I feel like the day after any holiday is sad. I mean, there's so much build up and then boom. It's over. Well, my intention was to post this yesterday but I got sidetracked with Halloween trickery. I hope you enjoy the last chapter.


Chapter Twenty-Five – Epilogue

Two Years Later

My stomach was filled with butterflies as Alice curled my hair. Rosalie and Esme were leaning against the bathroom counter smiling.

"Bella, you look so beautiful." Esme gushed.

"Thank you," I smiled, "I have to say I'm a little nervous. That's why my stomach is so upset. I can't believe it's already our wedding day."

"Really? It feels like time has just dragged on." Rosalie said, "All the details and the excitement seemed to take forever. I'm glad it's finally your wedding day."

I took a sip of water, "I want to say, before we all walk down the aisle, thank you guys. You all have been so helpful, and I appreciate it. I don't think I could've done it on my own."

"It's what family's do," Esme smiled, "Now let's get your dress on."

As they helped me slip my dress on, the butterflies began to disappear, and excitement took over. I was so ready to marry Edward. I'd been ready for a while now.

"We'll see you down the aisle." Alice said as she and Rosalie went to stand in place.

Esme gave me a tight hug, "You and Edward are an amazing couple."

"Thank you," I said, "You're like a second mother to me. Thank you for being so supportive."

She kissed my cheek, "I'm going to go find my seat."

She left the room and I stared at myself in the large mirror. I was dressed in a long white gown, a veil, and I was absolutely glowing.

If someone had asked me three years ago where I thought my life would go, this would have never been the answer. This wouldn't have even crossed my mind. I never would have thought that I'd meet someone so amazing who would actually change my opinion on love and relationships.

Carlisle appeared and extended his arm, "Are you ready?"

I smiled and nodded, "Absolutely."

The song began, and the doors opened. Carlisle lead me down the aisle. Edward was standing there, under the alter, smiling widely. I felt my heart skip a couple beats. I couldn't help but meet his wide smile.

I stepped under the alter handing my big flower bouquet to Alice then grabbing Edward's hands. His thumbs rubbed the tops of my hands.

"You may all be seated," the officiant said, and the ceremony begun.

I tried to listen to the officiant, but I couldn't stop staring at Edward's beautiful face. I guess we were both facing the same problem, because when the officiant asked Edward if he would repeat, Edward didn't hear him. The crowd burst into giggles when Edward shook his head and asked him to say it again.

"Do you, Edward Anthony Cullen, take Isabella Marie Swan to be your lawfully wedded wife?"

"I do," He said proudly.

"And do you Isabella Marie Swan, take Edward Anthony Cullen to be your lawfully wedded husband?"

"I do."

"You may now kiss the bride."

Edward grabbed me and pulled me into a deep kiss. I wrapped my hands in his hair, meeting his deep kiss.

The officiant laughed, "Well, I now pronounce you Mr. And Mrs. Edward Cullen."

Everyone clapped, and the music started again. Edward and I reluctantly pulled away from one another and walked back down the aisle. Rice was thrown in the air as we made our way out of the church.

Next came pictures. I couldn't stop staring at my wedding band. It was official. Edward and I were married.

We walked into the reception hall and were met with cheers. Edward grabbed me around the waist and twirled me as our song started playing. I let my head fall against his chest as we spun.

"So, Mrs. Cullen," He whispered in my ear, "How have you enjoyed the celebration today?"

I looked up at him, "It's been better than I imagined Mr. Cullen."

His smile widened as he picked me up and twirled me, "Who'd a thought that you would've actually said yes to me?"

I playfully smacked his chest, "Of course I said yes to you. How could I not?"

He grinned cheekily, "I'm still surprised. Before I asked you to marry me the only thing I could think was, 'how could the most beautiful and best woman in the world possibly say yes to me."

"I was thinking the exact same thing when you asked me to marry you. I couldn't stop wondering why this amazing, brilliant, handsome man would possibly want to marry me."

"Marrying you has been the best decision of my life." He kissed me deeply, "I couldn't be happier then right now."

"Oh really?" I asked, an eyebrow raised.

"Really."

"I bet I can make you happier right here right now," I smiled cheekily

He snorted, "Hon, you can't do that here, our family is watching us."

I shook my head, "No, I'm not talking about that. Or any variation of that."

"Okay, what are you talking about? What could possibly make me happier than I am right now? I'm listening."

My smile widened as I leaned up to whisper in his ear, "I'm pregnant."

He leaned back a little, staring at me as if I were play a joke on him. I pulled the positive pregnancy test out of my top. His eyes widened, and his mouth fell open.

"Are you serious?"

