Alice POV
I was almost bouncing with excitement as we walked through the gym doors. Rosalie was sulking. She didn't want to come, but Emmett made her, as they had missed their reunion. We were late because I had to finish off a project. I had had a vision a few days ago that people would be curious as to what we had been doing for the past 5 years, so I had decided to make a presentation of photos that I had been working on for one of my photo albums over the last year. I was so EXCITED! Ignoring all the stares I grabbed Jaspers hand and headed straight for the projector at the front of the room. It was currently showing a series of photos from our senior year.
"Hey, Mr Green," I called to our old Biology teacher, who turned and smiled brightly.
"Ms Cullen, how good it is to see you. What can I do for you?"
"It's Mrs Cullen, now," I smiled, holding up the sparkly diamond I had slipped back on to my left hand as soon as we arrived back in Forks. Don't want to give those no-longer-teenage-but-still-hormonal boys any ideas.
"Oh, well, congratulations!" he smiled even brighter.
"I was wondering if I could borrow the projector, I put together a little presentation about what we have been doing since school…" I asked sweetly.
"Of course. You know how to set it up?
"Oh yes, thank you very much, Mr Green!"
Once I had set up the machine, I turned to Jasper, who nodded at me and turned to the crowd. Almost instantly the excitable crowd calmed, and turned towards us expectantly. I saw Bella staring at me in confusion. So Edward hadn't told her. Oh well. She would find this funny later.
"Hi everyone, it's good to see you al again. In case you don't remember me, my name is Alice Cullen, and this here is Jasper," I introduced us, gesturing at Jasper who waved awkwardly. "I know we haven't kept in touch with most of you, and you must be curious as to what we have been doing for the last 5 years, so my family and I have put together some videos and photos to show you all. I hope you enjoy." With that I hopped off the stage, turned off the lights, and pressed play.
Jessica POV
Sitting next to Mike I looked at the screen excitedly. Edward would be on this video! I glanced quickly down the row to see him sitting next to Bella, whispering in her ear and playing with her hair. Ugg. I turned back to the screen.
'The Cullen Family, After High School' floated across the screen in black cursive, before the first photo popped up. It was captioned 'Edward and Bella's wedding' and it was beautiful. Edward and Bella stood beneath an arch of white flowers, with a forest in the background. Edward looked handsome in his classic tuxedo, and Bella looked gorgeous. But what was so beautiful was their expressions as they looked at each other. It was like there was no camera, and they could only see each other. It was a look of pure love. I turned back to Bella, who was looking into Edwards eyes with the same expression that she had in the photo…and I wanted to punch her. It looked like Mike was thinking the same thing, though he was looking at Edward.
Mike POV
Stupid Cullen stealing the love of my life, the star of my dreams, the source of my imaginations… I turned back to the screen. A song began to play as the picture changed. I didn't recognize it. A piano played in the intro of the song. It was so beautiful. A man started to sing.
Your hazel-green tint eyes watching every move I make
And that feeling of doubt, it's erased
I'll never feel alone again with you by my side
You're the one and in you I confide
A picture of Alice and Jasper flashed. They were in a roller coaster I didn't recognize, and they were screaming with their eyes filled with exhilaration. They still looked beautiful.
The next picture was that of Emmett and Rosalie. They were in a library. Emmett was holding a book that was clearly porn and he was smiling mischievously, but behind him Rosalie was fuming with rage. She was holding a huge encyclopedia and was clearly aiming it at Emmett. Her huge eyes glinted.
Then the third picture was also of Rosalie and Emmett, and it showed them hugging in the library, obviously in their own little bubble. Emmett's face was covered with violet 'checked out' stamps but Rosalie didn't seem to mind because she was kissing his cheek.
And we have gone through good and bad times
But your unconditional love was always on my mind
You've been there from the start for me
And your love's always been true as can be
Edward and Bella were in a beach, lying on a hammock in their white swim wear. Edward's arms were around Bella's waist. They both had mushy smiles of happiness. They didn't get much sleep that holiday! Was written
"Alice!" I heard Bella growl quietly. Alice giggled.
The next picture was still about them. Bella and Edward were smiling—and again, hugging—in front of a beautiful beach house. This must be where they had their honeymoon. The place was so beautiful. Huge and white and open, and perfect.
Bella, Edward, Alice and Jasper walking up huge stone steps, surrounded by teenagers. University, I guessed. I was right. The picture was titled: First day at Dartmouth, studying medicine, American history, law and literature. Dartmouth? Well, they were certified geniuses…
Alice was wearing a long white dress, was standing next to Jasper who was wearing a suit. Flowers were everywhere, and a ring glinted on Alice's left hand. It was obviously their wedding day. Alice and Jasper, following in Bella and Edwards footsteps. It was a beautiful day.
The Cullen family was in a forest, hiking. The girls were sitting on a massive boulder and the guys were crouching on the floor. Dr. Cullen and Ms. Cullen were also there and all of them seemed to be happy and relaxed. Comfortable with each other. I felt myself wishing for a family like that. A family with no secrets, full of love and… OMG what the hell is happening to me? Our love for hiking never went away! Was written.
I heard all the guys gasp, and could see why. Rosalie stood, wearing a beautiful white dress, that clung to her perfect body tightly, and flared out into a train at her knees. Emmett stood slightly behind her, staring at her in adoration. Rosalie and Emmett were the last, and they have not left the bedroom since! Rosalie was glaring daggers at Alice, but Emmett was laughing.
