The Melaswen Paradox (Read 328,045 times)

[mae00]

I loved how Roman included John and the kids as part of who was giving her away.

Bwahahahaha at EJ sitting there between Chad and Tony. I can just see him sitting there like a sulking 2 year old who had just been punished by his parents.

[André DiMera]

Nope, Kpatch, I wrote those. I actually don’t remember the vows from their first wedding. I just wrote what I felt Sami and Lucas would say to each other. Glad you all liked it!

[krw627]

The wedding the way it should have been. Sami & Lucas were the next super couple. Those vows summed up their relationship beautifully!!

[André DiMera]

Chapter 377

MARTIN HOUSE
After the ceremony ended and all of the pictures had been taken, the party moved over to the Martin House. All the guests arrived, followed by the wedding party. After a prayer, said by Eric, food was served. A short while later, having eaten, Jamie stood up.
JAMIE: Can I have everyone's attention, please?
Everyone quieted down and turned to look at Jamie.
JAMIE: Thank you. For those of you who I haven't had the pleasure of meeting, my name is Jamie Caldwell. I'm the Maid of Honor, and as such, I'll be the emcee, as well as making a little speech. I've known Sami most of my life. We met when we were kids, and quickly grew to became best friends. We've helped each other through some really difficult stuff. I've known Lucas almost as long. We met when Sami and I were in high school. And, after some initial awkwardness for the three of us, I noticed that my best friend was falling madly for this really awesome guy. And then, life happened, as it always does. I moved away to Florida, Sami stayed in Salem. But, we would talk, and whenever we did, the conversation would, inevitably, eventually come around to Lucas. And I knew, I knew for the longest time that Sami and Lucas were meant to be together. And so, here we are. My best friend marrying the man of her dreams. Congratulations, you two. And thank you for making me a part of your special day.
Jamie raised her glass.
JAMIE: To Sami and Lucas!
EVERYONE: Sami and Lucas!
There were several claps from the audience. Then, Jamie sat down and Will stood up.
WILL: Good evening, everyone. Wow. Here we are. You see these two beautiful people up here? I've known them, literally, my whole life. And that's because they're the reason I'm even here. Every kid wants their parents to be together, and I was no exception. Throughout the years, I've seen them together and apart, and I've noticed that they're always better together. And I'm not just saying that because I'm their son. They are truly at their best when they're with each other. Mom and Dad, I'm so happy that you two have found your way back to each other. And being able to be a part of this day...it's one of the happiest moments of my life. I hope it's the same for you, as well.
Will raised his glass.
WILL: To my mom and dad, Sami and Lucas.
EVERYONE: Sami and Lucas!
The crowd cheered and clapped again. Sami and Lucas hugged Jamie and Will. After a moment, Sami, Lucas and Will sat down.
JAMIE: And now, it's that time of the night. Time for Sami and Lucas to have their first dance as a married couple!
Part of the room had been cleared as a dance floor. Sami took the microphone from Jamie.
SAMI: I know this isn't the most typical song for a first dance, but Lucas and I aren't your typical couple. And we both agreed that this song fits our relationship over the years.
Sami gave the microphone back to Jamie. Then, hand in hand, she and Lucas walked onto the dance floor and danced as the music started. CLICK HERE to listen to it.
SAMI: We made it, General.
LUCAS: We sure did, Trouble. I always knew we would.
SAMI: Me too. Hey, you know something?
LUCAS: What's that?
SAMI: You are the best, Lucas Horton.
LUCAS: So are you, Sami Horton.
Allie, Johnny and Sydney sat at a table near the front with Sonny and Ari.
SYDNEY: Mom is so beautiful!
Allie nodded.
ALLIE: Dad looks good, too.
As the song ended, Sami and Lucas leaned in and kissed to a chorus of cheers from the audience.

[heroicmuse]

I love this song. Great choice for Sami and Lucas!

Beautiful reception. I'm glad EJ hasn't made any trouble yet.

Great chapter André DiMera.

[krw627]

Love the speeches!! Love your song choice...it really does fit them.

[Kpatch]

Perfect speeches! Can picture the whole thing!

