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Characters: Sarah Jane Shepard, Liara T'Soni, Hannah Shepard, Tali'Zorah, Garrus Vakarian, Kaiden Alenko, James Vega, Steve Cortez, Jeff "Joker" Moreau
Timeline: After Reaper Destruction
Location: Citadel

Shepard sat down on the edge of the bed adjusting the sheet for comfort. "So what are your plans?"

Liara remained standing, gesturing as she spoke. "Your mother will be returning to her position as captain of the SSV Orizaba. Admiral Hackett has given Kaiden the command of the Normandy and its crew. The Normandy has been tasked with returning Garrus to Palaven and Tali to a Quarian scout ship en route to Rannoch." She paused for a moment, stopping in front of Shepard. "Sarah, they are scheduled to leave tomorrow."

"Tomorrow? But…"

"That is why I thought we should get married today. We could have a small ceremony. Your mother could preside over the nuptials, Garrus and Tali could stand as our witnesses…"

"What about your father? What about our clothes? I still haven't gotten you a ring or anything…"

Liara pressed a finger to Shepard's lips. "After our honeymoon, we can travel to Thessia and spend time with Aethyta. As for the other details, Garrus will be along shortly to go over them with you." She kissed Shepard softly on the lips. "Now then, you should slip into something else before Garrus arrives and finds you like this."

Shepard dashed into the bathroom and quickly showered. She nearly jumped out of her skin when she heard a knock on the bathroom door. She secured a towel around her body then stood behind the door as she opened it. She saw her dress uniform neatly folded over Garrus' arms. He had his head turned to give her as much privacy as possible. "I'll, uh, return in fifteen so you can make yourself more presentable."

Shepard all but snatched the clothes from him before quickly shutting the door. As she unfolded the clothes, there was a small package tucked inside the middle of them. She opened it to reveal a black lace bra and a pair of black lace underwear, both of which were trimmed in blue. "This is exactly like the set I bought Liara before Cerberus attacked the Citadel…" Shepard smiled at the memory of seeing Liara in it for the first time. She finished dressing then met Garrus in the living room.

"I was also told to make you eat this protein bar so you can…" He coughed. "…keep up your strength."

Shepard's face reddened when she realized his implications. She hurriedly ate the bar."OK. Now what?"

"Now I have to escort you to the Alliance HQ for the ceremony." He held up a hand. " Before you start questioning me – I don't have any of the details. They have purposely kept me in the dark so that I couldn't tell you."

The Alliance reception area had been decorated with a few live flowers and plants that had somehow survived the war. The Normandy crew had gathered around in a circle. They were a sight to see as all were dressed in their finest uniforms, but Liara, Liara was in something different all together. She was standing in the middle of the circle with Hannah in front of her and Tali to her side. She was wearing the short tight black dress that Kasumi had bought Shepard for the Bekenstein mission. The sleeveless outfit with its heart shaped neckline and short skirt showed off Liara's silky blue skin. As Shepard stared at her, she realized she was holding her breath and slowly let it out.

When she entered the circle, Hannah joined Shepard's right hand with Liara's and wrapped a ribbon around both of them. "We have gathered here today to bear witness to the loving bond between Liara and Sarah. This ribbon is a symbol of their joining, two hearts becoming one." Hannah then addressed Shepard and Liara, holding their hands in between hers as she spoke. " These are the hands of your best friend, full of love for you. These are the hands that are holding yours on your wedding day, as you promise to love each other today, tomorrow, and forever. These are the hands that will work alongside yours, as together you build your future. These are the hands that will passionately love you and cherish you through the years, and with the slightest touch, will comfort you like no other. These are the hands that will hold you when fear or grief fills your mind. These are the hands that will countless times wipe the tears from your eyes; tears of sorrow, and tears of joy. These are the hands that will tenderly hold your children. These are the hands that will help you to hold your family as one. These are the hands that will give you strength when you need it. And lastly, these are the hands that even when wrinkled and aged, will still be reaching for yours, still giving you the same unspoken tenderness with just a touch." Hannah let go of their hands as they said their vows.

