AUTHOR'S POV

The hour is midnight. Larry is in bed watching TV still wide awake from an intense lovemaking session after having such an amazing time at their engagement party. It all still seems like a dream to Larry. He's engaged to Laurent, who will forever be the love of his life, and being in a ballroom as splendid as the one at 'Le Bristol Paris' with their loved ones who have shown nothing but support since he and Laurent came out with their love was simply magical. At one point in the evening they were even asked to come out onto the dance floor as everyone watched in adoration at how they slow danced with each other...almost as if it were their first dance as a married couple. They could hear the flashes of the cameras going off as people captured the beauty of it. There were also several moments where they would gaze into each other's eyes and even if you were sitting far away you could vividly see them whispering 'I love you' to each other. Just the mere thought of it brings a huge smile to Larry's face. It's an incredible time and the night cap of Laurent making love to him made it even better...but it also made Larry hungry again and as such Laurent is in the kitchen making them a midnight snack. Of course he isn't cooking because, well, only Larry can do that but all they need is a little sustenance to settle their growling tummies so they won't go to sleep hungry. As he continues to watch TV he starts to think about proposing something to Laurent that he isn't quite sure he will agree to...but this is something that he believes will only make them closer and make their wedding night even more special. Speaking of Laurent, he's now coming back into the room with a tray and a warm smile on his face...

Laurent: "Hey bebe. I made us some toasted crostini bread with ham and cheese, fruit on the side and to drink, apple juice".

Larry: "Yummy. Thank you baby".

Laurent: "Anything for you my love".

Laurent places the tray next to Larry who admires the spread. When he looks up Laurent is leaning toward him to give him a soft kiss before climbing into bed next to him. They snack and watch TV for a few moments before Larry brings up what he's been thinking about...

Larry: "Baby I think we should do something but I don't know how you will feel for this".

Laurent: "Just say it bebe".

*brief pause*

Larry: "I say no sex until the wedding night".

Laurent is on the verge of swallowing his mouth full of food so he starts coughing after he hears that... 

Larry: *laugh* "Drink some juice baby". 

Laurent nods through his coughing attack and takes a swig of juice. Once he composes himself... 

Laurent: "What made you think for this bebe"?

Larry: "I don't know. I just, well we went through so much to get here and I just think it would be a beautiful thing".

Laurent is completely shocked. It's like Larry is forgetting that they just came off a month of no sex. Although the reasons are different this is still a lot to take in...and the look on his face makes it painfully obvious. So much so that it nearly saddens Larry... 

Larry: "You don't like the idea. I'm sorry".

Laurent: "No bebe. You don't have to be sorry. I didn't mean to make you feel bad. It's just a surprise". *pause* "But you're right. It will be a beautiful thing so...let's do it".

Larry: *smile* "Really"?

Laurent: *smile* "Yeah bebe".

Larry: "Thank you baby. I'm so glad you're not mad".

Laurent: "Never my love. Us relationship is not about sex. It's about us. We can do it".

Larry: *smile* "I love you", he whispers.

Laurent: *smile* "I love you more", he whispers back. 

They lean towards each other for another kiss then go back to snacking and watching TV. Around 1 am they're finally ready to go to sleep so Laurent takes the empty tray into the kitchen then comes back to cuddle with his love who's already there. Laurent lays next to him and can't resist placing soft kisses on his nose and caressing his smooth skin before letting out a yawn and falling asleep next to his loves face...

~next day~

After such an eventful evening they sleep later than normal. It's almost noon which means it's time for lunch. Laurent is the first to awake so he quietly slips out of bed, slides into his slippers and freshens up before going to the kitchen to see what he can make them that doesn't require setting fire to the stove. He goes to the fridge and pulls out Larry's favorite deli meat to make some sandwiches. He then realizes that because the past couple of days have been so hectic with preparation for the party their mail hasn't been checked so he walks out to check the mailbox while picking up the daily paper on the way back in. He places everything down and starts going through the pile of mail when something from their agency, Next Models, comes across him. Being that this is one of their many jobs that piece of mail takes precedence over everything else so he quickly opens it. It's an invitation to their annual gala occurring on Friday night. They go to this gala every year but obviously this hasn't been something on their minds considering what's been going on as of late. Nonetheless, they always enjoy them so he's sure Larry will say yes. Speaking of Larry, Laurent is sure he will be waking up any minute now so he goes into the kitchen, places the invitation on the table and goes back to preparing lunch...

Larry's sandwiches are built just the way he likes them so Laurent places them in the panini press to get them nice and toasted for him. At that moment he feels Larry's strong arms wrap around his waist to which Laurent smiles...

