had the biggest grin on her face. The photo will probably look like she's some stalker who sneaked behind him.

"I can't wait to post that I'm having breakfast with Edward Masters."

"How do you know Edward wants you to post a photo of him on your instagram?"

"It's alright. I don't mind."

"We have more important things to talk about, look at me!" Alice posed at the end of the table then twirled for us.

She was in a yellow, spaghetti strap mid-thigh length bodycon dress with a sheer back and yellow satin-covered buttons running down the center of the sheer back. She had on gold platform heels.

"Edward, thank you!" She yelled while standing in front of us. "This collection isn't even out yet! Edward, how do I thank you!? I will commit murder for you!"

"Alice!"

"I'm sorry Bella but it's Givenchy!"

"I'm glad you like it."

"I love everything in my new walk-in closet. I'm never leaving, Edward! Please give my gratitude to the stylist who selected everything. It's like they knew my personal tastes."

Ohh so Alice does get her own clothing.

"I see you were feeling yellow too, Bella. Phillip Lim does make lovely summer dresses, doesn't he?"

"Huh?" I don't even know who I'm wearing, how does she?

"Oh crap, I forgot the matching clutch!"

I watched Alice dash out of the kitchen.

"We're just having breakfast, you don't have to get all dressed up you know!" I yelled after her.

"I wanna have breakfast in style!" I heard her yell back.

Wonder how long it will take for Edward to get annoyed with us and throw us out. I sighed and poured myself a second mug of hot cocoa. I have to admit, I do like seeing Alice so ecstatic.

"Now you see what I have to live with everyday of my life." I told Edward.

"I wonder if now would be a good time to tell her she'll be meeting Donatella, I don't want the poor girl to have a heart attack."

There was a gasp from behind and I turned and looked at Alice's face. I have no words to describe it.

"Did you just say Donatella, as in Donatella freaking Versace!? Did my ears deceive me?!"

"That's the same thing I said." I told her.

"No you are correct, Donatella Versace." Edward informed her.

Out of habit I immediately shut my eyes and covered my ears waiting for the deafening shriek I knew was coming.

I didn't hear anything so I opened my eyes. Alice was lying on the floor with Edward kneeling beside her. My heart sunk and I felt panicked.

I immediately dashed over to her. I tapped Alice's face with my palm while calling her name. Edward left my side briefly and returned with a cold glass of water. He poured it on her face and a little went up her nose. She woke up gasping for air and rubbing her nose.

"What the hell!"

"Are you okay?" I could hear the worry in my voice.

"No. What the hell are you two doing to me?"

"You fainted for a minute." I told her.

Alice looked confused and Edward was staring at her in his usual nonchalant manner.

"Don't you remember, Edward told you about the meeting wit-"

Edward clamped his hand over my mouth but it was too late, I saw the realization in Alice's eyes as they lit up.

"D-Don-Donatella Versace." Alice said, her breath becoming labored and it looked like she was about to pass out again.

"Open your eyes Alice!" I yelled at her while shaking her.

"I can't believe it, I must be dreaming."

"I take it we overexcited you." Edward commented.

"That's an understatement. My heart started skipping beats and beating erratically but I'm soooooo happy!"

Alice started her shrieking but I wasn't quick enough to cover my ears. Oh the pain! Her banshee scream didn't seem to phase Edward at all though.

"Would you like me to call a doctor?" Edward asked her.

"No. I'm alright."

"Are you sure?" I asked her but she looked away from me to Edward.

"Edward I have to ask you something very important."

Alice sat up and we helped her to her feet but I could tell my assistance was unnecessary. Edward placed her on her feet, her tiny frame facing his large one. She was looking up into his eyes and the atmosphere in the room had suddenly shifted. Alice looked so serious but Edward's face gave nothing away, it was just his usual indifferent expression.

I watched as Alice took Edward's large hand into hers and took a deep breath.

"Edward?"

"What is it, Alice?"

"Will you become my official bro-in-law?"

