~If I saw you in heaven
Apov
Us ladies spent the major part of the day relaxing, jumping around listening to music, laughing while Esme told stories of when we were little, exchanging wedding night gifts with the bride. Bella must have changed every color in the red family when Rose hand her what she said was a negligee but in reality it was just two scraps of fabric, we all laughed she has always been so shy and embarrassed to show her beautiful body.
We had a manipedi, facials and of course Brazilian waxes, although that shit is painful and when Edward heard Bella scream he tried to break the door down I had to reassure him that he would thank me later when he felt the smoothness of the kat. I also had to tell Bella the same thing, bare kats , its what men like and Edward is no different.
when it finally came time to get her dressed I helped slip on her dress and carefully applied her makeup and strategically place her hair in a braided up do with her veil and pearls laced in between it. She looked like she belonged on a run way. I told her to sit still while I got dressed.
with the short amount of time I had to plan this wedding I had to say that I had out done myself. I had left the boys a detailed list of everything I needed them to do and so help me they better have it done or I will serve them their balls on a platter. Every inch over the Manor was covered in white twinkling lights, every surface covered with white candles and beautiful lilies, I would have preferred yellow roses but I know that Bella my sister has a thing for these flowers.
I needed to make her dreams come true, her and Edward has lost so much time and everything had to be perfect for them. Her wedding gown was of course a Vera Wang original, she tried to protest but I am the maid of honor and its what I say , well it does help to give my puppy dog eyes and guilt trip. How we missed so much time and the birth of my god son, yes I know its wrong to guilt her this way but frankly she doesn't care for fashion the way I do and she would wear jeans and a ratty fucking shirt if I let her but her gown is the La Bella Donna Inspired by marriage in 15th- and 16th- century Italy, a Renaissance bride, it was her, it was him, they were both old souls.
when she first saw the dress she cried at its perfection. it was simple yet gorgeous. Thick strapped ivory taffeta gown with a split-front skirt and an Empire waist with embroidered velvet petals. Edward and Anthony will look stunning in their white tuxedos, the other men classic black tuxedos all with a cummerbund that matched the light pink inside of the Lilies. The brides maid and flower girl dresses were also the pink that matched the flowers. Above the knee cinched waist thin straps. Just beautiful, it has been a day of days. Spending all this time prepping Bella and holding her hand when she was afraid she'd fall down the stairs. I held her by her face
" don't cry my love , remember its Edward waiting for you down there" she giggled and sniffed
" your right I can do this , my love, my life is waiting for me at the bottom of these stairs" we heard the music starting to play and there was a soft knock at the door
" Bells honey its time for us to go" I held hugged her tight
" I always knew you were meant to be my sister" I sniffled I knew to get hold of myself or I wasn't going to make it thru the wedding.
" I love you with all my heart Ali" she embraced me again
" lets go my man is waiting for me" we both laughed. I opened the door and smiled at Charlie
" she's all yours" he held out his hand for and she looped it thru her own.
Bpov
I was trying hard to hold it together Alice was right I could make it as long as I knew it was him waiting for me. He made my life complete. From the corner of my eye I noticed Charlie wiping away some tears I squeezed his arm
" you are so beautiful honey, your mom would have been so proud of you" I choked out a cry
" I wish she was here daddy, at least I have you here and that's all I need" he kissed my check and replaced my veil down
" looks like were up to bat baby" we stood at the top of the steps waiting for Anthony and Emily to continue down towards where Edward was standing . We started our descend down the steps, I focused on how beautiful the Manor looked so I wouldn't trip, Alice really out done her self it was better than I could ever have imagined it to be. I started feeling nervous when I saw all eyes were on me, then I caught the eye of reason why I am here to begin with. My eyes settled upon his intense green eyes that were smiling brightly at me, I noticed they were moist with emotion and I choked back some tears
" its ok baby, were almost there" my dad patted my arm I sighed deeply taking a shaky breath in.
