Chapter 509 I Do
A flicker of surprise ignited in Cherise’s eyes, quickly replaced by a spark of curiosity.
She immediately strolled over and gently clasped Charisa’s hand. “Mom,” she inquired, her voice laced with eagerness, “tell me about your wedding to Dad. Grandpa always said you two were childhood sweethearts, so it must have been a magical day, right?”
“Our wedding…” Charisa trailed off, her gaze drifting into the distance, her eyes reflecting nostalgia.
Her wedding to Beckham was a memory etched in her heart, a vivid recollection from twenty- one years ago.
Back then, she was brimming with youthful exuberance and dreams of a shared future. She envisioned growing old with him, hand in hand, their lives intertwined in a tapestry of happiness.
They had stood before God, exchanging vows of eternal love, promising to remain inseparable, their hearts entwined in an unbreakable bond.
But fate, in its capricious nature, had other plans….
A sudden coughing fit seized Charisa, her breath catching in her throat. Zachary, ever vigilant, swiftly extended a handkerchief.
Charisa covered her mouth, a cough racking her body. The white handkerchief came away stained with bright red blood.
Mandy, standing nearby, couldn’t bear to watch. She turned away, discreetly wiping away tears that threatened to spill over.
Cherise’s heart ached. Life, she knew, was a cruel mistress, bringing with it aging, sickness, and, ultimately, death. Neither the doctors nor she could alter the inevitable course of nature. All she could do was provide comfort and support during her mother’s final moments.
Soon, the door burst open, and Damien and his groomsmen charged in, their faces flushed with excitement and anticipation.
Lucy and Mandy had been plotting playful pranks to pull before the wedding, including hiding the bride’s heels.
With a sly grin, Lucy stealthily tied one of Cherise’s shoes to her ankle, the voluminous skirt of her bridesmaid’s dress concealing the cheeky prank from anyone watching.
But even the most carefully laid plans couldn’t escape Damien’s eagle eyes. With a swift, practiced move, he pinned Lucy to the bed and reached under her skirt, retrieving the hidden heel.
Neither Damien nor Lucy had anticipated Mandy and Jacob’s quick reflexes. They captured the entire scene with a click and a flash, forever immortalizing the moment Lennon pinned Lucy down, one hand strategically placed under her skirt.
Mandy’s laughter erupted like fireworks, her sides aching from amusement. “This photo is going. straight into my family album!”
“Absolutely,” Jacob agreed with a mischievous grin, sending the photo to the WhatsApp group. “If Lennon ever tries to pull a runner on Lucy, we’ll release this photo at their wedding.
Lennon and Lucy stood there speechless, their faces burning with embarrassment.
Cherise’s brow furrowed as she turned to Damien. “There’s no way any embarrassing photos of you and another woman will be making an appearance at my wedding today, right?”
Damien smiled reassuringly and took the heels from Lennon. Kneeling before Cherise, he gently slipped them onto her feet. “The only photos like that are with you.”
After saying that, he looked up at her with a playful glint. “If you want everyone to see, I could…”
His expression didn’t suggest he was joking.
Cherise’s heart raced as she quickly raised her hand to stop him. “Don’t even think about it!”
“I wouldn’t dare, Damien reassured her with a subtle smile. Standing up, he effortlessly swept her off her feet and into his arms. “I’ll be on my best behavior from now on.”
“If you disapprove, I wouldn’t dream of it,” he added playfully.
Cherise’s cheeks flushed a delicate shade of pink.
Damien scooped her up in his arms and strode out of the room, her wedding dress trailing behind them, the stark white fabric intermingling with the crimson carpet, creating a captivating contrast.
They strolled down the red carpet, the train of her dress gracing the ground, the white and red blending seamlessly, exuding an unparalleled romance.
The wedding car embarked on a grand tour through the wealthy city of Adania.
Every major internet media outlet and television station broadcasted this extravagant wedding live, capturing every detail of the lavish affair.
Whispers swirled that the wedding venue had been transformed into a magical wonderland by the groom’s close-knit circle of friends.
