The Gambler

Paris!?

I'm really sorry for the wait ._.

I know it's been months and I haven't written anything at all but here is the new chapter I'm getting better so I will be updating regularly again. No more hiatus!

Oh and thanks for over 20k reads ;-; that's amazing thanks to everyone that is sticking with me through this.

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"Are you sure you want to do this still?" I whispered nervously to Grayson who laughed quietly, smiling that crooked smile that I had come to love so much. He smirked at me, giving my hand a squeeze.

"You're having doubts? in front of all these people?" he muttered quietly and I blushed, glancing to the side at the pews filled with friends and some family.

I looked up at Grayson and shook my head.

"I love you" I whispered and he nodded.

"I know that's why we're here" he spoke sarcastically and I giggled slightly. A throat cleared next to us and we both straightened up.

"Are you both ready yet?"

I smiled at Grayson and he grabbed both of my hands gently.

The pastor began speaking, I zoned out staring into Grayson's eyes. Nothing mattered now, it was our wedding day. I was just waiting for my moment to say 'I do'.

He suddenly stopped talking and the church fell silent. A confused look crossed Grayson's eyes and we both looked to the pastor. I jumped back, shrieking in horror.

The pastor was no longer standing there. The man walked to me, a evil grin on his face.

"Elizabeth that's no way to greet your father"

I woke with a start, my breathing hard. I began shaking immediately. What the hell kind of dream was that?

I pressed my face into my hands and sighed.

Grayson wasn't laying next to me. I was alone.

Ever since I told him about my dad I'd been having nightmares.

But our wedding day? that was just weird.

I got out of bed slowly and glanced at the clock 3:35 am.

So much for sleeping.

I wandered into the bathroom and splashed water on my face.

I was hesitant about going downstairs, something felt wrong, but I was going to go anyways. I jumped, startled by Grayson standing in the room as I left the bathroom.
His eyes were filled with concern.
"Are you alright?" He walked over to me and touched my waist. I smushed my face into his chest.
"I had a nightmare" I mumbled and he stroked my hair, resting his chin on my head.

"About what baby" he murmured and I pulled back and fiddled with my hands.
"We were uh... getting married and my dad showed up and I freaked out.." I trailed off and he gently grabbed my chin.
"that won't happen" he spoke softly and I looked up at him.
"Are you sure?" I whispered and he nodded, taking a step back he scoffed.

"Of course. Why would I want to marry you? Don't be ridiculous" he joked and smirked at me playfully. I smacked his chest and laughed
"You're so dumb" I giggled and he pulled me back towards him.
"Your dad will never hurt you again. I promise" he spoke seriously now and I nodded.
"I'll keep you safe from everything that could possibly harm you" he whispered as I yawned, pecking my cheek.
"Who would want to hurt me besides him?" I asked slowly, fearing the response.

He took a step back and placed both his hands on my shoulders and studied my face.
"Tyler has begun sending out searches for you. He wants you. He's going to all lengths right now to find you...we might have to leave soon" he whispered the last part and began to feel scared.
He shook his head quickly, eyebrows furrowed together.
"Hey don't get scared. I will protect you I promise" he spoke so certainly that I smiled and instantly felt better.