The Wedding

"It's been three weeks since D.C. you think you're ready to get married Lo?"Chloe giggled to her cousin.

"Someone's on some pretty good happy pills this morning. Does it have anything to do with a tall dark billionaire that so happens to be a groomsman in my wedding?" Lois countered.

Chloe's guilty smile gave her away. "No its not, I'm just happy for my cousin on her big day. I mean who would have thought I'd live to see Lois Lane in a Cinderella dress and veil."

Lois shot her a death glare worthy of 'mad dog' Lane. Chloe was saved by a knock at the door.

"Best man reporting for duty. Half hour till show time. Chloe is the blushing bride ready for the show?"

"Wipe that grin off your face Mr. Queen, and could you be cornier? Let's get this shotgun wedding on a roll." Lois pulled her veil over her face.

"Shotgun wedding? Do we have a mini Clark in your oven Lois?" Oliver winked at Chloe.

Chloe started pushing Oliver to the door as Lois ranted. "Put a hold on that train of thought Oliver. Clark and I decided to go through with this shindig a week ago."

Chloe cut Lois off when she and Oliver reached the door. "Get our super boy to the front of the church. Find Kara and send her in here. And if you could make sure Bruce is ready to go and has shut his cell off. I don't want Lois to end up on the front page of the Planet because she murders him during her wedding."

Oliver just chuckled and walked off to find the boys. He found Clark with Martha and Kara watching the guests enter the church. "Well I've got to hand it to you Clark. Your mom is a senator, both of your groomsmen are billionaires, yet you've managed to keep this very low key."

"Well if I left it up to Lois she'd probably have it be us and a judge, but I do what I can." Clark grinned. He was dressed in a black tux , with a white tie, none of his signature red or blue. His hair lay messily over the rims of his glasses.

"Kara, Chloe told me to send you her way, we've got less than 25 minutes. Keep the bride from killing people." As Kara walked away laughing, Martha hit him in the back of the head.

"Oliver Queen, you should know better. Quit insulting the bride." Martha's once vibrant red hair was now streaked with grey, but her eyes had not lost one once of the unwavering strength that scared Oliver to his bones, she was wearing a soft red dress and her favorite pearl necklace.

Bruce joined the group finally getting off the phone. "General Lane and Lucy are less than a block away, no worries Clark."

Clark feigned dramatic relief, "so I spent all that time worried that Bart would look lonely walking down the aisle for nothing?"

Oliver frowned, "speaking of our resident speedster, where is the man in red?"

"Burrito run, boss man." Bart materialized next to Clark, "hungry?" he offered to the groomsmen.

"Bart. Would you be a dear and escort me to my seat, the General is here and it's time to get going." Martha dragged Bart off.

Oliver leaned over to Bruce, "Cell off, your girlfriend's verbatim instructions."

The General clapped Clark on the shoulder, "Time to join the family, son."

Clark stood at the front of the Church as the wedding march started. The preacher that married his parents stood to his right. In the little church in Smallville, the world's greatest heroes sat in the same pews as the world's nosiest reporters. Perry White, Jon Jones and Gabe Sullivan sat in the same pew as Martha Kent all beaming with pride. Victor Stone, Raven, Dick Grayson, Dinah Lance, Arthur Curry and a few others from the Justice League were scattered amongst the couple's coworkers from the Planet and family friends of the Kents.

The wedding march began. Lucy Lane was dressed in a floor length crimson red gown. She and Bart both looked like they were up to no good as they strutted up the aisle. Following them, Kara and Bruce walked regally. Kara was wearing the same dress as Lucy, but Kara's was a midnight blue. When they reached the front of the aisle Kara pulled Clark in for a hug and whispered in his ear, "Lara and Jor El would both be proud of you today," then she took her place next to Lucy.

Whispers started between the reporters when Chloe and Oliver, who recently made their split public, started their portion of the procession. Chloe looked stunning in an emerald green gown; both she and Oliver were radiant. As they came to Clark, Chloe stepped up first, "be good to her Clark" she kissed him on the cheek and stood at her spot on the altar. Oliver just clapped him on the shoulder. Clark's attention was diverted when the wedding march started and all the witnesses stood to face the back of the church.

The General and Lois started forward. Clark's eyes locked with Lois's and in that moment nothing could distract him. A moment later the General was pulling back her veil and whispering to his daughter. Then he handed Lois to Clark.

