Natsu and Lucy were not messing around wanting to be married in a week. The days leading up to the wedding were filled to the brim. Erza and Lucy had found a gorgeous manor that did wedding's and receptions. Beautifully decorated inside with pink flowers hanging from the balconies. With white lace curtains hanging everywhere. "This is beautiful" said Lucy as they looked around. "Erza, I think we have found the place" "That's great" she replied pleased. Lucy talked to the woman who ran the business in the manor and booked it for her wedding. "Well now that's done..the dress" said Lucy. "Don't worry about that Lucy" Erza assured her. "I honestly thought I would have more time but hey I wanna get married so let's do it" she said determined. They took care of the dress while Natsu and the guys went to look for tuxes to wear. " This is so dumb, Lucy isn't going to care what I weaer" said Natsu annoyed. "You can say that all you want man but I know you want to look great for her." said Gray as Natsu rolled his eyes. "Yeah, yeah shut up". "Ha what did i tell you guys" said Gray feeling highly amused as Gajeel and Jellal snickered. "Would you guys shut up" "Nope" answered Jellal
"This is what you get pinky" said Gajeel. "Pinky?, seriously you couldn't have come up with a better name" said Natsu feeling insulted. "Hey Natsu, your face feel warm yet? haha" teased Jellal as he pointed to Natsu who touched his cheeks. "Shut up Jellal!" he yelled feeling embarrassed. "So you want to look good for Lucy, there's no shame in hiding that man" said Gray. "Come on, let's just go find them" said Natsu in good humor leading the guys. Between wedding shopping, Natsu did his intense combat training with Erza. Then Lucy would disappear during the day sometimes with her bandmates for a couple making Natsu wonder what they were planning. Exhausted by the end of each day, they pushed themselves so they could still enjoy time with Layla and be in the moment with her. One night when they were hanging out in the living room, Layla attempted to jump on Natsu's back when he stopped her. "Woah, woah baby girl. Not tonight okay? daddy's back is sore as crap" "Are you okay?" she asked.
Running his hand through her hair he said "yeah..just got my butt kicked by aunt Erza's workouts." "Aunt Erza is tough" "Yes she is" said Natsu and Lucy in unison. "How are things going in the mafia.. I don't get to hear much" said Lucy. "Things are good , and Lucy..you don't need to know cause there's nothing to know baby. We don't do anything illegal. Really I just met a bunch of people who secretly protect people and now I'm part of it." He answered her very laid back. "What about Evelyn?.. I'm surprised she hasn't made a move yet" thought Lucy as she was about to ask but held her tongue. "No, this can wait till after the wedding. I'm going to give us a chance to be happy damn it" she told herself mentally.
Before they knew it, it was the day before the wedding. Natsu and Lucy ran around making sure things were still on schedule. Jellal made sure his other two bandmates were rehearsed for Lucy's song. "Somebody pinch me please" said Lucy. "Why Lucy?" asked Erza. "Because there's no way I am finally getting married tomorrow. This has got to be a dream" she closed her eyes as she felt a pain on her hand. "Owww" she said grabbing her hand. "You said pinch you" joked Erza. "Still think your dreaming?" "Nope!" answered Lucy. "Come on, let's go get your dress then head on home for the night." said Erza casually putting an arm over Lucy's shoulders. "Let's do it" she agreed happily. They got to the bridal shop where her dress was waiting. "I can't wait for Natsu to see this" said Lucy in excitement. "He's going to love it, come on let's get it home" They carefully took it and placed it in the trunk then she hung it outside the closet when they got home. She looked at it in it's zippered bag blushing.
