Chapter Seven: I Do

Vayne: Here we are...the final chapter.

Elsword: It's been fun, hasn't it?

Chung: Yeah.

Vayne: Yeah, this has been an amazing story to write, and I want to thank Element-OverLord for presenting the original idea that made me think of this interesting story-line. Anyway, enjoy the final chapter of Truth or Dare to Love!


Raven and Chung walked through the busy streets of Elder. Chung had asked Raven about what he should do about a wedding ring, and Raven knew someone reliable, and who always did top quality work.

"So, you think you made the right choice?" Raven asked.

"Yes. I'm happy, she's happy, and we're going to get married. I don't see how I could have made a choice that would have been more right." Chung smiled, looking up to the sky.

"Well, I'm happy for you. Hey, we're here." It was an unfamiliar shop, a new one. They walked inside, and a tall, blonde man was busy organizing something in one of the display cases. Raven tapped his shoulder.

"Yes? How can I- Raven!" The man held Raven's hand strongly, giving him a pat on the back, "Man, you look well! Haven't seen you for a while."

"Good to see you again Victor. I have a request." Raven looked over at Chung, motioning him over.

"Aite, and what is it?" Chung looked up at the unusually tall man.

"I want you to make me a pair of gold wedding rings, with this placed as a design in each of them." Chung pulled out the purple El shard he found at the beach last week, and Victor took it, examining it.

"An El shard in a wedding ring? That's a first. What sizes?" Chung didn't know what to say. and Raven pulled Victor to the side, explaining to him. Victor nodded, taking out a small note pad and drawing the design. He turned back to Chung, "By the way, who's this?"

"Chung, or better known as Prince Seiker."

"The prince? Not what I expected, he's a lot nicer than any prince I've ever heard of." Victor laughed, "Well, I'll start working on it now, but it will be, maybe, a couple days before they're ready. Do you have any other shards?"

"No, and even if I did, I want it to be that one." Victor stared at the fragment, analyzing it.

"This is going to be mighty difficult. Do you want any particular design?"

"Not really, but nothing to extravagant." Chung said, and Victor nodded.

"Alright you two, get out. I'm closing up shop to start working on some other orders, but I'll make this a priority."

"Thank you Victor." Raven bowed.

"Hey, no need for that formal crap. A friend of Raven's is a friend of mine! Now get out of here!" Victor laughed, and disappeared behind the back door, and Raven and Chung left the shop.

"Don't worry Chung, Victor's a master craftsman. He'll get the job done." Raven noticed a look of worry on Chung's face, "Everything alright?"

"How painful will it be?" Chung looked at Raven, "How much pain will Elsword be in due to my decision?" Raven sighed, placing a hand on his shoulder.

"I don't know, but it's common knowledge that it's excruciating. You can make it up to her, by staying with her when it happens." Raven smiled then, "Well, if you're getting married, we need to get you a tux! And better than that, we're going to have a bachelor party."

"What?"

"Don't even try to weasel out of it, it's all part of getting married. We'll take the truck out maybe, head out somewhere, get a drink or two. Just have a night out. Rena's going to drag Elsword to a bachelorette party, so don't even think about leaving me out to dry."

"Besides just hanging out apparently, what would we do?"

"Cause some trouble? Or, it's been a good long time since we had a good spar."


five days later


Elsword woke up suddenly, the moon still descending behind the mountains. She held her head, feeling dizzy. She slowly got out of bed, heading to the bathroom. She accidentally stumbled, bumping into her dresser and knocking over a small metal box, which fell onto the floor with a loud clatter. Elsword began to feel increasingly dizzy, then hurried into the restroom, opened the toilet, and threw up. She heard her door fly open, and Chung ran into the bath room.

"Elsword! Are you alright?!" As if in answer, Elsword puked again.

"Oh...I feel dizzy..." They turned to see Rena standing in the doorway, and Elsword puked again.

"Chung, it's alright." Rena placed a hand on his shoulder.

"What is it?"

"Morning sickness. One of those nasty pregnancy side effects." Rena knelt down next to Elsword, rubbing her back, "Just let it out. Chung, get her some cold water." Chung nodded, and hurried out the door.

