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driftfleet2018-12-16 07:09 am
dandyofawolf) wrote in driftfleet2018-12-16 07:09 am
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A Werewolf Wedding
Who: Biffy and Lyall and all of their close CR and the plus ones of the CR
Broadcast: Nope
Action: Planetside
When: December 25th
The Ceremony
[Heat has been set up for the guests at the wedding of Biffy and Lyall. After all, it’s an outdoor wedding with the snow around them. Which allows the guests to appreciate the beauty of what has been created. A beautiful archway with elegant white flowers that are tied on with blue ribbon. It’s simple but there’s a beauty in that which works for both grooms.
Shiro stands under it, ready to marry the grooms who also stand there, looking across at each other. It’s so clear they’re in love with each other. Just the way they look at each other says as much. And oh what a handsome pair they make with Biffy in a blue suit and grey cravat and Lyall in a grey suit and blue cravat. Ever the fashionable pair, even at their wedding. Perhaps especially at their wedding. And with that, Shiro begins speaking.]
We are gathered together on this day to witness and celebrate the marriage of Randolph and Sandalio.
There's a lot to be said about joining two lives in the union of marriage - but these two men right here have committed to each other in a way a human like me will never fully comprehend but still can watch with the most admiring respect. The past months, I've watched you be each other's support, strength and best friend; to be alpha and beta in a perfect combination of roles that reflects who you are, but also simply two people that came together and found each other through the endless passing of immortal time.
Papers and words will never make justice to what you've been through and achieved together, and yet I'm extremely joyful that this ceremony is being celebrated. We come together not to mark the start of a marriage, but to strengthen one that already exists. Your relationship is yours and only yours, but at the same time, you want the world to acknowledge it, to share it with other important people, to be able to shout "yes, we're together!". It's the greatest honor to be able to give you that. And I'm sure that after seven or eight centuries together back on Earth, you'll be ready to do it again when the world finally understands it. Because yes, you'll still be together by then.
[Hand gesture to indicate both of them.]
It's time for the the grooms to exchange vows.
[Lyall turns towards Biffy, taking both of his hands in his and looking up at him. He’s had a hard time coming up with words he was happy with, but he’s rather happy with what he ended up putting together.]
Many things happened to lead us here. Some of them were unexpected. Many of them were sad. I worried about you for a long time, and I know you too were worried about yourself and finding your path on this road you never wanted to tread. I tried to guide your way through it as well as I could, and before I even noticed, you were the one walking ahead and opening the path for me.
I've always known you to be kind, loyal and dedicated. I've seen how powerful you are, and how you use that power to raise other people around you and not bring them down. You saw me at my lowest and yet you stayed by my side, shed tears for me when I couldn't do it myself, and made me feel safe, and warm and protected even when I believed I would never know such a feeling again.
I know I will not always be what you want me to be. I might not always agree, and I might be stubborn but I will always strive to be the man you believe I can be, because with you I am more than myself.
[Biffy smiles throughout and then laughs softly before touching Lyall’s face. It’s his turn now.]
There was a time in my life where I was lost. I was unsure of where I was going or what would become of me. During that time I was lost to darkness I thought I would remain trapped in for eternity. Until a warm glow guided me out of it.
You complete me in a way no one else ever has. I feel whole when I am with you. The world is clear and I know I can do anything when you are with me. For me it is more than just the tether I share with you but rather the feelings that we share. Sometimes I feel that words could never fully express exactly how happy you make me feel each and every day that we share together.
You are more than my Beta, Professor Randolph Lyall. You are my mate, my rock, my missing piece. I love you more than words will ever hope to express. So it is on this day I am honored to marry my greatest treasure and the only gift I could ever ask for on Christmas.
[Lyall thought he was done with blushing whenever Biffy speaks about him… apparently not so, even though it is less spectacular than it used to be. He still lowers his eyes for a second, swallowing around the lump in his throat before he looks back up. And with that, Shiro speaks again.]
May we have the rings, please? [Procyon prances up and Biffy grins at the dog as he takes the rings from him, giving one to Lyall.] Sandalio, do you come here freely and without reservation to give yourself to Randolph in marriage? [He murmurs his confirmation and slides the ring on Lyall’s finger.] Randolph, do you come here freely and without reservation to give yourself to Sandalio in marriage? [He also murmurs his confirmation and slides the ring onto Biffy’s finger.] And so now by the power vested in me, it is my honor and delight to declare you husband and husband. You may seal this declaration with a kiss. Congratulations.
[The kiss they share is brief but so full of the love they share for each other. And with that, they are now married. It’s time to celebrate them.]
The Reception
[The reception for the werewolf wedding is something to behold. You don't have to worry though, it's indoors. That means it's plenty warm for the beautifully decorated space. All of which is in blue and silver as per the wedding colors decided by the grooms (aka this was Biffy's idea). There is plenty of time for mingling now and either delivering gifts to the gift table or visiting with the grooms.
