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Warning: Nothing yet, sry guys... Well maybe, keep reading... I might be a tear fest, and some giggles, and some awkward situations... ~wink~

It had been a week since Rikku had talked to Gippal. Actually she'd seen him for the first time last night at the rehearsal dinner looking glum. She just couldn't think of what to say to him. Hell she didn't know how she truly felt about the guy. It was eating her up, making her zone off into space. And today she needed to keep her head on. It was Paine's wedding day, and in only a few hours she would be married to the Praetor of Spira. (~U c they abandoned the whole New Yevon and Youth League crap, and so they call him the Praetor of Spira...~) She couldn't wait for the reception. Everyone would be there! Currently Rikku was waiting for the bridesmaids and groomsmen to show up. Up in the distance of the High Bridge, Rikku spotted four yellow dots. As it came closer she noticed that it was Elma, Clasko, Yaibal, and Lucil riding on their Chocobo's. She couldn't believe that they actually came on those.
"You guys, you know you can't walk down the aisle on those, right?" Rikku hollered out to them.
"Yeah, but we wanted to make a grand entrance." Yaibal called out.
"Well I think you've managed that." Rikku said with a giggle as all the monks and nuns stuck their heads out of windows.
When they all dismounted their Chocobo Rikku gave each of them a hug.

"Glad you're here. It's time to get ready!" she said.
"Can't wait! Guess us girls will go help the bride out." Lucil said.
"Yeah and us men will comfort the groom." Yaibal said with a mischievous grin on his face.
When Lucil saw that look she kicked him in the shin. "Yaibal, behave!" she said.
"Fine I won't do anything to him." he said as he hopped on one leg.
When they were gone Lulu, Wakka, and little Vindina greeted Rikku. After they went, LeBlanc and her Noojie-Woogie showed up, followed by Yuna and Tidus. After that she was left with a short break to relax. Unfortunately that ended when she heard someone call out to her.
"Hey Rikku!" Brother said as he smacked her on the back.
"Uh hey Brother." She said as she regained her balance.
"Hey Rikku." Nhadala said with a smile. (~OMG I thought that would be a funny pairing... I love it!~)
"Hi Nhadala. I hope that you're keeping Brother out of trouble." Rikku said.
"Certainly." She said with a wink.
"Whad are youse two talk-een aboot?" Brother asked as he tried to speak English.
"We're talking about you dumb ass." Rikku said with a role of her eyes.
"Whad did u call me you little bitcha!?" Brother yelled.
Rikku was just about to pounce on him when someone held her back from behind her. She began to struggle out of this person's grasp when she smelled oil and leather. Gippal... why was he holding her back? She soon stopped moving and looked up to her brother.
"I'm sorry Brother, go ahead and get ready, the ceremony is going to start soon." She said.
"But uh, SOMEONE IZ EH TOOCHING YOU... I WILL HURT IM!" Brother shouted, but was pulled by the back of his overalls by an inpatient Nhadala.
When they were gone, and the sound of her brother wasn't so loud she turned to see a tired Gippal.
"Will you please let go of me now?" she whispered out.
"No I will not. You've been avoiding me for a week. We'll have to see each other during the wedding, so why not let us talk about it now?" he asked, his voice filled with emotion.
Rikku opened her mouth to answer his question when a pissed off Paine hollered from the dressing room at her. "What the hell are you doing. Everyone is here and dressed but you. Get your fucking ass over here!" Paine shouted.
Turning Rikku ran over to where Paine was without even glancing back once at the waiting Gippal.
Rikku sat down at the vanity table. She looked at herself. She looked tired. Knowing that she didn't have too much time, she took off her blue bandana, and undid the braids. She grabbed a brush and gently got all the tangles out of her honey blond hair. It had grown a lot over the past few years. It was already at her butt, but she knew special ways to do it so it didn't look like it was so long. Smiling to herself she decided to wear it mostly down. Taking two chunks of hair on the side of her face, she braided them back up, and tied them at the bottom with a sparkly, diamond bead. She then brushed her hair some more before she took the two braids and brought them back behind her head. Carefully she reached for a satin green ribbon to hold the braids together in the back. When she finished tying the ribbon into a neat bow, she examined her face. She looked so much older with her hair down. Smiling, she began to carefully apply her make up. When she was finished she put her shoes on, and then gently slipped into the Emerald gown. The material of it was cold and made her shiver. When zipped up the back she inspected her appearance.
"You look wonderful Rikku." Paine said.
Turning she saw that Paine wasn't in her gown yet, but her hair and make up were done.
