I am so sorry about not updating as soon as I should have. The problem is that I have had a serious case of writer's block. It totally sucks. I hope that you can forgive me. I also was doing some major research for this chapter and chapters to come. That was part of the reason for the wait.
To those of you who are telling me that Sasuke is OC: I KNOW! I made him that way because he is like my dream Sasuke. That is why it is called a fan FICTION. It has very little to do with the story line of the anime. There are very few things in this story that have to do with the actual story line. PLEASE quit telling me Sasuke is OC because I know that. I made him that way. You just have to get over it, or quit reading my story.
P.S. I'm sorry if I sound like I'm a bitch. It's just that I'm really frustrated. And if you don't like my story then don't read it. Oh, and in my summary I did warn you about OCness though. I changed it so if you would to read my proper disclaimer about it then do so. I didn't know when I started the story that my characters would be the way they are. But they are that way so get over it and like I said before don't read it if you don't like it. I'm not forcing you to do so.
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Chapter 7: A Beautiful Wedding
On the morning of the day before the wedding, Sakura was finalizing everything with Ino.
"I can't believe that you're getting married tomorrow." Sakura said a little surprised by how fast the past two weeks had gone by.
"I know. I can't either. By tomorrow night I'll be Mrs. Nara Ino." Ino sighed wistfully.
"You love him don't you?"
"Yeah, I do. Sometimes it scares me. There's this way that he looks at me and it just takes my breath away. I would do anything for him."
"I know you would do anything for him. You'd do that for anyone that you love. I'm happy for you."
"I know that you're thinking about Sasuke. He'll love you the same way that I love Shikamaru."
"Why do you say the 'way I love Shikamaru' and not 'the way Shikamaru loves me?"
"Well, because sometimes I wonder how much Shika loves me. I mean he's so lazy, and hardly every says anything to me. Or shows me how he feels." Ino answered tears welling up in her eyes.
"Ino, Shikamaru loves you so much. When you're not looking, he's looking at you like he's dying of thirst and you're a glass of water." Sakura told her friend.
"Are you sure?"
"Yes. I'm positive. Ino, Shikamaru is just lazy. We both know it. He knows it! And besides, how many time had he said 'How troublesome' or' this is so troublesome' since you started the wedding plans?" Sakura asked the blond woman.
"Not very many times, maybe once a day. Why?"
"Well, normally he would say it like five times an hour. And the fact that he hasn't shown that he's as excited as you are about this wedding."
"Wow. I never thought of it that way." Ino said a little awed by the thought.
"Changing the subject. What do you think of the seating arrangement?"
Ino looked at it for a minute. Then said, "Yes. This is perfect."
"Great then I'll make the posters." Sakura said, happy that it was finally done.
Sakura left the bride-to-be to go pick up the items that she'd need for the posters. She also picked up her dress for the wedding. She'd had her last fitting four days earlier.
As Sakura was walking down the street, someone was calling her name. Recognizing the voice she stopped.
Tenten walked up to Sakura saying "Thank Kami-sama I found you."
"Why? What's wrong?" Sakura asked, concerned.
"Nothing really. It's just that, I don't know. I guess I've been feeling weird lately. Not normal anyway," Tenten said a little unsure of what she wanted to say.
"Well, come with me to my apartment and I'll check on you and the baby."
"Okay, I'll feel better that way."
They walked to Sakura's apartment talking about how things were going in each others lives.
"Okay I'm going to need you to sit down and relax for about ten minutes, while I put this stuff away." Sakura told her guest.
Tenten sat down on the sofa, and picked up a magazine.
Sakura walked into her bedroom, hung up her dress, put the poster stuff on her bed, and walked into the kitchen. She pulled out a pitcher of grape juice, and poured two glasses.
When Sakura walked out of the kitchen she saw Tenten looking at a bridal magazine.
Tenten looked up as she saw Sakura enter the room. Tenten smiled and said "Planning for your wedding?"
"No, those were left over from yesterday when Ino came over to finalize some plans for the wedding." Sakura said hastily.
"Sakura you know I was just joking right?" Tenten smiled at her friend's defensiveness.
"I knew that." Sakura said sheepishly. "Here's some grape juice to drink."
