In Holy Matrimony

by Soldier.Seer

I was mere inches from the mahogany doors in front of me. I could hear myself breathing ‘I can do this.’ I thought to myself, ‘I can do this.’ I squeezed the bouquet of flowers in my hands, a mixture of exotic roses and lace.‘I can do this’

1. Chapter 1

A/N: This story is just a little on what I want to happen.

Bella's POV.

I was mere inches from the mahogany doors in front of me. My breathing was the loudest thing in the room I was standing in. 'I can do this.' I thought to myself, 'I can do this.' I squeezed the bouquet of flowers in my hands, a mixture of exotic roses and some lace. I looked down at them through my veil. 'I can do this.' I thought again. Everyone was already seated in the room before me. I know that Charlie would be behind me at any moment and mum would be in the front row. I think mum knows how much I love Edward, or at least she knows more than Charlie. I looked up to the grand doors again. I traced the wood lines with my eyes. There was a plaque with the words. '1923-1925' Those must have been the years this church wad built. I took a deep breath and I looked beside me. Charlie was standing there. I didn't even hear him. I put his arm around me and whispered into my ear

"Bella, I know that we have had hard times. I know that we haven't seen eye to eye, but now that your getting … married" he sighed, "I just want you to know, I am happy for you. I really am Bella, what I'm trying to say, is that, I love you. Take care of yourself. I nodded and rested my chin on his suit. It smelled like the drycleaners and I wanted to cry, I tried to cry, but nothing came to me. I sniffled and then stood up straight.

"Dad, Edward and I are going to be happy, you know that. After all this, we are happy, I love him dad. And I love you. My voice cracked on the "after all this" If only he knew what that part could mean. I smiled and he reached for my arm. The wedding would start soon. He tucked his arm into mine, our arms interlocked. Charlie was going to walk me down the isle. I think this is what I wanted. Even if I thought that my wedding would be more painful then my change.

Damn, though this is supposed to be the happiest day of my life, all I can think about is my change. Bella, you are so messed up, I thought to myself. I made a face, Charlie saw me.

"Bella, is everything okay?" he asked all sympathetic. I shook my head. Then came the piano. Through the church walls I could hear the piano playing. And it wasn't just any piano player. I know who was playing, He was playing. Edward was showing off his piano techniques and I was smiling again. Someone taped me on the shoulder. I looked behind me. It was Alice. I grinned. She was in a pale yellow dress that shoed off her arms. It was tied at the neck and also showed off her back. She leaned in to give me a hug. I let go of the flowers and hugged back. The flowers dropped to the floor. Alice picked them up slowly, and I saw Rosalie. She was in the a different dress then Alice. It was a sage green dress. I was so jealous. Why did I have to wear this white dress. Maybe we could trade dresses, but I didn't think Edward would approve. Now, I'm not saying that Alice isn't good looking but Rosalie was absolutely beautiful. I was wondering if everyone was going to play attention to her. Then again, that could be a good thing. I chuckled to myself at the thought. Alice handed me the flowers. Yet I never lost eye contact with Rosalie. She looked at me. I dropped the flowers and quickly glanced at Alice. She rolled her eyes, and again she picked up my flowers. Though this time she held them out so I could grab them. I didn't. I walked over to Rose, and I hugged her"Thank you Rosalie" I said. I stepped back and looked at her. She smiled.

"Bella, you are a part of the family." Her eyes flickered to Charlie and back to me. "I could almost give the same speech as your dad there, but I just want you to know, that thanks to you, my, brother." She paused. "Edward is really happy. I can't believe this is the day."

We both smiled at each other and I walked back to Charlie. We got into positions. And then through the beautiful piano music I knew Edward was playing, a motor bike came rolling into the parking lot. Through the huge glass windows, I saw him. He, who I said I loved. Who I still love. I turned my head to the doors again, 'maybe he wont notice me' I thought. I was wrong.

"Bella?" He asked.

"yes?" I asked. Eyes still on the door.

"I'm here, and I know I could give the same speech as your dad and Rosalie" he said. My eyes widened. I looked at him. How he knew about Charlie's speech I don't know, but it wasn't the time. I glanced into his eyes.

