A/N: Originally thought of making this story have multiple shots. But I felt it won't justify nor quench my thirst of satisfaction. So I made this as a separate story... Hope everyone continues to read.. Thank you.
Everyone would be around 28-29.
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JUVIA'S POV
"Wow Meredy-chan, you look so beautiful. Juvia is sure Lyon-san will once again fall head over heels for you."
I beamed with happiness after seeing my best friend in the white wedding gown which made her look like an angel. I hugged her and patted her back.
"Thank you Juvia-chan. If it wasn't for your recommendation for this make-up and hairstylist at the last moment, God knows what would have happened to me."
" Aw Meredy-chan, you are beautiful even without these makeup.
These are just extra touch ups which makes you look ravishing for tonight's occasion.
Now are you ready to go? The car has arrived.
But before that 'Congratulations Meredy-chan'. Juvia's really happy for both of you."
I broke the hug and smiled at her which she reciprocated back.
Then I helped her by collecting the back side of her long gown so that she doesn't trip.
Once we sat inside the car which Lyon-san had sent for picking us. Then we began to discuss about the wedding destination as Lyon-san has kept this piece of information under the dark for a long time so that he could surprise his fiancee.
"Meredy-chan, has your cousin and his family arrived? Why don't you call them and verify? Juvia is worried as the ceremony would begin in an hour."
I looked at her for an answer with a worried look as I didn't want any delay in her wedding due to small things.
Meredy-chan caught hold of my hand and squeezed,
"Juvia-chan, stop worrying. You always do this and stress yourself out for my sake.
I called them and you know what your worries are baseless because he, his wife and their daughter have arrived already this morning along with some of their friends.
Now they are with Lyon and also helping him out. And you know what my cousin and Lyon's cousin are friends.
Finally you are going to meet all of them for real. This time you can't escape."
I smiled and sighed in relief as if I have held my breath for a long time,
"Juvia just doesn't want to be an intruder when you or Lyon-san visit your cousins which happens once in awhile.
That's why, she never came with you both.
Moreover, Juvia remained ignorant and never got a chance to know about them personally.
But Juvia guesses this time no escape. Surely she will meet both of them."
But the smile on Meredy-chan's face turned into a sad frown and she began to zone out.
I don't know what made her suddenly change her good mood but it's my duty to keep her happy.
So in order to bring back that cute smile on her pretty face, I made funny faces and tickled her a bit.
As expected she cracked into fit of laughter and finally back to her real bubbly self.
Once the car stopped at the "Happy Times Beach Resort", we were spellbound for two things.
Firstly, this resort was one of the expensive beach resorts in Hargeon and secondly, from the current location, it looks a beach side wedding theme which Meredy-chan always dreamt of.
"I can't believe he booked this resort for our wedding. I'm really awestruck. Lyon, I can't wait to see you now."
Meredy-chan covered her mouth with palms and began to shed happy tears as he correctly guessed her choice of wedding theme and made it reality even if they were financially behind.
I wiped the tears from her face so that the makeup didn't get ruined.
Truly Lyon-San's such a gentleman and lovely person always makes sure Meredy-chan's happy.
I'm really happy for them and wish they stay like this forever.
"Now...now, don't cry. Juvia doesn't want to see this cry baby face. Meredy-chan can always thank Lyon-san in many ways.
Now enough of water works soon-to-be Mrs.Vastia. Come let's get inside."
I winked at her which made Meredy-chan blush.
As we reached the entrance gate, there we were greeted by Meredy-chan's and Lyon-san's other friends from college days and workplace.
Suddenly a tall, slender and beautiful lady stopped us, "Meredy, finally have you arrived. Your groom was getting cold feets." She laughed which made her look splendid.
Meredy-chan sensed that I need an introduction of this person who stood in front of us,
"Juvia-chan, she's Ultear. Lyon's cousin and my team leader at work. And Ultear, this is Juvia-chan, my best friend."
Ultear-san extended her hand forward for a shake which I reciprocated back with a tiny blush on my cheeks, "Hello Ultear-San, nice meeting you. Thank you for taking care of Meredy-chan."
"Hello Juvia, I do feel the same and it's my duty to take care of my dear staff and soon-to-be sister-in-law."
Ultear smirked which didn't go unnoticed by me but chose to shrugged it off.
'Why does she look so familiar? Have I seen her anywhere before? Even her name sounds familiar.' I wondered until Meredy shook my shoulders gently.
"Juvia, I'm taking Meredy with me for a bit more touch up while you go to the kitchen and check if the buffet items are ready, if it's not a bother for you."
Ultear ordered me which I took in a positive note and agreed to help.
"No problem, Juvia will look into it and come back."
"Of course, you must come back and get a bit freshened up before the ceremony begins as you are my maid of honour."
Meredy-chan smiled and parted ways along with Ultear.
After checking out the buffet arrangements with the head chef, I made my way towards the room which was assigned for the bride.
But on the way, I met Lyon-san who looked handsome and happy groom.
"Oh Juvia-chan, you look so pretty. When did you arrive? Where's my bride? I'm desperate to see her now." Lyon-san said with a tiny blush on his fair cheeks.
I chuckled at his cute antics and thanked him for the compliment and also informed him that she was now currently with Ultear.
Lyon-san began to fidget when I asked him the next question, "Is Ultear-san your only cousin or someone else also? Because she appears quite familiar to Juvia."
Lyon-san waved his hand in front of me in a fidgety manner which I didn't get why this sudden change in mood which made me regret.
Before I could apologise to him suddenly a voice interrupted us.
"Lyon, come on. The ceremony is about to start in 10 minutes. So...."
The voice stopped as soon as we turned around to take a look at the person.
As I turned around my eyes widened due to shock on seeing this person for the first time in these ten years.
Even his eyes were widened and his sentence was stopped in mid clearly showing the surprised expression in seeing me.
"Juvia….Is that you?"
Lyon-san spoke my shoulder which helped me regain my composure. I don't know how Lyon-san knows him.
I feel betrayed for some reasons and totally avoided looking at Lyon-san's face.
"Yes… it's nice meeting you, Jellal-san. How have you been? Is everyone here with you?" I tried to sound less desperate.
Jellal-san looked at me with a sad smile and nodded in agreement.
"Juvia-chan, he's Meredy-chan's cousin." As Lyon-san disclosed the truth my felt a stinging feeling in my chest.
"Oh Juvia sees!! Fine, Juvia will go upto Meredy-chan as the ceremony is about to begin in few minutes."
I tried to control this hurt feeling so that I do this wedding by hurting my best friend's feelings.
I decided to push this matter for later times and focus on what ahead of us right now.
"Juvia, everyone at Meredy's room. Go meet them. I'm sure girls will be quite happy in seeing you just like me." Jellal-san patted my shoulders.
I smiled at him before leaving the guys alone and made way to the room.
LYON'S POV
Juvia-chan didn't even look at me which made me worry as I and Meredy-chan knew what happened to her before she left Magnolia and why she avoided meeting her friends at any cost.
"She's still not ready to come to terms with her past." Jellal said and patted my shoulder indicating that everything will be alright.