The Big Day(part 2)

Nanoha stood in front of a full length mirror admiring herself in her wedding dress. She ran her hands along the thin silk that hugged her body before slipping on the elbow length white gloves. Her hair was styled into a bun with a white rose hair pin holding it in place. Smiling at herself, she caught sight of the room door opening behind her. Fate slipped in and shut the door behind her. She was only half dressed; her dress wasn't zipped up, she was carrying her shoes in her hands, and her hair was a mess.

"Fate…are you ok?" Nanoha asked surprised to see her in such a state.

"Hey Nanoha. I'm just hiding from…well all of the guests."

"Come here sweetie," said Nanoha leading her over and sitting her down in a chair in front of the mirror.

Fate smiled. "You look amazing Nanoha. Really, that dress suits you perfectly."

"Thanks. Now you need to get yours on. Here, stand up."

Fate stood up while Nanoha zipped her dress up. "You know Nanoha…it's hard to believe that this is actually happening."

"I find it hard to believe that your hair is this messy. Sit down and let me fix it for you."

"Make it a neat little bun like yours."

Nanoha giggled. "Anything you want babe."

"Oh I'm saving that card for tonight," said Fate laughing.

"What did you have in mind?" Nanoha asked.

"I was thinking a really nice hotel, room service with anything we want, and a crazy amount of unbelievable sex all night until neither of us can move."

"And spend the rest of the next day sleeping it all off?"

"It's like you can read my mind." She smiled as Nanoha finished styling her hair and put in a similar looking rose hairpin.

"There you go."

She stood and planted a kiss on Nanoha's lips. "Thanks honey."

"So why are you hiding again?"

"Because I'm not usually one for big gatherings and stuff. I would have been happy with a small little ceremony."

"That's what this is Fate."

"Really? You sure we should have invited all of those people from work?" Fate asked.

"Well things would be awkward when we go back and they're pissed at us for NOT inviting them."

Fate smiled mischievously. "You're trying to get as many presents as possible aren't you?"

"Now Fate, just what kind of girl do you think I am?"

"Do you really want me to answer that?"

Nanoha shook her head. "Good point."

"Now go and be nice to our guests. Show them how beautiful you look in your dress."

Fate twirled around, her dress swaying with her movement. "I look even better out of it."

"Fate…," Nanoha groaned.

"Right, sorry. No more teasing today baby I promise. By the way what time is it?"

"It's 45 minutes till showtime," answered Nanoha.

"45 minutes until I become your beautiful wife?"

"Now you're getting it," said Nanoha with a laugh. "Love you Fate."

"Love you too babe. See you in 45." She winked at her before slipping out the door as quick as she had come in.

"God I love that silly blonde," Nanoha muttered to herself.

Fate headed outside into the area where final preparations were still being done for the ceremony. People were still setting up all of the chairs in front of the altar which was beautifully decorated with colorful flowers. Envisioning she and Nanoha there exchanging vows made her smile brightly until a hand on her shoulder pulled her back to reality. She whirled around to see Signum greeting her with a smile and two wine glasses full of the punch they were serving. She looked very good in her black dress. The simplicity suited her.

"Feeling nervous about your big day?" she asked chuckling slightly at Fate's reaction and handing her the other glass.

"Oh Sig you scared me. Kinda yeah I mean this is a really big deal. It's essentially the first day of the rest of our lives."

"That's understandable. I would be surprised if you weren't nervous. Where is Nanoha?"

"Still getting ready."

"I see. Well this is your special day. You'd better savor it."

"This has been 4 months of planning Signum. Nanoha has been on my ass the whole way. It's because of her that I got everything done."

"You mean with her asking you the same questions and reminding you everyday?"

"Exactly."

Signum took a sip from her glass and smiled at Fate warmly.

"Something on your mind?" asked Fate.

"I…was just thinking about how beautiful you look Fate."

"Sig…"

"I know, I know I just…I can't help it."

Fate put a hand on her shoulder. "It means a lot that you're here Sig. Really, I wouldn't have anyone else as my maid of honor."

"Thank you Fate."

"Sure thing," said Fate with a smile and raising her glass. "Now I have a little while left as a single woman so let's have a real drink and live it up for a bit!"

Signum held up her glass in agreement. "Cheers to that."

"Oh Nanoha?" Teana called out peeking into the room. Subaru peeked in behind her causing them both to topple over in the doorway.

"Nice to see you two enjoying yourselves," said Nanoha finishing up in front of the mirror.

Both girls got to their feet and shut the door. "We're sorry for barging in Nanoha. I tried to stop Teana but she's relentless," said Subaru.

"Oh shut up. I just wanted to see how she's holding up," snapped Teana.

"Holding up? You guys aren't worried about me are you?

"Well," Teana started but the words seemed to get caught in her throat.

"We know marriage is a big deal and all. Tea was saying how you might have cold feet or something and that we should try and ease your nervousness."

Nanoha let out a deep sigh. "Guys, I don't have cold feet. In fact I wish I didn't have to wait any longer. I want to marry Fate more than anything in the world. She…she IS my whole world."

"Wow. It's amazing how cool you are about all of this. If I were you I'd be freaking out." said Teana.

"I am," said Nanoha. "My nerves are going all over the place right now. I just have a good poker face is all."

All of them shared a good laugh and embraced each other in a big hug.

