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The story kicks off with immediate drama: Bella Swan has just been announced "Miss South Carolina" when suddenly, shots are fired at the stage. Even though nobody is getting hurt, the culprit can escape and no one really knows who his actual target was. So Bella's father Charlie takes no risks and gets the best available protection for her as possible. From then on, Edward Cullen is responsible for Bella's safety 24/7 - one of the reasons why the young woman feels incredibly suffocated. The other is her mother Renée, who wants nothing but for Bella to win the title of "Miss America. And more so, hardly anyone sees her as the young woman that she is, but everyone simply relies on her reputation and looks when judging her character. S it comes as an absolute surprise to her then that her new bodyguard seems to treat her differently than the others.

And the attraction she feels towards Edward is mutual, even though Edward is initially reluctant to start any kind of relationship with Bella that isn't strictly professional. Eventually, however, the magnetism between them is too immense to put off any longer and the two begin a secret romance. Secret, until Edward's mission is over, which means, until the person is found who wants to kill Bella. An anonymous letter has confirmed everyone's worst fears and declared her as the target. Now it's up to Edward to keep his girl safe, while also keeping their relationship hidden...

A wonderful short story by EdwardSouthernBella! The story really captures the plot well; juggling Bella and Edward's relationship as well as dealing with the big bad and his evil plan. It is really great to see how Edward manages to bring the "real" Bella to the surface and making her feel strong and independent about herself. Moreover, what makes this fanfiction so special is that it is set in the south. The language as well as the quick temper of some characters leave no doubt where the story takes place. To read how SouthernBella and ChicagoWard get their smut on will leave you breathless! Finally, Southern Charms and Chicago Shadows has just been completed and is written from the alternating POVs of Edward and Bella which will get you an good insight into both of their minds. This story is very light-hearted (despite the bloody plot line) and will clear your head off super angsty and serious reads; a perfect relaxer. And though the story is very short it still feels like a well-rounded fanfiction. A unique story that should definitely be given a shot!

Southern Charms and Chicago Shadows consists of 12 chapters and 49,388 words. The story is rated M for language, some violence, and sexual activities.

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