Pretending To Live(Liam Payne/ One Direction fanfic)

Our Future

Sarah's POV~

It seemed like nothing could ever go right in my life. I thought about all that's happened that led to this moment right here and I just wanted to cry because there were times where it felt as if God had turned his back on me, but it wasn't for long. My parents, Rider, Liam, Adam, Paul and my beautiful baby boy led me to this exact moment. I stared at my reflection in the mirror, trying on the prettiest gowns I've ever seen all because I found a man who loves me.

Paul had surprised me with a trip to Greece, knowing how much I've always wanted to go and yes I have the money and the means, I never went but this just made it special in so many ways. He had arranged for Gaby to watch Stefan and cleared my schedule with Jamie. I wasn't sure if he wanted to sweep me off my feet or murder me or maybe both, but I was going to enjoy it.

*FLASHBACK*

We were so tired the first night after traveling and eating that we just fell asleep on the couch. The second day, he woke me up with breakfast in bed and we didn't leave the bedroom for the rest of the day. He insisted on having dinner on the beach after we had a nap. After dinner, he told me we were going to have a private tour then dessert, but wanted me to dress up a little. I changed into a navy dress with floral patterns that had a slit on the side, nude heels and curled my hair. He was dressed in a dark gray dress pants, black dress shirt with some buttons undone and sleeves rolled up. That man could wear garbage and still look sexy.

The sun was about to set when we pulled up to the Parthenon. I remember telling him how I've always wanted to go and the fact that he remembered just made me love him more. He grabbed my hand after telling the driver to give us a few minutes. He led me inside"babe, what are we doing here?" He simply shrugged"I just wanted to do something nice for you, love. I know this was on your bucket list and I wanted us to do it together." I hugged him tight"I love you so much." He kissed the side of my head"I love you too. We have a few minutes so enjoy it." I nodded and just walked around, still not believing that I was actually here. I turned to Paul to ask him a question, I gasped when I saw him down on one knee.

He laughed nervously"I love you, Sarah. I love you with everything that I have. I never thought that us meeting would lead to here, but I'm glad that it has. I love the life that we're starting to create together and I know it may seem sudden, but I've never been so sure about anything more than I have in my life. You have an amazing son and I would be lucky to call him my son and one day we can have as many as you want." I took a step back. He paused for a second"I know you're scared and worried about your past, but none of that matters to me because they've shaped you into the person that you are now. You're an incredible woman and mother, will you mar-" I launched myself at him"YES! A million times yes, Paul." He got up and lifted me up, spinning me around before kissing me. I looked at the beautiful ring as he placed it on my finger before kissing him. The ring had pear-shaped diamond center stone bordered with a frame of smaller round accent diamonds. Swirling diamond-lined ribbons flank the center cluster and create the ring's double shank. Set into the ring's bezel are two princess-cut blue sapphires. It was beautiful.

*END OF FLASHBACK*

"Hello? Earth to Sarah?" I turned at Zayn's voice. He wore a worried expression"are you okay?" I nodded"just thinking about that night." He stared at me for a minute before nodding. Jamie had arranged for a fitting at the house with dresses from different designers. I looked at Zayn, Gaby, Adam, Sam, Joe and Alex for approval on this dress. They made a face and I was just over it at this point. This was the tenth dress and it still wasn't the one. I sat down defeated and downed a drink, making them laugh.

Adam places a hand on mine"you don't need to find a dress today, you have plenty of time with plenty of people to help." He was right. He squeezed my hand"I also know it's not about the dress; you're worried that something is going to happen and he's going to walk out." I went to say something, but gave up knowing that he was right"he's not Liam and he loves you so much. This is your chance to be happy, sweetie. Stop worrying about everything else and it'll just fall into place." Once again, he was right. I flicked his nose with a smile"you're the best." He smiled"I know." I rolled my eyes.

