Wedding Planning Chapter 45: The Wedding, a gossip girl fanfic

A/N: Sorry for not updating as much, I have had a lot of homework and seeing as though it's the last month of school I don't think that the homework it will be decreasing anytime soon. But anways, there are probably just a few more chapters left before the story ends. But I hope you all enjoy this chapter!

Blair held Serena's hand the entire ride to the church. Nervousness had never left her best friend's eyes and it seemed to be creeping into Blair's as well. Vanessa and Sharon sat on the other end of the limo, quietly talking about a movie they must have seen. Blair's attention went back to Serena. She was staring at her dress. Blair smiled and gave her a reassuring squeeze on her hand.

"Don't worry S. You have me. Nothing bad will happen?"

Serena looked up at Blair.

"You promise?"

Blair grinned and nodded her head. On the outside she looked calm enough to fool anyone, well just about anyone. He could always sense if something was wrong with her. But he was not with her. She was worried. Far more worried than Serena was at the moment.

Sure she and Jenny had spent most of the morning planning on how to get rid of Carter. Their plan was basically fool proof, if everyone did what they were supposed. Blair had mastered almost all of the Upper East Side socialite's reactions to just about everything. If they did what they were supposed to, Carter would be gone faster than last year's golden sunglasses faze.

Blair turned her attention back to Serena when she started to hear Serena's faster breathing pace. She gave her hand another small squeeze. Serena's breathing went down to a slower pace. I wonder what's going on with the guys, thought Blair.

The guys had just gotten out of the limo and were now standing in the church's courtyard. They could hear some of the guests arriving. The wedding planner came out and instructed the boys inside to a room for the groom. There was a long mirror, a vanity, a couch and big window looking at nothing but the courtyard. Kyle and Nate sat on the couch. Chuck walked over to the window and looked down at the arriving guests. Eric was making sure that Evan didn't ruin his suit and kept on fixing his tie, still confused on how it kept on untying.

Dan sat nervously at the vanity. I'm getting married. I'm going to be a father. I'm going to have my book published. I'm getting married to the woman I love with all my heart today. I'm probably more lucky than most will be in their whole lives, he thought. He looked up at the mirror in front of him and glanced at each of the guys.

Nate and Kyle were deep in a conversation. Chuck seemed to be tapping his foot impatiently by the window. He looked anything but joyous. Evan was looking at himself in the mirror. Eric was leaning against a wall, checking every few seconds to make sure Evan hadn't ripped anything on his suit. Dan sighed and looked away from the mirror. He clamped his hands together and rested his head on top of them.

Hey um god, you there? I haven't done this in forever. The last time I probably did this was when I was seventeen and praying my parents were going to stay together. Well that didn't come true, but you did give me something more that I could never have imagined I could have. You gave me Serena. So I was wondering if maybe you could give her a good day today. Nothing bad to happen to her. Please? Hmm let's see, can I also ask for a few more things? I was wondering if you could help some of my friends out too. They all need some love in their lives and could you help direct them the right way? I don't even know what I'm talking about anymore. But just think about what I said. Amen, he prayed.

All of the boys looked up when they heard a knock at the door. Kyle got up from the couch and opened the door. Lily came running in with a man in a hat reading Flower Power following her. He held a big full of flowers. Lily was beaming.

"Okay, Nate come here."

Nate sighed and got up from the couch. Everyone came closer to see what he had received. Lily held up a basket full of flower petals. Nate gulped and forced a smile before taking it from Lily.

"Wow um, what can I say. They're beautiful."

Lily smiled and walked out of the room. The man followed. When the door shut, laughter filled the room. Nate placed the basket on the coffee table. The guys crowded him. Their faces had become red because of laughing so hard. Eric was the first to speak.

"Nate, hope you have fun tossing those around."

Nate rolled his eyes. Act like it's not a big deal. I mean your just throwing flower petals the way a flower girl is supposed to. Shit, I'm going to look like some guy with unresolved issues, he thought.

Meanwhile, the girl's limo stopped. The driver came out and held the door open for them. Blair looked over at Serena before climbing out.

"You alright S?"

