A/N: Well, since only one person told me which route to go with this, I've decided to do something completely different. This is the fluff chapter. In an attempt to keep all angst out, I have decided that this will cover the wedding of Lloyd and Sheena. Please note however, while they would most likely have a traditional Mizuho wedding, I have basically no knowledge of Japanese weddings. Therefore, I'm winging this from here to the other side of China. Enjoy.
Lloyd…
I don't think I have ever been this nervous in my entire life. My heart is racing, my palms are sweaty, it's a chore and a half to try and keep my breathing at least somewhat steady, and I just know that someone is going to try and ruin this. Man, if I had known it would be this bad, I would have taken Sheena to Altamira and we would have eloped. I don't know what I'm so worried about though. All of the Summon Spirits are going to be in attendance and I seriously doubt that anyone is going to try and stop something that they want this badly. Originally, we were going to have Martel be the one to marry us; but then Origin appeared out of wherever it is he comes from and practically demanded that he be allowed to do the service. And when you've got a guy twice you're size with four arms and four very sharp swords telling you to let him do something, you don't say no. But, because we're holding it at Yggdrasill, Martel is still attending.
Actually, there's a pretty big crowd that is in attendance. Not counting all of the spirits, who are stationed behind Origin so they don't block anyone's view; and all of our family and companions who have front row seats, most of Mizuho is here. Also, King Tethe'alla the somthingth and Princess Hilda are here. Then there's also everyone from Iselia, several from Luin, a surprisingly large number of uninvited Katz, the five Gnomelettes, a few from…pretty much everywhere now that I really look. I really didn't think there would be this many people. Dad, however, couldn't make it. Apparently something is happening on Derris Kharlan and he can't get away. Arghh, what am I doing, I don't have time to be sad, it's about to start.
Sheena…
I didn't think I'd be this nervous. Not that I have anything to worry about, really. Anyone who tries to disrupt my wedding is going to find themselves on a one way trip to the afterlife. All of the Summon Spirits are under strict orders to take no prisoners should this be disrupted. Oddly though, they were only too happy to agree. It's almost like they were planning on that anyways. Ah, there's the music, which means it's time to start. Come on Grandpa let's go. Grandpa…?
Third Person-Omniscient…
"Chief Igaguri has taken his place with the others," said a deep voice from behind Sheena.
Twirling around, Sheena could only stare gapingly at the voices owner.
"You're surprised to see me? Come now, did you truly think I miss this. No matter, now is not the time for chit-chat," he stated before taking the few steps to Sheena and offering his arm. "I have been asked to walk you in your grandfather's place."
Mentally shaking her head, Sheena smiled up at he man before turning to face the direction of the tree and hooking her arm in with his.
"Lloyd's going to be so glad you could make it," she told him as they started walking towards the ceremony.
"I know," he replied, before adding. "You look very beautiful Sheena."
"Thanks," she said quietly, before they turned the corner into the sea of attendees. Watching the reaction of the man she was about to marry, Sheena couldn't stop the gentle smile that spread across her face as she saw Lloyd's eyes widen at the sight of the man beside her.
'Dad?' thought Lloyd, 'is it really…but he said.' Shifting his gaze from Kratos to Sheena, Lloyd froze. Walking towards him was the single most beautiful sight he had ever come to behold. Everything else just seemed to disappear as he watched the woman that captured his heart walking towards him. When they reached him, Lloyd was only vaguely aware of the hug he gave his father and was completely unaware of Regal relinquishing his place at Lloyd's right hand side to the older man. No, the only thing Lloyd was aware of was the goddess standing next to him as he turned to take her hands in his own. Even the words spoken by Origin were only dimly recognized by the farthest reaches of his mind.
"Denizens of Symphonia, we are gathered here today before the Mana Tree Yggdrasill to bind these two saviors of our world in eternal marriage," he began, looking out over the crowd and using a small part of his power to send his voice out so that everyone could hear equally well. "Some of us are here for the respect we have for these two warriors, while others are here because of the friendship that has been given you, and then there are those that are here out of love. Though no matter what precipice you stand here on, our reason for being here are all the same."
Not even half-listening to what was being said, Lloyd and Sheena were only interested in each other. Their gaze being completely held by the love and joy in the other's eyes; time seemed to stay at a stand still while flying by at speeds they had never thought possible. For the two of them, it was only too soon that the time to say their vows to each other came.
"Now," spoke Origin in a whisper that was audible to all in attendance. "State your vows to each other so that this pact may be secured."
Momentarily shifting their gaze from each other to the spirit, they nodded their heads in unison and turned their eyes back to each other.
Going first, Lloyd vowed. "I, Lloyd Irving, vow to you, Sheena Fujibayashi, to love you with every breath I take until my life on this plane is no more. I vow to you that I will be forever faithful even after death do we part. I vow that through whatever life and fate may throw at us I will always stand at your side and be there to protect you. Finally, I vow that never will I break your heart and force you into anything that you do not want, for now till the end of time and beyond."
Finishing his vow, he turned to take the wedding wing Dirk had made for them. Having only mild surprise at finding his father there instead of Regal, he took the simple gold band in his fingers and turned back to Sheena. Taking her left hand in his own, Lloyd gently slid the gold band onto her ring finger before returning to meet her loving gaze and hear her vow.
Blinking back the tears in her eyes, Sheena stated. "I, Sheena Fujibayashi, vow to you, Lloyd Irving, to love you with every breath I take until my life on this plane is no more. I vow to you that I will be forever faithful even after death do we part. I vow that through whatever life and fate may throw at us I will always stand at your side and be there to protect you. Finally, I vow that never will I break your heart and force you into anything that you do not want, for now till the end of time and beyond."
