Disclaimer: I don't own Twilight.
A/N: This is Bella and Edward's junior year in college. They are both currently twenty (Edward's birthday is in December I decided even though it's in June according to Stephenie. For my story, his birthday is in December.) It's October, near the wedding, which is scheduled for the 21st.
Bella POV—Twenty
"WAKE UP BELLA! YOU'RE GETTING MARRIED TODAY!" Alice's voice was like nails on a chalkboard, completely impossible to ignore and annoying. "TIME FOR THE BRIDE TO GET READY! SAY GOODBYE TO EDWARD YOU'RE AT MY MERCY NOW!" She started laughing, a mock evil laugh.
"Save me," I whispered to Edward, clinging to him. He chuckled, kissing me chastely.
"There's nothing I can do," he said. I could hear Alice stomping down the hall, her heels clicking.
"Come on Bella!" she called, pounding on Edward's bedroom door.
"I'm coming," I grumbled. I pulled Edward to me, kissing him fiercely. I never wanted to pull away. But Alice came in and pulled me away from him, ignoring my protests.
"I love you!" I cried to Edward as Alice forced me outside in my pajamas.
"I love you too!" I could faintly hear him say. I couldn't believe the next time I saw him, I would be walking down the aisle.
"Come on Bella. We have to start now if you want to be ready by five," she said firmly. She pushed me into her yellow Porsche, instantly skipping to the driver's side. The clock on the dashboard said six AM. How anyone could be so chipper this early is beyond me.
"You couldn't have let me get some sleep Alice?" I complained.
"It's not my fault if you stayed up late with Edward. You should've though of that earlier," she said sternly. I rolled my eyes.
"Where are we going?" I asked.
"My house. My parents are gone for the day so it's just going to be us girls, getting ready. I have manicurists coming at seven," she said.
"What else are we doing today?" I groaned.
"Well the manicures and pedicures should take at least an hour and a half. Our dresses are getting dropped off at nine. We have waxing appointment at ten and that should take at least an hour. At noon we'll have lunch. At one we'll start your hair and make-up, which will take at least two hours, probably more. Everyone else will get ready then too. So we'll leave my house at four and be at the church by 4:30. And then you'll walk down the aisle at five." She smiled after all of this, proud of herself. I had to admit, she was very organized and prepared. It was comforting.
"Thanks Alice. I really appreciate you doing this for us," I said sincerely.
"It's my pleasure," she said with a toothy grin. We reached her house in twenty minutes or so, and when we got inside, I saw Katy, Marietta and Rosalie all eating fruit, grumbling and yawning.
"You got all them too?" I asked Alice incredulously. She nodded.
"Katy was the most stubborn," she informed me, rolling her eyes.
"You came to my dorm at five in the morning! I was exhausted," she complained.
"Doesn't matter. It's Bella's day," Alice said firmly. "So she got to wake up last."
"So you were all up before me?" I asked, turning back to my other friends. They nodded grimly. "I'm sorry."
"Don't be," Rosalie said. "It is your day after all." She gave me a tired smile that quickly turned into a yawn.
"Thanks for this guys. This really means a lot to me," I said. I was about to choke up.
"Save the tears for later," Marietta advised. "You'll need them."
"Group hug!" Alice squealed, wrapping her arms around me. Katy, Marietta and Rosalie all stood up and hugged me too.
"Oh crap!" I heard Rosalie exclaim suddenly. We all turned to her but she was running to the bathroom, hand clasped over her mouth.
"Way to ruin the moment Rose," Alice pouted.
"Well it's the baby, not her," Marietta corrected.
"Sorry," I heard Rosalie yell weakly from the bathroom.
"It's okay, take all the time you need," I said kindly. Rosalie had gone to the doctor's a few days ago. They found out she's three months along, due May 22nd. The baby is perfectly healthy and developing the way it's supposed to. The doctor said she probably wouldn't start showing for another month or so, at the start of her second trimester. She still had awful morning sickness.
"Manicurists are here!" Alice sang suddenly. She skipped to the door and pulled it open, revealing five women, all holding big, suitcase like boxes. Alice led them inside and into the living room. I followed Alice into the room and she shoved me into their huge recliner. The manicurists opened the boxes, which held foot spas, and started filling them with water, setting up all of their nail necessities.
