The Torralba's mansion was sparkling everywhere as guest made their way into it. Chandeliers lit up the whole place giving it a soft glow and the whole place was covered with flowers. The guest entered dressed elegantly and it was just a matter of time before the ceremony began. Jordan makes her way to where Diego is seated in midnight blue dress, holding her hair in a messy bun enhancing her face. Hi Diego, she said as she took her seat. You look gorgeous, he complimented and she giggled and they proceeded with their conversations. Christian was in a cream suit with a rose and his blond hair was style up perfectly. I must admit he looks good , Jordan said. The lights went off only to be illuminated on Ella as she made her way down the stairs holding her gown up, walking steadly but elegantly. Her red hair was curled up. Both Diego and Christian couldn't take their eyes off her. When she finally touched down from the stairs, she made her way towards Christian. Now facing, You look breathtaking,he said. She raised her head looking at him with her eyes blinking and said thanks then the ceremony began with the exchange of rings. Later on they both walked around and greeted the guests. Jordan quickly wraps her hands around her with tears glistening from her eyes, you look so beautiful, she told her. Why are you trying to cry , she asked. Well cause your beauty is hurting my eyes she said making Ella smile. You know you are supposed to be happy today but here you are still keeping that poker face on , she told her observation and release Ella from her embrace. Come off it, Jordan, stop behaving like a crybaby, you will ruin your makeup,she warned. I don't care about my makeup all l care about is you, she replied. Congratulations, Diego extended his hands for a handshake which she gave him. When did we reach this stage, Ella thought. You know maybe l should stay back here don't you think, Jordan voiced out. Why, she was questioned. Cause l want to be close to you, you are just four months old and l'm leaving after promising l will go to all your antenatal session with you, she answered. Don't worry about that,l will be fine just don't miss this opportunity, Ella advised. Excuse me guys, someone wants to meet Ella, Anna informed taking her away. Congrats man, you finally on the way of getting it done Josh said as he playfully hit Christian on his shoulders. Thanks bro but l'm yet to win her heart, he reminded him. Just then Jordan passed by, Josh holds her hand and takes her away from where he and Christian were standing. What is the meaning of this, she snapped. Do you mean to tell me that all those while you never even for once loved me , he enquired. You know it's like you like been hurt over and over again, it was all planned from the beginning so l make sure to shield myself before playing that dangerous game with you, she told him. You really enjoy making me suffer don't you, he said frustrated. I don't want to say this but yes, yes l love seeing you in pain and l enjoy every bit pf it and never let me repeat this to you again, she warned. Ok, let's do this, you have punished me already why don't we let go of the past and start all over again, he pleaded. No fucking way in hell am l ever going to start afresh with, l told you already it was gamble that l took and you fell for the bait, l don't love you get that into your thick skull, goodbye, she said leaving him behind. He punched the wall making his knuckles bleed as she walked out on him. Go and get that cleaned up before you continue punching and destroy my wall, Chris said walking away from him. One thing tho don't do anything you will regret, he advised. I won't, already learnt my lesson, Josh said.
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I'm so tried , Ella said out loud as she made her way to the bathroom. Soaking herself inside the bathtub filled with warm water relaxed her stressed muscles, allowing her mind to wander down the past leading to her present state. Never had l thought in my wildest dreams this would ever happen to me, she allowed her doubt. She stokes her baby bump affectionately for the first time with tears streaming down her face. Little baby, mommy knows you are innocent and she will try her best to love you even if it proves difficult, she said. Her phone rings, she picks up knowing the call was from Jordan. Hey girl, she said tiredly. What's up, Jordan said. Nothing much, just taking my bath, she answered. Okay, I'll talk to you later have a good night rest, she wished. Sure, sweet dreams, she responded and hanged up. She picks herself up slowly from the bathtub allowing tears flow. Under normal conditions she was supposed to be happy for her wedding that was in just four weeks but she couldn't help but feel downcast. Standing in front of her mirror and looking at herself, l'm never gonna let anyone take advantage of me and make me this vulnerable again, she promised herself wiping her tears.
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Ella woke up the next day late, with her aching body she drags herself downstairs to grab a bite. She went straight into the kitchen and made herself a cup of tea and toast, she was heading back to her room when Anna asked for her to join her and her mother in the living room. Making her retrace her steps dragging her feet to where they were seated. She takes a seat facing them, dear of you are that far off you won't be able to see what we want to show you, come and sit here, Anna said tapping the space between her and Cynthia. Feeling awkward she adjust herself between tgem in the meantime Anna picks up a magazine and hands it over to Ella. These are the latest design of wedding gowns so you can choose from the lot what you want and you can tell me if you want anything altered in either of them, she informed her. Ok? Maybe you have a design that you already have in mind or you have your eyes on any gown you can just let us know, her mom offered. Ella just flip's through the magazine without any reaction or saying anything. If you don't like a y of these you can just tell me how you want it to be, Anna said. Look there is no need to fuss over it, just pic whatever you like and l will wear it, just please make sure my belly doesn't become visible, Ella said trying to get up only to be held back by her mom earning a look from her. Look baby girl, it's your wedding, she said. One l was forced into, she glared. Or maybe Nock will just design one for you, Anna suggested brushing off what Ella had just said. Whatever, she replied and walked out with her tea and toast with her. Nick l think we might be using your designs again, Anna said over the phone.