Chapter 9

Months had passed since the battle of Candy Kingdom. The dead were buried and the city began reconstruction. It would take decades for Aaa to recover from the great war. In this cloud of darkness, there was a streak of happiness. This happiness belonged to Marshall-Lee and Fionna. They both stood on the alter holding hands, the candy priest held a book in his hands.

"Do you Marshall-Lee Abadeer take Fionna Goldenhair to be your lawfully wedded wife?" The priest asked.

"I do" Marshall said without hesitation.

"And do you, Fionna Goldenhair take Marshall-Lee Abadeer to be your lawfully wedded husband?"

"I do, until death do we part" Fionna whispered.

"You may kiss the bride" The priest said.

Marshall swooped down and grabbed Fionna and twirled her. He gently pushed his lips on Fionna and the audience cheered with joy.

Today was to be a busy day. After the wedding was the coronation of the new queen. Queen Fionna.

The reception was short but it's shortness was made up for beauty. Golden flowers were strewn everywhere and black chains hung from the chandelier. The main celebration would be for the coronation and the festival would last for days.

Everything was the way it was supposed to be. Even though all was perfect, Fionna felt a gaping hole inside of her. She missed Flame Prince.

Marshall was always there when she felt down and Fionna's love for Marshall grew by the day.

Marshall offered his hand to Fionna. Fionna accepted the gesture and they began their first dance as man and wife. Marshall wasn't that great of a dancer, and neither was Fionna. Their awkwardness and clumsiness made onlookers giggle at the sight.

They danced for what seemed eternity. They danced with complete joy and peace until Pepina tugged at Fionna's dress.

"My lady, we should begin your coronation" She croaked.

Fionna smiled weakly "Of course"

The ceremony was long, elaborate and elegant. A silver crown was placed upon Fionna's head. Fionna had insisted that Marshall was to be her king. The Queen had her orders, and the priests obliged.

Fionna felt happy with Marshall by her side.

Finally, the hardship was over.