Chuck VS A Heart Torn Chapter 46: Wedding at The White House Part II, a chuck fanfic

A/N Ignore the dates on the invite. That's the date of the actual wedding. It takes place right after Casey's award on April 15th. I picked that date because that's when the Cherry Blossoms are in bloom. Time is irrelevant in my story; things happen when they happen.

Now this part may upset some of you. This chapter is meant to be interactive. If you're on Facebook, you can go to The Chuck Book Club: Lord Rapier where you'll find pictures of places and people I describe. You will also find the music I cite.

Now, don't get too upset. If you're not on Facebook, you'll still enjoy the story in full. It's just a little added Visual and audio enhancement. In any case I hope you all enjoy this chapter as Charah heads into a new phase of their relationship.

Oh yeah, no attacks on the White House by enemy agents. This chapter is a celebration.

A Heart Torn

A Charah Tale

By Lord Rapier

Guided and edited by CLiffM

Chapter 46:

Wedding at The White House (Part 2)

The Reception

The White House, The State Dining Room,

The menus on the long-arced table and dais tell everyone that Master Chief Child went all out. He thought of everything including menu items for the kids.

A gilded menu explains what's to come in an Old English font.

Your Table

Your table settings are made up with gifts from many nations.

The tablecloths and napkins are fine cotton linen, gifted by the people of Egypt.

Your dinnerware is fine porcelain dishes, given to the White House as a gift from the people of China.

The utensils are gold alloy, gifts to the people of the United States from Mikhail Gorbachev.

The crystal a gift from Austria.

The paper plates and cups with pictures of fairies and unicorns

are gifts from the Eleven people of the Magic Forest.

On each table along with the dinner settings is a center piece of Gardenias and roses. They fill the room with a heavenly fragrance.

Gardenia is a fragrant flower, producing one of the most beloved scents in the garden world. The centerpieces on your table come from the warm humid temperatures of our southern coastal states. They're Sarah's Favorite.

The roses were selected from the White House Rose Garden by the First Lady herself. She chose buds that haven't flowered yet. So that their color would highlight the white of the gardenias but would not compete with their scent.

The Menu

All food items and ingredients are sourced from farms in the United States.

There is a plate of fresh baked dinner rolls and whipped butter.

The wheat is ground from hard red winter wheat grown in Texas.

The whipped butter is from Amish farms in Pennsylvania.

Your entrees (Please let your server know your preference)

Chateaubriand, cooked to order, Grain fed beef from Iowa.

Coq Au Vin, Chicken organically raised in Georgia,

prepared in a Napa Valley California wine reduction.

Grilled Cauliflower Steaks (Vegan) Grown in Arizona.

Chicken fingers and French-fried Idaho potatoes with ketchup.

Fried to a golden-brown crispy finish. Sized for small hands.

Your Accompaniments

Steamed Asparagus (vegan) Grown on a small family-owned farm in Michigan.

With or without hollandaise sauce (not vegan).

Halved Long Island Brussel Sprouts, braised in olive oil (vegan) ,

with sour cream on the side.

Fresh spring salad (vegan). With assorted dressings available.

Grown in the First Lady's White House Garden.

Rosemary Baked Baby Red Potatoes (Vegan).

From the Red River Valley, in North Dakota

Corn on the cob (Vegan) From Iowa.

Your Beverage Choices:

A peppery Pinot with a stable on the label and a stork on the cork

A Simple California Chardonnay

Various soft drinks and juice boxes

The guests have all meandered into the dining room. They're milling around enjoying a drink. Some, greeting others they haven't had a chance to chat with yet. Echo team is making sure that Zondra, Gretchen, and Julie are well protected and attended to. Everyone is raving about the ceremony and Chuck and Sarah's vows. Casey's singing is a popular topic of discussion.

Casey looks at his watch. "Grimes where the hell is your nerd twin, go find him. These people are hungry and damn it, I've got a Costa Gravas cigar, and I can't smoke the damn thing in here."

Alex pats him on the shoulder, "Dad, relax. Morgan needs to help me keep an eye on the twins and Sarah is probably giving Chuck his wedding present." She gives Casey a wink and a knowing smile. Casey looks at her and grunts. "UGH!"

As if on cue, Adam, the wedding singer steps up to the microphone. "Ladies and gentlemen, I've just been told that our guests of honor will be here momentarily." He looks at the double doors and a page waves. "Ladies and gentlemen, Allow me to introduce, Charles and Sarah Bartowski."

The doors open and Chuck and Sarah walk in dressed as Han Solo and Princess Leia. Everyone applauds as they enter. Morgan cries out. "May the force be with you." Soon everyone is yelling it out.

Chuck waves to the yelling crowd and escorts Sarah to the dance floor. He turns and bows. "Mrs. Bartowski, may I have this dance."

Sarah curtseys, "It would be my pleasure Mr. Bartowski." Chuck takes Sarah in his arms and the music starts.

Chuck leads and Sarah follows. He whispers in her ear. "Listen to the words Baby, it's about us." Sarah nods, her head is on his shoulder

Isn't life strange?
A turn of the page
Can read like before
Can we ask for more?
Each day passes by
How hard man will try?
The sea will not wait
You know it makes me want to cry, cry, cry

Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love
Wished I could be in your eyes
Looking back, there you were and here we are

Chuck steps back taking Sarah's hand in his he twirls her around. Her skirt flairs out revealing her well-formed legs ending in the white boots with stiletto heels. He draws her back in and stares into her eyes. "I'm the luckiest man in this or any other galaxy." Sarah sighs and lays her head on his chest.

Isn't love strange?
A word we arrange
With no thought or care
Maker of despair
Each breath that we breathe
With love we must weave
To make us as one
You know it makes me want to cry, cry, cry

Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love
Wished I could be in your eyes
Looking back, there you were and here we are

Chuck holds Sarah close. As they sway to the music Sarah looks up and catches Chuck's eyes with hers. "Baby, I'm going to spend the rest of my life appreciating you. Our heart is finally whole. The only crying you'll be doing because of me, are tears of joy, I promise. Chuck… thank you for loving me."

