Have faith, my darling, have faith...

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All I can say is that Bella is having a hard time learning to lean on others. She will redeem herself. (I hope)  Jacob...maybe, maybe not. You'll know soon, though! Thanks so much for reading/reviewing!

Hey everyone thanks for reading and reviewing.  There have been several questions and some we can’t fully answer to not give away too much about the story and where we’re taking it.  But let’s start off with the easy stuff.  This will be about 25 chapters in total, give or take a few and we update every Monday or very late Sunday night.  There are many questions regarding the scene that Edward will be participating in.  It is a scheduled demo, teaching session.  We don’t want to give away any info on the scene as of yet, but trust us that there will be nothing remotely sexual about it for Edward at all.  The submissive which will be a part of the exhibition will not in any way shape or form, want or try to keep Edward as their own.  As for more info on Bella’s parents and why they are the way they are, you all really have to be a little patient, you haven’t even met them yet.  There are a LOT of seriously wicked guesses as to what is going on and why things are the way they are, but so far nothing is dead on correct.  You can join us on Facebook, search for the group called: TeamAllTwilight & AndTAT Fan Fiction and you will find us.  Hope you enjoy the teaser... Nikky & Kasi~

TEASER:  The rest of the night goes slowly and my mind often deviates back to Bella.  I end up texting her just to have some communication with her.

Beautiful. How was work tonight?  Did you get much work done for college?  I just finished eating some of the lovely apple pie that you made me. It was truly one of the best I’ve ever tasted. Thank you.  ~Edward

I try to focus on my work, but find myself unable to stop looking at my cell. I close the club and head home.  I’m sad and upset that she didn’t respond to my text. By the time I get home, I feel even more upset and even angry.  I wonder why she wouldn’t text me back.  Thinking over reasons, I make a mental list. 

Have I scared her off? No, I don’t think that’s it.  She wouldn’t have agreed to meet up with me if I had scared her.  From what I see and know of her, she doesn’t ignore people, so that can't be it. 

Maybe her phone is out of minutes.  Now this is more possible, because her cell is one of those cheap pay-as-you-go ones and she has little money.  If that’s the reason, then there is no way for her to call or text me back.  Do dorm rooms come with a phone in them? Not really sure about that, I’ll have to check.  I know she is the type of person that would try to keep money on her cell and would say if she was low.  She has often said she needed to switch her phone off because she was low on minutes. 

Maybe she fell asleep and is a deep sleeper.  It has been after midnight when I texted her.  She did say she was normally home before eight and in bed by ten most nights.  Yep, that must be it.  She’ll most likely text me once she’s awake.  I’m sure she’ll feel bad that she missed my text.  One thing is for sure, she doesn’t need me being on her ass like white on rice.

I feel myself calming down after thinking over the theories, and I decide to head to bed.  I wake up and look at my phone seeing it's a little after seven in the morning, but I still don’t have a text from Bella.  I frown and let out a sigh as I rub my face, knowing that I need to get moving.  I’m supposed to be meeting my dad at nine for breakfast, because he won’t be able to attend dinner tonight.

I get showered and dressed all while glaring at my cell.  I see that there is still no incoming text. I text my father to say that I’m on way, and ask if he could text me back to be sure he got my message.  I frown even more when he's answering my text minutes later.  Well, that takes away the newest theory that my cell is not receiving incoming text messages.

I arrive at the hospital and see dad is waiting for me.

“What was the texting all about?”