"Wow with your hair that way, you look gorgeous!" Rikku said. That comment earned her frown from Paine.
"Thanks. Well you can thank LeBlanc, for she was the one who is behind this masterpiece." Paine said.
"Well is it time yet?" Rikku asked.
"Yeah. Go up and get ready to line up with the others. You're in the back because you and Gippal go before me." She said.
"Well whose gonna give you away?" Rikku asked with a frown.
"It's a surprise." She said.
Rikku walked up to where all the other bridesmaids were. They were all beside their date. Rikku noticed the order of everyone. It was to be Dona and Barthello, then Lucil and Yaibal, and then Clasko and Elma, following Brother and Nhadala, and then LeBlanc and Nooj, with Tidus and Yuna going right before she went with Gippal. Huh it was funny because she couldn't see Gippal anywhere. She hoped that he didn't run off or anything. It's not like they were getting married. Whoa where'd that thought come from? Sighing she went and lined up behind her cousin.
"Hey have you seen Gippal?" Rikku asked Tidus.
"Nope not for about thirty minutes." He said.
"Damn it! Paine is about to come up, and once Baralai walks out there the music is to start, following the procession." Rikku said, feeling really anxious.
"Calm down, you know Paine would kill Gippal if he ruined her wedding." Yuna said with a giggle.
They all turned when they heard the music start. Paine and Baralai had gotten the mystical creatures from the Machalania woods to come and play. They were playing a very beautiful melody. (~You know the tune at the begging of the game before you load the game up? Well that's the one I'm talking about.~) Everyone in the church became quiet, as the procession began. Rikku was beginning to worry now since Nooj and LeBlanc had just begun their walk to the altar. Turning, Yuna looked at Rikku and gave her a reassuring smile that seemed to just say, "don't worry about a thing"
Just as she and Tidus began to walk, a panting Gippal came running up to her, taking her arm. She noticed that he had on a satin green comber bunt that matched her dress. Leaning down he whispered in her ear. "I'm sorry, I had to make sure that Paine's special guest arrived."
Before she could say anything he grabbed her arm and began to walk. Realizing that it was their turn she put on a smile and began to walk. She could see everyone look at her with glowing eyes. Man was this awkward. She could hear people murmuring about her. God couldn't they be more discreet. Once she and Gippal got to the altar they split. Gippal went over to stand by Baralai while Rikku was to go to her spot to wait for Paine.
Everyone stood up to get a good look at the bride. Man was he nervous. Baralai was literally shaking in his shoes. He took a deep breath and lifted his head up high to be greeted by the most beautiful creature ever. He saw Paine walking towards him in the most exotic gown ever. Nothing like the traditional white gown and veil. She had her hair parted at the side, and had it straight, with a small strand hanging in her eyes. On her head was a tiara made of roses the color of blood. Her gown was made of satin, flowing at her feet some, with a small train trailing behind her. It was a deep red, with straps made of Rubies. It criss-crossed in the back ending at her lower back where the train was attached. On the train was a rose at the upper part holding it to the dress. The dress clung to her curves making his smile broaden even more. When she was only a few feet away was when he noticed who was giving her away. It made him gasp, but then smile.
Rikku watched as Baralai walked up to his bride, taking her hand in his as he walked up to the altar where the priest was.
"Ladies and Gentlemen, we've gathered here to day to celebrate the marriage of the Praetor of Spira to the young lady Paine, whom helped save our world." The priest said. "Now going on, whom may I ask is giving the bride away?" he asked.
"I am." Came a deep voice that Rikku hadn't heard for years.
Gasping, tears began to run down everyone's face as they finally realized who it was. It was sir Auron back from the dead. Smiling he looked up at Paine.
"I am the one to give away the bride... My beautiful daughter." He whispered out. That there got a response from everyone. The sound of people blowing their nose could be heard within the crowd. It was so moving and beautiful.
"Now if you two would join hands and repeat these vows for me." The priest said.
Sounds of cheering people saying "congratulations." Came from everyone in the church as Paine and Baralai held hands as they walked down the aisle as husband and wife. Everyone in the bridal and groom party held back to talk to Auron.
Walking up to him, Yuna gave him a teary smile. "Is it really you sir Auron?" she asked.
"Yes it is." He said as he hugged the former Summoner.
"How can this be?" Rikku asked.
"Yeah, we thought you'd died." Wakka said, before his wife gave him a smack on the head.
"Dimwits, we're all back!" came another voice.
Tidus looked back and saw his dad standing there. Gaping at his old man, he just couldn't figure out what to say.
