Chapter 4 - What Was Long Awaited, Now Has Come...

She stood there anxiously, wringing her handkerchief in her hands; it was almost time to come from behind the large red velvet curtains, and take the longest walk of her life. Darien looked over at her and reassured her, "Everything will be perfect, I promise." All of her bridesmaids had come up, given her comfort from their hugs, and taken their places in front of her. The beautiful bouquet of calla lilies, and roses appeared in front of her, Darien spoke, "It's time to go."

The bridal march started playing, and the large velvet curtains parted. Darien took Lita's arm, and started walking down the grand staircase together, toward the alter. In front of her, she could see all of her best friends, and her soul mate, waiting for her. As she approached the alter she could see that William had tears rolling down his cheeks.

When she reached the alter, the minister asked, "Who gives this woman to be wed to this man?"

Darien replied," I do, as well as others that love her." He lifted her veil, kissed her cheek, and whispered, "I love you, little sister."

Lita spoke, "I love you too, big brother." Darien smiled, and went to stand over as one of the groomsmen. William offered his arm and Lita took it, and then faced the minister.

"Today we are gathered here today to witness the joining of two souls in holy matrimony. If anyone here has just cause why these two should not be wed, speak now or forever hold their peace," the minister paused for objections, and then continued. "These two people have found each other and now stand before us willing to commit their lives to each other. Lita and William have chosen to write their own vows and would like to recite them to one another at this time."

William reached in to one pocket with one hand for his vows, and took Lita's hands with the other, "Lita, I stand before you today as one man in love, nothing more, nothing less. I always believed that I would one day meet the perfect woman. She may not be perfect to the rest of the world or even to herself, but in my eyes she would. Today, I'm not marrying the woman I can live with, but the woman I cannot live without." During the vows, both William and Lita silently cried. She couldn't help taking his hand and squeezing, letting him know that she understood and that it was alright.

Lita turned to Serena, who nodded her head and took her bouquet. She had memorized her vows ahead of time. Taking William's hands in her own she started to speak, "I love you. I have never had to wonder if I did, and that's what counts. I love you without knowing why, when, or from where. I love you without complexities or pride." Lita had to pause for a moment to recompose herself and sniffle; she was very emotional over the fact that she was finally marrying him. "I love you this way because I know no other way than this. So close that your hand on my chest is my hand. So close that when you close your eyes I fall asleep."

The minister continued once again, " The vows have been exchanged, William Louis, do you promise to cherish, love, and honor Lita Cyra, in sickness and health, for better and for worse, for now and for eternity?"

"I do," he replied in looking into her eyes.

"Lita Cyra, do you promise to cherish, love, and honor William Louis, in sickness and in health, for better and for worse, for now and for eternity?

Also, looking into William's eyes, 'I do."

"If you will, please take the candles beside and light the unity candle behind me,"

"Today, on January 4th, Year 3027, two souls have come together to join in one lifestyle. By the power vested in me, by the city of Crystal Tokyo, and King Edymion, and Neo- Queen Serenity, I now proclaim you as husband and wife. William, you may kiss your bride."

Of course, William took Lita in his arms and kissed her. To her, that kiss lasted a lifetime, and she would never forget it.

"Ladies and gentlemen. I now present to you the new Mr. and Mrs. William and Lita Young."

From there the newly wed couple, walked down the aisle, and up the grand stair case. The bridesmaids and groomsmen followed behind.

"The photographer is ready to take pictures of the bride and groom together," someone from the catering group spoke.

"Thank you," Amy replied. "I'm sorry that the ceremony and the reception had to be so close together. Well, I guess you should go take your pictures now."

"Amy, don't be sorry about it. I wanted my ceremony to be indoors, but have the stars and moon be included. I'm okay with it," Lita assured Amy, then when back with William into the ballroom.

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The reception had begun and the dj announced, "Being presented for the first time as husband and wife, Mr. and Mrs. William and Lita Young!" They walked in and were greeted by a family of friends. Both, Lita and William, went to the head table and sat down.

Many people came up and congratulated them. Although grateful for the support, they secretly wished to retire to the serenity of their home.

"Now, if we could have the bride and groom come up, and join in their first dance,"

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The reception ended and everyone had said their goodbyes with birdseed, the couple had their silent wish.

"I'll hold you for all eternity, my princess and love, now and forever," William whispered in Lita's ear as he placed her down on the bed.

"As will I, prince charming," she teased.

They quieted down, and looked deeply into each other's eyes. William kissed her lips lightly and let off. He kissed her kissed once again, but this time more passionately. They stumbled into another world, and lost all knowledge of the outside world.