Alright guys, here it is *sniff sniff* the end of My Defenses Hit the Ground. I can't thank you all enough for the wonderful reviews I've gotten; they encouraged me whenever I doubted myself. I've left this story somewhat open-ended just in case I make a sequel, but again, that is all up to you! Thanks for reading, and now the short but sweet conclusion!!

-MissSingItAll

Disclaimer: I don't own Twilight.

Bella POV:

(1 week later)

"Edward? Where are you?" I called in a half whisper. I was standing in the darkness of my room, searching blindly. I felt a cold arm wrap around my waist.

"Right here," he said, placing a kiss on my shoulder. I smiled. As it should be, I thought. He guided me to my bed, where I took care to lay down gently. My arm was still sore, and Charlie just about had a heart attack when he saw me come back looking like I escaped a war zone. He ordered that I stay away from camping, but there was a playful glint in his eye when he said it. I think he could see the change in behavior I had made, now that Edward was back.

Edward stroked the side of my face as he lay next to me. "How's your arm?" he asked.

"It's much better," I replied. I listened to the sound of our breathing before speaking again. "I love you."

"I love you, Bella," he said. I couldn't help the words that came out of my mouth.

"Really?" I asked. He tensed, and I could only imagine the look of agony on his face.

"Bella, I've never been more sure of anything in my life. I'll do anything to make you believe that, I swear."

"I believe you," I said. I snuggled closer into his arms. He calmed down.

"Sometimes it's just hard for me to believe it," I continued.

"Believe it, Bella. Truly, I do love you." Edward's voice dropped to a gentle whisper. "Sleep now, love."

"'Kay," I mumbled, already exhausted. He chuckled, and then, like always, he hummed my lullaby, easing me gently to sleep.

A/N: Aw, doesn't that make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside? Ha, I crack myself up. Anyway, thanks so much for reading and if you want more, maybe I can work something out. :)