AN: Happy 40th chapter to me! Enjoy Enjoy!

"This needs to stop. I can't watch you two argue everyday over a piece of paper." Big Jerry yells holding the papers that he himself had drawn up with one of his hands. "At the end of the day it's about love and I'm sorry that I inserted myself into your affair" he spoke again his voice raw with emotion. He continued, "and to end it all I'm going to tear it to shreds" and he did holding the document in both hands tearing it over and over again until it was a heap of small pieces on the floor. He felt good that this thing was no more affecting them. He'd only wanted to protect his son but instead he'd aggravated him and had caused a rift not only between the two of them but also between him and his fiancée.

Fitz and Olivia watched the commotion wordlessly play out in front of them. Fitz was pleased that his father had taken it upon his self to drop it. Because if he had to talk to him again, it wouldn't have been pleasant. He didn't want to cause any disrespect to his father but he was very adamant about living his life the way he saw fit.

Big Jerry huffed as he watched them staring at him with an amused look. "Well aren't you going to say anything?" He asked flaying his hands in the arm.

They both let out a chuckle watching his frustrated expression. Fitz was the first one to speak after they'd stop laughing. "Good now we can put this mess behind us. And dad as much as I love you please don't interfere in matters that doesn't concern you" Fitz spoke evenly his tone very serious.

Big Jerry nodded his head acknowledging that he'd heard him loud and clear.

xx

The rest of the day went on with final preparations for the wedding while Olivia and Fitz spent quality time with each other. They would all be leaving the house the next morning to head to the hotel that they'd made reservations for the wedding. The ceremony was going to be very small with only thirteen people in attendance including the Officiant and two cameramen. The couple wanted completed privacy as they exchanged heartfelt vows.

X

It was early in the morning a little after six as Alexis and Abby were making the finishing touches to her something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue assembled. Her body was draped in a white strapless dress that hugged her curves spectacularly. The material was light allowing the morning air to flow throw it. Her hair was done in a messy updo with a few of her tendrils falling loosely framing her gorgeous face. Her makeup was simple giving her a fresh faced look that complimented her glowing skin. Her mother had loaned her, her diamond earrings that dangled from her ears gracefully adding a touch of elegance to her outfit. She'd counted her brand new lace corset as her something new. A vintage hair pin that they'd seen in a small jewelry store was tucked into her curls as something old. And gracing her feet she wore blue crochet barefoot sandals. It was the morning of her wedding and she was beyond giddy with excitement and nervousness.

Looking at herself in the mirror for the last time before picking up her bouquet she couldn't believe that at the age of 23 she was marrying her soul mate. She spontaneously hugged her mother overwhelm by all of the emotions she was experiencing.

"Don't make me cry Livvie. You'll ruin our makeup" Alexis spoke her voice wavering with emotions. She was extremely proud to see her baby girl marry the love of her life. It was sad that her father wasn't there to experience the moment but she promises to cherish it for as long as she lived.

"I'm so proud of you, Livvie" she gave her a quick kiss on the cheeks stepping out of her embrace.

"I'm getting married!" She squealed and Abby joined in with her excited for her best friend. She herself was planning a wedding as Stephen had proposed to her on her birthday three months ago. She couldn't help feel excited about marrying the man that she loves. Unfortunately, due to Quinn's work schedule she wasn't able to make it but she did send her gifts and congratulations.

The ceremony was at sunrise with only close family and friends. Later on in the evening the reception would be kept in the ballroom of the Pegasus hotel they were staying at. But for now it was time for her to go marry her best friend. She smiled as she reflected on how much the last year of her life had changed for the best. They'd had their ups and downs - round and rounds but all it did was serve to bring them closer to each other. She'd found everything she wanted and needed in Fitz.

Janet came into the master suite with Raye trailing behind her in her bridesmaid coral halter top flow-ey dress matching Abby's. The two of them were her bridesmaid along with Stephen and Harrison as groomsmen. No one could resist the Harrison Wright charm including Big Jerry. After their trip from Alaska Raye and him kept in close contact with each other. At first they didn't want to make any moves on their feelings because of the distance between them so they'd stuck to being friends. But that line quickly blurred as their feelings for each other was far more than that of a platonic friend. Jumping in head first the two did the long distance thing until Harrison got relocated to DC two months ago which was still not New York but it was better with a simple two to three hours' drive. Raye was happy that for the first time in her life she'd found someone who'd truly respected her. He never treated her anyway less than how a woman should be treated. She was already head over heels in love with him and was happy that he felt that same way about her too.

