Disclaimer: I am getting tired of writing this, but I don't own Twilight.
Chapter Six
The Wedding
Bella POV
I woke early the morning of my wedding.
I was getting married at 1:30 in the afternoon. Alice arranged that the wedding was to take place in the Cullen's backyard; afterwards the ceremony in their house.
I spent the night in Edward's room. He promised me the night before that he would already be gone when I woke. Alice said it was traditional for the groom to wait to see the bride until she was walking down the aisle; I hated tradition.
As I climbed out of bed, Alice ran into my room. "Bella! Get up, take a shower, then we'll start to get ready! Hurry!" I groaned, Alice was going to be paranoid today.
I took my own sweet time to wash my hair, as well as shaving my legs; it was a special occasion. I had about four hours. What was the rush?
I climbed out and wrapped myself in a towel. Just then Alice throws the door open.
"What is taking you so long?" she complained.
I sighed, "Alice, we have awhile until the wedding, can't you just relax?"
At that her eyes grew wide and her mouth hung open. "Bella…this is the most important day of your life, well, one of the most important. It should be you freaking out."
"Alice, I love Edward with all of my heart. I know we are meant to be together. That's why I'm not freaking." I tried to explain myself.
"Okay, you're right. I still think it's a huge deal. But let's start to get ready."
I shook my head in agreement. "Your right; I don't have to put the dress on right now do I?"
"No. Let's wait until after I do your hair. You can just wear sweats now."
I liked the sound of that. As Alice went to fetch Rosalie I put on my sweats as well as my undergarments and a t-shirt.
When they returned I was lead to Alice's bathroom where all the beauty products were stored. Alice set a chair down for me to sit in while they blew dry my hair.
Rosalie sprayed a substance in my hair, let it sit in it for a few minutes, and then started to comb through. Obviously this was to help my hair become more manageable and fewer tangles.
Then both grabbed a hair dryer and started to brush and dry at the same time. This took a much longer time then I predicted due to my mid-back length auburn hair.
Alice was constantly complaining about not having enough time.
When my hair was finally dry, Rosalie obtained two curling irons. Alice and she were both creating ringlets when Emmett walked into the room.
He began to laugh when he saw the state I was in. "Well Bella, looks like you're having fun."
For lack of words, I stuck my tongue out at him.
Rosalie at that time, turned on him, "Emmett leave. Or I'll have to remember to give you a little make over."
He smirked and gave a little snort making the mistake of believing she was joking. She just continued to glare at him with her hand on her hip until he left. She went right back to work curling when he did.
When my hair was full of curls Alice and Rosalie were arguing about how to style it.
In the end they both agreed to pull half of it back into a twist and have the top have as much volume as possible. The bottom half in long curls that reach partly down my back. I almost suffocated in the hair spray that was they drenched me in.
Alice very delicately applied my make-up. She kept her promise and only used natural colors; brown eyeliner, a gold-brown eye shadow, and a light maroon to flaunt my full lips.
After the two were done with that, Alice brought out the necklace and earrings that she had bough to go along with the dress.
I tried them on and they looked absolutely elegant. As Alice took the dress out of her closet I noticed the accessories went extremely well with the color of the dress. I tried not to think of how long it took her to find them.
Next I struggled to get into my corset. Rosalie and Alice helped me achieve to gain entry into it, which was quite embarrassing.
I was once again surprised of the cleavage that was formed.
I glanced over at the clock that read 12:49 p.m. I was amazed at how fast the time had flown by. I started to feel the nerves, but reminded myself that we still had about an hour to go.
I also noticed that Rosalie and Alice were already in their bridesmaid dresses. Their hair both in a curly up do.
Alice handed me my wedding dress and I slid it on. Once again I felt the smooth satin material against my skin.
I heard a high squeal from Alice and I low intake of breath from Rosalie.
As I turned to look in the large mirror on Alice's closet, my mouthed opened in awe. I was momentarily stunned.
The girl I saw looked rather slender in the magnificent dress. She had curves in all the appropriate places and long flowing hair that reach half way down her back. Half of her hair was pulled back which gave the illusion of thicker curls. The upper half was almost too big, but not quite, it was the perfect size.
Of course the girl was still pale but the dress looked lovely with her skin.
I turned back to the still astounded Alice, "thank you" I whispered, although I was positive she could still hear me. She took a step forward and took me in her granite arms.
Rosalie caught my eye and I thanked her as well. She replied that it was no trouble and that she was looking forward to having me as a sister. She had no idea how much that meant to me.
Alice beckoned me downstairs. I looked over at the clock which read 1:18 p.m. Twelve minutes. Twelve minutes until it was official. I would soon officially be Edward's. He would soon officially be mine.
I found Esme, Jasper, Emmett, and Charlie downstairs talking amongst themselves.
The week before Edward had decided to name Carlisle his best man. Carlisle was both shocked and very touched. He gladly accepted.
"Alice, are the entire guest here?" I asked, the nerves finally catching up with me.
"Yes. Everyone's in their seats now." She gave an encouraging smile my way.
Esme came forward and grabbed my hand, "Are you ready dear?"
I nodded, not daring to speak in fear of my voice breaking.
Charlie offered me his arm and I delightedly took it. I glanced over and caught him staring at me. I noticed there were tears in his eyes.
Esme snuck out and took her seat in the audience just before the music came on.
As music came on everyone lined up in the sliding glass window. The first to go down the aisle were Rosalie and Emmett. A few seconds later Alice and Jasper made their way down.
Charlie tightened his grip on my arm and looked over at me, "I just wanted you to know that I love you, and you look so beautiful."
"Thanks dad. I love you too." I know how hard this was for him to do; give me away.
Charlie took a step forward and I followed stepping outside, into the sunlight.
I immediately noticed the amount of people that attended; everyone in the small town that I had met or who Edward had met.
Then I was immobilized by Edward's stare. I only had eyes for him. In a matter of seconds I was standing right by his side in front of Carlisle. Carlisle was not only the best man; he had also agreed to perform the ceremony. He was going to marry us.
After long minutes of staring into Edward's light honey eyes and listening to Carlisle speak, he finally spoke to me, "Isabella Marie Swan, do you take Edward Anthony Cullen to be you're lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold; through richer and poorer, and sickness and in health, until death do you part?" Carlisle spoke with such a loud strong voice for the audience to hear.
I didn't even need to think about it. I had made my decision long ago. "I do," I answered.
I looked down at my left had where my wedding ring was placed on my finger. We had already exchanged rings?
Carlisle spoke once more, "I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride."
I turned to see Edward already leaning towards me. He grabbed my waist and brought me closer. I leaned up to meet his lips. The kiss was short and sweet, but romantic. We pulled away too quickly for my liking but I didn't want to get to enthusiastic about it in front of everyone.
After we drew apart, Edward took my hand and we took our first steps as husband and wife.
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