AN: Thank you so much for taking this journey with me! I have loved writing this story.

I have a new story that is only three chapters with a mysterious Edward and a Bella that's trying to solve the puzzles that he brings into her life. It's called, Deep Dog Walking Thoughts. You can find it on my profile.

Epilogue

One Year Later

"That was the oddest christening I could ever imagine," Edward stated as we walked over to the buffet table. It was an assortment of hummus, crackers and BBQ ribs. All the guests were required to wear beach clothes.

It was a mix of traditional Methodist dogma and Buddist chanting. My head was still spinning.

My fingers linked tightly with his. "It shouldn't be a surprise when Alice and Jasper are involved."

I looked over to a beaming Alice and Jasper grinning at little Arthur and my dad. Dad was rocking him back and forth and singing Elvis songs to the little guy. He was always meant to be a grandfather. It was a lovely sight.

Edward kissed my head. "We're going to have that someday."

"I know," I agreed. "Can we enjoy being newlyweds first?"

We had been married for a month. The ceremony was a small affair at a little church outside of town. I was barefoot and Edward wore jeans. Everyone danced to the music that Jasper played on a fiddle. Alice's swollen feet were propped on the folding chair. She was already ready to pop out my nephew. The meadow was filled with flowers that Angela made into chains and place upon Liam's neck. They were going to be married next fall.

"Dance with me, Sweetheart?" Garrett held out his hand from where I was sitting on Edward's lap.

"Twirl her around for me," Edward said with a laugh. "I need to rest up for the big night."

I took Garrett's hand and gave my husband a smile. "You sir, are a pervert."

"You love it, wife!"

"I do, husband." I let Garrett lead me out where others had made a makeshift dance floor in the grass. "You still have your dancing skills, Hemingway!"

Garrett had a small limp, but compared to what could have happened, it was a blessing. He was doing such good work helping veterans get the mental health benefits they needed. I was proud of my friend.

"My skills are far better than your Lord Byron," Garrett teased. He spun me around and finished with a dip. "Are you happy?"

I was ecstatic. Not that life was completely perfect. Edward's poetry book failed to take off. His self-esteem took a hit, but he discovered a new passion. He was hired to review music for a magazine and took great pleasure dragging me to shows. It fulfilled his rock star childhood dreams and allowed him to still write.

I continued to work as a designer which paid the bills, but wrote silly, short stories at night. Maybe someday I would send them out and see if they could become something more. For now, I just would let them sit in a box until I felt a bit braver.

"I am. Are you happy, Garrett?" I looked over to where Kate was chatting with Edward's parents. I felt blessed to have her as a new friend.

He smiled and it was so bright, I was almost blinded. "I love her, our Bell."

"Perfect."

Edward and I headed out of the midday sun and into the house. Jasper and Alice's house had giant backyard and absolutely no shade. "It's so hot out there!"

"We should plant them some trees," I suggested. I peeked out the window. Angela was arguing with Ben. He still hadn't come to grips with her engagement to another man. Liam just drank a beer and laughed. "Benjamin is giving Ang a hard time again."

"She can handle him and if not Liam and Charlie are there." He watched as Emmett came into the backyard carrying a giant teddy bear. Rosalie walked slowly behind with a pout on her bright red lips. I was certain they were going to break up again. "Why are the two idiots here again?"

"They're Jasper's friends," I reminded him.

"I guess they're our crosses to bear." Edward put both of his arms around me and awkwardly led me towards the guest room.

"What are you doing?" I wondered aloud, as he kicked the door closed with his foot. His eyes watched me like he was stalking his prey.

"Hands up," he ordered. I happy obliged and my sundress went over my head. "Woman, you're naked! What is this kinky surprise?"

"Oops."

Edward stripped off his tee-shirt and I pulled down his board shorts. I rubbed my hands down his chest. "This is quite inappropriate during a baby shower."

"Button, our honeymoon starts in six hours. Actually, I have decided to start it now. Who said it needs to begin at the airport." We were leaving for a two weeks vacation in England. I was giddy. "Bend over, Bell."

I bent over the bed and felt his fingers twist this way and that I bit my lip to stop from calling out words of joy. His kissed down my spine and I was feeling weak-kneed and tingly.

"Do you want me, my Bell," He whispered in my ear, as he palmed my breast.

"Please now," I cried out quietly. I turned my head and added with a wink. "Hurry up, I still need to pack."

"Damn, I love your sassy mouth," he murmured and bit my ear. He entered me and we moved together as I clutched the duvet cover. Edward turned my head to kiss me. It was one of those kisses that set me on fire and it took every effort not to yell out my love for him.

Instead I whispered as an orgasm took hold of me, "I love you so much."

"I love you for infinity and beyond," Edward returned as he emptied into me and we collapsed into the bed.

We held onto each other's naked bodies. Edward's fingers twisting in my hair. I looked up at him with a grin. "I should have never let you watch Toy Story."

"That wasn't exactly what he said," Edward retorted looking offended. "I was trying to be romantic."

"It was close enough to what the toy alien said," I pointed out. "I thought it was cute."

He rolled on top of me. "I think you're cute. If you give me a minute, I'll be ready for another go."

I kissed him. "You are out of control."

"Out of control for you." Edward kissed me back, as I wrapped my legs around his waist.

"Oh my God! That's your ass! I'm blinded!" My father screamed and ran out of the room. I heard him yell to Alice, "Ali! The diapers are not in the spare room. Your naked sister and brother-in-law are in there! I raised a heathen!"

Edward and I looked at each other and laughed. My laughter was a bit tainted with embarrassment.

He kissed my nose and said, "I think we need to get to England."

I couldn't agree more as I stared at the man I loved. Though I must admit that no matter where our forever took us, I was overjoyed that I would be with him.

Fin.