Disclaimer: I don't own Twilight, but just imagine how gaytastic it would be if I did. I swear there would be rainbows all over the place.

A/N: FINALLY! I'm finally done with finals so I can actually sit down and start writing again. Thank y'all for being patient because I know I have a tendency to leave y'all high and dry, but not this time!

Carmen's P.O.V.

I'm so happy that my daughters are finally getting married. While it might not seem like the perfect timing to everybody it's perfect to them and that's all that matters to me.

"I don't mean to sound negative right now, but is having a wedding right now the best idea? I mean we still have the army to take care of, and I still don't understand how Victoria was forgiven so easily." Esme says as she stays rooted to Matthew's side.

"Nobody asked for your opinion or said you had to understand." I growl from my spot next to Alice and Jasper. I feel him trying to use his power to calm me down but it's not going to work.

"Carmen I didn't mean any disrespect. I'm just saying that maybe Bella is a little bit too forgiving. Victoria is the one who built the army to kill Edward, and while she didn't intend for them to kill Bella it doesn't change the fact that they could have killed her too." I silently look at the woman I used to be able to call my friend.

"I'm sorry have we all been experiencing the same Badass Bella? The one who made Edward scream like a little bitch not once, but on two separate occasions. The same one who through all of us up against a wall like rag dolls. The one who had not only Edward but Carlisle suspended in midair by their throats. Is that the Bella you're referring too Esme?" Rosalie says with venom as she waits by the kitchen for Emmett to return.

"I know what she is now capable of Rosalie. I was there for all of it, but I'm just saying I….." I can't listen to her talk anymore.

"You and I are going to get a few things clear right here right now Esme. First off, in my house your opinion doesn't mean a damn thing. Second, the only reason you're standing here right now is because Bella heard about Carlisle mistreating you and she's too nice a girl to let that slide. Finally, you lost the right to weigh in on MY daughter's life the day you left her without a fight." I growl as I start moving closer to her just in case she feels the need to fight.

"How many times do I have to apologize for that terrible mistake I made? I never wanted to leave Bella, but I knew fighting would be pointless once Carlisle and Edward's minds were set. Also I didn't know Edward lied to us!" Esme shouted starting to get angry.

"But you still didn't even try! Emmett and I at least tried and when that failed we came up with a different way to make sure Bella knew she wouldn't have to be alone. I told you what would happen if we left and you still did nothing!" Alice growls as Jasper quickly wraps his arms around her trying to hold her still.

"Do you think it was easy for me to leave Bella? I loved her like she was my own daughter and to hear that she didn't want to be around us anymore broke my heart." Esme cried as she wraps her arms around herself.

"Clearly you weren't broken enough to even put up a fight for Bella. If Edward hadn't said we were coming back would you have ever come back to even visit Bella? Alice and I were planning to." Emmett says with a growl, and honestly even I'm surprised at his hostility towards the women he used to consider a mother.

"I wanted to come back Emmett. I never wanted to leave, but you don't understand what it was like for me! I thought Edward was her mate and him telling us to leave her alone was for the best, and since Carlisle backed him up I just tried to accept it and move on." Esme says as she gives Emmett a pleading look.

"At least when Rosalie and I didn't fight it was for better reasons than yours. I truly believed that Bella hated me, and Rosalie could feel that Edward and Bella weren't right for each other." Jasper says also with more venom than I expected.

"Let's be honest here. Jasper and I both knew that Alice and Emmett were going to do something to make sure that Bella was going to be okay. We didn't know what exactly, but we knew it was something because they truly love Bella unlike you." Rosalie says as she glares at Esme with spite.

"If I had known that you all were going to go against what I thought Bella had decided I would have tried harder." It takes all my self control not to quite possibly knock Esme's head off her shoulders. Is she serious?!