Her question knocked the breath out of me.

"By that I mean you'll have to marry Bella, please marry Bella."

I snapped out of my shock and grabbed her by her shoulders.

"Are you serious, that's the important question you had to ask him?!" I yelled while shaking her violently. "We should have left you unconscious, that way you would've stopped breathing on your own and I wouldn't have to strangle you and risk going to prison."

"Let me go."

"No. I still owe you a strangulation for what you told him on the jet."

Edward took my hands off Alice and wrapped his arms around my waist, pulling my body to his.

"Of course I'll marry Bella."

He nuzzled my neck and seemed to be in a slightly playful mood.

"Are you serious!?" I could hear the surprise and joy in Alice's voice. The girl was elated.

"We can go shopping for a ring tomorrow."

"Yay! Of course this means I get sister-in-law benefits as in you introducing me to other famed designers, me being able to pick select pieces before they hit the runway, also I get to freeload off of you guys indefinitely among other things."

"No problem." He agreed.

I can't believe my ears. How did this happen, how did I end up stuck with these lunatics and so far away from home?

"So you're just going to give me away for some fancy clothes and so you can live expense-free?"

"Bella, I'm doing this for us."

"For us, you mean for you. I never agreed to any of this, I'm my own person and you can't just betroth me to-to-"

"The man of your dreams?" She cut in.

"You two are quite amusing." Edward commented.

I broke free out of Edward's embrace. The more time I spend with these two the more I start to wish I never accepted to come here. I'm not having this conversation with them again, they can walk this road by themselves.

"Where are you going?"

"Exploring."

"You're leaving us?"

"You and Edward can make wedding plans all on your own and continue to live in la la land. I refuse to be apart of it and have you two discuss me like I'm a piece in some auction."

"Okay." Alice sounded completely unbothered. "Edward, would you prefer to see Bella in a mermaid or ballgown dress?"

I can't believe what I'm hearing. She sounds serious! Maybe I should have her evaluated.

I wondered around until I found the garden. Edward doesn't seem like the garden type, maybe his Mom wanted these planted. I did see a giant portrait of her while roaming through the mansion.

This whole situation does seem a bit unbelievable and unrealistic but my feelings... My feelings for Edward are so strong and they're real.

I ran my hand over the petals while venturing further into the garden and noticed a lot of the flowers I had never seen before. This place really is huge, I wonder what else is on this property. A place like this probably has a few swimming pools.

I stopped in front of a section in the garden that only contained roses. Pink ones entwining with red and white ones and so on. I walked through a multitude of rose arches that led to a section filled only with white roses. I sat on a bench and thought for a little while.

I'll just wait it out. I'll wait a few months and see how everything goes. If things are still going good between Edward and I then I'll tell my Mom and Dad. When I think about it no matter how I lay it out for them Charlie is still going to flip his lid. Mom may be much more understanding but Dad... I shivered just thinking about it.

Edward and Alice do get along well, maybe this isn't such a bad thing. I know this whole situation looks awkward if you're on the outside looking in but it's not really how it looks.

No matter how much I tried to ignore it that nagging voice kept creeping into my head. I'm not some high-class prostitute, Edward and I are in a relationship. He hasn't requested I do anything unreasonable or uncomfortable. When I think about it, we've only had oral sexual contact and it's always me on the receiving end. That's kind of selfish. Maybe next time I could return the favor. How would I even... Maybe I should look online for some tips. I don't want it to be crappy and terrible.

"So this is where you ran off to."

I was snapped out of my thoughts

"What were you so deep in thought about?"

I felt my face tingle and couldn't hide the blush.

Edward sat next to me and pulled me onto his lap. "Were you entertaining unladylike thoughts, Isabella?" He teased.

"Where's Alice?" I asked, changing the subject.

"I had a chauffeur take her to her appointment with Dona and don't change the subject."

"I'm not."

"Then tell me."

"No important phone calls to take, documents to look over or important video meetings?"

