The morning of the wedding was crisp and bright, the kind of day that made the air feel fresh and full of possibilities. Nia stood in front of her full-length mirror, her reflection staring back at her in disbelief. Today was the day. The day she had dreamt about, but never fully believed would come true. She was marrying Marcus and Liam-the two men who had become her world, her partners in every sense of the word.
She was no longer just the girl from the past, carrying the weight of old wounds. She had found her strength, her place in this new family. And today, they were going to celebrate that. Today, they were going to start a new chapter together.
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The house was buzzing with activity. Amara, dressed in her tiny white dress, giggled as Zion ran around the living room, pretending to be a superhero. Her wedding dress hung in the room, beautiful and simple, with delicate lace and a flowy train. It was perfect, just like everything else about this day.
Nia turned to her bridesmaids-Lisa was there, her friend who had become like a sister to her, standing beside her, giving her encouraging smiles. Jasmine and Raquel had also joined her to help with the last-minute touches.
"Yuh ready, girl?" Lisa asked, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
Nia smiled nervously. "I guess I am, mi don't even know what to expect. Mi feel a mix of things."
Lisa laughed softly and squeezed her hand. "Mi understand. But just remember, today is fi yuh. Yuh deserve all di happiness. An' Marcus and Liam? They're lucky fi have you."
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Outside, the garden was set up for the ceremony. The sun was shining, and the chairs were neatly arranged in rows. A beautiful arch of white flowers stood at the front, and there was an energy of anticipation in the air. Guests had started to arrive, friends, family, and a few close acquaintances who had witnessed Nia's journey from the very beginning. There was no shortage of love in the air.
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Liam stood at the front, wearing a tailored white suit, his expression a mixture of pride and excitement. His hair was neatly styled, and his usual calm demeanor was tinged with something else-something softer. Marcus stood beside him in a similar white suit, his hand resting on Liam's shoulder, just as calm but clearly focused. Both of them looked incredible, but for Nia, it wasn't the appearance that mattered. It was the way they had stood by her through everything.
The music began to play softly, and Nia could feel her heart beat faster in her chest. She turned to Lisa, her breath shaky. "Mi not sure mi can do this, mi nervous."
Lisa smiled, her voice soothing. "Yuh already been doin' this, Nia. Yuh've been walkin' by their side fi so long. Dis just makes it official. Yuh've got this."
With a deep breath, Nia stepped forward, the sound of her heels clicking against the ground mixing with the soft hum of the music. The guests stood as she walked down the aisle, her hand resting on her father's arm, his proud eyes glimmering with emotion.
Nia's eyes met Liam's first, and he gave her a soft, reassuring smile. Then she turned to Marcus, whose smile was even wider, his gaze full of love and admiration. Her heart swelled in her chest. This moment, this life they were building together, was real.
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When she reached the front, her father gave her a soft kiss on her cheek before stepping aside, and Nia took her place between the two men.
The officiant began the ceremony, his voice gentle but steady. "We are gathered here today to witness the union of Nia, Marcus, and Liam. What makes this marriage special is not only the love between the three of them, but the strength, resilience, and commitment they have shown to each other. In love, there are no boundaries, no limits, only mutual respect and understanding."
