So, are yall excited to see a Las Vegas wedding! I know I am! Wooo! Oh, and on a side note that is totally irrelevant to the story, I've had Cody Rhodes theme song stuck in my head all day (whoaaaa, you're only smoking mirrors!)… It's very catchy, especially when you see a cody rhodes look a like in walmart and you want to go up behind him and sing it… But I lost him in the electronics… sad day.

On with the wedding though!

Chapter 37- My Best Friend's Wedding

Lora

"So, when are the boys getting here?" Casie asked as we got out of the car outside the office the Clark County Clerk. Which deals and handles in marriage licenses and certificates. John and Randy had gone off this morning to buy two tuxedos for the wedding. It was safe to bet that Casie hadn't slept one wink last night, after John and her left the bus. To be honest, it was very difficult for me to get any sleep, thinking about everything that had happened that day. I would never have guessed John would propose in such a way. But it was so heart-warming and romantic, it was no wonder that Casie couldn't turn him down.

"Randy just sent me a text saying they were on their way," I said, rereading his message. Both Randy and I were asked to be a part of their simple ceremony. Casie had called me this morning, asking me to be her Matron of Honor. Which was a silly question to ask, because I would have never told her no. And, of course, John was repaying the favor from our wedding, and wanted Randy to be his Best Man. We entered the building and Casie gave them her name, and asked her to take a seat until she was called. I joined her in the chairs that lined the back wall. I pulled out a sheet of paper from my purse. It was a list of things that needed to be done before seven this evening. "Want to go over this, make sure we have everything?"

Casie nodded, and I began to rattle off the list. We needed a marriage license, that we were taking care of now. The boys have already gotten their tuxedos. The next thing we needed to do, was go to David's Bridal, and pick out a wedding dress for Casie, and a dress for me. The good thing about that was, Casie had been up on the computer all night last night, trying to find the one she wanted. She had it narrowed down to three. We needed to get to a jewelry store and get John his wedding band; and John needed to get Casie one. Then find a wedding chapel, which wouldn't be too hard in this city. The wedding chapel should be able to cover the things that we couldn't; like pictures, music, bouquets and the setting. But before we could discuss anything any further, John and Randy walked in. John smiled brightly at the pair of us, and walked straight to Casie. It warmed my heart to know this was happening to them. After everything they had been through, they deserved this. I stepped to the side, and moved over to Randy. In his hands, was the handle of Keith's car seat. As soon as my baby saw me, he reached his little arms out. I didn't make him wait any more than that, and held in my arms.

"Cena and Patterson?" the clerk called and John and Casie walked over to her. She handed out of paperwork for both John and Casie to fill out before they were ready. She looked back up to the pair of them, "Do you have any witnesses?"

They nodded and both Randy and I walked forward to stand behind them. We waited patiently while John and Casie filled out the information. Randy and I knew what the documents said. We had already filled them out once. Things like you must prove that you are of eighteen years or older in age, and proof of your Citizenship by knowledge of your Social Security Number. And sillier things such as you are not kin to one another unless it's passed the second cousin. The thought of that, was just disgusting. Randy and I had to sign for Casie and John, proving that this had actually happened. John and Casie were not to sign until after the vows.

"Well, now that that's over with," I said, pulling out my list. We didn't have time to dawdle. "Boys, you need to go pick up Casie's wedding band, while we go get our dresses and John's wedding band. We'll meet up at some place to eat afterwards, so be thinking about what you want to eat. Then after that, we'll decide on a chapel and the package ya'll want."

Casie, John and Randy all looked at me as I barked out orders. Soon, John nodded, smiling in my direction. Before I knew it, he had me in a tight hug. "Thank you for everything that you're doing."

"Yeah, I couldn't do this without you," Casie agreed, joining in on John's sentiment. I tried to fight the blush that burned at my cheeks. I didn't think it was necessary for all of this appreciation. I was only doing what I should do as Casie's best friend. It wasn't anything special. But I appreciated it all the same. I rolled my eyes, taking Keith's carseat from Randy, ready to put it in out rental.

"It's no big deal," I said, as Randy helped me with the carseat. I turned around at the group, then looking to the sky. "Let's get a move on, we're burning daylight."

