A/n: Hi! I really hope you like this chapter. I have been waiting to write this part of the story for a looong time, haha.
You will see why ;)
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Nessie POV
I was thrilled.
My parents were here for Christmas, Jacob was here with me, and I felt very blessed that everyone in my life was well and safe.
It was Christmas Day. I didn't ask for anything in particular, but, like Alice, Ellen went a little overboard with the presents.
I laughed to myself when I walked downstairs and made my way over to the tree, still half asleep. The tree was stacked full of presents! Though I wasn't one of the kinds of people who got excited to open presents, I put on a smile and thanked everyone for their gifts.
My mother was helping Ellen make Jacob and I breakfast. I could smell the ham, bacon, and eggs from across the room calling my name.
My father was on the couch watching me glance around. He smiled.
I smiled back. I skipped over to him and sat on his lap.
"Merry Christmas, Ness. I hope you got everything you wanted this year."
I laughed. "Yes. You and Mom are here and your safe. Really, that's all I wanted."
He kissed my head.
"I'm glad I could be here, and I'm glad that you are safe. Ellen and Kayden have taken very good care of you…and Jacob."
"You say that like it's a surprise. Jacob has always taken good care of me."
He sighed. "I can see that you and Jacob are getting a little more…serious now." He looked at me, his golden eyes captivating.
"Jacob is letting me take my time dad.
I said that sentence with authority. I didn't need my father to tell me how to handle my relationship with Jacob.
"I'm not trying to tell you what you can…well…" He paused, trying to think straight.
"Dad," I laughed grabbing his hands. "Don't strain yourself. Jacob loves me and is doing a very good job of taking care of me and helping me through the tough times. If I ever feel sad, or I feel like crying, he will be right there to catch me before I break down."
He looked back, sincerity in his eyes.
"You love him Ness. You should have what you want."
"Oh, dad. I love you."
I hugged him tightly. It felt good to sit and have a talk with my father. About Jacob, though, I wasn't sure why. I guessed that he was only trying to make sure that I was getting what I deserved. What I should have.
Did I deserve Jacob? Did he deserve me?
"It doesn't matter if you deserve him or not. If you love him, that's all that matters."
I was on the verge of tears. I was so happy. What could make this day even better?
Jacob POV
I was madly in love.
Yeah, I know it might sound a little corny, but it was true.
Renesmee took my breath away. She was a beautiful young woman now. I couldn't believe that 6 and a half years have already passed. I watched her opening her presents, a smirk on her face for I knew how much she didn't like receiving gifts. Her bronze curls hung halfway down her chest. The way she moved so gracefully, and that beautiful face of hers. It was her eyes that took my breath away. Those deep chocolate brown eyes…
Evening soon came around and the Christmas spirit started to die down. Everyone sat down next to the fire, joining in on small talk.
Renesmee was sitting in my lap on the couch next to the fire, her perfect angel face glowing.
We sat and stared at each other for awhile. Every now and then she would raise her hand to my face and trace my jaw, up to my cheekbone, then to my lips.
I took my hand and raised her hand to my mouth, kissing it.
I reached down to whisper in her ear.
"Come with me."
The next moment to come would be the moment that would change my life forever.
Nessie POV
I was confused. This better not be another gift. But it was Jacob. I'd do anything for him, and he looked a little anxious, so I was curious to know what he was up to.
He took my hand in his and led me outside on the back porch. There were white Christmas lights that hung around the porch, lighting up the sky, the snow glistening.
Jacob led me down a small path that was already shoveled up. White lamps were set on the path, lighting the way.
"Jacob," I laughed, staring into his beautiful face. "Where are we going?"
Jacob finally stopped at the end of the path, surrounded by tall, white frosted trees and over 3 inches of snow.
"Jake?" I was getting nervous now.
He rubbed my arm, chuckling, then he stared into my eyes.
"Renesmee Carlie Cullen. You are the love of my life. Since the day you were born I loved you. Our love grew, and I can't help but take my eyes off of you. You light up a room with your beauty, your amazing energy, and free spirit. I couldn't imagine being with anyone else,"
He bent down on one knee, and pulled out a small velvet box.
I gasped.
"Renesmee, will you marry me?"
I felt the tears coming. This amazing man wanted me to marry him, and I couldn't have been happier with anyone else.
"Yes…yes!" I nodded. He jumped up and picked me up, spinning me around. I was laughing and crying at the same time.
He put me down and kissed me, passion creating the fire on our lips.
He took my left hand in his and gently slid on the breath-taking diamond ring.
"It was my mother's." He said. "My father wanted me to have it. He knew you were the one to have it. It fits you perfectly."
That made me cry harder. I was so happy I couldn't express it in words.
I kissed him again. I placed my hands on his chest, and he placed his on my waist. I didn't take my lips away from his.
This was the best moment of my life, and I wouldn't want it any other way.