"I feel horrible." Elsword sighed, wiping her mouth with a towel.

"You're going to for the next few months. Don't worry, I'll help you cope."

"How do I cope with this?" Elsword threw up again, coughing harshly. Chung returned with a glass of water, which Rena handed to her.

"Sip on this, slowly." Elsword gently sipped the water, sighing, "Tea helps as well. The best thing you can do is stay away from anything that may upset your stomach."

"Okay...thanks Rena." Rena helped her back to the bed.

"Now get back to sleep, we're still taking you out for your bachelorette party in the morning."

"What about Chung?" Elsword mumbled, insanely tired.

"Me and Raven are just gonna kick it back and relax here. You have fun dear." Chung kissed her brow, smiling at her.

"Good night...Chung..." Elsword fell asleep, snoring lightly. Chung and Rena retired to bed, and Elsword luckily did not have any more fits during the night.


Elsword and the girls drove through the country, Rena driving them to a place she just referred to as a secret. Elsword was slightly miffed, wishing she would just tell them already. They were driving through a long tree tunnel in silence, Eve and Aisha simply looking into each other's eyes, Rena scanning the area as if looking for some important feature, and Elsword drifted off thinking of Chung. I wonder what he's doing right now. Probably partying with Raven somewhere. As long as he has fun, I don't care what he does. Rena slowly stopped the car, Elsword and the others staring at what was before them. It was a flat rock wall, with a white marble door, with intricate emerald carvings decorating it, affixed to the wall.

"Rena, where are we?" Elsword asked, getting out of the car, followed by Eve and Aisha. Rena smiled, walked in front of the door, and turned to look at them.

"This is my home." Everyone stared at her.

"This is your house?" Aisha stared at the door, which would be a priceless artifact if found by humans.

"Yes, none of you have ever seen an elven home, so I decided to bring you here. There's lots to do in here, so let me show you around." Rena opened the door, and everyone stared at the sudden change in environment. The walls and floor were formed of intricately carved marble, just like the door. A large harp sat in the corner on a large pedestal. They jumped as a large, white bird flew down to greet them. Rena gently held out her arm, letting it perch on it.

"Rena, what is that?" Eve had never seen anything of the sort before.

"This is my pet, Gwynvid. She's a white phoenix."

"It's beautiful!" Elsword stared at the majestic bird, and it eyed her as well.

"Aww, did you miss me?" Rena gently kissed the birds beak, and it flew over and perched on the harp. Rena motioned for the others to follow her, and opened another door. It led, strangely, outside. Before them was a large garden, the flowers swaying in some nonexistent breeze. Rena took them through the garden to a large pool, water falling into it from three points. Continuing, Rena showed them a large library, filled with elven books. They soon returned to the living room, and Rena walked over to the large harp. She sat down on the stool, and began to strum a melody, the calming sound making Elsword drowsy. She played for several minutes, her hands flying from string to string. Eve and Aisha examined other aspects of the house, and disappeared to the garden. As Rena finished the song, she got up and walked over to Elsword.

"Rena, what was that song?" Elsword had no idea if it was off the top of her head, or if it meant something. Rena smiled warmly.

"It's an ancient piece, which has been used at marriages for generations. I played it for you." Elsword felt embarrassed.

"Rena, you shouldn't have!"

"Elsword. We love you, and we're all so glad you and Chung are happy and getting married tomorrow." Rena held her tightly, "But another question, who will be your bridesmaid? I don't think it should be me, as I've spent so much time with you, helping you accustom to being a girl."

"If you think so. But how can I decide between Eve and Aisha?" Rena stared at her.

"Elsword, I think you should choose Eve, but it's your choice." Rena stood up, and walked off to the library. Elsword sat there, thinking. Eve? She's always been very kind and supportive, and I never managed to thank her for it. Rena's right, I'll ask Eve. Elsword looked up to see Eve walk in from the garden.

"Eve?" Elsword stood up, walking over to her.

"Yes Elsword?" Eve stood there, perfectly dignified and elegant.

