I Do Not Own CSI
"You still breathin', Griss" Warrick asked, a smile on his face.
"Barely," Gil said softly as he watched Sara walk down the aisle on Jim's arm. Her strapless dress flowed, showing the curve of her pregnant belly under the bodice. A smile had taken over her whole face.
"This is it kiddo, you ready," Jim asked.
"More than"
"Who hear gives this woman," the justice of the peace asked.
"I do," Jim said kissing the back of Sara's hand and then placing it in Gil's.
"Take care of her, Gil, I mean it. Or else you'll have to deal with me."
"Don't worry, Jim, I'm going to do everything in my power to keep her happy," Gil said, his eyes never leaving Sara's. They both turned to the justice of the peace as the audience sat; lab techs, the morgue boys, Gil's family, and Sara's brother, Chris.
"Please, be seated. Today, we are gathered here on a wonderful day to see two people who love one another commit their lives and their love to one another. Is there any one here who has reason for Gil and Sara to not be married," he asked, as Sara and Gil both turned to their audience. They all smiled and shook their heads in the negative.
"Then let us begin. Marriage is a wonderful step in a loving relationship. When a couple comes together and vows themselves for better or for worse, they're giving a lifelong promise to one another.
"We make promises every day, to brothers and sisters, parents, friends, but marriage is a promise that should be made with the utmost care. It is to be nurtured and cared for, so it can blossom and grow as the couple grows.
"Today, Gil and Sara have decided to forgo the traditional vows and write their own, so Gil, whenever you're ready."
Taking a deep breath and squeezing Sara's hand, Gil began.
"Sara, you are the woman of my dreams, the person who has managed to grab a hold of my heart and store yourself away in it.
"You are my soul mate, the person I want to spend every day for the rest of my life with. Because of you I strive to be a better boss, friend, brother, and man. When we first met, I knew you were someone special; there was a certain glow about you. You were and still are so full of life, in every sense of the term." Gil smiled as he placed a hand on Sara's stomach, getting a few chuckles from the audience.
"I knew that I had to get to know you, the real you. I thank God every day that you asked me a million questions and spilled hot coffee over me.
"I love you, Sara, more than you know, and I promise you that I will be faithful to you and listen and encourage you in everything. I promise to comfort you and stand strong by your side in whatever circumstances that may face us in the years ahead.
"I will respect, honor and cherish you for all the days of our lives. This is my vow to you," Gil finished, wiping away the few tears that had fallen from Sara's eyes.
"Sara, whenever you're ready."
"Gil, I love you so much, so much that my heart feels like it's going to explode sometimes.
"You are the reason I came to Vegas, you are the reason I have a family standing behind us and two lives inside me. Because of you, I have a family again, and that means more to me than you'll ever know," Sara said, squeezing his hand before she continued.
"From the day we met, and I spilled coffee all over you, I knew you were the one for me. Don't ask me how I knew, but I felt it; my body and soul tingled with love and joy.
"I thought I knew how to love, but when I met you that changed. For the first time in my life I found a whole different way to love.
"Today, I promise you that I will love, honor and cherish you. I promise to stand beside you, in the good times and the bad, to cry with you in times of sorrow and laugh with you in times of joy. Today, I pledge my love to you," Sara finished, a large smile gracing her face as she did.
"The rings," the justice asked as Warrick and Greg handed them over to Gil and Sara.
"Gil, if you'll repeat after me."
"With this ring, I thee wed," he said as Gil repeated, sliding the ring on Sara's finger. He then grabbed her hand and kissed her finger and the ring.
"Sara, same for you; repeat after me," the justice spoke as he recited the ring vows again.
"With this ring, I thee wed," Sara spoke, making Gil smile as the ring slid onto his finger.
"Last but not least. Gil, do you take Sara to be you lawful wedded wife, to love honor and cherish as long as you both shall live?"
"I do"
"And Sara, do you take Gil to be your lawful wedded husband, to love honor and cherish as long as you both shall live?"
"I do"
"This is the end. Friends and family, may I now pronounce the new bride and groom, Mr. and Mrs. Grissom. Gil, you may kiss your bride!"
Smiling and stepping close so that his body was flesh against Sara's, Gil cupped her face in his hand.
"Hi, Mrs. Grissom."
"Hello, beautiful husband," Sara whispered as Gil leaned in, softly pressing his lips against hers. Neither noticed the flashes of cameras going off in the background.