Fitz stood with his father, Harrison and Stephen at the arch decorated in colorful tulips that were placed on the center part of beach. The sun was still under the horizon making the place a little dark. The portable lights were surrounding the altar and down the walkway that was laid with white carpet. Both Fitz and his father were dressed in linen suits that allowed the wind easy passage to move the fabric freely. They stood barefoot in silence taking in the serene atmosphere around them. They were lucky to have Alexis' pastor perform the wedding ceremony which required them to take a one day pre marriage workshop. Just to put it this way marriage was incredibly hard and they were entering this union with their eyes wide open of that fact.

Fitz took steadying breaths as he heard A Thousand Years by Christina Perri started playing through the speakers.

Big Jerry pats his shoulder to help calm his nerves. "This is the moment you'll remember for as long as you live son. I'm proud to be standing next to you as you marry an incredible woman."

Fitz smiled already feeling choked up by all of his emotions. The sun was slowly making its way up casting a ray of sunshine on the blue waters. They'd agreed to a sunrise ceremony not only because it was their thing but it signifies the birth of a new day with new hope. A hope that he'd held onto for many months was finally coming to pass. He thanked the heavens for allowing him the chance to experience true love - love that took his breath away constantly. Fitz took another deep breath as he watched his mother first making her way out and standing in front of him on the right side of the altar. There weren't any chairs as everyone decided that it would be ok to stand through the ceremony after all they would be barefoot and comfortable.

He watched on as Raye came out first holding her bouquet her hair flowing in the wind along with the skirts of her dress. She gives him a reassuring smile before making her way onto the left side of the altar. Right after Abby made her way up the short aisle and gives him a wink which made him crack a smile. His nerves immediately left him when he saw Olivia and her mother walking down the aisle holding each other hands. Her right hand held her bouquet. It was a sight to behold watching his Livvie transformed into a beautiful bride. She was always breathtakingly beautiful but in that moment Fitz couldn't help but fall in love with her all over again. He smiled feeling astonishingly happy. He fought every urge to not run and coop her up in to his arms when she smiled that secret special smile that she reserves only for him.

Olivia continued to walk with her mother. The woman who'd stood by her side through thick and thin. The woman who'd made sure that she wasn't without anything. The woman who'd been a mother, a friend, a confidant and role model to her, her entire life. And today she was doing her the greatest honor of giving her away to her husband to be. She was becoming even more emotional from seeing Fitz standing under the arch looking dashingly handsome giving her his special smile. The song conveyed everything she was feeling as she took another step and another and another towards her forever.

Darling, don't be afraid I have loved you

For a thousand years

I'll love you for a thousand more

Time stands still

Beauty in all she is

I will be brave

I will not let anything take away

What's standing in front of me

Every breath

Every hour has come to this

One step closer

She meets the altar and tears were already silently streaming down her face. Fitz kissed her not being able to hold back his self. And they all laughed when the pastor said "we haven't reached to that part as yet." Everyone stood to their sides as Fitz and Olivia faced each other. The moment was extremely intimate as the pastor spoke to them. Except for the occasional flashes from the cameramen they were completely engrossed with each other.

"Fitz you've prepared a vow to say to Olivia?" The pastor asked.

"I did" he answered.

"Please speak the words that you would like to express as a token of your love and as a vow to this marriage."

Fitz looked her in the eyes making sure that she saw him as he poured out his heart to her. Clearing his throat to fight his emotions he spoke.

"I promise to encourage your compassion,

Because that is what makes you unique and wonderful.

I promise to nurture your dreams,

Because through them your soul shines.

I promise to help shoulder our challenges,

For there is nothing we cannot face if we stand together.

I promise to be your partner in all things,

Not possessing you, but working with you as a part of the whole.

Lastly, I promise to you perfect love and perfect trust,

For one lifetime with you could never be enough.

This is my sacred vow to you, my equal in all things."

Olivia cried as his piecing blue eyes bore into her brown ones. Each promise was an everlasting covenant they were making with each other. She was startled when the pastor asked her to recite hers still immerse in Fitz's eyes.

