Chapter five part 4: The Wedding Reception! I only got one review last time so thank you to whoever gave me a wonderful review :) but please, always review! I love to get feedback on my work, especially from wonderful people like all of you! Enjoy!

As the couple walked back up the aisle together, they were showered in flower petals. Everyone cheered and applauded, rejoicing for there was now a new princess of Mirkwood.

The wedding reception was held outside, perfect for this calm autumn evening. Paper lantern lights were hung around the courtyard, to light the night. They weren't lit yet though, for the sun was just beginning to set.

The couple laughed with each other as they felt petals showering down on them, as if the petals were made of pure euphoria. The evening went on, food was served as well as wine, and everyone was happy.

The music started out soft and delicate, ideal for slow dances. The Elves were content with this, for they enjoyed the peace and serenity of the sound. The Dwarfs on the other hand were ready to fall asleep. The musicians started to play more of faster songs throughout the night, delighting the Dwarfs.

Legolas and Tauriel were chatting with a fellow member of the guard when Gimli came up behind them.

"My dear, Legolas! You are finally married." Gimli laughed, slapping an arm on Legolas's shoulder.

The two excused themselves and turned to face Gimli, Legolas smiling at his old friend.

"It has been many years since I've seen thee. How do you fare?" Legolas greeted his old friend.

"I've seen better days, but once I got the wedding invite I knew I couldn't miss out and seeing you marry this pretty lass." Gimli smiled at Tauriel and elbowed Legolas with a smirk.

"Yes, she was waiting for me when I came back." Legolas joked, kissing Tauriel's hand.

"Oh? Hmm, all this time I thought you were the one who came to me?" Tauriel played along.

"Ahh, my boy, Legolas. Always the romancer. Did he ever tell you about the time when we stopped at a tavern-" Legolas cut him off right then.

"Gimli, have you tried any of the wine yet?" Legolas directed his friend to the drink table, turning to wink at Tauriel.

She crossed her arms and raised an eyebrow, meaning she expected as answer when he got back. She did smile as he walked away, and looked at all of her party guests.

"Hello, Princess Tauriel." A voice came from behind Tauriel. She turned to be met with Elrond.

"Lord Elrond, it is a pleasure." Tauriel gave the king a warm smile.

"Fine night for a wedding, eh?" He commented, looking up at the sky.

"Yes, it very much is. I could not have imagined the wedding to have gone any better." Tauriel said, looking on at the dance floor, where everyone seemed to dance in synchronization.

"I cannot imagine anyone better for Legolas than thee. Thranduil would often talk about you and Legolas during our visits, and what he said made me a little skeptical of you. As time grew on, Thranduil grew on you. I know it does not seem like it, he does approve. Though Legolas and Thranduil are opposites, the two of you remind him of his wife and himself. The happiness you bring each other. Even though you are not next to Legolas right now, I can feel the love you have for him. Thranduil sees how you have changed Legolas for the better, and I think that is exactly what Thranduil had always wanted in a partner for Legolas." Elrond spoke, catching Tauriel's attention.

"I can finally sign in relief. This has been a long time coming with Thranduil." Tauriel chuckled a little.

"I am fond of thee, too. Your attitude seems to have a positive effect on everyone around you." Elrond complimented the new princess.

"Elrond, you speak too highly of me." Tauriel bowed her head in thanks.

"Pardon me, Lord Elrond, but might I steal my daughter-in-law away for a few moments? I have yet to owe her a dance." Thranduil asked, offering his hand to Tauriel.

Tauriel took it, and gave him a smile. They joined the dance floor, Tauriel's left hand on Thranduil's shoulder, his right arm on her waist, and her right hand and his left hand joined.

"Your coronation will be in a month." Thranduil spoke first.

"A month? Isn't it usually six months after the wedding?" Tauriel questioned, furrowing her eyebrows.

"We wanted to crown you before the child arrives." Thranduil answered her question.

Tauriel stiffened a little. Thranduil hasn't talked about the child with her or Legolas since he learned she was pregnant.

"How is the child, anyways?"

That caught Tauriel off guard. She quickly composed her face and answered him. "The child is well, growing wonderfully. I can feel movements all throughout the day."

"His or her birth shall be celebrated the day after birth, with a ceremony for the naming of the child." Thranduil said, Tauriel's eyes widening.

"My lord, Legolas and I would be very joyous for our child to have a ceremony, but I know this is not-"

"Tauriel, this child will be my blood and therefore I have been gifted. A grandchild is a very special thing, and nor do I plan on taking that for granted. Yes, the situation is not ideal but sometimes things do not go according to plan. As long as the child is healthy as well as the mother, that is all anyone can ask for." Thranduil interrupted.

The song ended and everyone clapped. Tauriel was too busy staring at Thranduil with a shocked expression to clap but she quickly joined in with everyone, smiling at the musicians.

Thranduil did not enjoy dancing much, not even before when his wife was still walking this world. She loved to dance though, and always was pulling Thranduil onto the dance floor to dance with her, even if it was for one song. Now, he especially did not like to dance because it reminded him of her. He knew he owed Tauriel a dance, for she was now a member of the family.

