For Better or Wose 4/?
Title: For Better or Worse 4/?
Author: Tigereyes320
Pairing/Character: Logan/Veronica Other character mentions
Word Count:5522
Rating: R for Language, and sexual situations
Summary: When a marriage happens between Logan and Veronica, and love isn’t the reason, do they make it work or do they make each other miserable.
Spoilers: Set at the end of Season 3 (spoilers up to what we have already seen through Episode 3x12)There are spoilers in this story for the rest of the season, read at your own risk. I promise this is a longer chapter and will actually include the wedding.
Author's Note: I own nothing of the VM universe. I might have taken a few liberties with the law. We are also going to pretend that there is a Tiffany and Co. In Neptune. I also took the vows for my two sisters ceremonies and others I’ve heard over the years.
Later the same day
Logan held the jewelry store door open for Veronica.
“You bought the ring at Tiffany’s?”
“Nothing but the best for my Sugarpuss. Come on take a look at the ring. I think you’ll like it.”
“I’m not worried about liking it, I’m worried about it costing more than the national debt of some third world country.”
“Yes it’s expensive, but Veronica you don’t want an engagement ring, and I respected that. You also never let me buy you any jewelry valued at over $500. This is your wedding ring. You are going to have a nice one, even if it is expensive.”
Veronica bit her tongue to keep from going on the defensive. Logan, regardless of how he felt about her her, was turning his entire life around to save her ass. She knew how much he liked buying her gifts, and that he didn’t do it often out of respect for her feelings. His feeling needed to come first this time. “Okay, you’re right. I reserve the right to hate it.”
“The right is reserved, but I think you’ll like it. Jennifer, how are you today?”
“Just fine Logan, sorry Mr. Echolls.”
“Jennifer you’ve been calling me Logan for over five years, please don’t stop now. Do you have the rings?”
“I have them ready for you. Is this your fiancee?”
“Yes it is. Veronica meet Jennifer, she was my mother’s favorite sales person here. She helped me pick out the ring.”
Veronica offered her hand out to Jennifer. “It’s nice to meet you Jennifer.”
Jennifer took Veronica’s hand and shook it. “You were right Logan she has small hands and slim fingers. It’s a good thing the ring comes in a small size. Would you like to see what Logan picked out.”
“I’d love to.”
“I’ll be right back.” Jennifer said as she excused herself to the back to get the rings.
“She seems nice.”
“My mom always said she was very good at remembering her tastes and my fathers. A very important distinction.”
“Here we are,” Jennifer said as she came back with two velvet boxes. “Veronica here is yours. It is a Tiffany swing ring, with round brilliant diamonds, less than a carat, but the color grade of the diamonds are G and the clarity is a VS, the diamonds are set in platinum.”
Veronica looked at the wedding ring that seemed to be made up of tiny individual diamonds. “Logan it’s perfect. Simple enough that I can feel comfortable wearing it, and just enough flash to show off to everyone. Can I see Logan’s ring?” She picked it up and slid it on her ring finger it fit perfectly.
“Certainly. Here is Logan’s also made of platinum, has a satin finish, and if you look it seems as if it’s made up of sections as well. Do you like it? Logan requested no diamonds in his.”
“No it’s perfect, very smooth just like Logan. How much is Logan’s ring?”
“It retails for $1500, however since Logan bought you ring here as well, his was $1100.” Jennifer said cautiously. “ I thought Logan would be buying both of them.”
“What kind of bride would I be if I let my fiancé buy his own ring. You take Visa?”
“Yes we do.”
“Then can you put Logan’s ring on this please?” Veronica said as she handed Jennifer her credit card that actually was in her name.. Thank goodness the credit card company had just increased her limit to $2500, and that she had paid off her previous balance.
LOgan looked at her in concern. “Veronica.”
“Logan, I want to buy my husband his wedding ring with my own money. I’ve had a few simple cases and I can afford it. This is important to me Logan.”
“Okay, if you feel that strongly about it. Since we’re going to Hawaii do you want to go shopping for some clothes and lingerie? I’d be more than happy to help you carry those bags.”
“I’m sure you would, well I do need to break in all the credit cards I got as your wife. It feels weird you buying me clothes.”
“I know you like your independence, I’m not here to stifle that. Why don’t you keep the credit card you have in your maiden name? It’ll give you some independence. Also if you buy me something you don’t have to feel like I’m buying my own gifts. But clothing, books and the like. I want to do that. It was what we agreed to in the pre-nup.”
“Okay, there is this really cute lingerie shop down the street we could go to.”
“Let’s hope Jennifer gets back soon. I think we have everything else for the wedding all set don’t we?”
“We have the license, the guests, the rings, we dropped off the pre-nup. We’re all set for the day after tomorrow. I just have to get all my stuff moved into the new place. Which is what I’m guessing we both will be doing tomorrow?”
‘My stuff really won’t take that long. Dick is just about packed up. So how about I come by tomorrow morning after We’re out of the suite and help you take over some stuff.”
“It’s a plan.”
Jennifer came back with the two receipts. “Sorry that took so long. Logan here is yours and Veronica here is yours. If you’ll both sign, you are all set.”
Logan quickly scrawled his name. “Jennifer you are the best. I can’t thank you enough.”
“You thank me by occasionally coming back and buying an anniversary gift.”
“I’ll see what the little woman will let me do.”
Veronica used her free hand to punch Logan’s bicep. “Little woman cracks are not going to be tolerated.”
“What? You’d rather I call you a ball and chain?”
Veronica made a face at him as she handed the receipt back to Jennifer. “We’ll think of something. Thanks again Jennifer.”
“You’re very welcome Veronica, and it was nice to meet you.”
“You too. I need to get him out of here and someplace more comfortable, like a woman’s lingerie shop.” Veronica said as she grabbed Logan’s hand and pulled him from the store.
An hour and a half later
“Veronica, will you choose already?” Logan whined from his chair outside the dressing room. “You already picked some stuff out why is this taking so long?”
“Because I can’t decide what I like more.”
“Then show me and I’ll pick.”
“You will be of no help at all.”
“Just let me see.”
“Fine!” Veronica said as she stalked out of the dressing room and stood in front of Logan.
Logan, meanwhile, was having a hard time keeping the blood from pooling into his groin. Veronica stood in front of him in a midnight blue stretchy tank and short shorts.
Veronica smiled at the glazed look in his eyes. “I take it you approve?”
Logan just nodded dumbly.
“They have this in several different colors, and as a short night and with pajama pants.”
“Get it all.”
“What?”
“Do you like it? Is it comfortable?”
“Very it all great.”
Then get it all. Veronica you aren’t the type to wear something once and toss it. The stuff will last you for quite awhile. Tell me they have that outfit in a pale pink.”
