The Royal Contract

Today was no different as she saw people she had not seen for a long time. Friends she had almost forgotten, families that had lost words with, and misunderstandings that needed mending.

“Thank you for coming to my wedding. I honestly was not sure if you would grant my request to attend.” The bride uttered in great humility and enthusiasm.

Honestly, she was unsure if her old friend would even consider being part of this grand celebration. But she could not blame her after all she had done against her and her family.

She should consider herself very fortunate that Dani, Alex, Laura, and most of their old friends came to share this momentous event in her life. Her union with the most unlikely man she never thought would take her as his wife.

“Cassie and I are truly honored with your presence.” The groom also echoed his new wife’s excitement to see them.

He knew how much the presence of the people she considered family meant to her. She regretted her past deeds, remorse for all her wrongdoings, and now she had asked for forgiveness.

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Thankfully, the presence of the Hamilton family symbolized their pardon and readiness to forget the past and move forward. That was all he wanted for his wife so they could finally build a family without the past hunting them to the future.

“We are honored to witness your union, Jacob and Cassie.” Dani genuinely expressed her gladness to be part of her friend’s special day. No one should be alone on a day like this, not even this woman.

Yes, she had been a thorn in her side for years. But she had proven that she had changed. It was time to bury those heartaches, with her past that had almost destroyed her.

Jacob also did not deserve to suffer because of what his brother did. A sin of another should not be the burden of another. He did not force his brother to do those bad things. On the other hand, he tried to make him change his ways.

“I am happy to be here, my child.” Lara also held Cassie’s hands in hers, squeezing them gently, telling her without words that they had let go of the past and were ready to move on to the future. With that, Lara sealed her blessings with a kiss on her cheeks.

“You have no idea what this means to me,” Cassie whispered to the woman that she had considered a mother growing up.

She could only be thankful that they had given her a chance to make up for her sins. Until now, she regretted ever betraying their trust. She wished she could also ask for forgiveness from Ethan, but it was way too late.

“Hey! Bride and Groom!” Someone shouted behind them. It was some of their old friends who also wanted some attention from the main celebrants. “It is time for the first dance.” The organizer also came to them, informing them of the program.

Soon, the newlywed couple was moving into the middle of the room, along with the beautiful music they had chosen for the occasion, symbolizing their union.

“Are you happy?” Jacob whispered into her ears as he twirled his wife to the music before pulling her back into his arms.

He knew that their relationship had started unconventionally. Who would have thought that he would fall for his brother’s ex-girlfriend? Not him, and not in a million years. But here he was, madly in love with this woman in his arms.

At the same time, he had no doubt that she had genuinely fallen in love with him. He would know after all the sacrifices she made for him. She could have taken his inheritance when he handed it to her on a silver plate.

But instead, she only safeguarded his interest and returned it to him much better than when it was handed to him. He would never doubt that she was the woman for him. And he had every intention to make her the happiest woman alive.

“Yes, very much.” Cassie could only hug him tightly as they swayed beautifully to the music. Two bodies moved as one. He might not be the best dancer in the land, but he made a lot of effort to learn this step for her.

Despite his devotion to his profession and busy schedule, her husband had always made time for her. Cassie could not ask for a more loving and devoted husband than Jacob, making her one of the luckiest women to live and love.

Soon, the entire floor had several other couples joining them in the dance number. The guests had laughter and smiles on their faces, while the newlywed could not think of a more glorious way to celebrate their union but among friends and loved ones.

“You look beautiful and adorable, my darling wife.” Another couple on the dance floor joined the newly married couple. But they moved at a slower pace compared to everyone else.

“Maybe you mean fat,” Dani responded with a laugh. She could not even see her foot with the big belly blocking her sight as they moved along the dance floor.

“I mean the future mother of my children. The most alluring woman I ever met and luckily accepted me to be her husband.” Alex countered, taking her lips in a short but sweet passionate kiss to make his point.

“And a man with a sweet tongue. No wonder I have fallen deeply and madly in love with you.” Dani allowed her husband to lead her along with the music until her feet could not take it anymore.

Then, they were back on the side, sitting on the sideline. They let the stars of the show claim the center stage. They enjoyed the moment as spectators this time, enjoying their friends, old and new, showing everyone what love was all about.

It was the union of two people willing to subject themselves to unconditional love.