"No. You have my undivided attention. Today is all about you, what would you like to do?"

"Let me think."

Edward played with my hair while I thought about a few activities.

"Do you think I'm selfish?"

"Where did that come from?"

"It's just that whenever we... What I'm trying to say is all of the sexual contact we've had together is always about you pleasing me and I've never returned the favor and you've already done a lot for Alice and I."

"I see what this is about. I already told you I don't expect anything from you nor do I want you to feel obligated to do anything you're uncomfortable with or you don't want to do."

"Great now I feel worse. You're so giving and I'm so..."

"You're perfect."

"But-"

"End of discussion."

"Fine. I wonder what Alice is doing, she's probably going out of her mind with glee."

"More than likely. She'll be gone all day and night so I get you to myself." Edward's lips found their way to my neck and I tried not to lose my train of thought.

"Why so long?"

"She'll be spending the day with a few other designers, attending some parties and after parties."

"Ohh." I guess she'll be alright.

"You sound disappointed."

"No, not really. We do need some time apart, we're kind of a bit too attached to each other, I realize that now."

"I've noticed."

"When She gets back you need to tell her you were only kidding."

"Why?"

"Trust me, she believes everything you told her. She's probably thinking of the perfect dress to wear to our pretend wedding."

"Who says I was kidding?"

*END FLASHBACK*

Back to the present...

Bella POV

I sighed, another memory in the form of a dream. Except it wasn't really a dream, all of those happy times actually happened. I sat up, I'm not going back to sleep this time. While I looked around it occurred to me that I never noticed where I am the first time I woke up.

This isn't my bed and why is there an IV in my arm? I tried to think back to what happened.

*FLASHBACK*

"So who's your source for these ridiculous lies?"

"A longtime friend who works at Armold's firm contacted me. He overheard Armold on the phone with Masters. Armold may have found a link between us and baited my friend with false info to see who the snitch is. I'm not sure."

"Okay, but no more stressing Bella out. I know your actions weren't intentional, Rose. Your necklace is exquisite by the way, is it new?"

"Thanks, It's was my great grandmother's."

"Bella, if you don't want to testify then I support you, if you do, I support you in that as well. It's totally your call, we've been friends since forever and you know I'll support you in everything you do."

Alice and Rose were both staring at me expectantly. The pain from my migraine was getting worse and I couldn't think.

The room started spinning then everything just went black...

"Bella!"

*END FLASHBACK*

Oh yeah, I remember hearing them call my name. I guess I blacked out and now I'm in the Hospital.

"You're awake!"

Alice ran over to me and gave me one of her death grip hugs and I hugged her back.

"You're squeezing me too tight."

"I'm sorry. How are you feeling? I was sooooo worried!"

"I'm sorry for making you worry about me."

"Don't be silly Bella, it-"

"Bella, you're awake." Rosalie came in dressed to the nines as usual.

"That seems to be the thing nowadays, me being awake and all."

"Bella, I apologize for stressing you out even more than you already were, I was being an inconsiderate bitch."

"You can say that again." Alice piped in and Rosalie shot her a death glare.

"As I was saying before I was so rudely interrupted... Bella I was so wrong for hassling you, especially while you were in such a weak state. I couldn't see how much the trial and stress were taking a toll on you. I'm a horrible friend."

"Would you mind not mentioning the trial. She needs to rest and not think about-"

"It's fine, Alice and everything is okay, Rosalie."

"Are you sure?"

"I'm sure.

"You forgive me?"

"Of course."

"So we're good?"

"We're good."

"You're hassling her again, Rosalie."

Alice looked so annoyed.

"Sorry again. I'll stop now."

"Now that you've eased your guilty conscience Rosalie how about we tend to Bella's needs instead of yours?"

Rosalie looked like she wanted to choke Alice but refrained herself and held her tongue. I hope they weren't fighting this much while I was unconscious.

"Bella, you need to eat, please eat, for me."

"Sure. I am hungry."

