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Episode 43

Taking a deep breath, I nervously clasp my fingers together, wiggling my thumbs. A hand stops the movement of my leg which was constantly moving up and down in anxiousness. 2

“Relax, Alex.” Laila chuckles patting my knee, her eyes twinkling with excitement and a happy glee.

Several soft giggles behind me follow her chuckles. Tearing my eyes from her eyes, I look up at the wall length mirror infront of me. The hairstylist along with my makeup artist, standing behind my chair, give me wide smiles, their eyes roaming my figure in proud and excitement, admiring their work that they have done on me. 3

Finally gaining some courage, I lower my gaze and look at myself. I suck in a deep breath.

Wow. I look…. Beautiful. 11

My red dress clung to my upper body and flow down from my waist. My head starts spinning when the reality of today comes crashing down on me. It’s finally the long awaited day where I am going to become the bride of the Vampire King. Be the Queen of the vampires’ kingdom. A shiver runs down my spine and I shiver but for a good reason. I study myself in the mirror. 9

The King’s bride has to wear red wedding dress instead of white. Weird? I know but one look at this dress and I’m ready to wear this dress in every wedding of mine. But I know this will be my first and last wedding. What the hell I am talking about exactly? Shaking my head at my ridiculous thoughts, I touch the lacy cloth of the dress.

Black smokey eyeshadow with red shiny glitters at the end supporting my dress with dark red lipstick applied on my lips. By now you can say that I have a thing for red lipstick. My dark hair pins up in a side bun with loose strands framing my face, a slight red blush is applied on my cheeks. It seems like I am about to walk the red carpet and in truth I am. I feel beautiful and special like a Queen which I am going to be exactly. The layers of the dress are so big and heavy that I am sure I am going to fall and embarrass myself with a concussion.(dress above) 41

Think positive, Alexandra. Think positive, I scold myself.

Subconsciously, my right hand’s fingers circle the ring that has been set proudly shining on my ring finger of left hand. It has become a habit whenever I feel nervous or like I am in trouble, my fingers find the warmth of the ring, it makes me feel like Xander is here with me. 9

Xander….

My heartbeat quickens and my heart flutters at his thoughts. I still remember that day clearly when he had proposed me. It has been almost three weeks when that night had happened but it seems like yesterday. No matter how much I tried to convince him that we can’t marry in three weeks we need to do preparation. But what’s said by him has to be done right there and then so here I am now. In a wedding dress and about to walk down the aisle. 18

I am nervous and I know I am about to pass out but I won’t exchange these days for anything. I smile slightly when I recall Xander and his paranoid self.

“Nicholson!” I hear him growl from the living room, peeking my head from the kitchen I look at his angry form and tense back that is facing me. Nicholson standing infront of him, looking like he wants to bolt as he keeps glancing at the door.

“Yes-s, Boss.” The poor man tries to keep himself from stuttering and I wonder what makes Xander’s boxers in the twist now. 13

“What did I tell you about the flowers?” Xander asks him in low voice and I sigh audibly knowing he will hear me. He looks over his shoulder sharply, giving me his black eyes glaring , daring me. Putting my hands up in surrender, I shrug my shoulders to tell him I am not saying anything. 2

Giving me one last glare he turns back to Nicholson. I shake my head at him, he is like this since he has decided the day we will get married. Getting annoyed, frustrated and ready to pounce anytime if something goes wrong. 10

“So…..”

“Uh. You said you want them to get delivered today.” He says with hesitation.

“And where are they? Why I can’t see them?” He asks again in a voice that resemble a parent asking his child why he hasn’t done his homework. 11

” The company had called telling that they need one more day to get them deliver. Because they are running low-” Nicholson’s voice cuts off as Xander roars.

“I don’t care about their company and their running low on whatever they are!! I wanted those flowers today but they aren’t!” Nicholson’s shakes in his Boss’s wrath, jumping back slightly. 19

“Xander…” I make my way toward him, whispering his name slowly. Reaching him, I wrap my arms around his back, he stiffens but relaxes immediately. 4

Looking over his shoulder I peer at the poor soul that is shaking under Xander’s shoulder, his eyes flicker down at me and I smile gently and assuringly making him relax a bit.

“Nicholson, you can go now and please make sure, those damn flowers get delivered tomorrow.” I joke. He nods quickly before briskly walking away or bolting away. A growl vibrates the body that I have been holding before Xander turns around looking at me with annoyance.