"I can't wait" she thought happily as she felt two strong arms wrap themselves around her waist as he nuzzled her neck. "Hey baby" she put a hand to his face as she turned her head to look at him. "You ready?. Ready to be a Dragneel?" he asked. "More then ever. I can't wait" she said softly as he took her into a kiss that Lucy wanted to just become a puddle. Pulling away she said "we have to go spend time with Layla" " Alright tomorrow then.. " he said with his eyebrows raised making her giggle. "Come on you goof" she told him as they went to play and spend time with Layla before they all went to bed. The next morning when they got up, Layla was bright eyed and bushy tailed. "Come on , come on!. It's today, it's today!" "What's today Layla?" asked Lucy in cheer. She stood up on the bed and put her hands to her sides and said with overjoyed enthusiasm yelled "the day we become a family!" Natsu and Lucy both smiled as Natsu pulled her back down and into his lap and softly said "that's right baby girl..today your mom and I become one" "I thought you already were" she said so simple that it made the two of them laugh while Layla looked at them confused. "Don't worry about it baby girl." said Layla. "Come on, I'm sure Erza and Jellal are already up and waiting. Let's get ourselves moving"
The minute they were in wearable clothes, the day started. Erza yelled at Natsu to get out and go meet the guys so a very confused Natsu and relaxed Jellal went to meet Gray and Gajeel while Erza had Lucy and Layla put on street clothes and had them out the door. She took them to the salon to get their hair done when they met Wendy there. "Oh hi Wendy" said Lucy. "Hey Lucy" she said with a smile. "Did you get your hair done yet?" asked Erza. "Not yet, still working on it." "Hair?" "For your wedding silly. I want to look nice for it" "Right, forgive me Wendy, my brain is filled with so many things right now. I'm surprised I can even think straight." said Lucy. "Come on, lets get your hair done. Still need to go get make up then few other things before we walk you down the isle" insisted Erza. "Alright" said Lucy. The hair dresser walked up to Lucy as she sat in the chair. "So what are we looking for the bride to be today?" she asked nicely
"Honestly, my hair is the thing I don't pay much attention too...but If I'm going to pick one then can we do a hairstyle with my hair braided and wavy." "Yes we certainly can. Prepare yourself young lady, your hair will look gorgeous." said the hairdresser. "I am more then ready" As she got her hair done, Erza watched Lucy's face get brighter and brighter with happiness. The joy in her eyes was contagious as Erza felt herself getting happy. A couple hours went by as the hairdresser showed Lucy her hair as her eyes went big in delight. "I love it! and beautiful touch with the flowers. Thank you so much" she expressed in merriness. "You are so welcome my dear. Go out and enjoy your day" she said to them as they waved to Wendy and left to check that the manor was still good and set up. After that, it was time for make-up and while Erza wasn't the greatest, Lucy had the upmost confidence she could make her looked pretty. "Make mommy beautiful" said Layla. "Easy baby" said Lucy. "Alright, just please don't hold anything against me after I do this please" asked Erza feeling nervous. Lucy lightly laughed and said "no worries Erza. I won't hold anything against you"
As they were about to start, Natsu and the guys came in laughing and loud. "Hey!, don't you come in here Natsu!" yelled Erza as Natsu stopped going forward. "Don't even try it Natsu, take my word on this and don't go in there" advised Jellal. "One minute Erza, Hey Jellal, can you come in here for a minute, I need to ask you something" said Lucy. "Sure Lucy, I'm coming" replied Jellal leaving the other three standing there as he went in and shut the door. "What's up?" he asked once he was in the room. "I'll leave if I have too" said Erza as she got up when Lucy grabbed her hand. "No, please stay because I have a question for you too" she was surprised but sat back down.
Lucy cleared her throat and in a warm voice said " Jellal, Erza. These past few weeks..you guys have done more for me and Natsu then we could ever have asked for. I'll never be able to repay you for what you two have done." "Lucy ,please you don't have to repay us for anything. You two are family and always will be." said Erza as Jellal nodded. "Anyway...what I want to ask is..Jellal..will you walk me down the isle?" she asked with tears filling her eyes. Jellal was so shocked that he was silent for a moment before he found his voice again. "I ..I would be honored Lucy..thank you" "You looked after me for five years Jellal. For me and my daughter. You helped me through the worst part of my life. There is no one else I'd rather have give me away then you" she said as she got up from the chair she was in and gave Jellal a hug. He wrapped his hands around her waist and felt her warmth as she hugged him.
As they released, he gently took his hands to her face and wiped the coming tears off her face with his thumbs. "Lucy..you are a beautiful person inside and out. I know Natsu knows how lucky he is to have you..and even after you two are married. I'll always look out for you" She half laughed while trying not to start crying again. "Don't cry, this is a happy day" he said sweetly. "Ha, sorry..okay okay" she told herself trying to get herself to stop tearing up. "Erza" "Yes" she replied immediately getting her attention. "Relax, it's nothing bad..I wanted to ask if you would please..be my maid of honor" "I would love too" she answered calmly feeling grateful as she walked up to wrap her arms around Lucy's shoulders as she put her arms up Erza's back. "I love you guys" said Lucy. "We love you too" said Jellal and Erza lifting her head back up. "Alright, alright enough touchy moments" said Lucy quickly waving her hands in front of her face. "I have enough emotions running through me right now, I don't need anymore spilling out" expressed Lucy as the other two lightly chuckled. "Jellal get back out there before Natsu get's anxious and busts in here" said Erza.
