It had been two weeks since Alannah had figured out Akihiko's plan. James was amazed and Kurt was extremely proud.
"I think you have lost your title as the syndicate strategist," James had said, impressed.
"She definitely has the Evans' brains," Theo said with a smile.
"She is absolutely perfect, isn't she? She has found the creator of the virus, the mastermind and the traitor all in a single swoop. What did I do to deserve her? " Kurt said, grinning.
"Not a lot, that is for sure," Theo grumbled, folding his arms.
As predicted, Alannah got over her infection and was impatient at the thought of freedom. Even the visits from the Nine-Tails did not help. Adam was ecstatic when he heard how his film had helped things along.
"It was like 10 years ago!" Ethan had argued.
"It doesn't matter; I planted the cultural seed, and it grew!"Adam said triumphantly.
"Wish you bloody sow yourself! " Aiden grumped making everyone chuckle.
The only thing that was bothering Kurt was the relationship between Grace and Alannah. Of course, they were cousins, and he was pleased they got on. But they were always whispering in Mandarin, and when Kurt asked what they were talking about, it was nothing more than girl stuff.
Xan was not much help either. He had said, "Just girl stuff! You know how women are. " Normally, this would have earned a glare from Grace, but instead she smiled and went back to the conversation with Alannah.
In a private conversation with Xan, Kurt asked, "You would tell me if Grace was planning to take Alannah?"
"What? Xan said, surprised.
"Are you planning to take Alannah back to China with you? Because if you are," Kurt growled.
"Woah, Kurt! Just wait a minute! Why on earth would you think that? How do you think that would even be possible? Do you think I want to upset two founding members and the leader of the Mad Dogs? Do you think I am insane? " Xan pointed out
Kurt thought for a minute that it did not make sense for Xan to put his syndicate in trouble like that.
"But what do they keep talking about in Mandarin and why is everyone acting weird?" Kurt had snapped and Xan just shrugged.
Kurt sighed as he got into the car with James. The meeting had gone well, and his allies had been informed of the information. Trust had been restored and a plan had been made. Everything was good, apart from the fact that Alannah had wanted to sleep alone last night.
"I need to be very well rested for the tests tomorrow, and I know that bed is fucking up your back," Alannah had argued.
"I am not leaving you!" Kurt said firmly.
"Please Kurt, it is only one night. I have never asked you for anything before, "Alannah said, looking like a kicked puppy. Kurt could not deny her, even though it killed him to be apart. He, of course, did not know that Grace, Maya, Annie, and the Nine-Tails snuck in later that night for an ad hoc hen do.
Kurt had come home to what he thought was an empty flat. Instead, he found Xan, James, Theo, Frank, and Chris were there waiting for him. When asked what the hell they were all doing there, they said it was a celebration of Alannah getting out tomorrow.
"What is up?" James said, drawing Kurt out of his thoughts.
"I think Alannah is moving away from me. She did not want to be with me last night. Anastasia was right, Alannah has a lot of options, "Kurt confessed.
"You honestly think she would leave you? After she literally took a sword in the gut for you! " James said, exasperated.
"I know, but she has not talked about getting married at all. Most women can't wait to start planning! " Kurt said.
"Since when has Alannah been like other women? She can beat up 10 trained fighters without breaking a sweat! " James said as his phone rang. "Hello, Alice, how are you? an issue? Can you sort it out? OK, very important guest... OK, will be straight over. "
Luke, could you please take us to the Regency?" James ordered
"What? No, I need to get back to Alannah! " Kurt snapped.
"Alice would not have called if it was not absolutely necessary. It will only take a few moments. Luckily, I told you to change into that new Armani suit, hey? The guest sounds like a complete nightmare and first impressions count," James said.
"James, you are rambling! Shut up before you give me a headache. But if I am late for Alannah, I will have your neck, "Kurt snapped grumpily.
They arrived at The Regency, a hotel that Kurt was personally proud of. When he bought it, the building was old and falling apart. Slowly, he refurbished it and it is now one of the most exclusive hotels in London. Kurt managed to keep the old worldly feel while incorporating all of the modern luxuries that paying guests would expect. Alice, the manager, normally ran the place like clockwork. If she said there was an issue, then there was a major problem.