In much the same fashion as Lloyd, Sheena finished her vow and produced the wedding band that she would give to Lloyd. Taking his left hand in her own, like he did with her, Sheena slowly slid the golden band onto his ring finger and returned her gaze to his.
"The vows have been stated. Do you both accept these vows?" asked Origin calmly, though smiling brightly.
"We do," they said in unison, each trying to pour out all of their love for the other through their eyes.
"Very well, the vows have been accepted. If there is any being here that has any reason that these two should not be married let that being speak now or forever hold their peace," he said; he, as well as the other spirits, gathering their mana and preparing to kill anyone who dared to speak.
Thankfully, the audience was silent and no objections were made. As each Summon Spirit released their gathered mana, Origin continued.
"No one has spoken, and the time for such things is now past. Lloyd Irving and Sheena Fujibayashi, it is with the utmost happiness that I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss your bride," he told them, his happiness for them clearly evident.
Releasing her hands, Lloyd slowly raised Sheena's veil. The veil now raised, Lloyd brought his left hand to his wife's face and gently caressed it before wrapping his right arm around her waist and pulling her to him for the sealing kiss.
With the meeting of their lips, the entire congregation erupted in cheers and clapping that continued on well after the kiss was broken.
Pulling away from the kiss after several seconds, Lloyd once again met his wife's gaze. Staring at each other for a few seconds, Lloyd whispered.
"I love you, Sheena."
"I love you, too, Lloyd," she replied also whispering.
"Congratulations, pact-bearers. May your life together be full of love and happiness. And remember, should you ever need us, do not hesitate to call on us," said Origin as the Summon Spirits began to disappear.
"We won't," replied Sheena. "And thank you for all you've done for us. If it weren't for you guys, we wouldn't be here right now."
"It was our pleasure, pact-bearer," he told her softly before finally returning to his home.
"Hey you two, let's go," shouted Zelos. "You've got a party to get started and guests to feed. So come on," he told them cheerfully.
"He's right you know," Lloyd told Sheena.
"Fine," she said, sighing with mock exasperation, before smiling coyly. "Aren't you supposed to carry me out of here Lloyd?"
"Yes I am," he replied, before slipping one arm around her back and the other under her knees and lifting her into the safety of his arms. Then, feeling someone place a hand on his shoulder, Lloyd turned to meet the smiling face of his father.
"I very proud of you Lloyd, and I hope you know that Anna is as well. And I also wish to say that I'm sorry for making you think I wouldn't be here," he said to them.
"I know dad, and don't worry about it. I'm just glad that you're here," Lloyd replied.
"Yeah, what he said, Kratos," said Sheena, agreeing with her husband.
"Good. Well then, let's be on our way shall we. Before that ridiculous Chosen tries something he may live to regret," Kratos stated, placing his hand on his son's back and applying a gentle pressure indicating that Lloyd should start walking.
"Sure thing dad," Lloyd replied, before walking down the aisle carrying his bride.
"This is perfect," whispered Sheena as he carried her away from the tree.
"You're right, Sheena. It is," he told her, smiling down at her. As he cleared the last of the guests, he continued. "And we've got our whole life together to make as many perfect memories as we can. So let's start now."
A/N: Well, there it is. How did you like it? And I know, there wasn't much on any of the other characters and there was nothing on how they reacted to everyone else's reactions. But hey, I figured that I met my angst quota for a while with that last chapter. Anyway, one more chapter left. So, please review. And read the Omake below. I think some of you will like them.
Omake1 (for Zelos haters): "Very well, the vows have been accepted. If there is any being here that has any reason that these two should not be married let that being speak now or forever hold their peace," he said; he, as well as the other spirits, gathering their mana and preparing to kill anyone who dared to speak.
Unaware of the danger, Zelos had had all he could take. Sheena was supposed to be his hunnie. Not Lloyd's. With that belie in mind, Zelos prepared himself for, what he didn't know would be, the last mistake he would ever make.
"Yeah, I do," he started before being interrupted by Sheena.
"Guys," she said angrily.
BOOM BANG SPLASH FRRR WHOOOOSH ZAP
Ten attacks later, the once living Chosen was now nothing more than dust in the wind.
"Anyone else?" questioned Origin, and everyone simultaneously shook their heads no. "No? Good."
Omake2 (for Collette haters): "Very well, the vows have been accepted. If there is any being here that has any reason that these two should not be married let that being speak now or forever hold their peace," he said; he, as well as the other spirits, gathering their mana and preparing to kill anyone who dared to speak.
'Why does Sheena get Lloyd? He's supposed to love me, right. That's right. That means that she just put some kind of weird spell on him to make him think that he's in love with her. I have to break it. But how?' wondered Collette.
Little did Collette know, Verius was keeping tabs on what everyone was thinking. Sensing that Collette was about to speak, he quickly announced it to the others, who promptly turned to her and…
BOOM BANG SPLASH FRRR WHOOOOSH ZAP
Everyone looked on in shock as Collette's life was taken right in front of their eyes. Utterly confused and wanting an explanation, Lloyd and Sheena turned to Origin. Seeing the question in their eyes, the King of the Summon Spirits shrugged his shoulders and answered.
"Verius said that she was about to object," he told them, as if that made their actions perfectly justified.
"Ohhh," mouthed Lloyd and Sheena, together, before shrugging their shoulders and telling him to continue with the service.
