Hey guys, I can't believe that we are at this point of our story; it is just feels so gratifying! I love how far we have come and I can't wait to see what you think of this story. Again sorry for the delay in getting these chapters to you, much love, RSD xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox.
*Epilogue*
When my eyes slowly rolled out of sleep I noted that Ben was watching me sleep; he was currently running his fingers through my hair and when his eyes met mine a warm smile spread across his face. I began to question why me and Ben weren't snuggled together like we were when we fell asleep; but I quickly told myself that I knew the answer. Ben had obviously gone to the toilet in the middle of the night and upon his return he was unable to cuddle back into me - so he settled for lying close to me on my left hand side.
"Have you been awake long?" I yawned as I slowly opened my eyes fully.
"No" he muttered.
"So you have just been watching me?" I questioned.
"Of course" he answered. "A perfect view" he teased as he stopped running his fingers through my hair and instead cupped the back of my head with his left hand.
"Really?" I pressed incredulously. "So you were perving on me then?" I teased. "As the duvet was around my waist; so you could see my chest" I smirked at him.
"I know" he smirked. "But I wasn't perving on you baby" he sang.
"I know" I replied. "I was only teasing you" I winked.
"You little minx!" he exclaimed. "Come here" he said as he nodded towards himself. I then giggled as I slid over across to him and I snuggled into his chest and we cuddled back together.
"Excited for today?" I enquired.
"Of course!" he exclaimed. "What about you?" he questioned.
"A little nervous" I admitted.
"Why?" he asked as he looked down at me.
"I don't know" I said. "Isn't it normal to be nervous?" I returned.
"A little" he nodded. "Just as long as I don't have anything to worry about" he teased but I could tell by the look in his eyes that he was actually wondering whether he did have anything to worry about.
"No" I confirmed. "Don't worry Ben; I'm not about to run away" I added hoping that this would reassure him.
"Good" he smiled. "As if you could anyway" he stated happily.
"Probably not no" I agreed as I started to feel tired again. "And even if I managed it you would only find me" I stated.
"Of course" he repeated. "So we could talk it out; and see where we would go from there" he added.
"Yeah" I said as I rolled over onto my front of my eyes started to roll into sleep.
"But I don't need to worry about that" I heard him say as I started to drift back off to sleep. "Do I?" he questioned which caused me to grunt. "Mal!" he exclaimed. "Mal wake up!" he instructed as he lightly shook my right shoulder.
"What?" I snapped as I slowly opened my eyes and I was met with a look of concern from Ben.
"Do I?" he urged.
"Do you what?" I asked.
"Need to worry" he answered.
"About what?" I returned.
"You running away" he replied and I looked up and down his face and I can see why he was worried. Given the fact that I hadn't answered him and the history of me running away after certain arguments - but surely he knew that he didn't have anything to worry about, deep down?
"No Ben" I confirmed. "You have nothing to worry about" I clarified and I watched as the concern started to ebb away from his face. "Can I go back to sleep now?" I teased trying to make light of the situation.
"Yeah" he said. "Sorry" he quickly apologised. "Just when you didn't answer" he shrugged.
"I know baby" I answered. "How about we spoon and I cuddle into you?" I offered.
"Hmmm" he purred. "I like the sound of that" he advised as he rolled onto his left side. I then slid over to him and wrapped my arms and legs around him.
"I love you Ben" I stated as we cuddled tightly together like this.
"I love you too Mally" I heard him answer before he pressed a kiss against my right upper arm which made me smile.
"I know we need to get up in an hour but a short nap like this is perfect" I meekly smiled.
"Yeah" I heard him agree. "Or an hour cuddle if we don't fall asleep" he offered.
"Yeah" I agreed. "Well I'm sorry to say baby-" I began before pressing a kiss against the top of his head. "I think I will be napping as you enjoying the cuddle. I think everything is catching up on me and I'm so tired" I explained.
"Me too" he answered. "Sleep my perfect dragon" he added.
"Hmmm" I hummed. It didn't take very long with us lying in silence before I slipped back into a perfect slumber. The last thing on my mind before I succumbed to sleep was the fact that I was loving being cuddled into the strong and broad back of my perfect Beast.
