I got a lot of good responses to the question I asked the last time I updated. Basically, this story would not have been as long or interesting if it were a Simonette. Duh! lol! It's been a long time since my last update. So I'm updating now while I'm at school. Isn't that cool? I really should be paying attention but I don't want to. Anyway!

Two to Tutor: Troth Tales
Chapter 12
The Everything In Between Wedding Part

"Hey Brittany," Jeanette said walking into the changing room. "Are you nervous?" She asked.

Brittany sighed. "Not really; I'm more impatient than anything." She said with a laugh.

"…Really?"

"Yeah," Brittany answered. "What's there to be nervous about? I love Simon, and I want be with him for the rest of my life." She explained looking at herself in the mirror.

Jeanette nodded and sat in a nearby chair. "How did you know?" She asked.

Brittany eyed her strangely through the mirror. "How did I know what?" She asked.

"How did you know Simon was the one?" Jeanette asked.

Brittany thought about it. "I just kind of knew." She said.

"But how…?" Jeanette asked.

"Why is this so important to you Netta?" Brittany asked turning around to face her. Jeanette remained silent. After awhile it finally clicked. "Oh my God," She said quickly walking over to the door and shutting it. "You're having second thoughts about marrying Alvin." She said.

Jeanette shrugged. "Well…"

"I knew it!" Brittany said pulling up a chair beside hers and placing her hand on top of Jeanette's. "I'm going to let you in a little secret." Brittany continued. Jeanete nodded. "I was scared too." Brittany whispered. Jeanette only blinked in response. It was obvious that it didn't quite register. Brittany sighed. "There was a moment that I didn't know if I was marrying Simon for the right reasons." She clarified.

"But you love Simon." Jeanette said.

"And I was scared that what I thought was love was only an attraction, and what I loved was..." Brittany paused to think of an appropriate word. "...Pushing his buttons." She said.

"How'd you get over it?" Jeanette asked.

"I realized that he hadn't pushed my buttons in five years; So I definitely wasn't in it for that." Brittany laughed. Jeanette giggled. "Listen Netta, there is no one more perfect for you than Alvin." Brittany said sincerely.

Jeanette furrowed her brow in confusion. "Why are you trying to convince me to marry Alvin? I thought you hated him."

"Oh, I do." Brittany said. "…With all my heart and soul and everything in between." She laughed. "He's obnoxious, self-centered, good-for-nothing…"

"Brittany," Jeanette called to stop her babbling.

Brittany nodded. "My point is that I completely understand why you wouldn't want to marry him."

"What?"

"I mean, why would you?" Brittany asked.

Jeanette glared at her. "…Because he's sweet, funny, smart, and a great guy." She said. "Why wouldn't I want to…?" Jeanette trailed off when she saw Brittany's smile and realization hit; she also began to smile. "When did you get so clever?" Jeanette asked.

Brittany shrugged. "I guess Simon rubbed off on me." She said.

"Then why are you wearing white?" The ring barer asked cracking the door open and walking away.

Brittany huffed. "That's it; new rule!" She said walking over to the door. "Smart mouth kids get bitch slapped!" She yelled out into the hall. Jeanette laughed at her. It was just like Brittany to pick fights with little kids.

"Brittany, they're ready to start." Eleanor said walking into the changing room.

"…Finally! Let's do this!" Brittany said running out of the room, practically running Eleanor over in the process. Jeanette and Eleanor laughed at her behavior and followed Brittany out into the hall.

"What do you mean Simon isn't here?" Annie asked talking into a walkie talkie.

"WHAT!?" Brittany exclaimed in panic.

"I'm kidding!" Annie said laughing at Brittany's reaction. Brittany glared at her in such a manner that if looks killed, Annie would be dead and brought back to life just so Brittany could kill her again. "Calm down, Brittany; it was only a joke."

"I'll show you a joke!" Brittany exclaimed and attempted to run over turn her fantasy into a reality. Jeanette and Eleanor immediately grabbed her arms and held her back long enough for Annie to get inside and take her seat.

