A/N: Ok, I'm going to go with what some reviewers gave some suggestions to :). Hope you all enjoy. Oh, and I'm hoping to get some fan art out there of Seiya and Usagi (is proud of her work) Once I do, you can check it out, and tell me what you think! This chapter is a bit bubbly, totally opposite from what I usually write. But I hope it makes you all SxU fans happy! That's my aim! Teehee! I'm a gilry-girl at heart LOL
Seiya was asleep beside her, an arm draped over her protectively. She was staring at his passive features, and soon found herself drifting to sleep as well, his last words in the throne room still fresh in her mind.
"I will kill him"
Her dreams this night were much more pleasant, consisting of herself and Seiya, living happily together. Also, she dreamed of the child that would have been. Silent tears flowed down her cheeks while she slept.
"Gomen-ne," She whispered in her sleep, holding the small child in her arms. It suddenly disappeared in her arms, little balls of light replacing the life-force of the child. She started sobbing softly, awaking Seiya. He looked over at her serene features, and gently kissed away her tears. He wanted to do something for her to make her smile again. Suddenly, and idea snapped into his head. He got dressed, and left a note on the pillow, and exited the room. He ran into Haruka and Micheru, and stopped to tell them his plan.
Micheru was smiling gently, while Haruka was suppressing a grin.
"Are you trying to get our consent or something?" Haruka asked, and Seiya was a little taken aback.
"Well, you outer senshi seem to be the family figures for her; especially you, Haruka." He stated. Haruka nodded, while running her hand through her sandy hair.
He went to Kakyuu, and told her also of his plan. She clapped her hands happily, and gave him a quick hug. He then asked her a few questions, and was then on his way. He would make her happy, he knew it.
"I hope he knows what he's doing," Haruka stated, while Micheru looked at her.
"He will. Her spirits are higher than we saw back on Earth."
"We must inform Setsuna and Hotaru," Haruka stated, and Micheru nodded. They then went to the room in which they rested in.
---In Seiya's room---
Usagi awoke, finding Seiya gone. She looked around, and noticed the small note on the pillow, and a white rose lay beside it. She picked up the note, and read it.
Odango,
Don't worry, I'll be back soon. If you're feeling up to it, meet me at the palace gates at dusk.
Love,
Seiya
P.S.-Hope you like the rose!
Usagi quirked an eyebrow, and then looked back at the rose. It was white: it meant purity, or at least, that's what she thought. She smiled. Then a thought crossed her mind.
'What am I going to WEAR!'
She ran down the hallway, looking for Kakyuu, and tripped, falling onto Hotaru.
"Gomen-ne, Hotaru-chan," She said, and Hotaru giggled.
"Looking for Kakyuu-san?" She asked, and Usagi nodded.
"In her chambers, only the starlights are allowed back there," Hotaru said, but Usagi was already on the run.
Kakyuu was talking to the Star Maker and Star Healer. Their eyes were wide, but then they were smiling.
"So, it's possible their spirits were reborn?" Star Maker inquired, and Kakyuu nodded.
"What's stopping them? They have been so many times before," She stated.
There was a quiet knock on the door, and the three were startled. Everyone knew not to disturb them when they were all talking, even the outer senshi. The only person who might not have known was Usagi.
"Enter," Kakyuu said gently. Usagi appeared, in her new night gown.
"G-gomen, I didn't mean to intrude," Usagi stated.
"It's perfectly fine, Usagi-chan," Kakyuu said happily. "You are here regarding Seiya, right?" Usagi nodded. She had a feeling Kakyuu knew something.
"I don't have…any clothes…here…Um…I wanted to look good when I…met him at dusk…" She said, bringing her hand to her mouth.
"Maker, Healer, and I will help you get ready!" Kakyuu offered, and her voice was like an excited teenager about to give a friend a makeover. The two starlights sweat dropped, and then smiled warmly. She took Usagi by the hand, and drug her into her bathroom.
They had four hours before dusk, and Kakyuu wanted everything to be perfect. She handed Usagi the best cleaning items, and shoved her into the ridiculously large bath. Usagi squeaked at the gesture, but cleaned up quickly. After getting out, and putting on some underwear, Usagi went back into the room where Kakyuu, Maker, and Healer were waiting. Maker was busy doing Usagi's hair, and Healer was doing make-up. She held in the laughter that wanted to erupt from her mouth. She could hardly believe these two were males on Earth.
