The first step is the one you believe in

[handing]

Who: Pepper Potts, Tony Stark, and everyone who has gathered there today.
What: A wedding and reception
When: Sept 14, All Day
Where: Cherry Blossom Hill / The Battle Dome
Summary: Pepper and Tony are getting married finally officially finally.
Rating: PG/PG-13 max? There's at least one kid here.
The decorations on the hill are simple ones; they've chosen this spot because it's naturally beautiful without the need for embellishments. Chairs have been set up for the expected guests, with a clear path laid out for the wedding party. And of course up front there is a place for those people to stand, in sight of everyone gathered so Tony won't be able to tell Pepper "I told you so" as color commentary won't be necessary.

After the ceremony everyone will be invited to go to the Battle Dome for the reception. There Tony's programmed an expansive hall with tables and seating enough for everyone. There's also a dance floor, which everyone is encouraged to take advantage of. The atmosphere is warm and vibrant, clearly intended to help all in attendance have a good time. Dinner will be served, and there's an open bar, with rum by request of the officiant.

Just don't get too rowdy, okay kids?

{{ooc: Visual references and details can be found here. Link is very image heavy. There will be separate threads for before the ceremony, during, and the reception.

EDIT: Now with a sign up to catch the bouquet!}}

Comments

[tearmeanewone]

[And what eyes they are. Elizabeth's own eyes are practically sparkling--she'd thought it wasn't possible to fall more in love with Gai. Apparently there's something further down than 'hopelessly devoted', and she's going there.]

When you're well, and the dam breaks, you aren't going to be able to leave your apartment for the entire day. Fair warning.

[voidseeing]

Warning?

[He laughs, letting the hand on her waist slip just the tiniest bit lower to the small of her back. He would move it down even more, but they ARE in public and he is trying to behave himself at least somewhat today.]

Sounds like something to look forward to.

[tearmeanewone]

[For a quick second, Elizabeth thinks Gai isn't going to behave himself (he IS Gai, after all), and gets a half-squeak out before his hand stops. Cheeky boyfriend...]

All I'm saying is that before you tell me you're well, you'd better go to the grocery store and do anything that can't be put on hold for a day. Because I probably will exercise my deadly powers of persuasion.

[voidseeing]

[Oh, that was cute. Cute enough that he doesn't even feel like he missed out on anything by not going for the gold there.]

You're making this sound better and better by the minute.

[Then, lowering his voice...]

But you forgot to factor in the day after that where we'll both be too exhausted to move.

[tearmeanewone]

[Elizabeth's letting Gai's voice carry her away a little bit. But she hadn't slept by herself since before the mission, so there were certain... things she hadn't seen to in weeks. And they're at a wedding, love all around, Gai is dancing with her in a perfectly fitted suit and saying these things...]

[Things that she isn't shy about. She's blushing, but she's more than interested.] I'll make sure the ice box is restocked, then.

[voidseeing]

[Gai knew exactly what he was doing when he pulled out that tone of voice. He was aiming for a very specific reaction, and judging by the blush rising on Elizabeth's face, he got just what he wanted out of her.

He can't resist leaning in for a kiss before he finally responds to her statement. Okay, it's not an entirely chaste kiss. To his credit, though, he won't let it get out of hand.]

You've got yourself a deal.

[tearmeanewone]

[Elizabeth wants it to get out of hand. God does she want it. Not enough to hurt Gai, though, and reminding herself of that makes it easier not to try to start that kiss up again. Instead, she smiles and puts her head back on Gai's chest. Less temptation.]

[voidseeing]

[Gai is fine with that, resting his chin against her head as he just holds her close. He'd had his misgivings about being invited to a wedding, but in the end, he couldn't be happier that they'd come. It's been a good time for both of them, and while he may not have gotten a yes out of her, the answer he did get is more than good enough for him.

He can wait, as long as they can have what they have right now.]