5YL Let the Encore Commence

Part 93

Aware of what was happening later on in the day, Blaine and Sebastian's friend found quite a bit of amusement in their documentation of how they were spending the off-day. While there where their typical posts to their private social media, Blaine was also using his public profile as well. Based on what was being posted, those not aware, simply were seeing Blaine enjoying a day off with his husband. "Are you sure you don't have an alternative agenda today, Killer?" Sebastian asked as he glanced over at his husband who posted another picture.

"I have no clue what you could be alluding to?" Blaine replied, yet the smile on his face spoke volumes. "I'm merely giving my fans what they want, a bit more insight into how I spend my time when not performing."

"While that's what your fans see, you know someone else won't."

"He's not supposed to be seeing any of this, remember?" Blaine responded before rolling onto his side to look at Sebastian. "But should he stumble across them, he'll see we're enjoying all life has to offer, together."

"People could say I'm a bad influence on you."

"If they do, then they see me as the naïve teenager I once was, not the man I am now." Blaine then leaned closer for a kiss. "For the record, you're a wonderful influence on me."

"Thank you for the clarification." Sebastian told him while placing his sunglasses atop his head. "I need to hear that on occasion."

"Bas, you're no more the boy you were back then, than I am." Blaine then glanced to the side where Cooper was relaxing beneath an umbrella. "We should probably start getting ready, last thing we want is to get him there late."

"Do you really think your parents would let that happen?" A response which earned a laugh in response. "That's what I thought. Is it wrong that I'm not quite ready to head in?"

"Not at all, since this has been a relatively perfect day, which we needed."

"We certainly did." Sebastian said before sitting up. "Remind me when we get home, to take time to breathe occasionally, regardless of how I may protest given everything that's going on."

"Deal, now let's get this show on the road."

The timing of their return to the hotel reinforced Sebastian's earlier comment as Kate was waiting for the three of them at the top of the staircase. "I was beginning to think you three forgot you had someplace to be." She said to them before giving them each a kiss on the cheek before they headed inside. "For your information, things are pretty quiet on the rumor front according to Jennifer."

"You spoke to my publicist?" Blaine asked, to which she nodded. "Let me guess, she called you when I didn't answer." Again, Kate nodded in response. "Sorry."

"Don't be, you are entitled to a little peace and quiet." She told him. "Plus, if it was important, she would've made a point of making contact with you." Kate proceeded to look at Cooper. "Are you ready?"

"Ready as one can be." Cooper replied. "Be forewarned though, I can easily foresee myself forgetting my vows."

"If you do, only you would know." Sebastian chimed in. "Speak from your heart. In that moment, it's all about you and Whitney."

"And what if no one else can hear me?"

"Whitney is the only one that matters." Blaine told him. "I'm sure there were parts of our vows people couldn't hear." To which, Cooper and Kate nodded. "Everyone will understand, I promise."

"They're right." Kate said to him. "Honored as everyone is to be there, to share this moment, they know who it's all about."

"In case you're wondering, my written vows, didn't match what I said to B."

"Nor did mine, as everything changed in that moment, standing before one another." Blaine then looked around. "Where's Dad?"

"He went to the venue with Scott to make sure everything was taken care of, they should be back soon." The four of them then stopped in front of Cooper's room. "Should any of you need anything, I'm just down the hall." Seeing Cooper tilt his head, she smiled. "Humor me, okay?" She then gave him a kiss. "Now get a move on it, don't want to keep your love waiting."

After he opened the door, Kate headed down the hall to finish getting ready. "Once I get to our room, I'll give the rest of the guys a call." Blaine told him before brushing an imaginary piece of lint from his shoulder. "Breathe."

"Easier said than done."

"We know." Sebastian replied. "But know, everything you're feeling disappears the moment you lay eyes on her."

"Something I'm looking forward to."

"Which is where part of the anxiety you're feeling is coming from." Blaine said to him.

