Disclaimer: The beautiful Brit we love (well, some) turned Edward Cullen to flesh and bone in the Twilight Saga and for that I am grateful! But it's not mine. It belongs to Steph. *tear*
Ugh, but I do have/own braces on my bottom teeth! Damn wires!
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A/N: Yay, Stay has passed the 280 mark! But you know what would be fan-friggin-tastic? If it got 295 or 300. That would be a wonderful X-mas present! I know most readers hate it when the authors hold their chapters for ransom until they get a certain amount of reviews but I won't. If Stay doesn't get that many, I'll still post it because you love it! So review! If you want. Anyway, Baby Cullen is already pictured in my mind, hair and eyes and all. Yay for the proud parents-to-be!
Meet you at the bottom, lovelies!
Re-edited 1-12-11
Previously:
I wiped the salt water away with my thumb, took her hands and kissed her forehead, "Sweetheart, what's wrong?"
"I'm...Edward, you're gonna be a daddy. We're having a baby."
A baby?
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You lift my feet off the ground
You spin me around
You make me crazier, crazier
Feels like I'm falling and I am lost in your eyes
You make me crazier, crazier, crazier
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BPOV
I stood, tears falling down my face, waiting with baited breath for him to say something. Anything was better than the silent, wide eyed look he was sporting at the moment. This was a big deal. A huge deal. I wanted him to say something and yet I was terrified of what he would say.
Will he be happy? Angry? Will he tell me he couldn't do it? Would he want a baby at 24? So early in his life? I'm only 22 and I want this baby. Shut up, Bella, Edward's still not saying anything.
I focused back to Edward, who was still silent, and took his hand. "Edward, please say something. Please?"
Nothing.
"Please, say something. This silence is killing me." I was damn near pleading with him. What if he didn't want me? Rosalie marched up to him and slapped him across the face.
"Edward Anthony Goddamn Cullen, snap the fuck out of it and use your words!"
"Shit, Rose, that hurt!" Edward yelped, rubbing the welt on his face, annoyance in his eyes.
"Then speak, you idiot. Bella's over here thinking the worst!" She was right, I was thinking the worst. It was what I always did. Edward's eyes shot to mine and his features softened and an enormous grin formed on his face. He picked me up and twirled me around, laughing yet crying and put me down.
"We're gonna have a baby?" A tear fell from his eye. "I'm gonna be a father?"
I nodded, "Are you ready for that?"
"Oh, my God, baby! I'm gonna be a father!" Edward shouted then grabbed my face and gave me a quick, hard, surprisingly dizzying kiss then took off through the court room doors. I recovered and jogged after him, reaching him just in time to hear him holler at the people of Seattle from the outside steps.
"I'M HAVING A BABY!"
Some stopped and looked at him, some kept moving. I touched his arm and whispered to him, "Babe, I'm having a baby, not you."
"Oh, shit. Sorry. SHE'S HAVING MY BABY!" He corrected loudly, pointing at me.
"Congrats!"
"Shut up!"
"I've got my own problems!"
"Good for you!" We heard some passersby call out. I giggled and pulled my jubilant guy back through the courthouse doors and twisting his body around so he would face me.
"Hun, the inhabitants of Seattle don't know you, I'm certain they don't care."
Edward got down on his knees-in the middle of the courthouse, might I add-wrapped his arms around my lower back and pressed his face into my tummy, nuzzled it and then whispered, "Hi, my little one. I can't wait to meet you. I already love you and I am going to be the best daddy you'll ever have."
"Oh, Edward," I pulled on his arms, forcing him to stand and cupped his face, "You are the sweetest man. I love you!"
"I love you, too, Bell," he whispered and then touched my belly again, "And you, Baby C."
"Uh, guys?" Alice interjected. "Now that Tanya is gone and all and you've blown you're little happy bubble, I'm gonna have to pop it. We've got an engagement party to attend."
"Christ, we do! Sorry, Al."
"Oh, geez, Bells, it's fine. And I'm so happy for you guys! I get to be an aunt to two babies now!" She hugged me as tight as her little arms could, which was quite tight.
"Okay, ladies and gents," Esme called, clasping her hands together, "we all need to get back and change into our party clothes. Bella and Edward, you go with Alice and Jasper. Emmett and Rosalie, you two come with me. Rose, I need you to fix my hair. Will that be okay?"
"Yes, Esme," Rose smiled.
"Thank you, dear. Edward and Emmett, I am so thrilled you are giving Carlisle and I a few grandbabies and hopefully Ali will give me one, too." Esme hugged me and then Rose, whispering how happy she was to me. "We have three hours people, let's go! Chop chop."
