//------------------------------// // Act of Devotion A.K.A. the Vows // Story: Prince Solaris Marries Arceus // by Metroid Prime //------------------------------// Proxima Centauri b, Alpha Centauri System Solaris gazed out at the three suns that stood at the center of this star system. Two of which were a pair, and the smaller third red dwarf star floating nearby. According to Arceus, this solar system was the closest to the one which Earth resided in, being visible in the planets night sky. But what made this place special was the fact that it would be where the fourth and final act could take place. The fourth act, the act of devotion was actually the exchanging of vows one would normally say in a during the actual wedding. While they would be able to say it later, this way it would further cement the fact that there was no backing out once it was said and done. As for their location, Arceus explained that it was to be done on neutral ground so that no fiance may have some technical advantage over the other if they did it in their own home. While not exactly necessary, it was encouraged. Plus, Solaris liked the idea of traveling to whole new worlds. "Beautiful, isn't it?" Arceus said as she walked next to him. "Yes, although not as beautiful as you." "Aww, That's sweet of you. Although be both know it is a given." "Then it only shows that you know me so well." "Indeed, so is your brother and your student on their way?" "Of course, should be here any moment now." Another thing about the fourth act is that they required at least two witnesses per party, it could be one family member and one friend, or two friends or two family members. "Who did you bring?" "My eldest daughter Giratina, as well as her Trainer." As if on cue, a portal opened nearby and out stepped a young woman in pink winter clothing. Her hair was dark blue and she carried both a professional and regal atmosphere with her. Coming out behind her was a large dragon with six legs and shadowy wings. "So this is Proxima Centauri b? Thought it would be colder," the girl said. "Mother arranged for appropriate life support and terraformed the planet so it that makes it look nice enough," Giratina said "True," the landscape so far looked like an endless grassy plane, with the exception of a stone structure the was a few feet away. "Now then, shall be see to this event Tina?" the girl said teasingly. The Renegade Pokemon suppressed a eye roll. While only her friends called her by her nickname, for her trainer to call her that felt like she it made her less intimidating. Fortunately for her, her trainer also had a nickname only her friends called her. "This way, Platina." Now it was the girls turn to make a face. Meanwhile. Prince Artemis and Dusk Shine entered the stone structure as both ponies took in the sight and presence of being on another world. "This is the second planet I have been to in a month," Dusk Shine said. "Yes, although this would be the third celestial body I have been to in my lifetime," Artemis pointed out. The two soon entered a room where they found Solaris and Arceus. As well as two other individuals, one of which Dusk and Artemis recognized as Giratina. "Giratina, Good to see you again." The dragon notice who entered the room and gave a soft smile. "Ah Artemis, thought I would see you here." Dusk however was currently observing the small biped creature that Giratina was with. "Who is your friend there?" The girl seemed unfazed by that fact she was looking at three talking horses. Mainly because Giratina told her who they were meeting, plus she had already met Keldeo before. "My name is Platinum Dawn Berlitz, heir to the house of Berlitz. But you may call me Platinum, pleased to meet you." It did not go unnoticed that she was acting very similar to a noble, but did not dissuade his interest in her as she did not seem to come off as snobbish. "My name is Dusk Andromeda Shine, but you may call me Dusk Shine or just Dusk." "...Andromeda?" "Yes, my middle name is Andromeda. Does that mean something to you?" "No, it's just we have a small neighboring galaxy here called Andromeda." "Really? Thats cool, in my world Andromeda is just the name of a star." It was at this point that Platinum also put on her curious face, "I see." After greetings were exchanged, Arceus sooned explained to everyone in detail of just was they where doing here. "Okay as you the four of you know, the final act before me and Solaris marry, the Act of Devotion, will be done here in this small alter. The Act of Devotion is when we say our vows to each other early as a final way to assure that this is something we really truly want." "I see, so we will be the witnesses to this exchange." "Precisely Platinum, you, Giratina, Artemis, and Dusk Shine will validate this Act with your presence." "Well, I for one am happy to do this for my brother," Artemis said. "Indeed," Giratina said "So what are we waiting for?" It took only a moment for everyone to get in the place. Soon enough Solaris and Arceus were looking each other in the eyes with the onlookers looking on. "It is customary for the proposer to go first," Arceus said. Solaris cleared his throat. "Arceus, I