Isn't life strange?
A turn of the page
A book without light
Unless with love we write
To throw it away
To lose just a day
The quicksand of time
You know it makes me want to cry, cry, cry

Slowly others come on to the dance floor. Molly and Clara are dancing with the twins. Morgan takes Alex in his arms and holds her close. "Alex Grimes, I love you. You changed my life. You took an immature man-child and made me into a husband and father."

Alex squeezes him tight. "Morgan, you did that. I just gave you the opportunity. I married you because you're a good man. I had your children because I knew you would be a good and loving father. You have never disappointed me or the boys. The truth is you taught me how to play. I'm glad that all that spy nonsense is over. I've never had one day of regret since our wedding day."

Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love
Wished I could be in your eyes
Looking back, there you were

Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love

An older couple talks as they dance across the floor. A very dapper Roan Montgomery speaks to the short woman dressed in a military uniform. "Diane Beckman, we've waited long enough. Marry me."

"Roan Montgomery, are you insane? You know I work for The President. I have no idea where my duties will take me."

Roan thinks a moment. "That's true, but I still have my clearance. I'm going to retire, and where you go, I go. General Beckman, I love you, marry me."

"Roan, are you sure it's not the wedding and champagne talking?"

"Damn it Diane, Marry me."

Beckman looks up at the man who stands more than a full head taller than her and smiles. "Okay but keep it to yourself. This is Chuck and Sarah's day. I'm not going to steal their moment."

Roan bends his head and kisses his fiancé. "Deal, I don't care who knows. As long as it happens soon." Beckman rests her head against his chest as they continue their dance.

The music picks up with a faster tempo. Two backup singers join the wedding singer.

As Chuck twirls Sarah around the floor he sings to her.

"Makes me feel good
Now I can see
It takes more than one to give
The life we need

I can't think why (Can't think why I never thought)
I never thought of this before (Of this before; Now I know)
Now I know what it means to me (What it means to me)
To share (To share, share all my love)
To share my love (To share, share all my love with you)"

Sarah throws her head back laughing and shouts. "I love this man."

She pulls herself in close to her husband. "Baby, I never knew how much music would mean to me. Another gift you've give me."

Chuck smiles as he takes Sarah's hand and twirls her.

He feels a tap on his shoulder. "Step aside nerd, the Marines have landed."

Chuck pops Tall and mock salutes. "Aye, aye General. She's all yours… temporarily."

Casey nods and grunts, "Don't worry Boss, you won't be lonely." Casey points to a line of ladies waiting to dance with Chuck. Mary Bartowski is first up.

Chuck hugs her and he smiles as he feels her tighten up, not used to the intimacy. "Glad you made it Mom."

"Chuck, I've missed enough of your life. Job or no job, I'm your mother. I'm glad you found Sarah. She's a wonderful woman and perfect for you. I'm very glad you made a change in your life. No mother could be prouder than I am of you and Eleanor." There's a tap on Mary's shoulder.

Emma smiles, "Mind if I share our son?"

"You know New Bartowski, before Alex came into my life…" he grunts.

Sarah hugs him hard. "I love you too John. I appreciate that Alex is willing to share her dad with me. Relax, you don't have to talk, we can just dance. However, you do know we expect a toast later." Casey growls.

An authoritative voice barks from behind Casey. "Major General Casey… Atten hut." Casey pops tall.

Frank takes Sarah in his arms. "Nice to know there's still someone who can't say no to me. You're dismissed General." Casey smiles, does a short bow towards Sarah, and walks away.

Now that I know (Can't think why I never thought)
I found the answer for myself (Of this before; Now I know)
What a day it would be for me (What it means to me)
To share (To share, share all my love)
To share your love (To share, share all my love with you)

I can't think why (Can't think why I never thought)
I never thought of this before (Of this before; Now I know)

"Tell me Sarah, are you happy?"

Sarah gives him a big smile. "I'll will tell you Frank. I can't think of a time I was happier. Thank you for this beautiful wedding, and your masterful officiating. You got my vote."

Frank laughs as he dips Sarah. "I'm glad to hear that. I guess I can tell Joyce she won't need that divorce attorney." Sarah laughs as he pulls her up. "That Chuck is a lucky man to have landed you, beautiful, intelligent and a great dancer. He's to be envied, even if he did threaten to kick my ass again."

Sarah stops dancing and looks Frank in the eye. "When, what happened? Was it about Ellie?"

Frank starts dancing again. "Mmmm hmmm, about an hour ago. He reminded me that messing with his family may not work out well for me. Sarah, I'm not a politician all the time. I'm just a man. I make mistakes. Joyce and I love you, both of you. I hope you'll keep us in your lives."

Sarah stretches up and kisses his cheek, "You're being silly. You can count on it. We're gonna need a onesie that says my other Grandpa is the President."

Frank scowls, "Grandpa? You meant to say uncle, right?"

Sarah laughs, "Oh yeah, my mistake."

There's a tap on Frank's shoulder, "Excuse me Mr. President, it's the Best Man's turn."

"Mr. Grimes I will gladly step aside for a hero. Thank you, Mrs. Bartowski, for a splendid dance. I believe I'll seek out your sister-in-law. Seems I owe her an apology."

Morgan takes Sarah in his arms. "Sarah, you make an absolutely gorgeous Princess Leia. I mean you're no Lt. Uhura. But I know you made my buddy happy."

Sarah laughs, "I understand you met our friend Jim Kirk. Was it good for you?"

Morgan sighs, It was the best. He's a really good guy. I mean I know he's not really Captain Kirk. But still… don't tell Alex I said it, but it's still the best wedding story ever. I'm not sure it's fair that you guys got two fantasy weddings…but I'm really happy for you. Not many people know this, but even though he was only a little older than me, Chuck was my dad, when I didn't have one."

Sarah smiles and hugs him. " Maybe we can put something together for your tenth anniversary. Morgan, I owe you big time. You've been there for my Chuck, forever. You died to save us. We're very fortunate to have you in our lives. I can't wait for you and the twins to watch Star Wars with our kids."

