Chapter 2- Beautiful

Chapter 2- Beautiful

"Bella, breathe." I let out my breath as soon as he said those words. I felt so silly, so idiotic, because i still feel out-of-breath whenever he kisses me. 2 years doesn't change how i feel toward him. Even now, with us married, he still gives me the feeling you get when you have a crush on someone. I was relieved. The cold hand on my shoulder was his. Edward's. My husband's. I guess i was concentrating too hard on what Alice meant by our special night that the rest of the world floated before me. I didn't realise Edward had crept up to me. I didn't realise that we are now alone in this room. Wow.

I subconsciously took his hand in mine and led it up to my cheek. His other hand followed and positioned itself behind my neck. Edward pierced my eyes with his currently caramel eyes, and his face lowered to my throat. The hand on my cheek was now on my back. His nose traced the hollow of my throat and he inhaled sharply.

"Damn it, Bella!" he suddenly exclaimed. I jumped with surprise.

"What's wrong? Edward, what did I did wrong?" I was scared now. Edward surprised me by chuckling. He wasn't angry, he was... in lust. He was hungry.

"Nothing. Nothing, angel. You did nothing wrong. It's just that- you smell so good. Before this you were just wine sitting idly in front of an alcoholic. But now, the wine is literally showering the alcoholic. It's so hard to-" he stopped. I took that chance to say something.

"Im yours, Edward. You can change me now if you want to. Im ready. I really am." For the first time, i really do feel ready.

"No. Not right now. Im not risking you, and my family. People are going to talk if you walk out as an uncontrollable newborn trying to suck the blood of people attending your wedding."

"Wow, that'll make a great movie. A book-maybe." Edward smiled that crooked smile I adore.

He continued to smell my throat. Enjoying the smell of the wine before he tastes it- before it runs out and finish He kissed my neck and trailed his lips upwards to mine. He kissed my passionately, and i did not back up. This kiss was beyond our limit. Somehow, it had an edge to it. Not like the kiss he gave me before the feline featured read headed Victoria attacked me, but this kiss was strong, hungry even. He pulled himself back and grinned. Oh my, he was beautiful. He's perfect. His eyes-now a bit darker than caramel, smiled. He wrapped his long hard arms around my waist. Pulling me closer. Breathing on me. Now I was hungry.

"I want to eat you Edward."

"I'm all yours."

As i was about to pounce on him, the door opened.

"Oops. I though i felt something. Didn't know it came from you guys." The tall blonde brother of Edward appeared in the crack of the door.

"I guess i forgot to lock the door." Edward sighed.

"I guess you did. Hi Jasper."

Jasper laughed and apologized. Edward was looking a bit embarrassed. Well, I would too if my brother felt my lust.

"Sorry guys. I think you should wait 'till we get home. Your feelings are too strong." He closed the door and left. I could still hear him chuckle.

"You're doing it again." Edward said.

"What?"

"Blushing. Turning red. Like a rose. Like your lips."

"No, like your lips." It's true. Edward's lips are now smeared with my lipstick. Somehow, he looked sexy.

He pinched my nose and wiped the lipstick with a tissue. He then took my hand and led me to the door.

"Shall we, angel?" I nodded and we headed to the hall.

Everyone looked like they're having a good time. That band's playing a funky beat and some are dancing. Even Charlie. He found a lady to dance with. Renee and Phil are really having a good time. Occasionally, Phil and Charlie would switch partners. The dont look awkward. They look happy. The hall is full of white roses. Alice is a great wedding planner. Everything is perfect. I didnt know i knew this many people. With Edward standing next to me, everything seems more perfect than it already is.

Edward linked his arm with mine as the band turned to play a slower jazz number. We danced. Of course he lead, i was not any good at dancing. Even Charlie seemed like a better dancer than me. But suddenly i didn't feel worried about me losing my balance, or stepping on Edward's foot. I feel free. I could dance! Edward tightened his grip on my waist and i tightened mine on his neck. We were in a perfect embrace. Everybody else shoved aside to make room for us, to make room for the bride and groom. For once, i really feel like the most important person here, i really did feel like a bride! People watched in awe as he twirled me and held me in his arms. Edward was really a great dancer.

We swayed with the music for a few more moments. His body sculpting perfectly next to mind. My head on his shoulder. He hummed the song in my ear. The song sounded better with Edward humming it than the band playing. Not that the band wasnt any good.

"You are so beautiful." he whispered. His voice so angelic, so serene. He sounded so sincere. Those words that came out of his mouth sort of hypnotized me. As soon as he said it, I did feel beautiful. I did feel graceful and perfect. All because of his confidence in me.

"Mind if i cut in?" A gruff yet gentle voice disturbed my tranquility. Charlie was standing between us. The band announced that it's time for the bride to dance with her father.

"Of course, sir. Be as long as you want. I'll be with your mom, Bella."

I danced with Charlie. It didnt feel awkward. I didnt feel clumsy. Suddenly, a jolt of reality hit me. I didnt have much time left with Charlie. I hugged him tightly. He hugged me back. My cheeks felt wet. i was crying, and i didnt even realize it. Charlie wiped my tears and told me he loved me. And he respected my choice but told me not to forget him when im happy with another man.

"I won't, dad. I love you. No one can take your place as my favorite man."

"What about Mr Cullen over there?"

"He's the other favorite man. He didnt take your place. He is in another place. I will always have a place for you in heart dad. Even when it stops beating." He didnt know how soon that'll happen.

Charlie mumbled something about family dinners and stuff but i didnt pay much attention to that. I just nodded and ahh and yes and no my way into the conversation. I was thinking about my future. No, i am not going to change my mind about transforming. I would never do that. Im thinking about Edward's rules of being too much apart from my family. Maybe i can visit them normally after a few years. When Im stable. When im not a hungry newborn vampire.

We retreated to the Cullens. There was laughter and chatter and everything else goes by in a blur. I was tired. I needed to rest. I was on autopilot mode for the rest of the evening.