Jamie had more dresses sent over the next few days and with all the other things to plan, I felt overwhelmed. The guest list was huge and we still had to decide on a venue and so many other things I didn't care for. I was laying the floor when Paul came in, he laid down next to me with a chuckle"what's on your mind?" I looked at him, he frowned and pulled me to his chest"what's wrong?" I let out a sigh"it's just all so much, I just want everything to be perfect and I'm worried it won't be. We already have the marriage certificate and we still don't know where it's gonna be. We have so many people to invite and I don't want to leave anyone out." He was quiet for a minute before he stroked my cheek"that's not it, is it?" I felt the tears as I shook my head"I wish he was here to give me away. We were in a good place and I just miss him." He held me as I cried. My dad not being here to give me away was one of the first things I thought about once we got engaged and I just pushed it to the side, but it really got to me. He held me until I fell asleep.

I ran into the house in a panic"Paul? Paul?! Where are you?" Paul had left a voicemail saying he needed me and that something was wrong and when I called him back, there was no answer. I was about to make my way upstairs when something in the backyard caught my eye. I made my way over and gasped when I saw Paul dressed in a navy blue tux with his groomsmen by his side in the dark gray suits, my girls in their bridesmaids dresses, our families and close friends sitting down. I was being pulled, I turned to see Alex and Sam all dressed up, Alex rolled his eyes"hurry up!" I let them lead me to one of the guest bedrooms, they pushed me in and I saw Adam standing there with one of the dresses I had tried on.

He smiled at me"I could tell by the way your eyes lit up that this was your dress and I know how important this was to you so this dress is my gift to you." I stared at him in shock, his smile widening"you need to hurry up before the food gets cold and that man thinks you've changed your mind." The door opened"get out, Levine." I heard Perrie say. Adam kissed my cheek before he left. Gaby and Perrie helped me into my dress before the makeup artist and hairdresser did my hair.

I smoothed out the dress, feeling my hands start to sweat. I still couldn't believe the dress that he had picked out. It was a breathtaking Tulle and Organza mermaid wedding dress featuring frosted, embroidered appliqués throughout the fitted bodice, intricate m back straps accent the deep-v back. The veil was long with beaded metallic details. My hair was in a beautiful sea of waves. I felt arms wrap around my waist as the doors opened, I looked down to see my baby boy in a dark gray suit with a navy blue shirt. Stefan smiled up at me as he took my hand. My handsome boy walked me to the man of my dreams to become a family. I pretty much zoned out the pastor up until it was time for the vows.

Paul took my hands in his"I know today came off as a shock but as I listened to you the other day, I realized nothing mattered more on our wedding besides you and Stefan. We could get married in a jail cell and it would still mean the world to me because I would be marrying you. I never believed in love at first sight before I met you and you somehow weaseled your way into my heart and I don't mind. You have come a long way and your strength, your good heart and determination is something that I've always admired about you. You make me want to become a better man and do right by our family. Me marrying you today also means accepting Stefan as my own which I want because he's your heart in every way possible and I want to look after you both." He kissed my hand.

I had to stop myself from crying big ugly tears, I cleared my throat"you can ask Gaby, I used to joke around saying that you were my husband and I wanted you so much." Everyone laughed"it's scary yet amazing that you made me love you so easily when my heart's been guarded for so long. You make me feel loved, you're my rock, you know how important my son is to me and you love him as if he were your own. I find new things I love about you every single day and I don't want it to stop. There are also days where I just want to punch you, but the good outnumbers the bad..for now. Honestly, I'm just looking forward to the honeymoon." I winked at him and heard some whistling.

As we put the bands on each other, I stared at the man that I get to call my husband and I couldn't wait before I kissed him, smiling when he kissed back with the same eagerness. I heard the claps and cheers when he dipped me, I wrapped my arms around his neck. I felt a tug on my dress, I broke the kiss to see a sleepy Stefan. I picked him up and kissed his forehead as Paul pulled me to his side with a big smile on his face.