"After so many years of sorrow, pain and tragedy, Kaneki Ken had finally found happiness. He finally remembered who he was and Sasaki Haise was no more. However, this didn't mean his relationship with the Quinx was cut off. He saw them regularly and they were a big part of his life. But the biggest part of his life had been a blue haired ghoul named Kirishima Touka.

When he was still Sasaki, she helped him return to his former self. Even though she was a hot tempered girl, she told him she loved him in the most sweetest of ways. That day Kaneki cried like a little girl, but Touka held him and kissed away all his tears. Through teary eyes Kaneki told Touka he was also in love with her. This, in turn, shocked the ukaku ghoul as she wasn't expected to be loved in return. Who would love a smart mouth like her? She thought. But it happened and their feelings reached each other. It took a while for things to settle down and for them to actually date. But one year later, here they were on their wedding day about to get married.

Kaneki was a nervous mess. He had never been so nervous in his life. The poor man didn't get a wink of sleep last night. He paced around the room wearing his white tux with his hair combed nicely and wearing a cologne he had never heard of before. Would everything go okay? We're his shoes on right? Would he be able to look at Touka? Did Touka even love him anymore? All these questions and more surged through his brain before he felt a firm grasp on his shoulder.

"Geez Kaneki calm down!" Said his best friend and best man Hide "you look like you're about to pass out"

Kaneki stared blankly at Hide for a moment before he reacted

"Ah, sorry. I'm...just so nervous" Kaneki admitted

"Yeah it's pretty obvious" replied Hide. "Look, Touka-chan stayed with you up to this point there's no way she doesn't love you. Why else would she wait more than two years for you?"

Kaneki inwardly admitted that Hide had a point. He had been the lowest of the low for breaking his promise and leaving her alone. And for two years at that! She really was too good for him.

But I'm not letting her go.

Kaneki took a deep breath... "You're right" he said " I'm ready to do this. I'm ready to be with Touka-chan for the rest of my life"

"That's my boy" said Hide with a proud smile on his face.

On the bride's side of this whole ordeal, Touka was also freaking out, however it was all inward. She did her best not to let it show. She barely got two hours of sleep last night and she was nervously playing with her fingers. Her best friend and maid of honor Yoriko came up to her and grabbed both of her hands

"You look a little nervous Touka-chan"

she gave the ghoul's hand a squeeze "Are you alright?"

Touka looked into her friend's worried eyes and desperately wanted to put her at ease "I'll be fine" said Touka.

"I'm just getting some last minute butterflies...I still can't believe I'm getting married to that idiot" Touka grumbled "but I guess I'm even more of a dumbass for going along with it" Touka said as she smiled to herself.

This display of affection from her blue haired friend made Yoriko smile sweetly. Touka really is in love with Kaneki-kun isn't she? She thought. Yoriko engulfed Touka in a hug which surprised the ukaku ghoul

"Y-Yoriko what are you-" "I just wanted to hug my best friend as an unmarried woman one last time. Touka-chan I am so proud of you and happy for you. Please enjoy your life with Kaneki-kun" Yoriko snuggled her head in Touka's shoulder and closed her eyes.

Touka was so glad Yoriko was here on her special day. She really cherished her best friend more than she could imagine. She hugged her back "Yes. Thank you Yoriko." They stayed like this for a little while then parted. Touka got up and took a deep breath.

Okay. I'm ready.

She took one last look at herself in the mirror. She couldn't believe it was really her. Touka was wearing a beautiful white mermaid style wedding dress. It was strapless and form fitting until it reached her knees. Then it was poofy until the bottom. She had a long chiffon train that glided as she walked. For once her hair was out of her face and you could see both of her dark blue eyes. Her hair was pinned to the side into a lovely braided coiffure that was adorned with sparkling beads. A small part of her large bangs framed the right side of her face and was curled nicely. There were small flyaways here and there but that gave it more of a natural look. Touka wore pearl studs and a matching necklace and bracelet. Her bouquet was adorned with a series of violet, indigo, and pink flowers. And lastly, her veil descended from her fancy updo.