Morgan puts on a Yoda voice. "Soon My pleasure it will be, to teach Klingon to young Bartowski padawans."

Sarah laughs, "You know I have no idea what you just said. But I'm guessing Chuck would know."

Now I know what it means to me (What it means to me)
To share (To share, share all my love)
To share my love (To share, share all my love with you)

Now that I know (Can't think why I never thought)
I found the answer for myself (Of this before; Now I know)
What a day it would be for me (What it means to me)
To share (To share, share all my love)

Chuck dances his Mother-in-law across the floor. He dips her and twirls her. He pulls her in close to him. Emma is breathing hard, "Oh my! I wasn't expecting Fred Astaire. Lord knows I'm no Ginger Rogers."

Chuck smiles as he dances, "Yeah, but Ginger Rogers never made a woman like our Sarah."

Emma smiles, "Thank you Chuck. You're Mom does good work as well. Sarah tells me you're going to be disappearing for your honeymoon. Please be careful, there are a lot of dangerous places. You're Charles Bartowski, not Charles Townsend you know. No Angels to look out for you."

Chuck smiles a knowing smile. "I'll be careful Mom. I wouldn't let us get into a situation where Sarah could get hurt."

To share your love (To share, share all my love with you)

Now I know why (Can't think why I never thought)
I found the answer for myself (Of this before; Now I know)
What a day it would be for me (What it means to me)

"Dr. Woodcomb I wonder if I might have the pleasure of this dance."

Ellie gives Frank the stink eye. "I promise I'll be good. I merely want to apologize for my previous boorish behavior."

Devon speaks softly, "Go on Babe, give him a thrill."

Ellie puts her arms out and Frank takes her in a respectful dance hold. "I am sorry Ellie. I would never want to hurt you. Everything I said about your research is true. I admire your work. I respect you. I promise I will never pressure you again. Your brother made sure I knew how displeased he was."

"It's okay Frank, you're forgiven. Chuck explained where you were coming from. I know you weren't trying to upset me. I'm honored that the president read my papers and found them interesting. Perhaps at some point in the future we can discuss cerebral health in our country."

"I'd like that, let me know when you're ready."

To share (To share, share all my love)
To share your love (To share, share all my love with you)

Makes me feel good
(To share, share my love)
(To share, share my love) I found the answer for myself

Casey spins Julie across the floor. He feels a tap on his shoulder. "Forgetting someone Marine?" Zondra puts her arms out and the three of them dance the floor. "Rizzo, you, and Julie are perhaps the most unforgettable women I know. Except for maybe one other." He sighs. "But I see no need to dwell on fantasies when I have two dreams in my arms. I'll see you ladies in my room later. I'd better dance with General Beckman. Protocol and all." Julie and Zondra continue the dance together.

(To share, share my love)
(To share, share my love)
(To share, share my love)
(To share, share my love)
(To share, share my love)
(To share, share my love)
(To share, share my love)
(To share, share my love)

The song ends and Chuck thanks Emma. He walks over and speaks quietly to Adam. Adam nods and turns to give instructions to his band. Their name, The Sandlers, is written across the bass drum. Chuck strolls over to Ellie. "Hey Frank mind if I steal my sister?"

"She's all yours Chuck, thank you Ellie, for the dance and the forgiveness." He steps away.

"Hi Sis, how ya doing?"

Ellie smiles, "I'm okay Little brother, no need to worry, Frank apologized."

Chuck puts on a big toothy grin, "What, me worry? You must be mad." The band plays a couple of notes. "I came to ask my special girl for a dance. May I have the pleasure." He bows and extends his hand.

Ellie takes his hand, "The pleasure would be all mine, handsome sir." The music starts in earnest and Chuck takes Ellie in his arms. He moves her onto the dance floor as the singer starts his song.

I've got sunshine on a cloudy day
When it's cold outside
I've got the month of May
I guess you'd say
What can make me feel this way

My girl, my girl, my girl
Talkin' 'bout my girl
My girl

"Oh Chuck, this song should be for Sarah, She's your special girl now."

"Uh, uh Sis You'll always be my special girl"

I've got so much honey
The bees envy me
I've got a sweeter song
Than the birds in the trees
Well, I guess you'd say
What can make me feel this way

My girl, my girl, my girl
Talkin' 'bout my girl
My girl
Ohh ohh
Hey hey hey

Hey hey hey
Oh yeah

Sarah steps up and joins the two dancing. "Ellie, I owe you a debt I can never repay. You raised the most marvelous man in the world. You're my special girl too"

Ellie starts to cry, "Here I was, jealous of you. I was worried that I was losing my little brother, instead I got a wonderful little sister."

Clara steps onto the dance floor and tugs on Chuck's pants. He scoops her up to join the group. "I thought I was your girl Uncle Chuck."

Chuck kisses her cheek, "Absolutely Clara Doll. Your Uncle Chuck is a very lucky man. He has lots of special girls. But you're my only special niece." The foursome continues to dance to the music.

I don't need no money, fortune, or fame
I've got all the riches baby one man can claim
Well I guess you'd say
What can make me feel this way

My girl, my girl, my girl

Emma walks up with Molly. "Hey, don't forget us Big Brother. You told me I was your girl."

Chuck laughs, "For sure, you're my special little sister."

Zondra , Gretchen, Joyce, and Mary push their way in. Suddenly a chair appears, and Chuck is pushed into it. The women in his life form a circle around him and keep dancing. The singer stops singing and the women pick up the song.

I've got sunshine on a cloudy day
When it's cold outside
I've got the month of May
I guess you'd say
What can make me feel this way

My guy, my guy, my guy
Talkin' 'bout my special guy
My guy

Chuck's face turns beet red as they dance around him singing. He reaches out and pulls Sarah into his lap. "This is so embarrassing."

Sarah smiles and puts her hand on his cheek. "It's just our way of saying thank you for loving us and everything you've done for us." Sarah joins the singing.

