Rhage_BDB: *Pacing around the foyer, mild sweat breaking out over my body, trying not to let my nerves show*
Rhage_BDB: *Hoping my surprise for @MaryL_BDB goes over well, wanting this to be the happiest day of her life.*
Butch_BDB: *Coming out of the door under the stairs, seeing @Rhage_BDB pacing* Trying to wear a groove in the tile there, Hollywood?
Rhage_BDB: *Halting, turning to see @Butch_BDB standing with a smirk on his face* Don’t make me sit on you again, cop.
Butch_BDB: *Frowning* @Rhage_BDB And risk wrinkling my new Zegna? Not a chance. What are you so nervous about anyway?
Rhage_BDB: *Taking a slow, deep breath* @Butch_BDB I don’t want to screw up the human part of the ceremony and disappoint @MaryL_BDB .
Butch_BDB: *shaking my head* @Rhage_BDB You can’t screw it up, and even if you do, @MaryL_BDB wouldn’t be disappointed. That female loves you.
Butch_BDB: @Rhage_BDB Besides, the human stuff is easy. Exchange vows, promise to love, protect, honor, pop a ring on her finger, and you’re done
Rhage_BDB: *Laughing and clapping @Butch_BDB on the back* Man, I feel for the female that takes you for her own.
Rhage_BDB: *Moving into the main room with @Butch_BDB* Wish you were standing up there with me today, cop. You’re my brother as far as I’m concerned.
Butch_BDB: *Following @Rhage_BDB * Means a lot to me, Hollywood. But I get that it’s your Brother’s honor to carve you up. I can respect that.
Butch_BDB: *turning to look @Rhage_BDB in the eyes* I wish I had some deep piece of advice to give you, but I don’t. But you don’t need advice do you?
Butch_BDB: @Rhage_BDB The two of you are perfect for each other. Absolutely perfect for each other. You’ll be fine up there. Just trust your heart.
Rhage_BDB: *Feeling at a loss for words for once, nodding @Butch_BDB* Thank you, Butch.
Butch_BDB: *clapping @Rhage_BDB on the shoulder* Anytime, my man. Now, let’s get you mated. Don’t want to keep the lucky lady waiting.
Rhage_BDB: *Watching my brothers file into the room, laughing and joking, feeling my connection with each of them*
John_MatthewBDB: *sitting next to @Wellsie_BDB while @Tohrment_BDB joins his Brothers*
Vishous_BDB: *Standing in line with my brothers, nodding to @Rhage_BDB*
Wrath_BDB: *Taking my place in line, bowing slightly to the @Scribe_Virgin and nodding to my brother, @Rhage_BDB*
Phury_BDB: *greeting the @Scribe_Virgin in the proper way, then smiling at @Rhage_BDB as I take my place in line with my brothers.*
Zsadist_BDB: *nodding @Rhage_BDB as I move in line with my brothers and quickly dropping my eyes to the floor.*
MaryL_BDB: *peering down from the top of the stairs, taking a moment for myself before anyone notices me*
MaryL_BDB: *smiling as I watch @Rhage_BDB with his Brothers…..his family, I cannot believe I’m here and this is now my life*
MaryL_BDB: *closing an eye, holding my hand out into the air, fitting @Rhage_BDB inside of it, just as I do the moon in the sky…*
MaryL_BDB: *dropping my hand and taking a deep breath as I begin to descend the stairs, nervously tucking my hair behind my ears*
MaryL_BDB: *giving a small nod to @Rhage_BDB as I move to stand beside him, letting a smile spread across my lips*
MaryL_BDB: *standing as tall as I can, my head straight forward but aware of everyone around me…….taking in one quiet calming breath*
BethR_BDB: *Seeing @Rhage_BDB take his place, smiling as I look over at all the brothers, anxious to see @MaryL_BDB.*SV: @Rhage_BDB Warrior bring forth and present the female you wish to take as your shellan.
Rhage_BDB: *Grabbing @MaryL_BDB ‘s hand, moving her up to greet the @Scribe_Virgin* This is Mary Madonna Luce, daughter of Cissy Luce.
