Klaymonth Day 17: AU Klayley Wedding
Rebekah was standing in a little cabin, looking over photos from the years that had passed. All the tragedies, all of them, all the happiness between her brother and Hayley led to this moment. A photo also showed Klaus, Hayley and Hope together, smiling, a happy family. The day that Klaus proposed, Rebekah freaked out! She never thought that Klaus would be as redeemable as to ask any woman to marry him. Hayley must be someone really special to him, inside of his heart. He had helped her find her own redemption and she had found his own redemption through Hope. Klaus had bought her a huge diamond ring which Hayley immediately accepted with a kiss. They had fallen in love and there was nothing stopping Hayley from wanting to spend the rest of her eternity with him, making Klaus happy.
His happiness after everything that happened in their family is all that mattered to Rebekah and she sighed, smiling as she set down the photo and looked at Hayley, who was sitting next to her, looking in the mirror. Rebekah had made her look absolutely beautiful. Her hair was up and the makeup was just outlining her natural beauty. "You look amazing." Rebekah said and tried to hold back tears. How could she not be happy after everything that happened? She had a family and a man who loved her. Hayley had what she has always been searching for. "I never expected this to turn out this way." Hayley whispered and Rebekah smiled, nodding. "I am his sister and I would have never expected him to propose to you. You must really be the one he's always been searching for if he went this far." "It's not that, Rebekah. I just never thought that we would ever be together." Hayley whispered and Rebekah went next to her. "And why not? You two are made for each other. It's crystal clear."
Hayley just sighed and said, "Klaus is Klaus. He doesn't do romance for long term and he most certainly doesn't get married." "Hayley, that was before Hope, before he met you. You don't know him for long as I do. He's been my brother for over a millennium and let me tell you that everything he's been wanting from day one is a family and you gave him just that. He really loves you and he wants to be with you, not to mention the jealousy he gets when he sees you speak to other men. He wants you to belong to him, as his wife because he loves you and he's scared that you might leave him, which is why he wants to bound himself to you and make you happy." Rebekah explained and that only brought tears to Hayley's eyes. Rebekah quickly handed her a napkin. "There is no crying on your wedding day and thank God that I was smart enough to get you waterproof mascara. You would have ruined my masterpiece."
Just as Hayley wiped her tears away, Hope entered the cabin. "Mommy, you look great! But why aren't you dressed up?" she giggled as she danced around in her maid of honor's dress. "Mommy is going to get her dress on in a minute." Hayley promised her and got up. She knew how much Hope wanted to see her mother in a wedding dress. It had always been her dream to attend a wedding and now, she was attending her own parents' wedding. "I'll get daddy!" Hope yelled out but Rebekah stopped her. "No, Hope. Your daddy is not allowed to see mommy until the wedding starts. It's tradition."
Hayley just rolled her eyes at Rebekah's traditions and looked over a sample of the invitations that have been sent out. People from all over Louisiana were coming to New Orleans to be at the wedding which was going to take place in the bayou, in a small chapel. It is how Hayley's parents would have wanted her to get married. Davina had made sure to tell Hayley that, after she made contact with them from the other side. Hayley was most grateful to the little witch for helping her hear something that her parents wanted to say to her. Honestly, she didn't think that her parents from the other side knew that she was going to marry Niklaus Mikaelson, the one worst enemy the werewolves have had since forever. She didn't think they knew that she was now a hybrid, but the wedding was happening right now.
The wedding gown was priceless. It cost a fortune and it was one of the most unique she had ever seen. "Nik thought that you might like to wear something that has never been worn before. The model and the texture is something you won't find anywhere else, I can guarantee." Rebekah was telling her as Hayley put the dress on. "Why would he do this for me?" Hayley asked in a whisper as Hope giggled. "Because he loves you, because you are his special someone who deserves a special dress." Rebekah explained with a sweet smile as she helped her soon to be sister in law put the dress on.
"I know that I've never said this before but I feel really lucky to have you as my best friend and now sister, Rebekah." Hayley told her and Rebekah immediately pulled her into a hug too. "I care about you as my own sister already; you're the best friend I've ever had. You're honest and pure. No friend of mine in the past has been that way towards me. Thanks for being my friend." Rebekah said to her. Hope started pulling on her mother's white dress. "Mommy, can I try it on?" "Sweetie, it won't fit you." "But yours is so much prettier than mine." Hope complained and crossed her arms over her chest with a stubborn look and Hayley hugged her. "Your bridesmaids' dress is much more beautiful. I promise you."
