Week 4 of the Ship Til You Drop Competition - Regulus/Marlene
Regulus stiffened as he watched the bride walk down the aisle with elegance and grace that would make any man fall head over heels. She wore a stunning smile, showcasing her perfect white teeth and plump crimson lips. Her wedding dress fit the curves of her body perfectly, the shimmering bodice hugging her waist. Her russet hair feel down in gorgeous waves to her back. Regulus could feel his heart hammering as he straightened up on the aisle and prepared himself for the day's event.
Marlene could feel tears forming in her eyes with every step she took towards the aisle, where she could see him standing. She met her Mum and Dad in the middle, hugging them shakily and smiling at them. She saw everyone around her, her friends, family, former professors and collegues surrounding her as they gathered in the church to witness her day to be a woman of the House of Black.
Regulus met her eyes as she reached the center of the aisle, giving her an encouraging smile.
The ceremony went on traditionally, with additional Pureblood vows in their speeches. Regulus wish nothing more for the ceremony to end-he couldn't bear to watch it anymore.
The groom said his vows and Regulus felt like a ticking time bomb. When it was time for the bride's vows, all he could do was stand and watch.
"Do you, Marlene McKinnon, take Sirius Orion as your lawfully wedded husband?"
"I-I do."
"You may now kiss the bride." The priest announced, and everybody was so busy cheering the newlyweds that not one noticed the best man exiting the church with tear stains on his cheeks. One could only hold much, after all.