Aveliene's pov:

Right now, if I say that I am nervous that will be an understatement. As I can feel my heart slamming against my ribcage as I walk down the aisle with my arm linked with my dad's.

The veil is covering my face hiding my nervousness. And my eyes are stick to the ground.

Through my peripheral vision I could feel every one's eyes on me. Especially him.

Its evening now, as I took a glance of the surrounding, it is a huge garden and was beautifully decorated with finest of white orchids and lightings except the altar as it was decorated with white lilies, everything screams of grandeur.

It was truly my dream wedding but only one thing was missing ,love.

I gathered courage and take a look at him.

As glanced at him, I feel my eyes widen for a moment ,there he stood on the altar with ,Alex dressed in a Grey tux standing beside him as his best man.

If I said Vaughn was looking good that will be an understatement because he was looking dangerously handsome.

I can see how his masculinity and powerful badboy aura can intimidate other guys. Also how his messy chocolate brown hair which are now styled nicely fits his oceanic dark blue orbs, perfectly.

I looked at his outfit. He was wearing a charcoal black armani suit with matching bow tie.

And the white shirt beneath was hugging his abs perfectly. Just enough for any girl to fall for him.

I moved my eyes upto his face like always, it was deprived of emotions. I then looked at his captivating eyes which were a little widen but instantly get back to normal. I wonder what he is thinking?

I kept my gaze down as we reached the altar. My dad then gently placed my hand in Vaughn's. Instantly! I felt electricity passing through my body.

I don't know how his slight touch can cause such sensations to my body. I haven't felt these before with any other guy, there is definitely something intriguing about Vaughn.

"Take care of my angel, son" my dad said softly to Vaughn.

"I will" , Vaughn said in his deep voice with determination that I almost felt he was saying the truth. Note the keyword almost.

Then we both stood infront of the priest. I could feel my rapid heartbeat as finally we are taking are vows.

The priest spoke-

"Vaughn Rodriguez, will you have this woman to be your wedded wife, to live together? Will you love her, cherish her ,comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and hard times, forsaking all others, will you keep only unto her, as long as you both shall live?"

I watched him from under the veil. Waiting for him to answer what if he decline me? Rejected me infront of the entire world? As every famous personality is present here, from elites, businessmen, celebrities, mafia and parapazzi too.

It will be a huge disgrace for me. Although a little of my heart still don't want this marraige to happen but now there is no backing away. Maybe there is still a chance and hope for this marriage to turn out great.

Afterall Two powerful families are merging together. I don't think so he will risk his and his family's reputation. Right?

I felt his gaze on me so I quickly looked down. I was relieved when he spoke the next words.

"I will" He said in a firm and determined voice, there was no hint of guilt or doubt.

I take a deep breath, waiting for the priest to continue.

"Aveliene Lawrence will you have this man to be your wedded husband, to live together? Will you love him, cherish him,comfort him , honor and keep him, in sickness and hard times, and forsaking all others, will you keep only unto him, as long as you both shall live?"

I was still reluctant, so I just glanced at my parent who were with happiness filled in there eyes waited for me to answer. So I took a deep breath and spoke-

"I will", I said and was happy that my voice came out without stuttering.

We both then exchanged our rings. I looked at mine it was a white gold ring with diamond studded in an elegant floral pattern. For other couples it was a sign of love and devotion but for me it was a testament of his ownership on me.

Finally, I am married to the most powerful amd feared man, I don't know what my new life will be but I hope everything will be good.

"As you have consented together to holy wedlock, and have witnessed the same before God and this company, and have given and pledged your loyalties one to the other and have evidenced this by giving and receiving rings and joining hands, by the power vested in me, I now pronounce you as husband and wife," the priest continued "Now you may kiss the bride."

At this moment, I feel like I want to vanish into thin air.

Just by thinking about him and his slight touch have so much effect on my body. Kissing him will be too much for me.

But still we have to complete the processions, besides everyone is watching. Everyone. Including Veronica, Who is glaring at us, especially me.

I looked back at Vaughn who is already watching me with his piercing eyes.

I gulped down as he came closer to me.

He gently pulled the veil and looked at me while I slowly looked at him and saw mischievous glint in his eyes. He is enjoying my tensed state. Just great.

He then slowly leans down as I could now feel his minty breath fanning over my face. And slowly he placed his lips on mine. Instantly sparks exploded through out my body. I feel butterflies in my stomach. It was a quick kiss but still it was truly a blissful moment. Maybe only for me.

I could hear lots of applauses and clapping erupted in the atmosphere from the guests.

Vaughn then leans down towards my ear ,his lips brushing against it while he spoke ,but I wished I misheard it,"Welcome to hell, princess".

His husky voice causes chills pass down my spine.

I don't know how he has so much effect on me. One moment he made me happy but the other ,he sents chills down my spine.

How could someone be so bipolar?

Vaughn slowly backs away with a mischievous smile. And whispered again-"Now smile, we don't want any suspicion, do we?" He said in a mocking tone while still having that mischievous smile.

I quickly put a forced smile. So nobody suspect anything. Although I felt scared.

We then turned towards the guests.

I could see everyone clapping and smiling. Mom and Dad are sitting in the front row with Vaughn's parents. While my friends are sitting behind them.

When I glanced at them. They waved at me while grinning.

Cassie even winked at me, she definitely be thinking that Vaughn said something romantic to me in my ear. Only if she knows.

It is really going to be a long night...

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