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~Liberty Point of View~

I smiled against his lips as he kissed me awake. It was hard to ignore the sensation that something as gentle and loving as his attention. I gently threaded one of my hands into his hair gasping in surprise when his hands touched the skin on my side just under my shirt. I felt him smile against my lips before pulling away as I breathed heavily.

"Good morning." He whispered with a smirk telling me he knew exactly what he was doing to me, it was strange that I wasn't uncomfortable at all with it.

"Ah, with a wake-up call like that? Of course, it is a good morning." I replied enjoying the way he swallowed thickly affected by my action of running my hand up his chest "Morning, Mate."

"Liberty." He growled out clearly affected by my simple use of the word that drove him insane.

"Pay back." I murmured against his lips kissing him soundly before chuckling at his moan of satisfaction.

"Tease." He stated as I just smile shaking my head in amusement as I got out of bed.

"I am going to bed and then we can go to school." I directed as he sighed clearly not liking the thought of returning to school.

I was sympathetic against his pain when it came to school. I hated that Edward never truly felt comfortable anywhere. Part of me hated that Carlisle made this a requirement for all his 'children.' I knew that it would be my life as well, the constant repeating of schools. I hoped that the newest project would fix that. I shook my head before turning on the water knowing that I didn't have long to get ready and if I waited too long that Alice would be jumping all over me again.

~Time Lapse

I went through the motions as I gathered my books for my first class. I was a little surprised to be alone now, but Edward was clearly up to something today. I sighed as I rolled my eyes shutting my locker turning around coming face to face with Bella. I had to fight the urge to flinch at her sudden appearance knowing that I had been avoiding her. I was suddenly wishing that Edward was at my side since she tended to stay as far away from them as possible right now.

"Liberty." Bella breathlessly whispered looking over me "I am so glad you are okay."

"Bella." I whispered leaning forward slightly careful of anyone that could be listening to us "Not here, there are too many people."

"Oh, sorry. That makes sense. I am sorry." She murmured looking around frantically causing me to begin to doubt her ability to keep this secret.

"Hey, it's okay. I am glad that you are okay though. I was meaning to come over and see you, but it's just a little hard on Edward considering the location." I explained softly as she just swallowed nodding in understanding.

"Yeah, I get that. I really do and it's okay, it's been a busy few days considering." She said wringing her hands together from nerves "Can I come over then? I mean they explained everything, but I would really like to talk to you about something."

"You want me to come over tonight?" I questioned in confusion as she flinched shaking her head.

"No, I have this thing tonight." She stated, making me blink in confusion as she bit her lip looking as uncomfortable with this conversation as I was "A date thing."

"Oh." I said in surprise before smiling in relief genuinely happy that she wasn't hung up on Edward "Good for you, Bella."

"It's uh, new, and there is this other thing. But yes, I hope so." She rushed out, making me smile in amusement at her weirdness and wondering why she was like this.

"Well, how about tomorrow?" I questioned as she swallowed before nodding.

"Yeah, I can do it tomorrow. Your house?" She replied as the bell rang giving me another wide look "I will, uh, see you later then."

"Strange." I mumbled smiling at Edward as he appeared at my side wrapping an arm around my shoulder.

"What was that about?" Edward asked as he began leading me to my class.

"Not sure, guess I will find out tomorrow." I replied leaning up to kiss his cheek "I love you."

"I love you most." He stated placing a hand on my cheek and kissing me quickly "So much that I can't help but understand when others fall for you as well."

"Eh, no one else knows me enough to love me the way that you do." I said, tossing him a wink before going into the classroom ignoring the looks from the students.

~Timelapse

~Edward Point of View~

I smiled as I threaded my fingers through my mate's tiny hand as I led her to the courtyard where the surprise waited for her. I knew that she wouldn't like being the center of attention, but I felt the need to make a grand gesture after everything that had occurred. I was a little nervous considering that I had never done this before, asking a woman to a dance. I may have gone a little overboard, but the others were all too happy to help setting up the flowers and everything that I requested.

"Hey, Liberty." Alice chirped happily, appearing in front of us just as planned "I missed you."

I quietly slipped away as Alice chatted her up. I took notice of her confused look as I turned the corner feeling relieved that everything was done. Jasper looked amused as he gave me the stem of Dicentra that was saved for me to hand to my mate. I looked around at the various flowers that I ensured all meant love that I had tracked down at shops or even had shipped in. I shifted nervously hoping that she would like this surprise as I turned knowing she was coming around the corner just as Emmett pressed play on the CD Player he was put in charge of.

"Edward." She breathed out the moment she saw me in the courtyard with the flowers.

"For you." I whispered, handing her the stem as she took a shaky breath and took me by surprise when she started blinking back tears "Liberty."

"This is beautiful." She managed to respond as she smiled softly "They all mean love."

I was taken by surprise at her understanding the meaning of the flowers so quickly. The roses were easily understood but the Dicentra and Malva were much less known. I felt my breath still when she turned to me with a shocking softness and vulnerability that I hadn't seen before. She leaned up kissing my cheek before stepping back to breathe in the scent of the flower.

"Thank you, Edward." She whispered, her eyes shining with happiness. "This is the nicest thing that anyone has ever done for me."

I felt my heart break knowing that she was so rarely treated as she deserved. I knew that in the future I would strive to do more things like this for her. She didn't wish for it or need it, but she deserved to be showered with all the attention that I could give. I smiled brushing a strain of her hair behind her ear.

"I am glad that you enjoyed your surprise." I stated, wrapping her in my arms as she was always swaying lightly to the music, she didn't even seem to notice that habit of hers.

"I do, but what is the occasion?" She questioned, looking confused as I smiled in amusement knowing that of course she wouldn't know simply from the flowers.

"I have a very important request to make." I explained feeling the way she tensed immediately "I wanted to know if you would allow me the honor of escorting you to the spring formal."

"Oh." She said in surprise looking up at me with those wide sapphire eyes that I loved so much "The dance?"

"Yes." I confirmed as she furrowed her brows in clear confusion.

"This is important to you?" She asked as I nodded in confirmation "Okay, I guess I could try it."

"I will make sure we have a nice night." I said fighting back the excitement to reassure her knowing that she didn't have the best experience with such things.

"Okay, I trust you." She said it was the simplest thing in the world, and it filled me with joy.

I ignored the thoughts of my siblings as I leaned forward kissing my mate. I felt her sigh against my lips as I reminded myself that we were at school, and I couldn't show her how much I appreciated her agreement. I pulled away as quickly as she bit her lip when the students that were near started clapping. She blushed looking up at me as if pleading to stop the attention. I just smiled at her leading her to table where Esme prepared a picnic for us.

"Oh." Liberty said looking at the little set up in surprise "School date then?"

"I wanted to make it special." I replied as my siblings joined us at the table "I want to make everything special for you."

"You already do." She whispered easily with complete honesty as I placed a plate that Alice made in front of her.

I listened as Alice immediately dove into planning mode with my mate and Rose. I exchanged a look of amused with Jasper and Emmett knowing that it was going to be a wild ride. I was looking forward to seeing her dressed up again. I was going to be going to a dance for the first time with the most beautiful woman in all the world on my arm. I still didn't know how I had gotten so lucky to call her mine.

~Time Lapse

~Liberty Point of View~

I sighed for the hundredth time as I was dragged into the changing room again by Alice. I fought the urge to cringe at the armful of dresses that she had. I felt like it had been days that I had been dealing with dresses being thrown at me while attempting to get Rosalie, Esme, and Alice to agree on my dress. Everyone else was easy, but it was beginning to feel impossible for me.

"I am tired." I unashamedly whined when I took notice that there had to be at least twenty more dresses there.

"Liberty." Alice said rolling her eyes "It has to be perfect, and we are not leaving until we find the right dress."

"If we still don't find something in this batch, we will take a break." Esme cut in as Alice looked ready to pounce at the suggestion "I am sure that Liberty is hungry at this point and will need to eat soon."

"Fine. I am sure that the one is here anyway." Alice replied, causing me to huff as I was shoved into the changing room.

I rolled my eyes looking through them after shutting the door. I paused when I saw a dress that drew my attention. It was simple in comparison to most of the ones I had tried on, but it looked beautiful. It was a deep emerald green that was clearly made of silk as my hand touched it. It was a floor length mermaid gown. I took it off the hanger putting it on as gently as I could be careful of the fabric before zipping it up the best that I could.

I looked in the mirror a little surprised at the sight. I had never particularly felt beautiful before, but I knew that others thought I was. In this moment though, for the first time in my life I felt sexy. There was something about this one that made me feel like I belonged in it versus the normal uncomfortable feeling I had. I swallowed as I prayed that they would think the same thing as I exited the changing room.

"Wow." Esme whispered, turning to me looking surprised.

"I didn't see that coming." Alice said in equal surprise before smiling "It's perfect."

"Really?" I questioned half in surprise and half in relief.

"Really, this will drive Eddie up a wall." Rose said with a smirk as I took a breath giving her an amused smile.

"It fits perfectly too." Alice added skipping up to me "It was like it was made for you."

I sighed in relief at finally having the dress that was needed for the dance. I may be excited for a night out with Edward, but I wasn't big on this type of shopping. I carefully took the dress off after entering the dressing room, changing back into my comfortable clothes. Alice wasted no time taking the dress from my arms when I exited.

"Now we just need jewelry." Alice chirped happily causing me to growl in annoyance "Don't worry, you will have fun."

"So, you keep saying." I replied completely unamused knowing that she was having fun spending all of Edward's money on me.

"Food first." Esme commented rubbing my shoulders as I felt a headache building.

"And coffee!" Rosalie added, and I smiled at her for mentioning something helpful.

~Time Lapse

~Edward Point of View~

I smiled as my mate crawled in her bed yawning. I carefully pulled her into my arms as she sighed happily snuggling against me. I enjoyed that this aspect of our relationship worked well despite my initial reservations against it, if anything it brought us closer. I enjoyed that she showed her trust despite the concerns every single day while allowing me to watch over her as a mate should.

"Tired?" I questioned her as she yawned again.

"Yeah, between shopping and dealing with Bella, I feel exhausted." She mumbled kissing my neck making me shiver in delight, she clearly didn't understand the effect she had on me.

"Did you get everything that you needed for the dance?" I asked, knowing that my next bank statement would show a huge amount spent thanks to Alice, but I refused to let her pay for anything.

"Yeah, I did, or I would still be there. Alice was determined not to stop until everything was taken care of." Liberty stated, sighing as I smiled running my fingers through her hair.

"I am sure that it will all be worth it." I said, knowing that I was looking forward to seeing her in it for the dance.

"I don't get why she couldn't just choose it without all of this like she did for you." She commented glancing up at me as I smirked leaning down to kiss her gently.

"It's the bonding experience." I explained, knowing how important it was to Alice, and I knew better than to attempt to stop her at this point "How was the conversation with Bella?"

"She just wanted to know what it was like to date a supernatural being." She said looking a little confused "I am not sure why honestly. I mean she asked a little bit about trivial things, but it was about the relationship aspect of dating someone who isn't human. Her words not mine."

"Does she have a problem with it?" I questioned knowing that there were reasons that Bella would be against our relationship, but I knew better than to point that out to my mate.

"It didn't seem like it. It honestly seemed like it had more to do with her than us. I am not sure how to explain it." Liberty said wrinkling her nose "It was like she was truly considering dating someone supernatural herself and was using me to find out if she could."

"Do you think that maybe she is considering dating Jacob?" I questioned recalling the details she revealed from the story.

"I don't know. That is the possibility that she is considering. I try not to think about the story too much. I mean this could be a different realm all together and it doesn't seem like Jacob is madly in love with her." She stated as I chuckled knowing that wasn't true from our brief interactions.

"I don't want to talk about any of them." I said honestly moving to hover above her.

"Oh, and what do you want to talk about?" She replied as I smirked, leaning down to kiss her showing her that I didn't want to talk, I wanted to kiss my mate.

She smiled against my lips, moving her hands up my back as my entire body lit on fire at her gentle touch. I groaned as she opened her mouth allowing me to deepen the kiss. I lived for these moments, the times I could succeed in showing her affection. Every day it got easier to control my urges and remind myself of the softness of my mate's body. As I adjusted to her, she was becoming less tense and more trusting of simple actions. I knew that it would just be a matter of time before it wouldn't be enough for either of us.

~Time Lapse

~Liberty Point of View~

I smiled as Edward reached out a hand to assist me out of the car after opening the door. I felt strangely relaxed and ready to enjoy this dance. I felt incredibly sexy, especially with the reassurance from Edward's stunned reaction when he saw me. Of course, there was a mind-blowing kiss that had me shivering in a delightful way. So, the once tortured teenager from another world was looking forward to the normal high school dance experience with her vampire mate.

"Are you cold?" He questioned gently as we approached the building.

