He walked in, in his well-polished Tom Ford and well-ironed Zara outfit all set for the wedding. Everyone was dazzled at the appearance of the groom. “Waoh, is Mr. Smith not looking too handsome for today?”
“I know right, after all, it's his wedding. He has to look his best.”
“Gosh, his wife is so lucky.”
“Yes, she is. I wish I was the one.”
“Too late, he is taken already”
Mr. Smith could not help but smile at all the flattering words occupying the atmosphere. It was time for the bride to arrive. The door opened once again and there she was in her beautiful white gown made by the top designer in the world Chanel, smiles beaming from her lips as she held her bouquet made of white roses. Her appearance stunned the guests as she was dazzling.
“What! Is this the bride?”
“My God! She looks so beautiful.”
“God, I wanna get married. She is so cute.”
Every step she took took the breath of the guests away as she maintained her composure with a smile on her face.
“You are the most beautiful girl in the world.” He whispered into her ears.
“And I am glad to be your wife.” She replied, with a smile in return.
“Attention everyone. Today we have all come here to witness the wedding ceremony of Mr Smith and Elena Helen. Mr. Smith, do you take Ms. Elena as your sweet and beloved wife till death do you part and love and cherish her?”
“I do.” He replied with a smile on his face.
“Ms. Elena, do you take Mr. Smith as your beloved husband and love and cherish him all the days of your life?”
“I do.” She replied happily.
“You may now exchange rings and let the groom kiss the bride.”
The guests clapped as the sight was so beautiful to behold.
“They look so cute together.”
“I think they will make a very nice couple.”
Shouts and claps were made to felicitate the couple. The light went off.
“Oh, what's going on?”
Whispers were heard and the guests seemed confused as to what was going on. Suddenly, the light came back on but this time it was centralized on the couple and Mr. Smith stretched forth his hands with one knee on the ground.
“I have always wanted to ask for the first dance. Milady, if you don't mind me having this dance?” He asked
“It's an honor.” Elena held onto his hands and the couple were seen dancing to the rhythm of the song.
“Aw, Mr. Smith is a great dancer.” The guests brought out their phones to take videos and pictures of the beautiful sight as they enjoyed the moment.
Gifts were given to the couple, Elena threw her bouquet and it was caught by a fair young lady whose spouse had pre-planned to propose to her that day. As soon as she got the bouquet, he proposed to her, she looked very shocked because she wasn't expecting it. Elena was happy as she could see love in the eyes of the lovebirds.
“Is this how Smith and I look to people?” She thought, oblivious of her husband behind her.
“What are you thinking about? My beloved wife.” He asked as he carried her into his BMW X5.
“Oh, he loves his wife and can't wait to have her"
AT THE SMITH'S RESIDENCE
“Smith, you didn't have to do this,” Elena said with teary eyes.
“Yes, I have. Elena, this is my gift to you as a wedding gift. Your house.” He said, giving her the key to the duplex.
“Our house. I'm not going to live in it alone, we are.” She corrected hugging him.
“I love you, Smith.”
“I love you too. Now let's go and see what it looks like inside,” Smith said. He opened the door and the couple entered the building. The sight was breathtaking, forcing tears from Elena's eyes, she ran towards Smith with a hug.
“It is just as I love it”
“Anything for you, Elena.” He said calmly. He raised her chin making eye contact with her, slowly and gently locking lips. He slowly kissed her soft and tender lips and the couple enjoyed the moment.
“Hey, let's go change and continue this in bed,” Elena said with joy in her eyes.
“Sure.”
The couple ran upstairs, took a shower together, and laid on the bed. Elena tried to take his pajamas off but something was off, something was different.
“Smith, what's wrong?” She said
“Elena, I love you and there is no doubt about that but we can't have babies right now.”
“Why not?”
“My company is still growing and I need all the concentration I can get and I can't afford to take care of you and a baby right now.”
“Smith, it's okay. Babies are cute. You will love them, if it's money, don't worry, I will work and support you.”
“Elena, you still don't get it. I don't want to make babies right now. And I don't want you to work, the only work you will be doing is to care for me and this house. I don't need you to be stressed. Can you please do this for me?” Smith begged.
“Oh…Kay. Anything for you, Smith.”
“Thank you.” He kissed her lips and turned to the other end of the bed.
“Mum is coming over this weekend with my sister.” He said and drifted off to sleep.
“What! Smith, we didn't talk about this. Smith! Smith!” She kept calling his name, then realized he had slept. She silently tucked her legs under the white duvet and thought about the event that took place after the shower as she drifted off to sleep.
The day appeared too quickly, Smith was all prepared for work while his wife still lay in bed. Waking up after a while, she realized Smith was supposed to have breakfast before heading to work. She rushed out of the room to prepare his light meal. Colliding with him on the way, she realized he was all dressed up.
“What are you doing?”
“Em..I overslept,” she said, rubbing her head.
“You did. But it's okay.” He said, looking at his watch.
“Let me quickly get you what to eat.” She said,
“Don't you worry. I am late already. What a great day to start our marriage, Elena. See you later.” He said, pecking her forehead.
"Smith, what about the last thing you said last night?" she said but he was gone.