" he's the reason I'm here" I grinned while gazing into his eyes
As we came into view and closed the distance between us them, the smile that spread Across his face drowned out every sound in the room. As we stood close to one another Rev. Weber spoke
"Who gives this woman in marriage to this man?"
My Dad said " I do" Charlie kissed my hand then placed my hand in Edwards and stepped back
"Dearly Beloved, we are gathered together here in the eyes of God and in the face of this company to join together this man and this woman in holy matrimony, which is commended to be honorable among all men; and therefore is not by any to be entered into unadvisedly or lightly but reverently, discreetly, advisedly and solemnly. Into this holy estate these two persons present now come to be joined. If any person can show just cause why they may not be joined together – let them speak now or forever hold their peace." I looked at him and we both turned and looked to make sure no one was stopping us. We both let out a sigh of relief
"Marriage is the union of husband and wife in heart, body and mind. It is intended for their mutual joy and for the help and comfort given on another in prosperity and adversity. But more importantly it is a means through which a stable and loving environment may be attained.
Through marriage, Edward Anthony Masen Cullen and Isabella Marie Swan make a commitment together to face their disappointments embrace their dreams realize their hopes and accept each other's failures. Edward and Isabella will promise one another to aspire to these ideals throughout their lives together through mutual understanding openness and sensitivity to each other.
We are here today before God because marriage is one of His most sacred wishes to witness the joining in marriage of Edward and Isabella. This occasion marks the celebration of love and commitment with which this man and this woman begin their life together. And now through me He joins you together in one of the holiest bonds".
"This is a beginning and a continuation of their growth as individuals. With mutual care, respect, responsibility and knowledge comes the affirmation of each one's own life happiness, growth and freedom. With respect for individual boundaries comes the freedom to love unconditionally.
Within the emotional safety of a loving relationship the knowledge self-offered one another becomes the fertile soil for continued growth. With care and responsibility towards self and one another comes the potential for full and happy lives.
By gathering together all the wishes of happiness and our fondest hopes for Edward and Isabella from all present here, we assure them that our hearts are in tune with theirs. These moments are so meaningful to all of us, for what greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel that they are joined together to strengthen each other in all labor to minister to each other in all sorrow to share with each other in all gladness.
This relationship stands for love, loyalty, honesty and trust, but most of all for friendship. Before they knew love, they were friends, and it was from this seed of friendship that is their destiny. Do not think that you can direct the course of love for love, if it finds you worthy, shall direct you.
Marriage is an act of faith and a personal commitment as well as a moral and physical union between two people. Marriage has been described as the best and most important relationship that can exist between them. It is the construction of their love and trust into a single growing energy of spiritual life. It is amoral commitment that requires and deserves daily attention. Marriage should be a life long consecration of the ideal of loving kindness backed with the will to make it last" Reverend Weber turned to Edward
"Do you Edward take Isabella to be your wife to live together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon her your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto her as long as you both shall live?" Edward looked me in my eyes and with his voice heavy with emotions, I heard him speak since for the first time since last night and he sounded like heaven welcoming me back to the promise land
"Bella from the moment I first saw you, I knew you were the one with whom I wanted to share my life. Your beauty, heart, and mind inspire me to be the best person I can be. I promise to love you for eternity, respecting you, honoring you, being faithful to you, and sharing my life only with you. This is my solemn vow."
Edward squeezed my hands " I will" I saw his vibrant green eyes glisten with tears
Reverend Weber turned to me
"Do you Isabella take Edward to be your husband to live together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon him your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto him as long as you both shall live?"
I looked Edward in his eyes with tears streaming down my face sorry Alice I thought as my tears smeared her beautiful work.