A voice laced with emotions she recited her heartfelt vows to him.

"On this day,

I give you my heart,

My promise,

That I will walk with you,

Hand in hand,

Wherever our journey leads us,

Living, learning, loving,

Together,

Forever."

Fitz eyes welled with water and it was becoming too much for him to keep at bay. He watched her beautiful face as each word was spoken from her heart.

"May I have the rings?" the pastor asked and the rings were provided to him and he said a prayer over it before giving Fitz hers and hers Fitz.

"Fitzgerald will you take this ring and place it upon Olivia's finger, and as you do, repeat after me, these words."

"I give you this ring as a symbol of my vow, and with all that I am, and all that I have, I honor you, in the name of God. Fitz repeated his vow as he slid the ring onto Olivia's finger. "

"Olivia will you take this ring and place it upon Fitzgerald's finger, and as you do, repeat after me, these words."

"I give you this ring as a symbol of my vow, and with all that I am, and all that I have, I honor you, in the name of God. Olivia did the same as she slid his wedding band on his finger. She'd engrave it with the words 'One and Only' in remembrance of the first song he'd sang to her. He was her One and Only love."

They were given two candles that they joined together to light the unity candle. The pastor spoke to them telling them that they're no longer two but they've joined together as one in the presence of their family and God. He continued to speak about marriage and declared a blessing over them. Finally coming to the conclusion of the wedding ceremony he spoke a final declaration.

"By the power vested in me by the State of Florida, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride".

Fitz didn't need to be told twice as he took Olivia in his arms and kissed his wife. He didn't stopped when they were surrounded by loud game day cheers; they only pulled away when their breathing was labored. They smiled sheepishly at each other when the Officiant announces:

"I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Grant!"

Their small body of witnesses erupted in loud cheers again as the two doves were released into the air.

Olivia looked up at him beaming with happiness, "I'm Mrs. Fitzgerald Thomas Grant III."

Fitz kissed her feeling ridiculously happy, "yes you are."

Not soon after they were surrounded by their family who showered them with lots of love and well wishes. The newlyweds reveled in each other's presence as they took several wedding pictures with each other and their newly blended family.

Still being early in the morning they made their way to the hotel private dining room where they ate breakfast as Mr. and Mrs. Grant.

X

After hours of making love as husband and wife and sleeping for only one they finally got out of bed to get ready for the reception. They were expected to be down there at 8 and it was already 7:50. Fitz had on a sleek black tuxedo with his hair gel backed not one out of place except for his one errant curl. Olivia liked when his strong jawline was exposed for all to see. He smiled as she applied her lipstick. She was also immaculately dressed in a white floor length gown that carried some silver shimmer which was complimented by her chandelier diamond earrings and wedding ring set.

Turning away from the mirror she smiled taking in her husband. That's all she could've called him since this morning. She was just so happy. "Are you ready my husband?" She smiled sweetly at him.

No other sound was more pleasant to his ears than his wife calling him that. "As ready as I'll ever be Mrs. Grant" he replied taking her hand giving her a soft kiss on her lips. Careful not to ruin her makeup.

Making their way out of the honeymoon suite they walked hand in hands to the elevator. Still holding hands she looked up at him and smiles once they were inside of the descending elevator. Bringing her lips close to his ears she whispered, "It's a wonder I can still walk after today Mr. Grant."

Fitz could already feel his member growing from his sultry tone. He leaned his lips to her ears and replied, "mmmm and that was only a sample of what to expect tonight Mrs. Grant."

Olivia felt herself flushed from the rumble of his deep voice. Her body ached deliciously all over. Fitz had really outdone his self today. Whispering back into his ears, "you were on complete beast mode today. One minute you're gentle and the next oh my gawwwd" she fanned herself remembering him taking her on the wall.

Continuing the whispering game he replied, "I was a man making love to his wife for the first time."

She could already feel the wetness pooling between her legs. She was about to pin him to the elevator wall but they were others inside of it and just on time the elevator dinged signaling they'd reach their floor.

Making their way to the entrance of the banquet room they were told to wait outside until their name was announced. They stood for a few minutes before hearing their name being called.

