Aw, yes, it was awesome and it's so nice to see them sane!! Or at least mostly sane!!!!

Author's Response:

Hey Beth,

thanks for the amazing star rating.

Awww thank, yes mostly sane lol 

 

As promised here is the teaser, it’s Bella’s POV…enjoy!

 

I opened my eyes and was greeted by Edward saying, “Good morning, love.”

 

I sighed and snuggled further into his cold embrace. He chuckled when I closed my eyes and tried to get back to sleep. When I couldn’t, I huffed and looked up at him.

 

I will never get used to his beauty; it literally takes my breath away, I thought.

 

“At the risk of repeating myself—good morning,” he cooed in my ear.

 

“G’ morning.”

 

“Do you want to get up?” he asked as he lazily stroked my hair and back.

 

“Not yet. I have to have a human moment, but then I just want to be back here lying in your arms.”

 

“Whatever you want.”

 

He released his grasp on me, and I headed into the bathroom. I used the facilities and brushed my teeth. I would take my shower later on when I got dressed.

 

I opened the door to the bathroom to see Edward lying in bed. I took him by surprise when I didn’t go right over to him. Instead, I went over to the mini bar; I’m sure he was worried when he saw me open it. I hate to admit it, but I automatically checked to see what the alcohol selection was like. The mini bar was alcohol-free–Rose and Em must have had something to do with that. I took a deep breath, grabbed a bottle of water, and closed the door. Then I went over to the bed, took two of the Tylenol from the bottle on the nightstand, and climbed under the covers.

 

I leaned over and kissed him. It was slow and lingering; all too soon, I felt him pulling away.

 

“That was wonderful, but I thought you were going to go back to sleep?” he asked, a twinkle in his eyes. His eyes were getting darker by the second—he was aroused.

 

“I’ll be going back to sleep this morning when you do,” I told him with a smirk. He laughed and shook his head at me.

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E

Alright... I understand the need for this chapter - but it didn't really shine the light on anything new.  We knew there would be a talk between them... and we basically knew what they were both feeling during the ordeal - but of course they have a huge issue of Rehab to iron out. 

I actually think Bella could do this without rehab - for there are people through sheer willpower that have recovered on their own - and Bella does have a mindset where she could do it - as long as she was honest with Edward during the more difficult times.  To be honest, I think Rehab would be a quicker recovery, and an easier one - given the professionals would know exactly what she is experiencing and what she needs to do to overcome those old desires.  I do think it would be a mistake for Edward to solicit Carlisle's help on ganging up with her.  The best way would be for Carlisle to recommend someone for Bella to see - just to understand the pros and cons between the two different routes to take.

Glad Bella told Edward how important Rosalie was - as it will help in the way Edward responds to her sister in the future.  And I like knowing that Bella plans to apologize to Alice.  Everything that went down will have brought the three sisters together.  (Yes, I already do look at Bella as Alice and Rose's sister.)

So, not a lot going on in that last chapter - although their intamacy has certainly progressed quite a bit.  :-)

Thanks again for sharing - and I will look forward to MORE!

Author's Response:

Hey JR,

OMG thanks for the amazing star rating and the long review. I'm going to answer point by point to the best of my ability. 

1)Nope, just the fact that they expressed themselves physically and are being honest now.

2) Rehab is a huge thing to work out...I loved writing that chapter it's ch 31 in case you wanted to know, when its addressed.

3) Really? no rehab....interesting

4)I get the ganging up thing but really Bella has to know where he stands. besides if he did do you think she couldn't fight him tooth and nail?

5)It will, she's much closer to Rose now, and Ed should have a new respect for Rose.

6)They are her sister...her and Alice, work to be done there.

7)yes it did, hard to write, but it was fun.

Awww thank you for reading for me this is fun. 

 

As promised here is the teaser, it’s Bella’s POV…enjoy!

 

I opened my eyes and was greeted by Edward saying, “Good morning, love.”

 

I sighed and snuggled further into his cold embrace. He chuckled when I closed my eyes and tried to get back to sleep. When I couldn’t, I huffed and looked up at him.

 

I will never get used to his beauty; it literally takes my breath away, I thought.

 

“At the risk of repeating myself—good morning,” he cooed in my ear.

 

“G’ morning.”

 

“Do you want to get up?” he asked as he lazily stroked my hair and back.

 

“Not yet. I have to have a human moment, but then I just want to be back here lying in your arms.”

 

“Whatever you want.”

 

He released his grasp on me, and I headed into the bathroom. I used the facilities and brushed my teeth. I would take my shower later on when I got dressed.

