Warnings: None.
Disclaimer: I do not own these characters or song.
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CHAPTER 5:
Not everyone came to the reception but Nick and Sebastian were having fun regardless. They had sat for a while, eating and drinking and laughing with their groomsmen and almost-bridesmaids. David had already come to check on Sebastian and he did indeed have an ambulance at the ready. Sebastian didn't particularly care though – he was having too much fun with his husband.
After the dinner was served, it was time for the speeches. Blaine and Jeff were speaking as well as the Smythes and Duvals. Jeff started.
"When I first found out that Nick and Sebastian were going out, I laughed because I had seen it coming. What I hadn't seen coming was how long they would last and what they would last through. I have watched you guys go through absolute hell but you've come out the other side more in love than I thought was possible. All I can say is that I hope you two can be together forever – even though you've told me a million times that "forever" is an incorrect concept and that I should have paid attention in physics." That earned a few laughs. "But mostly, I just want to thank you two for teaching me that if you really love someone, you stick by them. You answer their calls and tell them you love them. You give them your liver and search the city for them the day of your wedding. I'm so glad I've gotten to see you two become the amazing men and the incredible couple you are. Congratulations boys!"
The crowd cheered and applauded as Jeff handed the microphone to Blaine.
"Thanks everyone… I honestly didn't know what to say when Sebastian asked me to do this speech. I found myself thinking back on how we met. I had gone back to Dalton to give them tickets to my school's musical in our junior year and Sebastian made me join the group number they were performing. He then spent the next six months trying to steal me from my boyfriend." Some people laughed, others shifted awkwardly. "We got past that though, and at the start of our senior year, Sebastian and I got to know each other a little better.
"Sebastian, you are one of the bravest people I have ever met. I honestly never thought you would be such an important part of my life and I'm glad you've let me play witness to yours. Even if you did steal the glory of my debut on Broadway by proposing to Nick." More laughter. "But I'm so happy to see the two of you together at last. Nick, you've got an amazing husband sitting with you right now and I know you realise that but I'm going to keep reminding you. Congratulations Nick and Sebastian. I hope you have the happiest marriage possible."
Nick was starting to cry now and he let Sebastian wrap an arm around him as Annabelle and Marcus got up to give their speech.
Annabelle started, "When Sebastian was a little boy, we went to see The Little Mermaid and I thought he was going to hate it, because it was Chelsea's choice. But when we were walking back to the car, Sebastian said to me: "Mommy, do you think if I sing that I'll find a prince too?" That just blew me away and being a mom, I told him he would." She turned to Sebastian with tears in her eyes. "I'm so glad you kept singing Sebastian, because your prince is wonderful and I am glad to call Nick my son-in-law. I'm so proud of both of you. I love you both so much."
There was a short round of applause before Marcus took the microphone. "I'm going to keep this short but Nick, I just want to thank you for taking care of my boy. I've had a hard time trusting the people Sebastian's let into his life but I never had any doubts about you. You make him happy, you make him better, and that's enough for me. Thank you for looking after my son. Congratulations."
Nick was openly crying now and he was struggling to focus on what his parents were saying as they took the microphone from Marcus.
"Nick and Sebastian…" Ben shook his head at his son. "It's good to see that you two are so consistent. Never have I met a more dramatic and troublesome couple. I feel I should have said this earlier but fainting and getting lost in the woods are not things to do the morning of your wedding." Ben laughed with the crowd before he grew more serious. "It warms my heart to see what you two will do for one another. I will never forget the day you and Nick stayed up all night studying for the SATs and I got up the next morning to find you passed out in the kitchen with bowls of melted ice-cream, and sprinkles in your hair. I've never really believed in perfection but you two – you two are perfect for each other. And I'm so glad I get to call you my sons."
Nick tried to smile but he could only cry. His mother didn't say anything, only came and gave him a hug.
"Smile Nicky, you're incredible," Ellie murmured in his ear. She pecked Sebastian on the cheek before retreating to her seat. Jeff had reclaimed the microphone and had signalled to the DJ across the room before addressing the crowd.