When my eyes rolled out of sleep I couldn't stop a large grin spread across my face at the sight before me. Me and Ben were still in the same position whoever he was curled more tightly together; and he was growling in his sleep.
I loved seeing Ben so peaceful and carefree like this; and I watched him in absolute awe as I began to run my fingers through his already messy hair. I then fell into silence as I began to watch him sleep; and I closed my eyes as I began to enjoy being in his company like this.
"Mal" I heard him mutter.
"Aha?" I muttered back and I heard him start growling in his sleep again. It was at this point when I noticed that he was still asleep and I couldn't stop myself giggle meekly at this - he obviously was dreaming about me. "Yes I am here" I told him before I pressed a kiss against the top of his head.
I heard him sigh in his sleep as I snuggled back into him; however before I could enjoy our current state I felt a stabbing protest from my bladder with told me that I needed the toilet. So I slowly and very carefully slid away from him and climbed off the bed; I smiled to myself as I walked around the bed and towards our bathroom. I smiled at Ben for a few seconds before I quietly left the room - fully believing that I had just fallen even more in love him, if that was even possible.
When I walked back into our bedroom I was shocked to see that Ben was now sitting up in bed waiting for me. I hoped that I hadn't woke him up - I had tried to be as quiet and careful as I could.
"Morning" he said happily as he watched me make my way back towards my side of the bed.
"Morning" I replied as I climbed onto the bed and back under the covers. "Sorry did I wake you?" I questioned.
"No" he answered. "I was just worried when I woke up and you weren't here; but I then heard the toilet flush so I knew I had nothing to worry about" he explained.
"Nope!" I said. "You know that you never will have anything to worry about" I told him as my eyes noted the time on his bedside clock. "We probably need to get ready in ten minutes" I whined as I threw myself back onto my pillows.
"I know" he sighed. "Then it is official after today" he said eagerly.
"Yeah" I agreed. "Everyone will know about the date we want to get married, our name and our estate, then the planning will start" I grinned.
"Then the rest of our lives" he replied lovingly.
"Yep!" I exclaimed.
"Come here you" he advised and he pulled me back into a hug. "Let's have a few minutes before we have to go get ready" he advised.
*Ok my love" I answered as we cuddled tightly together. We then started to enjoy being in our own seclusion; just enjoying each other's company before our very busy day started.
After cuddling for a few short but very perfect and loving minutes we then unwilling untangled ourselves from each other to go and get dressed for our day.
When me and Ben got ready we decided that we wanted to make a statement; as it was an important day and a start of a new era. I got ready into a smart, dark purple skirt with a light purple blouse and a pair of dark purple heels. However I had decided to wear a dark purple waistcoat to link myself to Ben. I also tied my hair into a bun and slid a sliver dragon slide into the right hand side of the bun.
Ben, on the other hand, was wearing his usual dark blue suit with white shirt however there was a very obvious change; he was now wearing a dark purple waistcoat that matched my suit perfectly. He placed his crown onto his now neatly arranged hair, and finished the ensemble off by wearing a pair of smart black shoes.
"You look beautiful" I heard Ben say as I was pulling my shoes on as I was sat on the foot of our bed.
"Why thank you" I teased as I looked up at him to see him leaning against the back of the couch in our bedroom.
"Do you think people will see the link?" he questioned.
"Probably" I agreed as I stood up and started to walk towards him. "You look very handsome Beastie" I flirted as I stood in front of him.
"Why thank you" he teased mimicking my voice as I wrapped my arms around his neck. "My consort thinks so too" he teased further.
"Lucky girl" I muttered and I watched him wink at me. I watched as a playful glint entered his eyes before he eagerly pressed a kiss against my lips that we both happily fell into. It might have been just a short kiss but it felt perfect; and I couldn't help but giggle at Ben when he pulled away and he had my lipstick on his lips.
"What?" he asked in confusion.
"Hang on" I chuckled as I quickly used both of my thumbs to wipe my dark red lip stick from his lips.
"Oh I see" he noted after I had finished.