"Edward today I take you to be my husband Together we will create a home, becoming a part of one another. I vow to help create a life that we can cherish, inspiring your love for me and mine for you. I vow to be honest, caring and truthful, to love you as you are and not as I want you to be, and to grow old by your side as your wife lover and best friend."I looked back at Reverend Weber
"I will"
What token of your love do you offer? Would you place the rings in my hand? He took the rings from the pillow that Anthony was holding
May these rings be blessed as the symbol of this affectionate unity. These two lives are now joined in one unbroken circle. Wherever they go may they always return to one another. May these two find in each other the love for which all men and women year. May they grow in understanding and in compassion. May the home which they establish together be such a place that many. After he blessed the rings he placed them back on the pillow
Edward place the ring on Isabella's finger and repeat after me
"With this ring, I thee wed, and with it, I bestow upon thee all the treasures of my mind, heart, and hands." Edward lifted my hand into his and slowly slipped the ring onto my finger as he repeated what Reverend Weber said my hands trembled as I looked into his eyes I took the ring from Anthony and repeated the same vows as I slipped the ring onto Edward's finger with shaky hands
"I now pronounce you man and wife and you may kiss the bride" he lifted the veil and placed both his hands on my face and kissed me softly before he could break our kiss I knotted my hand thru his hair and pulled him tight to my face and my lips moved to deepen our kiss. I could hear the hooting and hollering and it wasn't until I heard "get a room" did I realize we were still standing in front of a audience. Edward broke away and whispered in my ear
" baby we have plenty of time pick this up later" he kissed me on my check and squeezed my hand I blushed knowing everyone was staring at me and not because I was some beautiful bride but because I was some horny bride who tried to molest her groom in front of our guest. God Emmett is never going to let me live this down. As we posed for some pictures, I felt as if everything went in slow motion.
The church was extremely quiet then it hit me at once everyone was scrambling and I heard gunshots. Before I could see where it was coming from I screamed for Anthony my only thought was to protect him. It happened so quickly I couldn't have stopped it if I tried. I saw Edward covering Anthony and I heard the shot that made me deaf.
A man with blonde hair and intense blue eyes pulled the trigger that made me launch myself onto the loves of my life. I screamed not knowing who was shot. my white dress was covered from front to back in blood. When people say that before death their life flashes in front of them it really does, I saw everything that was supposed to happen before me.
Anthony growing into a handsome man looking just like his father , I saw the birth of our second child, I saw Edward and myself growing old and living in our villa in Milan, but that was gone because I was dying. I heard one final shot and blacked out.
Epov
The shit just hit the got damn fan. The church erupted into complete and utter chaos, one minute we were posing for pictures and the next I am jumping on top of my son because I heard some gunshots. I don't know what the fuck is going on. I lay on top of my son, searching for my wife when I hear her scream and I feel her body landing on me . I try to scream but no sounds exit my mouth. Her dress is saturated in blood, I feel her body shutter and a whimper escapes her mouth. I hear more shots and hear Emmett telling some man to drop his gun or he'll shoot him where he stands.
" James bows down to no one motherfucker" so that was James Tyler had warned us and Charlie about that James was Jane brother and was hell bent on revenge on us, he actually blamed us for her death . I mean I carried guilt over her death but I didn't push her in front of that semi and neither did Bella.
" drop the fucking gun douche bag" Emmett screamed he fired again and I heard some one scream but I laid paralyzed with my wife sobbing and my son screaming. I shifted slightly to catch a glimpse of James back , he had a gun pointed to Rosalie's head and Emmett was going crazy I knew I had to do something. I eased my self from underneath Bella and slowly and quietly raised myself from the floor
"throw me your gun or the blond bitch is dead" Emmett slid his gun across the floor and it landed in front of me, I grabbed it and cocked the barrel and fired at James. Who also fired his gun at me. The bullet pierced me and I fell to the floor but not before seeing that James also fell and Jacob screamed he was dead. I crawled back to were Bella was laying, she wasn't moving . The tears started to fall. I held her limp body in my arms. I was covered in her blood, Anthony was smacking her face
" mama, maaama" he screamed when she wouldn't move.. I fell to my knees and held my hands up to god and asked why. I refused to let anyone touch her. The next day went by in a blur, I held Anthony's hand as we stood in front of the mountain of dirt. I laid a single Lily down on top of it and walked away sobbing.