Crossing The Devils Path

chap 39- The wedding

RICHA'S pov:
I woke.up early feeling restless. I sighed turning to the other side.An involuntary smile stretched at my lips looking at the peaceful form of Richard sleeping next to me.  He looked like a small baby who hadn't gotten sleep for days. A heartache started to form inside of me. I felt like the only way my heart reacted nowadays was with a stabbing pain that I couldn't stop no matter what. I stopped my trail of thoughts trying not to dwell much on the thought that today might be the last day I might see him. Sighing, I tried to slip off the bed without disturbing him but he pulled me back on the bed. Without warning, his lips were moulding with mine. Fighting for dominance while I struggled to get free. But he was adamant and held me tightly to his chest.
Unable to set free I just responded to his kiss. I slipped my tongue in his mouth and he moaned. Before things got heated up I pulled away and almost ran to the bathroom. Richard being himself trailed behind me and didn't let me shut the door. So reluctantly I had to let him accompany me while I brushed in silence.
Once we were done, we headed to have  breakfast. All of us were eating quietly.  I guessed everyone was busy calming their own thoughts. I couldn't blame them but they didn't know that today indeed would be eventful.
" Be ready by 11 am the marriage ceremony will take place in the nearby church with only 4 of us and ah! Sam ofcourse will be there." I announced, alerting everyone. Their expressions were hilarious and.I actually laughed at them and slowly walked away.
I  had made all the necessary calls to the hair dresser and had also chosen a wedding dress for myself online. When the dress arrived,  it took my breath away. Today,  was supposed to be my special day. Unfortunately for the second time my marriage would be nothing but a sham. First time it was Sam who did it and now I was ruining my own marriage. Halting my thoughts I looked at my wedding gown. It wasn't too goddy or shiny. It was a simple satin gown which fit my body like a second skin. It had a V neckline showing a bit too much of my cleavage but all in all it looked gorgeous on me.While my veil was made of net but it had a tiara of real lilies attached to it. With a feeling of void in my heart and pain in my eyes,  I exit the room.
As graciously as possible, I walked down the flight of stairs keeping myself in check. Sam had already arrived wearing a white pant suit looking like the devil he is. But I had to admit he looked handsome... Well! That was until my eyes landed on Richard. Standing there in a black crisp Armani suit I couldn't help but gawk at him. He looked sinfully delicious with a little stuble and hair gelled to perfection. Looking at him made my knees weak. The already intensifying pain in my heart elevated to another level. Clutching the railing,  like my life depended on it, I slowly descended the stairs. Samaira looked stunning in a tight fitting one piece adorned with a gold chain and earrings. Dante was wearing a grey suit and jacket with spotless grey shoes. These three men looked like models from a runway but Richard definitely looked like a show stopper. They all just stared at me blankly no emotions just an acceptance of what was going to happen. We all waited for the cars to arrive, and when they did we silently sat in them. Richard and I went in a separate car while other's had to go in another one. Serves them well I thought. All devils together.
The ride was silent but  I could feel Richard eyes on me all the time.
When we reached the church our chauffeur opened the car door for us to get out. As I was about to do so when Richard pulled me back down on the seat but I fell on his lap instead.
" You look breathtakingly gorgeous " he said smiling.
"I wanted you to know I really love you and I will take my revenge on Sam no matter what. There are things you don't know but I will tell you everything on our wedding night today. Know that you are above everything,  with you by my side I can take over the world.  I love you Richa please be mine"
His words.made me freeze,. It was too late now everything was in order to be executed. I hope you love me after all this too. I thought gravely. Smiling down at him through my veil I managed get out of his grasp and outside the car. Three people were awaiting us when we reached inside. As the priest entered we all stood up as a mark of respect.
" I believe that there is a marriage contract to be signed and has been requested to be signed in the church itself specifically. " said the priest.
Everyone looked at each other in confusion when I spoke
"Yes father I had requested so myself. What better than to sign our marriage with god as a witness " I said.
Everyone nodded although still not completely convinced.
The father gave us a pen with which Richard and I  signed the contract.
When it was the turn of the witnesses to sign the contract I chose Dante and Sameer to be our witnesses. Both of them signed it without making any scene.
The contract was given to the father so that he could arrange our marriage certificate too. The ceremony started but everything felt like a trance. The most beautiful day of my life was begging to feel like a nightmare. It all felt like a trance untill the father announced
" Do you take Mr Richard Carlson to be your lawfully wedded husband?"
"yes" I said immediately.
We both kissed after the father instructed us to seal our marriage with a kiss. When we kissed,  it was less passionate and more like a war. His kisses were warm and demanding while mine were cold and emotionless. He pulled back in a few seconds with a look of hurt in his eyes. I just shook my head and looked down. How could I be happy when I know what was about to happen?
I turned around and tactfully gave father a thumbs up to put our plan in action.
I had come by yesterday to speak to him specifically when I told him I needed his help for a good cause he agreed. He had also said
"Dear child,  you look innocent and I am sure you wouldnt lie in church, where god resides. It doesn't matter which religion you belong to or which country you descend from. God is God in any form or place. Be sure tomorrow will bring you a new hope.  I will help you as much as I can"
The priest's words of wisdom were still lingering in my mind. They had brought a sense of relief to me that everything would go well with God by my side.

RICHARD'S pov
Our kiss felt awkward as if Richa was holding back something. Nevermind once we were home as man and wife I would ask her the reason. She had to confide in me and I in her. That brought a smile to my lips. I felt amazing knowning Richa was completely my woman.
Once the priest declared us Man and wife we all descended downstairs to our cars. We were on our way down when the pastor came running behind us. Calling out Our name. Simultaneously I and Richa turn towards him with worry etched on our faces.
" Is there a problem father? " I asked.
" The papers" he said breathlessly
" while filing them water fell on one side of it smudging the ink." he said,  showing us the paper. The side where one of the witnesses signed was smudged.
It was Sam's side that was smudged.
" If Mr Sam Adams can come with me inside the office we can get it signed again" the father said.
Sam looked hesitantly at Richa and then she nodded. As soon as she nodded he agreed and went with the father to resign the papers.
There was definitely something going on between them but what could it be?
Had Sam threatened Richa the way he did with Samaira? Or do they still love each other and are playing against me?
"What is going on between you two?" I asked while clenching my jaw.
" You will see" was all Richa said and got down the stairs leaving me.

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Hey guyss,
Hii my lovely readers. Yeah I know I make you all wait too much. I am sincerely sorry for that. But welll! Only one more chapter and an epilogue and I will be saying my farewells to you all.Hold on!  One chapter and an epilogue coming up but...with twists and turns even in the end.

Sayonara,
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