"Yes we're all back." Came a gentle voice that made Yuna turn and run toward the man.
"Father!" she cried out.
"Wait how can this all be?" Rikku asked again, very confused about his entire situation.
"The fayth's." Braska said
"But how could they've done that?" Tidus asked.
"After they brought you back they thought that since you guys had brought the TRUE eternal calm that you all should be rewarded so they brought us all back." Jhect said.
"It's wonderful isn't?" Yuna said with a smile.
"Yeah it is!" Rikku said.
They all headed towards the High Bridge where the party was to be held. In the large area people were dancing, and on the Bridge others examined all the exquisite munchies.
Walking over to where Paine and her dad stood, Rikku decided to ask an important question.
"Auron, may I ask a question?" she asked.
"If you want." He said.
"How is it that you are Paine's father?" she asked.
"A long time ago before I became a guardian I met a woman, her name was Pascal. She was a healer, and we met when I got injured by a fiend." He explained.
"We fell in love and got married, but soon after she got pregnant and had Paine. She died during childbirth." He said with a sad smile.
"I see. Wow, it's awesome that your dad is Auron!" Rikku said to Paine.
"Yeah I guess it is. You know Rikku, I think you should go talk to Gippal." She said.
"Uh why would you say that?" she asked with an un-easy look.
"Because you two are driving me insane! Go and fix things with him!" she nearly growled at her.
"Fine fine fine! You pregnant woman sure are moody!" she said before Paine pushed her in the direction of Gippal.
Walking to him she took a nice deep soothing breath.
"Hi Gippal." She said.
"Came to finish what we were talking about earlier?" he asked.
"Yeah. Gippal I uh..." she began to say before the silenced her with his finger.
"We can talk about this later. Let's dance." He said as a nice slow song came began to play. He pulled her into his arms, and held onto her tightly. They gently swayed to the music. Rikku decided to relax. It was just a dance. Taking a deep breath in, she took in his scent. It had changed from the smell of oil and leather to a spicy leather scent. (~OLD SPICE!~) It made her relax even more in his arms, that he brought her waist harder to him. Gasping Rikku lifted her head up to look into his eye.
"Gippal..." she whispered to him, seeing his eye full of love.
"What ever happened to cause you to lose an eye." She asked.
"Uh... When I was younger, when my parents were still alive, I was being trained to fight machina, and was caught off guard. It stabbed me in my right eye. They were able to repair the eye, but I wasn't able to see out of it, that's why I wear a patch." He said. He noticed that her eyes had softened up.
"Rikku what were you going to say to me before the wedding?" he asked
"Um... well I wanted to talk to you. I've thought about it a lot lately, and realized that whenever I'm around you I feel all funny. Either I'm mad or I feel all tingly inside." She explained to him. She took a deep breath before she went on. "And well I've come to a conclusion that I might be falling in love with you too." She said. She stood there waiting for him to respond. She looked up after a while and noticed that he was smiling at her.
"Are you serious Rikku?" he asked.
"Yes I am." She whispered. Suddenly LeBlanc came over and grabbed her by the arm.
"It's time for you to make your speech to everyone." She said.
She walked up to the stage and went to the microphone. "Excuse me everyone, I'd like to make a toast to the bride an groom." She said with a smile.
"Paine you have been such a great friend. We've been through thick and thin with one another. We've fought together as a team in battle, and have been pals from the first day you joined the Gullwings." She said. "And Baralai, you've always been such a nice guy. I'm glad you and Paine are together." She said. "To the newlyweds!" she said with a smile. Everyone echoed and cheered. She walked off stage, to hear LeBlanc announce that Yuna was going to sing a love song. Everyone began to cheer. Rikku was tired and didn't want to dance anymore. She headed to her room quietly without being noticed. She took her dress off and slipped into a yellow tank top, and some white shorts. She kept her hair the way it was. Yawning, she was about to get into bed when she heard a knock at the door. She walked over to it to find Gippal. He'd apparently changed into his usual outfit that consisted of black pants with a lavender shirt and black boots. He didn't have on his armor so it was pretty plain.
"Can I come in?" he asked.
"Yeah, I was just settling down." She said.
She watched as she shut the door behind him. He then walked up to her, a smile on his face. She smiled and said, "I'm glad we can talk more in private." He smiled back at her and brought her into his arms and gave her a hug. "I know this is hard for you Rikku, all these mixed emotions. But you've gotta believe me when I tell you that I love you." He said.
"I know, and I do believe you. It's just all so new. I've never NEVER been in a relationship. I've never felt feeling like this. Being in love with you just scares me some." She said trying to hold back the tears forming in her eyes.
