Chapter 75
I am!
I’ll tell everyone that it’s starting. “My mother ran to tell me.
My mother–in–law handed Lisa the basket with the rose petals.
“I’m ready, Mom! “Her cheerfulness managed to calm me down.
Then let’s go in, my love.
We headed for the door, I squeezed my father’s arm, feeling my heart racing.
“I’m here, child. I won’t let you fall. “His words comforted me a lot.
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I heard the sound of music, and the door was opened. My daughter entered, throwing the petals on the floor, and we followed behind her. I looked up and felt my breath go away as I saw them looking so beautiful at the altar, waiting for me.
Looking at them makes me know that I’ve found wonderful people in my life. I’ve been through a lot, a lot of pain and humiliation. I used to walk in the dark, full of trauma and fear, but they made me see the best in me. While I was walking aimlessly in the dark, mulling over my past, they brought me back to the light.
I see my future in your beautiful eyes. They’re so perfect, I don’t deserve it. But what can I do while I’m in love? Nothing; just accept them into my heart and into my future. I can see the love they feel for me in their eyes; that’s enough.
I stopped walking when we reached the altar, and they both held out their hands to me.
“You look perfect, my love,” DOM said, looking mesmerized.
“I feel like I’m seeing an angel in front of me. ” I smiled, a little embarrassed.
I took their hands, and they helped me up the aisle.
“We are gathered in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, amen. Dominic, Maximus and Hilary, the church shares in your joy and welcomes you wholeheartedly. On this day and before God, I will seal a lifelong covenant between you and grant you many graces
and happiness.
The priest began to speak, and I squeezed his hands tightly because I was so nervous.
How about starting by saying your vows? “They both agreed.
“My love. “Dominic began to speak. “My brother and I always thought we’d never find a partner. But when we laid our eyes on you, we
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knew we had to have you as our wife. We were mesmerized by your beauty, and your love for our daughter won us over even more. We don’t deserve you, but we don’t care. Furthermore, we promise you that we will always be there for you in the worst of times. I love you so much, Hilary. You are our light.
We know we may have our little fights, but we always want to be by your side. You have no idea how much we love you, Hilary. Your
warmth and your gentle side are so wonderful. You’re a beautiful warrior, and even though you’ve been through so much, you’ve never stopped being who you were. We love that about you. Our biggest dream is to make you happy and to give you everything you want. As my brother said, you are our light. When we’re surrounded by people, only you shine among them. We know we can always go back into
your arms.
They both took a deep breath.
Hilary, we promise to make you happy. Even if the world turns against us, we will fight against everything and everyone to remain by your side. We love you. “They finished their vows together.
I’m holding back my tears. I don’t want my face to be all messed up.
It’s your turn, Miss Hilary.
I took several deep breaths.
“I don’t even know where to start. “I let out a small laugh.” What I can say is that I love you very much. You’re my men. I always dwelled on my past, thinking I couldn’t be happy. I thought my life would just be darkness, but I was completely wrong. You showed me that I could be loved again; you fought for me. I thank you so much for never giving up on me. My love for you is too immense. I’ve had a beautiful daughter, and now I’m going to have a baby, all thanks to you. You’re wonderful men, and you’re wonderful fathers. I’m proud to have become a Russo. You’re always protecting me, looking after me, and watching over my sleep. I love you, Dominic Russo. I love you
Maximus Russo. And I will always love you.
