The Next Forever

Chapter Three

Is this really happening? Am I dreaming? I'm about to marry my best friend. My heart rate sounded as if you were banging on a big drum. This is real. It's happening... Now. What happens if he changes his mind? What would I do?

I can't process anything without him. He completes me. He's my entire world. The way Liam looked at me walking down the aisle, was different. The kind of different where you know something is about to change your life completely. It was special.

I could tell he was tearing up. I smiled at him and he gave me the 'I love you' look.

I suddenly slip in to a daydream. Everything is bright. I'm standing in a forest with Liam by my side. We're holding hands as he kisses me on the forehead.

This dream looks familiar. As if I've had it before. This isn't a normal dream. It's unique. I remember it. This dream actually happened.

It was late October. Liam and I had just met in August. It was our first date and he decided to go to a national park. We were talking about our future. Kids, marriage, living together. All that stuff. I remember you telling me how much you would be there for me and support me through anything and you've kept your promise. You told me that if we last, we would marry and live together forever.

My daydreaming was interrupted. Hillary and I stopped right before I stepped on the lace walkway. There were people taking photos along with my photographer. I'm staring directly at Liam as he his to me.

I see his eyes starting to pool. I smile and drop my head.

Hillary and I continue walking. As I get closer to Liam, my nerves start to tingle. I have so much adrenaline rushing through me.

As we walk up to the awning, I turn to hug Hillary. I see that Hillary is crying. I lift my hands up to wipe her tears. I give her the biggest smile and hug her tight.

I walk up the stairs to the awning. I immediately look Liam in the eyes. I've never seen him with this much happieness on his face. I start to blush. He grabs my both of my hands and looks me in the eyes.

"Dearly beloved, we are gathered here on this beautiful day to celebrate the marriage of Liam Whitmore and Brooke Miller. Before we begin, is there anyone here that thinks that this man and this woman she not be here. Speak now or forever hold your peace."

Hearing that made me quench. No one answered.

A few minutes passed of the minster talking. I then here him say "Liam, you may now read your vows."

I look at Liam. He pulls out a piece of paper from his pocket and begins to read.

"Brooke, since the day I met you, I realized that you were the one for me. When I went home that day, I couldn't keep my mind of you. You're voice, you're hair, you're everything. I told myself "you will ask her out and you will marry her one day" and that day is today." He then put away the paper and began reading from memory. " So by saying that, I promise to be your protector. I promise to be there for you, support you through anything. I'll always be here no matter what happens. I love you so much."

I start crying but I'm keeping it together. The minister then tells me to read my vows.

"Liam, I couldn't be more proud to be standing here with you today. You've made me the happiest girl in the world. The moment I say 'I do' is the moment I will forever be yours eternally. I promise you that. You've been here for me and I can't think of a better way to thank you. I promise you that whatever happens, good or bad, I will be here. Forever. I love you very much."

I look at Liam and his eyes are starting to pool again.

Moments pass and we finally get to my favorite part.

"By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss your bride."

Liam's misty eyes look straight into mine. His hands grab the lower part of my waist and my arms wrap around his neck. He squeezes me tight. This kiss was like no other. I felt so alive and free. As if I could grow wings and fly away.

Liam gave be a bear hug and we turned and faced the crowd.

"I proudly present to you, Mr. and Mrs. Whitmore."

Liam turns his head to kiss me on the forehead. I lay my head on his shoulder and close my eyes. I process that I will never be single, lost, lonely and that someone loves me forever. I couldn't be more happier.

Liam and I take our first steps and husband and wife as we walk back down the aisle. I meet Hillary at the end. Liam goes with his best friend Scott.

Hillary and I walk back to take off my veil. She hugs me and says "Congratulations. The wedding was beautiful."

"Thanks Hill. Now it's your turn to get married." I say jokingly.

"Haha yeah. If I ever find the right guy." She says bowing her head.

"Hey, you will. Within time. Be patient. The best surprises come when you least expect it. Remember that."

"I will. Thank you." She says with a smile.

"Your very welcome." I say smiling back.

We stand around talking for a few minutes. Then my mom comes and gets us.

I walk outside and I see Liam standing with Scott at the end of the sidewalk. I walk to him and slither one of my arms around his and walk away. As we walk away, I hear Scott ask my mom who Hillary was. I turn around, looking at Scott. I notice he watching Hillary walk with me and he smiles.

Loraine explains that Hillary is my best friend and simple details about her. He nods and catches up with us. I can see he can't keep his eyes off of her. This will be good. I say to myself.