"No, I am fine. I am feeling pretty close to perfect at the moment." I said honestly as he smiled pulling me to him.

"You are perfect." He whispered with a soft look "Thank you for coming tonight, Liberty."

"Nowhere else I would rather be." I replied softly squeezing his hand as he smiled before beginning to walk once more.

I was happy and trying to stay relaxed as we entered the dance. There were decorations all over the place and people staring at us. Edward huffed in the way that showed a lot of people were thinking about me in a way he didn't like. I simply pulled him closer knowing that we were always somehow the center of attention. I didn't understand it but had learned that nothing I could do would stop it.

"Wow, you were hit with the pretty stick tonight." Emmett joked when we approached them as I blinked tilting my head "No that you aren't always pretty. I swear it is a compliment. You look nice. Honest."

I couldn't help but laugh at Emmett's attempt to reassure me. I knew that he didn't mean anything by his comment. I wasn't vain but I knew that I wasn't ugly. Edward wrapped his arm around me chuckling against my ear in amusement as well.

"She is the most beautiful woman in the world." Edward commented, making me smile knowing that from him it was as genuine as it could be.

"You are going to make us look bad." Emmett stated, in a joking manner making Rose roll her eyes when he whispered something to her, and I could feel Edward fighting the urge to laugh over what she was told.

"Are you having fun?" Jasper questioned in clear concern knowing that I didn't handle crowds as well as most people.

"Yeah, I am actually enjoying it so far." I said honestly smiling at his concern. "You?"

"Seeing Alice in this dress makes it worth it." He commented as Alice just giggled from his arms and I smiled at the clear and undying love between the two.

"That comment will work in your favor later." Alice replied, making me wince, knowing that these two didn't really have boundaries.

"Minx." Jasper whispered as he pulled her towards the dance floor.

I smiled when Emmett was dragged onto the dance floor by Rose. Edward holds me a little tighter as I just leaned against him enjoying the closeness to my mate. I looked to the side taking notice that Bella was approaching me looking uncomfortable. I could feel Edward tense taking notice of it as well.

"Hey." Bella said as I smiled gently as Edward simply kissed my cheek.

"I am going to get you something to drink. I will be back." He explained as I nodded, knowing that he knew that Bella wanted to talk to me.

"How are you?" I questioned as she shifted from foot to foot.

"You look beautiful." She said taking me by surprise "I mean, I always thought that you were. But you really make that dress look good."

I tensed wondering where she was going with this. Bella noticed it and bit her lip to stop her from saying anything else. Bella swallowed thickly before taking a breath, getting a strange look in her eyes.

"I am sorry. I am struggling with it, but I know that you are happy with Edward." She whispered as my eyes went wide "But I am trying to forget it and hope we can be friends. I mean I kind of like someone else."

"What?" I managed to say in confusion.

"Oh, you really don't know." Bella mumbled before shaking her head, seeming to clear her mind "Never mind. I just wanted to thank you again. I owe you a lot for what you have done for me."

"Here you go." Leah said, appearing at Bella's side with a drink taking me by surprise again.

"Thanks." Bella replied giving her a smile as Leah blushed nodding before looking at me.

"How are you, Liberty?" She questioned as I was still staring confused, and I tensed when she hugged me "I never got the chance to thank you for saving Bella. I didn't imagine meeting my imprint that way, but I am glad that she was okay thanks to you."

"Anyway, we are going to go." Bella mumbled pulling Leah with her quickly as I stood with my mouth open in surprise.

Arms wrapped around me as I struggled against the extreme confusion. I turned slightly to face him as he stared at me in amusement. I blinked knowing that none of this was in the other series. I had long since wondered if I was in another realm altogether. My head was spinning from it.

"Did Bella just admit that she liked me?" I whispered out as Edward nodded looking concerned "But how? She doesn't even know me."

"You are easy to love." Edward said softly leading me further away from anyone that could be listening "She may be enamored by both of us in the beginning but quickly focus solely on you. It didn't help that you were always saving her. There are plenty of people in love with you at this point."

"That isn't love, it's hero worship." I replied easily knowing that it was common "What do we have? That is love."

"And how lucky I am for it." He whispered softly placing a hand on my face "I will be forever thankful that you choose me."

"Always." I said honestly placing my hand over his "I may be surprised but I would never have chosen differently if I knew. I love you and our relationship. I can't imagine anyone else in my future."

"I know." He said without an ouch of doubt "Something else is bothering you though."

"Leah imprinted on her." I explained as he nodded showing no surprise "That didn't happen, at least I don't think it did."

"Does it bother you?" Edward questioned in confusion as I looked confused "Bella and Leah being together."

"No, I think it might make sense." I said honestly as he nodded looking relieved "I was just surprised that I never saw it coming. It isn't often that things truly take me by surprise. I love you, only you."

"I know. I never have and never will doubt that." He replied leaning to kiss me gently "Would you care to dance?"

"Of course, I have been looking forward to dancing with you." I said in agreement as he smiled gently pulling me onto the dance floor.

I took notice of the others looking at me concerned as Edward placed a hand on my lower back. I gave them a reassuring smile as he pulled me closer. I looked up at my mate as I placed my hand on his shoulder and the other in his hand. Then everything else faded away but us. I let Edward take control and lead me through the steps of the dance to the song. Later, I wouldn't remember the songs that played. All I would vividly remember was the soft and loving look on his face when he looked at me with adoration.

~Time Lapse

~Edward Point of View~

I squeezed my mate's hand before twirling her among the lights outside. I smiled at the sound of her light giggle at my action. I was glad that she was enjoying the dance and hopeful for the future. I enjoyed taking her out and especially enjoyed seeing her dressed up. She awed me when she appeared earlier in this dress that made my entire body burn with desire for my mate. She turned heads everywhere she went, and tonight was no different. Liberty never understood the appeal she held. I longed for her in every way imaginable, in ways I hadn't known were possible before her.

"You are beautiful." I whispered pulling her against my chest again.

"You are handsome." She commented running her fingers down my blazer "I really enjoy it when you dress up."

"As do I." I replied leaning down to kiss her as my hand ran down the silk at her back enjoy the smoothness of the fabric "You look very sexy in this."

"Yeah." She said tensing slightly making me frown in concern before she smiled "You know I think that I am okay with that, being sexy for you is okay. I think I am getting used to wanting to be sexy for you."

"You don't have to try hard." I replied honestly knowing that she was always going to be attractive in my eyes, no matter how she was dressed.

"Good to know." She said with a smirk kissing me again before surprising me when she bit at my lip making me groan.

"Minx." I growled out licking at my lip enjoying the taste of her and the feeling that action caused.

She chuckled, simply leaning up pulling me down to her to kiss her again. I was unable to stop the moaning when she opened her mouth licking my lips. I quickly took the hint opening my mouth and allowing my tongue to enter her mouth knowing that she wouldn't enter my mouth due to my teeth. I groaned at the taste of her as I allowed myself to drown in it, in her. I pulled her as close as I shivered saying the familiar chant to be careful.

"Geez, he is eating her face." Emmett said suddenly making me groan as I forced myself to pull away from her leaning my forehead on hers.

"You are amazing." I whispered as she smiled at me, and I tried to remember every detail as I took in the sparkling sapphire eyes that shined with happiness "Ready to head to the house?"

"Yeah." She confirmed still breathing heavy "We can continue this there."

I growled at the immediate thrill that coursed through me at her statement. She chuckled as she walked away from me towards Alice and Rosalie who looked on with pride. I sighed knowing that the only way I could make out with her was to get us back to the house as quickly as possible. I quickly moved to catch my mate making her giggle.

"Come on, mate. I believe we have more to do tonight." I commented lifting her into my arms to the amusement of my 'siblings.'

"Edward!" She said with a laugh of surprise, but I just held her tight quickly walking in the direction of my car thankful that we came separately from the others.

~Time Lapse

Not wanting to wait any longer to continue my attention on my mate, I rushed off to my room with her in my arms the moment I entered the house. I ignored Carlisle's and Esme's surprise at my actions, knowing that they wanted more pictures. We took plenty of them earlier between everyone and I just wanted my mate alone. She chuckled when I set her down shutting the door.

"Excited?" Liberty asked, placing a hand on my chest when I moved, pulling her close once more.

I leaned forward sealing her tantalizing lips with my own. I felt the surge of her powers and knew that she put up a barrier. I pulled back in surprise wondering what she was doing. I noticed the smirk on her face as she guided me back until I reached the bed. It was then that I noticed that I could no longer hear the thoughts of the others in the house.

"Thank you." I murmured gratefully thankful for the privacy.

She simply smiled, leaning in to kiss me again, taking me by surprise when she moved her hands up my chest until she reached my tie. It was the action of untying it that genuinely surprised me. I looked up at her in shock as she smiled in reassurance moving to take my blazer off. I was still recalling Emmett's mention of control and ensured that she had control of the situation. She paused for a moment before taking a breath, looking determined as she began to unbutton my shirt. I paused her by placing my hand on hers to still her movement.

"You don't have to do anything, Liberty." I reassured her by showing her that I wasn't going to push her boundaries.

"I know, I want to." She replied as I looked at her trying to detect any sign of her being uncomfortable.

After a moment, I moved my hand to the sheets. I kept my eyes on her as she carefully unbuttoned my shirt until she was moving it off me as well. I expected to be uncomfortable but the look in her eyes instilled me with pride. I was mesmerized by her eyes, darkened as she ran her fingers down my chest making my eyes close as I shivered. I relished her talented fingers moving down my chest not missing a spot of skin. I opened my eyes overwhelmed by the sensation of it, of her touch.

"Are you okay?" She whispered as I nodded, not knowing if I could find my voice.

She took a breath, placing a hand on my shoulder putting pressure as I followed her silent directive to lay down. I kept a watchful eye on her as she moved onto the bed leaning down. I held my breath when I realized what was about to occur. I tensed the moment her mouth connected with my upper chest. She paused, allowing me to take a breath before she continued her actions. I was lost to adoring actions of sucking, licking, and kissing from my mate's lovely mouth. I moaned, groaned, and growled sounds that I never had before. She became more confident in her attention and paid attention to every single inch of exposed skin. All I could do was allow her control and clench my hands into fists on the sheets to keep from grabbing her.

"Is that okay?" She questioned as I blinked, looked down trying to comprehend what my mate was asking me.

I nodded knowing that it was more than okay. This attention was everything that I needed and more. I couldn't have pictured or imagined anything feeling as good as having her touching and kissing me the way she was. I groaned when I felt her move not wanting the affection that I was longing for to end. I opened my eyes staring at her as I sat up. I growled, my eyes blowing wide at the sight of her dress slipping off her shoulders as I finally understood what she had been asking me. It was more than okay, the sight before me was nothing short of perfect. She was a goddess.

"God, Liberty, you are beautiful. So undeniable and unbelievably beautiful." I whispered moving to the edge of the bed as she blushed glancing away for a moment.

"Edward." She whispered clearly, feeling less confident in the moment as she stood before me in nothing but a bra and panties looking sexier than I had ever seen her and I was feeling like the desire to touch her.

"Can I?" I pleaded with her as I stood from the bed as she swallowed thickly at my request clearly uncomfortable. "We can stop here if you wish. I would never push you."

"Okay." She said making me take a breath preparing to leave to give her the chance to change "But you have to take off your pants."

My eyes were wide as I realized her words, she was giving me permission to touch her. I smiled at her as I looked at her to confirm that she was okay with this. She nodded, giving me a smile that showed shyness but nothing showing she was fearful. I carefully unbuttoned my pants giving her the chance to change her mind as I stepped out of them. She moved slowly as I did know that this was different and that she had to be the one in control. She reached for my hand before moving both of us to the bed. I smiled when she patted the bed to lay down beside her.

"Liberty." I whispered reaching my hand up to run my fingers down her cheek "I need to know what is going through your mind. I need to know that you are okay and what the boundaries are."

I knew that this was needed to ensure that I didn't push her too far. I needed to know that she knew what she wanted from this and that she was sure in this decision. She smiled at me nodding in understanding placing her hand over mine. I stared at her for a moment getting lost in her eyes giving her all the time in the world. I knew that I would stop in this moment and not hold it against her, I never would.

"Okay." She said softly as I nodded, waiting for her to explain "Nothing underneath the current clothing. I was thinking it was like skin on skin. Like what I did to you. I am ready for that. I want to know what your skin on mine feels like and want to get used to your touch."

"Are you sure?" I asked needing confirmation.

"Yes, I trust you." She replied easily without any hesitation.

I smiled as I leaned forward to kiss her gently for a few moments. I moved my hand up her side pause when she tensed until she relaxed again. I tested my touch as I pulled back to stare into her eyes to keep a careful eye on her reactions. I felt the warmth of her silky skin and the goosebumps that my touch was causing. I was ensuring that I was careful to avoid her more intimate areas when I explored. When I was sure that she was okay I moved forward slowly moving to kiss her deeply, carefully moved the skin of our chests together to not overwhelm either of us completely.

