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Athrun sat forlornly in the church. Looking around, he found that he barely knew any of the people seated. Leaning back, he laughed silently to himself. 2 years ago, we were still an item. Now I'm attending her wedding with a bunch of people I don't even know? Shifting uncomfortably in his seat, the woman next to him threw him a glare and continued chattering excitedly to her husband. "That sweet Cagalli is finally getting married. How wonderful. It took her ages to get over that jerk that cheated on her."

Athrun bit his lip. A pang of guilt hit him as he remembered waking up in bed with Meer to see Cagalli at his door, staring tearfully and taking in the scene before her. He wanted to explain, but he knew there was no excuse. He had been caught in the act. Seeing her pained expression, he immediately regretted having an affair with a woman that he didn't even love. He wished, hoped, prayed that if he begged, she would forgive him. But things are never that easy. And they sure weren't for him. After half a year, he eventually had to stop having doors slammed into his face and phone calls hung up on him. He had even received countless threats from Cagalli's protective brother, who used to be his best friend, until the incident. Her eyes… They expressed the heartbreak and betrayal that he couldn't seem to forget.

He knew he hadn't gotten over her, even after 2 years. He's received countless of offers from other women, but he never accepted them. He also knew that he didn't deserve her. She was such a perfect angel, while he was just a dirty bastard. She had been his sweetest goddess, but why did he choose to have that one night of pleasure over a whole lifetime of regret. Oh, how he despised himself.

"I… I could have been the one marrying her." He muttered angrily to himself.

He was so shocked when he had received the wedding invitation. All he could do was stare at it. What? She's getting married? I don't understand. Why? He didn't get over it for weeks, until the actual day of the wedding itself. He didn't know why he had some, but he had somewhat wanted to see her again, even if it were for the last time.

Suddenly, the church bells rang and the sweet wedding tune drifted into the air. Athrun, turning towards the large oak doors of the church hall, caught his breath in amazement. Cagalli, in her pure white wedding gown, was absolutely stunning. The light caught her hair in just the right way, causing her to look as if she were enveloped in light. Kira wrapped his arm around his sister's slim form, leading her to the altar, where her nervous groom was waiting. Shinn Asuka. (Sorry SxS and SxL and SxWhoever fans. Also sorry to CxWhoever fans) That lucky bastard! Athrun's stomach twisted as he watched Shinn smile tenderly at Cagalli and caress her cheek softly.

"Do you, Shinn Asuka, take Cagalli Yula Athha as your lawfully wedded wife…"

"I do."

"Do you, Cagalli Yula Athha, take Shinn Asuka as your lawfully wedded husband…"

"I do."

Athrun's heart sank. He tried to cheer for the couple like others were doing but he could feel his heart breaking into tiny pieces.

"Anyone who objects to this marriage, please speak now."

Athrun clamped his mouth shut. He could feel eyes on him, eyes of his and Cagalli's friends. Kira shot him a death glare, as if to say "don't you dare spoil the best day of her life".

-PAINFUL SILENCE-

Finally, the wedding ended. Athrun let out a sigh, his eyes following the form of Cagalli and Shinn waving as they stepped down from the altar. Loud cheering and clapping continued as they walked along the carpeted path, still waving.

Suddenly, he caught Cagalli's eye. To his surprise, she gave him a small smile. Just a small smile, but the meanings behind it were endless. Athrun finally broke into a smile. He knew that the small smile was only meant for him, and that smile would encourage him to move on with his life. He stood on the steps outside the church, under the bright sun, watching Cagalli walking of towards her happiness. He felt himself slipping out of his misery, and felt free again, after a long time. The load in his heart had been lifted.

He would recover, he knew.

end. :D hope you liked it :)

-carlycagalli