VAMPIRE OC X JASON TODD SEQUEL
Fandom: Titans (2018)
Ship: Jason Todd/Original Female Characters
Tags: Weddings, Marriage, Family Fluff, Batfamily, Batfamily Dynamics, Protective Batfamily, Jason Todd is a Batfamily Member, Domestic Batfamily, other tags to be added by chapter
Chapter 1/?: I'm In Love, I'm In Love, I'm In Love (Inspo - Accidentally In Love - Counting Crows)
One year later
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My alarm went off in the spare room downstairs, marking seven in the morning. I groaned but the excitement of today pushed me out of bed. I made my way to the desolate kitchen, brewing a cup of coffee.
“Don’t make breakfast, we’re going out,” Barbara said as she snuck up on me. She rolled into the kitchen in her pajamas, but her hair still looked great. I didn’t know how she did it every day.
“Since when?” I asked.
“Thiry minutes ago. Bruce wants to go out with all of us.” The coffee finished and I filled my mug.
“There’s a lot of us. How’s he gonna make that work?” I questioned.
“Bruce has his ways. Don’t worry about it.”
Today was Friday, May 13th, a.k.a., Jason and I’s wedding day. He’d been asking since the start of the year. I always thought he was joking.
“Let’s get married,” Jason said in the shower. We were all over each other, unable to keep our hands at our sides. He said it after sloppily making out with the water spraying all over us.
“We will, in a couple years,” I suggested.
“No, I mean it. Let’s get married. It’s felt like forever with you, so why not make it forever?”
“Jason… I’m nineteen and it hasn’t even been a year with you yet. Be patient.”
He kept asking and asking, sometimes more so telling me “We’re going to get married.” Halfway through the semester I realized I wanted it too, I was just afraid, so we started planning. Jason insisted he propose to me after we agreed, so he took me to the boardwalk for a night out on the town. I saw it coming, but I cried anyway. We went over so many agonizing details of the wedding- what kind of flowers to have, what color napkins we should get. When we found out there was a Friday the 13th coming up, we rushed the planning to have everything done in time.
After everyone woke up, we piled in various cars to get to the breakfast joint. I could tell the workers were shocked by our party size. They sat us at a large table in the back, Jason and I sitting in the middle. After we ordered, we got to chatting.
“Are you nervous?” I asked Jason. He was bouncing his leg and looking all over the place.
“I’m fine,” he lied. I grabbed his hand and reseted it on my thigh.
“Today’s going to go great, don’t you worry,” Bruce spoke up first.
“Thanks,” Jason said sheepishly. I smiled.
“So tell me again why you guys decided to get married so young?” Dawn asked.
“Because we love each other,” I said point-blank.
“But why not wait? You’re in the middle of college, won’t this stress you out?” “The stress has been worth it,” I told her.
“I’m just glad you guys invited me,” Tim beaned.
“That’s only because Evie wouldn’t let me ban you from the Manor for the day,” Jason spoke up.
I leaned in closer to the table. “Listen close, Tim, because this is the only time you’re going to hear this. I love you.” His face dropped in a confused expression. I saw in my peripheral everyone was confused as well. “You’re like a little brother to me. You’re so annoying and pestering but that’s what brothers are supposed to do. I admire your persistence and confidence. I couldn’t imagine this wedding without you.”
“T-Thank you,” he stuttered, in shock.
“I don’t know what you’re talking about. I didn’t say anything.”
Eventually our food came and we spent as long as we could there, but we had to get home to prepare at some point.
“Evie, you’re riding in Kory’s car. Jason, come with me,” Dick announced. When we got back to the Manor, the boys went upstairs while the girls and I stayed downstairs.
“Do you think he’s doing okay?” I asked out loud as we sat down.
“He’ll be fine,” Kory assured me. “Now let’s tackle this hair.” She plugged in a curling iron next to me. With me was her, Dawn, Rachel, Donna, and Barbara. Upstairs with Jason was Dick, Hank, Conner, Tim, Gar, Roy, and Bruce. It was a small wedding, so we decided to have everyone involved in the behind the scenes. It was all hands on deck, so we needed everyone with us.
“Be careful. Don’t burn me,” I advised.
“Have some faith.” I had several notecards in my hands, going over my vows. I was so nervous that sweat was soaking them.
“Are you two memorizing your vows?” Dawn asked.
“I don’t know. We never talked about that part. It’d be more romantic to memorize them, right?” I contemplated.
“As long as it’s honest, that’s all you need,” she told me.
“I still can’t believe Jason is getting married,” Donna spoke up. “He was so different when I met him.”
“I kinda wish you were with us, Evie, in San Francisco. Maybe if Jason had you earlier he wouldn’t have been so hurt,” Rachel agreed.
“He really has changed the past two years, hasn’t he?” I wondered.
“For the better,” Barbara insisted. “Bruce used to tell me all the time about Jason acting out. He had a hard time saying it, but he loved Jason.
