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(I had to edit this one for content, unfortunatly...personal circumstances...sorry guys! If you contact me, I can give you the original version personally! No peroblem!)
WARNING-LEMON AHEAD!
I'll Be Waiting By Lynlyn-maru
Chapter 3- To have and to hold…
Only one hour to go….
Ino arrived at the hill where her wedding was to soon commence, the very spot Shikamaru had proposed. A small arch was set up at the end of a laid red pathway through the grass. On either side, white chairs were lined, gradually filling up with their friends and family.
Ino had very little time to gaze at the scene, as she was quickly ushered into a small white tent to await her entrance.
Sakura, her maid of honor, put a few last-minute touch ups on her dress and make-up and her heart pounded with anticipation. "um..ano…Sakura?"
"Nani, Ino-pig?"
"I'm starting to get really nervous..."
Sakura stopped fiddling with her dress and turned to face her friend, grasping both her hands. "Ino…do you love Shika-kun? I mean, really love him?"
"Yes...I mean, I'm pretty sure I do"
"How do you know?"
"Well, we practically grew up together…our parents being on the same team and all. Then, we were on the same team as genin, he was always there to take care of me. As time went on, I only wanted to fight with him…I mean…alongside him. I like the thought of taking care of that lazy guy." Ino smiled at the thought. "Hai. You still nervous?"
Ino thought for a moment, he nerves felt much calmer, she giggled at her friend. "I guess not, arigato, Sakura-chan."
Sakura just nodded and went to pick up their bouquets.
In her absence, no took the opportunity to peek outside once more. Only opening the curtain enough to allow one eye to see out, she scanned the scene once more.
Suddenly, she found her eye staring into another deep chocolate one. "You're suppost to stay hidden in there, silly"
Realizing who she faced, Ino quickly closed the curtain. "Shikamaru! You're not suppost to see!" She yelled, blushing a bit.
"Don't worry, I didn't." He chuckled. "Just felt like scaring you a bit…." He paused and his voice deepened. "Ino…you're sure you want to do this? I mean…with me?"
Ino was surprised at his question, and took a little while to process. "What are you talking about Shika? Of course, why wouldn't I?"
"I don't know, it just almost doesn't feel….real." He sighed the last word. Ino smiled.
"Shika…close your eyes."
After a few moments of silence, she checked to make sure they were closed and poked her head out of the tent. She planted a soft, tender kiss on his unsuspecting lips, causing him to jump a little at the touch.
"No second thoughts, Shika." She whispered, retreating back into the tent, her hand slipping from his chin.
"Um…okay then…it's um...almost time to start. I guess I'll get to see you in a couple of minutes." He stuttered, walking back to his place at the archway.
Sakura returned with her bouquet, handing her the beautiful lilies tied with a red ribbon.
Ten.
The other bridesmaids entered and were handed their own bouquets.
Nine.
Groomsmen entered and took their places by their appointed bridesmaid.
Eight.
Her father entered the room and kisses her cheek, whispering an 'I love you.'.
Seven. Last minute adjustments were made, straightening ties and primping of hair as the music starts.
Six.
The first pair starts down the aisle. Niji's expression the same as ever, Tenten smiling meekly.
Five.
Hinata and Naruto exit the tent on cue, both with their ever-present smile and blush.
Four.
Chouji and Sakura are the last to go, throwing a wink as she leftwith her escort.
Three.
She takes her father's arm and he squeezes it reassuringly.
Two.
'Deep breath…' She thinks as they step out into the light.
One…
She walks down the aisle, admired by her spectators, practically floating to him. From one arm to the other, a kiss, and on with the show…
"We've been together since before I can remember, first joined by our parents, then as teammates and eventually as soul mates. Ino, with this ring, I thee wed. My childhood friend, teammate and now, my wife."
'Didn't blow it…'
"Shika, you've always been there for me, even as little kids. There isn't a single memory that I have that doesn't have you in it and I'm so happy that you'll be in all the ones to come. With this ring, I thee wed. My best friend, my teammate and now, my husband."
' Just breathe, Ino.'