"Right..see you soon Lucy" said Jellal giving her a soft grin as he opened and shut the door. "Hey, everything alright in there?. you were in there for quite a bit" said Natsu. "Yes Natsu, everything is fine. No I'm not going to tell you what was said. You will find out at the wedding." Jellal told him point blank. "Long as nothing is wrong, I'm good" Gray and Gajeel agreed. "Are you alright mommy?" asked Layla seeing her face. Wiping the remaining tears, in a teary voice she said "yes baby. I'm just really happy." "Come on, let's make you the bride your going to be" said Erza as Lucy nodded and sat in front of her.
"Okay, now don't move" said Erza as she started. After twenty minutes Lucy was ready to go. "Alright Layla, time to go with the boys alright?" said Erza. Layla nodded her head happily as Erza cracked the door open for her to slip through as she went running to Natsu who picked her up. "Alright guys, get going to the manor, we should be there soon." "Okay Erza, well you heard her guys, let's get going" said Jellal as he prodded the guys out the door. Shutting the door again, Erza turned and with an eager smile said "let's get you into that dress." Lucy feeling delighted began to unzip her dress then stopped as her face suddenly changed into a worried expression. "Lucy ,what's wrong?" Erza asked seeing her face. " I'm sure it's nothing but what about Ev" Erza held her hand up immediately cutting her off. "Lucy, I swear if you say one word about Evelyn, I may have to smack you. . Do not let that monster ruin this day for you. Not in any way. This is about you and Natsu." "I know..I just can't help but feel nervous given every time we've been happy, something has come up. For once nothing has ruined this happy moment." "Then don't knock it. Take it for what it is Lucy besides I have people positioned around the manor and they've kept an eye around my house today and haven't spotted a thing." Feeling hopeful she said "does this mean"
Putting her hands on Lucy's shoulders she said in a positive voice "face it Lucy, you are going to have a wonderful day." Lucy couldn't help but let out a cry of joy as she hugged Erza. "Let's get this dress on you" she said as Lucy let go and got back to unzipping her dress. She couldn't begin to express the amount of joy she was feeling as she held the dress out and then began taking her clothes off to get into it. As she got into it, Erza couldn't help but shed a few tears for Lucy was absolutely glowing. From the smile on her face to the dress she was wearing. She was so proud of Lucy for everything she had endured and now she was finally going to get to her happy moment marrying the man she loved. "I remember when I got to marry mine" she thought to herself reminiscing the same feelings she knew Lucy had. "It's time" said Erza proudly as Lucy looked at her and said "let's go."
The girls got in the car and were headed for the manor while Natsu and others were getting themselves ready. "Natsu, relax man, your shaking like a leaf" urged Gray. "Ssssorry,,,wasn't sure we would ever get to this." said Natsu jittery. "You and Lucy" said Jellal quietly shaking his head with a smirk. "What?" "You two have been so wrapped up in taking everything., both of you are scared as hell accepting a happy moment. Well let me tell you right now, both of you deserve this one day to feel something other than fear and pain..stop feeling nervous Natsu..I promise you will see Lucy at the end of the isle." Jellal assured him. Feeling calmer, Natsu said "thank you" "Well I'll see you guys out there" said Jellal as he walked out. "Hey, where are you going?" asked Natsu and Gajeel. Jellal simply turned and said "you'll find out soon enough" then left leaving the rest of them confused but they didn't dwell on and continued getting their tuxes on.
