Disclaimer: I own nothing except my imagination and the kids names.

a/n: Thank you to everyone for the reviews on the last chapter. Now as a lot of you know, I started a new position at work this week. It has been exciting and tiring, turning my brain into a puddle, which is one of the reasons this update has taken so long to write. I hope you enjoy this longer chapter to make up for the wait.


Gabby blinked slowly as birds could be heard chirping. She ran her hand against the sheets only to find Matt's spot empty, bringing a smile to her face. Waking up alone was never something she enjoyed but today was special. Christie had taken all five kids for the night so she could rest properly and Matt had slept at Kelly and Christie's place, the two wanting to keep some tradition for their big day. She swung her legs out of the bed slowly and wrapper her robe around her body, making her way towards the kitchen, her stomach showing signs of hunger.

A sweet smell was emanating from the kitchen but Gabby frowed and slowed her pace, wondering who could be here so early. She leaned against the doorframe after quietly tiptoing in the room and smile formed on her lips.

"You're lucky it smells so good in here because I was tempted to call the cops." Nathalie turned to her and chuckled.

"And you're lucky we didn't call the cops on you last night." Gabby turned at the sound of Shay's voice, finding her there with Laura, a bottle of mimosa in her hands." Gabby simply turned red at that statement, remembering the night before.

The kids had already left to spend the night with Matt and Kelly, leaving Gabby alone for some quiet time. She wanted nothing more than to slip in a warm bubble bath with scented candles and a glass of wine to enjoy a night without any interruptions. She was sipping her glass slowly, waiting for the water to fill the tub when the doorbell rang. She looked at the small clock that was sitting on the shelf next to her products and she frowned. "Who could that be so late?" It was already nine so she pulled her robe tightly around her body and went down the stairs, still wondering who could be there at that time. She looked through the peephole and cursed under her breath. "What are you girls doing here?" She opened the door to find Shay, Laura, Nathalie, Sylvie, April and Maggie standing there with smirks on their faces and bottles of wine in hand.

"Did you really think that we would let you get married tomorrow and not have a bachelorette party?" Shay had clearly already started drinking and she was in the mood to party.

"I thought I was going to spend a quiet night with candles, a hot bath and wine." She finally chuckled.

"So go get dressed and we are going to have a little bit of fun tonight." Nathalie spun her around and pushed her back towards the stairs as the girls all came in and got ready for the party.

Gabby came back sporting some clack leather pants and a blue strapless top and a glass of wine was thrust in her hand and Laura pulled her to her side.

"My dear sister-in-law." She started, Gabby's eyes already watering. "I've known you for a long time now and I've seen you grow and become and increadible woman and mom but life hasn't always been easy. It delt you a very hard blow but I've seen you stay strong through it all and you've found love again with this amazing man and I cannot wait to witness you say I do to him tomorrow. To Gabby and Matt." She raised her glass as she pressed her lips to Gabby's temple. "I love you." She whispered in her ear.

"I love you too." She whispered back.

"To Matt and Gabby." The other girls cheered too and they started drinking a glass after the other, April putting some background music for them. About an hour or two later, the doorbell rang again.

"What is up with people tonight?" Gabby slurred, a high level of alcohol already in her body. They were having fun dancing and drinking in her living room and she didn't appreciate the interruption during girl's night. "Why hellooo." She looked at the man that was standing in front of her, dressed in a firefighter's gear.

"WHO'S AT THE DOOR?" She could hear from behind her.

"Did someone call the fire department?" She smiled at the man before returning to the living room, the man following her closely behind.

"Matt Casey is the only firefighter I need in my life." Her blush creeped down to her neck.

"That's not how you acted like last night." Shay and Nathalie laughed as Shay poured them a glass of mimosa while Nathalie put the food on the table.

"Well after today, last night won't ever matter." She sat down and took a sip of the bubbly drink. She looked at her ring and then outside where the sun shone and she was content, happy to finally getting to be married to Matt by the end of the night.