“I know he does,” I went on. “All of them have a hard time expressing it. I can easily call you guys my sisters, but I wonder if they feel the same.”
“Tonight you’re becoming Dick’s sister in law. Maybe that’ll help them see each other as family,” Kory offered.
“Does that mean you’ll be my sister too?” Kory hummed in response.
“All done,” she announced. She handed me a handheld mirror to look at my subtle red curls.
“I love it,” I told her. Dawn and Donna took over to do my makeup, which also didn’t take long, minus all the times I swatted at them in fear they’d poke out my eyes. Then it was time to get in my dress. “Can you help me zip it up?” I called from the bathroom. Dawn came to my rescue.
“I’m really happy for you,” she commented. “Everyone talks about you saving Jason, but he saved you, didn’t he?”
“He’s done so so many times. I don’t have to live in anger when I had him.” The rest of the girls came to our side.
“You look magical,” Rachel ogled. I chose a purple dress with ruffled side sleeves and sparkly flowers going down the middle. I never wanted a traditional dress because nothing about me felt traditional. I told Jason I wasn’t wearing white and that’s all he knew.
“It’s about time for us to head out. Jason should come downstairs and you’ll meet him by the pool for your first look,” Barbara informed. I hugged them goodbye and let them leave. I caught a glimmer of Jason heading out before Bruce came to me.
“Are you ready?” He asked.
“I’m nervous, but let’s do this.” We walked out side by side by side to the backyard. Jason was waiting with his back turned, chattering with Dick.
“...So nerve-wracking. This suit looks good, right?” Jason was saying as I walked up.
“I think your fiance can tell you that,” Dick smiled. I saw Jason’s entire body tense up at my arrival.
“Hey,” I called out.
“Hey,” he shivered. “Do I look good from the back?” He asked.
“Of course you do. Don’t make me wait any longer, turn around.” I saw him take a step but hesitate before fully turning around.
“Wow,” he breathed. “You look great.” He walked closer, taking my arms in his, and I couldn’t help but place a kiss on his cheek.
“You look handsome,” I whispered in his ear. When I pulled away, tears were streaming down his face.
“Sorry, I just- I need a minute.” He moved to sit down on the wicker chairs. I tentatively sat next to him.
“Are you okay?” I asked quietly.
“It’s all just so real,” he said between stifled sobs. “I’m marrying you, today. If you asked me a couple years ago if I thought I’d make it this far, I’d laugh in your face. I never even thought I’d make it to twenty.” I gave a look to the boys that said ‘leave us be’ and pulled him close to me.
“It’s real. This is real and I know how scary that is. I get what you mean. I always thought I’d finally manage to rid myself before I graduated high school. But you know what? I’m so glad I didn’t. Because I got to repair myself with you. I love you, Jason. I’m so glad you’re here today.” I placed a kiss on his temple. “I love you, Jay.”
“I love you too,” he sniffled. “Do I look okay?” He asked, looking at me.
“Yes,” I agreed. “You look great.” I pecked him on the lips and shifted in my seat. “The rest of them are finishing setting up. We should get to our places.” Jason followed me to stand and I pulled him into a deep hug.
“I love you. See you soon.” We departed, Jason heading to the ceremony and I heading back inside.
“Was he okay?” Bruce asked as I came into the living room, startling me.
“Yeah,” I said as I sat down on the couch across from him. “He’s just anxious.”
“He’s always been that way,” he commented. “Always stressing about everything. He’s gotten better now. I think Leslie really helps.”
“He loves you, you know,” I said. Bruce’s expression softened.
“I hope one day he can say it. But he loves you more than anything. You’re his father, Bruce.” Before he could respond, he got a chime on his phone.
“It’s time. Are you ready?”
“Let’s go.” He extended an arm for me to grab on to and we walked outside. I didn’t initially want to walk down the aisle to the wedding song, but it seemed really important to Jason, so I allowed it. Even though it was obvious the backyard was large, Jason still felt miles away. The music played, Jason turned to me, our family stood up, and Bruce walked me down.
“Hey,” Jason laughed as I stood in front of him.
“Hey,” I smiled. He instinctively grabbed my arms.
“Ladies and gentlemen,” Hank, our officiator, started. “Titans, Tim, and the one Justice League member.” The crowd chuckled. “We are gathered here today to celebrate the wedding of two crazy kids who are so young, they won’t be able to drink at the reception.” I stared into Jason’s eyes, the sun shining on us. “Evelyn Nox and Jason Todd met nearly three years ago. It was a tumultuous time for Gotham and the Titans. In the midst of all the violence, they found love. To quote Rihanna, it was definitely a hopeless place. I, personally, have something to thank Evie for. Back in San Francisco, we lost Jason. It was our fault. Evie returned him to us, safe and sound. Thank you, Evie, for protecting our brother. Now, I believe these lovebirds have something to say.” Jason let go of my hands to retrieve notecards from his pocket.