[mae00]

That song is absolutely perfect for Sami and Lucas.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 378

MARTIN HOUSE
After the first dance came the father/bride and mother/groom dances. CLICK HERE to listen to what's playing.
LUCAS: I'm glad you were able to make it.
KATE: Lucas, my son was getting married. Where else would I be? Even if Sami and I don't always see eye to eye-
LUCAS: Oh, boy. Here it comes.
KATE: Let me finish, would you? What I was going to say was that even though Sami and I don't always see eye to eye, I can finally...kind of...see that she makes you happy. That's all I've ever wanted, for you to be happy.
LUCAS: I am. I am extremely happy.
KATE: Good, I'm glad. It was a nice service.
LUCAS: Thank you.
The song ended, and Lucas and Kate hugged. Jamie picked up her microphone.
JAMIE: All right, and now it's time for the couple's dance. Everyone who's part of a couple, married or not, get on out to the dance floor!
The music started up. CLICK HERE to listen to it. Shawn-D walked over to the wedding party's table.
SHAWN-D: Mind if I pull you away for a few minutes to dance with my favorite lady in the world, Mrs. Brady?
BELLE: I would love that, Mr. Brady.
Belle took Shawn-D by the hand and let him lead her onto the dance floor. All of the couples were there. Claire and Chase, Doug and Julie, Kayla and Steve, Jennifer and Daniel, J.J. and Paige, Ciara and Trix, Carrie and Austin, Marlena and John, Tony and Anna, Chad and Abby, Will and Sonny, and of course, Sami and Lucas.
SAMI: This is so beautiful.
LUCAS: You are beautiful.
Sami and Lucas kissed.
As the night went on, there was more dancing. Kate walked over to get some water and was met by Bill.
BILL: Kate.
KATE: Hello, Bill.
BILL: So, here we are. Our boy's married.
KATE: He certainly is.
BILL: I'm happy for them.
KATE: As am I.
They stood there in silence for a moment, watching the dancing.
BILL: So, would you like to dance?
KATE: I believe I would, yes.
Bill took Kate by the hand and they walked to the dance floor. Meanwhile, Sami and Lucas were taking a short break from dancing. Lucas shook Mike's hand.
LUCAS: It's good to see you, man. Glad you made it.
MIKE: Are you kidding? Dad and I wouldn't miss this for the world. I'm happy for you, man. Sami seems like a great woman.
LUCAS: Oh, she is. So, what about you, man? How are you and Robin doing?
MIKE: We're good, thanks. Robin was really bummed that she couldn't get off of work, but she sends her love.
LUCAS: Well, tell her we missed her. How long are you guys in town for?
MIKE: Just the weekend, sadly. Dad's gotta get back to Africa, and I've gotta work, too.
LUCAS: Well, one of these days, either Sami and I will come out to see you, or you've gotta come out here when you can stay longer.
MIKE: I'd love that, man.
Marlena walked over to Sami.
MARLENA: Sami.
SAMI: Mom.
MARLENA: The service was nice. And, I want you to know, I'm very happy for you and Lucas. I'm sure you two will have many wonderful years together.
SAMI: Thank you.
Sami and Marlena gave each other a small hug.

[heroicmuse]

More perfect song choices!

I love how this wedding is a break from all the craziness and is just purely sweet.

I love how people in soapland can come from the other side of the world for just a weekend. Lol It was great to see Bill and Mike again, and a miracle happened and Kate was civil!

Great chapter André DiMera.

[Kpatch]

So happy Bill and Mike came.

