The big day was here. The sun already rose,shone upon Citadel which was fulfilled with wedding decorations. It was so unusual to see white color became the dominant color in there. "Nice pose.." Prompto was busy taking pictures with his camera while Noctis buttoned up his black suit.
"Knock..knock" Ignis entered the room after knocking the door "Shall we go now?"
"Yeah.." Noctis turned around.
Meanwhile at the other room, Lunafreya was surrounded by several servants and maids. Some of them helped fixing her dress, the others followed the orders of the stylists who were in charge of Luna's makeup. "You could open your eyes, My Lady.." The female stylists just finished gave her final touch. She opened her eyes and saw her reflection on the mirror. "You look really beautiful Your Highness.." one of the maids who got amazed said. Even Umbra who stayed near her barked once agreed. Luna couldn't help but smiled then said thank you for everyone who helped him.
"Knock..knock…" Gladio knocked the door then entered the room "the car is ready Your Highness"
The main streets were filled with news reporters and people who wanted to see the royal couple. Noctis waved at them as his car passed the streets. "Are you nervous? Your smile is cracking me" Ignis asked while driving the car through the highway.
"W-well it can't be helped, it's wedding day…" Noctis protested before waving again since his car entered another main street.
After 20 minutes driving, his car arrived at the Altar. They were greeted by the guards and officials who were waiting outside the place. Civilians and news reporters weren't allowed to enter this Luna and him who could entered the Altar since it was a royal sacred building.
"Good luck…" Ignis sent his best friend with big smile before Noctis entered the building.
The building was circular with a porch of large granite pillars under a pediment. A rectangular front lobby linked the porch to the main hall, which was under a coffered concrete dome, with a central opening to the sky. Noctis could hear the sound of his footsteps, he looked around. It was his first time to be here. Well no wonder since this building only being used for sacred ceremonies like royal wedding and coronation. As he entered the main hall, he saw five statues of Eos Gods, Shiva and Titan on the left, Ramuh and Leviathan on the right and Bahamut stood in the middle. In front of Bahamut statue there was granite altar. Above it there was small hole so the ray couldn shine upon it. Noctis waited in front of the altar, tried hard to calm down but became more nervous after hearing the sound of footsteps.
Lunafreya slowly walked after passing the door which Gladio opened for her. "Noctis has been waiting for me.." She could hear her thought beside her footsteps and heart beat. She stopped for a second as she entered the main hall and saw Noctis was there. She continued her walk, took Noctis left hand then stood side by side with him in front of the granite altar. Because Oracle and Lucian were chosen by Gods, only Gods who could give bless upon him so there were no priest for this wedding. The royal wedding was more simple compared to civilian's wedding.
Since the bride had arrived, together they turned around to face each other. After putting Luna's right palm hand above his, Noctis took a deep breath before saying his vow with firm voice
"I Noctis Lucis Caelum take you Lunafreya Nox Fleuret to be my wife, to have and to hold from this day forward,
for better, for worse,
for richer, for poorer,
in sickness and in health,
to love and to cherish,
as long as we live, according to Gods holy law.
in the presence of Gods I make this vow."
After saying his vow, Luna took her part. She held Noctis' right palm hand above hers.
"I Lunafreya Nox Fleuret take you Noctis Lucis Caelum to be my husband, to have and to hold from this day forward,
for better, for worse,
for richer, for poorer,
in sickness and in health,
to love and to cherish,
as long as we live, according to Gods holy law.
in the presence of Gods I make this vow."
They smiled each other before turning around and facing the altar. This was the most important moment, above the altar, two gold rings as the symbols of Gods bless for them appeared before them and at the same time snowflake came out of nowhere. It was so soft and melted right after touching the surface.
"Gentiana…" Luna whispered.
Noctis took one of the rings then hold Luna's left hand. "I promise as your husband I won't let you down Luna" he put it on Luna's ring finger. Luna smiled at him then took the ring too. She held his left hand and put the ring on his ring finger "As your wife, I know you won't.." Noctis pulled her gently into his embrace then sealed their vows with kiss.
"Wait for me…" Noctis said after breaking the kiss. "I will…" Luna replied before releasing Noctis hands. Noctis still had one last ceremony which was needed to be done. Coronation. According to Kingdom of Lucis' law which was known by the public, the requirements for the heir to officially success the throne was became an adult and royal marriage. Those two couldn't be separated and must be done. That's why Noctis still held "Prince " title though his friends already called him "Your Majesty" since the last battle.
He walked heading to Bahamut statue. "I'm here to reclaim my right.." That Bahamut statue splitted into two by moving to the left and right sides, left the big hole like a gate in the middle. Noctis passed the gate and arrived in small room. The only light sources was the ray which shone through the small hole above him. It was said this room was where the first Lucian was appointed by Gods. There was big rock in front of him with one hole on the surface. In front of that rock, Noctis summoned his sword from the air then stabbed the rock with it right in its hole.