Larry: "Hey baby. It smells good".

Laurent slowly turns around while raising his arm so he won't hit him then he wraps both arms around Larry's neck, gazes into his eyes before leaning forward to kiss him...

Laurent: "It will be ready in a minute my love".

Larry: *kiss* "Oki", he whispers.

Laurent thought Larry was going to let go but he just keeps kissing him...

Laurent: "Bebe, *kiss* if we don't stop...*kiss*...we will forget...*kiss*...what we agreed on last night".

Larry: *kiss* "But I love to kiss you".

Laurent: *smile* "I love to kiss you too but you know what will happen". *wink* "Now go sit down. Your lunch is almost ready".

Larry: *smile* "Oki".

When Larry turns around Laurent gives him a light pat on the ass then goes to flip the sandwiches...

Larry: "Oh it's time for the gala".

Laurent turns his head back and notices Larry looking at the gala invitation which he completely forgot about... 

Laurent: "Yeah it is. You want to go right"?

Larry: "I do. I love it".

Laurent: *smile and wink* "Then we'll go".

With lunch now hot and ready Laurent serves his love before making his plate then sitting down and enjoying some quality time with him... 

*****

Larry: "That was so good baby".

Laurent: *smile* "Thank you my love. You should let me cook again next time. Using the sandwich maker doesn't count as cooking".

Larry: *chuckles* "Someday...but not anytime soon".

Laurent: *laugh* "Oki. Well let's go have a seat on the couch and talk for the wedding".

Larry: *smile* "Perfect".

Laurent: "Oki bebe. I really like the job the hotel did for the engagement party and I want to have something similar for that thing after the wedding. You know, the thing where everyone dances and eat? There's a word for it but I can't think of it right now".

Larry knows exactly what he's talking about and finds it absolutely adorable that Laurent is trying to recall the word and with a smile on his face... 

Larry: "You mean the reception baby"?

Laurent: "Yes! The reception. Thank you bebe. Yeah I think we should have the same flowers from the party, the same music and great food".

Larry agrees then watches Laurent basically transform into the 'groom-zilla' he was days ago...only slightly calmer. He just sits back, smiles and watches Laurent work on what will for sure be the best day of their entire lives...

Laurent: "Maybe we should get a singer".

Larry: "Uh huh".

Laurent: "Oh and we should get a band too instead of a DJ".

Larry: "Uh huh".

By the second 'uh huh' Laurent is curious as to why Larry is responding so nonchalantly to everything he's saying...

Laurent: "Larry, this is your wedding too. Why aren't you helping or saying anything"?

Larry: "Did you know that you squint your eyes when you think too hard"?

Laurent: "What? Come on Larry get serious. We have to plan this".

Larry: "I am serious baby. It's really cute". *pause* "And did you know that your hands are my favorite part of your body? They're so strong but soft too".

Laurent slowly turns his head towards Larry because the sound of his voice has changed dramatically...but not in a sexual way. It's very sweet and endearing so naturally it captures Laurent's heart and allows Larry to continue...

Larry: "Did you also know that I look at your mouth about 1000 times a day"? *pause* "Your lips are so perfect".

By this point Laurent's eyes are getting teary listening to his love going on and on about the things that captivate him and essentially part of the many reasons why he fell so in love with him... 

Larry: "You have any idea how many kisses I steal when I watch you sleep"?

Laurent's heart is fluttering causing him to respond in the sweetest voice...

Laurent: "I don't know bebe. You tell me how many".

Larry: "I lost count after fifty", he whispers.

Laurent: "Oh bebe", he whispers back. 

Larry takes Laurent's hand in his, watches as he laces their fingers together then looks back into the eyes of his love...

Larry: "I love you everything about you Laurent and I'm so proud to marry you".

Laurent: "Me too bebe". *pause* "Me too".

After such a sweet exchange how can they not get wrapped up in sweet kisses while also getting wrapped up in the love so evident in their eyes. They relish in that love...holding each other's gaze for several moments. Then Larry has an idea...

Larry: "You know something baby. I think I have the perfect place to get married and who should marry us". *pause* "I also have a fun way to tell us family".

Laurent: "What is it bebe"?

Larry flashes him a knowing smile and tells him everything to which Laurent immediately agrees and is seemingly more excited than Larry is. Of course Larry doesn't mind because if there's one thing he loves as much as he loves Laurent is seeing him smiling and happy...

Laurent: "That is so perfect bebe. I'm not surprised though because you're perfect".