**

Simon took in a deep breath as the music began to play. Soon after, Alvin and Jeanette were making their way down the aisle; followed by Theodore and Eleanor, the ring barer (who didn't look as happy to be there), and Kyleigh (who didn't look happy too be wearing pink). The music faded and there was a short pause before The Bridal March began.

Brittany took in a deep breath and rounded the corner into the church to see everyone standing and waiting for her. As she made her way down the aisle everyone watched her with smiles that she politely returned. After what seemed like an eternity, she was finally face to face with the person she really cared about.

"Dearly beloved," The Minister began. "We are gathered together here in the sign of God – and in the face of this company – to join together this man and this woman in holy matrimony, which is commended to be honorable among all men; and therefore – is not by any – to be entered into unadvisedly or lightly – but reverently, discreetly, advisedly and solemnly. Into this holy estate these two persons present now come to be joined. If any person can show just cause why they may not be joined together – let them speak now or forever hold their peace."

Brittany then turned to face the crowd with a glare, just daring anyone to speak.

The Minister chuckled and continued. "The bride and groom have written their own vows and at this time would like to speak them publicly."

"Brittany," Simon said turning to face her. "Your great personality, intelligence, and sexiness have given me the strength to actually pop the question. And here we are today. You are my God-given angel, engulfed in beauty. You are more than the wind beneath my wings, but the wings themselves. My brothers and I have had so much success, fame, and fortune that we thought it couldn't get any better. But God knows I was wrong on all accounts. As long as I'm with you, I kept going higher. Not just in ranking, wealth, or fame, but spiritually as well. You helped me find myself. I'm not that same person anymore. For the first time in my life, I feel like I have something precious and pure. I'll never feel this way ever again if you weren't beside me. When I'm with you, I feel loved and cherished. When you're away, I feel torn. As the Stylistics would say, "You make me feel brand new.""

Brittany giggled. "I don't know how words could possibly describe how I feel about you. We've been through so much together. Ten years ago when I thought about my wedding day, I never would've thought that it'd be you standing here with me. Many people spend their lives searching for their soul mate, their one true love. Some people are lucky to find the person they can truly call the better half of themselves, while others spend the rest of their lives searching and never finding. I am happy to count myself among the lucky ones, because I certainly found you. That's why I don't regret any of the mistakes I've made, because every single one has led me to you."

The Minister smiled at the both of them as he continued.

"Marriage is the union of husband and wife in heart, body and mind. It is intended for their mutual joy – and for the help and comfort given on another in prosperity and adversity. But more importantly – it is a means through which a stable and loving environment may be attained."

"Through marriage, Simon and Brittany make a commitment together to face their disappointments – embrace their dreams – realize their hopes – and accept each other's failures. Simon and Brittany will promise one another to aspire to these ideals throughout their lives together – through mutual understanding – openness – and sensitivity to each other."

"We are here today – before God – because marriage is one of His most sacred wishes – to witness the joining in marriage of Simon and Brittany. This occasion marks the celebration of love and commitment with which this man and this woman begin their life together. And now – through me – He joins you together in one of the holiest bonds."

Brittany and Simon smiled at each other.

"This is a beginning and a continuation of their growth as individuals," Said the Minister. "With mutual care, respect, responsibility and knowledge comes the affirmation of each one's own life happiness, growth and freedom. With respect for individual boundaries comes the freedom to love unconditionally. Within the emotional safety of a loving relationship – the knowledge self-offered one another becomes the fertile soil for continued growth. With care and responsibility towards self and one another comes the potential for full and happy lives."

"By gathering together all the wishes of happiness and our fondest hopes for Simon and Brittany from all present here, we assure them that our hearts are in tune with theirs. These moments are so meaningful to all of us, for what greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel that they are joined together – to strengthen each other in all labor – to minister to each other in all sorrow – to share with each other in all gladness."

