Ah so here it is, the day of the wedding. The wedding of Meryl and Vash.
Over the past two years this couple had experienced much. Before they were actually a couple they even had trouble. At one point it was even considered that Vash might die. He had been hurt so badly physically and emotionally after Legato was killed. Also at one point it was a factor that Meryl and Milly may not even come back. With their jobs calling them back and not knowing where Vash and Wolfwood were, they really had no reason to look for either of them.
Yes their relationship as friends and as a couple had been rough, Well, that is considering that there was a large argument a few days beforehand over what to eat at the wedding.
"Vash we are not replacing wedding cake with donuts."
"But Meryl! Everybody loves donuts!!"
"We are having cake. We are not going to even bring donuts at all. It is going to be a donut-free wedding."
"But-"
"NO!"
And the day before that the preacher had a request that was also denied. "Can we smoke in the church?"
"No. Actually you should try to quit before one of the women in this house becomes pregnant." Milly looked at her boyfriend seriously as Alexis blushed deeply and Meryl just crossed her arms.
"But it's not like anyone is pregnant now!"
"Nick,"
"Milly,"
"No."
"Damn."
But now all the arguing was over. Well, most of it. The people still argued a bit, but a lot of it was just the jitters because the wedding was so close.
Vash didn't have a bachelor party, after all, who wants to have a hangover during the wedding? Definately not Vash. He is pretty intolerant of alcohol, considering he always pukes up twice as much as he drank. Knowing all that Vash did not have a bacholors party, despite Wolfwoods insistent arguing with him over getting drunk with him at least.
And of course Meryl didn't have a bachelorette party either. Milly was objecting like Wolfwood did about not being able to drink as well. If Meryl did have a party though, she would be way paranoid about messing up anything in the house and by the time she was supposed to walk down the isle, she would probably pass out from exhaustion. Considering that she would be up all night making sure no one made a mess in the house.
It seemed as though the closer the wedding got, the more on edge everyone was. Strangely enough the only one that wasn't taking their nervousness out on others was Knives. Instead he became his antisocial self again. He just stayed in his room all day. He only came out every few hours because he couldn't use the bathroom in there.
They were kind of happy that there wasn't that much time left for them to be so nervous,the wedding is tomorrow. Well, since I, the author, am going to skip the next 24 hours, it is today.
Vash woke up to an empty bed, Meryl had gone to get ready fro the wedding and he couldn't come. The groom was not supposed to see his bride before the wedding. He got up to go get his breakfast. In the kitchen was Wolfwood reading his Bible and trying to remember what to say to wed them. He was reading and mumbling under his breath, he waved, but didn't look up, when Vash walked past.
"G'mornin preacher." Vash greeted sleepily.
"Yeah."
"Where's Knives?"
"Yeah."
"Nevermind."
"Yeah."
With that answer Vash went to see if Knives was awake yet. Yes. He was awake and just barely. Obviously he had just awaken. "What Vash? What do you want?"
"Just trying to see if my brother was awake yet, that's all."
"Yes Vash. Strangely enough, even though I am your brother, I don't sleep until three in the afternoon."
"Well I am going to go eat breakfast. Meryl left some donuts before she left."
"And naturally you must eat them at the speed of light."
"Of course." Vash grinned and left the room, trusting that his brother will be ready by the time the wedding came around. It was at six and it was about noon when Vash and Knives woke up.
At about four Vash was ready and sitting on the living room couch, palms sweating, knees shaking. "Got the jitters needle noggin?"
"Shut up Wolfwood." The smoke addicted friend laughed at his pals nervousness. "Shouldn't you be going over your lines?"
"I had done that for four hours. I think I have it pretty well memorized."
"I wonder what Knives is gonna say about me at his little speach." At that moment Knives walked in the room.
"I have to have a speach?!"
"You didn't know?"
"Of course I didn't know! Oh shit!" Knives ran back into his bedroom. Wolfwood and Vash burst into laughter in the den.
