The wedding and reception. Enjoy. As always, own nothing recognized.
Matt's eyes locked on her as he waited with Jeff, Shannon, Chris, Shane and another friend. He smiled as she smiled at him. The music faded as Shawn placed Alex's hand in Matt's. The preacher asked,"who gives this woman to this man?" "Her stepmother and I do." The preacher nodded, and Shawn kissed Alex's cheek and sat by Rebecca. During the ceremony, Alex and Matt only had eyes for the other. Shawn couldn't help but let a few tears slip as it progressed. Rebecca smiled as she seen Matt and Alex mouthed 'I love you' to each other. She was happy for her stepdaughter. Randy watched from the crowd as his former girlfriend got married. He wasn't jealous, but he was happy for her. He was friends with her, and that's all he could ask for. Cody and Ted smiled as their childhood best friend got married. They were happy for her and Matt, liking both.
The preacher had them say their vows, and they were soon married. "I now pronounce you man and wife. Matthew, you may now..." Matt took the initiative and kissed Alex sweetly. The preacher smiled and said,"I guess he knew what to do." The crowd let out a few laughs at this. Matt smiled as he broke away. "I give you, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Moore Hardy." The crowd stood and cheered as Matt and Alex walked up the aisle. Matt smiled as he kissed her again. "I love you, wifey." "I love you too, hubby." The yard was changed so small tables were in it, leaving a space clear for people to dance. The DJ, a family friend of Shawn's introduced the wedding party, and Matt grabbed the mic to make a quick announcement. "Thanks to all of you for coming today. Alex and I definitely appreciate it. Now, I'll hand things back over to the DJ. We love you all." The crowd clapped, and greeted the couple as they went by.
After Matt and Alex cut the cake, and food was served, the DJ asked,"can the newlyweds please come to the dance floor to share their first dance as man and wife?" Matt smiled, leading Alex onto the dance floor. As the Big & Rich song started, Matt murmured, "I love you." "I love you too." She and Shawn shared a dance, then the major dances happened. Alex was watching people dance when Stephanie sat by her. "You okay Lexi?" "Yep. I have something for you." "Lex..." "Shush. You gave me something when I was your maid-of-honor, now, you're my matron-of-honor. I got you a gift." Mickie appeared, handing over a small, wrapped box. She left afterwards. Alex handed over the box and smiled at Stephanie's shock. Stephanie pulled out a genuine pink pearl necklace, smiling. "Alex, it's beautiful." "You like it?" "Yeah. Thanks." "You're welcome." Stephanie hugged her tightly, tearing up. Alex grinned, returning it.
She looked up as the DJ said,"someone close to the bride has requested a dance with her." She smiled as she seen a smiling Chris. She hugged him and smiled as the song started. "You wanted a dance?" "Yeah. I mean, you're practically family. I love you like you're my annoying baby sister." She just shook her head and smiled. The toasts soon started. Jeff started them. "Hi. As most of you know, I'm Matt's brother Jeff. I've known Matt for years. I had no choice. He's my brother." This got some laughs from everybody. "I love him. I've known Alex since she was about 16. I never thought that she would end up as my sister-in-law, but, I'm happy she is. I see her and Matt together, and they fit. It's a rare thing, but, it's good to see. I wish nothing but the best to them, and I can't wait to be an uncle." He smiled and hugged both as people applauded.
Stephanie stood next. "Hi, I'm Stephanie, Alex's friend. I've known Alex since we were kids. Before boys were even important. I didn't like her at first. I thought she would steal every one's attention. She did, but, in a good way. She was very sweet and respectful, minding her manners. I met Matt when he joined my father's company. I didn't know much about him, just that my best friend was friends with him. He's a great guy, and I'm happy that him and Alex have found their soul-mates in each other. I wish them both the best, and that they will be as happy in marriage as I am." People clapped as Stephanie hugged the couple.