"How'd you each know?"

"We all knew, Mom just knew not to push, she trusted us, to take care of you. Now, go take a long shower, we'll see you in an hour." Cooper smiled, before heading inside to start getting ready. "Guess we should take my advice as well." Sebastian responded with a kiss. "What was that for?"

"Because I wanted to." Sebastian told him as they proceeded down the hall. "All this talk, is, you know."

"I do." Blaine said to him before reaching for his key, as Sebastian chuckled. "Not the best choice of words."

"No, it was perfect." Sebastian replied, before making his way through the now open door. "Don't know why I suddenly became self-conscious considering we weren't so during the conversation. I want them to have the same privacy we did."

"Same, which is why I'm grateful Coop and Whitney agreed to let Scott take the lead regarding security."

"They did so because they trust Scott knows what he's doing." Sebastian told him as he began to undress. "Scott managed to ensure our wedding flew under the radar, which isn't easy given your fans are a bit…"

"Over zealous at times." Blaine said in response, earning him a smile. "Outside of those few moments, they're respectful, while enthusiastic."

"Exactly, and not everyone is that lucky." Sebastian then leaned in for a kiss. "Care to join me?"

"I'll be in shortly, want touch base with the guys first."

"Alright, don't keep me waiting long."

"I'll try not to."

Blaine kept true to his word and didn't keep Sebastian waiting long. Even with doing so, the two were essentially ready when there was a knock on their door. Upon opening it, Sebastian simply stepped aside to let Cooper in, who had his tie in hand. "Would one of you mind helping me?" Cooper asked as Sebastian closed the door behind him. "For as often as I've done this lately, I can't seem to get it right."

"Not surprising." Blaine said in response, as he walked towards Cooper. "I couldn't do mine on my wedding day either." A statement which put Cooper at ease as Blaine took ahold of the tie. "Any particular reason you guys are waiting to leave for your honeymoon?" He asked, hoping to distract him a bit.

"We have a few commitments, or I do, which couldn't be rescheduled." Cooper told him. "And Sebastian, thank you for the list of places we need to go."

"My pleasure." Sebastian replied, as he watched Blaine. "Last thing I wanted is for the two of you to look like tourists in a city which holds a piece of my, our hearts."

"And while you don't necessarily want to do tourist things, some are a must." Blaine chimed in, before stepping back to take a look at his work. "Hence, why a few of those things are on the list."

"I figured as much when I saw them." Cooper said. "One question, how did you guys manage to get us some of those reservations, because when I called, they were completely booked?"

"Connections are a wonderful thing." Sebastian replied before reaching for his camera to take a picture of the brothers. "Should you need anything else, don't bother to call my cousin, she's happy to help facilitate."

"I'll keep that in mind." He told him, before he and Blaine posed for the picture. "This is really happening, isn't it?"

"It is." Blaine replied. "Any last minute doubts?"

"I don't think I've ever been so certain of anything, in my life." Cooper said to him in response. "Also, I don't know how I'm ever going to thank either of you for helping me through this."

"You don't need to." Blaine told him, a statement which Sebastian echoed. "It's what brothers do."

"We've come a long way, haven't we Squirt."

"We sure have." Before anything else could be said, there was a knock at the door once again, this time it was the parents. Since the photographer was with Whitney and her bridesmaids, Sebastian happily snapped a few pictures to document the moment before they headed on their way.

Upon arriving at the venue, the limo pulled around to the back to drop everyone off, while the guests entered at the main entrance. Once the parents exited, Scott poked his head inside. "You can rest easy, things are quiet."

"Are you sure?" Cooper asked.

"Yes, and your brother knows I wouldn't say something which isn't true." Scott said to him. "The rest of your groomsmen arrived a few minutes ago and are waiting for you."

"And Whitney?"

"On her way." After he replied he stepped back to allow the three of them to exit. "I'm going to go back to my rounds, but should you need anything, don't hesitate to call."

