After The Storm Chapter 7, a victorious fanfic

Hey hey! This is like a record update time for me, considering the length of this chapter! You're welcome! To those who reviewed: Yes! Sam is an OC, but her mannerisms are based off of Allison, Ally Sheedy's character from The Breakfast Club.

Did anyone else see all the cute Bat moments in the last episode? It's called Andre's Horrible Girl, for those who haven't seen it. Bade and Cabbie can say what they want, Dan Schneider is setting them up, I know it! BAT FANS REJOICE!

This chapter is dedicated to EVERYONE who has ever reviewed this story or its prequel. You guys literally make my world go around.

DISCLAIMER: I don't own Victorious. Shocker. Nor do I own "I Will Always Love You" or "At Last"…RIP Whitney and Etta.

Tori was woken up at five AM by her blaring alarm clock. She groaned and hit it with one hand.

Unfortunately, all that did was cause her alarm clock to fall off of her bedstand with a huge crash. She sighed and sat up, pulling her sleep mask up.

There was no point in trying to go back to sleep now.

She yawned and shuffled to her bathroom. She had to be at Jade's in an hour. Why, she had no idea. She wasn't even in the wedding. Jade had just told her to be there. At least she'd have time to meet up with Andre before the ceremony.

She laughed a little bit-she'd never expected to say that sentence in her life.

Pulling on sweatpants and a t shirt, she wondered if she should take her things for the wedding. Tori sighed. Knowing Jade, this would take a while.

She'd better bring all of her stuff.

BATBATBAT

Cat was woken up at four AM by her phone ringing. She sighed and picked it up sleepily. "Hello?" she mumbled, lifting her sleep mask. "Cat, did you get the confirmation from the makeup lady?" Jade asked frantically. Cat ran a hand through her hair. "Prolly," she said with a huge yawn. "Probably or yes?" Jade asked in a panicked voice.

"I think it's downstairs," Cat replied. Jade ignored Cat's scratchy voice and slow responses. "You need to go get it," she said. Cat groaned. "Jade, it's like four in the morning," she said.

"Which only leaves us two hours before they come!" Jade shrieked loudly. Cat held the phone away and groaned again.

"All right, all right," she grumbled. She reached over the wall of pillows that separated her from Beck and poked him. "Beck," she whispered. "Beck!"

He groaned. "Hrmamagh," he grumbled into the pillow. Cat poked him again. "Get up," she whispered. He slowly sat up and ran a hand through his hair. "What?" he asked sleepily. Then his eyes got bigger. "You're not in labor, are you?" he asked nervously. Cat hit him. "No, of course not," she whispered.

He looked at the phone held to her ear. "Who's-"

"Jade," Cat responded. Beck nodded. "What do you need?" he asked, laying back down. "Jade wants the...something. Anyways, go get the folder by my computer and bring it up here," she said. Beck groaned. "Jade, you owe me," he said into the phone, getting up and stumbling out sleepily.

Cat sat in silence, yawning. "Does he still sleep in just boxers?" Jade asked after a minute. "Yeah," Cat said. "Does he still look good in them?" Jade asked. Beck walked back in and threw the folder on the bed. Car looked him up and down. "Yes," she said definitively. "So have you got the confirmation?" Jade asked.

Cat rifled through the folder and picked a piece of paper out. "We're good for 6 am today," she said with a little sigh. "Thank you so much, Cat. See you tomorrow," Jade said, hanging up.

Cat groaned and plopped back on her pillow. Beck put his head on the wall of pillows and rubbed her arm. "It's okay," he soothed. She sighed and kissed him.

"I love you," she murmured. "I love you too," Beck said lovingly, rolling over to go back to sleep.

After all, they only had another hour and a half before they were woken up.

BATBATBAT

Jade was woken up at three AM by her own thoughts. She couldn't believe that she was getting married today. She rolled over and felt the empty space beside her.

She wasn't a virgin, but after what had happened in high school, she'd decided to live the rest of her life as if she was one. So she and Jared had been traditional-living together, but sleeping in different beds, and with no sex.

Tonight would be their wedding night, and Jared would be beside her. Jade sat up and got out of bed. She paced back and forth, eventually walking out onto their balcony.

The night air was cool and refreshing, with a light breeze and a clear sky. Jade let the air blow through her hair, knowing that in a few hours it would be pinned and pulled and painfully intricate. She would be slipping into a gown full of lace and satin and everything girly that she used to hate.

And she wouldn't be Jade West anymore.

But she had these few hours. They were hers to reflect on her life. She pulled her long nightgown up as she sat in a chair nearby.