"Thank you, Jacob." he walked away into another door. The piano music stopped briefly and then again started. I wanted to know what happened in that brief minute, but then the doors opened. At first my eyes were shut. Then I opened them and I was the church.

Now, I didn't really have any say in my wedding. All Alice really wanted me to do is show up. I did have to make some choices. Example who I was going to marry, but that was about it. I remember how Alice showed me to walk. Step, toe, step, step, toe. I just couldn't. All of a sudden my two inch heels would have me fall. I was going to mess up my wedding, all Alice had done for me, I would mess it up. Just then everything that I was worried about was gone. Just like that. I took a step forward and then another. Charlie was following with me and I soon reached the front. All down the aisle I was looking at the ground. I didn't want to look at anyone. Charlie let go of me but I kept walking. Then a hand gently guided me back.

Edward's hand. I looked up at him. All was silent. He put my veil back over my head. I could feel a tear go down my face. He used the back of his hand to wipe it off. I looked over my audience. The first person I recognized was my mother. She looked so happy. She was wearing a black dress. It complimented her skin. Then I noticed Charlie sitting beside her, if I thought my mother was happy, you should have seen my father. Behind them were Carlisle and Esme. Carlisle had think spectacular tuxedo on and Esme had a chocolate dress, that made her even more beautiful. They both stared lovingly at me. I smiled at them. Next I saw Emmett and Jasper. They were sitting beside each other. Both of them in a stunning tuxedo. They were both looking at me and I could feel my blushing in my face. It was weird having them look at me all this time. I didn't really want any attention. I think in that way I am like Jasper.

I my eyes drew back to Edward. Then it dawned on me. Edward was going to have Emmett as his best man. But Emmett was in the audience. I looked at him again, this time confused. He caught my eyes, and let out a soft laugh. My eyes went back to Edward. Both of my hands were in his. I looked behind him. He looked back as well.

There was Jacob. Suddenly everything fell into place. I knew now, and I wanted to get on with the wedding. I smiled, though I was still crying. The priest started his words in the ceremony.

"We are gathered here today.

We are gathered here today,

In the sight of GOD,

And in the face of family and friends,

To join together Isabella Marie Swan AND Edward Anthony Cullen

in holy matrimony;

Which is an honourable estate,

Instituted of GOD, since the first

Man and the first woman

Walked on the earth.

THEREFORE, it is not to be

Entered into unadvisedly,

Or lightly,

But reverently and soberly.

Into this Holy Estate,

These two persons present

Come now to be joined.

If any one can show just cause

Why they may not be lawfully

Joined together, let them

Speak now, or forever hold their peace.

In the silence of that time, I wasn't thinking about who wouldn't want us married I was thinking more that Edward's middle name was Anthony. He hadn't told me that. I was trying to recollect if I had told him my middle name was. I was at a loss, but it wouldn't surprise me if he had already knew. The priest spoke again.

Who gives this woman?

to be married to this man?

"I do," I said. My voice echoed in the church. It was like everyone was holding their breath. I gazed into Edwards eyes. The lightest I've ever seen. Ever. That would have meant that…He would have hunted. A lot. Though in that time of knowing that I would kill too. I felt a sense of surreal ness. I was content.

I require, and charge you both,

That if either of you know any

Impediment, why you may not

Be lawfully joined together in

matrimony, you confess it now.

This is the day you have chosen to become husband and wife.

We are here,
not only to witness your commitment to each other,

but also to wish you every happiness in your future life together.

Within its framework of commitment,
and loyalty,

marriage enables the establishment of a home,

where through trust, patience and respect,

the love and affection, which you have for each other

may develop into a deep and lasting relationship.

We, who are witnessing your marriage,

hope that despite the stresses inevitable in any life,

your Love, Respect for each other, and

your trust and understanding of each other will increase

your contentment, and heighten your joy in living.

The priest held his book in one hand as he turned his head to Edward.

Edward do you take Bella

for your lawful wedded wife,

to live together after God's ordinance,

in the Holy estate of matrimony?