“They do.”
“Oh yeah get it all. Get all new lingerie too.”
“I refuse to model that for you.”
“Good because we’d never be able to leave the store. I’m going to go get some air. I’ll be back in a few minutes.”
Veronica watched Logan walk out the door, as the sales woman came up to her. “Is everything all right?”
“My fiancé really likes it. I’ll take one of each of the short nighties, this short set, and the pajama pant set in every color you have.”
The sales woman’s eyes lit up at the idea of this commission. “Anything I can get you?”
Veronica went into the dressing room and gave the woman her brand new Black Amex card, “My fiancé requested some new lingerie. I want something simple, functional, but beautiful and colorful.” She scribbled her bra and panty size on a piece of paper she had grabbed form the counter. “Here are my sizes. Do you have something like that?”
“We just got a new line in. Let me get you a few samples and you’ll tell me what you like.”
“Perfect.”
Twenty minutes later.
Logan walked in to see Veronica facing off with Madison Sinclair.
“Really Veronica do you think any of that is going to spike Logan’s interest?” Madison said in her usual catty voice.
“Sugarpuss, did you remind them that we wanted 2 sets of the pale pink? You know what it does to me see you in that color. Madison hello, are you bothering my fiancee?”
“Fiancee?!”
“Yes Madison, Veronica and I are getting married on Saturday.”
“You can’t marry her, you dumped her, you were with me.”
“Madison, with all due respect I forgot about that nigh with you before it was even over. It was a drunk one night stand. We both understood that. I didn’t even stay the night, there was a reason for that. Just because you’re coming back around now, because you found out at college people aren’t anxious to kiss your ass. Well neither am I.”
“That’s right Maddy, and no that Logan has been cleared by the doctor to have caught nothing from the likes of you, we can be back together where we belong. Dick will be at the wedding. Honey, maybe we should invite Maddy to the celebration of our union. I know she likes to be the first to know stuff.”
“I’ll be to bust to attend.” Madison said as she turned on her heel to leave.
“Madison aren’t you forgetting something?” Logan asked sweetly.
“I don’t believe so.”
“You forgot to give Veronica your best wishes for a happy marriage.”
Madison turned to look at Veronica and with hatred streaming from her eyes. “Best wishes, Veronica for a happy marriage.”
“Thank you Madison.” Veronica said with a straight face.
Madison turned and all but ran from the store.
“So did we find all sorts of naughty bits to put in your lingerie drawer?” Logan asked a little to eagerly.
“You enjoyed that way too much.” Veronica said.
“So did you.” Logan said with a wink. “Are you staying over tonight?”
“I was hoping I could. I want to spend tomorrow night at my Dad’s. The next day we’re getting married. Logan I haven’t even thanked you.”
“For what?”
“You’re turning your life upside down for god only knows how long for me. The person who has probably hurt you more than anyone else has. You’re always trying and I’ve always been the one to just take it as if it’s my due, but when you asked me to do something for you, I’ve shut you out.”
“Veronica I couldn’t leave you. I promised I’d be here for you, even if it was only as your friend.”
“Well at least now I can’t run away. I’m actually going to have to deal with the uncomfortable moments. I can’t bury them.”
“And every time we fight I can’t go around in an alcohol haze. I need to be able talk to you about my concerns, and not have you brush them off. As someone who loves you, I have the right to be concerned when I see you purposefully putting yourself in danger. I have that right. You shouldn’t brush it aside. When you do that, I do stuff like hiring the bodyguard. Okay?”
“This time it’s really warts and all isn’t it?”
“Yeah.”
“Let’s go get some take out and go back to the hotel.”
“All ready giving me orders.”
Saturday at the Mars apartment
“Veronica! Mac and Parker are here.” Keith called to his daughter.
“Veronica! Please tell me that gorgeous white stretch limo out front is for us.” Parker begged.
“Yes, “ said Veronica with a slight eyeroll as she came from her bedroom with a pair of white sandals and a garment bag slung over her arm.. “Logan arranged it. He also had my car picked up and delivered to the house. So are you two ready to be slathered, wrapped, scrubbed and rubbed?”
Mac gave a slight goran. “I’m as ready as I’ll ever be.”
Veronica smilled as she gave Mac the black velvet box that held Logan’s ring. “You’re responsible for this. Are your dresses in the car?”
“Yep.” Parker said with a grin.
“Then let’s go. Dad we’ll see you at the courthouse.” Veronica said as she gave her father a kiss on the cheek.
“I’ll see you then. Have a good time ladies.”
“See you in a few hours Mr. Mars.” Parker said as she followed Veronica and Mac out the door.
When she got to the limo. Mac had already handed their clothes to the driver, and was about to step in to the limo. Parker got in and couldn’t believe the sight inside the limo. “Logan knows how to go all out for his bride.” As she took in the champagne, sparkling water, as well as the fruit and vegetable trays set up inside the limo.
Veronica smiled as she helped herself to a glass of the champagne and some fresh strawberries. “Parker are you sure this isn’t to weird for you?”
“Veronica, Logan and I parted awhile ago, and we parted as good friends. I’m happy for the both of you. Besides, I met someone over the summer and it looks like it’s getting serious.”
“Really?” Veronica asked.
Mac grinned as she drank from her own glass of sparkling water. “His name is Michael.”
“Shut up Mac.” Parker said with a grin.”Seriously though we’ve been going out about a month. Logan insisted on meeting him then Logan took Michael aside and said something to him. I didn’t ask for details.”
“That’s probably a good idea.” Mac said reluctantly. “Veronica I hope you realize my sacrifice for today. I’m wearing a dress and standing up with you with Dick Casablancas.”
“I thought you two were getting along now.” Veronica said as she ate some more of the fruit.
“We are exsisting in an uneasy truce.”
“Better than in a war zone. Veronica stop hogging all the fruit.” Parker said as they rolled up to the spa. “Oh my god! Logan got us in here? Cache is the most exclusive spa in Neptune. You have to know Madonna just to get an appointment.”
“That’s Logan.” Veronica said as the driver came around to help them out.
There was a trio of women in pale lavender coats waiting for them. The statuesque brunette stepped forward and spoke to Veronica.
“Miss. Mars? It’s a pleasure to meet you. Mr. Echolls described you perfectly. My name is Gabrielle, I’m the manager of Cache. These are my assistants Monique and Gwendolyn. If you’ll follow me. The driver will bring your things in. We have a lot to do in a short period of time.”
Veronica exchanged a look with Parker and Mac. “You heard her lets go get beautiful.”
When they got inside they were met with a motif of pale lavendar and lots of green it was very soothing to the eye.
Gabrielle turned around to address them. “I think we should begin with the clothing and then I can go over the spa package Mr. Echolls purchased for each of you.”
