Before I Forget

Xenovia was so happy for the girl she saw as her little sister. Asia was happily married to Issei and it was soon made public that she was pregnant as well and the ex-nun couldn't have been happier. Xenovia had always envied the relationship that those two had. Even though she was engaged to Issei, she felt as if she was gonna get left out.

About a month after the wedding, Issei announced that another wedding was to take place soon. He didn't mention who, he didn't mention where, saying that all of this would be revealed first to the bride, then to the rest. In her heart, Xenovia believed she would not be chosen. That was until Issei told her otherwise.

Issei had pulled her aside one day after the two had went out racing. They would rent out the local race course and run laps for hours and, as usual, the Aprilla left the Aston in the dust, but it was always fun. After their day out, Issei decided to tell her.

"Hey Xenovia. There was something I meant to tell you before I forget." He smiled as he placed his red helmet in the trunk of his car.

"Yeah? What is it?"

"You're next."

"Huh?" Xenovia had no idea what he meant. She took his silence as a 'figure it out' and thought a moment. Then it clicked. "I'm next to be your wife?"

"Yep."

The blue haired swordsman was never one to be over emotional, but now was a good time to be. Not caring that she was all sweaty and nasty from just coming off the track, she jumped onto Issei and kissed him. "Thank you Issei. I never thought I would be able to marry anyone. Now I get to marry the man I love."

Both were soon back at break neck speeds. Only this time, they were heading home. The bike would jump through intersection situated on hills as traffic watched in amazement. Soon after, the green Aston Martin would come flying through. However, the major downforce from the spoiler and splitter kept it on the ground.

The two engines roared to a stop outside the overly large house. Issei popped the garage door and let her roll her bike in before pulling his own car in behind her. Xenovia placed her helmet on the hook near her bike and took her bag out of Issei's trunk to wash her gear. Afterwards, she went upstairs to take a shower. It was there she ran into Irina.

"Oh, hey Xenovia! How was your day out with Issei?" The angel asked in her usual cheery manner.

"Terrific. The speed, the adrenaline, the wedding." She quickly placed her hands over her mouth after realizing she said too much.

Irina was quick to question. "Wait. The wedding?" Her eyes went wide once she got it. "You're next! Ah! Xenovia I'm so happy for you!" She hugged Xenovia without a care in the world that both were absolutely naked.

"I thought you would be jealous." Xenovia sighed and smiled.

"Ohh I totally am. But I don't care. I know that I will have my day with him. It kinda sucks to be last ya know?"

The two then proceeded to talk about the wedding to come as they showered. Asia eventually came into shower as well. Of course, neither swordsman could hold in their excitement and had to tell her. The blonde was overjoyed for her fellow devil, yet a bit bummed for the angel. Irina assured her it was okay and that she had been waiting since she was 5 and could wait a little longer.

"You do know that Issei never really said you're his childhood best friend, right?" Xenovia chuckled.

"Well yeah. I mean, I acted and looked like a boy back then so I can understand why he would associate that title with tomboy me and not angel me." She smiled as her mind took her through memories of the two. " Wait, when he proposed he said that I was his oldest friend. Does that count?" They all giggled at her. All three girls continued to talk until the water went cold and forced them out.

The next morning, Issei called everyone's attention to announce the next bride. Everyone gathered in the living room and watched as Issei called out Xenovia to be the next one to be married. Of course, some of the girls were a little jealous, but they were also happy for her.

The next weekend came, and the wedding was to take place on a Sunday. That Sunday happened to be Valentine's day. That was also Xenovia's 21st birthday. She was only about two months older than him, but that didn't really matter. Xenovia was getting ready with the help of Irina and Asia. Irina had told Asia to sit this one out since she was pregnant, but she refused.

"I wanna help." Asia whines as she finally sat down.

"We know Asia but moving around too much can cause problems." A voice said from the door. Xenovia turned to see Rias standing there with Griselda. "I thought you might want her to come for your special day. So I gave her a call." Rias smiled and left the room.

Griselda walked over to Xenovia and embraced her. "Oh, Xenovia. I'm so proud of you. You've become a wonderful woman and you will make a wonderful bride."

"Thank you so much, sister Griselda." Xenoiva let a few tears fall. "Wait… I have no one to give me away." To be fair, neither did Asia.

"That's why I'm here. I'm here to make sure that Hyoudou is the right man for you."

"He's everything I dreamed of and more. He's selfless, caring, brave, and will do anything to protect the ones he loves." Her eyes sparkled as she pictured her future with Issei. She saw herself living with the family with a baby boy in her arms.

"Xenovia?"

"Sorry, I spaced out."

"It's time to go." Griselda took her hand and led her to the man she would soon call a husband.

(I'm sick of doing wedding scenes. UGH! But I will do it if you guys want me to.)

Issei stood in the scorching sun once again. He decided that Xenovia's love of the water should be a primary theme in the wedding. So, he set it up to take place on the beach where he proposed to her. Even though it was only February, the direct sun and lack of breeze made him start to sweat.

Kiba stood by his side. "This is what, the fifth time you've done this?"

"No, Kiba. This is the fourth wedding, fifth bride." Issei answered as he clenched and released his hands.

"Oh, that's right. Kuroka and Akeno's double wedding last August." The blonde smiled. He was happy for his brother.

The new king had a surprise in store for his bride this time as well. He was going to ask Xenovia to become his first knight. If he was going to build his peerage, he needed to get started. Rias had already given him approval to have Asia, and Xenovia. He also planned to add Ravel to the mix in time. That was a matter for another time.

"Kiba. I was wondering, would you be interested in being a knight of my peerage?"

Kiba thought for a second. "The offer is flattering, but I'll probably stay with Rias. I owe her my life."

"I get that. Xenovia will hopefully be joining me after today."

"Congrats man."

"Thanks."

The breeze continued as Xenovia walked between the rows of people. Her bright blue hair clashed with the pure white dress, but she looked outstanding, nonetheless. The bright yellow sun enhanced the beauty of her yellow tint eyes. The smile on her face was enough to make any doubts Issei had vanish instantly.

Finally, Xenovia reached him and took his hand. Kiba stood by his side, and Irina stood by hers. The Priest went through his speech which ended in the duo's 'I do's'. Before, Issei gave her the ring he stopped.

"Ellie, come give Daddy your toy." He chuckled. Ellie had been carrying both the rings and the marble horse for the knight piece.

The little girl ran up and handed him both the rings and the chess piece. "Here go."

"Thank you, baby."

Xenovia picked her up and kissed her cheek. "Best little ring bearer ever." She giggled which got Ellie giggling as she skipped back to her mother.

"Xenovia, I not only give you this ring, but I give the chance to join my peerage as my knight. You said you would follow Asia if she joined me, now is your chance."

"Issei, I will gladly follow you and become your loyal knight." She smiled as she bowed to him. His hand lifted her head and his lips met hers.

The two went on to enjoy a fine and lovely evening together. As they lay in comforting silence, Issei had two thoughts on his mind. First being, 'I'm so happy I finally got to marry her.' The second, 'How am I going to make Irina's wedding special?'

I know my upload schedule has been off the rails lately, but I am taking till about May 5 to prep for finals. Maybe I can come back after that.