Shepard spoke first. "Liara, in you I have found my soul, my heart, my truest love. I give myself to you as your bondmate for as long as I shall live."

Liara took a deep breath to steady herself. She could get through this without crying. A slight tremble could be heard in her voice as she spoke. "Sarah, when I met you, I realized no matter how long I lived, there would never be anyone but you. I freely give myself to you as your bondmate for as long as I shall live."

Hannah removed the ribbon and cut it in two. " With this ribbon, I bind Sarah Jane Shepard and Liara T'Soni to the vows they made to each other." She tied one piece onto Shepard's wrist, the other onto Liara's. " The knots of this binding are not formed by this ribbon, but by your love. You hold in your hands and hearts the making or breaking of this union. May your marriage be blessed with patience and dedication, forgiveness and respect, love and understanding."

With that, Shepard pulled Liara in and kissed her. The pair remained lost in their moment together while the others clapped and cheered. When they ended their kiss, each woman had tears running down their cheeks. In fact, there was not a dry eye to be had in the group – even the men had to dab at the corners of their eyes. Shepard and Liara received hugs and pats on their backs from their friends.

Then Hannah stepped forward. "You have made me so proud, both of you… I love you." The three women hugged and dried their eyes once again. "Now then about your honeymoon." She looked at Liara who nodded her head to procede. "Your first night will be spent here on the Citadel. Tomorrow, you will be leaving on the Normandy where you can spend some more time with your friends before you part ways. Kaiden has graciously agreed to let you keep the captain's cabin and will instead take over Liara's old room. Admiral Hackett has given me permission to tell you that you have both been named as Ambassadors by the council. Sarah, you have been singled out as an Ambassador not just for the Earth Alliance but for the Asari, Krogans, Turians, Volus, Elcor, Hannar and Drell. There is a division among the Salarians so only time will tell what may evolve there but know that you do have many supporters among them. "

Tali giggled as she approached them again. "Since we are short on time, you two should head on back to the apartment." She handed them a small crate."This is from all of us. It's not much, but we thought… uh… well… have fun!"

Description
Characters: Sarah Jane Shepard, Liara T'Soni, Hannah Shepard, Tali'Zorah, Garrus Vakarian, Kaiden Alenko, James Vega, Steve Cortez, Jeff "Joker" Moreau
Timeline: After Reaper Destruction
Location: Citadel

Shepard sat down on the edge of the bed adjusting the sheet for comfort. "So what are your plans?"

Liara remained standing, gesturing as she spoke. "Your mother will be returning to her position as captain of the SSV Orizaba. Admiral Hackett has given Kaiden the command of the Normandy and its crew. The Normandy has been tasked with returning Garrus to Palaven and Tali to a Quarian scout ship en route to Rannoch." She paused for a moment, stopping in front of Shepard. "Sarah, they are scheduled to leave tomorrow."

"Tomorrow? But…"

"That is why I thought we should get married today. We could have a small ceremony. Your mother could preside over the nuptials, Garrus and Tali could stand as our witnesses…"

"What about your father? What about our clothes? I still haven't gotten you a ring or anything…"

Liara pressed a finger to Shepard's lips. "After our honeymoon, we can travel to Thessia and spend time with Aethyta. As for the other details, Garrus will be along shortly to go over them with you." She kissed Shepard softly on the lips. "Now then, you should slip into something else before Garrus arrives and finds you like this."

Shepard dashed into the bathroom and quickly showered. She nearly jumped out of her skin when she heard a knock on the bathroom door. She secured a towel around her body then stood behind the door as she opened it. She saw her dress uniform neatly folded over Garrus' arms. He had his head turned to give her as much privacy as possible. "I'll, uh, return in fifteen so you can make yourself more presentable."

Shepard all but snatched the clothes from him before quickly shutting the door. As she unfolded the clothes, there was a small package tucked inside the middle of them. She opened it to reveal a black lace bra and a pair of black lace underwear, both of which were trimmed in blue. "This is exactly like the set I bought Liara before Cerberus attacked the Citadel…" Shepard smiled at the memory of seeing Liara in it for the first time. She finished dressing then met Garrus in the living room.

