-Something Better: The After Story-

Chapter 1: The Big Day

My cousin told me that he finds be 'lonely'. It's not that I'm lonely, I just don't have any girl cousin my age. Both my mom and dad's side T.T English is my second language so please forgive me for the mistakes I make.

I do not own Fairy Tail.

"Lucy, please hold still. I'm nearly done." Mira said.

"H-hai…"

To say Lucy was nervous was an understatement. She was beyond scared. Scared that something going wrong. She felt as if though the entire world is watching her saying her vows to, the quiet one of the Dragon Duo, the Shadow Dragon known as Rogue. Weeks has past since Christmas and New Year's Eve and it was time for her wedding.

"Okay, Lucy. I'm done!" Mira smiled, obviously happy at her makeover. Lucy turned her head to the mirror and stared at her reflection. Her golden locks were tied into a bun with two bangs of each side and a silver crown and veil on top of her head. She wore a strapless white wedding dress with black floral designs on the top. For accessories, she wore the diamond heart shapes earrings Rogue gave her on Christmas and a diamond necklace which formerly belonged to her mother.

Her makeup was nothing heavy. Just lipstick, massacre and powder. Lucy didn't realise how long she had been staring into her own reflection until Mira spoke up. "Is it okay, Lucy? Did I put on your makeup wrongly?" Mira asked, worryingly.

Lucy turn to her and smiled. "I love it, Mira." She said. Mira smiled back. The door opened, revealing Erza. She wore a red strapless dress which compliments her hair. "It's almost time. Are you ready, Lucy?" She asked.

"Y-yeah…" Lucy stuttered. Kyuki walked in. She wore a ivory dress with golden trimmings. "No need to be nervous, Lucy. It's not like you're marrying a prince and your wedding will be broadcast worldwide." She said.

"I know but…"

"No buts, no frowns. It's your wedding." Levy walked in, wearing a dress quite similar to Kyuki's. Lucy stood up and grabbed the bouquet. "Thanks for helping me with the wedding, guys." Lucy hugged the three girls.

The weeks of wedding planning and preparation wasn't all smiles. The word of the wedding of the former Sabertooth mage, the Shadow Dragon to Fairy Tail's Celestial Spirit spread overnight. Loke appeared and stayed for a few days, disapproving the wedding. Erza was the one who 'convinced' him to let Lucy get marry. Minerva tried sabotaging the wedding by stealing the wedding dress and burning the food. Luckily, Rogue manage to stop her by accusing her of damaging his property. Right now, she is sitting in jail while waiting for her trial in the next few days.

"No problem, Lu-chan!" Levy smiled. Erza walked towards the door. "I'm gonna do some last minute preparations. Mira, Kyuki, follow me." She said as the two followed her from behind. "I'm gonna find Gajeel, Lu. See ya later!" Levy waved.

Lucy stared at her reflection. She look exactly like her mother. Her father would have been proud. She loved her father and never wished him to die. Lucy was sad that he wasn't here to walk her down the aisle but was happy that their relationship improved. Lucy blinked back her tears, not wanting to spoil her makeup.

"Luce, you look beautiful." A voice said. Lucy didn't need to turn around. There was only one person who called her Luce. "Thanks, Natsu." She replied.

"The groom's waiting and he's nervous." Natsu stated. "That makes two of us." Lucy mumbled. Natsu chuckled. "C'mon. Let's get you to the cathedral." He said. He held out his hand. "For old times' sake?"

Lucy accepted as she held his hand and linked her arm with him. "For old times' sake." And they both smiled at each other.

Rogue was pacing around the break room. "Take it easy, champ. You don't wanna be sweaty in your big day." Sting warned. "I'm nervous." Rogue replied as he adjusted his dark red tie. Rogue wore what most men would wear at a wedding; a midnight black tuxedo.

Sting smirked as he folded his arms across his chest. "You should have planned to make your wedding in the mid year." He said.

"I wanted to but Erza…" Rogue trailed off. Erza wanted to plan the wedding so badly and she won't take no as an answer. Not matter how much Rogue persuaded Erza she won't give in. "I get it, man." Sting said. He took a fruit tart from the table and ate it.

Kyuki walked in. "Kyuki, how's Lucy?" Rogue asked. "Relax, Rogue. Lucy's fine." She said. "I know that but tell me why can't I see her?" Rogue asked. "It's bad luck for the groom to see the bride in the wedding dress before the wedding." She answered.

Rogue sighed. "No sighing on your wedding." Sting stated as he shoved another fruit tart into his mouth. "Sting! Don't eat like that! You'll stain your suit." Kyuki warned. Sting wore a light grey suit with a blue tie. "It's not my idea to be the best man." He scoffed. "It's not my idea as well." Rogue muttered.

"I didn't wanna be the bridesmaid. I have to wear a stinkin' dress." Kyuki said. Yes, all of this is Lucy and (mostly) Erza's idea.

There was a knock on the door and a red head walked in with two exceeds. "Rogue-kun! Fro wanna ask if Fro will be expecting a little brother or sister soon!" Fro said flying around the room. Rogue choked on his drink that he was drinking while the rest cracked up.

"Silly Frosch! Of course, you'll have a little brother!" Lector exclaim. The three laughed as Rogue blushed. "W-we're not thinking that far!" He protested.

"You can't stop destiny." Sting stated. "Guys, enough. Rogue, do you wanna be late for your own wedding?" Erza asked. "Of course not." Rogue answered. Erza gesturing them to follow her.