The wedding singer looks at the circle and signals to his band. He speaks into the microphone. "All right gentlemen, let's get up on the dance floor, it's time to join the ladies for the Hora." The band breaks into Hāvā Nāgīlā, (it means, Let us rejoice. It's a Jewish folk song. Traditionally sung at celebrations, such as weddings.) Everyone dances in a big circle around the newlyweds.

Sarah laughs, "This is what happens when you hire a Jewish wedding singer."

He shrugs, "Momma recommended him." Chuck's eyes go wide, "Was that John who just danced past us?"

Sarah looks over his shoulder, "Holy cow, it sure was." The two of them crack up laughing. "Who would have imagined? He's full of surprises. You know Hon, he would never have done any of this, the singing, the dancing… until he was Bartowskied."

"Bartowskied? So I'm a verb now."

Sarah laughs. "I guess so, but you're still my special guy, my Chuck."

Chuck whispers something in Sarah's ear she nods, and they both get up. The walk to the large circle of people surrounding them. Chuck pulls Joyce out and Sarah gets Frank. The four of them dance in a smaller circle inside the larger one. Sarah speaks loudly to be heard over the music. "Joyce, I want to tell you how beautiful our wedding is. The tables are splendid. I love my flowers. You've planned and executed the perfect mission. Thank you so much."

Chuck adds, "Truly folks. I'm overwhelmed by what you've done for us. It's incredibly gorgeous."

Sarah leans in, "Your husband wants to be Uncle Frank, Does Aunt Joyce work for you?"

Joyce gives Frank a cross look. "Hell no, I'm Grandma Joyce, He's Grandpa Frank. Or he can be Uncle who sleeps on the couch. His choice."

They all laugh. Frank shakes his head. "Seems like the Commander-in-Chief's chief, has made our decision."

Chuck puts all of them in for a hug while still dancing. "I don't care what our kids call you as long as they get to hug you."

The music stops and the singer announces. "Ladies and Gentlemen, dinner is served."

Finally sitting down to eat Chuck picks up the menu and shows it to Sarah. He's acting very proud as he puts it in front of her. "Check that out, there it is."

Sarah looks at the menu then stares at him quizzically. "Yes Hon, it's a very nice menu. Julian really put it all out there for us. I think I'll have the steak, how about you?"

"Sarah, I helped Julian with this menu."

She takes a sip of wine, "Yes Sweetheart, I already said it's very nice. Why don't you have the chicken, so we can taste both?"

"Sarah, don't you get it. I finally did it. I picked a font, I have a plan. All it took was marrying the best woman in the world."

"Thank you, Chuck. It's very nice, I'm glad I could help. Now can we eat, I'm starving."

Dejected Chuck slumps in his chair and mumbles "But I picked a font." Sarah orders a steak for her and the Coq au Vin for him.

Sarah cuts bits of the steak and feeds Chuck. The assembled loved ones, who notice, laugh. Chuck feeds Sarah the chicken. "Um Sarah these meals are delish. Those potatoes are like from your hometown."

Sarah stares, "My hometown? I'm not from North Dakota."

Chuck shakes his head as he feeds her a piece of potato. "Uh, uh, I meant your real hometown, Heaven. After all you are an angel."

Sarah smiles, "I didn't realize the steak came with cheese." Chuck laughs.

Sarah stands up and taps her glass to get everyone's attention. "I hope everyone is enjoying their meal. Frank, Joyce would you please stand up. For those who slept through the ceremony, the people standing right now are, our friends, the President, and First Lady of the United States. In case you thought this feast was at taxpayer expense, you're wrong. This magnificent affair was a wedding present from the first couple. Thank you" Sarah applauds, the rest of the party joins her.

They wave in acknowledgement and start to sit. Sarah stops them. "Don't you dare sit. I'm not done with you yet." The crowd laughs. "OOOOHHH, it's fun ordering the leader of the free world around. Joyce I can see why you're always so happy." Everyone laughs.

With the support and input of, please stand when I call your name, my Matrons of honor, Ellie, and Alex. Also my ladies in waiting Beatrice, Gretchen, and Zondra. The First Lady created and orchestrated this incredibly gorgeous affair. The President himself created the ceremony and, much to our surprise, got our good friend John Casey to sing for us."

Chuck stands and hold his glass up. "A toast to the people in our lives who came together to celebrate this special moment with us. We love you all, even Casey." Casey grunts as everyone raises their glasses to the toast. Someone starts tapping their glass. Sarah dips Chuck and kisses him hard while everyone claps and cheers.

Chuck stands up, "Whoa, that's what I call a kiss. But wait we're not done yet. "He looks around, "Where is he?"

Sarah smiles, "Where do you think he is? John, please have Julian join us."

Casey stands up and in a loud bellowing voice, "Master Chief Child, front and center."

The word is passed from waiter to waiter until the kitchen door swings open, and a flustered Julian enters the room. "What? I have a cake to decorate."

Casey gives him a shocked look. "Echo team, detain that man for insubordination, that's no way to talk to a General."

Echo team surrounds a shocked Julian and drags him to the center of the room. Casey eyes him up and down. "In the absence of a mast, hoist him on your shoulders." Julian looks freaked out as he's lifted and held in place on the shoulders of six strong Seals.

"Mr. President, I present to you the perpetrator. A Master Chief who created a masterpiece of culinary art, that could only be accomplished by a master chef. Then as witnessed by this room filled with people stuffed to the gills with those delicious foods, he did in fact, act in a disrespectful manner to a superior officer."

Frank walks around to stand next to Casey. "He rubs his chin in thought. Suddenly he looks up. "There is only one punishment that fits this crime. This man will be forced to endure… I'm hesitant to be so cruel to a man I respect so much. Here is your punishment. You will hear the cheers of those who appreciate your skills." He yells, "Hip, hip, Hooray." He raises his hands and starts to clap. As the rest of the guests join in the cheer, filling the room with the sounds of joy and thanks. Echo team tosses him in the air, then catching him. Up and down, up, and down.

