Broken Souls

The Marriage

The Izna Daily

Latest news update: The marriage is happening people!! Both families released a statement today confirming the marriage date on this Friday. It will be a private registration ceremony followed by a reception. But don't get disappointed the royal couple will make their first public appearance just after the registration ceremony. I know that technically Izna does not have a monarchy but these two families are as close to royalty as we get so we decided to call them the Royal couple of Izna. Are you excited to see them together? I know I am. See you all in front of City Hall on Friday morning. 

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"You should be careful when choosing a dress for the reception Hilal. There will be a lot of press so you need to look good. Unlike me not everything suits you." 

"Yes, I understand sister. You've already said it for the third time now." Hilal rolled her eyes at her sister Yildiz. Growing together Hilal has always reminded some way or other that she was not the classic beauty of the family. From her relatives to basically unknown people always doted on Yildiz more which made her ego so big that she sometimes doesn't even understand that she hurts people. When she was younger Hilal was often saddened by her sisters' attitude towards her but as time passed by she just accepted it and learned to ignore her most of the time. 

"No honestly Hilal. You need to be more careful of your appearance from now if you want your husband to be faithful to you."

"Thank you for your advice but I believe I can handle my husband on my own, dear sister." 

Sensing the tense situation between the two sisters Eleni tried to diffuse the situation

"Enough with talking. Why don't we do what we came here to do girls? Hilal you need to pick a dress. How about this pink one? I think it will look wonderful on you."

Hilal smiled at her friend "It is beautiful but I already decided on that one."

She pointed to a dress at the other side of the shop. 

"Oh Wow! Hilal, how did I missed that one. Can't wait to see your prince charming's reaction when he sees you in that dress." Eleni said excitedly.

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The marriage registration ceremony finished without any complications.

Both families came to the City Hall. All of them dressed in business formal clothing. The bride and groom signed the papers and just like that they were officially married. Rounds of congratulations were exchanged then both families were taken to a private room while the preparation of their first public viewing was going on outside. 

Hilal always thought marriages in Izna are very emotionless and envied other culture marriage ceremonies full of romantic vows and promises. But now in the current situation, she almost felt relieved. It is better to have this type of ceremony than having to go through fake romantic vows. Hilal didn't get a chance to talk to Leon after the library and he didn't utter a single word during the whole registration process. They could've won a prize if there was one for silent marriage Hilal thought amusingly. 

"Give me your hand please." 

Hilal was so lost in her thoughts that she got startled by that voice. She turned and found that Leon was sitting just beside her.

"Why?" Hilal asked suspiciously.

"So I can put this on your finger." Leon showed Hilal a set of wedding rings. "Married couple wears rings and we just got married a little while ago." He added cheekily.