Chapter 12: The Day....
The Hogwarts grounds were decorated beautifully. Surrounding the wedding area were red & white rose bushes. On one side was an arched gate of roses. Beautifully carved bushes were on either side surrounding the pathway. Exactly opposite to the gate was a high white marble step under arched roses. On either side of the step was a table one holding a sheet of parchment, whilst the other held a weak thread & rope.
Remus stood near the marble step, ready to faint. Harry stood next to him, ready to catch him if he did faint. It was nearly time & everyone had taken their positions. The guests were seated with the women in tears. The minister now stood upon the marble step. In front of Remus & by the one table stood the witnesses, Albus Dumbledore, with his usual twinkling eyes, & Minerva McGonagall, with tears in her eyes....something very unlike her.
The music started & in came Ginny standing opposite to Harry, smiling brightly. By now, Remus was ready to fall down unconscious. Before he even had a chance to ask Ginny anything, rose petals fell out of nowhere & lined the pathway exactly as Tonks entered with Arthur.
Tonks was wearing a floor-length sleeveless gown with a lace overcoat. The bottom part of the gown was shining & Remus noticed it was lined with crystals. The end of the sleeves, the collar, & the bottom-most part of the overcoat was lined with red stones. She had her hair up with a few tendrils kissing her face. She had appeared in her natural form, her heart-shaped face, dark brown hair, & chocolate-brown eyes; the features Remus loved the most. Remus summed her up as an angel descended from Heaven.
Tonks made her way through the rose lined pathway & was standing by Remus in no time. Remus took her hand from Arthur, turned towards the minister & walked to the marble step.
"Wizards & Witches," the minister started, "We are gathered here today to join this wizard, Remus Julius Lupin," Remus was suddenly engulfed in blue flames, "and this witch, Nymphadora Jacqueline Tonks," Tonks was also engulfed in blue flames, "in matrimony. Anyone against their joining please speak up now, or forever hold their peace." The minister finished.
Remus & Tonks looked at the audience.
About a minute later, the minister summoned the parchment from the table & floated it in front of the bride & groom.
"Remus Julius Lupin, if you agree to take Nymphadora Jacqueline Tonks to be you wife, please sign the parchment." the minister said.
Remus signed the parchment without hesitation.
"Nymphadora Jacqueline Tonks, if you agree to take Remus Julius Lupin to be your husband, please sign the parchment."
Tonks did as told.
The minister then levitated the parchment towards Albus & Minerva & said, "The witnesses please."
Albus & Minerva also signed the parchment. The minister then rolled up the parchment & tied it with the thread placing it in front of him on the step. He then took the wedding rings & placed them on each of their hands. The two placed the rings on the others fingers. At that moment, the blue flames surrounding them became one. The minister then tied their hands with the rope; Remus's left to Tonks right. The bride & groom then knelt, placing their tied hands in front of the parchment.
"You now kneel before the forces of nature & magic," the minister said, "with a promise to love, hold & cherish the other. Realise that shall you intentions are not pure, or your love not true, the marriage will not be concluded."
Both Remus & Tonks gulped as the flames around them turned green.
The minister continued, "Do you both concur never to impair each other intentionally & swear faithfulness to the other?"
"I do." Remus & Tonks said together.
The flames around them turned reddish brown, as did the rope & parchment.
"Do you both concur to protect each other, share the others joy & sorrow, & assist & exonerate the other?" The minister said.
"I do." The bride & groom said concurrently.
The flames surrounding them, the rope & parchment, all turned silver.
"Do you both concur to love each other for eternity, & cherish the other for the remainder of your lives?" The minister said again.
"I do" Remus & Tonks concurred.
The flames, rope, & parchment turned golden.
"Rise." The minister said to the bride & groom.
Remus & Tonks rose.
The minister continued, "By the power bestowed in me by the Ministry of Magic, I now pronounce you husband & wife. You may kiss the bride."
Remus leaned over & kissed Tonks passionately on the lips. The flames around them glowed brightly before disappearing. The parchment also glowed & disappeared just as the rope tying their hands came off & the crowd cheered.
"I love you Mrs Lupin" Remus said.
"I love you too Mr Lupin" Tonks replied.
They smiled & moved towards the reception hall for the reception.
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On entering the reception hall, they were swiftly surrounded by fairies as they moved towards their table. The guests filed in & took their respective places. It was a small wedding, only family & friends, yet the hall appeared full.
The room had small circular table that could accommodate five, & two high chairs were placed at the front of the room for the newlyweds, with fairies fluttering around them. As the newlyweds reached the table, the fairies surrounding them joined the ones fluttering over the chairs. Two tables were placed next to the newly weds chairs----one for the best man & the maid of honour, & the other for the witnesses.
