Hey everyone, my last chapter was a staggering 7,912 words which I have learnt is a lot for one chapter. I hope that this one doesn't go that long, although I love it when other writers write long chapters. This one is the reception, I hope you all like it a bit of drama in this one but I think the dynamic is what you have all been looking for. I have the honeymoon chapter planned out in my head. I might write it tonight with this one or maybe tomorrow morning. I don't know when I will update again but it will be soon. Am really into the Tennis at the moment watching the Australian Open. So here goes, let me know what you think in reviews and PM's. Dannielle xx

[DISCLAIMER/COPYRIGHT: I do not own any of the existing characters or storylines in Home and Away but any characters, storylines or ideas used in this story are strictly copyrighted and are not to be used by any other person/s without written permission of the author of this story. Thank-you.]

CHARLIE POV

I am Mrs Braxton. I thought to myself as I looked out the window of the limo. Brax leaned over and kissed my neck "mmm" I moaned. I turned to face him taking his face in my hands I peppered his face with butterfly kisses. "I love you so much, you know that right?" I said looking into his eyes "I know and I love you too" he replied kissing me passionately. He placed his right hand on my stomach "and you're right, I will love this little girl with everything I can muster" he said leaning down to kiss our baby girl. We were on our way to the reception but first we were taking a detour to the beach and then to Stuart's point to take photos. As the limo pulled up the beach the chauffeur stepped out of the car and opened my door. I spun around and took his extended hand and stepped into the light. I saw the other limo with the bridal party pull up behind us as Brax slipped his hand in mine.

After twenty minutes of taking photos on the beach we were back in the limo heading to Stuart's Point. I knew the photos that we took there would turn out amazing as it was getting later and the lowering sun would make the photos look great. We pulled up and stepped out as we took photos together. I took first few with all five of my bridesmaids then a few with my new husband. Then Brax and I stood back as the bridal party took theirs. The first photo was all of them in there pairs together. I looked at Ruby, my little girl all grown up and looking amazing. Then I looked to Bella my new sister who looked just as stunning as Ruby, she had so much natural beauty it was insane, she had clearly gotten all the good Braxton genes. I just hope our daughter gets them as well.

Soon enough we had taken all the photos and it was not time to go to the reception where there would be more photos. We stepped out of the limo and onto the red velvet carpet that was laid out on the grass that lead up to the clean white marquee. We decided to have it outside in a marquee because there wasn't enough room at Angelo's. As the girls and guys all arrived and lined up they walked through the marquee entrance first as we heard our introduction from Alf "and now please welcome for the first time Mr and Mrs Braxton" we walked through as all our guests cheered and applauded.

We took our seats at the long table at the front of the room, it was covered with a crisp white table cloth and lined with silver pillar candles on clear glass candlesticks spaced evenly down the table. The centre pieces on each table were similar to the bouquets with purple and white roses, jasmine flowers and large white peonies. They were arranged in a vase which was surrounded by small glass tea light holders containing lit tea lights. Each place card was made from creamy pearl card with curly cursive black writing and a thin purple ribbon across the top with a folded bow on the right side of the ribbon.

The china plates laid out in front of us were crisp white with creamy pearl shimmery swirls across them. In the centre was a knife, fork and spoon wrapped in an ivory pearl linen napkin with a silver napkin ring holding it in place.

I looked around at the marquee the dance floor was directly in front of us and the band was to the left on the side. The tables began behind the dance floor and continued to the back. On the right of the first set of tables was the buffet/drinks bar. On the same side closer to the bridal party table was the 5 tiered cake. A single silver chandelier hung from the centre which had been supplied by the marquee company. Flower arrangements decorated the marquee and the present table which was already piled high with presents.

"It is time for the newlyweds first dance" Alf said into the microphone. Brax extended his hand to help me out of my seat as he led me down from the elevate stage and onto the dance floor. I wrapped my arms around his neck and his slid to my lower back, we danced slowly around the room to Something Special by Colbie Callat. Soon enough many of our guests had joined us, I looked over to see that Ruby was dancing with Casey and Bianca with Heath. I watched as Bella walked onto the dance floor with her cousin Toby and they began to dance. I saw Brax watching them "don't worry honey, she is a big girl" I said as he looked at me and smiled "you're right Mrs Braxton" he said as he kissed me gently.

