Chapter 2- Cutting the Cake
"Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to present to you all, Mr. and Mrs. Cedric Diggory!" the DJ announced to the guests waiting in the reception hall. Ginny and Cedric walked through the doors into the room and everyone clapped and cheered.
"The bride and groom will now make their way over to the dance floor for their first dance," the DJ said as Ginny and Cedric walked over to the large wooden dance floor in the middle of the room. "I'll Be" by Edwin McCain started playing out of the speakers and Cedric swept Ginny across the dance floor.
"This is the happiest day of my life Gin, and you've made me the happiest man on earth," Cedric said as he stared into his wife's beautiful brown eyes.
"I can't believe we're finally married. I've been looking forward to this day since you got down on one knee and asked me to marry you," she replied with a smile on her face. Cedric returned it and kissed her softly on the lips.
I'll be
You're crying shoulder
I'll be
Love's suicide
And I'll be
Better when I'm older
I'll be
The greatest fan of your life
The greatest fan of your life
Once the song ended, everyone clapped and they all took their seats. Soon, the food was served and the hall was filled with talking, laughter, and the clinking of the china. Once the plates were cleared, it was time for the best man and the maid of honor to give their speeches. Cedric's best friend Michael Cadwallader stood up.
"Well, I've known Cedric since we started at Hogwarts together in 1989. We instantly became best friends. We played Quidditch together on the Hufflepuff team and Cedric was definitely the best seeker I've ever seen. He's very determined and always goes out of his way to get what he wants. When he told me about Ginny, I was nothing short of happy for him. He had finally found true love. I got to watch them grow together and see the smiles on their faces each time they saw each other. After the war was over, Cedric told me that he and Ginny were getting married. I couldn't have been happier for my best friend. They make the most perfect couple and definitely deserve each other. So, Congratulations Cedric and Ginny. I hope you have many more wonderful and happy times together. Cheers!"
"Cheers!" Everyone echoed as they all sipped their champagne. Hermione stood up and cleared her throat.
"I remember when Ginny first told me about her and Cedric's relationship. I was a little concerned at first because she was so young and he was 4 years older than her, but once I got to know him and I saw how they were together, that concern disappeared. Cedric is a wonderful guy and they are very loving towards each other. That love has never faltered, only grown from the experiences and time they have shared together. They are perfect for each other and even if you had never met them, you could see it in their eyes. Congratulations to my best friend Ginny and her other half, Cedric! Cheers!"
"Cheers!" the crowd said once again as they all sipped their champagne. The night was going so perfectly. Everyone was out on the dance floor having the time of their lives. Ginny danced with Cedric, her dad, Harry, and of course her brothers. She had never been so happy in her life and this was definitely an amazing party. While everyone was dancing to the Weird Sisters "Do the Hippogriff," Cedric pulled Ginny away and out onto the balcony into the starry night.
"Is everything all right?" Ginny asked.
"Everything is perfect love. I just haven't spent one second alone with you today," he said wrapping his arms around her. Ginny sighed.
"Today was such an amazing day. I wish it would never end," she said.
"Gin, we're going to have more amazing days in our life. Just think, this is just the beginning. We're going to be parents one day, and out of that is going to come so much more love and happiness." Ginny smiled and kissed Cedric. Cedric deepened it and soon their hands were roaming. They were so caught up in the moment, they didn't see Ginny's mother come out onto the balcony. She cleared her throat and they immediately separated and blushed.
"Oh don't be embarrassed. You're married, you can do whatever you want. I just recommend you wait till tonight when no one can disturb you. Now, it's time for you two to cut the cake," she said. They followed her inside and went over to the table where their brilliant cake was. It was light blue with flowers and stars on it and on top was Cinderella and prince charming bewitched and dancing across the cake. Ginny chose that top because Cinderella was her favorite fairytale. Ginny and Cedric cut the cake and fed it to each other while laughing and having a great time. Before anyone realized, it was 11:30 and the party was over. Cedric magically sent all of their gifts to the honeymoon suite at the hotel across town and everyone said goodbye.