Just so everyone knows, the dream in the last chapter is a very BIG part of the story. Its no filler, trust me.

Wedding is next chapter so get out your champagne glasses!

Chapter Twenty: Dress Up

Who was I to doubt Alice wouldn't have pulled everything together in one day? Well I had to scold myself for not having faith on that little pixie. It seemed she had somehow got everything ready with her many 'connections' in Paris. I hoped she didn't invite anyone. That would just kill me.

I shuddered as I thought that. The nightmare I had last night still had me shaken up although I was stubborn to admit it to Edward. He still watched me with anxious eyes, even now when we were in the airport. It seemed I had scared him and he looked at me as if I would crumple up into a ball. I tried my best to keep my eyes away from his gaze in case he saw the fear there. I still hadn't gotten over it. I had the feeling I was being followed everywhere I went now, even if I was in the arms of Edward. But last night I got no sleep and I was exhausted this morning.

I sighed, running my hand through my hair as we waited for the plane. My eyes made the mistake of looking at Edward who sat beside me. His piercing golden eyes narrowed as he stared at my face.

"What?" I asked.

He frowned but kept staring at me. "What's wrong Bella?" he questioned.

"Nothing," I said, looking away to people watch. But I could still feel his gaze on me.

"Why don't you want to tell me Bella?" he asked.

"Because there's nothing to tell."

"Is it about your dream last night?"

I stiffened and he noticed. His arm around my shoulder tightened and I closed my eyes as I put my head against his chest. Maybe if I looked more tired than I really was he'd stop questioning me.

"Bella," he said slowly.

"I'm just tired," I sighed. "Nothing else. Just tired."

He was silent until I felt his glass smooth lips against my hair. He seemed to give up on the topic and I smiled to reassure him I was okay.

The plane ride lasted what felt like seconds to me. Precious seconds with Edward before Alice would whisk me away from him again. Well she wouldn't be able to do that after tomorrow. He seemed perfectly content to hold me in his arms while I rested my eyes. The scary thing was I was afraid to fall asleep. Afraid the red eyes of my nightmares would haunt me yet again.

So after we landed in the airport Alice immediately demanded we get to the hotel and start preparing me. She'd brought my dress along with her and she was overly excited about actually seeing me in it. She tugged on my arm as I hissed for her to go away before turning back to Edward.

"This separating thing better stop after tomorrow," I warned. "It's driving me insane!"

He chuckled and ran his hand through my hair with his crooked smile. "Promise," he whispered before pressing his cold, marble lips to mine. I eagerly threw myself into the kiss, making sure I got enough for a day without him. It wasn't long until he pushed me away and I pouted. He laughed, taking my face in his hands and kissing my forehead before staring into my eyes. "I love you, remember that."

I smiled and nodded. "It's the only thing keeping me sane."

He chuckled again, brushing my cheek with his thumb before stepping back. Alice's grip was on my arm again as she pulled me away. I waved to him as he smiled at us.

"Ugh! Alice! I can walk by myself you know," I said as she pulled me into the car.

"I know," she said. "But I know your keen eye for escaping." She looked over at me and pouted again.

"Ouch! Alice!" I cried as she pulled the fabric too tightly around my waist.

"Sorry," she giggled, holding the pin in her mouth as she loosened the ribbon. I crossed my arms as she twirled around me, spinning the piece of material until she stopped behind me to tie it. "There!"

"Am I done yet?" I asked, frustrated.

"Not even close!" she cried, taking the pin out her mouth. "We've got your hair to do and your makeup!"

"Makeup!" I gasped. "I'm not wearing it!"

"Why not darling?" Annamaria asked in surprise as she looked up from her magazine. "Eet will look so preety, don't you think Alice?"

"Of course!" she giggled, pushing the pin into the side of my dress, poking me.

"Ow!"

"Sorry!"

"Ugh!" I scowled at the mirrors in front of me. Alice popped up beside me, putting her chin on my shoulder as she gazed into the mirror.

"Just you wait," she whispered into my ear. "I can see his face already."

I flinched when she mentioned him and she walked away, smiling smugly. She knew my weakness.

I looked at myself in the mirror, spinning the skirt around. The silk flowed against my legs, soft. Was I really that nice looking, I wondered. I just looked … weird. Well maybe that was because my hair and makeup wasn't done. I sighed.

"Fine," I grumbled. "Let's get it over with!"

Suddenly there was a knock at the door but Alice was already halfway across the room. She opened the door and there was Renee, running into the room. "Bella!" she cried.

I bit my lip as I stared at her shocked face. "Err … hi mom," I muttered.

"You…" she started. "You look so beautiful!"

"Huh?" I asked in surprise. I was sure I was going to get the scolding to end all scoldings.

"Oh, Bella! I'm so happy for you!" she cried, her eyes sparkling with water already as she rushed forwards to hug me.

I willingly hugged her back; I really did miss her. I was just overly surprised at the way she had reacted. Maybe she had gotten used to the idea of me being married so young.

"Mom!" I said as she pulled away, dabbing her eyes with her fingers. "I thought you were furious at me!"

"What?" she asked confused. "Oh, that! Well I was but then I remembered the way you both looked at each other and the way you talked about him. Oh! I'm just so happy you're happy!"

"Thanks Mom," I said with a shy smile, my face hot.

"Of course you're still too young but you're just so happy!" she said, waving her arms around dramatically.

"Err, thanks mom?" I asked as I looked over at Alice who was grinning. She'd seen all this, no doubt.

"Oh!" Renee said, seeming to realise there were others in the room. "You're still getting ready. I'll see you there I suppose." She began walking for the door but not before turning and grinning at me again. "So beautiful!" She shut the door and the room was silent for a minute before I started laughing loudly.

I couldn't hold it in anymore. I was just so happy that now everyone excepted this that it just exploded out of me in the form of laughter. Alice grinned.

"Alright," I breathed, getting out the last giggles. "Let's get this makeup and hair thing over with."

She nodded at me and then at Annamaria as they both approached me with makeup and hair tools in hand.

I closed my eyes as they did their work and all I could see was Edwards smiling face from the dream I had some time ago. The dream I was about to live. I shuddered at the thought of the last dream I had but Edwards golden eyes took the place of the red and I no longer felt fear. I felt anxious.