Celtic Connection (Set 5 years before Next Generation)
Today was the big day, for Sheamus it was the most nerve racking day he had experienced. The fiery haired Irishman had watched as most of his friends had gone through their own special day, most of them with a smile on their lips at the end of it and happiness in their hearts while the love they held for the other besides them overflowed for all to see. He knew those he loved like family would be there either at his side or in attendance for the big event ahead, most of them poking a little fun for him taking so long, after spending so long together and having two kids he had finally popped the question to the woman he loves. To most they had been married in all but name, but now it was time to make it official as others had done before, some had been successful with others ending in heartbreak yet each had attempted to give marriage a go.
Sheamus had spent the night at the house he shared with his wife to be, their kids being with Dolph who had kindly offered to look after all the kids from the group, Emma volunteering to help with the younger ones especially since Dolph's were just leaving school or already left. Plus she knew there would be way to many kids to handle for just one person, especially since there was two pairs of mischievous twins involved. The girls on the other hand had stayed in a suite at the hotel the wedding was set to take place, each of them making sure the bride to be was kept calm and enjoyed her last few hours of freedom while also reminding her of past memories and getting her to speak to Britani and Stephan via face timing, much like all of them did, Dolph and Emma happy for the distraction. The Hem and Bachelor night taking place a week before hand, their co-workers also there to help supply the never ending fun and memories, although most of them could barely recall what happened the night before with the groom and two of the grooms men waking up handcuffed to each other in a fountain.
"You ready for this?" asked Justin as he walked into the main family room, a smile on his lips as he looked around at the school photos of the couple's children and family photos. Each photo proudly displayed in a glittery frame to grab someone's attention, much like the pictures each had done as young kindergarten kids were displayed on the fridge or somewhere in the kitchen with pride. "Its your big day, the one where you can finally call Becky your wife" added the south African, a small sparkle in his eye as he looked around to the others who had already walked down the isle, Punk being the first of a long list and was still happily married to the woman who took pleasure in sending him around the twist by shouting banana peel on the odd occasion. Sami also there he being the one to tie the knot with Bayley before hand, actively nicknamed the bubbles and hugs couple. Sheamus soon looked up to where Justin stood in the door way, before returning his gaze to the others around, seeing Seth and Dean stood next to each other, Finn close by them almost as if he was filling the gap Roman had left behind. Zack also there as he tried once more to blend in although he struggled when he knew the secret he had hidden from everyone including his own wife could tear what they come to call the norm apart. Although he was thankful they did all in their power to involve him.
"Yeah, just nervous. After so long together and two beautiful kids, its feels as if we've been married all this time" responded Sheamus with a whispering tone, not wanting to break the peacefulness that filled the atmosphere, he knew it was the calm before the storm but wanted to enjoy it none the less, especially since he knew some of his teenage years friends had been through it and had so many happy memories to speak off. "I keep thinking Becky's not going to show up or stops and runs back up the isle" added the groom, fear in his voice as he spoke of what had been badgering him since the bachelor party the week prior. The fiery Irishman catching the look those who had waited at the end of the isle shared from the corner of his eye almost like they knew what he was feeling, just as they made little attempt to help him with it, as if they knew the only thing that could help was seeing his bride walk towards him and hearing her say those two words.
"We all felt like that" replied Punk, a smile on his lips at remembering who he had at his side as his best man and grooms men, just as he could recall who was there with each of the others too. Each of the brides looking stunning like angel princesses, the room automatic lit up, upon their entrance. "Becky will be thinking the same about you, probably questioning if you'll actually be there waiting for her at the end of the isle or if you'll suddenly change your mind half way through the ceremony. She'll be just as nervous if not more about the wedding, hoping everything goes perfectly and no hiccups happen along the way" added the man who had become known as the best in the world, a proud smile on his lips as he looked around the room, remembering when Adrian announced he had gotten married with only one witness that actually being Roman, even when Finn informed all of them he had counselled the wedding and would focus on being a father to his only child in Prince. He could even recall when Dolph got all of them together to announce his short lived marriage to Kaitlyn had come to an end.