Kakyuu brought out an outfit for Usagi to wear, and she gasped. It was a long, sliver dress that would give the moon princess's attire for becoming queen a run for its money. It was a beautiful silver, strapless, and went all the way down to her ankles. It had two slits on the side that would come to her thighs. It was decorated simply, with a small moon and star combined as the center broach.
Kakyuu then handed her a sliver necklace, which had the motif of moon and star on it. The earrings were the same. Her hair was in two odangos, but instead of flowing freely, like it usually did, they were French-braided halfway. The rest of her hair was flowing. She looked in the mirror, and gasped at herself. She was truly beautiful. The make up was just enough. She looked at the shoes, and was relieved to find that they weren't high-high heels. She could walk in high heels, but not high-high heels.
"You have thirty minutes to get to the gates," Kakyuu stated happily. Usagi nodded, and proceeded to the front gates, with Kakyuu and the starlights waving at her.
She was stopped in the hallway by Micheru and Haruka, who gave her a hug. She was confused by this.
"You look beautiful, koneko-chan," Haruka complemented, and Micheru nodded. Setsuna and Hotaru also nodded in agreement.
He made it to the gate ten minutes before dusk. He wasn't there yet. She laughed quietly to herself. Last time they had to meet somewhere, he was late, and he made fun of her. She smiled at the memory. She had grown up so much since then, she realized.
She watched the sun go down, and was beginning to wonder where he was.
"You look stunning, Odango," She heard behind her. She turned to him, and was short on breath. He was wearing the famous red tux he had worn on Earth.
"I wasn't aware you kept that piece of clothing," She stated. He bowed his head, smiling. He then looked up at her, and smiled big.
"So, shall we go?" He asked, offering his arm. She took it.
"Where to?" She asked.
"It's a secret," He whispered. They walked to a place that looked a lot like a dance club. He showed his I.D., and the bouncer let them in. He led her to the dance floor, just when a slower song came on.
I wanted you to know,
That I love the way you laugh.
I wanna hold you high,
And steal your pain away.
She was leaning into him as they danced, and he held her closely to him.
I keep your photograph,
And I know it serves me well.
I wanna hold you high,
And steal your pain
Cause I'm broken,
When I'm lonesome,
And I don't feel right,
When you're gone away.
You got away,
You don't feel me anymore
He looked into her eyes as they danced, and the words sung were true to how he had felt so many years ago. She smiled at him.
The worst is over now,
And we can breathe again.
I wanna hold you high,
And Steal my Pain away.
There's so much left to learn,
And no one left to fight,
I wanna hold you high,
And steal your pain.
She looked into his eyes then, her pain evident. He caressed her face.
Cause I'm broken,
When I'm open,
And I don't feel like,
I am strong enough
Cause I'm Broken,
When I'm lonesome,
And I don't feel right,
When you're gone away.
He closed the distance between them, his hands framing her face as he did so. She kissed him back.
Cause I'm broken,
When I'm, open,
And I don't feel like,
I am strong enough
Cause I'm broken,
When I'm lonesome,
And I don't feel right,
When you're gone away…
You got away…
You don't feel me…
Anymore…
(Seether/Ami Lee)
Afterwards, the music kept on going, leading into a faster rock sound. He took her by the hand, and left the club. They were now walking under the moonlit sky, the stars shining brightly.
"I want to show you something special," He whispered to her, and led her through some of the woods. He kept his grip firm on her hand, and led her to a barren part of the woods, where a small silver pond glowed in the moon-light. It looked like a garden inside of a natural one. She looked around the place, amazed at what she was seeing. Silver roses were blooming all over the place, as well as blue and black. She was entranced by the beauty of it. She looked over her shoulder to see a vine-covered swing. Her eyes lit up as she rushed to it. Seiya smiled, following her. He knew she would love the swing.
She took a seat, and he begun to swing her gently. She smiled up at him. He picked on of the roses out of its bushes, and placed it behind her ear, after taking out the thorns. She smiled up at him again.
"So, what is this place?" She asked softly as he pushed her in the swing.
"Well…You'll laugh at me," He said, bushing.
"I won't…Tell me," She asked again, and he nodded.
"It's my secret place. I came here when we got back, when I couldn't get any peace and quiet. The roses were beautiful, and so I cultivated the place, and made it something special. It reminded me of you…That's why…" He explained, and noticed two a tear on both sides of her eyes. He rushed to her side, wiping them off her face.