The hoots and hollers were what finally broke the couple apart, both smiling and blushing at the boisterous crowd in front of them. Quickly walking down the aisle, the duo escaped inside for a few minutes of alone time before the reception started.
"We're married," Sara squealed as they stood in the kitchen, away from prying eyes.
"We're married," Gil laughed as he pulled Sara back into his arms, wrapping her up in an embrace and kissing the side of her head, both content to breathe in one another.
"I'm so happy, Gil."
"Me, too, Sara."
"Sara, Gil," Michelle the wedding planner called as she came into the kitchen.
"Everything is ready out back. The tables and chairs are ready as well as the dance floor and DJ."
"How far did Catherine go with this reception?" Gil asked.
"You don't want to know, just go with it," Sara told him as they made their way back outside. As they came into view, the DJ starting to speak.
"Can I have your attention please? May I present Mr. and Mrs. Gil Grissom!" He said as the crowd around them cheered and the music for the first dance started.
Making their way out to the dance floor, Gil smiled as he heard Phil Collins singing 'True Colors.'
You with the sad eyes
Don't be discouraged
Oh I realize
It's hard to take courage
In a world full of people
You can lose sight of it all
And the darkness, inside you
Can make you feel so small
But I see your true colors
Shining through
I see your true colors
And that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show
Your true colors
True colors are beautiful,
Like a rainbow
As the song progressed, Sara's arms wound tightly around Gil and both of Gil's arms circled her waist. They both smiled when tiny flutters could be felt from Sara.
"I think they're happy," Sara spoke.
"Well that makes four of us then."
Show me a smile then,
Don't be unhappy, can't remember
When I last saw you laughing
If this world makes you crazy
And you've taken all you can bear
You call me up
Because you know I'll be there
And I'll see your true colors
Shining through
I see your true colors
And that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show
With the song half over, both Gil and Sara motioned for people to join them on the dance floor. They laughed as Nick and Greg both pulled Mandy and Wendy to the dance floor before any of the other lab techs could get a hold of the ladies.
Your true colors
True colors are beautiful,
Like a rainbow
So sad eyes
Discouraged now
Realize
When this world makes you crazy
And you've taken all you can bear
You call me up
Because you know I'll be there
And I'll see your true colors
Shining through
I see your true colors
And that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show
Your true colors
True colors, true colors
Cos there's a shining through
I see your true colors
And that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show
Your true colors, true colors
True colors are beautiful,
Beautiful, like a rainbow
As the song ended, everyone clapped again. Then someone yelled out 'KISS' which turned into a chant of 'KISS KISS'.
"Should we appease our crowd," Gil asked as Sara nodded, his lips once again finding hers in an intimate moment.
"Ok, so we all know, Griss and Sara have both been pining away for each other for a long time," Warrick said from his spot, giving the best man speech.
"And I think I speak for everyone when I say, it's about time! But seriously, you two were meant for one another. You two get each other, know each others quirks, and I don't know of another couple who can have a whole conversation without even talking," Warrick stated as the crowd chuckled.
"Sara, we didn't get off to the best start, but after six years of knowing you, I am happy to call you a best friend. Grissom, you're our mentor, the guy who will kick our butts when we need it and have our backs and be able to talk to you the next. You're going to be an excellent husband and an even better dad. To Grissom and Sara," Warrick said holding up his champagne glass as everyone toasted.
He handed over the mic to Greg who was next.
"Well, I never thought I would get to be a man of honor, has this even been done before? Either way, I feel honored to be standing up for you. You're my best friend, Sara.
"I know in the past I had a crush on you, I think everyone knew that. But that was only because I wanted the very best for you. And although I wasn't it, I'm glad you found that person in Grissom; you two belong together.
"Sara, you are the best. You know how to take a bad day and turn it around with a smile. You will let us spill our guts to you without judgment; just understanding and kindness. And Grissom, you are one of the best teachers around. I'm so glad you took a chance on me, to help me become who I am; just like you have helped everyone here today. I couldn't think of a better couple than you two. Here's to you!" Greg toasted as the mic was being passed to Gil, but Sara's brother grabbed it quickly.
"Sorry, I know I'm not in the wedding party, but I just wanted to say a few things," Chris said as everyone looked on curiously, Sara a little nervously.