LOL at the small hug from cold-fish Marlena.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 379

HORTON HOUSE
It was a few days after the wedding. Bill brought a suitcase down the stairs.
JENNIFER: Are you sure you can't stay a few more days?
BILL: Oh, I wish I could, sweetheart, but unfortunately, I've gotta get back. You should come out sometime, you and Daniel.
JENNIFER: Well, I'm sure we would love that. Oh, it's been so good having you home for the weekend!
Jennifer and Bill hugged.
JENNIFER: And don't think you're getting out of here without a hug, either, mister.
Jennifer and Mike hugged.
MIKE: Wouldn't dream of it, sis. Good to see you.
JENNIFER: You too.
There was a knock on the door.
JENNIFER: It's open.
Lucas walked in.
LUCAS: Mind if I join the party?
JENNIFER: Hey!
Jennifer and Lucas hugged.
JENNIFER: I thought you'd be packing to go on your honeymoon.
LUCAS: I did. Sami's just dropping off the kids, so I thought I'd come over and say goodbye.
Lucas and Mike gave each other a bro hug.
MIKE: It was good to see you again, brother.
LUCAS: You too, man. Thanks for coming.
Bill and Lucas shook hands and then hugged.
BILL: Congratulations, son. I'm proud of you.
LUCAS: Thanks, Dad. Glad you made it out.
BILL: I wouldn't have missed it for anything.
Bill looked at his watch.
BILL: Well, looks like our time is just about up.
Everyone had one last round of hugs.
JENNIFER: It was great to see you both again! Come back soon!
MIKE: We will, Jen.
Mike and Bill picked up their suitcases and walked out.

SHAWN-D & BELLE'S HOUSE
CIARA: I'm telling you, dude, you're overthinking it.
Ciara and Chase were sitting at the table eating breakfast. Claire walked in.
CLAIRE: What's going on?
CHASE: Hey. How'd you sleep?
CLAIRE: Good.
Claire and Chase kissed.
CLAIRE: Now, anyone want to tell me what's up?
CIARA: Chase seems to think that there's some malicious reason as to why Mom and Aiden haven't called to check in.
CLAIRE: Well, you have to admit, that is kinda weird.
CHASE: I know. Dad always checks in, even if he's super busy.
CLAIRE: I'm sure there's a good reason, though.
CIARA: Of course there is. They're being intimate. I mean, a week and a half in Hawaii and another in Alaska? There's probably lots of stuff to do there. Besides, it's still their honeymoon. I'm sure they've got plenty to occupy themselves.
CHASE: I hope you're right.
Claire hugged Chase. Then, Chase's phone went off.
CIARA: See, that's probably them now.
CHASE: I don't recognize the number. Hello? Hello?
He hung up.
CHASE: That was weird. There was just a bunch of static on the other end.

KETCHIKAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT – KETCHIKAN, ALASKA
Hope sat in one of the terminals in an airport in the southern part of Alaska. Aiden walked up, two cups in his hand. He handed one to Hope.
HOPE: Thanks. You find out anything?
AIDEN: Well, the snow's finally stopped falling, but they're still considering it too dangerous to fly out. The woman at the desk said they're going to try to find hotels for everyone here.
HOPE: Well, it's either that or live like that guy from The Terminal.
AIDEN: I should hope it doesn't come to that.
HOPE: I know. I was just trying to add some levity to a crappy situation. It'd be easier to get in touch with somebody from home and let them know what's going on if our phones weren't missing.
AIDEN: Unfortunately, that can't be helped at the moment. I did try calling Chase on a pay phone after talking to the woman at the desk. But, the connection was bad.
Hope took Aiden's hand.
HOPE: I'm sure we'll get out of this soon.

[heroicmuse]

I wonder what happened to Hope and Aiden's phones. I'm suspicious that this has something to do with Andre's plot. I wonder if Chase will try to find his parents.

I'm glad Bill and Mike came too! I wish we could see more of them.

Will there be previews André DiMera?

[Kpatch]

Oh, missing phones. This is bad. And someone is trying to call the kids. Hmm.

Sweet goodbyes from Bill and Mike. Bittersweet actually.

Can we have previews?

[André DiMera]

Thanks for reading and commenting, everyone! I'm glad you all enjoyed Sami and Lucas' wedding!

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Next Week...

A couple stranded in an airport...
HOPE: I'm sure we'll get out of this soon.

How long will they have to stay there?
AIDEN: Here we go.

Also this week, Sami and Lucas are finally happily married.
SAMI: Did we just...?
LUCAS: I think so.

And more goodbyes are said.
JAMIE: It's been so good seeing you!

All this and more next week on THE MELASWEN PARADOX!