Keefe
Chapter 14
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Disclaimer: I do not own Raven, or Teen Titans. I do own, however, Keefe and anything relating to him.

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"Hmm, that will have to wait. Tonight is the Annual Allied Congregation, and this year it is to be held at Chesmer."

"What exactly is it?"

"It's a black tie event where the rulers and their wives or husbands get together for dinner, entertainment, and buisness. Speaking of which, we need to get ready. We're leaving in an hour. In this closet," he opened a huge walk-in closet, "You'll find dresses in your size. Go ahead and chose one."

Raven walked into the closet. It was roughly the size of a department store. After looking for about half an hour, she made her decision.

It was a lavender strapless dress that had black netting and beadwork over it. It looked like it had been made fore her. And it probably had, she reminded hersellf.

She reterned to her quarters to discover Keefe was in the shower. She knocked.

"Come in," he called over the sound of running water.

"I just need to wash my face. Since I just woke up and all."

"Oh, okay. I like that dress, by the way. It looks great on you."

She never handled compliments well. "Uh thanks. Should I wear your family crest? Or no?"

"Yes. I think you should. Some amethysts and diamonds too, maybe."

"Okay." She washed her face quickly, then left to finish getting ready.

Keefe came out just as she finished her jewels and makeup, in a tuxedo. He looked extremely uncomfortable, and that made Raven smile a little.

"So what are we going to do there?" She asked.

"Well, I want you to meet a few other couples. They're some close friends of mine."

"Sounds good. You ready to go?"

"Just about."

Rolling her eyes, Raven observed the two of them in the floor-length mirror.

Keefe was his tall, obviously-Irish self, only now he was in a tuxedo. His green and black hair was spiked up, and he had an emerald stud in his left ear. He looked great, except for the whole facial expression thing. He was over a head taller than Raven, who stood beside him in her dress, looking very petite. Onyx and amythysts graced her neck and sparkled over her body. No diamonds though. Not a big fan of those.

The two looked good together, she thought, and hugged him.

He looked surprised, but returned it. "What was that for?"

"Just because," she grinned.

"Come on, let's go." He took her hand, and they walked slowly down to the ballroom.

Soon the guests began to arrive. First were Lucho and Isabella. Keefe greeted them warmly, while Raven was a bitter cooler towards them.

Next were Benjamin and Linda. They looked a lot alike, and Raven wondered if it was family resemblance.

After them, Jackson and Stratton came in. It was not unusual to have gay couples come; in fact, Keefe encouraged it.

The last couple Raven was specifically introduced to was Jack and Lorraine. The were very old, yet very kind. Then they waited for the rest of the guests to arrive.

As the 100 or so guests sat down at the long table, Keefe sat at the head, with Raven on his right side.

He tapped his fork on his wine glass. The chatter stopped and all heads turned towards him.

"Good evening. I'd like to thank all of you for coming out tonight. I'd like to raise a toast, to the Allied Congregation. May it last long during times of peace, and times of war."

"Hear hear"s were heard, echoing throughout the room.

"And also, there is something important I'd like to say."

A few whispers were heard.

Keefe looked to his right. "Raven, dearest."

Oh God, she knew what was coming.

"I know we've had our ups and downs, but we can get past all that. I want to keep you in my life. What I'm saying is," he dropped to one knee on the ground and held her hands in his. "Will you marry me?"

His eyes held so much hope and love in them that it was all she could do to nod. She smiled and flung her arms around his neck.

He kissed her cheek, then slipped onto her left ring finger a platinum band set with an emerald, a diamond, and an amythyst.

All the ladies present "Awwww"ed and the men applaused.

It was then that Raven realized how much she actually cared for Keefe.

Waiters came out after a few minutes and dinner began. The first course was Escargot á L'ail. Which was basically snails, butter, garlic, and parsley. Raven didn't touch these. No way on Earth, or on Chesmer.

Next was some thing Keefe told her was called Vichyssoise. "Vishy shwah?" But it was a delicious soup, with onions, leeks, potatoes, and chicken broth.

Then Lamb en Crouté. Not her favorite. Lamb, mushrooms, garlic, pastry, and egg.

Baked cherry tomatoes, lemon zucchini, and parsleyed potatoes were next. Mmm, vegetables. Note the sarcasm.

For dessert was a divine Cold Orange Soufflé.

Then coffee was served. Keefe stood behind his new fianceé and placed his hands on her shoulders.

People came up and congratulated them on their upcoming nuptuals.

This went on for about an hour, until Raven feigned exhaustion. All those compliments were starting to make her edgy.

She kissed Keefe and told him she'd be upstairs. He grinned.

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Awww... man! Next chapter is going to be back in Jump City. Shucks.