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At Last | Jadrigo

Featuring: Rodrigo Escobar & Jade Clark; mentions of Frankie, Emma, Fletcher & others Location: The Hibernia; San Francisco, CA Time Frame: Late afternoon/early evening, April 4, 2024 Notes: JADRIGO GET MARRIED, Y'ALL! @rodrigo-esc

JADE

Jade was sitting still as the finishing touches to her wedding ensemble were being adjusted into place. Her necklace was centered on her chest, Jewel was securing the bracelet to her wrist, and one of the photographers was making sure her hair comb was secure before stepping back and snapping some candid photos. Her new gown had practically fit like a glove when she'd first put it on. The alterations were minor and while Jade was new to believing in fate, she did feel like despite the circumstances that required it, this dress was meant to be. She appreciated Frankie helping uphold her staunch rule that there not be anything other than water in the room she was getting ready in. Once her jewelry was all in place and the photographer had the photos they wanted, Jade and Jewel carefully hugged each other.

The timing was perfect, as the coordinator knocked and poked her head in. "It's time! I need your wedding party to line up with Jewel, Jett and Jade at the back like we rehearsed." She smiled and asked, "Ready, Jade?"

Excited butterflies and nervous jitters were competing for space in her but after taking another deep breath, she nodded. "I'm ready." And after others preceded her out of the room, Jade picked up her bouquet and carefully followed them out to walk with the coordinator. No matter what happened now, she was going to marry the love of her life.

RODRIGO

Rodrigo was feeling calm which was a huge deal considering how many times he had been nervous during the preparation of his wedding. He kept adjusting his tie, hoping the knot didn't look ridiculous but thankfully Fletcher had helped him realize he looked fine. He had requested to see Emma right before she had gone off to join the others and he gave her a giant hug. "Guys have it easy." He murmured, sitting on the loveseat in the room while he waited. He chuckled wondering what his soon-to-be-wife was up to. There was someone at the door when he had gotten caught up in his thoughts and he lifted his gaze when they were told it was time. The groomsmen went to line up with the bridal party and Rodrigo was to be led to the altar. Once there, he'd wait as the guests arrived and filled their seats.

Time was going quickly and slowly both at the same time. While he didn't think that was possible before, Rodrigo certainly felt that now. He made sure to nod at all the guests, smiling as they all took their seats on either side of the room. It was nice recognizing every face and it made him glad to have an intimate ceremony.

Fletcher would come down the aisle with Frankie first and then Emma and the others. Once his brother was up at the altar beside him, Rodrigo took a deep breath. in mere moments, the music would change and he knew it would be Jade. He couldn't wait to see her.

JADE

Jade gripped her bouquet tightly and did her best to keep herself calm. They'd made it to this point without incident but she would likely feel better once she finally saw Rodrigo. She hadn't seen him all day so far and was silently cursing that particular tradition now. He was her rock and balance when she felt unsteady, nervous or started filling her mind with self-doubt.

Standing out of sight of the aisle, she watched as Fletcher, Frankie, Emma, Jasper, and Ziggy headed out to the ceremony site, walking to Ella's Fitzgerald's "Our Love Is Here To Stay". And when Jewel and Jett were about halfway up the aisle, the music smoothly transitioned, fading from the beautiful vocals of Ella to the iconic violin opening to Etta James', "At Last". Jade's heart was thumping hard in her chest. She didn't need the coordinator to tell her that that was her cue. Glancing down and seeing the early trail of Jewel's rose petals, she took another deep breath and felt herself smiling as she followed it with careful strides around the corner and to the stark white runner--now beautifully sprinkled with white and baby blue rose petals. She heard fabric rustle and a few chairs creak as guests got to their feet to greet her. Yes, Jade was aware of the people standing on both sides of the aisle, but only vaguely. Her brown eyes lifted and immediately locked on Rodrigo.

There he was.

Her heart leapt up into her throat, pushing some tears into her eyes that she tried to blink away. Her lipstick-painted lips curved into a smile, and then a toothy grin as Ella's sang, "My heart was wrapped up in clover the night I looked at you..." She let out a small, breathy chuckle at how utterly overjoyed she was just at the sight of him at the opposite end of the aisle. She was his, completely, and he was hers. And although there were several snaps of a professional camera quietly clicking somewhere nearby, she was wholeheartedly fixed on Rodrigo.