"Yeah" I agreed. "Can't have you walking around messy" I teased as I placed both of my hands onto his chest.
"Nope" he replied as he wrapped his arms around my waist just as we heard a knock on the door.
"Come in!" Ben called and we both watched as Belle opened the door.
"Everyone is seated and they are waiting for you" she advised.
"Ok" Ben answered and I nodded at this. "We are ready now" he advised as we stepped apart from each other. He then offered me his right arm and I smiled as I slid my left hand onto it; we both then followed Belle out of our suite - both of us very eager to get things started.
When me and Ben walked into the main ballroom after Belle the room went silent and they stood up; this reaction was still something that I wasn't used to - even after all this time. The whole room watched as we both took to our seats before they started with their general chatter and sitting back down.
It was at this point when Mrs Potts and her staff came hurrying into the room to take our breakfast orders; and as I looked over the sea of people I couldn't sense an ounce of malice or envy - which took me very off guard. It would seem that thinks were finally going mine and Ben's way - finally!
After we had all finished our breakfasts Ben stood up and I watched as the whole room went silent so their King could address them. I couldn't help but smile at the sight of the commitment and devotion that the people of Auradon had for their King; as I knew that this meant a great deal to Ben as well.
"Thank you for all being here today-" Ben started. "Starting from today we are one united kingdom" he continued proudly. "Together we will work towards a unified peace for our kingdom; I know that under my parents their rule was peaceful" he finished as he smiled fondly to his parents. "But me and my consort want to do things our way; and to keep the peace of this Kingdom the forefront of our ruling" he advised proudly as he looked back towards our guests. "And we both are looking very forward to working with you all" he continued. "And we both intend to sign our marriage contract today before you all; which is something that we are both very eager to share with you all" he finished happily before he sat down. The room then erupted into clapping and cheering at this and I felt Ben wrap his arm around my shoulders, causing me to look at him.
"Was that ok?" he questioned as the room started to quieten down.
"Yes my love" I answered. "Very masterful and kingly" I teased and I watched as a large grin spread across his face. I then pushed my face forward and pressed a brief kiss against his lips. When I pulled away I couldn't help but note the look of absolute love in his eyes before he pulled me back towards him and he pressed a kiss against the top of my head.
Me and Ben then broke apart and began to enjoy our coffee and biscuits as we started to get ready for our meeting. I couldn't lie to myself and say that I wasn't nervous because I was; everything had been leading up until today. And now that fact that it was finally here was overwhelming for me - I had found my soul mate and best friend, something I thought I may have never found, but I was very grateful for this chance and I wasn't going to take it for granted.
"Please stand for the King and his Consort!" I heard the herald call after the council had already taken to their seats. I watched as the door in front of me and Ben opened and we both walked through it hand in and towards our seats. It felt weird to sit up here with Ben; as I was used to sitting with my family; it unnerved me to sit at the head of the table with all eyes on me and Ben.
"Please sit!" the herald instructed and I watched as the full council sat down into their seats.
"First of all attendance" Ben said as he looked around the room and he nodded towards the herald to start.
"First of all we have His Royal Highness, King Benjamin Florian Adams of Auradon residing the meeting" the herald started and I watched as Ben's trademark smile spread across his face.
"Next to him is his consort, Dame Maleficent Bertha Faery, Knight of the House of Beast, who is also representing the Isle of the Lost" the herald continued and I felt my stomach flutter at this and I waved to the council nervously.
"Next we have King Elder Adam Adams and Queen Elder Belle supporting them" the herald continued. I then noticed this change; Adam and Belle had supported me and Ben a lot since Ben had become King. And by the looks of it this is how it was going to be from now on; they were going to be there for us; but not as involved as before.
"Next of all-" the herald began. "Presenting Apheliotia is King Quasimodo, Queen Madellanie and Prince Leroy" he added and we all watched as the three of them nodded at this.
"Presenting the Borderlands is Queen Merida, Prince Harris, Prince Hubert and Prince Hamish!" echoed around the room; and I watched as she did her famous fist pump into the air while her brothers waved to us all.
"Presenting Camelot Heights is Prince Edward, Queen Nancy, Prince Richard and Princess Elizabeth!" I then heard and I watched as they all also waved to everyone.