"You know you really shouldn't laugh Vash. If his speach sucks then people are going to think you have a retard brother, or worse, Knives blame you for not telling him." Vash paled.
"Dammit."
Minutes seemed like hours as they waited at the church, finally people began to show up. The first guest appeared half an hour earlier than the rest. His name was, Staccato Blusummers. "Good morning Mr. Stampede. Well considering that it is not morning any more Good Afternoon but then again it is almost evening but not quite so I guess I can still consider it afternoon. I will see you in the evening when the wedding starts then."
"You know my brother is here right Staccato?" He looked at the woman who had just wandered up and latched her arm around Staccato's. "Well who is this?"
"This is Isabella, my girlfriend, and I don't mean that she is a girl and a friend I mean I am dating her, but not at this moment unless you consider this a date of course but then again it kind of is so I guess I am dating her right now. Anyways I completely ignored your first question and yes of course I know that your brother is here. This is Alexis's sister."
"So Alexis and Isabella don't mind that you are Legato's brother?"
"She understood that my brother was insane and extremely gullable to Knives, though I have no idea why only to him."
"So who is the older sister." Isabella finally spoke to answer the question herself.
"Actually we are twins. We aren't identical but we resemble a lot except my hair is brown and my eyes are almost black and for her it is opposite."
"Oh I understand. Well you two go have a seat."
"Where do we set the wedding gifts that we brought, well really I carried it but we both picked out but I paid so you could consider that-"
"You can set them on that table over there." He pointed to a table before Staccato went on with his more insane ramblings.(A/N the reason he talks like that is because Staccato is a musical term for short and obvious, Legato is a term for connected, together, and smooth. Well since Legato is opposite of his musical definition I decided to make his brother opposite of his.)
Other people came later. Frank Marlon, people that could afford to come from Inepril, Lina and her grandmother, BDN, Kaito (I'm pretty sure that's how you spell it.), The old people from the geoplant, Elizabeth, Marianne, Milly's 20-person close family, The people from recently crashed seeds ship, and many others.
Before he knew it Vash was standing at the alter next to Wolfwood as his preacher his groomsmen, Frank and Staccato, were behind him as well. He was all in order to be wed to the first woman he ever loved. He had no regrets, except that his mother, Rem, could not be there on this extremely special occasion.
The music began, he could barely picture the bridesmaids, Karen and Marianne, in the distance of the large cathedral.
All I am, all I'll be
Everything in this world
All that I'll ever need
Is in your eyes
Shining at me.
When you smile I can feel
My passion unfolding
The two women walked down the isle in their simple red strapless dresses. Yes they were beautiful, but more beauty was to come. So much beauty that Wolfwood gasped as he saw the maid of honor, Milly, walk towards them in a beautiful pink strapless gown.
She was wearing a simple satin gown that was made much like the bridesmaid dresses, but this one had beautiful embroidery of crosses and roses. She also had a lacy sash around her, and a small bouquet of pink tulips.
your hand brushes mine
And the thousand sensation
Seduce me cause I,
The women had almost met up with Vash and the boys before Vash could see that the doors to the front of the church had closed.
I do cherish you
For the rest of my life
You don't have to think twice,
I will love you still
From the depths of my soul.
It's beyond my control
I've waited so long to say this to you
If you're asking if I love you this much
Well, I do.
The women were on the opposite side of Vash and the boys and Milly was blushing as Wolfwood looked at her seductively. Vash kicked the preacher and whispered, "You're a preacher today remember?" causing Wolfwood to immediately straighten in alert response.
In my world before you
I lived outside my emotions
Didn't know where I was going
Til the day I found you
How you opened my life
To a new paradise.
Vash suddenly realized why Meryl had chosen this song instead of the traditional bridal march. This song described the two of them.
In a world torn by change
Still with all my heart
Til my dying day.
