Very happy Edward showed up to spend the night with Bella. Neither one of them wanted to be apart for the entire night. Too bad neither was thinking completely with their brains though. Edward should have told Bella she didn't need to take the pill after. Even though she didn't want another James' incident, Edward would never have treated her the same. He would have taken the responsibility. Embarrassed for Bella when Esme and Rosalie took to medical trailer. Having to admit in front of boyfriend's mom and sister in law about taking the pill after. Humiliation.  At least Esme and Rosalie left so she could finish the exam in private.  Edward worried and even more upset with himself that she took the medication and it made her ill. Hoping it doesn't mess too much with his head and his ride. Because if it does will make Bella pull back even more thinking his poor performance is all her fault.

loved Edward playing with the children in the pool.  so cute.  He will make a great dad.  He deserved all the teasing Bella gave him in his room after the teasing in the hot tub with those old men.  Looking forward to the next chapter for hopefully the continuation of the hard sexy cowboy loving and Edward in his bronco riding events.

The Stampede Days do sound very intriguing and exciting. Being from AZ where ranches are quite common in rural areas, cowboys are common, not rodeo cowboy as a norm.  They do arrive here for the rodeos that float through here.  They are small probably in comparision, but Prescott Days up north is always around the 4th and Payson has them too.  Just a couple small towns here that have their share of events of barrel races, bronco roping, bull wrestling (I have to say I can't remember seeing that one -- that would be exciting to see), also chasing and roping a steer.  You haven't given any clues as to Edward's specialty so hard to choose.  Bronco and Bull riding events are wicked with the cowboys hanging on.  Have seen actual rodeos in Phoenix as well sponsored by Jaycees too.  The events are thrilling to watch.  You have had Bella and Edward bump into each other twice now.  We have Bella's reaction to Edward already.  She's taken by his eyes and gorgeous face already.  Can't wait until she finds out he's Alice's brother.  Looking forward to more midway games, rides, food, rodeo events, etc... during the Stampede Days.  Will Alice invite them to join her family for the parade?  Can't wait for the story to continue.

Actually I don't think you were cruel at all, I'm glad it was lemony goodness.  I agree with you neither of them are the one-night stand types.  One or both of them might have regretted going to that extreme when sober.  Bella's hurt face when Edward got up afterwards and put his boxers backon said it all.  She felt like a one-night stand.  Edward wasn't treating her that way, he had already told her outside whether she invited him up or not it wouldn't be the last time they were together.  They had made a connection, they both felt it. Angela encouraged her to go for it.  Along with the other women of the group.  Alice was already encouraging Edward to go for it too. She likes Bella already. The only thing Bella forgot to do was text Angela she got home okay.  Angela's going to be worried about her.  Of course, she'll probably think Bella hooked up with the gorgeous cowboy. Now Alice will wonder about Edward even though she encouraged him to get laid to relax.  Emmett will never let him live it down especially if he's not at the parade and can't be found in his hotel room. Both Alice and Emmett will figure Edward went home and stayed with Bella. Bella has Alice's phone number thanks to Jasper since both girls were pretty bombed.  Glad the drinking helped to loosen Bella up enough to dance and have some fun.  Both she and Edward need to loosen up and have some fun.  She almost opened up and told Edward about her scandal. I am personally appalled that the school district didn't even take her testimony into account about what happened.  Bella has had a lot to endure, she definitely deserves some happiness. A roving cowboy traveling the circuit might be the answer if she gets to travel with him.  It's not like she's has to work and since she's not teaching, she's not doing what she really enjoys.  Looking forward to the next chapter.  What will sober minds and a new day effect Bella and Edward.

Very cute and sweet. Little Mikey sure enjoys pushing his mommy.   The groundwork and feelings for Edward and Bella to be together were already established over the last three years. Edward had been in love with Bella for quite a while, it just took Bella a while and Mikey to open her eyes to her feelings. Now Mikey wants a sibling by summer, looks like slowness between Edward and Bella making themselves a twosome might be escalating if that goal will be accomplished. Or he'll be learning some serious facts of life. Very funny. Precocious youngster.

