Evelyn's POV
"Oh, sweetheart you look so pretty. That's a beautiful gown you've chosen" Nina said with a huge smile. "I can't believe you're finally going to be my daughter-in-law just as I always wished for" she said holding my hand looking me up and down with a bright gleam in her eyes. Wow! I didn't know someone would he this happy to see me as a bride. Her eyes filled with tears and she turned away from me going out of the room. Okaaaay... too emotional. I'm too excited and nervous all at together. It's going to be a Sunday wedding at sunset. Well we've decided at six and the ceremony will take place for an hour and it will be the perfect dinner time at our reception.
I looked at myself in the mirror again. I hope nothing's missing. "Something old I said looking at my cute yet simple bridal hair crown with a veil attached to it. It seems it belonged to Nick's Mom. This was her wedding hair crown. I guess I only have 'something old', no something new or blue.
"Something new!" Chrissy screamed from behind followed by Nina. Wondering where my Mom is? Well it was my condition that she can be present at my wedding but not to show their faces to me. Same goes to my dad. "Ready?" She asked and I nodded eagerly.
This is a real wedding. Nick and I are going to make this work. He convinced me this morning. I shouldn't hyperventilate.......She slowly opened a small blue box with...... okay. I won't lie like other girls. I love diamonds. It was bright dark blue diamond earring. OMG! I just can't describe. "It's beautiful!" I squealed loudly.
"I know right. It's your husband's wedding gift to you" she said batting her lashes at me. I laughed at her antics and quickly put it on with the Chrissy's help. It's heavy but worth it! It's not like I'm going to get married every day. Right?
"These earrings.... they were made by Nick's grandfather for his wife. But before she could wear it and show it off to him.... he died. And so, she gave this to Nick saying that this should reach his wife. And surprisingly... for you, it fits in all the four criteria. 'Something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue'. Right?" She said and my eyes widened at such a precious gift on my wedding. Just.... 'wow'!
"Oh and.... something borrowed?" Nina said...... okaaaay?"What now?" I said jumping. Wow!
"This bracelet sweetie...." she said blinking back her tears. "This is my gift to you. You can keep it" she said as she slipped it around my wrist.
"But.... then how is it borrowed?" I asked confused.
"Well.... you've borrowed it from your daughter or.... in law" she said winking at me. "This has been passed on in the family from generation to generation. It started with Nathan's great-grandmother" she said with a huff.
"It's OK. I'm going to cherish this gift. Keep it as safe as you've kept it until now." I said to which she smiled.
"No child. I don't want you to cherish it or keep it safe. Instead wear it every day not just keep in your safe. I just want you to respect it. It's more than just a jewelry." She said patting my cheek softly. There is something odd about this bracelet. Anyway, we've to leave now.
"Okay... before we leave" Chrissy came back into the room.
"Bring it here dear..." Nina said. "Here's your something blue" she said winking at me.
Oh fu*k it's a garter. A blue garter. I tried to avoid wearing this cause obviously I know what happens after the wedding. Oh oh....
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I didn't know my wedding was supposed to be so grand. Oh god! What's wrong with them?! I told them it's going to be just fifty.... and here it looks as though at least two hundred guests are here. I knew it. Greeks don't ever! I mean EVER arrange a 'small' wedding. It was a huge church. Huge I mean huge. We hadn't had any kind of rehearsals and I had not visited the venue. Or I'd clearly get to know how many people are coming. "Sweetie... can I call your father? He will walk you down the aisle" she said nervously scared to hear my reply. Because it's very important for that the 'father' gives away his bride without any complaints or objection. We were standing outside just in front of the door. I don't know what the people sitting inside might be thinking.
"No actually.... Uhmm.... can you find Uncle Nathan for me?" I asked and she nodded. She took out her cell and called her husband.
Few minutes later, he came out from the door on the other side. Looking just like Nick in every way. "What happened?" He asked looking at us with confusion.
