A/N- So I started this story off thinking it would be an M story, and I'm sorry for those of you who found this story when it was listed under that rating. However, the M portion I was going to put in just felt like it was stretching the story and I really didn't want to do that. So, here it is, the last installment of the three-shot! Enjoy!

Danae Jo- Thank you! I'm glad you like it (and Chris Cagle)!

carpe-diem-1299- You'll find out who the blonde is here… thank for the review!

She left without leavin' a number

Said she needed to clear her mind

He figured she'd gone back to Austin

'Cause she talked about it all the time

It was almost a year before she called him up

Three rings and an answering machine is what she got

If you're callin' 'bout the car I sold it

If this is Tuesday night I'm bowling

If you've got somethin' to sell, you're wastin' your time, I'm not buyin'

If it's anybody else, wait for the tone,

You know what to do

And P.S. if this is Austin, I still love you

The telephone fell to the counter

She heard but she couldn't believe

What kind of man would hang on that long

What kind of love that must be

She waited three days, and then she tried again

She didn't know what she'd say,

But she heard three rings and then

If it's Friday night I'm at the ballgame

And first thing Saturday, if it don't rain

I'm headed out to the lake

And I'll be gone, all weekend long

But I'll call you back when I get home

On Sunday afternoon

And P.S. If this is Austin, I still love you

Well, this time she left her number

But not another word

Then she waited by the phone on Sunday evenin'

And this is what he heard

If you're callin' 'bout my heart

It's still yours

I should've listened to it a little more

Then it wouldn't have taken me so long to know where I belong

And by the way, boy, this is no machine you're talkin' to

Can't you tell, this is Austin, and I still love you

I still love you

-Chris Cagle, If This Is Austin

oOoOoOo

It had been a year, a year since I had planned on moving to Forks permanently and a year before I left faster than ever before. Yet in that year, I couldn't stop thinking of the one person who made me move. I had always been somewhat of a loner at my school. I had my friends, but I was quiet. The girl in the back of the room people knew but never really talked to. In the last year I had become even more of a loner, completely drawing back from anyone who even tried to approach me. Still, here I was, back in Forks, driving through what was apparently downtown in Charlie's cruiser. I never knew many of the kids here, just the Cullens and so far I hadn't seen any of them in the streets, not that that surprised me.

"I'm happy to have you back, Bells." Charlie said.

"Mhm…"

"I've already talked to the school and you'll be set to enroll there in a few weeks when the year starts."

"Great."

"Did you cut your hair?"

"Hm, no… it's actually a bit longer than last time I was here." I said, looking down at the strands.

The rest of the drive home was quiet. Charlie never was a talker, which made past events and the current drive easier. When we got home, Charlie helped me bring my stuff upstairs. My room really hadn't changed much. However, there was an envelope on my pillow. I set my bags down and picked up the envelope. My name was written in elegant script and I traced over the black lines.

"That's been there since you left… I haven't read it or anything."

I didn't say anything, I just sat down on my bed holding the letter.

"Um, I'll be downstairs. I'll order some pizza since I'm guessing you don't want to cook tonight. Pepperoni still ok?"

"Ya, sure, um thanks."

Charlie left me to myself and I sat back on my pillows. I turned the envelope over and slowly peeled the back open. I winced as the edge tore slightly; I never was good at opening the envelopes nicely. I pulled the letter out and unfolded it. I couldn't look at it at first, but eventually started reading.

Bella

I don't know if Charlie will send this to you, burn it, keep it, or send it back to me. Hopefully it will get to you somehow, even though I can't…

I just wanted to say that I'm sorry for everything that happened. I truly wasn't cheating on you, even though that's what it looked like. Jessica had planned it that way, I just hope you can somehow come to see that. I never would have done anything to hurt you.

I'm sure you're wondering why I didn't come after you if I wasn't treating and really loved you. Well, it's because of the look you gave me as you left. It broke me, literally broke me. I'm writing this now only because Alice told me to do something. I need you in my life, but it looks like that might be one wish that will never come true…

If you'll never talk to me again I want you to know what happened. I was waiting for you, listening to Claire de Lune and completely zoning out. I was surprised when someone started kissing me and I thought it was you. I should have known your lips anywhere, your scent, but that didn't happen. I didn't open my eyes till you came in. Bella, I love you, I'd never cheat on you. I should have known better, but I didn't. I'm sorry, please forgive me.

If you ever come back, if you ever find yourself willing to forgive me or even talk to me, please call me. I'll always love you.

Edward

I don't know how many times I reread the letter, but if the teardrops on it were any indication, it was quite a few times. Finally I put the letter down next to me and just let the tears fall. I hid my face in my knees and just cried. When the tears stopped, I picked up my phone and looked through the phonebook. There it was, staring back at me… Edward Cullen. Before I could stop myself or think about it, I hit the send button. I watched as my phone dialed, then connected. I heard it ring and still I was frozen. I turned my phone on speaker, trying to figure out something I'd say. Although I realized that I'd probably just listen to his voice one more time.

"Hey, it's Edward. Sorry I missed your call, but I'm probably working on homework or practicing the piano. If this is Jessica or Lauren, stop calling me and leave me alone. If this is Jasper or Emmett, you know where to find me. If… If this is Bella, I still love you."