HEATH POV

I was dancing with Bianca when I noticed Bella and Toby walking over the dance floor. I watched as his hands immediately went to the lower part of her back close to her butt, I smiled to myself as she moved them up the small of her back 'I taught her well' I thought as I continued to dance with Bianca. After a while we went back to our seats, I watched as Bella mingled with the guests smiling politely and making small talk. A tall man with dark brown hair approached her and began to talk to her, I noticed that he was standing awfully close to her. I continued to watch as Bella began increasingly uncomfortable, as she tried to leave the man grabbed her elbow. She caught sight of me and I looked at her before tilting my head and nodding towards the man she knew what I was asking and raised her hand making an X over her heart our sign for 'help me'. I stood up and made my way over to them. I put my hand on his shoulder and spun him around 'everything alright here?" I asked firmly the man looked me up and down 'yeah, this lovely young lady and I were just having a little chat weren't we" he said looking at a visibly nervous Bella "Belle, go and sit down" I said calmly she nodded and walked over to the table "Now you listen to me mate, you ever lay a hand on my sister ever again and it will be the last thing you ever do" I said sternly before releasing him and returning to our table.

BELLA POV

After my encounter with the creepy man I returned to our table and took a sip of lemonade. "aunty Bella" Darcy said tugging on my arm "yeah honey" I said turning to face her "can you take me to the toilets?" she asked "yeah of course honey" I said as I put my glass down and took hold of her hand. We walked over to Heath "I'm just taking Darcy to the toilets okay" I said he looked at me "are you sure, I'll come with you" he said looking concerned "Heath, we will be fine it's only 100m away" I said. He just nodded as we walked towards the exit. I waited outside the toilet block as Darcy went in. It was dark and cold out and a little bit creepy. I kept getting this shiver up my spine that someone was watching me. When suddenly a large hand clamped down over my mouth and I was pushed up against the wall, hard. I gasped as the air was sucked out of me, I opened my eyes to see the man that had been talking to me before staring at me with fierce eyes.

"I don't appreciate being made out to be the bad guy you know" he said pushing me harder into the brick wall. I did the first thing that came to mind, I bit his hand as hard as I could and he released me staggering backwards clutching his hand "DARCY, GO GET HELP QUICK!" I yelled loudly knowing she would be able to hear me. I saw a flash of purple as she ran towards the marquee. "Your going to pay for that bitch" the man said as he slapped me hard across the face, I fell towards the ground but he grabbed my arm digging his nails into my skin he lifted my dress up so that it was at the top of my thighs. "mmm, an athletic one, I'm gonna have some fun with you" he said a sick smile spread across his face. My breathing was ragged and I could feel an anxiety attack coming on when he pressed his cold lips down onto mine. I kept them closed as tight as I could but he somehow managed to slide his tongue in, I could smell the alcohol. I moved my head trying to pull away but he gripped my chin with his other hand and pushed me back into the wall. I raised my knee but he was expecting that and grabbed my leg shoving me to the ground and slamming his foot into my side. I cried out at the pain as he grabbed my arm yanking up before slamming me into the concrete wall.

"Now, try that again and it's going to hurt a lot more" I was crying now tears streaming down my face when suddenly I heard footsteps running across the grass but apparently the man didn't as he began to undo his belt buckle. All of a sudden I saw Brax lunge at the man and tackle him to the ground, he began to punch him and Heath who was not far behind joined in. I slid down to the floor crying and gasping for air as I saw Casey try to tear Brax and Heath off of the now unconscious man. Charlie came running over to me and kneeled down in front of me, she brushed the hair out of my face and placed her hand on my shoulder. Ruby sat down beside me and wrapped her arm around me rubbing my arm lightly to warm me up. "Honey, are you okay?" Charlie asked "Just breathe, remember what Sid said in and out calming breaths. Sid is coming he is just getting his bag from his car okay honey, help is coming" she said softly as my breathing continued to get more and more out of control. Suddenly Brax had his arm under my legs and was lifting me into the air and carrying me to the nearest bench. He placed me onto it and Casey immediately wrapped his coat around me.

Toby, Matt, Uncle Ryan and mum had now joined us and were shooting questions at Brax and Heath. Sid came over and knelt down in front of me "Okay Bella it me Dr Walker" Sid said I could barely hear him I was in so much shock "Bella can you hear me?" Sid asked shining a bright light in my eyes. Everyone had grown silent now and they were all looking at me and Sid. "Sid, what's wrong is she okay?" Brax asked concern evident in his voice. "I don't know yet, she is having a severe panic attack and is obviously experiencing shock." Sid said "Bella, I need you to take a few deep breaths in and out for me okay, you don't have to answer my just take deep breaths." I followed his instructions taking in a deep breath and letting it out slowly. I could feel my heart rate begin to lower and my breathing return to normal.