Remembering to move her feet again, she started up the aisle, all smiles with tiny tears sitting on her long lashes. Her heart was galloping the entire slow walk down the aisle. The nervousness was slowly dissolving with each step closer to her future husband. She felt like she was falling in love with him all over again and could only hope that this was what she could look forward to with marriage now on the horizon for them.

RODRIGO

Rodrigo smiled as his friends walked down the aisle. It all felt so surreal. The music playing filled him with the utmost happiness. After everything they had been through, the obstacles Jade's mother had created for them, they were finally here. He felt a small lump forming in his throat as he patiently waited for his bride. When he heard the music change and the guests stood up, he straightened up and looked out for Jade.

His mother had warned him that when Jade appeared, he'd be moved. While Rodrigo didn't deny that'd happen, his expectation was different than the real thing. The moment his beautiful bride was in his line of sight, his gaze never tore away from her. A soft smile pulled at his lips as his cheeks warmed. That lump forming in his throat had fully created a space there and his heart beat only for her. He chuckled when she did and seeing how happy and beautiful she looked coupled with the music, Rodrigo felt the tears forming in his eyes. Before she could even reach the altar, Rodrigo was crying, his body shaking slightly. The officiant offered him a tissue and he chuckled again as he accepted it to wipe his face. "I'm a mess," he whispered with his teary eyes still focused on Jade.

It felt like the first time he'd seen her with her trench coat and beret. Rodrigo should have known then that he was hers. When his bride stepped up to him, Rodrigo's smile widened and he faced her completely. He wiped his tears again before whispering, "How are you real?" it was enough for the front of the audience to hear and the air was filled with soft laughter and sniffles. "You look beautiful."

JADE

Seeing Rodrigo cry made her instantly want to get to him faster. She had never seen him cry before and although she saw him smiling and even chuckled mere moments before, it still pierced her heart. But from her peripheral, she saw the officiant offer Rodrigo a tissue at the same time that Fletcher tugged a handkerchief free from his breast pocket. She still wanted to go to him quickly and help clear his tears--despite some of her own brimming in her eyes--but she continued her intentionally careful walk all the way down the aisle until she reached him.

The music faded just as Rodrigo asked his question. Jade's smiling lips parted for a small, breathy chuckle in response. "I love you," she ended up mouthing and then swallowed thickly and whispered back him, "So do you." She reached up and lightly brushed away a tiny bit of tissue residue from under his eye and then resumed holding her bouquet with both hands. The officiant invited everyone to have a seat again and proceeded to welcome everyone and thank them on behalf of the couple for being there to support them and witness their nuptials. And as much as Jade was trying to retain everything the officiant was saying, her mind was so full of Rodrigo. She was committing this moment with him to memory while her mind was pulling up various memories of Rodrigo and the 2 of them.

It wasn't until the officiant addressed her directly that Jade came out of her slight trance and took the cue to share her vows. Tugging a folded sheet of paper from the base of her bouquet, Jade turned to hand the flowers to Frankie and then unfolded the paper with slightly unsteady hands to read. "Rodrigo, I can't say enough of how much you mean to me and how much I love you. When we met, I didn’t believe in fate. My upbringing just didn't allow for me to believe in such a thing, and that life was only moments of chance and luck. But you moved me. Your kindness, humor, love, openness, nurturing and patience with me changed my mind and my heart. You have made me believe in fate. You have made me want to be a stronger and better version of myself so that I can stand here today, and everyday after and be confident in saying and being your friend, partner and your wife. With that, I promise to continue to love you, support you, walk beside you through all of the good, bad and in-between that life throws our way. When you're sick or having a hard time, I promise to be there to be your strength and give you all that I have to care for you, protect you and lift you up. My heart has been yours before today, and it will still be yours for the rest of our days." Folding the paper back up, she said, "I love you, Rodrigo Emiliano."

RODRIGO

Rodrigo dried his eyes, taking Fletcher's handkerchief as well as the tissues. He'd need all the help he could get. He felt incredibly light on his feet almost as if he'd fall at any moment and the only thing keeping him grounded was Jade. She was his anchor and she had been since the day she walked into his life. He was overwhelmed by happiness and complete adoration. How did he live so long without her?