"True that!" he yelled, and Rosalie elbowed him.
The Cullen's were in a cabin, all clearly enjoying themselves beside a huge fireplace. Jasper and Rosalie were playing a "no blinking game" and they looked at each other so intensely. I wonder who won. Rosalie Won. Oh, well that answers my question.
I give my heart to you
I give my heart 'cause nothing
Can compare in this world to you
Emmett, Rosalie, Jasper, Alice, Edward, Bella and Dr. and Mrs. Cullen were kissing. Behind them was the Eiffel tower at night. It was beautiful and it sparkled with its thousands of lights attached. They weren't the only ones kissing. A lot of couples were also kissing in the background. They do call it the City of Love!
The Cullens and the guys from La Push were playing baseball in a very large clearing. It wasn't a sunny day and it looked very cloudy. Jacob Black had this expression on his face that made me want to laugh so hard. His face was twisted and his mouth was wide open, his head tilted to the sky. It was like he was doing a victory scream or howling or something. Across the bottom scrolled: We think his team just won. A few titters went round the room.
Rosalie and Emmett were standing outside a school. Dartmouth, it appeared, in graduation caps and gowns. They had their hands around each other and were both holding degrees. The caption at the bottom read: Emmett and Rosalie after completing their medical degrees two years early.
And we have gone through good and bad times
But your unconditional love was always on my mind
You've been there from the start for me
And your love's always been true as can be
Edward and Mrs. Cullen were tightly hugging Bella. She was clutching a box that read "Pregnancy test" and behind them Rosalie and Alice were looking at the test with wide eyes and wide smiles. It must have been positive. This was the baby she mentioned.
Alice and Rosalie were dragging a terrified Bella into a maternity store and the guys were trailing behind them, carrying dozens and dozens of shopping bags. Several pairs of curious eyes were looking at them. Poor Bella. Teaching Bella to shop.
The picture of Edward and Bella hugging was taken from the outside of their house. The two were behind glass walls but they didn't seem to notice that someone took their picture. Edward's hands were resting on top of Bella's slightly round tummy. Just starting to show. 5 months to go!
A family picture was next and in the middle was Bella with a huge stomach and a shy smile. Edward had his arm around her shoulder. Just starting month 9!
The Cullen's were crammed into a sterile-looking room. It wasn't exactly a hospital room because it looked more like a living room. Bella was screaming at a terrified Edward. Mrs. Cullen was smiling at them with an amused expression. Bella was clutching both their hands and had her legs spread apart. It was covered by a towel. She was giving birth. Dr. Cullen and Rosalie were the ones delivering the baby. Today's the day. Bella didn't cope too well…
"Alice!" this time it was Edward who growled.
I give my heart to you
I give my heart 'cause nothing
Can compare in this world to you
Mrs. Cullen was smiling, she looked like she was going to cry. She was holding a baby wrapped in white cloth. Dr. Cullen was behind her and he had the same expression. It's a girl! Renesmee Carlie Cullen was born healthy and beautiful. We all love her very much!
Rosalie was feeding the newly born infant with a colourful bottle. I didn't see the bottle properly before the next picture showed. It looked like it was metal. Weren't the normal baby bottles made of plastic?
Alice holding a slightly older Renesmee. She was glaring at Emmett as he was kneeling in front of her. He looked like he was begging, while Alice looked on, looking deadly. I gasped, as did others in the room. The baby, even through her scowl, was one of the most beautiful things I had ever seen. Talk about genetically blessed. Though she only looked about 3, she had a full head of hair. Long, thick bronze ringlets hung passed her shoulders, framing her small, heart-shaped face. She had full lips, and pink cheeks, a perfect nose and long eyelashes. But what made her truly beautiful were her eyes. She had huge eyes, Bella's old eyes. The ones I had fantasized about for so long. I glanced around the room. Everyone was staring at the small girl on the screen with open mouths. Lauren Mallory, who was sitting next to Tyler, looked like she was going to kill someone. I could guess why. A few years ago, Tyler had gotten Lauren pregnant. She had given birth to a little girl they called Beauty. She was pretty enough, and Lauren took pride in the fact that she and Tyler were the only ones at the reunion with a baby. And here comes Bella and Edward, the world's most perfect couple with the world's most perfect baby.
I give my heart to you
I give my heart 'cause nothing
Can compare in this world to you
Edward smiling so brightly as a slightly older looking Renesmee was pulling on Jacob Black's hair. He looked like he was in pain. There were tears in his eyes and it looked like he was screaming but Renesmee and Edward were smiling serenely.
Bella was holding a sleeping Renesmee. There was such adoration in her eyes. She was glowing. She was beautiful. They seemed to be in a room with a white bed. Bella was sitting on the edge and the windows showed a beautiful garden outside.
The Cullen's and Chief Swan were in a living room with a Christmas tree. Chief Swan was holding a wrapped Renesmee. Chief Swan was crying. The girl had her hand on his cheek.
The last picture was of a woman who looked like Bella, holding Renesmee with tears in her eyes. The girl was smiling at her. They looked like they were in a resort at night. The swimming pool was shimmering as if it was also happy with the girls presence.
The last picture was a family portrait. All of the Cullen's were wearing black. Identical black suits for the boys, black dresses for the girls. In the middle, though, stood little Renesmee, wearing white. She looked about 4 in this, and it was obvious that this was her place in the world. In the middle. The centre of her little family, and the centre of everyone's attentions. She was born to be there. She was born to be beautiful. She was born to be a Cullen.