Mordecai's standpoint "Her wedding dress got ripped to shred," Meredith whispered. "Oh my," the priest gasped. "Don't worry, Chelsea and I just came back from getting her a replacement. She will be here any minute," and so I waited, counting the seconds as it ticked away on my wristwatch. In exactly fifteen minutes, her party rushed in. I exhaled with relief. I thought this would be a disaster. Her godfather went out since he was to walk her down the aisle. She wanted to pick her mother's brother (Meredith's father) but her godfather took care of her and raised her instead of him so she went with him—not that her uncle mind. My eyes were fixed on the door, peering at it as the music came alive. The wedding meant a lot to me because it was real. One day, she would realize how real my love for her is and appreciate the effort our families and friends put into it. And even if she doesn't, she can get a divorce when I'm dead. "Finally," I breathed out as the door reopened to reveal m
Meredith's standpoint The atmosphere was soothing, the music was pleasant, even the mood was great. Autumn and Mordecai were the only ones dancing, swaying around as everyone watched them. Anyone could effortlessly feel their love taunting everyone's singledom, telling everyone that love was real. I don't think they realize how much they love each other. At least Autumn didn't realize how much she loved him. They were talking about something in a hush, something that was making Autumn blush profusely while he laughed like no man's business. I wonder what people discuss on their wedding day. Mom said I would know when I got there but still. I clicked my tongue and turned my attention to the yellowish liquid in my glass. I suddenly felt like the most single woman in the world. Will I ever get there? "Hey," I flinched, almost springing up from my seat. The person placed his hand on the bare small of my back and his lips were close to my ear, that was why I jumped. The dress I wore was
Autumn's standpoint The wedding was greater than I imagined, I even kissed Chelsea and Mom because of how perfect it went. Everyone gave a toast, most towards me and it made me cry. Chelsea was the one speaking now. "…and since then we have been the best of friends, the greatest of sisters. If I could tell you all Autumn has done for me, we won't leave this place for the next week. All I want to say is Autumn is the greatest and kindest human I have ever met, the sweetest and most considerate. She is everything any man would want, any mother would want for her son, so Mordecai, better treat her right. You have a pot of gold right there, so treasure her. I hope you have the best in your marriage, cheers." Everyone applauded. I stood up and went to hug her once again. I hugged her so tight she couldn't breathe. "Have I told you I love you?" "Have I told you I need to breathe?" She gasped. I giggled and let go of her. "Love you too, sweetie." "Ahem," someone coughed. I looked towards
Sinead's standpoint I angrily scrolled past the trending headlines. Every social media was sharing their wedding pictures and videos. Mordecai and Autumn were more popular than I expected them to be, especially with the tons of celebrities that attended the wedding. The celebrities came from Autumn who knew everyone and anyone, and from Jaxon and her makeup artist friend, Gaia. That woman was well known. I couldn't even enter the media in peace. My plans to sabotage the wedding failed. "Urgh!" I flung my phone on the cabriole sofa, huffing out in annoyance. Pam walked into the living room, her heels clicking against the floor. I was at Pam's. Tara lived with her. "Good morning," I greeted, "ready for work I see," "Yeah, yeah," she said hastily as she ran around looking for her phone. We all went clubbing to make me feel better but turns out I was the only one who didn't end up getting drunk. Tara and Anne disappeared with some random men, sure Anne would regret it later. "Hmm, so
Sinead's standpoint "You have money, you aren't poor and you have your parents yet you destroy yourself over someone else who is struggling more than you are. Do you think her life is candy paradise? Do you think she is lucky? She had to work and still work for her money unlike you who hasn't worked a day in your life. Autumn might get everything she wants when she wants it. She might have the beauty of a goddess and the body of a temptress. She might be married to a man almost every woman wants, but I do not envy her because it's her destiny and grace. Sinead, you cannot kill yourself trying to be like her because you are not her, you are you, you are Sinead Gladys West, not Autumn Glenda Newton; you are not the same person. You have your own destiny and she has hers. Your paths are not the same. You made foolish mistakes, one of them being Mordecai, but I also believe that he is not meant for you, the one for you is out there and might never find you if you remain like this—" "Pame
Autumn's standpoint The world felt so peaceful, I never wanted to wake up from my beautiful slumber. My wedding wasn't just heaven, our first night as a couple was divine. Like I promised him, we made passionate love, slow and steady and frustratingly good. Then we slept off in a tight cuddle, it was just too right. Well, I had to wake up at some point, especially with how empty the bed had been for hours. Cai left and wasn't back so it was getting me worried. After throwing my baggy shirt on, I wore his big shoes and made my way downstairs. I had to have at least one piece of his property on me. I even wore his socks and his belt even if I had no reason to. I needed comfort in case my darling husband left me in bed and left the house just like that. I smiled halfway down the staircase as I heard the sound of a hip-hop song blasting the house down. I jogged all the way down and followed the music to his gym. I opened the door to behold my husband working out. He was shirtless as he
Mordecai's standpoint Finally, I alighted the yacht, angrily stomping my feet until my shoes sank into the sand. I inhaled and shut my eyes to calm myself down. The house was on the other side of the island, so we would have to trek there. "Ma'am, do you need me to carry the bags for you?" I heard one of the men ask. "No, I'm good. So are you guys just going to leave with the yacht?" Autumn asked, her voice thick with sadness. "No, ma'am. See that boat? We'll take the boat back and leave it here. Then when you and Mr. Gabriel are done here, he'll give us a call and we'll rise back with the boat. Hope you understand?" "It's a simple explanation, love, don't sweat it." I paid no attention to anything they said after that. Once they left, I carried her bags and led her deep into the harmless forest. Autumn quietly followed me, trailing behind like her legs were hurting her. I heard her gasp when we passed the creek and then when she saw the house, the beautifully built luxury cottag
Mordecai's standpoint "Jesus, Autumn, stop talking," I said with a laugh. She pinned her lips shut and looked at me from underneath her lashes. So cute. "You are in love with me," I stated as a matter-of-fact. "I am?" "Yes, and I love you too—it feels good to finally say that." "I love you?" She mused. "How did that happen?" She was looking at her nails in amazement. Then she raised her eyes with a grin. "Makes sense." "So, we are officially married and in love?" "And should be kissing away our worries like couples do on their honeymoon," she blinked innocently, "but we need to talk about this island…" "Don't tell me you genuinely hate the island," I whined. "Cai, I love it as much as I do you—wow, it does feel good to say that—but I can't let you waste so much money on my silly desire," I opened my mouth to protest but she pressed her fingers on my lips, "so we are doing something about it. I will contribute to the renovation of the hotel, then we will also create a wall to se