"This relationship stands for love, loyalty, honesty and trust, but most of all for friendship. Before they knew love, they were friends, and it was from this seed of friendship that is their destiny. Do not think that you can direct the course of love – for love, if it finds you worthy, shall direct you."

"Marriage is an act of faith and a personal commitment as well as a moral and physical union between two people. Marriage has been described as the best and most important relationship that can exist between them. It is the construction of their love and trust into a single growing energy of spiritual life. It is amoral commitment that requires and deserves daily attention. Marriage should be a life long consecration of the ideal of loving kindness – backed with the will to make it last."

The minister paused for a moment to let it all process. Out of the corner of her eye Brittany saw Annie yawning and made a mental note to kill her later.

The minister once again turned to face them. "Do you Simon take Brittany to be your wife – to live together after God's ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon her your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto her as long as you both shall live?"

"I do," Simon said smiling at Brittany.

"Do you Brittany take Simon to be your husband – to live together after God's ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon him your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto him as long as you both shall live?"

"I do," Brittany said smiling back at him.

"What token of your love do you offer?" The Minister asked. "Would you place the ring in my hand?"

Alvin reached into his pocket and handed it to him.

"May this ring be blessed as the symbol of this affectionate unity. These two lives are now joined in one unbroken circle. Wherever they go – may they always return to one another. May these two find in each other the love for which all men and women yearn. May they grow in understanding and in compassion. May the home which they establish together be such a place that many will find there a friend. May this ring on her finger symbolize the touch of the spirit of love in their hearts." He said handing ring to Simon.

"Simon, in placing this ring on Brittany's finger, repeat after me:" The Minister said. "Brittany, you are now consecrated to me as my wife from this day forward."

"Brittany, you are now consecrated to me as my wife from this day forward." Simon repeated.

"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love…" He continued.

"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love…"

"And as the symbol of our unity…"

"And as the symbol of our unity…"

"And with this ring, I thee wed."

"And with this ring, I thee wed." Simon said slipping the ring on Brittany's finger.

"May you always share with each other the gifts of love – be one in heart and in mind – may you always create a home together that puts in your hearts – love – generosity and kindness." The minister said smiling at the two of them.

"In as much as Simon and Brittany have consented together in marriage before this company of friends and family and have pledged their faith – and declared their unity by giving and receiving a ring – are now joined."

Brittany couldn't help but smile at this.

"You have pronounced yourselves husband and wife, but remember to always be each other's best friend." The minister paused again, which made Brittany even more impatient than before. "What – therefore – God has joined together – let no man put asunder." He took another pause. Brittany rolled her eyes and began to squirm in anticipation; Simon chuckled at this.

"And so, by the power vested in me by the State of California and Almighty God, I now pronounce you man and wife – and may your days be good and long upon the earth." The minister said closing his Bible. Brittany huffed at his silence but smiled anyway. Simon laughed at her but was growing impatient himself. "You may now kiss the bride." He finished.

Simon then placed an incredible kiss on Brittany's lips. The assembly of people began to cheer and applaud. Cameras were going off from all directions. Brittany smiled and let out a satisfied sigh as he pulled away. Cameras continued to flash as the wedding party made their way back down the aisle. "Simon, I have to tell you something before anyone can interrupt us." Brittany whispered.

"What is it?" Simon asked once they were out in the hallway.

"Congratulations!" One of Simon's aunts exclaimed pulling him towards the rest of his aunts.

"Are you kidding me!?"

This was originally supposed to be a lot longer but once again I split a really long chapter into two not so long chapters. Thanks to everyone who helped me write this chapter! Whoo! Go Anthony! Okay new question. I was reading my entire Two to Tutor series because I felt like it. LOL, and I realized there is a HA-UGE gap in it. What happened between the time Simon left and the time Simon proposed? Where did this house of theirs come from? Exactly how bitchy did Brittany get? But my question is: Should a write a story (that isn't a Two to Tutor) that answers all those questions? There will be a poll up in my profile, and you can also leave an answer in your REVIEW!