"Come on everyone!" I called, once the first women told me they were ready. Alice sank onto the couch, dipping her feet into the warm bubbling water. I slid off my shoes and placed my feet into the spa in front of me. Katy, Marietta and Rosalie, still looking a little green, all came into the room, sitting down at separate foot spas.
Alice had timed everything almost perfectly. The manicures and pedicures took a little over an hour. The dresses got dropped off at nine. The girls all tried on their bridesmaid dresses and, luckily, they all fit perfectly. At ten we went to get our waxing. Each of us had to go separately, so that took an hour and a half. At noon we all ate, our eyebrows and bikini lines raw. At 12:30 I took a long shower and shaved. And at one Alice started my hair.
She instantly wrapped every strand of hair in hot curlers, dousing it in hairspray. While my hair was in the curlers, I put on my dress, which fit like it was made for me. Which it was.
Rosalie spent an hour perfecting my make-up, making sure to use waterproof mascara. Everything that she used highlighted my natural features, making my chocolate eyes sparkle and my full lips look ever fuller. When she was done, Alice unrolled my hair so it fell in ringlets around my face. She pulled some of it back, using a small clip to hold it there. Katy, Marietta and Rosalie got ready while Alice was finishing me up- she was already dressed and ready, all in the hour it took Rose to do my make-up.
"Done," Alice announced, arranging my hair. It was already almost four. "You look amazing Bella. Absolutely perfect."
"Can I see myself now?" I asked.
"One sec," she exclaimed. She quickly grabbed my mother's pearl necklace that I was using as my something borrowed and clipped it across my neck. Then she handed me my grandmother's diamond stud earrings as my something old and I clipped them on. Finally, she handed me a dark blue garter, my something blue, and I slid it up my leg. That was the part of my wedding I was least looking forward to. My something new was my dress or my veil, whatever floats your boat. Finally, Alice nodded, helping me to my feet and leading me to the full-length mirror. I gasped when I saw myself. I did look amazing.
My dress had short sleeves and flowed to the ground beautifully. The back was just simple white. The front was an intricate design of beading, with the white clipping on my stomach and showing the beading to the floor. It was perfect. Everything I could ever want, and more.
My hair was curled and framing my face. Alice set the veil in my hair, on the clipped back strands. My make-up was flawless, my skin almost glowed. I felt beautiful, even next to my perfect friends.
Alice was standing next to me in the mint green bridesmaid dress I had picked. It was very simple, with spaghetti straps and fell to the floor. There was sort of an extra piece of fabric at her side that fell down to about mid calve on the dress. It looked as good on petite Alice as it did on tall, modelesque Rosalie. (Pics on profile)
"Oh my God," I breathed.
"You look stunning Bella," Rosalie said. She was beaming. Marietta and Katy agreed wholeheartedly.
"You guys all look wonderful too," I gushed.
"Well let's get out of here," Alice said. "You are getting married in exactly one hour and we need to be at the church." Nervous butterflies flooded my stomach. I am getting married in one hour! But the excitement quickly overtook the nerves. When I went downstairs, I saw Renee and Esme standing in the living room. They both came over and started gushing about how beautiful I looked. I blushed and returned the compliment.
Renee was wearing a pretty silver dress that fell to the floor. It had a little half sleeve jacket on over the silver beading of the top. Her hair was done in an elegant bun. Esme was wearing a beautiful light purple dress with short sleeves. The top part had a pretty beading design and it fell to the floor in slight layers. Her hair fell down her back in cascading waves. (Pics on profile)
"It's ten past four everyone, we need to go!" Alice announced. They led me out to the limo and the five of us settled in, Renee and Esme taking the Mercedes with Phil and Carlisle. Charlie was driving to the church and meeting us there.
My friends all babbled the whole car ride but I couldn't focus. All I could think about was the fact that in an hour, I would be Mrs. Isabella Marie Cullen. I would be married to Edward, my best friend, my lover. It's a day I've dreamed about and everything is perfect.
"We're here Bella," Alice's voice broke me out of my reverie. We were a bit late, it was 4:45. I hurried inside, to a back room where Charlie was waiting. He hugged me.
"You're not my little girl anymore," he said gruffly. "I'm not going to be the main man in your life anymore."
"You'll always be my Dad," I promised him. "Edward will be my husband but I'll always love you."
"I know sweetheart," he said proudly. He kissed my cheek. Renee came rushing in tossing her arms around my neck. Charlie left the room briefly to give us some time.
