Chapter 12
The ceremony Begins
Scorpius POV
The burrow had never looked so magnificent. I stood in the porch feeling a little out of place. The entire Weasley family was in its full form. Starting from the grandma Molly to the little kids Hugo and Lily, everyone appeared thoroughly excited. Happiness could be sensed from every corner of the house. There were times when I really regretted being an only child and today was one of those times.
I merely kept glancing at various Weasleys but did not catch a glimpse of her. Where was she?
"Hey mate", I heard Abus say.
"Hello – Where is Rose", I asked spontaneously.
"Hmm - Quite excited to see her, are you?'' teased Albus.
''Well – she is supposed to be my dance partner for the eve – so it is justified" I replied.
"Sorry to say but you are only supposed to be her partner for the first dance not the entire eve", said Albus raising his eyebrows.
"Fine then – but still where is she?'' I asked again.
"She is kind of bit too busy and has no time for her poor little partner before the ceremony starts," replied Albus hiding his grin.
"Whatever! It is not like I can't wait to see her or something – I too have better things to do,'' I replied getting irritated.
"Sure, then why don't you help me with the last minute preparations" said Albus.
"As you say,'' I replied following him out of the room.
At 5 PM sharp the ceremony started. Guests were invited from all the great Wizard families including – The Scammanders, Longbottoms and even the Malfoys. I could see my mum and dad seating themselves, both feeling a bit uneasy to attend a Weasley wedding. After the war my dad's opinion about half bloods and muggle borns had changed and he really respected Mr. Potter for saving his life twice but that did not mean he was on friendly terms with the Weasleys. We were a bit shocked on receiving the invitation card but felt obliged at the same time.
Teddy Lupin, the bridegroom, who is also supposed to be my second cousin sat cheerfully on the stage. He looked so happy that it appeared he would burst any moment. Lucky guy he was going to marry the beautiful Victiore!
"Hello Scorpius", I heard a voice say.
I turned around to see Lily Potter standing with a big smile on her face.
"Hello Lily" I replied "You look nice."
"Thanks dude, even you look quite great" she added.
"So where is ..."I started but then suddenly stopped.
"Where is-Rose – Am I right" she asked her smile becoming wider.
"Well! Kind of" I replied.
"Sorry Scorp but you won't be able to see her before the ceremony starts, but as you have mentioned her I want to make one thing clear" she said.
"Aha – And what is that supposed to be" I asked.
"Well! She is really nervous so I don't want you to spoil her mood on any condition" she said strictly.
"Why do you think I will do that?" I replied feeling confused.
"Oh! Scorpius – don't get me wrong – I know you will never do that intentionally it's just that don't mention about the dance to her till the actual performance .'' she said.
"But why?" I asked getting even more confused.
"I know this dance is really exciting for you but as far as Rose is concerned she is different – so just do as I ask you to and don't argue" She said in an authoritative voice.
Oh Damn! – This little girl can get scary sometimes.
"Fine" I replied "As you say Miss Potter".
Soon it was the time for the bride to enter and so entered Victiore looking prettier than ever. She was accompanied by her sister Dominique as the maid of honour and her bride's maids Roxanne and Rose. Rose – Well I kind of tripped myself when I looked at her. She looked beautiful. I had never imagined Rose looking so different. Her gold outfit brought out her eyes and her red curls never looked prettier than ever, she had a charming smile on her face, though she smiled nervously. I felt her gaze on me and waved. She smiled back for a second and then continued to accompany the bride on the stage.
Two little kids a girl called Lavnee was the flower girl and her younger brother Surus who was no more than 5 was the ring man. They were Victiore's aunt Gabrielle's kids. They were so cute and adorable.
Teddy's best man was none other than his oldest God brother James Potter. As soon as the bride and the bridegroom settled themselves it was the time for the first dance – The dance performance by the 2 bridesmaids.
I smiled to myself – The hard work and efforts of last 7 days were ready to show their outcome. It was the time for the 'Life Changing Wedding' to begin.
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