"Give it up for Mr. and Mrs. Grant" Fitz smiled when he heard Sean's voice on the DJ system. Holding onto Olivia's hands the couple danced their way inside through the sea of people clapping and cheering loudly. Many people hadn't come to the ceremony because they'd wanted to keep it private and intimate between them but they did invite several people to the reception to join in the celerbration. They made their way to their designated table at the front of the room.

"It's amazing to see this young man who'd become more than a friend to me more like a son that I never had - sorry Jerry" Sean joked and everyone laughed as he continued to make his opening toast. "I'm proud to see him marry a remarkable woman that loves and respects him and I know for sure he worships the ground she walks on." Sean speech went on for another minute and after it was finish Olivia and Fitz cut and ate their wedding cake which was a triple tier marmalade cake. Fitz had wanted plain old chocolate cake but she'd objected to it and had him choose their honeymoon location as a compromise instead. The cake also had parts that were pure vanilla. Messing up Fitz's mouth with icing she kissed him plump on the lips running her tongue over the white icing savoring the sweet taste from his mouth while everyone cheered and flashed pictures.

Not long after returning to their seat Fitz stood making his way to the DJ booth to ask Sean to play his new song from the album he's currently working on that no one knew of including Olivia. Being on their six months world travels he'd written several songs and had worked with Sean on it when he'd gotten back. All of the songs weren't fully completed but he'd ensure that one was for tonight's special purposes. Taking the microphone he asked for everyone's attention.

"I want to thank you all for coming out to celebrate with my wife and me" he pauses still love the sound of calling Olivia his wife. "Today I was made the happiest man and I just want the world to know how much I love you Olivia." He smiled at her dazzling all thirty-two pearly whites. "I want to dedicate my newest song to my beautiful wife. Will you dance with me?" He asked giving Sean the go ahead to start playing the music. He made his way over to Olivia taking her hands in his and walked her to the middle of the dance floor. As the music began to play the couple swayed to the beat for their first dance as newlyweds.

Olivia looked up into his expressive eyes as he sings along to his song. The one he'd written for her. She clung onto his neck as his voice serenades her.

What would I do without your smart mouth?

Drawing me in, and you kicking me out

You've got my head spinning, no kidding, I can't pin you down

What's going on in that beautiful mind?

I'm on your magical mystery ride

And I'm so dizzy, don't know what hit me, but I'll be alright

My head's under water

But I'm breathing fine

You're crazy and I'm out of my mind

Fitz didn't care if loving Olivia was drowning him because he was perfectly fine with it. Their bodies molded to each as he continued to sing his heartfelt words in her ears. This song was inspired by their entire journey from the time they met until now. He didn't know what he would do without his Livvie.

'Cause all of me

Loves all of you

Love your curves and all your edges

All your perfect imperfections

Give your all to me

I'll give my all to you

You're my end and my beginning

Even when I lose I'm winning

'Cause I give you all of me

And you give me all of you, oh

He loves and adore every inch of her even the parts that annoys him.

How many times do I have to tell you

Even when you're crying you're beautiful too

The world is beating you down; I'm around through every mood

You're my downfall, you're my muse

My worst distraction, my rhythm and blues

I can't stop singing; it's ringing, in my head for you

She was indeed his worst distraction seeing Liv would always serve to give him temporary memory loss. When she's in the same room with him he always developed tunnel vision for her.

Olivia joined in with the chorus after catching on "all of me loves all of you Fitz" she sang back looking up to him meaning every word until the day she was no longer alive. They stared at each other completely oblivious to their guests and that the song had ended and a new one was beginning. The dance floor was already becoming crowded as people got their significant other to get up and dance.

Fitz and Olivia snapped out of their world when they saw Rick coming over to them and asking her for a dance. Fitz politely excused himself going to look for his mother to dance with.

Olivia and Rick moved to the rhythm of the new song and she smiled at him. Happy to see her mother and him develop a beautiful relationship in front of her eyes.

"I know your father died when you were little Liv but I just want you to know that if you need anything I'm here for you" Rick spoke to her; he wanted her to know that he plans to be around her family for the long term. He and Alexis had even talked about marriage but they weren't in a rush. Haven't lost a son 10 years ago in a car accident Ricardo didn't have any other children besides the one he lost. He'd come to love Olivia and her husband as if there were his, he knew she wasn't his child but he couldn't help but to form a bond with her. Since her father wasn't here to do the father and daughter dance he'd wanted to be there for her as he always is for her mother.