“Clothing?” Veronica said very confused.
“Yes it was a surprise from Mr. Echolls. I understand you’re getting married today. Mr. Echolls had a few people send over some dresses for you to choose from as well as dress for your attendants. He did not see any of the dresses, from what I understand, he told them simple, understated and something that would be perfect for a wedding on the beach at sunset.”
“A beach wedding?” Veronica asked shocked. She was still trying to form words when her cell phone rang. She saw the call was from Logan. “Logan a beach wedding?”
“Who says a necessary wedding can’t be pretty? Just go along with it. And stop worrying about the cost.”
“I was not think about the money this time.”
“I’ll see you at 4:30. Have Gabrielle call me when Mac and Parker pick their dresses out so Dick and Wallace’s shirts can match.”
“See you at 4:30" Veronica said as she disconnected the phone. “Gabrielle, Logan says to give him a call when Mac and Parker pick their dresses out. Lead us to the dresses, and explain what package Logan purchased for us.”
“Mr. Echolls purchased the bridal package for each of you. It offers you a choice of a sea weed wrap or a mud treatment, a salt and sugar scrub shower treatment, followed by a hour massage, finishing with a manicure, pedicure and hair styling. Which is why Mr. Echolls had us close the spa this afternoon for you three. Everyone is here to help you ladies get beautiful and enjoy your time with us.. Here are the dresses.”
Veronica ran into a cacophony for white and colored fabric. Parker was in her element, even Mac seemed to be enjoying herself.
“Mac look at this one.” Parker said as she pulled out a short satin sleeveless dress with ruched v-neck in a soft shade of lilac. “It’s simple, doesn’t scream bridesmaid, and it’ll be comfortable.
Mac looked at it objectively. “You know it is pretty. Let’s try them on and see how they look.”
Mac and Parker went off to change as Veronica kept looking through the gowns. When she found it. A white chiffon sheath with pleated bust, empire waist, and tie back. She quickly ran with it to the dressing room and stripping down put on the dress. She felt like a princess in the dress.
“Veronica! Come look at the dresses.” Parker called out.
Veronica stepped out in the dress she had found. “I think I found mine too. Well what do you think?”
Mac gave her a grin. “You look gorgeous. It’s the perfect dress. What do you think of ours?”
“They are great. The dress suits both of you. Do you think I should go for a veil? Logan like my hair when it’s wavy and down, but I thought maybe up a little bit in the front at least.”
Parker went over to the veils and found a white single layer fingertip veil with pearls. “This would be perfect with the dress.”
Gabrielle came back in then and asked, “Are we all set ladies?”
Veronica did a little turn and said “I believe we are.”
“In that case, I’d like to recommend a frech manicure and pedicure for all of you. It will go with the dresses and you won’t be walking around with lilac nails.”
“Sounds great.” Mac said before the other two could speak up.
“Then ladies here are your robes, if you’ll change into them we’ll get started. Have you decide on whether you want the wrap our the mud treatment?”
Parker piped up. “I’m for the mud.”
Veronica and Mac agreed.
“Then ladies let’s get going.”
Three hours later
Veronica slowly eased into the heated massaging pedicure chair. She saw Mac and Parker were already in a happy place. “I could really get used to doing this every couple of weeks.”
“I’m with you sister.” Parker said as she pushed the button to start the massaging again.
“I’m going to have to make sure any job I have includes a perk like this.”
“Ladies, I’ve brought you some more sparkling water. Are you having a good time?”
“Can I move in?” Mac asked seriously.
“Can I bring you anything else? We have some salads or some sandwiches. Ms. MacKenzie, Mr Echolls said you were vegan. I apologize I don’t have any vegan sandwiches, but we do offer Vegan salads.”
Mac nodded her head. “That’ll be fine.”
Parker asked “Do you have a chicken salad sandwich?”
“Yes we do.”
“I’ll have that please.”
Veronica raised her hand and said “One for me too.”
“I’ll be right back.”
Before they knew it they were redressed in their wedding finery.
“Are you ladies decent?” Keith called out.
Veronica came out to the lobby, “Dad what are you doing here? Are you okay?”
Keith felt his heart clutch as he saw Veonica standing in front of him a vision in white. “You look beautiful sweetie.”
Veronica turned for him. “You like it?”
“I’m almost speechless. I have two things for you.”
“Well I got the blue garter, and my dress is new, so I just need old and borrowed.”
“And I have those. Technically this is new to you, but your mother and I decided when you were little, that we wanted you to have a special necklace from us when you got married.” Keith said as he opened up a faded red velvet case, and showed Veronica a creamy pearl necklace.
Veronica stared at it. “Dad.”
“Well turn around and let me put it on you.” Keith said as Veronica turned around and he carefully fastened the necklace around her neck. “This next one is technically borrowed, but they are also a gift.
“What is it?”
“Logan contacted Jake so they he could get word to Duncan about the wedding. Jake messengered these over to me. I was to tell you they were Lilly’s. His parents had bought them for her seventeenth birthday. They buried her with the diamonds they bought her for her sixteenth. Jake thought you might want a little something of Lilly today. He said you were to consider them a wedding gift. Lilly would have wanted you to have them.” Keith handed her a small black velvet box.
Veronica opened it and saw pearl and diamond dangling earrings. She remembered when Lilly had shown them to her. A part of her wished that Lilly and Duncan could be here today with her and Logan. She quickly put them in her ears. She also handed her father the necklace Lilly had given her on her sweet sixteenth birthday. “You’ll take care of this of me today right?”
“Absolutely. Why don’t I get the rest of your things and put them in the limo. The driver will be delivering everything to the house after the ceremony. You know, regardless of Lilly’s faults, she loved you. She would have wanted you to be happy and not to worry so much about love being perfect or normal.”
“No one knew how to grab on to fun like Lilly did.”
“Lilly’s problem was realizing that there are consequences for your actions. You can only lie so much before people stop believing what you say.”
“Dad.”
“Veronica, I’m just saying don’t be afraid to let Logan in. No one gets a gurantee in life. You two could be happy for the next sixty years or one of you could die in an accident tomorrow. If you concentrate so much on the fact that you could lose each other, you won’t be there for the great moments you can have. Your mother and I didn’t work out, but I can’t regret being with her. I got you. Will you think about what I’ve said?”
Veronica nodded, “I promise Dad.”
“Hi Mr. Mars.” Parker said as she stepped out of the dressing room. Mac followed.
“Ladies you look beautiful. Let me put the rest of your things in the trunk of the limo, and we can go. Your flowers are already inside it.”
“Let’s go get me married. Gabrielle do we owe you for anything.”
“Not a thing. Enjoy your wedding day. I hope since you were pleased with our services, you might consider coming back occasionally.”
