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“Ten minutes, everyone! I repeat, TEN MINUTES!”
Those words rang in your ears. Figures walked from left to right, it was a herd of people! White flowers paint the cream walls, some of the flowers were also blue and yellow. It was a sight for sore eyes. You sat on a white couch, waiting for the moment.
You were wearing a white train gown; with multiple layers, flowers embedded on the bottom reaching only to your waist. Your sleeves were puffy, fading to transparent, having the same embeds as your dress. Additionally, you wore a veil and a flower crown on your head.
You were nervous. Actually no, that’s not enough to explain.
You were terrified. Your throat was gape and your heartbeat went faster and faster every millisecond. You were extremely scared. Unconsciously, you started gripping on your dress.
“Hey, you alright?” Someone approached you, kneeling down to your height. It was Xinyan, wearing a tuxedo and her hair down. “Xinyan, it’s great to see you…” You said. “Ey, it’s great to see you! Look at yourself, you look beautiful as the blue skies.”
You laughed at her words, “is that supposed to make me feel better? Because it’s working.” You asked. Xinyan smiled at you and patted your back whilst she stood up. “You guessed right.” Xinyan replied.
“You’re nervous, ain’t you?” Xinyan inquired. “Obviously, I am getting married.” You smile weakly. “I just…” You pause for a moment, trying to think of the words that could explain how you feel at the moment. You couldn’t find anything else than scared, afraid, and terrified. “I don’t know, I feel scared.”
“What if Kazuha doesn’t love me at all or what if I do something horrible to Kazuha? Or what if-”
“Hey, hey.” Xinyan interrupted you. You breathed out shakily, shaking your head as if it’d help you remove your intrusive thoughts. “Don’t let those thoughts bother you, they aren’t true - you know that.” Xinyan continues, “why do you think you’re getting married? He loves you, more than I can even say, actually.” You nodded. “And you’re kind! Why would you feel like you’d hurt him?”
“I’m not just saying this because I want to comfort you, I’m also saying it because it’s true.”
Xinyan hugs your figure, giving you a tight but comforting squeeze. You embrace her back.
You’ve known Xinyan for years, she’s mostly the reason why you’re getting married to Kazuha too. She’s been there by your side for as long as you can remember. Her being present on the times where you needed comfort made you happy.
“All better?” Xinyan asks as she lets you go. You nodded. “Thank you, Xin.” Xinyan giggled, “Now, I should go. Keqing might scold me or something!” Xinyan whispered and pointed to the door. You waved goodbye and Xinyan left.
You felt better than ever - you have to thank Xinyan 50 times after all of this.
“[Y/N]! It’s almost showtime!” Keqing exclaims. She approaches you and gives you your bouquet of Cecilias. “Are you feeling alright? Do you need water, a fan, or anything?” Keqing asks as she retouches your makeup and your hairdo. “Nope.” You shook your head.
“Alright! Then, let’s get you to the door.” Keqing smiled but it quickly disappeared. “Ganyu, dearest, help me here!” Ganyu ran over towards you and Keqing to help with your dress.
You started to walk over the door. You looked around yourself - you were getting dizzy. Inhale… exhale. You breathed out unsteadily. “Don’t worry, you’ll do great.” Ganyu comforts. She gave you a small smile. “Thank you.” You responded. “Okay, Charlie, it’s your call.” Keqing announces as she moves away with Ganyu.
“Huh?” You tilt your head. You move your gaze to Charlie, who’s your close friend as well. Who had also been in cahoots with Xinyan on their, you quote, ‘Mission: Bring Kazuha and Y/N together’ operation.
“Charlie’s walking with you in the aisle, remember?” Keqing said. You nodded and you put your arm around Charlie’s arm, then grinned.
You could hear light piano sounds from the inside - the door opened, which made your heart race. You gazed around the enormous room that you were walking into. It was full of people; familiar, and not so familiar. Once you were finished looking from left to right, your eyes went to the end of the aisle - to him, to Kazuha. He gives you a smile from afar, you smile back.
