CHAPTER 14: THE WEDDING

I opened my eyes to see the office was filled with White Roses. There was a card on the desk it read:

My Dear Isabella,

Today is the day I've been waiting what seems like a life time for.

I cannot tell you in words just how much I really do love you

Always yours

Edward

I walked into the hall way and Renée scooped me into an Emmett sized bear hug.

"Bella I can't believe you're getting married," she squealed. We began jumping up and down like children on Christmas morning. It was my day today, so of course Alice, the beautiful thing she is, had taken it upon herself to make me a massive, buffet sized breakfast, fit for royalty. She was sitting on the couch as I emerged from the kitchen after eating as much as I felt I would be able to and still fit into my wedding dress. As if she read my mind, Alice chirped.

"Don't worry Bella it still fits perfectly. Now come on we have a lot of work to do and not much time to do it. Edward has been told he is not to come near the second story of our house and you will be getting ready in my room, if that's ok? Of course Renée will be there, with Esme, checking that everything is ready, for what must be about the one millionth time." She smiled reassuringly at me.

"Thanks Alice, I'm in your capable hands." She smiled and took my hand leading me towards the door. "But Alice."

"Yes Bella?" she smiled.

"Do you mind if I change out of my old sweats before we leave the house."

"Sure, but be quick, and don't wear any thing that I'm not going to be able to get over your hair, because I will cut it off rather than ruin your do."

I raced up the stairs and threw on my new blue figure hugging shirt and my jeans. Alice nodded her head in approval and I got into the car. We flew down the road towards the Cullen House. Again the dirt road that lead to the Cullen's was, umm, what's the words I'm looking for? You couldn't miss it even if you were hard of seeing. The was fairy lights strewn through the trees, little hedges with tiny blue flowers lined the sides of the road. To top it off vines covered in white roses had been wrapped around every tree that was near the road. It looked beautiful.

"Wow Alice, you really don't mess around do you."

"Bella when it comes to the difference of Renée getting lost and Renée being here I do not muck around." We both laughed at her serious tone. "Now get inside the house, or you'll be the one who doesn't show up." I started to laugh but judging by the look on her face she wasn't joking. The house looked a little extra beautiful today and I wondered whether Alice had made them dust and polish the outside. As I opened the door I was almost blinded. Every surface in the room was so clean it was shining. There were vases of white roses at every turn; on every table, wrapped up the stair case, even some on the chandler, over where the piano usually sits. I headed up the stairs into Alice's room. See had set up a hair and make-up station that would put celebrities to shame. There were a million different products, one of those hair dryers that looks like a brain washing machine, even a sink. I was in for a long day of torture. Only two hours later and she was done. My hair looked brilliant after curling and straightening it 4 times she had decided to pin it up into a bun using diamante's and left some loose curls hanging down. My make-up looked natural and yet she had managed to make me look flawlessly beautiful. I thanked Alice and decided now would be there perfect time to give the girls the presents I had picked out for them. Alice; the customized make-up set. Rose; The silver chain, with a ruby rose pendant. Finally for Esme and Renée the gold watches. Each gift I'd had engraved reading; Dear , this is to remind you of the huge part you have played in my life and getting me to this day: My wedding day. 3rd August. 2008. Love Bella.

I felt like the engraving gave it the extra touch. Of course I had to ask Jasper to do the engraving on Rose's, hers was so tiny, no jeweler would be able to do it. They all thanked me for the gifts and then helped me to try and work out a way into the dress. I ended up stepping into it and Alice hand sewed me in. It looked fantastic and fitted perfectly. The chest part of the dress was like a corset, flattering my figure wonderfully. It was completely covered in sequins and jewels and was a creamy color. The rest of the dress just fell from there to the floor. It billowed and flowed as I walked. It was perfect, just as I had imagined it, but better. My flowers, white roses of course, were in a tight bunch with pearls scattered through out. I had old pearl earrings that Renée had loaned me. My dress was new and my Victoria's Secret, Wedding Night Range, matching underwear, was blue. Something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue. In Alice's head nothing could be risked, today had to be perfect. I put on my shoes and they put my long loose, flowing, white veil in my hair. It had a piece made of white roses and pearls at the top to hold it all together. I was ready. Alice and Rose looked beautiful in their white dresses, with blue satin sashes; they were knee length, so that they could wear them again. I asked Alice if she wouldn't mind me having sometime alone, and she left me for a while. I sat on the lounge that she had in the room, and thought about what I was about to do. My vows ready and my heart set I was ready. I called Alice and Rose in and the finalized their make-up and hair, before checking me over once more. We walked down the stairs into the lounge, where Charlie was waiting all suited up. He looked incredibly handsome and it looked as though some one had cut his hair. He hugged me and kissed me on the cheek.

"You ready?" he smiled.

"Ready as I'll ever be." With that he took my hand and we followed Rose and Alice down the hall and out the back door into the garden. I peered through the curtains to see an aisle littered with rose petals, people on either side on white chairs. There were people everywhere, all of our friends from school, relatives of mine that I have not seen for years. Tanya and her clan were in the back row, looking rather hostile. Some of the teachers and staff I had met at the hospital were there, and a few faces I didn't recognize. At the end of the aisle stood Emmett, Jasper and Edward. The father, a little old man, was dressed in white robes and had a large cross around his neck.

Rose headed down the aisle to the sound of a nice piano piece. After one last check over, Alice followed. Then it was my turn, as I stepped out from behind the curtain everyone stood and my lullaby began to play. I heard a few gasps but I didn't really notice. I was to busy staring into the most caring and loving eyes in the world. He couldn't tare his gaze away, his eyes searching mine for the love and joy I felt for him at this moment. His trademark crooked smile plastered onto his face, I could have just stood there forever lost in his eyes. It was only Charlie's reassuring hands that were guiding me forward. Once I reached the end of the aisle I took his hands in mine and the ceremony began.

