More Than Your Friend

Chapter 17

John's POV

I was a little nervous as I arrived in front of Cinderella's castle that evening. This was it. I was about to take the plunge and marry the girl I had loved ever since childhood. I looked myself over. I had to admit I looked pretty awesome dressed in my Knight costume. This fairy tale theme idea had been a good one. Alex had always been very theatrical.

The Day had gone by so slowly. My dad and brothers had been great. Trying to do things with me to help me pass the time and keep my mind off being nervous. But my mind always went back to the wedding, and Alex.

Finally the time had come and here I stood with my brothers and Randy, waiting for Alex to arrive.

Just then I heard the music; "Kiss The Girl" from Little Mermaid start, and I knew she was here. I felt a lump in my throat as I saw a beautiful horse drawn carriage pull up to the castle, and then Alex stepped out.

She looked absolutely breathtaking. She was dressed in a replica of Ariel's wedding dress from The Little Mermaid. She carried a beautiful bouquet of red roses and pink and white carnations. Her dark red hair was done in curls, which hung loosely down her back . Her veil was held in place by a little gold crown which looked just like the one Ariel wears.

The girls, Maria, Mickie, Melina, Ashley, and Kat looked pretty too, dressed in princess style dresses. Their dresses were a light bluish green colour that Alex described as sea-foam.

I smiled. Ariel is Alex's favourite Disney princess. So It was obvious she would want to look like her on her wedding day.

Alex took her father's arm, and they started to walk towards me. I could see Alex was smiling nervously as she walked down the aisle.

When they finally reached the end of the aisle and Alex's dad placed her hand in mine. I felt my heart skip a beat. And I felt very happy and full of hope for the future.

Alex's POV

Dad placed my hand in John's, and at that moment I wanted to cry tears of joy as I looked at him. He looked great dressed in his stage armor. John and I took our places and turned to face John's father John Cena Sr. Who was performing the ceremony. He had been ordained to do so.

"Dearly Beloved…" he began and the rest of the ceremony went by without a hitch. John and I made our vows to each other infront of our closest friends and family. And when we were finally pronounced man and wife, there was a huge burst of applause and cheering. And we sealed that great moment with a sweet, but passionate kiss.

After the ceremony, it was off to pose for pictures in the flower gardens near the castle, and also for some pictures infront of the castle. We were a little surprised when Mickey and Minnie Mouse showed up to pose for pictures with us, dressed in their wedding clothes. But it was cute, and we got a few cute shots of us with Mickey and Minnie.

Finally, after all the pictures were taken, it was time to head inside the castle for dinner, and the reception. I hadn't had a chance to come and look at the dining room, and I had left the decorating up to Kat and my bridesmaids, I only hoped that they had done everything the way I wanted it to be.

We did the reception line outside the hall. Everyone congratulated John and I. Saying we made such a beautiful couple. A few of my girlfriends started joking with me about babies. Saying it wouldn't be long now. I just blushed demurely, and sent them along the line.

Finally when all of that was over, the moment came. The bridesmaids and groomsmen lined up infront of John and I. And as they walked in I had to giggle as I heard the music that the DJ was playing. It was the theme from the Mickey Mouse Club.

Then the doors closed again and John and I smiled as we knew this was the moment. We heard Hunter on the mic inside as our MC.

"Ladies and Gentlemen, it gives me great pleasure to announce to you, in public for the first time as husband and wife, Mr. and Mrs. John Cena!"

John and I went through the door, to a burst of applause and cheering. The DJ had started to play "So This Is Love" from Cinderella.

I had to smile. The hall looked beautiful. It was decorated with gorgeous floral centerpieces on each table. They were made of the same flowers I carried in my bouquet.

There were bouquets of Valentine's Day balloons in each corner of the room. They were so pretty, red, silver and pink mylar hearts, attached to heart shaped weights.