On the other side of town, Matt woke up with a stiff back. His dead was pounding lightly and his eyes strained under the sunlight that filtered through the living room windows. He pushed the blanket that had been thrown over him aside and swung his legs to the side, the pounding intensifying slightly. He ran a hand through his hair and stood, making his way to the kitchen where he found Severide at the kitchen table reading the paper with a cup of coffee in hand.

"Morning sunshine." Kelly smirked.

"Sunshine hurts my eyes." Matt grumbled, sitting across from him. Kelly simply pushed a steaming cup in front of his friend. "How many drinks did we have last night?" He wondered out loud as he welcomed the hot liquid down his throat.

"You, a few too many. I had to take you home in one piece." Suddenly last night came back to him.

They were sitting in the living room watching a game on tv and sipping a beer. "So tomorrow's the big day huh? How're you feeling?"

"I'm happy." There was no doubt from the look on his face that he was looking forward to it. "I've waited a long time for this."

"Than you guys should go out and celebrate." They both turned to see Christie standing against the wall.

"And leave you with all five kids plus Violet?" Kelly asked. "No way babe."

"The kids are all already sleeping." She smiled at him. "And my little brother won't get married more than once. You guys should go have some fun."

"Are you sure?" He stood up and walked towards her, pulling her to him.

"Positive. I'll see you guys in the morning." She kissed him before he faced Matt.

"Come on Case. Grab your jacket and we're out of here." The truth was that the guys were waiting for them at Molly's for a bachelor party for Matt and he had only watched the game to stall until he knew everything was ready. They took Kelly's car because he was going to get Matt drunk for his last night of freedom. When they made it to Molly's, they could hear the loud music from the outside.

"Come on Kelly. I said no strippers." They pushed the door opened to be surprised by the boys from 51 and some close friends of their's.

"You didn't say anything about sexy waitresses." Kelly smirked as he pushed Matt farther in the bar.

"Good idea. Where's everyone?" He was surprised that there wasn't a tornado of kids around them.

"Asleep." He took another sip of his coffee. "Valentina woke up a few times from nightmares. Christie was rocking her back to sleep when we came back."

"Ah damn. We should have been here for this."

"It's fine Matt." Christie patted him on the shoulder. "How's the head?" She put some ibuprofen in front of him.

"Thanks sis." He took the pills and swallowed them down with a large sip of coffee.

"Are you ready?" She kissed Kelly and started making breakfast.

"Never been more ready for anything in my intire life."

"Good. So let's feed you and get you washed up for your big day." It didn't take very long for Christie to whip up a huge breakfast with Kelly's help. They sat down to eat when all the kids came barreling down the stairs, Matt being swarmed by all of them.

"Lower your voices kids, dad has a head ache." Kelly smirked as he filled Matt's cup again.

"Are you kids ready?" Matt asked. This was also a huge day for all five of them.

"Auntie Christie laid out all of our clothes for us last night." Grace said with her mouth half full.

"And she said that we'd get ready after lunch. Are we going to see mom after?" Luis asked.

"As soon as we're all ready we'll be driving back home and mom will be waiting for you guys."

"You're not going to be there?" Filippe wondered.

"I'll be coming in a different car with Kelly. I can't see your mom before she walks down the isle."

"Why not?" Emma was next to ask.

"Because it's a tradition and we decided it would be fun if we followed a few of them." It was his turn to put some food in his mouth, hoping that what was left of the throbbing in his head would disappear. They finished eating under the kids excitement for the day and they were all happy to be able to stay up later than usual for the occasion. Christie shooed Matt away from the kitchen when he tried to help clear the dishes and sent him upstairs for a much needed nap and a shower before having to get ready later.

The girls had fun during breakfast and laughed at stories Shay was very willing to share with them about Matt throughout the years. Shay handed her a glass of regular orange juice as Gabby looked outside, leaning against the patio door. "Go enjoy some quiet time while you can." She whispered in her ear before she left her alone with her thoughts. She wrapped her vest around her body and took a seat on the porch, looking at the beautiful wedding setting that her friends had made for them. Her mind graced her with memories of the past years since meeting Matt and she couldn't help but smile at how her life had changed and how it would be changed forever after today.