She smiled at him and nodded her head too afraid of her emotions to open her mouth. "Thank you" she finally whispers back to him. She was grateful that he'd come in to her life, it use to hurt her to see her mother having to do it all alone when she was younger. Now she won't have to worry about her so much and she could enjoy her life the way she'd truly deserve with a man that loves her.

Alexis stood at the side smiling through tears as she watches her daughter dance with her lover. She was happy to give love a second chance, she was truly happy and didn't realize that she could find true love in her forty-eight years.

The night went on with lots of dancing and drinking. Olivia had one glass of champagne and for some reason it didn't settle well with her stomach so she settled for some non-alcoholic fruit punch. By 10 the reception was in full swing everyone was doing the Electric Slide and every other instructional song they had. She was having so much fun and this was the type of wedding she'd always dreamed of having. No rush to be anywhere and they just enjoyed themselves with their family and friends. When it'd come to the bouquet throwing one of Fitz's bandmates girlfriend caught it. It was priceless to see the look of horror on his face.

They clung to each other Olivia feeling extremely tired and just wanting to sleep. Hanging her head on his shoulder she slowly made her way up to their room. They'd bid everyone a good night and they'd even had a sparkler sendoff where the wedding guests formed two lines on each side with the sparklers in their hands. It was beautiful and in the midst of walking out Fitz tilt her backwards almost to the ground and kissed her. She was happy that their cameramen were able to capture the moment. The wedding was so hush hush that the media didn't know of it even though they knew of their engagement thanks to the Instagram post she'd made displaying her rock. However, the media not knowing was perfect and they would like to keep it that way.

"Livvie get up so I can take off your dress baby" Fitz begged her as she was already on the bed completely dressed. Too tired to even take off her shoes.

"Go away I'm too tired" she shushed him her eyelids heavy with sleep. It was midnight and the events of the day were catching up to her.

"Mrs. Grant" he said in a sing song voice watching her lips turn up. She couldn't help but smile every time someone called her that. "Let your husband take care of you" he said lifting her off the bed and taking her to the bathroom.

She watched their reflections in the mirror. He had already gotten rid of his suit jacket and was only in his fitted shirt and tailored pants. His bowtie was loosely swung around his neck. She watched as he slowly undid her zipper and her dress fell to her feet in a puddle. She was only clad in a strapless white bra and matching undies. Watching his face evokes arousal by her skimpily clad body - she gasped taking in his stormy grey eyes. The white satin of the material contrasted beautifully against her beautifully soft mocha skin.

Fitz begun kissing her neck, even though she was tired he always manages to awaken her body. Feeling her stomach flip Olivia launched herself forward and emptied the contents of her belly in to the sink.

Fitz was alarmed when she'd swiftly moved from his grip. He immediately rushed over to her and held any hair that was in her way. He turned on the tap and rubbed her back to comfort her. "Livvie did you have too much to drink?" He asked concerned which he thought she didn't.

"No I only had half a glass of champagne" she replied rinsing out her mouth before grabbing her toothbrush. She throw some water on her face feeling a little better, her stomach had calmed down so she was able to relax. A thought came over her reminding her of something that she'd forgotten to do. All the blood rushed from her face as she looked at Fitz.

Seeing her looking as white as a ghost made Fitz extremely worried. "What's wrong Livvie?" He asked his voice edged with worry.

She places her hands to her face before speaking. "I've not been taking my pills for over a month now. I could be pregnant" she added the last part barely a whisper. She couldn't believe she'd forgotten to take them being busy with the wedding and she didn't receive any reminders. She groaned remembering that they'd upgraded their phones to the new iPhone and she had yet to sync her reminders and calendars to it. It all made sense why she didn't get the phone notifications. She wouldn't object to being pregnant but she would be scared of losing the baby again.

Fitz looks at her his face filled with hope and genuine happiness at the prospect of becoming a father. He was ready to go to the nearest drugstore to buy a pregnancy test. He grabbed her into a tight hug. "Oh my gosh Livvie that would be awesome! We should get a pregnancy test" he continued to go on and on and she interrupted him.