Larry: *kiss* "Thank you baby but I'm not perfect. I just love you". *pause* "Oki. Then that's what we'll do".

(A/N: I know what everyone is thinking. What is it? Right? You all should know me by now. There has to be a surprise factor in here somewhere so keep reading my loves! :)

Feeling great from what they accomplished with their wedding planning they enjoy the rest of the day relaxing and next to each other since that's the only place they want or care to be. With the exception of a few phone calls here and there they're in complete serenity. Although on the inside they're shrieking at their upcoming nuptials because there's nothing in the world more important than that. Over the next several days they seemed to be growing more and more in love to the point where they just couldn't stop touching and kissing each other. At times they had to remind themselves that they agreed on no lovemaking until their wedding night. They were pretty strong for the most part and whenever they got the urge and wanted to give in one of them would take the time to remind the other of the significance of waiting. Standing next to each other, looking deeply into each other's eyes as they recite their vows, looking out into the crowd and seeing so many familiar faces and knowing that they have all of their love and support is everything they could have ever hoped for...and more. It seems as though the special day just couldn't get here fast enough and not just for the actual moment but their commitment to each other for the rest of their lives. To each of them it all still seems like a dream...but they're relieved that it isn't. This is actually happening and just the mere thought gives them butterflies because they're so thrilled and beyond anxious. Until then they will just enjoy the build up because it will only make the day even more incredible... 

~evening of modeling gala~

Clad in matching black suits with white button down shirts underneath they're now at the gala of which they're asked to dance for additional entertainment. Naturally this excites them because other than finally being with each other and free from the stress that once plagued them dancing is also a way of being free from the problems of the world. Upon entering the ballroom and being prominent members of the agency they're immediately greeted by everyone and are also complimented on how well they've been maintaining their dance career and can't wait to see what they have in store for everyone. They reply with the utmost humility and appreciation as they maneuver through the crowd and take their seats. They always looked forward to the food, fun and fellowship these events offered with their fellow models and they're already having a great time...but unbeknownst to them it will also turn out to be very passion filled and they will find themselves fighting their burning desire... 

One hour has passed and now it's time for their performance. They take the stage for their famous WOD 2015 performance and right away Laurent is feeling it...especially when it comes to his solo. Now Larry is always mesmerized by Laurent's dancing. After all, it's one of the many things he shared with Laurent in Hawaii when they made their love declarations...but boy is it something about this time that has Larry floored. He's dancing with ten times the amount of vigor, power and passion that he usually has. Larry isn't sure if he's hot from all the movement or if he's more turned on from watching the love of his life in his element. He can't even react like he usually does. He just stands there in awe...and arousal. Then he takes notice of the beads of sweat that's running down Laurent's face and the lighting from the room only accentuates it. He's slowly but surely losing control so he has to talk to himself saying, "Stop it Larry. No sex until the wedding. This was your idea". After a few deep breaths he pulls himself together...or does he?

With the performance now over the two split up and work the room...talking to other people. Laurent seems to be doing fine but poor Larry is far from it. Every glimpse he catches of Laurent is only making his desire for him grow. Laurent's sleeves are rolled up and the first few buttons on his shirt are unbuttoned so his hard chest is showing slightly. There's still some glisten of sweat on him as well and that's when Larry has a flashback of their photo shoot in Hawaii with the oil drenched over his rippling chest and abs. He's so engrossed at the masterpiece that's just a few feet away from him he doesn't realize people are talking to him. It doesn't take long for those same people to see that he's clearly in a different world so they simply walk away. He continues to stare and eventually Laurent feels his gaze on him so he turns and smiles. Larry bites his lip then motions his head for Laurent to follow him. Laurent recognizes that look of lust and of course it flatters him...but it also confuses him because of where they are. Then he has to remember that this wouldn't be the first time they made love in a public place. Still, they also have an agreement and although Laurent normally would never waste an opportunity to make love to Larry he has to remind Larry of said agreement... 

Laurent: "It was nice talking to you all but if you will excuse me for a moment".

The people he's talking to smile and nod so Laurent makes his way over to Larry... 

Laurent: "Bebe"?

Larry: "No talking Laurent. Just follow me".