She remembered the days when she would just wear Beck's shirts to sleep, hating anything girly. She told herself she'd never wear those things. And now she did-even if only in her sleep. She looked out at the California mountains stretched out in front of her.

Jade readily admitted that she had screwed up a lot in her life, especially in high school. She'd had sex, smoked, drank coffee by the gallon.

Then everything changed.

Her dark, deep secret, the one no one knew about...not even Cat...it had changed her life. It was how she and Jared were brought together initially. She'd known him for 11 years, and she was so happy that the day was coming.

Her parents would be out of her life.

She'd have full closure with her break up with Beck.

She'd get to have a family.

Although Jade had to cringe at that one. She did have a family, technically. But still.

She sighed and got up. She began to pace. She needed to know that Cat didn't hate her. "How could she hate you? She doesn't know," she muttered. And yet, her heart was heavy. She wanted them to know. They needed to know.

"I'll tell them," she murmured. "After our honeymoon, I'll tell them."

Her nerves settled, she resumed her pacing. Eventually she decided to call Cat, just to hear her voice.

Because she needed a best friend.

BATBATBAT

By six AM, all the girls were sitting in one of the rooms in Jade's venue (a ritzy, four story country club). Jade had waved over Cat to get ready next to her, Sam was being persuaded to take her glasses off, and Mandy was meticulously curling her honey blonde hair. The makeup and hair women were finishing up with Amber and Rebecca. Tori sat picking at her nails.

"Jade, I love you and all, but why am I here?" she asked. Jade looked over from hydrating her face. "In case we need help with anything," she replied. Tori sighed and laid down on the couch.

Cat yawned hugely as she began curling her hair. "I knew I should have done my roots," she said drowsily. Jade rolled her eyes. "Trust me, Cat, you still look just like a red velvet cupcake," she said with a little nudge. Cat beamed and clapped her hands. "Yay!" she chirped.

Jade's mother stepped in, already impeccably dressed in a powder green suit and a delicate updo. "Hello, ladies," she said with a grin. They all waved and grinned. Mrs. West walked over and crushed Cat in a suffocating hug. "Cat, dear," she said with a smile.

Cat grinned uncomfortably and tried not to suffocate in the woman's grasp. Mrs. West put a hand on Cat's stomach.

"Looks like the baby's healthy, hmm?" she said happily. "Yes, ma'm," Cat said with a little smile. Mrs. West grinned, walked over to Jade, and hugged her.

"Jadelyn, I honestly thought this day would never come," she said with a smile. Jade rolled her eyes. "Well, it did," she grumbled. Her mother ignored Jade's attitude and gave her a present. "That's from your father and I-something old," she said with a big grin. Jade opened it and saw a huge diamond encrusted hair ornament.

Even though she'd never particularly liked her parents, it was a beautiful gesture. "Thanks, mom," she said with a hug. Cat jumped suddenly and reached into her purse.

"Wait! I have your something borrowed!" she squealed. She drew out a flat box and handed it to Jade. Jade opened it. "Oh, Cat," she breathed. Cat giggled.

Jade pulled out the beautiful lace and silk garter. It was delicately made and embroidered with the word 'love' in swirling blue cursive. "Where did you get this?" she asked, holding it up so everyone could see. There was a chorus of sighs and claps. Cat smiled.

"I wore that at my wedding," she said with a smile. "It was my something blue. Now it can be yours." Jade grinned and hugged Cat tightly. She quickly slid it up her leg. "Okay," she said with a deep breath. "Getting there."

Cat put an arm around Jade's waist, and Jade felt very grateful for friends.

BATBATBAT

Two and a half hours later, everyone's hair and makeup were done. Cat and Jade were the only ones left in the room, as everyone else changed into their dresses. They sat in their petticoats and did what they always did-play thumb wars and talk.

"So are you excited?" Cat asked, dodging Jade's thumb nimbly. "Yeah. It's weird, though. In half an hour, I won't be Jade West anymore. I'm going to be Jade Matthews. What if I turn into a different person?" Jade asked.

Cat laughed. "You could always hyphenate your name," she suggested. Jade shrugged. "I don't know. It's not that I don't want Jared's name, it's just...weird." Jade attacked Cat's thumb again. Cat dodged and sent a counter attack at Jade. Jade laughed.

Cat put her other hand on her stomach. "I know the feeling. Married life can be scary. But it's a fun journey to take together," she said, trapping Jade's thumb under hers. Jade looked at her in astonishment.