"I love you." he echoed her words and for a quick second, he caught sight of his crying mother being comforted by Luna. That also made him cry again and he quickly joked, "Bear with me." to the officiant, Jade, and the group of friends and family in the room. His words were met with some more laughter and he was glad for the light feeling in the air. He couldn't keep his eyes off Jade as he wanted this moment forever in his memory. He wanted to revisit it over and over again, tell others about it, and make their children want to puke from how disgustingly adorable they both were. He'd never thought he'd get this chance.

When the vows were to be presented, Rodrigo paid close attention to Jade, listening intently, his tears still forming at just about anything that was happening at this point. Jade's vows were perfect. He cleared his throat and reached into his pocket for his written vows. "Hard act to follow." He chuckled and sniffled away his tears. "Phew. Okay." He straightened himself and looked at Jade in her beautiful eyes. "Jade, when I met you, I was excited about having someone help with the school play. In truth, I saw it as a way to get myself out of it. I'm the worst, I know." He smiled at her. "And all my scheming went to waste the moment you walked into my classroom. When I saw you, all i could say was 'I see you, God' because you had caught my attention many times before and I just never had the chance to approach you and suddenly, there you were but I had to keep it professional." he chuckled. "That didn't last long."

He turned the page over. "It didn't last long before I was completely enamored by you. Everything about you made my heart jump, made me want to try harder, and made me want to be better because, for me, you deserved nothing less than extraordinary. And early on in our dating life, I was hit with the feeling of when is it too soon to know you're dating the person you want to marry. I asked my friends, I asked Drew. Thanks, Drew. When it happens, it happens. It doesn't have to be a perfect equation of time. I saw a future with you, my future, your future, our future. No one has ever made me as happy as you have. No one has accepted every bit of me as you have. No one has made me feel secure in my feelings as you have." He felt his tears fall. "I mean look at me right now. Who am I even?" He smiled. "I know who I am because of you. I never thought this would happen and it's met every great expectation I've had of falling in love. I promise to love you for who you are, and for who you are yet to become. I promise to be patient and to remember that all things between us are rooted in love. I promise to nurture your dreams and help you reach them. I promise to share my whole heart with you and to remember to show you how deeply I care for you, no matter the challenges that may come our way. I promise to love you loyally and fiercely—as long as I shall live." He folded his paper and took a deep breath. "I love you today and always, every day a little more than the last."

JADE

Jade was holding firm to the paper she'd written her vows on. She'd re-folded it and when she finished sharing her vows aloud, she accepted her bouquet back from Frankie and held the cascade of white and blue flowers the entire time Rodrigo took his turn. His comment of her being a tough act to follow made her bashfully chuckle. Her eyes didn't leave his face once. As she listened, she took in everything about him, watching his eyes follow the words on his paper, his lips form the words and curve with his occasional chuckles. And when fresh tears formed, Jade felt that urge to wipe his tears rise up again. All the while, his vows and the inclusion of when they first met had her feeling like her heart was swelling to the size of her chest cavity. She never loved anyone before Rodrigo and she knew she would never love someone like him ever again. He really was it for her and she was beyond happy about that.

When he finished, she carefully stepped forward and reached up to wipe his tears away from under one eye and then the other. The officiant looked moved by the couple but eventually continued the ceremony with the exchanging of their rings and their, 'I do's. While Jett was their ring bearer, their actual wedding bands had been in Frankie and Fletcher's care. Jade turned to Frankie to get Rodrigo's band in exchange for her bouquet again, and the officiant began with her again. "Do you, Jade, take Rodrigo to be your lawfully wedded husband? Do you promise to love him, comfort him, honor and keep him for better or worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and health and forsaking all others, be faithful only to him so long as you both shall live?"

Jade wanted to reply, "And then some," but she stuck to the order of the service and replied, "I do," with a smile before carefully placing the band on Rodrigo's ring finger.

RODRIGO

When Jade reached to dry his tears, he smiled at her, unable to keep his gaze away. "Thank you, honey.' He whispered those words and then turned to his best friend for Jade's band. Rodrigo listened to the officiant and then to Jade, his smile pulling the corners of his lips. When she slid the wedding band onto his finger, he admired the piece of jewelry for a few seconds. It was perfect and he'd wear it every single day.

The same words were repeated to him. "Do you, Rodrigo take Jade to be your lawfully wedded wife? Do you promise to love her, comfort her, honor and keep her for better or worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and health and forsaking all others, be faithful only to her so long as you both shall live?" It was all picture-perfect. Rodrigo took everything in. Jade's beautiful dress, her hair, her gorgeous bouquet, the ring now on his finger.

