Someone find me a knife. At this point, I wish Gakupo hadn't caught me last night after I jumped off that building. I can't take another day of this. Queen Midorine has intruded completely on my wedding. I know I'm not allowed to be in on what goes on with the wedding since it's tradition for the men to plan the wedding but seriously, if she doesn't get the hell out of here, I think I might stab myself.

Let's start with Monday. Queen Midorine requested that she be a bridesmaid in my wedding. It was quite an inconvenience for Ring who had to make another dress but it wasn't just that. She didn't even ask. She came up to me, said she was going to be a bridesmaid and then gave Gakupo a dazzling smile which ended any chance of me being able to get out of that. Now that I can live with. All she'll do is walk up the aisle and then back down.

On Tuesday she spent the entire day helping Gakupo with the wedding. I stalked them all day long with Tsubaki and Aoki. Now I know that's really bad but I'm not officially leaving her alone with him until were officially married and even then I'm not leaving them alone. I know I should trust Gakupo and I do trust him but I don't trust her and I want to know if she's making a move on my fiancé. Who am I kidding? I know she is. She's been in love with him for years. No way she's gotten over him. I know I couldn't.

I had a feeling she was flirting with him. She had her arms wrapped around his arm the whole day. I could hear the flirting tone in her voice. Rai was with them and even he said she was flirting all day. However, Rai did say that Gakupo didn't seem to notice and didn't pay much attention to her. He also got mad at me for asking since I went to the trouble of jumping off a building to prove my trust and then undermined what I had done by asking what they had been doing. I suppose he's right so I didn't follow them the next day.

On the other hand, Aoki, on her own accord, followed them around and gave me the full story. Apparently, they had gone around running errands. That wasn't the problem. She had spent the day flirting just like the day before but she then asked Gakupo out to dinner that night to discuss the final product for the wedding to make sure everything was perfect. Gakupo agreed. You see its things like that that make me want to strangle her. Not kill her, just strangle her a little bit. Just so she understands that I'd consider killing her if she went anywhere near Gakupo again. It was a pretty tempting activity. I almost did it when she stopped by to let me know that they had changed the ties for the wedding from my blue that I had chosen to a lighter blue that wouldn't even match the dresses at all.

Someone find me a knife! My god! The wedding was tomorrow and I was stuck in the house all day. Again, a part of the Werewolves traditions. I was also not allowed to see anyone. So I sat in my room all day long. I slept most of the day. The rest of the day I spent thinking of every possible way I could kill Queen Midorine. My personal favorite was similar to that of a piñata only hung from the neck…and I had a chainsaw. Yeah, that was a little graphic but boy did the thought of such things really make me feel better.

I wish I could have been with Gakupo. I needed to be with him. He's been prancing around with the Queen of the Whores for the last three days and I can't stand it. I'm not jealous. I'm not. I'm angry that she's trying to get with my fiancé! He'll be my husband tomorrow and she's trying to ruin my wedding! My god! Someone find me a knife! Someone find me one! Damnnit!

After 4 hours of getting really angry, I simply gave up. There was no point in getting angry about Queen Midorine. My wedding was tomorrow. I was supposed to spend this time thinking about Gakupo and I's relationship and how amazing our wedding was going to be tomorrow.

I thought back to all those great moments between us. The exact moment that I realized that I had fallen in love with him. The first time we had sex which was under mind control but it did make me realize I could do a lot of sexual positions I didn't know was possible. Our first real date. All those great moments when he's made me like I'm the most beautiful woman in the world. The way he looks at me when he thinks I'm not looking.

I love him so much. And I am excited for this wedding…your supposed to make sacrifices for wedding planning right? That's what my mom told me when she was helping plan my cousins wedding. Sure I don't like having Queen Midorine there but I'm sure Gakupo wouldn't like it if my mother's friends came. There all alcoholics and they say the most vulgar things…but they are the closest things to family I've got. I don't even know if my mother actually has family outside of me back on Siren Island or where ever it is she's from. I can put up with Queen Midorine for now. She'll have to go back to the council in a few days anyways.

The council…will she tell them where we are if I do marry Gakupo? I bet she's spending every waking second trying to break us up. Man do I hate that woman. If she wasn't so important, I would have kicked her ass by now like I kicked that one girl's ass in high school when she attempted to steal my boyfriend. Sadly, that wouldn't go over well with the entire Werewolf community…and she'd probably send the council for me and make me marry Mikuo. My skin crawls just thinking about having to have sex with him.