"When did you get so good?" she asked. Cat giggled. "I was bound to win someday," she said with a laugh. "Yeah, but my wedding day? Come on, Cat," Jade laughed.

The bridesmaids filed out, followed by Tori. Jade beamed at them. "You guys look great!" she exclaimed. Cat nodded in agreement. Mandy twirled in her dress. "I knew it!" she chirped. Tori went back and sat on the couch, adjusting her powder blue dress. "Pretty dress, Tori," Cat said. Tori grinned. "Thanks, Cat," she said.

"Twirl," Jade told Amber. Amber spun obediently, showing off the knee length jade green dress. Jade grinned.

"I knew they'd rock," she said, gently touching her intricate hairdo. Her hair had been done up at the top, but then it fell down her back in a cascade of sparkling curls. Right at the back of her head was her mother's hair ornament. Cat grinned and adjusted her curls.

The whole bridal party had curly hair, but Jade had insisted that Cat be special, as the ''Matron" of Honor. The bridal party wore their hair in side buns, but Cat's flowed down in a gorgeous side ponytail with a cascade of curls. And Cat's dress, unlike the other's short, flowy dresses, was a fabulous ruched mermaid dress in the prettiest shade of jade. It would look amazing.

Getting Cat into the dress would be the the hard part.

Mrs. West clapped her hands. "Okay, team, let's get these girls together. Who should go first?" she asked. "Cat," Jade responded. Cat giggled and stood up cautiously. Mandy got the dress out of its casing. "Okay, someone hold the dress open and someone hold Cat," Jade instructed.

Mandy stretched the dress out, and Tori got up and went to steady Cat. Cat leaned heavily on Tori as she stepped into it. "So far, so good," she said with a grin.

Mandy began to pull the dress up, but stopped at her belly. "I need help," she said. "Amber, can you hold the zipper? Rebecca, come help me over here." Amber and Rebecca walked to different sides and held the dress. They slowly slid it over her stomach and got the straps on her shoulders. Amber tried to zip it.

"Uh, guys, I can't zip it up. At all," she said. Cat's face became worried.

"Okay," Jade said, taking a deep breath. "Tori, you have long fingers. Go zip it up. Mom, you steady Cat on that side. I'll keep her steady on this side. Mandy and Rebecca, you need to make sure the fabric doesn't tighten on her stomach. Just hold it off of her skin while Tori zips it. Amber, keep the zipper straight so that Tori can zip it. Sam?"

Sam looked up from her book. "Yes?" she asked. Jade gestured to Cat. "Hold Cat's hair and make sure it doesn't get caught in her zipper. Everyone got it?"

There were general mumbles of consent as everyone went to their positions. Jade and Mrs. West grabbed Cat's hands. Cat looked at Jade worriedly. "I'm sorry to be such a bother, Jade," she murmured. Jade kissed Cat's cheek. "You're never a bother, 'Rina," she said with a smile. Cat smiled back.

"Okay, I'm zipping," Tori announced. Mandy and Rebecca kept the dress taut, and soon they all heard the zipper stop. "Lower it gently back on," Jade instructed. Everyone gently let the dress onto Cat's skin. Sam put her hair down and Jade gasped. Cat turned in shock. "What? What's wrong?" she asked.

"'Rina, you look beautiful," Jade said. "Oh, Jadey," Cat said. The two hugged.

"Jadelyn, your turn!" Mrs. West said. Cat turned to the windowsill, putting a hand on her stomach. Suddenly something caught her eye. She walked over to the windowsill, her dress swishing around her ankles. Someone had left a rose and a note. Probably Jared. She picked it up and read it.

I HAD A GREAT TIME TUESDAY. LET'S DO IT AGAIN SOMETIME. SEE YOU AT THE RECEPTION.

-ROBBIE

Cat dropped the rose like it was burning hot and put a hand on her heart. "Oh, God," she murmured. Robbie. He was coming to the reception.

She felt a lot of kicks against her side. "Everything's okay, baby. It's okay. Don't worry, it's okay. We're okay," she said softly.

She was terrified.

Everyone came back in, Tori holding Jade's wedding dress. It was a gorgeous a-line ball gown, with a satin overlay and layers of chiffon. "This will be easier," Mandy joked. Everyone laughed. They easily got Jade into it. Cat went to her and tied the green sash around her waist. "Beautiful," she said. Jade smiled and hugged her.

A knock on the door sounded and everyone squealed. "Is it Jared?" Mandy asked with a grin. Sam ducked. "Cat, can you get that?" Mrs. West asked. Cat nodded and walked over. She smiled in relief. It's the florist and the photographer," she said with a little laugh.

