A big mistake
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Notes: Thoughts are indicated by **
Prologue
Willow smiles as she seals the envelope. *It is going to be wonderful to see Xander again. I hope he decides to be the best man.*
"Oz honey, can you take this to the post office?", Willow says as she sees Oz ready to leave the room.
"Sure, love."
A week later
Xander walks to the mailbox, looking forward to the magazine he sees inside it. * Ooooh, Playboy*
As Xander looks through the mail, he notices familiar handwriting.
"Willow......" As Xander rips open the letter, he smiles.
Xander,
HI, how are you. 3 years has been to long.
I've missed you. This letter is to tell you, that Oz and I are
getting married. It's been a long time in the running, so we decided to do it
now.
We also decided, that Buffy will be my Maid of
Honor, and we were wondering if you would be the best man. It's
okay, if you don't want to, but it
would be great if you would. Call me, or Oz if
you decide to. either way, your invited to the wedding, on June 25th. Good luck.
Love, your best friend,
Willow
Xander rushes to the house.
"Willow, it's Xander. Of course I'll be the best man. I'll be coming to Sunnydale this weekend", he says, speaking way to fast.
"Xander that's great. When will your flight arrive, and I'll come to get you."
That Weekend
Xander walks toward the terminal. *whoah, that plane ride was long. I forgot how long it takes from Boston. I wonder where Willow is.*
"Xander? Is that you?," Willow says with hesitation. As Xander turns around, he smiles. She hasn't changed.
"Hey will, how are you? I've missed you," he says as he wraps her in a bear hug.
"Hi Xander. My car is over there. We should get going."
When they reach the car, Willow realizes Xander is staring at her.
"What, do I have a booger on my nose?" Willow says with a smile.
"no, I'm admiring how beautiful you've become. I remember when we were in the backyard when we were five, and you had mud on your face. You've changed since then!" Xander says with a laugh.
"i know Xander. I missed you. Why'd you leave?" Willow says, truly wondering.
"I left, because I wanted to get away from the Hellmouth and all the other stuff." Xander smiles. "Now, the Hellmouth has closed. It's good to be home."
As Willow and Xander reach the house, Xander is in awe. *wow. This place is amazing. Oz's band took off.*
"Is Oz there?"
"No, he is on tour in England. He'll be home in a few days."
"Oh"
"Come on in, or are you going to stay outside?"
Xander walks in the house, stunned at the way the house looks. Willow directs hime to his room.
"This is the guest room. I hope its okay. It's small." Willow says, as she puts Xander's bag down.
"Willow, this room is as big as my apartment. This is fine!"
As Willow leaves the room to let Xander unpack, she stops.
"I've missed you Xander. It's great to have you here."
I've missed you to, Willow."
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Two Weeks from then
Willow is getting ready to head out the door. The girls are throwing her a bachelorette party.
"Xander, you should get going. Oz's party is in 5 minutes."
"okay, Will, I'll see you later."
"See ya."
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The next day
"Ooooohhhhmmmmiiiiggggooooddd!!!!" Willow screamed, as she realized that she overslept.
*I have to be at the church in 10 minutes. Damn the girls for that party.*
As willow rushed out the door, dress in hand, she realized what she forgot. To wake Xander.
"XANDER! get up now. Oz left in the early morning to go to the church. HE forgot to wake anyone. GET UP!"
"Okay, I'm up. Come here a minute. I need to know what to take."
As Willow rushes up the steps, she trips. *Damn* AS she reaches Xander's room, she smiles. It was the first time she saw Xander in his Pj's since 5th grade. *he still looks good. I miss this.*
"Take your tux, the rings, and you" Willow says, as she opens the blinds.
As they rush around, Xander takes Willow in his arms.
"This is your day Will, loosen up"*woah, this feels good. I miss Willow in my arms.*
Willow smiles. *I wish he won't let go. WHAT am I thinking. I'm getting married in an hour. I should be thinking about Oz.*
"Let's GO!"
At the church
"Willow you look beautiful. I wish it was me getting married." Buffy says with a smile.
"You'll get married to Buff. Be patient. now, help me get these shoes on, and let's get the show on the road."
As Willow and Buffy left the room, Willow thought she saw Xander peeking in. *just my imagination*
As Willow walked down the aisle with her dad, she looked to See Oz and Xander at the alter. * Xander sure looks good in that tux*
Willow smiles. She reaches the end of the aisle, and leaves her dad go.
"Who gives this girl away?" The rabbi asks.
"I do." Ira says, tears in his eyes.
As the ceremony progresses, it's time for the vows.
After Oz says his, the Rabbi turns to her.
"Willow Ann Rosenburg, do you take Oz to have and to hold, and to love and cherish under God?"
"IIiiiiii, ummmmmmm, Iiiiiiiii...." Willow bursts into tears. "I can't" and runs out the church.
Later
*I love Xander. I still do, and always will. How could I try to marry Oz?*
Xander sees Willow at the park, where she goes when she is upset.
"What's wrong Will? I though you wanted to marry Oz." before he can finish his sentence, Willow kisses him.
" I love YOU , not Oz. This whole thing was wrong, and I don't want to marry him, and I am positive I am not gonna ever love Oz as much as I" Xander interrupts her, with a kiss.
"Don't say anything else. I love you too."
And they kiss on the swings until the sun goes down.
The End