Rodrigo nodded, his smile still gracing his features. "I do." He noticed her engagement ring was on her right-hand ring finger so that he could place her wedding band on her left-hand finger, closer to her heart. He slid the band on and he felt so much love in his chest. This was it. It was finally happening.

JADE

Jade smiled back, "Any time," whispering as well. And when it came time for her to declare her intent with Rodrigo and place the ring on his finger, the repeat thought in her mind was to not drop the ring. Thankfully, her fingers had been steady enough. She then waited as the officiant posed the questions to Rodrigo and when he said, "I do," she held her hand for him and parted her fingers slightly. After today, she would join her engagement ring with her band as it fit more comfortably on her left hand. But today, she was relishing the new symbol of hers and Rodrigo's marriage sitting solo on her finger. She smiled at the ring and then accepted her bouquet back from Frankie, her gaze quickly returning back to her husband.

The officiant conveyed blessings and a lifetime of happiness to Jade and Rodrigo just before saying to everyone present, "By the power vested in me and the state of California, I'm honored to pronounce you husband and wife." Jade grinned as the officiant looked to Rodrigo and said, "I know I don't need to tell you what to do now."

RODRIGO

He loved seeing the band on Jade's finger and he loved seeing it on his hand too. It solidified everything, made this dream come true and it created a sense of peace they both needed in their lives. No Jeanette, no Julya to ruin this moment. No drama, no tears full of sadness. It was pure love and peace and they weren't the only ones putting it out into the world. They were surrounded by people who adored them and that part especially made Rodrigo so damn happy.

He chuckled when the officiant said he didn't need to tell them what to do, Rodrigo shook his head and added, "nope." before gently taking the boquet from Jade to hand it to Frankie so that he can wrap his arms around her and delightfully and lovingly kiss her lips. The crowd applauded for them and even more when Rodrigo dipped her and when he withdrew, he helped her back on her feet with a giant smile.

JADE

Jade was momentarily taken aback when Rodrigo lifted the bouquet from her hands but when he closed his warm and sure arms around her slender frame and bent to kiss her lips, she wrapped her arms around his neck and returned the kiss. She held a little tighter around his neck when he dipped her but she'd lost herself in the moment. She and Rodrigo were married. Sure, they had their license to still sign but before all of their nearest and dearest, they were married. Pure joy filled her and had her feeling as nearly swept off of her feet as Rodrigo nearly had her. When he helped to right her again, she was still buoyant, almost to the point of dizzying delirium. "I love you," she said again, her hand now holding his while she retrieved her bouquet from Frankie one more time in preparation of walking back up the aisle. This time though, she wouldn't take that walk alone.

RODRIGO

“I love you more.” He chuckled knowing they’d argue this point forever if they allowed themselves to. He was on cloud nine, completely and utterly in love with his wife. Rodrigo took Jade’s hand and waited for their bridal party to walk down before it was their turn. Their audience filled with friends and family applauded for them as they walked together. He grinned and waved at a few people here and there and before the reached the exit of the ceremony room, he leaned into his wife to remind her that , “ we made it.” He brought their joined hands up to his lips to kiss Jade’s and continued walking toward their receiving line. They would have some time before joining the reception. While their guests enjoyed the cocktail hour, they’d get a sneak peak of their reception hall and photos . Before that, the newlyweds were going to have a chance at some cocktail hours appetizers in the bridal suite so they could get something in their stomachs and ready themselves for their pictures.

Rodrigo joined his wife in the bridal suite, waited for her to get comfortable and instantly wrapped his arms around her. “Mrs. Escobar, you’re the most beautiful woman I have ever seen.”

JADE

Jade playfully scowled at him even though she was still smiling. "I refuse to argue with you today." She was unbelievably happy and admittedly felt some relief that everything went off without a hitch. The photographers got photos of them coming up the aisle together and with the two of them heading to the bridal suite together. Once inside, Jade set her bouquet down so she wouldn't have to hold it while they had a moment to themselves. It was their first time being alone that day which was special in itself for Jade. She knew they would have photos to take, a marriage license to sign and guests to mingle with and thank, but for the time being, she was going to enjoy the one-on-one time with her husband.