The door to the church opened, and a gorgeous Meryl stepped through the door to see her handsome blonde gunman, Knives holding her arm, escorting her down the arm. She had never seen him so handsome. His hair hanging loose instead of spiked, in a black tux, black undershirt, satin black tie. The only thing of color was the red handkerchief that was folded in his pocket.
Knives was dressed the same except his undershirt was white, as the groomsmen. The only thing separating him and the groomsmen was that he had a blue handkerchief and they had white ones.
Vash almost gasped at his bride. So gorgeous. Never before had he seen anything that made him feel so great.
She walked out to the church audience in a low cut back. The bodice a blue silken material with a silver flower embroidery. The bottom was a deep blue lace with an intricate floral design. Underneath was a layer of silver silk, accenting the deep blue lace perfectly.
Meryl's hair had grown to graze her shoulders, and was done in many complicated twists and curls. Several strands had escaped their woven prison to caress her radiant face. Bluebells and baby's breath had been woven into her hair, creating perfection among the ink black locks.
Her eyes were outlined in deep blue eyeliner, silver shimmering eye shadow gracing her delicately shaped eyes, and her lips were done simply in clear lip gloss. Her small feet sat off the beautiful picture with blue high heels.
Her beauty surpassed anything he had ever seen. He could stand there forever just gazing at her. He would always be content in her image.
And I do cherish you
For the rest of my life
You don't have to think twice,
I will love you still
From the depths of my soul.
It's beyond my control
I've waited so long to say this to you
If you're asking if I love you this much
Well, I do.
She was walking a bit slower than the bridesmaid so that people could adore her beauty.
If you're asking if I love you this much
Baby I do
I'll cherish you
This much I know it's true
From the depths of my soul
It's beyond my control
I've waited so long to say this to you
If you're asking do I love you this much
Baby I do.
The young bride stepped next to her groom, his jaw still hanging at her appearance. She grabbed his hand and he seemed to calm down a great bit.
The reason he calmed down is because he wasn't looking at any other beautiful woman that he wanted to date. No, this was about to be his wife. This was his girl. His Meryl.
Wolfwood finally spoke the famous words, "Dearly Beloved, we are gathered together here in the sign of God – and in the face of this company – to join together this man and this woman in holy matrimony, which is commended to be honorable among all men; and therefore – is not by any – to be entered into unadvisedly or lightly – but reverently, discreetly, advisedly and solemnly. Into this holy estate these two persons present now come to be joined. If any person can show just cause why they may not be joined together – let them speak now or forever hold their peace
"Marriage is the union of husband and wife in heart, body and mind. It is intended for their mutual joy – and for the help and comfort given on another in prosperity and adversity. But more importantly – it is a means through which a stable and loving environment may be attained.
"Through marriage, Vash and Meryl make a commitment together to face their disappointments – embrace their dreams – realize their hopes – and accept each other's failures. Vash and Meryl will promise one another to aspire to these ideals throughout their lives together – through mutual understanding – openness – and sensitivity to each other.
"We are here today – before God – because marriage is one of His most sacred wishes – to witness the joining in marriage of Vash the Stampede and Meryl Stryfe. This occasion marks the celebration of love and commitment with which this man and this woman begin their life together. And now – through me – He joins you together in one of the holiest bonds.
"Who gives this woman in marriage to this man?"
Knives spoke up, "Her family and friends gathered here today do."
Wolfwood began again. "This is a beginning and a continuation of their growth as individuals. With mutual care, respect, responsibility and knowledge comes the affirmation of each one's own life happiness, growth and freedom. With respect for individual boundaries comes the freedom to love unconditionally. Within the emotional safety of a loving relationship – the knowledge self-offered one another becomes the fertile soil for continued growth. With care and responsibility towards self and one another comes the potential for full and happy lives
"By gathering together all the wishes of happiness and our fondest hopes for Vash and Meryl from all present here, we assure them that our hearts are in tune with theirs. These moments are so meaningful to all of us, for "what greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel that they are joined together – to strengthen each other in all labor – to minister to each other in all sorrow – to share with each other in all gladness.
