Lucius walked into the throne room. "My lord, I have found a suitable candidate. She is the daughter of the Great Khan Chief. She is 19, virginal, and, may I say, attractive." Caesar smiled. "Once again, Lucius, you have proven yourself very useful. As a reward, you may take any one of the suites here in the Lucky 38 you want." "Thank you sir.""You may go. Where is the girl?" "Your bedroom sire." "Her name?" "Samantha." "Thank You."
He left the throne room, and walked up the stairs to his personal chambers. As he entered his bedroom, he saw her. Lucius had done his work well. She was about 5' 5", 110 lbs, with shoulder length brown hair, green eyes, and high cheekbones. She had a beautiful figure under her revealing black leather Great Khans armor. "So, Samantha, how are you?" Caesar said. She replied; "Well enough. I'm not used to all this finery." "You should get used to it. It is what Caesar's wife deserves." "Your wife?" "Yes. My marriage to you will cement the integration of the Great Khans into the legion. It will also ensure the future of the legion by providing me with an heir. Don't worry though. I will take good care of you. I am not a monster, and I will love and treasure you." He sat down next to her on the bed. "What do you think?" She shifted on the bed and said, "Well, if this will help the Khans and my father, then I will marry you. Besides, being married to Caesar can't be all that bad!" she chuckled. Caesar smiled, "I'm pleased to hear that. Well, go downstairs to the presidential suite. We will be married tomorrow, so get some sleep. Also, there is a dress laid out for you. Please wear it tomorrow." Samantha got up "Of course… my lord. Good night"
The next day, the population of New Vegas and legion soldiers lined the Strip. Emerging from the Lucky 38 was the wedding party. Caesar had eschewed his normal red tunic and golden armor in favor of a royal purple toga. Walking hand in hand with him was his wife to be, Samantha. She wore an orange dress, with her hair combed and curled. She also wore a translucent orange veil over her face.
The wedding party went to the Ultra-Luxe, where the wedding was to take place. An alter had been placed on a dais in the main hall of the casino. In front of the alter, in a red and white toga, was the high priest of the legion. On either side of the alter were the senior officers of the legion. To the right of the alter was Lanius, who had just returned from overseeing the building of fortifications in the south, was there, looking distinctly uncomfortable in the refined surroundings. Next to him was the newly minted Prefect Ursus, who had formerly been called Papa Bear, the Chief of the Great Khans. Caesar had made him the Training Prefect, in charge of creating new legionaries. This was partially due to the help the Khans had provided the legion at the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, and partially due to the fact his was to be Caesar's father in law. To the left of the alter was Vulpes Incultus, looking much more at ease than his rival Lanius. Next to him was Proconsul Gaius Vegas Vetrix, formerly the Courier. Next to him was Praetorian Prefect Lucius. Lining the walls behind the officers was the entire Praetorian Guard, dressed in all their ceremonial finery.
The couple arrived before the alter. The priest made ritual offerings of meat and grain burning them in the alter fire. Turning to the couple, he gave a benediction in Latin, and removed Samantha's veil. Caesar took Samantha's left hand with his right. The priest wrapped a red cloth around their hands. It was time to give the vows. Caesar said the ritual words, "Ubi tu Gaia, ubi me Gaius." Samantha, having been taught the words by her new body slave the night before, said "Ubi tu Gaius, ubi me Gaia." The priest gave another Latin benediction, and the ceremony was over. They were married.
Everyone adjourned to the Gourmand, where they had a celebratory meal. The main entrée was grilled Brahman steak, corn, bread, fruit, and tea. Everyone enjoyed themselves; Lanius even made a barking noise that could have been interpreted as laughter. Caesar, for the first time in a long time, was completely at ease, smileing and joking. Samantha, looking radiant, was all smiles, apparently no longer nervous or apprehensive. It was a long, happy, and joyous day.
That evening, Caesar and Samantha were alone in their private quarters. Caesar had removed the outer part of his toga and his sandals, wearing his toga undershirt and undershorts. He and Samantha had been talking for hours; he had been telling her stories of his childhood and rise to power. She smiled coyly, "Well, it seems whenever you put your mind to something, you accomplish it. So, am I to be your next conquest?" Caesar stroked her hair "Conquest implies resistance. You are unwilling?" "Oh, no! Just, I am a little nervous." "Don't be." Caesar leaned in to kiss her, and she responded in kind. As they passionately kissed, he slipped the straps of her dress off, letting it fall to the floor. Breaking the kiss, he lowered her down on to the bed. Stripping off his own clothes, he paused to admire her. Her body truly was amazing. Her narrow waist, tight stomach, and C cup breasts entranced him. Getting into bed with her, he kissed her again and said something he hadn't said since he was a child; "I love you."
For Samantha, that night was amazing. There was a brief moment of pain, when he entered her, but that was soon replaced by a wonderful feeling. As they fell asleep together, she smiled.
Author's Note: I hope you all like this. I tried to keep it classy. I'm not going to turn this into smut, but, let's be honest, that's what's happens on a wedding night. The idea of arranged marriages, while repugnant to us today was common to our ancestors. In Europe, dynastic marriages were common into the 19th Century. Marriages were often used to secure treaties and alliances, like the integration of the Great Khans into Caesar's Legion. Also, the marriage ceremony I describe follows closely the Ancient Roman marriage ceremony, including the vows and the color of the bride's dress. I would like to thank everyone who has added my story to their favorites list and/or submitted reviews. You guys are what encourages me to keep writing.
Next Chapter: A public celebration of Caesar's wedding, including gladiator fights!