September 28th 2015, Avengers Tower
Harry had spent the last month teaching Wanda high leveled sorcery and was impressed with her ability after only a few years of training. So he walked into Tony's lab in quite the good mood only to find Rhodey and Tony arguing.
"-ou know this is what you want. Stop trying to run away." Rhodey said with some exasperation.
"I'm not running away." Tony said as he shifted uneasily. "I'm just…Well I'm not running away."
"What's going on?" Harry asked, causing both men to jump and look at him. Harry just quirked an eyebrow as they stared at each other.
"Tony's got cold feet." Rhodey said as he leaned back against a worktable.
"Seriously Tony?" Harry asked, looking at him. "You, the billionaire, playboy, philanthropist, have cold feet?" Tony didn't say anything as he started to pace in the room running his hands through his hair and down his face.
"Look I'm just nervous alright." Tony said as he dropped into a chair. "I never thought I'd be getting married and it's honestly freaking me out." Harry and Rhodey both shared a surprised look. Tony has grown as a person over the last few years, but it was still a shock to see him be so open and honest about how he was feeling. Harry waved his hand making two more chairs appear near Tony. He pulled a bottle of fire whiskey from nowhere and filled three conjured glasses before handing them out and taking a seat.
"It's good that you're nervous." Harry said. Tony gave him a strange look, "Being nervous means that it means something to you. If you didn't feel anything? That would be a problem."
"Harry's right. Everyone gets nervous before they get married. You're making a huge change to your life and permanently linking yourself to another person. It's not easy and it isn't supposed to be." Rhodey said as he took a sip of his drink. Tony didn't say anything for a moment just playing with his glass as they all sat in silence.
"You guys are right. I mean it's Pepper. She's been there for me for years, even through my playboy phase." Tony said as he finally looked up, a slight smile on his face.
"Phase?" Rhodey questioned under his breath. Harry smirked and Tony shot Rhodey a withering glare.
"Yes, just a phase." Tony said as he tucked up his chin before they all chuckled a bit, easing the tension that had built up. "Looks like I'm getting married in two weeks." Tony said as he leaned back into his chair.
"You guys got everything ready?" Rhodey asked.
"Don't ask me. He's the party planner." Tony said as he gestured towards Harry.
"You?" Rhodey asked.
"What, got a problem?" Harry asked with a raise of his eyebrow, "I'm an excellent party planner. Also magic makes anything possible." Harry said with a chuckle. Harry had gone all out in making sure this wedding would be as special as could be.
/OO-HP•SoS-OO\
October 17th 2015, The Resort, Northern Scotland
Harry stood near three in his Summoner persona greeting the guests as they walked from the different into a portal he set up right next to them. Several of the guests were bewildered by the transportation methods, seeing as they weren't heroes or SHIELD personnel. Some even tried to take pictures only for a nearby Happy to confiscate them before waving them on.
Tony and Pepper were both getting ready. Natasha, Wanda, and Laura were bridesmaids and we're helping Pepper get ready. Tony was being watched by Rhodey and Bruce, as he got more and more fidgety the closer the wedding got.
As the line started trickling down, Harry checked with the security in the tower and learned that the last guest had already passed through. He then double checked with Xavier to verify everyone from the mansion was through, before checking with the security personnel at the Malibu mansion. When the final person walked through Harry closed the before pushing Happy through to the venue and closing the portal.
Entering through the portal Happy and Harry were greeted by a large windowless hall. The walls were a soft white, the floors a deep blue, and the ribbons and banners around the room varied in hues of blue and white. White chairs were situated in rows on either side of the main aisle. Sparkling lights moved slowly across the ceiling lighting the entire room with a soft white glow. Flowers never seen before were tied into bouquets and sat in floating vases. At the head of the hall was a dais, raised slightly above the floor level. Looking behind them was a doorway leading to a hallway going to the left and right, where Tony and Pepper were both getting ready.
Happy was quick to start moving people into the proper positions. Making sure everyone that was there was seated in the proper place. On Pepper's side were her colleges and family. Tony's side was dominated by the Avengers, the X-Men, and the higher-ups for SHIELD and SHADE. Fury was even wearing a suit.
It took several minutes for Happy to have everyone in the proper place. Once everything was situated Harry waved his hand discretely as an illusion of Summoner took a seat in the front row as he disappeared in a silent fade.
Reappearing in the dressing room he saw Tony pacing back and forth quickly as Bruce and Rhodey were both quietly talking. Harry didn't say anything for a moment as he watched one of his closest friends' expressions. It was constantly changing from happiness, to anxiety, to fear, before cycling again.
