Filed to story: Dumped by Scumbag Adored by Billionaire
“If anyone can show just cause why this couple cannot lawfully be joined together in matrimony, let them speak now or forever hold their peace”
And just like that, there was silence, absolute silence.
There was a furrow on Niles’ face, hadn’t he told Judy to ask the priest to omit this certain phrase? He looked towards his best man who shrugged innocently, gesturing to the pastor instead who looked forward to the congregation.
Damn these pastors and their doctrines, Niles cursed. He should have known while holding his wedding at a church.
The church was Eden’s idea, he had wanted to follow the footsteps of his father Eric during his time, else Niles would have had an outdoor wedding and invite an officiant. Now, he was standing on tenterhooks – well this was karma for the numerous hearts he broke.
Everybody in the congregation held their breath, everyone in here knows of Niles’ careless lifestyle in the past. There was a 99.9% percent chance of a drama occurring anytime soon.
Reina’s hands were clammy from anxiety, though she stood with her head held high and a smile on her face, her stomach was knotted with nerves while she forgot how to breathe.
Though she knew without a doubt that Niles loves her, it would be another issue if a woman emerges with a claim of having his child. Children complicate issues and Reina wasn’t ready to share Niles. For sure, it would hurt but she’d rather leave with her kids than compete with another woman for a man’s attention.
What was actually a minute seemed to have lasted forever that the moment the pastor pronounced them, “Husband and wife” Reina released the breath she had been holding in.
“You can now kiss your brides,”
Tears of joy mixed with relief flowed down Reina’s face as Niles kissed her. For a moment there, she had been so scared that everything she had built so far would crumble down in the twinkle of an eye.
Niles was eager to kiss his bride, to ensure this was real. He had never regretted his life options until that very moment of trial. He had been so scared he would lose this precious woman because of his past mistakes.
The whole congregation stood to their feet, greeting the new married couples with deafening rapturous applause. They cheered Niles who passionately kissed his wife, Reina for God knows how long even after Eden and Camille were done. Their gleeful acclamation and applause mingled in a single sustained roar.
The third point of view:
“Let’s give it up for the brides and the grooms!” The Mc hollered enthusiastically.
All heads turned to the entrance as the guests all stood with an applause, cheering the newly wedded couples entering the hall.
The wedding reception was held in a hotel owned by the Sparkss, precisely the hotel where Maria and Niles had met. Though the hotel was the family’s property, Niles had bought it from Eden because it was a place of importance in his heart.
As expected, everyone fixed their eyes on the couples who were in the spotlight as they strut in one after the other, both grooms having their brides by their side.
After the church service, they had spent a lot of time taking pictures with family and friends, so they had rushed over as not to keep the guests waiting for long.
Reina had a blush on her face as she walked in with Niles while the Dj played a number. Her arm was hooked around his own and the man held onto her tightly. Everything seemed surreal to her, she was now a Sparks?!
If she had been shy, it was nothing compared to when they reached the center of the stage and the Dj changed the somewhat romantic song to an upbeat tune as the MC requested them to have their first dance as a married couple.
To be honest, it was super nerve-wracking to be on the dance floor for the length of an entire song that appears to have gone on forever in a room full of people staring at you. But then, with Camille and Eden showing off their dancing steps, Reina had to throw her shame away.
Now talk about Niles, the man was rocking it. She knew her man was a good dancer but he keeps on surprising her. And just like that, the couple dance was monopolized by Niles as everyone cheered him on.
Meanwhile, somewhere in the crowd, Isabella was busy searching for those mischievous siblings of hers – they had disappeared after the photoshoot – she stumbled upon Julie.
Ugh, what bad luck.
“Yo, fiancée,” That irritating squirrel said, ” You didn’t tell me my father-in-law was a good dancer?”
“What?” Isabella was confused.
“Just come,” Julie grabbed her hand and began to lead her through the crowd of people that had gathered around the dance floor just to record Niles dancing.
“The legendary player and ex – eligible bachelor shows a great dance move in his wedding today, ” it would surely go viral on the internet.
“I swear to God if you’re…” Isabella was still saying when Julie squeezed her between two women just so she could see what was going on and her eyes almost bulged out of her socket.
Her father was twerking!
No, scratch that, her father and Reina were twerking uniformly and the guests were cheering them on.
Isabella almost spat blood. That was it! Her career was over! There was no doubt all of her fans were watching this – some of the guests were videoing live. Now, she can’t make a single video without them mentioning this twerking experience. They would make jokes – wait a minute, why not just feature Niles on her show since he was so great at dancing and people were willing to watch that shit? She could create a separate server…..
And just like that, the once dejected look on Isabella’s face turned into a mischievous one as she thought of ways to convert her father into her money bag and followers attractor. Even Julie who was by her side couldn’t help but shiver, what evil plans does this she-devil have in mind now?
It was a great dancing session because the groomsmen and bridesmaids joined in no time, igniting the whole place. The MC had no choice but to give them more time to dance since the guests were enjoying themselves.
By the time they were done, everyone was sweating and jubilating, it had been one hell of dance and the couples were ushered to the head table. With the guests seated for upcoming speeches, waiters went around with fresh trays of champagne glasses and drinks, serving the guests according to their choice just as the father of the bride came on stage to give his speech.
While the Dj created the perfect ambiance with the collection of his soft songs, Reina and Camille used that opportunity to slip out to change into their reception dress. The wedding dress was a bit restricting and uncomfortable to move around with – especially for Reina who couldn’t stand heels. She had taken walking lessons the past week hence the reason she had lasted that long in them.
“Good afternoon everyone,” Sakuzi began, “On behalf of Niles and Reina, and myself, I would like to start by welcoming you all and to thank you for coming here to celebrate this very special, happy occasion, the marriage of our daughter Reina to Niles.
“It really is great to see so many friends and family here today. But a special thanks to those of you who have had long and difficult journeys. I know it means a great deal to Reina and Niles that you’re here with them today, especially to my ex-wife Nadia, who squeezed out time from her busy schedule to come to my daughter’s wedding,”
The world was deceived into believing that Reina’s mother was his mistress who had died while giving birth to her and the reason Valentino had separated from his wife. It kept the gossips talking hence no one cared to check the authenticity. Moreover, Valentino was a known flirt.
He went on, “Every wedding is special, of course. But to see your daughter get married is something else. Princess, our walk down the aisle this afternoon is a memory I shall cherish. You looked absolutely beautiful in your stunning wedding dress.
“When the date was set for the wedding, I kept getting anxious by each passing second since I knew it was time to let you go. You see, growing up Reina was quite stubborn and strong, I’m guessing she got that from me, “
The crowd chuckled.
“She was so stubborn that she got twin kids for a man I never approved,” He added, ” At that time,”
This time the crowd went silent as the speech enthralled them.
“You see I love my baby girl and would never allow her to get hurt. But then, my over protectiveness hurt her and I’ve learned my lesson,” He swallowed, “Which is why I let her do what she wanted and be happy for the rest of her life. She deserves all my care and my support and she has given me the best gift by making me a grandpa.