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Chapter 4

The reception had been amazing. By the time Edward and I had arrived everyone was already at the Cullens' house. I couldn't believe the transformation. Alice truly did have a gift for party planning!

As we walked in the front door everyone turned to look at us. They were all clapping and smiling and I could feel my own face beaming back at them. I was surprised to realize how excited I was about being married to Edward.

Someone announced that it was time for the bride and groom to share there first dance and everyone cleared the dance floor that was the Cullens' foyer. I immediately started to panic because I am not the greatest dancer and add heels to the mix, it's a recipe for disaster.

Edward felt me stiffen beside me and I felt him shake with laughter.

"Don't worry my love, I would never let you fall."

Suddenly I heard our song "Can't Help Falling In Love" by Elvis come on over head and I knew everything would be ok.

I took his hand and we walked to the center of the room. I placed my hand on his shoulder, and he placed his on my waist and before I knew it we were twirling around the room.

Edward was right, it does matter who leads you. I started to stumble once but he just lifted me off the ground and twirled me before anyone could tell.

When the dance was over it was time for the father daughter dance.

I hadn't spoken to Charlie yet and I was looking forward to the dance so I could find out why he was here. Charlie walked toward me obviously nervous seeing as he's who I get my clumsiness from. I took his hand and we began to do the simplest of steps. I looked up to see Charlie smiling down at me with tears in his eyes.

"I can't believe I almost missed this."

"Yeah dad, about that…why are you here? I mean don't get me wrong I am thrilled. But…you said that day you wanted nothing more to do with me and Edward."

Charlie looked down at me with a pained expression on his face.

"I was a fool Bells. I let my anger get in the way of what was right. I never meant to hurt you. I was beating myself up over it when Edward and that big brother of his came to get your stuff. At first I wasn't going to let them in the house. I hoped that having your stuff here would tie you to me. But they waited. For hours, it amazed me because they didn't eat anything while they were waiting. So I resigned, I allowed them in the house and that big one went straight to your room. Edward however stayed downstairs just looking at me. Then he told me how upset you were about my choice. That he had never seen you cry so much. And that made me think of when he left you. I never wanted you to be hurt. That's why I didn't approve of your marriage. I thought that if I didn't approve, you wouldn't do it and I could keep you from hurting. I didn't realize that by refusing to give my permission I was hurting you just the same. Then Edward made a vow to me. He told me you are the air he breathes and the heart beating in his chest," I tried to conceal my laugh. "He told me he would never leave you ever again. That those seven months you were hurting he was hurting too. He told me how not a day went by that he didn't cry about you and worry about you. I knew then that he was true. That he is the right man for you."

By the time he finished his speech I had tears flowing down my face. I was glad Alice had had the foresight- once again I had to smile-to have me wear waterproof mascara.

"Oh dad, I can't tell you how much this means to me. Thank you."

And I hugged him around the waist just like a little girl would do to her father.

I felt a light tap on my shoulder and turned around to see my beautiful amazing husband. I wrapped my arms around him and hugged him then kissed him hard on the mouth. I would probably have bruises tomorrow but I didn't care.

He was laughing.

"Well hello there Mrs. Cullen, what brought that on?"

"Well you're the most amazing, incredible, handsome man ever. I love you so much."

"I love you too. More than you will ever know."

"I'm pretty sure I've figured it out."

When all of the formal dances were over some more upbeat songs came on. We did all of the cheesy dances everyone does at weddings; the Macarena (that was funny seeing Emmett do. You would think after all these years he would have learned it.), The Chicken Dance, and even the dollar dance; The one where everyone dances with the bride or the groom and pins a dollar to you.

It was getting late so we both decided to say our goodbyes and then head to Seattle to a Bed and Breakfast that Alice had booked for us.

When we saw the car I couldn't help but laugh. Emmett had tied cans to the fender and written in shaving cream JUST MARRIED all over the car. He had also tied balloons to the mirrors and attached to the antenna was a flag saying "today's the date, time to consummate!" I gawked at that. Emmett was so insane I was going to kill him!

We got there in record time with Edward's driving. We walked hand in hand up to the room and opened the door. I started to walk in but Edward tugged me back.

"What are you doing?"

Then he lifted me in his arms.

"You didn't think I was going to let you WALK over the thresh hold?" He chuckled.

I smiled up at him and he smiled back my favorite lop sided grin.

When I saw the room I gasped. It was beautiful, Alice had come before the wedding to set it up. There were rose petals spread across the bedspread. Candles were lit and spread across the room. There were presents there too. I opened one and pulled out a sexy nighty. It was royal blue and was sexy but still modest. Inside another present were massage oils and bubble bath soap. Alice had gone above and beyond the call of duty. I would have to thank her with a shopping trip after tonight. I grimaced at the thought of that.

"So Mrs. Cullen, I believe I have a promise to fulfill."

Edward had come up behind me as I was opening the gifts and was now nuzzling my neck admiring the bouquet again. He carried me over to the bed and set me down. Then he leaned over me and kissed me his cold lips crushing against mine.

"I need a human moment."

"Ok my love, I'll be waiting here."

"Don't move."

I walked into the bathroom and changed into the nighty. Then I brushed my hair and teeth. I was ready now but my stomach was doing nervous flips. I took a few deep breaths trying to calm down the butterflies and then opened the door. Edward was still fully dressed sitting on the bed not moving. He looked like a statue.

I walked over to him smiling and then reached out to touch his face. He turned his head and kissed my palm. I reached down and started unbuttoning his shirt as I trailed little kisses over his face. I could tell he had stopped breathing. I took his shirt off and climbed into the bed. He took off the rest of his clothes so he was only in boxers and climbed in next to me. His cold skin against mine chilled me and I shivered. He tried to pull away but I grabbed his face and kissed him.

"If I say we need to stop we have to stop ok? I know this is what you want and we are going to try, but I don't want to hurt you. Your safety is more important."

I nodded and kissed him again. And we tried. It was difficult for him, he wanted to let himself go but he couldn't. It was hard for him to hold back. But that night was magical. When we finished I laid there in his arms more content with the world than ever before. That night I had no nightmares. I dreamed only of Edward and I and our future together. After he changed me we would be bonded forever. I couldn't begin to imagine the possibilities of eternity. As long as Edward was by my side though, I was happy.

A/N: Ok guys I hope you like this. Thank you to everyone who has read my story and added me to your faves but please review!!! I had over 100 hits but only 3 reviews. I don't like putting a review demand but I might if I don't get some. the next chapter is going to be The Change. I might have it up today who knows….maybe your should review and I'll write faster!