"Oh baby," she said, hugging me tighter. I could feel myself starting to choke up again. "I can't believe it. It feels like just yesterday we were at my wedding. And now my little girl is getting married."
"I love you Mom. I'm glad you're here," I said, my voice thick with emotion.
"I love you too baby," she said. "I'm going to go sit down so I can watch you walk down the aisle." Her eyes sparkled with excitement. She kissed my cheek too and left to sit down. I sat down in front of the long mirror hanging on the wall. I looked like a totally different person, a beautiful, confident woman. I took a deep breath.
"Bella?" I turned and saw Marietta standing in the doorway. "The bridesmaids are about to go. I just wanted to come say good luck." She stepped into the room and I stood, wrapping my arms around her. Even though I'd only know her a few years, she was like a sister to me.
"Thanks Mari. I'll be watching from here," I promised.
"I love you Bella. I'm so glad I came to live with you and Charlie," she replied.
"I am too. And I love you too." She kissed both of my cheeks and rushed back out of the door, wiping her eyes. I stood in the doorway and sure enough, all of the bridesmaids and groomsmen were lined up and ready to go. Marietta and Jacob were first, followed by Rosalie and Emmett, Katy and Sam and last Alice and Jasper. Even though Alice and Emmett are the maid of honor and best man, we decided to have everyone go with their significant other.
The music swelled and I could hear the church fall silent. I watched in awe as Marietta and Jacob walked out of my sight, down the aisle. Rosalie and Emmett were next, both of them beaming. Katy and Sam went after them, smiling shyly and nervously. Alice danced through the door with Jasper, winking my way before she went out of sight.
"Ready sweetie?" Charlie asked. I nodded, tears already pooling in my eyes. He held his arm out for me and I took it gratefully, holding my bouquet of white roses and purple lilies in my hands. We made our way to the door, pausing out of sight. The music suddenly changed to the wedding march and the nervous butterflies tripled in my stomach. I could hear people getting to their feet to see me.
"Let's go," I whispered. Charlie led me to the opening in the door and we took the first few steps out.
At first, all I could see were the people in the crowd. My family, Edward's family, our high school friends and college friends. Everyone I cared about was beaming up at me, some crying, some just smiling. But when I looked up at Edward, everyone else faded away.
His smile was elated and as crooked as ever. He kept his eyes glued to me, taking in every inch of me, and I felt a huge grin spread across my face. His eyes were sparkling and it looked like he was using all of his energy not to run to me. Honestly, I was doing the same thing. I wanted to hurry Charlie along, but knowing me, I would trip. So instead, I just kept my eyes locked with Edward's as we made our way to the alter.
The alter was up two small steps and Edward was standing in front of the priest, who was all dressed up in his white robes, Holy Bible in hand. When Charlie and I finally reached him, he ran right down the two steps and reached out for me.
"Take care of her," Charlie said kindly.
"I will sir. Always," Edward promised. Charlie released me and Edward gathered me up in his arms, leading me up the two steps and back to the alter. I handed my bouquet to Alice, who had tears in her eyes and was beaming. Edward and I stood facing each other, holding hands. It reminded me a lot of our wedding in first grade and I almost giggled out loud at the thought.
"You look absolutely stunning," Edward murmured.
"So do you," I replied. And he did, with his classic black tux, his hair as messy as usual. Everyone in the church sat back down and the priest began in his deep, ringing voice.
"We are gathered here today to join Edward Anthony Cullen and Isabella Marie Swan in holy matrimony," he said importantly. My whole body tingled at his words.
The ceremony was long and I couldn't exactly focus. I mean, I heard everything the priest said, but I was much more caught up in Edward's eyes to really pay attention. He basically just asked if we were here of our own free will, if we would honor each other as husband and wife, and if we would accept God and we answered each question with "I do." Finally he got to the part I was most looking forward to.
"Please join your right hands," he instructed. Since we were already holding hands, we just let go with the left and turned to face him. "May the Lord in His goodness strengthen your consent and fill you both with His blessings. What God has joined together, let no man put asunder," he recited.
"May I please have the rings?" he asked turning to Emmett. Emmett pulled the rings out of his jacket and handed them to the priest.
"I'm insulted you didn't ask me to be the priest Bella," he whispered as he leaned over to give the priest the rings. "I thought I did a good job for your first wedding." I bit my lip to stop the giggles that threatened to break through.
