Hey, Please bear in mind that this is just a sort of filler chapter. Life's been hectic and because i'm new to fanfic, I've made the mistake of writing as I go rather than keeping several chapters ahead of myself. I'll be sure to do that with future stories so that I can get weekly updates up no matter what. I can only apologise for how long it has been since I updated. I've been moving states (Australia) and I've got 4 uni assignments due before June 9th (Woo! June 9th!) This is just a little chapter about how it goes when the girls go wedding dress shopping. I know it could be longer and more detailed but I'm going to have to leave the longer chapters until after the huge end of semester rush! Thanks so much for sticking with this story. As always, Please review, inbox me, anything! I love hearing from you guys!

Piper felt like she was on cloud nine. She couldn't believe that Alex had proposed to her. She never in her wildest dreams thought this was how her life would turn out, a beautiful fiancée who treats her better than she could ever have hoped for and a wedding to plan!

"Al, do you want to have a big wedding or a small wedding?" Piper said, admiring her engagement ring. She was sitting on the sofa with Alex, watching a movie.

"I think we should do up an invitation list and see how it goes, Pipes? If we end up with a lot of people on the list then I guess it will be a big wedding."

"Yeah.. true. Do you want to go to bed, I'm seriously tired!"

Piper yawned as she was talking and Alex, who was equally as tired, chuckled slightly as she stretched and got up from the sofa.

"C'mon then sleeping beauty, come be my little spoon."

Piper smiled as she took Alex's hand and was led into the bedroom. They both lay down, impossibly close to each other and dozed off into a peaceful sleep.

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The pair were woken by Piper's phone ringing loudly.

"What the fuck is that!" Alex groaned as she put the pillow over her head. Piper reached for her phone and answered.

"Polly?"

"Hey, Pipes, guess what? We're all going dress shopping today!"

"What? Who?"

"So, I asked Red and Nicky to come along so Alex can try on dresses and your mother and I are taking you! Isn't that exciting?"

Piper inwardly cringed at the thought of having to spend an entire day under her best friend and mother's watchful eye.

"Uh, Yeah, yay!" Piper tried to sound enthusiastic but she just wasn't feeling it.

"Piper, this is like, so exciting! Ok, So I'll meet you guys at the mall at 12. Cya."

Piper plopped herself back into the pillow and scrunched her eyes closed.

"what's up, Pipes?"

"Polly has arranged for us to go try on dresses and she has invited my mom."

Alex chuckled but pulled Piper closer to her. "It's just one day, Pipes. You will survive."

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Piper looked miserable as she trudged to the mall. She knew this should be really happy and she was excited to be trying on dresses but she was also worried about her mom and Polly. She knew they were so different to Nicky and Red and worried how well they would all get along. As they all hugged Alex leaned into Piper.

"Chill Pipes, It's just a few hours. Maybe you will find the dress of your dreams."

Piper smiled at the thought.

"Ok, So, we are totally going to Rachel Moreau's wedding boutique. Can you believe it?" Polly half shrieked.

"Wow, Pol, that's amazing but I think it might be quite expensive." Piper said, suddenly feeling out of her depth. It's not that she didn't have money, it's just that she didn't have money to splash and it made her feel inadequate. Her mother was always having little digs at her and over time it had chipped away at her confidence, making her feel very uncomfortable with anything to do with money.

Alex elbowed her a little bit. "Pipes. Just enjoy it."

Polly led the three women to Rachel Moreau's boutique where Nicky and Red were patiently waiting outside for them to arrive.

Red outstretched her arms when she saw Alex. "Ah, moya radost!" She said hugging the brunette before pulling Piper into an embrace.

"Hey bitches, let's go try on dresses. Jesus this is like something out of one of my fucking nightmares." Nicky grumbled and Piper pinched her cheeks.

"Aw, It's ok Nicky, I can assure you I'm looking forward to this just as much as you!"

They were ushered into a large round boutique room. Mirrored changing rooms were situated around the outside and in the middle was a "Viewing platform" so you could admire yourself from all angles.

