The White Wolf Chronicles: Shifted

Chapter 17

After yesterday's events, it felt good to wake up next to Tyler, even though he did snore. I was not complaining. We slept together again which was a bonus and because I slept like a baby after all the exercise we did last night.

Not once did I wake up because I knew he was protecting me. I always felt safe when he was around. It hurt being away from each other which was not very often. No one in my family cared when I stayed over Tyler's. I do not think anyone really noticed either. I had always been the child who defended for herself.

I would cook my own meals or eat with just Nate in the kitchen when everyone else was out busy doing something else. I liked it like that. Just spending time with Nate eating ice cream out of the tub or spaghetti while watching television. It felt nice to remember him that way.

I felt Tyler stir.

"Good morning" he said, stretching.

"Morning Ty" I replied sleepily.

"I was wondering if you wanted to talk about the marriage thing now since we got a little distracted yesterday." He asked.

"I want to do it today," I said.

"You really think you could get everything done today?"

"I don't want the reception and anything like that, I just want the ceremony, something small, just me and you and some of our closest family and friends"

"That actually sounds good, I will call mum through the mind link and we can get her to help. She'll love it".

"Okay" I smiled.

**

After half an hour later, all the guests had been invited; a celebrant from the pack would be marrying us at 4 o'clock. I had a beautiful dress on that had been in Tyler's family for centuries and was a family heirloom. It was truly beautiful. It was detailed and the bottom looked like a sprouting rose. It had been modified to suit my body. The corset was beautiful. There were no words to describe the dress.

We had both chosen roses as our flowers and a cake was being made as we speak. I was still in shock that his mum had the dress in her wardrobe but she said she never packed light.

Anna had curled my hair to perfection and was putting my veil on.

"You look so beautiful," she said trying not to cry.

"Thank you".

"You don't need to thank me darling; you're family now, my daughter".

"And you're like a mother to me, more of a mother than my own" I said in a quiet voice.

"Sweetheart I'm sure your mother means well".

"She has a funny way of showing it," I said.

"I won't disagree with you on that but you look amazing. Tyler is going to flip out when he sees you".

All I could do was smile.

 I was ready.

This would be the start of my life. The one I had chosen to live and the path I had chosen.

I walked down the stairs and into the garden which was all done up nicely. Anna had gone to take a seat. We had only invited Tyler's mum and dad, his father's beta, Athens and his wife. Tyler had invited my mum, dad, Daniel and his mate, Imogen and a few other members of the pack. He said it was the last time I would have to see them before we left in a few hours for good.

 My eyes were glued on Tyler. He looked so handsome. His eyes burned into mine as he took in me walking down the aisle. It had been decorated beautifully with white and red rose petals. Candles surrounded the chairs and there was a floral scent to the air. Once I reached the altar, Tyler smiled and offered me his hand.

"You look so beautiful," he said. I just smiled. I knew if I spoke, I would cry. I turned to face the celebrant as he began the ceremony.

Tyler soon realised that I could not speak and grabbed my hand, smiling to himself.

"Dearly beloved, we are here to celebrate the marriage and union of Tyler Summers and Kaylie Flynn ...."

*

The ceremony passed in a blur. I finally heard the words I had been waiting for what felt like my entire life.

"You may now kiss the bride". As our lips connected, I felt our bond strengthen. The rings we had exchanged felt like they were burning against my skin. They had been mixed with our blood to complete the ceremony and tie ourselves together.

We were finally husband and wife or mates, whatever anyone preferred.

Everyone came to congratulate us but I was not paying attention all I wanted was to get upstairs and have my way with Tyler. We had come to an agreement that we would be leaving in 2 days to travel back to Tyler's home, and now mine. Well he convinced me.

"So wife, how do you feel?" asked Tyler once we were alone.

"I'm well husband but I have a few propositions for you in mind, well more like positions," I said showing him a visual of what I wanted through our mind link.

He growled. "I like the way you think Mrs. Summers" he said picking me up bridal style and carrying me back to our room.