Title: A Different Time

Author: Bella Katelyn

Rating: M

Summary: With Edward gone, Bella makes a wish which could ultimately change her life for the better. Finding herself in Chicago 1918 two months before the Spanish Influenza epidemic, she sets out to discover everything about his human life, hoping it will give her a way to find him in the future. Follow Bella as she gives Edward the one thing he's always wanted. A chance to be human for her.

Disclaimer: Twilight and its characters belong to author Stephanie Meyer, and are brought to the fandom by Summit Entertainment. I'm just borrowing the characters for my own enjoyment and hopefully yours. With that said I hope you enjoy this story as much as I'm going to enjoy writing it.

Chapter Twenty Five

The Reception

EPOV

Holding Bella in my arms was one of the best feeling in the world, holding her in my arms as we were officially proclaimed husband and wife blew me away, this incredible woman had not only stolen my still heart, she'd finally talked me round to believing I had a soul, our son was proof of that. As Bella ran out of air I reluctantly pulled away from the kiss keeping my arms firmly around her waist as we were suddenly surrounded by our friends and family, Charlie and Sue were the first to arrive, I could see the redness around Charlie's eyes, seeing his only daughter married was emotional, although I could tell from his thoughts he would never allow Bella to see it. Squeezing Bella's hand reassuringly I guided her toward Charlie stepping back slowly as I watched the scene in front of me, as I watched father and daughter talk I imagined what our daughter would look like.

"My baby girl is all grown up. Edward is a good man, a wonderful husband, I now he'll take good care of her."

"It'll be you and Sue next Charlie. Remember you can't hide anything from me."

"Damn I forgot you could read minds."

"You'll get used to it. Eventually."

"I'll hold you to that."

As I watched Bella and Charlie, I noticed a small queue had started to grow, our Denali cousins were next in line as Charlie and Sue walked into the reception area. We hadn't seen them since Bella was pregnant with Jacob and yet now, everything seemed to fit into place, I could tell Bella wasn't fearful of Laurent anymore, with Victoria gone she could truly accept him into the family, she thought she'd hid it from me but I knew she was planning to talk to Irina about everything later. Carmen and Eleazar were the first to approach us, with Tanya, Kate, Irina and Laurent behind them. Stepping forward I smiled as Bella embraced Carmen as Eleazar shook my hand.

"Congratulations to the both of you. We wish you many happy years together."

"Thank you today has been one of the happiest days of my existence."

"The Cullens are all evened up in numbers now. We'll need to even things up Kate."

"Mm."

"We'll catch up with you later; we have an eternity to get to know each other."

"Tanya, Bella would like to talk to Irina before we head off."

"I'll let her know."

Wrapping my arms around Bella's waist I smiled as Jacob and Leah approached us next, Leah's small baby bump had started to appear and she was glowing, I didn't think I'd ever say this or even think it, but Jacob had matured a lot since he'd imprinted, Leah was definitely a good influence on him. Behind Leah and Jacob, were Seth Clearwater, Sam and Emily. I had been glad they could make it, I knew Bella was happy they were in attendance, however I knew the absence of her mother was clear on her mind although she'd never let me see it. A decision formed in my head as Leah and Jacob approached us, we were going to Jacksonville for our honeymoon and we would be seeing Renee and Phil, Bella needed to know that her mother was happy. I was brought out of my thoughts by a warm hand on my chest.

"You were miles away, Jake was talking to you."

"Sorry, love I was just thinking."

"What were you thinking about?"

"That's for me to know and you to find out."

"Stupid mind reading husband."

"Anyway as I was saying, I'm happy for you, both of you. I hope everything stays calm from now on."

"Thank you Jacob that means a lot to Bella and I."

"You're going to make a wonderful father."

"You already are."

