Wizard World Irregular

James looked at the bride and groom with a smile before spreading his arms wide to start the ceremony.

"Should anyone present know of any reason that this couple should not be joined in holy matrimony, speak now or forever hold your peace," James declared. "But, know this. The moment you speak up, you will be killed by Leviathan instantly. So, who wants to die today?"

The old man smiled at the guests as if encouraging them to stand up.

Those who gathered to attend the wedding all looked at the Giant Sea Serpent, who was looking at them from behind the Sea God's Temple.

The Progenitor's eyes skimmed through everyone as if daring them to ruin Ethan's special day.

Seeing that no one dared to speak up, a chuckle escaped James' lips, which he forcefully changed into a light cough before proceeding to conduct the wedding.

"Welcome, dear friends, family, and honored beings to this sacred gathering," James said. "Today, we bear witness to the weaving of two destinies, the binding of two hearts, and the merging of two paths into one eternal journey.

"In the presence of the divine forces that guide our realms-be they stars, spirits, or deities- we honor the union of Princess Illumina Lazuli Astraea and Prince Ethan Gremory."

The smile on Ethan's face somewhat stiffened when he heard the old man call him Prince Ethan Gremory. He was simply not yet used to his new title, but since this is a special day, he hid his discomfort and listened to James' opening remarks.

"Long ago, when the world was young, it is said that love was forged in the very heart of creation-born of fire, water, earth, and air," James stated. "It is love that weaves our lives together, love that binds us to each other, and love that empowers us to overcome even the darkest of shadows."

"Today, Princess Illumina and Prince Ethan, you stand here as more than yourselves. You are representatives of love's eternal strength and its boundless grace. The vows you take today will not merely be spoken but will echo through the threads of fate and time."

James smiled before looking at the beautiful Mermaid Princess.

"Now, as the Ocean Races bear witness, let your hearts speak," James said. "Princess Illumina, do you come here freely, with love as vast as the sea, and promise to join your life with Prince Ethan?"

"I do," Illumina replied.

James nodded before shifting his gaze to Ethan.

"And Prince Ethan, do you come here freely, with love as deep as the seas and a promise as enduring as the stars, to join your life with Princess Illumina?"

Ethan smiled. "I do."

James then motioned to his granddaughters, Maple and Cinnamon, signaling that they brought the rings that belonged to the Atlantean Royal Family.

These rings were taken from the treasury that could only be opened by those who have the Royal Bloodline.

Since Ethan was a member of the Royal Family, he was able to open the treasury and retrieve the rings that Queen Celestia and Lord Arariel had left for their descendants.

"As symbols of this bond, we present these tokens," James stated. "Crafted with care, infused with the essence of your spirits, and blessed by the forces of the world, they represent your eternal promise to each other."

Ethan and Illumina both faced each other as they slid the rings in each other's fingers.

Then, James raised his hands once more, as if to bestow the blessings of the world to the bride and groom.

"By the light of the sun, the strength of the earth, the depths of the sea, and the breath of the wind, I bless this union," James declared. "May your love be a beacon in times of darkness, a refuge in times of storm, and a celebration in times of joy."

"As your lives intertwine like the roots of an ancient tree, may you draw strength from each other and grow ever stronger together.

"And so, by the powers vested in me by the realms both seen and unseen, I now pronounce you husband and wife, in life and in love. You may seal your union with a kiss."

Ethan parted the veil that covered Illumina's face and cupped her cheeks, looking at her with an affectionate gaze.

A moment later, he moved to press his lips over hers, and the sound of cheering reverberated in the surroundings.

King Betram looked at his daughter with moist eyes, doing his best to not cry on her special day.

Illumina's brother, Prince Cornelius, looked at his sister and his in-law with a big smile on his face.

Now that his sister was in good hands, both Father and Son were finally able to breathe easier because as long as Illumina was with Ethan, the prosperity of Atlantis and the Kingdom of Saphirus were now tied at the hip.

James pressed his hands together as he said the final words to end the wedding ceremony.

"Go forth, Princess Illumina Lazuli Gremory and Prince Ethan Gremory, as a couple blessed by the heavens," James smiled. "May your love forever shine, lighting the way for all who are fortunate enough to witness it."

Another round of applause resounded in the City of Atlantis as both Ethan and Illumina faced the guests holding each other's hand.

They then walked down the red carpet side by side, headed to the Royal Palace of Atlantis, where the wedding reception would be held.

Maple and Cinnamon followed close behind them because when it came to eating, the two of them wouldn't lose to anyone.

Seeing his two granddaughters walking behind the bride and groom, James couldn't help but shake his head helplessly.

'Um, I almost forgot that they called Ethan their Father-in-law earlier,' James thought. 'I should ask them about it later.'

Since he was a bit worried that Maple and Cinnamon might eat all the food in the reception area, James hurried behind them as well.

He didn't want his two loveable gluttons of granddaughters to cause a commotion during this special day, so he intended to remind them to hold back and eat in moderation.

"Don't worry, Grandpa. We will eat in moderation," Maple said with a smile.

"Cinnamon eats in moderation, you know?" Cinnamon smiled mischievously.

James could already feel a headache, but since his granddaughters were very cute, he decided to just watch over them for the time being.

Ethan and Illumina walked together with smiles on their faces because they knew that starting today, both of them would spend the rest of their lifetime with the other, sealing the promise that lasted for hundreds of years.