Disclaimer: I do not own any of the Characters within this Fanfiction. All work goes out to Stephenie Meyer, who is the genius behind this series.
Authors Note: Ok, if you read on my profile, I am only fifteen, so I have not been married. I don't even think I've stepped into a bridal store since back in like '99. So I'm sorry if I get things terribly wrong. And also, later in the story, I say sex. I'm a virgin, and have no clue what it's like. So don't yell at me. D:
-From the last chapter:
"What Alice? What was so urgent that you had to bounce me off the bed?" I asked. I knew that there was anger in my voice, but I also knew that there was some joy as I remembered my dream. I shuddered at the thought as I stared at my bouncing friend, who was still grinning.
"We have to go shopping Bella! For your dress!" I blinked. Dress? Why would I need a dress? I stared at her in confusion before she yanked me from Edward. "Remember Edward! No peeking in my mind to see her! It's bad luck to see her in her gown before the wedding!" My eyes widened. We were going shopping so we can move forward on the arrangements. I stared up at her in fear as she dragged me away.
"I won't Alice. Enjoy." Edward smiled as he just waved us off, laughing as I tried to get away from her.
"Edward!" I cried out until I was thrown into the Porsche and toward the mall where I knew hell would break lose.
Chapter 2
"Bella!" Alice whined as she grabbed onto my shoulders, my feet glued to the tile flooring in front of the bridal store. "Come on Bella." She continued to whine as I turned away from her, trying hard not to look at her perfect face. "Can't we at least just look! I want to know if you'll like the dress I picked out."
"You already picked one out!" I hollered as she gleamed proudly.
"A course. I did it once the news broke out…which means before you even received the ring." She lifted my left hand, groaning slightly. "You need to wear it, and tell Charlie."
"I will when I'm ready. Charlie is still mad about the whole 'Leaving me to suffer' ruckus. He doesn't like Edward still." I felt hot tears hit my lids as they threatened to burst, the memories of the forest hitting me hard. She shook me out of the small flashback to stare me straight in the eyes, her golden ones boring into my head.
"Let's go!" She squealed suddenly, yanking on my arm and into the store. My eyes strayed around the building, staring at the white dresses that filled; soon I would be in one of them. My body smashed into Alice's pixie like one, her golden eyes staring at me.
"Ah, so this must be the bride then." A woman spoke softly, yet full of excitement. Her hair was a dark blonde that was held up into a tight bun, her blue eyes piercing through the strands that somehow escaped. Her smile was bright through the light red lipstick that she wore. "Now, Alice here has already picked out a lovely dress. We just need to take some measurements." She pulled out a bright blue measuring tape as Alice pushed me toward her, the tape wrapping around every inch of my body. "Ah, you have a wonderful figure. So thin."
"Thanks." I couldn't help but say as I smiled, her fingers vigorously writing down the measurements on what I assume was a paper all about our order. "May I see what my dress will look like?" I wanted to know dearly, and she only smiled, nodding. She gripped onto my hand to lead me into the back room.
"We haven't even put this on display. It isn't suppose to be released until late this year. But with Alice, we made an exception." She smiled proudly as she pulled out a small bag, unzipping it to reveal my dress. I couldn't believe how beautiful it was. I was sure Alice would get me a strapless dress but no, this dress had straps that lay on my upper arms, the edges laced and had a beautiful design covering the bust area, slowly making it's way toward the end. It would fit snuggly from my bust to my hips before it would flare out, allowing it to clearly hide my legs. My fingers glided down the silky fabric, hearing a giggle from behind me.
"I guess you like it then." Alice giggled out before I ran over to her, surprisingly not tripping, and hugged her tightly, to any human they would have been left breathless.
"Like it…I love it Alice! Oh I love you!" I said proudly as she squeezed me back before laughing.
"Just imagine the look on Edward's face when he sees this. You have no idea how hard it is to keep this image from my mind with him." She let out a soft laugh, "But I did good."
"Are you all finished ladies? I would like to get this dress done and see what it looks like on your wonderful body Bella." I looked over at Alice, she was in charge of this whole ordeal. She nodded my head before the woman followed us out the store, smiling. "Thank you Ladies!" She laughed out as I scurried as far away as possible.
"Where to Alice?" I asked, I was happy, there was nothing that could ruin this moment.
"Well, I guess back home then. This was all I wanted to show you. We did need the measurements. We could go…"
"No!" I interrupted her, knowing her answer already, shopping. She laughed as she pulled out her keys.
"Let's go travel around, maybe talk to Charlie?" I knew my face fell as she began to laugh again, "Cheer up Bella, better to tell him early then have to send him an invitation and get screamed at a week before." I nodded my head, she was right. I would rather be yelled at months in advance and allow him to steam off then when he got the invitation. I exhaled as she gently grabbed my hand and pulled me into the cold winter air. I had grown accustomed to the cold due to Edward always holding me, my human friends think I'm crazy when I can walk outside in shorts.
"Let's go." I muttered as we entered the car, her speeding down the highway and toward Forks, as we had to go to Port Angeles for the mall. My mind raced about Charlie. What was he going to do? How was I going to tell him? I really had no clue.
"Should we get Edward?" Alice asked as she stared at me, knowing I was becoming nervous. I shook my head in reply. "Alright Bella. Just please, don't overreact alright."
"Alice! You already saw it!" I yelled, staring her straight in the eyes as she smiled, nodding her head.
