That morning, before Ellie left home with Edward, she stood in front of the mirror, admiring herself. She wore a long white gown which was an exquisite piece of artistry, crafted from the finest silk, Her hair was curled in waves, dangling down her neck. She wore a silver necklace which was gotten for her by Edward to compliment the dress. She looked like a fairy princess she had always been before her mother passed away.Her mother, a designer, always made sure she adorned her with beautiful dresses. The gown she was putting on was the sketch she had drawn a day before her mother died and was planning to show her the night she was burnt to death. The thought of her mother made tears rolled down her eyes, bringing back the memories of her childhood with her mother. Ellie felt that day was a big day for her. In memory of her deceased mother, she had replicated the sketch into the dress she was putting on. She had thought that day was a day that would bring ease to her worried soul, a d

"What? I don't understand what you are talking about," Ellie said to Clinton, who was still kneeling in front of her."I love you so much, Ellie. I have been meaning to tell you this, but I didn't know how you would react, which is why I stopped myself from telling you. But now, I can't hide it anymore," Clinton explained."Were you aware of this?" Natalia, who was in the dark, asked her husband, Collins."He actually told me about his feelings for her and his intention to propose just a few days ago," Collins responded."And you didn't notify me? I would have somehow prepared her mind. I am sure she is shocked and confused right now," she said.Ellie, who was confused, just stood still. She didn't know what to do. All eyes were on her, waiting to hear her response. She didn't want to embarrass Clinton in public and at the same time, didn't want to betray Edward. She looked in the direction of Edward, whose eyes were on her, and she could see jealousy in his eyes and him waiting for h

"How can he will his property to a dead girl?", Sophia said loudly. "Will you lower your voice? What if someone hears you? He doesn't know they died 10 years ago. When I first heard he was looking for her, I had doubt that maybe the daughter survived and which is why I asked Jack to run an investigation on the girl. Jack came back with no record of the girl and I have also been keeping track on the investigator your father tasked with the responsibility but he hasn't found anything yet", Stephanie said. "Since nobody seems to have confirmed she is alive, is there a need for us to be worried? I am sure she and her mother died in that fire 10 years ago. Let's leave this and talk about how to save my marriage with Edward", Sophia responded, feeling relaxed. "No need to be worried? Did you even think as to why your father started his search for her? Don't you think at all?", Stephanie yelled at her daughter, shaking her head. "Maybe he remembered her or something. He might had actuall

"Don't come close to me", Ellie yelled, trying to get up from the bed and head to the exit. But before she could get up from the bed, Kevin moved towards her in a swift, and pinned her down on the bed, with no way for her to escape. "Please, don't do this", Ellie begged with tears in her eyes. "I am sorry, my love. You brought this upon yourself", Kevin said, leaning in. Ellie fought as hard as she could to stop Kevin but she couldn't overpower him due to his strength. And right there at that moment, Ellie was raped and molested. Despite Ellie's plead and cries, Kevin didn't stop."You are still as sweet as you used to", Kevin said as soon as he got up from the bed, after having raped Ellie. Ellie just laid on the bed, motionless, with tears in her eyes, overwhelmed by the horror of what had just transpired between them. On the day she was getting married and was supposed to be the happiest day of her life, she felt utterly broken. How could she have allowed for this to happen? At t

"Today, I am here to join you two together as husband and wife. Can we proceed to sharing the vows and exchanging the rings?", the priest, who was a man in his early 50 asked. "Yes, you can", Edward responded, with joy evident in his voice and on his face, after getting a confirmation from Ellie that the ceremony could take-off. "So, can the groom go ahead and say his vows?", the priest asked. "Ellie, I knew you were the one who would bring my life to completion the moment I laid eyes on you. I'm not just standing here taking your hand in marriage; I'm also promising you my undying love. I promise to be your best friend, your steadfast ally, and your constant companion. I pledge to support you at your highs and lows, to rejoice in every victory, no matter how tiny, and to share in your pleasures and sorrows", Edward said, pausing. "I promise to love you unconditionally, to always treat you with dignity and respect, and to treasure each day that we have together. I promise to be a