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Her skin was warm against me, stirring up the desire for more once again, but I pushed it down. There would be plenty of time for that later. For now my thoughts were only for what Maurina wanted. I held her close, leaning down to whisper. "My love, what is it that you most desire?"

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I thought about it for a moment, looking up at his beautiful face. Only one thing came to mind. I wanted him. And I wanted him now! But I also wanted to do it right. So, without further ado, I asked, "To marry you. I want to be with you, as a wife. So can we get married? Like today?"

I chuckled. "Of course! If that's what you want. I'm sure I can get something set up with Pete." I sighed. "But that means we have to leave." My smile grew wide. "Then again, this means we can have more fun later." I slid Maurina off my lap, giving her a final kiss before redressing.

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I gave him a wicked grin, and feeling brave, I said, "That was my plan!"
I then turned and pulled on my own clothed. I left off most layers, opting for just my shirt, jeans, and cloak.
"I'm all set!" I told him as I finished. I turned and gave him a kiss.

"I'm going to go find Pete. I have a few ideas, and I want to keep them a surprise." I smiled at her. I'm sure I looked ridiculous, with a great dopey smile plastered on my face, but I couldn't help it. I was getting married! I felt fairly confident that Pete would be onboard. To me, he seemed like the kind of guy who would roll with a spontaneous wedding. "I'll find you when everything is ready" A thought came to me suddenly, causing me to blush slightly. "Unless of course, you would also like to help get everything planned."

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I beamed at his excitement It was so cute! If you'd told me a year ago I'd be proposed to and married in the same day, I would have laughed in your face! But with Jacob? Jacob was different! He was safe and warm! Kind and gentle! And I couldn't wait to give myself to him, in mind, spirit and body. "Well, I'd like to find a dress...and according to tradition you can't see it," I smiled shyly. "I'll also need something new, something old, something borrowed and something blue. So I guess I'll ask Pete if he knows of anyone who can help me."

"Ok then, let's go!" I grabbed her hand, pulling her quickly towards the elevator. Brutis, who was lying on one of the couches, jumped up with a bark, following us. Once outside we quickly made our way back to the mall. Upon entering, I spotted and old woman sitting in a wheel chair near the entrance. "Excuse me ma'am, do you know where Pete is?" The woman smiled warmly at us. "Of course Jacob dear, he's in his office down by Sears. And I'd just like to be the first to congratulate you and Maurina both. Marriage is so exciting!" At my confused, and slightly startled look, she laughed. "My mind got a bit sharper when all this happened. I've become very good at figuring things out." After thanking her we set off in the direction of the department store.

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I laughed at Jacobs excitement. I was so happy! Brutis ran ahead of us, yipping back at us like he couldn't wait either. I looked at the department store windows, hopping one of them would hold a wedding dress. People kept looking at us as we nearly ran in our excitement. But I didn't care! Jacob had my hand in his and kept looking back at me with the cutest grin! We finally hunted down the Sears and found Pete's office.

We entered the office to find Pete sitting in a large wingback chair. "Hey, my two favorite prophetic city savers! Sit down, sit down." He gestured at two swivel chairs, which we took, still holding hands. "Now what can I do for ya?" I glanced at Maurina. "Well, we have decided that we want to get married. Today." I hoped he would be onboard with the idea. Pete leaned back in his chair, eyes wide. "What do ya know. The old coot was right again." He shook off his stupor. "Yeah, that's sounds good to me. Congratulations. I'll do anything I can to help. You'll be needing a dress I assume. Two stores down we have a lady who can make you whatever you want."

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"Really? Oh! Thank you, Pete! I'd love that!" I gushed, leaning forward. "Jacob, do you mind if I head off? It might take a while. I'll take Brutis so he doesn't cause any trouble!"
Brutis jumped over, sneezing on my knees.
"Bru!" I laughed, ruffling his fur. "That's so gross! But I love you anyway," I gave him a kiss on his forehead.

I kissed her. "Of course. Whatever you need. I'll stay here and plan a few things with Pete."

(I have total writers block write now ._. This is all I could come up with.)

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(lol! it's fine! I'll take over Maurina's stuff so you can think up some surprises!)

I kissed him back then stood and left, leaving the guys to plan. When I made it to the store, I hesitantly stood in the doorway. "Hello? Um, Pete said there was someone who could help me make a dress here..."
"Oh! Hello, love, come on in!" A motherly looking woman said, walking out of a back room. She walked forward and studied me, sizing me up for a dress I assumed. "What can I help you with?"
"Well, um, I just got engaged today and we were going to get married today. I know the timing is tight, but Pete said you could help me make a dress?" I asked, playing with the simple but elegant engagement ring on my finger.
The woman smiled and pulled me into an unexpected hug. "Oh! You must be our fabled savior! Of course I can help! What do you have in mind? I can make just about anything! And don't worry about the time. My power, while not a very defensive or offensive one, is to sew. If it was a sport, I'd win the gold! I can have a weeding dress done in an hour or so."
"Really?" I asked, unsure of how to respond to this woman. She was so wonderful! I decided I liked her. "Well, I was thinking...." I explained to her my plans and she grinned.
"Step on up here," she said, patting a wide stool. "I'm Anna, by the way. Now, you stay here and I'll grab some fabric, lace, and beads and we'll get started!"
In roughly a half an hour, she had the fabric pinned in all the right places and was helping me out of it.
"Now, go on in next door. Tell the woman there I sent you and she'll help you with some flowers and jewelry!" Anna said, ushering me out the door. I took Brutis with me and followed her instructions.

