I thought that was very sweet what Edward and Jasper did for Charlie - shaving their heads and all.   Very nice.   And I'm also happy that Edward and Bella had time together as well.   He needs her more than ever, just cuz of his sad and twisted home life.   After every chapter, I just feel so bad for him.   His family is terrible to him and he doesn't do anything to deserve it.   They treat Emmett like royalty and really he's the one that starts all the trouble.   

OH lord, this can't be good, this thing with Charlie.   I really hope he's going to be okay, but I just have this feeling that he's not.   And what happened with Edward?   He never called Bella back or came over.   I just hope that things are going okay over at his house.   Six more months or not, I say Edward needs to get out of there already.  It's certainly not going to improve. 

I think Edward's not thinking clearly for going back to that house.   Six months is a long time to live with people who control your every move and tell you that you never should have been born.   Eventhough Carlisle didn't physically hurt him, verbal abuse can do damage just the same.  

Uh oh, this doesn't sound like it's going to be a happy ending for Charlie.    I just hope that Bella is going to be okay with all of this; she loves her dad so much and she's not going to take this really well, whether she's prepared or not.   I'm just glad that Edward has been able to spend all this time with her to keep her mind off of things.

Good chapter.   I'm glad that Bella stuck up for herself with Rose.    Even Edward was getting tired of her attitude as well.    And it's obvious that feelings are starting to emerge between Edward and Bella.   I can't wait to see how it plays out.

I really hope that Bella doesn't sleep with Jake.  She's already realized that it's not the same as being with Edward and doesn't merit the same feelings as being with Edward either.   I just don't want to see her be with Jake just because it's easy.    I really think Bella and Edward need to talk more and discuss things. 

God, this is getting to be so sad.    Edward really needs to do something to prove to Bella that he really cares for her.    He now realizes what his omission and Kate being in his life has done to Bella.   He needs to fix this somehow. 

I am really liking this story a lot.   I love the Edward and Bella story, even moreso now that they've admitted their feelings for each other.  

I'm just glad that, no matter who it is that has just recognized Bella, that Edward is there to help her.    And they are getting closer and closer....   I like it.

Could the customer be Charlie?

I'm so glad that Edward decided to stay with Bella.  He's right though, she wouldn't do well on her own.  

As nice as it was that Jake got Bella back to the hotel, I think Edward and Bella both should steer clear of him for awhile.     What is it?   Multiple personality disorder or something? 

Aw, that was so sweet.   Edward has fallen hard for Bella and dare I think she has feelings for him as well.    He's the first guy to really just be a friend to her and now that she has told her story, it seems that she is starting to heal.   The nightmares have ceased a bit and she is sleeping better and she is more comfortable than ever with Edward, not to mention she laughs and justs lets go with him.   He's finally understanding why she does some of the things that she does and he accepts it wholeheartedly.   I think Edward can be the one to help put the past behind her and be able to move on.

Oh Edward, you really need to fix this, and fast!!!  

I'm kind of happy with Edward's point of view.   At least now we know that there was a reason he treated her so bad in school - though we don't know what that reason is yet - but he wants a chance to make up for it.   That may take a while.  

Edward is really being a good guy...   I"m glad that Bella cut him some slack and let him sleep in the bed with her, though I"m waiting for her to let go a little more around him.   I realize that he wasn't nice to her in high school, but that was a long time ago and, while that does stay with you, she's got to realize that he's not the same guy he was back then. 

I liked this chapter.  Bella and Edward are finally talking, getting to know each other and spending some quality time together.   They need to do more of this.   And Bella is being a lot more open with Edward as well.  I'm glad.  And I think having Charlie give him her blessing over Edward will go along way with her as well.  

Good chapter;  Sure they had their fight and they both said things that they regretted in the morning, but at least they talked it out and got through it, which is what they should do.    

Ugh, what's going on with Edward?    And Alice said that the rest of the honeymoon would be fine.    Bella has got to be freaking out!!!   There's nobody there to help them. 

Wow, that is some talent that Bella and Edward have.   Very unexpected, but very cool, nonetheless.

Ooh, that mincemeat pie of there's should turn out really well.... hehe                        I have a feeling that Bella's pregnant.   da da da daaaaa    I'm really looking forward to the next chapter.

I'm glad that Julian is now out of Bella's life and Edward and Bella are going to start the second chapter of theirs - with no obstacles, nothing holding them back.   And it was only a matter of time before Edward changed his mind on the "change" for Bella; he's probably been thinking about it for awhile, it just took her illness to make him realize that it is what he needed to do.