"This relationship stands for love, loyalty, honesty and trust, but most of all for friendship. Before they knew love, they were friends, and it was from this seed of friendship that is their destiny. Do not think that you can direct the course of love – for love, if it finds you worthy, shall direct you.
"Marriage is an act of faith and a personal commitment as well as a moral and physical union between two people. Marriage has been described as the best and most important relationship that can exist between them. It is the construction of their love and trust into a single growing energy of spiritual life. It is amoral commitment that requires and deserves daily attention. Marriage should be a life long consecration of the ideal of loving kindness – backed with the will to make it last.
"Do you Vash the Stampede take Meryl Stryfe to be your wife – to live together after God's ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon her your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto her as long as you both shall live?"
Vash though to himself 'I've already done that.' but spoke "I do."
"Do you Meryl Stryfe take Vash the Stampede to be your husband – to live together after God's ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon him your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto him as long as you both shall live?"
Meryl though, 'Of course.' but spoke "I do."
"What token of your love do you offer? Would you place the rings in my hand?" Two gold bands were placed in the hand of the tall priest. "May these rings be blessed as the symbol of this affectionate unity. These two lives are now joined in one unbroken circle. Wherever they go – may they always return to one another. May these two find in each other the love for which all men and women year. May they grow in understanding and in compassion. May the home which they establish together be such a place that many will find there a friend. May these rings on their fingers symbolize the touch of the spirit of love in their hearts." Wolfwood handed the smaller ring to Vash and turned to him to speak. "Vash, in placing this ring on Meryl's finger, repeat after me: Meryl, you are now consecrated to me as my wife from this day forward"
Vash did as told, "Meryl, you are now consecrated to me as my wife from this day forward." Tears began to appear in the humanoid typhoons eyes, and he saw the same in Meryl's.
"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love"
"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love" Small tears streamed down his cheeks.
"And as the symbol of our unity."
"And as the symbol of our unity." The tears began to fall from his cheeks to their hands.
"And with this ring, I thee wed."
Wolfwood took the larger ring that was still left in his hand and handed it to Meryl. "Meryl, in placing this ring on Vash's finger, repeat after me: Vash, you are now consecrate to me as my husband from this day forward"
"Vash, you are now consecrate to me as my husband from this day forward" Tears streamed more freely now, causing Vash to cry as well. It was oblivious to the couple that the preacher himself was hiding tears of joy for the couple.
"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love."
"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love." Meryl sniffed between every other word.
"And as the symbol of our unity."
"And as the symbol of our unity."
"And with this ring, I thee wed."
"And with this ring, I thee wed."
Wolfwood wiped the tears from his eyes before starting up again. "May you always share with each other the gifts of love – be one in heart and in mind – may you always create a home together that puts in your hearts – love – generosity and kindness
"In as much as Vash and Meryl have consented together in marriage before this company of friends and family and have pledged their faith – and declared their unity by giving and receiving a ring – are now joined.
"You have pronounced yourselves husband and wife but remember to always be each other's best friend.
"What – therefore – God has joined together – let no man put asunder.
"And so, by the power vested in me by the City of December and Almighty God, I now pronounce you man and wife – and may your days be good and long upon the earth.
"You may now kiss the bride."
Vash, tear soaked and glowing with pride, grabbed Meryl by the waist and pulled her near him with one arm, removing her veil with the other. With one swift moment, he sealed the marriage, with a most passionate kiss.
A/N: I was going to make the after party thingy here but it is long enough already so...yeah that will be next chappie. But now i must find a song for that chappie. If you have any ideas then you can just put it in your review but I do have a song in mind. Well i would like to know one more thing. WAS THIS SWEET ENOUGH TO MAKE YOU CRY?? I cried. My baby is growing up. Saving Gunsmoke and getting married.....WAAHH!!!
Thank you my dearest friend Zhen Ji. You helped me with my dress for Meryl. You were sitting next to me as I squalled in happiness. Actually you were crying with me. So for that I thank you.
