THE DARKEST HOUR

CHAPTER 4

As I unlocked the washroom door what I saw was enough to make me flabbergasted.

Ora's POV:

I stood rooted to the spot and my heart was palpitating in my chest. To say that I was 'shocked' must be an understatement because I couldn't believe in what my eyes just saw right now.

I saw Blake making out with his cousin, Tiffany at the very corner of the church. The washroom in the church was at a very secluded area where there were old statues and other stuff. I didn't feel sad because I never liked Blake. But yes, I was hurt as irrespective of my feelings, he was my husband now and watching him making out with another lady was not a good idea.

I decided to leave and quietly turned around until I slipped due to my long tail gown and fell down with a loud thud. Great. Just Great! Could this day get any worse?

"O...Ora! What are you doing here?" I heard Blake asking me in a hush tone.

Cleaning the toilets.

I picked myself and turned around to see only Blake standing there. What? Where is Tiffany? Was I daydreaming? No no. I saw her. She must have left.

"Earth to Ora! Why are you so lost today? You didn't even kiss me properly. Come give me a kiss before someone finds us. " While delivering the last sentence, he winked at me.

Ewww. I will never kiss those lips that just made out with that Tiffany. Gross.

Before i could respond to his cheap wish, he smashed his lips onto mine and kissed me like there was no tomorrow. I was taken aback by his stance and chose to not respond to his kiss. Again.

"Lovely!" He licked his lips and kissed my forehead. " Let's leave now. Everyone must be looking for us."

As today was a 'Stay quiet Day' for me so I didn't bother to protest and moved towards the ball room with him, hand in hand.

As we entered the ball room, I saw Aunt Emily running towards us.
"Where were you kids? I have been looking for you guys for an hour now." She said while handing us over a box with a plastic ribbon on it.

"What is it?" I asked,finally breaking my silence for the first time today.

"Oh this! This is your reception dress. Go and get changed. Hurry up!" Aunt handed Blake a Box as well and motioned for us to leave.

I untangled my fingers from Blake's hand to which he gave me a stern look.

" I have to go and get changed." I whispered and left without waiting for him to answer.

I locked the room behind me and sat on the mahogany sofa. I took out my phone to check the time and froze on the spot when I saw a message from Drake.

Happy wedding Ora! You looked so beautiful just like my dream girl. I wish I was the one to unveil your face and kiss you in front of the massive crowd. You took a great decision by marrying Blake. He will keep you happy. Always. Unlike a jobless and an orphan like me :)

Stay blessed. I will always love you<3

Tears blurred my vision and my heart ached. Lots of memories flooded my mind and I covered my mouth and broke into uncontrollable sobs.

I will always love you too Drake. I love you only. I had no other choice but to marry him. Please forgive me. Please.  I wiped my tears.
I have to be strong. For the sake of my brother who loves me so much.  With this I went inside the washroom to get changed.

I wore a black off-shoulder dress which covered my knees. I applied red lipstick and left my hair open.

"Ora. Hurry up please. Everyone is waiting for us." I heard Blake knocking on the door.

I packed my wedding dress in the same box and opened the door only to see Blake dressed in a black pant suit.

I locked the door behind me and pressed my lips.
"You look breathtakingly beautiful, my love." He complimented me while kissing my knuckles.

"I think we should be get going." I removed my hand from his grip and left without waiting for him.

I descended the stairs and saw Colton talking to some of his friends. I went towards him and stood beside him.

"Ora. Where were you a..?" He paused and scrutinized me with his brown eyes.

"You look just like our Mom. Absolutely beautiful!" I saw tears brimming in his eyes and he hugged me.

"Hey! Hands off my girl!" Here comes the devil. I mentally rolled my eyes and broke our hug.

"Haha. Idiot. It's me." Colton laughed and patted his shoulder.

"I know bro. I was just kidding." He said while wrapping his arms around me.

God. This man has got serious issues of touching others. Can't he just keep his hands to himself!

I smiled sheepishly at my brother and wiggled myself away from Blake's grip.

Suddenly, a man came and whispered something in Colton's ears. He stiffened and walked outside of the church. I wonder what that man has whispered to him.

I went after him immediately and came outside the church.

There stood a police mobile and I saw some cops talking to Colton.

I hurriedly made my way towards him and saw a stretcher just next to the van.
Oh. Was this a dead body?

I don't know why but all of my concern went towards that body instead of Colton. I felt like I had a connection with the body. My heart was beating really fast and horrifying thoughts took over my mind.

I extended my hand and uncovered the white sheet with a shivering hand.

My eyes were wide opened and adrenaline rushed through my veins.

No! This can't be happening! This must be a nightmare.

Tears started running down my cheeks and I fell down on the floor.

The dead body was of none other the ' hoodie boy'

My Drake.