Sarah whispers something in Chuck's ear, he smiles and nods. She walks over to stand next to Casey and Frank. Chuck raises his hands. The crowd quiets. "People. I'm sorry, it would seem that my lovely bride has decided that Master Chief Child has not yet suffered enough. She will be adding an additional punishment of her own design. Gentlemen please return the prisoner to the floor for his last bit of penance."

The Seal team lowers Julian to the floor. Sarah takes his face in her hands and kisses him. His eyes go wide, and his hands fly out to the sides in surprise. She hugs him, then releases him and sharply says. "Let that be a lesson to you." The guests all laugh.

Chuck raises his hands again to quiet everyone, "Does the condemned man have anything to say before he's banished to the galley?"

Julian looks around at the people in the room. "Someone get me a glass." A glass of wine is pushed into his hand. "I wish I could tell you all; what Chuck, Sarah, and I can't leave General Casey out, mean to me. But I have an aversion to being shot at dawn.

This has been a labor of love for me. Thank you for appreciating my effort. A toast to two of the best people I know. May your marriage and lives be filled with fair seas and following winds." He raises his glass to the newlyweds and takes a sip.

"Now, I willingly accept my exile to the galley, where I will be putting the finishing touches on the wedding cake. A design chosen by the bride herself. I'm hoping you'll enjoy it as much as you enjoyed your meal. If you do, I will submit myself for further punishment by Mrs. Bartowski, and any other ladies who feel I deserve it." The crowd laughs and Sarah kisses him again. "Julian, Thank you. You've been wonderful to us." Master Chief waves to the guests and heads off to the galley.

The Toasts

Morgan, Alex, and the twins

Morgan stands up, holding MJ, "As the Best Man it's my duty to offer the first toast to the bride and groom. Chuck Bartowski was, and is, the best friend a boy or man could have. He worked hard to keep me out of trouble. I worked harder to get into trouble, but he was always there to pull me out.

When Sarah came into our lives, I thought; for sure she was going to play Yoko and break up Han and Chewie. Little did I know she would be The Princess Leia that would cement the team together. They're Auntie and Uncle to my boys, Brother and sister to me and my wife. And to our never-ending amusement, an ongoing source of irritation to our dad." Casey grunts and the guests laugh. Morgan raises his glass. "To Mr. and Mrs. Bartowski, May the Force be with you The guests respond, "May the Force be with you."

Alex stands with LJ on her arm and raises her glass, "It's hard to add to what Morgan has said. Chuck, Sarah, you are, without any question, the best brother and sister an only child could have. I love you both with all my heart. MJ, LJ, do you love Uncle Chuck and Auntie Sarah?" Both boys wiggle to get down.

Once on the floor they run to Chuck and Sarah and climb in their laps. They hug them and kiss them. Then sit on their laps, and in unison say, "Yes Mommy."

Alex smiles, "nuff said." Tears run down the Bartowskis cheeks as they hug their nephews.

Casey

Casey stands and turns to face the guests. He nods his head and grunts. First let me thank you all for being there for me this morning. Mr. President thank you for the recognition. It's been my privilege to serve under you.

Now on to the guests of honor.

In my time I've served with many brave, intelligent, men of honor." He turns to face the groom. "With no reservation I can say, when I met this man, Chuck Bartowski, he was the biggest pain in the ass I'd ever met." The room breaks into laughter.

"Bartowski, is the only man I've ever met who made hemorrhoids seem like fun." The guests laugh harder.

"Then Walker got in the mix, I'll bet you think I was going to say she made him easier to deal with. Wrong! She was as a big a pain as he was." More laughter.

"But something happened over time, they made each other better, hell they made me better. Thanks to them I have my daughter back. The second biggest pain became my son." More laughter. "I should mention that he's grown on me. Now I have the two finest future marines as grandsons." Alex gives him a dirty look. "Seems that my daughter might not agree with that prediction. But, Hey, a leatherneck can dream.

Now to the newlyweds. I work with the finest people I know. They're two of my three partners. I know they have my back, and the backs of the ones I love. They are, without question, the bravest individuals I've ever met. Both of them are people of honor and integrity. The two traits I admire most in people. No one, especially New Bartowski, would argue with me when I say, he's the most intelligent person I know. I work with two people I respect, and I'm proud to call one Boss. May your marriage be filled with joy. To The Boss and Chuck, Semper Fidelis." He raises his glass. The guests cheer "Semper Fidelis."

Chuck's eyes go wide, then a huge smile appears on his face as he shakes his head. Sarah cracks up laughing with the other members of CI.

Beckman

Diane Beckman stands up. All I'm going to add is that General Casey was right. Except, they're both still pains in my ass." She pauses to wait for the laughter to subside. "But I also have to add that they're my favorite pains. Nobody deserves happiness more than you two. Congratulations, please lose my number." The guests laugh.

Mrs. Sawyer

Mrs. Sawyer stands up. "I have to agree with Mr. Casey. Working at CI has been an honor and a privilege. It's gotten much better since we got a boss who isn't an old sourpuss. Sarah, you saved that man's life. In the years before you came back, I never saw one smile, not one. Now he walks around like he's floating on air with a gorgeous twinkle in his eye. To Mr. and Mrs. Bartowski, may your lives be long, filled with happiness and lots of little Bartowski's who call me Grandma Bea.

The crowd cheers, "To Chuck and Sarah and little Bartowskis."

Casey gasps, "Oh God, there's going to be more of them."

Gretchen

"Gretchen stands up, that's right Johnny, I'm gonna be Aunt Gretchen to lots and lots of little Bartowski's. So suck it up marine. Sarah what can I say about the best partner a girl could have. I'll just say; you're the best. Chuck, Boss, you gave me the most loving, caring, ass kicking a girl could have. You saved me. Thank you. I wish you both all the happiness that you can handle and a spoonful more. I love you both. Congratulations."

The guests raise their glasses and yell, "Congratulations."

Zondra

"Aunt Z here. For the record he kicked my ass too. Don't get uptight, I had it coming, I took the first swing. But he was kind to me, he never laid a hand on me. Of course he never let me lay a hand on him either.