Her smile grew from how Rodrigo addressed her. She leaned into him while trying to be careful not to get makeup on his white suit jacket. Cradling her manicured hands to both sides of his face, she looked up to him, "Thank you, my beloved husband." Even in her heels, Jade was still considerably shorter than Rodrigo but she gently pulled his face to hers for a tender kiss and then whispered, "I'm going to love being Mrs. Escobar." She grinned and then shut her eyes for a moment, thinking about their wedding ceremony and how wonderfully the day had been so far. Her mind was thinking about how great it was that they had done their first look during the ceremony rather than beforehand. "Are you ready to eat, drink and dance the night away?"

RODRIGO

Rodrigo chuckled at Jade's response. Her sass amused him and it was just one of the many things that made him fall in love with her especially since she had no idea sometimes she was being so funny. Once in the suite, Rodrigo reached for a glass of water to take a couple of sips. He hoped the bridal party was enjoying their first picks at the cocktail hour with everyone else and that all their guests were also okay.

"Beloved husband. That sounds soooo nice." He kissed her once more before she pulled away and smiled softly at her whispered words. "It just sounds right, doesn't it." He couldn't believe it, he was Jade's husband. "This dress...honey you really blew me away. I'm still not over it. I will probably never be over it?" He chuckled. The photographer peeked in to let the newlyweds know they'd be taking them to their reception hall in 20 minutes for their first peek and for photos. "Thank you." He answered the photographer and then pulled his wife over to sit on his lap on one of the couches. "Twenty minutes but not before we enjoy some of this spread." He sat on the couch and patted his leg for Jade to join him. "Grapes?" He tossed a few into his mouth and offered some to his wife. "And you bet the two of us are going to dance the night away. I won't have it any other way."

JADE

"I'm glad you think so because it's never going away," she promised. Her smile was bright as she replied, "It does. I hadn't told anyone before now, but I've been practicing my signature." Once her name was legally changed, she would be signing off on contracts, deliveries, paychecks and other future paperwork as, 'Jade Escobar'. She took a half-step back and looked down at herself, and then back up to Rodrigo. "Thank you, sweetie. I owe Jasper and our dad for it. Jasper even took the time to learn how to bustle it when I went to get it altered." Her hands moved from his face to his shoulders, even when she looked to the photographer and also thanked them for the time check.

Jade joined Rodrigo on the couch and giggled a little when he pulled her into his lap. She slipped an arm around his neck and pressed a kiss to his cheek. "Ooo, those look good. Yes, please," she accepted his offer, eating one at a time. "When we're taking pictures with the photographer, I'd love for us to get a few of us on the roof."

RODRIGO

Rodrigo kissed Jade on the lips, careful not to mess too much with her makeup but also knowing that Frankie and Emma would have makeup kits ready for her if necessary. They really did have a great group of friends. At Jade’s confession, his features softened and he smiled. “Really? That’s the cutest thing I’ve ever heard.” He imagined Jade practicing her signatures and it truly delighted him. He had a wife. He’d remind himself a million times through the night as it still felt so surreal but in the best way possible. Rodrigo listened to Jade tell her how Jasper and her father had come through with her dress and how her brother had learned how to bustle it. “I will thank them over and over again. Your father is really coming through and that makes me happy for you and for the future of your relationship.” He kissed her temple. “And Jasper is such an amazing man. I’m glad he’s a part of the family now too.”

Rodrigo gave Jade a couple of grapes and then made a small little plate of cheeses and fruits for her. He knew they were both starving. “Oh that’s a great idea! The roof is gorgeous. I can’t wait to see what the reception hall looks like.”

JADE

Jade blushed after admitting to practicing her new signature. She was still deeply elated about her and Rodrigo being married now but she knew it was a little immature to admit to signature practice. Her love for Rodrigo was completely unshakable though, regardless of the occasionally immature things she sparsely did. Still smiling, Jade said, "He really is trying. I think it’s just been harder for him to show it since I'm not a child anymore but I'll be forever grateful for him finding a replacement gown for me to wear today. And I'm glad you love it as much as I do." She shut her eyes at the kiss to her temple, and then opened them again at Rodrigo mentioning Jasper in his praise. "I'm sure Jasper feels the same way about you. And you know Jewel and Jett are excited that their favorite teacher is now their brother-in-law."