The first dress Piper tried on she refused to exit the changing room. Alex could be heard chuckling from another changing room. They had decided to go the traditional route and weren't going to see each other's dresses until the big day. They were taking turns coming out and going back into the changing room. After a solid hour of trying on dresses they were both about to give up when Rachel Moreau came waltzing in announcing she had found the perfect dresses for them.

Piper tried on her dress and gasped. It was a beautiful slim fitting ivory coloured dress. The top was clear lace hanging over the shoulders, plunging into a long, low V. The lace met a beautiful tulle covered bodice which flowed into a tulle skirt that trailed on the floor slightly.

Alex was trying on her dress at the same time it was a lace jewel neckline jacket with ¾ length sleeves. The bodice underneath was strapless with a sweetheart neckline, the skirt dropped into a cathedral train and Alex was shocked at her own appearance. She had never seen herself look so radiant.

As Alex exited the changing room, Red broke down in tears.

"Holy fuck, Vause. Jesus. You're like some sort of gothic angel." Nicky said with her eyes wide.

"OK, Well, uh, guys I think this is the one!" Alex muttered, shyly. Usually her confidence was abundant but it had disappeared somewhere under this mass of fabric and she was feeling quite self conscious.

As she walked back into the changing room after everyone Oohing and aaahing over her she couldn't help but smirk at the thought of Piper removing the dress after their wedding.

Piper walked out and her mother broke down in tears. Polly gasped and smacked her hand over her mouth.

"Jesus Christ, Pipes. I'm going to have to keep Pete on a tight leash at this wedding. I think he is going to leave a trail of drool behind him."

Piper laughed and hugged her mom, slightly uncomfortable at her crying.

"So we are agreeing on this one?" Piper asked.

"Hey blondie, you sure you are wanting that pale ass in the changing room and won't change your mind for this whole lot of loving over here?" Nicky taunted. "You are looking mighty hot, Chapman, Whoo."

Piper laughed as she walked back into the changing room. Both girls emerged 5 minutes later beaming at each other.

As they approached the counter, Piper pulled out her wallet.

"That will come to $4550."

Pipers face fell immediately. She started to sweat. There was no way she could afford this, even on her credit card.

Alex noticed Piper's change in mood and pulled out her own wallet, determined not to make a big deal out of it. "Put them both on this, please." She said, winking at Piper.

Piper didn't return her smile, she suddenly felt ill. Really ill. She turned and ran to the toilet, puking up her breakfast as soon as she was in the stall.

All the women were giving each other concerned looks. "Nicky, could you take care of this for me please? You know the pin. I'll be right back." Alex said as she rushed after Piper.

"Piper?" Alex pushed open the stall door to find Piper sitting on the floor with her head in her hands.

"What's wrong?! Are you sick?" Alex asked, concerned that Piper might be coming down with a bug.

"I'm not sure, I've been feeling a little under the weather since last night but I dunno Al. Everything is so expensive and I feel so inadequate. I don't want you to pay for everything. It makes me feel small. I want to look after you, too. I mean, $4500? My credit card Maxes out at $5000 and it's already half gone because of the store. I just don't know how I'm ever going to get on top of it."

Alex sat next to Piper on the floor and placed her arm around her.

"Piper, We've been over this. I honestly don't mind. I love you and I want to spoil you. This is my big day too, you know. I want it to be one to remember. If that means splashing out a little, so be it. I know I'll only do this once in my lifetime. Now, get your butt off the floor and let's go get lunch. Think about the positives today, we both found our dresses and your Mom and Red didn't kill each other!"

Piper laughed and got up from the floor. She pulled Alex into a hug before being interrupted by Polly who had popped her head around the door.

"Girls, We're gonna head out to the Italian restaurant for lunch, Nicky is demanding carbs after her 'traumatic experience.'"

They all chuckled slightly before leaving the store. Alex pulled Piper aside. "So tell me what does your dress look like?" Piper smiled her megawatt smile and put her finger to Alex's nose.

"I guess you'll see for yourself in three weeks!"