"Great! I'm so thirsty right now. Thanks," Tenten said.
"Okay then after you finish we'll do that check up."
They chatted about the wedding plans, while they drank their juice.
"Now, for your check up."
First Sakura checked all of Tenten's vitals. Then she checked on the growth of the baby.
Hmmmmm…That's weird.
Sakura checked again. "Well, good news. Everything with you is fine." Sakura informed her patient.
"Well, what about the baby?" Tenten asked worried about her baby's health.
"That's the reason you been feeling weird. You've been feeling extra tired? Like you've lost more chakra than you should have even though you're pregnant." The pink haired woman asked.
"Yes. What's the reason for it?" Tenten asked apprehensively.
"Well, the reason I think that you're feeling this way is because you're not only having one baby." Sakura answered.
"What do you mean 'not only having one baby'?"
"I mean that you're having twins. I'm not positive yet. We'll have to wait until the next month to know for positive, but I'm pretty damn sure."
"Oh this is wonderful news. You know how I can't hide anything from Neji." Tenten smiled.
"Yes. I most certainly do. I've worked with him before. I couldn't. Still can't for that matter." Sakura said.
"Well, he knows that I've been feeling extra tired and had less chakra. Now I can tell him the good news. And he doesn't have to worry anymore."
"Yes-" Sakura stopped mid-sentence, hearing her phone ring. "I'll get that and be right back." Sakura left the room to go get the phone.
Tenten sat there drinking her juice, listening to her side of the conversation.
"Hello?...Yeah I know….Sasuke-kun I'm sorry. I can't. Not tonight… Because I have the wedding rehearsal and dinner after…. I realize you forgot… Yeah you should go…. Well, you are an usher…. It's a six… yes. Ino told me to remind you…. Okay… How about after the wedding…. We'll talk about it tonight….. Okay. I'll see you….Yes…. I miss you too…. Bye," Sakura hung up the phone.
After hearing some of the conversation Tenten had a huge grin on her face. "So, what was that all about?" She asked even though she pretty much knew.
"Oh it was Sasuke-kun wondering if we could go out and have dinner tonight. I told him no because we have the rehearsal tonight." Sakura answered.
"Okay are you and Sasuke an item?" Tenten said winking.
"Right now, I'm not sure. We've gone out on a couple of dates. Yeah, I still love him but I don't know how he feels about the situation." Sakura confessed.
"I totally understand that. Neji was the same way." Tenten informed the pink haired woman sitting next to her. "Well, not to cut our visit short but I have to go and get ready for the rehearsal."
"That's okay I've got to get ready as well."
"Well, then I guess that I'll see ya later." Tenten left and closed the door.
After Tenten left, Sakura did the posters. She then went to her closet and picked out the dress she was going to wear. As she was getting ready to take a shower the phone rang. She grabbed the phone that was in her room.
"Hello?"
"Hi, Sakura I just realized that your house is on the way to the rehearsal. So, do you want me to pick you up?...Oh by the way this is Sasuke."
"I know who it is. I'd recognize your voice anywhere. Sure you can pick me up at five-thirty." Sakura smiled.
"Great I'll see you then." Sasuke replied.
"Okay bye Sasuke-kun."
"Bye."
After Sakura hung up the phone she got into the shower. She then got dressed in a pale pink dress with sky blue flowers. Sakura was putting the last touches on her make-up when she heard a knock on the door.
"Come in, it's open!" Sakura shouted. When she heard someone come in she said "I'm in the bedroom."
Sasuke walked into the room, suddenly stopped and asked "Wow, how do you look constantly amazing?"
"I don't know what you are talking about because most of the time that you see me I'm all sweaty and stinky. Thank you anyway." Sakura said blushing at the compliment.
"Well, if you're done it's time to go." Sasuke said heading to the door.
"Just hold on a second. Let me look at you." Sakura commanded. Sasuke complied with her request.
"Good Kami-sama, Sasuke-kun. I've never seen you in a suit. You look good enough to eat." Sakura whispered awed by the transformation.
"Thanks. Shall we go?" He said, offering his arm with a slight blush on his cheeks.
"Yes, we shall." Sakura answered placing her arm inside of the crook of his.
