1.0:A final moment of peace... (open to all)

[Alessia]

For a brief moment it was just like old times. Alessia could almost see the Saints walking around her, it was... reassuring.

She comforted Nia, happy that she was crying instead of setting her dress on fire, "P-Please don't cry Nia, I mean... hey! Look at that, I see they're serving tea over there. I bet it's just like the kind of tea Sonorc would give you when you'd start crying."

She pulled Nia over to the table as one of the servants poured Nia a cup of hot tea. Alessia didn't sit down, afraid of what might happen to her dress if she did, "Are you hungry at all, Nia? I'm sure I can get something out for you if you want."

[A.B.A.]

Along the carefree citizens and few recognizable faces a young and lovely girl slipped through the crowds that stopped to gather and made her way for the main hall. While only a teenager Velestia Normire had the serious glower of a woman twice her age.

To think he would dare as to turn this place against me so soon. I swear if it's him... She thought to herself as she marvelled at how easily they had repaired the damage done by the battle. It was one of the many benefits in having Geomancers on hand; the walls never stayed destroyed for long.

In part A.B.A. wondered why she had taken the risk to come out here in the first place. Seigmand had seemed to greatly trust in the info provided by the Golems, of that she was sure. Just as sure as she was that it would be Roxa in that hall, she was equally unsure of what she intended to do once she saw him. She looked to her walking staff, currently the form taken by Paracelsus, and frowned. To attack him would be suicide. No, that wasn't why she had come.

As she pondered absentmindedly to herself she completely missed a crowd right infront of her, bashing her head and staff right into the back of Andy Jammer. Alarmed and taken out of her thoughts she looked wide eyed at him and took a hasty bow.

"My...my apologies sir!" She stammered out.

[King Roxa Hiaten]

Roxa nodded down at Eli. "My lips are sealed!" He said with a wink as he gave him another pat on the shoulder before turning to Riliath and Gensayce, he looked at them both, a small smile painted on his face as he stared at his two best friends. They'd done an awful lot for them in the past, the positions he'd given them were only the surface of what he could do to repay them, but he would try as hard as he could to let them know just how much they both meant to him, they were the only reason he was where he was after all...

"Gensayce..." He said with a grin. "Could you just go and inform everyone that I shall be with them shortly? Then if you could go with Riliath..? Like we planned..?" Gensayce grinned wryly and slipped away, a group of guards armoured exactly the same as Gensayce followed. The only difference was that Gensayce's own armour had golden inlays. Stepping into the main hall, the soldiers all banged their spears onto the ground, Gensayce standing with his hands behind his back. He smiled down at the others, he recognized some faces from his brief stint as a hero.

"King Roxa Hiaten shall be with you shortly, please enjoy yourselves whilst you wait... The wedding will begin shortly." He bowed his head in respect, before stepping out of the room again.

[genericvillain]

Nia smiled and quickly wiped away her tears, stuttering some more as she was guided away by Alessia. Her cloak's sleeves were wet now but she didn't care, the young woman took another slow breath and gladly accepted the tea that was offered to her. She gave it a warm smile as she looked into the cup at the orange-tinted liquid.

"Th-the tea is fine, thank you, Alessia," she sniffed as she held the cup in her hands, "I'm sorry. I am just v-v-very happy for you both. After all we have been through I am glad you two are together and happy. It's nothing I want more for our family than f-f-f-f-fo...to-t-t-bother bother bother!"

She squinted and glared down into her cup, taking another breath.

"S-sorry. I'm so happy for my brother and sister today. You look beautiful...how have you been?"

[The Other]

Towering over many of the other guests The Other glided into the main hall, surveying over it's inhabitants with a steely, curious gaze. Much as the idea of a...what was it called, a wedding bored him, the idea of such a grand gathering for the new king and queen had piqued his curiosity. He had been taught what the ceremony entailed, and how meticulous each and every detail was planned out for such an occasion, and the whole while he could not help but fantasize how enjoyable it would be to disperse just a little chaos into something so finely tuned. However, duties were duties, and for today he knew he would restrain himself for the sake of such royal duties.

At last spotting a woman matching the description of a bride, his brow rose in realization and he approached. It was a bride right? That's what they were called, or was that the man? Bah, humans placed too much importance on genders anyways.

"Hello ma'am, you look the part of a most splendid bride this day. From the lands of Ariadelvento, I have a gift for you and your...man. I was told such things were the custom of these lands." He did not reveal his maw to speak, supposing it would be better to not terrify the lady on her day of shackling herself to one human for the rest of her life. Reaching into his body he pulled out a long and stout axe covered by a finely decorated leather cover. "I was told you people appreciated silver for a gift on a wedding?"

[Andy Jammer]

"Yeah my gauntlets how-" he blinked catching the innuendo in her statement and clearing his throat. "I didn't realize we were at THAT point in our relationship."

"I'm gonna go throw up." Leah announced sarcastically, Andy threw her a look and rolled his eyes.

Andy was about to say something else when someone bumped into him, he accidentally crashed into Jasmine for a moment before straightening himself and making sure she was alright. He turned back to the person and nodded.

"No it's fine don't..." he paused for a moment, "...have we met before?"

[Alessia]

"I've been... stressed," she answered truthfully. The headaches and the nightmares that were accompanying her weren't helping with her stress level at all, "But I'm happy too, if that makes sense..."

And than the Other approached her, her eyes wide with shock at the sheer size of the man. Who on Allorum even let him into the party? And than she recalled that this... um, thing was indeed a king.

