Chapter 11

I'm Ready

It's just one day away before the big day: the biggest day of Asuka and Homura's lives... the day they would finally be joined in holy matrimony. They had already gotten past all the hurdles: proposing, announcing to friends, coming out to parents... there was only one last step: to finally say their vows and become one forever.

As the magical day grows nearer, the stress, anxiety, and nerves inside Asuka and Homura intensified. Like a priceless artifact growing with value every day, so does the butterflies grow inside their stomach and become more and more prominent with each second. They find themselves unable to do anything of merit all day; they just lie around on the couch or in bed, each trying to figure out the spontaneous combustion of emotions raging inside them.

At the moment, Asuka and Homura have no jobs or duties of any kind. They are currently just laying in bed in their jammies, enjoying each other's company. Neither had much to say, so the only noise in the room was their soft breaths and the rustling of sheets, as well at the mattress creaking when they snuggle close against each other.

Asuka is the first to speak, breaking the long silence:

"Well...tomorrow's the day," Asuka says, softly. "We're finally getting married. Isn't it exciting?"

Homura nods as she pets her soon-to-be wife. "Yes. I can't believe we're this far since our engagement. I feel happy right now."

"Me, too."

They intertwine hands and stare at each other lovingly for at least a few minutes.

"You ready for this?" Homura asks. "Because I am."

"Of course I'm ready, Homura-chan," Asuka giggles. "I'm ready for anything. Ready to take the next step into our relationship~"

"So... you're not nervous at all?"

Asuka gets a little pink in the cheeks. "Um, w-well... nervous about what?"

"You know, all of it! The wedding ceremony, having to stand in front of everyone dressed fancy... seeing all their face directed at us as we kiss in front of them…"

Asuka looks over at Homura; now HER cheeks are pink... even darker pink than Asuka's. "Ummm Homura-chan? It looks like YOU'RE the one who's nervous."

Homura looks away, embarrassed. "W-well! It's gonna feel so weird standing in front of everybody like that!"

Asuka puts her hand to her lips and giggles. "Tee hee... well if it makes you feel better, I'm nervous about that too. I don't WANT to have to do it, but it's just one of those things we can't help. We have to have a ceremony, we have to invite our friends and family, we have to put on our wedding clothes, and YES... we have to kiss in front of everyone."

"Gaaaaah! That's probably the worst part!" Homura whines.

"What? You don't want to kiss me~?"

"No! I mean, yes! I mean... not in public like that!"

"Awwwww Homura-chan... well, what do you say we practice right now~?"

Homura blushes heavily as her eyes look away for a bit. "O-okay..."

Asuka giggles and puckers her lips, ready for the kiss. Homura shuts her eyes tightly as she can feel her beloved's hands intertwine with hers, lean close and their lips touch. It's just a peck at first. But Asuka lets go and wraps her arms around her beloved, deepening the kiss. Homura is surprised by this, but immediately returns the favor, embracing Asuka as well.

The kiss lasts for however long it's been. Maybe just 10 minutes or so, but during that time, they take the time to pull away to catch their breath and do it all over again.

The bed creaks as they move about while the kissing continues until they pull away for about the 6th time they did this and look at each other in the eyes.

"Homura-chan..."

"Asuka..."

They whisper their names as they can't help but lock lips once again.

After their sweet little makeout session, they still aren't motivated enough to even get out of bed. They continued to lay there, tenderly in each other's arms, their minds still racing about everything that would soon happen.

"...It's a small price to pay." Homura whispers softly.

"Hmmm?" Asuka mumbles.

"I know I get embarrassed showing affection in public, but I'm willing to do it this one time... if it means getting to be with you forever."

Asuka feels a little tear forming from those sweet words. "Awww... Homura-chan~"

Asuka closes her eyes, squeezing the tear out a bit. Homura can feel the wet tear on her face, as Asuka is on top of her currently.

"Asuka-chan... I just can't wait until tomorrow! I can't wait! I'm nervous about the ceremony, but I don't care! I'm so ready to take the biggest step of our lives. I would kiss you in front of everyone a thousand times if it was necessary! As long as I get to put that ring on your finger... I'll be happy~"

Homura cuddles her beloved in her arms, stroking her hair in the process. "I'm ready, too...Asuka. I'll be happy as well...putting that ring on your finger, signaling our next big step in our relationship."

Asuka's tears are flowing now. Hearing those words from Homura melts her heart. It's such a powerful feeling to be like this right now, after everything they've been through. They were once enemies, fighting each other in deadly combat. At the time, the idea of being a married couple would have been ridiculous. But now, it is happening... as soon as they wake up in the morning, the day would be here!

The two remain in each other's arms for a while. None of them want to let go. Thinking about their big day is just too much for them. They are already excited for the day to come. Nothing else matters.

A/N: I would like to thank Jojo-san for working on this with me and we'll be doing this for a couple more chapters. Cause….I don't wanna drag it for so long that I'd run out of ideas. Long and detailed reviews and have a nice day~