"Will do." Blaine replied, as Cooper looked around as he could see the ceremony set-up from where they were. "Scott, thank you." Scott nodded, before heading off, leaving the three of them alone. "Is there anything you need?"

"You have the rings, right?" Cooper asked.

"I do." Blaine said with a token pat to his pocket. "Ready to go meet up with the guys?" Cooper nodded, before taking a deep breath. "Ready?"

"Let's go." After he spoke, he watched as Blaine and Sebastian shared a kiss, before Sebastian went to join the others. "He didn't have to leave."

"I know, but he thought we could use this moment." Blaine told him before they headed down the path where the others were waiting for them. "You do know, if things were different when Bas and I…"

"I do." Cooper said reassuringly. "I'm sorry for acting the way I did when I first met him, but I…"

"We understood." Blaine chimed in, much as Cooper had, not allowing him to finish. "Bas knew why you were acting the way you were. I'm just glad you weren't offended by his bluntness."

"He won me over with the way he responded. No matter what I said, he made it clear where he stood regarding you." Cooper replied. "Again, sorry for my less than stellar timing."

"We survived." His answer making Cooper laugh. "I truly hope Whitney brings you every bit of happiness and love, that Bas brings me."

"She does, she's my angel."

"Make sure she knows it."

"I do." This time, Blaine laughed. "Consider it, rehearsal."

"If you say so."

"I…" Cooper didn't finish, as it became clear Blaine set him up. "Cute, real cute, Squirt."

"You keep calling me Squirt, and I'm going to tweak my speech for the reception."

"You wouldn't."

"Do you really want to tempt fate?"

"Not really, as I prefer some things, to stay between us." He then gave Blaine a nudge.

"Good call."

While the brothers talked, Sebastian couldn't help but look around, as he didn't want any prying eyes ruining this moment. Not only for Cooper and Whitney's sake, knowing full and well, Blaine would blame himself, even if he wasn't the cause. "Champagne?" Victoria said softly, before handing a glass to her son. "Want to talk?"

"How'd you know I needed this?" Sebastian responded, before thanking her. "Am I that obvious?"

"No, even your Dad thought I was reading too much into your expression." She said before slipping her arm through his. "How is Cooper?"

"About as well as one would expect, but he's in excellent hands." Sebastian told her. "How are Patrick and Kate?"

"Grateful, as it's nice having moments of this nature in the midst of everything else they've been dealing with." Victoria replied. "While they know you and Blaine are happy…"

"Everything else gets to them occasionally."

"We try our best not to let it."

"We know, but sometimes it's difficult." She then pressed a kiss to his cheek. "I don't have the words to fully express how proud I am, particularly in regards to how you've handled everything..." Victoria stopped as Sebastian sighed. "I'm sorry, now is not the place."

"It wasn't the topic, but I don't deserve credit."

"Sebastian."

"Mom, everything I do, and say pertaining things, is about Blaine. Nothing else matters, so…"

"You have your Dad's disposition, so I know this isn't easy for you, hence, why I'm proud of you."

"Since you put it that way, thank you." He replied, before taking a sip of champagne. "By chance, do you know what Dad's schedule looks like for next week?" After asking, he glanced towards his Dad who was speaking with Patrick.

"He's in court on Tuesday, from there, it's up in the air." Victoria told him. "A lot depends on how things go on Tuesday. Should I be concerned?"

"If it was something to be concerned about, would I have even broached the topic with you, especially here?" Upon seeing her smile, he did so in return. "That's more like it. Today is a happy occasion, no need to worry or be concerned."

"Yet…"

"Mom, it's a part of my life which is hard to ignore, particularly today. For the record, talking about it doesn't bother me, for the most part. The only times I tend to get upset, is after he's attacked B. Otherwise, his comments are nothing more than noise."

"You've truly grown into a remarkable young man."

"Thank you. I only wish it didn't take me quite so long to get this perspective regarding what matters."

