[21:09] While we wait, the setup: The wedding is being held in Seventh Heaven. The Commodore 64 has been asked to officiate the ceremony. Maiko has asked Tal to be the maid of honor. I believe Zach selected Prescot as best man. :) [21:10] the commodore 64? nice. [21:11] no way, I'm Atari all the way... [21:11] ::grin:: Most of the crew, I imagine, has been invited. [21:12] While we wait for Zach, at least everyone can mingle :) [21:12] Sim start! [21:12] *** CoroLCARS changes topic to '=/\= U.S.S. Coronado, NCC-97901... http://www.jestertrek.com/coro2400/ =/\= Sim in progress! =-= Coronado sims at 9:00pm ET Mondays, with an after-sim most weeks immediately following!' [21:12] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +m [21:14] <> [21:14] ::stands in 7H wearing his dress uniform:: [21:14] Seventh Heaven has been cleared out for the wedding; most of the chairs and tables have been moved elsewhere to allow for comfortable seating and a place has been set aside near the window for those involved to participate in the ceremony (though the windows are opaque given the ship is at slipstream:: [21:15] ::makes sure his dress uniform is nice and neat as he heads into 7H:: [21:15] ::stands just outside of 7H in the ridiculous dress given to her by Maiko:: Are you certain I can't talk you out of this, Ms. D'Rall? [21:17] ::stands in front of Daren, looking a bit nervous as he leans over to Prescot:: (wq) You have the ring, right? [21:17] *> ::chuckles at Commander Tal:: Commander, if you truly knew what love was, you wouldn't have to say that. ::Sad smile:: Sorry. I suppose that sounds pretty harsh. But Zach and I are soul mates. We're destined to be together. And this ceremony makes it formal and binding. To death 'til us part, as it sometimes goes. [21:17] the ring? ::pauses:; uhm, no. I'm not the best man...I'm the priest...or, whatever. [21:17] ::tugs on the collar of his dress uniform, having agreed to wear it instead of his formal armor... but managing to get his Knighthood sword by as well, nodding as Zach asks the question:: (w) Yes.. Right here ::pulling the ring out slightly and showing it to Zach before putting it back in his coat pocket:: [21:19] ::looks at Daren a bit oddly and then nods at Prescot, looking relieved:: [21:19] ::takes a seat in the back of the room:: [21:20] *> ::brushes some imaginary creases out of her gown, then smiles as her father comes up to the two:: [21:20] Very well. I believe that we about to begin. [21:20] ::looks around:: Are we going to get this started sometime soon? [21:21] *> Ready, sweetheart? [21:22] *> ::takes a deep breath, then nods... Salem gestures for the bridal party to enter:: [21:22] ::looks at Daren and nods, then wipes his hands on his pant legs:: [21:22] ::nods, waiting for music and procession:: [21:23] ::enters, moving slowly to what sounds like an old funeral dirge:: [21:24] ::makes her way to the front of the room and steps to the side opposite Prescot and Zachery:: [21:24] ::steps into the entrance once those before them have reached the front of the room, Maiko's father gently guiding her arm in arm:: [21:24] (( The bride's dress: http://farrell.mcc3d.com/wedding/maiko_dress.jpg )) [21:25] (( forget the dress, I want the bride! )) [21:25] ::makes her way down the aisle in step with the music, her eyes locked on Zachery's, a happy smile on her face, almost tearful:: [21:26] ::When they halt at the end of the aisle, Maiko's father leans over and kisses her on her cheek, then, taking her hand, puts it into Zachery's before he retreats to the first row of seats, a smile on his face:: [21:26] ::stands there, her job now complete:: [21:26] ::stands and watches as the bride walks down:: [21:26] ::Zachery is wearing a white tuxedo with a red bowtie, and a red carnation. He smiles at Maiko as she comes down the aisle, his heart in his throat as he sees how beautiful she is and takes her hand gently:: [21:27] ::stands where he is looking as important as he can:: [21:27] ::smiles happily at Zachery, then faces Daren, waiting for him to begin:: [21:27] ::clears his throat, looking over the PADD in his hands:: [21:27] * Velorna_Tal wonders why she couldn't just have worn her dress uniform, like the captain. The new dress uniforms were quite spiffy. [21:28] Ladies and Gentlemen, we are gathered here today to join these two people in loving matrimony...let's begin. [21:28] Just as the crew of the Coronado boldy go on their journey through space, so today another journey begins. The same boldness is required for this journey as well, for it is not an undertaking for the timid or weak at heart. [21:29] The journey through space is a long one, filled with adventure, danger, excitement, and new discoveries. So is the journey of marriage. ::looks up from the PADD:: [21:29] ::listens to Daren, his eyes on Maiko the entire time, unwilling to look away:: [21:29] It is not a journey