Larry takes off before Laurent can even respond. Laurent casually looks around and when he realizes no one is looking at them he quickly follows him. Larry has already bolted through the door and is like lightning trying to find a place for them. Laurent pleads, "bebe please stop". Larry ignores him and keeps his fast pace going until they're finally upon a quiet hallway that has several doors on each side of it. Larry frantically goes from door to door turning the knobs but he quickly becomes disappointed that they're all locked. Then he comes across a closet and his eyes widen in relief that it isn't locked. He opens the door, pushes Laurent inside then looks around to see if anyone sees them before stepping in. Laurent proceeds to stop where this is going by saying, "Larry, bebe we can't....". But, Larry silences him by crashing his lips on Laurent's. Laurent tries to resist but the kisses are just too powerful and he even feels the bulge through Larry's pants which causes him to moan at the sensation. They take each other's shirts off then Larry slams him against the wall while also stretching Laurent's arms out and pinning them against it. He begins to kiss all over Laurent's bare chest then slowly makes his way down...but Laurent will surprise Larry by standing him up and kissing him hard on the lips before spinning him around and pressing Larry's chest against the wall while also placing his arms on the wall in a surrender motion. He places his warm lips against Larry's skin and starting at his shoulders he places soft kisses on his back and nibbles all the way down to the small of it. Unable to take it anymore Larry takes his own damn pants off and is anxiously awaiting to be stuffed full of Laurent...until Laurent stops him that is. Breathing heavily... 

Laurent: "Larry, bebe wait".

Quickly spinning around to face him... 

Larry: "Shhh. No talking. Just make love to me Laurent".

Laurent: "Bebe no. We agreed no sex until we're married and look at us. It's only been a week".

Larry says nothing. He just attacks Laurent's lips again. Larry's lips are always the softest so it's easy to get wrapped up in them but... 

Laurent: "Bebe". *kiss* '"Bebe seriously". *kiss* "Stop".

Larry still isn't listening so Laurent grabs his shoulders lightly and pushes him away causing despair to read across Larry's face... 

Larry: "Why did you stop me baby"?

Laurent: "Bebe you know why I stopped you. We can't do this".

Larry: "Laurent I know, oki? I know what I said but...the way you danced tonight. You're just so sexy and I can't help myself".

He leans in for another desperate, hungry kiss then whispers...

Larry: "Take me. Right here. Right now".

He's making it so hard for Laurent...in every aspect of the word. His breathing becomes labored again as he feels Larry's lips on his skin...

Laurent: "Ahh fuck", he breathes out.

He runs his hands through his twists at the insane amount of pleasure he's feeling and is two seconds away from obliging Larry's demand...but he stops it... 

Laurent: "Oki bebe listen. I want you too, but no. Let's go back to the party".

Now whining desperately... 

Larry: "That's not fair Laurent. You're the one that did this to me and now you expect me not to want you"? *pause* "You're my caramel baby and I want to eat it, or at least lick it. Ah hell just let me unwrap it and look at it! Please"?!

Larry attacks him yet again so Laurent grabs his shoulders again then pushes him back and shakes him slightly to talk some sense into the desperate mess that is Larry Bourgeois. In a harsh whisper... 

Laurent: "Larry! Larry! Get a hold of yourself"!

Larry gazes at Laurent and is close to tears but he keeps it together... 

Laurent: "Bebe you know I love making love to you but we can do this. Let's just go back enjoy the rest of the party, oki"?

Larry: *sigh* "Fine Laurent".

Laurent gives him another kiss then they put themselves back together and make their way towards the ballroom. Once inside Larry walks over to their table and just sits there...pouting. Although Laurent normally hates to see Larry upset he gets a nice chuckle at him as he goes back to conversing with the other attendees. Eventually the evening comes to an end and now they're on their way home. Larry hasn't stopped pouting and as Laurent drives he notices Larry looking out the window as if he can't be bothered. Laurent smiles to himself and shakes his head. When he pulls up he barely comes to a complete stop before Larry is swinging his door open and getting out. Laurent takes his sweet time as he continues to laugh internally at Larry's tantrum. He goes inside and secures their apartment for the evening then walks to the bedroom where Larry is already out of his suit, in his bed clothes and in the bed. Still smiling, Laurent decides to get ready for bed himself so he walks over to the closet and watches Larry as he changes. Once finished he walks towards the bed, climbs in and scoots closer to Larry who moves try and get away from him... 

Laurent: "Bebe stop. Don't be mad at me, oki"?

Larry: "I'm not mad Laurent. I'm just tired".

Laurent: *chuckle* "You're such a terrible liar".

Larry: "I'm not lying Laurent. I'm really tired".

Laurent: "You still hard"?

Larry immediately turns his head around and gives Laurent the look of death...

Laurent: *laugh* "I just kid bebe. Don't kill me".

Larry simply rolls his eyes and turns his head back around... 