Rebekah was wiping away her tears as Hayley laughed. "You can't do this forever you know. You have to walk me down the aisle." Hayley told her and Rebekah smiled and nodded. She was wearing her own bridesmaids' dress which was very elegant and yellow. It suited her perfectly. "It's nothing. I wore this dress before at Prom in Mystic Falls. I'm kind of old school." "Not at all." Hope ran out of the cabin when she heard some noises and came back with Camille. "Hayley, you look beautiful!" Camille gave her a hug. "Thank you so much!" Hayley giggled. "I just wanted to let you know that everyone is ready for you to come out. Klaus is in his tux and…he can't wait to be with you again." Hayley nodded and grabbed Rebekah's arm as they all walked out of the cabin. It was time!
The white carpet led to a small chapel built right in the heart of the bayou. It was built by Klaus so werewolves could have a sense of peace. It is in that place that they decided to tie their bonds forever. Camille put on Hayley's veil and led Hope quickly back to the chapel where everyone was waiting for the bride. "So who else is a maid of honor?" Rebekah whispered as they walked on the carpet and Hayley smiled. "You, Hope and Cami. But don't you worry. You're the Lead maid of honor today." Rebekah smiled when she heard that and continued to walk with Hayley by her side and then they ended up in front of the church. "Are you sure you're ready to do this?" Rebekah asked and Hayley nodded. "Sure."
The chapel was so beautiful on the inside. Klaus had never been baptized so it was pretty amazing that they were allowed to get married in a chapel. Hayley walked down the aisle and looked around to see everyone standing on both sides. All the people in New Orleans were there including werewolves, vampires and witches. Klaus had to choose who his best man would be so he chose Marcel instead of Elijah. The priest was waiting. This one kind of reminded Hayley of Father Kieran but she pushed him out of her mind. She didn't want to mention him ever again, especially when Cami was around. It would break her too much to remember how he suffered until he reached death. Klaus was standing near the priest, looking tall and very handsome in his black tux. He looked like the King he is and right next to him stood Marcel, wearing his own tux, smiling at Rebekah as she held Hayley by the arm. Rebekah passed Hayley to Klaus and Klaus took her hand gently, rising her next to him and the priest.
They were both smiling at one another as they looked at each other in the eyes. They were ready to take this step. Camille, Rebekah and Hope took their places behind Hayley as Marcel stood behind Klaus. Elijah made his way to stand on Klaus' side as well, saying that he was the brother nonetheless. The priest looked at them all before beginning his speech.
"We are gathered together on this beautiful afternoon to share with Niklaus Mikaelson and Hayley Marshall as they exchange vows of their everlasting love. As Niklaus and Hayley take their vows today, we are privileged to witness the joyous love of a new family - a family that will be nourished and nurtured through the devotion of two separate individuals growing together through the common bonds of love. May their marriage bring them the peace, joy, comfort and contentment that are known in the hearts of all God's children! And may Niklaus and Hayley both look forward to each new season of their marriage - just as the world looks forward to each new season of the year. For all seasons bring with them their own special moments and memories." Hayley whispered so softly, "I love you." to Klaus at that moment which only made his smile bigger and he wanted to kiss her right there and right then but he knew he had to wait until the priest was finished and he would wait to have her forever after.
"An essential requirement of a good marriage is a strong bond of real friendship and trust. Hayley and Niklaus, your love for each other will grow deeper with every passing day, but it's important to remember that your love stands on a foundation of genuine, mutual affection and respect for each other. To truly love another person is to be willing to accept both their strong points, and their weak points, with equal measures of understanding and respect. The vows you are about to exchange, will serve as a verbal representation of the non-verbal emotions that are as real as anything that can be seen heard or touched." Hayley was really touched at the priest's wonderful words about marriage and he was right. She was the one who accepted both Klaus' strong and weak points.
It's why she loved him. She was never looking to change him. She loved him for the person that he was, good and bad. "For it is not the words that you will speak today that will bond you together as one - but the strength of the love and commitment found deep within your souls. Let us pray!" the priest declared and everyone in the small chapel lowered their heads and prayed for the new couple. "Who has the rings?" the priest asked and at that moment, Hope appeared with them in her hands, smiling at her parents. Klaus took his ring for Hayley, also something genuine he thought of buying as Hayley took out her ring for Klaus.
"At this time, I'll ask you, Niklaus, and you, Hayley, to face each other and look in each other's eyes!" Klaus and Hayley looked into each other's eyes, still holding the rings in their hands. Then the priest turned towards Klaus first. "Niklaus, will you take Hayley to be your wife, your partner in life and your one true love? Will you cherish her friendship and love her today, tomorrow and forever? Will you trust and honor her, laugh with her and cry with her? Will you be faithful through good times and bad, in sickness and in health as long as you both shall live?" Rebekah cleared her throat and Hayley could only imagine why. Klaus was not known to be very faithful but as he looked into her eyes with his own crystal clear ones, she knew that he would cherish her forever and never hurt her because she is the one who brought their family together and brought him the happiness and redemption he wanted and needed. She was the one for him and they would always be soulmates as people call them. Klaus cleared his throat as he looked into Hayley's eyes and spoke loudly, "I will!" making her smile. He then slid his ring for her on her finger and Hayley looked at it dearly.