Everyone went over to look at the bouquets, and Cat breathed a sigh of relief.

She could get through this.

BATBATBAT

Tori walked into the ceremony space with a sigh. She'd made it through the pre-wedding craziness, and now she was meeting up with Andre. She saw him sitting in his seat. He turned when he saw her.

"Well, here comes the bride," he laughed as she walked up. "Stop it," she said with a smile. He pulled her into his arms. "Can I make you a bride?" he asked with a wink. Tori laughed. Andre made her feel so alive.

"We'll see. A formal offer might be in order," she teased. "I can do that," Andre said. He kissed her, and Tori got the distinct impression that she was flying. They pulled apart and Tori sat down.

The ceremony space was gorgeously decorated in jade green, with white roses everywhere. Tori picked up a program and saw a picture of Jade and Jared having a paintball fight à la 10 Things I Hate About You. She smiled. "Cute," she said softly, smiling.

"Look, there's Beck," Andre said, nudging her. Tori looked up and saw Beck in a suit, holding Cadie and trying to keep Nerina from touching everything. "Beck!" Tori shouted. He looked up and started corralling the girls over towards them.

He walked up and gave Tori a hug. "Hey. How are you guys?" he asked. "Good, man," Andre replied. "You?"

"Hanging in there," Beck replied. Tori kissed Cadie's cheek. "And how are you girls?" she asked. "Good," they chorused. Tori laughed. "Yeah, they're a little tired and haven't seen mommy in a while, but they're my little troopers," he said as he hefted Cadie higher on his hip.

Andre chuckled. "Still can't believe it, man," he said. He knelt down to Nerina. "You look just like your daddy," he told her. Nerina nodded. "Daddy got me a blue dress!" she chirped.

Tori laughed. "Well, we should sit down, people are getting here," he said. "We'll see you guys at the reception."

"Bye!" Tori said, waving as he led the girls away. She sat back down and Andre put his arm around her. "Someday that'll be us," he said, kidding her cheek. Tori smiled and snuggled into his chest. "I hope so," she said happily.

She never wanted them to end.

BATBATBAT

Jade was facing Cat, her hand on Cat's huge stomach. Cat had her arms wrapped around Jade in a hug. They weren't looking at each other, but rather, straight ahead.

"And...good! Very cute, ladies," the photographer said. Cat hugged Jade tightly and they separated. "I feel like a model," she whispered to Jade.

"I feel stupid," Jade responded.

She'd already taken pictures with her mother, her bridesmaids, her goddaughter (the flower girl, Amber's daughter) and now, Cat. She was getting sick of it all.

Cat kissed her cheek. "It's done now. We just have to walk down the aisle," she said with a smile. Jade sighed.

"Let's do this."

BATBATBAT

The music started and people began to turn.

First Jared escorted the officiant down the aisle and they positioned themselves. Then the best man, Luke, escorted Jade's mother down the aisle. He walked up and gave Jared a hug.

Then Jared's parents came, looking like it was the best day of their lives. The music changed and the bridesmaids started coming out with the groomsmen.

First Sam came out, shyly, her glasses abandoned. She clutched the groomsman's arm for dear life.

Amber followed, looking confident and beautiful. She flashed her husband a dazzling grin as she walked.

Then Mandy came out, beaming and giggling at everyone. The groomsman looked like he was in pain.

Rebecca followed Mandy with a big smile, glowing gently and flirtatiously winking every few seconds.

Then the music changed, yet again, and everyone turned as Cat glided out by herself. Several people gasped. Cat looked like a vision. She smiled gently and glided down the aisle.

"Mommy!" Nerina cried out. Everyone laughed. Cat blew a kiss their way and kept walking, turning gently as she reached her spot.

Jade's cousin walked out, trying hard not to break the glass slipper and flower pillow that contained the rings. He made it safely and breathed a sigh of relief.

Amber's daughter skipped out, throwing petals every which way. She giggled as she did so, and several people exclaimed at her cuteness.

Then the traditional theme came on.

Everyone stood and saw Jade framed in the doorway on her father's arm. She beamed at everyone from under her veil. She sparkled. Her dress flared out from her hips gracefully, and with every step she took, new sparkles caught the light. Her bouquet full of white roses and green sprays was held tightly in her left hand, while her right arm was wrapped around her father's.

If anyone had been looking at the altar, they would have seen Jared shed a tear.

She walked down the aisle smoothly and gracefully. She winked at Tori and flashed Beck a smile. Her mother burst into quiet tears.

Then Jade reached the altar.

