Proposal 5: The Wedding
Syaoran paced back and forth in the groom's room, waiting for that hour…that time when he would tie the knot with the girl of his dreams. Mizu, Enkou, and even Touya all watched in amusement, as Syaoran glanced at the clock.
Enkou chuckled. "Master, you've done that three times already. It's almost time. Don't worry."
Syaoran turned to his guardian. "What if she changes her mind? What if something goes wrong? This is supposed to be the happiest day…"
"You're right." Mizu stood up. "It is supposed to be the happiest day of your life and you're making it up to be the battle of a lifetime."
Syaoran looked over Mizu's shoulder at Touya, who was glaring at him from the corner of the room. "It might be…" He whispered.
Touya stood up from leaning against the wall, and approached the groom. Syaoran made ready for another staring contest, but to his surprise, Touya place his hands on Syaoran's shoulders. "My sister loves you very much. I don't know why, but you somehow have won her heart. She won't leave you…she's been waiting for this since the day she met you. As crazy as it sounds…something about you makes her more happy than I've ever seen her." Syaoran looked up in shock, as a smile crept up on Touya's face. "She won't leave you."
Syaoran smiled back and nodded. "Well…let's go."
In the bride's room, Tomoyo was putting the last few touches on the wedding dress. It was a beautiful white dress, with short sleeves, hugging her body till about the waist, then spreading out. The bridesmaid's dresses were similar, but not nearly as fancy, because of course, Sakura was the star of the show. This was her day…her and Syaoran's…that is.
Sakura looked at herself in the mirror and her mouth fell open in awe. "Tomoyo, it's beautiful."
Tomoyo beamed. "That's because of who's wearing it." She winked and Sakura smiled.
Meiling, Fuu, and Yochi came in right then. "Everything's ready!" Yochi exclaimed.
"The guests have arrived and are seated." Fuu said.
"And your handsome groom is at the alter waiting for you." Meiling winked.
Sakura smiled. "I can't believe this is happening." She started to cry, happy tears.
Meiling came up to her. "Sakura, I've known you for a long time. I've known Syaoran for even longer. He loves you and I know you love him. This is just to make it official, but you two were married along time ago. You can do this."
Sakura smiled and they shared a hug.
"Yeah, you two were made for each other. Now fate is finally letting you have the spotlight." Yochi said. "Now go out there and show them what a beautiful bride you can be."
Sakura nodded. "Okay."
The bridesmaids and…alter boys…made ready to walk down the aisle, while the groom and best man, along with the priest, stood at the alter. Everyone made ready for the wedding to commence. Flowers were on the backs of chairs, on the alter, and one the surrounding trees. Soon some soothing music started and everyone turned their heads.
Tomoyo was the first to come down. She smiled and made her way to the alter. Next up was Meiling, holding onto Malus' arm. She smiled and walked with an unknown gracefulness that made some people wonder…was this Meiling? Next to come down was Yochi, who had her arm wrapped around Mizu's arm. She smiled, but knew Mizu would tease her about this later. Though, she would behave, for Sakura and Syaoran's sake. Fuu came down next, holding on to Enkou, restraining her own tears as she walked down the aisle. Enkou held onto her gently, yet firmly, knowing she would need support to get through the rest of the wedding in one piece.
When everyone lined up at the alter…boys on one side, girls on the other…Syaoran tensed in anticipation. The priest nodded to the pianist, who began the well known, Bridal March.
Syaoran's amber gaze slowly crept to the end of the aisle, where he would've sword he saw a living angel. For there, before everyone, was Sakura. With the music, everyone slowly got to their feet. Fujitaka held onto Sakura's arm, ready to give her away. She started walking slowly, her gaze never leaving Syaoran.
Everyone smiled and took pictures or recorded the magnificent view. Sakura's pure white dress flowed behind her, elegantly and regally.
Fujitaka and Sakura slowly got to the alter, where Fujitaka released Sakura's hand and handed it to Syaoran. Syaoran grasped it firmly, afraid his dream would end, and he would wake up. Fujitaka took his seat, followed by everyone else, and watched as Sakura and Syaoran turned to face the priest…the one who was going to bind them.
The music seized and the priest paused before beginning the ceremony.
"Dearly beloved." He began. "We are gathered here today, on this momentous occasion, to witness the binding of Syaoran Li and Kinomoto Sakura, in holy matrimony.
The marriage of a man and a woman is a sacred bonding, one that must be abided by both parties. These two will now read their vows, which they have decided to hand write to each other." He handed it off to Syaoran.
Syaoran took both Sakura's hands in his own and spoke the words of his heart, which he had been waiting and wanting to say for what seemed like an eternity. "Sakura, I love you. Today is a very special day. Long ago you were just a dream and a prayer. This day like a dream come true the Kami-sama Himself has answered that prayer. For today, Sakura, you as my joy become my crown. I thank Kami-sama for the honor of going through time with you. Thank you for being what you are to me. With our future as bright as the promises of the Gods, I will care for you, honor and protect you. I lay down my life for you, Sakura, my friend and my love. Today I give to you me."
Sakura started to cry again, despite her best attempts not to. The priest nodded to her, prompting her to start. She looked Syaoran right in the eye, and spoke true, pure hearted words. "Syaoran, I love you. Today is very special to me. When we met all those years ago, I fell in love with you and through everything we've been through; I never thought my dream would come true. You've been by my side through thick and thin and always made sure I was safe. Your kind heart and strong mind always amazed me. I thank you for everything you have done and know that together things can only get better. I promise to care for you and honor you, Syaoran, my friend and my love. Today I give to you me."
Syaoran smiled, though did not shed tears…he was happy and Sakura could tell through the gleam in his eyes, the window to his soul, the happiness he felt. Sakura smiled and held his hands tighter.
The priest continued. "With the vows and promises told, I would ask that the rings be given, as a visible sign of the never ending love and duty these two promise to give to each other."
Touya brought out two rings and handed one to Syaoran and one to Sakura. They held onto them with shaking hands. The priest started and Syaoran repeated. "I, Syaoran…take you Sakura…to be my wedded wife. To have and to hold…from this day forward…for better, for worse…for richer, for poorer…in sickness, and in health…to love and to cherish…till death do us part. And hereto I pledge you my faithfulness."
Sakura cried more, making Tomoyo, also start to cry. The Priest repeated the vow for Sakura…and she repeated it through her sniffles and sobs. "I, Sakura, take you, Syaoran, …to be my wedded husband. To have and to hold…from this day forward…for better, for worse…for richer, for poorer…in sickness, and in health…to love and to cherish…till death do us part. And hereto I pledge you my faithfulness."
The rings on each other's fingers…the two waited for the priest to give them the okay. The priest smiled. "By the honor vested in me, I pronounce you husband and wife! You may kiss the bride." He said.
Syaoran leaned in and kissed Sakura. Everyone cheered and threw rice up into the air. The couple shared a good long kiss before breaking and running happily down the alter to an awaiting limo, their friends still throwing rice at them, and cheering.
They got into the limo and sped away to prepare for the reception!
A/N: Okay, I don't know about you, but this chapter took a while to get out. I wasn't sure what I wanted to have happen. Anyways, here is it. Whither you want me to continue and cover the reception is up to you. Please review, I know it was short, but I've only been to one wedding when I was little and don't know too much about them. Gomen, and please review!!