Chapter 11: I Do.
Pepper POV.
I sat anxiously in my room in the countryside stately home the bridesmaids and I had rented for the afternoon to get ready for the first day of the rest of my life.
"Pepper, everything will be fine, just breath!" Natasha ushered me to sit down in the chair and get ready, she looked a million dollars in her violet bridesmaids dress.
My mom , dad and the rest of the family had come over to the country side to attend the wedding.
"Oh, Virginia! You look so beautiful!" My mom was already sobbing as she made her way through the grand room I had to get ready in. My dad swiftly followed her.
"Mom, I'm in a robe!" I laughed at her while she hugged me tightly.
I got up from the chair a few make-up artists and the best hair experts money could buy had been working on me(Tony insisted.) I took a shaky look in the mirror.
My hair was pulled back (but my ginger fringe hung down) into a bun, either side I had one medium sized plait leading up to the silky bun. Placed intricately into my hair were two white calla lilies in honour of Tony's mother, they were surrounded by little purple wild flowers.
My make up was perfect. My cheeks subtly rosy, lashes thick and just enough mascara had been applied. My lips were lined with a natural lip stain.
I left my weeping mother with a reassuring hug for the bathroom, I carefully pulled on my Vera Wang couture gown. And slipped on my white platform peep-toe Christian Louboutin's.
30minuets to go.
Tony POV.
Oh shit.
I'm getting married in 7 minuets.
"Tony, you ready?" Rhodey quietly asked me as we sat on the deep purple velvet cushioned chairs that matched my tie.
"Not really no. I'm so nervous. I swear to god, If you whack out the whole seal and grape thing in your speech I will strangle you with my gauntlet." I laughed.
Rhodey just laughed with me.
Bruce, Rhodey and I sat in the front row of the arranged chairs. The ceremony was due to be done outside under the warming sun.
Everything looked amazing, calla lilies were incorporated appropriately. Twisted around the arch were we would say our vows. I had one in my button hole. My suit was grey, with the same shade of grey waistcoat and trousers. The tie I wore was a deep violet and matched Rhodey's and Bruce's.
The chairs began filling up, I rose to greet people , and Pepper's family members and the other members of the Avengers team . As I waited what seemed like an eternity for my bride.
Finally, I stood anxiously by the registrar waiting.
"If everyone could please stand for the arrival of the bride." She spoke loudly, her words made my heart skip a beat, waiting for a glimpse of Pepper, I peeked cautiously over my shoulder.
There she finally was , walking down the isle on her fathers arm. I saw her face light up as we locked eyes.
My eyes skimmed her dress for the first time. It was simple and elegant, the dress was a soft luxurious ivory colour, thin almost translucent but flowing material layered over the dress intricately hand crafted, decorated with lace and accentuated her figure. It clung under the bust and followed the lines of her body and flowed out slightly at the bottom. The thin straps sat softly on her shoulders. A Vera Wang gown, if I'm correct. It was so romantic.
Pepper held a bouquet of calla lilies that draped down from her grip, blowing gently in the breeze.
I gave her a blazing smile as I felt all of my nervousness drain from my features seeing my beautiful bride for the first time.
Pepper looked unbelievably beyond beautiful. She finally reached me and I took her hand and kissed her cheek.
"Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen. We are gathered here today to witness the joining of Virginia Potts and Anthony Stark in marriage. Now if we could have the rings?" the registrar looked to Rhodey, he stood, placed the rings in our palms. I took Pepper's simple diamond encrusted gold band that matched her engagement ring and she took my thick-ish gold band. ( Pepper and I declined a religious ceremony as neither of us had a religious bone in our bodies).
"Virginia, if you would like to say your vows to Anthony."
Pepper smiled, her eyes already glistening.
"I , Virginia Potts, take you Anthony Stark to be my lawfully wedded husband, secure in the knowledge that you will be my constant friend, my faithful partner in life and my one true love. On this special day I give to you in the presence of all those in attendance my sacred promise to stay by your side as your faithful wife in sickness and in health, in joy and in sorrow, as well as through the good times and the bad.
I further promise to love you with out reservation, comfort you in times of distress, encourage you to achieve higher goals, laugh with you and cry with you. Grow with you in mind and in spirit. Always be open and honest with you, and cherish you as long as we both shall live." Pepper promised me her vows, that we spent so many hours writing and deciding, in her confident voice. However I could see the glint of excitement and nervousness in her eyes as she slipped my wedding ring onto my finger.