"Still, okay?" I checked when she tensed again, and she slowly relaxed underneath me.

"Yeah, I am okay. Your voice helps, it reminds me that it is you." She explained as I nodded in understanding.

"I love you." I whispered kissing her quickly.

I repeated it as I kept kissing her deepening it slightly each time. I was hyper focused on her needs and my desire to make her happy and comfortable. I slowly moved my lips from her lips to her neck. I began moving down whispering reassurance between each kiss. She relaxed with each whispered praise on her beauty, strength, gentleness, softness, and everything that I felt for her. Soon I was receiving gasps and moans from her lips from my attention. I relished the sounds as much as I did the taste of her skin. I knew that I would never get enough of Liberty and would ensure that she would only feel pleasure from my touch. The little moan followed by the whisper of my name was all I ever would need, nothing else would ever matter again.

"Edward." She whispered, pulling me to kiss her causing me to groan.

"I love you, so much." I said with every ounce of who I was placing my forehead on hers "You never cease to amaze me, the strength that you hold."

"I love you too." She replied gently as I kissed her forehead breathing in her scent as she smiles trying to smother a yawn causing me to notice the clock.

"It is late, you need rest." I explained slightly surprised that it had been two hours at this point, it was so easy to get lost in her touch and to get lost in worshipping her as she deserved.

"Thank you, Edward." She whispered as I looked confused "You were perfect. You were reassuring and gentle. You knew when I was overwhelmed, and you knew exactly what to do."

"Together, we did it together." I reassured her knowing that I had plenty of moments as well "I will get you something to sleep in while you wash up."

"I do need to get the makeup and stuff off." She said sitting up pausing glancing over her shoulder with a smile "But I want to sleep in this and if it is okay with you, I want you to sleep in your boxers."

"I am okay with it but are you sure that we are ready for that?" I questioned already knowing that I had a major problem to will away as it was.

"Yeah, I want us to get used to the skin contact before we can move forward onto other things." She explained as I nodded, fighting the sudden urge to kiss her again.

I watched completely unable to look away as she walked towards my bathroom. My mate was sexy as hell even if she didn't know if and my body raged at the sight of her tight little behind swaying as she walked. I groaned knowing that this woman would continuing to become more tantalizing as time went on and the further into our intimate relationship we got. I honestly couldn't wait until she was completely confident and secure knowing that it would be a wild ride.

I wasn't waiting long before she crawled back into the bed under the heating blanket with me. She showed no hesitation snuggling into my chest. I shivered at the warmth of her skin against my own cold skin. I knew that this would be the way we would sleep from now on, because Liberty wasn't one to backtrack. I carefully moved to look over the skin that I was touching ensuring that she was not harmed by my strength. It was easy to get lost in her and even if I knew her abilities were strong, I never wanted to be the one to cause her pain.

"Are you okay?" I questioned needing the reassurance that she wasn't pushed too far.

"Perfect." She replied easily looking up at me "Are you okay?"

"Perfect." I murmured leaning to kiss her gently "Thank you for trusting me."

"Together, right?" She stated, causing me to smile.

"Together!" I confirmed pulling her close as she laid her head on my chest "I love you, Liberty."

"I love you, too." She said yawning slightly as she wrapped her arms around me as I ran my fingers down her bare back "That feels good."

"Sleep, my star." I whispered to her kissing the top of her hair.

I began humming her song softly as it lulled her to sleep. I smiled just enjoying the newfound closeness from the feel of her bare skin on mine. As much as I enjoyed the intimacy of the initial worshipping of her body, it was in this moment that I realized the importance of it. It was reaching a new stage of our relationship, of trust and building a foundation. I finally understood that these separate and small stages to get to our wedding night would make it more special than just waiting, simply because it brought us closer together.

I breathed in her scent truly content and happy in this moment.

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Chapter

~Liberty Point of View~

I yawned stretching as I blinked my tired eyes trying to adjust to what was going on. I felt Edward's fingers moving gently up my arm and his soft lips on my neck. I smiled, tilting my head, and allowing him better access to my neck. I knew that Edward loved kissing my neck, the current spot specifically because he wanted to mark me there and when I became a vampire, he would in order to show the world that I was his mate. I felt him growl lowly in approval one of his hands drifting underneath me along my back to pull me closer to him. I was still a little surprised that the action didn't cause me to tense. I knew that the way that Edward handled it made it easier.

Edward was always so understanding and caring, he never failed to make me feel safe and completely cherished. I knew that his touch would never ever willingly cause me harm. He would die sooner than allow that to happen. No, Edward had watched and listened to discover how to make me comfortable with him like this. He was not shy talking to me, whispering words of worship that often left me shivering in delight. When words failed him, he would growl lowly sending the vibrations through my body. I knew that originally that it was to reassure me that he was causing the reactions in my body, that he was with me. Now, I was delighted feeling him growl against me.

"Good morning!" I said as I moan left my lips against my will when he sucked on the spot between my breasts.

"Morning, Mate!" He growled out as he moved his other arm to the back of my head and his fingers ran through my hair before pulling my lips to his.

I could help but moan against his lips when the closeness of the moment overwhelmed my body. Despite having the little bit of clothes as barriers, I could feel him everywhere as he growled again, deepening the kiss. He chuckled against my lips when I whimpered unable to control my reaction, it was extremely sexy response that he had to me. I sighed happily just moving my hand to his hair gripping it tightly knowing he loved when I did that and just lost myself in the kiss. I could feel my powers around me and his aura surrounding me. While I never truly was worried about his strength accidentally harming me due to his control being better than he believed it to be, I took comfort that my powers were always there to ensure it as well.

"We have to get ready." He said with a smile after pulling away from me to allow me to have the ability to breathe again.

"Really?" I questioned glancing at the clock surprised to see that he had let me sleep later than planned for our departure today, to start vacation.

"We will continue this later." Edward vowed, looking over me with dark eyes as he stepped away from the bed from me with clear reluctance.

"Yeah, we will." I said with a smirk moving to stand from the bed and stretch enjoying the way it always made his eyes darken further "I look forward to it."

"You shouldn't tempt me." He warned with a groan when I bent over to gather my shirt and pants from the floor.

"Ah, but you make it so easy." I said throwing him a smirk over my shoulder "I will be ready shortly. I am guessing that everything else is already taken care of?"

"Yes, the car is loaded with all the luggage. I am going to check over it one more time while you get ready." Edward explained as I walked into the bathroom.

"I won't be long." I promised, knowing how excited he was to leave.

I shut the door after winking at him and chuckled as I sensed him move quickly from the room as I tracked his aura. Yes, he was more than excited to start our plans for the next couple of months. He was extremely happy about the first location. He was taking me to the place of his birth, and we would be starting off our summer vacation spending two weeks there. Then we would be flying off to Peru to meet up with Virginia and the rest of the Cullens. I didn't know the specifics of the plans there besides that we would be there for a month starting in Lima. Then, Edward and I would be going to Edinburgh for the three-week music festival that I had planned for him back at Christmas.

~Time Lapse

I smiled at Edward's excitement as we exited the airport. He had already explained that since he had been turned, he hadn't enjoyed coming here. However, the board meeting for his father's company offered the perfect chance to change that. He wanted to show me around and allow me to see the place that made him who he is. I was slightly ashamed that I couldn't and never would offer him the same. I couldn't understand the need to do so, but to Edward this was extremely important.

I knew that it was going to be a busy couple of days. I had researched Chicago to prepare myself for the city. I hadn't done a lot of traveling within the states and couldn't recall ever stepping foot in Chicago. Edward spent half of the plane ride telling me of the various places that he planned to show me. I spent the other half sleeping as he ran his fingers through my hair. I really enjoyed the comfort and luxury of a private jet compared to military aircraft.

"Are you sure that you are not tired?" He questioned me after we got into the car that was at the airport waiting for us.

"I got plenty of sleep on the plane." I reassured him as he smiled brightly reaching to grab my hand across the console.

"So, you wouldn't mind if we drop our luggage off at the house and then head back out on the town?" Edward asked me as I chuckled knowing that he could barely contain himself at this point.

"No, I wouldn't mind. I want to see everything that you can show me and hear your story. Just as long as there is coffee at some point if you plan on it being the rest of the day." I directed seeing that it wasn't even noon yet here.

"I promise." He vowed with a bright smile that made me shake my head fondly at his antics.

~Time Lapse

~Edward Point of View~

I paused, staring at the door to my childhood home not knowing how to feel. I didn't tend to come here often, tending to use a hotel instead when I came in for board meetings at my father's company. However, this time I called ahead to ensure it was cleaned property because I wished to share this place with Liberty. I glanced at her when she squeezed my hand giving me a reassuring smile. I smiled in return, relaxing slightly as I unlocked the door. Liberty stood at the door as I stepped inside looking around as I set down the luggage. I turned to her while smiling at her as I pulled her hand gently to show her it was okay to enter the house.

"This was my home." I whispered to her as I pulled her into my arms watching her as she looked around the room with a soft look on her face.

"It seems like a wonderful place to grow up in, Edward." She said softly, turning back to me as I softened, knowing that her own home did not offer the same feeling that showed on her face.

"It was." I said in agreement squeezing her hand before leading her further into the house.

I had kept this house as a memorial to the life that I had lost before. It had remained untouched throughout the last century except for modern amenities like plumbing, heating, and air. I kept watching her as she took in each room without mentioning another word on anything. I longed to know what she thought of the old furniture and old fashion décor. She didn't rush me as I took my time leading her through each room before leading her up the stairs, bypassing most of the doors there.

She didn't question it already knowing that the rooms were my parents' bedroom and my father's office. I paused again as I reached the door that led to my old room. I glanced back at Liberty before pushing the door open. I stepped back to allow her to enter as she glanced at me needing reassurance that I was permitting her to enter there. I nodded and gave her a small smile as she just kept the soft look on her face entering the room. I was mesmerized by the image of her there, like a dream lost to a distant past of a life that I used to long for before I became a vampire.

"You were a really adorable kid." She whispered out speaking for the first time since the living room as she stared at a portrait of me when I was much younger.

"I am glad that you think so." I replied as I reached forward to pull her into my arms and glanced at the image of the younger version of myself that I had no real memory of.

"Do you remember anything about your childhood?" She asked before picking up another one of pictures from when I was an infant.

"No, not really. I have really hazy memories from my later years but almost nothing outside the few pictures." I explained gently knowing that it was like that for all of us and she just nodded, biting her lip.

"I wonder if I will lose mine." She whispered completely taking me by surprise, we had not really discussed her turning since our original conversation months ago.

"I am not going to lie; it is likely that it will happen. Most of us have hazy memories from that time in our lives." I stated as I held her a little tighter think of her forgetting me "However, it is possible that you will remember much more than us because of the life that you had and having an exceptional memory."

"I honestly don't know if I want to remember or not." She said as I gave her a sad smile understanding her reasoning "But so much of who I am is because of what I have faced. I cannot imagine how much I would have changed without my past."

"I don't fear that you will change, all of us retained our personalities. I have no doubt that you will be the same person you are now when you change." I reassured her gently kissing her forehead "There is nothing that could change the strong, fearless, selfless, compassionate, and loving woman that means everything to me."

"I hope you are right." She replied swallowing thickly as I pulled her close.

"No matter what happens, I will be there every step of the way and if I have to help you remember who you are then I will." I assured her honestly before kissing her lips quickly pulling away to look into her eyes "Are you ready to head out to lunch? I was thinking of heading to North Pond."

"Yeah, I am ready when you are." Liberty replied with a chuckle setting my baby photo back on the mantel.

"Okay, let me just place our luggage in the room we are staying in and then we can go." I explained, taking her hand in mine again "Then I can start showing you what I remember of Lincoln Park after lunch."

~Time Lapse

I couldn't contain myself as I led my mate back through the nature walk that the Lion House had become explaining what it used to be when I was simply human. She seemed fascinated by the free zoo that was here. She was just as fascinated by everything else that I had been revealing to her since we had lunch at the North Pond. She really enjoyed lunch as she glanced around as if trying to memorize that building that was once a place for ice skaters to warm up when I was human. After, I showed her the Abraham Lincoln Monument and then the Courtland Street Drawbridge.

It was then I understood why Jasper enjoyed his time showing a museum to her. The moment that I told her that in 1902 it had been building and the first bridge that was designed like this in the united, she was captured. She ran her hand does the metal with an awed look on her face. I didn't have any real emotion to these places before I showed them to her. They looked like what it was from my fuzzy memories, but different names and uses. I smiled as I twirled her around making her giggle before pointing to another location to show her.

"This is the South Pond Refectory." I explained as we were allowed to enter the building and I watched as she looked at the place with wide eyes and childlike hyper energy.

"This place is beautiful." She breathed out, making me smile.

