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Epilogue:

(EPOV)

Ten years later. Colchester, Vermont

I leaned against the wall and watched the scene in front of me. My oaf of a brother sneaked up behind my wife, grabbing her from behind.

She immediately turned the tables and I winced as she nailed him in the gut with her elbow then slammed her fist into his nose. She stomped on his foot before twisting around. She kicked him as hard as she could in the kneecaps, before grabbing his arm and flipping him up and over her, where he landed with a thud on the mats.

The room broke out into applause as a dozen girls cheered for Bella. She smiled and proceeded to tell her girls about the moves and how they should be executed. Even after twelve years, she still amazed me.

This time around, we weren't in school. We worked together as a family to open a center for women and children. Esme and Alice ran the shelter and gave an extra boost to those who needed help restarting their lives. Whether it was clothes for a job interview, babysitting, or even helping them escape from abusive partners.

Carlisle opened a free clinic, and Rose and I worked with him. He and I both saw general cases, where Rose liked to specialize in maternity care and victims recovering from sexual assault. Jasper was also part of our clinic; he offered counseling sessions in groups and one on one.

Bella and Emmett worked together in the gym area. Emmett enjoyed working with kids, helping them get in shape, playing games, or working out their aggression. Bella was putting her training to good use by teaching self-defense.

We have been in touch over the years with Renée, mostly by on-line chat. We both knew that soon Bella would have to 'die' in some way. Bella wasn't looking forward to it, but she understood it had to be done.

"Are you all right there, Em? I didn't hurt you did I?" Bella smirked as she nudged his leg with her foot.

He glared up at her. "Yup, barely felt a thing."

He was lying.

'Damn what was I thinking agreeing to do this with Bella. Alice promised me that it would be fun for all. I'm going to get that little pixie and her wardrobe too.'

My laughter escaped, and Bella's warm golden eyes found me. She smiled and then glanced at the clock.

"I 'm afraid that's all the time we have for today. Remember, next week I will be on vacation, and Rosalie will be filling in for me. However, don't worry, just because Emmett is her husband, doesn't mean she will go easy on him. I taught her everything I know." Bella's eyes glinted impishly.

Emmett hid his grimace as he forced a smile on his face. The girls circled around, thanking her, and few shouted their thanks to Emmett before heading to the locker room.

Bella walked quickly across the gym towards me. I pushed away from the wall and met her. She jumped into my arms wrapped herself around me then kissed me soundly on the lips.

I pulled back with reluctance. "We need to leave to catch our plane, Love."

"Give me five minutes, I'll go change." She jumped down and hurried to the locker room.

Today was our ten-year wedding anniversary and we were on our way to a private island off Brazil.

Two months after Bella was shot, we got married in a simple ceremony at our house in Portland —family only. Bella wanted her mother there so we had planned to get married before Bella was changed.

The ceremony was non-traditional; Bella and both sat on a carved wooden bench that Emmett had made. Alice officiated after becoming ordained via an online class. For our first dance, I held her in my arms, similar to how I danced with her at our prom, only this time I supported all of her weight.

We didn't go on a honeymoon straight after the ceremony. After several discussions, I agreed to change Bella the night after our wedding. She expressed to me that she wanted to enjoy her honeymoon without any limitations.

SG

Several hours later, we arrived at our destination.

I watched as my wife walked into the room, captivating my attention with her hips swaying seductively as her heels clicked across the floor. Her long, creamy-white legs disappeared into her very short, plaid skirt. She wore a white button-down shirt with the top few buttons undone to show off her ample cleavage. Her dark mahogany hair hung loosely around her shoulders and down her back.

Bella approached me with confidence, with every step she took — she was an enchantress, luring me under her spell. She circled around me, brushing my shoulders and arms with her hand. She stopped in front of me and dipped down low until she was on her knees.

She gazed up at me with dark hooded eyes; every want and desire radiated off her as her fingers trailed up my legs, leaving a tingling feeling in their wake. To keep from touching my beauty, my hands clenched the side of the chair, nearly splitting the wood.

My breath hitched and I almost came undone, when she moved her fingers over the bulge in my pants. I twitched under her fingertips. She grinned, the tip of her tongue poke licking her lower lip — her eyes were filled with hunger.

