Hey everyone! I jump two years in this chapter, after the first paragraph. But don't get mad! Its well worth it. This chapter is dedicated to LilythxCullen.

Enjoy the story everyone! (i'm trying not to ramble in my ANs like i used to)

Disclaimer: I dont own twilight. at all. You can ask my doctor if you don't believe me, we have had to cover the fact that Edward isn't mine in far to many sessions. :)

On with the show!

I was shocked at what I had just done. I could not believe it. I, Esme, had just gone and kissed the most amazing man in the universe. Normally I would never have done anything of the sort, but the words "I love you" hypnotized me and I lost control. I was just so happy, able to stay in heaven while I explained the tortures of my life. I couldn't explain what came over me even if I had infinite words and infinite time. Well, I guess I do have infinite time. But this feeling was not something that could be explained in words. This feeling, this pull, this joy from the purest and truest of loves was unexplainable and irreplaceable. And I knew I would never let it go. Not now, not ever.

Two Years Later

Time passes. Even when time has lost all meaning, and you would be content to be frozen in one second, it passes. But this passing time has been heaven on earth. I spent every second next to Carlisle, never leaving his side except when he had to work. I built up my strength and control, and soon I was able to visit him in his office. I remember the first time….

Flashback

"Dr. Cullen, you have a patient who is here for a follow up appointment" I heard the nurse at the front desk of the office page Carlisle.

"Which patient?" I heard him page back.

"She prefers to remain anonymous."

"Hmmm. Well, send her up."

She told me how to find his office. I waited until I was out of sight of humans, and then dashed up to his office at vampire speed. I opened the door and said "Here I am. I'm ready for my appointment."

His face lit up. He swept me up in his arms and whispered in my ear "I'm so proud of you Esme. I knew you could do it."

"Did I surprise you? I didn't want you to know I was coming." I never could surprise him. Edward always spoiled it. He was a great son, but sometimes I wished he couldn't read my mind.

"Very much so. I think celebration is in order. I may need to leave work early today…"

End Flashback

Now I visited regularly. I pretended to be his wife, and Edward pretended to be our son. I felt silly, but I secretly hoped Carlisle and I would truly be married one day. He had explained to me how vampires each had a soul mate somewhere out there, and that we were each others. Our relationship hadn't progressed physically, we still just held hands and kissed, but that was partly because of the sort of people we are, partly because of my silly hope. See, if we were to be married, I would want to do everything right. It was outrageous, seeing as it was extremely uncommon for vampires to be married in the legal sense. But then again, we were probably the most uncommon vampires out there.

I was sitting on the couch in the living room when I heard Carlisle walk through the door, returning home from work. I ran up to greet him with a huge hug and romantic kiss. After I let go, I looked at him more carefully. He looked nervous. I was just about to ask him what was wrong when he spoke.

"Esme, would you like to come for a walk on the beach with me? Its nice and cloudy outside, which works doubly in our favor, seeing as it means we not only can go outside but we will be the only ones."

"Of Course! I'd love to. I'll just grab a jacket, just incase someone see's us. I would look foolish without one."

I ran quicker than normal, I had a feeling this walk would be more than just a stroll, that it would be something much more important.

I returned to the door, and we ran to the beach. I was stunned when I got there. I had never been to this beach before.

The beach was gorgeous. The pale sand was so soft I slipped of my shoes and walked barefoot. Carlisle led me across the sand near some rocks. He said our destination was just across them. I was a little puzzled. I thought we were at our destination, the beach. I didn't know there was a specific spot on the beach.

I climbed across the rocks gracefully, but almost fell back when I saw what lay on the other side.

If I could cry of happiness, I would have.

There were tons of the most beautiful seashells laid out on the shore.

But not just laid out in any old way, they spelled some words.

Simple words, but words that meant more than the world to me. That made my heart soar just as much as when Carlisle had told me he loved me.

The shells spelled out the words "Esme, Will You Marry Me?"

I threw my arms tightly around Carlisle. I was speechless. Well, almost speechless. I managed one word.

"Yes." I whispered into his ear.

He tilted my chin up so I was looking directly at him, and then he kissed me passionately. After he finally broke away, he picked up my hand and slid the most stunning diamond ring I had ever seen onto my finger. Suddenly the sun broke through the clouds and on this expanse of private beach all three of us glittered. Carlisle, the diamond, and I. It was as if it was meant to be.

I let out a laugh at the perfection of this moment. It was hard to believe that a life such as mine, which had been full of turmoil, torture, and pain, could turn into something as perfect as the fairytales I once read. I heard Carlisle laugh next to me. I could tell he was worried about how I would react to his sudden proposal. Had he honestly thought I might not accept? And then it hit me. What this proposal truly meant. It was his way of telling me that he wanted to spend the rest of his forever with me, which was even more spectacular, seeing as we really did have forever. His way of saying that this love was not just some fleeting feeling, but that it was pure, undying, and true. He had told me this in words before, but now he was proving it with his deeds. And it made my already overflowing love for him grow.

I wanted to kiss him again and never let go, but I knew it would have to wait. I had other obligations.

"Let's go home." I said.

"Why?" He asked, "The sun isn't bright enough that humans will come out yet. We have nothing to worry about."

I chuckled at the fact that he was missing something so blaringly obvious.

"No silly," I said, "I have a wedding to plan. We may have all eternity but, although I don't know about you, I cannot wait that long to truly become Mrs. Cullen."

I gave him a peck on the cheek and then ran back toward the house.