Will you love, honour, comfort,

And cherish her,

From this day forward,

Forsaking all others,

Keeping only unto her, for as

Long as you both shall live?

Edward chuckled at the minister. "I do," His voice was so lovely, I looked into his eyes. They were the lightest, I think I've ever seen. I knew what he had to do to get those eyes, and I wanted that. My eyes welled up with tears. I could feel myself start to sniffle. I was about to burst into tears. Edward's voice was soft "Ssssshhhh" he comforted. He pulled me to his chest, my face was dripping wet. Edward swayed back and forth, stroking my back. "It's okay," he said. The priest went on:

Bella, do you take Edward

For your lawful wedded husband,

To live together after God's ordinance,

In the holy estate of matrimony?

Will you love, honour, comfort,

And cherish him,

From this day forward,

Forsaking all others,

Keeping only unto him,

For as long as you both shall live?

Through my cries. I nodded "I do" but it sounded more like "uuhhh dou," It was embarrassing and I started to blush. I swear I heard Emmett laugh, but I couldn't be for sure.

Let us pray for this man and woman

as they make their marriage vows.

Father, as Edward and Bella

Have chosen each other,

Help them and bless them,

That their love may be pure,

And their vows may be true,

Through Jesus Christ our Lord,

AMEN.

Edward stood me back up to where I was, I felt weak in the knees, but I knew Edward would not let me fall. He took my hands again. I was happy. Once again, the priest turned to Edward

Repeat after me….

I Edward Cullen

Take thee Isabella Swan

To be my wedded wife.

To have and to hold,

From this day forward,

For better or for worse,

For richer or for poorer,

In sickness and in health,

To love, honour, and cherish,

'Till death do us part,

According to God's holy ordinance.

"I Edward Cullen. Take thee Isabella Swan. To be my wedded wife. To have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love, honour, and cherish. Till death do us part, according to God's holy ordinance." Edward just smiled. I wanted to cry some more. Then the priest turned to me.

I Isabella Swan

Take thee Edward Cullen

To be my wedded husband,

To have and to hold,

From this day forward,

For better or for worse,

For richer or for poorer,

In sickness and in health,

To love, honour, and cherish,

'Til death do us part,

according to God's holy ordinance.

I Bella Swan Take thee Edward Cullen, To be my wedded husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love, honour, and cherish, Til death do us part, according to God's holy ordinance. Then the priest looked at Jacob. He moved swiftly towards us. Then he held out a box, it was a burgundy colour. At that point I think my face drained of whatever colour was left. I knew Alice had wanted to go ring shopping. That was her only request. I prayed to myself that Edward would like the ring. The minister took the small ring from the box. Edward's eyes widened.

"It's beautiful," he said. I felt another tear run down my face.

Lord, Bless this ring,

That SHE who gives it,

And HE who wears it,

May abide in your peace,

And continue in your favour,

Until life's end,

Through Jesus Christ our Lord. AMEN.

My hands trembled as I took the ring from the minister's hand. I shakily took Edwards hand and put it on his finger. "With this ring, I thee wed. Wear it as a symbol, Of our love. And commitment." I looked up and smiled. Jacob passed the second ring to the minister. I knew this one was going on my finger.

LORD, bless this ring,

That HE who gives it,

and SHE who wears it,

may abide in your peace,

and continue in your favour,

until life's end,

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

AMEN.

Edward smoothly put his late mother's ring onto my finger. "With this ring, I thee wed. Wear it as a symbol, Of our love. And commitment." I looked into his eyes, then down at the floor, then back up. I couldn't describe my feelings.

Father,

We pray for all married persons,

That they may continue to give,

Be able to forgive,

And experience more, and more of

The joy of the Lord,

With each passing day.

And especially for Edward AND Isabella,

Now beginning their married life together,

That they may have divine assistance,

The constant support of family and friends,

And a long life,

With good health.

May your fullest blessing come upon

Isabella and her husband Edward,

FORWARD,

FOR EVER, AND EVER, AMEN.

The minister turned to Edward.

You may kiss the bride.

A/N: There will be more to come. I would like everyone who reads this to review.