"This used to be the Men's and Ladies' Comfort Station." I whispered quietly pulling her against my chest and securing her in my arms.

"Is that what I think it is?" She questioned with shock causing me to laugh lightly.

"No, it does seem like it in this day and age, but back them that just meant that it was an area that housed a restroom and rest area within the zoo." I explained in amusement "The architecture has remained largely unchanged in the hall though from what I can recall."

"I really like the aura of this place." She whispered with a look in her eyes that gave me pause.

I longed to know what was going through her mind because I can't recall her ever having that look on her face before. She turned towards me smiling brightly before grabbing my hand to pull me towards the art in the hall. I just chuckled as she attracted the attention of those around us and gained admiration simply by laughing brightly enough to light up the room.

~Time Lapse

I knew that my mate was beginning to tire of me dragging her already the city. I had shown her everything that I could within Lincoln Park due to it being so like what it had been back in my day. Then I traveled over to the west end of Chicago with her. There were plenty of buildings there that still stood after all this time, but none that I really recalled anything important about. I just wanted to show her the John Lothrop Motley School. I kept my eye on her as always as I led her through the buildings that formed the part of the school that I used to attend, the first 'high school' that I went to.

After that, I smiled at her leading her to the Loop. It was another area that offered plenty of history that kept her awake and interested in learning. It was amusing to watch her skip around and firing off questions as I attempted to recall memories from then for her. Most didn't have anything to explain like the Zoo or the school did. Then I took her to Dearborn Station knowing that this was a location that had a personal connection for me and my past. She looked around at the train station taking it in as I smiled sadly at the changes that disrupted the dream that I used to have about this place.

"So, why a railroad station? I mean they have union station in Chicago." She questioned, tilting her head at me as I smiled because of course my mate was aware of Union Station.

"This place was built in 1885 and Union Station wasn't until 1925." I explained gently kissing her forehead "It has changed a lot with the shops and not being in operation, but this place was a place of fantasy for me."

"How so?" She asked me with interest as I smiled sadly reaching to hold her hand.

"I used to think about my escape here." I offered as she blinked still giving me her complete attention "I used to come here and think about the day that I would enlist. I would depart here and go to serve a greater purpose."

"Oh, then this place was important to you?" Liberty queried, looking around clearly trying to picture it.

"You can say that." I said wrapping my arm around her and pulling her close "I used to have this dream that I would go off to war and I would return home, right here in this station. I used to picture a beautiful woman waiting for me, a loving wife that would welcome me home and sometimes there would be a baby with her."

Liberty didn't say anything as she just gave me a sad smile that spoke volumes of understanding. I hadn't ever courted anyone else as a human, choosing to focus on other things. This fantasy died the day that my heart stopped beating. Liberty simply let me hold her close as she relaxed against me. I glanced at her knowing that what I had now was so much more than the faded dream of a faceless woman that would have met me here. I have no doubt that had I lived that I would have married, but I never would have gone into the service.

"Do you feel up to a few more places?" I questioned her after a few minutes.

"I think so." She mumbled wincing slightly staring down at her feet "I am not sure if my feet are up to it, I shouldn't have kept the boots Alice picked out on."

"How about a piggyback ride?" I asked her as her entire face lit up.

"Ready?" She said as I nodded with a chuckle highly amused "Thanks!"

"Anything for you, my star." I replied, turning to pick her up on my back more than happy to carry her if that meant that she wasn't in pain.

~Liberty Point of View~

~Time Lapse

I sighed tiredly as I kicked off my boots wincing at the pain. Edward smiled at me and kissed the top of my head before disappearing from my view. I was simply too tired to care honestly after all the sights that he had taken me too in one day. The last one had been the Majestic Building and Theatre from his human days. He had kept his promise and I ignored the people staring around us as he kept me on his back. I simply tucked my face into his neck as he told me stories of the plays he could remember seeing there and the history of the place. I knew that one day I would have to plan something for Edward there since it meant so much to him.

I ran my fingers through my hair sighing in relief as I leaned back against the couch. I smiled when cold hands found my shoulders rubbing gently against the sore muscles. I leaned back staring up at him in thanks as he leaned over the couch giving me a soft smile. I was unable to stop the loud groan when his hand hit a knot in my right shoulder, God that felt amazing. He chuckled as he leaned down to kiss me as he stopped massaging my shoulders making me whimper.

"I drew you up a bath." He whispered to me causing me to smile at his thoughtfulness.

"You didn't have to do that, but I appreciate it." I said honestly more than happy to soke for a while after all the walking I had done today on top of the plane ride.

"I did have to." He replied grabbing my hand leaning me upstairs towards the large master bath "Afterall, it was for my benefit that you feel like this."

"Yeah, but it was worth it to learn a little more about your past." I said honestly as he smiled brightly kissing me again and quickly picking me up.

"I enjoyed being able to show you it." He whispered against my lips as he moved through the house and set me down in the master bathroom.

"Edward." I said, completely awed at the sight before me, stunned that he would do this for me.

"You deserve it." He replied with a smile as I soaked in the image of the soft candlelight in the room and the full bubble bath with rose petals of all things.

"Where did you even have roses hidden?" I questioned in amazement not understanding.

"I had the housekeeper that normally cleans the house for me get them while we were out." Edward explained pulling me against his chest "I wanted to ensure that you could relax tonight."

"Thank you." I whispered knowing better to argue against his need to take care of me.

I knew that Edward would always be like this. The comfort that I felt with him is only because of who he is. The male that would set up a ridiculous scene to ask me out on to a high school dance. The man who whispered comfort to me every time it scared me while ignoring his own needs. The friend who would wait for me to come to terms with my urge to run until I felt settled at his side. The thoughtful mate that takes the time to draw a bath for me and set it up for romance with no expectations. The future husband that clearly adored and cherished me in ways that no one had done before him.

"Will you join me?" I asked after a moment making sure I was comfortable with this step.

"What?" He whispered in shock as if he were doubting his hearing.

"Would you like to join me in this romantic bath that you set up for me?" I asked knowing that I needed to be as clear as possible.

"Liberty, I did not do this to push you. I wanted you to be able to relax." Edward said softly as I just smiled shaking my head in amusement.

"I know that you wouldn't ever push me to do anything. I want to do this; I wouldn't offer if I didn't want to and thought I could handle it." I explained honestly, placing a hand on his face.

He looked at me as if he were reading if I was comfortable with this. I knew that I had to show him that I was comfortable with it. I smiled as I slowly began undressing in front of him. He stared at me as I removed my skirt and my pants as we had done this step before. Then I reached behind my back unhooking my bar keeping my eyes on his as I removed it. Edward's eyes widened in surprise, and he fought the urge to look. I smiled at him nodding permission as he swallowed thickly his eyes drifting down slowly. As he stared at my bare breasts for the first time, I fought against the urge to tense and cover myself.

I took a steady breath as his eyes were entranced by the movement. Then, I moved to the black lace underwear that I was wearing. He growled as I summoned the courage, I needed to slowly move the underwear down before lightly kicking it off my feet. Then I summoned the strength to smile at him completely trusting him as I stood completely naked for the first time in front of him. Edward's whimper tore through the quiet room as I looked at him for a moment before understanding that he was fighting not to touch me. I reached over and took the towel wrapping it around me. I approached him slowly as he watched my movements clearly tense.

"Edward, you don't have to worry." I whispered reaching out a hand to touch his cheek.

"I don't want to hurt you." Edward replied as I smiled at him leaning forward to kiss him quickly.

"I know you better than anyone even has." I said honestly as he nodded in agreement "Trust me when I say that you would never ever harm me. I trust you with every fiber of my being. You have amazing control, Edward. Now you just have to trust yourself."

"Are you sure?" He questioned me, still focusing on my own emotional well-being and fears.

"I am more than sure, but it is okay if you decide that you need more time." I assured him softly before he put both hands on my face.

"I want to, there is nothing I want more." He whispered, causing me to smile, and he kissed me tenderly. "Give me a moment to undress and I will join you."

I smiled again dropping the towel to the floor and stepping into the water feeling his eyes on me. I sighed in relief at the hot water on my sore body causing him to smile as he began to unbutton his shirt. Edward and I had been enjoying watching each other undress as much as undressing each other. I knew that this time would be different as he quickly stripped the shirt and pants away. He paused when he stood in his boxers looking at me for reassurance again. I smiled causing him to take a breath and I could see him swallow thickly before he removed his boxers, finally. I could feel my cheeks heat with a blush as I looked at him naked. I shivered at what he had to offer, the size of him. But most of all, all I thought was he looked beautiful.

"No fear." He murmured so softly that I almost did not hear him.

"No, I have nothing to fear from you. I will never fear you, Edward. You would never hurt me." I said softly and honestly.

"You are right, I would never hurt you." He said with a smile.

I moved forward slightly as he approached and slid into the water behind me. He pulled me against his chest causing me to swallow feeling his arousal against me without barriers. We had been so careful of our more sensitive body parts and judging by the growl coming from him I wasn't the only one feeling it. I stilled knowing not to move as I gave him a moment to adjust to the intimate touch to his most sensitive area. I knew that with his heightened senses and his overall desires towards me since I was his mate that he would need it.

"I am sorry." He whispered softly in my ear.

"No apologies, remember? It isn't a problem, I like this. I also like knowing that you are just as affected." I replied honestly causing him to bury his face in my neck and breath in my scent to calm him.

"I am always affected by you, mate." He growled out lowly making my body shiver.

I tilted my head to smile at him and leaned into him a little more letting my body relax completely once more. He just sighed happily wrapping me in his arm and reached with his other hand to turn on the music. I chuckled in surprise that he thought of music as he kissed my neck gently.

"Is this, okay?" He questioned after a moment "Do you need me to keep talking?"

"No." I replied honestly as he looked concerned.

"Are you sure, Liberty? I don't want to overwhelm you." He said seriously as I smiled sadly shaking my head.

"Like this, it isn't the same situation. You feel like you." I explained gently knowing that he would understand.

"I am glad that you feel confident enough with me like this." He whispered after a moment as I smiled knowing that this was the most comfortable, I had ever felt in my life.

"Thanks to you." I replied softly tilting my head slightly to an angle that I could kiss him from "I love you."

"I love you, too." He said with a smile kissing me again before relaxing against the tub and tightening his hold on me.

~Time Lapse

~Edward Point of View~

I smiled reaching down to drain the tub as Liberty wrapped herself in a towel. I cannot remember a time I had ever felt this relaxed and content. The bath was something that took me by surprise, I never expected that as an option tonight when I drew her a bath. She had handled it perfectly, pushing our boundaries and ensuring that we were on the same page. I smiled as I turned and paused, seeing the look in her eyes that told me that she was deep in thought. I reached forward to grab the towel to assist in drying her hair, letting her gather her thoughts.

"Edward." She said as I hung up the towel and began to blow out the candles.

"Yes?" I replied glanced at her wondering where her mind was at.

"Do you have anything that you feel ready for?" She asked me, causing me to still not prepared for that question.

I kept my own desires under tight reigns since I had met Liberty. When I found out about what had happened to her, my main concern was ensuring that she felt in control of the decisions in our intimate relation. Ultimately, it boiled down to the fact that I would never push her, and I could handle my own arousal when it occurred to ensure that I never pressured her. I knew that she wasn't ready for everything that I wanted. I wasn't even ready for everything that I desired from her, I didn't trust myself that much yet.

"I would never push you by requesting anything from you." I replied honestly.

"But you do want more?" She queried as I sighed pulling her still damp body into my arms.

"I can manage my desires until you are ready and tell me when you wish for more steps to occur like tonight." I explained to her, ensuring that she understood.

"What if I wanted to try?" She questioned me "I can't always be the one in control. I mean I trust you and I may need you to take the lead in some of the sexual steps. I think I would be more comfortable if you asked permission and then I could make the decision. This way I know what to expect and I know that if I wasn't ready then you wouldn't judge me. I am asking because when it comes to it, I don't understand any of this from a normal standpoint and you do."

The explanation stole every defense that I had prepared before. I could understand what she was asking of me. She wanted to know what I wanted from her and offer her a choice. I didn't know why I didn't think of it before, of course she would feel like this. Liberty had all her choices taken from her. Here she was explaining that in addition to needing control that she needed choices too. I could do that for her.

"I understand that. Of course, I want more. I have longed to worship you as you deserve, and I can come to you when I am ready for something to progress to see if you are ready for it as well. However, I hope you know that I will never ever request that you do anything for me. I will continue to wait patiently until you decide you are ready and request it. Until then, I can try it your way." I explained honestly kissing her gently.

"So, we could try to do what you want to do?" She questioned me again.

I smiled down at her, nodding in agreement, causing her to relax in my arms and allowing me to understand how important this was to her. I tilted her head up before sealing her lips with my own keeping her deep. I carefully moved her into my arms to carry her to our bed, ensuring that the towel remained in place. I was thankful that I had already put on boxers before this conversation occurred knowing that was a barrier I needed now. I lowered her to the bed before stepping back and took in the image of my mate.