He kissed her head softly and pulled her back some to look at her. She looked so tired and worn out.
"Would you like to lie down?" he asked her.
"Yeah I would, but would you mind holding me?" she asked.
He nodded and situated himself on the bed, and brought her into his arms. He noticed that Rikku began to shiver so he pulled a blanket up over them. They sat in silence for some time when Rikku finally broke the silence. "What are we going to do now?" she asked.
"I don't' know. Do you want to keep us a secret for a little bit?" he asked. She nodded and snuggled into his chest listening to his steady heartbeat. "I feel so much better Gippal." She murmured before she finally drifted off to sleep. Gippal just lied there, listening to her slow breathing. He stroked her hair and smiled before closing his eyes.

In the morning, Yuna woke up looking for her cousin. She didn't know where Rikku had run off to in the night, but was a little worried. She went over to where Rikku was supposed to be sleeping, and knocked on it. When she didn't hear anything, she opened it to be greeted by both Rikku and Gippal in bed, clinging to one another.
"Oh my god RIKKU! What do you think you are doing?!" she screeched.
Hearing that, Rikku woke up and saw Yuna, then felt something move at her side, and noticed Gippal. "Oh god it's not what it looks like!" she said. Soon Tidus came running at the sound of his wife's screech, and stopped when he saw Rikku in bed with Gippal. "Wow, never thought I'd see that." He said.
Walking around Cid and Brother noticed Yuna and Tidus standing in a doorway gaping at something.
"Hey Yuna, have you seen that rascal of a daughter of mine?" he asked. He noticed that both she and Tidus stiffened when they heard him. The slowly turned around trying to block his view from that door.
"Uh... well we've sorta seen her." Tidus said.
"What are you two hiding?" He said as he walked over.
"Yes, uh what are youse uh hiding?" brother asked.
"Well um..." Yuna said quietly. Looking over her Cid noticed his daughter sitting up in bed, rearranging her blankets.
"Oh so there you are Rikku!" he said with a smile.
"Uh yeah hey Pops." She said.
Turning around swiftly Tidus and Yuna looked at her and noticed that she held her covers up some to try and hide Gippal. Yuna just hoped that Gippal wouldn't wake up.
"So did you sleep okay?" Cid asked as he tried to enter the room.
"Ah don't come in!" Rikku shrieked. Cid stopped then thought that her voice sounded suspicious.
"What are you hiding Rikku?" he asked.
"Um...nothing." She said with a fake smile.
Suddenly the bed moved, and a groaning Gippal sat up rubbing his head. When his vision focused he saw Yuna and Tidus at the door with Brother and Cid.
"Shit!" he said.
"Rikku! What have you been DOING?" Cid bellowed out.
"I'm gonna KILL YOUSE GIPPAL!" Brother yelled out.
Barging in, Cid grabbed Gippal by the collar as Yuna and Tidus tried with all there might to keep Brother from entering the room.
"What were you doing with my little girl?" he bellowed in Gippal's face covering it with specks of salvia. Cid then pulled back his arm and punched him. The stunned daze that Rikku had been in went away when she heard the sound of her old man's fist hit the man she loved in the face. Suddenly she saw Brother break free from Yuna and Tidus, and saw him running towards Gippal. What was she going to do?

A/N. There, ch. 5 is finished.Hope you like this. This is just the wedding and stuff. NOW THANK YOU'S! Crazy Demon: I don't' know what u mean by Kissing... like in ur review it only said Kissing... AnImE_ReViEwEr: Thanks I hope you like this next chapter. It's full of detail on everything. Liebchen: Thanks again for reviewing my story, and I'm glad that you're still enjoying it. Rikku-Chan: I can't wait to hear what you think about this chapter! Hope you like it. Boggart: Thanks a lot for your review. I'll think about maybe having Tidus and Yuna have twins, then maybe that would add something. Think about Tidus going bald from the stress! As for Paine I'll think about that. Maybe have her kid hand cuffed to a monk maybe instead of a dog. Oh maybe a chocobo instead! LOL. Rikku87: Thanks for your review. It's going well isn't it? Hope you enjoy this chapter. Shadow Reaper: I must thank you for thinking my story is good. It gives me warm fuzzies. (~cheesy cheesy cheesy Teri!~) Hope you enjoy this. I'm having conflicts with what the kids should be, but it's ok, I'll make it funny. Maybe Brother will have a kid...~shudders at the idea of Brother procreating!~ Well Can't wait to hear what you think about this chapter. LYL! ~Teri Baumer~