MaryL_BDB: *eyes widening briefly as @Rhage_BDB presses me forward*
Scribe_Virgin: @MaryL_BDB This male asks that you accept him as your hellren, child. Would you have him as your own if he is worthy?
BethR_BDB: *Looking up at @MaryL_BDB in awe, watching as she greets the @Scribe_Virgin, thinking she looks absolutely stunning.
MaryL_BDB: *tilting my head back to look up at @Rhage_BDB, smiling so hard my cheeks burn*
MaryL_BDB: *my voice steady without hesitation* @Scribe_Virgin He is worthy. And I will have him as my own. Always.
Scribe_Virgin: @Rhage_BDB Warrior, this female, @MaryL_BDB will consider you. Will you prove yourself for her?
John_MatthewBDB: *noticing @Wellsie_BDB is starting to sniffle, damn glad @Tohrment_BDB has his back turned, hoping he can’t hear it*
Rhage_BDB: @Scribe_Virgin I will
Scribe_Virgin: @Rhage_BDB Will you sacrifice yourself for her?
Rhage_BDB: @Scribe_Virgin I have and I will. *turning to smile @MaryL_BDB*
Scribe_Virgin: @Rhage_BDB Will you defend her against those that would send to harm her?
Rhage_BDB: @Scribe_Virgin *nodding* I will.
Scribe_Virgin: *Knowing that @MaryL_BDB has tamed @RhagesBeast and the beast will defend her as well*
Scribe_Virgin: @MaryL_BDB Give me your hand, child.
Rhage_BDB: *whispering to @MaryL_BDB* Palm up
MaryL_BDB: *extending my hand slowly, palm up just as @Rhage_BDB instructs*
Scribe_Virgin: @Rhage_BDB Warrior.
Rhage_BDB: *Extending my hand to the @Scribe_Virgin without hesitation, feeling a warmth encase my hand*
MaryL_BDB: *eyes widening as a familiar warmth envelopes my hand at @Scribe_Virgin’s touch, the faintest gasp pulling across my lips*
Scribe_Virgin: This is a good mating. A very good mating. For all three of you. *Letting go of @Rhage_BDB and @MaryL_BDB ‘s hand’s.
Rhage_BDB: *Gathering @MaryL_BDB in my arms for a deep kiss, whispering against her lips* You make me so happy. I love you.
MaryL_BDB: *stretching up high….to the tip of my toes as I kiss @Rhage_BDB, smiling as I speak* I love you.
Wrath_BDB: @MaryL_BDB wishes to exchange vows with @Rhage_BDB per human custom.
MaryL_BDB: *smiling over @Wrath_BDB* I would very much like to do so. Thank you.
MaryL_BDB: *stepping back from @Rhage_BDB’s hold, taking both his massive hands into mine*
MaryL_BDB: *my eyes trailing up from our joined hands, to his broad chest…..shoulders and finally his face….* (@Rhage_BDB)
MaryL_BDB: *my only focus is @Rhage_BDB now, he is all I see…. everyone else in the room fades away as I begin to speak…*
MaryL_BDB: Rhage, I take you as you are and to be no other than yourself, in all ways that our life may find us….(@Rhage_BDB)
MaryL_BDB: You have always given me respect, protection and love……even when I pushed you away, denied you and dismissed your declarations for me….(@Rhage_BDB)
MaryL_BDB: *shaking my head, smiling up @Rhage_BDB* Never again will I deny or dismiss you…….this I promise.
MaryL_BDB: Though my arms are not as strong as yours, I will always carry you…(@Rhage_BDB)
BethR_BDB: *Grabbing my tissue, dabbing under my eyes as I watch @Rhage_BDB and @MaryL_BDB, feeling so happy for them both.*
MaryL_BDB: Though my legs are not as long as yours, I will always run when you call out for me….(@Rhage_BDB)
MaryL_BDB: And when the time arrives for you to leave this world, I will lay down beside you and let go of my life as well… (@Rhage_BDB)
MaryL_BDB: ….For there is no life I want to live if I am not living beside you. (@Rhage_BDB)
BethR_BDB: *Hearing @MaryL_BDB vows, my tears falling freely as I see her love for @Rhage_BDB.*
Rhage_BDB: *Smiling brilliantly, feeling tears sting my eyes as @MaryL_BDB ‘s words go straight to my heart.* I would like to offer vows of my own.
