-takes a swig of Mt. Dew- I'm debating where I can end this story properly without getting booed off this website. But I really want to thank all of you for supporting my first real fanfic try. –round of applause for all of you- And of course we all owe the pleasure of screwing up Edward, Bella, and Cullen's lives to the merciful Mrs. S. Meyer.

And now… it's time for the show!

EPOV (cuz only a vampire can love you forever):

Bella had me wait on the couch as she had a 'human moment'. For once, she actually didn't trip on the way upstairs. It was strange to think that her klutziness would be a thing of the past by the end of next week. We already had planned to marry as soon as possible. And then I would change her. This week have would be devoted to Bella making nice with her parents, and then saying her good bys.

None of us had ever been in this situation, with the possible exception of Carlisle. Every member of my family had been dying or on the verge of death. I completely sympathized when my father figure told the family he never wanted to bring anyone into this world if they still had a chance at life. But here I was, plotting to do exactly that. On my part, this was of selfishness: I wanted her safe, I wanted her to live, and I wanted her forever. In my defense, however, she wanted this just as badly as I did. Weren't we just the saddest pair?

As Bella closed the door of the bathroom, I heard my cell phone start to ring. I flipped it open once I saw the caller ID. "Yes, Alice?"

"Oh Edward! I'm so happy for the good news! Eek!"

I sighed. Of course Alice had seen this coming. She most likely had known since yesterday. "I hope you haven't told anyone. Bella wanted us to tell them ourselves."

"Of course I haven't, silly! Not even Jazz." What a relief. "They're out hunting right now, so it's just me and Esme. Should be back by 7 though."

"Good. We're going to Seattle later to pick out the rings." Well, not so much to pick out as to pick up. Not long after I proposed originally, Alice and I had placed rings away in one of our company banks. She was positive Bella would say yes, but just needed time. And Alice was thankfully right. "We'll be around when they get back."

"Ohh! You two have a good time. And really, congratulations, Edward. I'm so glad you've finally found her." If vampires could be crying, I had a feeling Alice would be sobbing right now. "You'll both be so happy together. It's what we've been waiting for all this time. She'll be down soon, so I'm gonna hop off. Talk to you later."

"Yes. Thanks Alice." I snapped the phone shut.

You'll both be happy. There was no doubt about that. I would do everything in my power to make Bella the happiest bride in the world. And then she would be my wife. Suddenly next week couldn't come soon enough.

0- o O o -0

A little past 8, we pulled up to the white house in the clearing. I could tell Bella was a bit nervous. Her small hand shivered in mine. I brought our entwined hands up to my lips, kissing her ring. As Alice thought, Bella loved it. The engagement ring was nice and simple, how Bella liked it. A silver band with little blue detailing and a crystal-colored stone adorning it. Mine was more or less the same.

"There is nothing to be worried about, sweet Bella." I kissed her hand again. "Now come; let's not keep our family waiting."

I kept her close to me as we walked into the house. There was no need to call for them as Alice had already gathered them. Her eyes lit up as we walked in. Everyone is accounted for! Oh, I knew she'd like that ring. Bella returned Alice's smile adoringly.

Well. "Let's hear the big news." Carlisle waited in the armchair with Esme in the armrest. My siblings all sat curiously on the sofa. I ignored their unasked questions and dove right into it. "I have asked Bella to marry me." She gave my hand a quick squeeze. "And she has finally said yes."

Esme rushed over to tightly hug Bella. "Oh Bella! We knew you'd be joining our family sooner or later! Oh! This is so wonderful, dear." Esme kissed Bella's cheek, which was now a fierce red.

The rest of the family stood and hugged her in turn. Carlisle pressed my shoulder after he had also kissed the soon-to-be bride. "We are all extremely happy for the two of you." Everyone echoed that.

Emmett still had Bella in a bear hug. "Yeah! Bout time Edward!" With his free hand he grabbed me into the hug as well. Bella and I just laughed as we tried to free ourselves. Eventually, Emmett let us go and proceeded to hold Rosalie tightly to his side. "Do you have any idea how annoying it was waiting for little Edward there to finally get the balls to ask? God, we thought Bella'd be fifty before he got the nerve to pop the question!" My brother shoved me playfully. But really, we're proud Bella will be a part of this. She' s already my little sister in my eyes. And everyone feels the same.

Jasper and Alice nodded in agreement. "Alice here has been telling us for 2 years now that Bella would be joining the family. We were starting to think she'd lost it." Alice rolled her eyes at her husband. Don't forget to tell them that you will be changing her, Edward, Alice reminded me. But Bella beat me to it.

"Another of her visions will be coming true too." She was crying again, making her eyes shimmer. "Edward has agreed to change me right after the wedding."

Really? "You'll change her?" Carlisle smiled. Bella must have got to you if you want to change her yourself.

I choose to ignore that. "I'd rather be the one. And she wanted me to do it as well. I'll need to feed a lot more often to prepare myself, but I'll still need your help." I have faith in you. Don't forget that you have already tasted her blood and she lives to tell the tale. "Thank you, Carlisle."

Rosalie stepped forward. "That's all settled! Now, let's go look at wedding dresses!" Bella laughed when Alice spoke up. "No way, Rose! I'm picking out the dress!"

Esme intervened; that was for the best, as Alice was looking daggers at her blonde sister. "I actually thought the bride was supposed to pick the dress. But I'm sure Bella wouldn't mind if you both helped her." She quickly added. Bella nodded too.

"Well… okay." Alice surrendered without a fight. She and Rosalie grabbed Bella and marched her upsides. I could only laugh at my love's bewildered expression.

Out of nowhere, Emmett tackled me again. "Hey!" I pushed him off me. But he was resilient. With Jasper's added help, my brothers pinned me to the floor. They proceeded to carry me outside in the same helpless position as Bella. We wrestled outside for a while, slamming each other into trees as we went. This was a favorite form of entertainment for us so we could bound. We rolled around for about an hour before I snuck off explaining that Charlie would be waiting for Bella.

I shook leaves out of my hair was I hurried into Rose and Emmett's room. All three of the girls were sitting on the bed looking at Alice's laptop. They looked up as I walked in. Rosalie smirked. "You boys have fun?" She gestured at my dirty clothes, but I just scooped Bella into my arms. "Aw, she has to go home already?" Alice moaned as I walked Bella out of the room. "Well, I guess we'll see you later, Bella!" They called their good nights as I took her out the door.

"See you soon, dear." Esme called from her room. "Give Charlie my bests." And try not to give her father a hard time, Edward. "Right." I called to show I heard her.

"So did you have a good time with my sisters?" I asked as I placed her in the side seat. I turned on the Volvo and sped off. Bella caught me by surprise by kissing my neck softly. My skin tingled at her touch. "I think you mean our sisters, fiancée." And she smiled the smile I loved so much.

I returned that smile. "I guess you're right, Mrs. Cullen."