“I’ll see what I can arrange. That massage alone is worth every penny you charge.”
“Have a beautiful day.”
‘Thank you.” Veronica said as she stepped out into the warm August sunshine. She walked toward the limo and climbed in as the driver held the door open for her.
Veronica went to sit down and saw her bouquet of mostly lavender and a few white roses, and a single red calla lily in the middle. Mac and Parker’s were identical except they had more white than lavender roses.
Parker and Mac climbed in the limo to sit across from her.
“What beautiful flowers.” Parker exclaimed. “The red lily is for your friend Lilly?”
Veronica nodded with a small smile. “She would have wanted to stand out.”
“That she would have.” Keith agreed as he got in the limo too.
It felt like only seconds later that they pulled up to Dog Beach. Logan had everything set up chairs and a satin runner that lead up to an arbor that was covered in white and lavender roses, with red calla lily’s interspaced within them. To the side was a large tent that was set up with a dance floor and tables. Food was already arriving and being set up in chafing dishes. Keith got out to make sure everything was ready for the wedding to start.
Veronica recognized some people from high school and from Hearst that were seated in the chairs. “Oh my god!”
Mac quickly turned around to see what Vweronica was staring at. “Is that Madison?”
“Logan and I ran into her and we invited her. I can’t believe she actually came. Here I thought my wedding was going to be dull. Look Weevil came.”
“Is that Carmen with him?” Mac asked.
“Look like.”
“You two are leaving me out of the loop.” Parker complained.
Mac pointed to Weevil, “You see that guy there with all the tatoo’s and the gorgeous brunette beside him?”
“Yeah.”
“He’s had the hot’s for her since grade school. I guess he figured Veronica’s wedding was a safe event to invite her to.” Mac explained.
“Who is the gorgeous brunette standing next to Logan and Trina?” Parker asked
Veronica leaned forward. “That’s his brother Charlie. Wow, I can’t believe he and Trina came for Logan.”
Keith came back to the limo and opened the door. “We’re all set. You ready for this kiddo.”
“Sure I get married every week.” Veronica deadpanned. “Parker you go first and then Mac, then Dad and I will follow. Leave your shoes off until we get in the tent. You don’t want to walk on the sand in heels.”
“You got it.” Parker said as she made her way to get out of the limo.
Mac reached out to squeeze Veronica’s hand, and followed Parker out of the limo.
Veronica heard the beginning notes of The Perisher’s Sway. She shook her head Logan would pick that one. “I can’t wait to see what he has us dance our first dance to.” When she saw Mac was halfway down the runner she got out of the limo and slipped off her sandals.
She took her fathers arm and began to make her way toward Logan. They made their way down the runner to the arched arbor had been set up on the beach.
Before she could think twice her father kissed her cheek, shook hands with her groom, and had placed her hand in his.
Veronica turned and faced Logan, looking deep into his warm brown eyes. She felt the sun on her head and she could smell the salty air that blew at them from the beach, where Logan had decided to have the ceremony.
The justice of the peace began to speak, “Dearly beloved we are gathered here today to join this man and this woman in holy matrimony; which is commended to be honorable among all men; and therefore - is not by any - to be entered into unadvisedly or lightly - but reverently, discreetly, advisedly and solemnly. Into this holy estate these two persons present now come to be joined. If any person can show just cause why they may not be joined together - let them speak now or forever hold their peace.
“I can do that.” a voice suddenly rang out from the fringes of the guests.
Everyone turned to look at Sheriff Lamb standing there looking all smug.
“You say these two can’t be married why?” The justice of the peace asked.
“They are only getting married to avoid testifying against each other at a trial.” Lamb was so proud of himself the buttoins were nearly bursting off of his uniform.
“So these two had never met before.”
“Nah they were in an off and on relationship for awhile.”
“So you have no proof that they weren’t already together and planning this before the incident occured?”
“Well no.”
“Then you need to shut up and sit down so I continue the ceremony. Now where was I? Oh yes, Marriage is the union of husband and wife in heart, body and mind. But more importantly - it is a means through which a stable and loving environment may be attained. Who gives this woman in marriage to this man?”
Keith stood up and said “I do.”
The justice nodded and continued, “This is a beginning and a continuation of their growth as individuals. With mutual care, respect, responsibility and knowledge comes the affirmation of each one’s own life happiness, growth and freedom. With respect for individual boundaries comes the freedom to love unconditionally. Within the emotional safety of a loving relationship - the knowledge self-offered one another becomes the fertile soil for continued growth. With care and responsibility towards self and one another comes the potential for full and happy lives. By gathering together all the wishes of happiness and our fondest hopes for Logan and Veronica from all present here, we assure them that our hearts are in tune with theirs. This relationship stands for love, loyalty, honesty and trust, but most of all for friendship. Before they knew love, they were friends, and it was from this seed of friendship that is their destiny. Do not think that you can direct the course of love - for love, if it finds you worthy, shall direct you. Marriage is an act of faith and a personal commitment as well as a moral and physical union between two people. Marriage has been described as the best and most important relationship that can exist between them. It is the construction of their love and trust into a single growing energy of spiritual life. It is amoral commitment that requires and deserves daily attention. Marriage should be a life long consecration of the ideal of loving kindness - backed with the will to make it last.”
He turned to Logan and asked “Do you Logan take Veronica to be your wife. To live together in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon her your heart’s deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto her as long as you both shall live?
Logan looked right in Veronica’s eyes and answered, “I will.”
He then turned to Veronica and asked “Do you Veronica take Logan to be your husband. To live together in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon him your heart’s deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto him as long as you both shall live?
Veronica answered looking only at Logan “I will.”
The justice smiled and said “I understand you wish to exchange rings. Logan will you take the ring and put it on Veronica’s finger with the words; With this ring I thee wed.”
Logan took the ring from Dick and slid it onto her ring finger, and said clearly, “With this ring I thee wed.”
The justice then motioned to Veronica. “Veronica if you could do the same.”
Veronica took the ring from MAc ans slid the sool metal over Logan’s ring finger. “With this ring I thee wed.”
The minister looked out into the gathering of people. “May you always share with each other the gifts of love, be one in heart and in mind. May you always create a home together that puts in your hearts love, generosity, and kindness. In as much as Logan and Veronica have consented together in marriage before this company of friends and family and have pledged their unity by giving and receiving a ring are now joined. You have pronounced yourselves husband and wife but remember to always be each other’s best friend. What therefore God has joined together let no man put asunder. And so, by the power vested in me by the State of California, I now pronounce you husband and wife.”
When Logan and Veronica just stood there. “You can now kiss your bride.”
Logan enthusiastically followed through.
“I’d like to introduce you all to Logan and Veronica Echolls.” The justice said over the clapping of the guests.