” What?” I ask with innocence, blinking my eyes at him. His lips twitch slightly before he maintains his stern expression again.

“You aren’t supposed to do that every time, Lexi!” He growls playfully, snaking his arms around my waist pulling me against his chest.

“Do what?” I try to act clueless about what he is talking about but in truth, I know what he means.

“You are taking advantage of being the Queen! You know they listen to you so you always make them leave to save them from me! What if those flowers won’t arrive tomorrow? What will we do then?!” He furrows down at me while I roll my eyes standing on my toes planting a kiss on his cheeks. 3

“Our marriage is not tomorrow. It is three days later. And we have enough time because I know the speed these damn vampires work at!”

“But-” I cut him off.

“But you love me!” I grin cheekily,saying in a child-like voice. A chuckle escapes his lips as he shakes his head at me with love and amusement clear in his eyes.

“My bad.” He sighs before leaning down kissing my forehead as his eyes turn back to their beautiful color.

“Umm.. Alex.” A quiet hesitant voice brings me out of my daydreaming, I blink to clear the haze of my mind before focusing back on Laila who is my bridesmaid in a black silk dress that has a slit thigh down showing off her skin. 8

She is a very beautiful girl indeed with her soft features and petite body. Her makeup is light as compared to mine, consisting of light black eyeshadow and nude lipstick. I just sometimes feel sorry that she has to be here instead of out in the world. She has completed her high school from online classes. 28

“Are you sure?” She asks in a low voice, looking down at her hands that are laying on her laps. I notice that the hairstylist and the makeup artist are long gone by now. I look at her in confusion.

“Sure about?”

“About… you know.. uh… turning into a vampire?” She whispers with worry in her eyes, afraid of being heard by those freaky amazing vampires.

I gulp down nervously at her question. I don’t know what to feel about my decision that I have taken. But I am nervous about whole dying then waking up procedure. Is it very painful? Matt told me it is. Will I be able to survive? What if i-

Someone knocks softly on the door before it opens. Jenny peeks her head inside, eyes widening in shock.

“Oh my…” She trails off, gasping looking at me up and down as I stand up adjusting my dress so it doesn’t come in the way and blushing furiously looking down shyly.

Now it’s my turn to gasp in surprise as a body hits against mine, arms circling around me carefully. Laila groans at her mother looking bewildered.

“Mom…” She groans as her mother starts sobbing on my shoulder. Tears sting my eyes also.

I miss my mother and father so much right now. I wanted to see their happy faces on seeing their daughter getting married. I close my eyes as a single tear escapes my eye. 17

No matter what type of relationship they share, every parent wants to see their children happy and starting a new chapter of their life. Even everybody wants to see the happy and proud faces of their parents when they are getting married. I bit my lip softly as my chest vibrates and a soft sob escapes my lips. 9

“Ma! You are making her cry! King will kill us! Ma! Her makeup is ruining!” Laila frantic voice is like a background voice. 7

“Oh my..” Jennifer pulls away with tears following down her cheeks but eyes wide with love. 1

“I am so proud of you, Alex dear. I am so happy and so proud.” At these words, another sob leaves my lips. My heart constricting painfully and love both. Love for this woman who has taken care of me like a mother and the girl, standing behind us who is there for me like a sister. I can never be thankful enough to God for sending them.

“Ah. Don’t ruin your makeup now. Xander is losing his mind out there and if he finds out you are crying, God help those poor souls who are with him.” We giggle with teary eyes and sloppy smiles. Looking over to Laila, I pull her towards me throwing my arms around her also. 6

“Thankyou for everything. For being here.” I whisper with a gentle smile which they return. Their presence dulls the feeling of being without relatives.

“Oh come on! This is going out of hands.” Laila exclaims with exasperation, taking out a tissue from her silver clutch, dapping it lightly on my face to remove the tears.

One more time, a knock is heard but instead of soft like Jennifer’s, it was loud and urgent.

“Come in.” Jennifer says when nobody had entered. And when the person enters, I grin wildly as I see that person furrowing and looking nervous.

°°

“Hey Harrison!” I yelled running down the stairs. Harrison who was about to step out of the house retracts back inside and looks at me with a raised eyebrow. I grin at him, pulling the sleeves of my white top.

” I want to ask something. Like a favor.” He nods at me, hesitancy clear in his eyes. 1

I just hope he won’t say ‘no’ after hearing what I am about to ask him.

“Uh-I know it is completely crazy to ask someone this. But I want to give it a shot because I really want to ask this and-” He sighs heavily, cutting my rambling off.