They spent the walk to the church catching up, since Sasuke had been on a mission. Soon their conversation turned to deaths and, of course, Kakashi came up. At this Sakura began to cry.
"I miss him so much," Sakura said tears gently rolling down her cheeks.
"Sakura, it's normal to miss him. You'll always miss him. I miss him. I still miss my family. Sakura, you cannot, absolutely CANNOT, go back the way you were like two weeks ago."
"I won't, Sasuke-kun. I feel better but I still cry about it." Sakura cried.
"That's okay. But you can't be depressed like you were." Sasuke told her.
"I won't," Sakura said.
By this time they had gotten to the church. Being the gentleman that he was, Sasuke opened the door for Sakura.
"Oh, I'm so glad you're here Sasuke-san. Naruto-kun is about to ruin all of the decorations. Could you please stop him?" Hinata asked.
"Why aren't you doing it? Isn't he your fiancé?" Sasuke answered with a question.
"Because Ino is having a break down and you are the only other person that can handle him. Before you say anything about Sakura-chan being able to control him she's needed to help with Ino." Hinata told him.
"Yeah, I guess I'll do it." Sasuke replied sullenly. He walked over to Naruto saying "Hey dobe do you want to be at the mercy of Ino's wrath? Because you will be if you ruin all the wedding decorations."
Sakura looked a Hinata and said "So, what's the problem?"
"Ino's having a break down and she keeps mentioning something about seating arrangement posters." Hinata said worried about their friend.
"Well this is one problem I can deal with." The pink haired woman replied. She followed Hinata to where Tenten was comforting Ino. "Snap out of it Ino. Your posters are done and they'll be here first thing in the morning." Sakura snapped at the blond.
The sharpness of Sakura's voice must have gotten Ino's attention because she stopped crying and looked at Sakura.
"That wasn't very nice Sakura," Hinata whispered.
Ignoring the statement Sakura continued "If you aren't ready in five minutes to start this rehearsal then I'm going to drag you out and make you do it. I have put too much time into this to have you chicken out."
"Sakura, I'm fine I was just really stressed about those posters." Ino answered.
"Well, they're done on my bed waiting for me to place them at the reception hall first thing tomorrow." Sakura informed the other woman.
"Now that's taken care of, how about we get this show on the road?" Tenten asked.
The four women walked out and said "Let's get started."
Everyone took their places. Tsunade and Shikamaru were standing in the front. Sasuke was sitting in the front with Ino's mother. Everyone else was waiting for their entrance in the back.
The first pair to come out was Neji and Tenten. The next pair was Naruto and Hinata. After them were Sakura and Chouji. The fourth group was the ring bearers, Shigochu, and Naku, who were the boys on Ino's genin team. The child after them was the flower girl, Saguchi, who was also one of Ino's students, then came Ino and her father.
When they got to the front Tsunade started "Dearly beloved, blah, blah. I say all the stuff you guys say 'I do' and the you two give Ino and Shikamaru" telling Shigochu and Naku," the rings. They place the rings on each other's fingers. Blah, Blah, Blah. I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride"
At that Shikamaru grabbed Ino and kissed her, shocking everyone.
"Great. Now everyone leaves following Ino and Shikamaru in the order of how they came out, just backwards." Tsunade told them and everyone began to follow the instructions.
"I'd say that it went quite well." Sakura said to Chouji, as they were walking out.
"Yeah. I hope that it goes this well tomorrow." He replied.
"What does Shikamaru think of all of this?" Sakura asked.
"He's so happy and excited. I know he doesn't show it but that's just the way he is." Chouji told her.
"I told Ino the same thing. Could you tell her that? You're Shikarmaru's friend." Sakura asked.
"Yeah." He answered.
That was the end of their conversation, as they were at the restaurant. Sasuke walked up to Sakura and asked "What was that all about?"
"Oh, Ino is just feeling insecure about Shikarmaru's feeling towards her and I asked him to tell her the truth." Sakura answered.
"Alright." They sat down and waited to order their food.
They gave their order and began to talk about everything that had gone on in the past two weeks. It was mostly Sakura talking because Sasuke wasn't allowed to talk about his missions.
