It's only human that we build our shields up to protect us from those who wish to harm us but soon that shield becomes a mask hiding our scars from the world. If we are lucky though, we'll find the one who will see through the mask and see us for who we are, scars and all. Until then, it's just one big masquerade. 

Homeless Bella meets Edward just after being rescued from an assault. Mob boss Edward meets Bella just after being told he's out of time...he has to find a wife. Can they help each other? AH

“Swan! I wanted that file ten minutes ago, on my desk, it’s outside my door, are you blind?!” “No Cullen, I cannot see your office, because yes, I AM blind and I don’t want to walk in and listen to you with Tanya Denali!”

Edward and Bella run separate gun for hire groups, but are thrust together after the Swans move back to Chicago. The parents rekindle relationships and the new generation learn to share, but what will happen when their most threatening foe sees that together they pose an even bigger threat? Will Edward and Bella escape the Hunters in one piece? Rated M for violence & sexy goodness.

Bella’s hopes, dreams, life and future were violently ripped away. She finally finds the strength to do what it takes to save her sanity but at what price? Can the man hired to help her remain professional long enough to save her life?

Warning:  This story contains violence, abuse and death. If you are sensitive to those issues, this isn’t the story for you.

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A pediatric oncology department is the last place you expect to find: the child you want to adopt, a childhood television star borne famous singer turned love of your life, a selfless guy and his polar opposite or see someone you become attached to die.  This is a road that Dr. Edward Cullen finds himself on, how will it all unfold?

Here is my fluffly little twist on the whole electrical charge that Edward and Bella feel. What if it really meant something else, something deeper? Would Edward be able to do what he needs to make sure Bella stays his forever?

Contains explicit adult themes, languages and sexual content.