Authors Note: Hey guys. Sorry its taken so long. I spent a long
time writing and rewriting this chapter because I wanted it to be
special. So here is the final product. I'm hoping it's good enough.
It's a lot of Eric and Donna because this is the wedding chapter. But
there is some Jackie and Hyde in here. And i want to know if you guys
want me to continue. Because I have an idea of where I can go from
here, but if you feel that this should be it i can totally respect
that. I hope that everyone had a good new year. Oh yea the song that is
in this chapter is one that I looked up for songs from 1982, saw it and
freaked cuz it's one of my favorites. So here it is. The wedding
chapter in all it's glory. Let me know what you think because your
reviews mean the world to me. Oh and if you want to know what Eric said
when Donna nods let me know and I'll post what he said. Also this
chapter does jump around a bit...sorry i just dont like to do huge
wedding scenes. Plus i just wanted to get to the good stuff.
Chapter 10: Forever I Promise
"I'm so nervous." Donna said as she paced back and forth in her wedding gown.
"Why are you so nervous? Donna this is the happiest day of your life." Jackie said as she watched Donna.
"Jackie what if I'm making a mistake, what if Eric and I aren't meant to be married?"
Jackie stood up and grabbed Donna by the shoulders. "Donna, listen to me okay? There is no doubt in my mind that you and Eric are meant to be together. When we were teenagers I always though of Eric as a scrawny little annoying boy who quoted Star Wars too much, but as we grew up I realized that Eric is actually a very good man who loves you unconditionally Donna. You two have something that most people go their whole lives searching for. You two are the very definition of true love. I know you know that so why are you so scared."
Donna looked at Jackie and sighed. "Jackie, I'm pregnant."
Hyde closed the door to the groom's room as he looked around for Eric. "Forman are you in here?"
Eric walked out of the bathroom and looked at Hyde. "I'm right here. What's up?"
"I need to talk to you about something."
"Let me guess it has something to do with Jackie."
"I know today is your day, but I really need some advice." Hyde said as he sat on the couch. Eric sat next to him and waited for his friend to speak. "I don't know what to do. I leave in two days and I don't want to, but I know that I have to. My whole life is in San Francisco, but Jackie and Steve are here."
"So move back. I'm sure that W.B. will let you work in any of the stores that you want."
"Yeah, but what about Jackie, she has this great life in Chicago. I don't want to come in and screw that up for her."
"Hyde, while you were gone Jackie did in fact grow up. She got a job, saved all the money she earned, gave birth to your son, and raised him the best that she could. But there was never a moment where she didn't want you, where she didn't need you, everyday she prayed that you would come looking for her. She told Donna everyday that she needed you and everyday she begged us to go and get you. You won't screw up her life Hyde. You'll make it even better."
"Thanks Forman." Hyde said as he looked at his best friend, "Are you ready for this?"
"Yeah, I mean I'm nervous but not like last time." Eric stood up as the door opened.
"We're getting ready to start dumb ass." Red said as he looked at his two sons.
"Well thanks Dad." Eric said as they followed Red out of the room.
"Donna what do you mean you're pregnant?" Jackie said as she stared at her best friend.
"I mean I didn't get my period and now I'm having a baby." Donna said as she sat down.
"Did you take a test?"
"Of course I did Jackie." Donna said as she looked up at her best friend.
"Are you okay?" Jackie asked as she sat next to Donna and took her hands.
"I'm fine. I just…I guess I'm scared of what Eric will say."
"Girls we're ready." Kitty said as she poked her head in.
"Okay." Donna and Jackie said as they followed her out.
Eric felt every eye in the church on him the instant he walked to his spot at the front of the church.
"Breathe Forman." Hyde said as he patted Eric's shoulder.
Eric smiled at his friend then turned back as the music started. Red and Kitty made their way down the aisle followed by Midge and her new husband. Once they were seated Betsy began to walk down the aisle tossing flower petals as Steve walked beside her. Steve waved at Hyde before he and Betsy sat with Kitty and Red. The music changed and Eric smiled as Jackie slowly walked down the aisle. Eric glanced at Hyde and smiled as he watched his best friend stare at Jackie. "So you really want to leave?" Eric said as Hyde glared at him. Finally the wedding march began and Eric stared as Bob walked with Donna on his arm down the aisle. Once they reached Eric, Bob shook Eric's hand, then kissed Donna's cheek and took his seat. Eric offered his arm to Donna then together they walked up to the priest.
"Dearly beloved we are gathered here to join these two souls in holy matrimony. It is my understanding that they are prepared to recite their own vows. Donna?"
"Eric my whole life there has only been one constant person that I could always turn to no matter what. Someone who has always given me advice and consoled me when things went wrong and never expected anything in return. That person has always been you Eric. You've always stood beside me, giving me strength and guidance when I needed it the most. My love for you is never ending and always true. You're everything to me Eric Forman and I love you."
"Donna, today I'm supposed to be able to put into words how I feel about you, but I couldn't find the right words to describe this love that I've felt for you for so many years. Nothing seemed good enough, nothing seemed to fit. So I thought of a memory, one that would help me explain what I couldn't find the words to explain. Do you remember the day I left for Africa and you walked me to the gate and I held you in my arms and you looked at me and a single tear fell from your eyes. In that moment I knew that no matter what happened after that day…after that very second…that you were the one for me. So I pulled away and you said don't go. Do you remember what I said to you after that?" Donna nodded her head. "Good because I meant it. I love you Donna, and I'll love you always and forever."