"I.... I actually wanted to talk to you Uncle.... Uhmm... could you... could you please do me the honour of walking me down the aisle" I said with an expectant smile and suddenly his confused face held a proud smile.
"Of course, dear... I've always considered you as my daughter. I'll let you on a secret" he said and came near my ear to whisper something, "I actually always had my eye on you. I wanted you as my daughter in law from the day you were born" he said and gently smiled at me giving me his arm. I happily obliged taking his arm and entered.
As soon as I stepped in my breath hitched for two reasons. One looking at all my relatives after a long time as I'm not good with people in the first place. And two, that is the main reason.... Nick... oh gawd! He looked so breathtaking. I felt all the more nervous that I'd have to walk up to this man. He makes me feel all mushy inside. He was dressed in complete white top-bottom. He held both his hands in the front. His face had a fake smile, but he frowned finding his Dad next to me and then as if he understood he painted the same old fake smile on his face. Do I have to reconsider my decision? He tried to convince me for his inheritance. Not because he wanted me. There's no use calling myself a fool now. It's too late to back out.
Just as I moved forward people started spitting. Not exactly spitting... they're just making the sound. I wouldn't tolerate to be spat on wearing this beautiful dress. And I didn't know they still have this tradition going on. Well.... it's done for a good reason. A belief that spitting wards off the devil.
Hmph.... It's a long aisle... going to take time until I reach him.
I can't just stop assessing his body language. He's nervous but every other groom is.... and he doesn't want this wedding. That much I know. Even his 'fake' smile isn't permanent. It fades and then he suddenly smiles like he forgot people are watching.
As we near him, uncle Nathan stops me. He looked in my eyes and asked "Do you still want to marry him? Don't think your facade has gone unnoticed by my eyes. I know what game you both are playing. But still.... you have time. Think about it" he said.
I know how my marriage is going to be. I just don't have the heart to refuse. Even in school I dreamt of marrying him knowing it's impossible. But it's happening now. I want him. As my husband. I shook my head and moved his arm urging him to take me forward. "I'm ready to be his bride." I said with a confident smile.
He nodded and walked me forward until I stood in front of my man.
I had my eyes only for him. I kept glancing at him but whenever he'd look at me, he'd just turn away again without a glance. The priest started with his speech. And I didn't understand a thing neither did I even try to. Because it was in Greek and I can only understand bits and part of Greek.
I suddenly felt funny. I don't know.... I'm expected to be serious, but I somehow feel like laughing. My wedding is the first Greek wedding I've ever attended. I do know few things like the crown, walking around the ceremonial table and the rings are the main thing. The priest touched our head blessing us in the name of the father, the son and the Holy Spirit and places the Stefana on our heads. Stefana, it's actually crowns that are attached together with a ribbon. And we are not allowed to speak until it's been removed again. And then Chrissy came behind me I mean my maid of honour and the best man switched the Stefana three times on our heads sealing our union.... Done? That's it?
The priest said something again in Greek and Nick held my hand and pulled me forward with him. This meant this will be our first steps as a married couple around the ceremonial table as we rounded it three times. The priest again started reading something and then we were offered a glass to drink wine? We were asked to drink it with our arms crossed. And then finally comes the ring, which are to be exchanged three times again signifying an everlasting relationship. The priest then removes the crown from our head and lifts our hands saying only god can separate us from each other blessing us with a happy and fruitful life.
Just an hour back I was free, single and a Linard. Now I'm tied, married and to a Perkins. I believe I've made the right decision choosing him as my husband for life. Because this cannot be changed now. We are married in the eyes of god though we may sign on papers for divorce. Our lives and souls have been sealed together as one.
Just as we arrived at our reception venue. Everyone started celebrating with champagne. Nick and I didn't get a chance to talk in the car with his best man sitting with us in the front. Well Nick insisted saying he doesn't know the roads. Now here in our reception he's sipping his glass champagne with a phone to his ears. What do I want to talk about? Nothing. Just that I'm feeling all alone in my own wedding. Chrissy was busy flirting with Mark of course. Poor guy he stood stiff not even sparing her a smile.
