Hey Guys, I'm really sorry for not posting sooner but my gran died this week so my mind been a bit distracted :( Thanks for all your patience and I'm sorry again for the late posts, I'll try and post sooner. Disclaimer – I do not own Harvest Moon or any of its characters x
Chapter 23 – Chelsea's P.O.V
"Morning Cowboy" I giggled resting my head on his arm. He hugged me and pulled me onto his chest. His eyes shone in the light and reflected the lovely purple colours within.
"Morning" He smiled and kissed me. I smiled back and rested my head onto his chest. Sighing I stared off into the distance but swiftly sat up quickly. It was 10PM.
"The wedding!" I exclaimed. Vaughn's eyes widened as I quickly rolled off his stomach and stood up with the blanket wrapped around me.
"I need a shower" I panicked and turned to Vaughn. He stood up and opened the door quickly. I wobbly walked into the bathroom with the aid of Vaughn as he turned the shower on. He quickly walked to the sink, filled it up and began smearing shaving foam over his silver stubble. The shower was warm, calming. Looking around the little shelves around me I grabbed the most colourful thing in sight. It was bright blue and smelt of … well, Ted Baker show gel. Guess I was gonna smell like a guy today. Stepping out of the shower I wrapped a towel around me as Vaughn stepped in. I walked into the bedroom and unzipped my suitcase; really, I needed sweats to travel to the flat but I came face to face with lacy black thongs. When would I even use them? Quickly routing through my bag I pulled out 3 thongs, a policewomen's hat, handcuffs and two tight fitting dresses which I angrily threw behind me. Julia had to have completely repacked my suitcase when I went to see her the morning we left. Shoving my suitcase aside I rested my head on my arms. Fuck. There was a cough and I lifted my head up to see Vaughn stood at the door with a towel wrapped around his waist while he held a thong on the tip of his index finger and raised an eyebrow. I blushed red, quickly stood up and snatched it out of his hand.
"Julia" I growled as I took a seat on the end of the bed. Vaughn chuckled and sat beside me as he wrapped an arm around my shoulder. Squeezing me tightly he reached behind him and placed a black polo top into my arms. I smiled and kissed his cheek before getting up before pointing at the door. He rolled his eyes and slumped outside before shutting the door behind me. Damn he was cute. Pulling off my towel I slipped on the least lacy bra and then pulled the black top over my head. It fell down so it covered my bum but then there was the problem of pants. I looked at my suitcase but there really was point in looking there, maybe I could steal something of Vaughn's. I smirked as I walked over to his chest of draws and pulled out the first draw. It was pretty much the basic guy's underwear draw filled with boxers. I closed it and moved onto the next one. I reached in and pulled out a pair of grey joggers, I guess I could wear these. I pulled them up and held them at my waist with my hands. The must have been a good foot and a bit longer than my actual legs so I rolled the bottoms of them up so that they hovered at my ankles. There were adjustable straps at the waist so I pulled them until they were tight against my waist before tying them. I giggled and was about to close the draw when a yellow envelope caught my eye in the sea of dark colours. I pulled it out and inscribed on the front was 'Dear Vaughn Edward Thomas'. The writing was swirled and just barely readable. I ran my hand across the imprinted letters and turned it over in my hand, I knew it was wrong to go snooping but Vaughn was so closed up and it couldn't hurt to have a nosy to try and find out why he was so cold towards people. I quickly opened up the top and pulled out a tinted cream piece of paper, the writing was pretty much the same on there.
'Dear Vaughn, I wanted to let you know how much I love you and how none of this is your fault. I don't want you to blame yourself or your brother for this mess. Just remember, I will always be with you. Maybe not in person but in your heart and you know that, never forget. I love you Vaughn, and your father did too, he just didn't know how to show it. Make sure your brother doesn't go looking for him because it will only end badly. I'm sorry. I love you. Lots of love and kissed from Mum xxx' I stared at the paper quietly and a lump rose into my throat. I placed the letter carefully back into the envelope and sat down on the edge of the bed. What was all that about? Suddenly there was a knock at the bedroom door so I quickly put the envelope back, closed the draw and sat on the floor, pretending to act busy. He came in and smiled at me on the floor. I stood up and walked over to him where he pulled me into his chest. The scent of hay still filled my nose but was masked with a slight twinge of lynx shower gel. I traced my finger on his back and drew a heart, this was all I wanted. Me, Vaughn and forever.