"Ah, Mr Blackwood and Mr Light, welcome back to The Regency," Alice said with a nod.
"It is good to see you too, Alice. Now can you please lead me to the guest who is having the issue?" Kurt said politely.
"Yes, of course, right this way," Alice said as she guided them through the hotel towards the occasion hall.
"The guest is in there? Kurt was surprised.
"Yes, she is most insistent that it is you she wants to see. They said it was a matter of life and death, "Alice said.
"Sounds like a right diva! OK, James, let's go, "Kurt grumped. The sooner he dealt with the issue, the sooner he could get back to Alannah. Kurt pushed the door and gasped. The occasion hall was set up for a wedding and all his friends were waiting for him. There at the front with the officials was Alannah with Theo!
"It seems the issue is that the groom has not arrived at his own wedding and the Diva is his soul mate," James said with a smirk. He tapped Kurt on the back.
"You knew!" Kurt is accused.
"We all bloody knew. Now, are you going to stand there gawping like a fish or marry my grandchild? She has waited bloody long enough, "Anastasia snapped.
Anastasia was right; he was standing like a gawping fish. But he could not help it. Alannah looked like some sort of Goddess. He walked down the aisle and stopped in front of Alannah.
"Surprise! " Alannah said with a smile.
"You look so beautiful," Kurt said, and Alannah blushed. Alannah was dressed in a simple ivory A-line, knee-length dress. The sleeves and top layer of the dress were made with fine lace. Her shoes were white lace kitten heels, and her hair was pinned up in a vintage French twist with diamond flowers on it. Her bouquet was made out of blue wildflowers and wild grass. It was perfect for Alannah.
"Here mate," James said as he pinned Kurt's buttonhole.
"Are you ready to proceed?" The official asked, and Alannah nodded. Kurt did not say anything; he was still taking in the vision before him.
"Kurt, you need to say yes now," James whispered encouragingly.
"Dear God! She could have married a nice Russian man." Anastasia heckled, and Alannah giggled as Theo rolled his eyes.
"Yes, with all my heart!" Kurt blurted out.
"Well, that is a relief!" Alannah said with a smile.
The official continued, "We are gathered here today to witness the joining of these two people in the bonds of love. Before we continue, does anyone know of any reason why these two cannot be joined in matrimony? " After a few minutes, there was a sigh of relief and the official smiled.
"Shall we get to it then? Who gave this woman? " The official said
"I do, on the condition that if she breaks her heart, I will break her neck!" Theo said gruffly as he handed over Alannah's hand. The official laughed, thinking it was a joke, but everyone else in the room knew otherwise.
"Do we have the rings?" The official asked, and Kurt suddenly panicked. James came forward and pulled out two rings from his jacket pocket.
"What are those?" Kurt was shocked as they were given to the official.
"The Welsh gold wedding rings you were looking at last week. Nothing is private, mate!" James said with a smirk.
"Well, it is time for the vows," the official said. Kurt and Alannah said their vows whilst placing the rings on each other. Alannah had tears running down her face, making many of the guests cry with happiness too. After the wedding certificate was signed, The wedding official finally announced, "I am pleased to announce that Kurt and Alannah are now man and wife. Please join me in congratulating the newly married couple! "
Kurt swooped Alannah up and passionately kissed her as their guests cheered.
"You are in so much trouble when I get you alone, Mrs Blackwood," Kurt whispered in a tone that made Alannah weak at the knees.
"Well, it is better to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission, "Alannah retorted.
"Oh, you can count on it, I make you beg my Little Vixen," Kurt said, smiling as they walked out of the Occasions hall to be greeted by Alice and some of the staff.
"Did you manage to solve the issue, sir?" Alice asked with a grin.
"Thank you so much for helping me out!" Alannah said, giving Alice a hug.
"It was no problem, Mrs Blackwood," Alice said formally.
"Oh, please call me Alannah! Oh, I just have to pop to the ladies, "Alannah said with a smile.
When Alannah had gone, Kurt said, "Please pass on my personal thanks to the staff here. You have all made me, and most importantly, my wife, very happy. As a small token of my appreciation," Kurt said, smiling.
"That is very generous, sir. Thank you! Truth be told, she was a delight to work with. She really does love you, Sir. It is plain to see to everyone, "Alice said with a genuine smile.
