Awww I love you guys! It was awesome to hear you all loved the wedding and the vows! I hope you enjoy the reception just as much! queenAmerica you really want a boy don't you? Well how about I take a poll and see what you guys would like okay? It's at the bottom of the page. Meg-sters52 you really liked the wedding? I know there weren't many details but I really just wanted to go through the ceremony. 191838 haha I think you're really enjoying this aren't you? Well here's your update! Mockingjay04 I'm glad you liked it! The reception is gonna be just as fun! babysister1997 I'm glad you liked the vows! I didn't want the normal 'I…blah blah blah' so I went with the creative approach. lilythemermaid I knew you'd like it! Panda-Crazy-19 they are finally married! I'm glad you liked my vows too and I am doing the poll at the bottom for the baby so you've gotta vote! AC-18 thanks for following my story and I hope you're enjoying it! Princess America I'll take that into consideration. Erin of course your invited! I hope you enjoy the party too! Alright everyone here comes the second part of the wedding!

Love Smashleigh

Chapter 33: Wedding Reception

"Ladies and gentlemen." Gavril says through the microphone. "It is an honor to announce the couple of the night, Your Royal Highnesses, Prince Maxon and Princess America!"

I wrapped my fingers around Maxon's hand and he responded by entwining his fingers with mine. Then with one great breath we pushed through the double doors and were swarmed by a mass of party guest. Everyone was clapping and letting us through until we reached the dance floor in the middle of the –now cleared out- ballroom. Guest surrounded the large square wooden floor and slowly everyone quieted down as the orchestra began the slow melody of the song Maxon and I danced to during Halloween.

"Princess America?" Maxon asked softly in my ear. "May I have this dance?"

I smiled up at him. "Of course you may, Your Highness."

Placing both hands on my waist he pulled me to him. I let my arms rest around his neck and we moved slowly to the music. Small flashes were going off but I didn't care how many went off as long as I got my dance with Maxon. This would probably be my only one of the night.

"My darling, sweet wife." Maxon said leaning his forehead against mine. "You don't know how happy I am right now."

I glanced up at him and watched the small smile play across his lips. It was very tempting to kiss him now, in front of everyone, but I know it would be very improper. Even though it's not what I want to do, I need to show respect to the visitors and be polite. First impressions are key.

"My handsome, silly husband." I whisper back. "Whatever am I going to do with you?"

He was about to respond when the music ended in a flourish. Slowly we peeled apart and while Maxon bowed I curtsied. Then we were separated in the large mass of bodies. I only caught a glimpse of Maxon before being surrounded in a hug by my bridesmaids.

"America that was SO romantic!" May squealed.

"We're so happy for you!" Celia cried.

"I can't believe we're here and seeing you get married was just…" Kamber gushed.

Lucy remained quiet though. She must've felt awkward being in a room with people she normally served. But she didn't show it. Instead she offered me a smile and small thanks before disappearing again.

"America can I talk to you for a second?" Celia asked once May and Kamber were distracted.

I nodded. "What is it?"

"It's…It's about…Aspen." she stuttered.

My eyes widened to the size of sand dollars. "Celia now is not a good time to discuss this." I warned her.

She bowed her head. "Okay, okay." she said. "But I need to talk to you about it."

"Of course." I said taking her hands. "Now go have some fun!" I said projecting her into the crowd of bodies.

"Please Your Majesty." one of the groomsmen pleaded with me. "Just one more dance?"

I looked down at the Italian prince kneeling before my chair. No doubt he was a handsome man but I was worn thin right now. It's only been three hours but I feel like I've been on my feet for weeks.

"I'm so sorry, Antonio." I say weakly. "I think I'm done for the night."

He bows his head. "Alright I see I am unworthy of your attentions." he says sadly.

"No!" I exclaim with a laugh. "It's just…well you see I…" Shit where was I going with this?

"I was only teasing." he said tapping my chin and standing.

"You Italian flirt!" I say smacking his hand lightly.

He smiles and lets out a loud laugh. "Too true m'lady." he says. "Addio principessa!"

"Addio!" I call after him, which I'm hoping is a form of goodbye.

"Flirting already I see." someone says beside me. "Oh how I am wounded."

I turn to see Maxon clutching his heart but the smile still plays on his lips. Taking his hand, I tug him down to kneel beside me. "Are you jealousy?" I ask him after he places a kiss on my cheek.

"Oh I'm not worried about it." he said with a wink. "Antonio can make any girl swoon in mere seconds. Want to see?"

I followed Maxon's gaze as we watched Antonio weave in and out of the crowd before stopping in behind a small brunette. We watched as he whispered something in her ear and she turned around. My heart about beat out of my chest when I saw who it was…Daphne.

"M-Maxon…" I stammer clutching his hand for dear life now.

"This cannot be good." he said watching the scene unfold before us.

After a few heated words were exchanged between Antonio and Daphne, Fredrick appeared at her side. Our eyes immediately locked and I swallowed hard. No. I thought. This cannot be happening now.

A small growl escaped Maxon and he stood up beside me with a hand on his hip, where his sword sat. Funny how the whole uniform actually comes in handy. Then the worst thing happens; they start to approach us.

"America! Maxon!" Fredrick says as if he had not attempted to murder us a few weeks ago. "I offer my best wishes! Que su amor te llevará lejos!"

Was I missing something? Why was everyone all of a sudden speaking in their native tongue? "What do you want Fredrick?" Maxon asked, spitting his name out like it was venom.

"Oh come now old chum!" Fredrick said placing a hand on his shoulder. I was up out of my seat and in front of Maxon in a heartbeat. "Oh ho! You get feistier and feistier every time I see you!"

"What do you want?" I asked him this time.

"Darling you have no idea." he said running a finger over my jaw.

"Take your hand off her." Maxon snapped retching his hand away from me.

Fredrick pulled his hand back and wrapped it around Daphne's waist. She was way to quiet for her normal behavior. Which was also making me uncomfortable.

"America, come on. I remember you saying you were tired." Maxon said moving me away from them.

"I hope you two don't get too comfortable." Daphne finally says.

We both ignore the comment as Maxon steers me away from everyone. Finally we are up front where our table sits and I recline in one of the chairs. My head is now spinning and the room looks like someone threw up a rainbow. I let out a groan and massage one of my temples.

"I'd send you upstairs but I'm afraid to leave you alone." Maxon says sitting beside me.

His fingers wrap around mine and I give his hand a small squeeze. "Just go have fun. I'll be right here."

After a few moments of hesitation he stands. "Alright. But make sure you are not alone. At all."

"Just go you goofball." I force a laugh and he goes off into the crowd again.

As soon as he's gone I feel cold all over. Like something bad is going to happen. And, as if I spoke a curse, something does as the lights shut off and the music stops. The room is full of screams and feet stamped out the doors.

"AMERICA!" Maxon yells. I hear him but only faintly over the screams.

"MA-" but that's all I can get out of my mouth before I feel something knock against my head, sending me into unconsciousness.

DUN DUN DUNNNNN! Sorry I just had to end it there! What fun is a party without a little drama? Okay but now to the real reason I'm saying stuff at the end of this chapter…

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