“Just ask, Alex.” I lick my dry lips, rubbing my sweaty palms on my jean clad thighs.

“Willyougivemeaway?” I say in one breath. He looks at me in confusion. 58

“I know we are able to hear every single movement or voices. But we don’t have the ability to hear that fast talking.” He chuckles, his confusion changing into amusement. 6

“Now repeat it again. Slowly.” Taking a deep breath, I look at him straight in the eyes.

I really don’t know why I am asking this to him but in reality, I don’t have anyone else to ask this question who fit in this role except him.

“Will you give me away? In my wedding? To Xander?” I ask, waiting in anticipation. His face becomes blank immediately and that gets me worried as he studies me with an emotionless face.

I was upset. So sad because I don’t have Dad or brother to give me away not even any relatives. I don’t want to walk alone down the aisle and when I told Xander about this he said I should ask anyone I want to. Anyone who I think is worthy enough to give me away. And the first person that came in my mind is him, Harrison but now I think I shouldn’t have done that. 6

” I’m sorry. I know this is too much to ask from anyone-it’s absolutely-” I say hurriedly but stop when Harrison suddenly wraps his arms around me, lifting me slightly off my feet and hugs me tightly. I smile widely with happiness but scrunch my face immediately when it becomes hard to breathe. I pat his back slightly.

“Ah. Thank you, Harrison.” I breath out when it becomes hard to breathe.

“No. Thank you..” He whispers, his voice thick with emotions and tightens his hold even more. My eyes bulge out of my eyes with the force.

“Shit.” I choke before his body gets ripped off me.

“Are you trying to choke my bride when we are just about to get marry, you idiot!?” Xander growls in Harrison’s face while I take large gulp of air. 56

Sometimes I forget how strong they are. 1

Not to self; Don’t make them too emotional. 40

I watch as Harrison looks at me before his eyes widen with regret and worry, his face turning red.

“I’m so sorry, Alexandra. Are you alright?” He rushes out, taking a step toward me. I nod my head, opening my mouth to answer when Xander beats me to it.

” Yes, she is. But she wouldn’t be if I hadn’t reached in time. Why is everyone, trying to ruin my damn wedding!” He throws his hands in the air in exasperation looking bewildered. I roll my eyes at him, giggling whereas Harrison laughs loudly before covering it up with a cough when Xander shot him a murderous glare.

°°

Shaking my head at the memory, I beckon Harrison to come forward. Stumbling, he reaches my side looking at me with a gentle smile.

“You look so beautiful, My Queen.” He winks at me leaning down planting a kiss on my cheek. 2

” Thank you. You look dashing.” I murmur looking up at him with a small smile. But it’s the truth, he looks like handsome in a black tuxedo with black silk shirt inside. He smirks at my compliment, smugly. 12

I’m so happy he agrees to be the one who is going to give me away. I can never be thankful enough for these people in my life. I feel so lucky by standing with them. Family is not about blood every time. Family are those who stay and encourage you in every step. Who smiles when you smile. Who is happy when you are happy. Who is sad when you are sad. We can find family in the face of friends. I’m so thankful for my family. This family.

“King is losing his sanity out there so I prefer we hurry up before he knock down the door and walks you down by himself. Because believe me, he is thinking just doing this and Matt is having hard time holding him.” 49

Laughter erupts in the room as we hear Harrison’s words. I can’t wait to see my Xander.

Straightening his shoulders, Harrison gives me his arm which I take happily before taking a deep breath in.

“Just remember, Alex. Deep breath in. Deep breath out.” I nod at Laila’s words, following her instructions. Harrison hands me my bouquet of flowers which consists of black and red roses. What’s with these vampires and their love for black and red color? I muse mentally. 56

Planting one last kiss on my forehead, Jennifer pushes us out of the room after pulling back the red veil over my face. We follow Laila out of the room and down the stairs.

“I’m going to fall, Harrison.” I whisper-shriek, walking down the stairs. 3

Our wedding is being held in the back garden which is decorated by Jennifer and her only. She denied anyone interfering in her work and we let her do whatever she wanted because we trust her.

Hearing my shriek, Laila looks over her shoulder giving me a look which yells ‘ Get a grip!’ . How can I get a grip when this dress is dragging me toward the ground? And don’t get me started on these black heels. 1

Damn Xander and his choice for my dress!