While they were sharing their tender moment, Hayate walked into the room smiling big. "Was I not invited to this friendship fest?"

All three turned to look at her. "Sorry Hayate it was kind of unexpected."

"That's ok. But Nanoha…it's time. All the guests are here and seated. Time to get married."

Nanoha looked back at her friends as if assuring them that she was fine. She then followed Hayate outside with Teana and Subaru in tow. Everyone they knew was there already and seated in the rows of chairs that were lined up in the very well decorated garden. Everyone turned to face them once they were in sight. Teana, Subaru, and Hayate each gave Nanoha one last hug before quickly taking their places next to the altar. She walked slowly down the aisle, glancing at everyone seated as she approached the altar. Looking up, her eyes locked with the deep reds of her lover. Fate was smiling warmly at her and gently took her hand as Nanoha stood in front of her. All of the chattering and small talk slowly died down as well as the music. It wasn't traditional but then again Nanoha and Fate were not ones for tradition. They simply stood staring at one another lovingly. Almost as if she could sense her nervousness, Fate lightly squeezed her hand which calmed her down. It seemed to do the same for her as well as Nanoha glanced down and noticed that Fate had stopped shuffling her feet so much.

"You ok?" she whispered.

Fate answered her without turning her head to face her. "I'll be ok."

Nanoha responded by taking a step closer to her allowing their shoulders to touch. This brought a smile to Fate's face as well as a blush. The two then stood silently as the minister spoke.

"Do you have the rings?"

"We do," Fate answered Vivio walked up behind them holding both rings on a small white cushion. She raised it up and Fate took them giving her wink before slipping one on Nanoha's finger. She did the same for Fate before they turned back to listen to the minister.

He eventually directed them to exchange vows. They turned to face each other and took out the small pieces of paper that they had each scribbled their vows on. Taking the initiative, Fate spoke first.

"Nanoha…when I first met you I had no idea we'd end up standing here in front of each other like this. I mean I thought you were kind of annoying at first to be honest. But the more I got to know you, the more you grew on me. You became my absolute best friend and pretty soon after that you became even more. I can honestly say now that I love you more than anything and to be standing here, getting ready to be joined in marriage with you is like a dream come true. And I mean that literally because I have dreamed about this." Her comment got a laugh from the crowd. "You and Vivio are the most important people in my life and I would be lost without you guys. I promise to do my best to be a good partner to you in our marriage and a good mother to Vivio from here on out."

Nanoha smiled from ear to ear. "Fate…you've been the best thing to happen to me in my entire life. I mean…you've become such a huge part of my life that I can't imagine it without you anymore. You're so strong and kind, not for me but for Vivio too. You're irreplaceable to both of us and we love you more than anything in the whole world. Now you're about to be my wife," Nanoha paused as she began to tear up a little. "This is the happiest moment of my life. I love you so much Fate and I promise to help you as much as I can along the journey of life."

The minister wore a warm smile on his face at the sight of the two lovers before him. After patiently waiting for them both to finish, he continued. "Now, do you Fate Harlaown, take Nanoha Takamachi to be your wife? In sickness and in health, in your happiest days and your darkest ones and promise to love, support, protect, and honor her until death finally forces you apart?"

Fate took Nanoha's hands in hers. "I do."

"Do you, Nanoha Takamachi, take Fate Harlaown to be your wife? In sickness and in health, in your happiest days and your darkest ones and promise to love, support, protect, and honor her until death finally forces you apart?"

"Of course I do," Nanoha said eagerly.

"Then by the power vested in me, I do now declare you to be joined in holy matrimony." He paused for a moment as they looked at him with eager stares. "Very well, you may kiss the bride!"

In almost a flash, Nanoha tossed the bouquet of flowers over her head and threw herself at Fate locking lips with her and nearly knocking her off of the altar. Fate threw her arms around her new wife embracing her as tight as she could. All of the guests stood cheering and clapping as loud as they could. Hayate could be seen balling tears of joy as she watched the two while Signum stood next to her gently patting her on the shoulder and smiling warmly at the new married couple. A few others were throwing flower petals around the area that closely resembled snow as they fell around the two lovers. But for Fate and Nanoha, nothing else existed at that time save for each other. They were in their own little world blissfully loving the feel of the other's body being so close. Finally they broke their kiss and stared into each other's eyes, their noses mere millimeters from touching.

"Fate…I…I don't know what to say."

"That's fine. You don't have to say anything Nanoha. Just let me kiss you again."

Nanoha smiled with tears beginning to stream down her face again. "Ok."

"Mama!" Vivio called out running up to both of them. She jumped into Nanoha's arms as she scooped her up.

"Hey baby," she said giving her light little kisses on the cheek.

"Hey kiddo," Fate said lightly patting her on the head. "By the way Nanoha I still want that second kiss."

She looked at Vivio and they both smiled. "How about double?"

"Hm?"

While still holding Vivio in her arms, Nanoha planted another kiss on Fate's cheek as Vivio did the same on the opposite one. Luckily the photographer snapped the shot at just the right moment, catching the beautiful moment with the new happy family.

I know this one took a while but I really tried to make as good as possible. There may be some details that are out of place but that's because this was first time ever doing a marriage scenario. I'm happy with the way it turned out though. I hope you guys enjoy it too and if you can, please comment and let me know how I did. I'm planning one more part to this one as well so be on the look out for it soon. Thanks again to all who read! I appreciate it!