Ask-i Memnu: An Alternate Ending.

15. The Wedding: Bihter&Behlül Haznedar!

The golden sand stretched along the horizon as far as the eye could see, birds chirped as they roamed around the sky and the waves cascaded onto the shore, the gushing sound of waves serenaded the Malibu beach. The aisle was set for the bride to walk through, leading to the heavenly wedding arch covered in pastel pink and white roses. Rustic chairs were set beautifully along both sides of the aisle. Lanterns hung from trees and a violinist serenaded the audience that poured in. It was a perfect day for a dream wedding; and it was no other than the beautiful couple, Bihter & Behlul, that were finally to be wedded to become partners for life. They deserved it more than anyone; going through all the pain, suffering and sacrifice, they finally made it! For them it wasn't just a mere wedding, but a desire that used to seem impossible; something they thought they would never get to experience. It was little ceremony; only people who knew the couple closely were invited, making it all very intimate and romantic. The ceremony started as Behlul, clad in a dapper monochrome suit, waited for his bride to walk down the aisle. The past few months all felt like a dream to him, so unreal that he would often fear someone pinching him and it all coming to an end. Every moment he experienced with Bihter and their son, who was now 4 months old and cuter than ever, was something he would cherish for a lifetime. He was on his toes, waiting to finally call Bihter his wife, his life time partner and soulmate. He stood there as everyone stopped talking and focused on the aisle. Violen played in the background as Bihter, looking like a heavenly goddess in an airy dazzling white gown and a veil down her face, walked towards her love. The moment Behlul caught a glimpse of her as a bride, his throat swelled up and eyes became watery, he bit his lip and broke a smile, not believing it was actually happening! Bihter winked at him and gave him a smile back from behind her veil, walking towards him. He stepped forward and took her hand into his, pulling her closer to him.

Behlul: "I can't take my eyes off you. You are so beautiful!" he whispered to her.
Bihter: "You aren't so bad, either!" she said jokingly and both of them broke a smile.

They stood there as the officiant declared them husband and wife in the presence of witnesses.

Officiant: "I now declare you husband and wife. Congratulations!"

Everyone clapped and hooted as Behlul took no time in lifting the veil and kissing his lovely bride.

Behlul: "I cannot wait to spend my lifetime besides you, I promise to love you till my very last breath!"
Bihter: "You've made me the happiest woman on planet. I love you to core of my heart!" she smiled as she held onto his hand tightly.
Fridevs: "Bravo! Congratulation you both. May your love always last the same way."
Bihter: "Thankyou, mom!"
Peyker: "Congratulations to the beautiful couple. May you always love and cherish each other!" she smiled and gave Berk to his parents.
Behlul: "Hey little man, are you happy, ha? Mommy and Daddy are finally married!" he kissed his son who smiled and giggled back.
Bihter: "Look at my handsome boys, my whole heart, my entire world!" she wiped away a tear.
Alice: "B, I'm so happy for you! May this smile on your face never fade again." she nudged Behlul jokingly "Mr. Behlul, if you make my friend unhappy for even a second, be assured that I will come for you!"
Behlul: "I won't give you a chance!"
Bihter: "I am at loss of words for how grateful I am to you, Aly! Thank you for all that you've done for me. Love you." she hugged her friend.

The ceremony continued till sunset; everyone danced and drank to honour the newly weds. Bihter and Behlul were scheduled to leave for their honeymoon the very next evening. Berk was entrusted to his grandma, Firdevs Hanim, for the period that they would be gone.

Bihter: "I don't want to leave my little baby alone! How am I going to live without seeing your squishy little face for a whole week, Berkie?" she said as she hugged her son.
Firdevs: "Oh trust me, you would live just fine!" she winked at Behlul who turnt red and shy. "It's just a week, he'll have a great time with his grandma, aunt Peyker and his cousins. He'll be just fine."
Peyker: "Stop worrying, Bihter! We're all here. You guys deserve some alone time, you know." she smiled and nudged her.

The ceremony ended as Bihter & Behlul left for their new home, which they had bought and furnished over these past few months. It was going to be their first night in their new home; a cozy little house that was perfect for their sweet family of three. It almost resembled their sweet escape stone-house in Riva, Istanbul.