"Thranduil...thank you. Legolas and I will appreciate the ceremony much, for it means a whole lot for our child to be recognized. You dance wonderfully, by the way." Tauriel bowed to Thranduil.

"Go, dance with your husband. He has been waiting since this morning." Thranduil gave her a small smile and exited the dance floor. He wore his grayish-green metallic suit, light brown knee high boots, and his long silver robe. He wore his silver braided crown that made a 'v' on his forehead.

He watched Legolas come up to his bride and snuck a quick kiss on the cheek and she tried to move so he couldn't, but he always was too quick for her. She laughed as she tried to dodge his kisses, but each time she move, so did he. The next song started, and the bride and groom finally got their first dance. Thranduil watched the two stare into each other's eyes, as if no one else was around them.

Legolas's mother would be so proud.

Looking away, Thranduil tried to clear his thoughts. This was a happy occasion, for his son had found love. He owed it to his son, for all the years he had tried to make the most minimal contact with him because Legolas was so much like his mother. His smile, his laugh, his happy nature...Legolas got that from her.

On a lighter note, all the times Thranduil would take little Legolas out to the meadow and watched his son chase butterflies. Or, teaching him archery. How Legolas would ask him to stay with him at night, when he was scared. Thranduil would stay with him all night, staying up incase his son did wake up from a nightmare. Thranduil smiled at the memories, for they had happened long ago.

He took a seat next to Lord Elrond, having a tall glass of wine in his hands.

Legolas twirled Tauriel to the music, her beautiful hair moving with her. The two danced as if they were always meant to, neither missing a step. They moved all around the dance floor, weaving in and out of people.

"My, for someone who is three months til' birth you move as if you were not pregnant at all!" Legolas complimented, earning himself an eye roll.

"First dance as husband and wife and this is what you have to say? I'm a little offended!" Tauriel joked, acting mischievous.

"My beautiful Tauriel, I did not mean to upset my wife within the first 24 hours of marriage, I have already failed!" Legolas teased, giving her a quick peck on her nose.

"Your sweet words won't always get you out of trouble that easily." Tauriel said, almost bumping into another dancer.

"Why do I have a feeling you will be saying that to our children?" Legolas laughed, Tauriel joining in.

"Children? So we will have more than one?" Tauriel asked jokingly, for she already knew the answer. She wanted multiple children.

"I think we both know the answer to that one." Legolas spoke her mind, giving her a wink.

The two danced and danced for what seemed like hours. They made sure to speak with each of their guests, thanking them for coming. Everyone congratulated them, not only on their marriage but their child. Legolas and Tauriel promised birth announcements when their child arrived into the world.

The two retired for the night, to their new bedroom in the palace. It was large, with a balcony and a bathroom. The bed was big enough to fit at least six elves, perfect for when little ones had nightmares or did not want to nap in their own room.

Legolas showered Tauriel with kisses as they made their way into their new bedroom. She kissed him back deeply, passion burning between the two.

They kissed for what seemed like a while, since they both broke away breathless. Tauriel leaned back on their bed, sinking into it. Legolas laid down gently next to her, staring at his beloved.

"This little bundle should have been conceived tonight." Tauriel smiled to herself, rubbing her curved abdomen.

"We broke tradition." Legolas simply said, caressing her face with the back of hand.

Tauriel snuggled into his touch, looking back into his blue eyes. She took in all of his features, the fire glowing against his skin. The couple laid there, staring into each other's eyes. Legolas knew as he continued to run his fingers over Tauriel's delicate skin, she would soon be peacefully asleep.

Within a few a minutes, her eyes gently shut. Legolas leaned in to give her a long kiss on the forehead and brush her hair out of face. He got up carefully, trying not to disturb her. He changed into more appropriate bed attire and as he reentered the couple's bedchamber, he saw Tauriel sitting up and rubbing her eyes.

"Melleth, you should be sleeping. You are very tired." Legolas said, taking Tauriel's hands in his. He rubbed soothing circles with his thumbs.

"It is our wedding night." Tauriel mumbled, almost yawning.

Legolas sighed, knowing how stubborn Tauriel can be. He picked the flowers out of her hair and Tauriel closed her eyes and smiled, forgetting she was still in her wedding attire. He ran his soft fingers through her hair, detangling the curls. She waited as he went and got her nightgown.

He helped her stand up and take off her dress and helped her unlace her bodice. She shivered as she stood there naked, Legolas unbuttoning her nightgown.

"You are so beautiful, my love." Legolas complimented her, helping her into her nightgown.

He smirked as Tauriel blushed. He helped her get into bed and walked to the other side so he could slide in next to her. He pulled the covers over the two, the fire beginning to dim.

Tauriel laid her head on his chest as she began to drift off. He wrapped his arms around and kissed the crown of her head.

"I love you." He heard Tauriel say before she drifted off to sleep.

He smiled to himself and responded, "I love you too, my sweet Tauriel."

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