Serena nodded her head and looked over at Blair. She gave her a small smile and Blair smiled back. She needed to do just about everything to keep Serena calm and focussed. Blair stepped out and waited for Serena. Serena held one side of her wedding dress, so it didn't get dirty, and got out from the limo. Blair grabbed the trail of the dress. Serena made her way into the church. Blair, Sharon and Vanessa followed. They quickly found Lily. She walked hurriedly toward them.

"Girls, there you are. Follow me."

Without having time to say anything, the girls followed Lily Van der Woodsen into a small room. The room consisted of a vanity, two full body mirrors, three chairs and a coffee table. Serena sat down on the chair at the vanity. The rest of the wedding party sat down on the chairs. Blair grabbed her phone and looked at the time.

Crap, it's almost eleven. The guests must already be here, she thought. She needed to find Jenny and make sure the plan went through. Nothing was going to mess this day up for her best friend, and she would make sure it didn't. Blair looked over at Serena. She looked like the fairytale princess every little girl dreams of being when they are young. But Serena's eyes are looking over at the ground. Blair took a deep breath before walking over to her. Serena looked up right away. Blair put on a smile.

"S, is it alright if I go out a take a quick walk before the wedding? I'll just make sure the guests are being taken care of."

Serena looked at Blair as if she had said something so bizarre. Her hand grabbed Blair's. Blair looked down at their hands. They were a symbol of their friendship and how strong it was, especially Serena's grip. Blair looked into Serena's eyes. Serena's mouth parted and her voice reached Blair's ears.

"B, please don't leave me. You are the one keeping me together. Please B. I need you."

Blair couldn't take her eyes off Serena's. I can't make Serena unhappy. It's her wedding day after all. she thought. Blair sighed. She would just have to hold off the plan and hope that it would still work and that Carter wouldn't do anything during the ceremony.

"Fine. I'll stay right here with you."

Serena smiled and let go of Blair's hand.

"Thanks B! You don't know how much this means to me. I honestly don't know what I would do without you."

Blair smiled and went back to her seat. She pulled out her phone and quickly wrote a text.

J, seems like you'll have to keep Carter under control until after the ceremony -B

A reply came almost instantly.

What! Why can't we do it now so we can get rid of Carter for once and for all?

We can't cause a scene. Look, just make sure Carter doesn't do something dumb during the ceremony. The reception is right after. The plan can take place then. Alright? -B

Fine.

Blair closed her phone and placed it back inside her clutch. There was a knock at the door and Sharon went to answer it. Lily came in with the same man who had accompanied her to the boy's room. He placed his box of flowers on the coffee table. Everyone congregated around it. Lily smiled and pulled out a small bouquet of white, light blue and baby pink tulips. They were held together with ha light blue ribbon. Lily passed one to Blair and then passed out two identical ones to Vanessa and Sharon. The girls looked in awe at the flowers.

Lily turned to Serena and took out a bouquet of white roses from the boxes. Serena gasped. The flowers looked so delicate, as if she touched them they would break. Lily placed them in Serena's hands. Tears welled up in her eyes.

"I promised I wouldn't get emotional, but Serena I must say I am truly proud of you."

Serena felt the tears well up in her eyes as well. She pulled her mother into an embrace. Lily hugged back. Blair couldn't help but smile. Growing up, she rarely saw a pure and genuine mother and daughter moment. Mother and daughter separated. Lily wiped a few tears away. Serena grabbed a tissue and wiped a few tears off as well, making sure her makeup didn't smear. Lily excused herself, leaving the four girls alone. Sharon sat back down. She looked over at a small clock on the vanity. It was eleven fourteen. Vanessa was still standing and looking down at her bouquet. Blair walked over to her.

"It's beautiful, isn't it?"

Vanessa smiled and nodded. The flowers were really pretty. Something rarely shown in a world full of liars, repulsive and ignorant people. Blair spoke again.

"Look, I'm going to end things with Nate. Today."

Vanessa's eyes grew wide. She clutched the flowers.

"Blair, you can't do that. That will ruin everything. You can't break up with him. You just can't."

"You don't understand. If I don't do it today, I can't ever do it."

Vanessa's angry expression left her face and had been replaced with a confused one. What is she talking about?, she thought. Blair took a deep breath and continued.

"After the reception, Nate is supposed to take me to Croatia for a trip around the Mediterranean. If I don't break up with him before that, then me and him will most likely end up married. Everyone will expect us to."

