His Queen

Joined as One (Part II)

Isabella's POV

After the wedding ceremony, both of you headed to the reception hall beside the Senju mansion. You requested to change your dress first because you already feel uncomfortable with the gown as you are not able to move properly. Most of the guests have settled themselves on the area and occupied the seats and tables. Tobirama, who are on your side, busy thanking the guests for their congratulatory wishes and you are busy smiling to everyone. After few minutes of greetings and few short conversations with the guests, Tobirama held your hand and lead you to the center seat and table reserved for the newly wed. Hashirama and Mito were already seated on the right side near your table, while your parents and cousins were seated on the left side. Your cousins and few friends were able to talk to you earlier before the ceremony and they emphasized how lucky you are with your husband, teasing you endlessly before leaving your room. You cant help but feel so good with how they recognize your husband. Yes, he is now your husband and with the thought that you can call him that made you blush. Mrs. Senju, feels good to be called that way, you think. You looked around to see familiar faces among the crowd of visitors you have in the reception and you are surprised to see the Uchiha brothers made it to the wedding party. Though they have been known to have a complicated past with the Senju, they remained civil to one another.

As you are now seated properly, you fixed your dress' long skirt and fixed your heels that has been keeping your feet prisoned. Tobirama might have noticed the uncomfortable look on your face. He motioned his face near your ear and whispered, "Are you okay?" You assured him you are fine, while staring blankly at the food served on the table and realized you have been hungry for hours. Before you could pick a bite on the food on your plate, Lord Hashirama suddenly stood up and spoke loud," I want to take this moment to give a toast to my brother and his wife, Lady Isabella. May your married life be blessed with happiness and soon your bundle of joys!" He raised his wine glass, everyone followed his lead, as well as your parents, cousins and friends. "Your brother is so energetic, is he always like that?" you asked Tobirama. He laughed softly before answering, "Most of the time, yes he is. You need to get used to his antics." Ahh, right, you thought. It will not be a problem though, Lord Hashirama's character is very friendly and inviting, as well as Lady Mito. You glanced at your parents' table and you saw them talking to your cousins and friends happily. They seem to be very approving of this marriage, and somehow you feel so glad about it. Before you can actually finish your food, Hashirama stood up again, and looked at both of you with a small grin on his face. Ohh no, he is planning something again, you thought. 

"Folks, let us all witness the first dance of the newly weds," he said as he exaggeratedly clapped his hands up in the air, inviting everyone to do the same. You panicked at his request, and gazed at Tobirama with a nervous look while he seems to have anticipated this to happen. More and more people began to tease both of you to grant the request, so Tobirama stood up first, offering his hand to you. He gave you a comforting smile so you took his hand and walked with him at the center of the reception hall. You composed yourself with a deep sigh and said, this is just a dance, no need to panic. Tobirama held you close to him, he put your hands on his shoulders then he held you by your waist. You felt him so close, you can feel him breathing. He moved closer to you and whispered again, "Relax, princess. Take a deep breath and move with me. Let them watch," he said with that beautiful smile he has on his gorgeous face. Soft music began and both of you are dancing slowly in the middle of those people who witnessed your special day. 

"Im sorry if I cant dance well, I am not used to this kind of thing, Lord Tobirama," you said apologetically. He smirked before saying, "Don't worry, its not only you whose new with this. I am barely moving too. He winced and that made you laugh. The awkwardness of the situation right now was changed into a more comfortable one. You spotted your parents, cousins and friends at the corner of your eyes- all smiles as they watched both of you. Lord Hashirama and his wife also looked happy at the scene they're seeing. "Princess, look at me. You are barely looking at me, is something wrong with my face?" he asked in a soft voice. You looked up at him and said, "No, there is nothing wrong with your face, I was just, hmm, how do I put this? I guess I am just feeling nervous."

He chuckled, "You have been nervous since this morning, I feel it."

You laughed softly at his words. So he knew you have been nervous the whole time and those caresses he gave you during the ceremony and up until now are his ways to calm her down. He is really thoughtful. You can't envision a mighty warrior in him at this moment, all you can see is a gentleman trying his best to soothe your emotions. With that thought, you felt relieved and before you knew, the music ended. 

The wedding reception program was led by Lord Hashirama himself. He really did a great job hosting the wedding party. The concurring parts of the program include messages from both of your loved ones and presenting gifts. The day has been very long, you felt tired and sleepy but kept yourself in the mood for the rest of the event to ensure every visitor will not think bad. You somehow felt happy at the moment and began to enjoy. The day went by and most of the guests have bid farewell. That time, you asked Tobirama if you can join your parents' table for some conversation before they head back to the empire palace. He initiated to join you but then, Lord Hashirama called him to their table. Your mother was the first to approach you while you walked towards their table, she gave you a tight and long hug. Your father did the same, as well as your cousins and friend before you took a seat. 

"You look beautiful and glowing dear cousin," Ingrid said, your older cousin. " Your husband looks so handsome, huh. Does he have other brothers? I need to know them immediately!" she said laughing.

"I know, he is," you approved while glancing at your husband busy talking to Hashirama. 

"We are happy for you, Issa," Shina, her other cousin said. 

"Thank you, Shina. I am happy you all made it here."

"Of course, we won't miss the chance to witness your wedding day. Besides, we are here to tell you goodbye to your old ways. Since your husband is a well known shinobi, you already have a savior of your own," Ingrid added, winking at her teasingly. You scratched the back of your neck smiling at them, remembering the times you spent your days training battle with them. 

Moments later, all of them bid their goodbyes and headed their way back to the empire palace. You are also preparing to head back at the Senju mansion, feeling the relief that you can take a rest after a full day. Tobirama approached you and told you something about their conversation with his brother. He said he needs to go first at the Hokage office for some important scrolls which he needs to see and gave you his apologies for not being able to accompany you going home. You assured everything will be fine, thinking you can now rest earlier while he was at the office. He gave you a kiss on your forehead before heading out with Hasirama, leaving you with Mito. 

You let out a loud sigh as you stare at Tobirama'a back going out of the hall, making you laugh that he did not even changed his wedding outfit before leaving. Mito interrupted you in your zone, "Congratulations again dear, welcome to the Senju family," she said as she gives you a hug. 

"Thank you, Mito-san. I feel relieved now, I was feeling really nervous earlier. I hope I did not look awkward the whole time."

"Oh, no dear. You look gorgeous." With that said, you smiled at her shyly. The two of you headed back to the mansion, escorted by few shinobi guards. Before you can enter your room, Kira suddenly appeared out of nowhere and blocked your way. "My Lady, I'm afraid this will not be your room anymore. Your belongings were already transferred to your new room."

"Oh, I have a new room again?" you asked.

"Yes, my Lady. Your belongings were now transferred to Lord Tobirama's room. You will be staying there from now on." Her statement made your mouth dropped, glancing at Mito who is secretly laughing in silence before explaining to you," Lady Isabella, I am sorry if I haven't mentioned this before, but as tradition of the Senju, after the wedding, the married couple will be sharing a room. Unlike in the palace, this tradition in the Senju clan aims to bind the married couple closer to each other." Mito was smiling while explaining this thing to you. "Now, let me accompany you to your new room," she winked teasingly.