"See that's where we differ. I truly love Bella like a daughter so regardless of what she said I would never leave her. I've made it very clear to Tanya and Eleazar that Bella is and will forever be my daughter which means I'm here for her. A real mother would never abandon their child no matter what they say. We also would never talk about our love for them in past tense." I watch as Esme eyes darken as she releases a fierce growl.

"How dare you imply that I was never a real mother to Bella! I loved her more than you could possibly understand!" She yells making me growl louder.

"Yet you still never even tried to fight for her! Where was the love then?! You are weak and a coward!" I growl back as I start to crouch down.

"Ladies I think it would be a good idea to calm down. Bella is sleeping and Tanya thinks that this is something that should be discussed after the wedding. All Bella wants is a happy day with her family and I'll be damned if it's ruined." Alice hisses as she moves to stand in between both of us.

I take several deep breathes as I gain better control of my temper. Alice is right. I would hate to ruin Bella's day simply because Esme and I are at odds.

"You're right Alice I'm terribly sorry. I would never spoil my daughter's special day." I say with a soft smile as I hear the others returning through the back door.

"Nobody ever told me why Victoria is here. Shouldn't she at least be restrained or something?" Esme asks as she looks around the room confused.

"No, she shouldn't and maybe it would be a very wise decision for you to stop talking right now. I can understand that you are confused, but trying to pick a fight with everybody is going to get you hurt and I can't fight all of them for you." Matthew says trying to hide his irritation at his new found mate.

"I'm sorry I don't mean to sound confrontational I just don't understand." Esme sighs as she runs her fingers through her hair in frustration.

"Right now it's not for you to understand. Bella is okay with Victoria being here and she was kind enough to accept Matthew as well to make Victoria happy." Kate hisses as she moved to stand in front of Victoria just in case.

"Esme, this is no longer the Cullen Coven. When you found out Edward was wrong you still sided with him over Bella. As far as we're concerned in this Coven you are at the very bottom of the food chain which means sit down, shut up, and don't start a fight that you'll lose." Rosalie growls as Emmett quickly comes up behind her and pulls her into his arms.

"Don't bother arguing because we all know Rosalie's right. You've made your decision, but that doesn't mean you get to stand here and question everybody elses. I don't know what happened with you and Carlisle, but I'm going to need you to figure yourself out before tomorrow. If you can't do that then you're not coming to the wedding." Alice says as she crosses her arms over her chest waiting for Esme to challenge her.

"Okay I think that's enough for now. We still have a wedding to plan which means we have a lot to do in a little time." Eleazar says as he walks into the living room already trying to keep the peace.

"You're right my love. Esme and I can always finish this later." I say as I look to Esme baring my teeth challenging her to say something else.

"Alright now let's get started! This wedding needs to be perfect which means I'm in charge." Alice says as she starts barking out orders to everybody. I have a feeling this is going to be a long night.

Bella's P.O.V.

I mumble in irritation as I feel something running along my spine gently. I try and stop whatever it is waking me up. "Stop," hoping whatever it is will leave me alone. I snuggle back into my pillow and try to sleep.

"Angel, I would advise you don't start something you can't finish with you favorite pillows." Tanya chuckles softly as she continues to brush her fingers along my spine.

"At least the pillows are nice and let me sleep unlike the person they're attached too." I grumble as I found the covers and pull them up higher.

"I thought you would like to eat before Alice got her hands on you for wedding prep. She's only gotten to play Bella Barbie once since she's been back." I groan as I hide my face forgetting where my head is placed. "You might want to save that for the honeymoon." Tanya chuckles making me blush slightly.

"Shut up," I mumble as I roll off of her and move to lie down next to her.

"Awww somebody's cranky on their wedding day. You know that's not a good sign right?" Tanya teases as she turns on her side to face me.

"It's also not a good sign to see the bride 24 hours before the wedding and here we are looking at each other." I tease back as I roll on my side to face her.

"Are you sure you want to do this today? If you want to wait we can. The fact that you're willing to marry me is enough for now. Hell even if you weren't, just being able to call you mine is enough for me." Tanya says as she gently rubs her fingers through my hair.

