CHAPTER 3: GOWNS AND DOWNS
Okay so, this chapter is a little bit longer than the other two. I already have written chapter 4, but enjoy this and tell me what you think. This is a little bit too fashionista btw, sorry, but this week I had nothing to do so I let my imagination fly. Okay, on with the story :)
BPOV
Vera walked in the room with a white garment, something covering it. She zipped the cover off and pulled the dress off for me to see
My mouth just hung open.
It was so perfect I still can't remember anything but the glowing it had around itself. It had Swarovski crystals, diamonds and small topaz shined beautifully. Topaz, what a coincidence.
-Do you like it Bella? - Alice and Vera said
I couldn't speak. I just reached out to touch it, and then backed off, afraid to touch it.
-Go ahead, now it's yours, only yours- Vera whispered
I took the soft silk in my hands, it was so perfect, I couldn't believe it.
-Time to try it on! - Alice squealed
Alice dragged me to the fitting room; I was still so dazed that I couldn't do it on my own. She helped me to strip off and helped me putting it on.
-Close your eyes- She said, finishing, then pulled me to the door
I had never seen such a beautiful thing in the world, well, maybe I had, but it will be the most beautiful I would ever see as long as I existed, so it didn't count.
-Like it? - Whispered Alice
-Are. You. Serious? This is… wow, sorry, I'm speechless
-You look like a princess Bella! You look more than beautiful, you look… wow. - Babbled Alice- But we have to get going! There is a lot to do!
I took the dress off, they packed it and then we went to pay… shoot.
-It's $15.000 dollars- Said the cashier, and then Alice was handing the woman her credit card.
-Wait, what! Fifteen thousand dollars, Alice?
-Oh yes, you deserve that and way more- She said, waving her hands
-Wait, no Alice, seriously I can't.
-Okay… -She put her hand to her chin- So, let's say this is my wedding gift for you, deal?
-But…
-No, no, Bella, seriously- She said putting her finger on my mouth
-Okay- I mouthed, giving up.
We said goodbye, then headed to, according to Alice, shoes. Damn I hate shopping, but this is for my wedding, for the beginning of the rest of my life, the rest of my existence. It was all worth it.
We got into Christian Louboutin, yes, this time I did my homework, and then Alice was dancing around me
-What's your favorite color, Bella? I can't see you wearing any color of shoes- She said, her voice trembling
-That is because –I said, trying to calm her down- I don't have a favorite color- I smiled- But for my wedding I feel like- I paused for a second, thinking- golden.
-Wow that was the color I was thinking of right now- She squealed, bouncing.
-Okay, so I guess I'll take a look aro…
-These are the ones!- Alice rushed to where pair of golden stilettos was.
-Aren't those a little bit to… high, Alice? You know how klutzy I am, I could trip-
-Oh, definitely not my dear sister-to-be! They are more than perfect, trust me, really, they are.
-Are you…? Oh, what the heck, I trust you.
-You always do- She smiled her charming, dazzling smile. Stupid vampires- Go on! Try them on! Now!
After Alice had trapped me on the shoes, she helped me standing up, and I thought this would be harder? Ha! I took a step forward then… B A N G!
-Dammit!-I muttered, obviously, blushing. Even though I knew Alice was already by my side.
-I'm so sorry, Bella, I didn't see it coming! Sorry, sorry, sorry!
-Oh, never mind Alice, it's not your fault that I was born like this -I sighed while she helped me on my feet again. I examined the shoes carefully, not for very long, and I knew they were the ones for me, and Edward too. I grinned
-Okay then. Time to pay! –Alice said, putting the shoebox on the counter
-It's $2.670 dollar, miss
-Oh, okay- She said, handing the card to her, for the second time in one day, wow
-There you go and… have a wonderful day ladies!
-You too! - We shouted back from the door
-Oh well, well… so, what are you up to? Hungry?
I heard my stomach growl- Well… now that I think about it… yes I am!
-Where do you want to go, lovely human?
-I don't know… maybe… oh whatever! Taco Bell is more than fine.
We got there around 5 PM. I ordered my three tacos, then sat on the table and started on them, now I was starving.
-So, did you like everything we bought this morning?
-I loved it Alice, you are such a genius.
-I know- she winked at me- okay, that was the hard part of today's schedule.
-The heavy… part? What do you mean Alice? I thought we were done for today!
-Are you serious Bella? That's just for the wedding. What about the going-away dress, and the rest of your wardrobe for the honeymoon? You won't be wearing jeans in… Well, wherever Edward is taking you- She mumbled
-Okay then but, can we do something different from shopping clothes for a while?