"Anyway, you said that you wanted to go out after the wedding. So, what's up?" Sakura asked.
"Well, I missed you while I was gone and I wanted to spend some time with you." Sasuke answered.
"Wow, Sasuke-kun. I missed you too. So, what do you want to do?" Sakura questioned.
"Well, I was thinking that we could have dinner and then go for a walk." Sasuke replied.
"That sounds fabulous. What time do you want to get together?" Sakura wanted to know.
"I was thinking around five-ish I could pick you up." Sasuke told her.
"I look forward to it." Sakura smiled at the thought of spending more time with Sasuke.
They ate their dinner and then it was time for the speeches. Chouji was the first.
"Well, my two best friends are getting married, finally. I always knew that it would happen. I don't have much to say, but I want to say congratulations. I'll have more to say tomorrow but right now all I want to do is eat this wonderful dessert."
Next was Sakura. "Well, I don't have much to say except Shikamaru if you ever hurt Ino you will regret it. But I know you won't. I know that tomorrow will go off without a hitch. Congrats, you two."
Then finally came Ino and Shikamaru's parents. "We don't have much to add except that we are glad that you two are getting married. We love you both."
At this everyone applauded all of the speakers and then Ino got up pulling Shikamaru along with her.
"Shika and I have something for everyone as a 'thank you' for all of your help and support all these years."
For the bride's maids they got Black Hills gold necklaces. The men, along with Sasuke, got a nice set of kunai. The kids got new jutsu scrolls. Tsunade got a coupon for ten bottles of sake. The mothers got heart-shaped diamond necklaces, and their fathers got advanced jutsu scrolls.
"I just wanted to tell you that everyone needs to be ready to go to the church at seven-thirty. The wedding starts at eight." Ino informed everyone.
After that everyone finished their desserts and began to leave. As they left, everyone congratulated the couple.
"I'll see you bright and early tomorrow." Sakura said to Ino, Tenten and Hinata. They were helping Ino get ready while they got ready together.
"See ya." Tenten said.
"Good-bye Sakura-san." Hinata smiled.
As they were walking out the door Tenten whispered to Hinata "The plan is working."
Sakura and Sasuke left and walked back to Sakura's apartment.
"Good night Sasuke-kun." Sakura whispered.
"Good night Sakura." Sasuke said as he leaned down and gave Sakura a peck on the cheek. "Be sure to lock up."
Sakura locked the door and got into her pajamas. Then she went to bed and fell asleep.
XOXOXOXOXOXO----THE NEXT MORNING----XOXOXOXOXOXO
Sakura woke up to the sound of someone waltzing into her room shouting "Get up Sakura. We need to start getting ready."
"Go away. It's….." Sakura looked up at the clock" 6:30. Are you out of your mind! The wedding doesn't start for another thirteen and half hours. Yet again GO AWAY INO!"
"No we have a whole bunch to do. Get up. I planned a day at the spa for you, my mother, Shika's mother, Tenten, Hinata, and myself. And you're the last one I need to get. Everyone else is on their way." Ino informed her irritated friend.
"Fine. I'll grab my stuff." Sakura walked to her closet and grabbed all of her things." Wait a sec. How did you get into my apartment? I know I locked last night."
"You gave me a set of keys when you first moved in." Ino looked at Sakura like she was crazy.
"Oh yeah. I forgot about that." Sakura checked to see if she had everything that she would need for the day and then Sakura said "Okay let's go. But first we need to stop at the reception hall. I have to drop off the posters."
They did that and then walked to Konoha's finest spa. There they got facials, massages, pedicures, manicures, and their make-up and hair done for the wedding. They were also given a special room to change in.
They got dressed and were ready just in time for the limo to pick them up. By this time the sun had gone down and the stars were beginning to shine.
"I'm so excited. I'm getting married today." Ino was twitching a lot on the way to the church.
"Ino if you don't stop moving I'm gonna make it so that you won't be able to walk down the aisle." Sakura snapped.
"Why are you so grouchy Sakura-san?" Hinata asked.
"I'm tired and these past couple of months have been really hard. I don't sleep very well because I have dreams of what happened when Kakashi died." Sakura softly answered.
"Well, you shouldn't think about that today because today is a happy day. So, cheer up Sakura." Ino's mother said.
