22 Times [Liam Payne]

Epilogue

"Today is the day." I whispered, staring at myself in the mirror. I felt Eleanor zip up the back of my dress with ease. I heard her giggle and she turned me around, taking my face on her hands. She observed me and winked.

"I don't want you crying because you'll ruin your makeup." She said and held my hands to check if my nails were still perfect. When she was done she took her phone out and without warning she snatched a picture of me.

"I'll try not to cry. I can't believe it's today." 

"Well, believe it, darling. This is another step in your life." Mia flips her hair, and sits down to take selfies by herself. Eleanor helped her with the makeup and Alexander did her hair, I think Mia thought she was the one getting married. 

"I know what you're feeling right now. I had the same emotion when I was about to marry your father." Mum says behind me, giving me a hug. 

"Someone pinch me, this must be a dream" I shut my eyes when Eleanor pinched my shoulder and I whined. Mia laughed.

It's not a dream.

"Francis we have to get going. This starts in five minutes. See you in there." Mum pressed her lips on my cheek before leaving with the girls.

I stayed in the dressing room for a bit to stare at myself once again in the mirror. I couldn't recognise that lady. She looked so different, strong, big and beautiful. I placed my hand on the mirror and smiled.

Lou Teasdale, the boys' hair dresser, did my hair. My hair was extra curly with little flowers on it. My dress was white and lace. Mum and I jumped into websites and websites until we found the right one. It was simple and it didn't cost too much.

My stomach had butterflies, but that was normal. I was secure and ready for this day, I will be Mrs. Payne in a few a minutes. I'm gonna be Liam's wife. His wife! I love to say it.

I grabbed the flowers and pulled it to my chest. Then I opened the door to leave and accidentally hit someone with it. I heard him groan and I quickly mumbled a sorry as I closed the door behind me. 

Niall was rubbing his head and when he stopped, he opened his eyes to look at me. His mouth opened and his eyes widened. He stood there, looking at me and all I did was blush, I enjoyed that he was drooling for me. That meant Liam might see me nice too.

"You look," He swallowed, "beautiful." 

"Thanks! You look handsome." I tugged his red tie and he chuckled, "What are you doing here? I thought everyone had to be in the Church right now waiting for me." 

"Yeah they are. I only came to see you before I leave." His blue eyes were brighter, almost clear. He literally had no flaws, it was a bummer he was single.

"Leaving to where?"

He stepped closer to me, when I'm about to take a step back he grabbed my arms to steady me and he searched for my eyes.

"Listen to me Francine," He demanded dead serious, his voice low and clear, "I wish you the best in life; you're a stunning girl with a sick personality. I'll always be here with you in bad and good times. You know it hurts me seeing you like this; dressed up as a princess. That kind of princess I've been looking for. I love you and I can't resist seeing you marry my best mate. Please understand me when I say that I won't attend in the wedding." 

I stared at him, searching for the words to answer him. I didn't see anything but hurt in his eyes and it broke my heart. 

"Don't do this to me, don't do this to Liam. You're the best man, you're already dressed up, and the wedding is about to start and... Liam really wants you there. You're his brother and it will hurt him if you don't be there with us. I want you to be there." I started getting anxious.