After Maurina left Pete turned to me with a very serious expression. "Ok kid, I need to tell you something I wasn't exactly comfortable saying with her in the room. Turns out, minutes after you two arrived, Sam belched out a new prophecy. Very disturbing to watch by the way. Anyway this new one ain't as cheery as the last one. Listen."

The tainted virgin shall be made pure, through lovers touch, a husbands cure.
She searches for light in depths below, now shackled with new pain and woe.

The child of doubt is now a man, with wife to walk with, hand in hand.
But a demon lurks within his soul, with skin of white, and suit of coal.
When candles light has been snuffed out, HE will arise with fear and doubt.

I was stunned. What could it mean? White skin and coal suit. I new exactly what it was referring to, but why? Why was that stupid urban legend so important?! Pete sighed. "I can't figure much out from it, but I do know that this wedding seems to be the right thing to do." He rose. "Follow me and we'll get everything situated." As we left, I made sure my eyes were averted from the shop Pete had directed Maurina to, just in case she was still there. Pete spoke into his walkie, then turned to look at me. "I've got some guys setting up grass on the roof. After we get you suited up, we'll take you up there to help get everything ready." He laughed. "Best thing about these new powers is all the average everyday uses for them! Take old lady Wicker for instance. We don't have any problem with stealing, because she can figure out who took what and when, with just a glance." I remembered the old woman in the wheel chair. That must be her. We continued walking, till we came to a shop with a few tuxedos in the window. Thirty minutes later and I was ready. We headed for the stairs to the roof, Pete snagging me a ring on the way. "Wouldn't you have looked a fool with out that, huh?" He chuckled. Once on the roof, I moved quickly. I soon had all the ceremony items ready. I had set up alter area (don't know what it's actually called) with a white arch and blue draping cloth. On the four rows of lawn chair that I could find, I had put purple bows. Purple had always been my favorite color. Pete was a great help. While I was setting up my part, he was on his walkie getting food and music ready. He also apparently spread the word about it, because soon there were over seventy people up on the roof. It was almost time.

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I walked back to Anna's store. She had finished the dress and made me close my eyes as she helped my into it. I looked in the mirror and gasped. I looked like a princess!
"Is...is that...really me?" I asked Anna.
"Do you not like it, hun?" she asked.
"I love it!" I told her, hugging her. She smiled and pulled me back.
"Now, time for makeup and accessories!" She sat me down on a stool and began to doll me up.
"She all set, Anna? I'm not sure how much longer I can stall the boy," Pete laughed, walking into the store.
"Hi Pete," I greeted him.
"Oh, you look lovely. Now, I know I'm not your father or anything, but I came to offer to walk you down the aisle," Pete asked.
"Really? You would?" I asked, tears brimming in my eyes.
Pete laughed and offered me his arm. I took it and held the flowers nervously. I couldn't believe this was happening. But I was so happy.
(Her dress! made me so happy to find it!)

I nervously stood at the alter, adjusting my tie every few seconds. Everyone was in there seats, eagerly awaiting the arrival of Maurina. As I messed with the tie for the thirty seventh time, the old pastor smiled, and gave me a pat on the shoulder. "Calm down son. Everything is going to be fine." I smiled back at him, relaxing slightly. He was right. I had nothing to be nervous about. I was about to have the girl of my dreams become my wife. What could possibly go wrong?

(I like the dress. It's very pretty! :))

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I stood at the end of the aisle, looking down at the very nervous Jacob. He hadn't noticed me yet. I watched him play with his tie. It was so cute. He looked so sexy in his suit and tie.
Pete bent and whispered in my ear, "His face is going to light up in three...two...one..."
Jacob looked up and his face light up. His fingers stilled. I smiled serenely over at him.
Pete chuckled and the music began. I was so happy I wasn't wearing heels. I would have twisted my ankles! I concentrated on putting one foot in front of the other.

When my eyes landed on her I was stunned. She was gorgeous. My hands stopped fiddling with the worn out tie, and fell to my sides. I couldn't believe it. This angel, the most beutiful person on earth, was about to be my wife. I grinned, unable to keep my composure. My heart beat harder in my chest as she approached. A few more steps and she was beside me. I could here my heart in my ears. I took her hand, trying to convince myself that this was real. The pastor began to speak.

(I'm really not sure how to go from here. :/ I've never been to a wedding so I'm not sure what he is supposed to say.)

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(np! I've got your back! :D )

"Hi..." I whispered, breathless because suddenly, I forgot how to breath. He slowly lifted my veil and I smiled up at him. We turned to face the priest. He began to speak, but I didn't hear any of it. My heart was pounding so loud in my chest I was afraid everyone could hear it! I didn't hear anything until he said, "Do you Jacob Finestro take Maurina Waters to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, for as long as you both shall live?"
I turned and looked into Jacobs warm eyes.

This was it. I turned to Maurina, staring into her beutiful golden eyes. At first my throat decided that it didn't want to speak, forcing me to clear my throat. A murmur of laughter rippled through the crowd. I smiled, before saying those two words, the most important words of my life. "I do."

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My heart stopped. Then it kicked up and raced ahead at a frightening pace. Then the priest spoke those words to me.
"I do," I managed to say breathlessly. I still couldn't remember how to breath. But I remembered how much I loved the man in front of me.
"Then I now pronounce you man and wife. Jacob, you may kiss your bride," he finished.
I had eyes for no one and nothing but Jacob. His soft dark hair, his soft sweet lips, his loving eyes.