"Ladies and Gentlemen, I'd like to introduce for the first time ever, Mr. and Mrs. Eric Forman." Everyone stood and clapped as Eric and Donna made their way into the reception hall. Donna smiled at Eric as he led her to the long table. "I can't believe you used that memory in your vows."
"It was the most important day of my life Donna."
"Why?"
"Because I realized what you meant to me that day."
Donna squeezed Eric's hand as they began to move around the room greeting their guests.
"Mommy you look pretty." Steve said as he ran to Jackie.
"Oh Stevie you look so handsome."
"Do I look like Daddy?"
"Yeah honey you do." Jackie said before Steve ran off to play with Betsy.
"Jackie." Hyde said as he came up to her.
Jackie wrapped her arms around him as he kissed her forehead. "Steven…I love you." Jackie said as she looked up at him.
"I love you too doll…I love you so much." Jackie leaned up and kissed him as Hyde wrapped his arms around her waist.
"Ladies and Gentlemen I'd like to ask the bride and groom to please come to the dance floor for their first dance."
Eric and Donna walked on the floor and Eric grabbed the mic. "Okay now I had a little help in picking this song and once you hear it you'll know who helped me. So Donna this song is for us. It may not be what you expected but it works." Eric said before he handed the mic back to the DJ then walked to his bride as the song started.
Though I've tried
before to tell her
Of the feelings I have for her in my
heart
Every time that I come near her
I just loose my nerve
As
I've done from the start
Every little
thing she does is magic
Everything she do just turns me on
Even
though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes
on
Do I have to tell
the story
Of a thousand rainy days since we first met
Its a big
enough umbrella
But its always me that ends up getting wet
Every little thing
she does is magic
Everything she do just turns me on
Even
though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes
on
I resolved to call
her up a thousand times a day
And ask her if she'll marry me in
some old fashioned way
But my silent fears have gripped me
Long
before I reach the phone
Long before my tongue has tripped me
Must I always be alone
Every little thing
she does is magic
Everything she do just turns me on
Even
though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes
on
Every little
thing
Every little thing
Every little thing
Every little
thing she do is magic magic magic
magic magic magic
Everyone was sitting down enjoying their meal when Jackie stood up and tapped her glass. "Hi…I'm Jackie as you all know I'm Donna's maid of honor. I've known Donna and Eric practically my whole life and while I've been kind a downer on their relationship I never doubted for one second that these two loved each other. When we were kids we all just assumed that what they had was a high school thing. However it never once occurred to us that what these two had was more real and more wonderful than any high school love could every think to have. What Eric and Donna do is something that is rarely seen with couples anymore. They give their hearts to one another unconditionally, without regret. That's something that not too many people can say that they do. What they have is true love and it gives me hope for the future. So Eric and Donna I wish you the best in your life and I love you guys. To Eric and Donna."
"To Eric and Donna." Everyone said as they took a sip of their drinks.
Hyde stood up and took the mic from Jackie. "Hey…As you all know I'm Steven, Eric's best man. I've known Eric since we were really young and while I've picked on him endlessly I've always known that he has a good heart. When I was younger I had a rough family life and Eric helped me out. He convinced his family to take me in and he became the brother I always wanted. Because of him I now have a family that loves me. Eric and Donna are two people that not only found each other but made it work through all the good and all the bad. They are two people that prove that good things can happen even amongst all the bad. So Eric and Donna I wish you two luck in the future. To Eric and Donna."
"To Eric and Donna."
"Okay we're leaving." Eric said as he made his way over to his parents.
"I'm proud of you son." Red said as he pulled Eric into a hug.
"Thanks Dad." Eric said as he pulled away.
"Oh my baby is married." Kitty said as she pulled Eric to her.
"Mom it's okay."
"No it's not. It's going to be so quiet in the house now. You're gone and Steven's gone. Oh my babies are gone." Kitty said as she held on to Eric tighter.
"Kitty he has to go." Red said as he pulled them apart.
"Forman," Hyde said as he walked over to the family, "I need to talk to you for a second."
Eric nodded then walked away with Hyde. "What is it?"
"I just got off the phone with W.B. and he's agreed to let me run the store in Chicago."
"That's awesome Hyde."
"Yeah I just…I can't leave her Forman."
"I'm glad. She needs you Hyde. Even if you think she doesn't. She does."
"Thanks."
"Now I'm off to spend the night with my Bride. Are you going to be at my house tomorrow before we leave?"
"Yeah I'll be there."
"Good." Eric said before he hugged Hyde.
Once everyone else was gone Jackie walked over to Hyde and wrapped her arms around him. "Steven."
"Hey doll. Where is Steve?"
"He went with Kitty and Red. He was really tired."
"I don't doubt that. Did you see him dancing with Betsy?"
"Yeah he reminded me of you."
"Ah my son…he's already irresistible to the ladies."
Jackie laughed. "Steven…Are you really leaving?"
"Actually I wanted to talk to you about that."
"Okay I'm listening."
"I talked to my dad and he said that if I wanted I could run the store in Chicago instead of California."
"Are you serious?"
"As a heart attack doll, so I guess what I'm asking is if it would be alright if I could come to Chicago with you."
"Oh Steven of course you can come with me."
"I was hoping you'd say that." Hyde said as Jackie crashed her lips onto his.