Jade continued to eat the grapes one after the other and then accepted the small plate Rodrigo fixed for her. "Thank you," she told him, picking up another grape from it. "Yes, I really loved the view when we were touring this place for our venue. I'm excited to see how the reception hall is transformed too. Our theme is so fun and everyone looked so amazing when we were walking away from the ceremony." As she picked up a cube of cheddar cheese to offer her husband, she looked him in his eyes and asked, "Do you know how handsome I think you are right now?"

RODRIGO

He found everything about Jade endearing. He loved how she was funny without even trying or knowing she was making the funniest or remarks. hearing that his wife had been practicing her signature made him beam with pride of being her husband and also want to squeeze and cuddle her for being so damn adorable. "I love that you've been practicing. It's really sweet and I think it just makes you even more special. Rodrigo nodded as Jade spoke of her father. He was glad that the man had swallowed his own pride and had seen the errors of his ways. He hoped that Wendy would follow suit soon. While he knew she tolerated a lot, she needed to also not blame Jade (whether it was in her head or in a subtle way or not) for the wrong doings of the patriarch in the family. "I really do love it. It was absolutely made for you and it goes perfectly with our theme." A gentle smile appeared on his lips as he thought about being Jasper's brother-in-law and hearing how excited the twins were too. "Not that I'm biased or anything but I do love them very much."

"Well, you had some amazing ideas and everyone does look amazing. It's a dream come true." He opened his mouth for the cube of cheese and chuckled when it was tossed in. Rodrigo smiled at his wife and pressed a soft kiss against her lips after he chewed his food. "Pale in comparison to you, honey but thank you. I wanted to really match the theme. I can't wait to see all of our pictures. I want all of them. I just want to always remember this day and to be able to look back on it."

JADE

"Thank you," Jade replied, still blushing as she sat in her husband's lap. She was so ridiculously happy and in love with the man she was now married to. They had a good life together, even when getting through the challenges that had come their way. "I'm glad you love it. I know you wouldn't have cared what I'd worn today, but I did. I mean, I wanted to wear something special and memorable for today, for myself and for you. My dad had three gowns delivered somehow and this one," she touched a hand to her own lap, "was my favorite." For a few seconds, Jade leaned in and rested her forehead to Rodrigo’s. She nuzzled her nose to his and then raised her head when Rodrigo began fixing a small plate for her.

"Thank you, my love," she said and grinned when she stuck the cheese in his mouth. "And I can't wait until our honeymoon." She returned his kiss and then shook her head with a smile at how he turned the compliment back to her. "I won't think on the trip too much right now because just like you, I want to take everything in today and make as many memories to look back on for today. But I'm excited for all of it!" She picked up a piece of cheese for herself and then set the plate down to free up her hands long enough to cradle Rodrigo's face in her hands. "Did you have breakfast this morning?" She was so used to eating something with Rodrigo's breakfast in the morning but because they were apart, she couldn't help checking in on him.

RODRIGO

"Your dad has great taste then!" Rodrigo meant that. Jade's dress was stunning. Rodrigo smiled softly when Jade rested her forehead against his and chuckled when she nuzzled her nose against his nose. "I love you so much." He'd say it a million times tonight and then a million times every day. Rodrigo was full of love for Jade and now that she was his wife, he was just over the moon. He reached up to caress her cheek bones with his thumbs and kissed her lips once more. "Thank you for making me the luckiest and happiest man."

"Our honeymoon is going to be amazing, I just know it. We have to take a lot of pictures there too. We definitely deserve it." Rodrigo and Jade worked really hard to do the things they wanted to do with their wedding and honeymoon. They had budgeted and made proper plans, had taken it easy so that any surplus from their paychecks would got into their wedding account. He was proud of their tiny sacrifices. He finished off his little plate, figuring he'd have plenty to eat when dinner was served. A smirk pulled at his lips when Jade cupped his face and all his focus was on his wife. "I had coffee and a pancake. I did munch on some fruit and veggies that were out for me and the groomsmen as we got ready so it hasn't been too bad. I'm ready to eat the big stuff though." He chucked, knowing Jade knew how big of an appetite he always had. "What about you?" The photographer knocked on their door and announced they had 6 minutes or so left and Rodrigo nodded before looking back up at Jade.

