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On with the story
5 years later
The sun was shining, the sky clear of clouds, a flock of Pidgeon flies towards the horizon as it was a very beautiful day
A red race motorbike was racing through the highway street as it passed by many cars
The driver was only wearing a red helmet and his attire was that of a tuxedo
He throttles the engine as he speeds away
At a church located near a beautiful crystal lake
The holy religious building was surrounded by so many reporters and camera as the future wedded people were truly famous
"a word about the wedded couple!" "can we have an interview with them!?" "just a few words please!"
The reporters tried to get in the church but the security was holding them back
"PUSH THEM BACK!" Daigo and Shoji shouted out as the two were wearing security uniforms and was pushing back the reporters with the rest of the security guards
"where the hell is he!? He should've been here by now!" Daigo shouted out while pushing back a reporter that tried to get pass him
"how the heck am I supposed to know!? Everyone said that he should be here in 5-10 minutes or so!" Shoji exclaimed back before got a camera flashing in front of his eyes
They battled out with the reporters as they were through on not letting any one of them getting in
Gathered in the church are many famous chefs from around the world
The guest chatted with each other as the wedding was nearly about to begin in matter of minutes
"aaah~ this reminds me so much of our wedding, Kojiro-chan~!" Shinomiya Hinako, owner of restaurant Kirinoya and wife to Shinomiya Kojiro said in awe while wearing a kimono
"you say that like we're already old, you ditz" Shinomiya Kojiro, owner of Shino's Tokyo and Paris replied to his wife while wearing a tuxedo and carrying a toddler who has Kojiro's hair color
Many Alumnus of Totsuki gathered within the church as they were invited by the future wedded couple's wedding
"man, those two threw one heck of a party" Yukihira Joichiro, formerly the Shura of Totsuki said while drinking some wine and laughs a bit with his old friend, Dojima Gin
"this is a wedding not a party! And I told you to wear a suit!" Gin exclaimed angrily as Joichiro was only wearing a shirt and long jeans
"my my, Erina-chan and Yukihira-kun planned this wedding so perfectly" Nakiri Leonora, head chief of Nakiri International's Gastronomy division said with a smile
"indeed" Soe, her husband agreed as today is the wedding of Yukihira Soma and Nakiri Erina
"mou! I wanted to get married before Erina! And how come they picked the best place at the best time to get married too!" Alice, Erina's cousin pouted while wearing a red dress
"Yukihira proposed first, so I guess it makes sense" Ryo, Alice's aid and Fiancé said to his mistress with his lazy tone while wearing a suit
"Ryo! You better make it better than Yukihira!" Alice nagged at him "I want our wedding to be super super super super grand than theirs!"
Ryo just lets her nag at him as his face just stayed looking lazy
"all good on their end, niichan" Isami said to his brother Takumi as the Aldini Brothers became famous Italian chefs of Japan and Italy
"good, now where is Yukihira!? He said that he will be coming soon but when!?" Takumi exclaimed as he and Isami were part of the staff that is helping the wedding go on without failure "the wedding is going to start and there is no sign of him!"
"just relax, Aldini" Hayama Akira, the Spice Master and instructor of Totsuki told the Italian chef while wearing a suit "I can smell an engine smoke burning coming from a while"
"-sigh- this is why I wanted someone else be the staff" Takumi said while rubbing his face tired
In one of the many rooms in the church, the bridesmaids were preparing themselves
"gosh, just a year after our graduation and the two started to tie the knot" Yuki said with a smile while getting change
Yoshino Yuki, former resident of Totsuki and Alumnus of Totsuki and now assistant Dorm Mother of the Polaris Dorm and helps Daimido Fumio
"but still, they've only been dating for two years, and they suddenly get married" Ikumi said while wearing some earrings
Mito Ikumi, CEO of Mito Meat Organization, sells meat around the world as her stock sale was rising by the day
"that's what happens when those two loves each other so much" Ryoko said while putting on some lipstick
Sakaki Ryoko, owner of Ryoko's Food Fermentation Industry, Totsuki's Alumnus
"come on guys" Megumi said while dressed up in a light blue dress "we have to hurry before the wedding starts"
Tadokoro Megumi, Totsuki's alumnus and former 10th seat. Now owner of her family's inn that is the most difficult restaurant to ever get a reservation
The door to the room got several knocks before Hisako came in
"is everyone ready?" Hisako asked as she was wearing a pink dress on
Arato Hisako, now heir of the Arato Family's traditional medicine organization, holds powerful and strong relations with Totsuki's as the two families bonded with each other
"we're just about finished" Megumi said "what about Nakiri-san?"
