Raphael... Just saying his name makes my eyes burn. I remember spotting him in the theater being chased by Charolette and Inspector Vergier. Ever since then he hasn't returned. Mother says he hasn't been caught but i still have a fairley odd feeling... I still sometimes go by his apartment . However, something stops me from knocking or even entering for that matter.
Its been 4 years and a few months since then... "Miss Marie, the guest have arrived and are all waiting in the Grand Hall." Alfred called out from behind me. "I'm ready." thats right today is my 21st birthday. Yet I still can't focus I'm still to nervous. Nervousness was one of the feeling I lost being aquainted with Raphael.
"Happy 21st birthday darling." my mother greeted me with a pinch on the cheek and a big snug hug. "Thank you mother." I smiled and returned the hug. She smirked, grabbed my hand, and lead my into the Great Hall. I waved lightly and scanned the room. No he still wasn't here.
The music started and evryone was in pairs, even my mother and Alfred. I sighed and turned about face toward the door to the garden. " Excuse me, your highness." that voice is it? I quickly turned around to meet a red-headed phantom. " Would you care to dance?" he asked and I was at a loss of words.
Without his permission, I wrapped my arms around him and forced him into a hug. "Marie?! Ah, what the heck1" he hugged back. " I-I missed you so much. I-I thought you were never gonna come back." I cried still hugging him. I peaked up to his ace and he was frowning his eyes were red . He looked like he was going to cry.
"Marie I'm so sorry for making you feel this way... This got tuff and I guss I just couldn't find the time. Is there any thing I can do?" He apologized. "Yes, you can marry me." I said nonchalantly. "Wha!" he stumbled. I could feel the flush in my chheks after the sudden realization of what I just said.
"If you wouldn't mind having a bother like me. Then will you marry me, Marie?" he switched to Raphael's clothing and kneeled before me and my light blue dress. Suddenly, out of his pocket came a big beautiful diamond ring. My eyes automaticly widened and I could feel sudden stares.
"Raphael, you're not a bother to me or anyone else. You never have been. I've been hopelessly in love with you since the day we met and you gave that little girl her balloon. Ever since then, you' ve protected me. If anyones a bother it's me. However, if your willing to have me. Then I'll gladly except." happy tears pitter pattered down my rosy red cheeks. He placed the ring carefully on my petit finger and I planted a kiss on his soft chocolate flavored lips.
"Congrats!" the crowd that was watching in contempt at us cheered. As our natural reaction we blushed shades of red I can't imagine. I guess it was funny because they all laughed at our reaction. I reached over and grabbed his hand and held it proudly.