A Journey of Two Spoliarium Lovers (A Fanfiction) (Journey Series)

Chapter 21

Everyone lined up at the entrance of the church except for me. Tacoy said that I should be like Maria who is in the bridal car: won't go out yet. I then saw as the people started walking down the aisle. An organizer then opened the van door.

"Off you go Ms. Freya." I smiled and nodded. Then I went towards the church entrance, taking a huge breath. I'm not used to church weddings, I thought.

Then I started walking. I have to walk with grace as possible. I represent Maria when she was younger. I smiled my way to the altar, holding the flower in my hands. I then stopped when I was near the altar, when Harry held my hand and escorted me.

"Hey young bride." He whispered.

"Hey young groom." I smiled. He then guided me to the middle of the altar and I was supposed to let go of his hold to go to my seat. But to my surprise, he didn't let go. Instead, we faced each other and he brought my hand near his pink lips, kissing my hand as he looked at me.

My eyes were wide open. Weeks ago, our heads with this guy bumped in the museum. Now, he's kissing my hand before he lets me go. Things went fast yet slow. I don't understand it.

Sooner, Maria came. She was so beautiful that her beauty overpowered the cancer. Then the wedding commenced, ending with a vow between the two and the iconic 'kiss the bride'. As they kissed, we all applauded. Finally, after many years of being apart and forbidden love, they finally got married. And are happy.

"Let us congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Jaime Martinez."

Finally, Maria Ablen is now Maria Martinez. After the wedding, pictures were taken. Then the couple went to the church door to release the doves. Maria also went out and threw the flowers. I was not planning on catching the flower though. But....

"You got the flower Freya." Mayor Rose shouted. I looked down and saw that I unexpectedly got the flower, "You know what it means?"

I shook my head.

"You're gonna get married next. Or have a boyfriend next to take things slow."

I blushed, "Um, I don't think so Mayor." I laughed, "A lot has to happen first I guess."

After the ceremony, we then proceeded to Jaime's house, where the reception is. We ate dinner for a while and had the bride and groom presentations. They sliced and ate their wedding cake, and even shared wine together. Speeches were given and they also danced with money on their clothes. After the dance, Maria and Jaime announced that everyone should dance with them as well. Everyone then went to the dancefloor while I sat on the corner, drinking a 1 glass of wine.

"May I have the honor?" I looked up and saw Harry.

I giggled, "And why should I dance with you Mr. Styles?"

"Cause milady is alone. Seeing a wondrous beauty such as thee alone is truly an agonizing sight for any man." He said, patting his chest, implicating hurt. I laughed and took his hand.

"Good thing you're here to rescue this damsel. Thank you Mr. Styles." I said as he laughed and guided us to the dance floor. As we went there, he immediately guided my hands to his shoulders and his hands went to my waist. We then swayed to the beat and I leaned my head on his shoulder. Sooner, he leaned in and whispered to my ear:

"I'm glad I met you Freya."

I blushed and smiled, looking at him, "I'm glad I met you too Harry."

PS: The image shown is the Pilgrimage Church of Our Lady of Peace of Good Voyage found in Biliran....