You walked slowly but it felt as if it was fast. Soon enough, you were beside Kazuha. A tear fell from your eye that you didn’t even notice until now. You mouthed a hello, to which he does it back. Kazuha lifted up your veil and everything began.
Many minutes passed, and it was already about time to exchange vows - you didn’t even notice that time passed by. Kazuha starts first. His breath was jittery. You knew he felt the same as you did; nervous and happy.
“I stand here right in front of you, taking in how wonderful you are now. I’ve said this many times before - the time when we were under the night sky, the time when we were at Disneyland, and now.”
“I love you deeply and unconditionally. I cherish every moment we share; before, now, and those we will share in the future. You are the one who has granted me many things, so I thank you. And with that, I promise to be there for you when you struggle, when you’re happy, and when you’re mad. I promise I’ll be with you no matter what.”
You smile. Kazuha continues, “My love for you won’t end. Once I die, it won’t end. If death comes to one, or both of us, it won’t end. If the world ends, it won’t end.”
“The love that we both share will last forevermore.”
Your eyes were watery, everything seemed so blurry. Kazuha did something to touch your heart - you wanted to kiss him here and now.
“Dear Kazuha, everyday I thank the world for making you exist. You are the apple of my eye and ever since that day you told me you love me, I felt as if nothing would ever be wrong now that you’re in my life.”
“ “Love has no meaning to me if you don’t love me back”, that’s what you told me back then. I will never forget those words. Those words that echo through my head now and then.”
“I promise that I’ll stand beside you, whatever comes in front of us. I’ll stay with you until my last breath and I love you with all my heart. Thank you for everything and I thank you for taking me as your lover.”
Kazuha reacted by smiling ear to ear, you felt that he was touched by your vow there. He takes the ring from the ring holder and you did the same. You take his bandaged hand. “That was beautiful, what you said earlier,” You comment quietly. You put the ring on his finger. Kazuha giggled, “yours was beautiful too,” he inserted the other ring on your hand, “just like you are.”
Kazuha held your waist and kissed you. His other hand held your idle hand. The crowd stood up and clapped their hands, while some cheered.
This wasn’t the first time you both kissed, but this one felt different - new. Of course, since it was your wedding. With that kiss, you felt him pour all his love to you, pulling you in closer and reminding you that he loves you dearly.
You smile in between the kiss, making Kazuha laugh.
Kazuha lets go and smiles at you, kissing your forehead briefly and letting go of your waist. But, his hand never let go of yours. You pull him, signaling him to go across the aisle. He nodded and followed your lead out of the aisle.
You giggled like a child, running with him as if nothing else mattered. Kazuha laughed as well, you both were a happy mess. And you enjoyed being like that.
And you hoped that you two would be like this forever.
☾
It was night and it was time for the dinner party.
The room was lit in yellow-orange light, there were chandeliers on two sides of the room - which was huge - and it was filled with people. On the left, was an empty space, which was the dance floor, next to the sound and microphone stand. Then on the right - where you were sitting at - was the table for dining.
But anyway, truth be told, you were eager for this moment of the day. You couldn’t wait to dance with Kazuha. Right now, he was talking with the guests. You’d accompany him but you were too exhausted to move around, so you sat on the table instead.
You watched him smile at you as he talked to some of the guests, it made your heart flutter.
“Hey!” It was Beidou. “Beidou! How do you like the party?” You asked while she sat beside you. She was wearing a light purple blouse with black pants - not the style the Beidou you knew would wear. “It’s great! Although, I would’ve hoped for stronger alcohol - but it would be inappropriate for you and Kazuha’s wedding so I just shrugged it off.” Beidou replied.
“That’s the Beidou I know.” You commented. “I thought you were a different Beidou when I saw your outfit!” Beidou started laughing out loud. “Well, like I said, it’s your wedding so..”
“How are you feeling about being married?” Beidou inquired. You hummed. “It’s only been a few hours but I’d say it’s great.” You said. Beidou nodded. “You know, Ning was touched when you both said your vows - she was tearing up!”
“She wouldn’t admit it though.”