"Come on Miss, let's get you to that wedding" He smiled pulling on my hand towards the sitting room. He was wearing black pants, a white shirt and a black tie. I had no idea what the colour theme was but I was guessing Jill would probably sort the both of us out. We walked into the hall where Vaughn locked the door before leading us towards the lift. But the door a couple feet in front of us opened and a brown haired guy came out.
"Vaughn!" He smiled looking at him before his gaze moved to me. I was still holding his hand. "Is this your girlfriend?" He winked at me. I heard Vaughn growl ever so lightly before I squeezed his hand. The guy in front of us had short light brown hair and grey eyes which didn't glisten in the light or reflect any nice personality within.
"Piss of Sam" He said staring coolly at him. At least he had his cowboy hat back on to make him look more mysterious. Jack rolled his eyes and turned to me.
"You're gonna have a handful with this one" He smirked and winked at me again. I felt Vaughn tense up so I pulled his hand behind me and I stood in front of him to prevent him from lashing out. I stared up a Jack and smiled slyly.
"Actually Jack. Vaughn is probably the nicest and selfless person I have ever met and just because you have about a 1 in 20 chance of getting laid before the time you hit 30 I suggest you shut up." I smiled sweetly. Vaughn smirked behind me as Jack's face fell. I dragged Vaughn past him and into the lift where the doors shut abruptly behind us. Vaughn turned to face me and kissed me.
"The nicest person you've ever met?" He asked raising an eyebrow and wrapping his arms around my waist.
"Now don't let it go to your head Cowboy" I laughed and kissed his lips. He smirked again as the lift arrived at the ground floor.
It wasn't long before we were in the car and pulling up outside the hairdressers shop. I was already later than planned so we both rushed inside as soon as the car stopped. As the bell rang when we entered there was flash of light brown hair and suddenly Jill was stood in front of me with half of her hair curled. I smiled weakly.
"I'm so glad you were able to come Chelsea, you look a lot better than when I saw you yesterday." She smiled as she hugged me and led me over to the chair next to her where a red haired lady came over to me and began to separate my hair. I could see Vaughn in the corner of my eye take a seat on the little waiting sofa a few feet away from me.
"So where's Skye?" I asked as the hairdresser pulled out some curling tongue's and began curling my hair.
"He's getting his suit fitted. But Chelsea he looks so smart and sexy, I can't believe we're actually getting married!" She squealed as I rolled my eyes. She was like a little teenager.
"So I'm guessing you're excited?" I smirked but she giggled and playfully nudged me.
"I've got you're bridesmaid dress in the back" She smiled as the red-haired women accidently yanked a piece of my hair. I cursed under my breath but kept on a smile which looked more like I was gritting my teeth.
"Thanks Jill. I'm really happy for you." I smiled.
"So is he your date?" She asked winking at me and motioning towards Vaughn. I rolled my eyes but soon followed her gaze and caught Vaughn edging the corners up of a glamour magazine with his finger so he could read the tiny articles. He looked up and caught my eye before flicking away the magazine and pulling his cowboy hat down.
"Erm I guess so," I smiled at her but then quickly added "Denny is stuck on the islands." She shook her head and rolled her eyes before taking a sip of the tea sat on the counter in front of her.
"Vaughn isn't it?" She asked still peering at him. I nodded and smiled at Vaughn who still had his hat pulled over his face.
"He's a good one Chelsea, never left you in hospital he didn't. I think he likes you." She grinned. I sunk back in my chair and blushed. There was no way she could know about the affair could she?
"No way!" I protested, convincing her she was being ridiculous. She replied with a 'hmmm' and that was that. She didn't mention Vaughn for the rest of the time we both had our hair done.
I stood up off the chair and span around. My hair was in ringlets and bounced just under my shoulders. Vaughn's eyes were glued to me as I walked over to him.
"What do you think?" I asked smiling down at him. He smirked slightly.
"If you weren't dating that fisherman I would grab you right now and run away with you" He winked and smirked again. I blushed before giggling in return.
"Is that a threat Cowboy?" I asked raising an eyebrow.
"It might just be," He smirked before standing up and running his hand down my back. I giggled and walked towards where Jill was motioning me to follow. She led me down a little corridor and into a changing area where there were two clothes bags hanging up. I took hold of the smaller one and smiled at her.