Randy smirked at me and turned to leave, and I couldn't resist. I smacked him on the backside of his jeans, and jumped into the car. He turned to look at me, trying to look offended. But I saw the amusement in his eyes even through the windshield.

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"Come on, Casie! Let me see!" I called out from the chair in front of the dressing room at David's Bridal. She had tried on way more than the three she had narrowed down. In fact, the three she had picked out, were no longer options now. I was starting to get slightly frustrated, because we had been in this store for nearly four hours now. I'm just glad that we stopped by the jewelry store before we got here. This was the last stop before the chapel. And I had all of my make-up supplies and hair styling objects, so we could get ready at the chapel.

I looked over at the hook next to the room where Casie was in and stared at my dress. The straps were about an inch and a half wide, with beading from front to back. The color was a shade or two lighter than an electric blue, and made of chiffon. It fell to about my knees and flowed easily. And box sat on the floor just beneath it with matching open-toed pumps. But before I could think any more about it, I heard Casie call out from the dressing room, saying she was coming out.

I knew from the look on her face that this was the dress. It was strapless and very form fitting. It had beading on the bust, with the material pulled tight around her waist and hips. The dress fell down in an A-line pattern, with a tiered skirt, with three lacy layers. It had a train that was just about three foot long, trimmed in matching lace. She looked absolutely beautiful. The back was very simple looking and didn't call attention to anything. Something like that could be fixed with a veil. "Oh my, Casie, that's gorgeous."

"You think so?" she smiled, glad to have my approval. She stood in front of the three mirrors to get a look at the dress from every angle. The more she looked, the brighter her smile became. Within fifteen minutes, she was out of the dress, and we were browsing for veils. She settled with a simple white, trimmed with a small layer of lace that matched her dress. After she picked out a pair of shoes, we were in line to check out. The sparkle on Casie's left hand caught my attention as she signed her credit card receipt. Even though it was an unusual type ring for an engagement ring, it was really beautiful. The band was silver with a medium sized tear-drop cut diamond, shaded in pale blue. Nestled next to the blue diamond, were two clear diamonds, much smaller than the main one, on each side. It just screamed Casie. I never pictured Casie for the one that wanted anything traditional. She was spontaneous and eccentric. It was amazing just how well John knew that.

Then it was my turn at the cash register. Randy had told me this morning that the dress price didn't matter. I wanted to disagree, but Randy reminded me of the little black credit card that was always safe in my wallet. I sighed and went along with it, because I wanted nothing but the best for Casie's quickly planned big day. The clerk rang up my dress and my shoes, and I reluctantly handed over the black plastic. She took it without question and ran my bill. It was, unsurprisingly, accepted, and I signed my name to the receipt.

We left the store, and met up with the boys at a local burger diner. Once we were settled into a booth, Randy and I on one side, with John and Casie on the other. Keith was sitting in his seat, which was settled into up-ended restaurant high chair. Even since the proposal, John and Casie had been acting like a brand new couple. The romance that had gone on between them for well over a year, that had dwindled slightly, renewed and crackled like a brand new love. It was something to see. Just being around them, made me want to touch Randy, to feel that he was close. Their love was contagious and I was feeling the affects. The waitress came, and after she complimented our baby, she took our order.

Randy and I had already discusses the idea of starting Keith on some simple solid baby food. Because he was beginning to wake up in the middle of the night, hungry, and his daily feedings were increasing, because he just seemed like he couldn't get enough. But we just hadn't had the time lately to get any baby food. But Randy had surprised me when we had arrived at the diner, with a bag full from the local grocery store, filled with several different kinds of baby food, along with rubber tipped spoons. I reached into Keith's diaper bag and pulled out a jar of creamed peaches. The small pop that happened when I opened the lid caught Keith's attention.

I scooped the spoon into the jar, and put it to Keith's mouth. But he wouldn't open his lips. He turned his head in disgust. I tried not to laugh, and took the spoonful into my mouth to prove that it was okay. I had to bit my cheek to keep the disgusted look off my face. It worked and Keith finally took a bit of the peaches. He seemed to enjoy them, which was beyond me, because I had the worst time getting them down. Randy noticed my expression, and laughed softly. "Surely, they can't be that bad, if Keith's enjoying them."

