Chapter 45: The Moment
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A/N: The song I used in this chapter is Kelly Clarkson- A moment like this.
Six months.
That's how much time had passed since Nicholas died and it seemed like ever since his evilness had disappeared. The pack had a good time to relax in bond, and share news.
Cora being the first when she announced she was pregnant.
Stiles didn't know who was happier, Michael the father to be who was smiling from ear to ear about the news, Or Derek and Peter who had pulled Cora and Michael into a bear hug, placing sloppy kisses on Cora cheeks making her laugh.
The pack soon joined in on the hug, congratulations was given to the expecting couple.
After getting Samantha enrolled in Beacon Hills High as Junior, Marco was able to get a job as personal trainer which he really liked and was good at, and even bought a house. Lindsay moved in with him and Samantha a few months later after the fell madly in love with each other.
Speaking of home when the pack had all returned to Beacon Hills from visiting Seattle. Derek had pulled Michael aside and asked him to help expand the manor so that they can have more room.
The twins, Scotty, and Christina after the summer was over started was enrolled in at Beacon Hills High as freshman.
When Coach Finstock found out he made it his mission to recruit the young pack and their friends to join a sport he was ecstatic when they agreed easily.
Junior had made the varsity baseball, and basketball team being one of the few freshmen.
Scotty of coursed joined the lacrosse team, and varsity soccer team.
Amber and Christina joined Cheerleading/dance team. Amber also did softball, and Christina joined the girls swim team.
The only sport they all did together was track.
They also had Allison as their fourth period English teacher.
Yeah life was good for the Hale pack.
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It was the soft knocking out on the door that brought Stiles out of her thoughts, and her attention going to Lydia opening the door.
The banshee smiles. "John" she said opening the door wider for the sheriff.
"Lydia" John smiles after entering the room to see all the women doing last minute preparations. "Ladies"
There are chorus of hellos from the group of women.
John eyes roam around the room until they land on the one person he came to see. "Stiles"
John heart may or may not have stop after landing on Stiles, because standing in front of him was his daughter standing in her wedding dress. "You look...beautiful" he's said his blue eyes glistening with tears.
Stiles dress was a white Sophia Tolli gown. It was simultaneously angelic and sensual, with a slimming side draped lace A-line which was simply elegant. Delicate hand-beading highlights. The strapless sweetheart neckline had a matching beaded brooch adorns the side hip. A sweep train and a back corset closure that completes the gown. Her hair fell down into loose wavy curls, with simple water proof mascara that brought out the color of her eyes, and for her lips she wore a clear color lip balm. The diamond necklace Derek had given to her on Valentine's Day went great with the diamond earrings she borrowed from Lydia.
You would never know, six months ago Stiles had just had a baby.
Stiles gives her dad a watery smile. "Thanks Daddy" her eyes glistening with tears too. "You look handsome" She stated after taking in her dad appearance in his black tux, with the red vest, red tie, and red handkerchief that folded in the pocket of the tux.
John and Stiles hug. "I wish mom could be here."
"Me too" John said. "I'm pretty sure she's here in spirit."
"Hey! You two break it up" Lydia said breaking the father and daughter apart. "We don't need her crying before the vows."
The sheriff and daughter reluctantly pulled away from each other. John looked around the room again at the women all in their bridesmaid dresses.
Lydia, Erica, Allison, Monica, and Lindsay dresses were a hunter green strapless, tea length dress. The accessories each bridesmaid had a Red Teardrop Rhinestone Silver Plated Link Bangle Bracelet, with the Rose Red Teardrop Shape Swarovski Crystal/Sterling Silver Necklace.
Amber, Lizzie (Lydia niece if you forgot), Kayla junior bridesmaid dresses were an A-line short satin red strapless dress with a custom made green beaded band that goes around the waistline. Their accessories were similar to the bridesmaid jewelry except the color was green instead of red.
Alisha being the flower girl her dress was a white floor length dress. The trim and the sash on the dress was red, and she too had the same accessories as the bridesmaids.
"You nervous" John asked.
Stiles smiles, shaking her head. "No, more anxious than anything."
