Hunter and Treyden made love as long as they could go before they got too tired and sore, it had been an a amazing night for them. Treyden couldn't believe that Hunter put the whole anniversary day together to have it lead up to Hunter proposing to him. Now that they were engaged, Treyden and Hunter knew they would have a lot to talk about but it could wait a bit as they took a few days off or at least Hunter had put in for both of them to be out of work until Wednesday. Hunter had been awake since 7 am, Treyden continued to sleep beside him comfortably. Hunter's green eyes glanced over to Treyden's left hand, seeing the engagement ring; it just made it all the more real that it wasn't a dream. Hunter and Treyden had the best date of their lives, got engaged, and had sex for close to three hours.
Treyden began to shift a little as Hunter adjusted so Trey would be able to see him when he opened his eyes. "Good morning," Hunter kissed Trey's forehead with a smile.
"Hi," Trey said sleepily still, then yawned. "What time is it?"
"Little after 7 am. How did you sleep?" Hunter inquired lightly as Treyden sat up slowly and stretched, both of them were still naked.
"Better than I have in years. I don't have words to describe last night. How do I know this isn't a dream?" Treyden questioned.
"Check your finger. We're still engaged, and if this were a dream, we'd still be going at it because there are no limits within the mind," Hunter informed. Treyden looked down and saw the ring resting on his finger and smiled softly, snuggling into Hunter.
"True. I just...it took me by surprise, Hunter. I-I didn't think we were at this stage in our relationship yet," Treyden admitted, "We've never talked about the possibility of marriage,"
"I know. Honestly, Treyden, the idea of proposing came from the fact I don't want to share my life with anyone else but you. I always have my parents, sister, family, friends but those guys are...well I know they won't go anywhere. After my whole depression thing, seeing you stand with and help me through everything when you had every right to leave because I didn't tell you when something was wrong and I saw how scared you looked when you found me at Harry's grave. I saw that didn't want to lose me and when I started feeling better, I never wanted to lose the man who is my best friend, my lover and I want to be with you forever," Hunter explained.
"Now we will be," Treyden smiled as he linked his fingers with Hunter's and the two shared a kiss and then broke it. "So, what do you say to getting dressed and having breakfast because I'm starving," Treyden asked.
"Go on and use the bathroom, I'll start breakfast and go after you," Hunter chuckled. Treyden nodded as he got out of the bed, then grabbed some clothes to throw on; mainly just boxers, shorts, and a t-shirt. Hunter grabbed his boxers and shorts too. It was standard for them to both have things belonging to the other in each other's rooms. However, now that they were engaged, other living arrangements would need to be discussed and also wedding details. There was a lot that would go into this, but Trey and Hunter were sure they could handle it.
Trey went to the bathroom, Hunter got started on their morning meal. Something simple; toast with cinnamon powdered on, fried eggs with a little cheese, then two sausage links each. Hunter just finished plating it up and placing them down with coffee as well when Treyden made his way into the kitchen. The two sat down to enjoy breakfast, after a perfect night; it was leading into a perfect morning too.
(Lunch Hour; Berkton Community College)
The gang was all there, expect Drew and Eddie; both of them were working full time now. The rest of the friends all attended college for something else. Audrey was going out for Psychiatrist, Caitlyn joined the September semester for CNA so it would only be there for a short time. Renee wanted to work with animals, Travis and Shane were going for mechanic. Fisher was attempting to be a doctor and finally, Heather was aiming for small business owner. She liked creating jewelry and wanted to open a booth, then maybe a business to sell it in. Thankfully, they all had lunch together and that time was now.
"Caitlyn, have you heard from your brother?" Heather inquired.
"Well, yesterday was his and Treyden's two year anniversary so I don't assume he'd talk to anyone. I can't believe Andrew, and I will be a full year in June on my birthday," Caitlyn giggled happily while texting Andrew.
"I'm surprised that Hunter let him date you given the age difference," Renee chuckled.
"That's because Andrew went to Hunter first. Before leaving Afghanistan for his leave time to ask Hunter's permission to date you, Caitlyn," Shane snickered, and Caitlyn glared at him, of course, she was aware of that, but she and Andrew had talked about the possibility of dating and Andrew admitted he wanted Hunter's approval first.