Over the past two years this couple had experienced much. Before they were actually a couple they even had trouble. At one point it was even considered that Vash might die. He had been hurt so badly physically and emotionally after Legato was killed. Also at one point it was a factor that Meryl and Milly may not even come back. With their jobs calling them back and not knowing where Vash and Wolfwood were, they really had no reason to look for either of them.
Yes their relationship as friends and as a couple had been rough, Well, that is considering that there was a large argument a few days beforehand over what to eat at the wedding.
"Vash we are not replacing wedding cake with donuts."
"But Meryl! Everybody loves donuts!!"
"We are having cake. We are not going to even bring donuts at all. It is going to be a donut-free wedding."
"But-"
"NO!"
And the day before that the preacher had a request that was also denied. "Can we smoke in the church?"
"No. Actually you should try to quit before one of the women in this house becomes pregnant." Milly looked at her boyfriend seriously as Alexis blushed deeply and Meryl just crossed her arms.
"But it's not like anyone is pregnant now!"
"Nick,"
"Milly,"
"No."
"Damn."
But now all the arguing was over. Well, most of it. The people still argued a bit, but a lot of it was just the jitters because the wedding was so close.
Vash didn't have a bachelor party, after all, who wants to have a hangover during the wedding? Definately not Vash. He is pretty intolerant of alcohol, considering he always pukes up twice as much as he drank. Knowing all that Vash did not have a bacholors party, despite Wolfwoods insistent arguing with him over getting drunk with him at least.
And of course Meryl didn't have a bachelorette party either. Milly was objecting like Wolfwood did about not being able to drink as well. If Meryl did have a party though, she would be way paranoid about messing up anything in the house and by the time she was supposed to walk down the isle, she would probably pass out from exhaustion. Considering that she would be up all night making sure no one made a mess in the house.
It seemed as though the closer the wedding got, the more on edge everyone was. Strangely enough the only one that wasn't taking their nervousness out on others was Knives. Instead he became his antisocial self again. He just stayed in his room all day. He only came out every few hours because he couldn't use the bathroom in there.
They were kind of happy that there wasn't that much time left for them to be so nervous,the wedding is tomorrow. Well, since I, the author, am going to skip the next 24 hours, it is today.
Vash woke up to an empty bed, Meryl had gone to get ready fro the wedding and he couldn't come. The groom was not supposed to see his bride before the wedding. He got up to go get his breakfast. In the kitchen was Wolfwood reading his Bible and trying to remember what to say to wed them. He was reading and mumbling under his breath, he waved, but didn't look up, when Vash walked past.
"G'mornin preacher." Vash greeted sleepily.
"Yeah."
"Where's Knives?"
"Yeah."
"Nevermind."
"Yeah."
With that answer Vash went to see if Knives was awake yet. Yes. He was awake and just barely. Obviously he had just awaken. "What Vash? What do you want?"
"Just trying to see if my brother was awake yet, that's all."
"Yes Vash. Strangely enough, even though I am your brother, I don't sleep until three in the afternoon."
"Well I am going to go eat breakfast. Meryl left some donuts before she left."
"And naturally you must eat them at the speed of light."
"Of course." Vash grinned and left the room, trusting that his brother will be ready by the time the wedding came around. It was at six and it was about noon when Vash and Knives woke up.
At about four Vash was ready and sitting on the living room couch, palms sweating, knees shaking. "Got the jitters needle noggin?"
"Shut up Wolfwood." The smoke addicted friend laughed at his pals nervousness. "Shouldn't you be going over your lines?"
"I had done that for four hours. I think I have it pretty well memorized."
"I wonder what Knives is gonna say about me at his little speach." At that moment Knives walked in the room.
"I have to have a speach?!"
"You didn't know?"
"Of course I didn't know! Oh shit!" Knives ran back into his bedroom. Wolfwood and Vash burst into laughter in the den.