"We are here on this fine day to join in the celebrating of the union of two lives as one. Isabella Marie Swan and Edward Anthony Masen, you are both; loving, caring, friendly people, who in the past year have grown to love and care for each other. It is a wonderful occasion when two people come together in holy matrimony, and no two people, deserve the blessings and happiness that a waits you, more than you two. I believe you have your own vows prepared?"

"Yes," we said.

"Isabella. Bella, you are my whole world. I once said that my night was dark and you were a blazing comet, that lit up my night sky and with out you, I was blind. Well that does not even begin to explain the love I feel for you and how you complete me. From the moment I met you and looked into your beautiful brown eyes, I fell into a never ending leap of love, trust, faith and hope. I hoped that you could feel half of the love I felt for you. I had to keep faith in that we would some day be together. I trusted in you and in myself, to believe that we could be what ever we wanted to. Finally I loved, like I had never loved before. Like I never thought possible, it was amazing how deeply and quickly I fell in love with you. Bella I could never live with out you, my life that has been with out you, was not a life at all more of an existence, I love you with my whole heart, completely and truly and now today, I ask you to be my wife."

"Yes, I do."

He smiled my favorite crooked smile, as he placed the ring on my finger. It was beautiful: silver, with diamonds embedded around the band. I smiled as a tear trickled down my face; I took his hands in mine and began my pledge of my eternal love.

"Edward, my love. You are my lion, my protector. The day I first saw you, and you had that perfectly crooked, grin on your face. Your eyes were a brilliant golden hazel, which melted my heart. From that moment on I was captured, you had my heart. I anticipated every lunch break and class that I had with you, I couldn't wait to see your beautiful face. Every time I did, my heart would soar into the sky. Every moment, every touch, every kiss and I fell deeper and deeper in love with you. I could never live with out you I've forgotten how and that is why I want to spend the rest of my life with you. Edward Anthony Masen, will you be my husband?"
"I do."

With that I took the ring I had bought for him and placed it on his finger. It was just a plain silver band, engraved on the inside was; 'The Lion and his Lamb, 3-8-08.'

"I now pronounce you husband and wife, you may kiss the bride."

He took me in his arms and held me, before gently placing the veil over my head and kissing me with as much passion he could muster up. I was breathless in seconds and he let go of my head. He then took my hand and led me down the aisle. Charlie and Renée both had red eyes, Esme and Carlisle looked so happy that they would cry, if they could. Some of the guys from the station had come down, they were all in tears, we passed Angela, Jessica, Eric, Mike and the others from school. They all just waved as we walked passed and I couldn't help but laugh. Everyone was laughing and happy, everyone but the person at the end of the aisle. Jacob Black.

As soon as I spotted him he took off and Emmett and Jasper followed. They were back within minutes with no trace of Jacob. I refused to let it bother me, so I locked it inside to think about another day. By now the sun was setting, we went into the forest with Alice, Rose, Emmett and Jasper. Esme came to and took photos of us all the rest of them left to help host the reception and Edward and I continued to take photos until the sun had set.

We went back to the house where a huge white marquee was now standing where the wedding terrace had been. As we stepped inside everybody clapped and cheered. We took our seats at the head table and looked out over the people. The setting was beautiful; the blue tablecloths complemented the white chairs, with silver bows. There were silver runners down the middle of each table and they were littered with silver, love heart confetti. There were bunches of white roses in the middle of each table and balloons on each chair, with name tags attached. The white plates had silver trimming and were blindingly shiny. Axing the fish was the best idea; it just would have been over kill. The fairy lights that were strung all over the tent added a romantic atmosphere and everyone looked charming in their best suits and dresses. I was like prom all over again; actually I think I saw Coach Peters in the same suit.

The Entrée's; mini casseroles, were bought out and everyone seemed to be enjoying the food. Then it came time for the speeches. Alice went first, embarrassing us both with the story of; how I fainted in science class and Edward came to my rescue. Then Jasper, he didn't really say much, just that he has always felt the strong, loving bond between us and nothing could ever tare us apart. Simple, but beautiful all the same. Esme and Carlisle welcomed me into their family and Charlie and Renée let me go, at the same time accepting Edward as part of their family. Once the speeches were over the Main Course was served. The roast went down well; everyone was happily chatting and laughing with each other. Music began playing in the background; Edward took my hand and led me to the dance floor. My lullaby began to play, he lifted me onto his feet and began twirling and spinning all over the place. My dress floated around me and made me feel like I was flying. Everybody gathered around to watch, Edward continued twirling me and holding me close to him the smile in his eyes was melting my heart. As the song drew to a close everybody cheered. Then they all joined in, dancing to classics like; Sweet Home Alabama, Wannabe, Iris, Doctor Jones, Eagle Rock and all those corny songs that everyone has to dance to. By far the funniest thing I have seen in my life was Charlie and the guys from the station dancing to 'Low'. Forty something year olds should not dance to rap songs.

After many hours of dancing, it was time to cut the cake; Esme bought it in on a big table with wheels. It was a Boston mud cake, with a chocolate fountain pouring down over the cake. It looked terrific. Edward took my hand, in which I was holding the knife. We cut through the bottom layer, so that I could touch the bottom and steal a kiss. After everybody was finished dessert people started to head home. Jessica and Mike were the last ones to leave, they were to busy making out in the corner to notice everybody had left. Once they were gone Charlie and Renée kissed me goodbye and Edward and I headed up to his room.

"Don't worry," he smiled, he could probably hear my heart beating a million miles a minute. "Once they put away the tent and most of the wedding stuff, they are all going hunting for the weekend."

"Ok," I mumbled. Wondering if Alice had had visions of what was about to occur.