 

I opened the door to the bathroom to see Edward lying in bed. I took him by surprise when I didn’t go right over to him. Instead, I went over to the mini bar; I’m sure he was worried when he saw me open it. I hate to admit it, but I automatically checked to see what the alcohol selection was like. The mini bar was alcohol-free–Rose and Em must have had something to do with that. I took a deep breath, grabbed a bottle of water, and closed the door. Then I went over to the bed, took two of the Tylenol from the bottle on the nightstand, and climbed under the covers.

 

I leaned over and kissed him. It was slow and lingering; all too soon, I felt him pulling away.

 

“That was wonderful, but I thought you were going to go back to sleep?” he asked, a twinkle in his eyes. His eyes were getting darker by the second—he was aroused.

 

“I’ll be going back to sleep this morning when you do,” I told him with a smirk. He laughed and shook his head at me.

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E

Hmm... If this was canon, I have no doubt that they would have smelled Bella in the club being that she spent so much time there.  But everything else I'm loving!

Author's Response:

Hey kathy,

I never thought about that. However, i think i can explain it, there are so many people there and it is mixed with smells of alcohol and drugs, so I think it masks her scent. I'm so happy you're enjoying it.

Thank so much for taking the time to not only read but review I hope to hear from you again soon.

Cheers,

~E

I have missed you and your story. I was thinking about "it" the other day. :) I loved the honest, open communication between the two. I'm ecstatic that no family members (cough-Alice) are trying to call and butt in for various reasons. I worry about them going to talk to the Cullens though. sigh..... Can't wait for the next chappie! LOL

Author's Response:

Hey Tracey,

Thanks for the stars and the kind words. Longer chapters take more time to beta and then for me to edit. Also I now have a new validation beta here on Twilighted, I didn't know that when I put the chapter in and  a FEW days later someone else was nice enough to pick up my story. Awww really? that's so kind. Things will be tough and good at Casa de Cullen, you might be surprised. 

 

As promised here is the teaser, it’s Bella’s POV…enjoy!

 

I opened my eyes and was greeted by Edward saying, “Good morning, love.”

 

I sighed and snuggled further into his cold embrace. He chuckled when I closed my eyes and tried to get back to sleep. When I couldn’t, I huffed and looked up at him.

 

I will never get used to his beauty; it literally takes my breath away, I thought.

 

“At the risk of repeating myself—good morning,” he cooed in my ear.

 

“G’ morning.”

 

“Do you want to get up?” he asked as he lazily stroked my hair and back.

 

“Not yet. I have to have a human moment, but then I just want to be back here lying in your arms.”

 

“Whatever you want.”

 

He released his grasp on me, and I headed into the bathroom. I used the facilities and brushed my teeth. I would take my shower later on when I got dressed.

 

I opened the door to the bathroom to see Edward lying in bed. I took him by surprise when I didn’t go right over to him. Instead, I went over to the mini bar; I’m sure he was worried when he saw me open it. I hate to admit it, but I automatically checked to see what the alcohol selection was like. The mini bar was alcohol-free–Rose and Em must have had something to do with that. I took a deep breath, grabbed a bottle of water, and closed the door. Then I went over to the bed, took two of the Tylenol from the bottle on the nightstand, and climbed under the covers.

 

I leaned over and kissed him. It was slow and lingering; all too soon, I felt him pulling away.

 

“That was wonderful, but I thought you were going to go back to sleep?” he asked, a twinkle in his eyes. His eyes were getting darker by the second—he was aroused.

 

“I’ll be going back to sleep this morning when you do,” I told him with a smirk. He laughed and shook his head at me.

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E

This is an excellent story and I truly love it; now for some constructive criticism...

I understand why you are doing the dialogue the way you are (so that they can be open and honest and talk things out and all of that).  BUT real conversations don't really happen in full paragraphs like that.  Much of what you have them SAY to each other is really what "real" people would put in writing.  It just doesn't sound like actual dialogue and that's because, again, people don't usually have really long monologues like that.

As for the lemon....well, I am glad that they are getting some action.  And what you have here is definitely tasteful (as opposed to just raunchy and vulgar just for the sake of having a sex scene, so I appreciate that)...but I also wouldn't call it a lemon.  Getting there?  Sure.  But not a lemon...yet.  :)

Author's Response:

Hey DisMom,

WOW thanks so much.

Okay I get you're point-note taken. know I come from the Kevin Smith school of writing, because I tend in real life to speak in monologues as do my friends, so true to my life.