He pleaded with her. She smiled at him.
"You don't know the difference between sad cries and happy cries, do you?" She asked, giggling gently. She looked at the stars, and gasped in happiness.
"What is it?" Seiya asked.
"A shooting star!" She replied.
"Make a wish, Odango," He suggested, reaching for his pocket.
She closed her eyes, making her wish. When she opened her eyes, she saw Seiya in front of her, on one knee. Her hands were covering her mouth. He smiled gently at her, and she noticed he was shaking. He was nervous. He brought the small box into view, and opened it.
"Usagi…Will you marry me?" He asked, and his heart went on hold for those few long seconds.
She stared at the ring. It was silver, and in the middle, there was a small diamond star, and surrounding it was a gold moon. It was truly beautiful.
"Seiya…" Was all she could say.
His heart pounded as he waited for her answer. She was still getting over the shock of his proposing. She noticed he was looking a little scared, and her eyes warmed to his. Tears once more flowed from her eyes, but he didn't stop them.
"Yes"
----Three Weeks later---
"Where is that girl! She'll be late for her own wedding!" Haruka shouted, looking everywhere for the young bride. She finally found her, speaking with Micheru. Haruka sweat-dropped.
--Flashback—
"Haruka-kun, Micheru-chan, Hotaru-chan, Setsuna-chan, Kakyuu-chan, Maker-chan, Healer-chan!" Usagi chirped as loud as she could when they got to the castle. All of them were in the throne room discussing matters of Earth when they heard Usagi's chirps. She ran into the throne room, beaming like they had never seen before.
"What is it, Koneko-chan?" Haruka questioned, and Usagi started jumping up and down.
"He, Seiya, he…He, Seiya…" Usagi kept chirping.
"Yes, what of Seiya?" Micheru asked, giggling at the younger girl's excitement.
"He asked me to marry him!"
---End flashback---
Haruka had had a "woman to man" conversation with Seiya, both of them agreeing on everything. Haruka respected Seiya more now than ever. All he wanted was Usagi's happiness, and would die to protect it. He loved her, Haruka could tell.
"KO-NE-KO-CHAN!" Haruka mock yelled at the girl, who mock cringed, and turned around. Micheru and Setsuna were Usagi's bridesmaids, while Haruka was giving her away, and Hotaru was the ring bearer. Healer and Maker were reverted back to their "Earth" forms, and were to be Seiya's best men. Kakyuu was going to have the honor of marrying them. She had practically begged to. She was like Usagi in so many aspects.
"Come on, Koneko-chan, you'll be late for your own wedding!" Haruka joked.
"Hai!" Usagi giggled, and they made their way to the church a few miles away from the castle. With Haruka's driving, they managed to make it there on time.
---In the church---
He couldn't remember a time when he was more nervous than he was today. Yaten and Taiki were sitting in the pews, waiting for everyone on the planet to get there. Everyone was invited, for this was technically a royal wedding. Kakyuu was getting prepared, and prancing around like a school-girl.
Soon, the pews were full. It was almost time to start. Seiya was pulling at his collar. He sincerely hoped he could make Usagi happy. He knew he could. But what if he couldn't? What everything went all wrong? He knew he had made the right choice, but was afraid that she would leave him again.
Taiki put a reassuring hand on his comrade's shoulder, and smiled.
"Don't worry. She loves you, Seiya," He reassured his friend. Yaten nodded. Then the two of them began to scan the crowd. Their eyes widened at a group of girls in the back. One had blue hair that came to her neck and blue eyes, one had blonde hair that was to her thighs and also blue eyes, another had black hair that reached her thighs as well with violet eyes, and the last had her brown hair pulled into a ponytail with dark green eyes.
"It's them," Yaten whispered, and Taiki nodded. It was them, but it wasn't them at the same time. Their souls had refused to give up to death, in order to protect their princess. These girls had no idea who they were.
Suddenly, the traditional bridal music was played, and the doors opened to the bridesmaids, wearing simple white gowns. And then Hotaru walked the isle, throwing rose petals all over the ground. And then, finally, Haruka walked in, wearing a tux, arm in arm with Usagi.
