Recap:

Alice came over as my nerves had built up. Memories of that night washed over me as new memories floated in. I remembered the little white chapel. I also thought I remembered Emmett being there, but I couldn't recall how we had gotten there.

"Bella just keep an open mind before you watch this okay?" She held my hand as we pressed play. Bracing ourselves for the true origin of Edward and I.

Thank you all for the reviews! Had a lot of downtime today so I got this one out quicker xxx

Chapter 19 The Truth

Edward POV

The ceremony began. My smile was wider than it should have been. I realized I had selfishly persuaded Bella into this wedding for the wrong reasons. I didn't want to let her go. I didn't want to fake a marriage. Though, she appeared to be the ideal candidate for a fake bride.

Elvis walked Bella down the aisle as her eyes locked into mine. Her nerves were visible to everyone. He sang "Can't help falling in love" as tears filled her eyes slightly. It was cheesy yet very romantic. I knew deep down I would never let her go willingly. Maybe it was love at first sight? Maybe it was lust at first sight but this girl was special. Something in my gut told me to continue.

"Do you Bella take Edward to be your hunka hunka burning love?" Elvis asked. Her eyes glimmered as she laughed. She paused quietly for a while. I held my breath as Emmett, Elvis, and I awaited her answer. Maybe she had changed her mind.

"I do" she smiled. I breathed out all the air I had held in.

He asked me now, "Do you Edward take Bella to be your hunka hunka burning love?" Without hesitation I said I did.

He asked if we had any vows to share. I simply told her I wouldn't want to be here with anyone else. It was true. She agreed with my sentiments. Elvis did another quick song. I couldn't remember the exact one but I vaguely remembered the tune of Hound Dog. Things were still blurry for us both. He then pronounced us husband and wife. I pulled Bella to me and kissed her passionately. Emmett cheered, for a moment letting go of the aftermath that was awaiting us.

The limo took Emmett, Bella, and I back to our hotel. The night continued on as if we didn't secretly get married. It was all starting to jump, that last drink had sent us both over the edge. Emmett retreated to his room and told me we needed to have a serious discussion in the morning. I only nodded my head in response. Soon I was alone with Bella in my suite. I hovered over her as she laid beneath me. She was wearing a lacy black set. Her body was incredible. Clearly, both of us were aroused.

"Bella are you sure?" I asked. I needed her. I needed to feel her. My restraint had begun to waver.

"Yes I'm sure, please Eddie" she gripped my back pulling me closer to her.

"We both are drunk and I don't want to take advantage" I softly kissed her neck nipping and sucking.

Her frustration set in as she pulled my hair and pushed my face to hers. "Just make love to me already"

I lost control as I stripped both of our clothes off. I was unsure if she would adjust to my size. I knew I was gifted in that department. Her eyes grew wide as they lingered on my cock. I quickly felt all over her body distracting her. I lowered myself to her pussy, savoring each lick. She was delicious. I slowly dipped a finger into her preparing her for what was to come. I brought my tongue to her core and licked while simultaneously pumping my finger in and out of her.

I increased the speed as her moans and gasps increased. She came around me again for the second time this evening. I boasted a wide smirk as I lined up our bodies. My cock felt like it was about to explode from the build-up. I restrained myself in order to not cause her any discomfort but I wanted nothing more than to bury myself deep within her.

I rubbed my member up and down her slick center, teasing her as she squirmed below me. It felt incredible, she felt incredible. She grabbed me and kissed me hard as I dipped myself into her. I literally growled. She was extremely tight. Being with her was euphoric. It was like a drug, and I couldn't hold back anymore. I knew I would keep wanting more.

I moved slowly as she adjusted to my size. She cried out as I quickened my pace. "So tight" I grunted. I was moving furiously now, unable to control myself any longer. The build up to the evening had gotten to me. Her cries only increased with each impact I made. I bit down on her neck, hoping to leave a mark so others would know that she was mine. She was my wife after all.