"Would you...be interested in being my bridesmaid?" Elsword asked, looking at her intently. She noticed Eve's eyes light up, and she hugged Elsword tightly.

"I would be honored!" Eve smiled, and Elsword hugged her in return.

"I felt it would be right, as I never managed to thank you. I'm sorry."

"Don't be, you've been busy. After all, your pregnant, and getting married tomorrow. Come on, cheer up, and let's find Rena." They disappeared into the long hallway leading to the library, and eventually found Rena and Aisha looking over a large book about the history of the elves. Rena beckoned them over, and began to explain her lineage, which everyone found immensely interesting. The whole time, Elsword was constantly distracted by her thoughts of Chung.


"Come on Chung! That all you got?!" Raven yelled, nimbly dodging a cannon blast and a round of grenades.

"I'm just warming up! Bring it!" Chung swung his Destroyer, which Raven blocked with his Nasod arm, then flipped over it, delivering an overhead strike which Chung blocked with his cannon. While Raven couldn't see him, he dropped another grenade on the floor, and leapt back, remotely detonating it. Raven's heightened senses made him leap back, swiftly dodging the explosion. They both looked up at the fading sun.

"That was a good match Chung. It was nice to fight you again."

"Same here. Wonder where the girls are." Raven shrugged.

"Not sure, but we better go pick up the rings."

After a good long walk, they finally arrived at Victor's shop. Raven eased the door open, seeing Victor, once again, organizing his merchandise. He noticed them, and disappeared to the back, Chung could hear him rummaging around.

"Well, I don't see how they could have turned out any better." Victor walked up, and handed Chung a pair of identical gold bands, with thin, purple lines circling the bands. They El shard had been forged with the gold, making it a single object, and perfectly smooth. The shard sparkled in the morning light.

"Victor, thank you." Chung bowed, and Victor scoffed.

"I remember saying no formal crap in my store. It's the least I could do." Victor laughed, and Raven patted his shoulder.

"Are you coming to the ceremony?"

"Can't, I'm swamped with work. But I'll sure as hell try." Victor turned back to Chung, "Either way, congratulations Chung. I hope you'll be happy with the lucky lady."

"I most certainly will. Thank you Victor. We won't bother you any longer." Chung started for the door.

"Oh, feel free to stop by if you need something made. I can make much more than rings let me tell you. Farewell." They waved goodbye, and headed back home. As they approached the house, they saw the truck parked in the garage, and Rena sitting on the front step. She greeted them, and ran towards Raven, embracing him when she reached them.

"Hey Rena, welcome back." Raven kissed her gently, "How was your day?"

"Fun, you two get the rings?" Rena looked over at Chung, who nodded, "Good. Chung, Elsword is waiting for you. She's been thinking about you all day."

"As have I." Chung said, walking towards the door. He walked inside, greeted by Elsword wrapping her arms around him.

"Welcome back dear." She kissed him gently, smiling.

"Welcome back my love. Have fun today?"

"Yep, what about you?"

"Eh, it was fine. Had a nice spar with Raven, haven't done that in a long time." They walked upstairs, but Eve pulled Elsword back downstairs.

"Eve, what are you doing?"

"Starting now, you have to stay out of Chung's sight until the ceremony."

"Why?" Elsword didn't want to be away from Chung so a day.

"So he can be completely stunned when you come down the walkway to meet him. How's that for a reason?" Elsword sighed, "Besides, we have a lot of work to do. So get some sleep, we'll be waking you up early tomorrow." Elsword walked to her room, glancing over as she passed Chung's door. She closed her door, and crawled into bed. She was overjoyed. Tomorrow, I marry the man I love. It's so hard to believe why I'm here now. Elsword drifted off to sleep, dreaming of their future. She hoped for a lovely baby boy, his eyes just like his fathers. Just down the hall, Chung was praying for a beautiful baby girl, her crimson eyes identical to her mothers. Chung finally went to sleep, praying for their life together to be nothing but bliss.