The priest blessed the rings as symbols of love and faith. He handed Edward mine.
"With this ring, I thee wed," Edward said, repeating after the priest. He slid it carefully onto my finger, never breaking eye contact. I could feel tears slipping down my cheeks and he reached up to wipe them away. the priest handed me Edward's ring and repeated the same line.
"With this ring, I thee wed," I repeated, my voice choked up. I slid it onto Edward's thick finger. It was perfect.
"Do you, Edward Anthony Cullen, take Isabella Marie Swan as your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and cherish until death do you part?" the priest asked in his booming voice.
"I do," Edward said firmly.
"And do you Isabella Marie Swan take Edward Anthony Cullen as your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and cherish until death do you part?" he asked, turning to me.
"I do," I said, my voice confident and sure through my tears.
"I know pronounce you man and wife," the priest said. His careful mask broke free and he smiled down at us. "You may now kiss the bride." Edward instantly wrapped his arms around me, dipping me and kissing me passionately. I almost laughed into his mouth I was so elated. Everyone burst into applause as Edward gently lifted my body back up. We finally broke apart, both of us beaming and trying to catch our breath.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I am proud to announce Mr. and Mrs. Edward Anthony Cullen!" the priest sang. Edward and I laced our fingers and almost skipped down back down the aisle as everyone clapped. I finally let my elated giggles escape. Edward and I made our way to a separate limo and both of us climbed in the back. Edward instantly brought his lips to mine, kissing me with just as much passion as he had on the alter. We broke apart after a few minutes.
"It took all the strength I had not to jump you when you came down the aisle in that dress," he whispered, his voice alluring. I giggled.
"Well, I'm now officially Mrs. Bella Cullen," I squealed. God, I'm starting to sound like Alice.
"I love that," Edward said, grinning. He pulled my lips back to his and we were instantly attacking each other with our lips and hands. We pulled up to the reception hall ten minutes later, our lips red and slightly swollen from kissing.
"Come on Mrs. Cullen. Let's go make sure everything's perfect," he said, grinning widely.
"Of course my loving husband," I replied. We linked arm and made our way into the reception hall. Everything was perfect. The tables were set wit the centerpieces we wanted, the dance floor and baby grand piano were there just like we requested. All of the band's equipment was set up and ready.
"Wow," I breathed, walking over to the cake. It had three layers, each one with detailed designs that didn't seem real. I was tempted to touch the frosting, just to make sure it was actually a cake, but I resisted.
"It's perfect," Edward decided. He wrapped his arms around my waist, pulling me closer to him. I snaked my arms around his neck and he pressed his forehead against mine.
"Is this how you imagined it?" he murmured.
"Yes," I answered truthfully. "Everything is just…amazing."
"So do I get to see the mysterious lingerie tonight?" he asked, wiggling his eyebrows. I giggled again.
"Maybe," I teased. I pressed my lips against his again but we were interrupted by a loud coughing.
"Alice," we both sighed.
"Yes it is!" she answered. She danced into the room, instantly launching herself into my arms. I hugged her back.
"Thanks Alice. Everything is exactly how I wanted it," I said.
"I know! We're sisters now Bella! Like, officially!" She began jumping up and down.
"Oh my God, I know!" I replied excitedly. Edward rolled his eyes. I hugged every one of my friends, all of who filed in behind Alice. Alice scurried off into the kitchen to make sure everything was going right.
Edward and I sat down at the table in the center, our friends and family joining us. Renee and Esme instantly started gushing about the ceremony and dresses and this and that. Edward laced his fingers through mine and rested our entwined hands on my lap under the table. We graciously accepted the congratulations of our many guests.
"Congrats Bella!" Angela Weber came running up to me, tossing her arms around my neck. I hadn't seen her too much since high school, she was going to school in Texas so I only saw her during the summer.
"Thanks Angela!" I replied, hugging her one armed. My other hand was still on my lap with Edward's. I squeezed her hand and was surprised to find a band on her ring finger. A wedding band. "Oh my God!" I exclaimed, holding it up. She blushed.
"Ben Cheney and I eloped," she confessed. "It was only a few weeks ago. Only us and our parents."
"Wow, congrats Ang!" I hugged her again.
"Thanks Bella. Well I have to go, Ben's sitting by himself." She waved one last time and skipped off to where her husband was sitting.
