The songs are: “You Make Me Feel Brand New,” “Three Times A Lady,” “Through The Years,” “Time After Time,” and “All I Ask Of You.”

The town square was once again filled with almost the entire population of Little Tokyo, all once again gathered to bear witness to another event. Only this time there was no weeping, no wailing, no sadness of ANY kind. This time there was not one, but two Cats upon the platform, neither one dressed in black. In fact, the podium itself was decorated with lovely colored imported lace, pink folded-out bells, and absolutely covered with flowers. One Cat was in a handsome blue suit with his hardly seen jet black hair neatly combed, the other in a beautiful white lace wedding kimono with a white veil enhancing her short cherry-red hair. They were facing one another with bright smiles upon their faces as Minister Kata lead them in their vows.

“Speedy Yattaro Cerviche, will you in the eyes of God take this woman to be your wife? WIll you vow to love, honor, and cherish her through good times and through bad, in sickness and in health, for better or for worse until death do you part?”

Speedy beamed happily at his lovely bride. “I will.”

“Polly Pururan Esther, will you in the eyes of God take this man to be your husband? WIll you vow to love, honor, and cherish him through good times and through bad, in sickness and in health, for better or for worse until death do you part?”

She wiped happy tears from her own eyes. “I will.”

“Now we come to an important part of the ceremony,” Kata said, “The time to receive blessings from your family, friends, all who love you.” He waved his hands above his head. “If there is anyone here who can show just cause why these two young cats may NOT be joined together, let him or her now speak or hereafter forever hold their peace.” Al stood up then from his seat and faced the congregation with his hands on his hips and a warning glance, telling them all that if they valued their lives they would NOT say a word! Finally he turned and nodded to Kata. “I now ask the bride and groom to face each other and pronounce their vows.” Polly handed her flowers to Luceille and turned to face Speedy.

“Polly,” Speedy began, “I want to marry you now more than I ever have! It took what almost happened last month to make me fully realise how much you mean to me, and how important you are to me. Polly….I can’t go on in my life without you, and I know that with all my heart now. I promise to be the most honest, loyal husband and to be 100 percent faithful to you up into the day I die. As God is my witness there will never, ever be anyone else, and in front of all of Little Tokyo I swear on my life that my heart is yours forever. I love you, Polly.”

Polly’s eyes filled with tears. “Speedy, I love you more than anything, and…now I know just how much you love me…and I vow I’ll never forget it. You are, without a doubt, the sweetest, kindest, most loving, and most wonderful cat. You’re the bravest hero I know…and the best friend I’ve ever had, and I vow to be the best wife ever to you. I vow as God is my witness that I will cherish every moment you’re near me, I will be honest, true, and faithful to you as long as I live, and I will be eternally grateful that I have this life to spend with you. I love you, Speedy.”

Kata beamed. “we now come to the ring ceremony. The ring is the symbol of the joining of this couple for eternity. It represents perfect and eternal love, never beginning and never ending. who has the rings?”

Guido stepped forward. “I do.” Kata said a blessing over them, picked one up, and gave it to Speedy.

“Speedy, please put this ring on the 4th finger of Polly’s left hand, look into her eyes, and repeat after me…”

Speedy did so. “Polly, I give you this ring as a symbol of my undying love and eternal devotion to you. with this ring, I thee wed.”

Kata piked up the other ring. “Polly, if you will place this ring on the 4th finger of Speedy’s left hand, look into his eyes and repeat after me..”

Polly did so. “Speedy, I give you this ring as a symbol of my undying love and eternal devotion to you. with this ring, I thee wed.”