"You know you really shouldn't laugh Vash. If his speach sucks then people are going to think you have a retard brother, or worse, Knives blame you for not telling him." Vash paled.
"Dammit."
Minutes seemed like hours as they waited at the church, finally people began to show up. The first guest appeared half an hour earlier than the rest. His name was, Staccato Blusummers. "Good morning Mr. Stampede. Well considering that it is not morning any more Good Afternoon but then again it is almost evening but not quite so I guess I can still consider it afternoon. I will see you in the evening when the wedding starts then."
"You know my brother is here right Staccato?" He looked at the woman who had just wandered up and latched her arm around Staccato's. "Well who is this?"
"This is Isabella, my girlfriend, and I don't mean that she is a girl and a friend I mean I am dating her, but not at this moment unless you consider this a date of course but then again it kind of is so I guess I am dating her right now. Anyways I completely ignored your first question and yes of course I know that your brother is here. This is Alexis's sister."
"So Alexis and Isabella don't mind that you are Legato's brother?"
"She understood that my brother was insane and extremely gullable to Knives, though I have no idea why only to him."
"So who is the older sister." Isabella finally spoke to answer the question herself.
"Actually we are twins. We aren't identical but we resemble a lot except my hair is brown and my eyes are almost black and for her it is opposite."
"Oh I understand. Well you two go have a seat."
"Where do we set the wedding gifts that we brought, well really I carried it but we both picked out but I paid so you could consider that-"
"You can set them on that table over there." He pointed to a table before Staccato went on with his more insane ramblings.(A/N the reason he talks like that is because Staccato is a musical term for short and obvious, Legato is a term for connected, together, and smooth. Well since Legato is opposite of his musical definition I decided to make his brother opposite of his.)
Other people came later. Frank Marlon, people that could afford to come from Inepril, Lina and her grandmother, BDN, Kaito (I'm pretty sure that's how you spell it.), The old people from the geoplant, Elizabeth, Marianne, Milly's 20-person close family, The people from recently crashed seeds ship, and many others.
Before he knew it Vash was standing at the alter next to Wolfwood as his preacher his groomsmen, Frank and Staccato, were behind him as well. He was all in order to be wed to the first woman he ever loved. He had no regrets, except that his mother, Rem, could not be there on this extremely special occasion.
The music began, he could barely picture the bridesmaids, Karen and Marianne, in the distance of the large cathedral.
All I am, all I'll be
Everything in this world
All that I'll ever need
Is in your eyes
Shining at me.
When you smile I can feel
My passion unfolding
The two women walked down the isle in their simple red strapless dresses. Yes they were beautiful, but more beauty was to come. So much beauty that Wolfwood gasped as he saw the maid of honor, Milly, walk towards them in a beautiful pink strapless gown.
She was wearing a simple satin gown that was made much like the bridesmaid dresses, but this one had beautiful embroidery of crosses and roses. She also had a lacy sash around her, and a small bouquet of pink tulips.
your hand brushes mine
And the thousand sensation
Seduce me cause I,
The women had almost met up with Vash and the boys before Vash could see that the doors to the front of the church had closed.
I do cherish you
For the rest of my life
You don't have to think twice,
I will love you still
From the depths of my soul.
It's beyond my control
I've waited so long to say this to you
If you're asking if I love you this much
Well, I do.
The women were on the opposite side of Vash and the boys and Milly was blushing as Wolfwood looked at her seductively. Vash kicked the preacher and whispered, "You're a preacher today remember?" causing Wolfwood to immediately straighten in alert response.
In my world before you
I lived outside my emotions
Didn't know where I was going
Til the day I found you
How you opened my life
To a new paradise.
Vash suddenly realized why Meryl had chosen this song instead of the traditional bridal march. This song described the two of them.
In a world torn by change
Still with all my heart
Til my dying day.
The door to the church opened, and a gorgeous Meryl stepped through the door to see her handsome blonde gunman, Knives holding her arm, escorting her down the arm. She had never seen him so handsome. His hair hanging loose instead of spiked, in a black tux, black undershirt, satin black tie. The only thing of color was the red handkerchief that was folded in his pocket.