"Ladies and gentlemen, if you would now direct your attention to the dance floor, Nick and Sebastian will have their first dance."
The crowd clapped as Nick and Sebastian got to their feet and made their way onto the dance floor. Blaine and the Warblers who were present were singing the song for them. Blaine sat with a guitar on his knee as Kurt, Trent, Thad and Jeff stood in a line. They began to sing and Nick let Sebastian wrap him in his arms as they swayed aimlessly.
Blaine started the song off.
When I can be prone to
Indulging in sadness
You are the light through a dark sky in June
And that's how I know
I can always find sunshine
With my wonderful
Wonderful
Wonderful you
Jeff took the second verse.
Now who would have thought
That the smallest of gestures
Could make the whole world seem alive and brand new
The curl of a lip and I'm hopelessly falling
For my wonderful
Wonderful
Wonderful you
Kurt took the next part.
And I know there'll be
Times when we won't
See things eye to eye
But that doesn't mean
I'll ever stop trying
Trent took over.
In truth sometimes life
Can feel more like a series
Of mundane events we're all forced to live through
But I love even the most ordinary moments
With my wonderful
Wonderful
Wonderful you
Thad sang the last verse.
And I know there'll be
Times when we won't see
Things eye to eye
But that doesn't mean
I'll ever stop trying
They all sang the rest of the song.
'Cause I know that love
After everyone's gone
You'll be there still
Listening to me
Singing your song
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So into the great unknown future we walk on
I can't promise I'll always know what to do
But I'll be here for you
Come hell or high water
You're my wonderful
Wonderful
Wonderful you
You're my wonderful
Wonderful
Wonderful you
You're my wonderful
Wonderful
Wonderful you
Nick leaned up to kiss Sebastian as their friends and families applauded around them. The Warblers came and surrounded them in a group hug before the dance floor began to fill with people as the DJ put on some music. Nick and Sebastian retreated to their table where David was waiting for them.
"Congratulations boys," he said with a warm smile. "Do you want to head off yet? You aren't looking too good, Sebastian."
Nick looked to Sebastian and saw that his husband was in fact looking ghastly. He was pale and sweaty and the lump on his head seemed red and puffy. He squeezed Sebastian's hand under the table.
"Yeah, I think the hospital might be a good idea," Sebastian murmured.
"Okay. Do you need the ambulance or do you just want me to drive you?"
"You," Sebastian replied. "We'll just say thank you to everyone first."
"I'll get Jeff to bring over the microphone again," Nick whispered.
Sebastian watched Nick, smiling to himself. "I really am lucky, aren't I?"
"Yes you are," David said with a smile. "It's good to see you happy again, kiddo."
Sebastian looked to his uncle and nodded. "Thank you for everything you've done."
David shrugged one shoulder. "Don't worry about it. I wasn't going to let my only nephew suffer."
Sebastian clapped his uncle on the shoulder as Nick and Jeff returned with the microphone. The DJ cut the music and Sebastian got to his feet.
"Hi everyone, sorry to interrupt but Nick and I just wanted to thank you all for coming. Sadly we can't stick around – as Jeff and Ben pointed out, I got lost in the woods today and I'm not feeling too crash hot. Nick and I are so grateful that you all came to our wedding and we hope you enjoy the reception. It really means a lot to us to have you all here today."
There was a round of tentative applause before Sebastian and Nick headed off with David. They sat in the back, Nick resting his head on Sebastian's shoulder as David drove through the dark to the hospital.
"I love you, Sebastian Smythe-Duval," Nick murmured.
"And I love you, Nick Smythe-Duval."
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A/N: One more chapter left :) The last chapter will probably be short but it's meant to be cute so keep an eye out :p Thanks for reading and I hope you're enjoying it –Frankie xoxo
Song: Wonderful You – Bob Evans (give it a listen, it's absolutely beautiful and so fitting. I only found it while I was writing this fic hahaha)