I'm glad Bella finally told Edward about the rape. I know he is shocked but he needs to realize that he just left Bella alone. She will probably freak out being by herself at night and thinking that Edward doesn't want her any more because of the rape. This was a great chapter but please update asap!

I so love this story. You caught me off guard here. I really didn't expect him to find out in this chapter. I knew Edward was going to take it hard, but he is being so harsh on himself. I hope he doesn't leave Bella because he thinks it would be better for her. Now she is going to think he doesn't want her because she was raped.  I hope these two are able to talk this out. I can't wait for the next chapter.

Now I see what you are saying about not really wanting Edward to remember. That kinda sucks! I just hope to god he stays sober. I can't believe he just ran out on Bella. I know why he did it, but she doesn't. Now she is going to have abandonment issues all over! Ugh! What a vicious cycle.

Can I just say that I love Emmett and Cynt in this story. For some reason, when I'm reading it, I can hear Wanda Sykes as the voice of Cynt. Don't know why, but it just fits!

I hope your breather is relaxing, but not super long. I want to see how things turn out. My fingers are crossed!!!

my gosh

Wow, I don't blame you for needing a break!  I wasn't expecting both big reveals at one time, wow!  Please don't make us wait too long!

GOD, SERIOUS ANGST. DON'T LEAVE US HANGING TOO LONG!!! LOL

I WAS LIKE ON THE EDGE OF MY SEAT. FINALLY, HE KNOWS. NOW PLEASE...DON'T MAKE EDWARD GO ALL LOST WEEKEND AGAIN.

The chapter I've been waiting for, thank you! I know that was probably extremely difficult to right, but it was great! And you're doing a phenominal job with the updates.

Wow, that was a heavy last part of the chapter. I hope Bella's ok...hope Edward doesn't drink and drive. Good job

oh no, bella is gonna think he's running from her.   thanks for the update, can't wait for the next one.

Yes, you take all the time you need! You've been spoiling the stuffing out of us with these fast updates.  I can only imagine that this was difficult to write; I would think it's only going to get harder from here.

First the happy stuff: Emmett turned out great at the cafe; so proud of him!  Love that Cynt and Emmett have buried the hatchet and I appreciated that Cynt said that Em was a good friend; misguided, but good.  Also I never really realized it that much before, but your Edward is really a wiseass.  His inner dialogue is great.

Wonderful progess was made - going out at night; and even going into a crowded club!

Now to the heartfail:  I said on the forum:  We're EFFED.  Now the ride begins.  I knew Edward would freak, but he shouldn't have left her like that.  He was too wrapped up in his own emotions and shame to realize how that might hurt her.  I'm guessing she's thinking he left her because he felt she was "used goods" or "broken" or whatever thing she's thinking about herself.

I just want them both to get through this together.  I love them so much and I'm rooting hard for them.

Thank you for writing - take a break and come back to us when you're ready. xo

Author's Response:

I told you guys on the forum that he was not going to react well.  He freaked and ran.

Oh, wow.  That was an intense chapter.  I guess we know what's coming up.

oh dear :( this is a sad chapter. Please hurry with the next chapter!! I hope Alice chops his balls off for leaving her there like that.