JADE

"And I love you," Jade replied, smiling under Rodrigo's tender touches against her face. Her heart was then fullest it had been since he proposed to her--ready to burst and completely fill her completely. "We'll absolutely take plenty of pictures, go on tours, try authentic cuisine, visit the museums and enjoy everything New Orleans has to offer us." She was glad that she and Rodrigo would be able to fully enjoy their honeymoon as much as they were enjoying their honeymoon. With much of their personal funds going into the wedding and the two of them setting up a honeymoon registry for family and friends to contribute to, they were more than set for their trip.

As she listened to what Rodrigo had for breakfast, Jade reached for another grape but frowned. "A pancake?" Hearing about the fruit and veggies helped ease her but only mildly. She knew Rodrigo had a better metabolism and bigger appetite than a single pancake could satisfy but she believed him being ready for the dinner they would be having at their reception. Offering him the grape instead, she said, "Frankie took care of breakfast for all of us getting ready together earlier. There we're donuts, muffins, croissants, fruit, coffee, orange juice..." She trailed off not having specifically mentioned what little of that she'd eaten but she added, "There were nuts and granola bars and water bottles in here earlier while we were getting ready." She looked to the door and also nodded and thanked the photographer again, and then admitted to Rodrigo, "I ate a bit at breakfast and snacked on almonds while I was getting my hair done. I was trying not to drink too much so I wouldn't need to use the bathroom once I was in my dress, but now, I could use one of those water bottles." She carefully stood from her husband's lap in hopes of finding a remaining bottle. "I don't want to faint at our own wedding," she added with a small laugh, thinking back to Luna and Khamani's wedding.

RODRIGO

As he listened to Jade talk about their upcoming plans for their honeymoon, he couldn't help but get slightly lost in their future trip. He would be lying if he said he wasn't excited about getting away from California for a bit and actually spend his time off doing something. This time, he had a whole-ass wife to hang out with and have fun with. "Outside of our friend's weddings and, I haven't really gone on vacation so this will be amazing."

He chuckled at her response and nodded. "I know. A pancake, What a nightmare. I was a little nervous this morning and rushing but I promise I did snack a lto and it made up for it." He was relieved to hear that Frankie had come through. "A God-send! I'm so glad they took care of all that for you guys. He shook his head at her and playfully pointed. "No passing out!" He was glad that Jade was going to drink water and would be mindful of making sure she did so during the reception. "Alright, beautiful. Are you ready to party with your husband?"

JADE

"You deserve more trips away. Even if they're little weekend getaways once in a while." Jade knew she wasn't much better than him in that regard but it sounded like a good goal for them to set going forward--either together, solo or with friends. But when they got to talking about their food for the day, Jade had been a bit nervous about talking about what she'd consumed. She was glad that Rodrigo had done some snacking but she was sure he was going to love the spread he would have to enjoy for their wedding. Jade stuck to her word that even though Fresh Start was handling the food, she didn't lay one finger on any of the preparations or the cake. Her staff wouldn't have let her anyway.

"No passing out," she repeated back like a promise spotting an unopened bottle of water in the corner and picking it up to open and sip. As she drank some water, she hummed, "Mmhm," and then she offered some to Rodrigo before picking up her bouquet again. "To the roof first? I bet we could get some really pretty sunset photos before we go see the reception."

RODRIGO

"That doesn't sound bad at all. We should do that, the two of us." It was something the two of them could look forward to. Rodrigo and Jade both deserved to treat themselves especially with how hard they work. "Maybe we can do little weekend or day trips once a month as a realistic goal." Rodrigo kissed Jade's temple once smiled at her. "Great idea." Rodrigo gladly took the water from Jade, taking a few sips before standing up to adjust his outfit and hair. He looked in the mirror quickly and smiled to make sure there was nothing in his teeth. "To the roof first." He opened the door for his wife and let her go first. Their photographer came jogging to them and Rodrigo expressed their desire to take some photos in the sunset. They were led up onto the roof and Rodrigo kept Jade's hand in his as the followed the instructions.

JADE

"Once each month sounds doable for us. We could look into places outside of San Francisco to visit. Like wine-tasting in Napa, or a weekend in Lake Tahoe. Or maybe down to Pismo Beach or something?" They were just a few suggestions that came to mind as the idea grew in her head. She smiled from Rodrigo's kiss to the side of her head and thanked him again when he complimented her for the idea. And after both of them hydrated a bit and Rodrigo double-checked his appearance, Jade gripped her bouquet and said, "Thank you, honey," to his chivalrous act and she headed out of the room, walking hand-in-hand with him to the roof. She heard some camera shuttered behind them as they took to the stairs and then onto the rooftop setting.

