Chapter three

Angel could hear her heart beating in her ears. Today, she is going to marry a man she doesn't know. Why did she agree? Maybe for a better life or that's what she said to herself but her subconscious knew that it was because she can't say no to anyone and even though she was not interested in this wedding, she has decided to give her best for this marriage. The only thing she knows is his name and profession but nothing about his personal life.

She is just sixteen and she wonders if she can take on the responsibilities of a good wife. She doesn't even want to think about what would happen once she has children. How will she manage taking care of herself and them? What if something happens to him? Will she become a version of her mom too?

But what is the use of thinking all these things now? It is of no use, especially when she is in her wedding gown with a bouquet in her hand and a veil on her face.

"It's time Ma'am," William said politely, making Angel breath heavily and get ready for the wedding. Sticking her hand inside his, they both started walking down the aisle. Literally no one was present for the wedding, only the priest, the assistant, the bride and the groom.

Angel felt like she would trip and fall any moment because of her groom's intense stare. Gulping down, she tried her best to walk as normally as she can in the long dress. Finally as they both reached the stage, William places her hand in Luke's.

They both stand on the small dias as Angel zoned out in her own world, worrying about different things. However, some familiar words pulled her out of that world as the priest said, "Do you, Ms. Angel Grey take Mr. Luke Knight to be your lawful husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish till death do you apart?"

Angel took a deep breath. There was no going back now. Nodding slightly, she replied in a firm voice, "I do."

The priest turned to Luke and asked, "Do you, Mr Luke Knight take Ms. Angel Grey to be your lawful bride, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for wicher, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and cherish till death do you apart?"

Luke didn't take a second to answer as he was waiting for this moment since sixteen years, "I do."

The priest went on, "I thereby declare you both man and wife. You may kiss your bride."

Angel's eyes widened. How did she forget about this wedding ritual? Luke swiftly opened her veil and pulled her closer through her waist, making her gasp as he used that chance to kiss her deeply, taking his time playing with her tongue, exploring her entire mouth, using her hair to keep her face in place. He went on for one minute, even though she didn't know how to respond to a kiss and was standing stiffly.

There was sound of clearing of the throat. Angel came out her shock and pushed him lightly, wiping her mouth, which he didn't like at all but decided to stay quiet for a while. Luke turned to the priest and asked irritatingly, "Do you have any problem with us kissing?"

The priest seemed terrified as he shook his head and mumbled, "I just want my mother to be safe."

Angel's mouth hung open as Luke and William narrowed their eyes. She asked the priest, "What does your mother have to do with Mr. Knight?"

Luke, however, made her face turn to him and lightly pinched her chin, saying, "It's his issue. Let's not worry about him. We married just now. Let's go home and freshen up. You must be tired. Also, don't call me Mr. Knight Mrs. Knight," saying so, he bopped her nose, making her giggle and forget about the priest's words because indeed, she was tired.

William led priest to a car while Luke and Angel sat in a separate car, ready to go home...

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