"Yippe, she has an appetite! I stopped at your favorite pizza place and that Greek restaurant you like."

"The loon kept buying your favorite foods but I kept telling her we'll get them when you wake up."

I looked at a plaque hanging on the wall that had an oath to give excellent service and care.

"Umm guys, I don't want to sound ungrateful or anything but this is where you guys brought me!? Who's going to pay for the huge bill I know they're going to hit me with!? I'll have to work ten jobs and-"

"Calm down, Bella. Rosalie is paying. She chose this hospital to help her guil- I mean she chose it cause it's the best in the city."

Rosalie was getting even more annoyed with Alice.

"Thank you, Ros-"

"No need to thank her, this was all her fault anyway. You wouldn't have collapsed if she didn-"

"Alice."

"She's right Bella, no need to thank me."

"Food time."

Alice held a fork up to my mouth while making plane-like motions with it. I knew it didn't make sense arguing with her knowing how stubborn she can be so I just opened up.

After many spoonfuls later the plate was nearing empty and my stomach was full.

"So what did the Doctor say was wrong with me?"

"He said it was caused by stress and exhaustion and you need to eat and rest more."

"Don't worry Bella, everything is gonna be fine."

"That's good to know. You should eat something too Alice."

"I'm not that hungry."

"If you don't eat I'll worry."

"I'm sorry."

"Stop apologizing. I just want you to eat and get some rest. I can tell something's off with you. You would never wear that skirt with that blouse, even I know not to pair those two pieces together."

I finally got a laugh out of Alice.

Rosalie seemed fine and flawless as usual and Alice was almost done with her pizza so I decided to tell them how I felt.

"I don't want to move forward with the trial." I wasn't surprised by both their shocked expressions. Alice's turned from shocked to calm in no time.

"I'll support whatever you want to do, Bella." Alice told me while giving me a hug.

"I know and I know I can't just drop the charges. The DA's office has to decide that, right Rosalie?"

"Right."

"I don't want to continue on with the trial but I don't want not to continue on if that makes sense. I don't want people to think I was lying and did the whole thing for attention or money and that he paid me off but I don't want to go in court and sit on the stand and have to tell a bunch of strangers what happened and I definitely don't want to be cross examined by that big burly mean man. I feel so happy and rested right now and I don't want this feeling to go away. I don't want to show up to court but I wanna see this through. I'm torn."

"The trip I offered is still on the itinerary but we have to do this the legal way. Of course I can't just disappear to some tropical island with you two without a word to my Boss. If you guys wanna skip town and head to vacation before me I won't tell anyone. I'll join you two two weeks later. This mess will eventually die down and they'll stop talking about it in the papers when the next big scandal comes."

Someone knocked lightly on the door and I wondered if it was a doctor or nurse.

"Come in Patrick."

"Hey, I'm glad you're awake Ms. Adams. Ms. Smith I just wanted to let you know I'm heading out now. Sean is here to relieve me."

"Okay."

"Who the heck was that?" I asked Rosalie.

"That's one of the guards the DA's office assigned to your room. He wants me but I'm not too interested in him."

"Ohh. I forgot about that."

"We can't take anything lightly. Masters is wealthy and powerful and the trial starts again in two days. We can't risk your safety, Bella."

"I understand."

Rosalie will you take me somewhere?"

"Sure but we should get permission for you to leave and the doctor should check you out before you go anywhere."

"We won't be long. We'll come right back.

"We should still get you checked out to make sure everything is okay with you before we go, Bella." Alice said.

"Alice you're not coming."

"Why?"

"You look like you haven't slept in forever and you need to rest."

"She has been crashing on the couch every night since you were admitted."

I'll get the doctor so she can check you out.

"Why does Rosalie get to know where you're going but not me?" Alice demanded as soon as Rosalie left the room.

"It's nowhere special and it's no big deal. Rosalie looks like she's been fine but you look like you need some advil pm. I just want you to rest. I feel much better now it's time for you to rest. I need my number one support system to stay healthy." I said while giving her a big hug.

