Loved it but definitely ready for the story line to continue. Ready for them to start solving some of the problems that keep cropping up in their daily lives. I cannot wait to ready how Alice handles the whole situation or how Esme will handle the fact that her daughter is now acting and treating others just as she has treated Jane.

Much love to you for the large chapter and your mental stability after living in the playroom for that long.

Thanks good chapter

I have been with my husband for going on 23 years and I still won't do the tampon thing with him in the room. It's not embarrassment, but the icky factor.

So loved this chapter

WOW there will be a sequel. IIIEEE Can't wait.

This chapter was as good as always. 

wow that was so worth the wait.xxx

Good to see this story back.  I had been reading on ffn but spotted that there was a new chapter here.  Keep up the good work it is really good reading.

I'm just wondering...is it always this long between Chapters?  I started reading this story after a friend recommended it.  Read the first 90+ chapters in a few days.  Totally immersed myself in the characters, the plot, the emotions.  Loving it very much.  However, since I got "caught up" with the chapters, there have only been 2 or 3 more posted.  We seem to be coming near the end and I'm dying to see how it turns out.  But at the same time, my head is no longer into the story like it was because by the time the next chapter is posted I've forgotten what happened before. Thinking I may just have to start over once the entire story is finished.  

This is not criticism in any way, please don't take it as such.  I know we all have lives to live.  I'm loving the story, just dying to see how it turns out. I've read several books since the last chapter was posted, and miss the intensity of these characters.

This story is amazing. I laughed at Emmett and his crazy opinion on woman. Got mad at Alice's closed minded view of Bella. Loved mama Esme coming out to protect her girl. Loved Daddy Aro,Haha, and his match making. This story is fan-tucking-fastic. I love it. Please please update.

Im loving this story soooo much and I am not looking forward to the end. Only one more week of their life together? Can you really wrap up all the angles in one week of their life? Thanks for writing. Mistress will the be a sequel?* on my knees begging*.

wow!

I love this story and I am greatful that you are giving a positive message to women. While I personally know how hard abuse is and know how hard it is to leave and feel safe I'm happy that you don't sugar coat and abuse. You don't make it desirable and make it seem romantic. And while I hope no one under 18-21 is reading it, if they are I'm glad that they are getting true facts that may help them advoid a abusive relationship and I hope that by reading this if someone is being abused it will help them find the strength to get help and walk away. 

Regarding Alice.....I see both perspectives: Edward is right, Alice is an adult. She needs to check her attitude at the door. She was in his home. It is not her place. She has a choice not to be judgmental like her mother.
Bella is accepting of her moodiness, basing it off of Alice battling thoughts of being over-whelmed by another child sooner than planned, hormones. Alice is struggling with these thoughts, lashing out at the ones closest to her.
Even though they know each other from school it's not like they are that tight.
Alice is feeling jilted by Edward, since Bella entered his life.
Alice has a choice, bitter or better! Her actions reveal that choice.
Will Bella take the guest speaker position?

Another great chapter.  I understand about being the product of your upbringing, but it is possible to see the error of your ways and become a normal adult and not give in to being a spoiled princess.

I can't wait to see what going on with that new women and what Edward has planned for his pet in the playroom next.

Wow, lots of information. Charlie is a smart man and a great cop. I am glad he put everything together and then told Bella he just wants her to be happy. I hope Bella does tell what James did to her in her kitchen. He has to be put away. I think they will find a way to make sure Jake doesn't get in trouble for what he did to James. I can't wait to see what Aro will do with the info that I am sure Edward will give him. Great job...thanks!!!

Thanks good chapter

I'm glad Edward told Bella and she didn't over hear it. It makes their relationship sooo much more loving, equal, and caring!

I know it always has been, but it shows his true love and his worries for her. And I love as he is telling her what Alice is saying that she remembers that Carlisle said the opposite:)

Vinny is too sweet!  I love how his one sentence to leah made her feel Soo much better!

Can't wait for the next one!

TY for the chapter Louise, you know your loyal fans miss you when your not updating HOWEVER we totally support your RL and know you can't be glued to the computer wrtiing and updating... so your are indeed excused for what you say are delays in updates...   Just love the story....  I truly had to giggle at little Vinny when he won Leah over by telling her he hoped her baby was a girl, so she would be pretty like her....awww..... what a charmer that boy is...  Alice well mercy me; another baby well. well. well! This poor couple is going to be surrounded by pregnancy hormones all over tarnation with Alice being preggers too...  I really hope that Bella and Edward can have children too, it would just seem the ultimate cruelty to me if they couldn't because of that heartless James.....  I know they can adopt but Edward really wants a biological child...oh well...whatever you have in store for them will be good too.... I am still in awwh of Bella and her charitable attitue towards others, even Alice being so rude to her ... another reason we love Bella so....  Looking forward to their usual time as we have upcoming in the next chapter....  till then Take Care Louise and be happy and safe   Kathy

getting back to real world, and Alice needs to go volunteer at the shelter for a bit. Just to see how lucky she is and thankful for Edward and Bellas happiness.

