Leo-
I sat there before Master Splinter, awaiting his approval of Rain and I's relationship. My heart was pounding so hard that I was afraid it would burst through my plastron. I was prepared for the worst, him not granting our wish and telling me that I had to focus more on what the foot has brewing, but I knew in my heart and my soul that Rain would not get in the way of what I was raised to do, and that was to defeat the foot clan and regain Splinter's fallen Master's honor. But now was not the time to be thinking of such things, I wanted this to work, more than anything, and I knew that my brothers would be right by my side with support for both of us, and in helping Splinter's decision lean towards a definite yes.
"Are you sure that you are ready for a relationship this serious my son?"
"Hai."
He nodded slowly, looking me in the eye, reading the emotions that dwelled inside of them. I knew that all he would see would be the love and devotion I would give to her. My beautiful angel sent to bring light into my darkened and lonely soul.
"Then you have my blessing."
I sat there, shock spreading through me like a wildfire. Had he just granted us permission to be wedded?
"Th-thank you Sensei. Thank you so much."
I bent down low in a formal bow and didn't rise until I felt his bony fingers touch my head gently.
"You may raise now, my son. It is time to tell Rain the blessed news."
I nodded, tears clouding my vision, everything was alive inside of me, and it was everything inside of me to keep me from bolting out of his room like the small child I once had been. I got to my feet and bowed once more before leaving the room and going into the lair to find Rain.
"Yo Leon, what's the news?"
"He said yes, Raphael!"
I pounced on my brother, giving him the tightest embrace ever. I was elated when I felt him return the tight hug.
"Congrats bro, she's a beauty, don't let her go, ever."
"I won't, that's a promise."
He smiled and pulled away, a huge smile on his face."
"Go get 'er!"
I took off down the hallway, which led to her bedroom that was right across from Mikey's. My heart was still pounding and I wasn't sure if I would make it without having a heart attack. I knocked on the door swiftly, almost impatient to wait for the door to open.
"Who is it?"
"It's me."
Seconds later the door swung open, revealing the most beautiful creature I'd ever laid eyes on, the woman to be my bride. She looked to me with her dark gray eyes, a questioning look on her face.
"He said yes."
I was breathing hard, smiling broadly and unable to keep the tears from falling down my face. Her eyes grew wide in shock and happiness, her hand going to my face and gently wiping away my tears. Soft, careful fingers showering love on my worn face. Then soft lips tracing mine, quivering in joy as hot tears fell from her eyes. We were a beautiful mess. I wrapped my arms around her tightly and pulled her as close to me as possible, laying kisses on her wavy dark hair.
"I love you Rain. And I will always love you, until the end."
"I love you too Leo, the warrior who saved me. Until the end."
I slowly slid down to my knees, hands resting on her hips and looking up to her. She had covered her mouth with her hands, looking down at me, shoulders shaking with soft sobs of pure happiness.
"Rain, will you be my wife? My soul mate for life? The one to bare our children and raise them?
"Say yes!"
We both looked over to find my brothers and father watching from the end of the hallway. I couldn't help but laugh along with Rain. Her hands found my face and gently turned it back to hers.
"Yes I will Leonardo."
I could hear my brothers cheering us on as I got to my feet and pulled my bride into my arms, allowing our mouths to dance together, and feel our souls come together as one. We no longer had to hide our love in the shadows; we were now able to share it with the world. I was ready to give myself completely to her.
Rain-
I could hardly contain myself. A part of me felt as if it were all some dream, where I would wake up and find that it had never happened. But my soul knew that it was real, that he had just proposed to me, and now his lips were dancing with mine, and that we would be wed to each other till the end. My heart was pounding so hard that I was afraid that I would pass out from being over-joyed. Salty tears fell onto our lips, allowing us a taste of each other's happiness. This was one of the single most beautiful moment of my life. One that I knew would continue to be everyday. We finally pulled away from each other, catching our breaths, and trying to slow our pounding hearts. I nuzzled against his throat, running my fingers along his plastron lightly.
"I love you Leo."
I closed my eyes and listened to his heart beating, being comforted by it. His hands ran through my hair slowly, and I felt his lips touch the top of my head.