"Yeah. Sakura, Ino's getting married and you never have to worry about her chasing Sasuke ever again." Tenten joked.
"You're right you guys. Ino I'm sorry about being grouchy." Sakura apologized.
"That's okay, Sakura." Ino told her best friend.
The limo stopped telling them that they were at the church. First came out Ino's mother. She was wearing an ivory off the shoulder dress with a flower design at the top and an a-line skirt. Then came Shikamaru's mother. She was wearing a silver satin dress with a silver jacket. Next was Hinata and Tenten. They were wearing a plum dress the draped over the body showing off their figures nicely. Then was Sakura who was wearing the same dress as Tenten and Hinata but it was emerald. Finally, Ino came out. She was wearing an ivory strapless a-line dress with a flower design at the top. There was an over skirt with the same design on the train and where the over skirt split there was a triangle flower design. Her veil was ivory to match her dress. The tiara that held the veil was gold with crystals all over it.
The women walked into the church and in the foyer they were greeted by Naruto, Neji, Chouji, Ino's father, Saguchi, Shigochu, Naku, and Sasuke. Naruto, Neji, and Sasuke were wearing the same tuxedo, with a plum tie and vest. Chouji was wearing a hunter green tie and vest. Ino's father was wearing an ivory tie and vest. The boys were wearing white ties and vests. Finally, Saguchi was wearing and ivory spaghetti strap dress with a bow of a darker ivory in satin around the top and a satin strip at the bottom.
"Everyone looks so good." Ino gushed.
"Thanks." They all said in unison, making everyone smile.
"Well, ten minutes until we start. So, everyone needs to go to their places." Mrs.Yamanaka said as her and Mrs.Nara began to walk up to the front to go to their seats.
Everyone got to their places and waited for the ceremony to begin. During the wait Mr.Yamanaka placed Ino's veil over her face. They then heard Tsunade and Shikamaru walk to the altar. Tsunade was wearing her formal Hokage robes and Shikamaru was wearing a tuxedo with a blackish/silverish tie and vest.
The clock tower rung eight and the music began. Neji came out with Tenten on his arm. Next came Naruto with Hinata. Third came Chouji and Sakura. After that came Shigochu and Naku with the rings. After them Saguchi came out dropping red and ivory rose petals on the aisle just like the bouquet that Ino was holding. Last Ino and her father came out.
Kami-sama she is so beautiful and I get to marry her. Shikamaru thought as Ino and her father reached the altar.
Tsunade
started " Dearly Beloved, we are gathered together here in the sign
of Kami-sama– and in the face of this company – to join together
this man and this woman in holy matrimony, which is commended to be
honorable among all men; and therefore – is not by any – to be
entered into unadvisedly or lightly – but reverently, discreetly,
advisedly and solemnly. Into this holy estate these two persons
present now come to be joined. If any person can show just cause why
they may not be joined together – let them speak now or forever
hold their peace." She waited for about a minute for someone to say
anything but no one spoke up. So she continued:
"Marriage is
the union of husband and wife in heart, body and mind. It is intended
for their mutual joy – and for the help and comfort given on
another in prosperity and adversity. But more importantly – it is a
means through which a stable and loving environment may be attained."
"Through marriage, Shikamaru and Ino make a commitment together to face their disappointments – embrace their dreams – realize their hopes – and accept each other's failures. Shikamaru and Ino will promise one another to aspire to these ideals throughout their lives together – through mutual understanding – openness – and sensitivity to each other.
We are here today – before Kami-sama – because marriage is one of His most sacred wishes – to witness the joining in marriage of Shikamaru and Ino. This occasion marks the celebration of love and commitment with which this man and this woman begin their life together. And now – through me – He joins you together in one of the holiest bonds.
Who gives this woman in marriage to this man?"
"Her family and friends gathered here today do." Mr. Yamanaka answered. And then lifted Ino's veil then he took his seat.
Tsunade spoke again. "This is a beginning and a continuation of their growth as individuals. With mutual care, respect, responsibility and knowledge comes the affirmation of each one's own life happiness, growth and freedom. With respect for individual boundaries comes the freedom to love unconditionally. Within the emotional safety of a loving relationship – the knowledge self-offered one another becomes the fertile soil for continued growth. With care and responsibility towards self and one another comes the potential for full and happy lives."
