Chapter 11 Marriage
The day had arrived! Starfire's and Robin's wedding would take place at sunset today. There was so much to do. It took all morning to set up. They had to roll out the red carpet, set up the pews, and arrange the flowers. Then the Cyborg set up the arch and got the music ready. Beast Boy got the reception set up, Jinx cooked the food, which was a mix between Earth and Tameranian, and Raven took care of all the small details. Robin and Starfire spent the morning preening themselves. Terra had arrived early with her boyfriend Aqualad to help with the preparations and go over the wedding ceremony one more time. She had to use her powers to extend the roof because they ran out of room.
"This is going to be so much fun. Thanks again guys for making me a bridesmaid." Terra said happily. She twirled around showing off her brand new dress. A white gown with gold trimmings. Her hair had been permed and she wore light make up.
"Yeah, I believe I'll make an excellent groomsmen." Aqua lad said coyly. He was dressed in a dark navy tux.
"No problem you two. I'm glad you guys arrived early to help. I still can't believe an Earth girl and a Water boy hooked up." Robin said in amazement. He was dressed in the tux from "Date with Destiny."
"Terra would you hurry up. We have to go help Starfire finish getting ready." Jinx said urgently. She had gotten a complete make over. She had cut her hair short so that it framed her face and gotten rid of the bad make up so now she only wore light blush and a touch of lipstick. She wore a white gown with purple trimmings. She was going to be the flower girl.
"Do you really have to leave me alone?" the Best man Cyborg asked playfully. He had used his holographic generator to project a white tux.
"Yeah the guest will be arriving soon and we'll need help seating them." BB said anxiously. He was the ring bearer and kept jumping around. He hated the stupid tux and it was scratchy.
"I'm sure you boys will find someone to seat them. As the Maid of Honor I have to prepare the bride." Raven said. She wore a lovely white gown with blue trimmings.
"Go prepare Starfire. I'm sure will find some ushers. Go hurry up and remember I want my bride to look beautiful." Robin told them as they rushed away.
"So dude who's going to seat the guest?" Beast Boy wondered out loud.
"Maybe we can help. The Titans East have arrived to help you out." Speedy said appearing with Bumblebee and the twins.
"You guys made it! I'm glad. I didn't think you make it." Robin said shaking Speedy's hand.
"You kidding me? Would ma miss the biggest event of the season? I don't think so. So where are your guest anyways shouldn't they have arrived?" Bumblebee asked
"Most of them are from other dimensions. We met months ago during a wild adventure. (See my FXmen story for details.) Star the Spirit of Justice is bringing them or a least she promised to." Robin muttered.
"Would I ever disappoint you Robin? I did agree to perform the ceremony." Star said appearing in a flash of light. She landed on the roof in her human form.
"Dudedette do you always have to appear like that?" BB asked startled.
"Its my way Garfield. Shall I bring the guest? After all the League and the Tameranian party will be arriving here shortly.' Star stated. Robin nodded his head.
Star closed her eyes and focused her power. She began to glow white all over and rainbow sparks shot out from around her. The wind whistled blowing around her and the sky darkened. Opening her eyes the glowed pure white. They shot out a beam that formed a huge purple portal. Stepping out of the portal came the X-men all dressed in their Sadie Hawkins clothes.
"Welcome to Jump City. I hope the trip wasn't too bad and enjoy your stay. I'm really glad that you guys could attend my wedding." Robin said as he shook Xavier hands.
"It was nice to be invited to the festivities. Congratulations are in order I believe. I hope your marriage last for a long time." Xavier said. Speedy appeared next to the group and escorted them to their seats.
The next to appear out of the portal was the Sailor Scouts each wearing their princess dresses. Each was lead by their prince. "Hey its great to see you all again." Cy said
"Pleasure to see you again Cyborg." Darien said. On his shoulders rode the royal cat guardians. Shaking the wedding parties hand Bumblebee popped up and directed them to their seats.
The last people to step from the portal were the J-team. As the portal closed behind them they could here Jade complaining about wearing a dress. "Jade stop complaining. You look lovely." Jackie told her. One of the twins sent them to their seats.
The Justice League materialized on the roof. They handed their gifts along with everyone else to Beast Boy who took them inside where the reception would take place. The other twin was the one to seat them.
Everyone was talking and laughing. Suddenly everything came to a halt. Everyone turned to face the roof entrance door where Slade and Julian had arrived. They looked nervosas. Robin walked over and personally escorted them to their seats.
Out of the sky the Tameranian party appeared. Starfire had invited ten close people including Emperor Galfore. The Tameranian Empore walked over to the Spirit of Justice and bowed in respect. "Star, it is nice to see you again. I hope that this wedding will be a success unlike the last one."
"I'm sure it will be Emperor Galfore. I am honored to see you again as well. Pray tell did you bring the items I asked for?" Star asked
Galfore showed Star something in a glittering chest. Star smiled at what she saw then went up to the alter to prepare herself. Galfore approached Robin.
"You! I have heard nothing but good things about you from Empress Starfire. But heed my warning. If any harm comes to her I will personally tear you limb form limb." Galfore threatened the young boy.