Alannah returned, and they all went to the reception room. The food included all of Kurt's favourites, including cauliflower cheese. The dessert was an ice cream parlour where the guests had great fun making their own sundaes. There was a genuine atmosphere of happiness and joy.
The day ended with a disco, where, of course, the Nine-Tails showed off their moves. However, when Alannah and Kurt took to the floor for their first dance, everyone stopped and watched.
"Who knew you could dance so well, Mr Blackwood?" Alannah said with a smile as they did the waltz around the room.
"Who knew you could pull off planning a wedding right under my nose?" Kurt said.
"You are not cross?" Alannah said suddenly, as panic filled her eyes.
"Cross? Alannah, this is the most wonderful thing anyone has ever done for me! I got to marry my soul mate in exactly the way I would have chosen. You are truly a Goddess, Alannah, and I am going to spend the rest of my life showing you that! " Kurt said as the music stopped. Everyone clapped as the couple kissed again.
The time came when Alannah and Kurt retired for the evening. The Regency had, of course, prepared the honeymoon suite for them. Alannah gasped as she entered the room. It was large, with a four-poster bed and duck egg blue walls. It had all the luxuries, including a bathroom with a sauna and steam.
"This is beautiful!" Alannah said, looking at the large array of flowers, candles and champagne.
"Not as nearly as beautiful as you, Mrs Blackwood. "Kurt said, coming behind her and wrapping his arms around her waist. He began to kiss the back of her neck, something that normally drives her wild. However, Kurt sensed Alannah's tenseness.
"What is wrong, sweetheart? We can wait if you want; there is no rush."
"It is not that Kurt, it is just my body is not the same as the last time we did it," Alannah said as she turned round to face Kurt. Kurt saw the worried look in her eyes, and it made his heartache. "How could she think that he would find her less attractive? Kurt thought. "Alannah, you are the most beautiful woman in the world to me. But it is not just your body that I find beautiful, but also your heart and soul, " Kurt said as he cupped her face. He knew it sounded cheesy, but it was true, and he hoped Alannah could see the honesty behind them.
Alannah must have because she smiled and leaned in for a kiss. Kurt responded passionately by deepening the kiss and demanding access to her mouth. Alannah moaned and put her arms around Kurt. Kurt broke the kiss off and started to kiss her neck whilst unzipping her dress. It slid down her body, revealing her bridal underwear—white lace lingerie set with a suspender belt and stockings.
It was at this point that Kurt lost what little control he had left. Kurt quickly helped her out of her dress and picked her up. He carried her to the four-poster and laid her on it.
"I really, really wanted to take Alannah this slow. But you had to wear the most alluring underwear I've ever seen! " Kurt said as he was quickly undressing.
"I can help you..." Alannah said, trying to sit up. But Kurt was already naked and laying on top of her.
"Oh Alannah, you are the death of me!" Kurt moaned when Alannah kissed his neck and her hands started to roam his body. Every nerve ending felt like it was on fire, and they were both consumed by need at the same time. Kurt kissed Alannah's breasts whilst fingering her. He chuckled when he felt how wet and excited she already was. He tried to slow it down when removing her underwear, but it didn't last long. They were like a pair of horny teenagers.
"You ready, sweetheart?" Kurt said, his voice thick with lust, and Alannah nodded. With that, he entered her and they both moaned with pleasure.
"Oh, God Kurt, harder! " Alannah screamed as he started to thrust. Kurt pulled himself up so he could get deeper within her.
"Oh, yes!" Alannah moaned as Kurt could feel her tense for her first organism.
"Alannah, I love you," Kurt moaned as he felt the pressure between them build. He kept thrusting until both of them came.
Kurt collapsed at the side of Alannah and said, "I have missed this."
"What... sex?" Alannah said
"Not just sex, as amazing as it is. But I missed us, being close and feeling whole. I never felt this way with anyone else, "Kurt said.
"I know what you mean, as I feel it too," Alannah said, putting her head on his chest.
"I love you, Kurt," Alannah mumbled sleepily.
"I love you too, Alannah," Kurt said as he watched her fall asleep. He smiled, thinking his heart would literally burst with happiness.