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Chapter 8: Wedding Day
Theseus's POV
"Ariadne!" I said.
I stared in disbelief at her and then Dionysus walked up behind her and all I could think was, oh gods!
"We need to talk!" Ariadne said as she grabbed my arm and dragged me to a corner of the garden where no one was standing. I could see the worried look on Dionysus face, I knew no matter what happened I had to keep his secret.
"Ariadne, I can explain what happened!" I tried to say as she pulled me into the corner of the garden under a large oak tree.
"I don't need an explanation. It was a long time ago, I just wanted to thank you!" Ariadne said.
"I was young and stupid and ..." I trailed off because I just realized she was thanking me. I finally composed myself and said, "Your thanking me for leaving you on the island."
"Yes, I realized if you had never left me there, I would have never met Dionysus. I love him so much and we are incredibly happy." Ariadne said.
"Your not mad at me?" I asked dumbfounded.
"I was at first, it took me several months to get over the hurt, but then I fell in love with Dionysus. I finally realized that when you left me on the island you changed my life for the better. I swore if I ever saw you again, I would thank you." Ariadne said.
She gave me a big hug, congratulated me and wished Athena and I all the best. She ran back over to Dionysus with a huge smile on her face. Dionysus looked over at me and gave me a thumbs up. I smiled and waved to him in return. I suddenly realized that this day might actually go off without a hitch after all.
I walked back over to Percy and Annabeth, they both stared at me clearly concerned and confused.
"What happened?" Percy said.
"She doesn't look mad." Annabeth said.
"Actually, she thanked me for leaving her!" I said.
"She what?" Annabeth asked.
"I know it sounds crazy, but she said it was the best thing that had ever happened to her. She said she would have never met Dionysus." I said.
"She did, I can't believe anybody would be happy with him?" Percy said.
"Yeah, he acts like a jerk to all of the campers." Annabeth said.
"He's not a bad guy, just remember he's stuck at camp and therefore he cannot be with the woman he loves. I know that would make me have a bad attitude." I said.
"I guess your right, I never thought of it that way." Percy said and I could see Annabeth nod in agreement.
"Theseus, you look great. These tuxes are nice. Percy you look great too." Apollo said as he walked in wearing his tux. I could see Hermes behind him smiling, he looked tired.
"Hermes are you alright?" I asked.
"I'm tired, I was out delivering and transporting so we could get this wedding setup, but I'll be alright." Hermes said.
"Thank you for all your help, Athena and I greatly appreciate it." I said as I hugged him.
"Your welcome, its the least I could do." Hermes said.
Annabeth walked over to where the bridesmaids sat and walked to the front and sat down next to Aphrodite. Percy walked up to the other side followed by Hermes and Apollo. I was still missing two groomsmen.
"Hey buddy, you look good. This is a great day for a wedding." Herakles said as he walked up to me. He looked really good in his tuxedo.
"Herc, you look great my friend." I said as I shook has hand.
"Thanks, buddy! This is going to be a great day." Herakles said as he walked forward and sat down next to Apollo.
"Theseus!" Someone said, I turned around and saw Chiron trotting up to me. He had a tuxedo shirt and jacket on his torso and his horses back was adorned with a sea green horse blanket.
"You look good, you old horse." I said smiling.
"Thank you, this is going to be a great day!" He said as he walked up and stood next to Herakles.
"Theseus!" I heard someone say again and then I saw them, Hera and Ares walked over to me with grim looks on their faces.
"I'm glad both of you could make it." I said trying very hard to sound sincere.
"I'm sure you are." Hera said, her voice was dripping with sarcasm. Ares didn't say anything he just looked at me with hate in his eyes.
Before I could say anything someone said, "Are these two causing trouble nephew?" I looked and standing behind Hera and Ares stood Hades with Persephone at his side. I saw shock on Hera's face and Ares looked like someone had just punched him in the stomach.
"No, I was just greeting my aunt and cousin." I said, doing a good job of hiding my amusement.
"Good, I would hate to have this lovely day marred by family squabbling!" Hades said, clearly not believing me and looking at Hera and Ares with the fires of Tartarus in his eyes.
"We need to find our seats, come along my boy!" Hera said pulling Ares by the arm.
When they left I said, "Thank you uncle."
"Don't mention it, I owe you my life. Have a great wedding!" Hades said sounding happier than I had ever heard him before. Persephone smiled at me as she accompanied her husband to their seats near the front. Saved by Hades, what are the odds, I thought.