The priest nodded and then he turned towards Hayley who was just as emotional about this was Klaus was. She never really committed to anything before and she had never given her heart fully to someone. She was afraid that Klaus might break it, but at this moment, the love in his eyes was enough to convince her that he would never do that to her. The priest asked her, "Hayley, will you take Niklaus to be your husband, your partner in life and your one true love? Will you cherish his friendship and love him today, tomorrow and forever? Will you trust and honor him, laugh with him and cry with him? Will you be faithful through good times and bad, in sickness and in health as long as you both shall live?" Tears welled up into Hayley's eyes as she looked at Klaus. "I will." she finally said loudly and slid her own ring for Klaus on his finger, and the priest immediately said, "By the power vested in me by the state of Louisiana, I now pronounce you, husband and wife! You may kiss the bride."
Hayley gasped as Klaus pulled her into his arms, kissing her softly and then the kiss turned passionate in front of everyone. Hayley wrapped her hands around his neck as Klaus wrapped his arms around her waist. Hayley was starting to blush. They didn't usually kiss in front of this many people before. She was very embarrassed especially when she heard Hope giggling near Rebekah. Finally Klaus pulled away from her but kept his forehead touching hers and his arms around her as Hayley's hands slid to his cheeks. "My love, my wife." he whispered and Hayley smiled whispering, "I am yours forever." This also made Klaus grin.
The newlyweds stepped outside of the chapel and Hayley hurried with the bouquet of flowers that she was ready to throw behind her to the many unwed ladies waiting. "Ready? Go!" Hayley exclaimed and threw the bouquet back as hard as she could. She turned around and she couldn't believe the girl who caught it. "Rebekah?" she asked and giggled. Rebekah shrugged with a smile and looked at Marcel who panicked and turned to look towards Klaus. "She's never going to let this go until I propose to her, you know." Marcel told him and Klaus shrugged. "Then you better hop to it, Marcellus and find a nice diamond ring to put on her finger. If I know Rebekah, by the time Hayley and I come back from our honeymoon, the two of you will already be wed."
Marcel looked at him with a shocked expression as Klaus was still laughing at his face. Hayley came over to him and held his hand. "I am ready! Where are we going?" Hayley asked and Klaus put down his drink. "What's the rush, sweetheart? We just got married." "Yes! And the honeymoon is supposed to be right after you wed! I love you and I want forever to be with you, for always!" Hayley told him and this touched his hardcore hybrid heart. He took her into his arms and said, "Whatever my wife wishes." "Okay, husband!" Hayley responded and Klaus kissed her passionately again. They were the happiest people on Earth at that moment.
Rebekah, Elijah, Marcel, Camille, Davina and Hope watched as Klaus and Hayley made the announcement that they would be leaving for their honeymoon at that moment. "Just imagine! A month with just the two of us!" Hayley exclaimed, laughing in Klaus' arms. "I want to come too!" Hope said with a frown and Klaus pulled her into his arms. "No you can't, princess. This is a trip for your mommy and daddy alone, I'm afraid. Auntie Bekah will take good care of you while we're gone." "Okay, I'll miss you." Hope said and kissed her father's cheek and then jumped into Hayley's arms using her super speed. "Hey, baby girl. Don't be upset. You won't have mommy and daddy around for a month to tell you what to do. How does that sound?" Hayley asked with a smirk. "Perfect!" Hope squealed and hugged her mother. They said goodbye to their dearest people and headed on the road.
"Free at last!" Klaus sighed as they drove out of New Orleans. "Are you ever going to tell me where we're going?" Hayley asked, a bit outraged by what was happening. "Yes, I will, little wolf. As soon as we get on that jet." Klaus responded and Hayley gaped at him. "Klaus, where are we going? With a private jet? Are you insane?" "Only the best for my wife." Klaus kissed her hand as he drove. Hayley was still in her wedding dress. She hadn't felt like changing at all, but she did take the veil down. Klaus was still in his suit. As if reading her mind, Klaus said, "We will have spare clothes waiting for us on the jet so we'll get to change, love." "Where are we going?" Hayley asked this time, more annoyed. "Europe." "Where in Europe? Be specific!" Klaus smirked as he looked at her. "You'll see, little wolf."