"Who gives this woman in marriage?" the preacher asked. "I do," her father said tenderly. He kissed her cheek, then put her hand in Jared's and sat. Jade beamed at Jared.

"You look beautiful," Jared whispered. "You're gonna make me cry," Jade responded with a smile. He smiled back. Her thick, dark lashes began blinking a bit faster, trying to keep the tears back.

Jade turned and handed her bouquet to Cat. Cat took it obediently and flashed Jade a dazzling smile. Jade winked.

Jared took Jade's other hand and they turned to the preacher with matching smiles.

He smiled. "Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to join this man and this woman in the holy sanction of marriage. If anyone has a reason why these two should not be wed, please speak now or forever hold your peace."

Silence echoed in the church and everyone chuckled. The preacher smiled and continued. "Okay. Jade, Jared, are you ready to take your vows?" he asked. "Yes, please!" Jade said. Everyone laughed again. The preacher smiled and opened his book.

"Jared, repeat after me. I, Jared,"

"I, Jared..."

"Take thee, Jadelyn..."

"To be my lawfully wedded wife."

"To have and to hold..."

"From this day forward..."

"For better or for worse..."

"For better AND for worse..."

"For richer or for poorer..."

"In sickness and in health..."

"To love and to cherish..."

"As long as you both shall live."

"As long as we both shall live."

Jade beamed at him, love shining in her eyes.

As she repeated her vows, Tori began to cry. Andre reached into his pocket and pulled out a handkerchief. Tori smiled and wiped her eyes, silently crying into it. Cat had to wipe away a tear.

"May I have the rings?" he asked. The ring bearer walked carefully up and the preacher fished the rings out of the glass slipper. He handed one to Jade and one to Jared.

"Okay. Jared, take Jadelyn's left hand and repeat after me," he said. Jared tenderly took Jade's hand.

"With this ring-"

"With this ring."

"I thee wed."

"I thee wed," Jared said, sliding the ring on Jade's finger. She beamed at him, her eyes threatening to overflow with tears.

The preacher went up to Jade and put Jared's ring in Jade's hand. "Jadelyn, take Jared's left hand and repeat after me," he said. Jade took Jared's hand with a wink. "With this ring-"

"With this ring..."

"I thee wed."

The preacher smiled. "Now, I gotta ask it one more time." Everyone laughed.

"Do you, Jared, take this woman to be your wife?"

"Of course! Yes, I absolutely do," Jared said. Cat fought back happy tears.

"Do you, Jadelyn, take this man to be your husband?"

"You bet I do!" Jade said with a laugh. Everyone laughed, including the preacher.

"Well, by the power vested in me by the church of God, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride!"

Jared pulled Jade's veil off, pulled her into his arms and kissed her passionately. Everyone stood and cheered. They broke apart, laughing happily. Jade took her bouquet from a teary Cat.

"Ladies and gentlemen, it is my honor to present to you Mr. and Mrs. Jared Matthews!"

Jared picked Jade up. She squealed as they walked down the aisle of cheering friends and family.

It was the perfect day.

BATBATBAT

Hours later, the reception was in full swing. Jade and Jared were glowing, and Cat had swiftly gone to her girls, who had been very glad to see her again. Tori and Andre spent the whole meal giggling and gazing into each other's eyes. It was the perfect night for everyone.

Well, almost everyone.

Robbie stood concealed behind a pillar. He stood, staring at Cat intensely. He was waiting for the moment to steal her away from the party.

He hoped she'd liked his rose. He sighed and turned the flat white pill in his hand. He'd been patient so far, but his patience was running thin. He had to have her. Now. He'd do whatever it took.

Cat was oblivious to him as she started clinking her glass again. Everyone caught on, and more and more people started clinking their glasses until the sound became almost deafening. Jade and Jared smiled and kissed each other to loud cheers. The dinner chat resumed as Jade flashed Cat a look. Cat giggled innocently.

The rest of the dinner went off without a hitch. Soon it was time for the speeches and toasts. Luke, Jared's best man, stood up with a grin.

"Wow. I cannot believe this day is finally here. I never thought I would be the last one to get married in our little group." Everyone laughed. Luke turned to Jared with a smile.

"You and me, man. We've been friends since that first day in kindergarten-when I wouldn't share my blue crayon. And you and Jade are the perfect couple, and I couldn't be happier for you two. I really couldn't. I'm your wingman, bro. Now and forever. And I wish you and Jade all the best in your new life together."

Luke raised his glass, and everyone followed suit. "To Jade and Jared-the best couple," he said with a smile. Jade and Jared grinned as everyone toasted them and cheered.