traveled alone, but one that requires trust, co-operation, sacrif- oh hold on a second, who wrote this? [21:29] You did, sir. [21:30] ::looks back to Zachery, almost not hearing the words:: [21:30] ::grins and shrugs:: sacrifice and often times putting the interest of others before yourself. The same things are needed in marriage. [21:30] It is now time to exchange the vows. ::looks to Zach:: [21:30] ::spares Daren a roll of her eyes in amusement before looking back to Zach:: [21:31] ::glances at Daren and then clears his throat as he looks back at Maiko and begins to speak:: You were born with beauty, yet you see so much beauty around you, and you [21:31] put that beauty on canvas, and then you give it to people you care about, [21:31] so they too can share in its splendor. [21:33] ::squeezes her hand and continues:: [21:33] You were born with an indomitable spirit, and you pour that spirit into [21:33] everything you do. So much so that you are often utterly spent, and yet [21:33] continue to do so because for you there is no other way to live. [21:34] ::swallows, finding his throat dry, but continues:: You were born with a heritage that you have fought to keep, and hold close [21:34] to your heart. A heritage you would give your life for. [21:34] You were born to fly, and you have given my heart wings, so they I might [21:34] fly beside you. [21:35] ::smiles at her tenderly and continues:: In all of this you have somehow found the time to spend with me. That time [21:35] may not be abundant, but it is the most precious thing you could give to [21:35] me, other then your heart, and now I have that too. [21:35] ::holds back the tears threatening to spill out of her eyes:: [21:36] ::tries not to vomit:: [21:36] I promise that it will always be safe in my care, and in exchange I give [21:36] *my* heart to you. [21:36] ::looks for the nearest waiter, signalling for a drink:: [21:36] ::finally has to use her hand to wipe away tears, sniffling twice before she recovers:: [21:37] ::finishes and gives Maiko a loving look, waiting for her to compose herself:: [21:37] ::restrains himself looking at Commander Tal and her distain for this:: [21:38] ::snifs and takes a deep breath and lets it out:: You have been my safe harbor in the midst of the storm, nurturing me with your love - and with your food and drink - and when I am with you, I am always loved and cherished. [21:38] The love I feel from you is so great that my cup runneth over. Each minute I have with you is an eternity, and my love for you is just as limitless. I am honored to share the rest of my life with you. To hold you. To love you. To cherish every moment. [21:39] ::gets his drink:: Thanks... [21:39] ::squeezes his hands:: The recipe of our love is perfect; we need no tinkering or puttering in a kitchen to make it any better, or any more complete than it already is. In that recipe, I promise myself wholy to you, that our love will last eternal, and that my heart is yours for all of my days. [21:39] ::takes a sip and places it on a nearby table stand:: [21:39] ::smiles and blinks hard, his emotions threatening to get the best of him as well as he squeezes back:: [21:39] ::turns to face the captain, finished:: [21:39] ::arches an eyebrow at Daren:: [21:40] Hmm? ::looks up from his drink:: Oh yes! ::speaks aloud:: May we have the rings please? [21:40] ::reluctantly turns to Daren, hoping he doesn't drop the ring:: [21:41] ::Pulls the ring out of his pocket and hands it to Zach:: [21:41] ::looks to Tal, who should have the other ring:: [21:41] ::accepts ring no. 1:: [21:41] ::reaches down the front of her dress and pulls out the ring from between her breasts:: [21:42] ::takes it and hands it to Daren, then waits nerously:: [21:42] ::takes the second ring:: [21:42] ::Blinkblinks, then rolls her eyes, knowing she should have probably expected that:: [21:42] ::whispers to D'Rall:: Hidden pocket. Modified it myself. [21:42] ::Turns to Zachery, giving him one ring <>:: Place the ring on her finger and repeat after me. [21:43] "With this ring I seal my promise." [21:44] ::takes the ring and turns to Maiko, takes her hand and very gently slides the ring on her finger:: With this ring I seal my promise. [21:44] ::turns to Maiko, giving her one ring:: Place the ring on her finger and repeat after me. [21:44] Place the ring on her finger and repeat after me. [21:44] Place the ring on her finger and repeat after me. [21:44] <> [21:45] ::grins and slaps the back of his head:: "With this ring I seal my promise" [21:45] ::takes Zachery's hand and gently places the ring on, then slides it into place:: "With this ring I seal my promise." [21:45] ::glances over at Daren with a raised eyebrow:: [21:46] ::turns her gaze to Prescot and smiles wearily:: [21:46] Now, by the authority given to me by the Reorsan Civilian government, I pronouce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride. If