Those words, in my head, sealed me. sealed us. We were one. I liked it. "you may kiss the bride" Edward leaned and kissed me. I was happy. I kissed back. Though I knew I couldn't test the boundaries of how far I could kiss him. Then he pulled away, so did I.
Screaming and cheering were coming from the background. I looked around. I saw my mum. She was probably crying as much as me, if not more. Charlie gave me a hug. We stayed there for a while. Then I looked back at Edward. He took my hand, and I went over to Carlisle and Esme. Esme was hugging and kissing me like I was some sort of precious artefact. Indeed, I did feel that way. Even Carlisle cave me a hug. I wouldn't admit it but I liked Carlisle, a lot. He was a very attractive man, and he was always like a second father to me. Soon I thought, he would be in a fatherly position for me. Jasper and Emmett walked over to us, and again, I got hugs and kisses on the cheek from them. Alice and Rosalie were there. It was a very happy time. Some of my relatives were there, and they all commented on how beautiful I looked, but they didn't forget to leave out how stunning Edward and his family were. I couldn't help but blush. I needed to look for one more person. Jacob.
I didn't say where I was going. I walked out the doors, pretending I needed to use the washroom. I made my way out to the motorbike. There it stood. Now all I had to do is wait. And I did wait. For almost an hour. I saw Edward in the window. I looked at him and he looked at me. He knew what I wanted so he left back into the main room. As he went in, Jacob came out. I watched. Edward put his hand out to shake with Jacob. Jacob paused, then shook back. I thought that Jacob mouthed the words 'thank you.' I felt very left out. Then Jacob came outside to see this girl in a huge dress on the sidewalk.
"Bella?" He started, just like before. "You look lovely, I want to tell you that you had a nice wedding. Thanks for inviting me. I know that we have had tough times, but though it all, we had fun. I know this might as well, be the last time I see you…" He trailed off. "I'm just happy for you. I want you to know that. It was a hard decision, I know. I love you Bella. Will you take care of yourself, so I don't?" he chuckled at his own joke. I, in all didn't think it was that funny.
"Jacob. Thank you. You were there for me. And I know we have both, no, all three of us made mistakes, but you have to understand. I know it's tough, but you need to see it from someone else's point on view. Jacob, I love you too."
He stood up and got onto his bike. I watched him. Then I looked to the grey sky of the Seattle skyline.
"Will you come to dinner?" I asked. He revved his bike.
"For you, of course." He answered. Then he smiled and put his helmet on. He back the bike out and took off down the street. II stayed there for a while. Just wondering. Then it started to rain, so I went inside. Charlie and Renee asked me what took so long, but I just shrugged. Then Emmett came into the room and called me
"Bella, it's time to go the car is here." he said. He grinned wide and took my hand to drag me to the entrance. I looked outside and saw a long stretch limo. oh no I thought. Emmett smiled. He pulled an umbrella from his side, I hadn't noticed it. Then he guided me to the limo. "Cadillac, do you like it. I chose it."
"Emmett, you know I don't like a lot of expensive things, but, I have to admit, this is pretty awesome." He helped me into the limo I looked around. Mini bar, leather seating, the list was endless. Emmett laughed so hard my ears hurt. Then I saw Edward and Jasper in the limo. I smiled and I sat down in the middle. Emmett closed the door and walked away.
"Were married." Edward said.
Jasper laughed. "I think everyone knows" He looked at me. "He has said that to everyone. Even Esme has gotten annoyed." I snickered. I could hardly picture Esme "annoyed' that must have taken a lot of talent. But, I don't blame him. I was so excited. I could scream at any moment.
The limo pulled away and we were driving along the Seattle roads. All Edward could say was that we were married. So Jasper and I had a conversation about this book we had both read. When we got to the restaurant I was escorted by jasper into the place. Then Edward straightened up. We stood arm in arm before the main doors of the room our dinner was in. Jasper opened the door and a loud cheer could be heard. We were both smiling and we walked to the table where Renee, Charlie, Carlisle and Esme were sitting. There smiles, just as big as ours.
"Hello," I said, but it was drowned out by the noise. We took our seats and we all were served some champagne. It was time for us to make our toast. Carlisle stood up to give a little talk.
"Hello everyone," he started. "We would just like to say that we are so proud of our son, And I know that Esme and myself both feel that Bella was a part of the family as soon as we met her. We couldn't be happier for anyone. A toast, to Bella and Edward." The crowd started up their cheering again. I took a sip of the champagne. Edward did too. I noticed that all the Cullen's were drinking. My facial expression must have been weird or something, because they all smiled, at me. I looked around for Jacob. I saw him. He was sitting standing at the doorway, my eyes were on his. Edward followed my gaze, but I didn't see his expression. I stood up from my seat and walked over to him.
