Old Rain. [h.s.]

Chapter 43.

I look at myself in the mirror, staring at my reflection.

This day is the happiest day of my life, and the best part is, Harry will be mine for the rest of my life; we will care for each other, love each other, have a family and grow old together. We will have a future.

I gaze at the sight in front of me, the most beautiful I have (and will ever) be. Everything fits perfectly and so far things are turning out as planned. The venue me and Harry have chosen is Warwick House, which is halfway between London and Holmes Chapel, making it easier for our families to travel to. The venue is absolutely perfect! The actual ceremony is happening outside, there is a long red carpet leading up to a small white gazebo, passing white elegant chairs wrapped in white silk and ribbons which are placed equally on both sides of the carpet. The entire venue can hold up to 200 guests, but me and Harry have chosen to invite family, close friends and any famous friends we had made along the way. I have chosen to invite Josh, George, Christina, Cath, Liz and Jack. Whilst Harry invited Ed, Nick, James Corden, Laura his vocal coach and a few other of his friends from work and a couple from school. The indoor venue is incredible, it has a long table for me, Harry, our families and best men/maid of honour; it also has a large amount of round tables wrapped in white silk tablecloths, with perfect cutlery and a single orchard in the center of the table. The indoor venue has large floor length and pained glass windows - that beautifully convey the sunset. It looks truly mesmerising!

I look up to myself and once again and couldn't believe what I saw in front of me. I'm about to dedicate my entire life to another person - I don't feel nervous, and not once have I had a doubt in my mind about this, because I know that this was meant to happen all along. That I was meant to meet Harry and fall in love with him.

My eyes fall down to my dress as the lengthy train trails behind me, it is an ivory colour with a backless back that is tied together nicely around my waist with a bow; The straps fall elegantly over my shoulders and it has a v-neck collar to finish off the design. I notice aspects of ivory coloured lace incorporated into the design, as my eyes continue to mindlessly wander over my appearance - checking to see if everything is perfect. I am currently in the brides chamber as I wait for our guests to be seated and everything to be set up and ready for my entrance, I watch as my guests make their way to their allocated seats, patiently waiting for the ceremony to begin. Nerves began to override my senses as I watched the large amount of my friends and family not realising I was observing them, dressed elegantly as they strolled to their allocated seat. I chuckle to myself as I watch my mum talk to Anne, both of them are smiling widely, excited that their two youngest children are getting married.

My attention averts to the lads who have just walked towards the alter, my nerves getting more intense as I observe them, smiling politely and mingling occasionally with other guests; Dani and Liam had split up a few months ago unfortunately but still remain amazing friends, Niall and Hayles have been going strong, Zayn and Perrie are engaged, and Louis and El are as happy as ever. Everything is going amazingly for everyone, we're all growing up... even Louis!

Watching them all makes me realise how far we've all come. Knowing that today, right now, is mine and Harry's wedding day is nerve-racking but absolutely incredible, I'm without doubt the luckiest girl in the world and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life making Harry as happy as he makes me. I take a deep breath in and walk to the window. As I gaze out, everyone is now seated and in place; the priest positioned behind the alter, the lads stood on the right of the alter and mine and Harry's families sat on the front row with the best view. As I continue watching the perfect ceremony, I catch a glimpse of the back of Harry's head although I quickly avert my gaze, not wanting to spoil the surprise. I turn to look in the mirror one last time knowing the moment would arrive soon, my make-up is done naturally - I have on a beige shimmer eyeshadow with simple cat liner, I have light foundation which compliments my skin and a matching powder making me look pore-less, to finish it all off I have my 24-hour red lipstick so I won't have to reapply it during the day. Thanks to Lou, she did an amazing job, I'd be lost without her.