Rhage_BDB: *Looking @MaryL_BDB, holding her hand in my own* My Mary *smiling* You came into my life, an unexpected surprise.
FritzDoggen_BDB: *Feeling utter joy surround me, taking out my handkerchief*
Rhage_BDB: @MaryL_BDB I never thought to find anyone to love me, all of me, but then there you were. You captured me and the beast and made us yours.
Rhage_BDB: @MaryL_BDB You are my life, now and for always. I stand here today in front of my Brothers, promising to love you for eternity.
Rhage_BDB: @MaryL_BDB On my honor I promise to do everything in my power to keep you happy.
Rhage_BDB: @MaryL_BDB I promise to keep you well fed, warm your feet when they are cold, dance with you when you feel sad ,>
Rhage_BDB: @MaryL_BDB watch your foreign movies even if it kills me due to boredom,make you fly in the GTO, and to keep you safe always.
Rhage_BDB: @MaryL_BDB You bowled me over the first time I met you, and when you spoke my heart never recovered.
Rhage_BDB: @MaryL_BDB Standing here today, listening to you pledge yourself to me, those are the sweetest words I have ever heard.
Rhage_BDB: @MaryL_BDB *whispering adoration’s of love in the Old Language* I love you, Mary.
Rhage_BDB: *Taking the ring from @Vishous_BDB inscribed with ‘I believe you can get me through the night”* @MaryL_BDB With this ring, I thee wed.
Vishous_BDB: *laughing at @Rhage_BDB’s vows*
MaryL_BDB: *My heart bursting with overwhelming joy for the words @Rhage_BDB has spoken for me, the ring fitting perfectly.*
MaryL_BDB: *Grazing my thumb across @Rhage-BDB’s lip* I love you, so very much Rhage.
MaryL_BDB: *Running my fingers gently to the back of @Rhage_BDB’s neck, pulling him down to kiss me*
Rhage_BDB: *Smiling @MaryL_BDB as I kneel, stripping my robe off, exposing my back*
RhagesBeast: *uncurling, stretching and gazing back at who is revealed*
Scribe_Virgin: *Moving forward to restrain @RhagesBeast, watching as it moves of it’s own accord*
RhagesBeast: *Shifting lower on @Rhage_BDB ‘s back, making room for @MaryL_BDB ‘s name*
MaryL_BDB: *Watching intensely as @RhagesBeast shifts position on @Rhage_BDB’s back…..but why?*
Wrath_BDB: *Moving forward* @Rhage_BDB What is the name of your shellan?
Rhage_BDB: @Wrath_BDB She is called Mary Madonna
Wrath_BDB: *Bringing my dagger to @Rhage_BDB ‘s back, carving a ‘M’ in the Old Language*
MaryL_BDB: *My hand flying over my mouth as the dagger slices into @Rhage_BDB ‘s skin. Fighting back a gasp.*
MaryL_BDB: *Hot tears flooding my vision, blinking them away as quickly as I can, not wanting @Rhage_BDB to see*
BethR_BDB: *Moving to @MaryL_BDB ‘s side, holding her hand* Just breathe through it, it’s difficult to watch, I know.
Wrath_BDB: *Stepping back and smiling @BethR_BDB, mouthing ‘I love you’ *
Phury_BDB: *Stepping forward* @Rhage_BDB What is the name of your shellan?
Rhage_BDB: @Phury_BDB She is called Mary Madonna
Phury_BDB: *Bending down to carve an intricate A in the Old Language*
Phury_BDB: *Stepping back into line*
John_MatthewBDB: *eyes popping wide watching @Rhage_BDB get his back carved up*
Vishous_BDB: *Standing over @Rhage_BDB * What is the name of your shellan?
Rhage_BDB: @Vishous_BDB She is called Mary Madonna
Vishous_BDB: *Raising my dagger to @Rhage_BDB ‘s back, carving a R in the Old Language*
Vishous_BDB: *Stepping back*
Zsadist_BDB: *Coming forward* @Rhage_BDB What is the name of your shellan?