It was a lemon from Edward's POV and he is still really represses....though your right it was a quai-lemon...lemon flavoring if you will. LOL

 

As promised here is the teaser, it’s Bella’s POV…enjoy!

 

I opened my eyes and was greeted by Edward saying, “Good morning, love.”

 

I sighed and snuggled further into his cold embrace. He chuckled when I closed my eyes and tried to get back to sleep. When I couldn’t, I huffed and looked up at him.

 

I will never get used to his beauty; it literally takes my breath away, I thought.

 

“At the risk of repeating myself—good morning,” he cooed in my ear.

 

“G’ morning.”

 

“Do you want to get up?” he asked as he lazily stroked my hair and back.

 

“Not yet. I have to have a human moment, but then I just want to be back here lying in your arms.”

 

“Whatever you want.”

 

He released his grasp on me, and I headed into the bathroom. I used the facilities and brushed my teeth. I would take my shower later on when I got dressed.

 

I opened the door to the bathroom to see Edward lying in bed. I took him by surprise when I didn’t go right over to him. Instead, I went over to the mini bar; I’m sure he was worried when he saw me open it. I hate to admit it, but I automatically checked to see what the alcohol selection was like. The mini bar was alcohol-free–Rose and Em must have had something to do with that. I took a deep breath, grabbed a bottle of water, and closed the door. Then I went over to the bed, took two of the Tylenol from the bottle on the nightstand, and climbed under the covers.

 

I leaned over and kissed him. It was slow and lingering; all too soon, I felt him pulling away.

 

“That was wonderful, but I thought you were going to go back to sleep?” he asked, a twinkle in his eyes. His eyes were getting darker by the second—he was aroused.

 

“I’ll be going back to sleep this morning when you do,” I told him with a smirk. He laughed and shook his head at me.

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E

I think I said it before but it is worth repeating, You make these two work out their problems in a slow and believable pace.

I loved it!

Great chapter =)

Author's Response:

Hey Piper,

Aww thanks, that all means so much.

 

As promised here is the teaser, it’s Bella’s POV…enjoy!

 

I opened my eyes and was greeted by Edward saying, “Good morning, love.”

 

I sighed and snuggled further into his cold embrace. He chuckled when I closed my eyes and tried to get back to sleep. When I couldn’t, I huffed and looked up at him.

 

I will never get used to his beauty; it literally takes my breath away, I thought.

 

“At the risk of repeating myself—good morning,” he cooed in my ear.

 

“G’ morning.”

 

“Do you want to get up?” he asked as he lazily stroked my hair and back.

 

“Not yet. I have to have a human moment, but then I just want to be back here lying in your arms.”

 

“Whatever you want.”

 

He released his grasp on me, and I headed into the bathroom. I used the facilities and brushed my teeth. I would take my shower later on when I got dressed.

 

I opened the door to the bathroom to see Edward lying in bed. I took him by surprise when I didn’t go right over to him. Instead, I went over to the mini bar; I’m sure he was worried when he saw me open it. I hate to admit it, but I automatically checked to see what the alcohol selection was like. The mini bar was alcohol-free–Rose and Em must have had something to do with that. I took a deep breath, grabbed a bottle of water, and closed the door. Then I went over to the bed, took two of the Tylenol from the bottle on the nightstand, and climbed under the covers.

 

I leaned over and kissed him. It was slow and lingering; all too soon, I felt him pulling away.

 

“That was wonderful, but I thought you were going to go back to sleep?” he asked, a twinkle in his eyes. His eyes were getting darker by the second—he was aroused.

 

“I’ll be going back to sleep this morning when you do,” I told him with a smirk. He laughed and shook his head at me.

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E

idk about the whole rehab thing.  She'll feel forced no matterh how he goes about it, and that will bring some more resentement... but she needs it.

Author's Response:

Hey Mrsgunsage,

Thanks for the awesome star rating.

She does...wait and see.

 

As promised here is the teaser, it’s Bella’s POV…enjoy!

 

I opened my eyes and was greeted by Edward saying, “Good morning, love.”

 

I sighed and snuggled further into his cold embrace. He chuckled when I closed my eyes and tried to get back to sleep. When I couldn’t, I huffed and looked up at him.

 

I will never get used to his beauty; it literally takes my breath away, I thought.

 

“At the risk of repeating myself—good morning,” he cooed in my ear.

 

“G’ morning.”

 

“Do you want to get up?” he asked as he lazily stroked my hair and back.

 

“Not yet. I have to have a human moment, but then I just want to be back here lying in your arms.”

 

“Whatever you want.”