Once they were all asked to take their seats, it didn't take long for the guests to get settled so the ceremony could begin. As the guys took their places before the arch, Sebastian recognized the look on Cooper's face all too well. It was one of love and anticipation, eager to see the one you intend to spend the rest of your life with. The moment the music changed, Cooper's stance did as well, as Whitney's bridesmaids made their entrance. One by one they took their places, before the music changed again, and the guests rose to their feet.

There was no doubt the moment Cooper laid eyes on Whitney, as his entire expression changed, and rightfully so as she looked breathtaking. After handing her bouquet off to her maid of honor, she took ahold of Cooper's hand. "You look, beautiful." Cooper said softly.

"Thank you. You look rather handsome yourself." Whitney replied while giving his hand a squeeze. "Ready?"

"Absolutely." Cooper told her, before they looked at pastor and smiled, signaling they were ready to begin. Similar to other weddings, he spoke about how they were about to make a commitment before family and friends, affirming the love they have for one another. Once it was time to exchange vows, Blaine reached into his pocket and presented the rings. "Whitney, I can't even begin to tell you how long it took me to find the right words to express what you mean to me. You see, I wasn't blessed with the same way with words, others in my family have." He proceeded to glance over his shoulder at Blaine, who simply shook his head, before giving him a nudge to continue. "You brought a light into my life, which I didn't know was missing.

You gave me perspective, during a time in my life which it was definitely needed. A belief that no matter how bad things may seem, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. This next sentiment is going to sound familiar, as someone we love spoke it. Whitney, you are my anchor. You do not weigh me down, you give me something to hold on to. Which in my life, is needed more than one might realize. I never believed I'd find love, let alone the love I found with you. I love you, Whitney, with all my heart and soul." Cooper then reached up, to gently wipe a tear from her eye as she took a deep breath.

"So much for not having a way with words, huh." Whitney teased before beginning, softening Cooper's expression even more. "One of the things I love most about you, is how freely you live your life. For that relates to so many parts of you, as you love so completely. You've brought a light into my life as well. For too often I was caught up in work, and was forgetting to live. That all changed the day you came into my life, and my life is substantially better since then.

I was always told that when you start falling in love, to look at the way the other treats their family, as it will give you a glimpse into your own life. The love your family shares, is special in so many ways. And I've seen with my own eyes, the ends of the Earth you'll all go for one another. You treated me with the same love and respect that you give your family, and for that I feel extremely blessed.

You are my light, my heart, and I can't wait to spend the rest of our lives, showing you wait you mean to me. I love you, Cooper."

Whitney barely finished, when Cooper took a deep breath, as it was all he could do to stop the tears he was holding back. Once he composed himself, they each took ahold of the others ring, and repeated after the pastor, then slipped the ring on the other's finger. "It is my honor to present to you, Cooper and Whitney Anderson, you may now kiss." A statement they didn't hesitate to act on, which their family and friends applauded. Once the kiss ended, they took ahold of each other's hands, before making their way up the aisle followed by the bridal party.

It didn't take long for their families to join them as their ceremony was rather intimate, with others joining for the reception. "I can't believe they're both married now." Kate said softly to Patrick, as she watched her sons interact, along with their spouses. "It seems like so long ago, this was nothing but a dream, yet…"

"Proof, that no matter how dark those times were, there was a light at the end of the tunnel." Patrick replied while slipping his arm around her. "I know I said this earlier, but you look incredible."

"Blaine and Sebastian truly outdid themselves." Kate happily replied. "I want to continue feeling like this, yet…"

"Enjoy the moment, there's plenty of time for everything else later. Today is all about Cooper and Whitney." He said before leaning in to press a kiss to her cheek. "I know how you feel, there's something to be said seeing our boys so happy."

"There certainly is." She told him before nodding at Blaine who'd motioned for them to join them. "Guess it's time to memorialize this day."

"Lead the way."