Inside, the girls kept an eye on Gabby to make sure that she didn't come back inside while they were plotting a surprise for her and Matt. "So, is everything ready for tonight?" Laura whispered.

"Christie texted me saying everything was ready and that she'll bring the e-tickets here when they come." Shay answered.

"And we're supposed to do their luggage how?" Nathalie wondered under her breath.

"Keep her distracted and I'll take care of it." Shay smirked, heading upstairs quiet as a mouse so she could try putting bags together for her friends. She was surprised that no disruption came as she packed Gabby's bag, fitting sexy lingerie, bathing suits and a few sun dresses. Matt was a bit harder to pack because she had no real idea where his summer things were but after opening a few drawers, she found exactly what she was looking for. She simply grabbed his duffle bag and stuffed everything in there. She managed to stach everything just when Gabby came walking in, Nathalie and Laura sporting appologetic looks on their faces.

"What are you doing Shay?"

"I came up to make sure you had everything you needed for the ceremony."

"Thanks Shay. After last night, I'm sure I would have forgotten something. And I never thanked you guys for the back yard, it's gorgeous."

"Matt did most of the work with the alter." Laura assured her.

"That may be but the flowers are the lights look amazing. I couldn't ask for better friends." Gabby pulled them into a group hug as her eyes filled with tears.

"Ok, enough with this emotional crap." Nathalie pulled away and wiped her eyes, smiling at Gabby. "How about you run that hot bath you were hoping for yesterday and we'll get a light lunch going before we get you ready for tonight."

"Thanks girls." Gabby gathered a few of her things before heading into their en-suite, finally running that hot water tub and lighting those scented candles. The girls waited a few minutes to make sure that Gabby wouldn't re-emmerge yet and took both her bag and Matt's to go hide it somewhere else in the house.

Laura left no longer after to make her way to the bakery to make sure that everything was going as planned with the food and the cake that she had insisted on making, leaving both Nathalie and Shay to put the finishing touched on the yard and making sure that Gabby was ready by four, when everyone else would be here and waiting for her.

The kids had taken a short nap post lunch to make sure that they'd be able to last through the reception so it left Matt some alone time. He wrestled with the idea of calling Gabby and finally caved about twenty minutes later. He let it ring a few times and she finally picked up. "Hey baby." I missed you this morning. She said in the receiver. "I missed you too. Did you have fun last night?" He smirked, knowing what was planned for her the night before. I might have had a little too much to drink. She didn't want to give him too many details. What about you? How was Molly's? She asked, knowing too what Kelly had planned for him. "So you knew?" Of course I knew, I helped Kelly plan it. He could hear the soft giggle from her end and it was like music to his ears. "How did you sleep?" Blissfully well. "I won't ask what role alcohol played in that." He laughed. "So, are you ready?" Very ready. Now I'm just soaking in a hot tub, with bubbled everywhere around me and those vanilla scented candles I love. "Gabby." Matt moaned, feeling his pants tighten around him. "You can't say these things right now, it's not fair." Well if you play your card right tonight, I might just ave a little surprise under my wedding dress. "Come on baby, stop it." His mind was giving him all sorts of images of Gabby wearing next to nothing, her wedding dress pooling at her feet. "I need to take a cold shower now." And I need to start getting ready soon if I don't want to be late for my own wedding. "I can't wait to see you walk down that isle towards me." And I can't wait to say I do to you. She whispered in the phone this time. It was the small things that Matt loved about Gabby. Just having a fun conversation with some banter was calming his nerves and only strengthening his love for her and the fact that he was making the best decision of his life. "I love you baby." I love you too Matt Casey. The both of them started silent for a few seconds before hanging up.

"It's time man." Kelly poked his head through the door and Matt simply nodded and gave him a smile.