"Well in a few more minutes you will be Mrs. Derek Hale"
The smile seem to get bigger and wider on Stiles face. She was finally about to have everything she wanted, It may not be Christmas for another two weeks, but to Stiles Christmas was already here and she would soon be surround by her family and friends. "I like the sound of that."
John let out a good hearted laugh.
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Derek was nervous.
Not nervous like something bad was going to happen, or cold feet nervous. (Which would be a bad time to get cold feet since he was already standing front and center in the Church.) His nervousness was mostly do for anticipation of having Stiles as his wife.
The Church was Stiles choice. This was the church John and Claudia got married in when they were in their earlier twenties. Stiles always said she would get married in the same church her parents got married in.
No one even dare tried to change her mind. Not even Lydia or Erica, even knew he had more to do with Stiles feeling close to her mom.
Stiles only wanted two things for her wedding, to pick her venue, and her wedding dress.
"You ready man?" Malcolm asked, walking over to Derek. "You look like your about to pass out."
"Yeah" Derek said tapping his finger repeatedly on his leg. "I mean no...Yes I'm ready…no I'm not about to pass out"
"Okay" Malcolm said holding back a smile. "Just remember to speak from your heart when you do your vows okay."
Derek nods. "I will" with that said the blonde witch gave the alpha a pat on the back, before he walk off and started taking pictures of the guest, seeing as he was the photographer.
Not even a minute later did Pastor Smith approach Derek. "You ready son."
Derek smiled up at the pastor. "Yes Sir."
Pastor Smith smiles. "Good" he said before walking to his in front of the podium, letting everyone know it's time to start.
Derek sees Christina stand from her seat up in the choir as she makes her way to the microphone in the same dress he knows all the junior bridesmaids are wearing. He sees Junior friends Jared and Sam with their guitars standing near the section where the usually church band would be. Junior friend Bobby was position behind the drums.
"Why pay for a band two to five thousand dollars when we have our own little band in the making" Erica had pointed out when they started planning Stiles and Derek wedding. So after getting Junior to ask his friend to play at the wedding and they agreed they ask Christina could sing for Stiles entrance. Junior would sing at the reception for Stiles and Derek first dance, they Danny and Scotty would hooked up the speakers to someone's iPod, or phone and dance to the music from there.
So after months of practice they would finally get to perform. Jared started with the first couple of strings of the guitar, followed by Sam then finally Christina singing. (A/N: If you want to this is where you can play the song along with the story, or just read.)
What if I told you it was all meant to be
Would you believe me
Would you agree
It's almost that feelin'
We've met before
So tell me that you don't think I'm crazy
When I tell you love has come here now
As she sings Lydia and Jackson make their way down the aisle arm in arm. Jackson and the other groomsmen wearing a similar black suit like Derek. The vest, tie, and handkerchief in the jacket pocket is red, as for Derek who's wearing green making his eyes standout even more. As they get to the first pew in the church they stop to let Malcolm take their picture, before Lydia goes to the left, and Jackson the right.
A moment like this
Some people wait a lifetime
For a moment like this
Some people search forever
For that one special kiss
Ohh, I can't believe it's happening to me
Some people wait a lifetime
For a moment like this
Danny and Lindsay come down next. Malcolm smiles seeing his boyfriend and sister walk down the aisle together ready to take their pictures.
The last two adults were Scott and Allison, as they were the best man and maid of honor. After taking their pictures Allison took her position in front of the banshee, Scott standing behind Derek.
As she goes into the second verse Bobby starts to play the drums.
Everything changes
But beauty remains
Something so tender
I can't explain
Well I maybe dreamin'
But 'till I awake
Can we make this dream last forever
And I'll cherish all the love we share
Amber and Scotty walk down the aisle. Scotty and the other teen boys walking with the junior bridesmaids have black suits and like Derek the green vest, tie, and handkerchief. Amber smiles at her dad before facing Malcolm to take her picture then goes to stand behind Lindsay, and Scotty behind Danny.
Next behind them are Lucas and his cousin Lizzie. They make their way down to take their pictures and then head to their position.