"Fitz we're not going to get a pregnancy test. Tomorrow is our flight to Brazil and I want some sleep. If I'm pregnant we'll know but for now let's not rush anything and just take it one step at a time. Ok?" She asked waiting for his answer.

He beamed at her and replied, "Ok" being married to the love of his life and having the possibility of her carrying his child was beyond exciting. After brushing their teeth and washing their faces the two went to sleep in each other arms with their own dreams of a future child.

X

The entire week they were in Brazil Olivia hadn't vomited again. She felt bad for Fitz because he would watch expectantly for any signs of her possibly being pregnant. She did feel worse for getting his hopes up just to crash it. As customary when visiting Brazil they made their way to the beautiful expansive beaches of Rio. Lying down on her back on the beach towel she was dressed in a one piece yellow bandage strap swimsuit with her black sun hat and designer sunglasses on her eyes - she watched as Fitz stood over her taking off his tee and moving his hands to his swim trunks.

"Fitz what are you doing?" Olivia asked peaking over the brim of her sunshades as she watched him untie the drawstring of his trunks.

Fitz didn't reply to her but continue his movements taking off his trunks. He smirked at Olivia watching her mouth gaped in horror.

"Oh my gawwwwwd! Fitz why are you wearing a speedo? And a red one? Oh my gawwwd. You know I can't have sex with you again?" Olivia absolutely hated speedos. She promised to do the world a favor by starting a petition to end the manufacturing of such "things that should never be worn". She didn't care if Fitz had the body of a god and face of an angel she absolutely hated speedos with a passion.

Fitz laughed as he laid on his front to get a better tan. The speedo was recommended to him for getting seamless tan. Apparently the new material allowed the sun to penetrate through to give him and even tan on his private areas. Olivia always made fun of his tan lines.

"Fitz! Please put on your swimming trunks. I'm so not watching you in that skimpy brief!" She threw his trunks at him.

Fitz continues to laugh finding it funny that she found his attire appalling. Rolling over on his front he winked at her, "I don't hear you complaining when all of this" he gestured to the bulge at the front, "is out and in the open." He laughed again when he saw her open and close her mouth.

"Fine! Do whatever you want just know that I'm not looking at you" she huffed and turned her back to him which only give Fitz a glorious view of her luscious backside - for some reason they were fuller and he was surely not complaining about it.

Later that night she had no complaints when Fitz had stripped butt naked revealing his well-tanned butt cheeks for her. She'd praised the speedo for making him all the more irresistible naked. She jumped him and had her way with him for as much rounds as she was able to.

The other two days were spent in the local villages where they'd bought crafts and jewelry and even art works from local vendors to give as gifts when they returned to the states. They truly enjoyed the multicultural community of Rio de Janeiro and promised to be back again for vacation. Already packed for their flight back to LA they went to bed truly tired and exhausted from all of their adventures. They'd truly become world travelled with their passport almost being filled up with stamps.

Waking up the next morning they got themselves ready for their journey back to the airport but just before they leave their hotel room Olivia rushed to the bathroom.

AN: I just had to throw in my hate for speedos in there and I have no idea if there's a speedo that could tan butt cheeks lol. Oh well guess I will never know. Her wedding is my dream wedding. It's strange but I want a sunrise ceremony and then we all break after breakfast and reach up for a night time reception so there's no rush and you know we could do married couple stuff all day lol. I love love Alexis and Olivia's relationship as it reminds me so much of my mother's and I. She's my everything! :). How sweet was Ricardo for wanting to step up and dance with her? He'll never be her father but it's nice that he's committed to her happiness. And finally is she pregnant or not? Guess you'll find out next! Thanks to Google for the wedding ceremony outline and also for their wedding vows. I found the vows on " " and of course 'All of Me is by John Legend'. If you haven't heard it as yet go do so NOW! It'll be so worth it. Special thanks to the reviewer who recommended Brazil as their honeymoon destination. :)

Before I go I just want to celebrate my 40th chapter and I want you guys to know how much I appreciate you reading my story. After this chapter unfortunately there will only be 10 more as my goal is for 50 chapters. Don't worry though because each chapter would be lengthy and would have lots of details. Please don't forget to leave reviews because guys I really enjoy them and it motivates me to write. So if you like it just leave a line saying that you did or if not say that too. I appreciate every and all feedbacks! Long live Mr. and Mrs. Grant!