The couple were directed through some common shots of Jade standing back to Rodrigo’s front with his arms around her while she held her bouquet. There were a few different poses with them facing each other and a few times, they'd ended up photographed laughing. One of Jade's favorites that the photographer showed them after-the-fact had been with Rodrigo's facing the photographer and Jade standing beside him with her back to the photographer. They were holding hands in the middle; Jade had a lax hold on her bouquet in her other hand while Rodrigo's other hand was resting casually in his pocket. The two of them had their heads turned to each other with Jade looking up into his eyes and Rodrigo gazing down into hers. They'd taken some other photos with the sunset in the background and then were led back downstairs to get their sneak peek at the reception hall. On their way, Jade said, "I can't wait to see all of those. That was fun!"

RODRIGO

“You really are full of the best ideas.” He was glad that they balanced each other so well and they always looked out for one another. The idea of going a few trips here and there would help them both tremendously with the stressors from work and just life in general. As newlyweds, it would also be a nice break for the everyday living and their chance to unwind a little.

Rodrigo followed every direction tossed their way and made sure to keep Jade warm in between shots. He was so impressed with how quickly and how beautifully the photographer captured them. “They did such an amazing job. I’m really happy we did those photos, babe.” Rodrigo smiled and pressed a kiss against her lips.

The photographer follows them downstairs and then walked in front of them to capture their reaction. You could hear their guests laughing and talking at the cocktail hour. Rodrigo smiled and took a deep breath before opening the doors so they could walk in. Once inside, he felt his jaw drop slightly, a small chuckle falling from his lips. “Babe…” he whispered and looked over to Jade. “Look at this!” It was truly the most beautiful reception hall. Everything they had envisioned was now theirs.

JADE

"I'm glad you like my ideas," Jade told him in earnest. She was beyond thankful to be married to such a loving and supportive person. Rodrigo let her shine and gave her opportunities for her to let him shine too. She had fun with him on their dates out or nights in, and she loved going to special occasions with him be it to celebrate a holiday or support friends or family.

The rooftop photo session had been a joy and when they got downstairs on their way to the reception hall, the photographer momentarily delayed them to get just a few more couples shots by one of the venue's blue double doors. The color had been perfect with their wedding's color scheme and the way she and Rodrigo positioned themselves, Jade was sure they would be more meaningful and beautiful photos. She thought about this up until Rodrigo opened the doors to their reception space and the photographer captured their genuine reaction to the transformed space. It was the perfect meld of a 1920s speakeasy and a 1930s jazz club. There was a tower of champagne glasses at the bar, art deco designs of blues and golds, and beautiful centerpieces on each table. The food was set up and the cake was on full display. A big band of 10 musicians dressed in white and black blazers and slacks had even been set up in a corner near the dance floor. A DJ was setting up too but the live swing, jazz and bebop excited Jade more. She gasped, wide eyes taking everything in. "Oh my God..." she whispered, squeezing Rodrigo's hand. "This is incredible. I can't believe this is all for us."

RODRIGO

The venue was meant for them or at least that's how it felt. The blue doors alone made for beautiful shots and if not for the photographer, Rodrigo would have missed those. He was too excited to see how everything had turned out. They had gvein their idea into detail to their coordinator and had dreamt about what this day would look like since the day he proposed. He understood now why people insisted on perfection when it came to their weddings. It was something he hadn't given too much thought until now that it was their turn. In his mind, Jade deserved a fairytale wedding. She had been through so much, had endured so much with Jeanette and her upbringing thinking or being made to think she'd never reach this point in her life. Rodrigo wanted nothing but the best for his wife. So after they took their pictures and they went inside, he made sure to keep his loving gaze on Jade. He wanted to capture her reaction and commit it to memory.

He smiled brightly when she squeezed his hand and while yes, the room looked phenomenal, he couldn't stop taking Jade in. She was heavenly, out of this world and this was the type of happiness that made her shine. "All for us, honey." He shifted his gaze momentarily to admire the setup. He thought about the people he loved and their reactions too. He couldn't wait to celebrate with them. He couldn't wait to dance the night away with his wife.

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