"Aisha, where's the eye liner?" Eve couldn't find it, and was still working on the rest of Elsword's makeup. She sat patiently, letting Eve, Aisha, and Rena work over her. She had simply closed her eyes, keeping Chung in her mind to pass the time.

"Got it!" Aisha handed Eve the eyeliner, and Elsword opened her eyes, letting Eve apply it with professional quickness. Rena switched places with her, and began to work with her hair. She planned to have a single large braid over the rest of her hair, which Aisha was currently brushing to make sure it was all smooth. The ceremony was only five hours off, and Eve still had to track down the correct gown for her, Rena had to fetch the flowers, and Aisha had to find the veil. As Rena finished her hair, she heard a metal knocking on the door.

"Stay out!" Rena almost shrieked.

"Whoa! I just came to tell you I picked up the flowers for you." Raven, against his natural survival instincts, eased open the door, sliding the bouquet though the door. Rena snatched it from his hand, and he quickly closed the door and walked back to help Chung get ready. Rena walked off, making sure each flower was correct.

"Rena, do you have to be such a perfectionist?" Elsword sighed, not sure why Rena was in a state of overdrive over the whole matter.

"The last wedding I was a part of went south, I'm making sure yours is absolutely perfect." Rena set the bouquet down, and called for Eve, "Did you find it yet?!"

"Yes! Aisha, track down that bloody veil!" As Aisha darted into the closet, Eve walked up with a white, silk gown. Strings of pearls were hanging from the fabric, and the largest strand hung down, with a large sapphire attacked to it, which reflected the white, making a light cyan color. Elsword stood up, and Eve and Rena began to get her into the dress, as Elsword was stripped of her clothing the moment she was awoken. Raven knocked on the door again.

"We have to head out now, where is Aisha?" The plan was that Aisha would drive the rented limo back to the house, as Raven and Chung had to be there earlier to take care of some things for the ceremony.

"Aisha!" Rena called for her, and she quickly emerged from the closet, handing Eve the veil, and quickly left the room.

"Be back in a bit!" They could be heard running off, and the sound of the car could be heard. Once they were gone, Eve and Rena had gotten Elsword into the dress, and admired their finished work.

"Elsword...you look absolutely incredible!" Rena sighed, and Eve gently smoothed out the dress.

"Do I need the veil?" It wasn't difficult to see through, but it felt uncomfortable on her head.

"Yes. You do." Rena pulled the veil up, staring into her eyes, "I feel like crying."

"Please don't, because then I'll want to hug you and then you're both going to flip out."

"Good point. Come on, Aisha will be back soon. The ceremony will start once we get there, so get ready."

"Rena, I've been ready for the past week. I can't wait to get down that aisle. The slow walk will be unbearable." Elsword sighed. Raven was not only best man, but was going to walk Elsword down the aisle.

"You just have to bear with it. In just a little while, you'll be saying the magic words." Rena sighed, then they heard Aisha honk the horn, and they slowly made their way to the car, careful not to ruffle Elsword's dress.

"Alright, let's go!" Aisha turned the limo around, and headed back to Elder Cathedral. Elsword was suddenly nervous. I can't believe it's finally happening. I'm coming for you Chung.


The cathedral was filled to the brim. All the people Elsword had met on her and her friends journey had come to the ceremony, even Victor managed to finish his orders and attend. Raven waited for the girls in the corridor, gently kissing Rena before her and the other two girls headed inside, and took their seats. Elsword sighed, her chest feeling tight.

"You ready?" Raven held out his hand, and Elsword placed her hand in his, nodding.

As the wedding march sounded off, the doors opened, and Raven and Elsword began the slow, and painful, walk down the aisle. The whole time, Elsword stared at Chung, as did he. His eyes were wide, amazed at what the girls had done with her. It felt like an eternity, Chung being so close, yet so far away. When they finally reach him, Raven took her hand and placed it in Chung's, then took his place as best man. Elsword and Chung turned, hand in hand, and looked at the father. After a deep breath, he began the sermon.

"Dearly beloved. We are gathered together, here in the sight of our lord, to witness the joining of two lovers in holy matrimony. Are you Prince Chung Seiker?"

