Our Journey (the Fourth Book in the Her Weakness series)

Chapter 85

Clarke's POV

Thankfully, Lexa and I manage to avoid trying Monty and Jasper's new creation, which they've creatively called "the knockout." It's adequately named, because Nix didn't think it would be that strong and now she's napping on the ground. Which I find hilarious. I'm definitely going to tease her about this later.

Lexa and I make our rounds, talking to all of our friends at least briefly. It's great to see everyone again, and pretty much everyone congratulates us on our wedding. Though Murphy congratulates me for "bagging the Commander." Which I consider a pretty high compliment from him.

After making sure we've talked to everyone, Lexa and I join Anya, Luna, Octavia, and Raven. They move so that we can fit in the circle they created. Everyone has drinks in their hands, including us. I sniff Lexa and I's to make certain it's not the new stuff. I'll know, because it smells like smokey motor oil. I sniffed one of Jasper's cups so I would be able to recognize it just in case. I don't want to be super hung over on the day of my wedding.

"Lexa. Did you know that your sister used to bang your mentor?" Raven asks, her eyes wide. She frowns. "I meant to say date, but same difference. At least, I would assume so with you guys."

"Mm. Yes, we used to do both." Luna agrees, her eyes sparkling when Lexa makes a quiet disgusted noise. "I am not sure if Lexa knows, however."

"I know. I have known. You two sadly were not quiet."

Raven snickers. "That must run in the family, huh?" She laughs when both Luna and Lexa give her a withering look. "Now that you two are here, we can start what I've been dying to do! Tell embarrassing stories!"

"Raven, no." Octavia says.

"Raven yes!" Raven grins.

And with that, the fun begins. Lexa and I retaliate by telling stories about Raven as well, but she tends to think they're as hilarious as we think they are. This continues until I drop my head onto Lexa's shoulder, the exhaustion of the day catching up with me.

"It is getting late," Lexa remarks. She looks up at the sky then back down at the others. "Perhaps we should go to bed. I would not like us all to be tired tomorrow."

The rest of us agree but Raven stops us for a moment. "Wait! I'm saving my sappy speech for tomorrow so I can make you cry then, but I do want to say something. Thank you both for being my friends, and I'm so happy that you found each other. You guys are good for each other, and I couldn't be more proud of the amazing women you help each other be."

"Rae..." I say, trailing off.

Gods, I'm already tearing up and this isn't her "sappy speech." Eh, it's my wedding I'll cry if I want to.

"That was really sweet, babe." Octavia murmurs.

"Yeah, yeah." Raven smiles. "I'm not just about blowing things up and pretty women." She winks at Anya, earning a light smack on the arm from her girlfriend. "I'm kidding babe, you know I think you're the most beautiful woman in the clans."

"Hmm," Octavia hums, a smirk playing on her lips. "Yes, but you still will have to make this up to me."

"Okay I don't want to hear that," I say. "Goodnight guys, we'll see you tomorrow."

"See you tomorrow," Raven agrees.

We take turns giving each other hugs before walking back to Raven and Octavia's home. Raven and Octavia decided that they wanted to stay a little longer and drink more. Which is perfect for us. That means all of our friends that are staying in this house are gone. So Lexa and I can have some naked fun or not worry about talking too loud in the middle of the night.

We shut the double doors to our makeshift room behind us and I turn to Lexa, who looks absolutely stunning in the moonlight. She steps up to me and gently cups my face, bringing my lips to hers. I pull her close to me and smile into the kiss.

Lexa pulls away, her eyes soft but searching. "Why do you smile so much, Clarke?"

I grin dopily at my fiancée. "We're getting married tomorrow."

"Technically, I think it is today." Lexa winks at me. "I cannot wait, ai hodnes (my love)."

"Me neither," I murmur.

Lexa kisses me again and this time we get lost in the feel of each other. I pull back before it gets to deep and search her eyes, making sure she wants this. Lexa nods her consent and I lean in to kiss her again. I pull her close and slip my hand under her shirt. Lexa twitches against the cold of my hands and lets out a huff of amusement against my lips. She retaliates by putting her cold hands beneath my shirt, resting them on my hips. I squeak in protest at the cold, making Lexa pull back so she can laugh warmly.

We kiss again. This time only parting to help each other out of our clothes. I lock the doors to make sure no one interrupts us and go back to Lexa. Lexa meets me with a heated kiss and we get into bed.

***

The next morning I'm awoken by a pounding, which I didn't expect. I didn't drink all that much and I would think we sweated the rest of it out last night, even if we only went one round.

"Yo, Clexa! Wake up! Octavia's making pancakes and she says I can't have any until you two come out!" Raven says.

I groan. Oh. Different kind of pounding. Not in my head, on the door. I get up as Lexa groans and stirs. I pick up a blanket that had been tossed to the floor and wrap it around me.

I open the door and yawn. "We'll be out after we get dressed."

"Alright Princess. But hurry up, I want pancakes!" Raven urges.

Next chapter, it's the wedding day ;) We're getting close! Thank you all for reading and for your lovely comments! Stay awesome!