Then it was time for Cat's speech. Cat stood carefully, Jade helping her balance herself as Cat took the mic from Luke.

She put a hand on her big stomach and sighed. "Well. The day is finally here. Jade, that girl I never thought would tie herself down, is getting married. And I-couldn't-be happier," she said with a gentle smile. Jade squeezed Cat's arm, and Cat smiled down at her.

"In my life, I have faced an unspeakable number of hardships. And without Jade by my side, I don't think I would have made it through. She has saved my life more times than my husband," Cat said with a little laugh. Everyone chuckled. Cat wiped a tear from her eye and continued. "Jade, we've known each other since we were five. We've shared everything-hopes, problems, boyfriends-"

Everyone laughed again, and Tori nudged Beck with a grin. Cat laughed and continued. "You've always been there for me, ever since we were girls. And now we're women, embarking on two stages of our lives..."

She rubbed her large stomach and tool a deep breath before continuing. "And I couldn't be happier for you, Jadey, and even though we're both married women now, never forget that you were my first love. Now and forever, I love you, Jadey."

She began to cry, wiped her tears away, and laughed. "Almost made it," she said with a little smile. Everyone laughed, and Cat picked up her glass. "So here's to Jade and Jared-may their lives be forever blessed. I wish them every happiness," she said. Jade stood and hugged Cat tightly as the guests toasted.

Luke stood. "Okay. Now Jade and Jared are gonna have their first dance, and singing the song will be none other than the matron of honor, miss Cat Oliver-Valentine!"

Jared took Jade's hand and pulled her onto the dance floor. She followed, laughing. Cat got down from the table carefully and took the mic from Luke. Everyone clapped as the accompaniment started. Jared began turning Jade in slow circles as Cat smiled and began singing.

"And I...will always love you..."

BATBATBAT

About an hour later, everyone was still having a great time. The final notes to a dance song ended and most people exited the floor. Suddenly "At Last" began playing. Cat smiled from her seat at the table. She couldn't remember the last time she'd heard this song. Suddenly she felt a tap on her shoulder and she turned.

"May I have this dance?" Beck asked with a grin. Cat smiled and took his hand. "Always!" she chirped happily. He picked her up bridal style and carried her into the middle of the deserted dance floor.

"Beck!" she squealed. He set her down, pulled her close, and began to dance with her. "You're so close, but so far away," Beck joked with a grin, putting a hand on Cat's large stomach. She rolled her eyes. "Stop it," she said with a grin.

Jade watched them dance with a big smile. Jared wrapped his arms around her. "That's going to be us in five years," he said with a smile. Jade hugged him back. "I hope so," she replied. "I love you."

"I love you too," Jared said, kissing her tenderly.

On the dance floor, Cat smiled and let Beck spin her around again. The end of her dress flared out, and she looked beautiful in her jade green masterpiece. "Oh, I almost forgot," Beck said with a grin. Cat raised an eyebrow. "What?" she asked curiously.

Beck reached into his pocket, pulled out a box, and got on one knee. Everyone who hadn't been watching them turned their attention to the dance floor. Cat looked genuinely confused. "Beck, what...?" she asked.

He smiled and opened the box. It was another Heart's Collection ring. Car gasped. "Cat. You are the best wife anyone could ask for, you are the mother of my children, and I love you so much. Our five year anniversary is in six months," he said. Cat nodded, still not understanding. The room was so silent that people were self conscious about the sound of their breathing.

Beck smiled again. "Caterina Hannah Oliver-Valentine, love of my life, will you renew our vows with me, in Paris, France, for our five-year anniversary?" he asked. Cat gasped again.

Happy tears began to spill out of her eyes. Beck laughed. "Say yes. I already bought the plane tickets," he said with a grin.

Cat beamed. "Oh, Beck," she said happily. "Of course I will!" He stood and they kissed to loud cheers. Cat laughed as Beck slid the ring on her finger. It fit perfectly with her wedding and engagement rings.

"Am I going to have a finger covered in rings by our fiftieth anniversary?" Cat asked with a little laugh. Beck shrugged and began to dance with her again. "Oh, I don't know. You may be dripping in necklaces, bracelets, earrings..." he said with a smile. Cat giggled and kissed him.

From behind the pillar, Robbie cursed. He needed to make his move, and soon.

BATBATBAT

Cat was looking out at the stars. She'd walked to another room, one with a balcony, and sat out in the night air, enjoying the breeze.

She didn't notice Robbie come in and lock the door behind him.

She didn't notice him slipping a white pill into the champagne glass she'd left on the table.

