Well Aro was certainly thorough. Sounds like Tanya's death was for the best for everyone. 

I can imagine Edward would be feeling a bit saddend at the thought of not having Bella by side each night.

Hmmm I wonder if Bella is ever going to suspect that Aro may have been responsible, it should be interesting. It's good to see that Edward and Carlie are finally having these serious conversations that need to be talked about. I can't wait for Edward to make it home, because I have a feeling that him being home is not going to stop Bella from doing all she can to make sure he is alright. Can't wait for the next chapter!

Amazing. I always want to hear Eddie's PoV. It would be wonderful to know what was going on his head when Bella told him about Robert :D

Have to say when the Cullens want to pour on the romance, boy so they know how to do it.  Even in the hospital, Edward has help from his parents and sister to surprise Bella with a homecooked romantic dinner.  Mom cooks it, Dad brings in all the components to set up in his room, Alice distracts Bella away from his room with a good excuse (Samantha.)  Bella has no idea until she walks into Edward's hospital room and sees the table with actual (linen tablecloth and napkins) with candles burning on the table, lights dimmed, and Edward holding out her chair to the table for her.  Based on Bella's behavior it won't be long before Bella pushes the envelope to move them up to the next physical level.  Edward was physically exhausted by all the activities in setting up the dinner and their after dinner make out session.  I bet that boy slept late the next morning after that work out.  Good thing he has a strong heart, to pump all that blood of his throughout his body especially southward.  Exactly where both Bella and Edward want it to go.  It's just Edward is still too weak to be able to fulfill that endeavor.

Beautifully sweet.

Edward did the right thing with the dinner, it nice to see him thinking something like this. Bella was being a bad girl with that kiss. It good that they talk and are opening up to each other. Tanya got away with so much, I like to know about her parents. They were friends with Cullen yet not on thing is said about them talking or do something. I would also like to hear from Carlie about meeting Sam (2) to about Tanya.

thanks again for the great ride - it's so nice to read something different and original and WELL-WRITTEN!!!  I look forward to each update!

Sound's like Bella and Edward are getting along nicely. Even Jake and Leah feelings seem to be changing for the better toward Edward.

Nice chapter. I will vote Christine.

Which ever you choose I am happy with.  well after he slept with all those women I am sure his past will be coming back to bite him. Well except for Tanya.. she bit the dust.

That dinner was such a cute idea. I can't wait to see what happens with this meeting Bella is going to have, and poor Edward is going to become the horrible patient because he will be so worried and angsty because Bella is gone. I also can't wait for Edward to make it home. Can't wait for the next chapter!

Nice dinner.  I'm proud of the way Edward handled the lunch date with Robert