In one of the many rooms, there was the bride's room and inside there was only one person and that is Nakiri Erina, herself
She wore a beautiful snow white wedding dress as a transparent silk veil drapes over her face
Finishing Totsuki while being the dean, she passed with flying colors and now became a full time dean and now pushes Totsuki name to the future of the Cooking world
The door to her room got a few knocks before Hisako came in
"Erina-sama, are you ready?" Hisako asked as Erina turns and smiles while nodding
"ok then, the preparations are done now all we need to do is" Hisako said before stopping when she heard a loud engine roar outside "speak of the devil, I'll go and get him"
Erina nodded as Hisako closed the door and leaves
Erina looks at her reflection in the mirror as she sees how her wedding dress fits her figure
The door to her room got a few knocks again as this time came in Nakiri Senzaemon, her grandfather and was followed by Nakiri Mana and Nakiri Azami, Erina's parents
"I hope we are not intruding" Senzaemon said with a smile as Erina shook her head
"you look astounding, Erina" Mana complemented her daughter with a smile
"thank you…mother" Erina replied with a smile of her own
"it feels as if it was yesterday, when you were still so little and I always carry you on my back" Senzaemon said while wiping away a small tear near his eyes
"mou, I'm already a grown up woman, Grandfather" Erina told Senzaemon with a smile
Erina then turns to her father who frowns a bit before smiling to Erina
"I know that I never been the best father for you, but thank you, Erina" Azami said to her with sincere soft eyes "for forgiving me and my utter arrogance"
"it's fine, Father" Erina replied "all is forgiven"
Azami nodded with a smile before Nakiri Asahi came in
Now a fully member of the Nakiri Household, the young chef now is an instructor of Totsuki and half brother of Erina
"the wedding is about to start, you better get ready" Asahi said before leaving
"that boy" Azami sighs "that is not a nice attitude when it's his own sister's wedding!"
"like father like son, eh?" Senzaemon said before laughing a bit
Erina smiles before she looks out the window as the sun shines
The reporters outside were still pushing in as Shoji and Daigo with the security guards were getting tired of holding them back
"man! We got to call in the calvary if this keeps up!" Daigo exclaimed as Shoji agreed before the both of them hears the sound of an engine roar
"is that the sound of a motor?" Shoji asked as everyone turns around and sees a red motorbike being parked in front of church
The drive gets off as he takes off his helmet and reveals himself to be Yukihira Soma
"sorry, I'm late" Soma said "the traffic held me back"
In an instant, the reporters came crowding the red headed chef
"Mr,Yukihira! How is your take on your own wedding!?" "where will the two of you go to your honeymoon?!" "will you retire from being a chef!?"
The reporters bombarded him with questions and flashes of camera as they were preventing the man from coming into his own wedding
"hey! Back off! The guy is going to get married here!" Daigo shouted while trying to push away the reporters
"that's right!" Shoji exclaimed
Soon came a military helicopter and some military SUVs as soldiers came dropping in
Out of one of the SUVs came out Yukihira Ginman as the old man was wearing a suit and then next came out Yukihira Kazusato, Yukihira Soma's grandfather and previous owner of Yukihira Diner
"goodness gracious, can't relax on my nephew's wedding day" Ginman said while walking with his walking stick with Kazusato beside him "men! Clear a path for him!"
Soldiers came crowding Soma as they started pushing back the soldiers and then forming a line for him to go through the church
"thanks, uncle" Soma thanked his uncle with a smile
"hahaha, anything for my nephew's special day" Ginman said with a laugh
"you've always loved spoiling him" Kazusato said with a sigh "that's why Joichiro wanted Soma be a chef than a crazed military general"
To his reply, Ginman just laughs to his father
"come on, guys" Soma said "Erina is waiting for me"
Soma walks towards the church and was followed by Kazusato and the others
"stand tall and proud men!" Ginman ordered his soldiers as they now form a line in front of the church as this made the reporters impossible to get in
everyone was now seated in front of the altar as the priest came and stood in front of them all with his bible at hand and surprisingly, the priest is Isshiki Satoshi
"ladies and gentleman, we shall now start the wedding" Isshiki announced as Soma came to the altar and stood there with his tuxedo clean and tidy
The organ started playing as the wedding began
Erina stood behind the door to the altar as she was surrounded by her friends
"go get im, Erinachi!" Yuki gave a thumbs up to Erina who smiled and nodded
"wish you good luck, Nakiri-san" Ryoko said with a smile
"we pray that you will be happy always" Megumi smiles as Erina nodded and returned the smile
"thank you…everyone" Erina replied before she was joined her father who was going to bring her to the altar
The door opened as Megumi and the groomsmen came in first
"let's go, Erina" Azami said as he held out his hand and Erina holds his arm
"yes, father" Erina replied as the two started walking into the wedding hall slowly with the melody of the organ accompanying them
Soma stood upon the altar as he awaits Erina to come to him
