AN: So I hope you enjoy. I may do another Sookie and Eric story. They are one of my favorite couples. I'm kind of in a Klaroline thing right now. :)

I own none of the characters in this fan fiction. They are based on the Sookie Stackhouse series. This story is located somewhere between "Dead as a Doornail" and "All Together Dead". It takes parts from the whole series, but there is a twist I promise. I was devastated when the author did away with the blood bond and ultimately ended the relationship which I think defined the series. This is very Team Eric / Sookie. This is rated M for sexual content and violence.

Chapter 16

Sookie was about to rush forward, remembering Rose, when Niall squeezed his hand and forcibly removed Roman's head from his body. She then stood back somewhat horrified at the violence. Niall turned to Eric who was in complete shock. "Niall, Roman is the head of the Authority." Niall snapped his fingers and the ash from Roman disappeared.

"Correction, Northman, he was the head of the Authority. Yes and he was acting without consent of the rest of the board. Rose is the head of the Authority now."

"Rose?" Sookie questioned.

"Yes, I met with her prior to my discussion with Roman. She understood that he had to die for his crimes against my family. Northman you will remain regent."

His recovery was indeed impressive. He didn't falter for a second as he turned around and looked at the scene around him. "I guess we should put this back together." Now that Roman was pretty much non-existent, Niall waved his hand as the party went back into full swing completely unaware that anything had transpired. Eric was dancing with Sookie, having replaced Roman as her partner. Sookie was looking around trying to see if anyone had noticed what had happened. It was if no one noticed or remembered.

Eric glanced out of the corner of his eye and saw Rose coming towards them. "Damn it!" He stopped in the middle of the dance floor and turned towards Rose. Her movements were definitive. She nodded towards an exit and then changed direction. Eric grabbed Sookie's arm and turned to follow Rose out the exit. He was really hoping he didn't have to deal with her tonight on top of everything else.

Before she could speak, "Rose, there was nothing I could do."

She put her hand up to stop him, "Eric. Please. I know. Niall explained everything to me. Roman had no idea he was up against the King of the Fairies." She looked at Sookie. "I'm sorry for what happened to you, even though it wasn't my decision, I went along with the plan. Roman was the love of my life. Niall uncovered his plan. The government has developed weapons to use against vampires. Roman's plan was to either synthesize Sookie's blood or use Sookie to walk in the sun and infiltrate the government and turn the highest offices in the government into vampires. Niall assured me that there are already people in place to protect the secrets of the supernatural. Roman's cause was ill conceived and dangerous and could have gotten many people killed. Niall has taken steps to have me put in Roman's place at the head of the Authority. I've also been sworn to secrecy. A vow I'm not likely to break with Niall as the keeper of that vow."

Sookie realized that she didn't know about the cure. Of course she wouldn't and she was happy to have that power.

"Eric, you will stay regent of Louisiana. Sookie has the protection of the Authority and you will not be challenged for her. I made that oath to Niall." Eric nodded. "You are both safe. I have no desire to bring the entirety of the fae realm down on the vampires. It would start a war that I'm sure none would survive."

Eric was very comfortable with this arrangement and shook Rose's hand before she departed with her guards. He turned to Sookie, "Well, lover, you are officially one of the most protected people in history. You have the Fea, the werewolves, the vampires…" he paused "….and of course me. Do you still want to marry me?"

Sookie threw her arms around his neck as she kissed him. "Eric Northman. I can't wait to be your wife. There's just one more thing we have to do."

"What is that lover?"

"Tell my brother that I'm vampire." Yes, that would definitely not go over well.

"So am I to assume by that statement, that you are definitely going to stay a vampire and be with me for eternity?"

"Eric there was never a choice. This was never about me choosing you or life. You are my life. It's nice to have that choice, but I honestly I don't need it. " A huge smile spread across his outrageously handsome face as he picked her up and spun around with her in his arms.

"Shall we go home?"

"Please. I love New Orleans, but I miss home. We have a wedding to plan and a hotel to build." Eric immediately took out his phone and dialed to arrange transportation. They headed straight to the hotel and packed. He looked at the funny little vial with the purple liquid in it.

There was a knock at the door. Sookie opened it to Pam. "So that was something." Sookie and Eric both started laughing, mostly from adrenaline. That was putting it mildly. "So…" she drawled "…I think I'll head back with you."

As they boarded the plane that evening, Sookie's mind filled with scenarios of them telling Jason she was a vampire and then dying at the hands of Eric when he went after him. For the first time, she thought of the wedding. She needed to start planning. It was truly the first time she put a lot of thought into the wedding. It felt good to just be a girl that was getting married, instead of the girl, who was turned by the Authority and being chased by enemies near and far. She was sure there would be time for that next week.

The next evening, they came to life in their own bed, made love and truly felt as if the world was finally where it should be.

The Wedding

He stood there nervously looking down the aisle, Pam stood beside him. The church was filled with werewolves, witches, humans…even a few Fae. For a second, the thought went through his mind that maybe she would change her mind. Shaking his head, he thought…why am I being so ridiculous?

The beautifully decorated pews lined with pink flowers and white candles. The music started filling the air and first down the aisle was Tara, who looked lovely but a little uncomfortable in the very frilly dress. The music changed to the Wedding March and Jason appeared there with Sookie on his arm. He sucked in what would have been a long breath had he needed to breath. She was a vision in white as she stood there. Her brother had not taken the news about her being a vampire very well, however, Sookie did finally manage to convince him that she was good with the decision. She decided not to tell anyone about the cure, as she didn't want information like that out there. He walked down the long aisle with Sookie and when he reached the end, the minister asked "Who gives this woman?",to which Jason grimaced ever so slightly before saying "I give this woman."

When he stepped forward to receive Sookie's hand, it was truly the happiest day of his very long life. He knew the day he met her that he would spend his entire existence in love with her and many years later and struggles that were unbelievable, they had made it to this point together. He smiled as he thought…True love really does always win.