With the announcement of the Hokage and another first of kisses, the couple makes down the aisle and disappear into a carriage.
"NOW! Everyone over to the reception hall!"
Shikamaru took a deep breath and stretched into the seat of the carriage. Ino watched her new husband. Both were silent until she spoke up. "So, we're husband and wife now. It's hardly seems real."
"Yes, I suppose we are, Ino." Shikamaru said as he sat up and grasped her around the waist, burying his face in her neck, she giggled, liking his new-found intimacy. "Help me with this veil, I don't think I need it anymore."
"Undressing already? No problem." He said mockingly, reaching up to untie the veil from her hair, whilst trying not to ruin it. Once they were comfortable, Ino rested her head on Shikamaru's shoulder, fingering his hair playfully. He just ran his hand up and down her shoulder absent-mindedly, watching the scenery of Konoha pass by them, a gentle smile on his face that Ino was sure she had never seen before.
After a trip around the village, the came to a stop at their reception hall. Ino sighed, "Do we have to go"
Shikamaru chuckled, "It's troublesome, but I suppose it would be a waste of a perfectly good cake"
'Great, sugar…just the motivation I need….' Ino thought as she stepped out of the carriage with the help of her husband.
The reception passed by in a blur. Dancing, food, songs, Naruto acting stupid, Lee pestering Sakura to dance, shoving cake into each other's mouths, pictures, gifts, Neji and Tenten's first dance, until, finally, it was time to leave and guests filed out.
Shika and Ino were among the last to depart, stepping into their carriage again, this time headed for their home. The only thing left behind them was Naruto, Kiba and Sakura's shouts.
"Have fun guys!"
"Take it easy on 'er Shika-kun!"
"No turning back now!"
'Bakas….'
Shikamaru carried Ino up the stair and through the door to what was now their apartment. They stood in the entrance hall, him still gripping her tightly, as they kissed. Shikamaru felt himself beginning to become excited and set her down gently on the tile.
Ino looked confused. Shikamaru coughed. "No pressure, you know…." He managed to cough out.
Ino, realizing what he meant, smirked. "Oh, Shika, you didn't think you'd get off that easily, did you?" She said, with a seductive grin, taking his hand and tugging him along to the bedroom. As he kicked the door closed, a smirk crept across his face. "Last chance."
Ino smiled again and pushed his jacket off of him. As it fell to the floor, he seized her hungrily, wanting to taste every inch of her amazing body. Shikamaru's tie, shirt and shoes found their way to the floor alongside his jacket, along with her dress, until she stood before him in nothing but her tiny, sexy undergarments.
Shikamaru paused for a moment to take in the sight of her. Their kissing resumed as she pulled him to the bed and on top of her. Their remaining clothing was shed and nothing was left to separate their naked bodies.
"Ino….I….it's going to"
"Hurt. I know. But, you only go through it once, I'm told." She said, reassuringly.
Their bodies melted together as they made love in a stream of gasps, moans and muffled kisses. Their rhythm deepened until they both reached their peak, afterwards collapsing into each others' arms.
"I love you, Ino." Shikamaru whispered against her neck.
"Mmm. I love you too, Shika." She replied as they drifted off to sleep in each others' arms.
The next morning, Ino awoke to Shikamaru's warm breath on her neck. Pressing herself closer to him, she noticed the new throbbing feeling between her legs, reminisce of the night before. She kissed his nose gently, waking him.
The harsh light in the room made Shikamaru retreat under the covers deeper. "Shika…" She cooed, nipping his ear. Shikamaru only groaned.
Ino snorted and flung her body on top of her husbands', straddling his still-naked form.
Suddenly, Shikamaru was miraculously awake, and quite aware of the form on top of his own. "Alright I'm up…what do you want?"
Ino smiled, "Lets do it again."
Shikamaru smiled and flipped her over, suddenly rejuvenated.
PHEW! That was LONG and MUSHIE!
Hope you all liked it, I tried to make it a good lemon, It' been a while since I wrote one! The next chapter is where it gets really good. (That's all I'll tell you though.! Bwahahaha)
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