"I just want to say, Sara, I am so proud of you and everything you have become. You have made me so proud. Gil, thank you for taking care of my baby sister when I didn't. I don't know if I can ever repay you for that, but I thank God everyday that someone was looking out for her.
To my new brother in-law and my sister." Chris raised his glass as Sara came over to him and embraced him in a hug.
"Thank you, Chris. That was beautiful."
"You're a beautiful bride, Sara. I am so happy for you."
"I think we're going to be ok," Sara said in his ear before separating and going back to Gil, leaving Chris with a smile on his face.
"Ok, well, everyone here knows Sara and I aren't one for speeches, so we'll make this short.
"Thank you for coming here today, and celebrating this wonderful day with us. You have helped us to create so many wonderful memories," Gil said as he handed the mic to Sara.
"Catherine, thank you so much for all the hard work you put into this day. If it would have been left up to me, we would be at the little white wedding chapel and then a restaurant. Thank you!" Sara said again as Catherine nodded her head in acceptance.
"And to our Best man and Man of honor, thank you for standing with us today. And, Jim, thank you for walking me down the aisle. That meant more to me than you know. And now that the speeches are done, can we eat? Because I'm staved," Sara laughed as the food was brought out.
After hours of dancing, the day was slowly coming to an end. Both the bride and groom were getting anxious to leave and have some alone time.
"Ok everyone, it's time for the bouquet toss and the garter toss. Sara, if you want to come sit right here in front of me," the DJ instructed as 'Fever' started to play in the background.
"I want all the single men on the dance floor. Gil, come on over, time to get on your knees." Sara blushed bright red as Gil came to kneel before her.
"Whenever you're ready, Gil."
Bending down and taking Sara's long right leg in hand, Gil trailed his hand all the way up and under her dress only to feel no garter
"Other leg, Mrs. Grissom," Gil asked putting the right one down and outstretching the left one. This let the men get a good look at how long Sara's legs actually were.
"Trying to make them jealous, Gil?"
"Maybe," Gil spoke as his hand tickled its way up, past her knee and up almost at the top of her thigh, slowly dragging the material down.
"I can't wait until we can get out of here," Sara muttered making Gil laugh as he stood, the wolf calls making the both laugh.
"Ok Gil, turn around. Men, don't all fight for it," the DJ said as most of the men stood on the dance floor, all but Henry, Doc, Warrick and Super Dave were there. Shooting it over his head, Gil was able to turn and laugh as Greg jumped, Hodges, side stepped, Nick grabbed, Chris ducked and Jacob who just raised his hand and caught the garter in mid air with a smile.
"Nice one to the young one on the dance floor. Now Sara, it's your turn. Single ladies, on the dance floor, please. This is the last event for the night before the new bride and groom leave for their honeymoon."
Hearing 'It's Raining Men' come on the sound system, Sara laughed as she turned to throw the bouquet.
"Ready or not, here we go!" She threw the flowers, turning to watch all the women dash for the flowers. After a few minutes of bumping and falling, a little tugging and grabbing, Catherine came out the victor, holding her prize up high as the crowd laughed as they clapped.
"Ok everyone, this is our bride and groom's final dance, so feel free to join or watch from the sidelines before they escape to their honeymoon for some one on one time. Gil, Sara, if you could please. This song is a favorite of mine, I had it played at my wedding for the last dance, so I hope you enjoy," the DJ said as he played Adam Sandler singing 'I Want to Grow Old With You'.
Pulling Sara into an embrace, Gil smiled.
"I'm glad this day is finally over."
"You just want me in bed."
" Well I won't deny that, but all I really want to do it take you out of here so I can get out of these uncomfortable clothes and curl up with you in bed."
"That sounds nice."
I wanna make you smile whenever you're sad
Carry you around when your arthritis is bad
Oh all I wanna do is grow old with you
I'll get your medicine when your tummy aches
Build you a fire if the furnace breaks
Oh it could be so nice, growing old with you
I'll miss you
Kiss you
Give you my coat when you are cold
Need you
Feed you
Even let ya hold the remote control
So let me do the dishes in our kitchen sink
Put you to bed when you've had too much to drink
I could be the man who grows old with you
I wanna grow old with you
As the song ended, the audience clapped as the duo separated from their tight embrace. They all laughed as Gil took Sara's hand pulled her inside the house to start their new life together, as a family.
TBC
Now for the honeymoon!
I hope everyone enjoyed the wedding!~
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Katie