As the guest settled, Harry performed the sonorous spell & spoke, "May I have your attention please. Thank you. We are here today after witnessing the wedding of two of the most important people in my life. Remus Lupin, who has been my father's best friend & a substitute father & godfather for me, who has shown me the true meaning of family, & Nymphadora Tonks, a very good friend & guide. However, their story is quite complicated. Even after loving each other for their whole live they were still anxious to get married, or Remus at least, until last week actually, when my former Defence against the Dark Arts teacher finally got the guts to ask Tonks to marry him. Anyway, we are all happy, & thankful of course, that they are finally married. I present a toast to Mr & Mrs Lupin, may your lives be full of joy, happiness, & kids of course." Harry finished & winked.
By now, Tonks was camouflaging with the Weasley hair. Remus was in a far better condition than Tonks although he was blushing furiously too.
As Harry sat, Ginny called for attention, "Well, Harry said everything, & now here I am thinking of what to say. Nevertheless, Tonks, Remus, we are very happy for you. Both of them have gone through so much in their live & unquestionably deserve each other. Remus, Tonks, you were a match made in Heaven. I conclude by presenting a toast & of course, may your lives be blissful & cheerful & filled with kids too."
Everyone cheered for the new couple & offered them their wishes.
"Umm....Tonks," Harry asked after the guests had settled down. "Now that you're married, what should I call you?"
"How about Nymphie?" Remus suggested with a smirk.
"No!" Tonks replied immediately. "I think Tonks is fine....besides there aren't many Tonks around so it will also prevent misunderstandings." She finished.
"There aren't many Nymphie's either & it's a beautiful name," Harry said "But Tonks it is." He added when he saw the glare directed at him by Tonks.
Just then something, rather someone caught Remus's eye.
"Come on; let's meet the guest I personally invited." He said to Tonks & took her by her hand leading her to the door.
"Who?" She asked.
"You'll see, come on." He replied.
As Tonks got closer to the door, she noticed a familiar figure in red robes. She stiffened as she saw the owner of the robes. Standing at the door was none other than Amy Herek.
"Hello Amy." Remus said sweetly.
"Hello Remus," Herek said flirting with Remus. "Hello Miss Tonks. I see you are married." Herek looked as she just found the hand of Midas. "But Remus darling, why are we at her wedding, I thought we had a date. Oh sorry, I forgot to ask, who's the poor bloke?"
Herek words made Tonks blood boil----Remus, Herek, Date? Poor Bloke! However, before she could answer Remus held her back.
"Amy, I would like you to meet my "EX"-girlfriend...." Remus was saying before he was interrupted.
"I know Remus," Herek said flirting with Remus, "Poor man who's her husband. Tell me is he a shape shifter too, a half breed like you?" Herek finished laughing.
"Miss Herek!" Remus said ready to burst. "Do tolerate your language; I will not tolerate any insults against my wife."
"Oh Rem....w-w-what....y-your w-w-wi-wife?" Herek asked horrifed.
"Yes Miss Herek. I would like you to meet Mrs. Nymphadora Lupin my wife." Remus said with pride, his arm around Tonks.
"Whe...th---th---this is your wedding." Herek asked undeniably horrified.
"Yes," Tonks spoke for the first time, "Would you like to join?" She finished coldly.
"I-I-I actually....I have....a d-date....yes a date tonight. I'll see you later....oh....congratulations." Herek said before scurrying out of the hall.
"That was amusing," Remus said smiling.
Tonks however thought differently.
"A Date?" she asked.
"Pardon?" Remus said looking at her.
"She said you asked her on a date." She said looking up to him positively furious, yet dangerously calm.
"No, Dora, she lied," Remus said extremely scared, "I just told her to me here today, because there was something I had to tell her."
"You INVITED HER to the wedding." Tonks said her ire rising by the minute.
"Yeah....umm....why?" He asked cautiously. The last thing he wanted to do was anger her on their wedding.
"You INVITED HER to the wedding, AFTER ALL SHE HAS DONE?!!" Tonks said dangerously calm.
"Dora, sweetheart, calm down. I just wanted to take revenge. I didn't mean to upset you. I am sorry."
"UPSET! UPSET!! YOU INVITING HER WAS ENOUGH TO UPSET ME!! YOU...YOU..."
"I sorry Dora. I didn't mean....I am so sorry. Please don't be angry today. Please." Remus said pleadingly.
Tonks stayed silent for a long time, then looked Remus in the eye.