"I have confidence everything will work out for you" spoke Finn from his spot next to Dean and Seth, even know it felt as if something was missing when Roman wasn't there. He was missed when he didn't attend Bayley and Sami's wedding, much like everyone there knew there was a chance he wouldn't be attending this one either. "Becky loves you, you have a family together and have built everything here together. We all know she wouldn't stand you up on the day you have been determined will be about her, much like we all know you will never leave her behind. So quit with the nerves, you practically be married to her since you moved in together god knows how many years ago. This is basically for a piece of paper at this point" added the man known as the Demon King, reminding the other Irishman he had practically been married to the woman he would be saying I Do to for years, they already had everything a married couple should have, although he knew no one in the room apart from Sami knew Becky was in fact Prince's biological mother. Much like he knew only Bayley knew it from the girls, the four of them together had kept it a secret even from Prince himself.
"Plus you have us lot here to help you. I'm sure Randy would be happy to RKO you before sending you down the isle, much like I'm sure Dean and Seth would be more than thrilled to chain you in place until you have to put the ring on Becky's finger" added Sami his normal smile appearing on his lips as he imagined what could take place, much like he seen the smirk Randy had coming to his lips and the mischievous look both Seth and Dean shared upon the mention of them being able to finally shackle someone at the alter. Although they had come close to it with Randy a few years prior, the man known as the Viper not too pleased about it although he knew it was only for fun. They had even promised him they would only do it to make sure he didn't run away and break Kim's heart. A smile soon graced Sheamus's lips as he began to realise the logic in Finn's words and the almost playful tone to appear in Sami's upon speaking his suggestion although he could vividly imagine Randy happily RKOing him before someone helping him down to his stop at the alter, Seth and Dean working together to make sure he stayed standing.
~ The Wedding ~
Everyone had arrived for the wedding, each of them ladies dressed in formal wear, either a long dress for a short one in different colours besides white and the colour the bride herself had requested no more wear so the bridesmaids and maid of honour could be easily recognised in a crowd. Sheamus soon took his place at the alter, his best man and grooms men waiting behind him all dressed in the black tux with a white tie and flower in the pocket. Sami, Justin, Seth and Dean had smiles on their lips as Randy took pictures, if only to capture the almost terrified look Sheamus unknowingly had displayed on his features. The isle had been decorated with rose petals ready for when the bridesmaids and bride walked down. The chairs had each been decorated with ribbons much like an arch went over the alter.
The four bridesmaids soon came down the isle, Summer coming down first a bright smile gracing her lips as she seen her husband standing by the side of the groom and her twins in the crowd, Paige followed behind her the flower crown placed neatly in her curled hair, the memories of the other weddings to have taken place coming to her, especially when she remembered she had been a bridesmaid at all but one of them. Layla soon followed down the isle after Paige, the green dress each of them wore flowing around her, she too smiled if only in happiness and what Sheamus and Becky were about to do. Truly being one, united in marriage after so long together, her smile only grew more when she remembered who the ring bearers were. Finally the maid of honour in Bayley walked down the isle, knowing the next lady to walk down the rose petal isle would be the bride herself, being walked down by her father and looking like the angel she truly was. Like with all the bridesmaid she held on to a small bouquet of Becky's favourite flowers. Upon reaching the spot she was set to witness the ceremony the music signalling the bride was ready to walk down the isle began to play.
The soft string music caused everyone to look to the double door entrance, there they seen the fiery haired bride dressed in her perfect white gown and veil, a smile clearly on her lips as she linked arms with her father. The two soon began to walk down the isle, a bright smile that could light up the room graced her painted lips, only getting bigger with every careful step she took towards the man she already considered to be her husband. She was ecstatic to see her family members had come from Ireland much like Sheamus's had to attend the special day, her close friends as well as their own children there, Emma of course keeping Colby entertained with the help of Finn. Her smile only got bigger when she noticed a four year old next to Colby, the dark haired boy she recognised immediately and knew her day couldn't be any more special or perfect. She soon reached the isle, her father giving her hand to Sheamus as they both turned to face the official for the wedding. Becky lifting the veil over her head so she could see properly and ready for the kiss at the end of the ceremony.