"I love it when you take control, darling," Carlisle smirked. Esme smiled and kissed him, causing their children to grimace.
"EW, YOU GUYS!" They cried in unison.
"Come on, babe," I grabbed Edward's arm as he ran a hand through his hair and pulled him back out the door.
"Does this mean that your hormones will be outta whack and you'll be really weepy and bitchy sometimes but other times, you'll be horny as fuck?"
"Yes," I poked his side and giggled, "that's what it means. I'm sure you're happy about the abundance of sex I'll want but we still need to set an appointment for the OBGYN."
He wiggled his brows at me. "I should knock you up more often. Ouch, by the way. I'll set up an appointment with Ali's gyno as well. Is that alright? She does have a gyno, doesn't she?"
"I imagine," I shrugged and we got in his Mercedes. "And if she doesn't, we'll find one."
"I can't wait to meet our baby, Bella," he laced our fingers over the console and kissed me.
"Me neither."
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"Mary Alice Whitlock, don't you look hot!" Jasper praised his wife, giving her a couple once overs. Ali looked cute in pink. She was wearing a short pink designer dress with spaghetti straps, light pink, four inch platform pumps, a silver bow ring, crystal drop earrings, some mascara, bright pink lipstick, and a crystal head band in her short black locks. She tucked her-also pink-clutch under her arm and hugged her husband then kissed him.
"Don't worry, it's anything-proof. And thank you, Mr. Whitlock. You're looking sexy yourself." Jasper was wearing a white button-down, gray pants, and brown leather loafers. His hair was it's usual blond and curly, tangled mop, but never dirty. They both looked perfect.
"Wow," I heard from behind me. I turned as Edward walked toward me, oozing sex appeal in his gray button-down, black pleated dress pants, his Fendi leather belt and black leather shoes. His hair was damp but it looked just fine. It would be everywhere later tonight from all the pulling and however many times his hands would run through it.
"Hi," I smiled, "you look very handsome."
"I look like a hobo compared to you. God, you look so damn beautiful!"
I blushed and looked down at my outfit. I was wearing a cobalt blue, flowy evening dress that stopped above my knees, embellished with ivory and metal-the saleswoman told me-designed under the bust and on the straps and it felt like silk against my skin, it was also very comfy. I had shaved my legs, under arms and applied moisturizing freesia scented lotion to every part of my body and sprayed a little body mist on my wrists and throat.
Ali twisted my hair into a classy, yet messy bun at the back of my head and left a few short strands loose and swept my bangs to the side, brushed some mascara on my lashes, some anything-proof red lipstick, gave me a smoky eye and sprayed a little glitter hairspray in my hair. I completed my look with crystal dangle earrings, a square crystal pendant necklace, some silver glittery peep toe stilettos and a Swarovski crystal cylinder clutch with a chain strap.
"Thank you. Ali did my hair." I walked toward him and wrapped my arms around his waist.
"Mmmmm," he groaned, "Alice how did you make her smell so good?" I blushed harder and hid my face in his chest at the endless compliments he was giving me.
"I didn't do it, Eddie. She lotioned her entire body and sprayed her throat and wrists. All I did was her hair and makeup. Do you like her lipstick? She's never worn red before."
He lifted my face and looked at Alice's makeup job and nearly moaned, "Red, Bella? God, we need to get out of here before I do something happens Ali and Jazz don't wanna see. Look at your eyes, baby!"
"They're popping, right?" Alice squealed.
"Popping?"
"Oh, my dear brother," she tsked, "popping as in the whole outfit brings out her eyes."
"Ahhh," he replied and smiled at me, "popping. Well, you look stunning, my love."
"Edward, man, I think you're making her wet."
"Jasper!" Ali gasped and hit him, "shut up. I don't want to hear that! He's my brother." I hid my face again but further so no one could see my face and how red it was. I pulled back, remembering that my makeup might get on his shirt and gazed up at him. He cupped my cheek, leaned forward and kissed me slowly. Jasper cleared his throat, bringing us out of our daze.
"Let's go people."
"'K," I walked to the coat closet, grabbed my black, tweed coat, scarf and gloves, gave Edward his coat and placed my arm in the crook of his and we left, right behind Alice and Jasper. "Let's party, baby."
"I love you," Edward snorted.
"I love you, too."
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"Bells, how do I look?" My dad asked me as we walked into the party hall. He looked really nice; nice un-scuffed shoes, a dark blue button down, black dress pants and his hair looked styled. Sue was next to him wearing a purple cocktail dress with gray Mary Jane heels and her hair was down, curled in loose ringlets. Edward had went inside before me while I waited for my dad.