"Hello, again," he said, "you still look lovely, you know." I could see him blushing. "Here is your gift. It's from me and Quil and Embry… and Sam."
"Jacob, can I talk to you?" I asked, sort of ignoring what he had just told me. He looked at me curiously.
"Sure, what about?" he asked.
"Why aren't you mad. I mean really, I know what happe -" I said, but he interrupted me.
"I just needed time to think. I put our differences aside. But only for today. Edward told me how much you wanted me there. And after a week or so, I gave in. don't think I'm soft. I just decided that I wanted to see you, for the last time. I know that I am trying my best to get along with them." He seemed sad.
"How did you know Rosalie and Charlie's speech?. It would have been sort of impossible for you to hear them. Jacob chuckled.
"Rosalie had her phone on, so I heard all of the conversation. I just wanted to hear you, you know? I decided that I would make a remark like that because I thought it would be a good joke." He laughed again. "Am I funny?"
"Hardly," I said sourly, he frowned. "But at least you try. I'm glad you tried to get along, for at least a few hours. I know, it's hard, I just wish…"
"Yeah, I wish too," Jacob said. "Can I make another joke?" he asked. I smiled again.
"Go ahead, just make it a good one." I said back.
"Okay, so why is your mother wearing a black dress? Isn't that like a mourning colour?" he asked. I stared at him.
"Your telling me, that you have never worn black on a special occasion?" I asked back.
"True, she does look nice. What ever happened to her not wanting you to get married, or at least not until you are older?" was I being interrogated or something.
"I talked to her, so did Alice you see-" I started, but he interrupted me.
"Alice talked to her? No wonder she let you get married. You can't say no to Alice." We both laughed and I looked over at her. She was looking at us. She turned away. I looked back at Jacob.
"Renee understands how I feel about Edward, thanks to Alice." I looked at a painting hanging on the wall. "I think she can trust me."
"Trust is a strong word." Jacob said. We both went silent.
"Well, do you want something to eat?" I asked.
"No, thank you. I am just going to say my goodbye now." He sighed. "Goodbye Bella, forever." I didn't want him to say that. It sounded wrong. I felt a knot in my stomach. Yet I handled it smoothly.
"Goodbye, Jacob. Forever." He nodded. I reached out to give him a hug. He turned away and started walking toward the door. "I'll call you, okay Jacob?" I asked.
"Please don't," he replied, and he turned around. He was crying. "I'll always remember you," he said. And he was gone.
I turned around to see Edward standing up and staring at me. He mouthed the words 'I'm sorry' Carlisle and Esme were talking to Charlie and Renee about something, but they kept glancing at me. I sat down on the floor. Alice walked over to me.
"Do you need something?" she asked, all concerned. "Some water?"
"I just want to eat. Will dinner be ready soon?"
"it's being served. Let's go eat." she said. Smiling. I followed her to my seat. I sat next to Edward and he kissed me on the cheek. I knew they all knew what had happened, I was just glad that it … ended smoothly. I put on a happy face for I was hungry and needed to eat.
The servers appeared from the kitchen, they put the food in front of us all. I watched as the Cullen's ate the food in front of them. I heard Rosalie laugh, though she was talking small bites of her food. Edward just smiled and whispered
"Eat and blend, don't you think?"
I knew that they would have to … you know … bring the food up later, but I still found it quite disturbing, the last time I saw Edward eat anything it was over two years ago. That can't be healthy. I started on my food, enjoying conversation. When I finished my plate was taken away, Edward stood up and took a deep breath.
"Bella, would you like to dance?" his arm held out. I looked up. Then nodded. I knew in my head I could not dance. Not to save my life. Yet, I got up and Edward led the way to the dance floor. Everyone seemed to be going through the doors on the left side of the room. As we entered, the lights were dimmed and some classical pieces were being performed on the stage. It was so beautiful. Edward turned around and held me close. I looked into his eyes. He looked into mine.
"We are married, you know?" I smiled and nodded,
"You just can't get over that can you?" I said chuckling.
"It's new for me. A new vampire experience." he said. I rested my head on his chest as we swayed back and forth to the music. All I could think about was that that was my last conversation with Jacob. Did I ruin it? I think I did. I didn't feel so good. The song ended and I went to see Charlie.
"Hi dad," I said, "do you want to dance?" I asked.
"Of course" he said, "we do need to talk." The song started to play and we were dancing. "I know I really didn't approve of this in the first place, but after Alice was done with me…I am just so happy for you." He smiled and hugged me as we danced. I just kept wondering, how in the world did Alice talk to everyone? As the song ended I danced with almost everyone, including Emmett and Jasper . I felt special. I had never got so much attention. I had a great time. If only Jake were here. As I was dancing with Edward again, Alice came up to me and dragged me back to the dining room.
"What is it Alice?" I asked. She smiled her little smirk.
"It's time for cake!" she shrilled.