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Amelia’s sister, Mia, and their mother, beacons of grace amidst the sea of attendees, share smiles that speak volumes of the relief and happiness they now feel, unburdened by the shadows of the past.
As I stand at the altar, waiting for Amelia, Gianni leans in, his voice barely above a whisper, “You’ve done it, Rafael. Not a single rival was left standing. I doubt we even need the armed guards outside.”
The music begins, a soft melody that seems to still the air itself. All eyes turn to the back of the hall as Amelia begins her walk down the aisle.
She’s radiant, a vision of the love and strength that has come to define us. Our eyes meet, and in hers, I see not just the woman I love but my partner, my equal in every challenge we’ve faced.
As she reaches me, taking my hand, the world falls away. It’s just Amelia and me, surrounded by friends and family but alone in our connection.
The officiant begins, his voice a steady cadence that guides us through the vows we’ve chosen—promises of love, loyalty, and a shared future, spoken with a sincerity that marks the depth of our bond.
The priest steps forward, and the ceremony begins. I watch Amelia closely as he makes his speech before getting ready to play my part.
“Do you, Rafael, renew your vows? Will you take Amelia to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do you part?”
“I do,” I respond, my voice steady, my gaze locked on Amelia’s. “With all that I am and all that I have, I honor you.”
“And do you, Amelia, renew your vows? Do you take Rafael to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do you part?”
“I do,” she says.
The priest pronounces us husband and wife, and as I kiss Amelia, applause erupts around us, a cacophony of joy and celebration for the journey we’ve undertaken and the life we’re embarking on together.
It’s a moment of unbridled happiness, a culmination of battles fought and won, not with weapons, but with love and unwavering loyalty to each other.
* * *
The reception is in full swing, an air of jubilation infusing every corner of the grand hall.
The music, lively and inviting, sets the perfect backdrop for celebration, but it’s the first dance that truly marks the beginning of our new journey.
Amelia and I find ourselves in the center of the dance floor, lost in each other’s eyes, the world around us fading away.
As the song weaves its melody, Amelia leans in close, her voice a soft whisper against the shell of my ear. “Got some news,” she says.
“What is it?”
“I’m pregnant,” she reveals, the words vibrating with the promise of our shared future. Joy, pure and unadulterated, swells within me, a tidal wave of emotions that solidifies everything we’ve endured to reach this moment.
I wrap my arms around her and lift her into the air before kissing her. “So you’re happy about it?” she asks.
I give her a shrug. “Gets my parents off my back at least.”
After our dance, we make our way through the crowd, the well-wishes and congratulations a warm embrace from our friends and family.
It’s amidst this sea of happiness that we find Mia and their mother, their faces alight with joy, a reflection of the happiness that radiates from Amelia and me.
“Mia, Mom,” Amelia says, her voice brimming with happiness, “we have wonderful news. We’re having a baby.”
The reaction is immediate—a burst of joyful congratulation that fills the space around us with an even greater warmth.
“Rafael, I can’t tell you how happy I am,” Mia says, her eyes sparkling with tears of joy. “You’ve made my sister happy, and now, a baby! That’s so cool. If you want, I could help with the birth.”
“You’re not a doctor yet,” Amelia says with a laugh.
My parents appear next to them. “Did I hear the word baby?” Mom asks.
Their faces light up with smiles as I nod. “Mom, Dad,” I start, my voice steady but filled with emotion, “Amelia and I have something we want to share with you.”
