The Twilight Twenty-Five

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Prompt: Prom

Pen Name: maxandmo

Pairing/Main Character(s):ExB

Rating: M

Multi-chapter

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I don't own Twilight. Extra special thanks to Twilly for encouraging me to write and Sarah for beta'ing! Luv ya's! (maxandmo on Twitter and Maxandmo Fanfiction on FB)

24. Prom

Carlisle raised the sensitive subject of Mike with Bella. She was adamant that she didn't wish to press charges against him and just wanted to be rid of him forever. Edward stood silently next to her trying his best to be supportive and to let her make her own decisions. However, inside, he wished the fucker would rot in a jail cell.

Bella knew Edward wanted the bastard locked up, but she appreciated his silent support. No matter how big of an asshole Mike was to her, she still appreciated the care that Charlie was receiving because of the Newtons. She pulled the engagement ring, which had been a constant in her pocket, out and handed it to Carlisle.

Carlisle released Mike and immediately put him on a plane back to Seattle. Carlisle made it clear that he was not to have any contact with Bella, and if he heard differently, charges could and would be filed against him. He gave Mike the engagement ring back and wished him farewell. Well, more like 'good riddance'.

There wasn't much left for Carlisle to do, so he sat back and had a relaxing evening with his lady and the other two couples. Emmett and Rose were missed, but he was hopeful that their night was going as planned.

Bella and Edward took a moonlight stroll on the beach. They talked about their new relationship and both agreed to see one another once they were back home. In the short time they had been together, their feelings were stronger than anything they had ever imagined. It was exactly what they both deserved, yet something they had never thought possible.

Their sweet declarations led to skinny-dipping in the warm ocean water, and then the cliched sex on the beach. They were becoming insatiable.

…...

The next morning had Mrs. Cope downright giddy. Her X-Box battle with Mr. Banner left her satisfied. The invitations for the evening's event had been delivered, and the squeal she heard from Alice alerted her to the fact that they had indeed been received.

When Alice and Jasper arrived at the cafe for breakfast, she was bouncing off the walls. When Carlisle walked in, Alice ran and leapt her little self into his arms. "Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! How did you know I've always wanted to go to prom?"

"Just a hunch, my dear. Just a hunch."

Jasper met the eyes of Carlisle and grinned. After all, it was his wish of taking Alice to prom that had been granted.

Carlisle laughed when he heard Alice's loud gasp. Esme had just informed her of the girls shopping excursion. It was nice having a lady as his wingman...well, wing-woman. There were certain aspects of his everyday workings that were difficult to accomplish sometimes. If only...

Rose and Emmett appeared at breakfast looking well relaxed and way less tense. Emmett was beaming, and Rose was glowing. Carlisle clasped his hands together and shared a knowing look with Jake.

After breakfast, the women were driven to the department store that the island housed. Alice was beside herself. "Ohmygod. Oymygod," she chanted over and over. "It's fuckin' Volturi Brothers." That didn't mean anything to the rest of the group, but Alice insisted it was one of the finest stores in Italy.

The store was modern and sleek, and Bella loved the personal attention they were receiving from the salesgirls. Rose appreciated the fact that none of the garments had sizes printed in them, and Alice just loved it all.

"How am I going to pick out just one dress?" she ran her hands over the rack of formalwear.

"Just pretend you're one of those Kardashians and pick out a few," Rose deadpanned.

"Rose, you're a genius," Alice marveled.

"Bella knew the moment she saw 'the one'. It was a deep blue, simple but elegant. She wanted to look her best for Edward, and the thought of him in a tux lit her lady bits on fire. To think she had gone so long without sex and now it was all she could think about.

Once they had their dresses all picked out, Bella gravitated toward the swimsuit section. She marveled again at how her suit had saved her virtue from one man, while she voluntarily gave it to another hours later. It was time to move forward and ditch the 'leotard'.

"Alice, let's do this," she demanded.

Alice's face lit up, and Rose rolled her eyes. "Good luck with that, Bella."

Bella felt the most comfortable in a tankini she managed to sneak into the dressing room. Alice was picking out things that barely covered her coochie.

"Bella, you wanted sexy, hand over the granny suit, now!"

How did she know? Bella reluctantly threw it over the door and was nearly strangled by the one that was launched over, landing on her head.

"That's the one," Rose stated.

It was a simple white bikini with underwire cups and a plain bottom. It looked almost virginal, and Bella snickered to herself. She tried it on and couldn't help but smile. It pushed her tits up so that she had more cleavage than normal and showed off the tanned glow of her skin.

"Rose, it is the one!" She walked out of the dressing room, and her friends stood there speechless. "What? Oh god, it looks terrible, right? Okay, I'll keep trying," Bella said defeated.

"Oh dear, no! It's looks amazing! You look radiant," Esme gushed.

Rose and Alice nodded at her.

"Edward's going to freak when he sees that."

"You're lucky if he doesn't rip it right off of you," Alice quieted. "Um, sorry, bad choice of words." Of course her diarrhea of the mouth decided to come out at the wrong time.

"It's okay, really. Unlike Mike, I wouldn't mind if Edward ripped it off," Bella responded. It really was okay. Mike didn't succeed with his plan, and she refused to dwell on it.

…...

The guys spent the day shooting hoops. Everyone was amazed at how good Carlisle and Jake were; Emmett calling Carlisle lightning fast, and Jake could jump like he had springs in his shoes.