"Bella" I grunted over and over again. As her moans got louder. We were both overwhelmed by alcohol. Things were beginning to become hazy. Bella cried out one last time as she came for the third time that evening. I followed with a large moan as I came inside her. I kissed her lightly as Bella began to fade.

"Goodnight Bella." I smiled as I wrapped her close to me. I knew that morning would soon come and that we would be dealing with the aftermath in no time. I only hoped she would remember.

The next morning

As memories of Bella flooded my mind, my eyes flickered open. I was a married man, and I knew today would be completely unknown to both of us.

Bella stared blankly at me while holding a piece of paper. "Bella? What's wrong love?" I asked as I sat up. She silently handed me our marriage certificate while holding up her engagement ring. My eyes were filled with confusion, she didn't remember?

"Married?" I glanced at her unable to form any words. The guilt of what I had done was settling in. She didn't remember at all.

Bella sat on the bed with her head in her hands. "I've never had a one-night stand before. Of course, I would end up married." She laughed hysterically as my heart sank further. I didn't move. I felt puzzled. Should I tell her the truth? I didn't regret it in the slightest. Though I probably should have.

"Bella, this shouldn't have happened" I finally sighed. "We can get this taken care of- I'm so sorry" my eyes grew sad. I glanced back at the paper, wondering what we would do now. I quickly texted Emmett, "she doesn't remember."

A knock on the door startled us both. The knocking only increased. I slipped out of bed sliding on a pair of pants, not realizing I was naked from the waist down.

"EDWARD YOU BETTER ANSWER THIS DOOR I KNOW YOU ARE IN THERE" Alice, my very impatient younger sister screamed.

My pixie of a sister pushed her way through the door as her eyes locked on Bella.

"Alice, was that really necessary?" I moaned as I glared at her. Bella looked shocked as she stared at us.

"Yes older brother it is. I just got off the phone and learned you got married last night? Are you crazy? What were you thinking? What about Tanya?" Alice shouted.

Alice smirked at Bella. I couldn't explain to her fully that I had convinced Bella to marry me. She would not understand. I was silently ashamed of myself. The reality of the situation had fully hit me.

"How did you know that? It wasn't reported, was it? Alice last night was a blur for us both." I fibbed.

"We don't exactly remember how it happened." I handed her the marriage certificate and held up Bella's right finger to show her the engagement ring. Touching Bella brought back all the memories of last night. My eyes darkened as I struggled to push the image of her naked body out of my mind.

"The press is going to release it later today. There's nothing we can do. They won't relent Edward. I tried my best. A prince marrying an American girl in Vegas is too hot of gossip" Bella's eyes widened as she looked between the two of us. Confusion written all over her face. Her face turned white as she started to faint I quickly caught her before she hit the bed.

"Isabella? Bella? Are you okay?" I asked her before her eyes fully closed.

"Bella love are you okay?" I pressed a damp towel to her forehead. Emmett had messaged me back, "Shoot, you cannot annul things. Alice will explain." Bella's eyes fluttered open as Alice glared at me.

"I'm assuming you didn't tell her who you are?" She rolled her eyes at me. "Where was Jake last night? You know you're not allowed to be alone Edward! We have bodyguards for this very reason!" I grimaced and stared back at her. She was right, I had been extremely irresponsible.

I stared at Bella as I sighed. "Alice I wanted one night of freedom. You must understand." Hoping Bella's memories would flood back in. We both wanted this at one point last night.

"We can get an annulment." Bella bit her lip while finally speaking up. My eyes showed my sadness as she mentioned the annulment. Emmett said it wasn't possible. I looked at Alice as I waited for her opinion on the matter.

"The royal family has never had one. We have two options we could do the annulment and take the bad press. Though at this point I'm not sure you really could afford much more Edward." I simply nodded my head in agreement. Since I split from Kate, the media has been brutal.

"Or you two stay married for one year and break up due to Bella missing a normal life. We can play it that you two were pen pals and dating from afar. The Vegas wedding was a plan. This could be good for us all. An American girl could change things up at home." Alice gazed at Bella. My shame was visible all over my face as Alice quietly eyed me. Quickly, I became emotionless, worried I would give myself away.

