Marimeia's Engagement Marimeia's Engagement
By West Wind
Chapter 7 ~ The Big Day

Disclaimer: I don't own Gundam Wing or its characters

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Marimeia had graduated weeks ago and was now focusing on the wedding. They were down to a week before the big day. Marimeia had done all she could for the time being and it annoyed her that something's just could not be done until the day before or the day of. Her family and friends were always asking her what they could do to help or wanting her to make a decision on something. She had come close in exploding at Relena but had managed to keep her temper. That near outburst bothered her. She had not allowed her temper to get the best of her since her early teens. Marimeia let out a frustrated sigh as she and Heero strolled around a lake.

Heero squeezed her hand and asked, "What's bothering you?"

"The wedding," she groaned exasperatingly. "It is such a big task and so many decisions to be made. It has become bigger than I ever dreamed."

Heero stroked the hand he held with his thumb to ease her distress.

"It is so far from the small wedding I wanted in the beginning. All I wanted was a small ceremony and now it is a large proceeding. First the list of guests grew with the people we could not leave out, then the reception went from a light buffet to a full blown meal, not to mention the number of decorations that had been added from my original idea. Heero, when did this whole thing balloon out of control?" she lamented.

"When you let your mother, Relena, and Catherine get involved," he pointed out.

Marimeia growled in agreement. The three of them, especially her mother, had taken such an interest and excitement to the planing of the wedding that Marimeia found it hard to say no to their plans.

"Heero, let's just elope. Forget all the planning and the details," Marimeia stated.

Heero chuckled softly and halted their forward progress before pulling his love into an embrace. He lovingly rested his chin on top of her head and nuzzled into her hair. He breathed in the lovely smell of her hair before he responded to her impulse suggestion.

"No, my love, we have come too far to back out now. It is only a few days more, and it will all be behind us."

"Your right, but I want it to be over now!"

Heero pulled her closer to him and murmured his understanding and encouragement. They stood in each others arms for some time and watched the sun find its rest under the horizon. After that Marimeia felt more relaxed and ready to face the upcoming days.

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The day had arrived and everyone was still in one peace. There had been some questionable times the day before. Heero was sure Marimeia was going to strangle Duo with her bare hands on a couple of occasions just for being Duo. Everyone was rushing around to get the last minute details taken care of. Heero forced himself to ignore the ever moving upheaval around him and prepared for the day ahead.

He was the last of the five to get married, and the other four had been sure to pull out all the stops for him. Heero was sure he would find his car decorated beyond his wildest dreams mostly because of Duo. Duo never seemed to do anything small. The time was quickly nearing for him to be in the sanctuary.

Marimeia was in a room with her two college friends, Catherine, Relena, and her Mom. Time both stood still and went by quickly for Marimeia. The women in the room helped her get her dress on, put on her makeup, and fix her hair. They buzzed around like bees around their queen. When they were done, Marimeia could not believe she was looking at herself in the mirror. She looked so mature and regal all dolled up. The bridesmaids were already in their forest green gowns and their bouquets of white and burgundy flowers sat around the room. Lady Une left the room to be seated before the ceremony began. There was a quiet nock on the door and Jen opened it. Trowa stood there in a black tux. His green eyes locked on Marimeia's.

"Ready?" he simply asked.

She nodded, and the group headed out to start the show. Trowa offered Marimeia his arm and she linked her arm through his and placed a light kiss of thanks on his cheek. They stood outside the sanctuary, and Jen smoothed out Marimeia's dress. The bridesmaids made their way down the walkway followed by Chrisy dropping petals as she went. Then everyone in the room stood as Trowa and Marimeia entered. Marimeia did not notice those standing in her honor. All she was focusing on was Heero at the front of the room. She saw a smile dance in his eyes and tug at his lips as she approached. Trowa turned her over to Heero without any reluctance and no warning like Milliardo had given Trowa when he married Relena. Trowa knew Heero would always take care of his niece and do everything in his power to protect her. He was glad the two had found love and happiness with each other.

The customary words were spoken by the preacher. They both promised to love, honor, and cherish the other for as long as they lived. Rings were placed on the appropriate fingers and the unity candle was lit. The preacher announced that Heero could kiss the bride, and he in an un-Yuy gesture pulled his wife to him and in kissed her passionately in front of everyone. They slowly pulled away remembering they had an audience.

"I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Heero Yuy," announced the preacher as the couple turned to the crowd.

Marimeia could not keep from smiling for the rest of the day. She was actually Heero's wife. Her dream come true. And so our story ends with the little princess marring her prince.

The End.

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Thanks to all those who have followed my series of Marimeia and Heero stories, and thanks to those of you who reviewed or e-mailed me with your comments/suggestions. I hope all those who have read any part of this saga have enjoyed it.

I have not had many reviews on this story, so I believe everyone is getting tired of it. I know I am beginning go become burnt out in writing it and short on story plots. For now, that is it for Heero and Marimeia, and I am going to focus on other stories I am working on. ~ West Wind ^_^