"I am."

"And are you Elsword Sieghart?"

"I am."

"If there are any present who may give just reason as to why these two may not be conjoined in holy matrimony, speak now, or forever hold your peace." A minute of silence past, "So be it." Elsword's heart flew in her chest. This is it. We're finally getting married! "Do you, Chung Seiker, take Elsword Sieghart to be your lawfully wedded wife? To love and protect until death do you part?"

"I do." Chung said without a moments beat in between.

"And do you, Elsword Sieghart, take Chung Seiker as your lawfully wedded husband? To love and to care for until death bid you part?"

"I do." Elsword said.

"Then I now pronounce you, husband and wife." Chung turned, and slid the ring onto her left ring finger, as she did the same to him, "You may kiss the bride." Chung removed the veil, held her tightly, and kissed her. The quests applauded, overjoyed at another pair forever bound together in love. Chung and Elsword walked out to the limo, accompanied by the others, and departed for home.

"It really happened, we're married." Elsword kissed Chung again.

"We are my love. Forever."


Nine months later


"Aisha, get us more water!" Rena ordered, and Aisha ran out of the room to the kitchen. Elsword lay on her bed, a large white sheet laid underneath her. She clenched Chung's hand, her face contorted in pain, "Come on Elsword, you're doing so well. Now push."

"AAAAAAH!" Elsword screamed in agony, they pain unending. Oh god! Please, just end already! Chung, not knowing what to do, held her hand tighter.

"You can do it Elsword. I know you can." Elsword looked at him, and began to speak but was interrupted by another scream.

"Elsword, it's almost out! Keep pushing!" Rena encouraged her. Against her will, she pushed as hard as she could, doing all she could not to show the pain she was in. With a final massive effort, Rena held the newborn as it slid out, cutting the cord and trying it inward. Elsword lay panting on her bed, trying to see her child.

"What...is...it?" Elsword panted. Please, give me a wonderful baby boy. Rena looked back down, and as Aisha came back into the room, handed her the baby.

"Elsword, it looks like you have another one." Rena knelt back down, making sure, "You have two."

"Wh...what...?" Elsword couldn't believe it. Two children? Could she continue?

"Come on Elsword, it's almost over. Once more, push!" Pushing as hard as she could, she tried to force her other child into the real world. Another scream escaped her throat, making Chung cringe in worry, "Don't worry, it's almost here! One more!" With another great push, another child eased its way out of her, Rena cutting the cord again and tying it. She took the other child from Aisha, and examined them carefully. Smiling, she walked over the side of the bed, "One healthy boy, and one healthy girl." Gently, she handed Elsword her children, She smiled, staring at them.

"They're...beautiful...look Chung." As Chung looked into his children's eyes, he saw they were a lovely violet, as if their parents eye colors had mixed to gift them with their eyes. Elsword held their son, and Chung gently held their daughter. He looked at Elsword, taking her hand.

"Elsword, you are amazing. I'm sorry I put you in so much pain." Elsword smiled sweetly at him, Aisha tucking her underneath the sheets.

"Don't worry, now that it's over, I deem that pain a minor setback." Elsword's eyes fluttered, losing consciousness. Rena gently took their son as she fell asleep, and they left the room.

"Chung, what will you name them?" She looked at the young girl in his arms.

"I'm not sure. I'll ask Elsword what she wants to name them when she wakes up." Chung sighed. Here we are. Married, parents, and hopelessly happy. Thank you Elsword. For everything.


Two years later


"Welcome back Chung, how was training?" Elsword sat on the living room sofa at Raven and Chung entered from the backyard, holding their children in her arms.

"It went fine. Did she miss me?" He walked over to her, looking at their daughter.

"Yes, Elyce wouldn't stop asking for you." She handed the young, red haired girl to her father.

"Daddy!" She held him tightly. Almost as if it had been fate, their daughter, Chung's dream, had become increasingly attached to him, and their son, Elsword's dream, attached to her. Their son, Chanel, lay on Elsword's lap, fast asleep.

"It's been a chaotic past few years hasn't it?"