you must... [21:46] ::smiles brightly at Maiko, ignoring Daren's antics as he concentrates on his bride:: [21:46] ::leans in towards Zachery:: [21:46] <> [21:46] ::smiles back before looking at the bride and the groom:: [21:47] ::pulls Maiko to him and kisses her deeply:: [21:47] ::wraps her arms around Zachery, the passion and excitement swelling in her body:: [21:48] ::applauds softly for the bride and groom:: [21:48] ::waves to the crowd:: Refreshments to be served. Enjoy, and the bride and groom thank you for coming. [21:49] ::continues the kiss for a long moment before breaking away and smiling:: Hello Mrs. Prentiss D'rall. [21:49] ::pulls back gently and grins:: That's Commander Prentiss D'rall to you. ::Maiko grin:: [21:50] ::chuckles:: Only when we're on duty love. ::winks, then turns to grin at Prescot:: Thanks for standing up for me. [21:50] ::takes his drink and sinks into the shadows:: [21:50] ::takes a drink and slips off to follow Daren:: [21:51] ::bows slightly:: Of course. It was my pleasure. [21:51] ::hangs onto Zachery with one hand as she turns to Tal:: Commander... Thanks. [21:51] ::mutters her acknowledgement to Maiko as she heads towards Daren:: [21:51] ::slinks up to Daren:: Well done, sir. Your impression of a drunken priest was quite convincing. [21:52] ::glances over at Daren and shakes his head slightly before turning back to Maiko:: Shall we get something to drink. My mouth feels like cotton. [21:53] ::follows off behind Velorna and the Commodore:: [21:53] ::nods to Prescot:: Colonel. Well met. [21:54] ::chuckles:: Only so long as you don't slip into bartender mode. That's what we have others helping us here today for. ::grins, playfully nudging him:: [21:54] ::grins:: Thank you Commander. I can't believe one of my first official duties after getting back was that. But, that's life I suppose. [21:54] ::hops off for some refreshments:: [21:54] ::notices Tal's dress:: And what is the Lord God's name are you wearing? [21:54] ::shakes her head:: You'd have to ask Mrs. D'Rall- Prentiss. [21:55] ::nudges back and grins:: Don't worry, I'm much too busy looking at you to worry about tending bar tonight. You look positively angelic. [21:56] You as well Commander. Your dress is definatly... Intesresting, I believe would be the best term [21:56] ::grins:: I knew I forgot something in the vows. Your flattery is like sugar, and you're fattening me up on it. [21:57] ::shrugs, the gesture pushing her breasts up even further than the silly dress already does:: [21:57] ::chuckles and leads her over to the bar:: What would you like? [21:57] ::thinks for a moment:: You remember the first drink you ever made for me? [21:58] ::steals a drink from a waiter that wanders buy, taking one for Tal and for Daren, offering them it:: [21:58] ::nods:: Yes I do. Is that what you want? [21:58] ::takes the drink and downs it in a shot:: [21:59] Thank you, Colonel. [21:59] ::winces and glances at the massive scar upon her left shoulder:: [21:59] ::nods, then sotto voce:: Make one of those 'wake-up juices' for yourself too, because you're not getting much sleep tonight. ::wolfish Maiko grin:: [22:00] ::sips the drink before making a rather disgusted face:: What is this?? ::downs the rest of it to not seem impolite: [22:00] Tarisian Ale. Local specialty. [22:01] ::grins back and nods, his eyes telling her all she needs to know, before turning to the tender and ordering 2 of those very special drinks:: [22:01] ::makes another face, seeing the Captain not interested in his drink he sets it down as a waiter comes by setting his glass down:: Aquired taste too [22:02] It's not too bad, once you get used to it. [22:02] Tender> ::nods at Zach and goes to work on the drinks:: [22:03] ::chuckles:: I just realized. We have a problem. You have a roommate. And I'm still waiting for the larger bed for my place. [22:03] ::winces again:: [22:03] ::chuckles:: OUR place. Guess I still have to get used to a few things, huh? [22:04] ::smiles at her:: Yeah. We're both going to have to get used to some things. As for my roomate, I'm sure he wouldn't mind spending the night elsewhere. He usually does anyway. [22:05] Amazing the way that love can happen in the oddest of places... Here on a ship of war ::shakes his head:: I will never understand it [22:05] ::eyes Prescot as she takes down another drink:: Uh huh. [22:05] ::shakes her head:: No, we'll make do in my quarters. I'm just sorry we can't go on a real honeymoon. [22:07] ::smirks at the Commander:: Something on your mind Commander? Or are you just annoyed at the whole proceeding? [22:07] ::shrugs:: As long as we're together, that's what matters. [22:08] Nothing, Colonel. Just amazed sometimes when I see the processes of Life continuing even in the darkest and most hopeless of times. [22:08] ::accepts her drink from the server and waits for Zachery to get his:: [22:09] ::takes his drink