Disclaimer-I do not own Bones. Kaitlin and Edward are mine.
The song belongs to Richard Marx and Donna Lewis
A/N- I heard this song and thought it described B&B perfectly!
Please R&R and be kind. Nasty comments will be ignored. Thank you :-)
A/N 2-In the beginning of the chapter Brennan wakes up in Hodgins and Angela's house.
To explain: Her and Booth spent the night there after the rehearsal dinner.
Just so there is no confusion :-)
Chapter 37- The Wedding:Part I
She wrapped his arm around his neck and kissed him passionately. "I cannot wait to be your wife."
"I cannot wait to be your husband," Booth said. Brennan opened her mouth to say something but the sound of her voice was replaced by Angela squeal.
"You said yes!" she cried.
Brennan flashed her ring and nodded "We are going to have a combination wedding/christening."
Angela jumped up and down clapping her hands "When? When?"
Brennan and Booth looked up at each other and replied in unison "As soon as possible."
*~*Two Weeks Later*~*
Brennan awoke two weeks later to a beautiful winter day. The sun was shining through the bedroom window and landed on Kaitlin's bassinette. Brennan took advantage of Kaitlin's silence and rolled over to snuggle with her fiancée. Brennan sighed and scooted over to find the warmth of Booth's muscled chest, but there was nothing. No warmth. No Booth. Brennan opened one eye and saw Booth's side of the bed bare. She sat up and ran her hand over his side of the bed. Then she noticed a small note card lying on his pillow. Brennan smiled and opened the note card
Dear Bones,
In keeping with tradition I am not to see you all day. Angela has threatened my life if I try to enter the apartment. I took Kaitlin with me to my apartment so you can get ready in peace. Don't worry about her, I know what I am doing! I love you Temperance and I cannot wait for us to be joined as husband and wife.
Love Forever,
Seeley
Brennan smiled and reread the note. She laid it back on his pillow and closed her eyes, she was going to catch up on some much needed sleep. Just as she could feel herself slipping into slumber she heard a loud squeal. Brennan opened her eyes just in time to see Angela running at her.
"Get up!" Angela shouted, "You are getting married in a few hours!"
"Ugh, Ange." Brennan mumbled, "C'mon, we have hours."
"Sweetie, it is now noon. Your wedding begins at 3 pm," Angela said, lying down next to Brennan.
Brennan's eyes snapped open, "Noon?! It's noon?!" she cried.
"Yes but luckily for you your look is very low key."
"Yes my look is low key but what about everything else?! Are the flowers here? What about the caterer? Are there going to be enough chairs? What about the weather? Is the venue all set? What about Booth's priest? He didn't forget did he?" Brennan said. She was now pacing the floor.
"Sweetie, I thought you weren't going to stress out. Weren't you the one who thought weddings were over rated and a waste of time and money?"
"I used to. I want my wedding to be perfect," Brennan said, "I could get married to Booth in a courthouse as long as I marry him. He wants a wedding with our closest friends and family. He wants my Dad to give me away. He wants best men and bridesmaids. He wants Parker to be the ring bearer. He wants it all."
"What do you want?" Angela asked as she silently prayed that Brennan wasn't going to call off the wedding and run off to Vegas.
Brennan stopped pacing, her eyes bore into Angela's. Brennan was silent for a moment then sighed. "I want all of that too. This is more then I have ever hoped for. I have an amazing man who loves me for who I am and isn't going to leave me. I have a beautiful daughter who lights up my world. I have my brother and father back in my life. And I have amazing friends who love me and whom I love. I feel so...amazing."
"And you say you don't believe in therapy." Angela said rolling her eyes.
"I don't."
"That sounded very therapeutic to me," Angela said.
Brennan knew she sounded therapeutic "Fine, I had a weak moment. Don't you dare tell Booth."
"Scouts honor," Angela said raising three fingers.
Brennan began pacing again "I don't know what that means. Now, what about the caterer and the venue and the flowers and the pre-"
Angela cut off Brennan's jabbering, "The caterer is at the venue preparing the food. The cake has been delivered. The decorator is beautifying the venue. The flowers will be delivered in two hours. The weather is beautiful and there are going to be plenty of chairs. And don't worry the priest did not forget. Cam and I have spent the entire morning on the phone. Everything will be perfect."
Brennan wrapped her arms around Angela's neck, "Thank you Ange. Thank you so much. I couldn't have done this without you."
"I love you to bits and pieces Sweetie."
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Booth paced around his living room. He was softly bouncing Kaitlin to sleep. The apartment was empty and quiet. Any minute Russ, Zach, Hodgins and Max were going to burst through the door and the day would become hectic. Booth rested his cheek on Kaitlin's head and savored the moments he had alone with her.
Unfortunately those moments faded into seconds when Booth heard a knock at the door. He continued to bounce as he crossed the living room and opened the door. Zack was standing there looking very awkward.
"Hey Zack, c'min." Booth said.
"I believe that it is job of the best man to help the groom prepare for the wedding. I am to help you into your tuxedo and help with your hair," Zack said. Booth started cracking up at the thought of Zack dressing him and brushing his hair.
"I am sure I don't see what is humorous," Zack said.
"Zack, that is what a brides maid does. You are not going to help me into my tux and you are not going to do my hair for me." Booth said lying a now sleeping Kaitlin in her bassinette.