Wendy arrived along with a few more guests as they went and took their seats. The guys finished putting their tuxes on as Gajeel said "alright Pinky see you up there" he waved and headed out as Gray was about to follow him when Natsu grabbed his sleeve making him turn his head. "I know..it's last second and I'm a dumbass and should have asked you sooner" "What is it Natsu?" he asked curious. "Would you..be my best man?" he closed his eyes waiting for the rejection but when nothing was said, he opened his eyes to see Gray with a gentle smile on his face. "You're an idiot man. I wondered if you were going to ask." "Well Lucy said you're like a brother to her and you and I have gotten along pretty good so I figured..well ya know" he said flustered. Putting a comforting hand on his shoulder, Gray said "your good dude. Don't worry and I'd be honored too" "Thanks" said Natsu relieved. "Let me give you a gift, well not a physical one but something to relax your nerves." "Okay..." said Natsu questioning. "The whole time you guys were separated. Lucy never gave up on you Natsu...ever. Guys in Europe tried asking her out and believe me they really tried but Lucy..she looked every single one of them in the face and told them she was taken. She loves you Natsu truly." Natsu then put a hand to his heart and closed his eyes. "Lucy" he thought with every fiber of his being. "Come on Natsu" He opened his eyes to see Gray holding his arm towards the stand. "Let's get you married"
With a big grin on his face, Natsu stepped out the door as Gray closed it behind them. Music was playing as Natsu and Gray took their places while Layla was sitting on Gajeel's lap with a girl next to him. She had short blue hair and was wearing a light green dress. "Who is that sitting next to Gajeel?" whispered Natsu to Gray. "That's his girlfriend Levy. Mine is sitting next to her." "You have a girlfriend?" Natsu said shocked and impresed. "Yes, you flaming moron. I have a girlfriend" he answered jokingly. "Her name is Juvia." Gray said as Juvia smiled and waved at him as he returned the wave. "Where's Jellal?" "I have no clue"
Then the music changed as everyone in their seats stood up as Natsu's body tightened up. Everyone looked out the doorway as Erza in a beautiful long purple dress came walking down the isle. They all awed as they saw her. "She's gorgeous" said Natsu and Gray making them grin at each other. Natsu let out the breath he had been holding as he straightened himself back up as everyone put their hands to their faces as they saw Lucy coming down...with Jellal. Natsu was completely surprised but after he thought about it, he wasn't really. Jellal had done more for them in the past few weeks then anyone had ever done for him in his entire life. It made sense why Lucy would choose him to give her away. He couldn't take his eyes off Lucy as she came down with a radiant smile on her face wearing a white dress that turned into an ombrey of blue at the bottom. The feelings of love flowed through his body as he looked at her. Jellal and Lucy stopped in front of them as she turned to face him where he ever so gently placed a light kiss on her forehead as tears started to come down. Silently with a warm smile, he wiped her tears and went to take a seat. Lucy glanced back at him as she turned to face Natsu who couldn't be happier if he tried.
"Hello everyone" said the officiant. "As you know, we are here to celebrate Natsu and Lucy and their joining as one. Both of you have endured so much as I have been told but know it was all worth it for you are finally here." she said optimistically making both Natsu and Lucy smile. " Do you two have any vows you would like to share?" she asked them. "I honestly cannot express in words in how I'm feeling or how to even say it in a vow. Natsu, I love you with every fiber of my body.. I cannot wait to share the rest of my life with you, in whatever struggles we may face." expressed Lucy. As a few tears came rolling down Natsu's cheek, choked up he said " I have something...Lucy. You are my everything, my heart..my soul. Meeting you all those years ago was the best thing I could have ever imagined. Sharing this life with you with our daughter..will be the greatest adventure I will ever ask for. I'll be there for you in every struggle, joy, illness until death" the room was filled with emotion as Natsu finished. "And now for the rings." the officiant said happily. Gray held up a small pillow with two rings with an infinity symbol starting on one and continuing on the other. They each took as she said "Natsu, repeat after me"
"I ,Natsu. Take this ring and from this day fourth put my heart and soul into it for our never ending adventure." he repeated and then finished with his own words as he slipped the ring onto her finger as her cheeks turned bright pink in joy as she took his ring into her hands and looked at him. "Lucy, your turn, repeat after me." " I, Lucy. Take this ring and from this day fourth and into infinity pledge my heart to yours and to our continuing adventure." she finished as she slipped the ring onto his fingers. They both got loving smiles on their faces as they knew was about to happen next and looked at the officiant eager. She could see the anticipation all over their faces as she said " ladies and gentlemen without further ado by the power vested in me, I present you Mr. and Mrs. Dragneel. You may kiss your bride Natsu." Not needing an invitation, he threw his arms around her as she wrapped hers around his neck resting a hand on his face as they shared the best kiss either of them had ever felt from each other.