In My Heart: Live For Today
By: TheFifthCharmedOne
Disclaimer: I own nothing.
Summary: Third and final part of In My Heart trilogy. The road of love never did run smooth, but it seems things may finally be going the way they were meant to go. Though as the old saying goes, everything is not what it seems. Poke and Contest ships.
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Chapter 11: We're A Miracle (May and Drew's Wedding: Part 2)
You and me, we're a miracle; meant to be
And nothing can change it
Mountains move
And oceans part
When they are standing in our way
You and me, we're a miracle;
Angels stand watching over
And heaven shines upon us, everyday
We're A Miracle, Christina Aguilera
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MISTY POV
July 14th was here. Finally. The day of May and Drew's wedding was finally here.
We were up early, 6 AM. We got dressed in normal clothes and made sure all our dresses and suits were safely tucked into Caroline's backseat. All of Drew's brothers and sisters had come for the wedding, including Dani and Dana, who were two good friends of ours. May told me that Drew's mother had died when he was seven, and his father had left on a journey around the same time. They hadn't seen each other since. Dani and Dana, who were twins and the oldest, took over the role of parents and raised all of Drew's siblings. Drew never got a Hoenn starter Pokemon, but he did catch Roserade when it was a baby Budew.
I, myself, was excited for the wedding. May was then anything.
"May, honey, you have to breathe," I reassured her as the time came near. "Deep breath in, slow breath out…" She followed my directions, but she didn't seem any less stressed.
Seeing as I'm the Maid of Honor, I can tell you that Dani, Dana, and Norman's niece Allie were the bridesmaids. Drew's groomsmen were Ash as Best Man (surprisingly) and three of his brothers were behind him.
We, being me, Aunt Caroline, and Dani, were helping May into her dress when there was a knock on the door. Dana stepped in for me while I went to get it.
"Ash, what are you doing here?" I said as soon as I saw him. He looked really good in a tux, even with his hat on. "And why are you wearing your hat?"
"Because I want to wear it, and," he leaned closer to me. "Drew's having a bit of cold feet. He won't listen to anything any of us have to say. We need your help."
I sighed dramatically.
"As always, the true romantic is here to save the day." I walked out to the groom's side, but before I could go in, Ash's warm hand was wrapped in mine. He turned me around and kissed me softly, sweetly, but, disappointingly quickly. He had grown taller then me, and even though I was wearing heels, I still had to look up to him.
"I'm glad you're here." he said in a whisper that made me smile and blush.
We stood like that for a few minutes, until I snapped back to reality with too much speed. I went into Drew's room and saw he was sitting in a chair, his hair disheveled, his tie loose, and his head in his hands.
"Drew?" I said softly. He looked up at me, startled.
"Oh, hi Misty. Did Ash send you in here?" I nodded, and Drew chuckled.
"He would go to you." Then he didn't say anything for a while, and I walked over to him and gently touched his shoulder. He looked up at me again and his face was pale with nervousness.
"What's wrong?"
"I wasn't nervous before. I really wasn't. I don't easily get nervous. But now…now that the day's here, now that by midnight, May and I will be married….I guess it's all kind of getting to me."
"That's what you call cold feet. It's very normal, and very natural. Just think about how happy you will be to have Mrs. May Hayden by your side." I said wisely, if I do say so myself.
He smiled when I said May Hayden, and I saw the color slowly begin to return to his face.
"Thanks Misty." He hugged me, and I hugged him back. Drew's become somewhat like a brother to me, and if I can help him, I will. No matter what.
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Finally, after all the confidence crises were over, it was finally time for the wedding. The bridesmaid dresses were amazing, and everyone looked perfect. We gathered in the back of the church (1) and I looked at May. All the nervousness was gone; she looked ready to make the commitment of a lifetime. She looked ready to marry Drew. It was all I could hope for and more.
The bridal party led the group, me in front, and everyone from me to Davy, Drew's youngest brother, was poised, and perfect. Even the twins were behaving maturely. I guess they were swimming in my side of the gene pool today.
We were all ready for May to make her appearance. Drew was standing confidently opposite me, and I gave him a good natured smile. He smiled back.
Then the old fashioned "Here Comes The Bride" piano song came on, and May finally showed herself.
Her chestnut brown hair was curled into a stylish bun with curls hanging around her face. Her sapphire blue eyes were clear and beautiful, and you couldn't wipe the smile from her face if you tried. Her dress was a beautiful halter dress, simple, but elegant at the same time.
She walked up and faced Drew, who looked like he was in awe.
"Ladies and gentlemen, we are gathered here today to celebrate the holy union of these two lovers in matrimony. Love is the holiest and most powerful of emotions, and it is most fitting that it should be united in the holiest and most powerful of sacraments." he looked at May and Drew, and then continued. "Who gives this woman to this man on this day?"
Uncle Norman stood and said clearly,
"I, her father, Norman Maple give my daughter May to this man, Drew." I smiled.
"Very well. Take each other's hands." he directed the two Coordinators. Caroline was dabbing her eyes, her face a picture of happiness. Max was grinning, as though he had always known this was going to happen one day. Pichu was sitting with him, and well as Pikachu.
"Drew, do you take this woman to be your lawfully wedded wife? Will you honor, cherish, adore, and love her for the rest of your life, until death do you part?"
Drew looked right into May's eyes as he said the words,
"I do."
May had happy tears in her eyes, and I think I was about to shed a few of my own.
"May, do you take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband? Will you honor, cherish, adore, and love him for the rest of your life, until death do you part?"
May's eyes were locked on Drew's as she said the everlasting words.
"I do."
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When it came time for the vows, I was starting to get itchy with anticipation. Of everything I'd helped May with for this wedding, she refused to let me see or correct (if needed) what she was going to say in her vows.
"Drew," she smiled. "When I first met you, I thought you were an arrogant jerk that liked to tease people for fun. When I first met you, I never would have even dreamed that we would get where we are today. Though as time went on and we became closer, I realized that the only reason you ever teased me was too help me in the end. You were my first real rival when it came to being a coordinator, and not only that, but you were my inspiration. You helped me achieve and do my best in whatever I did. I'm not going to say that it was all easy, because it was far from easy, but I will say this. Drew, when I first met you, I do believe I fell in love with you, I just had to realize it first. You, and me? We're definitely a miracle."
That had to be about the sweetest thing I've ever heard in my life. Caroline was crying openly now, but she was happy, so it was okay. I felt a warm tear slide down my cheek, and I wiped it away quickly. Ash saw though, and he smiled encouragingly.
"May, you were right in saying that I only teased you to help you. You reminded me so much of me when I first started out that I just couldn't resist. You improved along the way, and you became a strong coordinator because of it. You are the most beautiful, kindest, sweetest, and most loving person on the planet. You may be a little clumsy and slow at times, but it's all part of why I fell in love with you. I don't know exactly when it happened, but I do know that I will love from now until the day that I die. From now until the end of time."
May's eyes were watery still, but it seemed like she was trying desperately not to let the tears be shed.
After the vows were validated and everything was right, the priest ended the ceremony with those final words.
"I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss the bride."
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A/N: So, there it is. May and Drew's wedding is finally written and posted. I hope it's all that you expected. I hope I didn't disappoint.
Please review!
(1) I'm Catholic, so I hope this doesn't offend anyone!
~Charmed