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Chapter 20.: Taking it to the Next Level

Two years … two years since Shulk and Lucina declared their love for each other. They went on dates together, and they enjoyed each other's company. Although Lucina still had the nightmares, Shulk was there to comfort her, and the nightmares appeared less often. Obviously, Chrom was protective of Lucina, being her father and all, but after Lucina convinced him, Chrom left Shulk alone … with a warning, of course.

One day, after getting a small box from a jewelry store, Shulk decided to take their relationship to the next level. He went to lunch, and spotted Lucina eating alone. Gulping, he knew what he had to do. Shulk approached Lucina, keeping both of his hands behind his back, holding the tiny box in one hand. "Hey." Shulk greeted.

Lucina looked up at him and smiled. "Hey. What's up?"

Shulk blushed. He mustered up his courage; now was the time to tell her.

"I … I have something for you."

With that, Shulk kneeled down, placing his hands in front of him, and opened the box. The other Smashers watched intently, waiting to see what will happen next. "Lucina …" Shulk whispered. "Would you marry me?"

Lucina placed both of her hands on her mouth, shocked, but tears began to form. Not sad tears, but … happy tears. She hugged Shulk tightly, crying. "Yes, yes, yes! I do, Shulk! I do!" She cried happily.

All of the Smashers got up and cheered for the couple. Robin was crying happily for her daughter. Even Chrom was quite happy that his daughter was engaged.

"Man, I look ridiculous in this …" Shulk sighed, looking at the mirror. He was wearing a typical suit and tie for the marriage, but the tag behind his back was making him itch, and the tie was a bit tight. It had been six months since Lucina and Shulk's engagement, and the two were getting ready for the wedding. While Lucina was in another room to dress herself, Shulk was just about done with his.

Pac Man chuckled. "Oh come on, buddy. You look nice!"

Shulk shrugged. "Well … I'm not used to being fancy like this …"

"Heh …" Pac Man smirked, "I know how you feel. But you'll do good in this! Trust me."

Shulk smiled at Pac Man's encouragement.

Meanwhile, Lucina was the blushing bride as she was donning her wedding dress. After getting her makeup done, she looked at the mirror.

"You look beautiful, Lucina," Robin smiled.

"Th-thank you …" Lucina smiled, "I wonder if Shulk thinks that too …"

"I'm sure," Robin giggled, "well, time for you to be off!"

"Thank you, mother." Lucina smiled as she walked out, careful not to trip.

The Smashers went to their seats, waiting for the wedding to start. Shulk was already up front as he waited for Lucina to walk down the aisle…

And there she was, wearing her wedding dress and holding a bouquet of flowers in her hands. She was blushing as she walked forward, obviously afraid of embarrassing herself or Shulk, but when Shulk gave her an encouraging look, she smiled.

When she finally reached the front, the two stared down at each other, smiling. Mario began the ceremony after everyone settled in. After giving a speech, he finally got to the part everyone was waiting for:

"Shulk, do you take Lucina as your lawfully wedded wife?"

"I do." Shulk vowed.

"And Lucina, do you take Shulk as your lawfully wedded husband?"

"I do." Lucina smiled.

With that, Mario finally announced: "You may kiss the bride." Shulk held her close and the two kissed, with cheers and shouts ringing their ears. After the kiss, Shulk picked her up bridal style and took her away, both smiling.

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