The Wedding
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I stared at myself, awed at my reflection in Alice's full length mirror. Behind me, she was glowing, utterly pleased at her work. My dark hair was no longer in a war of curls. They were blow-dryed, straightened, and curled into big loops that hung way below my shoulders. My lips were filled in a soft neutral pink, my cheeks the same. I glanced at my now beautiful eyes, they had noir eyeliner, mascara, and a warmth radiating from them. My complexion was sun-kissed, just the way Alice wanted it. Finally, i peared at my dress. It was the most gorgeous thing i had ever seen, aside from Edward, of course. Lace covered the bottom, all the way to the creme ribbon restingbelow my bust. The top was designed like a baby doll top, lace etched into the fabric. A simple diamond necklace and earings were the only accessories, a blunt suggestion to Alice.
"Thank you Alice!" I cried. The endless hours of torture finally paid off. I couldn't wait to see Edward, Alice had restricted all visitation rights for the past day. The only vile thing about my attire was the shoes. They were silver stilettos, thank god no one could see them (my dress covered them). I raised my eyebrow and looked at Alice, pointing at my feet. She giggled, "I can see you wont trip...that bad. But its okay, you would even trip in slippers!" she smiled, her eyes bright. I rolled my eyes and held her tight. I was so lucky to have her as a sister. She, as usual, looked amazing. All of my bridesmaids, (Alice, Rosalie, and Angela) had sapphire dresses. They hung close to the body, and the hem just below the knee. They had thick straps, but they looked excellent on all three girls.
"Snap out of it Bella! We're going in about 20 minutes." Alice said, interrupting my train of thought. I instantly stiffened, and stopped breathing. 20 minutes. 1200 seconds. Until I married Edward Anthony Manson Cullen. Alice glided over to her window, and pulled the drape aside to peek out. "Bella, everyone is here. Don't freak out. Everything will go fine!" She said reassuringly. I walked over and took a look. About 100 people sat in chairs in the Cullen's backyard. I could see Renee in the front, sitting next to Phill. I also saw Billy, but no Jake. I just shrugged. It was his decision,I didn't really care if he came or not. I wasn't about to let it ruin my wedding! I paced in the room, once in a while looking out the window again. After a few minutes, the priest and a few more people entered the yard. I glanced at the clock. My time was up.
"Alice?" I said softly. "Yes, Bella?" She answered. "Thank you so much. I know I was hard to work with this past month, but am so glad this day is finally here." I whispered, my voice cracking once. Alice smiled, and took my hand. "Its what do! now, are you ready?" I nodded confidentally.
In a matter of seemed like seconds, we were in the yard behind a drape. The music started playing, and I was shaking in my shoes.Alice gave me a peck on the cheek, and left to walk down the aisle on her cue. Without Alice, i felt so much less confident. I knew i wanted to marry Edward, that much was true.I wanted to spend the rest of eternity with him, no matter what the price was. I just wished i didn't trip on my walk,or run into something. I giggled nervously,and continued pacing. Finally, after multiple people had gone,Charlie arrived by my side.With a tear in his eye, he said, "Bells, you look stunning. I love you so much. Are you ready?" I loved Charlie dearly,so i gave him a kiss. I nodded, and we turned around the corner and stepped onto the carpet.
All my thoughts, nerves, and complications vanished when i saw Edward. He stood, lovely as ever, only a few meters in front of me. Waiting for me to become his wife. I was vaguely aware of gasps from my guests, Edward's suit against his skin, and his family's approving smiles. But i couldn't look away from his eyes, his beautiful, love filled, topaz eyes. They glistened, and stared into mine. His smile grew as i approached, and he took my hand. His cool skin was relaxing, for i was so anxious to see him after a day of separation. Butterflies filled my stomach, and I stepped away from Charlie. We walked up the steps to the alter, but suddenly i tripped. I would have landed on my face if Edward hadn't caught me. "Stupid shoes." i said, holding them responsible for my clumsiness. Edward smiled his crooked grin that always made me melt.
We held hands and stood in front of the priest, who, thank god, wasn't Emmett. He rattled on about love, life, and such, but i wasn't playing attention. I just stared at Edward's glowing face, and I was sure he was doing the same. "I do." Edward said, and again i was abrumptly pulled from my thoughts. "Do you, Isabella Marie Swan, take Edward Anthony Mason Cullen To be your woefully wedded husband?" The priest recited.This was it, the moment I declared my love for Edward, my soul mate. I looked toward the audience, Renee already in tears. "I do." I said, smiling. "Edward," the Priest nodded,"you may kiss the bride." All of a sudden Edward took my in his cold arms, and pressed his marble lips to my warm ones. This kiss was sweet, but no where near simple. It was the most passionate kiss Edward had ever giving me, and I didn't want it to stop. But for the first time, it didn't. I could hear the sobs from Renee, the clapping from the croud. Finally, after a while, Edward pulled back and picked me up - bridal style. I was blushing ferociously, and tears were flying from my eyes freely.He opened the door to the limo, and climed in with me. I waved to Angela, who was smiling and waving at me. I blew kisses to Renee and Charlie. The limo took of, at a slightly faster rate than the speed limit. I smiled and jumped into Edwards lap, my head leaning on his chest.
"I love you Bella. You are the most beautiful thing in my world, now and forever." He promised. "I love you too, Edward!" I said, tears streming down my face. I kissed the bottom of his jaw, and slowly made my way up to his lips. He wrapped his arms around me, holding me close. "I will never leave you Bella, you are my life, my love, and finally," He said, kissing my sparkely ring, "My wife."