Still, I'd rather have an uncomfortable wedding then not have one at all. It'll making Gakupo happy to have her part of the wedding. I can ignore her the whole time. I almost forgot about that option. This won't be that bad. I'll focus on Gakupo as I should and forget she's even there. She's not important tomorrow anyways. Gakupo and I are. I'm marrying the love of my life and I won't let her ruin it.

I don't know how many times I screamed into a pillow today but it's in the double digits. The first thing she tells me when I pull out my dress is that that she would have picked something more current and less rustic. That wouldn't have been too bad if she hadn't sniffed the fabric made a face of pure disgust and left the room. It was so obvious she hated it. It smelt like roses. What the hell is wrong with the smell of roses?

She even changed her bridesmaids dress. We had to change Aoki and Tsubaki's dresses to match hers. I'm not even getting what I want for my own fucking wedding! It was the only thing I was allowed to do and I didn't even get that! I was so tempted to run to Gakupo and tell him I wanted her the hell out of our wedding…but I didn't want to ruin our day. Unless she destroys the ceremony, I won't say anything. You make sacrifices for love and this is definitely one of them.

Aoki did my make up as I attempted to remain calm. Tsubaki was in charge of trying to keep me calm cause boy did I need it right now. I was so relieved to hear that Queen Midorine wouldn't be coming back for a little while. I took that time to put on my dress. I looked so beautiful in it. The most beautiful I've ever felt in my life. I only wish my hair was longer. I would have like to have put it up in something elegant and pretty. I can't even wear a veil. It'll just fall out.

Aoki sat down on my shoulder. "What's wrong? I mean I know you're not happy about Queen Midorine but it'll be okay."

"It's not that…I was just thinking about how I wish my hair was longer so I could put my hair up and wear a veil." I answered as I absentmindedly ran my fingers through my short green hair.

"I can fix that." Aoki said. "If you want, I can increase your hair length to whatever you'd like."

My eyebrows rose. "How?"

"Magic. I am a fairy after all." She pointed out.

"And it's permanent?" I asked.

"Only if you want it to be. I can change it back later." Aoki answered.

I looked at myself in the mirror. It would be a change but I think Gakupo would like it and I'd like to look special on our special day. I'm ready for a change. Maybe it'll make it hard for them to recognize me when we leave here.

I squeezed my eyes shut. "Do it." I felt a jolt run through my body and when I opened my eyes; my hair was down to my elbows. My eyes widened. I walked closer to the mirror and nervously touched my hair. I barely recognized myself. The hair felt so real. I liked it. I liked it a lot. I couldn't help but stare at myself. I barely even heard Aoki calling my name.

"Gumi? Is it okay? I can change it back." Aoki asked.

I shook my head. "No…keep it."

She smiled. "I'm glad you like it. I think you look pretty. You deserve to look beautiful on your special day."

Tsubaki walked over to me and began to braid my hair. "I'm glad you came here Gumi. You've done so much for us here. I never would have thought that I would see Shou again. I owe you more then you'll ever know."

"You don't owe me anything. I'm glad Shou is safe and that the dead are finally able to rest peacefully knowing the real man who killed them was punished for his crimes." I answered.

"You gave me back the man I love. There is nothing more valuable to me than Shou. Say what you want but I owe you." She gave me a smile.

I smiled and she pinned the braid into an elegant bun. Aoki fly the vail over to me and slid it into place in the bun. I was ready. I couldn't imagine myself looking any better than this. This is all I've ever wanted. To marry the man I love. Live a life of happiness. Sure this isn't the exact thing I pictured. I never would have thought that I'd be getting married in a Werewolf village or that I'd be a strange cat cross breed. That didn't matter though. This was the happiest moment of my life and I intended to enjoy it. It was time to forget about the world around me. To forget about all the worries about the people searching for us. It was all about Gakupo and I today. Just him and me. That's all that matters. I don't want to think about anything else but getting down that aisle and marrying the man I love.

There was a knock at the door. Ron had finally showed up looking just as elegant as he had in the dress shop. "It's time ladies."

I sucked in a breath. The pre-wedding jitters began to set in but I was still excited…and I was ready. Ready to begin my new life. It was time to embrace the fact that I am a Cross Breed. Time to marry my crazy werewolf husband. To fully take a step into the new world around me.

As we started down the hall, Queen Midorine caught up with us. She took one look at me and for once since she got here, she said nothing. Not a single word. She just shut her eyes and took her place behind Ron. I was confused by that but I ignored her. Today was my day. I won't let her ruin it.

We met up with Gakupo's groomsman near the entrance of the building. Shou immediately went over to me. "You look stunning. I like that long hair. Aoki's doings I assume."

I nodded. "Thank you."

"Gakupo knows how to pick them." Rai said as he admired my dress. "You look amazing. I couldn't ask for anything better for my brother."