 

He released his grasp on me, and I headed into the bathroom. I used the facilities and brushed my teeth. I would take my shower later on when I got dressed.

 

I opened the door to the bathroom to see Edward lying in bed. I took him by surprise when I didn’t go right over to him. Instead, I went over to the mini bar; I’m sure he was worried when he saw me open it. I hate to admit it, but I automatically checked to see what the alcohol selection was like. The mini bar was alcohol-free–Rose and Em must have had something to do with that. I took a deep breath, grabbed a bottle of water, and closed the door. Then I went over to the bed, took two of the Tylenol from the bottle on the nightstand, and climbed under the covers.

 

I leaned over and kissed him. It was slow and lingering; all too soon, I felt him pulling away.

 

“That was wonderful, but I thought you were going to go back to sleep?” he asked, a twinkle in his eyes. His eyes were getting darker by the second—he was aroused.

 

“I’ll be going back to sleep this morning when you do,” I told him with a smirk. He laughed and shook his head at me.

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E

There hasn't been an update for ages.  When is chapter 29 being published please?

Author's Response:

Hey sissonsj,

Sorry I missed this. ch 29 is up now, it was delayed because longer chapter take longer to beta and edit. This chapter needed to go though the process twice because I wanted it to be the best it could be.

Hope you like it.

Thanks for taking the time to drop me a line. Please tell me what you think of 29 when you read it.

Cheers,

~E

Finally a breaking point in this story. I knew they couldn't keep going back and forth like that for too long without self distructing. I can't wait to read more!

Author's Response:

Hey dnageek,

They did self destruct and I think they did it well LOL...things still won't be perfect I warn you now.

Here is the teaser and it is subject to change.

This is Edward’s POV, I hope you enjoy it.

 

“Bella told me that Rose and Emmett were going home with the rest of the family. This meant that she and I were going to the hotel they had been in this afternoon. She told me there were two rooms, and I hoped we would only be using one. Bella explained that Rose booked the hotel because she didn’t want to go into Bella’s house or deal with her friends. Apparently, Rose thought, we might need some time alone and had booked both rooms for the night.

 

I have to think of a great gift to get Rose and Emmett, I thought gratefully.

 

I led Bella out to the Volvo, and within minutes, we were at the hotel. The entire ride, I held her hand. All the way up to the room, she never let go of mine. We didn’t speak, but the electric current I always felt when I was with her was stronger than ever. I could almost feel it crackling and sizzling around us.

 

“Do you want me to go into the other room?” I asked, praying she would say no, when we arrived at the elevator.

 

“No, I want you with me,” she replied.”

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E

What a great chapter!!! Bella just needed a clear head. I hope that at least one of her friends turns out to be true and that the Cullens aren't all she has..Her and Edward need to realize that they are not perfect and that it is ok to make mistakes. Now will Bella go into a program??? What is your next move- I can't wait to see...love this story!!!

Author's Response:

Hey twihardacctant,

Thanks for the awesome star rating-sorry it took so long to reply RL has been busy.

Thanks. Bella did need to clear her head. The story is not over by a long shot and things will never be simple or easy.

Here is the teaser and it is subject to change.

This is Edward’s POV, I hope you enjoy it.

 

“Bella told me that Rose and Emmett were going home with the rest of the family. This meant that she and I were going to the hotel they had been in this afternoon. She told me there were two rooms, and I hoped we would only be using one. Bella explained that Rose booked the hotel because she didn’t want to go into Bella’s house or deal with her friends. Apparently, Rose thought, we might need some time alone and had booked both rooms for the night.

 

I have to think of a great gift to get Rose and Emmett, I thought gratefully.

 

I led Bella out to the Volvo, and within minutes, we were at the hotel. The entire ride, I held her hand. All the way up to the room, she never let go of mine. We didn’t speak, but the electric current I always felt when I was with her was stronger than ever. I could almost feel it crackling and sizzling around us.

 

“Do you want me to go into the other room?” I asked, praying she would say no, when we arrived at the elevator.

 

“No, I want you with me,” she replied.”

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E

So Bella begins to save herself with a little help from her friends.  Hitting bottom is rough, but you pulled it together beautifully, honestly and realistically. The compassion and understanding you have for your Bella really came through.  I love how she used her music to 'talk' to Edward.  That was lovely, really, really lovely. 

And now you are left with the task of pulling Edward's head out of his ass which might prove to be a little more difficult, I think.  ha! 

Sorry it took so long to read this.  A family member had a bad motorcycle accident and was seriously injured so I was spending a lot of time at the hospital.  All is well now, thankfully.

