A/N: I came to a conclusion, Wednesdays have the most interesting chapters…and well, this is no exception. Thank you for your kind reviews and we will see on Friday for the next update…that of course if I don't come and give you a surprise chapter bonus Enjoy!
Divinity: Chapter thirty three.
The day nobody seemed to believe was here, after a long time, two souls were about to join their lives forever. Today, Gaia and Eros were about to start a new life together. A week has passed quickly and the wedding of the year was taking place today.
In the goddess's room, where several maids helping her get ready, Aurea first prepared her a special bath with red, yellow and pink rose petals, some drops of jasmine oil and milk to soften her skin and give her a special flower scent.
After Gaia took her bath, she came out of the bathroom in a white silk robe. Three girls were waiting for her next to her vanity to start styling her raven hair. They started combing her long hair and started to style up in a loose half ponytail, some sections of it was in soft curls and hid the pins to secure her style, a yellow diamond incrusted comb was placed at the back of her loose hairdo to complete the style.
Another girl, started to do her makeup. She applied some iridescent pearl and gold loose shadow to her entire eyelids and lined her lash line with a charcoal color giving emphasis to her golden green eyes, her lashes were so long and dark and her eyebrows so defined that they gave a magical air to them; her skin was so light and fair it could easily be compared with porcelain, her cheeks were given a soft peach color and her pouty lips were tainted apple red.
Gaia turned to see her Aurea and smiled.
"Your eyes are so beautiful My Lady" Aurea said.
"Thank you Aurea, thank you girls" Gaia said.
"It's time to put on your dress My Lady"
In another room, Prince Eros was getting ready as well, he was putting on his formal attire, a dark blue military styled uniform with golden buttons, he wore a red sache with his medals of honor and the one that showed his range. On his back a dark blue with red cape. His black boots well polished and his hair styled back.
He was finishing putting his medals in place when one fell to the ground.
"Nervous?" asked Leonidas who was also wearing his formal uniform, a charcoal colored uniform, his medals showing on the left side of his military jacket. A cape in the same color and well polished black boots that reached his knees just like the one's Eros was wearing.
Eros chuckled. "Believe it or not, I am nervous"
"Why?" Leonidas asked while he helped Eros with the thin chains that connected his sache to his range medals.
"Because I'm getting married to a Goddess"
"You're marrying a Goddess Eros…you lucky dog!"
"I can't believe this moment is really happening"
"Come on, it's a moment you two have been waiting for so long… she gave her life as Dea because she loves you and you stayed by her side all the time. You deserve to be happy" Leonidas finished arranging the medals and stepped back.
"I will do anything in my power to make her happy" Eros smiled softly.
"I don't doubt it"
The young maids helped Gaia put on her wedding gown carefully. One of them arranged the back of it while other put some jasmine oil behind her ears for a special touch.
Aurea came in with a crystal case.
"Your new crown My Lady" she said.
They placed the veil with the crown on the top of her head with extremely care to keep her hairdo untouched.
They let fall her long veil settle on her back.
The maids one by one started to walk towards the large mirror in the room with an excited expression. Gaia turned her face and followed them.
She walked slowly to the mirror and could not believe what she saw.
Her dress was made with the finest silk and lace in an ivory color, it had sheer sleeves that reached her forearms, exposing her shoulders. The upper part of the dress had golden embroidery; her waist was tight hugging the soft curves of her body followed by a long skirt. A soft golden ribbon decorated her back, her skirt was so long and fluffy that hid her ivory very high heels. On her head a delicate golden crown with encrusted diamonds where a long lace veil fell with grace.
Her makeup was perfectly done, and her water drop shaped diamond earrings glimpsed in the soft light of the room that filtered the soft cream veil curtains. On her right wrist she wore the bracelet Eros gave her a week ago.
While watching her reflection in the mirror she thought how much her mother would have liked to be here with her at this time.
"I'm getting married mother…I wish you could see me. I miss you." She thought.
"Is everything alright My Lady?" Aurea asked.
Gaia turned to see her and smiled. "Yes, I'm fine. Could you…call Obelix for me Aurea. I wish to talk to him"
"Certainly My Lady" she motioned the rest of the girls to leave the room with her, since their work was finally done, leaving a thoughtful Gaia in the room.
She turned to look herself back in the mirror and tears threatened to fall.
"Don't cry little friend, you'll ruin your beautiful face"
Gaia's eyes widened recognizing that voice and turned to find Queen Serenity near the open window.
"Serenity" Gaia smiled.
"I always knew you were going to be a gorgeous bride" Serenity said.
"I can't believe you came"
"I would never have forgiven myself for missing my best friend's wedding"
"Serenity, I have missed you so much!" Gaia walked towards her friend and hugged her.
Tears started to fall from Serenity's eyes when she hugged her friend. "I have missed you too so much"
They parted. "Were you this nervous on your wedding day?" Gaia asked.
"I was terrified, but at the same time I was thrilled" Serenity said.
"If only my parents were here as well…how are they, have you heard of them?"
"They're…still hurt. Your father became a very isolated man…and your mother keeps him company all the time. But they are alone most of the time…" Serenity said with sadness.
"And…Ares?" Gaia asked.
"He's…" Serenity trailed off.
"He's what Serenity?"
"He's another reason why I'm here my dear friend. To warn you"
"He can't stand the fact that you are no longer with us… he is… very angry at the terran prince. I know I have no right to be telling you all this on your wedding day…it's supposed to be a happy day but under the circumstances… I needed to tell you this right away" Serenity's lavender eyes showed concern.
"And I thank you for it" Gaia hold her friend's hand.
"Have you heard anything from Metallia?" Gaia asked.
"She has been very quiet these days… but I take extra caution on everything. I can't let her do more harm" Serenity said.
"I sensed a strong energy the other night" Gaia commented.
"Please, Gaia, be careful…I'll do everything in my power to keep you safe" Serenity said.
Gaia smiled.
"He loves you, right?" Serenity asked.
"Yes. Very much"
The door opened revealing a shocked priest looking at her princess with her best friend.
"Queen Serenity" he bowed.
"Obelix" she smiled"Stand up dear priest. You don't need to bow before me"
"What a…" Obelix didn't finish what he was about to say when he saw his princess with detail.
"Doesn't she look beyond beautiful?" Serenity asked him.
"Beautiful" he said.
"My time is coming to its end…I must say goodbye for now…" Serenity said.
"Thank you…for coming" Gaia said with teary eyes.
Serenity turned to see Obelix. "Take good care of her"
"With all my heart, always" the priest said.
"I wish you the best, you have my blessings. Be happy my dear little friend for you are with the man you love" Serenity smiled.
"Thank you…" Gaia breathed softly.
A silver aura covered the lunar goddess's body disappearing before their eyes seconds later.
"You look beautiful" Obelix smiled.
Minutes later, Aurea entered the room and bowed.
"It's time…"
