Summary: Well folks this is it. Once again we have reached the end of the road. Another story from Ladycizzle finally complete. It has been a long but enjoyable road and I loved every minute of it. I would like to take the time out to thank everyone, and I mean everyone who reviewed, favorited, and signed up for author and story alerts. You guys are the best, especially you Jenny who sent me PM's about the update status of the story. You readers make me want to write because you guys being happy makes me happy. I don't know when I'll be posting another story again. I have a few in the works but I do know that this won't be my last time in this posting H50 fanfiction. Once again much love to all my readers, you guys rock, and without you I am nothing. Now go read this epilogue. Enjoy!
Disclaimer: This show, not mine and when I say not mine I mean I didn't create it and when I say I didn't create it I mean it was not my idea and when I say that, you get what I'm saying.
Author's Note: Since this is AU there are no spoilers. And just to let you all know this piece of work is being beta'd by the lovely Megan Mirs who is taking time to turn these words into a masterpiece. Megan you are awesome and I can't wait to work with you again. *Fingers Crossed*
Epilogue - The Start Of Something Wonderful
"Just one more picture please."
"Mom please, you've taken enough pictures," cried Danny as he straightened the imaginary creases in his tuxedo. He couldn't believe after five years he was finally marrying the love of his life. Two years ago, Steve kept true to his word and proposed to Danny. Danny didn't waste any time saying yes and soon the two were planning their wedding with the help of their family and friends.
After graduating high school, both Danny and Steve decided to stay in Hawaii to attend college. While Steve pursued a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Danny decided to get his Associates in Criminal Justice. Afterwards, he went to the police academy, graduated, and was currently an officer with HPD. Steve graduated, but ultimately decided to get a Master's in Chemistry. Now he worked as a T.A. while he went to school. The pair were busy trying to establish themselves in their careers, but made time for each other whenever possible, including planning a wedding.
Evelyn snapped another picture as she glared at her son. "Danny, would it kill you to indulge your mother a little bit? Her eldest child is marrying the guy he's been in love with for five years. You should be honored I want to document this tremendous occasion with an ample supply of pictures. I mean, after spending so many hours in labor delivering you, the least you can do is stand there and pose for a few pictures."
"Just let it go Danno, you won't win this fight," Katlin giggled as she fell down into the chair next to her mother.
Matt joined in. "Yeah dude, she brought up labor pains. No way can you win this argument."
"Laugh it up, but remember this will be you two one day."
Katlin immediately stopped laughing and turned to her brother with a glare. "I hate you."
Danny gave her wink. "Love you too sis."
Rolling her eyes, she smiled softly as she looked at him. "So, are you nervous?"
"Why should I be?" questioned Danny. "Today I get to marry the love of my life. After being together for five years, I get to stand in front of all the people I love and pledge my life to the one person who means the world to me. Why would I be nervous about that," Danny finished with a wide grin.
"Oh God, I think I'm going to be sick."
Matt gagged as well. "Right behind you sis," he choked out while smiling.
Katlin grinned playfully. "Seriously, who knew you were such a sap."
Danny glared at his siblings. "So much hate for the both of you right now," he hissed, straighten his tie.
"Come on Danno, you know we're just messing with you," smirked Katlin as both she and Matt wrapped their arms around Danny and held him close. "We are all very happy for both you and Steve and Dad would be too if he were here."
At the mention of his father, Danny leaned forward and gave Katlin a kiss on the forehead. "Thanks guys. I love you."
"We love you too," Katlin and Matt replied simultaneously.
Evelyn sniffed loudly as she raised the camera again and pointed it at her children. "That's it, don't move. Just one more picture, I swear."
This time Danny didn't argue. He stood in the middle of his siblings, his arms firmly around them, and smiled happily as his mother took a few more pictures.
A few doors down the hall, Steve let out another loud sigh as he gazed at the clock on the wall once more.
"Why is time going by so slow?" he whined unhappily, pacing the floor once more.
All the women in the room released a collective sigh as they watched the man pace. Finally Vivian stood up and placed her hand on her son's shoulder. "Would you calm down Steven?"
Steve groaned. "I would if time would simply speed up."
"And I thought Danny was the impatient one," Catherine whispered loud enough for everyone in the room to hear.
"I heard that."
Catherine smirked slyly. "You were meant too."
Vivian chuckled softly at the glare Steve was currently throwing at Catherine. "Seriously, honey, would you relax? The time will be here before you know it. You're just going to have to wait."
After releasing a loud growl, he let out a soft sigh. "Alright, fine."
"Good," replied Vivian, running her fingers through Steve's hair.
"Mom stop, my hair is fine."
"Yes it is. I'm so glad you got it cut for the wedding. You look so handsome."
"I looked good with my hair long," pouted Steve.
Once again the women in the room replied simultaneously, eyes shifting around the room. "Well-"
"What are you guys implying? You didn't like it when my hair was longer?"
"Honestly honey, I didn't," answered Vivian apologetically.