She blushed lightly and that only served to enhance the enticing image of her. The wet hair spread on the bed and her silky skin completely bare before me. I smiled at her in reassurance before crawling into the bed kissing her deeply. I didn't feel the need to hold back, since this was about showing her that it was okay to enjoy my touch. I knew that she was still in control of the situation, and I would ensure that she always would be. However, I appreciated the trust she was placing in me.

I pulled back staring at her as I moved my hand up and down her side. I was taking my time wanting to remember this evening just as much as I wanted to ensure she was prepared for everything. I lay on my side supporting my head with my elbow allowing me to see her as I desired. I leaned forward to kiss her softly moving my hand down closer to the part that I desired to touch. I almost couldn't believe that this was happening. I paused immediately and pulled away from the kiss when she tensed.

"I love you." I whispered knowing that my voice helped.

She smiled, moving her hand up to my face as her body relaxed beneath my hand. I leaned down slowly kissing her right breast as she took a shaky breath. I glanced up watching her closely as I sucked a nipple into my mouth. I smiled against her skin when I heard her soft gasp before running my tongue over the sensitive nub. A few seconds later, I paused pulling back kissing her lips as she smiled against my lips showing she was still with me. I relaxed, pulling away and allowed myself a few moments to enjoy switching between her two breasts ensuring I was both paying the same attention. She threaded her hand into my hair gripping it hard and moaning as her actions made me growl in delight. I prided myself on her pleased reactions and wanted to learn every inch of her the best I could.

"Still, okay?" I asked softly after a few minutes as I moved my hand to her thigh.

"Yeah." She confirmed with a smile as I moved to kiss her gently moving my hand to part her legs a little more.

"I got you, Liberty." I whispered pulling back when she tensed "I love you, Liberty. I am amazed by you, mate. I will stop right now if you need me to, we don't have to do anything."

"It's okay, keep going." She murmured, nodding her head before I kissed her gently once more.

I carefully moved my fingers with a light touch towards her core. I watched her the moment I tentatively moved a finger to her clit as she took a shaky breath. I whispered another loving reassurance moving my finger up and down her slit growling at the wetness that I found there. I moved my fingers gently getting her used to the touch as she slowly relaxed as I slowly applied more pressure. The shaky breaths slowly turned to heavy breaths before turning light moans. My body came alive at the sounds from my mate. I very slowly moved my finger down to her entrance pausing and looking at her for permission.

"May I?" I requested softly as she nodded breathing heavy "I need you to say it, mate."

"Yes." She said as her eyes darkened, and I smiled easing my finger in her tight heat before tensing at the sensation of her around my finger.

"God, you feel fucking perfect." I said before I could stop myself but was surprised that she moaned at my statement, and I could feel the overwhelming tightness clench at my statement.

I moved my finger gently getting used to the feeling of it as my body shivered. I leaned down kissing her knowing her body well enough to know when to ease up. I pulled back when she needed to breathe and moved my finger into a come-hither motion making her moan louder than I had ever heard. This is what I desired more than anything, I wanted to see her lose herself in the pleasure of my touch. I stared at her trapped in the dazed look as I moved my finger out of her before easing in two fingers when I knew she was ready for more. She closed her eyes pulling me down for a kiss and I eagerly deepened it. I continued moving my fingers trying to learn what brought her the most pleasure as she moaned and whimpered against my mouth.

"You feel so warm and tight." I moaned pulling away from her mouth enjoying the loud noises of pleasure in my ear when I buried my face against her neck "I have never felt anything like this. I want to please you more than I have ever wanted anything. I want to show you the pleasure you deserve. I want to watch you come undone at my hand."

This was unlike anything I had ever experienced before. I was hyper aware of every sound, every movement, and every scent in the room. Nothing existed but my mate and her losing herself in the pleasure of my touch. I suddenly knew that she was close and moved my fingers quicker and moved my thumb to her clit again as I peppered her with kisses. I wanted to watch it happen. I took in the breathless whimpering as her body was shaking knowing that she was so remarkably close.

"Oh god, Edward please." She pleaded in a voice that I doubted that I would ever forget after tonight.

"Let go." I whispered softly curling my fingers as I applied more pressure to my thumb's movements.

Then she let out a sound that was a mix between a whimper and a moan as her entire body shook. My fingers were suddenly caught in a tight vice with a surge of arousal. The feeling of pride surged through me as I took in her flushed skin under the glow of the warmed light knowing that I just brought her to the edge. I watched completely taken by the movement of her breathing and her trying to clearly regain her senses. I felt the aftereffects of her orgasm on my fingers, and it coursed throughout my entire body as well. The only sound I heard was the heavy pounding of her heart in the air.

"That was…" She said breathlessly as I eased my fingers out of her still feeling slightly high from what I had just caused.

"Perfect." I murmured against her lips before kissing her lightly "Thank you for trusting me."

"Thank you for everything." She whispered smiling softly "For so many things, from being patient to making it so easy to trust you. I didn't know that it could be like that."

"You will only ever feel pleasure from my touch." I vowed to her softly "I always desire to show you how much you mean to me and how very precious you truly are."

"I feel boneless right now." She stated, causing me to chuckle as the statement filled me with pride "It that was your first attempt, I may just lose my ability to walk permanently."

"It would be interesting to see if I can achieve that." I said, kissing her gently as she smiled against my lips.

"I will be right back." She replied getting up from the bed "I am going to the bathroom."

"I will go get you some water." I said knowing that she needed to clean up.

I watched her enter the bathroom before heading downstairs. I clenched my hand into a fist still clearly able to smell the delightful scent of her arousal on my fingers. I paused slightly tempted to lick them before shaking my head, turning on the kitchen faucet to wash my hands. When I finally was able to taste her, it would be from the source. I have waited this long, and I will patiently wait for that chance. I grabbed a cold bottle of water from the fridge before heading back upstairs. I was still painfully aroused and the smell of her in the air so thickly that it made it harder to quell that need.

"Thank you." She said as I handed her the water as she yawned.

"Come on, you should get some rest." I directed laying down next to her slightly thankful that she was wearing panties and one of my shirts now, she was a little too tempting at the moment.

"But…" She replied looking at me in a look that told me exactly was she was thinking.

"I already told you that you were the sole focus. I expect nothing until you are ready, and I will never pressure you. Tonight, and bringing you pleasure was more than enough for me. I will never forget tonight." I said honestly as she swallowed nodding.

"I love you, Edward." She stated, snuggling against my chest.

"I love you too, Liberty." I replied kissing the top of her hair.

It wasn't long before she was lost to her dreams. I was content to lay here and hold her close while running my fingers through her hair. I didn't know how much her ability to feel pleasure was weighing on me before tonight. Her strength to push against her fears tonight allowed me to fulfill one of my greatest desires. I knew that I would slip out when I was sure she was in deep sleep to take care of the problem that I knew wouldn't just be willed away. The smell of her in the air along with the clarity of the knowledge of the sounds she makes in pleasure made that possibility impossible.

I knew that I wouldn't have to wait long to know her touch in such a way, she was quickly becoming more secure and brave in her desires. Until then, I would be satisfied exploring her. I smiled knowing that while we still had a long way to go that tonight was a milestone and my mate never took steps backwards. I knew that I would be able to explore her with my touch thoroughly until she was ready for the next stage of our relationship. Judging from the sweet moans and breathless gasps tonight, she would welcome my need to worship her from this point forward.

Before tonight, I had my doubts that I would be able to do this. But tonight, she surprised me again when she pushed through the barrier and led us to the new stage. Tonight, she allowed me the security in my own knowledge that I could control my own strength and ensure she was not harmed in any way from my touch. I would be forever thankful for that confirmation and reassurance; it only made me love her more.

I shook my head simply relaxing into a happy hum enjoying my sleeping mate being in my arms wondering what the next surprise would be.

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Chapter

~Edward point of view~

I smiled when I entered the kitchen seeing her swaying to the music she had on the radio. I didn't recognize the song that was playing as I leaned against the frame of the door content to watch her. I eyed her as she hummed along flipping a pancake looking simply delectable in my shirt. I moved forward pressing my chest against her back pulling her close enjoying the fact that she was comfortable enough just like this, in my shirt and nothing else.

"Good morning, mate." I whispered grabbing her hand to twirl her around causing her to laugh.

"What are you up to?" She queried when I chuckled kissing her gently and began to sway with her along to the music.

"Dancing with the most beautiful girl in the world." I replied softly pulling her closer to me.

"You are going to make me burn breakfast." She mumbled as I simply kissed her gently pulling away smirking at the dazed look in her eyes.

"Let it burn." I said not caring about the pancakes as she just raised an eyebrow at me "We can make more."

I smiled down at her as she wrapped her arms around my neck. She hummed lightly to the song as I began to listen to the lyrics. I would learn later that the song that I felt to my core was 'You and me' by Lifehouse. Before her, I didn't feel music the way I do now, but she had a way of making the little things matter. Then the smell of smoke gave me pause and I hastily pulled away quickly removing the burning pan from the stove as she laughed loudly. I looked at her sheepishly knowing that I had forgotten about the stove being on as she just looked amused and giggled, getting another pan to start making another batch.

~Time Lapse

I smiled down at my mate, leading into the room to show her what remained of my father's company. She had been reluctant to come here since I was here on official business. I quickly assured her that I would just show her around and then she could explore the area while I handled my meetings for the remainder of the day. I stopped just before a wall of photos and brought her before the one that was taking of my father and the original partners.

"Is that?" She whispered careful not to be overheard as I nodded in confirmation.

"My father." I explained as she smiled slightly glancing at me.

"You know, you do look a lot like him. Were you two close?" Liberty asked as I shook my head lightly, making her frown.

"I may have been when I was younger, but I have no memories of us being close. I remember wanting to earn his respect, which was normal in those days." I offered softly as she nodded glancing at the photo again "I imagine that is why I feel dedicated to still taking care of the firm."

"It is the honorable thing to do, and you are an honorable man." She said softly glancing over my shoulder "They are ready for you; I will see you back at the house when you are done."

"I love you." I replied kissing her quickly as she smiled against my lips.

"I love you, too. Now go and do whatever it is that you do here." She said shoving my shoulder as I chuckled lightly.

I watched as she rolled her eyes and then started leaving. One of the older board members approached my side smiling at her and glanced at me patting my back.

"With the way you look at her, I'd say that you found yourself a keeper." He stated, to me with amusement as I nodded "Reminds me of when I was young with my dear wife."

~Time Lapse

I couldn't help but smile when I walked into the house later. I missed her in the brief period of time I spent in the meetings. I never liked being apart from her for any reason. I paused seeing that she wasn't reading as I thought she was. No, she was staring at the baby photo of me again. The faded image had completely captured her attention and she had not sensed my return as she normally would have.

"I missed you." I whispered leaning forward to kiss her cheek "Do you enjoy your time exploring?"

"Yeah, I found this amazing coffee shop not far from here. God, I wish I could make coffee that delicious." Liberty explained brightly, setting the photo aside to wrap her arms around me.

"I am not sure that you learning how to make it would be good for your health." I said honestly knowing that there were times that Carlisle feared her dehydration.

"True." She muttered and shrugged her shoulders "How was your meeting?"

"Uneventful and boring." I said honestly kissing her lips quickly "Many of the board members were quite taken with you actually."

"Eh, not sure I want to know what those old men were thinking about me." Liberty replied wrinkling her nose in disgust making me chuckle in amusement.

"Careful, I am an old man myself after all." I murmured in her ear "And I often think of you in less than appropriate ways."

"You are hardly old, and I would still love you if you looked your actual age. Maybe not attracted to you but would still love you." She joked back making me roll my eyes "Besides you just confirmed their thoughts, I don't want to think about them thinking about me like that."

"No, they merely told me that you were a lady and to treat you right. They took comfort that one as young as me showed the stability of a relationship." I explained making her raise her eyebrow in confusion "We reminded many of them of them and their wives when they were younger. Their thoughts reflected that we are apparently adorable."

"Ah, I guess I could live with that." She said as she nodded her head in agreement "Are we going out to dinner or are we staying in?"

"I hate to leave you again, but I need to hunt." I stated to her as she nodded not judging my need to feed "I will try not to take too long, but I have to go out of the city to do so."

"No problem, I will just make something and relax a little bit until you get back." She replied leaning forward to kiss me gently making me groan against her lips "Hurry back."

"Just a few more minutes." I said, drawing her back to my lips and kissing her deeply.

I felt her smile and I ran my tongue along her bottom lip. She allowed my tongue to enter her mouth causing me to groan at the taste of her. I would never tire of this, and it would never be enough. I pulled her closer as she moved to straddle me. I felt her hand drifting through my hair moaning against my mouth as I just relished the feeling of her. I pulled after several minutes to stare at her flushed appearance with a smile.