I raised an eyebrow at him, and forced him to take a bite himself. As soon as the peaches touched his tongue, he coughed and pushed my hand away. I couldn't hold back my laughter as he grabbed a napkin and swiped at his tongue, then swigged on his Coke. Since Keith didn't know what had made his Daddy do that, he found it very funny as I fed yet another bit of peaches. And I knew that this day would mean more than just Casie and John's wedding. It would be the day Keith would always have his food on his face, and need constant cleaning.

Once Keith had polished off his jar of peaches, I handed him his bottle to top him off. I guess we had been right in the baby food, because Keith didn't even get half of the bottle down before he pushed it away. Once he was occupied with his pacifier and a soft plush toy, our food came out. I ate silently, listening to everyone talk about one thing or another. Once there was a pause in the conversation, I took the opportunity to ask Casie and John something very important.

"Hey guys, I need to talk to you." They both put down their silverware, and gave me their undivided attention. I passed Randy a glance, and he knew what I was going to say. This was something else we had talking about. I took a deep breath and barreled on. "This is something Randy and I have thought about for a while. And as we haven't had time to get you both a wedding present, Randy and I thought it would be a nice gesture. Now, if you don't want to take on such responsibility, I can understand. You both have your careers, and now you're getting married."

I was rambling and Randy knew it. Both John and Casie were staring at me in confusion. Randy cleared his throat and caught their attention. He took my hand in his under the table, and with a quick glance at Keith, he face them on the other side of the booth. "We would like you two to be the godparents of our son."

Silence circled around the four of us. I held my breath as I looked at my two friends, stunned. I was on tenterhooks, awaiting their answer. Casie had both of her hands over her mouth, and John's jaw was hanging open. After what seemed like forever, Casie regained her composure.

"Are you serious?" That wasn't exactly the answer I was hoping for. I nodded my head. But I didn't have long to be disappointed until I heard Casie squeal slightly and bounce in her seat. I looked at her cautiously. "Of course we will!"

I smiled and looked to John who had yet to speak. Slowly, a smile tugged at the corner of his lips before a true smile came to his face. He stared over at Keith, who was trying to fall asleep in his chair. Without looking away, he said, "It'd be an honor."

Randy and I watched as Casie and John shared a moment, watching our son with unconditional love. I turned my head towards him, capturing his lips for a searing, short kiss. We had made the right choice; I could feel it.

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Before we knew it, it was just thirty minutes away from the wedding. After our emotional dinner, we found a really lovely wedding chapel, with several different packages. The one called "Forever Deluxe" seemed to fit everything that we needed. That covered a candle lightening ceremony, music procession for Randy and I to walk down to, a recorded DVD of the wedding, professionally done photographs with a CD an a copyright waver. Bouquets of fresh white roses for Casie and I, and one fresh boutonniere for Randy and John. It was just what we needed.

I let go of the curling iron handle on Casie's last curl. I had put her hair half up and straightened her bangs and pinned them back. I curled the sides and the back, and her let it flow down her bare back. I pinned the veil on of her curls and straightened it out. My hair wasn't anything fancy. I had just straightened it, and twisted it into a side bun on the side of my head. We were both ready, in our dresses, waiting for the director to come get us. I sat down in a plush chair and watched Casie fiddle with the sides of her veil. She turned to me, with a look that reminded me of a deer caught in the head lights of a car. When she spoke, her voice shook. "Do you think I'm being silly? Should John and I wait? Am I doing the right thing? Oh God, Lora, tell me what to do!"

I stood up as I watched my best friend have a panicked case of cold feet. I could understand where she was coming from. She hadn't even been engaged to him twenty-four hours yet. I walked over to her, and grabbed her shoulders tightly. I looked her straight in the eye, knowing I was about to say the right thing. "Look, Casie, I know this seems rushed to you. And putting a wedding together in less that a day will make you feel like that, but I do believe it's the right thing to do. You've almost died on us twice Casie. On John. And thinking about it that way, makes waiting seem silly. You are living proof that tomorrow is never guaranteed."

"You make my worries sound stupid, when you put it that way," Casie said, laughing at herself slightly. I pulled her into a hug, and squeezed her tightly.

"You're not stupid. Every woman has that fear right before the wedding."

"Did you?" Casie asked, and I pulled away from her, to stare her in the eye. No one's every asked me if I had doubts about marrying Randy. I dropped my eyes and played with my fingers.