"You look good, dad. You as well, Sue. I'm sorry Leah couldn't come."
"Thank you Bella. You look lovely, too. Leah's working tonight with Jacob. They'll be at Christmas, though. And your wedding."
"I hope. I want her to be a bridesmaid. Dad, have you seen mom yet?" I asked him as we walked into the area where the party was located.
"She should be here, Bells."
"BELLY!" I whipped around at the booming voice as Emmett grabbed me in a crushing hug.
"Em...can't...oxygen...down."
"Sorry, little one."
"It's fine," I said after my breathing returned, "you look spiffy." Emmett was wearing a black button-down, dark grayish-green pants and black leather loafers."
"Thanks! You're lookin' pretty hot yourself."
"Emmett, are you hitting on your future sister-in-law?" Carlisle asked as he walked towards us. He was wearing a light blue button-down, khakis, and tan leather loafers. There was something about button downs tonight; all the guys were wearing them.
"Hey, have you met my dad's girlfriend Sue Clearwater?" I asked them. Em waved and shook her hand.
"No, I haven't. Charlie, hello." Carlisle shook his hand then took Sue's, "You must be Leah's mother."
"Yes. You're the groom's father?"
"That I am. Have you met him before?"
"I would like to. Bella's like a daughter to me and it would be great to meet her fiancé."
Carlisle nodded and called out to Esme, "Darling, where is our son?"
"He's in the back. He should be out in a few minutes. Hello," she held her hand out to Sue, "I'm Esme Cullen. You must be Sue. Charlie talked nonstop about you at Thanksgiving." Esme looked breathtaking. She was wearing a green silk, draped plunging neck dress, gold glitter pumps, an emerald and diamond necklace, earrings, ring, and a bracelet, and a gold mesh clutch. Her hair was in it's perfect pinned up coif and she looked great.
"Es," my father blushed, "d'you have to broadcast that?"
"It's cute, Charlie."
"You talked about me?" Sue asked him.
"A lot," Esme answered.
"You're so sweet," Sue kissed his cheek, making him blush harder.
"Oh, my little Bella Marie!" I heard a squeal. I turned and saw my mom running at me. I smiled and threw my arms around her, feeling tears sting my eyes. Yes, my mom was flighty but I loved her and could not wait for her to meet Edward. She squeezed me, rocking us from side to side as her sniffles filled my ears.
"Hi, Mommy," I whispered so only she could hear.
"Oh, my baby. I missed you so much."
I wiped the tears from her eyes and kissed her cheek, "I missed you, too."
"You're getting married!"
"I'm getting married!" I held her away from me to look at her outfit. She on a long sleeved, scoop-necked black party dress that reached passed her knees. Her hair was longer, pinned back at the sides with little studs in her ears. "You look so pretty."
"Me? Baby girl, you look amazing! You're glowing like a pregnant lady!" I blushed and looked down, not wanting to reply to that because I am pregnant. But I'd tell them later.
"Bell, baby, where are you?" Edward's velvet voice called from somewhere in the crowd. I didn't realize how many people were attending.
"Right here, I'm right here," I stuck my hands in the air, jumping so he could see me. I saw a flash of his crazy hair, "Edward!"
He shouldered his way through the remaining people and wrapped his arms around me, "Hi, sweetheart. Whatcha doing?"
"Talking to my mom."
"Oh, sorry." He stuck his hand out, "Hello, I'm Edward. It's nice to meet you Mrs. Dwyer." My mom didn't do anything, she just stood there with her mouth gaping open, eyes wide, eyebrows nearly reaching her hairline.
"Mom? Are you alright?"
She came out of her daze, closed her mouth then gave Edward a smile, "Hello, Edward. My, aren't you a handsome man." She then glanced at me and mouth 'hot'. I giggled and agreed with her and laced Edward's fingers with mine.
"Thank you, Mrs. Dwyer. I can see where Bella gets her looks from."
"Oh, please call me Renee."
"Renee," he corrected himself.
"Baby girl, you've got the whole package right here. Is he good to you?"
"I love your daughter, Mrs. Dwy-Renee, she's the love of my life. We've been through a lot lately and I'm just lucky that she agreed to be my wife."
"Oh, I like you, mister!" My mom tapped him arm. "You've got a way with your words. What is it that you do for a living?"
"I'm a lawyer."
"That's wonderful!"
"Okay, mom," I put my hand on her shoulder, "why don't you go get some punch and then we'll talk more. I have something to tell you and Daddy."
"Oooohhhh, I'm excited now! I'll talk to you in a bit." She practically ran to the punch table.