"I will be back soon." I whispered pecking her lips again.

"Okay." She mumbled still looking dazed as I smiled, moving her to sit on the couch and stood up.

"I love you." I said touching her cheek enjoying the warmth from her flushed skin.

"I love you too. Now go before I decide that your hunting can wait." She replied with a smirk.

"We will continue this later." I vowed as I backed away from her knowing that if I kissed her again that I would not leave this house.

I could hear her chuckling as I shut the front door. I glanced around to ensure there was no one watching before speeding off. There were woods a short distance away that should be clear of humans at this time of day. I just wanted to get this over with as quickly as possible and return to my mate.

~Time Lapse

~Liberty Point of View~

I placed the dish into the sink after washing it before quickly wiping the counter to finish cleaning up after dinner. I sighed at how quiet the house was without Edward being here. I was not used to being alone and the quiet wasn't as settling as it used to be. I used to be able to relish in the silence away from others. I used to strive for moments of complete peace never knowing that it was false contentment. I had grown so use to having Virginia, Edward, or one of the Cullens around me. I swallowed as I sat down reaching for the tattered photo again. The image was taken care of but had faded in the century since it was made clearly showing the years of age that my own mate didn't.

I couldn't really comprehend the feelings that I got from the photos of him as a child. But this one drew my attention and just wouldn't let go. He was adorable in clothes from another time and a giggle on his lips. He had to be about three or four in this photo. However, when looking at it my mind filled with the image of how a child would look between us. Would our son have his smile? Would he have his eyes or mine? A week ago, I never would have thought about it, now I can't keep my mind from forming those images. A week ago, I wouldn't be having dreams of a child and calling Edward their father.

I sighed as I ran my fingers down the glass smiling at the young image of the man that I loved more than anything in this world. I knew that without a doubt in my mind that Edward would be an amazing father even if I doubted my abilities to be a mother. If I were being honest with myself, I knew that I wouldn't deny him a child if it was discovered to be possible. I couldn't do that to him or the rest of the Cullens. I had told them of the possibility, and I could not find it in myself to be so cruel as to choose not to have that child. I would accept the fear that it would cause.

I sighed knowing that not that long ago I didn't even know that I wanted children. Then I saw this photo and my mind was captured with building the picture of what our child would look like. The fact that we were in the house where Edward spent his childhood made it that much more real, even if it was unrealistic to think of such things. This city kept providing me with possibilities, glimpses into the future with my mate. I could see us continuing to explore while Edward planned fancy dates and showed me the little bit that he could remember from his life here. I knew that connection to the past would allow Edward to truly relish living here. I knew that because without a doubt my mate was excited and happy since we touched down at the airport. It was this house that offered the glimpse of the family that Edward has longed for so long and trapped me with the longing for more as well.

"You know every time I leave you here alone, I find you staring at that picture of me." He whispers wrapping his arm around me and pulling me close making me flinch not noticing that he arrived back home.

"Yeah, I guess I have been staring at this a lot." I murmured shaking my head lightly to clear the thoughts from it as I turned to kiss him "I missed you."

"I missed you as well." He stated, to me kissing my forehead as he sighed looking at the photo "What has caused such a fascination with this photo?"

"It really isn't anything, it is just interesting to look at it." I replied not really wanting to discuss this with him, at least not when I couldn't make promises and get his hopes up.

"You find it interesting?" Edward said looking at me with a raised eyebrow moving me to sit next to him instead "I can't help but think that there is more to it than that."

"What makes you think that?" I questioned furrowing my eyebrows in confusion.

"Liberty, I know you. There is this look on your face that I don't recognize when you are looking at this photo. It is like you are getting lost in your own world with the weight of the world on your head, but it seems to cause you get this almost sad smile at the same time. You are beginning to worry me." He explained making me swallow thickly.

I took a breath trying to gather my thoughts knowing that if I were worrying him about this then I would have to discuss it. I had stressed open communication in our relationship since the beginning. One of the main things was to prevent the other one from becoming overly worried about the other one when they were lost in their thoughts. Edward grabs my hand and gave it a gentle squeeze offering comfort. I appreciated the silence support knowing that my own thoughts were anything but silent in the moment.

"Okay, bear with me. I am struggling to wrap my head about what is going on up here." I directed him tapping my head as he nodded giving a smile.

"Take your time, Liberty. I just want to understand what has you so torn." He whispered placing a soft kiss on my forehead and brushing a piece of my hair behind my ear.

"Well, I guess that since we have come here that I have been thinking about the future a lot more than I am used to." I explained as he smiled brightly.

"There is nothing wrong with that, I think of our future often." Edward replied, making me smile at him knowingly.

"I know but I doubt that your visions are of the both of us being husband and wife in this house raising our children." I offered gently, watching as he stilled suddenly in surprise and his eyes widened slightly.

"You have been thinking of us living here with our child?" Edward questioned looking awed over the information and it allowed me to relax a fraction that he didn't think I was insane for it.

"Yeah, I look at the photo and I can see him. I can see a son, the little blend of the two of us." I confirmed biting my lip as he smiled placing his hand on my face.

"There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. I often find myself picturing our future and sometimes it drifts to include our child." Edward offered, making me smile at him "Tell me of your dreams."

"You really don't think that I am crazy? I mean I keep dreaming of our child before we even confirmed that it is possible." I questioned quickly making him chuckle in amusement shaking his head.

"No, I don't think that it is crazy. I pictured a child with you before you even explained the occurrences in the story from the other realm that you read in your world." He said making my release the breath that I didn't realize that I was holding. "You showed me that we cannot think in terms of possible and impossible. Nothing in our future is determined aside from us being together because we both will ensure we have forever. Just because we do not that this child is possible does not mean that we can't talk about it and dream about it."

"I get that, I really do. I just can't help but wonder if these thoughts make me like Rose?" I queried softly knowing that the inability to have children has drastically affected her "I love Rosalie, but the pain she carries isn't something I ever wanted to understand. What if I cave to these desires and I really want a child just to find out that it isn't possible for us?"

"Oh, Liberty, there is no way that you would ever be like Rosalie." He whispered, giving me a sad smile as he breathed in my scent "While it would hurt to dream of a child and then discover that I won't be able to give you one, you are nothing if not the most accepting and resilient person in the world."

"How can you be so sure? I mean Rosalie is pretty strong herself." I explained as he chuckled shaking his head.

"Look at everything that you have faced and accepted." He replied raising his eyebrow at me "You survive because you are a survivor. You were brought here and accepted me for everything that I am. I know that you will be okay because you will push through the disappointment and make the best of the situation. It is the reason that stops me from offering to walk away and allow you to have a child with a normal human, because you choose me and would still choose me. I believe that together, we will have an amazing future with or without children, because we will always have each other."

"You are right, I would never choose a future that didn't involve you. I mean it isn't just the child that I dream of it is your child. If we couldn't have one, then I wouldn't want just any children. Especially considering many of my fantasies revolve around you being a father and interacting with our son." I explained softly watching as he smiled at me brightly.

"A son? Not a daughter?" He questioned, looking amazed as I nodded in confirmation before he shook his head "I always thought of being a father in a general way in my human life. It was just something that was done when you settled down. It was not until you that I wished that we could have a child together. I know that you still doubt your ability to be a mother, but I know that you will be an amazing mother. If it is possible, that is what I am looking forward to the most. I get to see you be a mother to a little girl that looks just like you."

"You keep surprising me." I said, feeling slightly overwhelmed by the look of adoration on his face "What do you dream about?"

"I have a lot of fantasies involving our future. I think of everything from raising a kid and hearing them call you Mama for the first time to dreaming of you being heavily pregnant with our daughter." He says, letting a slight growl as he puts a hand on my flat stomach with darkened eyes. "I must say that I think of that more often than anything else, the image of you being pregnant and glowing is one that is all consuming and completely tantalizing."

"Really, Edward? I would be fat as hell, bitchy and moody, and more than ready to kill you most the time. That is a turn on for you?" I queried in complete disbelief looking at him as he just chuckled leaning forward to kiss me deeply pulling away only when I was breathless.

"You will be beautiful. You are already the most beautiful being in all the worlds, add the fact that you would be growing my child and I know that I would be completely overcome." He stated, kissing me again before looking at me with soft eyes.

I chuckled as his lips as he claimed then again pulling me tight against his cold chest. I appreciated his honesty about his own feelings and his understanding about my own confusing thoughts. Edward was quickly opening up to me but was often still reluctant to share his own desires with me. Despite not wanting to have this conversation, I did need the reassurances from my mate that it would be okay no matter what happened in the future.

~Edward Point of View~

I pulled my mate close to my chest leaning down to place a kiss on the crown of her head as I breathed in her scent. I felt her dainty fingers running down my chest as I leaned down relishing the touch. I ran my fingers through her hair listening to the steady sound of her heartbeat in my ears. I closed my eyes still in slight disbelief over my amazing mate.

"Does that mean that you would want a child if it was possible?" I questioned needing the confirmation that earlier had happened.

"Edward." Liberty said pushing up slightly to stare at me and give me a soft smile "I would love to have a kid with you."

The emotion that surges through my entire being caused a storm unlike anything I had ever felt before. I moved quickly to lay her down on her back and hovered over her to kiss her deeply. I had to rain in my emotions wanting nothing more than to claim her and put a baby in her. My morals and my instincts fought against each other for several moments as I deepened the kiss swiping my tongue into her mouth. I smiled against her lips when I heard the moan before pulling away to stare at her.

"I am going to marry you and we are going to spend our entire honeymoon trying for our daughter." I whispered against her lips as she chuckled.

"Son, not daughter." She stated, to me pecking my lips once more "And we have not been dating that long and I am pretty sure that I would remember you proposing to me."

"A daughter." I protested with a smirk as she narrowed her eyes on me before I kissed her to silence the argument "And I will start planning a proposal worthy of you."

"So sure, that I am going to say yes?" She queried with a raised eyebrow making me smile while I ran a finger down her cheek.

"I know that you wouldn't say yes if I was to ask you today, but when the time is right, and I ask I have no doubt that you will accept." I explained honestly.

I paused taking notice as she stopped breathing for a moment before giving me a bright smile. I opened my mouth to voice my confusion, but she quickly surged forward claiming my lips. I would swear that for a moment my heartbeat with the emotion she poured into the kiss. I groaned against her lips when her hand gripped my hair tightly. I forced myself to pull away hearing her heart squeeze showing the need to breathe several moments later. I leaned my forehead against hers staring into her eyes wondering what caused her to give me such an earth-shattering kiss.

"You are wrong." She whispered as I blinked wondering what about my statement had been false.

"How so?" I questioned her as she smiles with glossy eyes as if she were holding back tears.

"I would say yes today." She replied as I felt breath leave my body completely stunned at her words.

'I love you." I whispered unable to find other words to explain how much she means to me, my amazing mate.

"I love you, too." Liberty replied, as I kissed her gently before laying back down next to her side and pulling her back into my chest.

I ran my hand down her back enjoying the feel of the silk night gown that Alice had chosen for her. I glanced down at her taking in the look of peace and contentment on her face as she resumed her drawing movement on my chest. I smiled knowing that a year ago I never would have pictured a moment where I would be laying in bed with my mate hearing that she would marry me one day soon. A few months ago, I never would have imagined that the woman that caused me distress would be the woman that I wished to one day carry my child. I never pictured a few months ago that I would be this much in love with this amazing woman who held a guiding light that would lead me from darkness.

"Liberty, can you tell me about your dreams?" I questioned her after a few moments of silence recalling that she never really gave me the details.

"There are a few of them I have had." She said taking a breath "Some of them have a little girl, but they all have a little boy."

"Some of them have two kids?" I asked wondering if that would be possible as she nodded against my chest "What do you dream about? I want to picture this future with you."

"Only if you return the favor at some point." She replied looking up at me and I nodded in complete agreement "The first night I dreamed was a little hazy, I seemed to be in the living room picking up toys. I could hear the front door open, and you were coming home from work. Then I noticed a little boy running across the room giggling and you called out his name with this bright smile as he screams daddy. I woke up in shock."

"What was our son's name?" I questioned closing my eyes trying to form an image of her dream recalling the night she had woken up suddenly and I just assumed that it was due to being in a new place.

"Lucas." She whispered glancing up at me.

"Lucas." I breathed out my chest warm with the name of our son in her dream "A son named Lucas Cullen."

"I looked it up later trying to understand why I would dream of that name for our son. Lucas apparently means light." She explained making me shiver at the rightness of that name for a son provided to me by my own personal north star.

"Tell me more of our son." I pleaded, wanting to complete the image of Lucas in my mind.

"He doesn't exist, Edward. It is just a dream." She stated seriously as I shook my head not wanting to lose this.

"He may be a dream, but it is your dream for our future. I want to know everything." I whispered kissing her softly "Please."