"Fine, I'll go home and sleep for hours but when I'm done resting we're gonna have a talk."

"Okay."

Rosalie returned with the doctor.

"Where's Alice?"

"I sent her home."

After being poked at and tested like some lab rat I was given the okay to leave but was told to return. I was told I'm fine but they wanted to observe me for one more night. Great, now I really feel like a test subject.

"So where do you want me to drive you?" Rosalie asked.

While at Emerald Lake Cemetery...

Rosalie POV

"Why did you want to leave Alice behind?" I asked Bella while turning into the Cemetery's parking lot.

"My parents were like Alice's parents, we grew up together in the same home as siblings before we started high school and I know when they died Alice was just as devastated as I was. I know she misses them even though she never really says it. Bringing her here would open up old wounds and me being unconscious the past few days put her though enough."

"You're always considering everyone's feelings and putting everyone else before yourself. I swear sometimes you make me want to cry. I bet you're filled with flowers, unicorns and rainbows. To be honest I envy you a bit."

"You make me sound like some kind of angel."

"You are an angel, Bella. When you met Masters you were doing charity work for goodness sake. Who would devout their free time doing hard labor for free everyday, not to mention you had to walk there."

"I don't see the big deal about it."

"And that's what makes you so special. Sometimes I wish I held that kind of selflessness and kindness in me."

"Don't you think you're a good person?"

"Sometimes. I believe I'm nice and a good person to a certain extent but you, you take it to a whole other lev-are you blushing Bella?"

"Yes because you make me feel weird when you say stuff like that."

"Your innocence is golden." I told Bella while we walked into the cemetery.

"I'll be right over here if you need me, Bella."

"Okay."

I decided to give Bella a little privacy. I watched as she went and sat down by her parents graves. I felt vibrations in my pocket and rolled my eyes. Doesn't he ever give up? I sent Emmett's call to voicemail. I know he won't leave a message, he never does. I sat on a bench behind a wall, although I couldn't see Bella I could still hear what she was saying.

"I miss you guys so much. I know if you were here this decision would be a whole lot easier. The last time I talked to you I told you bad news then I never had the chance to see you two in person. "

Poor Bella, it sounds like her heart is breaking all over again. My attention was now on a red sports car that had zoomed into the parking lot. This can't be good.

I looked over and saw Emmett Armold of all people getting out. What the fuck is he doing here and why does he have a bouquet of roses!? I ran over to the parking before he spotted Bella.

"You have no right to be here. You're out of line, Armold!" I poked my finger repeatedly in his chest.

"I heard the little birdie wasn't feeling well and had to be hospitalized."

"How did you find out?"

"I have my sources."

I looked over at Bella sitting by her parent's grave. She was oblivious to my yelling and Emmett's presence.

"How touching, she buried them side by side."

"This isn't a good time, leave."

"I see you're still wearing the necklace."

"So what if I am."

"You haven't been taking my calls."

"I've been busy."

"Bullshit. You've been avoiding me but can't bring take off that necklace can you. What a mess you are."

His words cut me like a knife, hurting more than they should have but I guess it's only because they were true...

I watched Emmett head into Bella's direction.

I ran behind him and pulled on his arm.

"Why are you doing this here, now, why!?"

"I've been calling to ask you if you've made the girl aware of any of the deals I've offered."

"How did you know where we were?"

"I have my ways."

I sighed. "Of course you do." I said dryly. "So you're going to bring up the trial at a time like this, she's in emotional turmoil and she just woke up a few hours ago. She doesn't need any stress today, I plan to go over everything with her tomorrow."

"Everything except the deals I offered." He retorted.

"I can't believe you're doing this just to spite me because I hit it and quit it!"

Emmett grinned then continued for Bella with the bouquet of white roses in his hand. I know he doesn't care about Bella or her feelings. He probably bought those flowers as a joke to mock her. Nervous, I watched as he approached her.