Erza led them into the cathedral. She instructed Rogue and Sting to stand at the altar while Kyuki stood at the entrance. Guest were coming in. All of them were Fairy Tail members. Lucy's close friends sat in the first few rows while less important guild members sat at the back. Even Rufus and Orga came to apologized for what they did. Yukino, who now was in Mermaid Heel and a fellow celestial mage came to congratulate them.

Lucy took a deep breath as she held Natsu's arm tighter. "Ouch, Luce, stop digging your nails in my arm. Plus, you can let go know. Your fiancé will get the wrong idea." Natsu said. Lucy quickly let go off him arm, muttering an apology. "Anyway, I hafta find Lisanna now. See ya, Luce!" Natsu gave his signature grin and entered the cathedral.

"Okay, Lucy. If you're nervous take deep breaths." Mira advised her. "Take your time but not to long." Levy added. Lucy nodded. Just then, Erza clapped her hands. "Okay, guys. It's show time." She announced.

Five minutes later, the cathedral door open. Wendy who was the flower girl walked in first with Romeo by her side. Then, Levy and Kyuki the bridesmaids. Finally, Lucy came in, holding her pink and white bouquet. Her veil covered her face but Rogue could see her angelic walked in slowly yet elegantly.

Lucy glanced at her friends. Erza, Mira, Lisanna smiled at her. Natsu, Gray and Juvia looked at her happily. Makorov started crying, hugging Laxus, who tried to push him off.

Finally, Lucy reached the altar and the bridesmaids and the best man sat at the fromt row pew. Rogue held out his hand which Lucy happily accepted. "You look beautiful." He whispered in her ear, causing her to blush.

"We are gathered here today to witness the marriage of Rogue Cheney and Lucy Heartfillia." The priest said.

(Other things that the priest said that I don't care nor that I wanna type)

"Do you, Rogue Cheney, take Lucy Heartfillia to be your lawfully wedded wife?" The priest ask Rogue.

"I do." He answered, staring into Lucy's eyes lovingly.

The priest turn to Lucy. "Do you, Lucy Heartfilla, take Rogue Cheney to be your lawfully wedded husband?"

"Yes, I do."

"Then I pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride."

Rogue removed her veil and leaned in. He pressed his lips against Lucy's. Cheers and applause erupted, replacing the silence in the cathedral.

The female mages gathered around Lucy congratulating her and bombarded her with questions. Sting walked up to Rogue, clapping his hands slowly.

"Congrats, man. You are officially off the market." He smirked. Rogue rolled his eyes. "When will you and Kyuki get married?" He asked causing a faint blush on Sting's cheeks.

"First, I never proposed and secondly, I value my freedom too much to let it end. Plus, I'm only nineteen." He answered.

"So am I. And here I stand as a newly wed."

"You act like a thirty year old guy pushing his son to marry."

"Sooner or later you will get marry." Rogue said. Just then, Lucy came up to Rogue, wrapped her arm around his. "Hey, blondie, how about you throw your bouquet to the girls. See, who gets marry next." Sting suggest.

"Sure, great idea." Lucy said. She turned to face Rogue and tossed it over her shoulder. The three kept an eye on the bouquet until it landed in someone's arm. "Who got it…" Sting's voice trailed off as he recognize the person. The person he, Rogue and Lucy least expect. Kyuki. She stared confused and wide eyed at the bouquet that landed in her arms. She then looked up to Sting. "Kyuki caught the bouquet!" Mira squealed.

"This… this… is a fluke! I don't even wanna catch it!" Kyuki stammered. She tossed it over to Lisanna with her face red as Erza's hair.

Sting was stunned. His girlfriend caught the bouquet and she didn't even wanna. He felt a tint of pink creeping as he turned to face Rogue. Rogue and Lucy had teasing looks on their faces. "Well, your looks like your wedding will come sooner than expected."

Rogue and Lucy danced a fast Waltz. Years of living in high society and last minute dance practices kicked in. During practice, Rogue was a natural dancer. He learned the dance without having to be shown twice.

'Isn't there anything he can't do?' Lucy thought. Rogue lead the dance with Lucy following effortlessly. Soon, the song was over and a slower song was played.

Rogue held Lucy closer. She wrapped her arms around Rogue's neck and he held her waist. They stared into each others eyes. It felt like time stopped. The two didn't care about anything. Not the other dancers, not the stares of others. Not even Sting and Kyuki slow dancing.

Rogue nuzzled her neck. At first it was soft, sweet kisses but he suddenly bit her. "Ow, Rogue!" She said. Rogue quickly pulled his head up. "I-I'm sorry. I lost control there." He apologize. Lucy's eyes soften as she rested her head in his chest.

Rogue took that as a 'it's okay' and rested his chin on her head. "From now on, don't give that look to other men."

"Don't worry. I won't."

Rogue kissed her passionately and Lucy gladly kissed him back. They didn't notice the crowd cheering. Rogue slowly pull away and hugged Lucy. "Till death do us apart."

Sooo bored… I habit of mine when I bored is watching animal documentaries. Right now, I'm watching a toad documentary.

I didn't mention this but prior to chapter twelve of Something Better, Lucy turned eighteen. Since I mention that weeks has past since New Year, a year past in this story. So basically, everyone aged one year.

Anyway, I was remembering my aunt's wedding so I used some of it in this story. Before the 'I do' part, I was totally spacing out so I don't remember much about that. Overall, I enjoy the wedding except the makeup part. The makeup artist was a guy with boobs, long hair and lipstick! To this day, I still don't know if it's a guy or girl.

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