Pieces of ash fell from the sky as Seer and I rode our way back to Mt. Ember. Blood stained the ground, and the sound of war surrounded us. Seer grabbed my hand as we entered a clearing. "No much farther. I...I want you to know...I love you Hayden."
Through the darkness I saw tears fall, like rain, from his eyes. I was holding back tears myself when I spoke: "This isn't goodbye you know. We'll make it out alive and this war will be over." He hopped off Ash, taking me with him.
He nodded, kissing me. His face was wet with tears and I felt his arms engulf my body. "I love you Hayden." He whispered, pulling away. "I love you too Jason." I whispered back.
Seer closed his eyes for a moment, before kneeling down. "When this is over...I want to spend eternity with you. Hayden Jackson..will you marry me?" Seer produced a golden ring. A large ruby sat in center, beautiful red markings covered the ring as well.
I was speechless, trying to find the words. Finally I found what I wanted to say. "Yes.." I breathed, taking everything in
Seer slipped the ring on my ring finger. "Be brave love. I'm proud to fight alongside you."
I kissed him lightly on the lips. "You too."
We mounted once more and rode farther towards the mountain. Fire covered the valley as we rode. Soon we arrived at the battle. Members from every guild surrounded us, fighting alongside each other, like true friends. Angels teamed up, creating powerful magic and shields. Mounts of every kind were aiding the wounded or fighting. Side heroes were unleashing major partner skill attacks, taking out plenty of undead.
Amora was single handedly fighting off Themis and Pandora. I rode in to help her, Seer followed. "This is for Quartz!" I hissed as Ruin struck Themis in the left side of her face. She screamed in both fury, and pain. Pandora lunged at me, her blade grazing my ear. Seer, who was now dismounted from Ash, hit her in the head, sending her back. He then continued to engage in a sword fight with the Angel.
Themis had recovered, blood running down her face. She tried to stab me in my good eye, but I reflected her. "Amora!" Seer called to the Angel of love. "What?" She called, casting a shield around me and Seer. "Marry us!" He called, kicking Pandora in the stomach. "Please!" I added dodging a blow.
"Right now?" She avoided an arrow aimed towards her heart. "Yes!" Both Seer and I cried, ending up back-to-back.
Amora looked down at my finger and noticed the ring. She then nodded. "I, Amora, angel of love and marriage ask the gods to smile down upon these two heros. We are gathered here to rejoice, and celebrate the marriage of the Hero Bane, and the Hero Seer. I ask whoever disapproves of this, speak now, or for eternity hold their peace!"
After minutes of fighting she continued:"If you two have any vows, speak now!"
Seer stumbled a bit, after avoiding a blow from Pandora's blade, spoke next. "Hayden, the hero Bane, you are the most amazing, intelligent, and beautiful woman I have ever met. I am proud to stand beside you now, and I hope to stand by you forever. You're my best friend, and the only woman I have ever, truly loved."
It was beautiful thing to say. "Jason, the hero Seer. I have waited all my life for you, and standing with you would be the biggest honor, and pleasure. You are brave, cunning, and handsome. Not only are you an amazing hero, but an amazing friend as well. You are, and always will be, my one true love."
Amore smiled, and let out a small "Awww"
She showered us with her shield once more and continued. "Then, by the power of the Gods, and the power invested in me, I pronounce you husband and wife. May the gods watch over you, and smile. You may now kiss the bride."
Seer and I knocked Pandora and Themis back. Seer then grabbed me, turned to face me, and kissed me.
Despite the fact we were at war, it was pretty fantastic.
After several minutes, we broke away.
"Awww how gushy and cute." Pandora hissed "To bad you won't live to see your honeymoon." Themis taunted.
"Themis, and Pandora? Glad to see you two." Athena showed up. She was dressed in white armor, and a matching cloak with a gold trim. "As your ruler, I thought I made it clear whose side the angels were on."
She unsheathed her large, jagged golden blade. It had a slight, white glow to it it, and it curved slightly.
"You? Our ruler? Dream on Athena. You may be the Goddess Angel, but you, my dear, are no god." Pandora picked up her dark green blade and lunged at Athena. Themis engaged in battle with Amora, who summoned herself a light red blade. It looked much like a katana, and was covered in pink flowers. The hilt was a rust color and looked like a rose.
"Go Bane! Aries is waiting at Mt. Ember! Finish this war, and be strong!" Athena called to me.
Seer nodded "This is your battle, and yours alone. I must stay and help."
I nodded. "Thank you all." I said, as I hopped on Ruin. I re-sheathed my sword and took off in the direction of the once active, red volcano.