Laurent: "Bebeeee. Don't be like this". *kisses shoulder*

Larry: "I just want to sleep Laurent".

Laurent: *sigh* "Turn around my love. I need to look at you when I say this".

Of course Larry has to be stubborn for a minute...

Laurent: "Bebe please turn around and look at me. I want to look in those beautiful eyes of yours".

Larry relents then turns his body around and appears to be calming down as he gazes at Laurent. Laurent kisses his forehead before looking back into his eyes and speaking sweetly to him... 

Laurent: *smile* "My spoiled bebe". *pause* "Larry, if you think I didn't want you as much as you wanted me tonight you're wrong. I want you all the time, you know that, but bebe it won't be too much longer. It's not the end of the world. What we have is special and beautiful. Making love is just the icing on the cake". *kiss* "Oki"?

*brief pause*

Larry: "You're right. I'm sorry baby".

Laurent: "You didn't have to say that bebe. I understand how you felt but we were right to stop it". *pause* "I mean, I know it's hard to resist all this but...."

Larry: *smile* "Shut up Laurent".

Laurent: *laugh* "There's the smile I love so much. So beautiful". *pause* "So how you think us family will feel for what we have to tell them"?

Larry: "I think they will be surprised but happy". *pause* "I know I am".

Laurent: "Me too my love. Now let's get some sleep so we can work on the big surprise tomorrow. I love you".

Larry: "I love you too".

And after one more kiss to the forehead from Laurent Larry falls into a slumber as Laurent watches him. He's too excited to sleep. He can literally picture the looks on their loved ones faces when they find out...and the way they're going to find out is even more exciting. At that point Laurent forces himself to go to sleep because the quicker he does the quicker the next day will come so they can put it together... 

~two days later at Mama's house~

The Bourgeois home is currently filled with the sweet sounds of laughter in the air...children playing...all of Laurent and Larry's siblings gathered and enjoying the moment yet eager as to why they have all been called over. Not that they mind coming over because they've always been a close knit family but it's very rare that the siblings get a call from mama asking them to come over and not knowing the reason why. All they know is it has something to do with their brothers who are visibly absent so they figured this is regarding the wedding. Mama has just checked on the succulent dinner she's preparing for her family and is now heading back to the living room...

Mama B: "So now that everyone is here we can finally play something that you brothers send to to Elo". *looks at Elo* "You want to set it up now"?

Elo: *smile* "Yes ma'am".

Within seconds everyone's attention turns to the TV and now Larry and Laurent's smiling faces are flashing across the screen. It seems as though they completely forgot they're recording because Laurent is tickling Larry as Larry smiles like a cheshire cat then laughs...

Larry: *smile* "Stop baby. We have to do this".

Laurent: *smile* "I can't help it. I told you I love to see you smile".

There isn't one person in the room who doesn't have a smile on their face as they watch the interaction between the two of them...

Larry: "Baby, did you forget you hit the record button"?

Laurent: "Oh shoot". *turns to camera* "Hey family! As you can see it's Larry and I. We know you all are wondering why we have you come to mama's house and what this special announcement is". *turns to Larry and smiles* "You want to tell them bebe or should I"?

Larry: *smile* "I'll tell them". *pause* "Well family, we decided to make this video because it was fun to make and we also wanted all of you to find out at the same time". *pause* "So you guys remember that went to Fiji for vacation but what you don't realize is that's where we fell in love with each other so...that's where we getting married! Three weeks from today"!

Laurent: "Woohoo"!

Larry: *laugh* "It's a beautiful place and of course we want all of you to be there so start making your plans"!

Laurent: "Right! There's beautiful villas there and so many fun things to do. You all will love the beautiful beach where the wedding will take place". *pause* "It will be so special guys". *turns to Larry* "I'm so ready for all of you to see me say I do to this man right here".

Larry: "Aww baby". *kiss*

Laurent: "Well that's the announcement! Oh and we're getting there early because of the planning but we can't wait to see all of you"!

They blow kisses then wave their hands dramatically yet excitedly at the camera...

Larry and Laurent: *smile* "Bye family"!!

After Larry and Laurent disappear from the screen their family look at one another with smiles on their faces for this is an event they simply can't wait for. Meanwhile Larry and Laurent are across town ecstatic because they know their family has viewed the video by now and it makes them all the more excited...excited and beyond happy to know that they're one step closer... 

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A/N: Sooo yeah. Did many of you already know they were going back to Fiji for the ceremony? And I'm sorry about the long delay but I hope everyone enjoyed! If so, please vote and comment! Love you guys. :)