Novel & Cerita Marry Myself

I stand alone in the hallway, staring at Emma Morrison's memorial plaque. Eight years old. Blonde curls. Blue eyes. A sister Daniel couldn't save. And Ava—four years old, blonde curls, blue eyes. The daughter of a woman who's teaching everyone around her that love means risk. My phone buzzes. Elena: ‘I can't marry him. I can't do it.’ I type back: ‘I know. Come over. Bring wine.’ Another buzz. ‘I failed myself. Again.’ ‘You may have slipped but you’re still moving forward. Now come over before I eat all the good stuff without you.’

Not like this. “Naomi,” I muttered. But as the engine roared to life, a bitter truth crept in. I didn’t know if my father would even defend me. He never had before. And if he chose her too… then I truly had no one. But this time, I wouldn’t be quiet. Not anymore. I have to make things right—if not for this marriage, then at least for myself.

"But you're mine, Lily. You've been mine since the day we met." "People don't belong to other people." "Don't they?" His smile is sad. "You belonged to me the moment you said yes to our first date. You just didn't realize it yet." The words chill me because there's truth in them. I did lose myself in our relationship, gradually and then all at once. "I want myself back." "There is no self without me. Don't you understand? We're one person now. Husband and wife, two halves of a whole." "That's not how marriage works."

I picked it up and held it tight, the glass cool against my skin. Everything I thought I knew, everything I worked for, shattered in one night. And I had no idea how to put myself back together. Or if I even wanted to. The night stretched on, quietly except for my own ragged breathing. Diana's building loomed ahead, but I could not make myself get out yet. Not until I figured out how to say the words out loud. My sister. My fiancé. Three days before the wedding. How do you even start over from that?

Anyway, as the moonlight fades and the stars twinkle above, I want to express my heartfelt thanks again to each and every one of you. “I Married My EX”—a story filled with love, revenge, and mystical lupine magic—has now reached its final chapter. Drew and Jette’s journey unfolded through moonlit forests, ancient grudges, and surprising twists. Your unwavering support, your laughter shared in secret, and your whispered encouragement fueled my imagination.

My mind went blank, and I grabbed her hand, asking, "Will you marry me? Grandma wants to see me get married before she leaves this world." Megan froze, and I suddenly realized what I had just asked of her. I let go of her hand and was about to apologize when I heard her say, "Sure. I always carry my ID with me." When Brenda called me, the staff was already guiding Megan and me through a souvenir photoshoot, which we both found quite awkward. Hearing Brenda's custom ringtone, I couldn't help but space out for a moment. Next to me, Megan was starting to look uneasy, too.

I promise myself I am determined …. But right now the other side of the door… is going to decide my fate , my marriage .

I can handle this as long as I get Kaden at the end of it. The nausea returns with full force and I have to use everything in me to hold it back, every bit of strength to not run back outside and throw up. I have to fight it. I need to marry Kaden. I must do it! I need him. ~*~ “I now pronounce you husband and wife!” Oh my holy mother of God! I’m honest to God, married! With the ring and everything! Mrs Annabell Stephanie Adora Gray. I am such a grown up!

“Yeah i did sis, noting passes me by.” Another sigh escapes my lips, i guess i am really that easy to read. “Like i said earlier, i am not ready. I am not ready to marry someone i have barely seen not talk of love. What if i meet my mate and i am already married to that ruthless man, will i able to leave him for my own love and if i decide to satisfy my own selfish desire, what will become of the peace our pack will gain from the marriage. Oh dear brother my heart and mind is in turmoil.” i kicked another pebble but with much force this time.

I would not spend my life with a partner who despised me. Jared always wanted to reply, but I cut him off before he could speak. “Listen to me carefully. I refuse to maintain my position through marriage. No matter how difficult things get, I can solve the problems by myself and I will. I will give everything in everything I do. I can develop the Wouri River Pack to higher heights without needing marriage."