First and foremost this is the original story before I started to rewrite it... and got stuck in the writing of the rewrite. If you are following the rewrite you will notice quite glaring differences between this and the one you have already started following. I do not intend on giving up with the rewritten version, however, I think you guys waiting for me to get over my blank slate of a muse isn't going to happen any time soon. So I am re-posting the original. This was my first completed story and it is very different from how my last stories flow.

Secondly, this is not beta'ed. NOT AT ALL. There will be mistakes in spelling (I'm Australian and some words we spell differently). The layout will honestly have you wondering what the hell I was thinking. I wasn't; well that's not true. What I was thinking was that I knew what I was doing and screw anyone else... yes I was a conceited little shit even at the age of 31.

Thirdly, there are 68 chapters to this story, including the epilogue and two outtakes. All of which have been uploaded to my profile I will try to upload as often as I can. Please understand that I have a busy life in the real world. This includes two children, one grown and the other with disabilities. So while I should be able to update wherever I am, if something happens please understand that I will miss updating.

Last but not least. I am not SM. Not even close. I do not own the franchise, work in any capacity with the publishing houses or studios. I merely escaped from reality to play with some characters that I fell in love with while reading four books in a matter of days.

After posing for heaven knows how many photos with the small wedding party I found it easier to stand there being the center of attention, well as long as Jasper was standing beside me. With him there I felt like I could face just about anything. I watched as Junior and Little Bella played with their little accessories, or more specifically watched as Junior became covered with the petals as the basket was emptied over his head by the little girl. I was hoping that someone would have caught that on film in one way or another. It would be one of the things that would make it more personal for me and my family.

We were listening to the noise inside the second tent where all the guests were sitting at tables as they discussed today's very unusual wedding. For the most part, people took the surprise for what it was meant to be, the celebration of two people getting married, some were still a little miffed that they didn't know what was going on but I could deal with that. Really it was more that they weren't over the shock of it than having a problem with the whole thing, I mean that's why the minister asked if anyone had any objections, but as no-one did they should get over it all pretty quickly.

"You ready for this?" my husband asked me as he kissed my cheek almost like a whisper.

I couldn't and wouldn't hold the shiver that his close proximity to me had affected me as it did; he and I both knew what it did to me and there was no use trying to hide it from him. Nodding I took his hand as we made our way through the tent opening together.

The sound was somewhat deafening with how loud everyone got. The hooray's from the men who I had to guess were Jasper's army buddies had me smiling, I knew I had to answer for that later but for now, I just wanted to enjoy my wedding and watch as Jazz got to once more talk to the men who had been part of his life for so long. People hugged and kissed both of us, or shook Jazz's hand as we made our way towards the table on the raised stage, again I found that I didn't mind being the center point of everyone's attention.

I looked around the tables scattered around the area, all the faces of those who we felt close to; even if they weren't family they still felt like there was a strong connection. I saw Jake sitting alongside Kate and Billy chatting with father and mother as well as Jane. I had wondered who and why Jasper had chosen for his best man, but I found that I agreed with his choice of Pa being his best man. They were so alike that sometimes it was an insight of what our future would hold.

The soft talking soon disappeared as the waiters came and served the different foods there was to offer and special menus for the kids. I had to laugh as Seth started to pinch the fries from Leah's plate as they sat talking with the other people at their table. It was great to see how the two different worlds that had so much became part of who I flow with little trouble.

I saw Peter, Emmett, and Edward talking to the men and their wives, occasionally looking over towards Jasper before laughing so loud it would have made those around them jump if it wasn't for such an infectious group. Alice and Rose were sitting there talking to the wives and girlfriends about what it was like and how they handled their other halves who were still enlisted. Rose and Emmett may have been married while Emmett and Jazz were still in the army but it had to take the pressure off of Rose knowing that Emmett was now at home and not having to fear for the call that something had happened. I don't think I would have been able to handle it if I was in their shoes. It gave me great respect for these women and had me wondering how I could help them out while they faced these issues on a daily basis.

Once the main course had been removed from the tables desert was brought forward and I think I was more looking forward to this part than the main course. There is no way I was going to miss out on dessert. The chocolate mousse situated on top of the white chocolate cake was something that I knew I would love. But rather than eating my own Jasper seemed to find it more fun to feed me his serving. I heard the coo's from the guests but I couldn't find it in me to be embarrassed. This was our day and was one day where I would do whatever I wanted with no fear of what others may think. I think he was enjoying the experience more than I was, but I was too caught up in the whole day to make sure.

"So are you going to tell me how you got my old mates here; or do I wait to hear it from them?" he asked as he held the spoon in front of me, teasing me with the desert of the gods.