It was then that I noticed the cake in the corner on it's own table. My Mum had insisted on making it herself. When I noticed it, I nearly started crying. It was a five tiered cake, covered in white fondant with pink sugar roses, and red fondant hearts. It was absolutely perfect for a Valentine's Day wedding.

The Disney people had added a nice touch as well, they had placed a statue of Cinderella next to the cake, dancing with her prince.

John quietly excused himself to change his costume for the reception. I had to keep from giggling when he came back to the table. He was dressed just like Prince Eric from The Little Mermaid. The Disney People had to have had something to do with this. He took his seat beside me and that's when it started, everyone started tinkling on their wine glasses with their forks and spoons.

John and I stood up and looked at each other. We kissed lightly. And we couldn't believe it when everyone actually booed!

"You two just got married and you're already kissing each other like that?" Hunter piped up "Uh-oh….I think I smell a divorce coming…"

I heard John laugh then, and I laughed too as he took me in his arms, and really kissed me then. Everyone applauded and I felt my face go hot and red, as I sat down in my seat again.

Dinner was served then. Everyone enjoyed it, and the food was fantastic. The menu went a little something like this.

Strawberry romaine salad tossed with a light raspberry vinaigrette

Penne in vodka sauce/ Tortellini with broccoli in alfredo sauce

Roast beef with Yorkshire Pudding, gravy and Mushy Peas OR Chicken Cordon Bleu with grilled vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes.

English Trifle OR Chocolate Mousse cake with raspberry sauce

Then as dessert was being served I saw Randy get up from the head table, and go take the mic..and I knew it was time for him to make his speech.

"Hi everybody! I just want to thank you all for being here for my Best buddy's wedding. John….you finally did it bro. And I can't think of anyone who would be better suited for you than Alex. You two are amazing together. It's like you're joined at the hip. I remember when John told me he was going to propose to Alex…we were on tour in Europe. They had just been through a rough patch in their relationship. And all he kept saying was 'Randy I almost lost her….I can't let that happen' I knew then that he loved Alex with all of his heart and soul and so I told him that if he felt that it was what he needed to do…then he needed to do it, and well, you all know the rest of the story. Anyway….I'm rambling on here….To My best friend John, and his beautiful bride Alexandra….may they always be happy together. I wish you two all the best. Cheers!" Randy raised his champagne glass to us then.

We drank and then stood to kiss. Everyone applauded. And as we sat back down; I saw Kat get up from her seat.

She took the mic from Randy, and I braced myself. This would be good; but would probably make me cry too.

"Hello everyone! For those of you who maybe don't know me all that well, I'm Kathleen Martin and I'm Alex's best friend. When Alex first called me to let me know that she'd gotten together with John; I had to admit I wasn't crazy about the idea. I'm going to be honest and say; I had the same thoughts a lot of other people do; pro wrestler probably has a girl in every city. But then I started talking to Alex a little more often, and she kept telling me things about John…about how happy they were on tour together. How things were working out so great, and I started to think; maybe I was wrong about him. Then after the proposal in Paris; Alex called me crying and I immediately got my defenses up, and thought that she'd been hurt by him. But after I figured out that they were tears of joy; After Alex told me that they'd just gotten engaged I couldn't help but feel happy and I congratulated both of them right there."

Kat turned to us then,

"Alex, John, You two are wonderful together. I want you you both to know that I am so happy for you. I wish you both all the happiness, luck, and love that a happy marriage needs. I know that you're gonna make beautiful babies together."

I blushed. And Kat walked over to John, taking his hand, and looking right at him.

"John. Please promise me you'll take care of Alex. She means a lot to me. She and I have been through a lot of good times together. But she's been there for me through hell and back too…" She trailed off, emotional.

"You know I will Kat…" I heard John say to her. I was touched then, as John stood and he and Kat shared a hug. The guests applauded.

Kat stopped then to dab at her eyes with a handkerchief. And after a couple of deep breaths she turned to me.

