Minnie POV
I sat in front of the mirror, staring at myself in my white wedding dress. For a few seconds, I couldn't believe the girl looking back at me was really me. I thought about everything that had happened over the past few years. I had achieved my dreams, my parents were happy, Sara had become a successful makeup artist in Paris, and I had become a top model. And now, I was getting married to Will. I smiled at my reflection and whispered, "Minnie, you finally did it."
My eyes slowly filled with tears, but Sara immediately noticed and said, "Minnie, don't cry! My makeup is going to get ruined. You are so lucky to have a top makeup artist doing your wedding makeup!" I laughed and looked up to control my tears while she gently wiped them with a cotton pad.
I stood up and looked at my gown properly. Zoe had specially customized it for me, and it was even more beautiful than I had imagined. The white lace, long flowing skirt, and delicate details made me feel like I was living in a dream.
As the morning passed, Will's family, relatives, and friends came to wish me. Shankar Uncle and Aunty arrived with Tara, and they wished me luck. Tara looked at me and said, "So finally you're going to marry him. You're so lucky."
I rolled my eyes at her, and Uncle immediately laughed and said, "Don't listen to her, Minnie. Just enjoy your day." I smiled, and suddenly I heard a familiar voice calling my name. I turned around and my eyes widened.
"Maya?" She came running toward me and hugged me tightly. "Oh my God, Minnie! You look so beautiful! How are you?" she asked. I hugged her back and smiled. "I'm good, Maya. It's been so long. How are you?" She wiped her tears and told me that she had opened her own coffee shop and that it was doing really well.
I smiled proudly and said, "I'm so proud of you, Maya." She suddenly grinned and said, "You know, everyday some handsome boys come to my coffee shop" I laughed and shook my head. "You never changed, Maya. At least find a boyfriend." She smiled confidently and said, "Of course, I will." I laughed, thinking that some things really never changed.
A little later, Caroline, Alice, Enzo, and Theo arrived. Caroline immediately hugged me and said, "Minnie, we are all so happy for you." I smiled and hugged her back. Then I looked at Alice, who stood quietly for a moment before coming toward me. She looked nervous and said, "Minnie, I'm really sorry for what I did before."
I gently held her hand and smiled. "Alice, the past is the past. Let's forget it." Her eyes filled with tears as she hugged me, and I hugged her back. Looking at everyone around me, I suddenly realized how strange and beautiful life could be. Some people had once been part of my painful memories, but today they were standing beside me on one of the happiest days of my life.
Then Mom and Dad came into the room. The moment Mom saw me, her eyes filled with tears, and she walked toward me and hugged me tightly. "You look so beautiful, dear," she whispered. I smiled and said, "Thank you, Mom."
Dad stood beside us with a proud smile and said, "My little girl is getting married. I'm so happy." I hugged him too, and Mom wiped her tears before saying, "I'm going to miss you, Minnie." I held her hand and smiled. "Don't worry, Mom. I'll come and see you every month."
She smiled through her tears, and Dad joked, "She'll come every week if you keep crying like this." We all laughed, and Mom lightly hit his arm. Just then, Luna appeared and looked at me with wide eyes. "Wow, Sister-in-law, you look so beautiful! I think my brother is going to faint when he sees you." Everyone laughed, and Luna took my hand. "Come on, it's time."
My smile slowly disappeared as nervousness took over. I could hear my heartbeat as I walked toward the wedding hall with Sara and Luna behind me. I took a deep breath before stepping outside, and the moment I saw the hall, I froze. It was simple and elegant, filled with white and purple flowers, soft lights, candles, and beautiful decorations. The sea was visible beyond the open side of the hall, and the sound of the waves made everything feel even more peaceful.
I saw Will standing at the end of the aisle in a black suit. He looks very handsome in a black three-piece suit. He wears a black jacket with shiny lapels, a matching vest with four buttons, and a white shirt with a black tie. A small white flower and a white pocket square on his jacket finish his wedding look.
The moment his eyes met mine, everything else disappeared. His eyes were filled with so much love that I couldn't stop smiling. I slowly walked toward him with a white rose bouquet in my hands, looking around at everyone I loved. My parents were sitting together with happy tears in their eyes, while Will's parents were smiling proudly. Sara was already crying behind me, and Luna was trying her best not to cry. This was exactly what I had wanted-a simple wedding surrounded by the people who truly mattered to us.
When I finally reached Will, he held out his hand and I placed mine in his. He looked at me and whispered, "You look beautiful, love." I smiled and whispered back, "You don't look too bad either." He laughed softly, and I couldn't help smiling.