Straight truth, when I first met that guy, I hated him with every fiber of my being. Now, I can't think of anyone else I would want my best friend married to. She deserves only the best, and she got him. Sarah, make sure you leave him to me in your will." The guests laugh. "I love you both. Please, take care of each other." She raises her glass. "Whatever path you choose going forward, I will always have your backs. To only good things on your path." The guests respond, "To only good things."

Jim Kirk

"My apologies Sir for speaking the truth. Just so everyone knows. I beat out the President, I married them first. So, I've already had my say on this subject." He raises his glass. "You're both superheroes in my book. Once again, with all my heart, live long and prosper." The guests echo his toast.

Seeley Booth

What do you say to two people who demand your respect without asking for it. In my previous job I was surrounded by the bravest people on earth. In this room I'm surrounded by the best of them. These two outshine them by miles. Chuck I'm glad you didn't have to kick my ass. Sarah, I'm glad I didn't have to shoot you." Chuck, Sarah, Casey, Jim Kirk, and Echo team crack up laughing. "To the Colonel and the Blonde Terror. I wish you long happy lives. Always remember if you ever need us, Echo Team has your back." The military members in the room yell out "HOO RAH."

Frank and Joyce

Frank stands up, his glass raised. "I've had my say. I'm going to let Joyce speak for us now. I know, shocking, a politician who admits he's said enough." The guests laugh. "To two of the finest people I know. May you have long, happy, healthy lives."

Joyce stands and kisses Frank on his cheek. "Thank you, Sweetheart. My husband may joke about his ability to talk incessantly, without end, going on and on… OY! Okay he's not joking." Frank shakes his head and smiles as the guests laugh.

"I need to be very clear, there is no joking about these two young people. He was dead on when he said they're two fine people. I don't know half of what these two have accomplished, that's above my clearance. What I am quite clear on is their effect on my family. Since they entered our lives, my family has grown closer, more open, more loving. You may ask me how they accomplished that… the answer is I don't know. It just happened.

Emma, we have to thank you for this wonderful woman that has entered our lives. I can't begin to tell you the joy I had in planning this wedding with her. When you entered the picture, I got to plan with you as well. That's when I learned where she got her sweet, thoughtful temperament from. I can't fail to mention Molly and Clara I'm not sure I've met sweeter more polite little girls. Clearly the women in the Bartowski clan are exceptional."

Chuck, you need to know, I've gotten to spend some time with your mother as well. Yet another Bartowski woman of accomplishment. I don't think I've met a woman prouder of her son and daughter.

What I want to tell you is about Sarah. Her focus was your happiness. Will Chuck like this or that? Will that make him happy? I want Chuck to be happy. You should all know Sarah wanted the theme for her wedding to be Star Wars, to please her man." The guests gasp. "It took a room full of women to walk her back. Well, half walk her back." The guests laugh.

"Sarah, you need to know that anytime Chuck was approached about the wedding his answer was always the same. Give Sarah whatever she wants, I want her to be happy. Pressing him was useless. All he wanted was your happiness.

I finally got an answer when I kept pushing, but Chuck what will make you happy? When he answered, I'm not sure I've ever seen a smile that big in my life. He said, "I already have everything I want for my wedding. Sarah is my bride."

Emma, Mary, you are two very lucky women. Thank you for sharing that luck with us in the form of Chuck and Sarah. To the newlyweds, I don't have to wish you luck or happiness or love. I know you'll grant those things to each other. Instead I will ask that you stay in our lives. Keep sharing your love with us. Allow us to be there for you when you need us. Allow us to enjoy you when you don't. Let us be family." She raises her glass. "To family. Family that happens, family found, and family created out of love." The guests echo "To family."

Mary

"I guess it's my turn. I wish I could take credit for my children's accomplishments. I can't. I wasn't around when they were growing up. I made the poor choice to allow my service to country be more important than my family. I won't make that same mistake with my grandchildren."

Clara yells out, "I love you, Mimi."

Mary lets loose with a heavy sigh and wipes away a tear. "Mimi loves you too Clara. I said I couldn't take credit. It doesn't mean I'm not proud as hell. Ellie, worked her way through med school to become a doctor, an expert in her field, to marry a wonderful man.

Chuck… what can I say. I wasn't there to take care of you, yet you're taking care of me. What a fine man you've become. A businessman, with wonderful loyal friends. I'm not embarrassed to mention one of them is my boss, The President.

Of all the things I'm proud of Chuck, I'm most pleased with your taste in women. You chose a wonderful partner for yourself. She's lovely, intelligent, brave, and caring. I'm so delighted with my two wonderful daughters, Ellie, and Sarah. I want to crow." She raises her glass. "I may not have been there for you in the past. However you have my word that I will be there for you in the future. To our future as a family." The guests respond, "To the future."

Emma, Molly

Emma helps Molly to stand on a chair and holds her tightly. She holds up a paper cup covered in unicorns and fairies. "I love my big sister and she brought me the best big brother ever. Also the best cousins and aunts and uncles and grandmas and grandpa. I love you both." She raises her cup then takes a sip of juice as the guests cheer.

Emma hugs Molly and kisses her. "I'm not much for speaking, plus Molly said it all. Chuck, you have brought nothing but love to our family. I have no doubt that you love my daughter and will protect and care for her. To be honest I'm a little concerned about all these women you've beat up, but I'm assuming that's an inside joke."

"Thank you for inviting us into your family and allowing us to share your love." She raises her glass. "May your love bring you joy in the good times and sustain you through the rough times." The guests call out "To your love." Gretchen and Zondra rush over to reassure her as soon as she's done talking.

Ellie, Devon, Clara

Devon stands up. "Bro, things started out rough for you. By the time I met you, things were looking bleak. Sometimes getting you out of bed was a chore. That job you had… no wonder you were depressed. You were working with morons. No offense Morgan, there were some exceptions. Look at you now, A successful businessman with your own company. You have the second most beautiful woman in the world as your wife. Your sister is the first, of course.

