Mount Olympus [2]

Rayah

A smile forms on my face and I nod, just focusing on Jace, "I do," I reply, staring into his eyes, and wait for the preacher to go on.

Jace

I smile back at her and stare her in the eyes as well, listening for the next part. The preacher has us exchange rings, saying our vows. I tell her every part of me, tell her that she is the reason I am living and will continue to do so, and slip the band around her finger. I hear Nic snicker behind me and blush a little at how gushy I had gotten.

Rayah

I swallow at what he tells me, not had prepared a speech and hear Jackie giggle and look away. Oh shut up, Jackie. I flash a smile at her before glancing back at Jace, searching deep in my heart to find the right words to say.

"Jace," I start, "You're my everything. From the top of my heart...to the bottom, I will always love you no matter what I say. I swear and promise to be by your side until our end, and I want you to know that all I ever need is right infront of me," I clear my throat, "I want you to know I love you," And with that, I slip the ring on his finger.

Jackie's jaw drops and I glance at her, smirking, Told you I could do it.

Jace

I smile at what she tells me, wanting to kiss her right then and there. Instead, I wait for the say so, the preacher going through the rest of his little speech thing.

One thing I forgot to say, Ray. I'll never leave you, never let words get in the way... I promise to never forsake you.

Rayah

I smile at Jace and nod, the preacher blabbering on about god and stuff...

"And with the power invested in me..." the preacher says, "And all holy beings, I declare you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride."

Balthier

I had completely glossed over in my imagination wondering on how it would be to finally wed the one I love the most, I clutched the pendent though my vest and shirt as I remember my mother and father. It wasn't until Gray shock my back to reality, only to some really bad news.

"Hades' army is approaching, we need to get these two out of here on the double." He says.

"Hold the army back as long as possible until the wedding is over with." I said.

Jace

I flash a smile and lean down to kiss my wife. In three days, we'd have our children. We'd be a family. Just like imagined. Then the hairs on the back of my neck stand up and I sense Alyx tense behind me. I close my eyes and ignore it, knowing everyone else could handle things this time around.

Rayah

I smile and kiss him back just as I get a bad feeling about something. People start cheering, though there was some tension.

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Jackie

Oohhhhh sh*t.

Knowing what's going on, I glance at Rayah and motion for her to speed it up, nervous. Poseidon nods at me and I nod back, keeping my distance but keeping my powers unlocked in case anything happened.

Balthier

I could sense the tension in the air, I sat up and moved to stand on the roof of the car as I saw it all right behind me. Millions of undead gathering and forming ranks, this was going to be a hell of a battle.

"Jace, Rayah, get the heck out of dodge now!" I ordered.

Jace

I glance up at Balthier and then look back to Alyx and Nic. Alyx's eyes are wide, frozen before him, and I swallow. He never has a vision like that... Not since... I take Rayah's hands again and lead her away from the crowd, hoping we could get home before anything more happened. I can protect her there. Being closed in is a better advantage for defense than being out in the open. There's nowhere to take cover there... I can keep her safe on my own if needbe.

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Nic

I stay by Alyx's side until he's finished with his vision, watching Jace and Rayah run out of the ceremony. I bolt to find Jackie and sigh of relief when I do.

"Are you going to stay?" I ask, "Or should we go after Jace and Rayah? Ensure they're safe."

Rayah

Jace pulls me away from the crowd and leads me to his house. Seeing all the undead...

Swallowing, and amazingly scared at what I see, I search for Jackie in the crowd once we exit. No, no, no, no, no.... I look away and Jace keeps leading me there, closing the door behind us once we get in. My heart beating in my chest, I pace around the room, scared as hell. I glance outside to see the whole army invading the neighborhood. I take a couple steps backwards and start shaking again, anxiety taking over.

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Jackie

I glance up at Nic, thinking, "Um...I have to fight," I glance back at the army, "Poseidon's orders."

I fold my arms and sigh, waiting for his reply.

Jace

I lock the door behind us and take position by the window, watching for signs of trouble. I loosen my tie and nearly throw it off me, intently listening to Rayah's panicked breath. Swearing, I turn away from the window and take her in my arms, leading her into the spare room and lifting a hidden hatch.

"S'okay, Ray," I comfort her, glancing out the window again, "We're gonna hide, alright? They won't find us if we're quiet. C'mon."

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Nic

I nod and swallow, looking around. The undead army ventures closer, making my decision easy.

"I'm staying," I say. Yes, you're powerful and I don't doubt your ability to take these freaks on...but I don't want to not be here in the chance something does happen. I'd kill myself if anything did. "Alyx can go. He's more defensive anyway."

I make eye contact with my brother and he nods, disintegrating. I stand beside Jackie and look her in the eyes.

Damn finality.

"You got a sword I could use?"

Rayah

I swallow, "We have to hide in there? I'm not good in small places."

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Jackie

I nod and think of a sword in my mind, one forming in my hand moments later. I hand it over and think of a bow and arrow, it forming in my right, "Ready?"

Spoiler

Just had an idea...How cool would it be to have their kids on their wedding day? Like...to give birth?

Jace

I think, licking my lips as I look around, and find something else. Letting go of her for a second, I close the hatch and door to the room, remembering this is the one without windows. I push the dresser in front of the door and then press the bedframe against it. Slipping the mattress off, I set it in the furthest corner and grab a few blankets and pillows as well.

"C'mere then," I motion her over, setting up a spot for her to sit as comfortably as possible, "We'll stay in here. It's not so bad."

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Nic

I flash a smile and turn the sword over in my hands, getting used to it. I nod at Jackie and pull her into a quick kiss, setting my forehead against hers afterwards.

"Side by side," I whisper, "Or back to back. I know you can do this...but I don't want to lose sight of you. I can't...lose you, Jacks. I told you that dream. It's not the same, I know, but I can't. I love you. Let's fight for each other, protect each other. Love is the fuel of fury."

Spoiler

Oh! Sure.

Rayah

I hesitate before plopping down, flashing a small smile and crossing my arms over myself, "Thanks."

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Jackie

I nod, flashing a smile, and turn from him. Someone runs towards me and I focus my arrow, shooting. It hits them right in the heart and I lower it, glancing around.