"Welcome everyone to this special day. For today is the day where long time partners Sheamus Farrelly and Becky Lynch unite as one in marriage, as they finally profess their undying love for each other in front of those they love the most outside of each other. I understand both of you have written your own vows" announced the priest once everyone had taken their places, the bridesmaids and grooms men waited silently in their positions as the sun light lit up the room making it seem as if the alter and those stood there were glowing. Becky and Sheamus soon turned to each other, both with bright smiles on their lips as their happiness all but radiated to those around them, their nerves a distant memory now although their excitement to be taking the step showing through their actions towards each other.
"Sheamus, when Bayley first told me about the senior year misfits she spent time with during our freshman year, I thought they were just some wild stories she had made up. Until the day when we were in senior year and the wrestling team from 2015 returned to help us. With them came my idols and unknown to me, the man I'd go on to happily spend my life with. You brought a seventeen year old girl's dream true when you agreed to go to prom with me, even more so when you stuck around to help me adjust to life on the road. As time went on our friendship became a love so strong it became like a little fairytale. Even when parted we the love was still there. So I am more than happy to become Mrs Sheamus Farrelly and truly become one with you my soul mate" whispered Becky just loud enough for those in the back to hear her, tears in her eyes as she thought of all the memories they had created together, even the two kids they had and the son she had with Finn. All of it to her was perfect, even if like other couples they had their ups and downs. She soon smiled slightly bigger when she looked up into Sheamus's eyes, her enthusiasm about the day clear to see in her body language.
"For years, I watched as my closest friends found love, whether it was in school where they literally had their worlds turned upside down like Punk, Seth and Dean or through the business we all have a passion for like Randy and Emma. I always hoped one day I would find the one meant for me. Unknown to me, I found that someone when I returned to WWE High years after graduating. I found you thanks to our huggable one behind you and thanks to Vince decided he needed help with motivating students. Ever since then my world changed, it wasn't just about wrestling or being there when my friends needed support, it was about both of those things and about getting you to smile knowing I was the reason it was there. You became my world, gave me the family I always hoped I would be lucky enough to have. I couldn't ask for more than what I got when I met you, nor would I change a thing. I finally found the meaning of perfection, and that is you my perfect soul mate. There is no love in my world without you there" recited Sheamus as he remembered the words he had spent days writing down as part of his vows as well as going over previous wedding videos for help. He could still recall asking those who had already waited at the end of the alter for help, asking for their advice.
"Please repeat after me" uttered the well dressed priest, his words almost echoing around the now quiet room as some wiped tears from their eyes. He knew both would change the words to fit them, and likely place the ring symbolising their never ending love and unity in marriage on their opposites ring finger at the end. "I, Becky take you Sheamus to be my husband. To have and to hold from this day forward. For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health. To love and cherish, till death us do part" continued the older man, before turning to Sheamus to speak the words the fiery haired groom would be repeating in a few seconds time. "I Sheamus, take you Becky to be my wife, to have and to hold from this day on. For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health. To love and cherish, till death us do part" finished the priest before listening as both repeated the words he had spoken for each of them, the rings each of them would be wearing given to them by the couple's two children. Both of which stayed besides their parents. "Ladies and Gentlemen I present to you, Mr and Mrs Farrelly. Sheamus you may kiss you fiery bride" announced the priest once both had finished their vows. Those in attendance began to clap where as both Stephan and Britani looked at each other with the ew look placed firmly on their features, although they also had bright smiles to see both of their parents so happy and to see all of those they called aunts and uncles there. The bride and groom had noticed Roman's absence but refused to allow it to ruin the perfect day they had spent months planning.