"Theseus, my boy!" My father said as he walked in accompanied by Amphitrite and followed by Triton and Tyson. I gave my father and Amphitrite each a big hug and said, "You both look great, thank you for coming."
"Your my oldest son and your marrying Athena, I would not miss this day. Son, you have made me incredibly proud!" Poseidon said.
"Have a happy day, Theseus." Amphitrite said.
"Thank you both for always being so kind to me, I love you both." I said.
"We both love you too, my son." Poseidon said as he escorted Amphitrite to their seats.
"Triton, Tyson good to see you brothers." I said.
"Theseus it is good to see you, the wedding looks great." Triton said.
"Thank you." I said.
"Big brother marry Anniebeth mom" Tyson said.
"I sure am!" I said as Triton led Tyson to their seats.
"Theseus my boy, everything looks to be on schedule, just the way I like it." Zeus said as he walked up to me and placed his hand on my shoulder.
"Yes, sir" I said.
"You look good, nice choice on the tuxedo." Zeus said.
"Thank you, uncle." I said.
"Will you be conducting the ceremony?" I asked.
"No, my daughter wanted me to walk her down the aisle and she picked out someone else to conduct the ceremony, an appropriate choice I think." Zeus said as he motioned for me to walk down to the front of the aisle.
As I walked down the aisle I noticed a large hearth with a beautiful fire in the middle. I didn't notice that a minute ago. Then someone appeared in front of me as I approached, it was Hestia.
"Hestia your conducting the ceremony?" I asked.
"I am at Athena's request." Hestia said.
"Thats great!" I said. I hadn't told anyone except Athena and her dad about Hestia and the oracle telling me about the void and how I could use it to find a way to be with Athena. I could tell that Hestia still remembered.
"I never got to tell you." I said.
"Tell me what?" Hestia asked.
"Thank you." I said.
"Your most welcome my boy, I have waited a long time as well for this blessed day." Hestia said smiling. She had a beautiful smile, one that was contagious. I wish she would smile more, she always looked so somber.
The music started, it was the traditional American music of 'Here Comes the Bride", I didn't care it was my wedding day and it was perfect. As I looked up the aisle I saw Zeus walk forward and there she was at his side, she was more beautiful than anyone I had ever seen. She wore a beautiful white gown that glowed as if it was illuminated from inside the material. Athena's skin glowed beautifully as well, it was like she was full of light and it seeping out her pores. What struck me most were here eyes, they were normally a beautiful stormy gray, but today they were almost silver, they glowed intensely and I could feel myself get pulled into them. I could feel the huge smile extend across my face . I had never been more happy in my life. Zeus walked her down the aisle and placed her hands in mine. Athena smiled at me and I came to my senses and whispered, "I love you!"
"Dearly beloved, we are gathered here in Olympus for this lovely day. A union of two gods, two Olympians, a very special day indeed." Hestia said.
I looked at the audience and they were all smiles. I looked at Percy and he was smiling furiously, I thought he might fall over.
"The rings please!" Hestia said.
Percy froze for a second and then remembered where they were, he handed them to me and I smiled at him. I gave the rings to Hestia.
"These rings symbolize the union of Theseus and Athena, I bless these rings and this union in the name of Olympus and in my power as the goddess of hearth and home. Theseus take Athena's ring and repeat your vow." Hestia said.
"Athena you are my love and my life. Without you I am nothing. I have waited for this moment for over three millennia and I would wait for three more if it meant I could spend eternity with you. I will love you always and I vow to honor you and be your partner forever." I said and then I placed the ring on her finger.
"Athena take Theseus's ring and repeat your vow." Hestia said.
Theseus you are my love and my life as well. I never knew love until I met you. I always believed that thinking was greater than feeling, but the way I feel for you has changed my mind. You make me believe that love is stronger than anything. I will love you always and I vow to honor you and be your partner forever." Athena said and then she placed the ring on my finger.
"As the goddess of hearth and home and in my power as the last Olympian I bless this union. I now pronounce you husband and wife, god and goddess. Theseus you may kiss your bride." Hestia said as she smiled at us.
I looked into Athena's eyes and then I leaned in and kissed her. It was the greatest kiss we had ever shared, my knees became weak and I could tell that Athena had the same reaction. The kiss probably only lasted several seconds but it felt like it lasted forever. We finally broke apart and we smiled at each other. We turned to our friends and family. Cheers rang out throughout the crowd and Athena and I waved in delight.
I hope you liked this chapter, I'm not sure if I should do another chapter regarding the party after the wedding or not, please let me know if I should.