"Presenting Charmington and Cinderellasberg is King Prince Charmington, Queen Cinderella Charming, Prince Chad Charming, Sir Lucifer, Dame Pom-Pom, Sir Bruno and Sir Major!" then sounded around the room as I looked over to them. They all warmly smiled to the room but even I could tell that they were missing Sir Gus and Sir Jac. Ben had told me in private that the pair of them had to miss the coronation and this meeting due to ill health. I didn't press the matter any further; but in this moment I could see that their party was missing them.
"Presenting East Riding is Sultan Aladdin, Sultana Jasmine, Prince Azis, Sir Gene, Sir Magic Carpet and Sir Abu!" the herald called breaking me out of my train of thought.
"Presenting Faraway is Prince Consort, Eugene Fitzherbert, Princess Rapunzel, Sir Pascal and Sir Maximus!" the herald continued and we were met with an eager nod from this party in response to their introduction.
"Presenting The Great Wall of China is Emperor Li Shang, Empress Milan and Princess Lonnie!" the herald called and I moved my eyes over to them to see them all smile at the room.
"Presenting the Isle of the Lost is Sir Jay Jafar, Sir Carlos De Ville and Dame Evie Grimhilde!" I heard and as I looked over to my family and they all nodded at the room.
"Presenting Lone Keep is Prince Naveen, Princess Tiana, Miss Charlotte La Bouff, Louis, James and Ray!" I heard sound around the room as I looked down at the table in front of me and Ben.
"Presenting Neverland, Skull Island and Hook's Bay is King Peter Pan, Queen Tinkerbelle, the Lost Boys, the mermaids, the Piccanniny Tribe and the Darling-Branning Family!" the herald erupted; and I looked up to see them all eagerly and happily wave over to us all.
"Presenting North Riding and The Summerlands is King Ferdinand and Queen Snow White!" the herald stated; and I watched as the pair of them meekly smiled at us all.
"Presenting Olympus is Zeus, Hera, Hercules, Athena and Meg!" I heard the herald say and when my eyes landed on them I noticed that they meekly waved and smiled at us. I could sense that they were still taking what had happened during our visit and the trial very hard. I could only hope with time that they would be able to get some solace and peace from it - even though it might take some time.
"Presenting Schwarzwald is Queen Else, Princess Anna, Prince Consort Kristoff, Olaf and Sven!" the herald continued which made them nod at this.
"Presenting Sea of Ariel is King Eric, Queen Ariel, Princess Melody, Sebastian and Scuttle!" the herald stated.
"Presenting South Riding is King Philip, Queen Aurora and Princess Audrey!" the herald called; and I watched as they all waved fondly to the room.
Presenting Tridon's Bay is King Tridon!" the herald quickly called as he quickly moved the proceedings on.
"Presenting Westerly is Emperor Kuzco, Empress Malina, Sir Pacha, Dame Chicha, Yupi, Chaca, Tipo, Kronk, Bucky and Miss Birdwell!" the herald shouted and we saw them all wave and smile at us all.
"Presenting Winter's Keep is Prince Consort, John Rolfe, Princess Pocahontas and Prince Nashoba Yuma!" the herald continued; and they all nodded meekly at us.
"Presenting the Sidekick Council!" the herald state and they all either smiled or waved at us all. I couldn't stop a large grin spread across my face as I watched all of their eager and happy faces across the other side of the room.
"Finally presenting the Fairy Council!" the herald finished; and I watched as Fairy Godmother and Jane joined in with the rest of her council by waving and smiling warmly at us all which finished the introductions to our meeting.
"Now that everyone has been sworn into the meeting we can now begin-" Ben started. "I would like to offer my congratulations to King Phillip, Queen Aurora, King Peter and Queen Tinkerbelle once more officially" he offered; and I watched as all four of them grinned at this. "The council of this kingdom are very happy for you" he finished happily.