Catherine nodded in agreement. "I agree. Long hair on you makes you look cute, but you're way hotter with short hair."
"Why didn't you guys say anything before?" asked Steve.
Vivian shrugged. "Because it wasn't our place. As long as you and Danny liked it, then it was fine with the rest of us."
Mary snorted loudly. "Oh, Danny didn't like it," she snickered as she flopped down in one of the chairs next to Steve. "Why do you think he cut it?"
"Shut it Mare."
"Danny made you cut your hair?" Catherine asked and began laughing loudly when Steve remained silent. "Oh my god, you are so whipped," she grinned, punching him softly in the shoulder.
"Not even married yet and already being bossed around," Mary joined in. "It's not too late to back out bro if you don't want to spend the rest of your life being bossed around."
"Not a chance. There is nothing that would keep me from marrying Danny today."
"Sure about that?" asked Vivian.
Steve simply nodded. "I've never been so sure about anything in my life. Danny is everything to me. I can't wait to start my life with him. I just hope our marriage is half as good as you and dad's."
Reaching out, she pulled her son into a tight embrace, gently rubbing his back. "Wow, I do believe I've raised a good son."
"No mom, you've raised a great one."
"I sure have."
"So, how much longer until the wedding begins?"
"Thirty minutes," his mom answered.
This time it was Steve who fell down into one of the chairs as he let out another loud noise. "Oh man, thirty minutes," he pouted.
"Chill out Steve. You've waited this long to get married, what's thirty more minutes?"
After a few moments and multiple deep breaths, Steve gave everyone a happy smile. "You're right Cath, I can wait," he replied as he leaned back in the chair completely content.
"I couldn't wait."
Five minutes earlier Steve managed to send Danny a text using Mary's phone to meet him in the supply closet between their rooms. Danny luckily still had his phone and was able to sneak out of the room. Once Danny entered the small room, Steve immediately pulled his fiancé close and kissed him passionately.
"I can see that," Danny replied breathlessly as they pulled apart. "Someone is very happy to see me."
Steve laughed loudly, giving Danny another quick kiss. "You have no idea."
"Keep it down McGarrett," hissed Danny, swatting Steve's shoulder. "The last thing I want is to get caught by my mom. If that happens, I am totally withholding our honeymoon sex."
"Please," Steve smirked, rolling his eyes. "As if you would deny me sex tonight. Especially after not having any for an entire month because you wanted our wedding night to be special."
Danny groaned regrettably, banging his head gently against the door. "Don't remind me," he replied. "Worst idea I ever had."
"I totally agree. We should make a pact to never go that long without having sex, no matter how busy we are."
"Deal," grinned Danny as he wrapped a hand around Steve's neck and pulled him into another kiss. His smile slipped slightly when they pulled apart.
Steve immediately noticed. "Hey, you alright," he asked softly.
Danny let out a deep sigh. "We're doing a good thing right?"
"What do you mean?"
"Getting married, right now...today. We're doing the right thing aren't we?"
"Danny, I don't understand-" Steve began bewildered.
Danny quickly interrupted him, shaking his head slightly. "Look, you know I love you, but I'm slightly worried we're getting into something that will turn out to be way over our heads. We're twenty-one, just starting out with barely any life experience outside of each other, and I'm really worried that one day...that one day you're going to look back and regret this. I don't want you to regret me."
A few moments passed before Steve began to laugh loudly, shaking his head as he did so. "Believe me when I say Danny that will never happen."
Rolling his eyes Danny groaned. "Steven-"
But this time Steve interrupted him. "Daniel, listen to me," he demanded. "I love you so much the thought of not being with you kills me. My life would literally mean nothing without you and I don't want to wait another day to call you my husband. Please tell me you feel the same," he asked, pleadingly.
A warm feeling spread throughout Danny's entire body as he gave Steve a soft smile. "Of course I do you big goof. I wouldn't be here if I did, but I can't help feeling this way."
"Well, tell yourself to stop worrying because us, not being together, is not an option. I would die before I let that happen."
"You know if that statement came from anyone else, I would seriously be scared right now," smirked Danny playfully. "But coming from you, it's kind of hot."
Steve chuckled happily. "One of the reasons I love you, you can find the bright side in anything."
"I love you too. So, you ready to do this?"
"I've been waiting for this moment for five years. Of course I'm ready."
"Then let's go, time to make you Steven Williams-McGarrett."
Lifting up his wrists to show off the cuff links Danny had gotten him a few weeks after their engagement. They were the same as the ones he gave Danny a few years prior, except his were engraved with the initials SWM. "Lead the way Daniel Williams-McGarrett.
And there you have it folks. The end to this lovely story. I hope it was worth the wait and it left you feeling happy inside. This story had it all: Love, angst, fluff, mystery and all the other words I can't think of that made it fantastic. And most importantly it had you lovely readers supporting it. I said it before and I'll say it again. You guys are the best and thanks for reading. Until Next Time,
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LadyCizzle