I dropped the phone. It pounced on the mattress next to me and I watched it with a mouth wide open. As soon as my mind caught back up to me, I grabbed my phone and cancelled the call. I stared at the phone in my hand, completely stunned with his voice mail.

"Bella, pizza's here." Charlie said.

"I'll be down in a second." I said. I wiped the tears off the corner of my eyes and walked downstairs. I know Charlie saw the difference in me, but he didn't say anything. He took his slices of pizza, foregoing the salad, and returned to the couch where the TV had some sports game on. I took my food and sat down next to Charlie, although I didn't really pay attention to the TV. When we were finished, I took the plates and put everything away. I walked back to my room and refused to look at my phone. I put my clothes away and got my room all in order. Finally, my room looked habitable once more and I was forced to pick up my phone. I turned on the screen and was surprised to find a missed call, along with a new voicemail. I flipped my phone opened and sucked in a breath when I saw Alice's name flash on my screen. I called my voicemail and waited to hear the high chirping voice, but was surprised with what I heard once more.

"Bella, it's Edward. I saw you called and although there was a voicemail I heard nothing. If you really called me, please, please call me back. I'm calling on Alice's phone because I'm not sure if you'd pick up if it were my phone. Bella, love, I miss you. I'll admit, I thought I was dreaming and I still think you pocket called me. Please, call me back if it was intentional, please. Bella, remember, I love you, I always have, always will."

I listened to the message a few times. Just hearing him call me love and that he stilled loved me made my heart race. I knew what I had to do, but I couldn't do it immediately. So, I listened to Edward's voice one more time before turning off my light and falling asleep.

oOoOoOo

The next morning I woke up still holding my phone. The screen was blank when I turned it on so I set it on my bedside table. I went about my morning cleaning the house since Charlie has done the bare minimum in cleaning in the past year it seemed. Once the house I was cleaned I returned to my room and picked up my phone. I called Edward before I could talk myself out of it.

"Hey, it's Edward. I've stepped away from my phone, but you know I'll call you back unless it's Jessica and Lauren. Again, I will change my number if you two don't stop. Emmett, Jasper, leave me alone. If this Bella, please leave me a message, I love you."

"Edward." I squeaked before hanging up. I let out a breath, not sure if I had made the right decision.

I grabbed my phone, keys, and wallet before jumping into my old red truck. I pulled out of the driveway and started driving down to Edward's house. II pulled up at the front of his driveway and parked the truck. I stared at my phone and waited. A few minutes after I had parked, my phone started ringing. I let it ring a few times till it was right about to go to voicemail.

"Hey, it's Bella, if you're calling about my heart, it's still yours. I should've listened to it a little more. If I had, I would never have left. If you can't tell this is no machine you're talking to. If you really love me, you'll open this damn door and let me in."

The door flew open in front me and Edward stood there, his phone at his ear. His eyes were wide and his mouth open. I slowly slid my phone back down and looked up at him shyly.

"Is this real?"

I nodded.

Edward dropped his phone and grabbed me. Before I could process anything I was being pressed into his chest and he was rocking us back and forth as he whispered how sorry he was and how much he loved me. I wrapped my arms around him and buried my head in his chest. I had forgotten how good he smelled and reveled in his essence. I was brought back to reality when I felt wetness on my neck. I stepped back and looked up at Edward, he had tears streaming down his face, which caused me to start crying.

"I didn't think you would ever come back, let alone be at my door. My god Bella, I'm so sorry, so, so sorry for everything."

"I'm sorry for not listening to you and running away." I said.

"You have to know, I didn't cheat on you… she surprised me."

"I know. I read your letter." I whispered. Edward tried to say something, but I placed my finger on his lips to stop him. "I should have known you'd never cheat and that Jessica would try something like this. I shouldn't have let her win, but I did and I'm sorry I ran away. I love you, Edward, I never stopped."

Edward's hand came up and cupped my hand against his face. He kissed my palm before nuzzling his 5 o'clock shadow against it. Edward pulled me inside and closed the door behind him. As soon as the door was closed, I was pressed against it and Edward was kissing me, hard. I moaned into the kiss and wrapped my arms around him.

"God, I've missed you." Edward whispered when we broke apart. His head rested on my own and we were holding each other as though our lives depended on it. "Is Charlie working tonight?"

"He'll be home in a little bit." I sighed.

"Leave your window open." Edward said. He kissed me softly one more time.

"I will." I sighed.

"I don't want to let you go."

"I don't want to go. Be there tonight?"

"As soon as Charlie's asleep." Edward confirmed.

With one last kiss Edward opened the door for me and I stepped out. He followed me to my truck, wrapping his arms me and refusing to let go when I got to the driver side. Eventually we parted and I turned my truck on. This time, Edward walked a few steps, following my truck out. For the first time in a year, I was looking forward to what was to come…

oOoOoOo

Edward had come over that night and we fell asleep in each others' arms again. I had forgotten how nice it was in Edward's arms, how comforting and secure they were. Our old habits returned and Edward started to come every night again. Alice found out I was home because Edward and I were texting when we weren't together, which led to a huge reunion. Charlie wasn't thrilled with the fact Edward and I were together, but I was happy and he saw that.