"So don't give into people's expectations."

"It's not as easy as it sounds. Breaking up with someone, who just took you around the Mediterranean and sailed the ship themselves, you just don't do that."

She looked over at Vanessa. It seemed as though she was agreeing with Blair. Vanessa looked at Blair.

"Fine, do what you have to do."

And with that Vanessa walked off. Blair was about to follow her, when there was a knock at the door. Sharon got it again. It was the wedding planner. She told the girls to come and get in assembled with the men. Vanessa and Sharon left first. Blair looked over at Serena. She was looking at herself in the mirror. Blair walked over behind her.

"Come on S. It's your time to shine."

Serena still didn't look away from the mirror. Blair's eyes grew worried.

"Serena, we have to go."

Serena turned and looked over at her petite best friend.

"After today, I'm going to be Serena Humphrey."

Blair smiled.

"As much as I'd hate to admit, yes you will be. You will be married to a guy that loves you so much that there aren't enough words in the world to describe the way he feels about you."

Serena smiled. Blair smiled with her.

"So you ready?"

Serena looked over at the door and then back at Blair.

"Yes."

The girls left the room and went to where the wedding planner had instructed them. They were quickly put in order. Blair and Kyle were to go first. Followed by Vanessa and Eric, and then Sharon and Chuck. Evan and Nate were behind them. Nate held the basket of flower petals, trying to restrain himself from hitting himself in the head with it for being an idiot for agreeing to be the flower man. Serena stood behind the two boys. This is it, she thought. The church doors opened and Blair and Kyle linked arms. They walked at a slow pace down the aisle.

The church was grand and had a midlevel feel to it. There were a couple dozen white candles lit. The priest stood at the front. Dan stood next to him. He was shaking with nervousness. The pews were decorated with three different coloured ribbons: white, light blue and baby pink. Blair looked over at the guests. She saw Jenny and Hazel. Jenny nodded her head in the direction of where Carter was sitting. He was smiling at Blair. She looked away. Kyle and Blair reached the end of the aisle and went to their sides. Vanessa and Eric soon followed. Sharon and Chuck finished as well. Everyone turned to see Evan and Nate walking down the aisle.

Evan had a huge grin on his face. His red hair had been gelled and his tie hung perfectly. He held the pillow with the two rings high enough so everyone could see. Everyone ooohed and awed at him. But their reactions were different for Nate. He stood tall and proud and threw flower petals every few steps. People got out their phones and snapped pictures. Laughter filled the church. Nate swore he saw the priest trying to hold chuckles. The boys finished and took their seats. Every body rose to see Serena.

She held the bouquet out in front of her. She walked to the rhythm of Here comes the bride. The song had become familiar after all of the weddings of her mother's she had attended as a child. All eyes were on her, but her eyes were on Dan. She felt as if everyone else had disappeared and it was just the two of them. The way they were going to be for the rest of their lives. Serena reached the end of the aisle, her eyes had never left Dan's. Serena passed her bouquet to Blair before she put her hands in Dan's. The priest cleared his throat and the ceremony began.

After twenty minutes of exchanging vows and repeating most of what the priest was saying, it was time for the rings. The priest cleared his throat. Dan grabbed one of the wedding rings and hovered it above Serena's hand. The priest turned to Dan.

"Repeat after me. I, Daniel Jonah Humphrey."

"I, Daniel Jonah Humphrey."

"Take thee Serena Celia Van der Woodsen."

"To be my lawful wedded wife."

"To have and to hold, from this day forward."

"For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer."

"In sickness or in health."

"To love and to cherish 'till death do us part."

Dan slipped on the wedding ring on the ring finger. He gave Serena's hand a small squeeze before the priest turned to her.

"Repeat after me. I, Serena Celia Van der Woodsen."

"I, Serena Celia Van der Woodsen."

The vows were done quickly, but each moment was filled with love. Blair looked at the way Serena and Dan looked into each other's eyes. She saw the way Sharon and Eric would steal glances at each other. She looked over at Nate. He was looking at the couple. Blair looked over at Serena. She and Nate both knew they would never have that. Her thoughts were interrupted when she heard the priest speak.

"You may now kiss the bride."