Rhage_BDB: @Zsadist_BDB She is called Mary Madonna
Phury_BDB: Easy, @Zsadist_BDB
BethR_BDB: *Looking over at @Wrath_BDB, smiling as I remember our own ceremony and seeing @MaryL_BDB stand where I was not that long ago.*
Zsadist_BDB: *Unsheathing my dagger, carving a Y in the Old Language with care in @Rhage_BDB ‘s back*
Zsadist_BDB: *Taking my place in line*
Butch_BDB: *watching the Brothers carve @Rhage_BDB’s back, wishing I could take a letter, but honored just to witness it*
Rhage_BDB: *Taking a deep breath as @Tohrment_BDB comes forward to carve the M, knowing the letter will look perfect.*
Rhage_BDB: *Kneeling, holding perfectly still, smiling wider with each remaining letter that is carved by my brothers. *
Rhage_BDB: *Glowing with pride as the last A is carved into my back, bearing @MaryL_BDB ‘s name across my shoulders.*
FritzDoggen_BDB: *Pouring the water into the bowl of salt, handing it to Master @Wrath_BDB*
Wrath_BDB: *Taking the bowl of salt water, dumping it down @Rhage_BDB ‘s back.*
Rhage_BDB: *Clenching my knuckles tight, biting back a hiss as the salt water seals my wounds, the pain extraordinary*
MaryL_BDB: *Flinching as I see @Rhage_BDB’s fists lock up in pain. My heart pounding, wanting to go to him.*
Wrath_BDB: *Taking the white cloth out of the lacquer box, drying @Rhage_BDB ‘s wounds, rolling the cloth up and placing it back in the box*
Wrath_BDB: @Rhage_BDB Rise, my brother.
Rhage_BDB: *Standing up*
RhagesBeast: *Unfurling again, moving to curl up under @MaryL_BDB ‘s name*
MaryL_BDB: *Watching in awe as @Rhage_BDB stands and @RhagesBeast undulates then rests up under my name.*
Wrath_BDB: *Handing the box to @Rhage_BDB * Take this to your shellan as a symbol of your strength, so she will know you are worthy of her
Wrath_BDB: and that your body, your heart and your soul are now hers to command. @Rhage_BDB
Rhage_BDB: *Bowing to @Wrath_BDB , taking the box, moving to stand before @MaryL_BDB, beaming with pride.*
Rhage_BDB: *Kneeling before @MaryL_BDB, bowing slightly, offering the box to her* Will you have me as your own, babe?
MaryL_BDB: *Reaching for the box, pressing tightly against my chest, nodding* @Rhage_BDB Of course I will.
Rhage_BDB: *Rising, kissing @MaryL_BDB deeply*
Rhage_BDB: *Holding @MaryL_BDB tight in my arms, looking at the rings on our fingers, a sign to humans that we belong to each other*
Rhage_BDB: *Kissing @MaryL_BDB again, whispering in her ear* I am the luckiest male on the planet because I have you as mine.
Vishous_BDB: *Chanting loudly in the Old language. Celebrating the mating of @Rhage_BDB and @MaryL_BDB*
Phury_BDB: *Chanting loudly in celebration of the mating of @Rhage_BDB and @MaryL_BDB*
John_MatthewBDB: *listening to the voices of all the Brothers chanting, feeling something stir deep inside, in my bones*
Wrath_BDB: *Chanting in the Old Language, celebrating the mating of @Rhage_BDB and MaryL_BDB. Hearing @Zsadist_BDB’s voice filling the room*
BethR_BDB: *Watching @MaryL_BDB and @Rhage_BDB’s embrace, his love for her filling the room, smiling at them both.*
Zsadist_BDB: *voice rising and falling chanting in the old language, celebrating the mating of @Rhage_BDB and @MaryL_BDB*
MaryL_BDB: *jumping high, locking my arms around @Rhage_BDB’s neck, yelling with happiness* WE DID IT BABE!
Rhage_BDB: *spinning @MaryL_BDB around* We sure did babe! You’re mine forever now!
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