A moment like this
Some people wait a lifetime
For a moment like this
Some people search forever
For that one special kiss
Ohh, I can't believe it's happening to me
Some people wait a lifetime
For a moment like this
Junior and his friend Kayla are the last two teens to come down the aisle. Everyone could see the uncanny resembles between father and son, now doubt that Junior would look like his dad even more as he got older.
Could this be the greatest love of all...
I wanna know that you will catch me when I fall...
So let me tell you this...
As she sings the bridge of the song, Alisha walks down the aisle dropping little red flowers in her place. Patrick following behind her with a small square pillow that holds the rings.
Christina and Pastor Smith motion for everyone to stand knowing it's time for the bride to make her entrance.
Some people wait a lifetime
As Christina continue the song the choir joined in with the remaining of the chorus, while Stiles walked down the aisle.
Stiles looked around at all the guest that was here on her wedding day. She saw people that she grew up with, old classmates, and teachers. She even seen people from Seattle besides Kayla, Sam, and their parents.
She seen Parrish in one of the middle pews with his wife Amy and their six year old daughter Kimberly. Lydia sister Juliet and her husband Timothy were sitting next to them. She saw some of her co-workers, Deaton and his sister Morrell. Jared parents Kyle and Bethany were standing next to Bobby parents Connie and Jonathan Smith (no relation to Pastor Smith)
Across on the right side stood Diana and Drew and Diana's father and two older brothers. Stiles meet them a few days ago when they flew in from Texas for the wedding. She saw Derek business partner Jay and his family of four, and some of Derek employees. A five months pregnant Cora and Michael were sitting in the first pew with Peter who was holding a now six months old Jasmine. Her curious cinnamon brown eyes looking around at all what going on. Chris Argent was also sitting on Derek side holding his granddaughter.
Getting halfway down the aisle Stiles finally looked at the bridal party. The women looked flawless, absolutely beautiful. The men looked like they just stepped out of GQ magazine. They looked handsome in their suits.
After looking at her pack her eyes finally land on Derek. If she didn't think Derek could look even sexier than he already was she was not prepare for this. She'd seen Derek in a suit before, a couple times over the last year but today he looks better than ever.
Derek eyes were locked on Stiles eyes as she made her way to him. The dazed and slightly ajar lips on the Alpha wolf face let Stiles knew she picked the right dress. She almost laughed when Scott places his hand on Derek shoulder and the older wolf slightly jump, she smiles instead at his nervousness.
Derek face change quickly from shock to a huge smile as he sees Stiles smile.
As Stiles and John approach Derek he walks over to take the father and daughter. John pulls Derek into a hug. "Take care of my daughter, son." He whispers in Derek ears before pulling away and placing a kiss on Stiles cheek, before going to sit next to Melissa.
"You looking" Derek voice is deep and a little husky as his eyes rake over Stiles once more "Breathtaking"
"Thanks" Stiles smiles feeling the blush rising on her face. "You look very sexy too."
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"Derek and Stiles have decided to write their own vows today, So Stiles ladies first." Pastor Smith said.
Stiles took a deep breath looking into Derek green eyes before she spoke. "Derek" she smiles, her eyes already glistening with tears. "Who knew that I would find the man of my dreams at just sixteen years old" she closes her eyes briefly as a tear fall down her face. Derek reaches out to wipe the tear away, Stiles leans into his touch as her eyes opens and she continues. "True we didn't start off on the right foot, you know with having my dad arrest you" Stiles and the guest laugh ", but over the years we had gotten to know each other. I began to see your walls come down piece by piece, and you began to show us the real you that you hide behind that stony expression. Derek you have one of the biggest hearts I have ever seen, you're passionate and protective when it comes to your family, and I know you would do any and everything in your power to keep us safe, just as I will do." Stiles voice starts to falter from the emotions inside of her. "So" she said reaching out to take Derek hands in hers, looking up into his eyes. "Today Derek…Sebastian Hale…Senior…I promise to love you from today till the day I die, which will be when we're all grey and wrinkle sitting in our rocking chair looking at our grandkids and great grandkids playing out in the yard" Junior and Amber both scuff at that little hint. "I will make it my mission to keep your heart from being shattered and taken advantage of anymore." Derek squeeze Stiles hands as his eyes shine with tears. "I promise to be your sanctuary of warmth, and peace and to never go to sleep mad at you or without telling you I love you." The tears were running down Stiles face nonstop now. "To be your voice when you have no words, your strength when you are weak, and your anchor to keep you stable in those dark times. I love you Derek Hale and that will never change."