Knives was dressed the same except his undershirt was white, as the groomsmen. The only thing separating him and the groomsmen was that he had a blue handkerchief and they had white ones.
Vash almost gasped at his bride. So gorgeous. Never before had he seen anything that made him feel so great.
She walked out to the church audience in a low cut back. The bodice a blue silken material with a silver flower embroidery. The bottom was a deep blue lace with an intricate floral design. Underneath was a layer of silver silk, accenting the deep blue lace perfectly.
Meryl's hair had grown to graze her shoulders, and was done in many complicated twists and curls. Several strands had escaped their woven prison to caress her radiant face. Bluebells and baby's breath had been woven into her hair, creating perfection among the ink black locks.
Her eyes were outlined in deep blue eyeliner, silver shimmering eye shadow gracing her delicately shaped eyes, and her lips were done simply in clear lip gloss. Her small feet sat off the beautiful picture with blue high heels.
Her beauty surpassed anything he had ever seen. He could stand there forever just gazing at her. He would always be content in her image.
And I do cherish you
For the rest of my life
You don't have to think twice,
I will love you still
From the depths of my soul.
It's beyond my control
I've waited so long to say this to you
If you're asking if I love you this much
Well, I do.
She was walking a bit slower than the bridesmaid so that people could adore her beauty.
If you're asking if I love you this much
Baby I do
I'll cherish you
This much I know it's true
From the depths of my soul
It's beyond my control
I've waited so long to say this to you
If you're asking do I love you this much
Baby I do.
The young bride stepped next to her groom, his jaw still hanging at her appearance. She grabbed his hand and he seemed to calm down a great bit.
The reason he calmed down is because he wasn't looking at any other beautiful woman that he wanted to date. No, this was about to be his wife. This was his girl. His Meryl.
Wolfwood finally spoke the famous words, "Dearly Beloved, we are gathered together here in the sign of God – and in the face of this company – to join together this man and this woman in holy matrimony, which is commended to be honorable among all men; and therefore – is not by any – to be entered into unadvisedly or lightly – but reverently, discreetly, advisedly and solemnly. Into this holy estate these two persons present now come to be joined. If any person can show just cause why they may not be joined together – let them speak now or forever hold their peace
"Marriage is the union of husband and wife in heart, body and mind. It is intended for their mutual joy – and for the help and comfort given on another in prosperity and adversity. But more importantly – it is a means through which a stable and loving environment may be attained.
"Through marriage, Vash and Meryl make a commitment together to face their disappointments – embrace their dreams – realize their hopes – and accept each other's failures. Vash and Meryl will promise one another to aspire to these ideals throughout their lives together – through mutual understanding – openness – and sensitivity to each other.
"We are here today – before God – because marriage is one of His most sacred wishes – to witness the joining in marriage of Vash the Stampede and Meryl Stryfe. This occasion marks the celebration of love and commitment with which this man and this woman begin their life together. And now – through me – He joins you together in one of the holiest bonds.
"Who gives this woman in marriage to this man?"
Knives spoke up, "Her family and friends gathered here today do."
Wolfwood began again. "This is a beginning and a continuation of their growth as individuals. With mutual care, respect, responsibility and knowledge comes the affirmation of each one's own life happiness, growth and freedom. With respect for individual boundaries comes the freedom to love unconditionally. Within the emotional safety of a loving relationship – the knowledge self-offered one another becomes the fertile soil for continued growth. With care and responsibility towards self and one another comes the potential for full and happy lives
"By gathering together all the wishes of happiness and our fondest hopes for Vash and Meryl from all present here, we assure them that our hearts are in tune with theirs. These moments are so meaningful to all of us, for "what greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel that they are joined together – to strengthen each other in all labor – to minister to each other in all sorrow – to share with each other in all gladness.
