Sleep and Rest

Everyone was here. Everyone who was important to me came.

My dad, Aunt Bernadeth, Bailey, Eian, Uncle Greg, Gelo and my debate team, my coaches and Rupert’s father.

I was wearing a simple white dress reaching just above my knees. My long hair was falling freely behind my back. Rupert was wearing a simple all-white suit and I know he looked good in it.

I looked at Rupert who was holding my hand. I smiled at him while tears were welling up in my eyes. I couldn't clearly see his face aside from the shiny metal ring on his lips. It's frustrating and ever since the wedding ceremony started, I keep wishing to see his face on this special moment.

"Meredith Kaye Santiago," he slid the wedding ring on my finger, "you're so beautiful."

I giggled. He was supposed to say his vow but here he was, complimenting me for the nth time.

"Proceed to your vow, Mr. Santos. I'm quite tired," I murmured before winking at him.

That's the truth. After the debate, I couldn’t deny how weak I was feeling n