Should wish to there is a dance floor with music selections approved of by the grooms (again...Biffy) for the evening. But don't worry, they've been good enough to allow for selections that aren't strictly classic to allow for people of other eras to have their fun too. So break a leg on the dance floor and show everyone what a good time there is to be had there. Especially if you've had a few drinks.
After all, there is alcohol here. And it's free. But try not to get too full on it. Because Taako and Lup have provided a twelve course menu for supper. The food is sure to be something you'll be talking about for ages to come. Please do enjoy every last morsel of it. You are sure to leave full and very satisfied by the time the sun rises. (This is a wedding held entirely at night so hope you're ready to party into the morning!)
So relax and enjoy yourselves. But don't be surprised if at some point the grooms vanish during the evening only to reappear and spend the rest of the night mingling as wolves. You are at a werewolf wedding, you know.]
Broadcast: Nope
Action: Planetside
When: December 25th
The Ceremony
[Heat has been set up for the guests at the wedding of Biffy and Lyall. After all, it’s an outdoor wedding with the snow around them. Which allows the guests to appreciate the beauty of what has been created. A beautiful archway with elegant white flowers that are tied on with blue ribbon. It’s simple but there’s a beauty in that which works for both grooms.
Shiro stands under it, ready to marry the grooms who also stand there, looking across at each other. It’s so clear they’re in love with each other. Just the way they look at each other says as much. And oh what a handsome pair they make with Biffy in a blue suit and grey cravat and Lyall in a grey suit and blue cravat. Ever the fashionable pair, even at their wedding. Perhaps especially at their wedding. And with that, Shiro begins speaking.]
We are gathered together on this day to witness and celebrate the marriage of Randolph and Sandalio.
There's a lot to be said about joining two lives in the union of marriage - but these two men right here have committed to each other in a way a human like me will never fully comprehend but still can watch with the most admiring respect. The past months, I've watched you be each other's support, strength and best friend; to be alpha and beta in a perfect combination of roles that reflects who you are, but also simply two people that came together and found each other through the endless passing of immortal time.
Papers and words will never make justice to what you've been through and achieved together, and yet I'm extremely joyful that this ceremony is being celebrated. We come together not to mark the start of a marriage, but to strengthen one that already exists. Your relationship is yours and only yours, but at the same time, you want the world to acknowledge it, to share it with other important people, to be able to shout "yes, we're together!". It's the greatest honor to be able to give you that. And I'm sure that after seven or eight centuries together back on Earth, you'll be ready to do it again when the world finally understands it. Because yes, you'll still be together by then.
[Hand gesture to indicate both of them.]
It's time for the the grooms to exchange vows.
[Lyall turns towards Biffy, taking both of his hands in his and looking up at him. He’s had a hard time coming up with words he was happy with, but he’s rather happy with what he ended up putting together.]
Many things happened to lead us here. Some of them were unexpected. Many of them were sad. I worried about you for a long time, and I know you too were worried about yourself and finding your path on this road you never wanted to tread. I tried to guide your way through it as well as I could, and before I even noticed, you were the one walking ahead and opening the path for me.
I've always known you to be kind, loyal and dedicated. I've seen how powerful you are, and how you use that power to raise other people around you and not bring them down. You saw me at my lowest and yet you stayed by my side, shed tears for me when I couldn't do it myself, and made me feel safe, and warm and protected even when I believed I would never know such a feeling again.
I know I will not always be what you want me to be. I might not always agree, and I might be stubborn but I will always strive to be the man you believe I can be, because with you I am more than myself.
[Biffy smiles throughout and then laughs softly before touching Lyall’s face. It’s his turn now.]
There was a time in my life where I was lost. I was unsure of where I was going or what would become of me. During that time I was lost to darkness I thought I would remain trapped in for eternity. Until a warm glow guided me out of it.
You complete me in a way no one else ever has. I feel whole when I am with you. The world is clear and I know I can do anything when you are with me. For me it is more than just the tether I share with you but rather the feelings that we share. Sometimes I feel that words could never fully express exactly how happy you make me feel each and every day that we share together.
You are more than my Beta, Professor Randolph Lyall. You are my mate, my rock, my missing piece. I love you more than words will ever hope to express. So it is on this day I am honored to marry my greatest treasure and the only gift I could ever ask for on Christmas.
[Lyall thought he was done with blushing whenever Biffy speaks about him… apparently not so, even though it is less spectacular than it used to be. He still lowers his eyes for a second, swallowing around the lump in his throat before he looks back up. And with that, Shiro speaks again.]
May we have the rings, please? [Procyon prances up and Biffy grins at the dog as he takes the rings from him, giving one to Lyall.] Sandalio, do you come here freely and without reservation to give yourself to Randolph in marriage? [He murmurs his confirmation and slides the ring on Lyall’s finger.] Randolph, do you come here freely and without reservation to give yourself to Sandalio in marriage? [He also murmurs his confirmation and slides the ring onto Biffy’s finger.] And so now by the power vested in me, it is my honor and delight to declare you husband and husband. You may seal this declaration with a kiss. Congratulations.
[The kiss they share is brief but so full of the love they share for each other. And with that, they are now married. It’s time to celebrate them.]