"Thanks Kel." Kelly nodded and closed the door behind him, giving his friend the time he needed to get ready. He took a quick shower to calm his body that was still reacting to his earlier conversation with Gabby and when he came out of the bathroom and back into Violet's room where he was getting ready, his suit was waiting for him. He and Gabby had talked about it and although she loved Matt in his dress blues, she loved it when he wore a suit and tie so he opted for a three piece suit. He was just finishing up buttoning his inside vest that his mind took him to another important day not so long ago.

Matt and Gabby had pretty much everything planned but they were missing one key ingredient to get married, a minister. They knew that they were cutting it close but not having to worry about a venue had made it easier on them but finding a minister on short notice had proven difficult. Matt stood in front of the CFD and took a deep breath, hoping for a positive outcome. He nodded to the girl at the front desk as he went, walking up the stairs to the next floor, knowing exactly where he was going. The door was closed but Matt took a chance and knocked anyways.

"Matt Casey!" Chaplain Orlovsky stood, smiling, shaking Matt's hand. "What can I do for you?"

"I know I'm cutting it close Chaplain but I need a favour."

"Name it." It wasn't a secret that Matt and the Chaplain had a long history together. After losing Darden and then Haley, he had been a great help in keeping his sanity, managing on both counts to bring him back to the present and the CFD, both times the thought of ending his career had weighed heavy on him.

"I'm getting married." Matt smiled at him.

"So I've heard." The Chaplain smiled back at him. "And you don't have to say another word, I'll do it."

"How did you know what I was going to ask you?" Matt took half a step back.

"You forget that I know you Matt. And it would be my pleasure to marry you to Gabriella Dawson."

Matt smiled at the memory as he slipped his suit jacket on. Things had finally fallen into place and in a few hours, Gabby would be his wife.

Gabby slipped out of the tub and wrapped a towel around her body, heading back into her and Matt's room where Nathalie was waiting for her.

"Are you ready?"

"As I'll ever be." She smiled back at her friend and boss.

"Let's get you dressed." Nathalie handed her the bag her dress was kept in for safety and pushed back towards the bathroom to get changed. "Everything you need is in there."

"Thanks." Gabby took the bag with her and went into the bathroom where she hung the bag on the back on the door. First she put her lingerie and hid her body with a robe before she went back to her room where Nathalie was waiting for her, this time to make her hair.

"Are we still going with the picture you shower me last time?" She turned Gabby so she would face the mirror.

"Yes." Nathalie brushed Gabby's hair in a soft, low bun. For her wedding to Alberto, it had been a big affaire, Gabby wearing a dress fit for a princess and there were so many guests, some that she didn't even knew that had been invited but both she and Matt had agreed for a simple ceremony, one that would reflect who they were. They had invited their immediate family along with Matt's firehouse family and a few of Gabby's friends from the hospital. "Thank you again Nathalie for everything."

"And thank you for letting me be a huge part of your wedding." They smiled at each other through the mirror, both thinking about the same moment, a few weeks back.

Gabby was pacing the living room while Matt watched a movie on tv. "What's got you pacing like that babe?" Matt asked as he stood, making his way to her.

"I still don't know who to pick to be my maid of honour."

"I thought you had chosen already." He stood in front of her and held her arms in his hands.

"I can't make up my mind Matt." She sighed, frustration getting the better of her.

"Who did you have in mind?" He thought that if they talked it out together it might help her make a decision.

"There's Laura but she was my maid of honour when I married Alberto. Then there's Shay but I haven't known her all that long so I don't know if she would be comfortable taking on that role." Matt pulled her gently towards the couch and sat down, pulling her down on his lap, placing his arms around her waist.

"Well I'm sure that Shay would be honoured but if you don't feel comfortable asking her, than maybe she's not your perfect choice." He placed a strand of hair behind her ear. "Can I suggest someone?" Gabby simply nodded. At this point, any suggestion that could make her make a decision he would take it. "What about Nathalie?" The though had actually never crossed her mind yet.

"Why didn't I think of her before?" She tried to stand back up but Matt stopped her from doing so by tightening his arms around her waist.

