The Day. The Drama. The...love, we hope.

[morphitudinous]

Who: Ronnae, Billy, and various wedding guests!
Where: In Light's Hope Chapel, with party to follow at the Drunken Dragon Tavern.
What: Two are getting married. Will someone faint from shock? Will anything break? Will it be a happy night? Stay tuned!

After preparation, anticipation, and vivid memories of nights they won't soon forget, Ronnae and Billy are finally ready for a little ceremony.'Little' was what they had in mind, but there was a chance it could end up being a relative term.

The location was the Light's Hope Chapel in the City, a tiny little place with enough memorial statues and open space to give a majestic, hopeful atmosphere. There were no singing birds or bright skies, just a little shelter from the world in which to have a dedication as lifemates. That would be more than enough for them.

What were the right words to say? The ins and outs of dancing? The foods on the table? Theyd' find out soon enough, creating a day to remember. Whether that remembrance was fairy-tale sweet or a simple overcoming of the odds would remain to be seen.

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PRE-JITTERS

[morphitudinous]

Traditionally, the people to be married separate, only to be reunited on center stage, whether that was at an altar or simply in front of a row of chairs. They're preparing separately, waiting to see how this goes. Maybe there should've been a rehearsal dinner after all?

Billy

[morphitudinous]

Billy was standing in a small house near the chapel, running through the little speech he'd prepared for the twenty-eighth time. He carried it on a crumpled piece of paper in one hand, mouthing the words yet again. He also hadn't bothered to change into his clothing for the ceremony yet, but that won't take long: he's just morphing and removing the helmet.

"You came to me at one of the worst times in my life...no. Too sentimental. It's true, but too sentimental." He scribbled out another line, casting a brief glance at the gift he'd hung over a hat stand. "All for you, love. I have to make this worth it."

((Open to any guys who might want to laugh/be part of the party.))

Re: Billy

[tetsuwan_atom]

"Hey! What's up? Shouldn't you be preparing for the wedding?"

In other words, why wasn't Billy in a tux?

Re: Billy

[kaya_waterwave]

Kaya was out of breath and a little sweaty, not that it mattered. Waterbenders were pretty much impervious to looking like they did anything less than gliding onto the scene, and so sweat was something easily managed. She could see that Billy was wracking his brain (what else was new?) and she wanted to wish him well.

Don't over think this. It will come, trust me. All the words will be there, they're just waiting for you to say them. You've grown enough to know them by heart.

Re: Billy

[hawkeyekate]

"So what? I thought that was one of the things she likes about you?" Kate smirked as she stepped through the doorway, and leaned against the wall. She wasn't laughing, but clearly amused by him.

"Changed your mind on the fancy dress?" Granted she hoped things went better than the last wedding she attended. It was a rough time all around, though her sister and husband were fine, and she met her first team that way.

Re: Billy

[bonnypiperlad]

Well, it wouldn't be a party without the best man, who is here in his kilt and argyle jacket, paired with formal hose and flashes - although he's had to make do with his hiking boots as shoes are a bit hard to come by. He's made up for it by managing to find a bow-tie. Hopefully Billy won't mind the slightly less formal boots.

Actually, Billy may not even notice the boots, given how intensely he's working on his vows. Jamie leans over to take a peek at what's been scribbled down so far.

"What's wrong with a wee bit of sentiment? It is your wedding day, ye know."

Re: Billy

[ron_factor]

Ron wasn't sure he should be here, after all that had happened with Zorpox. Rufus had convinced him otherwise, so he had, somehow, managed to dig up the super-secret spy-tux he'd been given by Canada Joe. He'd swapped out the red bowtie for a green one, and given it to Rufus, who was the only one out of the pair who knew how to tie one.

"Billy, just take a deep breath and relax. It'll be fine."

Re: Billy

[sonofether]

"Words don't seem to do the emotion justice, do they?" The Etherite chuckled quietly to himself, tugging on the lab coat he wore over the only nice suit he had. Then he shook his head.

"I'd ditch the script and just let it flow from the heart. You've got this, Billy."

Re: Billy

[soulinherfists]

"Heeey, Billy!" Allenby poked her head around the door with a big grin on her face. She wished she had something kinda nicer to wear for this, but she'd managed to put on a tie at least. "How ya doin'? Feeling nervous?"

Ronnae

[shiest_sunbeam]

Ronnae on the other hand was handling things as best she could. By smashing countless enemies inside the sensorium-made scenario. Oddly enough it would clear her mind and allow her to think about everything and she had to say that she was both excited and nervous beyond belief.

After decimating countless foes she looked back towards the sensorium door and narrowed her eyes, she should be getting ready just about now, if anything so she could have some extra alone time before the wedding took place. Slinging her weapons over her shoulder, she rushed off to her home to get refreshed and ready for the ceremony, she would have enough time for that and polishing her armor and weapons before having to head down to Light's Hope...

The place which she held so dear would be the place of their engagement huh? She wondered what her parents would say... and her siblings... There was no better wish that wanting them desperately to be here with her today, on this most special of days... but she knew that wouldn't be the case.

With one last look at the house after getting ready, Ronnae began her walk towards the Chapel, going over everything in her head.

Re: Ronnae

[nunpunching]

"You ready to get hitched, Red?" Punchy runs into her on the way to the Chapel. He's all dressed up for the event too. "Props, shawty. You found a good one."

Re: Ronnae

[kaya_waterwave]

"You look wonderful."