Laughing I gently punched Jacob in the shoulder letting him know once and for all everything was good between us, to think at one stage I thought he would try and take Bella from me, Once our guests had given us their congratulations, Alice and Jasper led us into the reception area, my eyes widened as I realised this looked exactly like our wedding in 1918, but how did Alice know what it looked like...turning to face my beautiful bride I saw the blush tint her cheeks and got my answer. Bella had recreated our wedding day so I'd never forget. Always thinking about others. She and Jacob were my life now. Forever. Once again I found myself falling deeper in love with my wife. She knew just how to make today special and somehow managed to keep it from me.

BPOV

As Edward looked around the reception area I knew he would recognise it, I'd done my best to make sure this wedding looked exactly like our wedding in 1918 down to every last detail. I looked up smiling as Edward stared into my eyes, the look of awe and love etched in them. That one moment told me everything I needed to, he loved that I'd managed to create our original wedding day. Walking toward the top table I sat down next to Alice smiling as she handed me my baby boy. With Jacob snuggled into my arms I waited for Alice to start the speeches, giving her a small nod she took that as her que and stood up tapping the glass she had in her hand.

"If I could have everyone's attention please, it's time for the speeches, now usually we would begin with the father of the bride; however Edward has expressed his wishes to speak beforehand. But first of all I'd like to introduce to you for the first time Mr and Mrs Masen Cullen."

"It's an extraordinary thing to meet someone who you can bare your soul to and accept you for what you are. I've been waiting, for what seems like a very long time, to get beyond what I am. With Bella I feel like I can finally begin. So I'd like to propose a toast to my beautiful bride. No measure of time with you will be long enough. But let's start with forever."

Reaching up I took hold of Edward's hand as he finished his speech, my heart melted as he spoke with such devotion, I always knew we'd get to this point, no matter when it happened I knew in my heart one day he'd see that we belonged together. One lifetime with Edward was just simply not enough, especially now that we had our beautiful baby boy. The tears fell as he declared his love for me, wiping them away quickly, the last thing I wanted was to mess up my make-up. Alice would kill me for destroying all her hard work. Charlie stood up next, making his way toward the mic. I could tell his eyes were still red and puffy.

"Edward will be a good husband. I know this because I'm a cop, I know things. Like how to hunt somebody to the ends of the earth and I know how to use a gun. No seriously, Edward is everything I could want for my daughter and grandson. I'd like you all to raise your glasses to Bella and Edward."

"Bella and Edward."

"Now that you're my sister, you'll have to get over your aversion to fashion."

Typical Alice, I knew she meant well though and I'd quite gladly spend hours shopping with her if it meant that she would be happy, not only that but our recent shopping expedition had made me realise there were certain advantages to shopping trips, the main one being driving my husband crazy in the bedroom. Blushing I tried to hide my thoughts from him, but when I looked into his eyes I realised I hadn't let my shield cover my mind quick enough, the goofy grin he was sporting. Resting my head against his shoulder I sighed content in the knowledge in a few days we would be in Chicago, but first we had a honeymoon to enjoy. Once the speeches were over, the food arrived, suddenly I realised just how hungry I really was. Of course I chose to eat the mushroom ravioli; it was the best dish I'd ever tasted. Every so often I'd scoop food off Edward's plate onto my own, so it looked like he was eating to Angela, Jessica and her parents. Not long after the wedding meal had been served Jacob started to fuss and by the pain in my breasts I knew it was time he nursed, turning toward Edward I leaned in pressing my head against his shoulder.

"Bella?"

"Jake needs feeding come with me to the nursery."

"Of course, love."

"I'm sure Emmett will be able to entertain everyone whilst we're gone."

"Already on it lil sis."

Standing slowly I leaned against Edward as he led me back toward the house; I decided it was easier to use the downstairs nursery than climb up three flights of stairs especially in these heels. Handing Jacob over to Edward, I stepped out of my wedding dress sliding on a pale blue shirt deciding against a bra, before sitting in the rocker. Once I was settled, Edward handed me Jacob again smiling as our baby boy began to tug and pull at my nipple beginning to nurse. From the corner of my eye I smiled seeing Edward slide my wedding gown onto a hanger bringing in a beautiful strapless white gown. The same one I wore when I was in 1918.

"I was just about to ask you to bring that in, as much as I want to keep my gown on, now I've fed Jacob I don't want to mess it up."