and motions to the chairs set up for them:: Shall we sit? [22:09] ::chuckle:: Yes, before the crowds get restless. [22:10] It is what keeps us going isnt it? The thoughts of a happier tommorow. Of battles not yet fought. Why else would we seek out answers, lest for times like these. [22:11] ::helps her to her seat and makes sure she's settled before taking his own beside her, slipping his arm around her and then sipping his drink:: We'll have to cut the cake and greet our guests, and maybe have a dance or two, and then we can leave... [22:12] ::wry grin:: Someone is going to have to remind me why the reception isn't before the wedding so that the bride and groom can leave immediately for... you know. ::blush:: [22:13] Frankly, Colonel, I'm more concerned about surviving the coming apocalypse than about such things as love. Perhaps if we survive. [22:14] mmm... I think Id simply prefer another enemy that I know and can fight. These scientific problems give me a headache. [22:15] The enemy, it would seem, Colonel, is Chaos itself. I can think of no greater foe to battle in this or any other life. Can you? [22:15] ::sets down his drink, draws her close, and kisses her gently, his hand stroking her cheek lovingly, then pulls back and whispers:: Time enough for that later. We have the rest of our lives to be together. [22:17] ::grunts:: It would be more fitting if I could destroy the enemy with my bare hands. But I suppose the Xur will have to surfice. They are formitable enough. [22:17] ::tries to keep a brave smile:: I just hope that the "rest of our lives" means a few decades... not a few days. ::looks at the glass she has, then raises it:: A pact. We both get out of this alive and live to the natural end of days? [22:18] ::raises his glass as well:: And enjoy each day we're given to the fullest. [22:18] ::chuckles and starts on another drink:: Is not a warrior's mind as important a weapon as his sword, Sir Jacob? [22:18] ::clinks glasses:: Damned straight. ::drinks:: [22:19] ::drinks and glances around:: Let's cut the cake now, so we can leave as soon as possible. ::stands and offers his hand to her:: [22:20] Indeed. That is why some are driven to science and others to the arts of war. My mind is perfectly fine for flanking troops and exploiting weakness in impentrable fortresses. But Inter-spacial Physics? No thank you. [22:20] ::stands and heads over to the cake with Zachery:: It seems like a shame to cut this beautiful a cake. [22:22] ::shrugs:: Better then letting it go to waste. ::picks up the knife and waits for her to help him so they can cut it together:: Oh boy, here come the cameras... [22:22] ::chuckles:: As you say, Colonel. ::lifts her glass:: To victory on all our fields of battle. [22:23] ::grins:: That too. ::puts her hand over Zachs after he has picked up the cutter:: And don't worry about the cameras. When I'm old and grey, you'll appreciate the photos to remember why you married me. ::smirk:: [22:24] To Victory ::grunts and picks up another glass of the wretched stuff before hitting Tal's and downing the liquid before he tasted too much of it:: [22:25] ::cuts the cake:: I don't need pictures for that. ::sets down the knife and picks up the first piece, then holds it out for her to take a bite:: [22:26] ::takes up a piece as well, and linking arms with him, takes the piece of cake closer and closer to his face...:: [22:28] ::takes a big bite and munches, grinning at her as he feeds her piece to her at the same time:: [22:28] ::manages to avoid smearing it all over him while taking the piece being fed to her:: [22:31] ::grins as she swipes some frosting off the knife with her finger and dabs it on his nose:: [22:32] ::licks his lips and then blinks:: [22:32] ::nods at Prescot as she stands:: I believe I shall turn in for the evening. [22:32] ::Can't help it, starts giggling:: [22:32] ::bows slightly:: Goodnight Commander [22:33] ::smiles amiably:: The gods of your fathers watch over you, Colonel. [22:33] Oh! You think that's funny do you? ::takes some frosting and smears it on her cheek:: [22:33] ::laughs:: [22:34] And may the Elements look favorably on your path ::smile back:: [22:34] Save the rest of it for the bedroom you... ::bats at him playfully:: [22:34] *** Velorna_Tal is now known as Aggie [22:35] *** Parts: Prescot (Prescot@69.169.15.32) [22:35] < ::pokes her in the side playfully:: Yes ma'am! ::mock salutes and then pulls her onto the dancefloor:: Come on! Let's dance! [22:36] <> [22:36] ::watches the dancing:: [22:36] *** Aggie is now known as Aggie|AFK [22:37] <> [22:38] <> [22:38] <> [22:38] << sim end!>> [22:38] *** CoroLCARS changes topic to '=/\= U.S.S. Coronado, NCC-97901... http://www.jestertrek.com/coro2400/ =/\= Sim's over for this week; time to relax! =-= Three-time winner of UCIP's Bergen Award for excellence in simming!' [22:38] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: -m