I knew it was coming and I was more than happy to answer; "That my dear husband is my gift to you today. You always spoke highly of those guys when you mentioned some of the things you did and I realized that they are a part of who you are. Just as much as Peter, Emmett, and Edward are brothers to you, so are those men. It's a family thing today, our family; and you can't have that if the whole family aren't here." I answered my eyes not leaving him for a second as he thought of what I was saying and what it meant. My hand reaching to cup his face while he smiled at my reasoning. Well, at least I was hoping it was what he was smiling about.

I saw father making his way towards our table with a smile the size of, well Texas, plastered on his face. I was so glad that he was enjoying this day.

"If you don't mind Bella I'd like to steal my new son from you for a second. I promise to have him back in a few minutes." He asked with a twinkle in his eye.

I had no clue what was going on, but as I looked from father's face to Billy and the rest of the men who were watching the conversation unfold, I noticed that each one had a similar look to them. Kissing Jasper's cheek before nodding my head I had enough time to remove my lips before I heard the calls from the men in the room. It was like they all stood as one before turning and either making their way outside the tent or coming to collect Jasper from the table.

"Be careful I need him in one piece for tonight," I called to Emmett and Peter to be met with the very characteristic chuckles from the two of them, but accompanied with a few others in the room. Within seconds of the men leaving; which included Seth so I knew it wasn't something too dangerous or Sue and Harry wouldn't have let him go; I was literally pounced on by the rest of the guests. All seemingly wanting to know the same thing; just in different forms.

"Isabella Marie Swan... Whitlock! How the hell did you keep this to yourself? And why the hell didn't you tell me?" Rose cried above the room; it was met with a few murmurs of agreement, but I smiled. It wouldn't be Rose if she was blunt to a fault.

"Wow, that's gonna take some time to get used to," I whispered forgetting to answer the rest of her questions.

It wasn't just because I wanted to ignore her, but because I was stunned at how much I loved hearing that name. It was sort of like the final piece of the puzzle that is me. Sort of making me complete. I didn't even realize I had been smiling from the time that she had said it.

"Bella, come on tell us why you kept everyone in the dark. Well, Char knew obviously because she's your bride's maid, but no-one else knew." Alice threw her best puppy eyes at me.

I giggled, well it was more of a snort mixed with a giggle but you know what I mean. Biting my lip I shook my head, I knew it would make them think I wasn't going to answer their question.

"Char didn't know. Well not until I asked her just before the actual ceremony. We didn't even tell our parents until an hour before the actual wedding. We wanted to do this our way." I answered her knowing she would want more but I wasn't going to go into any more details about the whole planning.

As we heard the noise from outside I knew it was time for the party to really start. I wanted so much to meet the men who served with Jasper, to hear the stories that they had. I knew from the last year and a half that I'd never hear about what they did while on patrol, but I still wanted to hear the embarrassing stories of what they did, the ones that he thought were too embarrassing.

It was a whirlwind of emotions and greetings when we made our way around the tables, spending a little time at each one to greet everyone and thank them for coming to the wedding; sidestepping the same question about why the unusual lay of events; and threats if someone sent gifts. We had everything we needed already we didn't need to have extra; as long as they took photos with the camera's supplied at each table I was happy. I had been shushed a few times when I asked what had happened outside and had all but given up on finding out that little secret as we made our way back to the table once more, sharing a few not so innocent kisses on the way.

Pa had pulled Jasper into conversation within seconds as Charlotte handed me a little note. Looking down I had to smile; only Charlotte would give away the secret of men. You had to wonder how they were able to not only find that many cigars at such short notice, but how they didn't smell like it or the room for that matter.

"Ladies and Gentlemen, it's time for the happy couple to share their first dance as husband and wife. Please give them a hand as they make their way towards the floor." I didn't even realize that the Emcee had stepped into the tent at the time. I had butterflies in my stomach. I had always hated dancing, even though I had taken lessons growing up to help my co-ordination it still wasn't something I found myself a little self-conscious about.

"Will you do me the honor?" Jasper whispered in my ear, so close that I shivered at his breath hitting my neck, losing all control of my voice and many other parts of my being. I simply nodded as he helped me stand and le me to the dance floor, my eyes not leaving his as we threaded through the tables closest to us where our families sat.

"Follow me?" he asked as he took my hand in his bringing it up to his lips to place a soft kiss on my knuckles. I smiled

"Anywhere you go." my only reply. And it was true, where ever he would go I was sure to follow. I giggled as the beginning of

"Have I told you lately" by Van Morrison started. It was true; it was us and I loved it. He led me around the floor a few times before I noticed that both our parents and a few other couples had joined us. I smiled as I saw Jake and Kate, Alice and Edward, Emmett and Rose; gently swaying to the music. But I laughed as I watched Peter and Charlotte dance like some old couple from a 50's movie. I discreetly nodded towards them when I saw that Jasper was looking down at me, and felt his chest vibrate with his own laughter as he took in the sight of his brother and sister in law. As the song finished I was quickly handed over to Peter, just as fast as Charlotte was handed to Jasper.