Author: Tigereyes320
Pairing/Character: Logan/Veronica Other character mentions
Word Count:5522
Rating: R for Language, and sexual situations
Summary: When a marriage happens between Logan and Veronica, and love isn’t the reason, do they make it work or do they make each other miserable.
Spoilers: Set at the end of Season 3 (spoilers up to what we have already seen through Episode 3x12)There are spoilers in this story for the rest of the season, read at your own risk. I promise this is a longer chapter and will actually include the wedding.
Author's Note: I own nothing of the VM universe. I might have taken a few liberties with the law. We are also going to pretend that there is a Tiffany and Co. In Neptune. I also took the vows for my two sisters ceremonies and others I’ve heard over the years.
Later the same day
Logan held the jewelry store door open for Veronica.
“You bought the ring at Tiffany’s?”
“Nothing but the best for my Sugarpuss. Come on take a look at the ring. I think you’ll like it.”
“I’m not worried about liking it, I’m worried about it costing more than the national debt of some third world country.”
“Yes it’s expensive, but Veronica you don’t want an engagement ring, and I respected that. You also never let me buy you any jewelry valued at over $500. This is your wedding ring. You are going to have a nice one, even if it is expensive.”
Veronica bit her tongue to keep from going on the defensive. Logan, regardless of how he felt about her her, was turning his entire life around to save her ass. She knew how much he liked buying her gifts, and that he didn’t do it often out of respect for her feelings. His feeling needed to come first this time. “Okay, you’re right. I reserve the right to hate it.”
“The right is reserved, but I think you’ll like it. Jennifer, how are you today?”
“Just fine Logan, sorry Mr. Echolls.”
“Jennifer you’ve been calling me Logan for over five years, please don’t stop now. Do you have the rings?”
“I have them ready for you. Is this your fiancee?”
“Yes it is. Veronica meet Jennifer, she was my mother’s favorite sales person here. She helped me pick out the ring.”
Veronica offered her hand out to Jennifer. “It’s nice to meet you Jennifer.”
Jennifer took Veronica’s hand and shook it. “You were right Logan she has small hands and slim fingers. It’s a good thing the ring comes in a small size. Would you like to see what Logan picked out.”
“I’d love to.”
“I’ll be right back.” Jennifer said as she excused herself to the back to get the rings.
“She seems nice.”
“My mom always said she was very good at remembering her tastes and my fathers. A very important distinction.”
“Here we are,” Jennifer said as she came back with two velvet boxes. “Veronica here is yours. It is a Tiffany swing ring, with round brilliant diamonds, less than a carat, but the color grade of the diamonds are G and the clarity is a VS, the diamonds are set in platinum.”
Veronica looked at the wedding ring that seemed to be made up of tiny individual diamonds. “Logan it’s perfect. Simple enough that I can feel comfortable wearing it, and just enough flash to show off to everyone. Can I see Logan’s ring?” She picked it up and slid it on her ring finger it fit perfectly.
“Certainly. Here is Logan’s also made of platinum, has a satin finish, and if you look it seems as if it’s made up of sections as well. Do you like it? Logan requested no diamonds in his.”
“No it’s perfect, very smooth just like Logan. How much is Logan’s ring?”
“It retails for $1500, however since Logan bought you ring here as well, his was $1100.” Jennifer said cautiously. “ I thought Logan would be buying both of them.”
“What kind of bride would I be if I let my fiancé buy his own ring. You take Visa?”
“Yes we do.”
“Then can you put Logan’s ring on this please?” Veronica said as she handed Jennifer her credit card that actually was in her name.. Thank goodness the credit card company had just increased her limit to $2500, and that she had paid off her previous balance.
LOgan looked at her in concern. “Veronica.”
“Logan, I want to buy my husband his wedding ring with my own money. I’ve had a few simple cases and I can afford it. This is important to me Logan.”
“Okay, if you feel that strongly about it. Since we’re going to Hawaii do you want to go shopping for some clothes and lingerie? I’d be more than happy to help you carry those bags.”
“I’m sure you would, well I do need to break in all the credit cards I got as your wife. It feels weird you buying me clothes.”
“I know you like your independence, I’m not here to stifle that. Why don’t you keep the credit card you have in your maiden name? It’ll give you some independence. Also if you buy me something you don’t have to feel like I’m buying my own gifts. But clothing, books and the like. I want to do that. It was what we agreed to in the pre-nup.”
“Okay, there is this really cute lingerie shop down the street we could go to.”
“Let’s hope Jennifer gets back soon. I think we have everything else for the wedding all set don’t we?”
“We have the license, the guests, the rings, we dropped off the pre-nup. We’re all set for the day after tomorrow. I just have to get all my stuff moved into the new place. Which is what I’m guessing we both will be doing tomorrow?”
‘My stuff really won’t take that long. Dick is just about packed up. So how about I come by tomorrow morning after We’re out of the suite and help you take over some stuff.”
“It’s a plan.”
Jennifer came back with the two receipts. “Sorry that took so long. Logan here is yours and Veronica here is yours. If you’ll both sign, you are all set.”
Logan quickly scrawled his name. “Jennifer you are the best. I can’t thank you enough.”
“You thank me by occasionally coming back and buying an anniversary gift.”
“I’ll see what the little woman will let me do.”
Veronica used her free hand to punch Logan’s bicep. “Little woman cracks are not going to be tolerated.”
“What? You’d rather I call you a ball and chain?”
Veronica made a face at him as she handed the receipt back to Jennifer. “We’ll think of something. Thanks again Jennifer.”
“You’re very welcome Veronica, and it was nice to meet you.”
“You too. I need to get him out of here and someplace more comfortable, like a woman’s lingerie shop.” Veronica said as she grabbed Logan’s hand and pulled him from the store.
An hour and a half later
“Veronica, will you choose already?” Logan whined from his chair outside the dressing room. “You already picked some stuff out why is this taking so long?”
“Because I can’t decide what I like more.”
“Then show me and I’ll pick.”
“You will be of no help at all.”
“Just let me see.”
“Fine!” Veronica said as she stalked out of the dressing room and stood in front of Logan.
Logan, meanwhile, was having a hard time keeping the blood from pooling into his groin. Veronica stood in front of him in a midnight blue stretchy tank and short shorts.
Veronica smiled at the glazed look in his eyes. “I take it you approve?”
Logan just nodded dumbly.
“They have this in several different colors, and as a short night and with pajama pants.”
“Get it all.”
“What?”
“Do you like it? Is it comfortable?”
“Very it all great.”
Then get it all. Veronica you aren’t the type to wear something once and toss it. The stuff will last you for quite awhile. Tell me they have that outfit in a pale pink.”
“They do.”