Author's Response:

Yeah... I could just see Alice doing that...LOL

 I was just thinking about this fic yesterday.  Thanks for the update.  Great as always!

I don't give a hoot if she's pregnant and a product of her environment. Rude is rude and bad manners are what they are. It is Edwards house and Edwards life!!  He can do what he damn well pleases with it...just because her hormones are all out of whack that is not an invitation to be a spoiled fucking bitch. That is Ofcourse my opinion. 

Cant wait for the next!!

Oh Alice is so pregnant. I have no doubt in my mind that is totally pregnancy hormones talking there. I had a similar melt down over baby names when I was Pregnant. I walked out of my in laws house on thanksgiving. 

I wish the pictures were real because they sound absolutely gorgeous. 

Some how I missed reviewing this chapter. Edward is going to have a nervous break down and get gray hair if he does not quit worrying over Bella. I think Bella needs to win the bet. She deserves the Fruity Pebbles. Edward has enough control over her and other things in her life. She needs some sugary fun. Don't get me wrong. Edward is lots of sugary fun. lol. 

Alice is just a stuck up little girl whose used to being the center of attention and now since bella has come along shes not any longer. Love the chapter. Keep up the awesome work.

I think the photo shoot sounded like fun. The pictures would probably be great. Edward and Bella respond so magically to each other. I can't believe Alice would go off like that to Edward. I also can't believe Edward let it continue. I hope Bella did not hear it. She will be so hurt. It would crush her. Esme should not be talking about a wedding that is not hers to plan. It is not even on the calendar yet. Edward better go talk to his mother and let her know that it is not her wedding to plan. Esme will overwelm Bella when they announce the engagement and Esme tells her that she has the wedding all planned already.

I just wanted to let you know I love this story.  I can't stop reading once I found it and I am only moving on to Chapter 21!  I keep thinking that James will be jumping out from behind a bush at any minute - it's driving me crazy - LOL!!!  Anyway I know I am just in the beginnings of your story and I cannot wait to see what happens next!  Keep up the fantastic writing!!

Poor Alice was just a mess. I loved the photo shoot. I'm glad to see that Bella and Leah are getting along better. It does worry me that Alice was so caught up on that fact that Bella didn't come from money like they did...Is she jealous of Bella and becoming judgemental because of it?? Great chapter as always!!!

Thanks good chapter as always

Author's Response:

Thank you for reading ..louise

wow!

Wow!  I wasn't a fan of Esme after the outtake but I think I like Alice even less!  I'm hoping those are just pregnancy hormones talking...

No matter how u explain alice's behavior I'm positive that I will no longer like her and I hope Bella knocks that spoiled princess off her high horse I hope Bella did here the convo so she truly knows who her real friends are I can't wait for the next chap they need to stop babying her and actually put the wench in her place

Author's Response:

To be completely honest... i never really liked Alice either...she wouldn't be my choice of friend to go have lunch with...she's a bit spoiled and i'm going to say it --- she is her mother's daughter...

A few splashes of color added to a room and it seems to draw opinions out of everyone around the happy couple. Carlisle is genuinely happy and Alice lost her head for way to long. I'm of the mind set, as a few other readers are, that Alice is pregnant again. Because 'spoiled brat' is no excuse for that unbelievable outburst.

Leah's photo shoot should render some amazing images. Edward's will be pleasantly surprised at his gift. Is Leah finally grasping the dedication and devotion E&B have to each other and to their lifestyle?
Jacob can be so humorous in his reactions.

Author's Response:

Have you ever gone someplace and it is never changed...not one this is ever differant ... My mother-in-law lived in the same house for 35 years, I know her 32 years, in all those years the only thing that had ever changed was once when she bought a new couch, the nick nacks sat in the same place they always did, the TV remote in the same place, nothing was ever changed or added, not a pillow or a blanket - nothing - so when something was changed - becasue maybe someone was there or she just didn't get to put something away, you picked it out right away...that's what happened at Edward's ....for 1 he's a man, homey touches are just not their thing.... 2 he's a minimalist... i would wager to guess that most of the furniture is there becasue his mother and sister said he needed it.. and lastly -3 the whiite cleaness of the house went with his personality, white walls, dark leather furniture - so something so differant as Mosaic and red wicker or colorful blankets...that's  big change for those who are not use to seeing it ... but it also shows (as Carlilse said) the change in Edward...