Gilbert and Shawn both made toasts, as did Rebecca. Alex smiled as she listened to them all, happiness evident. Gilbert, with Beth and Jeff's help, watched Matt's house as him and Alex went on a small honeymoon. It was soon the day of the taping for the June 19th Smackdown. Alex was backstage with Matt, talking. Matt said, holding her hands, "be careful tonight. I don't want you or Nemo getting hurt." "I will. I'm just supposed to be held back by security as he gives you and Kofi his DDT." "Good. I love you." She kissed him lightly and said,"I love you too." During their segment, Alex was shown yelling at Drew as security held her back. She got a little fearful as he looked at her. He backed away as she slid in the ring to check on Matt. She gasped as he forced her up. "What are you doing", she hissed. "Getting ratings", he replied, before DDT-ing her. She landed wrong, her stomach hitting the mat. Matt heard the extra thud and looked, seeing his wife laid out. Drew smirked as he walked up the ramp, hearing the fans' shocked silence.
Matt crawled over to Alex and seen that she was tearing up. He shook her lightly and murmured,"Lexi?" He seen her uneven breathing and her say,"it hurts Matty." The medics quickly got her on a stretcher, Matt going with them. He was thrown a t-shirt by Glenn(Kane) and climbed in the ambulance. He grabbed Alex's hand and said, his accent thick as his eyes filled, "don't leave me, baby." She murmured, "I'll try not to die, Matty." At the hospital, he was led to a private waiting room as the doctors worked on Alex. He sat with his head in his hands, praying. He looked up as Jay(Christian) entered the room with his and Alex's bags. "Any news yet?" "Not yet. Can you wait here? I have to make some phone calls." "Sure. I'll come and get you if there's any news." "Thanks." Matt walked outside and sighed, dialing a number.
Shawn was talking to Rebecca when his phone rang. "Hello?" Matt heard the happy tone and sighed. "Shawn, it's Matt." Shawn heard the tone of Matt's voice and frowned. "What's wrong Matt?" "It's Alex." Shawn's heart dropped. Something had happened to his firstborn. "What happened Matt?" "Drew pulled a stupid stunt and DDT-ed her. She's in the hospital." Shawn said,"I'm booking a flight for us out there. Matt?" "Yeah?" "She'll be okay. She has to be." "I know. See you soon Shawn." Shawn said his good-byes and Matt hung up. He sighed and called his brother.
Jeff was sitting around with Beth, Shannon, and Kendal when Matt called. "Hey bro." "Jeff, Drew gave her a DDT." He put the phone on speaker and asked,"what do you mean he gave Lex a DDT? I thought she wasn't supposed to be harmed." "She wasn't. It wasn't planned, and she landed wrong. I'm at the hospital now." "Me and Beth...", he started, before Shannon said, "we're going too." "We're booking flights out now. Call Chris?" Matt cursed and said,"not yet." "Do it. They consider each other family. We'll be out soon enough." "Thanks." He said his good-byes and called Chris, knowing the emotion the man would feel.
Summer answered and asked, "what's wrong, Matt?" "Lexi's in the E.R." Chris got the phone, since Summer was on his lap. "What do you mean Matt?" "Drew gave her an unplanned DDT and she landed wrong. She's in the hospital." Chris said, "I'm getting us a flight. We'll be there soon." Matt sighed and said,"okay. See you soon Chris." "Yep." Matt sighed and said his good-byes. He went back in the hospital, where Jay shook his head. Soon enough, a doctor came in. "Who's here for Alex Hardy?" Matt stood and said, "she's my wife. How is she?" "Well, it took a little while. But..." Matt looked up, eyes fearful. The doctor smiled and said, "she'll be okay. She just needs to stay the night, and be careful for the rest of her pregnancy. I wouldn't suggest she work so much. Only television." Matt asked, "can she still fly?" "Yes. Just have her check with doctors if she doesn't feel well after." "Yes sir. Can I see her?" The doctor nodded and Matt followed him to her room.
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