I am Hers, She is Mine

The day that had been a lifetime in the making had finally arrived. When Artorias' eyes opened to the morning sun that day, he had expected to feel some sort of nervousness, anxiety, something around the importance of the upcoming ceremony that would change his life forever. But he hadn't. The Aegis only felt peace, happiness, excitement. He was getting to marry his best friend, the love of his life! Today would mark the first day of the rest of forever for them. Artorias was so ready. Per wedding tradition, he and Briar had spent the night apart so they could prepare for one another in private. Artorias hadn't seen the outfit Plague had created for Briar, but if his attire was half as gorgeous as the one he'd crafted for his fiancée, he knew Briar was going to look breathtaking! The blue-furred wolf spent his morning bathing, grooming, making himself as presentable as possible for the ceremony and for the crowd of family and friends they'd soon be entertaining. Everyone they'd invited had RSVPd with their attendance, so a large crowd was expected. Fortunately, everyone in the Hallows had worked hard to have things prepared and ready. The castle looked stunning, decorated in flower and ivy garlands all around. The gardens were in full bloom, the wisteria trees a cascading fall of lilac petals. The kitchen and great hall smelled of delicious foods and treats. He was so, so proud of everyone's hard work to make this event special for him and Briar, it nearly brought a tear to his eye.

Once he had made sure everything was in place or underway, Artorias returned to his chambers to dress. His eyes moved over the fine garments laid out on the bed, running a careful paw across the orange and white sash and over the metal buckle that had been meticulously polished and engraved with an emblem of flames in honor of the Hallows' ever-burning fire. Beside the sash and crest lay a pristine black leather vest embellished with a silver trim, all polished to a regal sheen. Artorias slid the vest on and fastened it in place, then draped the sash across his chest and torso and affixed it to the vest with the silver crest. The Aegis had never been one to obsess over an opulent appearance, but when he stepped over to the old mirror on the wall and saw his reflection, he couldn't help but feel a little bit of pride at what he saw. He looked like a real alpha of a noble family, someone worth marrying a Fatalis princess. Now all he had to do was make it through the ceremony.

Fully dressed for the occasion, Artorias headed down to the golden sands of the Shimmering Shore, where an arbor had been set up and adorned with a variety of seasonal blooms. The day was gorgeous—warm, sunny, and with barely a cloud in the sky save for a few fluffy white ones dotting the endless blue canvas. A cool coastal breeze kept the heat of summer at bay and blended the scent of sea salt pleasantly with the florals. Artorias arrived with Tamsyn, who would be their officiant for the day as the former alpha of the Hallows, and made sure everything was set to go. Then the groom waited beneath the arbor for the rest of their families to arrive and get settled in while they waited for his blushing bride to make her way down the aisle.

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OOC: All attendees, please post a short arriving post getting seated to be counted in attendance. Please try to have all attendees in the thread by May 17th. After the first round, only Artorias, Briar, and Tamsyn should post until the ceremony is complete. Then you may join back to interact with everyone present.


"Artorias & Briar Carpathius"