i had some free time today, so this one is extra long =] hope you appreciate it. (and like how i made their wedding day the release day for the new games heartgold and soulsilver) =]]
7: Preparing
Misty sat on the floor of the new nursery. It was perfect, finally perfect. It was a few weeks after Christmas. Brock, Angela and Ash's mom were thrilled to learn of their exciting news. Ash's mom had even brought an extra special present.
Misty remembered opening it, and gasping.
"It was Ash's," Delia had said. The crib was white, and the bedding was decorated in fire pokemon. "Fire was his father's favorite." Misty had felt very touched. She gave Delia a huge hug. She also had a changing table and a high chair, all with matching pieces. "I think they will be put to good use." Misty smiled and nodded.
It was now set up in the large nursery. It sat beside Misty's old crib, which was decorated with water pokemon. Walls were red on two sides, and blue on the other two. They had bought wall trimming that showed water and fire pokemon. Both teens had laughed about how the room was going to make their twins opposite. They had the changing tables set up next to each other on the opposite wall of the cribs. Ash had bought two small dressers and painted them white. He stenciled fire pokemon on one and water pokemon on the other. There was a large toy box, with all different kinds of pokemon, filled with toys. There was a pokemon carpet on the floor that showed baby pokemon playing with blocks. The room would be perfect for their twins.
The next day was Valentine's day. Misty had been to the doctor and been officially cleared last week. Still, Ash didn't want to take any risks. They hadn't done anything more than engage in a few passionate kisses. She was hoping tonight would change his mind. She heard his footsteps on the stairs. She smiled. He stepped into the room.
"C'mon Misty, we're gonna be late." Ash turned around and walked out. Late, late for what? Misty pulled herself off the floor. At 4 months, she was just beginning to show. She considered herself lucky for making it this far. With twins, she wouldn't be able to walk by the end of it. She caught up to Ash in the bedroom. He was wearing dress pants and a tie.
"Get dressed." Ash told her. "I'll go feed the pokemon. We are going out tonight." He walked out of the room.
"Well, he was dressed nice. I better dress well also."
Misty pulled on a short, black dress. It was ruffled, so you couldn't see her bulge at all. Even though she knew it was due to pregnancy, she couldn't help but feel a little self-conscious. She was used to having a washboard stomach from all her swimming. She put make up on and curled her long, orange hair. She had let it grow out, and it was slightly past her shoulders. She often wore it in her trademark side ponytail, but tonight left it down. She pulled heels onto her feet. She noticed they were a little snug.
"Another sign of pregnancy," Misty sighed. She went downstairs to meet Ash. He smiled.
"You look beautiful," he said. He held out her coat and she pulled it onto her shoulders. He then held out his arm. She looped hers through his and they walked out the door. They headed toward the back, not the street.
"Where are we going?" Misty asked Ash. They reached the edge of the lake. Ash had had a dock built so they, and their kids, could go swimming. A small boat sat at the end of it. Ash helped her onto the boat and onto the bench in front. He slid down behind the wheel and draped a blanket over Misty. She snuggled into him as he stared the engine.
"I didn't know we got a boat."
"I know. It's called a surprise." Ash chuckled. They drove in silence, towards the far side of the beautiful lake. It didn't take long.
"Where are we?" Misty asked Ash.
"I found out that the other side of the lake is Pewter City. The road is a much longer way. There's another surprise." Ash parked the at the dock and helped Misty off the boat. They walked up a nice path. They were behind the gym and a house was built a short distance from it. They turned onto the path leading toward the house. Ash knocked on the door.
"Hey, Ash, Misty, come in!" Brock answered the door. They stepped into the house. "It's great that you guys were able to come down tonight."
"Why tonight?" Misty asked. She felt like she was the only one being kept in the dark. She was. They walked into the living room to see Angela sitting on the couch, holding a baby. Misty gasped and ran over.
"You had your baby? When?" Misty exclaimed. Angela smiled.
"Just this morning. They let us come home early. She was certainly big enough. She's 8 pounds and 6 oz. her name is Bridget Lindsey." Angela told Misty. Ash and walked over as well. Misty sat on the couch and Ash sat next to her. Angela passed her the baby. Misty looked down at the sleeping infant. Her skin was lighter than Brock's, but a little darker than Angela's. She looked like she had a summer tan. Her hair was blonde, and when she opened her eyes, she saw they were a deep blue.