The preacher began, "Dearly beloved we are gathered here today…

Chloe smiled, she could practically feel herself glowing from happiness. It had been so long since everyone she cared about was in the same place and everyone was happy. Pete Ross had just snuck in the back and made his way to sit next to Martha.

As the preacher went on, she glanced to Oliver; who wasn't paying any attention. He was making googaly eyes at Dinah, Chloe almost giggled, but then Bart was doing the same thing to Raven.

When Lois and Clark exchanged vows, she locked eyes with Bruce for the first time in what felt like days. An involuntary smile broke out on her face. Lois ruined the moment by practically punching her in the gut, handing off her flowers to exchange the rings.

Lois took Clark's hand, "Clark Kent, the boy who I met so long ago, on a deserted road during a storm. Today I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and devotion." She slid the ring on his finger.

Clark took Lois' left hand, "Lois Lane, you are my source of strength and solace in this chaotic world. Today I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and devotion." After sliding the wedding band next to the engagement ring, Clark looked to the preacher.

"Do you Lois Lane take Clark Kent to be your lawfully wedded husband from this day forth forsaking all others, in sickness and in health, for better or worse for as long as you both shall live?"

Lois grinned, "sure do."

The preacher repeated the question to Clark, "I do."

"Then by the power vested in me by God and the state of Kansas I pronounce you man and wife, you may kiss the bride."

Clark dipped Lois and kissed her tenderly. The preacher finished, "ladies and gentlemen, I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Kent."

Lois pulled away from Clark, "Lane Kent. Mrs. Lane Kent."

Chloe laughed and whispered to her cousin. "You've always got to get the last word in don't you Lois."

Lois and Clark flitted around the reception. Chloe caught up with coworkers from the Planet she hadn't seen since she was fired. Perry White told war stories to whoever would listen.

After a few drinks, Perry grabbed the microphone. "Alright, so it's time for the speeches. So Mr. Queen, Ms. Sullivan, Myself, Mrs. Kent and anyone else who feels like embarrassing my reporters step on up. Mr. and Mrs. Kent, please sit up here so we can all see how much you blush."

Chloe grabbed the microphone, "all right thanks Perry. I'm Lois's cousin, and I love her very much, she is a strong person, she loves with all her heart, and I can't think of anyone better than Clark to hold it in his hands. But I got a bone to pick with you Mr. Kent. I have been your best friend for over ten years now. So I felt a little angry when you asked Oliver, right in front of me to be your best man. I mean I would have chosen Lo, but you could have had the decency to ask me! I digress because, I've had a few too many glasses of champagne, and this is not what I planned on saying. I love you both, and I can think of nothing better than my best friend and my cousin finally finding true love and making it work. To my newly expanded family." She held her glass aloft.

She rejoined Bruce and kissed him. He whispered, "only a glass or two too many, but it got the crowd going." She winked and kissed him again.

"Wow," began Oliver. "Well, I feel obligated to finish Chloe's rant. Clark told me they tossed a coin to see which of them got Chloe. Thank you for making me feel like chopped liver. I met both of you at the same time. Lois still was Senator Kent's chief of staff, but was moonlighting as a reporter for the Inquisitor. Clark was this guy she always complained about. When I met him I was expecting flannel covered, geek extraordinaire, and instead an overprotective guy walks into my apartment demanding to talk to Lois. Obviously her feelings about him have changed, but a small part of me always knew, these two were destiny." Oliver raised his glass aloft. "To steal a line from Chloe again, you two have become my family. To Destiny."

Lois and Clark just grinned at each other; laughing when Oliver winked in their direction.

Perry was back at the microphone again. "I met Mr. Kent when he was a junior in high school. My job brought me to this very town on one not so special day. It was his integrity at that age, and his blind faith in what's good and what's right that made me want to get back into hard core journalism. And I was able to return that favor to him by partnering him with Lois. These are two of the best investigative reporters I've ever had the chance to work with. I wish them both nothing but happiness, and shelves upon shelves of Pulitzers, while I am still editor of the Daily Planet." A chuckle ran through the crowd and Perry handed the microphone to Mrs. Kent.