"I like your mom," Edward chuckled, "real bubbly. Kinda reminds me of Ali."
"Uh-huh. Come on, E, let's go meet Charlie's girlfriend."
"Sue's here?"
"Yeah, babe, she is," I pulled on his hand as we shouldered through the mass and found them, Rosalie now standing next to Em wearing a dark grey, shimmering one shoulder asymmetrical dress, black lace pumps, a black lace clutch, black enamel heart drop earrings, a heart ring, and a black crystal heart necklace with her hair flat ironed straight and falling down her back. She was glowing and looked really happy.
"Hey, girlie!"
"Hi, Rose. You look gorgeous as always."
"You too, honey."
I blushed at her compliment and leaned back against Edward's chest. He bent hi head and pressed a soft kiss to my shoulder.
"Bella, you've got one handsome fiancé," Sue practically squealed.
"Hi," Edward reached past my shoulder to shake Sue's hand, "I'm Edward."
"Sue Clearwater. Tell me what you do, Edward."
"He's a lawyer," I answered. "He works for his uncle's firm here in Seattle."
"Impressive. Oh, may I see your ring?"
"Sure." I stuck my left hand out, wiggling my fingers.
"Oh, it's gorgeous. How much did it cost?"
"A little over sixty-three hundred. There's one-hundred and seventeen diamonds with a white gold band," Edward said proudly. "I saw one for ten-hundred but she would have probably freaked and it was a little gaudy and this one seemed like her so I bought it and asked her two hours later."
"Oh, you're so adorable!" Sue cooed, "I hope Charlie-if he ever asks me-will do that." I glanced at my dad and caught him blushing. I giggled and squeezed my dad's hand.
"So that's where you got your blush from, baby," Edward chuckled.
"Yeah, it's from my old man."
"Haha, Bells," Charlie snorted.
"It's alright, dad. Okay everyone!" I called out to get attention, "Edward and I have some news. Mom and Dad, Esme and Carlisle already know because they were standing right there when I told Edward. So I just recently found out, like just today, that I am expecting a...a baby. I'm pregnant."
"Oh, my God!" My parents and Sue cried in unison.
"My baby's having a baby!" My mom ran at me for the second time and started bawling as she rocked me in her arms, "I'm gonna be a grandma! Charlie, we're gonna be grandparents!"
"How far along are you?" Sue asked as she wiped tears from her eyes.
"I still have to find that out. My appointment is set for after Christmas."
"I'm gonna be a grandpa," my dad said in awe then pulled me out of my mother's embrace and crushed me to him. "Thank you, baby girl."
"I didn't do it on my own, guys. E helped me." So the next five minutes were filled with congratulatory praises and hugs and tears. Rose and Emmett were also praised for their coming child and Ali just bounced around making sure everyone was having a good time. She planned it all. It was good to be surrounded by my family and friends, I felt loved and warm on such a cold night. Edward stood by my side the whole time, laughing with others and pressing kisses anywhere he could every once in a while.
"Alright, people, listen up," Emmett hollered. "It's time for the people of the night to dance. Bella-bean, Eddie, Ali and I picked out this song so we hope you like it." Alice pushed the play button and the slow soft tempo of the song flowed around the room.
"Come on, angel," Edward muttered and pulled me out on the dance floor. I threw my arms around his neck and we swayed back and forth, moving around every few moments.
"I like this song. I've never gone with the wind, just let it flow, just let it take me where it wants to go. Till you opened the door, there's so much more, I've never seen it before..."
"I love it when you sing. You rarely do it."
"Thank you. You lift my feet off the ground, you spin me around, you make me crazier, crazier. Feels like I'm falling and I am lost in your eyes..."
"You make me crazier, crazier, crazier," Edward finished and kissed me softly. "You make me crazy, Bella. And I never want that to change. I love you, my beautiful girl."
"I love you, too, Edward. I always will."
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A/N: Everyone say AWWWWW! Give me your worst! No, not really. :)
Song was Crazier by Taylor Swift. I'm sorry if some don't like her. It fit in with the part when E&B danced.
B&E's getup- http : / / www . polyvore . com / ll1 / set ? id = 25093087 (Remove spaces. You know what to do)
Bella's hairdo- http : / / www . bay area bags . com / wp - content / uploads / 2009 / 10 / messy bun 1 . jpg
A, R,& Es's getup- http : / / www . polyvore . com / party / set ? id = 25209926
Em, J, & C's getup- http : / / www . polyvore . com / cgi / set ? id = 25229936
IDK when the next update will be. Could be before 2011, could be in 2011. I'm going home to Iowa for the holidays so until next time!
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