Abruptly, she stood and took a step backward. I made a sound of discontent then reached out for her. She shook her head and winked. She then reached behind her grabbing the pole, lifted herself off the ground in one fluid motion, turning herself upside down as she spun.

I was captivated as she performed her dance. With one leg wrapped around it, she hung precariously in mid-air while making swift work of unbuttoning her shirt. She tossed it in my direction before swinging around again. She paused once more, this time removing her skirt, leaving her in only, lacy blue undergarments.

I shifted in my seat, and her eyes flew to mine. With a small smirk, she slid down the pole and took a step towards me. My eyes trailed down her gorgeous form — I was indeed a very lucky man to have this goddess as mine.

She started to straddle my lap and I was prepared for her to sit when she surprised me. She placed her hands on my thighs and lifted herself up into a handstand. I found myself eye level with the small bit of lace that barely covered her.

I felt a tug on my zipper, which released the arousal that had been straining against my pants. She traced her tongue down my length then back up to the tip, where she teased it before encompassing me into her mouth.

I let out a small growl and buried my head between her thighs. Her legs then wrapped around my neck and I nipped at the lace tearing it with my teeth. I slipped my tongue inside of her tasting her arousal and matching her pace of suckling.

Before I reached my peak, I grabbed her by the hips and flipped her upright, I slid inside of her as she moaned, arching her head back. Our mouths attacked each feverishly as our thrusts increased.

Without stopping, I picked her up continued pushing deeper into her until a rumble emanated from her chest. Her eyes had locked with mine before she came undone in my arms. I followed behind, spilling deep inside. I collapsed back onto the chair and wrapped her in my arms. She cuddled into me and rested her head on my chest, and let out a sigh of content.

SG

"Happy Anniversary, my Love," I whispered into her ear.

She looked up at me with sparkling golden eyes. "Happy Anniversary to you as well."

"I don't know how I am going to compete with that gift." I grinned.

"You don't…"

I placed my finger over her lips stopping her.

"Don't finish that sentence." I removed my finger and replaced it with a small kiss. "I'll be right back."

I ran into our bedroom and back; I placed an envelope and a small box in front of her. "Open this one first." I pointed to the box.

She opened and gasped at the diamond heart that once belonged to my mother.

"Edward, it is beautiful." She held it up to the light, sending tiny rainbows across the room.

"It was my mother's. My father gave it to her as a wedding gift. Since you like the ring so much I thought you would appreciate this as well.

"I love it, thank you. Will you put it on for me?" She handed it to me.

I clasped it around her neck then kissed her cheek. "Okay, now the other one."

I sat back as she opened the envelope then read the document. Her eyes widened as she read, her eyes shimmered with unshed tears.

"The Charlie Swan Scholarship?" She whispered and looked up me in surprise. "You started a scholarship for a Forks' resident under my dad's name and not only that, it's a fishing derby. He would have loved this. I love it. Thank you." She hugged me tightly.

"If you read the second part, it is actually two scholarships. One is for a Forks' resident. The other is for a Quileute." I explained.

She pulled back and looked skeptical. "How did you convince the tribe to allow that?"

"It wasn't too hard. Jacob is now the tribal leader; he was a bit hesitant at first, but he realized by refusing, it would only hurt a worthy applicant's chance at a college education." I shrugged.

"I'm glad." Bella looked relieved.

She stood up and held her hand out to me. "Come on, let's go for a swim. I plan on thanking you again."

"You don't have to ask me twice." I leaped to my feet and scooped her up. She started laughing as I ran out of the house and across the secluded beach. She squealed with delight as we splashed into the surf.

The last ten years with my Bella have been incredible.

And if it was a small glimpse into our future, I knew the rest of our eternity would be phenomenal.

The End!

A/N:

Early update. You can see that they have moved on and have found their HEA.

Thank you for taking this journey with me. I appreciate all the love, recommendations, and reviews you have given my story.

Up next… I am not too sure. I have few stories in my head, but it may be a short bit before they appear on fanfiction. I have to take a short break while I have surgery on my arm, and I am not sure how that will affect my writing.