"By gathering together all the wishes of happiness and our fondest hopes for Shikamaru and Ino from all present here, we assure them that our hearts are in tune with theirs. These moments are so meaningful to all of us, for "what greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel that they are joined together – to strengthen each other in all labor – to minister to each other in all sorrow – to share with each other in all gladness."
"This relationship stands for love, loyalty, honesty and trust, but most of all for friendship. Before they knew love, they were friends, and it was from this seed of friendship that is their destiny. Do not think that you can direct the course of love – for love, if it finds you worthy, shall direct you."
"Marriage is an act of faith and a personal commitment as well as a moral and physical union between two people. Marriage has been described as the best and most important relationship that can exist between them. It is the construction of their love and trust into a single growing energy of spiritual life. It is amoral commitment that requires and deserves daily attention. Marriage should be a life long consecration of the ideal of loving kindness – backed with the will to make it last. Before we start the vows Shikamaru has something to say to his bride." When Tsunade said this everyone was shocked.
Shikamaru cleared his throat and began his speech "Ino you are the most beautiful woman on the planet. You're funny, sweet, amazing. You push me to do things that I never thought that I would do. You drive me crazy half the time. The other half you're yelling at me to get off of my lazy butt and get something done. You made me work to get you. That's something I've never had to do. You are without a doubt, the most troublesome woman in the world. I love you anyway and I can't wait to the rest of my life with you," Ino had tears slipping down her face as he finished his speech.
Tsunade touched by the speech began saying to Shikamaru "Do you Nara Shikamaru take Yamanaka Ino to be your wife – to live together after Kami-sama's ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Do you promise to love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon her your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto her as long as you both shall live?"
Without a hesitation Shikamaru said "I do."
Tsunade then looked at Ino and asked "Do you Yamanaka Ino take Nara Shikamaru to be your husband – to live together after Kami-sama's ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Do you promise to love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon him your heart's deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto him as long as you both shall live?"
Ino a little breathlessly answered "I do."
Tsuande then asked "What token of your love do you offer? Would you place the rings in my hand?" At this Naku and Shigochu handed them the rings. "May these rings be blessed as the symbol of this affectionate unity. These two lives are now joined in one unbroken circle. Wherever they go – may they always return to one another. May these two find in each other the love for which all men and women yearn. May they grow in understanding and in compassion. May the home which they establish together be such a place that many will find there a friend. May these rings on their fingers symbolize the touch of the spirit of love in their hearts." Tsunade then handed Shikamaru the ring for Ino.
"Shikamaru, in placing this ring on Ino's finger, repeat after me: Ino, you are now consecrated to me as my wife from this day forward and I give you this ring as the pledge of my love and as the symbol of our unity and with this ring, I thee wed."
Shikamaru repeated the words" : Ino, you are now consecrated to me as my wife from this day forward and I give you this ring as the pledge of my love and as the symbol of our unity and with this ring, I thee wed." Shikamaru placed the ring on Ino's finger.
Tsunade then spoke to Ino, "Ino, in placing this ring on Shikamaru's finger, repeat after me: Shikamaru, you are now consecrate to me as my husband from this day forward and I give you this ring as the pledge of my love and as the symbol of our unity and with this ring, I thee wed."
Ino repeated what Tsunade was saying "Shikamaru, you are now consecrate to me as my husband from this day forward and I give you this ring as the pledge of my love and as the symbol of our unity and with this ring, I thee wed." Ino put the ring on Shikamaru's ring finger. "
Tsunade smiled and said, "May you always share with each other the gifts of love – be one in heart and in mind – may you always create a home together that puts in your hearts – love – generosity and kindness."
"In as much as Shikamaru and Ino have consented together in marriage before this company of friends and family and have pledged their faith – and declared their unity by giving and receiving a ring – are now joined."
"You have pronounced yourselves husband and wife but remember to always be each other's best friend."
"What – therefore – Kami-sama has joined together – let no man put asunder."
"And so, by the power vested in me by the Counsel of Konoha and Kami-sama, I now pronounce you man and wife – and may your days be good and long upon the earth."