Kata smiled. “Now we come to the part where we make this union legal in the law of Little Tokyo.” He took the Register from his assistant. “Please now come forward and sign the wedding register.” They both did so, as did Guido and Lucille as the witnesses. Kata then took a goblet of wine on the podium and blessed it. “Speedy, please give a sip of this wine to Polly and then take a sip yourself to signify the two becoming one,” they did so. “By the exchangeing of rings and the joining of hands, let what started out as the saddest month of your lives now turn into your happiest as you 2 now become one in the eyes of man, and more important, in the eyes of God. with the power vested in me through God, Little Tokyo, and their majesties Emperior Fred, Empress Freida, and Princess Violet, I now pronounce you husband and wife! You may seal your union!” Beaming, Speedy pulled Polly into his arms and kissed her with such love and passion it took everyone’s breath away. Pulling apart, they stared into each other’s eyes, for a moment forgetting anyone else was there.

“I love you,” Speedy whispered.

“I love you” Polly answered, kissing him all over again.

“Ladies and gentilemen it is now my honor to present to you for the first time ever, Mr. And Mrs. Speedy and Polly Esther Cerviche!” Immidiately all of Little Tokyo cheered out loud, waved brightly colored banners and threw confetti in the air to match the confetti, long ribbons, and doves that were already being released as Speedy and Polly, now finally married, kissed again, oblivious to everything happening around them. Finally the newlyweds turned and made their way down the carpeted isle toward the waiting limo, provided by the Royals, hundreds of faces beaming at them and throwing rose petals.

“Esther- Cerviche?” Fran whispered to Sayaka as they came down the isle.

“Hey,” Sayaka said. “Polly may have married a Cerviche, but you can’t get the Esther out of the girl that easily!”

A little while later the courtyard of the Royal Palace was filled with everyone in town, all gathered to celebrate this most joyous of days and this happiest of moments- the day when 2 of their strongest, bravest heroes finally joined their lives and souls forever. Just a month or so ago, none of them ever thought this day would come! As the wedding party made their way into the huge courtyard, they were all greeted by ecstatic cheers while people waved their flags and banners high. Vi immediately took the stage and grabbed the mike. “citiens of Little Tokyo, a short month ago we were all gathered in the town square, no doubt going through the saddest day of our lives, and now here we are at the happiest! POlly, if this month has taught us anything, it’s how much we appreciate you and all you have done for all of us. Speedy, we hope you know just how much you are appreciated by all of us, too. If it wasn’t for you both, Guido, and Good Bird, none of us would even be here today celebrating this happy occasion with you! wE all wish you nothing but love, joy, and eternal happiness forever!” After everyone applauded, Vi held up her hand. “Now it’s time for the first dance. Speedy? Polly? If you would.” Speedy lead Polly to the center of the dance floor and took her in his arms as the music began.

My love
I’ll never find the words, my love
To tell you how I feel, my love
Mere words could not explain
Precious love
You held my life within your hands
Created everything I am
Taught me how to live again

Only you
Cared when I needed a friend
Believed in me through thick and thin
This song is for you
Filled with gratitude and love

God bless you
You make me feel brand new
For God blessed me with you
You make me feel brand new
I sing this song ’cause you
Make me feel brand new

My love
Whenever I was insecure
You built me up and made me sure
You gave my pride back to me
Precious friend
With you I’ll always have a friend
You’re someone who I can depend
To walk a path that never ends

Without you
My life has no meaning or rhyme
Like notes to a song out of time
How can I repay
You for having faith in me

wHen they finished their dance, they gaz

ed into each other’s eyes, sharing another kiss as Guido stood on a chair and tapped the side of his glass with a spoon. “I’d like to make a toast,” he said. He waited until everyone had gotten a drink, than cleared his throat. “As Princess Vi put it, a month ago it was the end of the world for a lot of us, when we thought we had lost one of our team. It was one of the saddest moments of our lives. I think we all, especially Speedy, would agree that…you never fully realize how good you have it…until something that tragic happens. Polly….if we haven’t shown you how much we appreciate you before…we’re showing it now. we all missed you more than you could possibly know. wElcome back, Polly!”