Yay, a sequel.    I have loved this story since it started and am so happy to see that Edward proposed.   They've both certainly come a long way since the beginning, where Bella didn't even want to be in the same room with him, but I'm glad that all that is behind them.  

I am really liking this story.   I kind of figured that Edward was getting under Bella's skin;  he's so spontaneous and just does things spur of the moment, which obviously Bella never does, but I'm thinking that this is exactly what she needs.   As much as she likes to be in control of Edward, I think she likes the fact that he will up and turn the tables on her at any given time.  

Good chapter; Sometimes easedropping can be a good thing, as Esme was able to overhear Bella and Rose talking about how Bella wants to adopt Carlie.   I really do hope that Edward proposes soon, though I think he will be doing that shortly.

I am so happy that Edward took Carlisle's advice and basically just took Bella to a hotel and they just talked it all out.    And I'm glad that she listened to what he had to say and understood that it was all said in the heat of the moment and he didn't mean any of it.  

And what is the deal with Mrs. Cope?   Can you say witch hunt?   There seems to be a ton of support for Bella at this hearing.   What goes on in her private life is just that - private.  It's how she treats and educates the kids in her class that is what is the most important.

WTF ???   Seriously, after being together for months, loving each other and getting engaged, they just let each other go and never spoke to each other anymore?   And now, Bella's leaving town and going back to Washington on her own without even saying anything to Edward.   All because of lies that Jessica has made up about Bella.    This is insane and needs to be fixed pronto.  

Bella's really starting to bother me.   She blames Edward for everything that happened when they were both at fault.   They decided together to make a clean break and go their separate ways to protect Carlie.   She's the one who moved out and back to Washington without even letting him know about it.    How is any of this his fault?    And she blames him for what they used to do in the bedroom?  Please.   She never complained about it before and in some instances even provoked it.      Granted, Edward is not so innocent in all this either, but she's just as much to blame as he is, so I just wish she'd back off about it already. 

I don't get why was Bella so upset when Edward got the letter.    Carmen is dead; it's not like she can do anything to Edward or his family.   

Sometimes I think Emmett and Rose are just a wee bit too overprotective of Bella    Rose should have asked her what she wanted before ushering both Edward and Emmett out of the room. 

Yeah, Leah was definitely not playing with a full deck!!!   Bella was never even with or involved with Jake, but Leah was still jealous of her?      Geez, obsess much?    But what really got to Bella was when Leah said she should have died from the overdose.   That was definitely did her bring.  

Aw, that was so sad, when Edward left.  I hope the next weekend comes fast.  I'm looking forward to their date. 

Poor Bella, though I'm sure there is a perfectly good explanation about the whole thing.     The only thing is he did lie to her.  He told Bella he was in meetings when in fact he was with Tanya.   I'm sure that nothing happened, but still, he did lie to her about what he was doing and the fact that it was all on camera - Edward going in and then leaving her house - really doesn't help his case.      Please update soon, I can't wait to see how Edward tries to get Bella to believe his story.  

I'm glad that Edward was there when Mike cornered Bella.   That guy needs to get a clue and realize that it's just never going to happen.   Bella just isn't interested in him.

I think it's so sweet how Edward and Bella are staying in contact with each other while Edward is in LA filming his movie.    Between the Skype and the texts and the phone calls, they are doing it right.

So, what is Tanya's deal?   Why isn't she coming forward?    She's even married to someone else.   

Wow, this chapter alone was intense.   I am looking forward to seeing the story continue.

Is it me or was Domward being a bit mean to Bella?   Personally, I think after the events that took place at the house, and he and Bella left, I think they should have had a conversation of the whole situation, not as dom/sub, but as Edward and Bella.   They've known each other too long, not to mention that there is feelings involved between them as well.   I just think it would have gone better to talk things out as Edward and Bella. 

God I hate Mike.   And I love Alice for being so persistant in trying to get Bella to see the truth - that she is not with Mike, but with Edward.   Hopefully, Bella will start to ask other people about what is or is not going on with Mike now and they will set her straight.   That boy needs to hit the bricks.  

And I'm really hoping this memory loss thing is temporary.    Poor Edward has been through the ringer with this and he deserves a breakthru.  

I'm happy things are moving for Edward and Bella, too; they deserve it.   And I'm glad that Bella is getting more and more of her memory back with each day that passes.

I'm really glad that the misunderstanding that Bella was having about Edward was cleared up and that things are back to being okay between them again.

I loved the lemons; very hot!!!!   Is Edward really going to be away for four months?   He's already having second thoughts and he hasn't even left yet.  I think he's teetering on giving up this job.. 

