How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You
Narcissa took a deep breath. This was the big day. Today was the day she would go from being a Black to a Malfoy. Her heart pounded in her chest and she shuddered with nerves.
"Cissa?" a voice called on the other side of the door.
"Come in," Narcissa replied. The door opened and Bellatrix came in. "Oh Cissy, you look beautiful!" Bellatrix said, smiling as her sister did a small twirl for her.
"Thanks Bella," she said with a smile. A small pang appeared in her heart, causing her to frown.
"What's wrong?" Bella asked, noticing her sister's crestfallen face.
Narcissa let out a sniffle. "I wish Andromeda was here."
Bella was quiet for a moment. She approached Narcissa, giving her a tight hug. "I do too," she admitted softly. Many people thought she was glad their sister was gone, but that wasn't the case.
"Do you think she's happy?" Cissa asked, turning to Bella.
The dark haired witch nodded. "I think so. She really loved Ted, and I believe the two of them are happy wherever they are."
Cissa nodded. "I'm nervous," she admitted.
Bella shook her head. "Cissa, Lucius absolutely adores you. The two of you will be happy together."
"But he's a death eater," the blonde whispered. The fact had bothered her, but she didn't dare voice her opinion, it just wasn't appropriate.
"But he's a good man, with a good heart, and that's all that matters," Bellatrix said. "But come now, it's time."
Narcissa nodded, taking a deep breath. She was excited. During the past few months she had fallen in love with Lucius, and knew he would make a good husband. She just couldn't help getting cold feet.
"You're getting married to the love of your life Narcissa, everything will be all right." Bella squeezed Narcissa's hand and the two of them made their way to the garden where the ceremony was taking place.
Bellatrix turned and gave Cissa one more hug. "Good luck," she whispered. When the music started up, Bella walked down the aisle escorted by her current beau, Rodolphus.
"Ready pumpkin?"Cygnus Black III asked, taking in his daughter's appearance.
She nodded. "Yes father, just a bit nervous."
"Don't be nervous, Lucius is a wonderful man."
"I know that," she responded with a sigh.
The air was silent for a moment, before the music began to play once more. "It's time pumpkin," Cygnus said, grasping his daughter's arm. They turned the corner and Narcissa beamed when she took in the view. Lucius was waiting at the altar, a huge smile on his face. There were white bows all along the seats, giving the whole ordeal a very innocent look.
Naracissa and Cygnus walked up the aisle slowly. When they reached the end, he took Cissa's hand and placed it into Lucius'.
At that moment, all that mattered to her was the man in front of her. They stared at each other, each smiling as they said their vows.
"Lucius Malfoy, do you take Narcissa Black to be your wedded wife? To join your magic with hers eternally?"
"I do," he said with a smile.
"Narcissa Black, do you take Lucius Malfoy to be your husband? To join your magic with his eternally?"
"I do," she said, her heart pounding in her chest.
"You may kiss the bride," the minister said, stepping back from the couple. "I now pronounce you man and wife."
Lucius and Narcissa kissed, bounding themselves to each other for life. Nothing in the outside world mattered. It was just them, their hands entwined, lips pressed together in a passionate kiss.
Written for:
The Diagon Alley Competition: Twilfitt and Tattlings option
The Greenhouse Competition: white rose option
HP Potions Competition: Beautification potion option
