The Greatest Secret
Disclaimer: Nope, don't own iCarly
A/N:
Chapter 201 (The Greatest Bonds)
May 10th, 2015 finally came around, for three years everyone led peaceful lives. Lionel had remained in prison, where he would hopefully remain for the rest of his life. Jonah had gone to Seattle University in August of 2012, and after graduation next year, he would join the military as a Lieutenant. He'd been dreaming of the moment for years. Though, not nearly as much as he'd been dreaming of Valerie's return, she was coming home for good in December, where Miss Ray had promised to help her start a successful food chain!
Tyrone and Angeline had married in late 2012, they were still together, and still happy. Spencer and Sasha had a beautiful child, Skye, who was going to be the flower girl at today's wedding ceremony. Aaron was the ring bearer, and a cute, nearly four-year old ring bearer he made.
During college, Freddie and Sam had succumbed to the temptation of sex, and wound up pregnant. Of course, this was only months prior to the current date, but she did have a noticeable baby bump. The doctors said she would be having twins. She wasn't alone, however, Griffin managed to get Carly pregnant, so both girls would likely deliver their children around the same date. Valerie was pregnant as well, which irritated the hell out of their families, who were still trying to convince Jonah to join the family business, and he still refused.
The wedding of Freddie and Sam was going very well thus far. Uncle Morris handed her away down the aisle in perhaps her family's proudest moment. Valerie was the Matron of Honor and Carly was the Bridesmaid. Jonah was Freddie's Best Man, and Griffin became his Groomsman. Freddie took her delicate hand in his and turned towards the preacher. They were all wearing traditional Indian garments. They were having this wedding in the style of a traditional wedding, however. It was a little bit of both worlds.
"Ladies and Gentlmen," The preacher spoke while lifting his hands into the air with a smile. "We are gathered here to commemorate the marriage of Freddie and Samantha Puckett. Anyone who feels this marriage should not be, please speak now or forever hold your peace."
Freddie glanced towards where Tyrone was sitting and his heart lifted for joy, the man remained in his seat. He was holding onto Angeline's hand in his lap with his hands, watching with a patient smile. As he turned his head towards Spencer, he smiled once more. Sasha was beside him, sniffling and wiping her eyes while he held his arm around her shoulders.
Thankfully no one had any complaints, after all they'd gone through, he might just have to shoot the first person that stood up. Of course, Sam would get to them first. Either that, or the members of Jonah's family would get them. It was one thing to have the police guarding the wedding for Marissa's sake, but it was another to have Jonah's and Valerie's family guarding from the shadows and watching the wedding through the eyes of snipers.
He looked back to the preacher. Sam squeezed his hand and smiled at him, she was enchanting as ever. Her golden curls fell neatly against her shoulders and curved down into her lower back, her bright eyes bore into him, pulling him into her. She was worth every bit of drama that happened in their lives with Bana, with Lionel, Tyrone, and so many other things that had taken place. This was right where they needed to be, and he was grateful to have her, forever.
"Do you, Freddie Benson, take Samantha Puckett to be your lawfully wedded wife. To have, to hold, to love and cherish from now until death do you part?"
"I do." He breathed in, no hesitation in his voice. When he heard her say those same words, the ground beneath him turned into air. While everyone knew this wedding was more just a courtesy for them, it was still an apparent emotional moment. Marissa was in tears, Sasha in tears, Maggie in tears, every single man in the house had to remember to bring extra pairs of handkerchiefs for their wives. Ah, but how wonderful was it, truly? It was a wedding, they were all the same, so he could never see why people got so emotional at them. Then again, he did understand, the single most important moment in the lives of two people who loved each other very much.
Towards the end of the wedding, the reception was on. As Freddie and Sam danced, gazing into each other's eyes, her arms around his neck and his around her waist, they marveled at what was to be the start of the rest of their lives. Everything stopped when Jonah stepped up onto a table, calling out so he could give the traditional Best Man speech. They all turned to look at him as he raised up his glass and smiled at the newlywed couple. "Sam and Freddie," he began, "What a ride, not without its twists, turns, and bumps of course."
"It wasn't that bad," Freddie laughed. Jonah smirked and wagged his eyebrows.
"Easy for you to say, try asking your wife how easy it is to keep a secret relationship for so long." Sam blushed and Freddie's eyebrow arched sky high. Jonah spread his arms out and chuckled. "I'll admit, when I first heard you had an arranged marriage, I thought you were damn near crazy, and I guess I had to be protective of my friends because you had a crazier old man after you."