"The next night was a little clearer than the first dream." She said laying her head on my chest again "I was in the bathroom telling Lucas not to splash the water. I could see that he was about three years old. He had my colored hair and your eyes from when you were human. He was laughing as he played with his water toys and all I could see was your smile. Then you were kneeling next to the tub leaning over to kiss my forehead before smiling at him. He seemed to squeal happily and splashed again getting your shirt wet. You just chuckled at him as you took the washcloth from my hand. You were so very gentle with him, and he clearly adored his dada."

"He sounds perfect." I murmured savoring the image of our son in my mind as I closed my eyes.

"The next night I was sitting on the floor in the living room again. I was reading a picture book about a bunny to Lucas as he snuggled against my chest. God, I swear I could feel his warmth. I could see my fingers running through his hair. He was repeating the words in this adorable little voice. I heard you speaking behind me and turned to see you entering the room. You were holding a baby in your arms, and I swear my heart stopped." Liberty explained pausing as I swallowed longing for this dream more than the others.

"A baby?" I whispered, placing a kiss on the crown of her head, tightening my arms on her again.

"A baby girl" She confirmed gently glancing up at me with a smile "You leaned down to give her to me to feed her. She whimpered at being away from her father though, I could see that she was already daddy's girl. She couldn't have been more than a few weeks old. She had my eyes though and your hair. Then she let out a cry that woke me up."

"And what was her name?" I questioned wondering if my mate's beautiful mind gave this little angel a name as well.

"Jasmine, it means gift from god." She explained biting her lip "I just knew that it was to honor Jasper as well."

"It seems like a fitting name" I said with a smile "I think we will keep them for our future child, Lucas for a boy and Jasmine for a girl."

"Let's not get ahead of ourselves, we don't know that we can have a kid yet." Liberty replied seriously as I just smiled shaking my head leaning forward to kiss her again to silence her.

"Let me have this until we know for sure. I just want to hold onto this for now." I said watching as she flinched, and I could tell what was going through her head "I won't be upset if it turns out not to be possible. I will always have you and that is more than I ever thought I would have. We all have impossible dreams and there is nothing wrong with hoping that one day I will see you will either Lucas or Jasmine in your arms."

"And we will be enough for each other if we can't have them?" She whispered as I smiled in reassurance.

"Of course, you are my entire world, and you always will be." I vowed to her honestly.

I leaned forward again kissing her deeply knowing that she was the only thing in this entire world that mattered to me. She sighed against my lips as I ran my hands down her sides slipping them underneath the silk end to cup her round bottom. I groan as the smell of her arousal quickly filled the air. This conversation could wait, my mate needed attention and I was more than happy to give it. I moved her to lay on her back again running my hand up to remove the barrier that hid her perfect body from my eyes. I paused looking at her permission and smiled when she nodded her consent lifting her arms for me to remove the item. I moved back to kneel on the bed moaning slightly at her in nothing by the green silk panties that hugged her flawlessly.

"God, you are so utterly beautiful." I whispered moving my hands to remove her underwear "May I?"

"Yes." She replied, lifting her hips to assist me in removing the item down her legs.

I smiled at her soft skin beneath my fingertips as I moved seeing the goosebumps form before I quickly tossed the clothing away from the bed to the room. I ran one of my hands up the inside of her leg towards my desired place watching her closer for any signs of her being uncomfortable with my touch. I leaned forward to kiss her as I gently moved her legs to spread a little further to allow access. She tensed the moment I touched her before taking a breath when I pulled away to look into her eyes.

"Okay?" I questioned softly as she nodded, reached her hand up to pull me back to her lips.

I smiled against her lips applying more pressure to her center making her groan. I pulled back to watch her as I moved one of my fingers into her tight heat shivering at the feel of her. My eyes took in every twitch of her body as I moved my hand wanting to fully understand want would bring her the most pleasure. She bit her lip when I curled my finger within her in order to bit back a whimper. I used my other hand to run my finger along her lip.

"Release it, let me hear you." I pleaded with her as she swallowed nodding as she released her lip.

I didn't want my mate to feel the need to hold back or hide anything from me. I wanted to ensure that she felt comfortable enough to completely show me everything she felt about what I did to her body. I pushed two fingers into her core watching as she twitched with her hands finding my shoulders and squeezing them tightly. I moved my fingers quicker while moving my thumb against her clit causing to whimper as her head fell back. I got lost in touching her simply taken capture by the sweat on her skin and the breathless sounds pouring from my mate's lip.

"Come for me, mate." I whispered twisting my fingers within her causing her to shatter for me.

"Oh god, Edward." She moaned out loudly filling me with pride as I leaned down to place kisses all over her face while she attempted to catch her breath.

She chuckled lightly giving me a dazed look as I smiled before claiming her lips to kiss her. I couldn't help but smirk when she yawned deeply, and I laid down pulling her close feeling more than content that I satisfied my mate. She murmured something against my chest and fell asleep quickly as I glanced at the clock realizing how much time had passed. He wasn't at all surprised at the deep sleep that claimed his mate. I held her close enjoying the feel of her body pressed up against me and closed my eyes allowing my thoughts to drift to our future once more. This time the topic of children wasn't on my mind, I needed to come up with the perfect and flawless plan.

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Chapter

~Liberty Point of View~

I smiled as I opened my eyes, not at all surprised that Edward was already watching me. I leaned up to kiss his cheek while his hand continued to move up and down my arm.

"Good morning." I murmured before placing a soft kiss on his lips "Happy Birthday, Edward!"

"We no longer celebrate birthdays." He reminded me of wrapping both arms around me to keep me from moving away from him.

"We are today." I replied seriously knowing that I had already planned it out "If I have to celebrate mine then I should be allowed to celebrate yours."

"So, you are saying that if I don't celebrate today then next year you won't let me do anything for your birthday?" He questioned with a frown causing me to smirk with a nod in acknowledgement "Very well, I didn't make any plans for today since I don't typically recognize today."

"Don't worry." I said sitting up from the bed and patting his cheek with my hand "I made the plans for today; I think you will enjoy it."

Edward looked clearly surprised at my statement and I knew it was because it was unusual for me to do this. I wasn't the one that was for romance or planning to the extremes like the rest of them. Edward meant the world to me though and after everything he had planned for me, the least I could do was plan a day I knew he would enjoy for his birthday.

"Do I get to know of these plans?" Edward asked, making me stop before I could reach the bathroom.

"We can do what you want until later. I made plans for tonight. An outfit for you and myself will be delivered later." I explained as he tilted his head with a smirk looking over me.

"So, if I wanted to spend the day with you in the bed just like this then I could because it is my birthday?" Edward queried after appearing in front of me and running his hand down my side.

"If it is your birthday wish." I commented clearly, surprising him "But I need to get a shower and brush my teeth first."

Edward pouted as I twirled away from him to handle my needs. I chuckled lightly knowing that he had been so busy these last few days that he would really appreciate some time relaxing with me without any interference. I just hoped that what I planned for today was something that would so him how much he meant to me, and he would enjoy the evening out.

~Time Lapse

I took a breath slightly hating the tight feeling the corset was causing me at the simple action. I could tell when I handed over Edward's outfit that he was surprised by the formal tuxedo that was chosen for him to wear tonight. I quickly hid my own dress giving him the reassurance that I had was the one that came up with the outfits today instead of Alice. I spent a lot of time going over the style that I would be wearing in hopes of honoring his birthplace.

The old-style formal dress with a corset was more painful than I thought it would be though. Even if the deep red floor length and modest dress that hugged me in a tensing manner made me feel almost enchanting. The weigh was something that I was completely unuse to feeling and I couldn't understand how woman back in his era worn these on a regular basis. My hair was tightly wrapped with expensive pins to hold it in place just as Alice suggested for this evening. It helped show off my neck and brought notice to the necklace that Edward had given me for Christmas.

I spent the most time on my makeup since I wasn't experienced with putting it on without Alice or Rose helping me. I thought that I looked presentable though and hoped that Edward would like it. If nothing else, I knew that he would enjoy the amount of effort I put into tonight. The only thing that I would say that I was fully comfortable with was the silver heels that I found to be more comfortable than they should be under the weight of the dress. I took another breath grabbing the purse for tonight and headed downstairs.

I paused with a soft smile seeing Edward already waiting at the front door. I took in his stunned expression with pride knowing that I had chosen well. I stepped down the last few steps taking in how well a tux fit him. He was truly one of the most beautiful beings in this world and for once I understood why some woman enjoyed see men in this style.

"Do you like it?" I questioned him when he hadn't said anything for several minutes.

"You look like you just stepped right out of one of my fantasies. You look perfect." He whispered, still looking a little dazed, as he kissed my ruby red lips "Beautiful."

"Thank you, you look very handsome yourself." I replied running my hand down his chest with a smile "We should head out; I don't want to be late."

~Edward Point of View~

There were few times in my life that have ever left me completely awed, but none had ever left me more dazed than seeing my mate in the gown she had chosen for tonight. She was completely fascinated with taking in the hall for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra but all I could do was watch a fallen star and she was breathtaking. The fact that she went so far outside her comfort zone for me left me speechless. I doubted that I would be paying attention to anything around us this evening. I wasn't going to focus on the thoughts of others that would surely be just as enticed by her as I was, she was mine alone and I knew that.

"Did you come here before?" She queried as I struggled to understand what she was asking.

"I believe that I spent some time here, I remember both Theodore Thomas and Frederick Stock." I explained knowing that I had a hazy memory of it at best and the building was a lot different then.

"So, I made a good choice for tonight in coming here? I wanted to make your birthday special." Liberty asked while biting her lip in a way that made me fight back a growl.

"Seeing you in this dress would have made anything special." I whispered into her ear placing a kiss on her neck "Just spending time with you makes every day special."

"Let's see if you still think that in a hundred years." She jokes towards me before continuing looking around Orchestra Hall as if she didn't just leave me breathless.

"I love you more than anything in the world." I replied completely warm that my mate just referred to spending at least a hundred years with me with no fear.

"I love you too." She said with a chuckle, placing a quick kiss on my lips before pulling me towards the stairs to our balcony for the show.

I knew that years from now I wouldn't recall a single thing about the entertainment for the evening. My eyes never left the enchanting woman that would be spending an eternity at my side. I was beyond lucky to call her mine and that she loved me enough to push her own boundaries for me.

~Time Lapse

I raised my eyebrow as my mate walked back into the bedroom clearly holding something behind her back. I sat up taking in the soft look on her face and wet hair from her shower. She clearly looked more relaxed after getting out of the outfit from earlier and while I appreciated it, I preferred her relaxed and happy like she was in this moment. I would cherish the memory of her in the dress for the rarity that it was just as I would enjoy reflecting on assisting her out of it before she showered.

"What are you up to?" I questioned with a chuckle when she jumped onto the bed with a childlike look of happiness on her face.

"Well, I have a present for you." She said with a bright smile moving her arm to the reveal a carefully wrapped small box "Happy Birthday, Edward."

I smiled as I carefully took the box feeling cherished that she would get a gift for someone who was over a hundred years old. This was the first birthday gift I had received in almost as long. I carefully unwrapped it, feeling her eyes watching my every movement. I opened the box taking in the delicate silver design in confusion. The amulet was clearly too big to be a necklace despite the chain attached. I try to recall anything that could tell me what this item was not wanting to upset my mate by not knowing.

"Liberty." I whispered looking at her as she just smiled knowingly "What is it? It isn't a necklace, right?"

"No, it is an amulet that has my powers and an inscription that will create a barrier of sorts." She explained as I smiled proudly that her powers had grown so much in such a brief period of time.

"What type of barrier? Is it for protection?" I asked, wondering what type of gift she was presenting me with.

"Ever since I have met you, you always struggled with finding silence." She said with a sad smile "This amulet will provide a barrier around a room that will seal it from outside noise and thoughts. I wanted to give you a place where you would find peace."

I starred at the amulet in complete shock as my chest felt like it was burning with the surge of love of felt for this amazing woman. I gently picked it up letting the lights reflect off the amulet showing the Latin written in the metal. My beautiful, strong, and perfect mate gifted me a way to get a haven from my abilities. I gently set it down, reaching to pull her against my chest feeling my body tremble slightly. I was overwhelmingly grateful that this woman had put so much effort into this because she cared about me.

"There are no words." I whispered out tightening my hold on her and breathed in her scent "Thank you, Liberty. You are amazing."

She seemed to shy away from the compliment. I couldn't allow that to happen. I moved closer to her making sure she was focused on me. I needed her to understand how insanely blessed that I was for having her in my life. She was an incredible mate and amazing woman. This was the most thoughtful gesture that anyone had ever done for me. She needed to be recognized for it. So, I kissed her deeply to show her that I was highly appreciative. She shivered underneath my hand on her back as I pulled her closer. I tilted her head slightly and the new angle allowed me to deepen the kiss. I felt her moan against my lips as I moved them. I savored her taste as I moved my tongue against hers in her mouth. I pulled back after several minutes as she looked flushed and was breathing deeply.