Wonderful chapter!  Not sure what got into Alice, really hurtful.  Can't wait to see the pictures!   Thank you - Cheri

OMG, I wanted to strangle Alice.  Who the fuck does she think she is.  She definitely showed her rue colors.

the man lives to takeover, his sister is phycho is she pregnant again?

Is Alice pregnant? Because really, that's one hell of a bitch streak and mood swing! She's being utterly ridiculous.

I like the photo shoot, and I'm glad Leah got to see the beautiful side of their D/s coming out to play, the peacefulness and serenity they give each other. I'd love to see her thoughts on that.

Carlisle is always awesome. Love him

Cheers, Balti K

Is Alice pregnant again? She's acting like she is. Either she's pregnant or she's being VERY manipulative. I hate that. I've dealt with too many people that were stuck up, spoiled, manipulative "princesses" in my life. I wanted to go through the computer and back hand Alice until she gets it through her head that not everything is about her.

I think Edward has the ability to hold out longer, but Bella is his kryptonite! I'm going with Bella. She needs her sweet snack of fruity pebbles, haha.
Emmett may be on to something with his suggestion for Edward to seek out Karen.
Will Carlisle confide in Edward about Esme's stalker? Maybe both Emmett and Edward need to hear this story. It may give the boys a better perspective on tge things their women are currently experiencing.

Marathon doesn't even begin to describe it!

PHEW!!! Dunno how Edward does it! Love being inside of his mind BTW!

I love that he loves and cares for Bella so much!!! Really magical! Thanks

I love the easy going nature of their bet. They could use some levity right now, with all the drama going on elsewhere. Hawk is really pushy, and seems to have no sympathy at all for the victims of crimes. I would hate to have him as an officer assistime me, it would feel like a violation all over again.

I'm glad Edward agrees that Bella will get what she wants out of their wedding, rather than what Esme thinks it should be. It just reiterates how well he knows his girl.

And got to love Emmett's advice.

Cheers, Balti K

What? Why can't we have everything!!! Jokes! Love how they're opening up to one another! Thanks!

See this is one of the things I know I would not be able to do.  I mean to sit and watch people engaging in sexual acts to me is like sharing.  I mean no one should see their partner naked except their partner of course.  That is my opinion.

I love that Bella is going to do the bet with Leah filming. That has got to screw with his head that it's her.

Gosh Louise I dont know what to say.  I read your A/N at the bottom of this chapter and I myself find it offensive that someone has attacked your ability to raise your children just because of what you wrote or the lifestyle that you have.  One thing has nothing to do with the other.  I am so glad that you can seperate the hate mail from the ones that love you.  I personally wouldn't be able to do it.  I mean seperate the hate mail.  I probably woould have cried for days.

As for the story, well you know I love this story, I have just started reading so many stories that I get behind on my updates.  I am trying to rectify that now.

As for this lifestlye, I have discussed with you in emails that I am very attracted to this lifestyle, however I am scared to death of it at the same time.  I have been physically and mentally abused in the past so I dont think I would ever be able to let go of the control that I now have of my life.  At the same time I find it SO appealing that I COULD give control away to someone else and not have to worry about anything.  Again it is the fear of letting go that is holding me back.  Also the NOT KNOWING where to go and who to trust is another major factor.  I mean really how on earth can you trust anyone to do this with?  I mean if your married to the person is a different story but if you want to go to a place to meet someone, how do you know who to trust?????

I love you Louise and I am so sorry that I have lost contact with you.

Carrie

I'm confused why Edward entertained Jessica's whinging because Bella didn't break the rules but cleverly negotiated them. Byartchthat those witches at the club are!!!

Glad Bella did really well overall! Am trying to visualize that scene with Jane and Rose! Thanks!

OK, I really want Bella to win her Fruity Pebbles! It would even be nice if Edward got hooked on them as well!!  Loved the ending of this chapter!  Thank you - Cheri

Where are the OT's?  I'm all caught up with the story chapters and need something to tide me over till next week.  I got the recommendation for this story from Amazon discussions, and have read all 90+ chapters in a week.  I usually don't like FF because I like to keep the original characters clear in my mind.  As I read this I do not picture Bella/Edward as Kristen/Robert. I think you could totally sell this if you changed the names.  

Oh, and I agree, I hope Bella wins the bet.

Ok. So the bet comes down to whos skills reign. Of course, Edward must win, but only by seconds. He's a Dom.
Esme cracks me up. Edward is going to need to hose her down.
Emmett is a smart guy. A goof, but smart.
You lost me a little at the end. I figure you will straighten me out with the next chapter.

I vote Bella wins.  I want to see Edwards reaction to the fruity pebbles.  Plus, I hope Bella has a trick up her sleeve to get him to bust his nut in under 10 minutes with all his control.

Great chapter by the way.  Love your story.

Love it