Nick's best man. Who's name I found out is Alex came running to stand next to him. "Hey man! You know... I never thought you'd be the first among us three to get married first" he said and burst out laughing as Nick stood glaring at him. "OK.... so, what if Daniel gets to know?" He asked smirking. His other best friend.
And I tensed. Shit! Cara..... what if she gets to know?! "They won't. Daniel's in Greece. In my private island, remember? They won't get to know" he said the last sentence looking at me.
"Oh. Alright. Your mom sent me here. When will you both have your first dance? Poor women she's scared to ask her own son!" He said and left.
Nick offered me his hand for a dance, and I gave my hand.
It was not even a complete minute.We didn't even dance for one entire minute. He just made actions saying he doesn't know to dance and walked out of the dance floor pulling me along as I walked behind him.Oh, and before that after I threw my bouquet which of course Chrissy caught pushing all the girls in her way. Then came the garter toss. He quickly refused to do it. I mean yeah, its awkward but when asked for, he refused! I mean it was so embarrassing. Forget the garter. We didn't even kiss inside the church. I thought Bride and Groom are supposed to kiss. But he whispered in my ear that it's just a western culture and that he's among one of those who'd like to keep it out of the Church. Everyone were giving me such pitiful looks. And the cake cutting was horrible! I wanted to thrust the entire cake piece into his mouth, but he understood my actions and gave me a glare. I'm tolerating this only because we are in front of everyone. And the worst part is I find it sexy when he's glaring at me, controlling me. All these BDSM movies are getting to my mind!
"Sean... yeah.... just finish him. He's of no use to us now!" I heard him talking to someone on phone. Though he was whispering I could hear him clearly, because I was standing too close to him.
"Who are you talking about Nick?!" I pulled his arm. And he shook his head. That meant I better not interfere. I huffed turning away from him.
Mafia my ass! He's my husband now. He's supposed to tell me everything! Argh! I moved away from him. And moreover, everyone's eating, and he wants to just stand looking at them. And how can I eat alone?! But he's not hungry and he didn't even ask me. It's my wedding and I haven't eaten myself. You might be thinking, for a girl who didn't want to get married, I sure am demanding a lot. Aren't I?
I found Chrissy again doing some antics in front of Mark and I went to her.
"I'm sorry Mark... if my friend is irritating you" I said laughing at her while she stood with her hands on her hip glaring at me. Aaaaand.... something new I observed was that Mark was trying to control his blush. Na-ah! I'm very good at observing such things."Stop laughing bitch! I'm trying to get him to agree to go on a date with me. I'm not even proposing a relationship or marriage. Just a date" she said and she was close to tears. And she sure is drunk. This is getting serious now. Poor girl! She never approached anyone or even looked at any guy. Mark is the first.
Mark started panicking. His now stiff form was now startled looking at her tears. Oh-oh. He cares! Silly boy! "I will.... we could go on a date.. if I get free or some time away from work." He said and she gave a broad smile.
"Oh don't worry. I can talk to Nick about that!" I said excitedly and moved away from them too....
Looks like I'm the most unwanted person in my own wedding. I quickly got myself a plate and filled it with a bit of everything and sat down on a chair with a satisfied smile. Thank god no one's sitting around this table. I kept thrusting everything into my mouth. I don't care if I don't look like a lady or if my lipstick got smudged. Just my husband is an ass! I had a glass of champagne. Now this huge dinner and four glasses of wine. Just yummy!
I took another glass of wine and just sat alone in the far end of the hall. What's going to happen now?
"Shall we leave?" I heard a familiar voice. And a familiar face with a smirk playing on his lips. Nick stood right in front of me. Now he knows me, now he remembers me huh?
"I'm not coming anywhere with you!" I said folding my arms across my chest.