"I hope you like it Chels," She smiled before heading behind the divider. I unzipped the case and pulled out a light blue dress with a white bow and underdress. I took off Vaughn's jobbers and top before slipping on the silk gown. It was strapless and stopped just short of my knee. I looked into the mirror and smiled, I looked alright in blue. Jill nervously coughed and I span around. My mouth hit the floor as Jill was stood in front of me wearing a long cream dress which delicately licked the floor and trailed behind her. She looked beautiful.
"Jill you look amazing. Skye is going to love it" I grinned walking over to hug her. She sobbed and sniffed before pulling away and carefully rubbing her eyes.
"Don't get me started. Come on, just got to finish the makeup and we can get going" She smiled taking hold of my hand and leading us back into the shop. Vaughn quickly stood up and he gawped. But it wasn't at Jill who looked stunning, it was at me. I walked over to him and smiled.
"Chelsea …" He began but couldn't finish his sentence. I giggled as I tucked a piece of hair behind my ear. His arms twitched at the side as he wanted to reach out and hug me like I wanted to hug him, but Jill was present. I sighed and looked up at him before walking over to the red haired women again who know held eye lash curlers and mascara in both of her hands. Swallowing hard I braced myself for the torture I was about to endure.
Finally after a full 40 minutes of crud being plastered onto my skin and Vaughn staring at me intrigued we were finally ready. Shortly after our makeup had been applied, a white limo arrived and we all piled in. The seats were a beige colour and had a large bouquet of flowers inside. I took a seat next to Vaughn and he took hold of my hand but we managed to sit in a position so Jill couldn't clock onto it.
"Chelsea I'm nervous" She whimpered as she picked up the bouquet and held it in her hands.
"Jill, it's alright. You're marrying the man of your dreams. The one you want to spend the rest of your life with, the one who … you love. With all your heart" I said but slowly turned to Vaughn in the short pause. He looked down into my eyes and was looking at me with such intense emotions it made my heart thud in my chest. He squeezed my hand but our gaze was suddenly broken by Jill.
"You're right Chels" She smiled. I turned to look at her and blushed slightly while smoothing out my dress. The limo soon pulled up in front of an old looking church which was decorated with light blue heart balloons and flowers tied to the open doors. I looked at Jill who was smiling nervously and shaking like mad.
"Vaughn will you go inside and wait for us?" I asked looking at Jill worryingly. He nodded and opened the door before getting out and holding the door open as me and Jill clambered out. I watched him walk through the doors and out of sight before I turned to Jill.
"You okay?" I asked smiling at her. She nodded and took a deep breath.
"I'm ready." She smiled. I linked her and walked her up to the doors. As soon as the traditional music 'here comes the bride' came on we walked in and stepped to the music.
Inside of the church was beautifully decorated in light blues, silvers and whites. At the top end of the church near the flowering alter stood the vicar and Skye who was wearing a light blue tuxedo and had his hair covering one eye of his face. When we reached the top I placed Jill's hand into Skye's, winked and then stood to the side next to Jill. I looked into the crowd of people who most of them I knew from when I was little, and caught the attention of Vaughn who was sat nearer the back away from everyone. He wasn't paying attention to the happy couple but at me. He had taken off his cowboy hat and had patted his hair down so it didn't stick up as much but there was one little cow-flick that stuck up and made him look really cute. The vicar started the ceremony as I stood at the front looking at them awkwardly from the side for ages.
"Skye Jacobs. Do you take this woman, Jill Violet Edwards, to be your lawfully wedded wife?" He asked looking at Skye.
"I do" He replied grinning at Jill.
"Jill Violet Edwards. Do you take this man, Skye Jacobs, to be your lawfully wedded husband?" He asked turning to face Jill.
"I do" She blubbered as Skye slid the wedding ring onto her finger.
"Then I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride" The vicar announced. Jill reached up and kissed Skye as a round of applause and cheers broke out in the church. I smiled as I walked out in front of them and led them outside where a photographer was waiting. The guests were given confetti to throw over the newly wedded couple as a photo was taken. Vaughn managed to find his way to me and he wrapped his arms around my waist in the busy crowd. I turned to face him and hugged him.
"I didn't know she was getting married to him" He said but sneered the word 'him'. I looked at him and frowned.
"Who Skye?" I asked confused turning around to look at Skye who was glaring in our direction. "What's up with him?" I asked as I turned back to face Vaughn.
"Chelsea … that's my brother …"
Ooh can't have a wedding without a bit of drama ;) So I hope you enjoyed the wedding and preperations for it. Thanks again for reading and all the support you guys have given me over the past year. Stay tuned for the reception in the next update :) x