Yay, Edward's back, and Bella's going to be okay.  And they love each other!!!  All three in one chapter - woo hoo!!!!  It couldn't get any better!!!

I just found this story and it is so good.   I'm with Bella; I know Tanya had something to do with this whole thing.  There are too many little coincidences with her.   Hopefully, once Nathan wakes up, he will have somethings to add to the story.

Woo hoo!!! Good for Bella, finally sticking up for herself and telling that witch off.   She doesn't deserve to be able to see Nathan at all.    She blew that choice before Nathan was even born with all her words and accusations, which all proved to be false.   I'm just glad that Edward is finally standing up for Bella and taking her side over his mother's.   

Wow, I'm glad that Bella and Edward are starting to get along now and that Bella allowed Alice to have access to see Nathan.    I'm happy that the police are going to be talking to Esme; I think she's not playing with a full deck.   I can't see her having anything to do with Nathan's disappearance, but she's just not right.  

And sure, I'd like to see the conversation between Bella and Kate.   She should have gone to the police if she had questions about her husband.   But he did confess so maybe she should talk with him instead of confronting Bella and Edward.

Oh my. Poor Nathan. I'm just really glad that Bella and Nathan are both going to be there for him. He needs them both so much right now.

Author's Response:

Thank you all so much for taking the time to read and review Chapter 15. The ride is going to start becoming slightly more wild from here on out. No ETA on Chapter 16, sometime next week though. On top of the teaser in this review reply, check out The Fictionator’s Blog & the PicTease Blog on Monday’s for additional teasers. I also post random teasers and answer questions in the Blind Intentions thread on Twilighted!

Right now the Cherry Exchange has opened their public voting poll up until Dec 15th. I wrote a one-shot called Breaking Faith :) They’re allowing all to vote for their Top 3, on top of having a reader’s challenge. If you read & review all 34 entries in the Cherry Exchange, you can submit your reviews in for a chance at winning a t-shirt! More details on their FFn site, so please check it out! http://www(dot)fanfiction(dot)net/u/2530160/The_Cherry_Exchange

Hope everyone has a wonderful week! Here is a Chapter 16 Teaser:
“Are you sure?” Bella  with pleading eyes.

“Yeah, it’s just...I don’t even know where to stay,” I sighed. “I’m gonna go call my dad.”

As I stood to walk away and find my phone Bella spoke up again.

“Edward, I know we’ve never been extremely close, but you used to be able to talk to me. I don’t know what I did to make that change, but I am here to listen if you need someone to talk to.” I could see the distance forming in her eyes and it killed me to see her like this.

“You didn’t,” I called out to her as she turned her back to me.

She turned around with a puzzle looked.

“You didn’t do anything wrong. You never did, it’s me. It’s always been me, then and now.” Bella’s face grew serious as she nodded and walked away.

Three rings on my phone later and my dad answered.

“I need a referral for a psychologist.” I ignored the pleasantries and got straight to the point of why I had called.

“I thought you both liked Dr. Banner, it may take...” I cut him off.

“Not for Nathan...for me,” I clarified.

“Oh.” Silence.

Love to all!
Kelly (SLM)

Well, Edward seems to be making progress with his therapy sessions in that he's realizing what an awful person his mother was, even from when he was younger.   She really pushed him to do things the way she wanted them done.   And it just got worse as he got older.    I'm just sorry that Bella was the one who bore the brunt of her.    Hopefully, the more that Edward distances himself from Esme and Tanya and now that he is living with and helping out more, Bella's feelings for Edward will start to change.....   I know he wants them to try and be close again.

I'm angry with Bella on this one.   Edward has done everything in his power to show how much he cares for her and for Nathan and it just seems like she hasn't seen any of it; doesn't believe any of it.    Geez, what's it going to take?   And I thought thye were moving along and actually getting somewhere, but she obviously shot that down.   Geez girl.     Edward's a good guy; sure he's made mistakes, but he's obviously trying to fix them.   Give him a break!!!

Wow, the hits just keep on coming for Edward, don't they, but yet he still manages to go on and function.   I give him a lot of credit.   And I am very glad that he and Bella are talking and on the same page now.   I really hope they are able to get past all of this.   If anybody deserves it, they do.  

What a bitch Renee is!!   You know, I hope they do find all the evidence they need to prove that James raped Bella just to see the look on Renee's face.   How do you write a letter like that to your own daughter?    I'm just glad that Bella is in a good place with people who care about her and can help her.   And I'm glad that Edward is there as well.    He really does care about her.