Robin met gaze. In a solom voice he said. "Emperor Galfore I give you my word that I will never let any harm come to Starfire. I love her as much as you do. I know that you must be unsettled that a human will rule your planet one day but I would be honored to lead such a noble planet." He bowed in submission.
Galfore looked him over once. Then he began to tickle him like he did with Starfire. Robin relaxed greatly. "I better go get the bride."
In Starfire's room the girls were putting the finishing touches on Starfire. Now all that remained was the ancient Earth traditions of four things.
"My wedding dress was my Mother's. So its something old." Starfire said gazing at her reflection. The dress was like her old one except it had three emeralds on the color instead of the usual one.
"Now for something new. I got you these." Raven said handing her a pair of small gold earrings.
"Here's something borrowed. You can have my butterfly clip for your hair." Terra said placing it gently in Starfire's hair.
"The last thing you need is something blue." Jinx said handing her a bouquet of flowers that had some blue in it. Stepping back the girls clapped their hands in success. Starfire looked absolutely beautiful.
Galfore entered the room as the girls hurried away to take their positions. The wedding would begin in fifteen minuets. "You look more beautiful then ever."
"Galfore I'm glad you're here. This is the happiest day of my life. Everything is perfect nothing can go wrong. But I'm nervous. What if something goes wrong or I have chosen wrong. I mean this past year has been so difficult and I want to know I'm doing the right thing." Starfire said anxiously.
"Nothing will go wrong my child. Your are the Grand Ruler to be of Tameran. You have listened to your heart and it never lies to you. You have chosen a fine husband. Today is your day. Come we mustn't be late for your own wedding." Galfore said to her urgently.
Everyone was in position. Robin was at the alter with Cyborg who stood on his right. Raven stood across from him and Star was behind the alter. The guest waited patiently for the wedding to start. The sun was just beginning to set.
The Wedding March began to play. The guest turned their heads as the procession began. First came Terra smiling brightly. Her golden locks reflected the rays of the sun. Aqualad held her arm and marched proudly down the aisle before taking their positions.
Next came Beast Boy and Jinx. Jinx happily skipped down the row scattering rose petals and throwing some hexes into the air like fireworks. Beast Boy kept his eyes glued front and marched slowly without tripping over anything. They reached the end and stood in place.
Finally came Starfire on Galfore's arm. Robin felt his heart beat faster. She looked so lovely.
The guest ohhed and ahhed as the pair made their way down the aisle. Starfire arrived at the alter moments later. Galfore removed his arm and took his seat. Starfire looked at Robin and smiled. He smiled back happily. "You look radiant." He whispered. "Thank you." Both turned and faced Star ready for the ceremony to begin.
"Ladies and Gentleman we are gather here at sunset today to join these two lovers in three things. One is holy matrimony, the second is to name the next leaders of the planet Tameran, and third is to form a union between the two crystals that they wear." Star began. All around her people started to cry.
"In my eons of life have rarely had the honor to see my work first hand. To see two of "my children" create a union. You see people exactly one year ago today the criminal known as Cinderblock busted into Jump City prison and the Teen Titans found themselves starting to have many adventures. Much has changed in this last year. Old enemies have become allies, new relationships have started, self discovery has occurred. The two teens that stand before me today have faced betrayal of one another, life altering experiences and certain disaster. Together with the help of their friends they helped save all reality so that today's event could occur."
"Marriage is a wonderful part of life. It means that you have chosen the person who you wish to spend your life with. Together you become one person and your love will protect you forever. I must ask this. If there is anyone who objects to these two wedding then speak now or forever hold your peace." The audience was silent. "No objections? Good then. Since you two aren't legally old enough to get married without parental consent I must ask for it. Emperor Galfore of Tameran and Batman the Dark Knight of Gotham City do I have your permission to marry your kids to one another?" Star asked. The two adults stood up and both nodded their heads in agreement.
"Then let us continue. For ages crystal carriers of all galaxies and realities have worked together by combining crystal power. From now on two crystals that once pulsate separately will beat as one. Your thoughts, emotions, and feelings will become one. Touch the tips of your crystals together. Focus your energy on one another." Star instructed
The two teenagers did as they were told. Focusing their energy Starfire's orange light entered Robin while his red light entered her. Both of them glowed brightly and their crystals began to pulsate in sequence.
In an echoing hollow voice Starfire said, "We are one."
"Now and forever." Robin replied in the same voice.
"I must observe Tameranian customs. Emperor Galfore if I could have them please?" Star asked as Galfore handed her the box.
"As you all know Starfire is the Empress of the planet Tameran. Following her customs she selected her betrothed Robin and present him with her ring to mark him. Today their betrothal will become marriage and Robin will become the next Emperor after Galfore. So today to make it official I present you both with the Crowns of Tameran." Star said opening the box to reveal two crowns. Each one looked like Galfore's except for the center emerald to mark they were next in line to rule. Both of the lovebirds took a crown and placed it on their heads.
"People of Tameran you have a new ruler to be. A mere human boy named Robin. I ask you brave and noble people do you accept him as your next leader of your beautiful planet." Cheers sprang up from the Tameranian party. Starbolts shot into the air and they chanted, "All hail Empress Starfire. All hail Emperor Robin." "I'll take that as a yes." Star said laughing gaily.