With all that, you want to know the most important thing I know about you. You're the finest, most wonderful uncle. Clara adores you. It's not because you give her stuff, although you do spoil her. No, it's because she can see you. She knows that you're a loving caring man, who will always be there for her. She also knows you'll be a good dad for her future cousins.

But I gotta tell you Bro, the best move you ever made was picking that lady sitting next to you. Like I told that guy years ago. I'm a cardio-thoracic surgeon. I know what makes the heart pump. Sarah makes your heart pump strong. Looking forward to getting together in the gym." He raises his glass, "To strong hearts and long lives."

Clara yanks on Devon's pants, "Daddy help me up like Molly was." Devon picks Clara up and helps her stand on a chair, holding her for safety. "Daddy, how come so many people are saying nice things about Auntie Sarah and Uncle Chuck? Don't they already know how nice they are?"

Devon nods. "They know Sweetheart, but they want your aunt and uncle to know they know."

Clara nods, "OOOOHHH, okay. Auntie Sarah, Uncle Chuck, you're the best ever. I love you. Mommy said that you got married again so I can have new cousins. I love the cousins you already got for me. Molly is my best friend forever, and I love our tea parties with MJ and LJ. I love you lots, please come to my house soon for a tea party with Beauty." Sarah wipes a tear from her eye and squeezes Chuck's hand.

Ellie stands up and kisses Clara. "That was very beautiful Clara, Mommy is very proud of you. Let me help you sit down now. I don't want you to fall."

After helping Clara to sit, Ellie stands and stares at Chuck and Sarah. Moments pass… she shrugs and wipes tears from her cheeks. "What am I supposed to say? We had it rough as kids. I won't lie, I was worried about you. Things got better when you got your scholarship for Stanford. Then something awful happened. You were betrayed by your best friend. I know my brother. You would never cheat. Not only because you don't have to, but because you wouldn't.

I just recently learned more about how you two met. I gotta say you beat some hellacious odds. I also gotta say you beat them soundly. Emma, You don't have to worry. My brother would give up his life before he would harm Sarah or allow harm to come to her. Charles Irving Bartowski is the most loving, caring, gentle man I know. He loves with a great heart. I'm very proud of you little brother, you've become the man I always knew you would be.

Sarah, I have to give you credit. When you entered our lives, he was the man Devon described, sullen, depressed, he had given up on himself. Chuck said it in his vows. You taught him who he could be and stuck by him as he grew into it. Okay, I admit it. Our path has not always been smooth. I didn't like watching chuck in pain. Yes, I was jealous, you were taking my place as the person Chuck turned to." Ellie smiles, "You stuck by me too. You refused to give up on us. You showed me that you would protect my brother with everything you have. You even protected him from me."

Ellie raises her glass. "To the best brother and sister a woman could have. I love you both. May your lives and marriage be filled with love, happiness, and bliss."

Sarah

The guests sit quiet after Ellie's toast. Sarah stands, "Well I guess it's my turn. Whew, what am I supposed to say after all of that. Thank you all. I love how Alex said it. An only child couldn't have better sisters or brother. Casey, you have been so much to me, so very much. You all surrounded and supported me with so much love and caring. I had no idea how to deal with that, but you were patient and waited for me to catch up.

Mom, no need to worry, the stuff they were talking about was all about training. Chuck would never hurt me." She giggles, "Although there was that one time, he put me over his knee..."

Chuck covers his face with his hands, "OH GOD!" the guests laugh.

"…I deserved it, I said something that brings really bad mojo. What happened after was lots of fun." Chuck keeps his face covered as the room is filled with more laughter.

"Chuck, I hope I made myself clear in my vows. You are the finest man I've ever met. When I didn't have you in my life, I was half a person. My darling, my wonderful Chuck. To quote one of the many movies you introduced me to 'You complete me'. By the way, you had me at Vicki Vale, Vicki Vale. Thank you for loving me. Thank you for marrying me." She turns to the guests and sighs. "You are the finest group of people any woman can call family and friends. Thank you for being here. Thank you for loving us. May you all live long healthy lives so you can be with us to celebrate our fiftieth anniversary. Cheers to you all." The guests all say, "To fifty."

Chuck

Chuck stands puts his arm around Sarah's waist and kisses her. "I honestly thought this would never happen. That Sarah Walker would finally consent to be my bride. Then to top it off, to be surrounded by family and friends, as I marry the love of my life. All of you are people I love and respect.

Ellie, Devon, I never would have gotten here without you. You never gave up on me. Even when I gave up on myself.

We've been so fortunate, been given so much." He stops and looks around at each person. "I'm so blessed; we're so blessed." Sarah smiles and kisses his cheek.

"Thank you all so much for your love and support. I have only one more person I need to thank. Adam, hit it." He turns to face Sarah the music begins, and he starts to sing.

You fill up my senses
Like a night in a forest
Like the mountains in springtime
Like a walk in the rain
Like a storm in the desert
Like a sleepy blue ocean
You fill up my senses
Come fill me again

Sarah's hand goes to her throat and her tears start to flow. Chuck drops to one knee and takes her hand as he continues to sing.

Come let me love you

Let me give my life to you
Let me drown in your laughter
Let me die in your arms
Let me lay down beside you
Let me always be with you
Come let me love you
Come love me again

Let me give my life to you
Come let me love you
Come love me again

Sarah mouths the words, "I love you." Then pulls Chuck up on his feet.

You fill up my senses
Like a night in a forest
Like the mountains in springtime
Like a walk in the rain
Like a storm in the desert
Like a sleepy blue ocean
You fill up my senses
Come fill me again

The music ends and Chuck looks into Sarah's eyes. "Sarah Lisa Bartowski, Thank you, for loving me, for marrying me, for being the woman that you are. He raises his glass. I toast to a long and happy life with the most magnificent woman ever created."

"Every time I think I can't possibly love you more, you prove me wrong." Sarah reaches up and pulls Chuck's face down to kiss him as the guests all applaud and cheer.