"Then what am I supposed to do. What is my purpose?" Zack asked looking slightly defeated.
"You are going to escort Angela and Kaitlin down the aisle. You are going to hand us the rings and you are going to make a speech at the reception. Those are the duties of the best man." Booth explained.
"I do not understand why you chose me as your best man. You should have chosen Hodgins or Russ. I am not good at speeches." Zack said watching Kaitlin wiggle under her blanket.
"Zack, Russ and Hodgins are very good friends...family even but do you want to know why I chose you as my best man?" Booth asked.
"I do not believe that I asked a question. I merely suggested that I do not understand. If you would like to tell me then please do."
Booth sighed Damn Squint he thought, "Zack, I chose you because you showed so much bravery and courage while you and Brennan were trapped. You even began sacrificing your health for Bones and Kaitlin. You protected them when I couldn't, when I didn't. You acted as a best man would and...I owe you my life for that."
Zack was silent for a moment. He stood over Kaitlin and brushed his finger over her rosy cheek. "I accept your offer. I will be your best man and Kaitlin's god-father."
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Brennan ran her fingers over her gown that lay on the bed. Under her manicured fingers she felt the softness of beaded English netting. It was a v-neck gown with beading down to the hips and scattered throughout the skirt. The veil was made of English netting with silk trim and a crystal encrusted tiara. Everything about this gown was so not Brennan. Everything from the beading to the silk trim. But when Brennan laid her eyes on it in the bridal store she knew this was the gown for her.
She spun on her heels and stared at her reflection in the full length mirror. Her hair was up in a half up-do with loose curls lying on her shoulders. Her make up was done to perfection. Her eyes were smoky and mysterious and her lips were glossy and plump. On her feet were a pair of white ballet flats, perfect for dancing and bouncing a baby. Now if only she could get married in her black silk nighty.
"Sweetie?" Angela's voice broke Brennan's stare. Brennan looked at Angela in the mirror. She was wearing a floor length duchess satin bridesmaids gown. The midnight blue color made her eyes pop and the sweetheart neckline showed off her collarbone. The gown was accented with blue beading under the bust. Angela looked positively breathtaking.
"You look so beautiful Ange," Brennan said.
Angela smoothed her black hair that was pulled into a loose chignon at the nape of her neck. "Really? You think so?"
"Yes. I would not lie to you."
"Well thank you," Angela said blushing slightly "What about you? Why aren't you dressed?"
"I can't put it on. There is to much fabric, I need help." Brennan laughed.
"Oh! You should have told me! You being ready is more important then me being ready." Angela exclaimed.
"It's fine. Gave me time to do my hair." Brennan said throwing a stray ringlet over her shoulder.
"It's beautiful. Now, we'd better get you dressed. We only have an hour before the ceremony." Angela said picking up Brennan's dress by the bodice.
"An hour!" Brennan cried. "Where did the time go?!"
"You know what they say." Angela said "Time flies when you're having fun."
"I don't know what that means."
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Booth stood in his bedroom in nothing but boxers. He was tip toeing around the room attempting to get dressed without waking Kaitlin. She slept soundly sandwiched between pillows on the bed.
Keeping his eyes on his sleeping baby, Booth slipped his pants on. Kaitlin wiggled and Booth froze, with his shirt half on. Kaitlin wiggled but remained asleep. Booth sighed with relief as he buttoned his shirt. He glanced at the clock and realized that they were expected at the church in 30 minutes. Booth cursed under his breath and threw his vest and jacket on. He draped his untied tie around his neck. From the closet he retrieved Kaitlin's christening gown.
Booth walked over to Kaitlin's tiny sleeping body. He barely had the heart to wake her. Booth slipped the pillows away and began unbuttoning her onesie. Kaitlin remained asleep until Booth slipped the onesie over her head. As the pink and white fabric passed her chest she wiggled and let out a tiny whimper. Booth looked down and saw Kaitlin looking up at him. Her face twisted and Booth knew she was about to cry.
"Noo...No crying." He cooed rubbing her belly. "C'mon baby. Let's get you dressed."
Kaitlin giggled as Booth changed her diaper and dressed her in her gown.
Booth held her out in front of him "God you're beautiful." Booth kissed his daughter's forehead and laid her on his chest. He made sure he had the diaper bag packed and that he looked right.
"Booth?" came Zach's voice through the door. Booth threw he door open and came face to face with Zach. "Are you ready?"
Booth looked around. Russ, Hodgins , Zach and Max were staring at him. Booth passed Kaitlin to Zach "Can you take her for a second?"
"Yes, I think so." Zach said. Max walked up to Booth and began tying his tie. Booth could feel his hands shaking. Sweat formed on his brow.
"Nervous son?" Max asked.
"Nervous is not the right word...Anxious. Excited." Booth said. "Maybe a tad nervous."
"Don't be. Temperance loves you. She is proving that. Don't worry I see a lot of happiness in your future." Max said stepping back. Booth nodded. Russ pinned his boutonnière, two yellow daisies, to Booth's lapel.
"Ready?" Russ asked.
"You have no idea," Booth replied.
"Then," Hodgins spoke up "Lets get you married."
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A/N- I hope you enjoyed this chapter. I decided to make the wedding a three parter. There is so much to cover and putting it in on chapter would be too long. Review and as always...Be kind!
Thanks as always to the amazing Willow!
XOXO
Seraphina