"Moving on-" he began again. "I know that I have already mentioned this to you all; but we have to have this noted officially. So please bear with me" he advised. "My consort states that she has a claim to her mother's castle at Bald Mountain and she would like to obtain control and ownership of it-" he said. "Conversations have happened privately aware from the council with King Quasimodo and Queen Madellanie and they have agreed that Dame Faery should obtain ownership" he explained and it was at this point where I thought someone might put up a fight at this point however all I saw was a sea of happy faces. "Is there anyone that disagrees with this claim?" Ben questioned; and the room fell silent. "Then that is decided Dame Faery will now take ownership of her mother's castle in Bald Mountain" he declared; and I smiled warmly at everyone in the room.
"Now for the signing of my marriage contract" Ben stated and he nodded and loud trumpets rang throughout the room. The door to the main meeting room opened and I saw one of Ben's clerk start to slowly walk into the room with a dark cushion in both of his hands. And on top of the cushion was mine and Ben's official marriage contract; and when he stood in front of me and Ben I noted that our contract was now on an official document paper in a scroll - which suddenly made things seem real.
It was at this point when another clerk stepped forward and picked up the contract and turned to the room to address them.
"Now that the contract has been proposed to the pair I will now read the full contact for the soon to be Groom and Bride" the clerk advised the room. "This is so the council knows what the proposed marriage contract contains; and so both the soon to be Groom and Bride knows what to expect" he explained. When I heard him call me 'Ben's soon to be bride' it felt really strange; even though I knew that mine and Ben's lives were going to lead up until this point. However before I could fixate up this any further I heard the clerk's voice once more which broke me out of my train of thought.
"Let's begin..."
Throughout reading our marriage contract there was some confused faces about our name change and our estate; but me and Ben weren't met with any opposition. It was actually nice to be able for me and Ben to make some decisions without having any backlash from the council. I started to feel overwhelmed by the warm response that me and Ben were receiving; I felt that I was finally being accepted wholeheartedly by the council before us.
"Now that the soon to be Groom, Bride and council have all heard the contract there is only two more things to do-" the clerk began after they had finished reading our contract. "First of all is there anyone in this room that finds a reason why these two people should not sign this contract?" he questioned; and I started to feel nervous in case I was wrong and there was someone lingering to throw a spanner into the works. "Very well" the clerk said as Ben slid his hand into mine under the table and he gave it a gentle squeeze.
"Your Majesty" the clerk advised as he turned around and looked at Ben. "Dame Faery" he directed to me. "When you are both ready" he said as he slid the contract in front of the both of us for us to read:
MARRIAGE CONTRACT
1. THE AUTHORITY
In the name of the founding Kings, Queens and other spokespersons of Auradon. His Royal Highness, King Benjamin Florian Adams of Auradon and Dame Maleficent Bertha Faery, Knight of the House of Beast hereby in front of the Auradon Council sign this marriage contract.
The both parties of this agreement agree to sign this contact on the knowledge that this sanctifies their contract to marry; which will take place on 06/04/2019.
2. THE PARTIES
BRIDEGROOM
Full Name: His Royal Highness, King Benjamin Florian Adams of Auradon
Father's name: King Elder Adam Adams
Mother's name: Queen Elder Belle Adams
Date of Birth: 31/03/2000
Place of Birth: Auradon
Marital status: Engaged
Address: Auradon Castle, Beast Avenue, Auradon, AU1 1RD
BRIDE
Full Name: Dame Maleficent Bertha Faery, Knight of the House of Beast
Father's name: Hades, King of the Underworld
Mother's name: Maleficent, Mistress of Evil
Date of Birth: 02/11/1999
Place of Birth: Isle of the Lost
Marital status: Engaged
Address: Auradon Castle, Beast Avenue, Auradon, AU1 1RD
His Royal Highness, King Benjamin Florian Adams of Auradon is a man of sound mind and character, and is of lawful age and fully understands the ramifications of this contract.
Dame Maleficent Bertha Faery, Knight of the House of Beast is a woman of sound mind and character, and is of lawful age and fully understands the ramifications of this contract.
3. DOWRY
Dame Maleficent Bertha Faery, Knight of the House of Beast will bring the following as a dowry to the marriage:
The estate on Bald Mountain that is under Dame Maleficent Bertha Faery, Knight of the House of Beast's ownership.
