He finally found what he was looking for and was back in a flash. Before I could even register what was going on, he was down on one knee holding a ring box and speaking from the love in his soul.

“Isabella Marie Swan. You are my life, my love, my happiness, my whole world. Without you, my existence is meaningless. You make my time here worth every minute and every second. I want to spend the rest of forever, every day of eternity, showing you and reminding you just exactly what you mean to me. I love you. Will you do me the honor of marrying me?” he said passionately, his topaz eyes smoldering with tears that could not be shed.

“I—Oh—Um—Edward. I-I don't know what to say.” I said awestruck by his tender, yet passionate, words.

“A yes might be nice.” he said trying to lighten the intense mood.

I felt the tears of joy finally slide down my cheeks as I threw my arms around him and whispered, “Yes, Edward. Yes, for forever.”

I could feel him smile, as he stood up, clinging me to him. He set me down and slid the ring onto my hand before gripping me to him once more.

“Oh, Bella. You've made me the happiest man, vampire, thing, in the whole world.” he whispered happily in my ear.

This brought a fresh set of tears. I vaguely heard Esme calling us from the kitchen, when Edward turned his head towards his bedroom door.

We went downstairs and before we could even make it to the kitchen, Alice launched herself at us.

“Oh, Bella! You're gonna be like my real sister now! Oh I'm so excited! You have to let me plan your wedding!” she squealed excitedly as she held onto both of my hands, jumping around.

“Um, Alice, can I have my hands back before you rip my arms off. Second, can I tell my parents first before I even begin to think of the wedding? I already know that's going to be a task within itself.” I said.

“Actually, it's not going to be as difficult as you think. Charlie's a sucker and will end up giving in if you put your foot down. Now your mom on the other hand, that's going to be an interesting conversation.” she said thoughtfully, as if to herself.