"Awwww... why? Is my baby angry with me?" He asked in a cute yet sexy voice.
"Don't you dare call me that! What kind of a husband are you?!" I whisper yelled and my last statement seemed to anger him, but I continued though. "You won't talk to me. You won't look at me. OK. It that's not a reason, it sounds silly. But.... you didn't even kiss me! What could all these people be thinking?! And you didn't even remove my garter. I had actually worn it just above my kneecap only for you, so that it could be easy for you. Forget it! It's all just a waste. And then cake?! Cake cutting my ass! You were slicing me with your glares. I'm sure everyone would've noticed that. You were the one to convince me, right? Where are all your promises now huh?!" I asked and took a deep breath after such a long speech.
"Well that's not exactly good manners to shove a cake into someone's mouth! And about the garter. Whatever we did was Greek tradition. And the garter thing was not important. And to top it off and I can't pull your skirt up and show your legs to every man present here. Talk and look was just a lie. And about the kiss?" He asked and I waited for him to answer that one.
But he suddenly grabbed me by the neck and sat on his one knee and pulled me to sit on his other thigh. Kissing me like never before. Sparks exploding all over my body. I held on to his collar in my completely dazed state. His lips so soft. Our first kiss as a married couple.
"Did you enjoy kissing your husband?" He asked as he pulled back, with the same lust filled eyes. "Just wait for some more time.... until tonight" he said winking at me as I still sat on him.... tonight... our wedding night!
Evelyn's POVWe got into the waiting limousine and.... drove to I don't know where. I didn't take part much in my wedding preparations. soo... and I don't even know if I'm going to even have a "honeymoon"! I looked to my right to see him staring right back at me."We will be staying at my penthouse today. And tomorrow we will leave tooo.... uhm. I'll tell you tomorrow" he said with a gentle smile trying to reassure me that everything's going to be okay."Your penthouse?" I asked. The one where he takes his women?"No.. no... this is a new one. It's my hotel. The one that me and Daniel have in partnership. I only bought it for you. I mean for after the wedding. Our house will be ready by the time we come back... and it's not.. thaaat penthouse.""Yeah... such a long explanation" I said chuckling at his nervous state."What I wanted to say was that there's no other women. Before? Yes. But not now. And it's a
Evelyn's POV"Where would you like to go for lunch ma'am?" My cute little personal bodyguard Oliver asked. Personal bodyguard?! I know right? Very irritating. I mean what was the need?"Stop calling me Ma'am, Oliver!" I said strictly.But no use."Sorry ma'am. We are not allowed to" Ugh! I went towards the car while Oliver was already holding the door open for me. How sweet!But my mood soon turned dim looking at the number of cars and bodyguards behind me.I haven't yet gotten used to it. It's kinda creepy with so many men following you."You're here to see that everything is of my convenience, right?" I asked him."Yes ma'am" he said in his usual clipped tone."So Livvy....." I used that name purposely to annoy him. But that has no effect on him. "I don't want those men following me!" I told with my eyes narrowed at him."I'm sorry ma'am. We cannot do that. Mr. Perkins' orders" he said with his goggle
NICHOLAS'S POVAll this happened because of Oliver. He should've told me that he's bringing her to that restaurant. I'd stay a kilometer away from where she was. And to top it off Barbara is soo clingy! Did she have to hug me only when she, my wife was there, and I, like a fool held on to her thinking that she's hurt. Thank God I moved out of that place, otherwise she wouldn't even think before kissing me. Who was she? No one important!EVELYN'S POVWhere the hell am I? This white place looks like a fucking hospital!"We are in my private jet?" Nicholas answered guessing the question my mind."What?!" I abruptly got up from my sleeping position. I looked around me confirming what he said. "Where are we going?" I asked him."You forgot? I asked to pack your clothes for our honeymoon remember?" He asked making me gasp."But...... bu-" I stopped myself. I myself don't know what I want. I did want to go e
Nicholas's POV"I don't understand why haven't you guys finished this yet?! You don't even have a lead Mark!" I screamed into the phone."Sir we tried, but every lead is a dead end!" Mark said back with frustration. I don't care."I've no idea what you're going to do. But I want it sorted out quickly. Who was that guy who just walked into my wedding trying to spoil it, and none of you were aware of his actions if I hadn't alerted you. Forget him! He just died last week. What about those men who were following Eve at the mall? Thankfully they didn't attack, and your reason was that we had less men. What if they had actually attacked? I don't understand how my father chose you all to protect me?! Or to even enter into this field!" This shut him up, I guess.I was still waiting for him when suddenly I felt like I was being watched or someone's.... presence."Mark I'll call you back" I whispered and cut the call immediately.