"Great speeches, but I've been there since the beginning." Martha shook out her red hair and locked eyes with her son. "Jonathan and I were blessed to adopt Clark. I love him with my whole heart and nothing could ever change that. The summer before his senior year, Clark went missing, there was no trace of my son. Then one day this boisterous blonde who could not stop talking ran into me at the hospital, with none other than Clark on her arm. I figured that would be the last I ever saw of her, but obviously I was wrong. The next day, she was in my house again, and before I knew it I caught them both in the bathroom fresh out of the shower." A giggle ran through the room. "Now it's not what you think. Those two were like fire and ice from the moment after they found out Chloe was safe. Working together they've always been efficient, and in personality they've been ying and yang. And long before Clark had any intention of dating Lois, let alone marrying her, I considered Lois my daughter. I'm glad you are officially my family and I know Jonathan would be as happy as I am to know that Lois and Clark are now Mr. and Mrs. Kent." Lois and Martha locked eyes tear trails on both women's cheeks.

After Martha's speech the DJ, announced it was time for the couple's first dance. A classical song began to play and after 30 seconds of whirling around the dance floor, Lois cued the DJ, and White Snake blared into the room.

"Lois, you couldn't wait?" Clark laughed

"White Snake, our first dance, it needed to happen." Lois argued.

Flash forward

By Lois and Clark's second anniversary, Oliver Queen and Dinah Lance set a date for their wedding. Bart and Raven were happy young adults, rather than teenagers, in love. Raven was able to master her powers, without keeping her emotions in check. And Lily Kent had graced the world with her presence. But Chloe and Bruce were at a stalemate. Batman took up all of his time; Gotham was still a corrupt place, he had no time for a vacation. Chloe was still Watchtower, and Metropolis was still the Justice League head quarters. They barley ever saw each other.

Bruce looked up from the computer in the Bat cave. "What can I do for you Alfred?"

"Well I was just wondering sir, if you or Ms. Sullivan had ever considered training sidekicks sir." Alfred suggested as he set down a turkey sandwich next to Bruce.

Bruce stared at his longtime friend. "Why would that be necessary?'

"Well, I've just noticed that neither of you has the free time necessary to travel, and neither of you seems to want to leave your post empty for a single night.." The butler commented off handedly, "but you are both stubborn, I guess you'll just have to suffer then." Alfred smiled at Bruce, "Don't forget Ms. Kent's baptism is tomorrow, you are expected in Metropolis."

The Proposal

"A romantic dinner for two, it's been a while Mr. Wayne." Chloe raised her eyebrows at her boyfriend. The two were sitting in Watchtower, candles littering the tables, and all of Chloe's monitors were off. "You are awfully lucky that Victor didn't have any plans tonight, otherwise this wouldn't have been possible."

"Speaking of Victor, I've never run a mission with him; does he do as well as you?" Bruce looked at her inquiringly.

"At the watchtower thing?" Bruce nodded. "Well he is just as handy as I am with a computer, but Victor is better to have on the ground. He can just jack into a system, power it himself. If he stayed here and I infiltrated, I would need a fully running system, and a monitor with a keyboard to get the information. But from remotes, we are equally qualified; Ollie always says he prefers me, but Bruce why are we talking about work?"

"Just something Alfred has mentioned a few times."

"Care to fill in the audience here, not all of us get to talk to Alfred every day."

Bruce cleared his throat, his voice sounded a little nervous. "Well, he just pointed out that I'm happier around you, and right now we never really spend any time together because we are just so busy."

Looking confused, Chloe grabbed his hands. "Bruce can you just tell me what Alfred suggested, because right now I've got no idea where you are going with this."

"Alfred thinks that, god this is embarrassing, he thinks I need a sidekick." Chloe tried to suppress a giggle. "He keeps telling me 'Ms. Sullivan can't wait for you forever Master Wayne.' Chloe will you quit laughing at me. He suggested you get one too."

"I wouldn't have laughed if you didn't use that accent, what can I say you don't do British well." She winked, "he might have a point, as much as I hate to admit it. I've simplified the system enough that pretty much anyone can pull up necessary files." She looked at Bruce, "off topic sorry, do you want a sidekick?"

"I don't know. Who could I find that could keep up, I mean short of cloning me." Bruce stared at the table in concentration.

"Don't joke about that. I've seen enough clones in my life thank you. But if I were you I'd talk to Robin, he seems to be bored in Jump City. And I know he's only black belt in half the forms of martial arts that you are." She smiled, "now no more work for a minute. I'm glad you made it today. I can't believe Lily is three months old already."

Another flash forward

"Best thing about the new watchtower, full training gym, complete with rings." Dick Greyson practiced his acrobatic skills, while Bruce Wayne watched from below.