"Robin do you take Starfire to be you're lawfully wedded wife. To have and to hold. To love, honor, and cherish. Through sickness and in health. Till do death do you part?" Star read from the Bible.
"I do." Robin said his voice chocked with emotion. He was starting to cry himself.
"And do you Starfire take Robin to be your lawfully wedded husband. To have and to hold. To love, honor, and cherish. Through sickness and in health. Till death do you part?"
"I do." Starfire said passionately. Behind Terra began to bawl and Jinx handed her a tissue. "Shuu." She whispered.
"Take each others hand and exchange your everlasting vows of love and loyalty."
Both took each other's hand and gazed happily at one another. Robin cleared his throat and began. It took him a long time to decide what he was going to say to her. "Starfire I have loved you since the day I met you. You are my angel, my reason for living. You have never doubted me when it mattered and have always looked out for me. I have never and will probably never meet someone who sees the world like you do. I don't know what our future holds for us, but I know it has you by my side. So please never let go."
Starfire's heart leaped with joy at those words. Nothing could have been more sweeter. She took a deep breath and started her own vow. "Robin you are my best friend. You taught me no matter how I change on the outside I'm still Starfire on the inside. You've risked your life, morals, and immortal soul for me and for that I thank you. Its something I can never repay. You have explained so much of Earth to me and I can't wait to show the wonders of my world. We have over come so much and will continue to do so. I love you Robin and I will always love you no matter what happens."
"The rings if you please." Beast Boy lifted the pillow to Cyborg and Raven who each took a ring and handed it to the two. "Here you go and good luck man." Cyborg said. "You're going to need." Raven added.
"Robin place the ring on Starfire's finger and repeat after me. With this ring I be wed."
"With this ring I be wed." Robin said with so much emotion that the city could have gone up in smoke and he wouldn't have cared.
"Starfire please do the same."
"With this ring I be wed." Starfire said slipping the gold band onto her true love's finger.
"By the power invested in me as an ordained priestess of the universe, The Spirit of Justice, The Entity of Goodness, and The Creator of Life I now pronounce you unified Crystal Carriers, Emperor and Empress of Tameran and Husband and Wife. You may kiss the bride." Star said finishing the sermon and closing the Bible.
Robin and Starfire drew close to each other and hugged tightly before drawing in for their first kiss ever. It was a long and passionate one. Cheers rang out everywhere as everyone stood up and clapped.
A short while later everyone filed in for the reception. First they cut the cake and then opened presents. They had gotten a lot of nice stuff. CDs, dishes, and clothes. Starfire gave Robin a new Bo staff and he gave her a life size portrait of herself that he had painted himself.
Before the festivities could continue it was time for the toast. Everyone sat down as Julian and Slade stood up. Clinking their glasses they got everyone's attention. "Thank you everyone for your attention. When we were first asked to give a toast for our nephew and our new niece in law we didn't know what to say. For years know we've been criminals and only recently have we mended our ways. Star spoke of new beginnings in her sermon and she's right. Its time like these that we need to turn of a new leaf. So I give my love to my nephew." Julian said before sitting down.
"I have been known by many names in my life. Slade Wilson, Slade, Deathstroke the Terminator, Master, Father, Uncle being the most recent. I know I have much to make amends for and I will try. For my toast I wish to merely say that hope that this new friendship will work out and that Starfire will make Robin happy forever. Three cheers for the happy couple. Thank you." Slade said sitting down. Everyone dug into their food and began to eat.
During the meal Robin and Starfire talked to their friends about their honeymoon plans. Two weeks on Tameran learning the culture. Robin hoped that the people there would accept him and adopt some of his ways. After the meal it was time to throw the bouquet and garter. Beast Boy and Raven got them.
Next came time for dancing. Looks like Robin's dance lessons were about to pay off. The song "Betcha never thought we get this far" (From Batman the Mystery of the Batwomen) began to play.
As everyone hit the dance floor the bride and groom moved to the center and began to slow dance even though it was a fast song. As they continued to dance Starfire looked up at Robin and said softly "Robin?"
"Yes Starfire what is it?" he asked gently turning her.
"Promise me something."
"Yes to whatever it is Starfire."
"Promise me no matter what. We will never be separated from on another ever again. That we will always be there for one another." Starfire asked anxiously.
"I promise Starfire. Nothing will ever tear us apart again. That's a promise I intended to keep" Robin said. He leaned in and kissed her.
Outside the stars twinkled. Somewhere in the nexus of Time and Space a chess game had ended between Nova and Star. A new story would now begin for the two Titans. And whatever it was they could handle it. A new age for the Teen Titans had begun.
This is the end of the Dark Robin Trilogy. I hope you have enjoyed my work. Please review and tell me what was the best story out of the three and what you liked best. Anything else will be welcomed. Now I have to go. But don't worry I'll be around. See you and to my loyal fans Lost Inside, Poopy Penguin, Kelesyalica, trallgorda, and Griffin Claw I wish you all good luck in your future stories. Sincerely Kaliann