"It'll be rough at first, but it will glide easily later…sorta like first time sex." My face began to burn as I heard that. I let out an 'Hmph' as she began to laugh at my embarrassment. But I was glad, I could blush even for a little bit longer. My house soon came into reach as she slowed her speed so Charlie wouldn't yell at her like before. I laughed at the memory. The rain began to sprinkle over the windshield, forcing us to quickly run in before it would pour, the football game echoing through the house.
"TOUCHDOWN!" Charlie's voice rang through the house as he jumped into the air, doing his little victor dance of his. Alice let out a gentle laugh along side me. "Alice! Bella! You're back!" Charlie yelled, not even looking away from the television screen.
"Yes Dad. We're back. I need to speak to you when you have a moment though." I spoke softly, but enough for him to hear me. My stomach filled with butterflies as I walked into the kitchen, hearing him nod and follow me in. "Dad, sit down." I still spoke softly as Alice leaned in the doorway, awaiting for anything she saw.
"Bella, what's the matter?" Charlie asked concerned as I only nervously smiled.
"Dad, you know Edward and I have been pretty serious lately and…"
"Oh Bella, please don't tell me your pregnant." Charlie said painfully, I could only laugh softly.
"Oh no Dad. I'm not pregnant. Actually it's a bit more serious. I'm uhm…" I paused, should I really tell him? Could I seriously handle the anger he would probably go through? Suddenly I heard his velvety voice.
"Charlie, Bella and I are Engaged." Charlie's head whipped over to Edward, who stood beside Alice now, his eyes gentle and caring. Charlie's face became red as he bolted from his seat, his hands slamming down on the table.
"You two are not getting engaged!" He raged as I winced slightly, hearing his voice directed at me, his eyes boring into me as I kept my gaze away. "I will not accept this!"
"Charlie…" Edward said smoothly, only for Charlie to interrupt.
"You two are not getting married! I do not see a ring upon my Bella's finger! Nor will I!" He stood up fully and ripped my hand up. "This finger will only be placed with a ring from someone other than you Edward! I still do not like you Edward. After what you did you Bella, I won't ever!"
"Charlie, you can not order Bella whether or not she can marry me. She had answered Yes to my proposal, and she is eighteen, legal age." His eyes bore into mine as he dropped my hand, a few tears falling from my eyes. I knew this would be rough, but when will it become easier.
"I don't care! I will not allow this to happen Edward! Bella became a Zombie when you left her! I don't know why she took you back! But I don't want that to happen to her again!"
"I know. And I won't. I was stupid then, I was looking out for her own safety." More tears fell as I stared at my father, his voice still booming as he yelled, but now I could hear nothing.
"Dad!" I screamed, forcing everyone's attention toward me, "I am going to marry Edward, and there's nothing you can do about it! I don't care if you disown me! I love him Dad! Even though I do not want to get married at this age because of you and mom, but I love him, and I don't want him to be taken away from me!" Tears continued to fall as I took in sharp breaths, his eyes softening.
"Bella…I-uhm sorry." He turned from me and walked back into the living room to watch him game as I felt two pairs of cold arms wrap around me, Alice's and Edwards.
"You did well Bella." Alice whispered as I continued to cry, only to pull away from them and walk up my stairs, coming down with a small box.
"Dad!" I screamed as I entered the room, making him shoot his head toward me, his eyes immediately going to the box as I pulled out the engagement ring. "There, it's on my finger. You see it now! I am going to get married, I don't care anymore." I felt the tears stop as I walked up to him, placing my hands down onto his shoulders, "I just hope you will accept that and come to the wedding." I looked over at Edward and Alice, who were both shocked, "Edward, can we go to your place?" I asked softly as he nodded.
"Bella." Charlie spoke as I stopped at the doorway, "It'll get some time for me to adjust to this, I just don't want you to get hurt again."
"I know Dad…I know." I whispered as I walked outside to see only the Porsche in the driveway. "Ran I see?"
"I heard the yelling. Came to see what was happening." He softly said as he held me close, my eyes filled with glee.
"Well, that went smoothly actually." I blurted out to see Edward confused.
"Smoothly? Bella, you burst into tears and it looked like Charlie's head was going to explode."
"Haha, yeah. That's true but he could have easily brought out his gun at you Edward, it was on his hip." I slid into the front seat beside Alice, who smiled. "Didn't see that last part coming did you."
"No, very good Bella." I couldn't help but smile as I watched Edward run toward his home as the Porsche had no more room. "Bella, are you going to be alright with Charlie being mad?" I stared at her before my eyes set down on the ring upon my finger.
"I don't know Alice, I really don't." I took in a deep breath as I stared at the gems twirling the ring around. "Alice, we have school tomorrow don't we?"
"Yes, tomorrow is Monday. And looks like you should keep that ring on, because you know word is going to spread like wild fire." I let out a soft laugh, I was thinking of taking the ring off so people wouldn't know, but the word would spread through this small town, and everyone will bother me at school.
"May I spend the night tonight?"
"A course Bella. I already planned on that. I have some clothes for you at my place." I let out a groan.
"Designer?"
"Yes." I scooted toward the door more to lean my head against the icy glass, "Come on Bella, you know you like my designer clothes."
"Hmph, let's just go home Alice."
"Ah!" Alice squealed as she stared at me, "You said 'Let's go home' you're saying that my home is yours too! Ah! Bella! You're soo ready to get married into our family!" I felt her arms wrap around me as I screamed,
"Hands on the wheel! Hands on the wheel!
