CHAPTER 118: HUSBAND AND WIFE

Jason leaned in to whisper in Hannah's ear "tell me... how many children do you want us to have?" his tone soft as if he was asking the most innocent question ever.

Hannah who smiled at the wedding at the couple that were about to be married, turned her head to the side to look at him. He was so staring at her with a innocent look,their nose was barely a distance away from touching "why are you asking that?" she then turned back to looking at the couple.

"so we can prepare for the future,who knows how many children we would have and besides it so a good question,so answer me"

"Honestly..." She paused then turned to look at him,he still hasn't moved from his position "we are not yet married,after we are married them we can decide how many babies we should have hm?" She glared at him but he only leans in to kiss the tip of her nose,he remarked "that's not fair ,but I know we will be a happy family".

Hannah shook her head "sometimes I wonder why I even met you" at her words Jason chuckled not loud enough to disturb the people or turn curious faces in their direction "soon it will be me and you, don't deny it,you as well me is looking forward to it"saying this ,he interlocked their fingers.

They stopped their conversation in time to listen to the other couples' say their vows

"I ,Ryan Garcia take you as my wife,I promise to support you,love and cherish you, to be by your side in times of sorrows , challenges and joy,I vow to be your partner in all things and to stand by you always,to protect and keep you from harms wayand to love you each day as we journey through our lives together "

"I mia Albert take you as my partner,my confidence and my greatest supporter and strength ,I promise to communicate and listen and to always make our love and happiness a priority,to keep you happy,I'm grateful for the what you've given me and for loving me endlessly ,I vow to always be here when you need me and I'm excited about the family we would create in the future".

As everyone clapped mia teared up and added "I love you "

" and I love you " Ryan responded with evident love for the woman before him. No matter how they looked at what has happened in the past,they only realized it was meant to happen. With the duo having lost a live one in the past,they were ready to fill that space together.

After the exchange of rings,The priest then said "by the power vested upon me and in accordance to the law of this country,I hereby pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the Bride "

It felt like it's the first time mia had kissed him even though they had done it countless times ,it somewhat felt new,the beating of her heart increased with every slow step he took towards her. Ryan snaked his hand around her waist bringing her close,he stared deep into her eyes as if trying to see the depth of her soul. Slowly he leaned in and captured her lips ,mia melted in his arms and if it wasn't for Ryan holding her waist to keep her steady, there's a high chance she might have fallen.

The guests came one by one to congratulate the newly wed couple,mia couldn't control the smile that spread on her face,she saw Ryan having a bright smile has he responded to the guests, gone was the cold demeanor but even mia know it's only for today as Ryan wasn't one to act all goody goody with people but he isn't a bad person. Mia loves him regardless of his personality.

The guests were all scattered around,the entire mansion was decorated as they took this opportunity to mingle and possibly talk about the wedding that somewhat came as a surprise to a few people. Upstairs Lucy looked down with a smile on her face,from the moment she met mia,she wanted the woman to be the one who Ryan spend his life with and it happened.

"are you going to leave after the wedding?" Someone suddenly asked which snapped her out of her thoughts,Lucy turned to look at her side and saw Alex who had a glass of wine in his hand. She smiled at him "no,not anytime soon, mum's been keeping herself busy and I want to spend more time with everyone"

Alex nodded his head he stared at the woman before him who didn't break eye contact with him. Not knowing what to say Lucy spoke "you look handsome" saying this ,she blushed and shifted her gaze back to the guests downstairs ,she felt embarrassed for speaking her thoughts out loud but it isn't wrong for one to voice their opinions.

"Lucy , about what you told me..." this was enough to catch the woman's attention who stared at him expectantly,she lightly gulp, somewhere she didn't want to hear his response worrying it will hurt her,she whispered his name "Alex..."

He cut her off "let's give it a chance" he smiled when he saw the shocked expression on her face ,to confirm Lucy asked "r.. really?" . Watching him close the distance between them,the strange feelings in her chest continued to build increasingly. Closing her eyes,she felt him kiss her and her brain went wild, pulling away Alex responded "yes".

Before Lucy could say anything, someone said "let's just hope you don't break her heart,if you do I'm coming for you" Jason said accompanied by Hannah whose hand was linked to his. She stared at Lucy who was red as a tomato,Alex replied to "I have no plans to do that,Lucy is precious to me so rest assured" he wrapped his arms around the woman

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Finally having the space of their own,mia and Ryan stood at the balcony, Mia placed her hand on the railing,she has already changed her wedding gown to more comfortable night dress,she could see the sun slowly set from the distance,the guests were slowly leaving. Unconsciously,her fingers traced the wedding ring on her finger and she couldn't stop herself from family.

Ryan hugged her from behind, gently kissing the side of her head,then he nipped on her ear "where do you want to go for our Honey moon,?" He suddenly asked . Mia shrugged "wherever you want us to go ,I know you have good choices".

Ryan chuckled at her words .

"aren't you going to see grandfather off?" Mia asked ,she was grateful that the old man had walked her towards the alter,he somewhere reminded Ryan that he now has a new responsibility. The latter responded with "he's staying here,I don't want him moving back and forth at his age and I know he'll agree to stay here for the night,he said he'll leave tomorrow noon".

A comfortable silence followed as the couple enjoyed each other's company while staring at the guests that slowly leave the place. Ryan was the first to break the silence when he said "I can't wait to start a family with you" his hand moved to her stomach "our family"

"two girls and two boys"mia suddenly said and giggled when Ryan suddenly turned her to face him ,he cupped her cheek then said "our children will be the most beautiful" he remembered Mia's promise to him and knew in the past, there was nothing much they could to prevent the tragedy that happened to their parents,but now they are there for each other with nothing to stand in the way.

Mia wants to keep Ryan happy as much as she does, she was glad that their family and friends has become even closer than ever and it will continue to remain that way. Without a second thought,mia leaned him to kiss him "I love you, more than you can imagine"Ryan confessed, tracing her lips with his tongue.

"I love you too Ryan".

She felt herself being lifted off the floor, Ryan carried her in his arms, bridal style while mia wrapped her arms around his neck,the two stared at each other lovingly as they now take another step towards their own future.

THE END

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