Around 10 PM, Bella and Edward finally arrived home. Not wanting to disturb the workers who were already resting, Edward willingly went to the trouble of carrying so many groceries, consisting of the food items Bella bought at the supermarket.
Spoiling Bella under the pretext of ensuring she could eat healthily and enjoyably, Edward spared no effort in buying various food items, amounting to more than three trolleys. And now, he was tired from repeatedly carrying them back and forth to the kitchen.
“For this one, let me carry it myself. You look tired from carrying so many things,” Bella said when Edward returned to the car to fetch some bags containing other shopping items.
“No,” Edward refused. Besides, he couldn’t bear to let Bella, who was pregnant, carry the shopping bags. “Let me. Besides, this time, there aren’t as many groceries as before. Let me help you carry them to your room.”
Bella couldn’t refuse. Walking ahead, she entered the house towards her room. Upon arrival, Bella opened the door and then invited Edward to place the shopping bags, shoes, and some clothes on the sofa, not far from the walk-in closet.
“Thank you once again for today. You’re truly generous,” Bella expressed her joy. In short, she was so happy to receive all the gifts Edward gave her today.
In her lifetime, Bella had never received such sweet treatment. Especially from a handsome man. That’s why Bella was grateful for what she received.
“You’re welcome. I hope you enjoyed it. If you’re not tired, tomorrow, on Sunday, you can join me for horseback riding and shooting. Afterward, I’ll treat you to ice cream.”
“Ahh…” Bella smiled broadly. There was no way she would refuse such an invitation. “Of course, I’d love to join you. And as a thank you, tomorrow morning, I’ll prepare a delicious breakfast for you.”
Edward smiled. He liked Bella’s clever way of showing her gratitude. Whatever Edward gave her was always appreciated with gratitude.
“Alright then. I can’t wait for tomorrow. So, change your clothes quickly. Then rest.”
Bella nodded. Standing up, she watched Edward getting ready to leave. Turning around, he walked and intended to close the door.
“Edward…” Bella suddenly called out as Edward was about to close her bedroom door.
“What’s up?”
Bella then stepped closer. In front of the door, she pulled Edward’s wrist to make him come back in. Then, she firmly locked the bedroom door as if unwilling to let the handsome man leave.
“I feel like I won’t be able to sleep soundly tonight if I’m not hugged by you.”
“I’d be happy to accompany you,” Edward replied with a laugh.
Then Bella wrapped both of her hands around Edward’s neck. She pulled him closer to then deliver a deep kiss. Slowly, Bella persuaded Edward to sit on the edge of the bed. Then, she loosened the passionate kiss to speak for a moment.
“Why?” Edward asked puzzled. His face looked as if he didn’t want to because he had been enjoying the kisses Bella had given him before.
“There’s something I want to show you.”
Bella then hurriedly walked to the walk-in closet. Whatever she was doing there was a mystery to Edward.
“Bella… what are you doing?” Edward called out.
“Wait a moment. Don’t go anywhere.”
Only a few seconds later, Bella finally came out and immediately approached Edward, who was sitting and waiting. The man was extremely surprised to find Bella suddenly wearing black lingerie and walking towards him.
“Oh my God.”
Edward was stunned. Even though he had seen Bella naked several times before, this time she looked different from before. Incredibly sexy and stunning. It made him want to pounce on her right then and there.
“You look so beautiful,” Edward exclaimed in admiration.
“Really? Does that mean I wasn’t beautiful before this?”
“You’re always beautiful. It’s just that, this time, you’re so beautiful. I love your appearance right now.”
Bella was grateful that what she did made Edward happy. Without much talking, Bella removed all of Edward’s clothes. Like the nights before, she spent time with Edward to make love. After all, Bella had vowed to make him infatuated with her.
“Bella…” Edward whispered as they had just finished making love. On the bed, they hugged each other tightly. “Aren’t you tired of making love with me every night?”
Bella looked up. Smiling, she kissed Edward’s lips before answering his question.
“No. Why should I be tired? Didn’t I tell you from the beginning that I will never forget every moment we spend together?”
Edward brought his hand to caress Bella’s disheveled hair. He responded by kissing the beautiful woman’s forehead within his embrace.
For some reason, Edward felt so fond of Bella. He even enjoyed staying with her for a long time.
“I’m glad to hear that. I’m glad you enjoy every moment we spend together.”
“Of course. In fact, I’m afraid you might get bored with me.”
“No,” Edward shook his head. “Honestly, I feel happy when I’m with you.”
“Really?”
Edward nodded repeatedly. He wasn’t exaggerating or being overly sentimental. Compared to being with Julia, Edward not only felt happy but also felt the euphoria of happiness, comfort, and peace when he was with Bella.
“I swear you make me feel comfortable. I know this is wrong, but I can’t deny that I’m starting to fall in love with you.”
Bella tightened her hug around Edward’s body. Edward’s recent confession made Bella’s heart flutter. She never imagined that such a handsome man like Edward would fall in love with an ordinary woman like her.
Ah, but Bella didn’t forget about Julia. However, no matter what, that woman was still Edward’s legal wife.
“Don’t worry about it,” Bella replied softly. “Let this relationship continue as it is.”
Edward nodded. Once again, Edward realized that what he and Bella were doing was a mistake and betrayal that could not be justified. But, no matter what, Edward was not willing to let go of Bella just like that.
“Does that mean you don’t mind if we continue our relationship in secret?” Edward asked to confirm.
However, instead of answering, Bella tightened her embrace. In silence, her face changed from before, becoming melancholy.
“Why do you look sad? Don’t you agree to continue our relationship in secret with me?”
Bella shook her head.
“It’s not that.”
“Then what’s bothering you?”
Bella took a deep breath without releasing her embrace from Edward.
“Julia will be back soon. That means I won’t be able to hug you like this anymore.”
Bella’s words were true. In a matter of days, Julia would return to London. And after that, the two of them wouldn’t be able to have a relationship as freely as they do now.
“I hope you’ll be patient. I promise to find a way for us to still be able to meet and hug each other like this.”
Then Edward tightened his embrace again. Seconds later, he reached for Bella’s chin to then plant a kiss. More than that, Edward took advantage of the remaining time to make love with Bella again. Repeating their intimacy and hoping that the moments of happiness between them would never end.
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