After another five minutes my panic attack had vanished and Sid and said that I would need to come into the hospital tomorrow for a check-up but other than that I had sustained no other injuries that he could help with, he recommended a counsellor again but I refused. I watched as the police handcuffed the man I only knew as "Clint" and lead him to the car.

I finished answering their questions and returned to my worried brothers who instantly pulled me into one large hug. I laughed when they released me each of the giving me a separate hug before Brax looked at me "We should get you home" he said. I looked at him as if he was crazy "are you kidding me, your reception isn't nearly over yet, they haven't even served dinner" I said "Bella, some guy just tried to rape you, what makes you think I am going to let you stay here" he said looking at me firmly "Yeah and that guys is now in police custody, I on the other hand am fine although a little hungry and if you think for one second that I am going to let some perverted old geezer ruin my big brother's wedding reception then you have got the wrong Bella Braxton. Besides there is no way that I am missing out on that cake, I have been looking forward to it since you told me about it" I said looking at him with as much fire as I could muster. I looked from Brax to Heath and then to Charlie as they all exchanged worried glances "you're not going to listen to me either way are you?" Brax said looking down at me "Nope." I said as Toby let out a laugh "well, then you can stay but you or any of you girls" he said pointing at me then to Charlie, Ruby, Leah, Bianca and Darcy "are to leave that marquee unless you have one of us on your arm with you for every second… do you understand?" Brax said firmly. I stood to attention and raised my right hand to the side of my head "yes sir!" I commanded and the others laughed nodding at Brax.

We all walked inside just as dinner was being served. Nobody seemed to notice that the entire bridal party had been missing for the last forty five minutes. We all took our seats and began to eat. Heath who was sitting next to reached over and placed his hand on mine looking at me with eyes that said 'are you okay?' I just gave his hand a light squeeze and brushed my finger against my nose. He smiled as we began to eat our food.

An hour later, and I was dancing with Heath. "Are you sure you're okay?" he said looking at me seriously "Heath for the hundredth time I am fine" I said laughing. He smiled as he spun me around. We looked over at Charlie and Brax dancing together in their own little world "it's so sweet, they are so in love" I said looking at them "yeah, I'm glad he's happy" Heath said "Look can I tell you something?" Heath said looking at me nervously "Yeah sure, what is it?" I asked growing slightly concerned "well you can't tell anyone, but Bianca is pregnant" he said "I know" I said giggling at the expression on his face "how, she only told me tonight" he said "I found her pregnancy test in the bin this morning, I knew it wasn't Charlie's considering she is already pregnant and I know it's not Ruby's and Leah isn't with anyone which is kinda how you get a baby" I said looking at him "How did you know it wasn't Ruby's?" he said confused I sighed "Because… I know" I said emphasising the last bit. "Ohh.. ew" he said as I laughed before we returned to our table.

"It's now time for the speeches, first is best man Heath Braxton" Alf said. Everyone's attention turned to the table at the front. Heath stood up holding his beer "Evening everyone, I want to start off by saying congratulations to the happy couple. When I first found out about Charlie and Brax's relationship I wasn't the happiest person in the world. But when I realised the Charlie was the person Brax would do absolutely anything for, there was no way that I could object to them. The love that they share for one another is similar to the love that I share with my girlfriend Bianca, and knowing what that feels like I could not be the road block stopping these two from being together. Charlie has helped me when I have been confused, she has made my daughter feel welcome and most importantly of all she loves my brother like no-one has loved him before. I wish them and their baby daughter all the luck, health, happiness and love in the world. To Charlie and Brax" he finished raising his glass as everyone shouted "to Charlie and Brax!". Charlie stood up and hugged Heath and Brax shook his hand. He took his seat again as Alf picked up the mic "Next we have Maid of Honour Bianca Scott."

Bianca stood up holding her flute of sparkling water "First off I also want to say congratulations to Charlie and Brax. I could think of couple more perfect for each other than these two. When Brax first came into Charlie's life she wasn't exactly fond of him, but I could see the attraction between them when they were around each other. I know that Brax has a reputation as a 'bad boy' but when he is with Charlie he is just another man totally in love with his wife. These two bring out sides of each other that people don't rarely see, Charlie brings out Brax's softer side and can calm him when no one else can. And Brax brings out Charlie's fun side and is the one who can make her laugh and feel safe even in the most dangerous or scary times. I know that looking at these two today that they will be together forever and they will love their little girl with all the love in the world. So congratulations to my best friend, you are like my sister and to the man she loves. I wish you all the best." Bianca wiped a tear from her eye as Charlie stood and gave her a long hug.