She didn't notice him slowly shake the drink until the pill dissolved, unnoticeable.

She didn't notice him take off his jacket and tie and walk closer.

She didn't notice him until he was right behind her.

"Liking the breeze?" he said from behind her. Cat jumped and turned around to see Robbie right behind her. She stood quickly and backed up to the railing. "Robbie, get away from me," she warned.

He smiled and took a step closer. "Oh, Cat. So rude. But don't lie. You loved our little...meeting last Tuesday, didn't you? Don't worry, I won't tell your loving husband you're having an affair," he said with a grin. "I'm not cheating on Beck. You attacked me!" she said fearfully. Robbie simply smiled and walked closer...and closer.

Cat slid away and quickly opened the patio door. She ran as fast as she could inside. Robbie followed leisurely, with an odd grin on his face. Cat ran to the door and tried to open it, but realized Robbie had jammed it on both sides.

She was locked in and the wedding party was locked out.

"HELP!" she screamed, banging on the door. "HELP ME!" Robbie ran to her, covered her mouth, and carried her away from the door easily. She kept screaming as loud as she could, fighting to be heard over Robbie's hand. She prayed that someone could hear.

BATBATBAT

"Did you hear something?" Andre asked Tori.

She stopped to listen, then shook her head. "No, nothing," she said.

Andre shrugged and went back to his cake.

BATBATBAT

Robbie forced Cat up against the wall and pinned her hands. She fought furiously as he pressed himself against her and kissed her roughly. She brought her knee up quickly and hit him in between the legs.

He yelped and let go of her. She slid around him and looked around for anything to help her escape. She saw a wooden stick laying in the corner, grabbed it and began beating the door furiously with it.

Suddenly she heard Robbie coming up behind her. She swung the stick around. He caught it easily and flung it to the side of the room. She squeaked in fear.

He grabbed her again, although this time he reached behind her. He grabbed the straps of her dress and forced them down. She cried out and her hands instantly went to her chest. He pulled them away. "Oh, Kitty," he said with a smile. "Leave me alone, Robbie," she said, beginning to sob. Robbie kissed her roughly again.

"Why are you hiding this, kitty?" he asked, pushing her necklace away to reveal the bruise he had left. She put her hand to her neck.

"Because you gave it to me," she spat. He glared at her. "Bitch," he spat back. She tried to pull up her sleeves, but Robbie held her hands away. He kissed her roughly again.

Cat felt like throwing up as Robbie began running his hands up and down her body, stopping at her chest and trying to pull her bra off. She slapped his hands away and prayed that someone knew she was gone. She prayed for help.

BATBATBAT

"Guys, Cat's been gone a while longer than she should be," Beck said worriedly. "I'm gonna go check on her."

"You do that, romantic Paris man," Tori teased. Cadie squirmed in her lap. Beck smiled and kissed Cadie's cheek. "That's me," he said with a grin. He ruffled Nerina's hair. She waved from Andre's lap.

"Take care of my girls until I get back," he said. Tori and Andre nodded and continued talking to the girls as he walked out.

BATBATBAT

Cat pushed Robbie as far away as she could from her chest. His full weight was pressed down on her. "Cat," he growled. "I swear to God, if you don't stop being so damn difficult I will make you miscarry."

Cat stopped abruptly. She was ashamed, but she thought about it. Getting this thing out of her...being free of it...no more kicking, no more pain...everything would be easier. Much easier.

"Do it," she whispered. Robbie looked taken aback. "What?" he said. Cat laid her head back on the cold wall. "Do it, if you're such a man. Do it. Hit me. Make me miscarry," she growled. Robbie stood stock still for a moment, and everything was silent. Then they heard Beck's voice come through the door.

"Cat? Cat, sweetie, are you okay?"

"BECK! BECK, HELP-" she was cut off as Robbie pressed his full weight against her and clapped his hand over her mouth.

"Cat? CAT!" he yelled. Cat could hear him furiously jiggling the door handle. Then she heard a huge thud. She smiled through her tears. "He's coming to save me," she murmured. Robbie cursed and let go of Cat. She instantly slid to the floor, sobbing uncontrollably.

Looking for an easy out, Robbie went to the balcony and climbed down it as the thuds continued, leaving a broken Cat behind.

BATBATBAT

Beck's shoulder was killing him, but he kept slamming it against the door with all of his might. He could hear Cat crying inside the room, and it made him want to get to her faster. He needed another way.

He built up his strength, backed up, got a running start, and kicked the door hard. He bounced off it, while the door remained almost unscathed. He growled and kicked it again, hitting it again and again at an alarming rate.