"It may have taken you two years, but I think you're ready to go out on your own now." Bruce commented offhandedly.

Dick landed gracefully next to his mentor. "Now are you saying that because I cramp your style, because I'm awesome or cause you are asking Chloe to marry you and need a night off."

Bruce raised his eyebrow. "All that responsibility you had in Jump City is gone and you decide to finally act like a teenager, go figure. You impressed me out there today; let's get in one last fight. And then you are going back to Gotham."

Between jabs and kicks Dick kept up with his interrogation. How big is the ring? When are you going to ask? Are you going to convince her to move to Gotham? In the midst of that conversation, Chloe walked into the gym.

"Bruce I need to talk to you for a minute."

"Oh, somebody's in trouble, can I tell her the good news?" Dick goaded.

"Chloe, can we talk after the League meeting I'm in the middle of something." Bruce yelled as he swung at Dick.

Unbeknownst to Bruce, that was the worst thing to say at that moment. Chloe's face turned red and she furiously yelled back, "Well I hope you can manage to pay some attention to me in a few months when my water breaks!" she turned to stomp away.

Dick landed a particularly painful blow when Bruce became catatonic, and just stared at the door Chloe left from.

Chloe made it back to her office before she began to cry. Mumbling under her breath, she said some not so nice things about Bruce. "Aunt Chloe, daddy says those are no no words. No cry Chloe." Lily Kent crawled onto Chloe's lap, wiping away tears. "Uncle Ollie gonna bring baby Connor, I wanna hold him, do you?"

"Ah Lily, I sure do. Where's your daddy at today?" Chloe asked hugging the small brunette to her chest.

"Right here Chloe, what's going on? Are you okay?" Clark walked in with his glasses in hand. " I just came from the training room, and Bruce really didn't respond to anything I said." As he finished his sentence Lily covered his mouth. She shook her head and whispered, "No Uncle Bruce, Chloe say no no words."

Chloe began to laugh, "Clark how did Lois tell you she was pregnant?"

Clark paused for a second, and looked at lily. "She didn't, one night this fluttering noise woke me up, I didn't see anything in the room so I scanned the room for anything, and when I looked at Lois, surprise Lily was there." He kissed Lily's cheek; then looked at his best friend. "Why?"

"When you told her, did you just blurt it out? Like perhaps in the middle of a training session with her sidekick?" Chloe stared at the ground.

Clark just smiled, "congratulations Chloe."

Epilogue

After six hours of labor, countless screams and an epidural Chloe Sullivan gave birth to Henry Thomas Wayne. She looked at Bruce with a content smile, "He's here."

Bruce kissed her, "born with a batsignal in the sky."

Alfred walked in, "and aren't you glad you took my advice sir."

"Yes, Alfred is smarter than us all. If only I can be as wise in the eyes of my son, as he is to me." Bruce turned his attention back to Chloe and his son. "Now Chloe, I don't know if I can handle being rejected one more time. Will you marry me?"

Lois decided she was done waiting and walked in on the proposal. "You might as well say yes, I know for a fact he was planning on asking you the day you told him that this little angel was on his way. What's his name by the way?" Lois snatched up the baby from his mother's arms.

Chloe answered, "Henry Thomas."

Lois whispered to the baby, "Henry James was a good friend of mine; you'll do his name proud."

Chloe looked at Bruce and smiled. "Yes."

Bruce set his jaw, "I know we picked a good name, but seriously; Chloe will you marry me?"

Chloe rolled her eyes, "I said yes dufus. Why is it every time I tell someone I'll marry them they totally misunderstand me. Don't give me that look, I'm on painkillers and you know I've gotten married before."

Bruce chuckled to himself and captured his son from Lois. "Lane, either spend time with your family or go to work so I can afford to marry your cousin."

"Like you can't already. Sleep tight Chlo. And let the nurses help, because once you go home it's just you and the baby at 3 am. And your butler, man, remind me why I didn't end up with a billionaire?" Lois leaned against the door.

"Clark was a better kisser, now leave." Chloe shoed Lois with her hand. After Lois left Chloe pulled Bruce in for a kiss. "So much has happened, but I wouldn't change a moment of it. As long as my reward was this moment right here. I think we are going to be happy Bruce, you me and our baby."

A/N: well that's the end. I hope you enjoyed it. I had fun. I'm always looking for more Chloe Bruce stories. They are my favorite.