I know I said that I'll make a Legolas one in the last oneshot, but here is one for Rúmil.
Word count: 1,509 words
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Today was the huge day. It was the biggest day of your life, actually. And that fact made you so nervous. You weren't ready. But you had to be. Plans were already made, so cancelling them would upset many people. Including your fiancé, Rúmil. He has been so excited for this day since he proposed.
Of course, today was your wedding day. A day dedicated to union, love, and celebration. Despite all of that, you were incredibly scared. Many of the people from the forest of Lothlórien were attending the wedding. So many people to possibly watch you mess up. Oh you were such a wreck.
Last night, you spoke to your fiancé about today. About how uneasy you were feeling. Rúmil was apparantly not nervous at all. In fact, he couldn't wait.
"I truly am excited." said Rúmil. "Soon, we shall be wed. You and I. Bound together for the rest of our lives."
"So you're not terrified out of your mind?" you asked.
"Why would I be?" Rúmil replied.
You sighed, having many reasons to be scared. "Don't you see? Many people to see me slip up. People we know! If something goes wrong, we wouldn't hear the end of it."
Rúmil realized that you must be horrified. He felt bad and he wamted to make you happy, but changing these plans for the wedding would not be possible. The wedding was only in a few hours, which means if it was cancelled, posponed, or changed so that it was just you and him, the guests would be utterly confused.
"Melamin, you're scared?" Rúmil asked, his hands going to your arms to comfort you. You nodded, looking down. "I understand. We invited so many people, and I know that you don't want them to bother you for messing up. You'll never mess up in the wedding. I know this. But if you do, what the people say won't matter. What matters is that you and I will be married. Trust me, you will do great no matter what."
Looking up at your fiancé's face, you smiled. Get yourself together. You can do this. As long as you got married to Rúmil, everything will be fine. Even if you trip and fall while walking to your beloved, do not panic. Don't be stressed about what others will think.
Now being fitted into your outfit, you remembered Rúmil's words. Remain calm, don't allow anyone to judge you for messing up. Or just try not to mess up. Somebody put a wedding circlet on your head. It was silver and quite shiny.
It was almost time for you to walk down the aisle. You were sick to your stomach. Deep breaths were not helping. Rúmil stood in front of an arch decorated with leaves and flowers. So many people were sitting in benches around the room. Haldir and Orophin could be seen.
Right as you peeked to see what was going on outside, you remembered the engagement party you and Rúmil threw. Haldir spoke at the party, and he had a bit to say.
"Love is such a fascinating thing to me. Especially since I have never fallen in love. We elves can only fall in love once. And when we do, we fall deep. So deep that we can never escape. After we lose our loved one, we can die from heartbreak. Now that my brother has fallen in love, I wish him an eternity of love with his beloved. A love so passionate, gentle, and true where nobody's heart breaks and maybe, someday, you two will bring a happy family." Haldir told the attendants.
After Haldir's small speech, there was a dance. Of course, you shared a dance with Rúmil. As the two of you danced, Rúmil softly whispered sweet words into your ears.
"I love you." he whispered. "And I cannot wait to be your husband."
Rúmil always told you how much he loves you. He'd always say that he was excited to be married. You were, too. Although you were quaking at the moment, you really wanted to marry your fiancé. It wasn't the marriage you were scared of, it was messing up the wedding that you were afraid of.
The amount of memories that flashed through your mind was large. Mostly, the memories were about you and Rúmil being together. One memory that stood out to you was the moment he proposed.
That moment froze time and put you in absolute shock. The exact moment he got down on one knee, you let out a loud gasp. You two were alone in the forest when he proposed. The ring he got for you was gorgeous. The jewel on it sparkled brilliantly.
Music began playing outside, which made you jump up and breathe heavily. It was now time. And oh boy were you nervous. Your legs were shaking and you hoped that you would not stumble and fall as you walked.
Slowly approaching your bride-groom, you managed to maintain balance. This wasn't so bad after all. Everyone's eyes were on you. Lord Celeborn stood by the altar, prepared to speak. You and Rúmil created your own vows, which you were a little nervous to say. You've practiced the vows, so hopefully there wouldn't be a problem.
Finally, you stood in front of Rúmil, about to get married. Lord Celeborn then began to speak. "We have gathered here today to celebrate the union of two lovers. The union of two families. Now, the couple has prepared their own vows, so I will allow them to say them." he said.
Rúmil was the first one to say his vows. "I met you long ago, when we were elflings. We were close friends, and I wasn't in love. However, that all changed that one day we shared a dance in the forest. I knew that I was in love. Soon, while we had dinner, I confessed, and to my surprise, you confessed as well. I regret nothing. I don't have a single regret on loving you and choosing to marry you. This was the best choice I have ever made." Rúmil began. "So, will you take me to be your husband, to love and cherish forever?"
"I do." you stated. You prepared to say your vows. Come on, you practiced this many times, you can do this. "We have been in love for many years. We faced many obstacles. Fights, disagreements, the fact that your job forces you to stay away from me for many hours. But, we always made it through. We pushed through, and better than ever. I love you, I've loved you for centuries, and I will continue to love you for the rest of my life. So Rúmil, melamin, will you take me to be your spouse to cherish and love forever?"
"I do." Rúmil said.
You were glad that you were about to get married. Rúmil slipped a wedding band onto your finger, and you did to his.
"I now pronounce you a wedded couple." Celeborn told you and Rúmil. "May Eru Ilúvatar and the Valar bless you with love, and you may now kiss." Rúmil wrapped an arm around your waist and pressed his lips against yours.
During the first dance, you and Rúmil talked to each other. It was almost exactly like the little dance the two of you shared in the engagement party. The flute and harp played as you two danced. Every person who attended the wedding was watching you dance with smooth movements.
"I can't believe it." Rúmil whispered. "I cannot believe I have now married the most beautiful person I've ever met. You don't know how lucky I am to have you. You don't know how much I love you."
"Maybe I do know how much you love me." you whispered. "Because I love you more."
"Aw, not true."
"Oh, but it is."
Soon, you and Rúmil went on a honeymoon to the elven city of Imladris. The experience was wonderful, and the folk were fair and friendly. You two were provided with a place to stay in during the time you spent in the Last Homely House.
As the two of you stayed in the little home that was provided, Rúmil messed with you and had the chance to tell you that he loves you millions of times. Life was like a dream then.
One night, you sat on a plush bed, waiting for your husband to sit next to you. In a few minutes, he came to you. He faced you with a grin on his face. His hand was out so you could take it and stand stand up. Rúmil led you up against a wall.
"So, melamin, are you happy that we are married now?" he asked, his arms around your waist. Your legs turned to jelly.
"I most certainly am." you replied, as Rúmil closed the distance between your lips and his. This new marriage was going to be great. In fact, it was the best thing that has ever happened to you.
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That's today's oneshot and I hope you enjoyed it. I promise that there will be a Legolas oneshot next.
Novaer, mellyn nin!