He then turned to Speedy. “Speedo…what can I say? As many of you know...I haven't been the nicest cat in the entire world to them. In fact... I've been downright cruel and mean, especially to Speedy. I can't tell you how many times I've argued with him, beaten him up, even pulled pranks on him. But, Speedy has definitely shown that he's the bigger cat in all of this, by not only constantly forgiving me, but for giving me the honor of being his Best Man. Polly, I can honestly say that you'll never find a better Cat than Speedy. I can tell you honestly, he'll be the best husband ever to you, and the truest friend you can ever have. Speedy, I haven't known Polly as long as you have, but in the time that I have been lucky enough to know her, I know you'll never find a more hardworking, more honest, and more faithful wife ever in the whole land. You two belong together, and you've found your soul mates in each other. With both of you leading all of us, I know Little Tokyo will be the safest and most lovely place to live, and you both will have the greatest marriage ever. May you always be blessed with long life and lots of love. Congratulations. I love you both.”

Lucille stepped forward. “Polly…I know I haven’t exactly been the most wonderful friend in the world to you…especially not to Polly. So many times I’ve neglected her feelings and not noticed how hurt she was or how angry she was when I flirted with Speedy. So many others would have given me the brush off, but not you. You’ve proven to be a true friend by showing forgiveness and compassion…and for that I vow to always be grateful. I've known you both since we were all children, and I knew you had a special friendship even back then. A friendship that would take you both through the ages and guide you always. Now this friendship has, before our eyes, turned to love! True, honest love. I know as I look at you that no two cats deserve to be together more than you both do. Your love is without a doubt, truly special and pure, and that, combined with your fighting skills, will ensure Tokyo of always being safe. I’m proud to say that you are two of my very best friends, and without you, my life wouldn't be the same, as I'm sure a lot of us feel the same way,” Everyone nodded. “Speedy, Polly, have a wonderful marriage and a long life filled with love!”

Everyone lapped again. Speedy then took the mike. “Thank you, thank you everyone! As Guido put it just now…a month ago was the worst day of my whole life…the day I thought I lost my Kitten forever! I still get choked up thinking of how close we both came to never seeing this day! I wanna think Guido. Fran, Lucielle, Good Bird, Carla, Al, and everyone else for all of their love and support. If it weren’t for them…God knows what might have happened.” He turned to Polly. “Polly…Kitten..I love you with all my heart…and I want to show you right now how much I do. This is from me to you.” He knelt down in front of her, took her hand, and gestured to the musicians as they played notes of love. Taking a deep breath, Speedy serenaded his bride.

You're once, twice
Three times a lady
And I love you!
I love you !” everyone applauded as Polly wiped tears from her eyes and passionately kissed Speedy.

After everyone clapped, Polly's father came forward and took her hand. Speedy bowed and left the floor. The song started up as Polly danced a sentimental dance with her Dad.

The guests clapped, and Akira kissed his daughter's cheek.

Polly then took the mike. “Ok, now it’s my turn to say something. First of all, I want to thank each and every one of you! This was without a doubt the happiest day of my life. I’m so honored by all you’ve done…and I love all of you!” everyone clapped. “But…not as much as I love this one smart, funny, brave, and handsome cat right next to me!” Speedy smiled and kissed her cheek. ‘It was so hard to believe I was shut up in my family tomb for 2 solid weeks! But when I heard what Speedy was about to do…and how he was able to discover I was alive…that’s how much I knew he loved me…and it’s an honor to be so loved. I want Speedy to know I love him just as much…and I always will! I love you forever, Pussycat!” Speedy pulled her into another kiss as the audience cheered.