Alf again took the mic "Next is Charlie's daughter and bridesmaid Ruby" he said passing the mic to her. "Hello, Charlie and I haven't had the most typical mother daughter relationship but we have managed to get through everything. She is the one who stands by me through everything and is the one person who never judges me no matter what I do. I have always liked Brax and thought that these two would make a cute couple, little did I know that they were already sneaking around. I was a little mad when I first found out but not because I didn't think they were good together but day I would be standing here. I could see the love they shared for one another even when they themselves hadn't realised it yet. And now I have a new dad, brothers and a sister and a new little baby sister on the way. I couldn't imagine my life without Charlie and I now I couldn't picture it without Brax either. I love you both so much and I wish you the best of luck. I love you both!" I looked to Charlie and saw that she had tears streaming down her face as she stood up and hugged her daughter and kissed her cheek, Brax gave her a hug as well before sitting down.

"and now it is time to hear from Isabella Braxton, Brax's sister" Alf said before handing me the mic. I took a deep breath "Hi, I have only known Charlie for a fortnight but I knew from the minute I met her that she would never hurt my brother. I have never really been fond of any of Brax's 'girlfriends' if you could call them that but Charlie is different all you need to do to see that is look at the way Brax looks at her. I am so glad that I get to call Charlie my sister and I don't think that there is anyone better for the job. Being the youngest and only girl my brothers have always felt that they need to protect my but I always thought that they were the ones who need protecting, not from fights or dangerous activites but from themselves because the girls that they chose to 'date' were never really interested in them but in who they were known as and I remember going to great lengths to chase them away before they had the chance to hurt either of my brothers. I can proudly say with 100% certainty that Charlie will never hurt my brother. I know that they will spend their lives together, raise their daughter and the other children that I am sure will come along with all the love in the world. I wish them all the love, health and happiness in the world for these to have a love for one another that you only believe happens in fairytales. To Charlie and Brax" I finished as I hugged my brother and his wife while the rest of the guests chanted "To Charlie and Brax!" .

It was now time to cut the cake that I had been looking forward to, as we made our way to the cake I stood beside Ruby and watched as Charlie wrapped her hand around the white pearl hand and Brax placed his hand over hers the cut a neat line in the 5 tier red velvet cake with white icing and ivory and purple roses with jasmine flowers and light pale pink peonies all made from sugar icing. I laughed as they had a mini food fight with the cake before they began to hand out large slices to their guests. I felt a hand on my arm and I spun around quickly to find a very tipsy Colleen looking at me with her make-up smudged face "youu looked um very ni-ce tod-afternoon" she said tilting slightly to the left. I grabbed her arm and steered her to the nearest chair where I was met by Marilyn "Oh deary me, has Colleen had a bit too much to drink?" she asked taking the next seat "uh I think so I am just going to call her a cab" I said as I fished out my mobile and calling for a taxi. I watched as Colleen drove off down the street in the taxi I had called and paid for before returning to the reception. It was time for Charlie to throw the bouquet, I stood away from the group as I was neither with anyone or interested in getting married anytime in the near future. I took a sip from my glass and placed it on the table and watched as Charlie flung the bouquet, I was focusing on the crowd of desperate women when suddenly I was hit in the chest with her bouquet, I blinked and flung my hands out instinctively the flowers landing in my arms, the crowd turned to me and I looked up completely dazed when I heard Heath and Brax yell simultaneously yell "LIKE HELL THAT'S GOING TO HAPPEN!" everyone laughed at my brothers protectiveness. I stood blinking while taking in the fact that I had actually caught the stupid bouquet!

CHARLIE POV
The reception wrapped up at about 1am and as we all made our way up the driveway, Bella still carrying her bouquet and Ruby carrying the one Bella had caught. I looked at my husband who was holding my hand and talking to Heath. I was glad that Bella had made us stay and enjoy the night, it was almost like nothing had happened. We all went our separate ways most of us going to bed. Although I knew that Brax and I weren't going to be getting to sleep for a while yet. We retired to our bedroom and enjoyed the rest of the night as a newly married couple….

There you go…. What did you think. I couldn't have a Summer Bay wedding without a bit of drama. Sorry it has taken me so long to update I had it all but written then took a break and it's been a week and I've finally finished. I haven't planned the next chapter except for the honeymoon. I have another secret of Bella's that will be revealed, it's nothing major but just another clue about her. I am looking forward to continuting this story and have plans right up until the birth. SO please review and if you have a question or a suggestion please don't hesitate to PM me and I will get back to you ASAP. SO review, review, review. And thank you to all of you who do review, I love reading them! I will try and update soon but I have been really interested in the Aust Open. Dannielle xx