He faced above "With this sword and the bless of Astrals, I Noctis Lucis Caelum will protect this land and its people at all cost...as the King of Lucis!"
He can felt strong power came out from the rock through his sword. He kept holding it and trying hard to stand firmly. Through his eyes, he could see his ancestors appeared and shared their knowledge with him at the same time. Their wisdom and knowledge about ruling this kingdom were transferred to him. He gasped for breath while still holding the sword. He pulled that sword and let im disappeared on the air. He adjusted his breath before leaving that room and escorted his wife with gentle smile on his face.
"Shall we go now My Queen?" Noctis reached Luna's hand .
"Sure My King.." Luna accepted his hand then walked together with him.
The officials who had been waiting outside, greeted him with salute and congratulated the royal couple who waved at them. "Big smile!" Prompto who was really ready to capture the moments stood in front of the royal couple. Noctis and Luna stopped for a while and showed their biggest smile for Prompto's camera.
"Congratulations Your Majesty for the wedding and coronation.." Ignis shook Noctis' hand.
The new king immediately pulled him and hugged him "Thank you...please guide me always Chancellor Ignis.." Meanwhile Gladio approached the bride "Congratulations for the wedding, Your Majesty…"
"Thank you Lord Gladio.." Luna addressed him formally since they were in formal ceremony. "Let's take a picture together…" Prompto had arranged his camera and tripod. "Okay..okay.." Gladio immediately stood beside the bride while Ignis stood by Noctis' side. After activating the timer, Prompto immediately ran to the front and made kneel pose in front of the royal couple.
"Smile!" Prompto leaded his friends. "Smile.." Luna made gentle smile from behind so did Noctis. The camera captured that moment after 5 seconds of waiting. "Congratulations to both of you…" Prompto said. His eyes were little bit teary
"Please be happy this time and enjoy the marriage life with joy and laughs..both of you have suffered enough..."
Hearing it, Luna stepped forward then hugged him as Noctis sighed and smile at him. "With the helps from all of you...we will.." Luna whispered. She held Prompto's cheek and smiled at him. Prompto nodded and smiled back. After that the guards escort the King and Queen to the car. The members of Crownsguard and Kingsglaive who were standing at the yard, gave salutes by raising their blades as the King and Queen heading down to the car. Soon after the Royal Couple entered the car, the convoy started moving. The Royal car was in the middle of convoy, behind it, Ignis along with Prompto and Gladio followed them.
The civilians who had been waiting for the Royal, immediately got cheered up as soon as the Royal car entered the street. Noctis and Luna waved at them through the windows. The crowd could be seen bigger and bigger as the convoy reached the main street. Many of them called their names, held banners or flags. But the purpose was the same, wishing them happiness. At the some front lines,The reporters were so busy reporting the Royal Wedding and Coronation so the people could watch the Royal Couple's convoy at home through televisions or big screens in the cities.
The crowd disappeared as the convoy reached the street which directly led them to the Citadel. The Royal car stopped exactly in front of the stairs where the crownguards were standing, giving salute. Luna's dog, Umbra was there too, waving its tail happily. Noctis immediately lent his hand for his wife soon after getting out the car. Umbra barked and jumped happily as its masters went upstairs. "Come on Umbra.." Noctis said as he walked hand in hand with his wife. They headed to the Throne Room. "Noctis Lucis Caelum CXIV" embroidered using gold yarn into a big red flag which was hung in front of the throne. Noctis starred for a moment at the throne till Luna called him.
"You'll be a great king...you're already…" Luna smiled at him. Noctis smiled at her then together with her, headed to the throne then sat side by side. "The guests and officials from around Insomnia, Lucis, and Altissia are going to arrive in 15 minutes…" Ignis who was stood by not far from the throne informed them before finally leaving the Throne room to welcome the upcoming guests. "I got it…" Noctis replied.
The sun shone so bright through the big hole which had been fixed, but the white flowers which had grown up below the hole made The Throne Room looked so lively. Noctis noticed there was a piece of photo on the seat's arm then took a look at it. "What is that? Luna asked out of her curiousity. Noctis remembered that was the photo he brought from Prompto during the last battle with Ardyn. "It must be left at that time…" His mind said.
"An old photo before I gained any beard.." Noctis smiled gently at her as he showed the picture of him alongside with Prompto, Gladio, and ignis stood behind Regalia. Luna held that photo and smiled at it meanwhile her husband took off his white gloves and caressed her head from behind.. Luna stared at him and replied his gently stare with a soft touch on his cheek and smile. At the same time they reached other and shared a deep kiss.
"Promise me...you'll stay with me Luna…" Noctis whispered.
"Always my dear...wherever you are" Luna replied before getting pulled by Noctis for more kisses.