Well, Today was it, the wedding. Sunset really couldn’t believe it was actually here. It had been forever. She was both ecstatic and nervous. Today she was going to marry the love of her life, Spike. She had only known him for about a year but it didn’t matter, they meant everything to each other and today they would be wed. She couldn’t wait for it to be. She had gone out to set up everything the day before. She had a few things in odd places do to actions she predicted. Once she had woken and had breakfast, the groomsmen had gone to the library and the bride and bridesmaids went to the boutique to prepare. Sunset would then go from there to the wedding. She and Twilight had just arrived at Rarity’s.
“Come in darlings!” Rarity called in a sing song voice.
Sunset, Twilight and Fluttershy did just that. When they walked in, they saw Rarity magically holding a sheet over their dresses.
“Oooh, I’m so excited for you darling!” Rarity said giving Sunset a hug.
“Thanks Rarity. I’m really excited, but I’m also really nervous.” Sunset said, returning the gesture.
“I’m sure everything will work out just fine.” Twilight said.
“Yeah, just pre-wedding jitters is all. Fluttershy, you’ve been through this, any advice?” Sunset asked.
“Well….um...when I was nervous I would just stop and take a big breath, then I would think of all the good times Discord and I had and I wasn’t nervous anymore. If that’s okay with you.” Fluttershy said from behind her mane.
“Thanks, don’t know what I would do without you.” Sunset said.
Then she proceeded to follow her friend’s advice. It did the trick; after she opened her eyes she wasn’t nervous, just happy. She had a huge smile plastered on her face. Rarity then lifted the sheet to reveal the dresses.
“I hope you don’t mind, but I changed your dress a little.” Rarity said.
The changes made it look exactly like her first Fall Formal dress but in the form of a small horse.
“It’s gorgeous Rarity.” Sunset replied.
“Okay, we should put these on.” Twilight said.
So they did just that. They all put on their dresses. Sunset thought they all looked amazing. But she was in love with her wedding dress. But just then a thought struck her.
“Hey girls?” Sunset called.
“Yes?” replied Fluttershy.
“Well you know how the bride’s father is supposed to walk her to the altar? Well what am I supposed to do?” Sunset asked in slightly sad tone.
“Oh, um. I never thought of that. I guess just go by yourself.” Twilight said.
Sunset nodded.
“Hey, shouldn’t we get going?” Sunset said.
“Yes we should, let’s walk, we have the time.”
“Sounds nice, I like the scenery.” Sunset replied.
The group then set out at a leisurely pace. Sunset was still slightly nervous but that was to be expected. She was also so very excited. They soon arrived but Sunset stayed out of sight of Spike, she believed it was bad luck. Sunset usually wasn't superstitious but one can’t be too careful. Everypony got into their places for the wedding to begin; Sunset was at a near panic attack when the music started. “This is it.” Sunset walks out into the aisle and begins to walk. The other ponies there turned to look at the bride. Her only focus was the little dragon at the altar, her husband to be. This was it. Sunset stops at the altar in front of Celestia and opposite of Spike. She looks at him and smiles the most genuine smile she had ever given.
“Before we continue with the ceremony, there is one piece of business that needs to be taken care of. One year ago today I made a deal that if Spike and Princess Twilight Sparkle believed Sunset Shimmer had changed she could stay in Equestria. Do the two of you believe she has changed?”
“Yes, I wholeheartedly do.” Twilight said.
“I do, I really really do.” Spike said.
“Then I deem Sunset Shimmer a citizen of Equestria.” Celestia decreed.
Everypony cheered for Sunset. Sunset in turn merely blushed. She was of course happy, but what was about to happen would be millions of times better.
“Now, onto the wedding. We are here today to witness the holy matrimony of Sunset Shimmer and Prince Spike.” Celestia started.
Spike winced at the use of his title but he knew it had to be said. Sunset just gave him a loving look.
“Do you Prince Spike take Sunset Shimmer to be your lawfully wedded wife?” Celestia asked.
“I do!” Spike said with enthusiasm.
“And do you Sunset Shimmer take Prince Spike to be your lawfully wedded husband?”
“I do!” Sunset said with the same enthusiasm.
“Then by the power invested in me, I now pronounce you Dragon and Mare, you may kiss the bride.”
Spike did just that. When their lips met they exchanged all their love for each other. The ponies
around them cheered. The pair didn’t pay attention; they just kissed for what seemed an eternity.
When they pulled apart, they began to cry a little and hugged. Then at the reception, they received much praise from their friends. Discord made it rain chocolate once and filled an empty bowl Sunset had set out just for the occasion. Discord also made a surprisingly good first toast, but it was Celestia’s that gained everypony’s attention.
“I would also like to propose a toast to Equestria’s newest Princess!” Celestia stated.
Everypony quickly whipped their heads to look at Sunset Shimmer.
“Wait what?!” Sunset said; spitting the wine she was drinking.
“You married Spike who is a prince, and just like Shining Armor is a prince by marriage you are a princess now.” Celestia said, raising her glass for the toast.
Everypony cheered for Equestria’s new princess. Sunset decided to blow off that whole idea until a later date. It didn't matter; all that mattered was that she and Spike were now married. The reception was very nice from that point on. Everypony had a great time. When they were preparing to leave to go home, Twilight told them she was going to be in Canterlot so they had the house to themselves. They blushed, but were also very happy at that. As they were about to leave Sunset remembered something.
“Oh, almost forgot.” Sunset said throwing the bouquet.
To Sunset’s surprise, Rainbow actually caught it instead of Rarity. Rainbow then gave Applejack a very distinctive look.
Sunset and Spike went home to consummate their marriage. They didn’t make it past the front door before they started making out. They then consummated their marriage many times, but this time Sunset did not cast a certain spell.