"What if that's not enough for me though? What if marrying you is my dream come true?" Bella says softly as she places her hand on top of mine.

"Then who am I deny you your dreams my dear angel." Tanya says as she leans over and kisses my forehead gently. "If you plan to get married today then you need to eat before being whisked away by Alice."

"How long do I have until then?" I groan as I move closer hiding my face in Tanya's shoulder. I don't think I'll ever get tired of being this close to her.

"She's willing to give you another hour. Though you might not want to push it too much. She's really excited about today and she wants it to be perfect for you." Tanya says as she gently runs her fingers along my back.

"Then I have time to eat and snuggle with you for a little while longer." I sigh softly as I feel myself starting to fall asleep again.

"No sleeping angel. Carmen's on her way up now with your breakfast." Tanya says softly as she moves to sit up pulling me with her.

"Ugh it's my wedding day and I don't even get to sleep in. That's just evil." I yawn as I sit up leaning against Tanya heavily.

"Just be happy Alice planned for an evening wedding. She could have easily had you up before the sun getting ready." I feel a shiver run down my spine at just the thought.

"Angel, Alice is good, but not even she could put together a wedding that you would like in that short of a time frame." Tanya chuckles as she leans over to kiss my forehead.

"I'm still trying to wrap my head about the fact that I'm marrying you today." I smile as I nuzzle her neck happily.

"Save it for the vows you sweet talker. Now seriously go shower. When you come back your breakfast will be here, and I will be gone." Tanya says sadly as she starts getting off the bed pulling me with her.

"So the next time I see you I'll be stumbling down the aisle." I say with a faint smile. I wonder if Tanya will be wearing a dress or a suit? I bet she would look sexy in a suit.

"Bella," Tanya says in a sing song voice drawing me out of my pleasant daydreams of me getting her out of a suit. "Do not tempt me before our wedding." She says with a knowing smile.

I feel a blush creep up my neck knowing she could smell my arousal. "Right, I'm off to shower, and I'll see you at the wedding." I say as I pull her into a loving hug and leave her with a gently kiss on the cheek before pushing her towards the door.

"I can't wait," are her parting words before she leaves. I feel a soft smile breaks out across my face at the thought of me actually getting married. Who thought this day would actually come?

I don't waste time taking a long shower. I quickly finish and wrap a towel myself as I walk out into the bedroom I share with Tanya. In just a few short hours we're going to be sharing this room as a married couple. I think I can feels the nerves of actually getting married starting to sink in.

"I sure hope you're not getting cold feet Bella." I quickly turn around to see Alice sitting on the bed giving me a cheeky smile.

"This right here is why we need to put a damn bell around your neck." I growl softly as I run my fingers through my wet hair trying to play off how much she freaked me out.

"I will take that into consideration." Alice says with her usual bell like laughter before her demeanor changed to being serious. "Are you getting cold feet? Are you having second thought about marrying Tanya today?" I walk over to sit down next to her on the bed.

"I can say without a doubt that I have never been more sure of anything in my life Alice. I'm just experiencing the usual nerves that come with getting married to the love of your life." I say with a soft smile as I think about Tanya.

"Great! Now that that's settled we need to get you fed and ready! You're getting married!" Alice shouts as she throws her hands up in the air with way too much enthusiasm.

"I know! I'm so excited!" I say actually feeling excitement even though I have to wear a dress and heels.

"Start eating while I lay out your clothes. We need to get this show on the road." Alice says as she hops off the bed and runs into my closet.

I smile as I move closer to the tray on the nightstand and start eating. I've never felt this nervous, excited, afraid, and happy all at the same time and especially not because of one person. Even though all these feelings are making it hard to eat I still wouldn't change them for them world.

A/N 2: Yes, I know I said this chapter was doing to be the wedding but once I started writing it I realized how long it was plus it deserves its own chapter for all the heartfelt moments.