Best chapter in a long time. Edward and Bella together for a wonderful afternoon and evening together in Chicago. No Jeff and his garbage what a relief. The visit will only make them want to be together sooner. Make Bella realize with Edward she can be herself completely. She doesn't have to play any role or be someone she isn't. Bella resents all of Jeff's demands.

Big chapter, both news about pending baby with a Christmas proposal for Bella. Really special. Talk about mind stopping dialogue for dinner with Edward's parents. Knew everyone would be glad. Just didn't think it would happen so soon. Will be interesting to find out Charlie's reaction next. If they get married before she gets either too big then Edward can have his honeymoon with only Bella otherwise the ones on will be a party of three.

Jeff is still a jerk.  Waking up his wife drunk and not taking no for an answer is not right.  Husband or not  no is  NO.  Bella should have the ability to say yes or no. Got a a reprieve because of Doug getting pulled over with a DUI.  I'm surprised that Jeff didn't get one too when he arrived down at the station since he was drunk too. He shouldn't have been driving either.  It will be hard for Bella because she does have some feelings for Jeff, but he is a creep.  Then stating he won't be home until late, but expects Bella to wait up for him.  Has no consideration for the ordeal she has endured while gone. At least she is calling the divorce attorney.  Bella should really also contact a counselor to discuss all these turmoil emotions.

Loved the second half of Edward's parents visit. Plans to spend Christmas in London. Fragrance spokesperson awesome!!! Just love these two together. Wonder if those awards show will have more photos taken for the publicity rags.

Edward is sooo cute being excited about Bella's baby bump. Making sure to show her off. Loved the red carpet fashions. Can't wait for next chapter.

The more I read about Jeff the more I want to slug him a good one. If he was ever a good guy I doubt it. He's a calculating, manipulative using sob. He has Bella as a trophy wife and thinks of her as strictly a possession. He's not thinking of her as a person at all. Any other husband would be thinking of how to help her deal with everything that has occurred in the last several weeks. Definitely not coming home drunk demanding. Not pushing pregnancy on her or constantly criticizing her every action. They would understand that maybe a glass of wine to help her with all the mental anguish she's been dealt with recently. Letting her ease gradually back into things at her speed. Loved the way Bella stood up to Judy and poured her snide attitude back into her bottle. Made her realize that it's not just because of Edward that show wants the divorce. He is a major part of it, but living under the constant scrutiny and control of Jeff she's feeling a prisoner and trapped even worse than being held by terrorists. At least with her marriage there is hope of escape an freedom. I don't think Jeff will be so nice and sweet when papers are served. Just his instant anger with refusal of not drinking wine and idea of getting pregnant right now is an indication Bella really will need to be somewhere else for her safety. Transferring out of state the sooner the better for her than facing what he will retaliate towards her.

Bella and Edward just waiting for Ramon adding more stress and tension to this terrorized situation.  I don't blame Edward for not completely trusting Ramon especially when they were told he was going into a different van.  Sneaking down 29 flights of stairs to a locked exit. Pretty scary scenario.  At least they were able to escape prior to the hotel being blown up.  They have sanctuary in the police station without their luggage, cell phones, and passports. At least they were able to reach their family and close friends to let them know they were ok. Jeff was a little over the top especially based on the messages he had left previously on her phone before the terrorists took hers. Edward is still holding Bella to the promises of moving to LA, teaching him to drive, etc.... It's going to be difficult for Bella to deal with Jeff. At least Roger is still alive and well in the hospital that's probably how the police knew A. Cooper was Edward Cullen. Edward letting Bella know ahead of time that he was going to keep her out of the media circus in New York to keep her name unassociated with his for her and for the idiot Jeff.  I have a funny feeling the press will get ahold of the information that they were together in the penthouse suite while held hostage. Jeff will blow a gasket due to his political career etc.. The fact that Bella and Edward survived the hotel explosion will link their names initially until someone digs deeper.  Looking forward to additional chapters.