The cake

The cheering stops when the kitchen doors open. Julian comes into the room supervising a group of men in Chef's garb. "Ruin that cake and I'll have your heads."

The men in unison respond, "Yes Chef."

The wedding singer announces, "Ladies and gentlemen, THE CAKE."

"Come on love of my life, let's cut the cake." Sarah wraps her arms around Chuck's arm as they walk towards the group of men.

Chuck's eyes go wide. "FRAK ME! It's the Millennium Falcon." He turns picking Sarah up in the air. "Who has the best wife ever? Me I do."

Sarah is laughing with abandon, looking down at him, "Do you like it Baby? It's the chocolate cake with cherry filling like you wanted. The marzipan topping is there too. I just changed the design a little."

He lowers her until her face is in front of his. "I love it… and the cake too." He kisses her as if they were alone. They don't hear the applause.

Sarah taps Chuck on the shoulder, "Um Hon, we're not alone."

Lowering her to the floor Chuck sighs. "Mmmm, bummer. Where is he, where's Julian? Come on Master Chief time for you to get your kiss from me."

Julian screams out, "OH HELL NO!"

Everyone is laughing when Sarah screams out, "Ladies get him."

All the women in the room rush forward and grab Julian. They push him towards Chuck. "Chuck! Please! No! I love you, but not that way."

Casey yells out, "Watch it Master Chief, he slobbers. Unfortunately, I know."

Chuck and Sarah are laughing wildly. Taking a breath they whisper to each other. Sarah shakes her head, "Julian you've offended my husband. I'm afraid you've left us no choice." She lets out a heavy sigh. "Ladies, he's all yours, have your way with him."

Julian is surrounded by women, his arms flail as he's passed from one to the other. When he's is allowed to come up for air every inch of his face is covered with lipstick. "Whew, that was special." The ladies all laugh as they push him towards Chuck and Sarah.

Sarah steps up to him, "Oh look, they missed a spot, right there." She kisses the corner of his mouth. "Julian thank you for your service, your food, and your sense of humor."

He clears his throat, "No problem, Sarah, it really was, my pleasure." The guests all laugh.

Gretchen steps up behind him and whispers in his ear. "Come to my room later and I'll show you some real appreciation. Bring some whipped cream, and don't forget the cherries and chocolate sauce."

Julian's eyes go wide. He clears his throat again, "Ahem, time to cut the cake."

The cake is cut, Sarah feeds Chuck a piece nicely, no mess. Chuck does the same for her. They take their seats as the cake and coffee is served.

April approaches Devon who has a sleeping Clara on his lap. She picks the sleeping child up and cradles her lovingly in her arms. "Dr. Woodcomb, I'll be taking all the kids to my room. I'll stay with them for the night, enjoy your evening."

Devon looks up and sees the twins held by the Grimes and Molly held by Emma, all fast asleep, waiting for her to lead the way. "April, Thank you. I can't tell you how lucky we are that you came into our lives."

April smiles. "Sir, you don't get it. I'm the lucky one. Somehow, I find Clara better company than terrorists. Have a good night."

Alex whispers, "We'll be back as soon as we get the kids changed and settled in. Save us some cake."

Later

As she walks around speaking with her guests a waiter Walks up to Sarah and hands her an envelope. "What's this?"

"I don't know Ma'am, that Secret Service agent in the dark glasses asked me to give it to you."

"Who? What agent? Where?"

The waiter turns, "That guy right over… he's gone."

"Okay thank you."

Sarah opens the envelope, it's a note card. She reads it.

"Dearest Daughter-in-Law,

Congratulations. My son is indeed a lucky man. I know that he loves you with no end. Please take care of him. All my love and hopes are with you. Dad"

P.S. Remind my daughter that she's loved."

As Sarah stares at the note a tear rolls down her cheek. Her head pops up and she scans the room frantically. No sign of him. She looks back at the note, all she sees is a blank piece of paper.

The party is going strong when she finds Chuck and grabbing his hand pulls him aside to a quiet corner. Chuck is all smiles, "All right, married couple make out session."

Sarah grabs his chin and looks him in his eye. He can tell she's serious. "Chuck I just got a very strange note."

The smile fades from his face. "How strange?"

She shows him the blank note card. "It's from someone calling himself Dad who asked that I look after his son. Also he said to remind his daughter that she's loved. The ink vanished as soon as I read it."

Chuck's eyes, go wide, then a smile grows on his face. He shoves the notecard into his pocket. "Alright! He made it! Not here Hon, we'll talk later. There's nothing to worry about. Everything is fine. Don't mention this to Ellie until we talk. The stars are with us. We need to get out of here, I saw what you packed for our honeymoon."

Sarah laughs as she's pulled by her husband out of the room, and into the night. .

The Wedding March

Mendelsohn

Sara Smile

Songwriters: Daryl Hall / John Oates

Batman Theme

Songwriters: Neal Hefti

(I've Had) The Time of My Life

Songwriters: Donald Jay Markowitz / John Albert De Nicola

(I've Had) The Time of My Life lyrics © Sony/atv Tunes Llc, Calspen Music, Knockout Music, R U Cyrius Publishing, Knockout Music Company, Marcu Music Company Inc, Marcu Music Company Inc

Feeling Good

Songwriters: Anthony Newley / Leslie Bricusse

Isn't Life Strange

Songwriters: John Charles Lodge

To Share Our Love

Songwriters: John Lodge

My Girl

Songwriters: Marvin Humes / Tobias Gad / Savan Kotecha / Ortisse Williams

Annie's Song

Songwriters: John Denver

lyrics © Reservoir Media Music, Jesse Belle Denver, Warner Chappell, Bmg Ruby Songs, Reservoir Media Management (Ireland) Limited

A/N I'm sure I pissed off a few of you by ending where I did. So let me catch you up. They leave the White House and a guy named Quinn knocks Chuck out and kidnaps Sarah… NO! Okay then I guess I'll have to come up with a different ending. Watch for Chapter 47 C is for Closure, D is for…