"Its ok. I-I still feel she might take you away from me." She said.
"No one can take you away from me. No one. I love you." Remus said hugging Tonks.
As if on cue the music started, & the bride & groom headed towards the dance floor, to dance their first dance as Husband & Wife.
Remus pulled Tonks close as the music started, & within moments, the world around them dissolved & they were aware of nothing except each other.
I'll be your dream,
I'll be your wish I'll be your fantasy.
I'll be your hope,
I'll be your love be everything that you need.
Remus tightened his arms around Tonks's waist & kissed her forehead, "I promise I'll be..." He said.
Tonks in turn tightened her arms around his neck.
I love you more with every breath truly madly deeply do...
"I love you." She said leaning her head on his chest.
"I love you too."
I will be strong I will be faithful
'cause I'm counting on
A new beginning.
A reason for living.
A deeper meaning.
Remus breathed in her scent as she snuggled in further.
I want to stand with you on a mountain.
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever.
Until the sky falls down on me...
They swayed with the music, lost in their own world.
And when the stars are shining brightly in the velvet sky,
I'll make a wish send it to heaven then make you want to cry...
The tears of joy for all the pleasure in the certainty.
That we're surrounded by the comfort and protection of...
The highest powers. In lonely hours. The tears devour you...
Remus put his chin on her head, as they continued dancing savouring the other.
I want to stand with you on a mountain,
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever,
Until the sky falls down on me...
Oh can't you see it baby?
You don't have to close your eyes
'cause it's standing right here before you.
All that you need will surely come...
I'll be your dream
I'll be your wish I'll be your fantasy.
I'll be your hope
I'll be your love be everything that you need.
I'll love you more with every breath truly madly deeply do...
The couple closed their eyes savouring the moment, wishing the time would stop.
I want to stand with you on a mountain,
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever,
Until the sky falls down on me...
I want to stand with you on a mountain,
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever,
Until the sky falls down on me...
They danced away the night in each others arms unaware of the world around them. When the time came to depart to their honeymoon spot, they said their goodbyes leaving the hall back & starting their lives as Mr & Mrs Lupin....
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A/N: There you go the wedding.
Please review.
The song belongs the Savage Garden. Title is Truly, Madly, Deeply.
Don't forget to review.
Take care, bye.
The Hogwarts grounds were decorated beautifully. Surrounding the wedding area were red & white rose bushes. On one side was an arched gate of roses. Beautifully carved bushes were on either side surrounding the pathway. Exactly opposite to the gate was a high white marble step under arched roses. On either side of the step was a table one holding a sheet of parchment, whilst the other held a weak thread & rope.
Remus stood near the marble step, ready to faint. Harry stood next to him, ready to catch him if he did faint. It was nearly time & everyone had taken their positions. The guests were seated with the women in tears. The minister now stood upon the marble step. In front of Remus & by the one table stood the witnesses, Albus Dumbledore, with his usual twinkling eyes, & Minerva McGonagall, with tears in her eyes....something very unlike her.
The music started & in came Ginny standing opposite to Harry, smiling brightly. By now, Remus was ready to fall down unconscious. Before he even had a chance to ask Ginny anything, rose petals fell out of nowhere & lined the pathway exactly as Tonks entered with Arthur.
Tonks was wearing a floor-length sleeveless gown with a lace overcoat. The bottom part of the gown was shining & Remus noticed it was lined with crystals. The end of the sleeves, the collar, & the bottom-most part of the overcoat was lined with red stones. She had her hair up with a few tendrils kissing her face. She had appeared in her natural form, her heart-shaped face, dark brown hair, & chocolate-brown eyes; the features Remus loved the most. Remus summed her up as an angel descended from Heaven.
Tonks made her way through the rose lined pathway & was standing by Remus in no time. Remus took her hand from Arthur, turned towards the minister & walked to the marble step.
"Wizards & Witches," the minister started, "We are gathered here today to join this wizard, Remus Julius Lupin," Remus was suddenly engulfed in blue flames, "and this witch, Nymphadora Jacqueline Tonks," Tonks was also engulfed in blue flames, "in matrimony. Anyone against their joining please speak up now, or forever hold their peace." The minister finished.
Remus & Tonks looked at the audience.
About a minute later, the minister summoned the parchment from the table & floated it in front of the bride & groom.
"Remus Julius Lupin, if you agree to take Nymphadora Jacqueline Tonks to be you wife, please sign the parchment." the minister said.
Remus signed the parchment without hesitation.