"Oh. My. Gods," Audrey said slowly with wide eyes as she was scrolling on her phone, the quickly put it away and opened up her laptop, typing a few things and clicking on the internet then typing in something.
"What is it, Audrey?" Fisher wondered.
"Hunter and Treyden got engaged last night!" Audrey exclaimed. The six other friends scrambled out of their seats and over to see her screen, Audrey was on her social media page looking at Hunter's profile where the Life Event alert read; Hunter Haddock is Engaged to Treyden Fury on Monday, May 17th, 2021 at 7:45 pm. Right under that was Treyden's profile update reading the same thing with a name reversal. With both life events were a picture of Hunter and Treyden kissing, then a shot next to it of Treyden's ring while Hunter and Trey were holding hands.
"Look, more pictures got uploaded of their day together," Travis pointed out. Audrey clicked on the first one and scanned through them seeing everything. The different places for dates, breakfast, and lunch, then the dinner set up in Hunter's room at Trey's place. "Oh, click the video!" Audrey did that, and they watched the dance and then seeing Hunter pop the question.
"Awe, that was so cute!" Renee and Heather squealed. Caitlyn phoned her father right away knowing that they didn't have social media.
"Dad! You'll never guess what happened last night!" brief pause from Caitlyn as she giggled more. "Hunter proposed to Trey, Audrey saw her profile page. Hunter and Trey changed their relationship statuses to engaged and had a lot of pictures up of it, plus a video of the proposal!" she chirped.
(Fury Household)
The boys had been in the middle of discussing possible wedding dates and living arrangements when Hunter got a phone call from his father, ranting and raving about congratulations, and they wanted to celebrate tonight so come over. Hunter chuckled and said that it would have to wait until the end of the week because he and Trey had things to discuss first so to plan for Saturday night or Sunday afternoon. Hunter ended the call and smiles.
"I take it your post, and the status change got everyone's attention?" Treyden laughed a little.
"Everyone in the family and our friends know we're engaged now. Next step is planning the wedding," Hunter stated as Treyden nodded. This was sure to be exciting.
(January 14th, 2022; 5 pm)
Today was the day. Hunter and Treyden's wedding. Yes, it was only eight months later from their engagement, but the two didn't care because they hadn't wanted anything big to celebrate with. Everyone who knew them was aware how in love they were. The entire planning process had been entertaining because not only did they have to plan their wedding, but also living arrangements. Apparently, Hunter and Trey would be getting their own place, so that was among the appointments for rentals, caterers, and tastings.
The first choice made was a date for the wedding; that was selected to be on January 14th, 2022 because it was the date closest to the 17th that fell on a Friday night so they could have their wedding, the reception, and finally leave for their honeymoon. That date was chosen the morning following their engagement and announced formally to family and friends at the small engagement party put on by Dustin, Viola, and Salvatore. The few months following that were apartment searches, a few viewings, speaking to vendors and more. On top of their plans was still work and drill weekend so planning a wedding in eight months, plus trying to find a place to live with so little free time was anything but easy.
However, the Treyden and Hunter managed to pull it off. Trey worked fewer hours; he took charge of researching possible choices for apartments and wedding details. Then Hunter and Trey would sit down with Hunter over dinner to talk about them. Usually, within a few days, they had a choice made. When Thanksgiving and Christmas came around, it was crunch time, but they did it together. It worked out that a new apartment matching everything on their want/need list within the price range and desired area was going to opening up in the beginning of February, so they snatched it up quickly when the realtor informed Hunter and Treyden about it.
The apartment was two bedrooms, one bathroom, and laundry room combination, kitchen, living room and it happened to be the first floor for $1,300.00 a month. First walking in was the living room and across that was the kitchen. The bath and laundry room combination was on a wall after the refrigerator. To the left of the living room was the master bedroom, and then beside that was the secondary guest room which Hunter and Trey were likely going to use for storage or an office since Hunter did bring work home with him sometimes. The living room was beautiful hardwood floors, two windows on the wall with the main door. The kitchen was L-shaped with a breakfast bar and room for a dining room table in the remaining open area of the tiled floor.