"You may now kiss the bride." Shikamaru then grabbed Ino and kissed her with more energy and enthusiasm than anyone thought that he had. When he finished both had grinned the size of Hokage Monument on their faces, Tsunade said "For the first time ever I introduce to you Mr. and Mrs.Nara Shikamaru." With that everyone rose from their seats and applauded the couple.
The newly married couple ran to the limo laughing and smiling. Everyone followed them to the reception. Everyone looked at the posters and found their seats.
They ate dinner and were about to start dinner when Chouji stood up to give his speech. He cleared his throat. And began "Well to be honest with everyone I never thought that this day would come. Their relationship started as great dislike for each other. It slowly turned to friendship then love. These two are my best friends. Ino, Shikamaru I wish you both lifelong happiness and love." He finished smiling. Everyone applauded.
Next Sakura stood up. "I agree with everything that Chouji said. Things between Ino and me were different. When I was little she yelled at all of the little girls that made fun of me at the academy. She then gave me this red ribbon to pull my hair back and show my face. By the way Ino I still have the ribbon by the way. She told me that I was a flower that hadn't bloomed yet."
"Anyway, one day I told everyone that I had a crush on Sasuke-kun not knowing that Ino did too. I found out and broke off out friendship telling her that we were rivals from then on. Well, a little while later Sasuke-kun left and Ino realized that I truly loved him and gave up on him. I think that's what began Ino and Shikamaru getting together. No, that's not right I think that's what it was. It made Ino realize that she didn't have any real feelings for Sasuke-kun but for her teammate."
"After that Ino and I became the best of friends again. I love her like a sister.. I wish you two the very best that life has to offer. A toast to Ino and Shikamaru." She raised her glass along with everyone else.
Then everyone ate their dessert. When they finished Ino and Shikamaru got up to dance their dance and husband and wife. The song they chose to dance to "Kiss From A Rose" by Seal.
There
used to be a greying tower alone on the sea.
You became the light
on the dark side of me.
Love remained a drug that's the high and
not the pill.
But
did you know,
That when it snows,
My eyes become large and
The
light that you shine can be seen.
Baby,
I compare you to a kiss
from a rose on the grey.
Ooh,
The more I get of you,
Stranger
it feels, yeah.
And
now that your rose is in bloom.
A light hits the gloom on the
grave.
There is so much a man can tell you,
So much he can
say.
You remain,
My power, my pleasure, my pain, baby
To me
you're like a growing addiction that I can't deny.
Won't you tell
me is that healthy, baby?
But
did you know,
That when it snows,
My eyes become large and the
light that you shine can be seen.
Baby,
I compare you to a kiss
from a rose on the grey.
Ooh, the more I get of you
Stranger it
feels, yeah
Now
that your rose is in bloom.
A light hits the gloom on the grave,
I've been kissed by a rose on the grave,
I've been kissed by a
rose
I've been kissed by a rose on the grave,
...And if I
should fall along the way
I've been kissed by a rose
...been
kissed by a rose on the grave.
There is so much a man can tell
you,
So much he can say.
You
remain
My power, my pleasure, my pain.
To me you're like a
growing addiction that I can't deny, yeah
Won't you tell me is
that healthy, baby.
But
did you know,
That when it snows,
My eyes become large and the
light that you shine can be seen.
Baby,
I compare you to a kiss
from a rose on the grey.
Ooh, the more I get of you
Stranger it
feels, yeah
Now that your rose is in bloom,
A light hits the
gloom on the grave.
Yes I compare you to a kiss from a rose on the
grey
Ooh,
the more I get of you
Stranger it feels, yeah
And
now that your rose is in bloom
A light hits the gloom on the
grave
Now that your rose is in bloom,
A light hits the gloom on
the grave.
Soon everyone was dancing the night away to celebrate a new union and for the happiness of their friends and Ino and Shikamaru.
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Wow this was a long chapter. It was a little over 32 pages in Microsoft Word. I hope that you enjoyed it. I would like to ask for your opinion on something for this story. Good or Bad? I can't tell you any more or for what the good or bad is about because if I do then it will give away part of the story. So good or bad?
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