"Nymphadora Jacqueline Tonks, if you agree to take Remus Julius Lupin to be your husband, please sign the parchment."
Tonks did as told.
The minister then levitated the parchment towards Albus & Minerva & said, "The witnesses please."
Albus & Minerva also signed the parchment. The minister then rolled up the parchment & tied it with the thread placing it in front of him on the step. He then took the wedding rings & placed them on each of their hands. The two placed the rings on the others fingers. At that moment, the blue flames surrounding them became one. The minister then tied their hands with the rope; Remus's left to Tonks right. The bride & groom then knelt, placing their tied hands in front of the parchment.
"You now kneel before the forces of nature & magic," the minister said, "with a promise to love, hold & cherish the other. Realise that shall you intentions are not pure, or your love not true, the marriage will not be concluded."
Both Remus & Tonks gulped as the flames around them turned green.
The minister continued, "Do you both concur never to impair each other intentionally & swear faithfulness to the other?"
"I do." Remus & Tonks said together.
The flames around them turned reddish brown, as did the rope & parchment.
"Do you both concur to protect each other, share the others joy & sorrow, & assist & exonerate the other?" The minister said.
"I do." The bride & groom said concurrently.
The flames surrounding them, the rope & parchment, all turned silver.
"Do you both concur to love each other for eternity, & cherish the other for the remainder of your lives?" The minister said again.
"I do" Remus & Tonks concurred.
The flames, rope, & parchment turned golden.
"Rise." The minister said to the bride & groom.
Remus & Tonks rose.
The minister continued, "By the power bestowed in me by the Ministry of Magic, I now pronounce you husband & wife. You may kiss the bride."
Remus leaned over & kissed Tonks passionately on the lips. The flames around them glowed brightly before disappearing. The parchment also glowed & disappeared just as the rope tying their hands came off & the crowd cheered.
"I love you Mrs Lupin" Remus said.
"I love you too Mr Lupin" Tonks replied.
They smiled & moved towards the reception hall for the reception.
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On entering the reception hall, they were swiftly surrounded by fairies as they moved towards their table. The guests filed in & took their respective places. It was a small wedding, only family & friends, yet the hall appeared full.
The room had small circular table that could accommodate five, & two high chairs were placed at the front of the room for the newlyweds, with fairies fluttering around them. As the newlyweds reached the table, the fairies surrounding them joined the ones fluttering over the chairs. Two tables were placed next to the newly weds chairs----one for the best man & the maid of honour, & the other for the witnesses.
As the guest settled, Harry performed the sonorous spell & spoke, "May I have your attention please. Thank you. We are here today after witnessing the wedding of two of the most important people in my life. Remus Lupin, who has been my father's best friend & a substitute father & godfather for me, who has shown me the true meaning of family, & Nymphadora Tonks, a very good friend & guide. However, their story is quite complicated. Even after loving each other for their whole live they were still anxious to get married, or Remus at least, until last week actually, when my former Defence against the Dark Arts teacher finally got the guts to ask Tonks to marry him. Anyway, we are all happy, & thankful of course, that they are finally married. I present a toast to Mr & Mrs Lupin, may your lives be full of joy, happiness, & kids of course." Harry finished & winked.
By now, Tonks was camouflaging with the Weasley hair. Remus was in a far better condition than Tonks although he was blushing furiously too.
As Harry sat, Ginny called for attention, "Well, Harry said everything, & now here I am thinking of what to say. Nevertheless, Tonks, Remus, we are very happy for you. Both of them have gone through so much in their live & unquestionably deserve each other. Remus, Tonks, you were a match made in Heaven. I conclude by presenting a toast & of course, may your lives be blissful & cheerful & filled with kids too."
Everyone cheered for the new couple & offered them their wishes.
"Umm....Tonks," Harry asked after the guests had settled down. "Now that you're married, what should I call you?"
"How about Nymphie?" Remus suggested with a smirk.
"No!" Tonks replied immediately. "I think Tonks is fine....besides there aren't many Tonks around so it will also prevent misunderstandings." She finished.
"There aren't many Nymphie's either & it's a beautiful name," Harry said "But Tonks it is." He added when he saw the glare directed at him by Tonks.
Just then something, rather someone caught Remus's eye.
"Come on; let's meet the guest I personally invited." He said to Tonks & took her by her hand leading her to the door.
"Who?" She asked.
"You'll see, come on." He replied.
As Tonks got closer to the door, she noticed a familiar figure in red robes. She stiffened as she saw the owner of the robes. Standing at the door was none other than Amy Herek.
"Hello Amy." Remus said sweetly.