Dinner was served once everyone arrived. Edward and I had decided on grilled salmon and it tasted scrumptious. After that it was time for mine and Edward's first dance as husband and wife. Edward had insisted on picking the song, saying he knew I would love it. It was important to him so I let him choose it. We made our way to the center of the dace floor and everyone gathered around us. Edward placed one hand around my waist, pressing me against him, and the other held mine.
The music began to play and I gasped audibly, whipping my head around to the piano. It was my lullaby, the one Edward wrote for me. A man in a suit was sitting at the baby grand, his fingers like blurs as he worked the complicated piece.
"I wanted to be the one playing it," Edward murmured. I turned around to face him again, a smile spreading across my face and my eyes starting to water. It was so sweet. "But I can't play the piano and dance at the same time."
"Edward," I choked, my voice cracking slightly. He pulled me closer against him, kissing away my tears. "That is the sweetest most romantic song you could have ever picked. It's perfect." Edward grinned, bending down to press his lips to mine.
I could vaguely hear the crowd awwing at us. a few other couples had drifted onto the dance floor. I remembered when that was Edward and I, watching my mother dance like this. And Edward was right. I felt a hundred times happier.
An hour or so later it was time to toss the bouquet. Single women of all ages flooded the dance floor and I turned around, flinging it over my shoulder into the crowd. I heard what sounded like a brief scuffle and I whirled around to find a woman with honey blond hair and hazel eyes was holding it, smiling shyly. She looked to be about Renee's age and I had no idea who she was so I figured she was a member of Edward's family.
And then the part I was dreading. Tossing the garter. Someone pulled over a chair from the table and I sank into it, already blushing red. Edward walked over to me in a flood of catcalls and whistles and slowly trailed his hands up my legs. My skin felt like it was on fire. He kept riding his hands up until he found the garter. He knew he was driving me crazy and he was just grinning. He looped his fingers through it and slowly, teasingly pulled it back down my leg. Once it was finally off (and I was approximately the color of a stop sign) he tossed it towards the crowd of single men that had gathered. I was embarrassed to see that Charlie had caught it. He looked embarrassed, like he was with those men against his own will, which he probably was.
I hurriedly got out of the seat, Edward standing up with me. The woman who caught the bouquet got shoved towards the chair and sat awkwardly in it. Charlie came over, blushing almost as much as me and slid the garter up the woman's leg, being sure to touch as little skin as possible. I giggled slightly as everyone clapped and whistled. Once the crowd dissipated, I saw Charlie and the woman exchange names and they went to a table and sat down together, chatting.
"Who is that?" I asked, turning to Edward.
"That's one of Esme's best friends. Her name is Eliza," he explained. I nodded, watching as Charlie said something that made her throw her head back in laughter.
The cutting of the wedding cake was next. We had picked a chocolate mousse cake with vanilla frosting. I placed my hand on the knife and Edward placed his over mine as we brought the knife through the cake, both grinning as cameras clicked our picture. Edward picked up a little piece and fed it to me, being careful not to smudge my make-up. I picked up a slightly larger piece and brought it up to his face. He opened his mouth but instead, I smooshed it onto his nose, giggling madly. It left a huge dollop of frosting right on the tip of his nose.
"Oops," I sang innocently. He narrowed his eyes, grabbing another piece of cake and smashing it right into my face. We both burst into laughter as the photographer snapped another memory.
Once we had cleaned the frosting off our faces, it was time for the father/daughter dance. I had picked Lullaby (Goodnight My Angel) by Billy Joel, because it was a sweet song, and Charlie always listened to him when I was little. I noticed that he was still sitting with Eliza and looked kind of sad to leave her. I smiled at the thought.
Charlie came up to me as the music started, holding me a much greater distance away then Edward did. We danced slowly as I thought of a way to bring up his new friend.
"So," I said casually. "How's Eliza?" His blush confirmed what I thought. Charlie had a crush.
"She's very nice," he said awkwardly. I laughed.
"I like her," I decided. Sure I hadn't talked to her or anything, but if Charlie and Esme liked her, then I probably would too.
"I do too," he admitted.
"You should ask her out," I suggested.
"I hardly know her!" he whisper shouted.
"So what?"
"Bella," he said warningly.
"Charlie," I said, matching his tone. He smiled.
"Maybe." The song ended and Charlie and I stopped dancing. Edward came over.