"Oh, Ash, this is going to be us in a few months."
"Nope. That's going to be us times two." The group chuckled.
"You hear that Bridget? Your Auntie Misty and Uncle Ash are going to give you two best friends, instead of one." She looked up when she heard the oven ding. She smiled.
"Brock, are we going to be treated to one of your amazing meals?" She asked.
"Of course. We haven't eaten together in ages." They sat down to eat, Bridget in a bassinet in the kitchen.
"Brock, that was amazing." Misty said as they were finished. "Thank you for having us over. We better get going, you guys are probably tired." She hugged Angela and Brock and kissed Bridget on the head. Ash hugged Angela and shook Brock's hand. He too, kissed Bridget and whispered something to her. They walked out the door and got back on the boat.
"That was perfect Ash, thank you."
"It's not over yet," he replied. He cut the engine in the middle of the lake. The sun was setting perfectly over the trees. It was really very beautiful. Ash turned to Misty.
"Misty, I love you. I want to be with you forever. I want to raise our children together, and have as many babies as you want. I don't care where we ever end up, as long as I am with you. I could never live without you. The day I found you in the snow, I almost lost it. I didn't know what I would do if I lost you. There would be no reason for me to live, if you were not in this world. I love you so much." He knelt to the floor and pulled out a ring box. He popped the top and a beautiful, diamond ring sparkled in the fading light. "Misty, will you marry me?"
Misty's mouth opened. "Ash…Ash that is so sweet. I love you too. I will never leave you ever. I knew I couldn't die, because I had to protect you, and your baby. You gave me the will to fight, and to live. Of course I will marry you Ash."
Ash smiled and pulled the ring from the box. He slid it onto her hand and kissed it. She pulled his face up to hers and kissed him. It was a long, passionate kiss. He pulled away.
"Let's get home so we can celebrate the right way." He turned the key in the ignition and sped toward home.
The wedding was the next month. Angela sat in the gym locker room with Misty. She was wearing her mother's dress, but it had needed a few changes. It needed to be let out in the middle, to accommodate her ever growing stomach. Angela was wearing a cerulean Maid of Honor dress. It would go perfectly with the background. They were being married at the end of the dock of the lake, behind their house. They had invited everyone. Misty's sisters were coming and were going to be the bridesmaids. Brock was Ash's best man. Ash's friends from his travels, Max, Ritchie and Tracey were going to be his groomsmen. Delia was the only parent in attendance. She was the only human in the front row, aside from Bridget, who she would be holding. The rest were Ash and Misty's pokemon. Of course they would be there. Professor Oak would also be there, as well as a few teachers from Pallet, who had taught Ash. They had also invited the whole town a Cerulean. Since most of these people would be on Misty's side, the other pokemon, like Brock's and Ritchie's would be sitting on Ash's side. Togepi was the flower girl and Pikachu was the ring bearer. Misty was walking herself down the aisle, since she pretty much raised herself.
"Actually, Ash helped me grow up the most. Traveling together. Too bad he can't walk me down, and marry me," she thought with a smile.
Everything was ready. The music started. Misty counted to 5 and followed out after Angela. She felt nervous, but she saw Ash at the end. He made her want to run down the aisle and throw herself into his arms. She restrained herself. She finally made it to the end of the aisle.
"Today, March 14, two young lovers will be joined in matrimony," the priest began.
He continued, and they read their hand written vows.
"You may now kiss the bride," the priest concluded. Ash leaned forward and kissed Misty sweetly. It was a good thing he was in control, otherwise she would not have kept things suitable for the young members of the audience. The night concluded with a great party. They toasted with wine, sparkling cider for Misty, and shoved cake in each other's faces. Brock made a wonderful speech about their travels, and how he always thought they would end up together.
"I want to thank Ash for helping make me the man I am today, and thank Misty for pulling me away from all those girls, so that I could meet my Angela. I hope you guys are as happy as us."
Misty smiled and kissed Ash. She knew they would be.