"Anthony, If you would please proceed." The registrar hurried me on.
I took Peppers hand in mine. A deep breath, looking fully into her eyes.
"I, Anthony Stark, take you Virginia Potts as my lawfully wedded wife. Secure in the knowledge that you will be my constant friend, my faithful partner in life and my one true love. On this special day I give to you in the presence of all those in attendance my sacred promise to stay by your side as your faithful husband in sickness and in health, in joy and in sorrow, as well as through the good times and the bad.
I further promise to love you with out reservation, comfort you in times of distress, encourage you to achieve higher goals, laugh with you and cry with you. Grow with you in mind and in spirit. Always be open and honest with you, and cherish you as long as we both shall live." I promised her meaning every word. To let her know that I would never turn back. Then, with a huge smile, I slipped her gold wedding ring onto her third finger of her left hand.
"So do you Virginia Potts take Anthony Stark as your lawfully wedded husband?" The registrar started the final piece.
"Yes, I do." Pepper finally sniffled and rose a shaky finger up to wipe carefully under the black lashes. I looked at her lovingly.
"And do you Anthony Stark take Virginia Potts as your lawfully wedded wife?"
"I do." I encased my promise with those simple words.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I now present to you Mr. And Mrs. Stark , Anthony you may now kiss your beautiful wife." The registrar smiled while the guests threw confetti, cheering and clapping.
I pulled Pepper to me and kissed her, enough to cause a category five hurricane.
I've never been so happy in my life.
"I see Steve's made a friend.." I mumbled in Pepper's ear. It was quite a bit into our first dance at the reception and most people had grabbed a partner and joined us on the dance floor.
"Good for him, that's sweet. Receptionists aren't always slutty." Pepper laughed.
Steve was currently teaching Charlotte , one of the many receptionists and one of Pepper's closest friends at Stark Industries to dance properly. He seemed to be having a good time, for once.
"Mrs. Stark, that's good." I hummed trying it out.
"It's very good.. I like it." Pepper laughed back at me.
"But can I still call you Miss. Potts in the bedroom?" I asked cheekily.
"Tony!" Pepper laughed shocked at my question and wildly glancing around making sure no one heard me, especially her mother and father.
"Pepper, have I mentioned how utterly heartbreakingly beautiful you look this evening, so perfect and you're all mine now." I peppered her forehead in kisses - no pun intended.
"I've always been your's, Tony." Pepper whispered into my ear, for she had laid her head on my shoulder. I hugged her tighter, revelling in her welcoming warmth.
But she did, Pepper looked breath taking , and I'll be damned if she doesn't end up in this weeks Vogue magazine.
"But thank you, and yes I believe you have. May I just mention how dashing and dapper you look, I said purple and ivory was the best colour scheme. Not red and gold!" Pepper laughed leaning into me, placing her head into the side of my neck, relaxing under the sturdy support of my arms.
"Whatever you say, Mrs. Stark."
(Honeymoon but only a little bit - Absolutely no smut, sorry kids, no that kind of writer!)
I let out a wolf whistle as Pepper waded out of the sea like a Bond girl, in her vintage 50's style red polka dot halter neck bikini, her hair drenched a darker shade of orange.
Pepper blew me a kiss cheekily. I leant on the rails of our private house in Bora Bora - Tahiti. The picturesque quality of the place was idyllic, so beautiful it felt unreal.
Pepper surrounded by the almost transparent but perfectly blue sea, the golden sun grazed over our skins, bathing us in warmth, energetic waves cashing against rocks, us alone ; made her all the more temping.
I suspect this is the first of many honeymoons...
Authors note ;
Hey guys!
WEDDING CHAPTER! Gaaah! I loved writing this one, I really felt like I was in my element!
Wow, seems like only yesterday was deciding about what to write for chapter 1! Now we're in the double digits! Anyways, thank you for all your lovely reviews as always, can I say a little thank you to PirateElfLuvr for their lovely comment, touched my heart!
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And everyone else who has reviewed saying how much they like this, and giving me encouragement to strive on! Y'know I'm already thinking about sequels...
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