We knew the reactions to chapter eight would be intense and strong.  We were shocked that some of you actually attacked Bella for being weak, but at the same time it’s not surprising.  Sometimes people who are mentally abused and neglected for years strive only for some sort of love.  I can’t imagine any child not wanting their parent to love them.  We all see love in differing ways, and when you’re raised not feeling that unconditional parental love, it makes you strive to have it—at least it did for me.  Bella will come into her own strength soon, and with the help of Edward and his family she will get better.  We are stoked for you to see the interaction with Bella viewing Esme and the way that Esme treats her children, so a portion of that is your teaser.
Many of you asked why Edward did not just beat Charlie down, or how he could have not stopped the situation, or known Jake was in the kitchen.  Edward is one person, and he was trying to watch out for Leah, Jake, Charlie, Brady and didn’t know if he could trust any of the other five people there as well.  As for when Charlie smacked Bella, he had his attention focused on Leah and Jacob.  As for why he did not punch or beat down anyone, imagine this:  Edward defends Bella by striking someone or several someone’s.  He gets arrested his word against several, one of whom is the police chief.  Meanwhile Bella is unprotected and left with the wolves.  It was best for him to do as he did get her out and safe.  And trust that he will be dealing with this.  The ball has already been rolling on a few things, but this just upped the ante.
I’m sad to say that we have lost some readers, but again we cannot and will not apologize or rose color a story about an abused girl, when a good lot of the abuse she withstands is things that are personal to one of the writers and or other people the writers know.  Abuse happens and the largest form of abuse out there is mental abuse and neglect.  Awareness is a key to making things better.  Bullying is a problem, and awareness is a key.  We are however thankful that we have readers who trust in us to bring things full circle.
Thanks for reading and reviewing, Nikky & Kasi~

Teaser:  “This is very nice, Esme,” Bella says after taking a bite.

Esme smiles broadly at Bella.  “Thank you, dear.  Edward tells me you're quite a wonderful cook yourself.”

Bella’s blush appears on her face.  “I’m nowhere near as good of a cook as this.”

I shake my head at her.  “Trust me, Bella’s cooking is to die for,” I say as Emmett passes me the wine. I pour some for Esme, Bella, and then lastly for myself.

“What are you going to college for?” Rose asks as she looks at Bella.

“I’m getting a law degree,” Bella answers, but I know the whole table can hear the sadness in her voice.

“And Edward tells us that you’re a dancer, a quite wonderful one at that.”  I look to Alice, smiling that she brought up something that makes my girl happy.

Bella nods at Alice.  “Yes, I love dancing, but I only do it for fun.”

“You’re in the Christmas dance program for the college though, right?” Esme asks as she looks at Bella.

“Yes,” she replies with another blush.

“Carlisle and I have tickets for three of the performances. I’m so looking forward to the show, and seeing you dance, of course.  The dance department director has been bragging to the board of directors about the dances that you have choreographed.” Again Bella blushes more at hearing about the commendations she’s being given.

“That’s got to be the cutest blush ever,” Emmett says in a childish voice, which is followed by a slap from Rose. 

“I love dancing, and the people I’ve been dancing with are all great.  I just hope that no one’s disappointed at the end of the night.”

Esme frowns a little. “I’m sure no one will be disappointed, dear.” My mom smiles at Bella in a way that I can see the mother in her trying to break out and pull Bella in.

The rest of the dinner seems to fly by with everyone talking about what’s been happening.  The more the night goes on, the more Esme became motherly to Bella, but I’ve also noticed Bella becoming uncomfortable with it.  At so many times, she’s looked like she isn’t sure how to react at something Esme has said or done.  She’s remained respectful, but I’ve seen her slowly distancing herself from Esme.

I walk Bella to the car and open the door for her. “I’ll just be a few seconds.” I give her a wink and walk back to house.

As soon as I do, I can hear Esme’s upset voice.  “We really need to do something.  I won’t accept that nothing can be done.”

I hear my father sigh.  “It takes time, dear.”

“No, first those little punks ... I’ll let you and Edward deal with them, but Charlie is mine!”

I chuckle, but feel a little nervous, because I can hear the anger in my mom’s voice. 

Thank you! The next chapter is pretty much done, but it's complicated so I am really taking my time editing it. Thanks for reading and reviewing!

LOL! Patience dear one, it will come. Thanks for reading!

They will eventually, but you'll need to be patient. You have to understand that they are both under the impression that they are falling for someone who has traditional relationship beliefs. Most people find what they do to be unacceptable, and they know this. Personally, I would find it very hard to broach the subject for fear of rejection, especially with someone who I really want. This is not a simple, 'I like you, do you like me?' scenario. It's very complicaated, and I have to showcase this struggle because it is a very real and obvious concern. Your frustration is quite comical to me because my characters end up having a similar discussion. This only means that I am setting things up the way the way that I am supposed to! LOL Thank you so much for reading!

Sorry, it's a while, but in the story timeline it's less than a week from the oscars

Yes, me too. I really think that this story will have more that 20 chapters. And you'll see the ending..... :) you'll be pleased.

Hope to read your reviews also for the other chapters! Bye!