Kaya was going to be present for this, bright and early and without fail. She was usually dressed in blue, for today she had decided to go in a simpler yellow sundress, and surprisingly, it worked with her today. Of course she would be going to see her Bonded, but first was looking over at wishing her best to the bride. That included keeping up with her, but Kaya liked a challenge.

"I know you'll see me soon, but I just wanted you to know: couldn't be any more happier for you two."

[purplephilic]

Even if her family couldn't be here, she still had her fellow Azerothian buddy to depend on.

A delighted, little smile sprung on Nokosi's face when he saw the garments she wore--her armor. How fitting, considering her people. Pushing himself up, he dropped from the branches that separated their homes, and jogged to catch up with his friend.

Nokosi didn't speak, he simply fell in step with the Orc girl and slid an arm around her shoulder.

[night_shift]

Elisa managed to track down Ronnae shortly before the ceremony. She didn't know her - or Billy, for that matter - particularly well, but a wedding was always a reason to celebrate. Especially in the middle of a war, when moments of happiness - moments that reminded you exactly why you were fighting - were few and far between. Even from a distance, their joy was palpable.

"Hey," she called out, waving her hand as she jogged to catch her up. "How are you feeling?"

THE CEREMONY

[morphitudinous]

It's time! Two of the shiest and most private members of the crew are going to express their feelings in front of a small crowd. What kind of terrible idea was this, anyway?

Both of them will now meet in the chamber, joining in front of their little audience. Blending in with the massive crowd in Orongo had certainly been easier!

[shiest_sunbeam]

Is this really happening? Isn't this just a dream? Or maybe even a nightmare waiting to happen... Something that Yogg'Saron, C'thun, or even Stacy planned to simply take my happiness away...

Ronnae took a deep breath, closing her eyes and focusing on the now. If it was just a dream, she'd wake up with a smile, if it was a nightmare, she'd fight back, if it was real... If it was real, then she'd enjoy it to the fullest. Just being here, right now, dream or not was making her blush heavily, if anything, the rapid beating of her heart and the warmth of her blushed cheeks made it all the more comforting.

[morphitudinous]

Billy was having similar thoughts. It hardly felt real. It seemed like just yesterday they were covering each other in paint and kneeling awkwardly in front of a priest they were just meeting.

This couldn't be more different. They came dressed in their preferred battle armor, they had an audience of close friends, and they were writing their own commitment. No pressure here---this was real, their own choice. Something he'd been hoping to do 'properly' for a while.

He started up the pathway to the center with some nervous flutters still in his chest, the gift clutched tightly in his gloved fist.

That was when he saw her. Ronnae, dressed in her formal armor and looking strong and proud. She'd' been training this morning, hadn't she? She had that look about her. How clever! He felt himself blush as they came face to face...here they stood as they were, warriors, partners, and lovers.

"Hi," Billy whispered, forgetting for a moment that this was against proper decorum. He couldn't help talking to her. They had to reassure themselves that they'd get through this.

THE PARTY

[morphitudinous]

There's a tavern. There are drinks. There might even be food if they're lucky! Talk, take pictures if someone has a camera, eat, drink...and do try not to start any bar fights or break property.

Re: THE PARTY

[nunpunching]

And there is also music! Punchy's set up a turntable he must have picked up on some shore leave and is playing some romantic jazz music. Where he acquired taste in jazz music may be a mystery never solved.

"Yo, boss! Nice service!"

Re: THE PARTY

[kaya_waterwave]

Kaya was totally done with crying, seriously! Oh, but she had been a wreck most of the ceremony. She had gracefully hung back, but watching her bonded and one of her best friend tie the knot was something she wanted to keep in her memory.

After all their hardships and all of their strife, they were able to just BE together. It made her remember that there was more than just pain and strife and hurt on Stacy. There were also these times, which she treasured most of all.

"It was a really great ceremony," she sniffed, laughing. "Now please, have a drink with me, Ronnae, Billy!"

@ the party.

[shiest_sunbeam]

Ronnae had traded in her armor for a more relaxed and casual dress, not something she'd normally wear for sure, but this wasn't a normal occasion either.

Some things, never change though and the timid half-orc girl stayed in the back, enjoying herself by simply watching the others have fun.

[morphitudinous]

Ronnae's popular! Billy reluctantly parted from her to allow her to dance with her many friends and admirers. There would be more time to be together soon, he reminded himself.

He held a mug of water, unwilling to take a risk on anything else. Humiliation with just the guys was one thing. Here would be something else.

"Hey. You're all right?"

[purplephilic]

Nokosi had, like many times before, quietly watched a wedding service while his mind poured over every small detail. After seeing a handful through four, plus different races, he'd come to the conclusion that they were all eerily similar for one reason or another.

He would have jumped Billy with a game of 20 questions on the matter, but rationalized that this probably wasn't the best time. Instead the elf walked up, bowed and uttered a congratulatory word that was most certainly of some other language. Nokosi smiled widely, flashing his fangs.

"How do you feel after all is said and done?"

[night_shift]

Although she'd spoken to Ronnae before the service, Elisa didn't manage to track down Billy until the party. She had a drink in one hand and a warm grin on her face when she approached.

"Congratulations, Billy!"

[lastgallifreyan]

The Doctor wasn't very good when it came to weddings. Largely because most of the weddings he'd been to had involved an attempt to take over the world, followed by a dramatic rescue that saved the planet but spoiled the celebrations. He'd enjoyed this one, though. He liked Billy. And it seemed to have gone off without a hitch.

With a bright grin on his face, he bounded over to the groom to greet him with a hug.

"Billy! Congratulations!"