I nodded, "Yeah. I took it yesterday."

"Oh my god!" He grabbed me in a tight hug and spun me around, "I'm going to be a dad!"

Alice, who was closest to us, heard Edward exclaim, and she stood, "You're pregnant!?"

I held up the pregnancy test and nodded, "Yeah I am."

"Oh my god!" Alice ran over and hugged both of us, which caused the rest of our family to jump up in excitement and hug us tightly.

Nine Months Later

"He's so beautiful," I said as I stared down at my beautiful son.

"He is," Edward said as he stroked his full head of red hair.

"I can't believe it," I said, "Just yesterday we were getting married and now we're parents."

He chuckled, "It's incredible."

I kissed his cheek, "I think I might love him just a little more than I love you."

He nodded, "Ditto."

I giggled and kissed Edward. After a few moments, he started to fuss.

"Come here, buddy," Edward said, "Come to daddy."

I handed our son to him, watching Edward change his diaper. Watching Edward interact with our son was an indescribable feeling. Almost unbelievable that we were actually parents. Just a few hours ago, I was panicking about having him. Every worry that I was supposed to have during my pregnancy, I had in a few moments as I was pushing. Probably the worst time to panic.

"I think he's getting hungry." Edward said as he walked back over.

I felt my full breasts, "I think it is time to nurse."

This is the second time I've fed him. When I feed him, I feel so close with him, like a mother as strange as that sounded. Edward helped me get him adjusted against me.

"You look maternal like this," Edward said, "Like a goddess."

"Don't be weird," I chuckled.

"No, I'm serious. Watching you feed him is so… well, it's just moving."

I shook my head, "I think you need to go to sleep."

"No, I'm good."

"You've been up for almost twenty hours."

"I had to be up, I had to hold you hand and watch my son being born."

I opened my mouth to say something, but a knock on the door stopped me.

"I bet that's everyone."

"Come in!" Edward said loudly, which caused our son to jump.

"Shh," I snapped, "You scared him."

"Sorry."

Esme, Carlisle, Emmett, Rosalie, Alice and Jasper walked in. They were holding balloons, flowers, and all sorts of gifts. Suddenly, the big room seemed so small, but I love it. I could feel the love all around me.

"Hey, mom and dad," Esme said.

"Hey, guys," I said.

"Oh, he's beautiful," Esme said as she walked over.

"Thank you."

"Look at that hair," Emmett smiled, "Good god, that poor boy has got your hair Edward. He won't ever be able to do anything with it."

"At least you know a hundred percent it's yours," Jasper said, Emmett in him falling into a fit of laughter.

"You leave my beautiful son alone," I said.

"What's his name?" Alice asked as she moved closer to the bed.

"Mason," Edward said, "We're going with Mason."

"Awe," Rosalie said, "What a sweet name."

"Thank you," We said at the same time.

"It was a bit of a fight finding a name," I said.

"We didn't fight we just had lively discussions."

I rolled my eyes, "Whatever we had, we finally settled on Mason."

"Well, it's a nice name," Carlisle said, "He's a pretty boy. He looks just like you, Edward."

Edward smiled brightly, "I know. He's my boy."

I chuckled as I put him on my shoulder to burp him. He cooed a bit before letting out a loud burp. I handed him to Edward, so I could button my top.

"Who wants to hold him first?" Edward asked.

"Ohh me, me," Alice said, "Me first. This is the first baby I've really been around."

Edward handed Mason to Alice. She cradled him awkwardly, but after a moment, she found a comfortable spot.

"He's so beautiful Bella," Alice said.

"Thank you," I smiled widely.

"How do you feel?" She asked.

"I'm not really sure. I was scared, and I panicked a little bit when I was delivering but no that he's here, I feel a little silly for panicking like I did."

Edward kissed my temple, "You did amazing. Just some preparental nerves."

"Well, he's here now. And he's perfect." Esme said.

I leaned back against the bed, watching them pass Mason around and talking about his hair or how cute he was. About two hours later, they decided it was time to leave. After giving out several hugs and kisses, and promises of see you soon, they left. Now, it was just Edward, me and Mason.

Edward pulled me and Mason into his chest. We snuggled against him.

"I love you Bella." He whispered against my hair.

I looked up at him, "I love you too, Edward."

"Forever and always babe."

I chuckled sleepily, "Forever and always."


I love the ending. A new little family, ready to start their family life. There was a lot of growth in this story, and I hope you all enjoyed it. Oh, and I'm thinking about adding a bonus chapter that filled with dirty hot sex, not sure yet, but it'll be a bonus scene. It won't be put up soon but I'm just saying look out for it!