"Can I cut in?" he asked formally. Charlie nodded, handing me off to Edward. We started dancing as the next song came on.
"I think my dad has a crush on Eliza," I whispered.
"Really?"
"Yup. Is she nice?"
"She is. She used to sneak me cookies when we visited her." He grinned.
"Sounds like a class A gal," I said sarcastically.
"No she is very nice. And single." He winked for effect.
"Good. I want Charlie to get over Renee, he's been alone for so long," I sighed. The song ended as Emmett climbed onstage, grabbing the mic from the singer. I groaned.
"Oh crap," Edward groaned.
"Hi everyone!" Emmett yelled. Everyone turned to give him their attention. "I'd just like to say congratulations to Edward and Bella, the bride and groom." Everyone clapped politely.
"So as the best man it's customary for me to make a speech. I would like to talk about Edward and Bella's physical relationship from the beginning." He paused, finding us in the crowd and waving for no apparent reason. "Edward and Bella have been best friends since they born basically. The two of them were in love since they were kids. At age four, Edward and Bella were engaged to be married. But they decided to wait till age six, when they were joined together in holy matrimony by yours truly." A few people chuckled.
"At age seven, they ran away together for the first time. Then at age eight, they shared their second kiss. Well, Edward kissed Bella and she wiped her mouth off. But then she returned the favor for their third kiss."
"At age eleven they had their first dance. I remember it like it was yesterday. They had their first slow dance and Edward got jealous for the first time. It was so cute."
"At age thirteen, they had their first real kiss in a game of spin the bottle at Jacob's birthday party. But, Bella, being as oblivious and clueless and clumsy as she is, decided to kiss Jacob after that too, causing Edward his first heartbreak." I looked up at Edward guiltily but he was just smiling up at Emmett, still holding me. And then I glared up at Emmett because me being clumsy had nothing to do with heartbreak.
"Bella then proceeded to date her way through the male population of Forks." I blushed furiously and I heard a few people laugh. "Edward watched by jealously, too scared to confess his love to the oblivious Bella. At Christmas, he gave Bella a heart shaped garnet necklace. They were so close to getting together then but Charlie started flipping out and Bella and Edward were kept tragically apart."
"At age fifteen, Bella got wasted for the first time. Edward saved her from possible had trauma and proceeded to bring her back to our house to sleep it off. In the morning, Alice found her in her undergarments, lying in bed with Edward. She said they slept together all the time." I heard a few gasps and I blushed instantly red. "But not in the fun way, like actually sleeping."
"At age sixteen the real drama began. Bella's cousin Marietta," he paused, waving to her. She waved back, blushing. "Came from Italy. Edward and Marietta started flirting and jealousy reared its ugly head in Bella. She realized that she loved Edward. And she was incredibly jealous of her hot Italian cousin."
"But Edward didn't actually go out with Marietta so Bella came to our house to confess her love. They both sat on his bed, not looking anywhere near the door. So, of course, the entire family watched as Bella confessed her love and her and Edward had a pretty intense make out session. We even got a picture." I heard a few people laughing again.
"At age seventeen, the sexual tension between Edward and Bella was intense." I blushed furiously. "It was prom night. You could practically see them undressing each other with their eyes. But, luckily for all of us, they relieved that tension that night." Oh my God Emmett did not just announce that we had sex on prom night!
"That was also the night they got engaged with plans to get married after college. As we know, those plans got shoved to the side when Edward and Bella decided to get married today."
"After many, many, many, college…experiences Edward and Bella are finally married, which means everything they've been doing is now considered morally right. Although I'm sure they will do some things that are not considered right by anyone's standards." He grinned and winked down at me.
"So we've come full circle. Edward you're my brother and I love you. Bella, I've always seen you as a sister and I love you in a sisterly way. So congratulations to you both!" He held up his full champagne glass and everyone around us took a sip.
"Thanks for the Em," Alice said cheerily, climbing on stage. "Unfortunately I don't have any embarrassing stories that I want to share. So you can look now Bella." She grinned down at me and I moved my head from off of Edward's chest.
"Oh and also Emmett, the engagement came before the relieving of the sexual tension. The relieving of the sexual tension was an effect of the engagement. But it was still sweet and romantic, not just crazy and animalistic."
"Not helping Alice!" I squealed. Oh, how I regret telling her details about my sex life.