-Oh do you want to go to the hotel so you can…
-Yes please! - I nearly shouted
- Okay, you haven't taken a shower since forever!
-Do I smell bad? - I blushed
-Oh no, definitely not, but you can't walk on NYC'S streets like that, can you?
-Well… no, but besides that, I'm tired.
-Okay then- She huffed- You'll get some sleep
-Yay! Alice, thank you! You're the best! – I hugged her
-I know- She was quiet for a second- Answer!- She snapped, handing me my phone- Damn he is annoying! UGH!
A second later, the phone rang; I barely saw the number and hurried to answer
-Hello? - I said with a smile on my face
-Hello my love, how are you?
-I'm… good, I think- Alice looked at me in disbelief. I smiled back.
-Are you still able to speak after the torture? Wow, you're brave- He chuckled
-Very funny! - Said Alice, crossing her arms on her chest
-Yeah- I answered both- How are you, Edward?
-Missing you- He mumbled. Now, that broke my heart
-Oh I miss you too, love. More than you could ever imagine
-When are you two coming back? - He said, while Alice mouthed 'two days'. I rolled my eyes.
-Alice says two days
-Oh well… that changes things- He sounded… relieved?
-Why is that?
-I'm going hunting with Carlisle, Rosalie and Esme tomorrow, in order to waste time as much as I can so I don't think too much of reading Alice's mind to go and kidnap you, wherever you are.
-Oh please do- I chuckled.
And then in a flash the phone vanished from my hands, I looked at Alice, the big phone on her tiny hands
-Edward, she is in the best mood so far, if you are trying to make her annoying, then I'm going to have to talk a few things with you when we get back to Forks, do you understand?- She smiled and handed me the phone.
-Sorry love- Said Edward trying to hide his laughter- Please, and when I say please means that I'm begging, enjoy being with Alice- She smiled- And I'll see you in two days, I can't wait.
-Already miss you!
-So do I… And I love you, Isabella.
-And I love you, Edward- I mumbled, then hung up.
We went to the Fifth Avenue, and watched the Times Square until it was late in the night, and took a lot of pictures, I had never been in New York before, but I absolutely loved it.
After that, we headed to the hotel… I mean THE hotel; Ritz Carlton is a lot fancier than its name makes it look like. We arrived around 10:30 PM
-Is it ok that I didn't rent a room for me?
-I'm more than relieved you didn't. I wouldn't like to live in this huge mansion all by myself.
I put my new blue satin pajamas –A last minute purchase- and sat on the fluffy bed, and gestured Alice to sit in front of me.
-First get some sleep, Bella, tomorrow when you wake up, we'll do whatever you want, besides I think I'll go hunting while you sleep- She winked.
- Okay- I didn't feel like arguing, I was more than tired. I plopped down, pulling the covers till my neck.
-Night, sweetie, I'll be back soon
-Bye Alice, have fun- I said closing my eyes.
Jacob was there, on the cliff, his old smile I loved so much flashed on his face. He was holding my hand, and was looking at the cliff. I was just there, staring at him. I was speechless for some reason. Then he turned his head to look at me.
-I love you, Bella, forever I will. Remember that.
-I love you too, Jake. You will always be my best friend, my own personal sunshine…-My voice broke
-I will never forget that, Bella. Don't cry- He wiped the tears off with his thumb- There is no need to. I will always be with you, because… I don't know how to explain, but a lot of things, good things, are going to happen in a while, you don't have to worry about us, about our friendship, there is this bond that will keep us together… forever.
-Forever?
-I promise. Trust me
-I believe in you, Jacob. I love you.
-So do I
He kissed the top of my head, dropped my hand and threw himself off the cliff, and never came back.
I screamed from the top of my lungs, for hours that seemed like days, waiting for him to come back to me.
But he didn't.
Edward hugged me tighter. He hadn't left me since we came back from Italy.
-Edward, what is he talking about? What is this entire 'bond' thing about?
-I can't tell you, Bella. You will know when the right time has arrived- He smiled, but his eyes were hard.
-But Edward! - I pouted.
-Do whatever you want, I still won't tell you, love.
-Dammit. Is it good or bad?
-It's good for you. It will make you happy.
-And you? Is it good for you? Will it make you happy?
-If you are happy, so am I. I love you.
-I love you too. Forever
He kissed me
-Now wake up, love. It's time for you to go back.
-Okay. Edward?
-Yes, my love?
-Wait for me. I'll be joining you soon, I'll marry you and I'll be with you forever. I'll be yours forever.
-And I can't wait for that day to come, brushed a hand on my cheek and disappeared.
I opened my eyes.