Finally he could hear the wood start to splinter. He aimed one more kick and crashed through the door.

What he saw made his blood boil.

He walked over to his wife and held her tenderly. She grabbed his jacket and sobbed into it.

"Ssshhh, honey, it's okay now. I won't let anyone hurt you. I'm here," he murmured into her ear. She sat up and wiped her tears away.

"Oh, God, Beck, I'm insane. I almost wanted him to make me miscarry. I'm horrible," she said with a sniffle. Beck rubbed her back. "It's not your fault, honey," he said soothingly, hugging her.

He helped her to her feet carefully and oped the tears off her cheeks. "Now, show me a smile," he said with a quick kiss. She sighed.

Beck took her face in his hands. "Come on, baby, show me a smile," he said. She gave him a tiny smile. "There she is. There's my sunshine girl," he said, kissing her again.

She smiled and hugged him. "I love you," she said. "And you know I love you too," he replied, pushing her straps back up her shoulders. "You ready?"

Cat wiped away another tear and nodded. "Okay," she said shakily. She leaned on her husband as they rejoined the party.

Luckily, they had left the champagne glass sitting on the table.

BATBATBAT

"Okay, ready to catch this bouquet?" Jade asked. All the girls cheered. Cat smiled from her spot at the Lovebird's Table as Jade lifted the bouquet up and let it fly.

Mandy pushed Tori out of the way, and she and Rebecca jostled for it. The bouquet soared in a beautiful arc as all the women shoved and squealed.

The bouquet landed almost perfectly in Sam's arms. She looked down at it, shocked. "I got it," she whispered softly. Then she held it above her head ecstatically. "I got it!" she yelled. Everyone clapped happily, although Mandy looked put out. Jade hugged Sam.

As Sam hurried off of the floor, meticulously counting each bead in the bouquet, she bumped into a tall man. "Oh, I'm sorry," she said shyly. "I can't see very well without my glasses."

The man straightened up and adjusted his own horn-rimmed spectacles. "I know the feeling. It was my fault. I was too deep into this Carl Sagan," he said, gesturing to a thick book.

Sam's eyes lit up. "You like Carl Sagan?" she asked with a smile. "Yes. His astrological theory changed the whole field," the man responded. "I'm Toby."

He shook Sam's hand, and she blushed. "Sam," she replied.

BATBATBAT

Cat zipped up Jade's travel dress neatly. "Do you know where he's taking you?" she asked. Jade shrugged. "Probably somewhere tropical," she said with a little laugh, pulling her suitcase behind her up to the door.

She turned to Cat with a smile. "Oh, Cat," she said happily. "I love you so much." she hugged Cat. Cat smiled and hugged her back. "I love you too, Jadey. You two are going to be so happy."

Jade nodded and turned to go. "You'll tell me if anything happens with Robbie, right, 'Rina?" she asked suddenly, turning around. Cat swallowed the lump in her throat and nodded. "Yes, of course," she said with a little grin.

Smiling, the two women hugged again, and then Jade was out the door.

BATBATBAT

"Okaay...NOW!"

On Tori's command, Cadie threw a handful of rice into the air with a squeal. Tori smiled and kissed the little girl's cheek.

Andre watched them with a smile on his face as he held Nerina. Tori would make a wonderful mother. He felt the velvet box in his front pocket.

He would do it.

When the time was right.

Cat appeared with a grin on her face. "Hello, my darlings," she said with a kiss to Cadie's cheek. She took Cadie from Tori and gave her a side hug. "What did Luke decorate the car with?" she asked Tori. Tori grinned and rolled her eyes.

"Condoms."

Cat gasped, then began to laugh uncontrollably. Soon Tori had joined in, and the two women were laughing like they wouldn't be able to stop. Andre and Beck looked at them curiously.

"Mommy, what you waffing about?" Cadie asked. "Nothing, honey," Cat replied, wiping happy tears from her eyes.

Soon Jade and Jared came out of the club, laughing and grinning. Jared picked Jade up and carried her down the line, dodging hailstorms of rice and greeting cheers. They waved happily as Jared started the car, and they sped away with the "Just Married" banner clearly visible on the back.

It was truly a night to remember.

Hope you liked it! Especially long, just for my loving readers! Who's got an idea as to what Jade's secret is? And I hope you all liked Sam catching the bouquet! I have a soft spot for her, so I wanted her to have a happy…beginning! And for all you Tandre lovers, I promise I will do a Tandre-centric chapter or two before this story is done with.

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