"Because you are stressed and you have five kids running around you every day and there's a lot of things on your mind."

"I'm sorry." She pushed her face into his shirt, sighing.

"Hey, hey." He took her face in his hands and made her look at him. "Don't be sorry. A lot is going on right now. It's normal that it's taking a lot out of you." She took a deep breath and smiled at him.

"Thanks babe." She leaned her forehead against his and then pressed her lips to his.

"Anytime." He kissed her back. "Now how about we get you in bed for a good night and tomorrow you can ask Nathalie."

"Yeah, sleep will help me focus more." They wrapped themselves in each other and quickly fell asleep. Gabby was already gone when Matt woke up but he simply smiled, knowing Gabby would want to get Nathalie before the chaos started.

Gabby parked her car and suddenly became nervous. She went up the stairs and the nurses station was empty but that wasn't anything strange about that because it was the morning rounds but she knew that Nathalie would be in her office. She set her things down under the counter and headed that way. The door was left ajar and Gabby took a deep breath before raising her hand to knock but she was beat to it.

"Come in Gabby." Gabby simply pushed the door open a bit more and slipped inside, choosing not to sit down.

"I." She started, not really sure how to ask her question. She took a deep breath and closed her eyes. "I've had a lot of trouble figuring something out lately and time is starting to slip away and until last night I couldn't make up my mind about it."

"Gabby, what is it? You're starting to freak me out a bit." Nathalie wasn't used to seeing an unsure Gabby.

"Would you be my maid of honour for my wedding?" She finally blurted out.

"Gabby." Nathalie suddenly stood, a smirk across her lips. "I'd be honoured." She pulled her in her arms. "But why me? What about Shay?"

"Matt was the one who suggested it and it got me thinking." Nathalie was now holding her at arms length. "You have been by my side from day one and through all of the fights and the make-ups that I've had with Matt and you've been protecting my heart through all of it and I couldn't ask for more."

"You're going to make me cry." Both women had tears in their eyes as they embraced, Gabby now laughing with a lightness in her heart.

They suddenly fell into a light laugher as Nathalie put the finishing touched to Gabby's hair. "Let's do your make-up, it's almost time." She turned her so they were facing. Gabby wanted something natural so Nathalie used her golden palette and worked her magic before they both admired her handiwork. "Time for you to get you in your dress." Gabby turned to look at her reflection one last time before she retreated into the bathroom one last time. When Gabby came out, Nathalie was no longer alone.

"Oh my God Gabby." Shay exclaimed. "You look beautiful.

"Thanks." She blushed. Gabby looked at the door as it opened and her mother poked her head in before letting herself in.

"You look absolutely breathtaking honey." She took her hands in hers. Gabby was wearing a simple white dress but what wasn't simple was the body of lace that was over it. It covered her shoulder and chest and flowed to the ground and a jewelled belt centering her waist. You couldn't see much of the shoes but Gabby had picked a simple peep toe heel to match the dress.

"Thank you mom." Their smile was the same and the girls watched mother and daughter have their little moment.

"Now." She looked at the girls before looking back at Gabby again. "You're missing a few things. Nathalie?" Nathalie handed Esmeralda a square box. "This belonged to your Abuela." She opened the box to reveal a silver hair pin. "She wore it to her wedding and she wanted it to be passed down to the women in the family on their own wedding day."

"Mamma." Gabby's eyes filled with tears. She had seen it before but her mother hadn't been able to get it for her marriage to Alberto but this something old was a perfect thing for a new beginning. "Thank you." Her mother pinned it in her hair and kissed her on the cheek.

"Now for your something blue." Shay giggled, pulling another item from a small box, this time making Gabby blush. It was a royal blue garter and Shay stretched it with both her index fingers, making everyone laugh.

"Thank you Leslie Shay." She pulled her one of her best friends for a hug.

"And this is your something new." Laura gave Gabby the box and Nathalie pulled her to her side.

"They're beautiful." It was small chandelier earrings and a matching bracelet.