I smiled. "Thanks Rai." I gave him a hug. "I couldn't ask for better brother in laws. I've got three of them now."

Ron rolled his eyes. "Trust me. You could have better."

I laughed. "Oh come now. You guys are great. You've done so much for me and Gakupo. I can't thank you guys enough."

"What about me?" Youe complained.

"That applied to all of you." I gave him a hug. "You guys are the best."

Queen Midorine took that moment to step in. "You're going to wrinkle your dress." She warned. I thought I heard her mumble something under her breath but I didn't catch it. It was something about my dress. Typical for her. She was still making comments about me.

I sighed. "Yeah okay." I stepped away from Youe.

Everyone began to position themselves to get ready to walk down the aisle. It would start any minute now. Rei snuck behind everyone and walked over to me. "Ignore her. She's just upset that you're the one walking down the aisle to marry Gakupo. You look beautiful. Gakupo will be amazed."

I smiled and gave him a quick hug. "Thanks Rei…for everything."

"Don't give it a second thought." He winked at me then took his place next to Aoki.

I walked outside only to be completely blown away. Gakupo had done an amazing job. The platform in the middle of the town was decked out with thousands of white roses and white fabric. It was stunning. The pathway up to the stage was white fabric as well. White rose petals littered the ground around us. As Queen Midorine began to walk down the aisle everyone turned in their seats to watch. Music began to play. It sounded like violins.

I nearly fainted when Aizo appeared behind me. "You look beautiful." Aizo said. "My wife would be proud."

I gave him a confused look. "Thank you but shouldn't you be in your seat. The weddings starting."

"Who's going to walk you down the aisle?" he asked.

I smiled. "I would be honored if you would accompany father in law."

"You're not my daughter in law yet Gumi." He took his spot next to me. "But I'm glad you will be. My son is a mess. I'm glad he's found someone who is willing to love him for all the quirks he has and, as you know, there are many."

I laughed. "Yes. Yes there are." Tsubaki handed me a bouquet of white roses. I happily took them. This is it. My wedding has begun.

I grew impatient as the rest of my friends walked down the aisles. It was a long walk to the platform. I bet Gakupo was growing just as antsy as I was. I was about to start running down the aisle by the time Aoki and Rei started walking just so that I could start this ceremony faster. However, I knew that this was how things were done and I was going to wait like a good little girl until it was time to go. I wouldn't be walking until Tsubaki and Shou made it to the platform.

It took another ten minutes but Tsubaki and Shou finally made it to the stage and took their spots on the platform. The music suddenly changed and I began the long trek to the platform with my arm wrapped around Aizo's. Everyone turned to stare as we walked. It made me a little uncomfortable but I kept my smile on my face. It was hard to keep pace with the music but Aizo made it a lot easier. Unlike most wedding, I never got a practice one before the big day so I was winging it.

When my eyes fell on Gakupo, my cheeks immediately flushed. He was staring at me in complete aw. I almost started laughing but I choked it down. I can't laugh in the middle of my ceremony.

Gakupo had done an amazing job with this wedding. Our lovely audience sat in white chairs to match the white fabric that led up to the platform. The platform was decked out with thousands of white roses. A fancy looking arch way sat in the middle. Gakupo stood to the right of the arch looking dashing in his black tuxedo; his hair braided into one long braid that hung over his shoulder. I was a little confused though. There was no priest. Who would be marrying us?

I finally reached the platform and took the few steps up to the platform. I handed the bouquet to Tsubaki as I passed her. I stopped walking right in front of Gakupo and couldn't help but smile. Gakupo was smiling right back at me, just as overjoyed as I was. Aizo and I gave each other a kiss on the cheek, as was customary in weddings. I waited for him to start towards his seat but instead he took the place where the priest would be. Oh, I get it. Since Aizo is the head of this village, he acts as the priest. I wouldn't want anyone else to marry us.

"We are gathered here today to unit in marriage Gakupo Kamui and Gumi Magpoid in holy matrimony…" I zone out after that. I was too focused on Gakupo to care what Aizo was saying. I've been to a few weddings. I know the just of what he's saying and that's all I need until I have to start saying something.

But my ears perked up when Aizo said one of the most important lines in a wedding. "If anyone has any reason why this couple should not wed. Speak now or forever hold your peace."

"I have something." Queen Midorine said.

Damnnit! I knew I should have been more persistent when Gakupo asked me if she could be in our wedding. "Not now." Gakupo whispered to her.

"No. I'm not going to let you marry her. Your mine. You've always been mine. I'm not leaving here until you agree to come with me." She crossed her arms and waited tapping her shoe impatiently.