"Well I just wanted to say that I'm happy for my adopted brother and sister-in-law. I love you both and wish you the best. And when you two have kids, remember this night and remember who designed it and let that person design their bedrooms. Please." She skipped off the stage. I just shook my head.
Everyone left around midnight. Alice, Jasper, Emmett, Rose, Katy, Sam, Jacob, Marietta and our parents were the last ones left. Charlie had gotten Eliza's number and they were planning on going out sometime next week.
"Have fun on your honeymoon Bella!" Alice sang. "Your bags are already in the limo."
"Thanks Alice. For everything." I kissed the top of her spiky hair.
"No problem Bella!" she trilled. Only Alice could have so much energy.
"Have fun honey," Renee said, wrapping her arms around me. Luckily for me, our parents had decided not to comment on Emmett's slideshow but I could tell that they were slightly disgusted but unsurprised.
"Thanks Mom," I replied, embracing her back. I hugged and kissed Charlie too. Esme and Carlisle hugged Edward before hugging me goodbye.
"Thanks for coming you guys. We love you," I said as Edward wrapped his arm around my waist.
"Our pleasure," Esme said with a smile. "It's the least we could do for our daughter." Her words pleased me more then she would ever know.
"Have a good time in California. Soak up some sun for me," Rosalie said.
"Promise to take good care of the baby. And save me an ultrasound picture," I retorted.
"I will," she promised, moving a hand to her still flat stomach.
"Have fun kids," Emmett said, giving us a goofy grin.
"Tell Emmett I'm not speaking to him," I said to no one in particular. Emmett just grinned wider.
"Don't worry Bella. I'll punish him," Rosalie promised. Emmett's eyes instantly widened.
"Have fun," Jasper said calmly. We thanked him too.
"Goodbye everyone! See you on Wednesday!" I sang as Edward and I made our way outside. The limo drove us to a nearby five star hotel, the best one in the area. We gave our bags to the bellhop to bring upstairs. The moment we handed off our bags, Edward scooped me up in his arms.
"What're you doing?" I protested.
"Come on Bella. It's our wedding night. The least I can do is carry you across the threshold," Edward said, pouting adorably. I kissed his jutted out bottom lip and slid my arms around his neck, resting my head against his chest as he carried me to the room. It didn't take him very long and he didn't seem to struggle at all with my weight. The moment we were inside, he kicked the door shut behind us and carried me to the bedroom, laying me across the bed. He crawled next to me, wrapping his arms around me and kissing me gently.
I instantly pulled away, pressing a finger to his lips.
"Just a second," I whispered, trying to sound seductive. He nodded eagerly. I stood up and made my way to the bathroom. I pulled off my wedding dress, revealing the skimpy lingerie Alice insisted I wear underneath. Luckily, my dress was thick enough that you couldn't see the blue. I hung my dress up on a hanger and hooked it to the back of the bathroom door so it wouldn't get wrinkled. I pulled the veil out of my hair, leaving it on the top of the hanger with the dress. All I had left was my lingerie and jewelry.
"Bella?" Edward called, slightly impatient. I giggled.
"I'm coming," I replied. I opened the door, peeking just my head out, leaving my body covered by the door. I was feeling self-conscious now.
"Come on," Edward said encouragingly. He had taken off his jacket and shoes, his tie loosened sexily across his chest. I took a few tentative steps outside, revealing myself to him. He just groaned.
"Alice is right," he said. When I looked at him, confused he explained. "That does look very sexy on you. Now come over here so I can take it off." I giggled.
"Not so fast Mr. Cullen," I scolded. I made my way over to him, walking slowly. I climbed onto the bed, straddling his hips. I rubbed against him lightly, making him moan.
I slowly, teasingly removed his clothes, leaving him in nothing but his boxers. He brought his lips to mine passionately, his fingers leaving trails of fire on my skin. We made love passionately and lovingly. It truly was special, just like we wanted it to be. It was a perfect ending to a perfect day.
"I love you Edward Anthony Cullen," I yawned. I cuddled against his naked body, bringing the blankets up to my chin.
"I love you too Isabella Marie Swan Cullen."
A/N: The wedding ) I hope it met everyone's expectations. And be sure to check out my profile for the album that has all of the pictures of the dresses!! And this chapter is extra long, my longest yet I think, so I hope you enjoyed it. REVIEW!!