"We knew you hadn't picked jewellery so we couldn't resist."

"Thank you, all of you." The girls hugged her and her mom held her hand from the side.

A knock on the door interrupted them. Esmeralda went to answer and had to look down to see who it was.

"These are for you mom." Luis gave her a beautiful bouquet of pink roses.

"Luis baby, you look so handsome in your suit." She set the vase down on her desk and looked at her boys. They were wearing dark grey suits, matching Matt's.

"And you look beautiful in your dress mamma." Filippe smiled at her.

"Thank you." She smiled at him. "You all look so good." The girls were wearing the same dress but Emma and Grace in a soft yellow and Valentina in a cream coloured dress, a stark contrast with her dark skin.

There was another knock on the door but no one came in and Esmeralda smiled at her daughter. "It's time."

"Ok." Gabby smiled at her mom. "Just give me a minute and I'll be right out." Shay and Nathalie nodded before they ushered the kids out and then her mom left, kissing her one last time before giving her a few minutes alone. She turned and looked at the flowers. She knew they were from Matt but she wanted to read what he had written to her on the card.

To my beautiful bride, and to the rest of our lives.

Love

Matt.

She pressed the small card against her heart and smiled before making her way out and downstairs to her waiting father.

Matt arrived with Kelly and Violet, Christie haven taken the kids with her a bit earlier to see Gabby. They walked into the yard where all their friends were waiting for them, Chaplain Orlovsky already at the top of the alter. Matt said some hellos on his way to join him, Kelly and Antonio at his side.

"Ready to join this crazy family?" Antonio clapped him on the shoulder, pulling Matt in for a hug.

"More than ever." Matt smiled at Antonio once he released him.

"I know the road here hasn't been easy but if two people can make it all the way to forever, it's the two of you." Matt nodded and smiled at his best friend before pulling him in for a hug.

"Thank you for everything Kelly. You're the best best friend a guy can ask for." They pulled away just in time for the music to start. The boys walked up first, followed by Valentina and the twins as the flower girl and finally, their eyes met. Matt's smile reached his eyes as blue met brown, Gabby blushing lightly from the beginning of the isle, her father by her side. In those few quiet seconds, there was no one else in the world but the two of them.

Matt couldn't keep his eyes of her as she walked up with her father. She was a vision in her dress, the white lace adding her something extra special, making her look like an angel, his angel. Before he knew it, she was next to him. Edouardo shook his hand and pulled him in for a hug.

"Take good care of my daughter."

"I will, I promise." Edouardo pulled away and nodded before pulling Gabby in for a hug too.

"You've found a wonderful man Gabriella."

"I love you daddy." He kissed her cheek and she smiled at him before he answered.

"I love you too my darling." He kissed her cheek one more time before he put her hands in Matt's, taking his seat next to Esmeralda in the front row.

"We are gathered here today to marry Matthew Casey and Gabriella Dawson." Chaplain Orlovsky started. He looked as Matt and Gabby exchanged a loving look before he continued. "Life has a unique way to bring people together that are destined to be together like Matt and Gabby and their journey is what has brought us here today. We have all witnessed their special bond and will continue to do so as they soon become husband and wife." A loud whistle could be heard from somewhere in the yard, making everyone laugh, knowing it was Cruz. "Matt and Gabby chose to write their own vows to show their love for each other."

"Gabby." She winked at him, her smile lighting the whole room up. "When I first met you, I had just started letting myself believe I could open my heart again to someone. The girls were the only world that made sense until you came along. You showed me how to love again and you made me trust someone with my whole world and you have done nothing but amaze me since. You are an incredible partner and an amazing mother to all five of our children and we've become the team that I've always envisioned. To a lifetime of friendship, love and trust.

"I love you." She mouthed.

"I love you too." He mouthed back, a smile on his lips.