Dan smiled at Serena before bringing her close to him. Their lips touched. The room became quiet. Dan;s hands cupped Serena's face. Her hands held onto his arms. They parted and smiled at one another. The priest turned to the guests.

"I would like to introduce Mr and Mrs Humphrey."

The guests clapped and stood up as Serena and Dan linked arms and walked down the aisle. Kyle and Blair followed. Behind them, Vanessa and Eric. Chuck and Sharon walked behind them. Evan and Nate trudged behind everyone else. They were headed outside, where two limos were waiting for them. Serena, Dan, Eric, Sharon and Evan got into one. Kyle, Blair, Vanessa, Nate and Chuck got into the other.

The ride to the Palace hotel was unbearable. No one spoke, fearing they might upset someone. Chuck sat the farthest away from everyone. Kyle sat near him. Vanessa sat next to Blair, who sat next to Nate. A ride that usually took a few minutes felt like it had taken an hour. When they arrived, Nate helped Blair out of the limo. He took her hand and led her inside. Guests were already seated. Nate led them to the massive table reserved at the front for the wedding party. Dan and Serena were already seated.

There were name tags on the table. Blair's was beside Serena. Next to Blair, sat Chuck. Serena tried to hide her smile. As much as she was disgusted by Chuck, he truly did seem like the perfect guy for her best friend. Next to Chuck sat Vanessa. Nate had been seated beside her. He smiled genuinely at her. Eric, Sharon and Evan occupied the seats next to Nate. Beside Dan sat his best man, Kyle. Blair smiled at Chuck and he did the same. She didn't even seem to notice Nate talking to Vanessa.

Blair looked around. She saw Jenny seated with Rufus, Allison and Hazel. Blair pulled out her phone from her clutch and placed it on her lap. She quickly texted Jenny.

Do you know where he is? -B

I see him near the bar. Shall we get started?

Yes -B

Blair put her phone away. She excused herself from the table. Nate noticed her getting up. He too excused himself from the table. He followed Blair as she walked to the bar. She hadn't seem to notice Nate behind her. She saw Carter at the bar and smirked. Perfect he's right there, she thought. Suddenly, she felt someone grab her arm.

She turned around and saw Nate. He let go of her arm. She managed to force a smile.

"Um, hey Nate. You looked amazing throwing those flower petals down the aisle."

Nate let out a small chuckle.

"Yeah. So are you ready for the trip?"

His voice seemed uncertain when he asked. Blair put on her best fake smile, which her mother had taught her.

"Listen, can we talk later? I need to go take care of some business."

Nate was caught off guard, but didn't want to upset Blair. After all she was the key to his happiness.

"Uh sure."

Blair smiled and gave him a small kiss on the cheek before she headed toward the bar. Jenny watched with focussed eyes as Blair approached Carter. Blair sat down next to him on one of the bar stools.

"Hey Carter."

He smiled back at her.

"Hey Blair. You look really lovely today."

"Thank you. You look very handsome."

He let out a small laugh.

"Shouldn't you be saying that to Nate?"

"If it was true. Carter, I don't know why but I feel like I'm falling for you."

Carter almost dropped his drink. Blair tried to hide her smirk. She looked over at Jenny and winked. That had been their signal. Blair turned her attention back to Carter.

"How about we go somewhere a little bit more private?"

He couldn't help but smile at her. He scooted closer to her.

"Where did you have in mind?"

"I was thinking why don't we just get a room here? That way we wouldn't be too far."

Carter smiled and quickly nodded his head. Blair smiled. This is too perfect, she thought. She heard Jenny's approaching foot steps. Jenny cleared her throat. Carter turned around to look at her.

"Hey Jenny."

Jenny ignored him and looked at Blair.

"What are you doing talking to him?"

Blair got off the stool she had been sitting on and walked up to Jenny. They were face to face.

"Last time I checked, I could talk to him all I wanted. But don't worry Little J, we should be leaving soon. And don't worry no talking will be done."

Carter smiled at the thought of being in bed with Blair. Blair tried not to gag. Jenny looked at Blair.

"You shouldn't have said that B, you might just get a black eye."

"Firstly, only my friends call me B. Secondly, if I was going to get a black eye it wouldn't be from you."

Jenny brought her fist up to Blair. She wasn't really going to hit her, but Carter didn't know that. Carter stepped between the two girls.

