"Please Alice, I can do this by myself." it was the fourth time I had said that to my daughter but she wouldn't give up that easily. Alice tiptoed once more as she arranged my tie and collar. She ran her little hands over my coat to straighten any wrinkles. I just stood there, shoulders slightly hunched for her to reach me.

"But I'm much better." she said and reached to kiss my cheek. I smiled and patted her unusual sleek pin curled hair. "I need you downstairs in five minutes."

"Okay." I said as she went outside my office. Esme was arranging everything downstairs while the others prepared for the big day.

It was Edward and Bella's wedding. Yes, wedding. Even I couldn't believe that my son had finally found his match for almost a century. He was going to marry Bella—dear Bella. After everything that had happened in the past few months where everything had taken its toll, we were all in great shape. There were no more killings—I was very glad of that—and no more threats to our lives. Everything seemed to get well.

I could hear Bella silently complain as Alice made her final preparations on her. Charlie and Renee were speaking to their daughter. This was the first wedding where I knew the parents of my child-in-law. A smile formed on my lips. Then, I turned to look at myself at the mirror.

Alice made us all wear tuxedos—classic black tuxedos. It was like me in the 1900's again; where the collar of the shirt was only folded at the tip and a thin gray tie matched the vest. I straightened the cuffs on the coat and went outside. Charlie noticed me at the door. He was holding a bouquet of roses, orange blossom and freesia. It smelled wonderful.

"How are you, Doc?" he asked and I chuckled. It was a good thing that Alice preferred to dress him in a pale gray tuxedo rather than black. Charlie was well irritated by the very thought of wearing a suit. I had heard him complain about it for ten times since he came here half an hour ago.

"Please, it's Carlisle." I insisted and he placed his hand on his nape. He seemed to feel awkward and I gave him a reassuring smile.

"The bride is still not ready?" I asked though I knew that Bella and the others were about to get out of the room. Charlie merely nodded as he went inside Alice and Jasper's bedroom. "I better get downstairs, Charlie."

I walked downstairs in a human pace since guests were already packed inside. Mr. Weber was standing at the supposed to be altar and all the few familiar faces turned to look at me. I managed to break a smile—though I was slightly embarrassed. Everything was covered in white; the blossoms, the chairs, the canopy. And Esme was the one who arranged them. My wife was standing near the wall where she perfected a white garland that seemed to be out of place. She caught my eyes and grinned.

"You look dashing, dear." she whispered and I chuckled. The human guests suddenly seemed confused as they stared at me. I walked near the altar to stand next to my son.

"How are you?" I asked him as I patted his arm. He seemed a little nervous. Don't be. Everything will be alright.

"Thank you." he replied and I smiled in return.

This is your big day. Make the most out of it, son. I thought and Edward simply nodded. He took in a deep breath. That was when I noticed that Jasper—who was standing next to Emmett—seemed to feel irritated by the nervousness he was feeling. He gave me a pleading look.

"It would be over soon, Jasper." I muttered under my breath and his tension seemed to lessen. Emmett was forcing back a smile as he stared at Edward. He placed both of his hands on the end of his bow tie and motioned to Edward who was also wearing a bow tie. Only Jasper and I wore neckties. I rolled my eyes.

Don't mind him, Edward. Your brother seemed excited.

Edward's lips pulled up into the corners. That was when Rosalie started playing the Pachebel's Canon on the piano. Everyone fell silent and I stepped backwards to give my son the space he truly deserved. Charlie and Bella emerged from the stairs. My daughter-in-law looked very beautiful in that moment. Her natural beauty stood out and I smiled. I wasn't thinking anymore except for the happiness I was feeling. Slowly, Charlie and Bella stopped right in front of my son and Charlie placed his daughter's hand on my son's. Charlie and I went to our respective seats. And then the ceremony began.

I looked at Charlie and Renee—both have tears in their eyes and I took my wife's hand on mine. She stared at me for a short second but in that instant, we both knew that we were also crying inside.

"…as long as we both shall live."

In that moment, our children's eyes twinkled in happiness. I had never my son's eyes so happy in the many years we had lived together until now. He was triumphant that at last, he finally had his long-awaited woman. Tears flowed down from Bella's chocolate brown eyes.

"I do," she said—blinking rapidly back the tears. When my son spoke, it seemed like everything had fell into the right place.

"I do," he vowed and I felt my wife's grip on my hand become tighter.

"I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride." Mr. Weber said and Edward placed his hands over Bella's face and kissed her tenderly and lovingly. It was long and Emmett had to clear his throat to put a stop in it. I chuckled.

Everyone applauded and they both turned to look at all of us—well, Bella was only staring at her husband. She seemed like she didn't care about anything else at all. Renee was the first one to get to the altar and embraced her daughter while Esme embraced Edward. Charlie patted my arm as he smiled thoughtfully.