"I'll say. Your change, Rena and Raven getting married not long after us." Chung sighed, "I still remember when she said her first word." Chung stared at his daughter, petting her hair.

"Yes, she's been learning very well. I'm so thankful Rena has been helping me with their education before they're old enough for school." She felt Chanel squirm on her lap, "Well, good morning sleepyhead." Chanel groaned, sat up, and buried his face between Elsword's breasts. She sighed, "He's still attached to these."

"He's a dedicated little guy isn't he?" Chung laughed, sitting down next to Elsword, and staring into her eyes, "Just like you." He gently kissed her, and glanced out the window, "It's almost time for these two to go to bed."

"Agreed. And," Chung looked at her, "I'm feeling a little, bored. If you know what I mean. It's been a long while since we last did something, 'fun'." Chung smiled.

"Well then, what say we put these two in their room, flip the little switch, and have a good, good night?"

"I say that's a splendid idea." They got up, headed upstairs, just past Eve's room, and opened the door to the separate bedroom they made once the children were born. Two cradles were inside, next to two beds for when they were both grown up. They gently laid them down in their cribs, pulling their hand knitted blankets over them, and quietly left the room. They went to Chung's room, locked the door, turned on a small switch to turn on a noise canceling field around the room, an anniversary present from Eve, and disrobed. As they crawled into bed, Elsword gently whispered into his ear.

"I love you Chung, until the day we die." Chung smirked.

"I love you, even when our souls leave this earth I will stay by your side."

"Flatterer, let's do this." Elsword kissed him again, their bodies rubbing together.

In the children's room, Rena and Raven gazed at Elsword and Chung's little wonders. She leaned against him, smiling.

"One day, would you want children Raven?" She looked up into his eyes. He looked back, smiling.

"How about instead of one day, we make it tonight?" Raven swept her off her feet, and walked out into the hall, heading for Rena's room. As they entered, Raven locked the door, and flipped the switch.

Inside Eve's room, Eve and Aisha slept in each other's arms. They knew they would never have children, but being together was more than enough. Aisha looked into Eve's eyes, as did she.

"Eve?"

"Hmm?"

"I think, that that awkward dare was the best thing that has, and ever will happen in our lives." Eve pulled her in, kissing her gently.

"Agreed."

Several hours later, Elsword lay on top of her love, tired and panting. Chung smiled, quite happy with himself. Elsword, glassy eyed, looked up at him.

"How...where did you...learn to do that?" Elsword panted, still in shock.

"A little experiment I've been itching to try." Chung wrapped his arms around her tightly, kissing her sweetly, "I love you Elsword, and I dare you to try and make me more happy than I am now." Elsword smiled.

"I love you Chung, and I dare you to stay by my side forever." Chung smiled.

"Well, that's an easy one." They drifted off to sleep, holding each other in their arms. They dreamed of the past. The game of truth or dare, Elsword's transformation, the trip down to the coast, and their special night alone in the rock pool. Never again would Chung be embarrassed of his love for her. Never again would Elsword cry, or be saddened by hardships. As long as they had each other, and the thought that they both loved one another, nothing would obstruct their life. They would raise their children with all the love of every parent in the world, caring and being the best they could be. One day they would pass down their weapons and armor to their children, and teach them to defend themselves, and others. As they slept, they muttered simultaneously.

"I love you."

END


Vayne: That's it...it's over. *tears up*

Elsword: It was a wonderful story, and don't you have a little something to say?

Chung: Yeah, something important.

Vayne: Ah yes! This story is by far my best work, and a milestone in my time here at Fanfiction. As of the time I finished this story, I achieved one thousand views on a single story! I want to thank everyone for their support, and I am honored that you have enjoyed this story! I don't know if I'll ever be able to top this, but I will do my best to make another great and interesting story. I'd like to thank Element-OverLord for the pairing idea, ShadisticArchdevil for helping me with Elsword's last name, JohnnyBravo500, DevilWold641, and VocalMaiden for your support, and you, the reader. Thank you for sticking with me, and good luck with your own fan fictions! Farewell, and until next time!