Afterward, Good Bird and Carla then stood up and tapped their glasses for attention. “OK, now that the first dances are out of the way, Carla and I would like to say a few words.” Everyone got a drink and stood up. “First of all, Speedy and Polly, we’d like to say that this is one of the loveliest weddings we’ve ever been to. If you told me a while ago that I’d be here, at your wedding, much less that we’d all be the best of friends a little more than a year ago, I’d have said you all were crazy. But each and every one of you all proved to me what I was missing working for that rat Seymour. If it weren’t for all of you, I might have had a hand in navigating that Comet and destroying Tokyo and never being reunited with my Carla, and for that I’m forever grateful. Speedy, Polly, thank you for giving us the opportunity to start over and be friends. It has been a true honor to share with you this, your wedding day. May you both be happy and filled with love.”

After the applause had died down, Al Dente came forward. He took the microphone, and said, “It is a true honor to be here at this most lovely and momentous occasion. This is an absolutely wonderful moment, the moment when two individuals finally find their soulmates in each other. In honor of that, this song goes out to both of you. It’s called ‘Time After Time’. Conicidentally, I sang this song for my own wife on our wedding day...and I hope you will be as happy as we still are!” Al's wife blushed as the music cued up.

Nyo then stepped up. “what an I say, Little Sister, that hasn’t already been said…except..what took you so long?” They all laughed. “But seriously…I was in a way hoping this day would come, cause I knew you were both meant to be…but like everyone here…I didn’t think it would. You both are the bravest, most amazing cats…and it is a complete honor to share this day. May you both have a wonderful life. And Speedy? If she makes you nuts..you call me!” They both laughed and hugged him.

Sayaka came forward. “Sis, ever since I was born, Speedy’s been in my life! You and he were always together, and he, in many ways, was like my big brother. Now, he’s become my big brother for real…and I’ve grown to love him just like one. I couldn't ask for a better Cat to add to my family, and I couldn't hope for a better brother than him. I know you'll take care of each other and always be together, just like you both always were. Sis…and big brother…from the bottom of my heart, congratulations. I love you both!”

Speedy and Polly smiled as another song came up. He took his new wife’s hand and the whole party began to dance the words of the song.

No more talk of darkness,
Forget these wide-eyed fears.
I'm here, nothing can harm you
My words will warm and calm you.
Let me be your freedom,
Let daylight dry your tears.
I'm here, with you, beside you,
To guard you and to guide you . . .
Then say you love me every winter morning,
Turn my head with talk of summertime . . .
Say you need me with you, now and always . . .
Promise me that all you say is true
That's all I ask of you . . .

In the middle of the song, Speedy pulled Polly into a tender kiss. Polly smiled. “I can't believe I'm kissing a married man!”, she teased.
Speedy raised his eyebrows. “How'd ya like to get even closer to one tonight?” He winked.
Polly blushed. “That would be so bad,” she giggled and smiled, kissing him even deeper.
“I love you, Kitten,” he whispered into her ear.
“I love you too, Pussycat.”

‘Let me be your shelter,
Let me be your light.
You're safe: no-one will find you
Your fears are far behind you . . .
All I need is freedom,
A world that's warm and bright
And you always beside me
To hold me and to hide me . . .
Then say you'll share with me
One love, one lifetime . . .
Let me lead you from your solitude . . .
Say you need me with you here, beside you . . .
Anywhere you go,let me go too
That's all I ask of you . . .
Say the word and I will follow you...
Share each day with me, each night, each morning . . .
Say you feel the way I do
That's all I ask of you . . .
Anywhere you go let me go too . . .
Love me -that's all I ask of you . .’

Later, after the cake was cut, Polly walked up to the balcony of the room and threw her bouquet…which landed in the arms of Lucielle. She sat on a chair as Speedy took her garter off and threw it. Guido caught it easily and grinned as he put it on Lucielle, who blushed. Myoshi had to snicker to herself.

A few minutes past midnight, the newlyweds, in a shower of rose petals, ran to the waiting limo where the boat was waiting to take them to Hawaii for a 2 week Honeymoon. As they kissed one more before they got in, all who saw them knew for sure that all the tragedy that had happened was gone forever and only happiness lay before them from that day forward. Or, at least until Cheese came back. But that’s another chapter.

The end.