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Gii couldn't help the little gasp that escaped him when he and Takumi were finally reunited before they would join the others in the great hall, for the wedding ceremony. He was extra gentle as he took Takumi's hands in his, gaze full of nothing but fondness and love as he took in the sight of his betrothed in his wedding finery.

Takumi was blushing slightly from Gii's gaze, though he couldn't help but look over the other as well, still in disbelief that Gii was his. Takumi had always been afraid that he would end up in an unhappy bond-pairing (it did happen, as evidenced with his own parents and Shingyouji's) but instead the gods had decided to send him Gii – his very own knight in shining armor.

"Takumi," Gii breathed softly, unable to stop smiling. "You look amazing..."

"You too," the other young noble replied softly, enjoying the moment of peace before the ceremony, standing here with his shortly-to-be-husband. "This isn't a dream, is it?"

"No," Gii answered with a soft laugh. "This is the best reality. Now come, Takumi. As much as I love just standing here with you, we have a wedding ceremony to attend."

Takumi's gentle laughter was music to his ears as they – hand in hand – made their way inside.


Shingyouji was pretty sure he was resembling almost-a-tomato as he beheld Misu. He couldn't believe how handsome the other looked – having the title of King definitely suited his bond partner. The way Misu held himself and the way his marriage garments fit him just painted the perfect picture of a royal. Shingyouji couldn't help it if his mouth fell open.

Misu smirked at the look on Shingyouji's face. He reached out and gently pushed up the other's lower jaw with one finger, making his partner blush even further.

"Come," Misu murmured softly, reaching down to take one of Shingyouji's hands in his. "Let us go."

Shingyouji hoped the blush on his face would fade rather quickly as they stepped into the great hall.


The Emperor smiled as he beheld the young royals dressed up in their white and gold finery. It was like looking upon a sea of clouds touched faintly by the sun.

"Nobles of the Kingdom," he began, spreading his arms in welcoming. "It is mid-summer and while we will celebrate good harvest and fortune, today we are celebrating something else entirely. Gathered here in our presence are bond-mates, who have spent these past few months getting to know one another. Today they are joining in matrimony. Through these stronger bonds will Clans be strengthened, friendships will deepen and new ties shall be woven. Today is a happy occasion!"

There was a cheer in response from those gathered to witness the marriage ceremony.

"There has been a lot of change for some, these past few months. We have new Kings among us. But here we all are, ready to put anything bad behind us and move forward. Let us begin! Stand facing one another, honored bond-pairs."

The sea of white and gold before him shifted slightly as the soon-to-be-newlyweds followed his instructions.

"Now, take your partners hands in yours. I want you to take a moment to look at those hands – they are of your best friend, your closest companion, your love. Keep the owner of those hands close always. Cherish them, protect them, guide them and care for them. It is my wish that you will always work together for the betterment of the Kingdom and your individual Clans. Now, servants will be passing among you to give you the wedding bands."

Once the bands were passed out and the servants back to the sidelines, the Emperor nodded to the gathered masses.

"Now take those bands. With these wedding bands, you are reaffirming what you promised when you exchanged bond rings. You are exchanging now a sign to forever the best partners you can possibly be. You are giving a sign of your love and devotion to one another. You are promising to be good to one another and give one-hundred percent every day. Now take these rings, and place them on your partner's finger where they belong."

The rings, like the bond-rings, were magicked. As they were placed where they belonged, they seemed to either grow or shrink to form a perfect fit. The gold bands glinted in the light of the great hall.

The Emperor smiled as he saw the (happy) tears in the crowd and the smiles that weren't being contained at all. It warmed his heart to see such happiness gathered together in the great hall.

"Today I welcome you to the life of wedded happiness!" he called out as cheers erupted from the sidelines. "I'm sure this is everyone's favorite part so I will not delay this further – please kiss your new life-partner!"

Gii wasted no time in pulling Takumi close (and enjoying the adorable squeak that resulted), kissing him soundly as Takumi threw his arms around his new husband and happily kissed back once the initial shock had worn off.

Misu had done a similar stunt with Shingyouji and the shorter King had also done a rather frantic scramble in order to not feel like he was falling over as he and Misu shared their first kiss as new husbands.

Laughter and applause rang out as confetti showered down from above. Gii couldn't help himself as he picked up Takumi and spun him around – somehow managing to not hit anyone else in the process. Takumi could do nothing but laugh and hold on, overcome with happiness.

Misu wasn't about to pick up Shingyouji and spin him around – he was a bit more reserved than Gii was, after all. He did however allow Shingyouji to be close to him, content to just hold the younger male in his arms as the confetti rained down around them.

There was no telling what the future would hold for any of them, but at this very moment there was nothing but happiness and a hope for many years of joy, peace and light.

END