"Everything seems to fly so fast." he said through the sound of the crowd.

"Yes, it is, Charlie." I replied and I felt a hand on my shoulder. It was Edward and he hugged me.

"Thank you again," he paused for a second and I patted his back. "For everything."

"No problem, son." I said and I had the chance to embrace my new daughter for a second since there were a lot of people waiting for them.

Esme and I stayed indoors as the guests piled in the backyard for reception. I didn't noticed before how strikingly beautiful she looked as the long silver gown fitted her body perfectly. We were all wearing something silver.

"How do you feel?" I asked and kissed her. She didn't pull back immediately and I chuckled.

"Elated and very very very happy." she replied and then opened her eyes again. "You know, you look like you were transported from the 1900's though you were from the seventeenth century."

"You look very classical, too." I whispered in her ear and she giggled.

"Hey, lovebirds. We've got a reception outside." Emmett suddenly said as he passed by us. Esme and I both laughed.

It was already twilight and the atmosphere was breathtaking as thousands of white flowers covered the dance floor under the two cedars. We all greeted the guests who had come and also Tanya, Kate and the others.

"How are you, Carlisle?" Tanya asked, her strawberry-blonde curly hair was hanging loosely on her back. She reached to embrace me and I did, too.

"I'm alright." I smiled at her and she kissed Esme's cheeks.

"Glad to know. If you ask me, I'm still the same as ever." she laughed and then pulled her sister towards the bride and groom. Carmen and Eleazar smiled at us and followed Tanya.

There was a picture-taking and the whole family huddled up together to get a picture. And then there were the other guests with the bride and groom. The reception continued slowly as I stayed near one of the cedar. Esme was busy talking with the guests. Emmett and Rosalie were both sitting on one of the tables—both have a smirk on their faces. Jasper was silently sitting at the other table as Alice approached him. In that instant, the music began.

Being the gentleman I was, I approached my wife who just finished talking with Mrs. Weber and led her to the dance floor. Our whole family was all dancing as Edward and Bella silently swayed together in the middle. Charlie danced with Bella—making awkward square formations as they stepped side to side. I was dancing with Renee and Edward with Esme.

"So, Carlisle… how are you holding up?" Renee winked at me and I laughed.

"I am absolutely fine." I reassured her as the music drifted near to stop. It seemed I had danced with every woman present except for my new daughter.

"May I have this dance?" I asked Bella as Ben Cheney released her. She flushed and nodded timidly. I took her waist with my right hand and her right hand with my left. Bella placed her warm left hand on my shoulder. She heaved a sigh. "What is it?"

"I might step on your foot." she mumbled as the redness on her cheeks deepened. We both chuckled when a Beatles song played in the background. We both took our steps.

"I think we'll manage." I whispered and guided her steps. We moved slowly. "Congratulations."

"Oh. Thanks." Bella said as she glanced at our feet—afraid to step on me.

"You don't know how happy I feel right now." her head shot up to meet my gaze again and she smiled her timid smile.

"I didn't know that I could make all of you happy." she said. "Even Rosalie seems kind to me."

"Of course she would." I reassured her. "You are the only person who could make Edward feel what he is feeling right now and possibly for eternity. Not one of us had managed to put a light on his eyes except for you, Bella. Thank you very much for that. Thank you for making my son get what he really deserves. Thank you for letting him have you and for letting us be a part of you,"

"Welcome to the family, Bella. You're a Cullen now." I could see the tears forming in her eyes and I quickly wiped it away. She sniffed and smiled.

"I can't believe I have your surname now, Carlisle." we both chuckled.

"Bella Cullen," I tested her new name and she smiled. "I think that sounds fair enough."

"So, what would I call you now? Dad or Pops?" Bella giggled and I grinned.

"Carlisle sounds good." I replied and she giggled again. "Choose what you prefer."

"Okay, Pops." we laughed then and the song was coming to its end.

"We have time waiting ahead of us. I want you to be happy and live a happy life, Bella. And I know that you'll have it with my son and hopefully with us. So enjoy every precious second that ticks by. You are very special and cherished. Always remember that. We are all here for you. I'm here."

"Thank you." she choked and I kissed her forehead. She embraced me. A few seconds, a new song started and Edward was at our side. Bella's face lit up again as Edward took her in his arms.

I don't want to tell you this, son. But you'll know it anyway… I really feel like crying right now. I chuckled as I took in Edward's amazed expression. Take care of her now. I know you always will—forever will.

My son gave me a thoughtful nod as I left the dance floor. I was about to stand under the cedar again when Alice suddenly appeared beside me and dragged me back to the dance floor.

"C'mon, Carlisle! Don't go moping around here. You haven't danced with me yet." I sighed in defeat.