"This relationship stands for love, loyalty, honesty and trust, but most of all for friendship. Before they knew love, they were friends, and it was from this seed of friendship that is their destiny. Do not think that you can direct the course of love – for love, if it finds you worthy, shall direct you.
"Marriage is an act of faith and a personal commitment as well as a moral and physical union between two people. Marriage has been described as the best and most important relationship that can exist between them. It is the construction of their love and trust into a single growing energy of spiritual life. It is amoral commitment that requires and deserves daily attention. Marriage should be a life long consecration of the ideal of loving kindness – backed with the will to make it last.
"Do you Vash the Stampede take Meryl Stryfe to be your wife – to live together after God's ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon her your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto her as long as you both shall live?"
Vash though to himself 'I've already done that.' but spoke "I do."
"Do you Meryl Stryfe take Vash the Stampede to be your husband – to live together after God's ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon him your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto him as long as you both shall live?"
Meryl though, 'Of course.' but spoke "I do."
"What token of your love do you offer? Would you place the rings in my hand?" Two gold bands were placed in the hand of the tall priest. "May these rings be blessed as the symbol of this affectionate unity. These two lives are now joined in one unbroken circle. Wherever they go – may they always return to one another. May these two find in each other the love for which all men and women year. May they grow in understanding and in compassion. May the home which they establish together be such a place that many will find there a friend. May these rings on their fingers symbolize the touch of the spirit of love in their hearts." Wolfwood handed the smaller ring to Vash and turned to him to speak. "Vash, in placing this ring on Meryl's finger, repeat after me: Meryl, you are now consecrated to me as my wife from this day forward"
Vash did as told, "Meryl, you are now consecrated to me as my wife from this day forward." Tears began to appear in the humanoid typhoons eyes, and he saw the same in Meryl's.
"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love"
"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love" Small tears streamed down his cheeks.
"And as the symbol of our unity."
"And as the symbol of our unity." The tears began to fall from his cheeks to their hands.
"And with this ring, I thee wed."
Wolfwood took the larger ring that was still left in his hand and handed it to Meryl. "Meryl, in placing this ring on Vash's finger, repeat after me: Vash, you are now consecrate to me as my husband from this day forward"
"Vash, you are now consecrate to me as my husband from this day forward" Tears streamed more freely now, causing Vash to cry as well. It was oblivious to the couple that the preacher himself was hiding tears of joy for the couple.
"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love."
"And I give you this ring as the pledge of my love." Meryl sniffed between every other word.
"And as the symbol of our unity."
"And as the symbol of our unity."
"And with this ring, I thee wed."
"And with this ring, I thee wed."
Wolfwood wiped the tears from his eyes before starting up again. "May you always share with each other the gifts of love – be one in heart and in mind – may you always create a home together that puts in your hearts – love – generosity and kindness
"In as much as Vash and Meryl have consented together in marriage before this company of friends and family and have pledged their faith – and declared their unity by giving and receiving a ring – are now joined.
"You have pronounced yourselves husband and wife but remember to always be each other's best friend.
"What – therefore – God has joined together – let no man put asunder.
"And so, by the power vested in me by the City of December and Almighty God, I now pronounce you man and wife – and may your days be good and long upon the earth.
"You may now kiss the bride."
Vash, tear soaked and glowing with pride, grabbed Meryl by the waist and pulled her near him with one arm, removing her veil with the other. With one swift moment, he sealed the marriage, with a most passionate kiss.
A/N: I was going to make the after party thingy here but it is long enough already so...yeah that will be next chappie. But now i must find a song for that chappie. If you have any ideas then you can just put it in your review but I do have a song in mind. Well i would like to know one more thing. WAS THIS SWEET ENOUGH TO MAKE YOU CRY?? I cried. My baby is growing up. Saving Gunsmoke and getting married.....WAAHH!!!
Thank you my dearest friend Zhen Ji. You helped me with my dress for Meryl. You were sitting next to me as I squalled in happiness. Actually you were crying with me. So for that I thank you.