"Al…You're the most beautiful bride I've ever seen. You truly look like a Princess. I'm so glad that you found your Prince, and that you're going to live happily ever after. We've been friends for a long time. We've been through a hell of a lot together. We had the chicken pox together when we were 15. And though it was hell, we got through it together. You're a very special person in my life Alex. And I'm really happy that you've found that very special person in your life, and I look forward to many more years of friendship with both of you." Kat finished then and I got up to hug her.

Everyone applauded and just then Hunter took the microphone and announced that it was time for John and I to have our first dance.

I smiled. I had chosen the song for this. It was perfect. Everyone knew The story of how John and I had been friends as kids, and through adulthood and now here we were getting married to each other. Anyway, the song was by Bryan Adams, and it was called "Heaven" The words of the song reflected our story.

"Oh thinking about all our younger years,

There was only you and me,

We were young and wild and free;

Now nothing can take you away from me

We've been down that road before;

but that's over now,

You keep me coming back for more.

And baby you're all that I want,

When you're lying here in my arms

I'm finding it hard to believe

We're in heaven.

And love is all that I need

And I found it there in your heart.

It isn't too hard to see, we're in heaven.

Oh once in your life you'll find someone

Who'll turn your world around, bring you up when you're feeling down.

Nothing could change what you mean to me,

Yeah, there's lots that I could say.

But just hold me now, 'cause our love will light the way.

And baby you're all that I want,

When you're lying here in my arms;

I'm finding it hard to believe we're in heaven.

Love is all that I need, and I found it there in your heart

It isn't too hard to see, we're in heaven.

I've been waiting for so long; for something to arrive

For love to come along; now our dreams are coming true.

Through the good times and the bad, I'll be standing there by you.

And baby you're all that I want,

When you're lying here in my arms

I'm finding it hard to believe

We're in heaven.

And love is all that I need

And I found it there in your heart.

It isn't too hard to see, we're in heaven."

John and I danced to the song with big smiles on our faces…his was a little bigger, he hadn't actually heard the song. He had trusted me with picking something appropriate. At the end of the song everyone applauded and we kissed.

Next it was time for my dance with my dad. I had found the perfect song for this one. It was by the Irish tenor, John McDermott. And it was called "Daughter Of Mine." As I danced with my Dad, it kinda sank in…I was married now. And after that I couldn't stop smiling.

John's dance with his mother was next. It was to the song "Through The Years." By Kenny Rogers. I had picked this one too.

The dance floor was opened to everyone then and that was when things really started to rock. Everyone had a great time dancing and partying. And then Hunter came over the mic again and told us it was time to cut the cake.

John and I took our places by the cake. He smiled as he took hold of his sword. I held it with him, and we cut the cake while everyone snapped pictures. We then did the traditional feed-each-other-cake thing. And the cake was served.

Then Hunter was on the mic again telling me and John it was time for the bouquet and garter tosses. I took my seat on a chair, and John had fun going under my dress. The DJ had started playing the song The Stripper by the David Rose Orchestra. Finally he emerged with my garter in his teeth.

The single guys all gathered behind John and he released the garter in a slingshot type motion over his left shoulder. Everyone cheered when Matt Hardy caught it. Things were getting kind of serious between him and Maria. They had started dating recently, and were very much in love.

Next it was my moment. The single girls all gathered around me, and I turned my back. The DJ kept joking around by playing "Chariots Of Fire" I laughed. This was too good. I tossed the bouquet and when I turned to look, I saw Maria…standing there holding it with a HUGE smile on her face.

The party started to wind down after that…and finally John and I left to go back to our honeymoon suite. I changed from my wedding dress into a very pretty white satin nightgown.

I crawled into bed beside John who was in just his boxers. We took one look at each other, and decided that since we were both so tired…we just wanted to go to sleep. There was plenty of time for anything else later.

John kissed me good night, and told me he loved me, and as I drifted off in his arms. I was filled with love and happiness and I knew this was a day I would remember for the rest of my life.