He watched her graceful yet beautifully walks upon the red carpet filled with roses as he was happy to see her beauty
Azami and Erina reached to the altar as Azami gave Erina's hand to Soma who gently holds her hand and helps her to the altar and now stood beside him
Azami went to take a seat in his family's table as everyone now awaits the ceremony to continue
Isshiki coughs a bit before he opens the bible and started the wedding ceremony
As Isshiki reads out the ritual of the wedding, Soma keeps taking glances of Erina as he was charmed by her beauty even if the veil hides it
"it is time for the vows" Isshiki said as Soma and Erina face against each other
Soma holds Erina's hand as he caressed them gently and softly
"Erina….." he called out her name with a gentle voice " I've never loved you more than I do today and I'm thrilled by the promise of our life together. I love your strength and the quiet confidence with which you live your life. Your love for your family and the easy joy which you draw from your friends. You saved me from the storm that nearly destroyed me….i'm so thankful…to be with you"
Soma spoke out his wedding vows as it was a very beautiful vow that made Erina shed a tear and also the crowds
It was Erina's turn as she caresses Soma's cheek lovingly
"Whenever I am with you, I get this feeling that words cannot describe." Erina spoke "It is something that I would hate to lose and that's why I pledge my heart and soul to you. I pledge to stand by you always, no matter the consequences. I will always be with you….i will protect you with my life…and I will love you with all of my heart"
Her vow is just as beautiful as Soma's and it made the crowds emotional
Then came the wedding rings exchange as it was presented by Hayama
Soma and Erina took one ring as they put it on each other's left ring finger
"you may now kiss the bride" Isshiki said as Soma lifted up Erina's veil and was graced by her beauty
Soma smiles before he leans in and gives her the kiss of their love
Erina leans up as their lips connect with tears sliding down upon her eyes
The crowds instantly stand up as they clapped their hands and applauded the now wedded couple
The wedding went on as the celebration goes on
Soma and Erina cuts their wedding cake together as the cake was made by none other than the great pâtissier of Japan, Akanegubono Momo herself
Everyone celebrated the wedding of the couple as Erina and Soma's friends showered them with congratulations and petals
Then the time came for the couple to share their first dance together as newlyweds with the song giving them a gentle tempo
All of the girls started to gather around as Erina holds her bouquet while her back was to them
"hey! Hinako! You're already married!" Kojiro shouted at his wife as Hinako was in the group of women
"here we go!" Erina exclaimed as she threw the bouquet before it somehow miraculously landed in Ryo's hands
"uh?" Ryo looks at the bouquet before he got rammed by Alice as both fell down together
"this means we're next!" Alice exclaimed all happy as Leonora applauded the future married couple while Soe was crying in tears
Soma and Erina smiled as they go on with the celebration that keeps continuing on
The day turned to night as the celebration is still going on
Erina and Soma were at the balcony of the church as the two watched the night sky together
"the world is so big" Soma said as Erina nodded
"the possibilities in cooking at the outer world….is limitless" Erina added as a shooting star swoops in the night sky
The two watched the night sky as the moon shines
"hey! Erina! Yukihira-kun!" Alice called out while looking a bit drunk and was dragging Ryo behind her, suddenly appeared "why are you guys here!? The party is still going!"
"Ojou, you're drunk" Ryo said lazily
"mou, Alice-san. You need to stop drinking too much" Megumi and the others came in
"eeeh? But this is my uuuuh how many glasses did I drink, Ryo?" Alice asked Ryo
"15th" Ryo replied
"see? This is still my 15th glass!" Alice said hiccupping
"Alice-sama, you must refrain from bothering Yukihira and Erina-sama" Hisako said to her while putting her arms on her hips "they're going to Hawaii tomorrow, remember?"
"that's the reason! When they go, Totsuki is going to be so lonely!" Alice exclaimed
"actually, we're not going to Hawaii tomorrow" Soma told them as he holds Erina beside him
"eeeh? Why not? Hawaii is the best place for a honeymoon, though" Alice said drunk
"well it is, but…" Erina said before holding both of her hands-on top of her abdomen "we're planning to stay in japan because of the little one"
Everyone's eyes bulge out as Soma smiles and placed his hand on top of Erina's
"EEEEEHHHHH!?" Alice and the others screamed in surprise
"when did this happen?! When!? When!?" Alice screamed out as she and the girls surrounded Erina
"just two weeks ago" Erina replied as this made the girls squeal
"man, you always take the next step faster" Takumi said with a sigh while face palming
"hahaha, we were wanting a kid so much that it just happened" Soma said with a laugh
"we're so going to have a baby shower next week!" Alice shouted as everyone agreed and raised their fists high up
Soma and Erina smiles to their friends before the two watched the moon as it shines upon them
"I love you, Erina" Soma said to Erina with a loving smile which she returned with her own
"I love you too, Soma" Erina softly said before the two shared a kiss bellow the moonlight
~Fin~