There was a utility closet on the wall with the fridge, then around the L-shape was the four burner electric stove/oven duo, counter space, double sink, then breakfast bar with room for four stools. Above the stove top was cabinets and then all along from the stove edge to the end of the bar was cabinets and drawers for storage. Also, there were two windows over the sink and sliding glass door leading to the backyard with a small stone patio and some grass. The laundry/bathroom area was a tub/show combo, next to that was the hookups for a washer and dryer with cabinets above them for storage. Across those two things were the toilet and sink which a mirror over it that slid open for storage too. There was also three drawers and a two door cabinet for the sink too. The toilet just had a stand up metal rack for spare toilet paper, towels, or whatever they wanted to put on it.
The apartment was perfect, so they paid the security to hold it for when renovations were done in February and would pay first months rent when they moved in. That was set in agreement back in October 2021. The rest of the things to do was more wedding plans, but it got Trey and Hunter to where they were now. About to be married as husband and husband. The young males chose to use a rentable hall in Berkton for a time slot of six hours meaning from 4 pm to 10 pm; it was theirs to decorate and use for their guests. Hunter was taking care of the music from his laptop, was easier than having a DJ. The food choice was spaghetti and meatballs or chicken with broccoli and mashed potatoes.
The cake wasn't made by a bakery; Hunter did it himself because no place could do what Treyden and he wanted which got Treyden down until today when Trey saw Hunter's secret project. Hunter built a square, three tier army cake. It took almost a week to perfect, and Hunter worked on it at his parent's house so Treyden wouldn't know. Hunter sculpted all the pieces with edible clay; he made the camo pattern fondant with food coloring and a rolling pin. It was Hunter's surprise for Treyden when they went to the hall this morning to make sure everything was ready for them to set up. Hunter had the workers bring out the cake just to show Treyden, and he cried when he saw it.
Hunter used silver fondant to roll tiny beads and place them together to make the metal chain for holding dog tags, then three bigger tags hanging from it. Two had their names and birthdays, one showing; Haddock, Hunter 2/29/2000. The other revealing; Fury, Treyden 2/13/2000, the third read in five different lines;
HUNTER & TREYDEN:
FRIENDS: JUNE 18, 2016
DATING: MAY 17, 2019
ENGAGED: MAY 17, 2021
MARRIED: JANUARY 14, 2022
Yep, Treyden bawled seeing that because understood the significance of it. The two separate tags were to show who they were before with their birthdays. The third label represented that sixteen years apart and they became the best of friends and battle buddies, a couple, fiances, and finally now, married. It signified that they've been together through everything since they met and were now tying their lives together for the rest of it because they never wanted to live a life without the other one.
Hunter's best man was Shane, then his groomsmen Travis and Fisher. Treyden's best man was Andrew with Conner and Nikolas as groomsmen. Guests were kept to the usual group of people. Salvatore, Viola, Caitlyn, Shane, Shawn, Mikayla, Dustin, Gregory, Audrey, Renee, Fisher, Heather, Travis, Eddie, Drew, Andrew, Asher(Conqueror), Caleb(Berserker), Brady(Nightmare), Conner, Nikolas. Even Amber, Amanda, Danielle, and Zander showed up, original members of Striker One. Hunter and Trey couldn't not invite them. Harry, Theo, Jay, and Liz were there in spirit but given the recognition by using a photo of Striker One with Harry when they first arrived there. Big picture on display by the Striker One table which was close to Hunter and Treyden's private table. Everything was perfect, this was going to be a night to always remember and it was starting now.
"You ready, son?" Sal asked Hunter who was dressed in his army formals; Trey would be wearing a white tuxedo. The minister was standing by Hunter and Sal too.
"I've been ready for a long time," Hunter replied with a smile. Andrew poked his head out and gave a thumbs up to Shane who nodded.
"Alright, Uncle Sal. Time to get to your seat," Shane stated as Sal moved back to his seat and next to Viola and Caitlyn. The minister took his position as gathered everyone's attention.
"I'm going to ask that everyone takes their seats as we're going to begin," the man, Daxter Bludvist, informed. (Yes, Drago is being portrayed as the minister. I needed a name, his popped in first. Deal with it :p)
Everyone took their seats and quieted down as Hunter pressed a button on his watch and the music played lightly. First out of the room was Conner and Nikolas, behind them came Andrew. Last, it was Treyden wearing his all-white suit. Well, it wasn't all white but different shades to give some contrast. Hunter smiled broadly at the sight of his soon to be husband; this was it, in about fifteen minutes, they would be married. Conner, Nikolas, and Andrew took their places and then Hunter put his hand out to Treyden when he got closer and brought up over and across from him.