“Oh yeah get it all. Get all new lingerie too.”
“I refuse to model that for you.”
“Good because we’d never be able to leave the store. I’m going to go get some air. I’ll be back in a few minutes.”
Veronica watched Logan walk out the door, as the sales woman came up to her. “Is everything all right?”
“My fiancé really likes it. I’ll take one of each of the short nighties, this short set, and the pajama pant set in every color you have.”
The sales woman’s eyes lit up at the idea of this commission. “Anything I can get you?”
Veronica went into the dressing room and gave the woman her brand new Black Amex card, “My fiancé requested some new lingerie. I want something simple, functional, but beautiful and colorful.” She scribbled her bra and panty size on a piece of paper she had grabbed form the counter. “Here are my sizes. Do you have something like that?”
“We just got a new line in. Let me get you a few samples and you’ll tell me what you like.”
“Perfect.”
Twenty minutes later.
Logan walked in to see Veronica facing off with Madison Sinclair.
“Really Veronica do you think any of that is going to spike Logan’s interest?” Madison said in her usual catty voice.
“Sugarpuss, did you remind them that we wanted 2 sets of the pale pink? You know what it does to me see you in that color. Madison hello, are you bothering my fiancee?”
“Fiancee?!”
“Yes Madison, Veronica and I are getting married on Saturday.”
“You can’t marry her, you dumped her, you were with me.”
“Madison, with all due respect I forgot about that nigh with you before it was even over. It was a drunk one night stand. We both understood that. I didn’t even stay the night, there was a reason for that. Just because you’re coming back around now, because you found out at college people aren’t anxious to kiss your ass. Well neither am I.”
“That’s right Maddy, and no that Logan has been cleared by the doctor to have caught nothing from the likes of you, we can be back together where we belong. Dick will be at the wedding. Honey, maybe we should invite Maddy to the celebration of our union. I know she likes to be the first to know stuff.”
“I’ll be to bust to attend.” Madison said as she turned on her heel to leave.
“Madison aren’t you forgetting something?” Logan asked sweetly.
“I don’t believe so.”
“You forgot to give Veronica your best wishes for a happy marriage.”
Madison turned to look at Veronica and with hatred streaming from her eyes. “Best wishes, Veronica for a happy marriage.”
“Thank you Madison.” Veronica said with a straight face.
Madison turned and all but ran from the store.
“So did we find all sorts of naughty bits to put in your lingerie drawer?” Logan asked a little to eagerly.
“You enjoyed that way too much.” Veronica said.
“So did you.” Logan said with a wink. “Are you staying over tonight?”
“I was hoping I could. I want to spend tomorrow night at my Dad’s. The next day we’re getting married. Logan I haven’t even thanked you.”
“For what?”
“You’re turning your life upside down for god only knows how long for me. The person who has probably hurt you more than anyone else has. You’re always trying and I’ve always been the one to just take it as if it’s my due, but when you asked me to do something for you, I’ve shut you out.”
“Veronica I couldn’t leave you. I promised I’d be here for you, even if it was only as your friend.”
“Well at least now I can’t run away. I’m actually going to have to deal with the uncomfortable moments. I can’t bury them.”
“And every time we fight I can’t go around in an alcohol haze. I need to be able talk to you about my concerns, and not have you brush them off. As someone who loves you, I have the right to be concerned when I see you purposefully putting yourself in danger. I have that right. You shouldn’t brush it aside. When you do that, I do stuff like hiring the bodyguard. Okay?”
“This time it’s really warts and all isn’t it?”
“Yeah.”
“Let’s go get some take out and go back to the hotel.”
“All ready giving me orders.”
Saturday at the Mars apartment
“Veronica! Mac and Parker are here.” Keith called to his daughter.
“Veronica! Please tell me that gorgeous white stretch limo out front is for us.” Parker begged.
“Yes, “ said Veronica with a slight eyeroll as she came from her bedroom with a pair of white sandals and a garment bag slung over her arm.. “Logan arranged it. He also had my car picked up and delivered to the house. So are you two ready to be slathered, wrapped, scrubbed and rubbed?”
Mac gave a slight goran. “I’m as ready as I’ll ever be.”
Veronica smilled as she gave Mac the black velvet box that held Logan’s ring. “You’re responsible for this. Are your dresses in the car?”
“Yep.” Parker said with a grin.
“Then let’s go. Dad we’ll see you at the courthouse.” Veronica said as she gave her father a kiss on the cheek.
“I’ll see you then. Have a good time ladies.”
“See you in a few hours Mr. Mars.” Parker said as she followed Veronica and Mac out the door.
When she got to the limo. Mac had already handed their clothes to the driver, and was about to step in to the limo. Parker got in and couldn’t believe the sight inside the limo. “Logan knows how to go all out for his bride.” As she took in the champagne, sparkling water, as well as the fruit and vegetable trays set up inside the limo.
Veronica smiled as she helped herself to a glass of the champagne and some fresh strawberries. “Parker are you sure this isn’t to weird for you?”
“Veronica, Logan and I parted awhile ago, and we parted as good friends. I’m happy for the both of you. Besides, I met someone over the summer and it looks like it’s getting serious.”
“Really?” Veronica asked.
Mac grinned as she drank from her own glass of sparkling water. “His name is Michael.”
“Shut up Mac.” Parker said with a grin.”Seriously though we’ve been going out about a month. Logan insisted on meeting him then Logan took Michael aside and said something to him. I didn’t ask for details.”
“That’s probably a good idea.” Mac said reluctantly. “Veronica I hope you realize my sacrifice for today. I’m wearing a dress and standing up with you with Dick Casablancas.”
“I thought you two were getting along now.” Veronica said as she ate some more of the fruit.
“We are exsisting in an uneasy truce.”
“Better than in a war zone. Veronica stop hogging all the fruit.” Parker said as they rolled up to the spa. “Oh my god! Logan got us in here? Cache is the most exclusive spa in Neptune. You have to know Madonna just to get an appointment.”
“That’s Logan.” Veronica said as the driver came around to help them out.
There was a trio of women in pale lavender coats waiting for them. The statuesque brunette stepped forward and spoke to Veronica.
“Miss. Mars? It’s a pleasure to meet you. Mr. Echolls described you perfectly. My name is Gabrielle, I’m the manager of Cache. These are my assistants Monique and Gwendolyn. If you’ll follow me. The driver will bring your things in. We have a lot to do in a short period of time.”
Veronica exchanged a look with Parker and Mac. “You heard her lets go get beautiful.”
When they got inside they were met with a motif of pale lavendar and lots of green it was very soothing to the eye.
Gabrielle turned around to address them. “I think we should begin with the clothing and then I can go over the spa package Mr. Echolls purchased for each of you.”