This was by far your finest chapter. 

Judy

xoxoxoxo

Author's Response:

Hey Judy,

Thanks for giving me another wonderful star rating.

WOW thank you.

His head will be out of his ass, I promise. It'll rough but it'll happen.

Awwww I'm so sorry but am happy that your family member is well now, I'll add you both to my prayers. This next chapter isn't coming together as I'd like, I had a death in my family and my head is a little....out of it, right now.

Here is the teaser and it is subject to change.

This is Edward’s POV, I hope you enjoy it.

 

“Bella told me that Rose and Emmett were going home with the rest of the family. This meant that she and I were going to the hotel they had been in this afternoon. She told me there were two rooms, and I hoped we would only be using one. Bella explained that Rose booked the hotel because she didn’t want to go into Bella’s house or deal with her friends. Apparently, Rose thought, we might need some time alone and had booked both rooms for the night.

 

I have to think of a great gift to get Rose and Emmett, I thought gratefully.

 

I led Bella out to the Volvo, and within minutes, we were at the hotel. The entire ride, I held her hand. All the way up to the room, she never let go of mine. We didn’t speak, but the electric current I always felt when I was with her was stronger than ever. I could almost feel it crackling and sizzling around us.

 

“Do you want me to go into the other room?” I asked, praying she would say no, when we arrived at the elevator.

 

“No, I want you with me,” she replied.”

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E 

xoxoxoxo

 

this story is amazing and i cannot wait to read more! :)

Author's Response:

Hey Someviolence,

 thanks for the amazing star rating.

that is very kind of you to say.

Here is the teaser and it is subject to change.

This is Edward’s POV, I hope you enjoy it.

 

“Bella told me that Rose and Emmett were going home with the rest of the family. This meant that she and I were going to the hotel they had been in this afternoon. She told me there were two rooms, and I hoped we would only be using one. Bella explained that Rose booked the hotel because she didn’t want to go into Bella’s house or deal with her friends. Apparently, Rose thought, we might need some time alone and had booked both rooms for the night.

 

I have to think of a great gift to get Rose and Emmett, I thought gratefully.

 

I led Bella out to the Volvo, and within minutes, we were at the hotel. The entire ride, I held her hand. All the way up to the room, she never let go of mine. We didn’t speak, but the electric current I always felt when I was with her was stronger than ever. I could almost feel it crackling and sizzling around us.

 

“Do you want me to go into the other room?” I asked, praying she would say no, when we arrived at the elevator.

 

“No, I want you with me,” she replied.”

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E

:-)  Incredibly powerful in every respect... and as I've stated in the past, and most definitely visualized, Bella going to Rosalie was awesome... and you played their interaction perfectly.  Bravo!

What a solid chapter... everything from Bella "waking up" to the fact that her friends weren't really friends... to Emmett's strong presense... to the spot on lyrics of the songs Bella chose to sing... and finally, to Edward's response - which was capped with Bella leading him up to the stage to be with her.

Thank you, thank you, thank you... for sharing your awesome talent.  :-)

Author's Response:

Hey JRParz,

 Thanks for the AMAZING Star rating.

WOW, thank you. I want you to know YOU are why Bella went to Rose. I was toying with the idea since the beginning, but I wasn't sure if anyone would buy it, I was sick of Alice always being the one to "save the day" in fan fics. When you kept mentioning Rose and Bella talking it sealed it for me, and I want you to know everyone loved that twist, so thanks for giving me the confidence to do it.

WOW that's so sweet of  you humble me with your words.

Here is the teaser and it is subject to change.

This is Edward’s POV, I hope you enjoy it.

 

“Bella told me that Rose and Emmett were going home with the rest of the family. This meant that she and I were going to the hotel they had been in this afternoon. She told me there were two rooms, and I hoped we would only be using one. Bella explained that Rose booked the hotel because she didn’t want to go into Bella’s house or deal with her friends. Apparently, Rose thought, we might need some time alone and had booked both rooms for the night.

 

I have to think of a great gift to get Rose and Emmett, I thought gratefully.

 

I led Bella out to the Volvo, and within minutes, we were at the hotel. The entire ride, I held her hand. All the way up to the room, she never let go of mine. We didn’t speak, but the electric current I always felt when I was with her was stronger than ever. I could almost feel it crackling and sizzling around us.

 

“Do you want me to go into the other room?” I asked, praying she would say no, when we arrived at the elevator.

 

“No, I want you with me,” she replied.”

 

Thank you for continuing to read this story. The fact that you took the time to not only read but also review means so much to me.

 

Cheers,

~E