"Yes, but it wasn't because I didn't have faith in Randy," I said quickly, for her not to get any ideas that I truly didn't want to be with him. Our situation was touchy as it is. With me being so far along pregnant when we got married, I was sure that several people that we were just getting married to do that right thing. That wasn't the truth. We loved each other, and wanted to share our life together. "It was me. I didn't know if I was good enough. But, once I started down the aisle, and saw Randy waiting for me, staring at me the way he was, I lost all fear. I still get that way from time to time. But then Randy does something that proves that I am the one he wants, for all time."

There was a knock at the door, and the director popped in. It was time. Casie smiled and hugged me once more. "Thank you. You really are my best friend, and I wouldn't have anyone else standing by my side out there."

I blinked several times, to stop the moisture from welling up in my eyes. The wedding hadn't even started yet, and I was getting emotional. I sniffed slightly, and pulled away from her. I smiled at my best friend, "Now, let's go get you married. Randy says he has a surprise."

Casie laughed nervously and we left the room and followed behind the director. We were soon in the lobby of the chapel. John was no where to be seen, but Randy was standing there, looking drop-dead gorgeous in his traditional black tuxedo. But I squealed in delight when my eyes landed on Keith, being held in Randy's arms. He had a miniature matching tuxedo, just like Randy and John. I ran over to them and took my handsome son in my arms. I smiled up at randy when he wrapped his arms around me. "John asked him to the ring bearer."

"Well, he looks just wonderful!" I gushed, placing a kiss on Keith's cheek, and squeezing him tight to me. "This is definite proof that he'll certainly be a ladies' man when he grows up. Don't say it," I warned Randy, knowing the words "Just like his father" were on the tip of his tongue.

"Wait, the ring!" Casie said, her eyes popping out of her head momentarily. I passed Keith back to Randy, and walked over to her, placing a soothing hand on her shoulder.

"I have it; all you have to worry about is getting down that aisle to stand with John."

"Okay, I need the Best Man and Matron of Honor to stand here, now," said the director, and I met Randy at the double doors. Randy held tight to Keith, who was in his own world, sucking his pacifier. I hooked my arm with Randy, looked behind his shoulder and smiled reassuringly at Casie. The music started, and the doors opened. I couldn't help the smile on my face as I saw John standing up there next to the preacher. He looked so excited. I turned my attention towards Randy, who looked down at me and smiled softly.

"I still believe that our first walk down the aisle was better than this," he whispered, so that only I could hear him. That, was solid proof of what I had mentioned to Casie. He would say something so out of this world wonderful, leaving no doubt that he wanted me. We parted at the end, and turned to watch for Casie. The music shifted and the lights dimmed, all but the aisle lights.

And Casie emerged from the door way. I chanced a glance at John, who was staring at Casie in awe. I caught Randy's eye and smiled. He raised his eyebrow at me, and I winked. He showed his teeth as he smiled and turned his attention back to Casie, as did I. I could tell by the look on her face, she was no longer scared. It was exactly as I had described. As soon as you saw the man of your dreams waiting on you, you forget everything but the love you have in you heart.

An hour later, the ceremony had ended, all of the pictures had been taken, and the cake had been shared, Randy, Keith and I were waiting next to John as Casie changed out of her wedding dress. John had his godson in his arms, tossing him up and down and tickling his sides. It was obvious that Keith loved his godfather. The door chimed and we all turned to see Casie carrying her dress in the bag, but wearing a beautiful, flowing white dress. I took her dress, promising to keep it until she could take it to her house. The good-byes were said, as Casie and John got ready to go on their honeymoon. We waved them off as they piled into the limousine that would take them to the airport. Randy wrapped his arms around my waist.

"I'm sorry I never gave you a proper honeymoon," Randy whispered into my ear. I shuddered as his breath tickled my throat. I turned around in his arms. I smiled up at him.

"Well, it wasn't like was in the proper condition, either," I said, laughing as bounced Keith in my arms, reminding him that I was pregnant at the time. I reached up on my toes and took his lips with my own. When I pulled away, Randy stared down at me, a smile forming on his face. "And besides, I get to wake up next to you every morning. What more could I ask for?"

Well, this is the last chapter I have for you before the epilogue. It'll sort of set up for the next installment. Please review! I've noticed a lack of them with the last few chapters! I want to hear your responses! So, please, REVIEW!

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