"I was also told to make you eat this protein bar so you can…" He coughed. "…keep up your strength."

Shepard's face reddened when she realized his implications. She hurriedly ate the bar."OK. Now what?"

"Now I have to escort you to the Alliance HQ for the ceremony." He held up a hand. " Before you start questioning me – I don't have any of the details. They have purposely kept me in the dark so that I couldn't tell you."

The Alliance reception area had been decorated with a few live flowers and plants that had somehow survived the war. The Normandy crew had gathered around in a circle. They were a sight to see as all were dressed in their finest uniforms, but Liara, Liara was in something different all together. She was standing in the middle of the circle with Hannah in front of her and Tali to her side. She was wearing the short tight black dress that Kasumi had bought Shepard for the Bekenstein mission. The sleeveless outfit with its heart shaped neckline and short skirt showed off Liara's silky blue skin. As Shepard stared at her, she realized she was holding her breath and slowly let it out.

When she entered the circle, Hannah joined Shepard's right hand with Liara's and wrapped a ribbon around both of them. "We have gathered here today to bear witness to the loving bond between Liara and Sarah. This ribbon is a symbol of their joining, two hearts becoming one." Hannah then addressed Shepard and Liara, holding their hands in between hers as she spoke. " These are the hands of your best friend, full of love for you. These are the hands that are holding yours on your wedding day, as you promise to love each other today, tomorrow, and forever. These are the hands that will work alongside yours, as together you build your future. These are the hands that will passionately love you and cherish you through the years, and with the slightest touch, will comfort you like no other. These are the hands that will hold you when fear or grief fills your mind. These are the hands that will countless times wipe the tears from your eyes; tears of sorrow, and tears of joy. These are the hands that will tenderly hold your children. These are the hands that will help you to hold your family as one. These are the hands that will give you strength when you need it. And lastly, these are the hands that even when wrinkled and aged, will still be reaching for yours, still giving you the same unspoken tenderness with just a touch." Hannah let go of their hands as they said their vows.

Shepard spoke first. "Liara, in you I have found my soul, my heart, my truest love. I give myself to you as your bondmate for as long as I shall live."

Liara took a deep breath to steady herself. She could get through this without crying. A slight tremble could be heard in her voice as she spoke. "Sarah, when I met you, I realized no matter how long I lived, there would never be anyone but you. I freely give myself to you as your bondmate for as long as I shall live."

Hannah removed the ribbon and cut it in two. " With this ribbon, I bind Sarah Jane Shepard and Liara T'Soni to the vows they made to each other." She tied one piece onto Shepard's wrist, the other onto Liara's. " The knots of this binding are not formed by this ribbon, but by your love. You hold in your hands and hearts the making or breaking of this union. May your marriage be blessed with patience and dedication, forgiveness and respect, love and understanding."

With that, Shepard pulled Liara in and kissed her. The pair remained lost in their moment together while the others clapped and cheered. When they ended their kiss, each woman had tears running down their cheeks. In fact, there was not a dry eye to be had in the group – even the men had to dab at the corners of their eyes. Shepard and Liara received hugs and pats on their backs from their friends.

Then Hannah stepped forward. "You have made me so proud, both of you… I love you." The three women hugged and dried their eyes once again. "Now then about your honeymoon." She looked at Liara who nodded her head to procede. "Your first night will be spent here on the Citadel. Tomorrow, you will be leaving on the Normandy where you can spend some more time with your friends before you part ways. Kaiden has graciously agreed to let you keep the captain's cabin and will instead take over Liara's old room. Admiral Hackett has given me permission to tell you that you have both been named as Ambassadors by the council. Sarah, you have been singled out as an Ambassador not just for the Earth Alliance but for the Asari, Krogans, Turians, Volus, Elcor, Hannar and Drell. There is a division among the Salarians so only time will tell what may evolve there but know that you do have many supporters among them. "

Tali giggled as she approached them again. "Since we are short on time, you two should head on back to the apartment." She handed them a small crate."This is from all of us. It's not much, but we thought… uh… well… have fun!"