"Girls, girls. How about we settle this outside?"

The girls nodded their heads. Carter lead the way outside. Everyone from the wedding party table didn't notice them leave except for Chuck and Nate. Chuck got up from his seat, but Nate noticed him and pushed him back down.

"Don't you even think of following."

Chuck looked away from his former best friend. He watched as Nate walked out of the ballroom and in the direction Carter, Jenny and Blair had used earlier. When he was sure Nate wasn't going to see him, Chuck excused himself from the table and went the same direction.

Meanwhile, Carter, Blair and Jenny were in the courtyard in front of the Palace. Carter was sitting down as the two girls continued to glare at each other. They had both mastered their lines so well, that Carter was actually buying into it. Blair spoke first.

"You should leave. Grown ups only, J."

"Well at least I'm as tall as one. Five foot four won't help you out in this case, B."

"I said only my friends call me B."

"Yes but keep your friends close and your enemies closer. And since we're so "close" I can call you B all I like, B."

"At least I don't have to lie about my zip code to impress others."

Carter stood up from the bench he had been sitting on and stood between the two girls. Jenny spoke first.

"Carter you have to choose. The bitch or the girl that can make you happy?"

Carter looked from Blair to Jenny and back to Blair. The three were so wrapped up in their conversation that they hadn't noticed Nate standing behind a tree listening to every word that had been spoken. Chuck was standing behind a fountain.

Carter looked from Jenny to Blair. He sighed.

"I choose Blair."

Nate didn't know what had come over him but he felt his feet moving. His fist was clenched and at his side. Carter looked at him as he approached.

"Hey N-N-Nate. What's up?"

Nate glared at him before colliding his fist against Carter's jaw. Carter fell backwards. Chuck had come over to scene. Nate was far to angry to even notice Chuck.

"What the fuck man. She's my girlfriend!"

Carter grabbed his jaw and struggled to stand up.

"Listen man, she came onto me. They both did. They made me choose!"

"Stop making stuff up. Just leave me alone. Stay the hell away from me, my family, my friends and my world. Just leave!"

"Come on Nate-"

"Just shut up and leave!"

Nate put his arm around Bair and quietly led her back inside. Chuck stayed put. Carter looked up at him.

"What the hell do you want Bass?"

Chuck ignored him and turned to Jenny.

"Are you going to dispose of him or shall I have my security take care of it?"

Jenny looked over at Carter.

"I can do it."

Chuck gave Carter one last disgusted look before he went back inside. Carter had managed to get up from the ground. He looked over at Jenny. She faked a smile. The walked out of the courtyard and over to the street. Jenny held up her arm and hailed them a cab. A cab stopped by the curb. Carter opened the door. He motioned for Jenny to come in first. She stayed firmly planted on the ground. Carter raised an eyebrow.

"Well aren't you coming?"

"No. I prefer to stay away from trouble now."

"What the heck are you talking about?"

"Carter you need to leave. Not just the wedding but New York. Just leave. Every time you're here, something bad happens. Well we don't need it anymore."

"Jenny, what the hell are you talking about? You want me to leave. What makes you think I'll listen to you."

Jenny smirked and pulled out her phone. She went to the Gossip Girl homepage. She passed it to Carter. His jaw clenched. He looked up at Jenny.

"Why did you do this?"

"I needed to. You wouldn't leave."

Carter looked back down at the screen before he spoke.

"Fuck you Jenny."

"You already did."

Carter handed her back her phone before he shut the door of the cab. Jenny watched as it drove away. She couldn't help but smile. That was probably going to be the last time she saw Carter Baizen and she couldn't be more happier.

Hello Upper EastSiders,

Seems Scumbag didn't know that memories don't just fade, especially with digital photography. We all remember when J lost her not-so-innocent virtue to Scumbag during her freshman year, but she also took pictures to prove it as well. Scumbag sure likes to dress up, doesn't he?

XOXO Gossip Girl

Everyone in the ballroom was laughing over the pictures Gossip Girl had sent. Jenny made sure she hadn't been in any of them. Carter had insisted he dressed up. There were pictures of him in a cowboy outfit to a magician's costume. There would be no reason for him to come back now. Blair looked up from her phone. She caught Nate's eyes. She sighed and walked over to him.

"Nate we need to talk."