Then it began, I think I had more dances interrupted than I had time to dance. Partners were mixed so fast as one would cut in on another, leaving the first to happily dance with the lady waiting nearby. It truly was something that I had hoped for. But as much as I loved everyone who I had danced with and in some cases just met I desperately wanted to be in the arms of one man. As if he could feel my need I was twirled around by Felix into Jasper's waiting embrace.

"Are you happy?" he asked, smiling down at me, yet with such serious emotions running through his eyes. I buried my head in his chest, praising whoever had invented 24 hour stay safe make-up.

"With the wedding,"- I looked up to meet his eyes- "unbelievably so. With being able to spend the rest of my life with you? I don't think I've been happier except the day Junior was born. Never doubt that it's you I want Jazz. You have my heart, soul, and every fiber of my being." And it was true; no-one will ever be able to take his place in my heart no matter how hard they tried. He led me to a small seating area that had been set up for people to sit without the formality of tables. We sat there watching as everyone enjoyed themselves.

"It's time for my dance little girl," Father said as we joined everyone from our little hideaway.

I had asked him to pick the song that he wanted to share with me when I was younger. We had always joked that it would never happen considering he is the police chief and all. He always said there was no-one in town good enough for his little girl. Once more I was led to the dance floor, by a man who had shaped who I am. I didn't need to ask what song, I knew it from the time that I had said yes to Jasper that day in the field, I knew it when I was 16 and he asked me to dance with him to the same song.

When the first notes began of "The things we've handed down" by Garfunkel Art I smiled as we swayed on the spot. I didn't need to be spun around the floor when it came to father. I just needed to feel one arm circling my waist while the other held my hand for this to be perfect. Closing my eyes not only to relive some of the good times growing up but everything we had gone through since I left that fateful day I felt the tears slowly leave my eyes as my smile grew.

"I love you father," I whispered not trusting my voice any louder than that. I felt the kiss he placed on the top of my head. He didn't have to say it I knew he loved me and was happy.

It was well into the evening as the last of our friends left, leaving only those that were closet to us. Jasper had promised to call his friends sometime tomorrow to organize a BBQ here at the house to talk more. We sat out front of the house with the men coming early to get the tents in the morning and the clean-up happening now it was better to move into the house while Junior and Little Bella slept the night away. Neither Jasper, Pa, Charlotte nor I had changed since this morning and I was amazed that I felt comfortable still in the dress. Char had always fought me to get into something like this, but here I sat with Jasper's arms wrapped around my waist on the front porch with those who really knew and loved me still wearing this dress.

"Well, now you two as much as I loved your take on weddings. You wanna tell us why you didn't tell anyone?" Char asked as she put down her glass of chilled water.

I honestly didn't miss the lack of soft drink that went with being pregnant, and I had to give it to both her and Rose for not complaining about it. I think I suffered with it only because of the morning sickness I had for so long. Everyone was looking towards the two of us waiting for either of us to answer.

"It's all your sweetheart." Jazz chuckled in my ear.

If I wasn't in such a good mood and if it had been any other day I might have been a little put out by the comment. Ah, who am I kidding it didn't bother me in the slightest.

"Well, you remember when we had that family cookout just after Junior was born?" I asked only receiving nods from those that were there, or who had heard about it.

Jake and Kate sat there listening, both knowing my worry about weddings and all that went with huge things like this but having no clue about what happened that night.

"Well... we had a little bit of a disagreement. While I wanted to get married to the cowboy here, I didn't want some big thing that would be blown out of proportion. I wanted to have something that was us, with no influence from anyone. With both mother and momma Jane here offering me their dresses; Peter and Char suggesting where to go for the honeymoon and things like that I got a little scared." I was met with some looks that showed how much they believed those last few words.

"Yeah okay, I was scared shitless but that's not the point. It wasn't until we came up with the idea of the secret wedding since we both knew we'd be shot if we eloped. And it all came together once we bought this place. It was perfect. We could have the big wedding that we wanted with everyone we cared for without the huge task of organizing this with everyone telling us what to do." Everyone sat there thinking about it, and I saw the smiles creep up on their faces. They understood what and why we did this, why we did this for us and for no-one else.

"Gotta give it to you little B for someone who doesn't like being the center of attention, you sure do have a flair for the dramatics. If this column didn't work out, you definitely had a talent for acting." Peter called causing everyone to laugh. Yep, everything was good with our little surprise wedding.