"Isabella, we meet again. You already know who I am so no introductions are required. I heard you haven't been well lately. I'm delighted to see you're feeling better."

I watched while he handed Bella the flowers and she absent-mindedly took them. I doubt he'll tell her about us but he shouldn't be here.

"You're here."

Bella looked like she was thinking hard about something then she came back to earth and threw the flowers with disgust.

"I've called Ms. Smith's office a number of times to offer her a few different deals. She shoots them all down but I'm here because I don't think she's made you aware of them, haven't you. Ms. Smith?"

Emmett was looking at me and I wished I never went to law school or became an ADA.

I watched Bella stand quickly to her feet and tried to get away from Emmett. "If you're here then that means Edward knows where I am!"

Emmett grabbed her by the arm and she looked pissed.

"Ms. Adams please put aside your obsession with my client for a minute to focus on what I'm saying to you."

Bella looked appalled by his words.

"Get your damn hand off of her."

Emmett let her go and she turned to me.

"What deals, Rosalie what's he talking about?" Confusion and worry were written all over Bella's face.

I could see the amusement dancing in Emmett's eyes. Son of a bitch.

SNEAK PEEK!

*FLASHBACK*

"What do you mean you're running off with some strange man you just met!?"

"Why do you have to put it like that?"

"Because that's how it is. After being out all night partying until 3am you spring this on me now."

"Relax Bella. When I got in the car yesterday the driver gave me a new iphone with a sim that already had Edward's landline and your cell number programmed into it. He said it was a gift from Edward. Oh how I love my new bro-in-law."

I sighed. Alice had gone all starry eyed again. "Yes, he's generous but lets not stray from the topic. You meet this guy at a party, come home intoxicated then you tell me now during breakfast that he asked you to stay with him after only knowing you for less than 12 hours!?"

"Sounds familiar doesn't it, pot?"

"Don't try to turn this around on me and I knew Edward at least a month before he offered this trip fyi. Lets not forget you were the one who convinced me to come!"

"I know I know it's just..."

Alice stuffed large pieces of pancakes in her mouth.

"That's not going to work. I accepted this trip half way across the world for you, you convinced me and deep down I knew you would be happy here in Europe, one of the biggest fashion headquarters of the world. I wasn't going to come here without you, we're a package deal now you're running off and leaving me by myself. I love seeing you happy even when it's at my expense so why do you want to run off with some dude who could be a serial killer or into weird, freaky stuff? I will choke those pancakes out of you, open your mouth and talk to me Alice! "

She sighed then swallowed without chewing. I rolled my eyes at her terrible habit.

"Bella, I thought Edward was off his rocker when you told me about him. When you first told me about Edward's proposal my thoughts were he was some billionaire sicko who wanted to prey on you then pass you around to his other rich friends. But I thought about it and he didn't seem that way at all, plus he earned points with me when he didn't take advantage of you before bringing you home with a hangover the next morning. He seemed like a really nice guy then I spent time with him and learned he's a really great guy and probably one in a million. And I bet when he saw you it was love at first sight for him, now here we are in Italy in his 350 million dollar mansion eating a buffet of food for breakfast. You two are perfect and happy and you'll more than likely grow closer and even happier but hopefully not too close before he marries y-"

"You're getting off topic again."

"I met this guy, we hit it off great. By some magic of the stars aligning I met a rich guy who's really into me. I can end up happy with him living in his mansion and hopefully fall in love to get married. And you don't have to tell me why you accepted the trip. I know you did it to make me happy but I would have been just as happy with only the two of us in our apartment. But I'm here and the opportunity has presented itself. Please just trust me and be positive about my shot at happiness like I was about yours. I know you're worried about me and I love you for that. But please, just try to understand. This is a once in a lifetime chance for me finding wealth and even more happiness." Alice begged while squeezing me tightly.

"Fine. But I wanna meet this guy and I wanna see where he lives! I have questions for him."

"No problem."

"What's his name anyway?"

"Benjamin."