"You guys ready?" Harry asked startling Tony.
"Everyone's here already?" Tony asked as he fiddled with his tie. Getting a nod from Harry he took a deep breath before all the nervous energy disappeared. Tony walked towards the door as Bruce and Rhodey followed him. Harry smiled as he quietly faded over to the door for Pepper's dressing room.
"You guys ready?" Harry asked as he knocked on the door. Moments later the door was opened and he saw Natasha in her pale blue bridesmaid dress. She looked him up and down and quirked her eyebrow causing Harry to look at himself before realizing he was still in hero clothes. Pulling down the cowl, it disappeared along with his armor, leaving him standing there in his ink black tux, light blue shirt, dark blue cummerbund and matching tie.
"Much better." Natasha said with a smile as she stole a quick kiss before looking over her shoulder. She opened the door wider and Harry saw Pepper in an immaculate white dress. Her hair was styled up into an intricate braid-bun. Glinting accessories reflected the lights in the room causing a halo effect behind her.
"Wow!" Harry said simply as he looked at Pepper. "I don't think Tony will be able to think, let alone get married." Pepper blushed as she smiled widely. Walking from the side Harry saw Laura and Wanda, both dressed in the same pale blue Natasha was in. "Look at my little girl. So beautiful." Harry said as he pulled Wanda's hand and twirled her around.
"Thank you!" Wanda said as her laugh rang out like tinkling bells. "You're not looking too bad yourself dad." Harry puffed up his chest as he swept imaginary dust from his shoulders before he addressed them.
"Alright, I'll have the music start in a moment, which will be your cue. Teddy will walkout with Lilia, Laura you'll be walking out with Bruce, Nat you'll be walking out with Rhodey. Pepper, Happy is ready to walk you down the aisle and Wanda will hold your train. Ready?" Harry asked. Getting a nod from them all he moved down the hall. Getting close to the aisle entrance he saw Pietro fixing Teddy's bowtie as he kept messing with it. Rhodey, Happy, and Bruce were all standing to the side watching Pietro fight with Teddy.
"Stop messing with it." Pietro said as he finished straightening it out.
"Teddy." Harry's voice stopped Teddy's hand as he went to fiddle with his bowtie again. "You can take it off soon but can you leave it alone for now?" Teddy gave him a sheepish nod. "Good. Remember what you need to do?"
"I'm subosed to hold this box and give it to Uncle Tony?" Teddy asked as he held up a wide ring box.
"That's right buddy. You'll be walking with Lilia, so follow her okay?" Harry said as he kneeled down and ran his hand through Teddy's hair to get it to stay a single color for a while. Teddy nodded seriously causing a round of chuckles from the adults nearby.
"Happy you'll be walking Pepper down the aisle." Harry said but was cut off from continuing as the man started to sniffle. Harry gave him a look as he quickly wiped away his tears. "Rhodey, you'll be walking with Natasha. Bruce, you'll be walking with Laura. Pietro, you can head to your seat." They all nodded as Pietro disappeared in a blur.
Harry looked over everyone again before he entered the hall. He could see Tony waiting up on the dais with the reverend already, so he moved to the side and waved his hand at the grand piano in the corner of the room. Music started and the whole crowd quieted. Harry discreetly made his way up to the dais and stood behind Tony.
As the music played the walls started to change causing the whole crowd to mummer in astonishment as the scene revealed a massive view of Earth from space. Stars brighter than they had ever seen lit the whole room, light from the sun could be seen peeking along the edges of the massive window. Tony was gobsmacked for a moment before shooting Harry a rueful glare.
The crowd's attention was grabbed by the sounds of tiny feet on the floor as Teddy and Lilia both walked in. Lilia was spreading flower petals and Teddy was twisting his head this way and that way, causing the audience to chuckle softly. Harry grabbed Teddy's attention, getting the young metamorph to finish his walk without incident.
Shortly behind the two was Laura and Bruce walking arm in arm. As they reached the halfway point, Natasha and Rhodey made their appearance walking down the aisle until they reached the dais. Once they were all situated the music changed to the typical wedding march.
Pepper, looking radiant, and a red-eyed Happy made their way down the aisle to the music. Wanda could be seen holding the long train behind her smiling widely at Teddy waving at her. When they reached the Dais, Happy handed Pepper over to Tony who was barely functioning. If it weren't for a jab to his ribs by Rhodey he might have stood motionless for much longer.