Seiya went wide-eyed at the beauty before him. She was wearing a simple wedding gown, strapless, and shaped to a bell at the bottom. Her hair was decorated with roses she had asked Seiya to pick for her, and her hair was pulled back into a single bun, with the rest flowing freely in curls. She looked like the princess she was. He was awe stricken. In her hands, another batch of roses she had requested of him to pick.
Everyone was admiring the beautiful alien before them.
"Ahem," Kakyuu cleared her throat after they reached the alter, Usagi and Seiya arm in arm.
"Who gives this princess away?" Kakyuu asked, and the outer senshi stood.
"We, the outer senshi, do," Haruka said for them. Kakyuu smiled and continued.
"Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to celebrate the joining of Kou Seiya and Tsuskino Usagi," She began, and winked at Usagi.
"You may now say your vows," Kakyuu said, surprising them both. They hadn't expected to say their own vows. Seiya shrugged, and turned to Usagi. The words began to pour before he could stop them.
"Usagi…I love you, and I always will. I will protect you, and do anything you wish. I would lay down my life for your happiness. I hope I make a good husband that you truly deserve. I certainly will do my best. I will never strike you; I will never de-grade you, and that I can promise!" He said, smiling. She was as well. She knew his words were true. It was her turn, now.
"Seiya…" She began; about to reveal a secret she kept from even him. "I loved you since the day we went on our first date." His eyes went wide. She continued. "I couldn't tell you, for I was afraid and confused. But I stand here before you with my mind made up. I want to be your wife. I want to make you happy. I will do anything to make you happy as well. I'd die for you as well. I love you so much…" She finished, afraid to look him in the eye. When she did, she saw tears of happiness flowing. She smiled, wiping them away. He chuckled.
"Don't you know the difference between sad cries and happy ones," He jokingly said.
"If there is anyone who opposes this marriage, let them speak now or forever hold your peace," Kakyuu said. No one said a thing.
"The rings, please!" Kakyuu stated, and a little girl ad boy brought them. Usagi's was that of a diamond moon engulfed by a golden star. Seiya's was a band of gold stars, and in the center, a diamond moon. It was simple, but it was sentimental because she had picked it out for him, as he had picked hers out.
"By the power vested in me," She glanced over to Seiya. "You may kiss the bride."
He removed the veil around her face, and cupped her chin. Closing the distance between them, claps were heard throughout the church.
"I now pronounce you husband and wife!" Kakyuu stated.
Usagi ad Seiya broke the kiss.
"All right everyone!" Kakyuu said, silencing the room. She sweat-dropped. "It's time for the reception!"
The reception was lovely. Music was in the air, and there was food like you've never seen. Usagi was starving, but actually held it in until after she and Seiya fed a piece to one another. Then everyone dug in.
Seiya danced with his bride, holding her close.
"May I cut in?" Haruka asked, and Seiya nodded.
"Haruka-kun, are you enjoying yourself?" Usagi asked, and smiled when Haruka nodded, and then smiled.
"He will make you happy," Haruka said, surprising Usagi.
"Now, may I cut in?" Micheru asked, and Usagi nodded. They went off into their own little world. She felt Seiya's arm around her waist. He put a finger to his mouth, and drug her to a motorcycle that was parked out front.
He placed her on the motorcycle, and went to get the money Yaten, Taiki, and Kakyuu left for them. It would be enough for a wonderful honeymoon, and to buy Usagi some new clothes. He checked his wallet one ore time before mounting the motorcycle himself. He took his tux coat off, instructing Usagi to wear it so she wouldn't get cold.
"It's rude to leave our own reception," Usagi stated. Seiya shook his head.
"Not here. Here, we're supposed to leave during the reception. It's custom," He said.
"Hold on tight," He told her, and she wrapped her arms around him as he started the motorcycle, and took off. She was his only concern now, and now no one could harm her without dealing with him. Now, he could protect her fully, and love her without worrying about what anyone would say.
"Aishiteru Odango," He whispered in the wind.
"Aishiteru, Seiya," Usagi said at the same time, and both of them smiled as he drove them to their destination.
A/N: KAWAII! This is my first attempt at a song intertwined chapter, along with a lovey-dovey chapter. It's totally opposite of how I write…for the most part. It was…cute…AHHHHHHHHHH! The penguins steal my SANITY! And my DARK WRITINGNESS! MWUAHAHAHAHA! LOL J/K. Tell me what you think! I hope I made some readers happy! Thanks you guys.
Moonlove-Thanks for being my 1st reviewer! I am continuing! LOL
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