"I love you too."
Michelangelo-
I could hardly contain myself as I watched Leo take Rain into his arms and kiss her passionately! They deserved each other, being able to find their soul mates and what not. I already had this awesome poem written for them to be read at their ceremony. This is awesome, and it gave me hope that someday I would find my soul mate. That maybe Donnie and Raph will as well, especially Raph, because he needs a woman to train him. Plus it would be funny as hell to see Raphael get whipped! I couldn't help chuckling out loud for that thought
"What the hell's so funny Mike?"
"Oh nothing, just thinking of the day a woman will have you whipped!"
He shoved me playfully, sneering.
"No woman is gonna whip me. And that's a promise."
"Yea sure, whatever Raphael, you just keep telling yourself that."
I laughed, dodging his fist and running into the kitchen to start dinner. Tonight I was making pasta, it was a special occasion, and I just had a good feeling that Master Splinter would give Leo his blessing. So I was prepared to make my special dish. It was something the guys really loved and didn't get to eat that often. I had April go up earlier on in the week to get all the ingredients I would need to make the dish. Speaking of, she was going to be joining us for dinner this evening! I couldn't wait to tell her the news! Mmm mmm mmmm what an amazing evening this was turning out to be!
Donnie-
I could hear Mike singing to himself clear in my lab, as I finished cleaning up my desk. I guess we were all pretty happy to hear the news. Watching Leo and Rain embrace each other like they had, also gave me hope that my brothers and I would have hope in finding our soul mates as well. We knew they were out there, somewhere, waiting like Rain had been. Though I doubt it will be in the same circumstances. At least I hoped not, no one deserved to go through that kind of pain and neglect. I knew that Leo would give everything to her and more. I was very proud of my little brother. I just couldn't shake the feeling that something was coming.
"You feel it too, my son?"
I turned to find Splinter entering my lab slowly, leaning heavily on his walking stick. I knew his time was coming to a close.
"Hai, I do. What do you think it is?"
"I am not sure. But it is not good. I fear for Rain."
I felt my heart jump in my throat, and turned away to look at the cold metal countertop that was my working station. I didn't want to admit it, but he was right. I could feel it too.
"Leonardo does not know, he is too distracted. Which may be better."
I nodded, agreeing, but in my heart I knew that it was wrong, that Leo should be prepared to be there if something were to happen.
"I know you fret my son, but do not worry, I will tell Leonardo when the time is near. For now, though, his mind is clouded with joy, as it should be. I do not think it would be fair to either of them to be worried.
"Yes Master Splinter, I agree. I just, I just wish there was a way to know exactly what it is that is wrong."
He nodded slowly, deep in thought. Then turned and started for the door.
"Time will tell Donatello."
A shiver went down my spine as I watched him leave the lab and head towards his room to meditate. I just hoped that whatever it was that was coming, would not be selfish in its time to arrive.
Rain-
Dinner had gone wonderfully tonight, April came with Casey, and Mike had made his famous pasta that all of them kept bragging about. Leo and I had decided to have the ceremony next week. I could hardly wait. I wanted it to be next week now. But I just had to be patient and wait; we had our whole lives ahead of us, what was the rush? After dinner, we all went and watched a movie that April had brought, while having some ice cream, chocolate chip mint, a favorite among all of us. Finally it was time to turn in, and for once I wasn't complaining. We said our goodbyes to April and Casey and then headed to bed.
"I'll be right back."
"Where are you going?"
"To change in my pj's silly."
He grabbed me by the waist and pulled me close.
"Can't you change here?"
I laughed and pulled away from him, blushing a little.
"No! We're not married yet."
He gave me a playful pout, pulling his belt off and tossing it on the chair next to his bed.
"Fine, but after next week, you won't have any excuse."
I smirked and left his room to go change in mine. When I came back he was already in bed, asleep. At that moment I realized just how tired I was myself. I walked over to the bed and slipped under the covers, curling up against him, giving his cheek a soft kiss. I watched as his mouth twitched in a small smile, his arms wrapping around me. I never wanted this moment to end. It was the first time I fell asleep with a smile on my face.