"Hello Remus," Herek said flirting with Remus. "Hello Miss Tonks. I see you are married." Herek looked as she just found the hand of Midas. "But Remus darling, why are we at her wedding, I thought we had a date. Oh sorry, I forgot to ask, who's the poor bloke?"
Herek words made Tonks blood boil----Remus, Herek, Date? Poor Bloke! However, before she could answer Remus held her back.
"Amy, I would like you to meet my "EX"-girlfriend...." Remus was saying before he was interrupted.
"I know Remus," Herek said flirting with Remus, "Poor man who's her husband. Tell me is he a shape shifter too, a half breed like you?" Herek finished laughing.
"Miss Herek!" Remus said ready to burst. "Do tolerate your language; I will not tolerate any insults against my wife."
"Oh Rem....w-w-what....y-your w-w-wi-wife?" Herek asked horrifed.
"Yes Miss Herek. I would like you to meet Mrs. Nymphadora Lupin my wife." Remus said with pride, his arm around Tonks.
"Whe...th---th---this is your wedding." Herek asked undeniably horrified.
"Yes," Tonks spoke for the first time, "Would you like to join?" She finished coldly.
"I-I-I actually....I have....a d-date....yes a date tonight. I'll see you later....oh....congratulations." Herek said before scurrying out of the hall.
"That was amusing," Remus said smiling.
Tonks however thought differently.
"A Date?" she asked.
"Pardon?" Remus said looking at her.
"She said you asked her on a date." She said looking up to him positively furious, yet dangerously calm.
"No, Dora, she lied," Remus said extremely scared, "I just told her to me here today, because there was something I had to tell her."
"You INVITED HER to the wedding." Tonks said her ire rising by the minute.
"Yeah....umm....why?" He asked cautiously. The last thing he wanted to do was anger her on their wedding.
"You INVITED HER to the wedding, AFTER ALL SHE HAS DONE?!!" Tonks said dangerously calm.
"Dora, sweetheart, calm down. I just wanted to take revenge. I didn't mean to upset you. I am sorry."
"UPSET! UPSET!! YOU INVITING HER WAS ENOUGH TO UPSET ME!! YOU...YOU..."
"I sorry Dora. I didn't mean....I am so sorry. Please don't be angry today. Please." Remus said pleadingly.
Tonks stayed silent for a long time, then looked Remus in the eye.
"Its ok. I-I still feel she might take you away from me." She said.
"No one can take you away from me. No one. I love you." Remus said hugging Tonks.
As if on cue the music started, & the bride & groom headed towards the dance floor, to dance their first dance as Husband & Wife.
Remus pulled Tonks close as the music started, & within moments, the world around them dissolved & they were aware of nothing except each other.
I'll be your dream,
I'll be your wish I'll be your fantasy.
I'll be your hope,
I'll be your love be everything that you need.
Remus tightened his arms around Tonks's waist & kissed her forehead, "I promise I'll be..." He said.
Tonks in turn tightened her arms around his neck.
I love you more with every breath truly madly deeply do...
"I love you." She said leaning her head on his chest.
"I love you too."
I will be strong I will be faithful
'cause I'm counting on
A new beginning.
A reason for living.
A deeper meaning.
Remus breathed in her scent as she snuggled in further.
I want to stand with you on a mountain.
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever.
Until the sky falls down on me...
They swayed with the music, lost in their own world.
And when the stars are shining brightly in the velvet sky,
I'll make a wish send it to heaven then make you want to cry...
The tears of joy for all the pleasure in the certainty.
That we're surrounded by the comfort and protection of...
The highest powers. In lonely hours. The tears devour you...
Remus put his chin on her head, as they continued dancing savouring the other.
I want to stand with you on a mountain,
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever,
Until the sky falls down on me...
Oh can't you see it baby?
You don't have to close your eyes
'cause it's standing right here before you.
All that you need will surely come...
I'll be your dream
I'll be your wish I'll be your fantasy.
I'll be your hope
I'll be your love be everything that you need.
I'll love you more with every breath truly madly deeply do...
The couple closed their eyes savouring the moment, wishing the time would stop.
I want to stand with you on a mountain,
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever,
Until the sky falls down on me...
I want to stand with you on a mountain,
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever,
Until the sky falls down on me...
They danced away the night in each others arms unaware of the world around them. When the time came to depart to their honeymoon spot, they said their goodbyes leaving the hall back & starting their lives as Mr & Mrs Lupin....
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A/N: There you go the wedding.
Please review.
The song belongs the Savage Garden. Title is Truly, Madly, Deeply.
Don't forget to review.
Take care, bye.