The Reception
[The reception for the werewolf wedding is something to behold. You don't have to worry though, it's indoors. That means it's plenty warm for the beautifully decorated space. All of which is in blue and silver as per the wedding colors decided by the grooms (aka this was Biffy's idea). There is plenty of time for mingling now and either delivering gifts to the gift table or visiting with the grooms.
Should wish to there is a dance floor with music selections approved of by the grooms (again...Biffy) for the evening. But don't worry, they've been good enough to allow for selections that aren't strictly classic to allow for people of other eras to have their fun too. So break a leg on the dance floor and show everyone what a good time there is to be had there. Especially if you've had a few drinks.
After all, there is alcohol here. And it's free. But try not to get too full on it. Because Taako and Lup have provided a twelve course menu for supper. The food is sure to be something you'll be talking about for ages to come. Please do enjoy every last morsel of it. You are sure to leave full and very satisfied by the time the sun rises. (This is a wedding held entirely at night so hope you're ready to party into the morning!)
So relax and enjoy yourselves. But don't be surprised if at some point the grooms vanish during the evening only to reappear and spend the rest of the night mingling as wolves. You are at a werewolf wedding, you know.]
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...a bouquet. One he's carefully arranged with his own hands. He brings it out, holding it between his teeth, sitting there while he waits for Lance to react.]
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But then it hits him. He remembers the conversation he'd had with the older man, telling him about typical wedding traditions from his own time. And he feels his chest tighten up, but in a good way, a happy laugh escaping his lips.
He takes the bouquet from him, inhaling deeply before wrapping Biffy up in as best as of a hug as he can manage without damaging the flowers.]
Y'know, if I ever do get married here one day... Veronica's gonna be my maid of honor, but you're going to be my best man. I swear.
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At the mention that he'll be the Best Man with Veronica as the Maid of Honor, he makes a little noise to tell him that he's touched. In fact he gives his cheek a nose bump. Just to say thank you for that.
He'll be the best one possible!]
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[He laughs, ruffling Biffy's fur.]
Seriously...thank you. It's super, super early for me and Keith, but I want to believe that one day we're going to have the same thing you and Lyall do.
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Even if he could talk, he wouldn't burst Lance's bubble to say that he can't have what they have while they're not werewolves. Besides, he fully believes they can have the closest thing possible for mortals. They simply have to work for it. Something he believes they can do.]
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[Lance gives another little smile as he helps smooth down Biffy's fur just right again.]
If this universe had more people like you in it, it'd be a much better place, you know. But you already make it a better place. You already make me a better guy.
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He's always been a great person. That's his opinion. He has no doubts.]
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I'll keep doing my best. And you know I'll always be here for you.
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For now he noses at the flowers then looks to Keith. The other might make him...annoyed with what he's done to Lance back in that world but here he makes Lance happy. So he'll...deal with it. Tolerate him.
(Keith is honestly just lucky Biffy hasn't publicly shamed him at this point.)]
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It's... It's stupid. I've only been with him a year, and I guess we've only really been friends for a few max with all this time wibbly wobblyness, but... You know, I wouldn't really mind it happening someday. Me and him. The thought definitely gives me tons of warm fuzzies. I don't know what things will be like back home, but here...
[His eyes go back to the bouquet.]
Hey, who knows.
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Considering the fact that he's abnormally strong? It's really not hard for him to be.]
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What's up, Biffy?
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There. Now I can properly say this to you.
[He smiles warmly at his friend.]
Lance, your feelings and your desires are never stupid. Even if they may differ from others they are never stupid.
[He reaches out to put a hand on Lance's shoulder as he looks up at him.]
You have an amazing heart and I think that when you are ready you should talk to Keith. Don't hold back. Let him know how you feel about this matter. Because I want to see you follow all of your dreams.
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I... You always say the right things. And when you say it, I can believe it more.
[It's true. To have such selfless faith in him, never doubt him, never hurt him... Lance can't say that about a lot of people in his life.]
One day I will. When I'm ready, and more importantly, when he's ready. 'cause I think it's gonna take a lot longer for him than me. But I don't mind. I'm so lucky to have what we have as it is, and I couldn't be happier. It's just nice to fantasize about a wedding and stuff cause I'm a giant sap.
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[He smiles at him warmly, laughing softly.]
I'm not rushing you, I promise. I only ask you to go for something when your heart tells you to rather than letting your mind hold you back as you put everyone else before yourself. You deserve just as much as the rest of us. You two will find the time is right for you for moving forward.
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[He manages a little smile. The doubt is still there, but it isn't as bad. Biffy is good at helping with that. Lance just feels bad that he ends up needing this all the time.]
Who knows, maybe if everything is still going well by our next anniversary, I'll bring it up with him...
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[Of course he looks amused at that but settles for a simple laugh.]
Just do what feels right to you, Lance. If today is the right moment then go for it. If the right moment isn't until your anniversary then that is also appropriate. Just let your mind give your heart freedom to beat.
[He rests his hand over Lance's heart.]
You have a beautiful soul. I just want to see you happy.