Chapter 17: The marriage
The Sunlight hit my face as I squinted my eyes open to gaze at the sky. I was awake before it. A long sigh came from my mouth as I made it out of bed while stretching my arms out. I still couldn't make myself comfortable inside that wide room though it has been six days. Well, I didn't think I'd stay alone that night anyway. Slowly stepping towards the locker, I pulled the door, and my eyes fell on the splendid long wedding dress.
"I'll be wearing it today," I mumbled as my hand brushed against its lovely soft white surface.
I flinched, hearing a knock on the door and closed the locker to fix my hair.
"Yes?"
Hearing my voice, Ethan opened the door and set foot inside.
His forehead was covered in bangs, and his lips were smiling genuinely.
"Good morning!" A peek of sun rays reflected on his loose white shirt as he moved closer to me. His appearance seemed like an innocent child, and the expression reminded me of the Ethan I used to know. A wave of emotions and reassurance encircled me as my eyes gazed upon him.
"Good morning! You seem...different."
"Different, how?" He said as he leaned against the wall beside me, crossing his arms near his chest.
"You're always wearing stiff clothes and keep your hair up so...Tha-" Before I could finish, he replied, "Isn't this how I was always?"
"...No" After hesitating for a moment, I denied it since his attitude and build were nothing like before.
Our small chit-chat was over when his driver- Mr Paul, called out to him. "Sir, It's time!"
He stood up still and stared at me for a moment.
"What is it?"
He only snickered and softly brushed his finger against my cheek, making me flinch in surprise.
"I'm Just looking forward to it today."
Saying this, he left the room, leaving me in astonishment. I felt my cheeks getting hotter.
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"It's done, Ms Irene." Hearing the words of Lily, I opened my eyes slowly and gazed upon the mirror in surprise. It felt as If the reflection was a different person. The long snow-like dress with a bit of golden shade at its end, like a golden ocean wave touching the floor. I Caressed the golden lace around my waist that was glimmering under the light.
The sparkling white veil was touching my exposed shoulder. An accessory made of golden crystal was peeking out from the lowered bun in my head, and the small pearls inside the braids were splendid.
Never in my life have I ever imagined I would be wearing a wedding dress like that. Even though I was opposed to this but my mind was wavering over the decisions.
"Mam, this way!" the receptionist showed me the path. I held the banquet filled with flowers I didn't know the name of.
Holding the banquet, I gradually stepped towards the hall. My heart was sprinting inside my chest as I halted in front of the door. There was no turning back now. I was getting married, and it was Ethan. My body started quivering from the thought of the people I would see after opening the door. After hesitating for some time, the huge door blocking my path in front of me Opened up, and the light hit my face. A breeze of various fragrances brushed against my nose as I looked up, and my gaze fell upon 'him' standing there basking in the light.
For some peculiar reason, all my worries, doubts and anxiety vanished like they never existed. My mind couldn't feel the presence of all these people staring at me. I felt as if it was only the two of us in the entire wedding hall, surrounded by the warm light and flowers. He was standing on top wearing a white gold suit with his hair neatly done. His warm smile looked at me gently. The rosy flush on his face was crystal clear because of the light. His eyes didn't move a centimetre from me as I continued, dragging myself towards him in my white heels.
His hand approached me as I climbed up the stairs.
"You're looking absolutely stunning, my wife!" He whispered as he held me closer. My cheeks were hot, and I was once more thankful for the makeup. I wasn't sure which one I should be wary of. Him calling me wife or him calling me stunning?
One peek at the silent Wedding hall, and then we turned towards the priest.
After reciting all the individual words, he said the lines, "Now I pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride."
A ground of applause surrounded the hall as both of us turned to each other. His sharp brown eyes stared deep into my eyes. I gulped, thinking this would be our first kiss. I felt my heart hammering inside my chest as I clenched my hands. He gently Caressed my cheek and whispered, "It's okay."
Within a second, my mind went blank as I closed my eyes shut and felt his tender lips brushing against mine softly.
What was it that I felt? My motive was to get away from him, to despise him for doing things against my will. But, For some reason, my inside felt weird and craved for his attention. Was my mind changing just because of a simple kiss? That couldn't be.
I slowly opened my eyes when I sensed him moving back while grabbing my waist. The cheeky smirk on the corner of his lips caught my sight.
"W-what's wrong?"
Just right after I finished, he bent down and picked me up instantly!
"Kyaa!!" I screamed at the sudden movement!
"What do you think you're doing?!" I whispered at him while yelling because all the eyes were on us. Was he that shameless?
"Relax! You're my wife now. And I'll do what I want with my wife. Wrap your arms around my neck."
Because of embarrassment, I didn't resist him for long and wrapped my arms around his neck as I buried my face near his shoulder to avoid any eye contact from humiliation.
He gradually put me down on the seat of the car, almost large as a van.
"where are we going now?"
"Italy."
"Italy??! Right now?"
"Yes! For our honeymoon. You'll love the views and food there!"
I stared at the front in silence since my plan was already made. "After all, I will make sure he enjoys a great honeymoon."
My lips curled into a smirk as I thought about it while looking outside the window.
Gifts
-- Gift
received Weekly Power Status
-- Power
Ranking 
-- Power
stone