"I can't be a princess," Bella almost yelled. "This is the craziest thing I've heard. We made a mistake surely there's a way to correct this." My face was unmoving as Alice soothed Bella.

"She's right Bella, I see no other option. I need your help. I know this seems preposterous to you but we have had some very bad press this year. I've had a few too many scandals. I don't think I could afford another. Please stay married to me for just a year. Atleast consider it." I begged. I grabbed her hand and traced my fingers along her engagement ring. Our connection was like a rapidly growing fire. There was no amount of water that could extinguish the flames.

"I looked you up Bella, you have some major debt and you just lost your job. We can repay your debt. You will go home debt-free ready to start a new life" Alice sang. Bella looked suddenly ashamed I quickly held her hand in support. She had not mentioned these details last night. Maybe this would be helpful for the both of us.

"You can even finish the rest of school online, between princess duties of course." Bella shifted uncomfortably. My eyes lingered on hers as memories of her body flashed in my mind. My eyes smoldered as I quietly stroked her hand. I was silently begging her with my eyes.

"Okay, I can try. I know nothing about being a princess." A smile formed along my lips. The rest truly seemed to all fall into place thanks to the help of my siblings. I had more time with Bella. I wondered if she would ever remember.

Emmett had messaged me that the wedding video had shown our private conversation of me begging for Emmett's help. We were both intoxicated, however I clearly pushed Bella into this situation. I only hoped one day she would forgive me. Silently, I suggested skipping the viewing of our wedding video to Bella. She shuttered at the thought and quickly agreed. All of that was behind us as we began our new adventure.

Bella's POV

My eyes practically bulged out of my head as memories filled in. The gaps that were missing were no longer missing. Edward had convinced me to marry him. I was uncomfortable as I realized the weight of the situation. There was no compelling reason for us to wed. I loved him and knew deep down I was better for knowing him but I couldn't help but feel betrayed and frankly used.

I felt betrayed by both Edward and Emmett for convincing me to do something I was not ready for. The one silver lining was that guilt I felt about James softened. What would have happened if I had never come here? Maybe they saved me? My head began to spin as I thought back to my relationship with Edward. He knew the truth throughout our relationship and never told me.

I felt conflicted. I knew I needed time to process all this. Life had been chaotic. I needed space from all the Cullens, at least the males.

"Alice thank you for bringing this over" I bit my lip at her. My eyes wandered off as I rethought more encounters between Edward and I. Was any of it real between us?

"Bella, I can tell you need your time to process this. My brother meant well, even if it was extremely selfish. I think he just didn't want to lose you. We all don't want to lose you." She softly spoke, avoiding my gaze. She could sense my hesitation about the entirety of Edward's confession.

"I'm here if you want to talk. Day or night." She sniffled as she squeezed my hand. I simply nodded my head in response and smiled back at her.

"Thank you. Just tell him I need some time." My thoughts drifted again to Selene and John's wedding. How had I forgotten all of that? The romance that floated around us had really swept us up in the moment. Our wedding though bizarre, was romantic. Part of me wanted to let it all go. I wanted to be okay with it all. I just wasn't there yet.

"Alice please don't tell him I'm pregnant. I'm not ready. I just need a few days to process. I still love you, okay?" I glanced at her and weakly smiled. She tightly hugged me and nodded her head. I winced at the impact as she let go of my body.

I asked the guards who were assigned to my door to limit any visitors. I needed a few days. I wanted to rewatch the video before I could form further thoughts.

Edward texted me, "I'm sorry. I really do love you." I threw my phone down and sighed. Charlie's thoughts floated in my mind. "Couldn't you have chosen someone more normal?"

None of this was normal, and none of it was simple. I decided to rest and let my thoughts settle before I reached out to Edward.

Will she forgive Edward? When will she tell him about the baby? Lots of questions as always xxx please review if you've enjoyed!