"Matt. When I came back home, I was lost. I had lost the one thing that made sense in my world and my kids had become the center of my universe. And then, this amazing thing happened. I bumped into a perfect stranger in a run to catch up with my kids and my journey since has taken turns I hadn't seen coming. You made me find love again and given me a reason to believe in love again. You've always said that you aren't replacing Alberto in mine and the kids life. I have the honour to be loved by two incredible men and I'm marrying you today."

"Matt, do you promise to stay by Gabby's side, in sickness and in health, in joy and in sorrow, as well as through the good times and the bad? Will you promise to love her without reservation, comfort her in times of distress, encourage her to achieve all of her goals, laugh with her and cry with her, grow with you in mind and spirit. Always be open and honest with her and cherish her for as long as you both shall live?"

"I do." He smiled, slipping the diamond wedding band on her finger.

"Gabby, do you promise to stay by Matt's side, in sickness and in health, in joy and in sorrow, as well as through the good times and the bad? Will you promise to love him without reservation, comfort him in times of distress, encourage him to achieve all of his goals, laugh with him and cry with him, grow with her in mind and spirit? Always be open and honest with him and cherish him for as long as you both shall live?"

"I do." She slid the cool metal of Matt's wedding band on his finger.

"By the power of your love and commitment, and the power vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife! You may kiss each your bride!" Matt gently pulled Gabby to him, his hands gently around her waist and pressed his lips to hers, sealing their destiny for the rest of their lives.

Everybody clapped and whistled while they kissed, everyone happy to be there to witness their love for one another. "I now present you, Matt and Gabby Casey". Kelly yelled as both Matt and Gabby were swarmed by all five of their kids. Matt lifted Valentina in his arms and planted a sweet kiss on her cheek.

"Are you kids having fun?"

"Can we go to bed really late tonight and dance with you guys?"

"Absolutely." Gabby smiled at Matt.

"Speaking of dancing." Matt smiled back at her. "Will you do me the honour of this first dance Mrs Casey?"

"I would love to." Shay took Valentina from Matt's arms and he took Gabby's hand in his and took her to what was meant to be the dance floor. He pulled her close to him as the song H.O.L.Y. from Florida Georgia Line started playing. "How does it feel? She asked him with a smile.

"I never thought my heart could be so full. You just made me the luckiest man on the face of this planet."

"Not as lucky as I am." She leaned her head against his chest as they danced, enjoying the beating of his heart. Everyone started clapping as they kissed once the song was done.

"Now that you've danced a bit, we have a surprise for you." Kelly took the mic, Christie by his side. "Now I know that you guys didn't plan a honeymoon because you have a small army to take care so we decided that we'd take care of that for you." Gabby's hands flew to her mouth. She couldn't believe that their friends would do something for them like that. "So, as your best man, and with the help of your maid of honour Nathalie, we thought that you could escape to a little piece of paradise in Hawaii for the next week."

"We can't accept that Kelly."

"You don't have a choice buddy because your flight leaved in a few hours." Kelly bulled the two tickets out of his jacket pocket.

"We won't have time to get out things ready." Gabby giggled, clearly not able to believe what their friends had done.

"It's a good thing their already packed." Shay wiggled her eyebrows.

"You'd better hurry up if you want to make it on time." Nathalie came to hug Gabby and then Matt. Everyone else came to congratulate them before they went inside together to change into something more casual. When they came back to the yard, everyone was dancing. Kelly and Christie pulled away from the group and came to meet them.

"I want you two to enjoy yourselves over there and leave the kids to us, we'll take good care of them." Christie told them, knowing the kids would be Gabby's first priority."

"Thank you for everything." Gabby took Christie in her arms for a hug.

"Yeah thank you." Matt kissed her cheek too.

"Now get out of here before you miss your flight." Kelly was practically pushing them out the door. Matt held the door to Gabby's car open for her and waited for her to settle herself in before closing the door behind her and taking the wheel, driving them to the airport and a week in paradise.


a/n: So Matt and Gabby are finally married. I put the URL for the pic of Gabby's dress in my profile but it's white instead of the cream colour in the picture.I hope you guys enjoyed this chapter and please take a few seconds to review before you leave. - Sarra