driftfleet | 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.]

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

Exactly, my dear petal. Vampires are simply the fashion icons of our world. While my entire style may never come back, it does keep so many fine young men from dressing like they are attending a funeral.

[He considers this a moment]

How about the first time, we have yours and the next, mine. So that way we both get to try proper tea from our homes.

I like this idea. A way to experience both while ensuring we will certainly enjoy at least one.

[He likes strategies like this. It's clever and also self-serving in a way. It's quite delightful honestly.]

The Western culture usually sit upon chairs if I recall. Would you be more comfortable that way?

[Just so he knows where to invite him to for tea.]

Of course. It is best to sample tea with someone who knows the special notes of it.

[No one can claim that Akeldama isn’t shrewd. He is very shrewd and knows how to work any social interaction]

Yes, we do sit on chairs where I am from. And how would you?

Agreed.

[Ah. So he'd been right about this culture of chairs. Well in that case...]

I am used to sitting upon the floor. Perhaps on a cushion for comfort. I have no chairs in my dojo where I typically have tea. If you would be more comfortable then we can enjoy tea on my ship instead.

[He considers the options there with that. While the chance of experiencing another culture properly intrigues him, the thought of possibly ruining the knees of his trousers kneeling for an extended period is positively frightening. Finally he answers]

Mayhaps, not the first time. We can work out a day where I can experience that. I will just have to be prepared.

Of course. I will make certain that we have seats and a table to sit at.

[That doesn't bother him in the slightest. Kogarasumaru is ever willing to adapt to his situation as he needs to.]

If we are to be stuck in this place, we may as well enjoy things while we can, I think.

Then that will be just perfect, darling! I am creature of habit unfortunately and I can be very stubborn.

[He would like to say he was accommodating... but he wasn't. He's used to getting his way. So yeah... he'd LIKE to say that]

Yes, we might as well. It is a wonderful chance to learn.

[He just looks amused at the comment on him being stubborn. Of course when you are an ancient sword, things like that have less meaning in the end. After all, stubbornness is only a small thing in the vast expanse of time. Even when encountering other immortals.

Such is the mindset of a father.]

It is a wonderful chance. I have already experienced so much in this place and have been able to share my culture with others.

[Well, he really is a man after his own heart, amused by the comment about stubborn. Stubborn happens fairly easy with immortals and he can tell that Kogarasumaru feels the same way. Ah, someone who understands, refreshing]

I have shared some as well. Other seem to be somewhat educated in our world by the lovely grooms, but they are surprisingly uneducated about vampires.

I wonder if there have been other vampires here before you. Do you know?

I actually arrived with another vampire. One Alucard. There was also at least one here previously. But not one from my world.

I see. So neither have been from your world then? Which means there could be differences between you.

Oh, I am sure there are, darling. Our physiology seems to be markedly different. I am far more aware of their presence than they seem to be with mine. I suppose vampires in their world just are not so territorial as they are in mine.

That must be quite the unique complication to deal with.

Is it? It is common for vampires in my world. We are very territorial. If it were a fellow member of my hive, there would be absolutely no problems with him. But since they are not, my senses tell me something is amiss when there is another vampire in my space.

Rather I meant that it would be complicated in the matter of them not having this sense. So they would wander into your territory yet not be aware. However you would be highly aware of the fact.

I suppose it is. It is possible that they do and are not as bothered as I am. It is lucky that I am the only vampire on my ship. Prevents such issues from coming up regularly.

I suppose that I should be grateful that such a thing is not a part of the tsukumogami lore to my knowledge. That would complicate matters and be a shame. For I wish to be able to be with others should they arrive here.

It would make for a very lonely life. Of course, rove vampires usually do have their own financial interests and hire at least one drone so that does help the matter when we can't be near our own kind.

A drone? What is a drone?

A drone is a servant of a vampire, for lack of a more fitting term. While older werewolves can stand the sun for brief periods, a vampire can never be exposed to sunlight. A drone assists the vampire by performing daylight tasks for them as well as offering themselves as a food source. For their service, they receive patronage from the vampire so that they may continue their art.

I see. There is much that I will be learning about your kind during our time together. Already I am looking forward to all you can share.

And I am looking forward to learning about yours as well. I have a feeling there is a wealth of information we can learn from each other.

A Werewolf Wedding

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