Emmett rehashed his 'fuck-awesome' night with them while Jasper kept saying over and over how he was thrilled to finally get the chance to take Alice to prom.

Edward was glad he and Bella had consummated their relationship. It would've been awfully ironic if she had lost her virginity on prom night. In a happy change of events, getting laid on prom night was now a given for Edward.

Their tuxes had been laid out for them and once they were ready, they were led to the grand ballroom. Carlisle had arranged for the girls to arrive separately after their hair and nails were done at the salon in the department store.

The grand ballroom had been decorated to the nines. Mrs. Cope was carful to make sure it looked like a prom rather than a wedding reception by adding a trellis of balloons and a photographer, along with spiked punch.

Esme was the first to exit the stretch limo that Mr. Banner had the pleasure of driving. It had been many years since her prom, and she was happy to share this one with Carlisle. She was dressed in a floor length, form fitting emerald green gown. Carlisle's throat tightened, as he had never seen something so delicious. He presented her with a corsage and held his arm out for her to take as he escorted her inside.

Rose was stunning in a scarlet, backless dress that was tight to her calves where it then flared to a wide ruffled train. She never gave prom a second thought because she had been dealing with too much at the time, but when she took a look at Emmett in his tux, she was floored. "You look fine," she stated.

"My lady," he said while offering her his arm.

Bella was next, and Edward stood waiting in anticipation. He audibly gasped when he saw her in the most beautiful deep blue off the shoulder dress. Her hair hung loosely in waves, and her light make-up enhanced her beauty. "Beautiful girl." It was Edward's truth; he had never seen such beauty in someone.

She made her way toward him, and he came to meet her as she stumbled a bit in her, obviously picked out by Alice, heels.

"Shit," she muttered.

Edward put the corsage around her dainty wrist and handed her a pair of ballet flats that Carlisle had a feeling he'd need.

She smiled and took his arm with a happy sigh.

Last but not least, it was Alice's time to shine. Jasper grinned from ear to ear when he saw her in the black satin dress with geometric cutouts that bared her sun-kissed skin.

"Alice Brandon, you are a sight to see." He curtsied.

"Oh, Jazzy! I'm so excited."

He fastened her corsage and let her lead him inside.

They could hear Carlisle's direction as they walked inside. "Smiles, everyone...smiles."

The photographer was busy at work making sure he captured the special moments.

The six couples were in awe of the cheesy, perfect high school decorations and laughed when Bella's face scrunched up at the taste of the punch.

Dinner was served, and Alice was taken with how spot on the DJ was in capturing music from her high school years. Just when she thought it couldn't get any better, the DJ played her and Jasper's song.

She led him to the dance floor, where much to everyone's surprise, they busted into an obviously choreographed dance.

The other couples gathered around them, and once their dance was over, found themselves all busting a move.

Carlisle took the stage and announced that after a unanimous vote, Alice and Jasper were crowned Prom King and Queen. He was startled when she rushed out of the room, and was worried he did something wrong, until she quickly returned wearing a different dress.

With relief, Carlisle placed the crown on her head and gave her the microphone. Alice couldn't say enough about how thankful she was. In fact, she really couldn't say enough...going on...and on...and on, until Rose yanked the microphone out of her hands and gave it back to the DJ.

The microphone was then grabbed out of the hands of the DJ by Jasper. At first glance it looked like he was going to give it back to Alice, but then he cleared his throat.

"Y'all have no idea how important this night was to me. I've been waiting a long time to right a wrong, and I'm grateful that I got the chance." He took Alice's hand and smiled at her. "Ali, you know you're my reason for being. I love you, and I want to spend the rest of my life making you happy." He got on bended knee and continued. "Sweetie pie, will you become Mrs. Whitlock? Will you marry me?"

The crowd was silently awaiting her response.

"No," she stated. An audible gasp was heard, and no one was quite sure what to do. "Oh god, chill out everyone," Alice said to the others. "Of course I will marry you, Jazzy, but I want to become Mrs. Brandon-Whitlock."

"Oh sweet Jesus!" Jasper exclaimed.

Jasper presented her with a ring and then stood up to wrap his hands around his lady. They continued to embrace, which turned into full on making-out, and then Alice started grinding on Jasper's leg. It became uncomfortable, but like a car accident, you couldn't help but stare.

Jake quickly drew the attention to himself as he started back-handspringing all over the dance floor. The DJ was perfect and everyone laughed as All the Right Moves by One Republic started playing.

Carlisle was having the best of times. He was so in love with his Esme and was thrilled to see her looking so well. He hoped that his concoction would continue to heal her, but he also had a last resort that he wouldn't discuss with her unless the time came.

He was pulled from his musings the minute he heard the rhythm of the familiar song. He quickly moved to the center of the dance floor. "Jake, this is my jam," he yelled to his little friend. Snapping his fingers and bobbing his head came naturally to the tune of "yeah, yeah, yeah."

The rest of the group looked on in glee. Their host was one fancy dancer.

The rest of the night passed in a blur and soon it was time to head back to the main house where the couples would spend their last night together on the island.

To say that prom night ended with a bang was a gross understatement.

Sadly, many victims of abuse don't press charges. At least Mike will be staying far away from Bella. How was prom for you guys? I went to three but always with just a friend...I did not end the night with any bangs:( I can totally imagine Alice leg humping and Carlisle dancing in a white tux. Lol!