“Evie.” He shuddered and hesitated for a moment. “I remember the day I met you. You had me tied up in your apartment but were so gentle with me. It was a weird feeling because you were the first person in a long time that I let show me kindness. When I noticed I was falling for you, I was embarrassed. I tried to convince myself you put a spell on me. But at some point I had to come clean. I didn’t plan to kiss you that night but I was tired of all the tension. Giving into you was the greatest decision I’ve ever made. Every day since then, I’ve loved you. I’m ready to start forever with you.” He put his cards down and my anxiety grew. I chose to go off-book because every time I went to edit, I had something new to say.
“I’ve never experienced real love before. I dated some people in the past but it was tragic. I didn’t want to accept that I could experience romance until you kissed me. It was a weird mix of chaos and domestic bliss. We’d come home from patrol after killing a drug dealer and you’d make me dinner. I’m glad I accepted it. Sometimes I love you so much it feels like my body can’t take it. I love you when you grasp me in the night like you’re afraid I’ll leave . I love you when you sit down and read with me. I love you when you offer to wash my hair when I’m too depressed to get out of bed. You’re the piece I’ve been missing all my life. I love you, Jason.” We were both silently crying by then.
“Those remarks were beautiful. Now, Jason, do you promise to take Evie as your wife, however way she comes? Do you promise to love her no matter what, in sickness and in health? Do you promise to be ready to fight an evil vampire cult, if the time arises?”
“I do,” he laughed through the tears.
“Evie. Do you promise to take Jason as your husband, however way he comes? Do you promise to love him no matter what, in sickness and in health? Do you promise to feel the full wrath of the Titans if you break his heart?”
“I do.”
“Then, by the power vested in me, I now pronounce you a married couple. You may kiss.” Jason yanked me forward, not wasting any time. He wrapped my head in his hands and kissed me first- the most passionate he’s ever done- while I hung my hands around his neck. Cheers erupted around us as we walked down the aisle together.
Later in the evening, the reception started.
“Hey, I’m really happy for you two. In the short time I’ve known you, I can tell you’re made for each other.” Roy was the first to congratulate us. After the ‘victory tour’ as Jason had dubbed it, ARGUS reached out with Roy Harper to help us deal with the aftermath. Now that we were public, Bruce didn’t have to clean up all our messes. We quickly hit it off with Roy and had been friends ever since.
“Thanks, man.” Jason pulled him into a side hug.
“Jason! I’m so happy for you guys. Congrats to you newlyweds.” Dick had come up to us, Kory in tow.
“Thank you. Hey, when are you gonna put a ring on Kory’s finger?” He laughed and Kory scoffed, awkwardly excusing themselves. I couldn’t tell how long, but I knew they had been together for a while. Jason pulled out a chair at our table. He leaned his head on my shoulder. “I love you.”
“I love you.” I clasped his hand in mine. We weren’t alone for long because the kids came up to us. “Your table is over there,” I shooed them.
“We have a gift for you.” Gar opened. He handed us a gift bag filled with ribbon.
“I thought we said no gifts,” I pointed out.
“Yeah, but this is special.” Jason and I opened the bag to reveal a golden picture frame of multiple candid photos of us.
“Wow. Thanks, guys. This is… special,” I narrated.
As time went on, the party progressed. Dick got too drunk and sang along to Outkast while Bruce contemplated what kind of son he raised. He didn’t really let loose, but you could tell he was enjoying himself. After a while, he escaped the crowd.
“I really enjoyed today,” Jason told me.
“So did I.” The sun was setting over us, casting an orange hue.
“Are you all packed for tomorrow?”
“Should be. You know, I’m still not sure how the others feel about us going back to California.”
“Wonder what Alfred thinks.” I looked over to my right at his grave. We were laying side by side against Jason’s.
“Do you remember being dead?” I morbidly asked.
“Not really,” he answered. “I was beaten by the Joker and then I was with Crane. Kinda all felt like a bad night’s sleep.” I put my arm over his shoulder and kissed him.
“I love you. More than anything.”
“I love you more.” As the sky grew darker and more people headed inside, we got up and made our way to our room.
“Leaving so soon?” Bruce called out behind us.
“It’s late. And we need to sleep before our flight tomorrow.” “Have a good night, then.” We continued walking, but Jason suddenly stopped and turned around. I waited for him, watching him give Bruce a hug and mumbling something.
“What was that about?” I asked when he came back.
“Nothing. I don’t know what you’re talking about.” We walked upstairs and to our room, silently helping each other take our attire off. I motioned to put on my pajamas, but he stopped me. “It’s our wedding night, I am not cuddling you in Ghost Face pajamas.”
“I don’t really want to have sex, though. Is that what you mean?”
“Are you kidding?” He scoffed. “Get in bed. What movie do you want to watch?” I climbed under the covers and we argued over what movie suits our wedding night. He held me in his arms, me cuddling his bare chest.