"I'm sure everyone will understand."

"Are you sure you want to eat cake?"

"It's tradition."

"I don't want you to be sick on our wedding day, please Edward; I'd rather just lick it off your face."

"Mm that sounds like a good idea to me."

"Thought you'd see it my way."

"You're my mate Bella, whatever you want from me, you'll get."

"I love you."

"I love you too, love."

Looking down at Jacob, I smiled watching him nurse, I could hear our family and friends outside, wondering where we were but I couldn't find it in myself to care, this is how it was meant to be, Edward, me and our baby, as I watched Jacob, I started to picture a little girl with my eyes and Edward's colour hair, she grew a little faster than Jacob did but her beauty was breath-taking. Leaning back against the rocker I suddenly realised how tired I was. Before I could fall asleep, I felt Jacob's tongue pressing against my nipple letting me know he was done. Handing him to Edward to be burped I stood up slowly pulling off Edward's oversized shirt, I filled the strapless bra I'd just clipped in place with nipple pads before sliding the dress over my head, instantly feeling much more comfortable. Just as I slid the heels onto my feet, Edward finished burping and changing Jacob wrapping his free arm around me as we walked the short distance back outside just as Alice was entering.

EPOV

I heard my sister's thoughts before she came into view, of course she would be thinking about the cake cutting, sometimes I wished there was a way to shut off my ability, especially when she was in charge of an event. Kissing Bella's forehead I led her toward the tent where the cake was set, I still didn't understand why she'd insisted on having a cake, it's not like the entire wedding party would be eating it. But we all knew there was no betting against Alice, with her visions she always knew how to get her own way.

"Oh good, you're done. Time to cut the cake."

"We're coming."

"Everyone was asking where you were."

"Our baby was hungry and needed changing."

"Oh."

"Alice come on, let's just get this over with, I'm tired."

"Alright, alright."

I watched Alice bounce off toward the tent as I tried to control my frustration, pretty soon one of us would have to put our foot down, Bella found it difficult to say no to anyone, however Alice was another thing completely she had a way of putting on the puppy dog eyes and that pout and Bella relented instantly. Looking toward my brother I sighed, allowing him to relax me just as we entered the reception tent. Bella laid Jacob gently into his Grandpa Charlie's arms before we walked toward the cake, I had to admit even if there were only a few people eating, and our wedding cake looked fabulous. Picking up the knife I started to slide it through the cake as I felt Bella's hand on top of mine, her warmth seeping into my cold skin, in this moment no one else mattered, the cameras going off around us faded into the background as I gazed into my wife's tired eyes. Alice could kill me later but I was putting my foot down on the rest of the traditions she had planned. Just as the thought passed through my mind, Alice glared at me.

"Edward, why are you being awkward?"

"I'm not being awkward, Bella needs sleep."

"But I've planned everything down to the last detail."

"Don't push me."

"You'll regret this."

"I don't think so. Come on love."

Wrapping my arm back around Bella's waist I smiled as she scooped our son into her arms holding him tightly to her chest. Jasper and Emmett had already packed the car; all we needed to do now was catch our plane. First of we'd be heading to Isle Esme for our honeymoon, then on the way back I'd make sure we visited Renee and Phil because I knew Bella would never ask and I wanted her to have closure with her mother before we made an official time for her change. After securing Jacob into his carseat, Bella slid into the passenger side. I could tell it wouldn't be long until she was asleep. We'd only been driving a few minutes when I looked back toward her, only to find her snuggled in a ball fast asleep. Driving carefully yet still slightly faster than normal, I drove toward Seattle, arriving at Sea Tac airport sooner rather than later, once we were settled on the plane it didn't take long for Bella to fall asleep again, as I held Jacob in my arms; I smiled feeling like the luckiest man in the world.

A/N: I know I wrote that Bella wanted to talk to Irina before they left for their honeymoon, however halfway through the chapter I decided it wasn't really the best place to discuss vampire business where four people didn't know. The conversation will happen soon though I promise.