The priest began the ceremony, and when he asked Will, "Do you take Miss Minnie..." Will immediately said, "I do." Everyone burst into laughter, and I looked at him in disbelief. "You couldn't even wait?" I whispered.
He smiled and said, "I already knew my answer." When the priest turned toward me, I didn't even let him finish the question before saying, "I do!" Everyone laughed again, and I covered my face, embarrassed. Will leaned closer and whispered, "You really wanted to marry me, didn't you?" I looked at him and whispered, "Shut up," while trying not to laugh.
Sara handed us the rings, and Will gently took my hand before slipping the ring onto my finger. My hands were shaking, but his smile made me feel calm. I then took his ring and placed it on his finger. When the priest finally said, "You may kiss the bride,"
I immediately looked down shyly. Sara called from behind me, "Minnie, look up! It's your Husband!" Everyone laughed, and I finally looked at Will. He came closer, smiled, and gently kissed my forehead instead of my lips. My heart melted, and I smiled at him as he whispered, "I love you." I whispered back, "I love you too," and the entire hall filled with cheers and applause.
After the ceremony, it was time for the bouquet toss. All the girls gathered together, ready to catch it. I held the bouquet and smiled before saying, "I'm sorry, girls, but this bouquet already has a name on it." Everyone looked confused, and I looked at Will.
He gave me a small nod, so I walked straight toward Sara and handed her the bouquet. "It's yours, bestie." Sara stared at me in shock, and before she could say anything, Akil walked toward her and got down on one knee.
The entire hall suddenly became quiet as he pulled out a ring and asked, "Sara, will you marry me?" Sara covered her mouth in shock, and tears immediately filled her eyes. "Oh my God, Akil... yes!" she cried. Everyone started cheering as he put the ring on her finger and kissed her. I covered my eyes dramatically and laughed, "Oh my God, get a room!"
Everyone burst out laughing, and Will came beside me and whispered, "Mission completed, love." I looked at him suspiciously and asked, "You two planned this together?" He gave me an innocent smile and said, "Maybe." I shook my head and laughed. "You're impossible." He smiled and replied, "And you married me anyway."
The music slowly started, and Will held out his hand toward me. "May I have this dance with you, Mrs. William?" he asked with a smile. I placed my hand in his and said, "Let's go, Mr. William."
We walked toward the center of the hall, and I placed my hands on his shoulders while he gently held me. As we slowly danced, I looked around the hall and thought about how much my life had changed. I remembered the girl I used to be, the girl who had been hurt, who carried so much pain, and who once believed that happiness wasn't meant for her. There were so many moments when I wondered if I would ever truly move on from my past. But then Will came back into my life, and slowly, I learned how to trust, love, dream, and smile again. He didn't erase everything I had been through; he simply stayed beside me while I learned how to heal.
A tear slipped from the corner of my eye, and Will noticed immediately. "Are you alright, love?" he asked softly. I nodded and smiled through my tears. "I'm just happy. I feel lucky to have you, Will." He smiled and gently rested his forehead against mine. "I'm the one who's lucky, love," he whispered. I closed my eyes for a moment and listened to the music around us. Our families were laughing, our friends were celebrating, Sara was showing everyone her new ring, and Luna was teasing Akil. I looked around and realized that this was the life I had once been afraid I would never have.
I had spent so much time thinking about everything I had lost, but standing there in Will's arms, I finally understood that my story was never only about the things I lost. It was about everything I found along the way. I found myself, my dreams, my family, friends who stayed, and a love that taught me to believe in happiness again. Will gently squeezed my hand, and I looked into his eyes with a smile.
I rested my head against his chest while the music continued around us.
Will looked at me and smiled, and I smiled back through my tears. I knew there would be more days ahead, more dreams to chase, more memories to make, and maybe even more challenges waiting for us. But this time, I wasn't afraid. I had learned that I didn't need someone else to create it for me. Will simply helped me see it when I had forgotten it was there.
I looked at my husband, held his hand, and smiled.
I once wished for a life without pain, but now I wouldn't erase a single chapter. Every broken piece helped me become who I am today and finally i found my light, and this time, i am ready to let it shine.
💜THE END 💜
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Author Note
And finally... we reached the end. 🥹❤️
✨This story has been a journey of love, pain, healing, dreams, and finding yourself again. Minnie went through so many things, but in the end, she learned that sometimes the person we need to find the most is ourselves.
Thank you for staying with Minnie and Will through every chapter, every heartbreak, every smile, and every beautiful moment. Your votes, comments, reads, and support have meant more to me than you know. 🫶🏻
This may be the end of their main story, but it isn't quite goodbye yet... their wedding is waiting for you in the special chapter. 💍🤍
Until then, thank you for being a part of their journey. 💜
- ChocolatyQueen ❤️