"Thank you, I will cherish it forever. I know how hard you have been training and to take the time to work on this for me is incredible. I can never repay you for everything you have ever given me." I said to her, kissing her quickly before picking up the amulet again.

"It was worth it because you are more than worth it, and I owe you more than you realize." She replied with a soft smile causing me to shake my head in amusement as I looked above the door.

"I just put it above the door. If I put it up here, will I be able to use it at home?" I asked, glancing at her as she nodded with a smile laying back against the mattress.

"Yeah, put it up and you can take it down without any issues. The others will get one for each of their rooms too just to give everyone some privacy as well." Liberty explained, making me smile knowing how grateful the others would be.

I reached up, putting the hook into the wall with my simple strength. The moment I secured the thread to hand the amulet, a rush of my mate's power surrounds the room. It overwhelmed the room for a few moments before fading away. Then there was nothing but the sound of my mate's gentle breathing and her strong heartbeat to be heard. I couldn't even hear traffic in the city or people in the area.

"I love you more than anything in the world, Liberty." I whispered approaching her leaning down to kiss her gently.

"I love you, too." She replied with a smile as I breathed in her scent, straining to hear anything outside the room.

"I have a place for complete silence from the others, all thanks to you." I commented laying down at her side running my hand down her arm.

"A place where you won't have to hear Rosalie and Emmett." She said with a chuckle "You won't have to hear personal thoughts or work so hard to concentrate on ignoring their thoughts when you are trying to relax. I wanted that for you, I just wish that I could give it to you permanently."

"My abilities still have their benefits. I wouldn't get rid of them when they are beneficial in protecting us. You have given me a place where I can find relief from my abilities." I explained hovering over her as she smiled moving back to lay on the bed.

"I am glad that it worked out." She mumbled against my chest as I pulled her into my arms laying at her side.

"I have no doubts that you could do absolutely anything that you wish to do." I whispered before placing a kiss to the crown of her head.

She sighed happily as I moved my fingers through her hair. I couldn't help but smile at the only sounds that I could hear were the steady beat of her heart and the soft intake of breaths from her mouth. These were the sounds that were most important to me and the only ones that mattered to me. The sound of her heartbeat offered me more peace than anything else in this world. I always appreciated it knowing that it was limited, that one day I would be forced to listen to it fade from existence. It was the price for her spending eternity with me.

After several moments, I moved to lean over her to claim her lips. She smiled against my lips tilting her head up allowing me to have better access to deepen the kiss. I slid my hand underneath her night shirt along the skin of her lower back pulling her closer to me. I ran my tongue along her lower lip causing her to open her mouth to me. I didn't hesitate to allow my tongue to enter her mouth moving it against her tongue. I groaned at the taste of her, my entire being coming alive for my mate. I wanted to worship her for an eternity and get lost in her to show her how much she meant to me.

I pulled away staring down into her eyes as I took in the quickening of her heartbeat. I leaned down kiss her cheek completely overcome with the surge of desire to ring out every sound of pleasure I could from those perfect lips. I wanted to hear her in silence as I tried to get her to moan louder than I had ever heard before. I knew that thanks to the barrier Liberty would never have to worry about remaining quiet in the future. I hated it when my mate would bite her lip to silence herself. She gave me more of a gift than she realized with that amulet.

"I love you." I whispered kissing her quickly as smiled against my lips.

I paused, noticing that the once human morals were silent against my desire to worship her and show her how much her planning out today meant to me. I deepened the kiss licking against her lips begging for entrance. I couldn't help but smile when she allowed my tongue to enter her mouth. I growled lightly enticed by the taste as I ran my hands across every inch of her toned silk covered body that I could reach from my position. I pulled away when I knew she needed to breathe as my hand found the top button of her shirt.

"May I?" I asked her as I was still completely waiting for her to regain focus.

Liberty took a breath before giving me a soft smile running her hand through my hair as I stayed completely still until she nodded her consent for me to proceed. I fumbled slightly as I slowly went to unbutton the shirt. I wanted nothing more than to tear the item from her body but knew that the action would most likely cause her to be tense. I quickly filed away that desire for later when she was more comfortable. Instead, I was completely focused on the slow reveal of her flawless skin until I finally reached the last button.

"Sit up for me." I whispered to her as she nodded, sitting up enough for me to slide the shirt the rest of the way from her body.

"Can you remove your shirt too?" She questioned softly as she settled back to the back making me smile and quickly remove the item.

She laughed lightly as I resumed my position over top of her and ran my hand down her bare chest. I smiled at the soft sound and saw how relaxed she was with me, showing how much she trusted me. I stared at her breasts with my mouth watering slightly, wishing for the thousandth time that I could take one into my mouth without endangering her. I longed for the day that I would be able to, until then I carefully leaned down sucking on the curves ensuring there was no chance of me accidentally piercing her skin. She moaned lightly as I moved across her bare chest and neck not wanting to miss a single inch of her body. She tightened her hand and pulled at my hair making me growl against her.

"I love you." I whispered to her before finally claiming her lips again in a searing kiss that her pressing up against my bare chest.

"I love you, too." She replied in a groan as I relished in a feeling of her against me, nothing ever felt so right and amazing.

"God, you are so beautiful." I murmured in amazement when I pulled away from her body.

The perfect image of my mate laying there showing complete trust in me. The soft smile on her lips as they parted to breathe from the searing kiss that we just shared. The slightly red skin across her chest from me sucking on her skin wanting to mark her slightly without causing pain. I knew that there would be a hickey on her neck tomorrow morning that would arouse me and fill me with pride every time I seen it until she got fed up and healed it herself.

I moved to sit against the headboard moving her with me. She looked a little confused as I gently moved her to straddle me. I knew that this position would help her feel more in control and allow me to see her chest in a way I hadn't before. I waited until she settled before leaning forward to run the tip of my tongue around one of her perky nipples. Then I ran my tongue hard against her breasts wanted to savor her delicate skin and take in her taste the only way I could for now. She reacted as I came to expect as she gripped my hair and her head fell back.

I moved my hand around her back pulling her closer and holding her steady as she moaned. My other hand moved to her other breast wanting to pay attention to both and squeezed it gently. I kept my eyes on her face for any sign of pain or that I was using too much of my strength with me. I was more than happy to see the look of her surrendering to the pleasure that my simple touch was causing her body. I applied a little more pressure causing her to moan and arch her back quickly. I pulled away quickly seeing I was sucking at her skin and worried that I would accidentally pierce her.

"Sorry." She mumbled taking a breath when she realized her movement.

"We don't apologize, remember?" I replied softly leaning forward to kiss her gently before pulling back with a smile "Besides, I like that I could cause such reactions from you."

"Of course, you do." She said fondly before she bit her lip "Can you hold me close? I want to feel your skin against mine like this with your arms around me."

I couldn't help the little growl that left me at the request as I nodded quickly more than willing to feel that myself. I wrapped my arms around her pulling her as close as I could. I felt her wrap her arms around me holding me tightly. I shivered feeling the warmth from her surrounding me so completely for the moment. I leaned my head on her shoulder closing my eyes to enjoy the moment. I buried my face against her and breathed in her scent. The scent of her arousal was clear in the air even as she shivered against my chest.

She pulled away slightly as one of her hands moved to my face to direct me to look at her. Then I couldn't hold back the moan against her lips when she leaned forward kissing me deeply pressing her bare chest against my skin. I tensed removing my hands from her body when hers moved up my body with her fingernails pressing into my skin in a tantalizing way that I hadn't felt before. I was about to touch her again when my mate surprised me by moving her lips from my lips kissing her way down my throat. I gripped the covers when she sucked on my neck harshly in a way that had me letting out a sound between a moan and a growl. Then she surprised when by moving further down kissing down before lightly biting my nipple causing the covers to tear in my hands as I snarled in pleasure.

I allowed myself to get lost in the feeling of her kissing and sucking on my chest and neck. The feel of her hands gripping my shoulders or my back as she moved across my exposed skin with confidence, I hadn't experienced from her before. I relished knowing that my mate wouldn't be doing this if she didn't want to do so. Then she was just gone, causing me to blink in a haze still struggling against the pleasure she had caused to overwhelm me. I looked to find her off the bed already pulling down her bottoms and underwear. I swallowed at the image of her bare before me. God, she was the sexiest and most enchanting woman I have ever seen.

She smiled at the moan I couldn't contain and moved to crawl back into the bed. I moved forward putting an arm around her to lay her down on the mattress as gently as my speed would allow, overwhelmed by my need to touch her. I leaned down breathing in her scent and kissing her gently on her lips before pulling away from her mouth to run my fingers up her right leg. I enjoyed the trail of goosebumps that followed my gentle movement. I leaned over her kissing her deeply as she moaned against my mouth as I cupped her cheek in one hand. After a few moments of simply relishing kissing her, I moved my hand slowly down her chest and sides to reach her core. I pulled away from her lips again before I touched her the way I ached to touch her.

"May I?" I questioned softly as she nodded relaxing as I used my hand to open her legs a little wider for me.

I was more than thankful for the show of trust as I ran my fingers against her slip. She didn't tense at the touch filling me with pride knowing that she was completely comfortable with my touch at the moment. I watched her carefully as she closed her eyes tossing her head back as I moved the thumb to apply a little more pressure against her clit. I teased it as she whimpered slightly with her eyes opening to look directly into my eyes.

"Perfect." I whispered at the image before me and slid my fingers down.

I groaned at the feel of her warmth at the tip of one of my fingers. I slowly slid the digit into her heat biting back a moan at the overwhelming tightness. She moaned as I curled the digit searching for the g-spot. I felt it and applied pressure to it and her clit with my thumb causing her to arch off the bed. I leaned forward kissing her deeply hearing the loud moan that the action caused.

"You feel so wet and warm, like absolute heaven." I stated, with a moan of my own as I throbbed painfully with need.

The smell of her arousal filled the room along with the sound of her breathless moans and whimpers. I was completely focused on the image of my mate as she surrendered herself to the pleasure that I was bringing her body. I could tell from the inability to stay completely still and the slight look in her eyes as she struggled to remain in control. I smiled down at her as I moved my finger out before gently pushing in with two. She took a shaky breath as her body trembled. Then I whispered words of love reminding her that this was us and moved my fingers within her and against her clit quicker. I moved my eyes over every inch of her body and face, not wanting to miss a single reaction that I was causing her. The sounds that tumbled from her lips were uncontrolled and louder than I had ever heard.

"Let go, mate." I whispered against her lips seeing her fighting the orgasm.

I kissed her quickly before pulling back watching to watch her fall over the edge. I applied just slightly more pressure and curled my fingers. That was all that it took to send her crashing in a wave of pleasure. She threw her head back with eyes slammed closed, there were beads of sweat on her forehead, and her mouth open in a loud shout saying my name. I continued my movements in hopes of prolonging her pleasure as long as possible.

"Beautiful." I murmured honestly knowing that there was never a more stunning sight than my mate consumed by pleasure from my hand.

"You are getting way too good at that." She whimpered when I moved my fingers again after a few minutes.

"One of the better skills to have." I stated with a chuckle kissing her gently "I will never tire of seeing you come undone for me."

"I can't feel my legs already." She replied before biting back a moan as I continued my movements against her core.

"That is too bad because I am not done worshipping you tonight." I commented seriously causing her to groan as I moved to kiss her neck.

I chuckled lightly when she breath out a curse when I hit a sensitive area. I continued to touch her in an attempt to bring as much pleasure from her body as she could handle. The more I worked on her body that more fascinated I became watching her. I enjoyed the pleading tone that took over her voice as she begged me for more and the strangled sound that included my name. There was a dazed look in her eyes and then tears formed as I overwhelmed her senses. Every reaction filled me with pride as I watched her repeatedly come from my hands.

After I thoroughly exhausted my mate, I pulled away from her, taking her into my arms. I couldn't help but laugh at the offended look on her face when she attempted to stand on shaky legs when I set her down in the bathroom. I was taken back by the utter contentment I was feeling as I looked at my mate with matted hair from sweat, skins glistening with the afterglow, and the smell of her surrounding me. There is nothing to interrupt this moment, we were isolated from the rest of the world. I couldn't be more grateful that this amazing woman was mine.

After the quick shower, I simply laid down in the bed pulling her into my chest. I smiled as she fell asleep quickly snuggling tightly against me. I chuckled when she mumbled in her sleep-in clear offense when I shifted slightly. She was so thoroughly exhausted, which means I succeeded in effectively showing her body the pleasure I wished to bring her. There was no doubt in my mind that I wanted to spend the rest of eternity with her and ensure that she was always taken care of in every way that I could. She was my guiding light, my star, and deserved everything this world could give her.