“Don’t panic. I got you.” Harrison chuckles, tightening his hold on my arm which results in him supporting all my weight. 2

Carefully and slowly, I step down the stairs and stop behind Laila at the closed doors that lead out to my future.

Music starts on the other side of the doors, my heart starts beating frantically. 1

“Calm down before you die of the heart attack.” Harrison whispers in my ear, dryly. Slapping his arm lightly , I focus on my breathing as the doors of the back garden open and Laila steps ahead. 5

“Deep breaths.” Harrison murmurs under his breath before pulling me forward. Yes, he pulls me because I was not moving. 19

The night is chilly as I walk out casting my eyes downward, I follow the path of the red roses. The eerie silence envelops me, all the people still as I walk out. You can hear the sound of the pin hitting the ground if I drop it. Several gasps resonate in the surrounding as I look up. I shiver as the cold breeze pushes past me and I try not to make eye contact with anyone, keeping my chin up. 3

Xander words that he had said to me a few days back, repeat in my ears.

“Remember, love. There will be vampires everywhere. Don’t be afraid, you are their Queen, they are bound to respect you. Keep your head up, shoulders straight and walk confidently down the aisle to me. You don’t have to worry about anything.”

Taking a deep breath in, I straighten my back following the flowers covered red carpet that lead to him.

Don’t think about the vampires surrounding you. I chant in my head. 14

The garden is surrounded by lights hanging from the trees and ropes that are connected from one tree to another. Flowers scatter everywhere and even set on the small plants. There are black chairs that are occupied by the vampires. I wonder if there is any human here.

Then, at last, my eyes connect with his through my veil and it feels like we walk in our own bubble, everything around us disappearing into a blur. His eyes changing from black to gray as he tries to control his emotions.

He gazes at me, intensely, his face blank and serious but his eyes.His eyes scream louder than anything. Many emotions swirl in them at once and I wonder if mine looks the same.

Admiration. Adoration. Proud Happiness But what pours out most from those beautiful eyes, is love. His love for me that scream louder than anything in this world. His eyes tell me everything that I need to hear and I smile at him, lovingly, wishing that he sees same love I have for him through my eyes. 10

My heart flutters in my chest like a caged bird, flapping its wings rapidly.

In the daze, I didn’t notice that we have already walked near him. He is standing on the stage that is set at the center of the garden, the vampires surrounding it.

Walking up the few stairs of the stage with the help of Harrison and Laila , I stand in front of me, our eyes never breaking contact and my smile still in place. 7

Slowly like a glow in the dark,he smiles and I melt. His gorgeous face lit up with that sweet smile and I swear I hear some women sworn in the crowd. 29

As we take in each other appearances, I admire the black tux that fits him, showing off his muscles deliciously. Unlike Harrison, he is wearing a red silk shirt with a black bow that contrast my dress perfectly. 6

Lifting his arms up, he gently flips off the veil and roams his eyes on my face like he is trying to remember every inch of the skin.

“Holy Shit!” Someone exclaims, breathing out. 62

My eyes snap toward the voice to find Matt, standing beside us. I hadn’t even noticed him before, Xander’s best-man for tonight,I laugh mentally at the absurdity of this idea because apparently, Xander didn’t have anyone for bestman so Matt volunteered. His eyes were wide as he looks at me in surprise . I look at him in confusion as he leans down in my ear.

“Damn, Alexandra. You look so beautiful. Please run away with me.” He whispers as he doesn’t want anyone to eavesdrop but knowing the fact that we are standing among vampires, it is useless. 111

Laughter bubbles out of my lips when I notice the stormy expression on Xander’s face. 1

The pin-drop silence that was enveloping us suddenly fills with laughs which immediately turn into coughs as everyone sense Xander’s mood. 18

Turning his face toward Matt, Xander glares at him before he slams his palm on his chest with such a force that he flies off the stage and drops on the ground with a thud, I gasp in horror.

“Xander!Relax!” I whisper-yell at him with an incredulous look pins on my face. Grunting in response, Xander takes my bouquet and hands it over to Laila, wrapping his arms around me, he pulls me against him.

“You are so beautiful, love.” I blush, looking down as he plants a feather-like kiss on my forehead.

“Head up, my Queen.” He murmurs, turning us to face the crowd. I look over everyone standing there, their unwavering eyes set on me. Some stares at me with admiration while some, with blank expression. My knees start to wobble but Xander keeps his firm hold on me. His hold is enough for me, more than enough actually. 1

I stand beside him with my chin up, looking at our future, our fate, knowing nothing about what will happen next.


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