I turned on her. "Okay that does it. I've put up with you're…" I looked at Aizo. "Is it sinful to curse at my own wedding?"

Aizo shrugged. "Probably but I think God will excuse it."

I turned back to Queen Midorine. "I've dealt with your shit all week long. I listened to you talk shit about my dress. I let you change the dresses I wanted my bridesmaids to wear. I put up with it all and now you're standing before me trying to ruin my wedding. We've worked hard to get to this spot. I left my home. I dropped out of college. I came here to hide from the world so that I could marry the man that I love more then you'll ever understand. I will not let you ruin what I we've spent so long trying to obtain."

Gakupo slid an army around my waist. "You should go my Queen. I've waited 3 decades to marry this woman and I intend to do so."

Queen Midorine's eyes narrowed. "Then you brought this upon yourself." She fished a cell phone out from inside her bouquet of roses. My eyes widened. She's not going to… "Move in!" She yelled into the phone.

"Okay, I think we need to speed up this wedding." I said to Aizo.

Gakupo grabbed Queen Midorine's shoulders. "What did you do?"

"She called the council. She must have had soldiers outside of town." Rai said.

"Get your hands off me." Queen Midorine hissed.

"Get her out of here." Gakupo ordered.

Youe grabbed Queen Midorine's arm. "Come with me your highness."

"How dare you. Let go of me." Queen Midorine yelled.

"Today, you're the trader Queen Midorine." Youe pulled her away as she thrashed about trying to free herself from his grasp.

"If you want to get married. We're going to have to do this quickly." Aizo pointed out. He looked out at his people. "Go to your homes. We will not be fighting today." Everyone began to swarm the aisles trying to get to their houses fast enough.

I waited for our bridal party to try to leave but they stayed where they stood. "You have to go. I don't want you all to get in trouble because of me."

"You needed witnesses. We're staying." Tsubaki said. Everyone nodded in agreement.

Aizo sighed. "Are you ready?"

Gakupo nodded as he took my hands. "As I'll ever be."

I gave him a weak smile. "This isn't how I pictured this."

Gakupo laid his hand on my cheek. "As long as I have you, I don't care where we get married as long as we do it."

I nodded. Aizo continued on with his speech rushing to get to the important parts that had to be said. We said our vows which weren't as sentimental as I had hoped but I didn't care. I could hear the yells from outside the gates of the town. The soldiers were here and they would be barging in any minute now.

"The rings." Aizo ordered. Tsubaki practically threw the ring at me. We quickly slid the rings on promising each other love for eternity or something along those lines. The yells were getting louder.

"I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss the bride." Aizo said.

I threw myself into our arms and for that one moment, everything was perfect. We were finally together. I was a married woman. I would take his last name. This was the beginning of my life with Gakupo…but that moment was short lived.

Something hard hit the doors. They were breaking it down.

"I'm sorry but you need to move or you won't be escaping!" Tsubaki yelled. I could barely hear her over the yelling of soldiers.

I grabbed Gakupo's hand and we ran towards Rei's house. We had had our things packed since we came here for emergency reasons. I only had to grab a few things before we were ready to go. Everyone was rushing us. It was really hard to run in the wedding dress and in the end; I ended up stripping as we ran and throwing on a shirt and shorts. It wasn't the most pleasant thing but it had to be done. I couldn't ride bare back on a werewolf in a wedding dress. I'll have to live with knowing that all of my friends here saw me in my underwear.

Aizo ordered everyone to head home. They couldn't follow us any farther or they'd end up coming with us. I gave everyone quick hugs and said my good byes. And at that moment, the doors to the town slammed open…and we were out of time. Aizo rushed us into a house. He led us down the stairs into a basement where a trap door was.

"Follow the tunnel to the end. It will let you out a few miles from here. Head North. You'll reach a Human city somewhere between three or four hours. You'll be able to hide there and plan where you will go next." Aizo said.

I nodded. "Thank you Aizo."

He hugged me. It was the first time he had ever hugged me and I cherished that moment. "Call me dad."

I sniffled now feeling sad that I was leaving. Everything was happening so fast. Aizo pushed back so he could look at me. "Take care of him. That's your job now."

"Dad I don't need to be taken care of." Gakupo mumbled.

"I will." I answered ignoring Gakupo. "Goodbye. Thank you for everything." Gakupo opened the trap door and we plunged into the darkness.

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This is the end of Book one. Don't worry. There will be a Book two. Promise. In the meantime, check out my profile and read some of my other work. Just look up Torrance Courtney. Thanks so much for sticking with me. I know I've been lacking in writing and I apologize. I hope you enjoyed Cat's Eye and I hope you will be looking forwards to book 2.