know that we live literally worlds apart, and that we both have big duties to our people. With those duties come responsibilities that take up our time and we have us make difficult choices." The alicorn paused for a moment. "But that's why I want to be with you. We all need that special someone in our life to lean on for support, just as we rely on our friends-" Dusk Shine cracked a smile. "-And family." As did Artemis. "We must also rely on each other when the need arises. I don't know if I truly deserve someone as sweet, kind and as understanding as you Arceus, but I am truly happy that you are in my life. I don't care if you don't call yourself a god, you will always be my goddess." When Solaris finished his vow, a 'dawww' was heard. But when everyone looked for the owner, all they saw was Giratina taking a sudden interest in the ceiling. Arceus then cleared her throat as she began her vow. "Solaris, I have lived for as long as life existed on Earth. So I have seen and have known many different people in my long lifetime, and while you may have many doppelgangers and counterparts throughout the Omniverse, I can say with surety that their is no one like you. I never considered falling in love until I met you, while the thought had crossed my mind many, many times I always told myself I would find the right person when I did. Then I met you, and when you asked to court me I saw thought I would at least give this chance, and I have never regretted that chance since. Even when I told you that I would most certainly outlive you, you didn't care you wanted to be with me for as long as it could last. I may be able to look into the future, but not matter how many times I can look I can never truly know what the future may hold for us. What I do know for certain is I too want to spend as much time with you as I can before the future comes." When Arceus finished her vow, no one said a word, as if they waiting for something to happen. "That's it?" Dusk shine asked. "Yes, that's generally how the fourth act ends," Giratina explained. "Huh, I kinda expected a more significant outcome." "That is kinda the point of the actual wedding. A big flashy finish here would just be mundane." "That does make sense, speaking of the wedding who is gonna marry you two?" Solaris and Arceus looked at each other, before looking back with smiles on her faces 4 Days later. Hall of Legends, Ezo Island "Love transcends all barriers, even those that exist to govern time and space. We are gathered here today to celebrate such a love." The Hall was filled with Legendary Pokemon, their trainers , as well as Dusk Shine's friends, his sister and Princess Cadence(who of course immediately jumped at the invite) who had all came where to witness this romantic and at the same time historic event. After, all it isn't everyday the ruler of a Kingdom and creator of a world tie the knot. "Do you, Prince Solaris Caesar Alicor take Arceus as your wife and Conjunx, for better or for worse?" "I do." "And do you, Arceus of Earth-7 take Solaris as your husband and Conjunx, for better or for worse?" "For better please." "Then by the power invested in me by creation itself, and the authority which is recorded in the Covenant, pronounce you both as Conjunx Endura from now until forever!" A wave of applause rang throughout the congression as the newly wedding couple kissed and embraced each other. A few legends threw a few underpowered moves into the air as a judgement was sent into the air, coming back down as a beautiful display of fireworks instead of a deadly and destructive move. "Thank you for taking the time to do this Primus," Arceus said. The holomatter avatar of the creator of the Cybertronians, gave his friend a smile and a nod. "The honor was all mine Arceus." Indeed, enjoy the rest of the wedding and congratulations you to!" The holomatter avatar then disappeared, and at the same time a giant metal planet in view of Earth teleported back to its dimension. "Congratulations mom," Palkia said "It's about time she got a male," Groudon added. "Thank you both. It's very appreciated,” Arceus said. "I'm so happy for you, uncle Solaris." Cadence said with glee. "You've earned this brother enjoy it." A few hours later. Everyone was gathered in the Hall's ballroom as they mingled and talked with one another. Meanwhile the newly weds were on a balcony under the moonlight. "Hey, I never got to ask, but why is the second moon in the sky partially shattered?" Arceus looked up at what Solaris was talking about. Earth's second smaller moon while predominantly spherical, had portions that were dislodged, broken and displaced into several floating, irregularly-formed fragments kept within the moon's gravity. It orbited farther away than than its bigger counterpart, but was still visible in the night sky. "That, is a story for another time," Arceus then leaned her head on Solaris's "For now I just want to enjoy this moment." Solaris only thought for a second before returning his wife's affection. She was right today was a happy day. Whatever future endeavors awaited them and both their worlds could wait. After all, they had all the time in two worlds.