Chapter Twenty
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Chapter Twenty:
The past year had been extremely stressful for my mom, bridesmaids, and I. Organizing a wedding was no joke. It took a lot of effort and dedication to make things right.
I stood in front of the huge mirror. I am ready. I am scared, nervous, worried, and everything else that I should be feeling, but I am ready. I am ready to get married to the love of my life.
Brendan and I had a lot of ups and downs in the past. I know there are many more downhills to come, but what relationship is perfect? Imperfections are the perfect part of all relationships. We are dedicated to one another and we both love each other.
There was a knock on the door. It was Arabella. She was wearing her pink strapless maid of honor dress. It had a beaded belt-like just under the breasts.
"Are you ready?" Arabella asked me with a huge smile on her face.
I felt my stomach drop 5 feet under. "I think I'm going to vomit," I told her honestly.
She gave me a hug. "You look beautiful, Kristine. You will be fine."
I looked at myself on the large mirror one last time. I am wearing a white off shoulder wedding gown with floral lace material on the bodice. From the waist and downwards, the dress flows perfectly into soft layers of ruffles.
Another knock was made on the door. It was mama and Jasmine. Jasmine is my bridesmaid. So along Arabella, she is also wearing that cute light pink strapless dress.
"Oh, honey, you look beautiful!" Mama cried out. She came up to me and gave me a hug.
"Your mom is right, Kris. You do look beautiful," Jasmine confirmed, giving me a hug.
I blushed. "Thank you both - all. If you all weren't here then I wouldn't have done this without you."
"Are you nervous?" Jasmine asked.
I nodded. "Yeah, I’m very, very nervous."
"Josh texted me saying that Brendan is also freaking out. Don't worry, darling. I'm pretty sure you'll be having a blast once this wedding is over," She winked at me.
Josh and Jasmine's relationship were nowhere what Brendan and I had experienced, but it is as strong as what Brendan and I shared during our girlfriend and boyfriend days. I am happy for both Jasmine and Josh, especially since Josh has finally settled down with a girl.
I slapped her arm playfully, but the fact that I now know that I'm not the only one who is emotionally wrecked soothed me a little bit. Just a tiny bit.
"Honey, we have to go in 2 minutes," Mama announced.
My stomach felt funny, like butterflies were on a rampage in my belly. I inhaled and nodded. "Thanks, Ma."
We walked out of the dressing room and made our way in front of the church. It wasn't an extravagant wedding. It was only family and friends, plus a few people from work. I think we also sent an invitation letter to Chloe and honestly, I don’t even know why I invited her. Actually, no. I want to rub this all over her face. But she is definitely the least of my worries right now.
People were already making their entrance towards their allocated seats. Once they were all gone, I took a huge, deep breath. The Wedding March was now being played on the piano.
I walked up the aisle. My eyes instantly landed on Brendan. He looked perfect in his white tuxedo and his light blue bow tie. He looked absolutely perfect. He had a huge grin on, instantly making me put one on my face too.
I knew Brendan and I are going to be alright. We are perfectly imperfect. We are made for each other. We will be fine.
The seminar went through slow, but when we had finally reached our 'I do's, it went quicker.
"I now pronounce you man and wife. You may now kiss the bride," The pastor announced.
I let out a huge sigh of relief. I locked my gaze into Brendan's blue eyes. It showed joy and pride. He was happy to marry me. I am happy to marry him.
He gave me a sweet kiss on the lips. Our foreheads are touching. "Hello, Mrs. Kristine Johnson."
I giggled. "I have to get used to that."
"Get used to it quickly, Hun. You will be having my last name until the day that we die."
"Forever and always?"
"Forever and always."
"I love you, Brendan."
"As I love you, Kristine."
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