Stars on Broadway - Morgan Wallen

Chapter 97 - The Vows

As Georgie took those final steps toward Morgan, the soft hum of the guitar playing in the background slowly faded, and all she could hear was the sound of her own heart, beating in rhythm with his. Ben gave her a reassuring squeeze before gently placing her hand in Morgan's.

Morgan's eyes shone with warmth and emotion as he took Georgie's hand, and for a moment, it felt like it was just the two of them. Everything else—the guests, the mountains, the beautiful archway—disappeared. All that mattered was the promise they were about to make to each other.

The celebrant, an old friend of Morgan's who had a natural gift for humor, stepped forward with a wide grin on his face. He cleared his throat dramatically, causing a few chuckles from the guests before he began.

"Ladies and gentlemen, family, and friends, we are gathered here today to witness and celebrate the union of Georgie and Morgan—two people who, despite all odds, found each other and decided to give love a shot. And, well, as you can see... they didn't do too bad for themselves," he teased, winking at the couple, causing the crowd to laugh softly.

He continued, "Now, I've known Morgan for quite a while, and I can tell you that I've never seen him as happy as he is when he's with Georgie. And Georgie, well, you've got to be some kind of saint to put up with this cowboy," he said, pointing a thumb at Morgan, who grinned sheepishly.

Georgie laughed, squeezing Morgan's hand as they exchanged knowing looks.

"But in all seriousness," the celebrant said, his tone softening, "we're here today not just to celebrate the love these two have for each other, but to recognize the journey that brought them here. Their story is one of resilience, of trust, and of finding your way back to the one you love, even when life throws you a few curveballs. It's clear to everyone who knows them that Georgie and Morgan are better together, and today, they're making that official."

The crowd quieted, the laughter fading into a gentle silence as the celebrant continued. "Georgie and Morgan have decided to write their own vows, so I'm going to hand it over to them now. Morgan, if you'd like to go first."

Morgan took a deep breath, turning to face Georgie fully, his hands still holding hers. For a moment, he just looked at her, his heart full of all the words he was about to say.

"Georgie," he began, his voice soft but steady, "from the moment I first saw you, I knew there was something special about you. I didn't know then just how much you'd change my life, but I knew you were someone I couldn't forget. And, well, you didn't make it easy on me, did you?" he teased, earning a laugh from the crowd and a playful eye roll from Georgie.

"But the truth is," Morgan continued, his voice becoming more serious, "you made me want to be a better man. You've been my best friend, my partner, and my biggest support. And through every up and down, every laugh, every fight, and every song we've shared, you've been the person I turn to—the person who makes me feel like I'm home, no matter where we are."

He paused, swallowing the lump in his throat as he searched her eyes. "I promise to love you the way you deserve to be loved—to stand by your side through every high and every low, to always make you laugh when you need it most, and to never take for granted the gift that it is to be loved by you. You're my heart, Georgie, and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you."

Georgie's eyes shimmered with unshed tears as she smiled softly at him. The crowd was silent, every word hanging in the air with a weight of sincerity and love.

The celebrant nodded, clearly moved. "Georgie, your turn."

Georgie took a breath, steadying herself as she began. "Morgan," she said, her voice trembling slightly before she found her rhythm, "I always thought I knew what love was. But when I met you, I realized that love isn't just about the highs and the happy moments. It's about showing up for each other, even when things get hard. It's about finding someone who sees you at your worst and still chooses you, every single day."

She smiled, thinking back to all the times they had fought their way back to each other. "You've been my anchor when I've felt lost, my biggest cheerleader when I needed someone to believe in me, and the reason I believe in us. We've been through so much, and yet, through all of it, you've always been the person I want to come home to."

Her voice softened as she looked up at him. "I promise to love you with my whole heart, to stand by your side through whatever life throws our way, and to never lose sight of what we've built together. I promise to laugh with you, cry with you, and create a life with you that's full of music, love, and a little bit of chaos—because that's just who we are."

Georgie's voice wavered slightly as she finished, her eyes glistening with tears. "You're my home, Morgan. And today, I'm so proud to say that I get to be yours forever."

The guests were silent for a moment, before a soft, collective sigh echoed through the crowd. It was as if the entire audience was holding their breath, caught up in the love between the couple standing at the altar.

The celebrant cleared his throat, a smile tugging at his lips. "Well, I don't think I need to say much after that," he joked, causing a ripple of laughter from the guests. "But in all seriousness, it's clear that what Georgie and Morgan have is something special—something real. So, without further ado, it is my absolute honor to pronounce you husband and wife. Morgan, you may kiss your bride."

Morgan didn't hesitate. He leaned in, pulling Georgie close as their lips met in a soft, sweet kiss. The crowd erupted into cheers and applause, the sound of happiness filling the air as they finally sealed their vows with that long-awaited kiss.

As they pulled apart, Morgan rested his forehead against Georgie's, their hands still intertwined. They grinned at each other, the love between them palpable, as the celebrant's voice rang out once more, this time louder.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, for the very first time, Mr. and Mrs. Wallen!"

The cheers grew louder, and Morgan and Georgie turned to face their guests, their smiles wide and full of joy as they took their first steps together as husband and wife, walking back down the aisle toward the life they had dreamed of, hand in hand.