"We are gathered here today…" The reverend started the ceremony as Harry looked across to Natasha who was giving him a small smile. Harry instinctively moved his hand out and put it on Teddy's head as he started to wander over to Natasha and Wanda. Looking down he shook his head slightly at Teddy, who pouted quietly.
"Now the bride and groom can share their vows." The reverend said. Tony and Pepper shared a look with each other. Tony cleared his throat clearly about to begin.
"Pepper, I've known you since that day you barged into my office and got pepper sprayed and I never thought that there would be a day I would marry that little spitfire. You stood by me through all my ups and downs, more specifically my downs, and you never abandoned me." Tony's words made Pepper release a watery chuckle, "When I asked you to marry me I was more afraid than I had been in my entire life. Even in that cave in Afghanistan, you were always on my mind. I've loved you for years and now I can love you forever more." Tony finished as his eyes slightly reddened.
"Tony, you have always been insufferably dedicated to everything you put your mind to. Now that you've turned that dedication to me I can see what a blessing having all that care and love really is. When you were kidnapped I realized how much you meant to me and I promised myself to be there for you even more. I stuck by you after you came back, even when you started flying around in armor. I've watched you grow and become the man I always thought you could be and I wouldn't be happier anywhere other than by your side. I love you Tony." Pepper said as Tony's smile softened to something Harry had never really seen on his face before.
The reverend asked for the rings and Tony turned to Teddy who gave him the ring box. Tony opened the box revealing a gold wedding band and a supplemental band for Pepper. They finished up the ceremony and donned the rings for one another as the reverend finished.
"I now pronounce you Husband and Wife. You may kiss the bride." Tony and Pepper shared a soft kiss as the audience cheered. The Summoner illusion made a sweep of his arms as magical effects happened above everyone's head. Harry smiled from the side as Tony and Pepper stopped kissing and turned towards the crowd.
"Alright!" Tony said as he clapped his hands. "Let's get this party started!" Harry made a discreet wave of his hand as the chairs and decorations flew around the spectating attendees. Tables rose from nowhere, food came flying in on huge platters and landed on a table the length of the side of the room. The space slowly expanded as a large area for dancing opened up in the middle. The dais slowly shuffled to the side as the Wedding party moved to the center of the dance floor. A band came filing in from the back of the room and took up posts on the dais.
Everyone was amazed as the wedding venue shifted before their very eyes. Smells of delicious food wafted from the buffet table. Place settings and placards made appearances at each seat. Music started up again and a massive five tiered cake slowly floated to a big table to the side of the wedding party's table. As everyone grabbed their spot, dishes flew about serving everyone food.
Each close friend or family member stood to toast the newlyweds. Thor made a boisterous toast about Tony being an admirable warrior. Bruce said something quietly. Rhodey told embarrassing stories about Tony's earlier years. Pepper got a good ribbing from her bridesmaids and some stories from her family members in attendance. Once everyone calmed down the food was sent out in waves from the buffet table. Once everyone had eaten Pepper and Tony cut the cake before Harry served it up on floating plates.
As everyone started getting restless Tony and Pepper stood for the first dance. Harry soon joined them with Natasha, other couples not far behind. As time wore on and the dancing continued Harry shared a dance with Pepper, Laura, Wanda, Ororo, and a few other guests. Tony was being besieged by Pepper's family, Pepper was dancing with Happy, and the guests were all milling about.
Towards the end of the night Harry was feeling slightly tipsy, having already polished off an entire bottle of fire whiskey by himself. He, Tony, Rhodey, and Bruce were sitting at the main table sipping drinks as they listened to stories and jokes for everyone nearby. Most of the way through his second bottle Harry was forced to make a portal back to the resort where all the guests had their own rooms. Harry stayed up sharing drinks with everyone and even had a chugging contest with Hulk, which he lost.
Harry suddenly awoke, the last thing he remembered was watching Hulk polish off another keg in the outdoor area of the resort. Groaning, he slowly sat up as he looked at his dedicated room at the resort. Rubbing his face he smiled as he felt the bed shift next to him. Laying back down he snuggled into the warm body before taking a deep breath only to freeze in the next moment. The expected scent of apples was replaced with fresh rain.
Opening his eyes he wasn't greeted by the familiar red hair, instead he found white hair and flawless ebony skin. Moving away he slowly crawled out of bed quietly freaking out. But as he stood he saw a shocking view. Natasha was lightly dozing with her head in Ororo's bosom, her red hair and pale skin a sharp contrast.
Unsure of what to do, Harry summoned some clothes before fading out of the room. He needed to figure out what was going on.