Beidou turned away and pointed somewhere, “look, there she is, glaring at me.” Beidou said as she pointed at Ningguang. You smiled and waved at Ningguang. “Well, I’ll be off to get more drinks. See you.” Beidou said and left the table.
You were alone again…
…Or so you thought. Your eyes were covered by a pair of hands. “Kazuha, I know that’s you.” You said. “Oh, why do you think so?”
Kazuha was speaking at a different tone, he attempted to make his voice deeper. “...I have telepathy powers.” You joked. Kazuha gasped. “I didn’t know that!” He continued to talk in a deep tone. He took his hands from your eyes and laughed. He sat down beside you.
“Do you want drinks or anything? I noticed that you’re worn out.” Kazuha asked. You placed your hands on his, rubbing circles on his palm. “No, I would be more energized if you just stayed here beside me.” He grinned. “Alright then.” Kazuha hummed. You dozed off for a few minutes, resting on Kazuha’s shoulder as he spoke to you, though he knew you wouldn’t reply much.
“Alright, our last event of the night! I’m sure many were waiting for this part of the event.” Keqing stated through the microphone.
Kazuha shook your body gently to wake you up.
“Now, we are inviting the couple of tonight’s event to head to the dance floor first! Kazuha, [Y/N]?” Ganyu said. Kazuha stood up first, helping your tired frame to stand up.
“Sorry for falling asleep now,” you muttered. Kazuha shook his head, “no worries, as long as you’re comfortable, dearest.” You stood up and held Kazuha’s hand tightly. He led you to the dance floor, slowly. You could hear the sounds of slow drums building up. You knew immediately what the song was.
Lover by Taylor Swift.
We could leave the Christmas lights up ‘til January
And this is our place, we make the rules
Kazuha slipped his hand on your waist, while the other held your hand up high. He swayed and you followed.
And there's a dazzling haze, a mysterious way about you, dear
Have I known you twenty seconds or twenty years?
The lights grew dimmer, but your surroundings were lit up with candles. You looked into Kazuha’s eyes - they were showing stars. He was astonished by you, by how you made him feel.
He loves you.
Can I go where you go?
Can we always be this close?
Forever and ever, ah
Kazuha slowly spun you around, it made you laugh happily. The way he smiled at you, it always made you feel special. He’d look at you with heart eyes, if you had to be honest.
He adores you.
Take me out, and take me home
You're my, my, my, my lover
“May I invite other couples out there to the floor? It’s your time to shine!” Ganyu declared. “Speaking of which,” Keqing started. “Ganyu, would you join me on the dance floor?” Keqing asked. You smiled at their interaction. “Of course.” Ganyu replied. Others began to join in the dance floor.
The night felt wonderful, you didn’t want this to end. You felt like there wasn’t anyone else but you and Kazuha. You were so in love with him right now, you didn’t want to look away from his beautiful face.
“Are you enjoying this, my lady?” Kazuha questioned. You snort at his words. “”My lady”? What’s that about?” You snickered. “Well, it’s a special night for my special lady and I’m thinking of nicknames to call you.” Kazuha responded. You laughed at his remarks.
He makes you laugh.
And I'm highly suspicious that everyone who sees you wants you
I've loved you three summers now, honey, but I want 'em all
For a few moments, you both stayed silent, but secretly complimenting each other's features. You were recalling a few memories you both shared at the moment. The time where your ice cream fell to the ground and he shared his with you. The time where there was a cockroach and Kazuha was afraid of it, so you killed it (you were scared of it too though). And…
The time he first said I love you. That time was magical - you two were so in love with each other, even up until now. It was under the night sky, you were both outside the restaurant as it rained. You both waited for it to stop. Whilst that happened, this song played.
Swear to be overdramatic and true to my lover
And you'll save all your dirtiest jokes for me
And at every table, I'll save you a seat, lover
And at the end of the song, Kazuha confessed.
Can I go where you go?
Can we always be this close?
Forever and ever, ah
You dipped your head on his shoulder, still swaying slowly. “I love you.” Kazuha whispered. The song was beginning to end.
Darling, you're my, my, my, my lover
“I love you too.”
☾
The End