Stiles looks back at Pastor Smith letting him know she's done, taking her for her word he motions Derek to go.
Still holding Stiles hand in his he smiles. "Stiles" his voice comes out strong and deep surprisingly, because inside he shaking with his emotions. "You know I'm not a man of many words, but of action, so when you came up with the idea to write our vows I'm not going to lie I was nervous." Stiles gives him a reassuring smile to continue. ", but as I began to write I couldn't stop and before I knew it was surrounded with pages of vows. Stiles that's the thing about you, you make anyone fall in love with you, you make us want to be better." Derek voice begins to shake as he continues "I want to be better for you Stiles, I love how you don't see how beautiful you truly are, not just on the outside, but the inside too. You truly are the best out of us two and I'm just happy that you would choose to be with someone as messed up as me." Derek ignores the look Stiles gives him. "You promised to be my anchor throw the dark times, but I can honestly tell you I'm never going there again. Yes, I will always miss my family, but I can't dwell on that anymore, they wouldn't want that. They would want me to be move on be the best husband, and father I can to you and our three amazing children." The tears that has been in gathering in Derek green eyes finally fall. "I promise Stiles to treat you like the queen you are. To cater to each and every need you desire. Never take you for granted. Be your equal in every decision we make together. I will listen dutifully to you when you have one of your rants" Derek and the guest laugh at Stiles when she glares at her soon to be husband. "I vow to kiss you every morning when I wake, and before we go to sleep. I thank God for you Stiles and I will make sure we grow old, and gray together to see our grandchildren and great grandchildren running around in the front yard."
"That was beautiful" Pastor Smith said giving both adults a smile. "Now the rings" Patrick walks over to Derek and Stiles with the pillow. "Derek please take the ring and place it on Stiles finger." Derek does as the Pastor says. "Now repeat after me. I Derek Sebastian Hale Senior give you Gemin Rosealee Stilinski this ring as an eternal symbol of my love and commitment to you."
"I Derek Sebastian Hale Senior give you Gemin Rosealee Stilinski this ring" he places the ring on her ring finger, before looking at Stiles with a huge smile "as an eternal symbol of my love and commitment to you."
"Stiles" Pastor Smith nods at her to take the ring in her hand and repeats the same actions.
"I Gemin Rosealee Stilinski give you Derek Sebastian Hale Senior this ring" she then places the sliver ring on Derek fingers "as an eternal symbol of my love and commitment to you."
Stiles could feel the anticipation building up knowing what was coming next, she could see it in Derek eyes he was feeling it to.
"By the power vested in me by the State of California, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride-oh" Before the 'bride' could leave the pastor mouth Derek had pulled Stiles into a deep, passionate kiss. Stiles arms hooked around Derek neck as he continued to kiss her, both oblivious to the cheering and clapping from their friends and family.
After they finally stop kissing they turn to face the guest, both having matching ear to ear smiles plastered on their faces. "I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Derek Hale!" Pastor Smith announced getting another round of applause from the wedding party and guest.
Derek gives Stiles another kiss. "How do you feel Mrs. Hale?"
Stiles smiles up at her husband. "I'm feeling great Mr. Hale."
A/N:
I FINALLY DONE WITH THIS STORY I CAN'T BELIEVE IT I ENKOYED IT. HOPE YOU ALL DID.
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I'VE ALREADY STARTED WRITING THE SEQUEL THAT'S GOING TO BE FOCUSING ON THE PACK TEENAGERS. IT'S GOING TO BE CALLED EVERYTHING AS CHANGED IT WILL BE UPLOADED Monday IN HONOR OF THE SEASON FINALE.
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