"You know, I can't wait to rip that suit off you later tonight and ravage you like never before," Hunter teased as Treyden blushed furiously.
"You will do no such thing; I'd like to keep this one in good condition," Treyden remarked quietly.
The guests started to laugh a little. "Fine, I'll leave the suit alone, but you didn't say no to the ravaging," Hunter grinned which made Trey's blush worse.
"You're terrible," Trey responded.
Hunter took Trey's hands and kissed the knuckles, "And you're about to marry me knowing that full well. There's still time to back out if you want," Hunter said.
"Never. I want you forever and always," Treyden smiled.
"So what do you say we do this and start our future?" Hunter linked his fingers to Treyden's with a soft, loving smile.
"We started it the day we met; I say we just keep going," Treyden replied.
"That's an idea I can get behind. Let's keep going," Hunter nodded as they stared into each other's eyes. "Take it away, Minister Bludvist," he invited.
"Right away, Mr. Haddock. Thank you to the friends and family that are here today to celebrate the union of Hunter and Treyden. This occasion not only marks the beginning of their marriage commitment together, but it is a commemoration of the love nurtured and shared between these two. Together, they embark today on a new life together, built on the foundations of trust, communication, compassion, mutual respect, and of course, love." the man took a breath facing the guests. "If there is anyone in attendance who has cause to believe that this couple should not be joined in marriage, you may speak now or forever hold your peace,"
Hunter's gaze seemed to skim the crowd, daring someone to talk and say he shouldn't marry Treyden. Everyone remembered what happened the last time someone tried to speak about their feelings regarding the matter. Viola almost got herself arrested by her own son when she didn't support his decision or sexual orientation. Today was NOT that day to piss Hunter off because someone might die and then he'd skip town or even the island to avoid prison.
"Perfect! Seeing as you've...already joined hands. Hunter Haddock, do you take Treyden Fury as your cherished husband, in front of these witnesses, and promise to stay by his side through sickness and health, for richer or poorer, joy and sorrow, so long as you both shall live?" Daxter asked looking at Hunter.
"Been there and done that. I made that promise a long time ago, so yes, I do," Hunter replied as he saw his father shake his head. Of course, Hunter would say something that was not in the script. But hey, it was Hunter, he never did what he was supposed to do.
"Well said. Treyden Fury, do you take Hunter Haddock as your cherished husband, in front of these witnesses, and promise to stay by his side through sickness and health, for richer or poorer, joy and sorrow, so long as you both shall live?" Daxter turned his head to Treyden.
"Without a doubt I do," Treyden stated.
"May I have the rings please?" Daxter asked as Shane pulled them out of his jacket and handed them to the man who held them up to the crowd. "The wedding rings perfectly symbolize the never-ending love you two have for each other. By exchanging these rings, you solidify a lifelong commitment to one another. The rings serve as a welcome and constant reminder of the bond you've formed with your partner. Please repeat after me: I, Treyden, give you, Hunter this ring as a symbol of my enduring love. Just as the circle of the ring completes itself, so you complete me."
Daxter handed Treyden the black, thick, band as Trey took it and held Hunter's left hand in his right. "I, Treyden, give you, Hunter this ring as a symbol of my enduring love. Just as the circle of the ring completes itself, so you complete me." he slid the ring onto Hunter's finger. Daxter handed the smaller band to Hunter.
"I don't need the repeat," Hunter took Trey's left hand in his right and started slipping the ring into place. "I, Hunter, give you, Treyden this ring as a symbol of my enduring love. Just as the circle of the ring completes itself, so you complete me." the two locked hands again as Daxter smiled.
"Hunter and Treyden, by the power vested in me by the city of Archi Island, I am pleased to pronounce you husband and husband, sealed together today both in law and in love," Daxter paused as Hunter looked at him as if to tell him to give permission he could kiss Treyden. "Yes, yes. You can kiss him now," Without wasting another moment, Hunter let go of Treyden's hands, snaked one of his arms around Treyden's back the brought him close to his figure and Hunter kissed him deeply and passionately. They'd done it, finally married! This kiss sealed of their vows.