4. CHANGE OF NAME OF BOTH PARTIES
Both parties have decided that upon marriage they both want to both take a different surname. The preferred surname chosen by both parties is 'Dragon-Beast Adams' so this would mean than both parties will be known as:
His Royal Highness King Benjamin Florian Dragon-Beast Adams of Auradon
Dame Maleficent Bertha Dragon-Beast Adams, Knight of the House of Beast (until her coronation after then she will then take the title of Her Royal Highness Queen Maleficent Bertha Dragon-Beast Adams, Knight of the House of Beast ).
As this is a change to the surname and change to the Royal House then a new coat of arms is going to be prepared for their wedding day.
5. PROPOSED SHARED ESTATE
As a sign as their union both parties are intending to build their own private estate on the grounds of Auradon Castle; and they intend to call it 'The Dragon-Beast Estate'. This estate will be jointly shared by both parties and if anything happens within the marriage that means separation or divorce it will be discussed by both parties.
6. PROPERTY
All property will be handled jointly by both parties in prior agreement to the signing of this contract signing.
7. DIVORCE
Divorce will only occur in the cases of Adultery, Abandonment and if the couple are unable to bare children.
In the event of the end of this marriage all property will be split equality between both parties.
After the property has been spilt it is managed by the benefactor of the received property.
8. CHILDREN
As this is the first marriage of both parties all children will follow in the line of succession to the throne of Auradon. The first born child to the bridegroom and the bride will be publicly be known as the Prince/Princess of Auradon - heir to the throne of Auradon. All other children will gain the titles of either 'Prince of Auradon' or Princess of Auradon'.
9. DEATH OF A SPOUSE
In the event of a death of a spouse all property will be rewarded to the living spouse.
In the event of the deaths of both parties then all property will go to the first born child and/or other benefactors of the wills.
10. APPEAL MADE FOR END OF MARRIAGE
The first appeal; when one party believes the other has violated the above (see section seven) the offended party shall take the matter to the accused party.
If no resolution can be made from the first appeal; a trial separation may be needed from the accused party (see section eleven).
After a period of separation both parties will come together to see if they can find a resolution. If they can't, the matter will be taken to the Auradon Council to a jury of peers to find a solution.
11. THE REMEDIES
Resolution and reconciliation – both parties will come together to try and resolve matter in their own way.
Separation – This is defined as the leaving or the removal of one party at the demand of the other. This can be based upon allegations(s) or violations (s) of this contract or others made known. Where a physical separation is initiated; the accused party will leave the family home – if any children are within the marriage they will stay in the family home. All custody will stay with the offended party. Upon separation all financial support customarily made by both parties will continue. The separation demanded, unless otherwise agreed upon or ordered, shall last no longer than 90 days.
Divorce – Divorce shall be defined as the complete dissolution of this marriage contract and can only be sought by a party claiming violation of the terms stated in this contract.
12. SIGNATURES
The undersigned parties do hereby agree to the terms of this contract:
BRIDEGROOM:
SIGNATURE:
DATE:
BRIDE:
SIGNATURE:
DATE:
Notary Public for the United States of Auradon.
After watching Ben quickly sign and date the contract he then looked up at me and smiled; I smiled back as he offered the pen to me. I then eagerly took it; and also signed and dated the contract and when I placed the pen down in front of me I took a deep breath to steady myself. It was official! No one could try to take Ben away from me now; and me and Ben could start our planning for our lives together.
"Then it is official!" the clerk announced proudly as he picked up the contract and placed it back onto the cushion in the other clerk's hands. "His Highness and his consort will get married on the 06/04/2019!" they called and the room started clapping.
Me and Ben then smiled at each other before Ben pushed a brief but loving kiss against my lips; which only made the council start to cheer and whoop. When we broke apart I couldn't stop a proud and smug grin spread across my face as I gazed into his eyes. As I did this a thought came to me which made myself promise something to myself; I could have lost everything if the order's plot hadn't been foiled. And even though there was a time in my life that I never thought that I would get my happy ending; but now that I had it I was never ever going to give it up without a fight. As Ben was worth it - and he always would be.
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