"Oh... uh..." she blinked a couple times, taking the axe in hand, it was so heavy that she nearly dropped it on her foot, "Many thanks. You have no idea how much of a need I was for an... axe."

[Zeke Omoihake]

Zeke just went wide-eyed at Alexander's barrage of questions. "Uhhhhh, I don't really know honestly. I think it's suppose to be for like, everything in the marriage. I guess that makes them kind of equal and...did you just bring up her virginity now?" The last bit of Alexander's rant stuck out to him. "Regardless, a lot of that stuff is just rituals and ceremony. It's suppose to be for fun and for making everything look pretty. I don't think that it actually does something to the marriage. Just relax boss, let the couple do what they want."

[glitters]

Jasmine didn't have anything to say to Andy, her only response coming as a shrug and a blush to her cheeks. Her eyebrow twitched at Leah's immature outburst and where she really wanted to call the girl out on it she kept herself quiet instead, only for a moment before Andy crashed into her. She yelped, but quickly showed she was alright (waving her arms around and straightening her dress mumbling, "I'm alright, I'm alright" basically did it) though.

[Benjamin Kírix-Unda]

Benjamin stepped in casually. Looking around he smiled, our nation helped make this happen... he thought to himself as he stepped around the crowded hall, feeling some sense of pride with every step he took. He could hear a familiar yell coming from the crowd, smiling he came right up behind Alexander and spoke.

"If she is anything like the legends told about her than I doubt she cares much for luck." Benjamin smiled while looking over at the bride, she was a incredibly beautiful lady, "Sorry... I'm a big reader of the story of the Saints, but who isn't?"

[genericvillain]

Nia was going to say that everything should be better for Alessia after the wedding when The Other showed up and handed Alessia an axe. It was an odd wedding present but for all she knew maybe Alessia really did need an axe. What was it her mother always said about her marriage? The woman needed a good weapon to 'put the man in his place'?

"D-did you need help with that, Alessia?" Nia set her teacup down and offered to carry the axe for her.

[alexanderthegreat]

Alexander crossed his arms and said darkly, "You're supposed to be a virgin when you get married." His eyes then narrowed at Zeke as though he were accusing the man of a vicious crime.

Of course, that was when Benjamin walked in on the conversation and immediately Alexander became flustered and in an attempt to look smooth he started waving his hand in a really awkward greeting to Benjamin instead of waving it around when he was startled by his presence.

"WHOA--yes! I mean," Alexander shifted uncomfortably, "s-she's fine and all, it's just a different...way of doing things for my liking, I guess. How are you, President Benjamin?"

[King Roxa Hiaten]

True to Gensayce's statement, Roxa had not indeed been all that long. Once again, their was a banging of spears as the soldiers all stood to attention, a voice suddenly called out.

"The King of Roccia! King Roxa Hiaten."[/i]

Gensayce stepped out into the open, onto a large balcony which overlooked the room in which everyone was residing, he rested his hands against the edge and looked out at everybody. This was it... Moment of truth, time for his big speech.

"Ladies and Gentlemen!" He started, motioning to them all with one sweeping arc of his hand. "Kings and Warriors... You are all gathered here today at my own request, and for those of you who have arrived, you have my utmost thanks for joining me on this very special day..." He looked around, seeing familiar faces almost everywhere, he almost had to compose himself for a moment before continuing.

"It was only a few weeks ago, that this nation had fallen to my control. The weak pretender who had taken the place of Seigmand Dezmar was causing atrocities throughout this land... And I for one couldn't stand by as innocents suffered in the name of his so called justice. Some would call my methods heavy handed, others would call it an act of revolution, either way blood was spilled and that is something that will never be replaced. But you are gathered here for my wedding, my wedding to the most beautiful woman I have ever met... She is more than just my love, she is my friend, and my colleague. Truly, without her I am nothing... So without further ado, I ask that you all allow me to show you one final thing before we move into the throne room for the service." He looked over his shoulder, and nodded...

[Gensayce Zidjiai]

Gensayce and Riliath both entered side by side. Each one was dressed in their ceremonial armour much like the King, but their weapons were strapped across their backs. Each one carried a small bundle in their arms, wrapped up enough that they may be kept peaceful, but exposed enough so that people could clearly see who they were. It was odd, both men were fully grown warriors, scarred by many battles, yet both smiled warmly down at their small wards which they carried so carefully.

A baby boy, and a baby girl.

Roxa spoke.

"Allow me to introduce you to my children... Prince Goti Hiaten, and Princess Olivia Hiaten..."

[A.B.A.]

A.B.A. cursed silently to herself as her surprise had let the foolish healer gain a moment's control over her actions. Taking control from Velestia she drew herself back upright only to lock eyes with a young man and woman that she recognized immediately. Taking a cautious step backwards from the two heroes A.B.A. tried to think of something quickly to say.

What's the matter stupid girl? Are you already having trouble with people as soon as I'm not out in front to handle them for you? Seigmand's words taunted her from inside her mind.

"No." A.B.A. at last answered. "No, we've never met before, but I know of you both. Andy Jammer and Jasmine Loque. It's hard to be a traveller and not hear of your exploits. I...I ah..."

Ask them how it feels to be celebrating the destruction of a man who once tried to help them save the world?[/b] Seigmand's sour words again pestered her.

"So, how do you know the bride and groom?" A.B.A. finally managed to get out as she tried to drown out Seigmand's banter.