Evelyn's POV"Are you packed?" He asked."Yeah... done. Uhm... Nick? Can we go home?" I asked."That is where we are going" he said in a matter of fact tone."Home... I mean my home... you know" I said. He nodded his head understanding what I meant. "I've to collect few more clothes of mine and then we could go home" I said nervously.He's going to agree right? Who cares, I'll go by myself."Sure. We'll collect your clothes and then go home ok?" He asked and I nodded giving him a smile.He deserves it... I mean he's trying to impress me by agreeing to everything I say. So, I can at least smile. Ok yeah it hurt when he didn't reply when I asked about OUR love life. But it didn't start as a love story like theirs. It was an arranged business deal all the while..........It took almost three hours until we reached New York. I was sleeping next to Nick while he kept looking at me
Evelyn's POVI heard a few hard knocks and then the banging! Who is it?!"You!""You!"I heard two familiar voices at the same time. Oh oh! Shit!"What are you doing here?""What are you doing here?" I heard them ask each other again at the same time as I ran down the stairs.Oh God why?!She stood there glaring at him and for the first time I saw Nick being speechless. She was assessing him from head to toe noticing his shirt. Those missing buttons which flew away as I tore his shirt apart. And his tousled hair. Ugh!"Aaaah... come in." He finally said and she took a quick look of the living room. I knew it. I was just packing everything; it might look to her as though...... we were doing... 'stuff'? Here in the living room. Well that's what it looks like with all the things thrown on the floor. Most of the things were fallen or broken. Isn't it embarrassing!? I think I should make myself know
Evelyn's POV'Oh gosh... my husband is such a fool', I thought as I ran upstairs to bring the key to the back door. I usually don't use the back door, only when I've to clean. Finally, my back door is of some use.I unlocked the door and ran outside with a grin trying to find Nick. What were they saying? Too many people... that's why they are behind some tree? Big tree...? I thought and looked to my side. Great! There I find Nick and Mark conversing with each other."NICK!" I screamed. He turned back with a shocked face."How the fu*k did you get here?! Didn't I lock you inside?" Nick looked at me with confusion and anger. Let me tell you really angry."Yes Jerk, you did!" I was walking screaming at him.When I reached him, I stood right in front of him glaring at him."How- how the fuck did you even come out?!" He asked furiously."Remember it's my house! I do have a back door, you smartass" I smirked
Evelyn's POVAfter that torture scene, Nick brought me to our room. "Are you fine now?" He asked with concern lacing his voice. Watching Mark hurt that man felt like I was in a trauma."Yeah. I'll be fine" I whispered with a sigh."Is something wrong sweetheart? I mean.... I know that you've seen people die right in front of your eyes. And I don't think that seemed to bother you before…" He asked confused."Yeah, I know... I know. It's just that... that man seemed oddly familiar. Like he was my own... something I just don't remember". I said. I tried. I tried so much… to remember him but I can't. "Nick, I want remember him. I know, I know him. Just can't remember where I saw him" I said with a cry."Eve, just calm down. Like I told you that man was following you every day, maybe that's why he seems familiar. Don't worry too much about it" He said rubbing my arm. "But I don't like it when you're near him. That bloody o