Tyrone huffed as Angeline began snickering. "I was not a crazy old man." Jonah pointed to him and smirked.
"You're about as crazy as an old man who enjoys walking on his hands in front of a camera. Oh wait, you did do that! Of course, I could have been talking about the other crazy old man." Tyrone lifted his shoulders and looked to his left, where Arian was standing next to him and sipping on a glass. "No not that one, but anyway, back to Freddie." Jonah turned his gaze to Freddie and Sam, smiling at the two of them. "You two have had a hell of a relationship together, you've stuck it through, and I can tell…you're going to go far together. Never forget what you have, what you've had, and always cherish what you will have. No matter what, don't forget. The joy, the bliss, the wonders and the memories…it isn't at all what lies at the end, it's in the journey."
Freddie put his arm around Sam's waist and felt his heart slowly rise as her eyes met his. Jonah was right, the memories were what made their relationship as great and fantastic as it was. This was the one woman he knew he could always depend on, and she could always depend on him no matter what. "And what a journey it was," he whispered softly. Her lips curled up and she reached up, kissing his lips tenderly.
Jonah chuckled and shook his head. "Couldn't even wait." He quickly pumped his hand up into the air, raising his glass high. "Here's to Freddie and Sam, from now, until forever!"
"Hear, hear!" The guests proclaimed, all raising their glasses sky high. Sam and Freddie raised theirs up, but continued to kiss.
It had been a long, tedious, daunting road with many twists and turns. Many surprises had been in store for them along the way, as well as many scares. Secrets appeared to shake the very foundation of their families and everyone they knew, but these were just the tests to show everyone's strength. True bonds, true friendships, true relationships, these were what had formed through the years.
Carly had been a prime example of how much stress could be thrown about, they had been afraid of her, but yet they trusted her, and it came to pass that she would be one of their greatest supporters along with Jonah and Valerie.
When it was time to throw the bouquet, Sam turned her back to everyone and threw it behind her. As it sailed through the air, many women, unmarried, tried to reach for it. Of course, the one that the bouquet actually landed in, was Skye. The little girl lifted her head up and smiled, not really knowing what it meant, and handed the flowers back to Sam.
"For you!" Skye replied brightly. "Flowers for you." Sam laughed and bent over, rubbing her head and smiling at the young girl.
"Thank you sweetie, I appreciate it, but you caught the bouquet. They have to go to someone unmarried, so…why not give them to Carly? She's not married yet." Carly's cheeks turned red as Griffin threw his arm over her shoulder. He hadn't quite yet proposed, but he was going to do so.
The guests watched in awe as Skye carried the bouquet to Carly. She took it delicately in her hands and moved over to Sam with Griffin. Jonah and Valerie moved over to the group, and Jonah gave Freddie the widest grin, lightly punching his shoulder.
"Finally tied the knot down, I don't feel alone." Freddie laughed and glanced over to Griffin. "Looks like you're next buddy."
"Yep, time to bury the old hatchet," Freddie added.
"About to sign on to a life of slavery." Griffin paled as the men laughed and joked. Of course, Valerie and Sam smacked their arms while Carly shook her head, grinning. Moments like these, these were the ones to live for. To cherish. The memories that would never be forgotten, and the relationships formed were greater than that of anything the world could throw.
From here, to eternity, the greatest bonds form each and every day, with every relationship that blossoms.
Well, this is it. It's been a long ride, but I've done it. I've finished the story, and I am proud of how it has turned out. I am so glad I went back and rehashed the end, never thought it would produce a whole new seventy chapters, but hey, it was a marvelous turnout! Kind of sad it's over, but you know what? May it live forever in the hearts of all it's entertained.
The Greatest Secret 2008-2012
More like my greatest project XD. I'm sad, but happy at the same time. You know, all of you that stuck with me through this whole thing, I'm so thankful for each and every one of you. This story and you guys have seen me through some pretty rough tides (Like my ex...god the memories) and some pretty great moments! Much like the message in this last chapter, those are the bonds that form that make everything so worthwhile, and I love writing for each and every one of you. Thank you so much ^_^. You never know, maybe one day this story will have a sequel, maybe not, I'm sure Jonah's family would love to pull him into the mafia.
Check out some of my new stories. Oh, and for all those reading, I want you to check out the one other iCarly story that I'm doing (There's only one person reading that one, and it's the one that proofreads the chapters, so...) I know it's not a Sam/Freddie one or anything, but it's still good. "The Coin's Other Side" However if you want to catch how I'm doing on the DRAMA stories (You know how much I love drama) Feel free to check out some of my other more recent works ;) You'll love em all.