BLUE SKIES • RICHARD MADDEN

real life

Four months had passed. Four long, stressful but exciting months. Every day was spent planning for the big day. As each day passed, the nerves grew bigger. Eleanor's body jittered and Richard's breathing become heavier.

Both were scared. Both were excited.

The day finally came around and the two stood in separate rooms, preparing themselves.

Taron sat in a chair in Richard's room, watching as he fumbled with the cufflinks on his suit.

"Piece of shit, clip in," Richard muttered. His hands wouldn't stop shaking from the nerves which caused him to be frustrated.

"Here, I'll help." Taron rose from his chair and clipped the cufflinks. He smoothed Richard's suit and inspected it.

"I understand your nervous, but I know that once you see Eleanor in her gown, your nerves will change to happiness. The 'happiest day of your life' phrase will come to life once you see her."

"I still remember when she said yes to marrying me. Her smile lit up my whole world."

"And how will you feel when she says I do?"

"Like my whole world has changed."

"You'll rock it, man. I believe in you. Go get her."

The two embraced in a tight hug. Richard expressed his gratitude and thanks to his best man in that one hug. He didn't want anyone else other than Taron to stand by his side at his wedding. He needed a friend, a mate, a brother to be his support just before he kissed his bride.

"I love you, man."

"I love you too, Richard. Eleanor is one lucky girl."

In Eleanor's room, Kylie stood fixing Eleanor's dress. Lily, Claire and Madeline stood a distance behind them as they admired the bride. Eleanor was a simple girl and stuck to a simple laced white dress and a flower hair piece. She was nervous and held her stomach as she tried to steady her breathing.

"El, you're okay. It's your turn now. You are going to marry the man you love. Who would've thought you'd be marrying Richard Madden?"

"I didn't think I'd even be here wearing a wedding dress. It's a big thing Kylie, getting married."

"I know, I've experience it. Now, we switch position. I am now the maid of honour and you are now the bride. This is going to be the happiest day of your life. Richard is a good person and he will love you eternally."

"She's right, Eleanor."

Eleanor turned to face Lily.

Lily smiled at her and continued, "I know Richard. He is the most amazing person ever. You are very lucky to have captured his heart, as he has captured yours. I am honoured to be up there with you both as you two become one."

"Me too. It's a beautiful day to experience," Madeline spoke.

"Definitely. I get to see my best friend get married! It's so exciting!"

The girls all embraced in a group hug, careful of their dresses and make-up.

"This is your day, Eleanor. Go out and get your man!"