"Okay" Touka said with a determined look on her face. "Let's go"

The wedding took place at a small, serene park near Kamii University. A temporary arch and aisles had been set up with a few chairs on either side. It was quite a small wedding with only twenty close friends and family in attendance. The reception would be a nice coffee and lunch get together at Anteiku. As Kaneki stood nervous yet steady beneath the arch, he decided to survey the audience.

He saw Ms. Irimi and Mr. Koma, Tsukiyama was giving him a weird sad yet sly smile, Nishiki and Kimi were sitting together-Kimi smiling and Nishiki with a wicked smile, Mutsuki, Saiko, Shirazu, and even Urie were sitting together, Banjou and the gang were cheering him on, and Hinami was smiling sitting next to a contempt Yomo and a bitter faced Ayato. Ayato looked less sour than usual as he sat next to Hinami. Was it because of her contagious happiness? Kaneki wondered. He was returned back to reality when he saw a car pull up and everyone stand and face the back.

Oh crap she's here! I'm gonna throw up. Kaneki thought.

But as soon as he saw Touka, all thoughts were out the window.

Who... Touka-chan?

Kaneki was sure he was gaping and his eyes were popping out of his head but he didn't care. How am I getting married to someone so beautiful? It shouldn't be possible. How could she choose me? I must be the luckiest guy in the world. As she walked closer Kaneki could feel his breath leaving him.

Oh my... She's even prettier up close.

Oh God I can't breathe.

From this moment on, Kaneki only had eyes for Touka. Everyone else might as well have turned invisible. Touka grabbed his hand and whispered

"Breathe you shitty half-bastard."

She looked pretty nervous herself but she did a way better job of hiding it. Her cheeks were tinted pink while his were a dark red. She squeezed his hand and could feel him relax slightly. Their eyes were locked on each other's and they didn't look away. They both wanted to take in the presence of the one they had chosen to spend the rest of their life with.

" Dearly beloved we are gathered here today" Mr. Yoshimura broke the couple out of their trance "to join in Holy Matrimony the lovely Kaneki Ken and Kirishima Touka. These two have been under me for a while now and it was a joy and sometimes a struggle to watch them grow. But the outcome is better than anything I could have asked for. They have become two strong young adults and their love has broken all barriers." The manager's heartfelt words made the couple blush in embarrassment, but they smiled sweetly at their dear Tenchou.

The ceremony followed the usual route. Kaneki and Touka took their vows and placed their rings on each other. All the while staring lovingly into each other's eyes. "I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride." Mr. Yoshimura said as he ended the ceremony. Kaneki gladly obeyed his request and gave Touka a loving yet chaste kiss. As they parted he smiled at Touka and thought he saw a tear in her eye but his attention was diverted when the audience rose and began to clap and cheer for the newly wedded couple. Touka pulled Kaneki down the aisle and they reached the car. They were allowed a few minutes of alone time before they were taken to the reception.

They stared at each other. One trying to realize that she was truly a wife and one trying to realize that he was truly a husband.

They stared at each other.

Kaneki finally broke the silence with an excited and eager giggle.

"Touka-chan!" He mused "You're my wife now! We get to be together forever." He could barely contain his excitement

"I-I love you so much you know? I nearly fainted when I saw you coming down the aisle. You're so b-beautiful. I couldn't breathe. I couldn't believe someone so amazing like you would marry someone like me. I'm really no good right? But I'm so happy you chose me and I'll make you happy for the rest of your l-"

Kaneki stopped talking when Touka abruptly hugged him. She nestled her head in his shoulder and kissed his neck.

"I know I'm your wife now you stupid idiot and you're my husband. I know you love me and I l-l-lo-ve y-you too" Touka choked out.

She still wasn't great at saying mushy stuff like this.

"I wouldn't marry you if I didn't and I think you're really strong...even though you're weak" She giggled "I don't want anyone else but y-you okay? I'm already happy right now. Don't make me repeat myself, okay you shitty half bastard?"

Kaneki was dreaming. He had to be. No one had ever said such loving words to him. He really did love this girl.

"Yeah. I got it"

He closed his eyes and returned her embrace. They were so in love with each other that nothing else mattered anymore. A few minutes later the driver got in the car and drove them to Anteiku. Touka and Kaneki sat in the back with their fingers intertwined and talked about the day before since they hadn't seen each other.

They were in their own little world.