“Clothing?” Veronica said very confused.
“Yes it was a surprise from Mr. Echolls. I understand you’re getting married today. Mr. Echolls had a few people send over some dresses for you to choose from as well as dress for your attendants. He did not see any of the dresses, from what I understand, he told them simple, understated and something that would be perfect for a wedding on the beach at sunset.”
“A beach wedding?” Veronica asked shocked. She was still trying to form words when her cell phone rang. She saw the call was from Logan. “Logan a beach wedding?”
“Who says a necessary wedding can’t be pretty? Just go along with it. And stop worrying about the cost.”
“I was not think about the money this time.”
“I’ll see you at 4:30. Have Gabrielle call me when Mac and Parker pick their dresses out so Dick and Wallace’s shirts can match.”
“See you at 4:30" Veronica said as she disconnected the phone. “Gabrielle, Logan says to give him a call when Mac and Parker pick their dresses out. Lead us to the dresses, and explain what package Logan purchased for us.”
“Mr. Echolls purchased the bridal package for each of you. It offers you a choice of a sea weed wrap or a mud treatment, a salt and sugar scrub shower treatment, followed by a hour massage, finishing with a manicure, pedicure and hair styling. Which is why Mr. Echolls had us close the spa this afternoon for you three. Everyone is here to help you ladies get beautiful and enjoy your time with us.. Here are the dresses.”
Veronica ran into a cacophony for white and colored fabric. Parker was in her element, even Mac seemed to be enjoying herself.
“Mac look at this one.” Parker said as she pulled out a short satin sleeveless dress with ruched v-neck in a soft shade of lilac. “It’s simple, doesn’t scream bridesmaid, and it’ll be comfortable.
Mac looked at it objectively. “You know it is pretty. Let’s try them on and see how they look.”
Mac and Parker went off to change as Veronica kept looking through the gowns. When she found it. A white chiffon sheath with pleated bust, empire waist, and tie back. She quickly ran with it to the dressing room and stripping down put on the dress. She felt like a princess in the dress.
“Veronica! Come look at the dresses.” Parker called out.
Veronica stepped out in the dress she had found. “I think I found mine too. Well what do you think?”
Mac gave her a grin. “You look gorgeous. It’s the perfect dress. What do you think of ours?”
“They are great. The dress suits both of you. Do you think I should go for a veil? Logan like my hair when it’s wavy and down, but I thought maybe up a little bit in the front at least.”
Parker went over to the veils and found a white single layer fingertip veil with pearls. “This would be perfect with the dress.”
Gabrielle came back in then and asked, “Are we all set ladies?”
Veronica did a little turn and said “I believe we are.”
“In that case, I’d like to recommend a frech manicure and pedicure for all of you. It will go with the dresses and you won’t be walking around with lilac nails.”
“Sounds great.” Mac said before the other two could speak up.
“Then ladies here are your robes, if you’ll change into them we’ll get started. Have you decide on whether you want the wrap our the mud treatment?”
Parker piped up. “I’m for the mud.”
Veronica and Mac agreed.
“Then ladies let’s get going.”
Three hours later
Veronica slowly eased into the heated massaging pedicure chair. She saw Mac and Parker were already in a happy place. “I could really get used to doing this every couple of weeks.”
“I’m with you sister.” Parker said as she pushed the button to start the massaging again.
“I’m going to have to make sure any job I have includes a perk like this.”
“Ladies, I’ve brought you some more sparkling water. Are you having a good time?”
“Can I move in?” Mac asked seriously.
“Can I bring you anything else? We have some salads or some sandwiches. Ms. MacKenzie, Mr Echolls said you were vegan. I apologize I don’t have any vegan sandwiches, but we do offer Vegan salads.”
Mac nodded her head. “That’ll be fine.”
Parker asked “Do you have a chicken salad sandwich?”
“Yes we do.”
“I’ll have that please.”
Veronica raised her hand and said “One for me too.”
“I’ll be right back.”
Before they knew it they were redressed in their wedding finery.
“Are you ladies decent?” Keith called out.
Veronica came out to the lobby, “Dad what are you doing here? Are you okay?”
Keith felt his heart clutch as he saw Veonica standing in front of him a vision in white. “You look beautiful sweetie.”
Veronica turned for him. “You like it?”
“I’m almost speechless. I have two things for you.”
“Well I got the blue garter, and my dress is new, so I just need old and borrowed.”
“And I have those. Technically this is new to you, but your mother and I decided when you were little, that we wanted you to have a special necklace from us when you got married.” Keith said as he opened up a faded red velvet case, and showed Veronica a creamy pearl necklace.
Veronica stared at it. “Dad.”
“Well turn around and let me put it on you.” Keith said as Veronica turned around and he carefully fastened the necklace around her neck. “This next one is technically borrowed, but they are also a gift.
“What is it?”
“Logan contacted Jake so they he could get word to Duncan about the wedding. Jake messengered these over to me. I was to tell you they were Lilly’s. His parents had bought them for her seventeenth birthday. They buried her with the diamonds they bought her for her sixteenth. Jake thought you might want a little something of Lilly today. He said you were to consider them a wedding gift. Lilly would have wanted you to have them.” Keith handed her a small black velvet box.
Veronica opened it and saw pearl and diamond dangling earrings. She remembered when Lilly had shown them to her. A part of her wished that Lilly and Duncan could be here today with her and Logan. She quickly put them in her ears. She also handed her father the necklace Lilly had given her on her sweet sixteenth birthday. “You’ll take care of this of me today right?”
“Absolutely. Why don’t I get the rest of your things and put them in the limo. The driver will be delivering everything to the house after the ceremony. You know, regardless of Lilly’s faults, she loved you. She would have wanted you to be happy and not to worry so much about love being perfect or normal.”
“No one knew how to grab on to fun like Lilly did.”
“Lilly’s problem was realizing that there are consequences for your actions. You can only lie so much before people stop believing what you say.”
“Dad.”
“Veronica, I’m just saying don’t be afraid to let Logan in. No one gets a gurantee in life. You two could be happy for the next sixty years or one of you could die in an accident tomorrow. If you concentrate so much on the fact that you could lose each other, you won’t be there for the great moments you can have. Your mother and I didn’t work out, but I can’t regret being with her. I got you. Will you think about what I’ve said?”
Veronica nodded, “I promise Dad.”
“Hi Mr. Mars.” Parker said as she stepped out of the dressing room. Mac followed.
“Ladies you look beautiful. Let me put the rest of your things in the trunk of the limo, and we can go. Your flowers are already inside it.”
“Let’s go get me married. Gabrielle do we owe you for anything.”
“Not a thing. Enjoy your wedding day. I hope since you were pleased with our services, you might consider coming back occasionally.”
“I’ll see what I can arrange. That massage alone is worth every penny you charge.”
“Have a beautiful day.”
‘Thank you.” Veronica said as she stepped out into the warm August sunshine. She walked toward the limo and climbed in as the driver held the door open for her.
Veronica went to sit down and saw her bouquet of mostly lavender and a few white roses, and a single red calla lily in the middle. Mac and Parker’s were identical except they had more white than lavender roses.
Parker and Mac climbed in the limo to sit across from her.
“What beautiful flowers.” Parker exclaimed. “The red lily is for your friend Lilly?”
Veronica nodded with a small smile. “She would have wanted to stand out.”
“That she would have.” Keith agreed as he got in the limo too.
It felt like only seconds later that they pulled up to Dog Beach. Logan had everything set up chairs and a satin runner that lead up to an arbor that was covered in white and lavender roses, with red calla lily’s interspaced within them. To the side was a large tent that was set up with a dance floor and tables. Food was already arriving and being set up in chafing dishes. Keith got out to make sure everything was ready for the wedding to start.
Veronica recognized some people from high school and from Hearst that were seated in the chairs. “Oh my god!”
Mac quickly turned around to see what Vweronica was staring at. “Is that Madison?”
“Logan and I ran into her and we invited her. I can’t believe she actually came. Here I thought my wedding was going to be dull. Look Weevil came.”
“Is that Carmen with him?” Mac asked.
“Look like.”
“You two are leaving me out of the loop.” Parker complained.
Mac pointed to Weevil, “You see that guy there with all the tatoo’s and the gorgeous brunette beside him?”
“Yeah.”
“He’s had the hot’s for her since grade school. I guess he figured Veronica’s wedding was a safe event to invite her to.” Mac explained.
“Who is the gorgeous brunette standing next to Logan and Trina?” Parker asked
Veronica leaned forward. “That’s his brother Charlie. Wow, I can’t believe he and Trina came for Logan.”
Keith came back to the limo and opened the door. “We’re all set. You ready for this kiddo.”
“Sure I get married every week.” Veronica deadpanned. “Parker you go first and then Mac, then Dad and I will follow. Leave your shoes off until we get in the tent. You don’t want to walk on the sand in heels.”
“You got it.” Parker said as she made her way to get out of the limo.
Mac reached out to squeeze Veronica’s hand, and followed Parker out of the limo.
Veronica heard the beginning notes of The Perisher’s Sway. She shook her head Logan would pick that one. “I can’t wait to see what he has us dance our first dance to.” When she saw Mac was halfway down the runner she got out of the limo and slipped off her sandals.
She took her fathers arm and began to make her way toward Logan. They made their way down the runner to the arched arbor had been set up on the beach.
Before she could think twice her father kissed her cheek, shook hands with her groom, and had placed her hand in his.
Veronica turned and faced Logan, looking deep into his warm brown eyes. She felt the sun on her head and she could smell the salty air that blew at them from the beach, where Logan had decided to have the ceremony.
The justice of the peace began to speak, “Dearly beloved we are gathered here today to join this man and this woman in holy matrimony; which is commended to be honorable among all men; and therefore - is not by any - to be entered into unadvisedly or lightly - but reverently, discreetly, advisedly and solemnly. Into this holy estate these two persons present now come to be joined. If any person can show just cause why they may not be joined together - let them speak now or forever hold their peace.
“I can do that.” a voice suddenly rang out from the fringes of the guests.
Everyone turned to look at Sheriff Lamb standing there looking all smug.
“You say these two can’t be married why?” The justice of the peace asked.
“They are only getting married to avoid testifying against each other at a trial.” Lamb was so proud of himself the buttoins were nearly bursting off of his uniform.
“So these two had never met before.”
“Nah they were in an off and on relationship for awhile.”
“So you have no proof that they weren’t already together and planning this before the incident occured?”
“Well no.”
“Then you need to shut up and sit down so I continue the ceremony. Now where was I? Oh yes, Marriage is the union of husband and wife in heart, body and mind. But more importantly - it is a means through which a stable and loving environment may be attained. Who gives this woman in marriage to this man?”
Keith stood up and said “I do.”
The justice nodded and continued, “This is a beginning and a continuation of their growth as individuals. With mutual care, respect, responsibility and knowledge comes the affirmation of each one’s own life happiness, growth and freedom. With respect for individual boundaries comes the freedom to love unconditionally. Within the emotional safety of a loving relationship - the knowledge self-offered one another becomes the fertile soil for continued growth. With care and responsibility towards self and one another comes the potential for full and happy lives. By gathering together all the wishes of happiness and our fondest hopes for Logan and Veronica from all present here, we assure them that our hearts are in tune with theirs. This relationship stands for love, loyalty, honesty and trust, but most of all for friendship. Before they knew love, they were friends, and it was from this seed of friendship that is their destiny. Do not think that you can direct the course of love - for love, if it finds you worthy, shall direct you. Marriage is an act of faith and a personal commitment as well as a moral and physical union between two people. Marriage has been described as the best and most important relationship that can exist between them. It is the construction of their love and trust into a single growing energy of spiritual life. It is amoral commitment that requires and deserves daily attention. Marriage should be a life long consecration of the ideal of loving kindness - backed with the will to make it last.”
He turned to Logan and asked “Do you Logan take Veronica to be your wife. To live together in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon her your heart’s deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto her as long as you both shall live?
Logan looked right in Veronica’s eyes and answered, “I will.”
He then turned to Veronica and asked “Do you Veronica take Logan to be your husband. To live together in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon him your heart’s deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto him as long as you both shall live?
Veronica answered looking only at Logan “I will.”
The justice smiled and said “I understand you wish to exchange rings. Logan will you take the ring and put it on Veronica’s finger with the words; With this ring I thee wed.”
Logan took the ring from Dick and slid it onto her ring finger, and said clearly, “With this ring I thee wed.”
The justice then motioned to Veronica. “Veronica if you could do the same.”
Veronica took the ring from MAc ans slid the sool metal over Logan’s ring finger. “With this ring I thee wed.”
The minister looked out into the gathering of people. “May you always share with each other the gifts of love, be one in heart and in mind. May you always create a home together that puts in your hearts love, generosity, and kindness. In as much as Logan and Veronica have consented together in marriage before this company of friends and family and have pledged their unity by giving and receiving a ring are now joined. You have pronounced yourselves husband and wife but remember to always be each other’s best friend. What therefore God has joined together let no man put asunder. And so, by the power vested in me by the State of California, I now pronounce you husband and wife.”
When Logan and Veronica just stood there. “You can now kiss your bride.”
Logan enthusiastically followed through.
“I’d like to introduce you all to Logan and Veronica Echolls.” The justice said over the clapping of the guests.