Lora arched a brow at Vanessa’s words, this wedding will surely be sessful and there’s no two ways about it..


    Maybe Vanessa should just give up on Kyle since thetter doesn’t even spare her a nce at all, he was getting married today and every news channel was talking about it..


    “If you say so Vanessa, at least why don’t we go and watch this drama that is about to unfold”


    ***


    Mia excused herself from Arya’s bedroom as soon as her friend came in..


    Chloe’s eyes rounded in awe, taking in the beauty in front of her, Arya was a beautifuldy no doubt, but today she glowed even more..


    “Arya you look amazing”


    Arya stared her reflection and forced a small smile, she herself knew that she was breathtaking but a little part of her heart hoped this was a real marriage..


    “Chloe I can’t shake off this negative feeling that something is wrong or is about to go wrong, this doesn’t feel right” She got up from her sitting position in front of the mirror..


    Chloe pulled Arya’s chin up staring keenly at her “Nothing will go wrong trust me..”


    ***


    Bryan straightened Kyle’s cor and stepped back to take a full look at his friend..


    Kyle snorted and turned back to stare at his reflection in the mirror..


    “You should be happy Kyle.. today is your big day”


    Kyle sent Bryan a cold and chilling re, how could he be happy at a time like this? Arya’s dad hasn’t been found yet and it’s been a while he spoke to her because he couldn’t bring himself to face her after hiding such an important thing from her..


    “I’m doing this for my son and also to clear my name from the scandal.. she has no idea her dad is missing and I can’t tell her now or else she’ll back out of this wedding”


    Bryan patted Kyle’s back, he wasn’t okay with the way Kyle kept the truth away from his wife but he could also understand what his friend meant by doing this..


    Regardless of all that, he was truly happy that Kyle the loner was finally tying the knot with Arya, even though he imed to be getting married to her for his son’s sake he still believed that they can make this marriage work out..


    “I’m happy for you man.. by the way aren’t you curious to see what your bride looks like today? I’m sure she must have spent all her time looking all pretty”


    Kyle sneered inwardly, pretty my foot! he was so sure that she wouldn’t put all her effort into looking good since she despised him so much..


    “Or if you don’t want to get married to her anymore.. I can take your ce” Bryan joked and crackled up inughter which Kyle didn’t find funny at all..


    “If she doesn’t get married to me.. then she won’t even spare you a nce”


    ***


    The church’s entrance was adorned with a stunning floral arch overflowing with white roses, peonies, and hydrangeas.


    The delicate petals and soft colors set the tone for a ssic and sophisticated celebration.


    The aisle was lined up with candles and more exquisite flowers.


    The pews were dressed in elegant white covers, ented with subtlece and ribbons. The atmosphere was warm and intimate, with soft lighting and the sweet scent of blooming flowers filled the air.


    The wedding arch, adorned with more flowers and greenery, stood proudly at the front of the church awaiting the arrival of the bride.


    Kyle checked his wrist watch and wondered why Arya wasn’t here yet, it’s been quite a while since he got to the alter..


    Kyle stood tall and dashing in his tailored white tuxedo, he awaited the arrival of his bride at the altar with a mix of nervousness, and anticipation.


    He tried to look ted about the wedding to avoid suspicion of any kind..


    He stood with his feet shoulder-width apart, his weight evenly distributed on both feet, exuding confidence and poise.


    Bryan leaned closer to Kyle who was obviously getting impatient by waiting, he was never one to wait for someone and that too for ady..


    “Rx.. I’m sure they’re almost here”


    Kyle sighed he waited, he took slow deep breaths, his chest rising and falling with each inhale and exhale.


    His eyes never left the entrance of the cathedral, his gaze fixed on the spot where Arya would soon appear.


    A subtle sense of nervous energy radiated from him, betrayed only by the slight tapping of his foot and the almost imperceptible clenching and unclenching of his fists.


    Different thoughts ran through his mind on what could be keeping her out, he could see his mum speaking softly to someone over the phone..


    Yet, his overall demeanor remained calm andposed even though he was getting annoyed as the seconds ticked by..


    “Did she ditch me on our wedding day?” Kyle murmured which Bryan heard and nearly bursted outughing..


    “Well if she ditched you, who is that damseling in?”


    Kyle diverted his gaze to the door and truly she came in with his dad..N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive ? material.


    Arya tucked her hand into her father-inw’s bent elbow, sadly her own dad couldn’t make it due to his health condition..


    She had always dreamt of the day when her dad will walk her down the aisle to give her away to the man she truly loves..


    ***


    Kyle cleared his throat when she stood beside him to gain her attention..


    “Well you’re not that ugly I guess” he whispered beneath his breath only to receive a re in return..


    “Are you really going to start this now? you’re so unbelievable!”


    Kyle chuckled, he didn’t want to give her a fullpliment otherwise her head might explode in excitement..


    Ray’s grin never left his face as he stared at the two who were finally going to get married, now all his friends will believe him whenever he tells them that he has a mum..


    Martin sneaked into the cathedral and took thest seat at the back, his parents didn’t care to attend the wedding because of the hate they harbored for the couples but he couldn’t bring himself to stay back while his cousin was getting married..


    He chose to take a sit at the back so Kyle doesn’t get annoyed or cause a scene today of all days because of his presence..


    “So Mr Kyle Anderson, I noticed you’ve been avoiding me for thest two days is anything the matter? or are you perhaps hiding something from me?”


    Kyle avoided her interrogative stare and turned to the archbishop who cleared his throat for the attention of the couple..


    He shed them a small smile before he began his speech..


    “We’ve all gathered for the solemnization of holy matrimony between Kyle Anderson and Arya Carter to….


    “Stop!” A soft yet powerful feminine voice resonated from the back..


    Everyone turned their necks behind them to take a look at the person who would dare to stop this wedding before it even began..


    Thedy made soft clicks as she walked elegantly, she was putting on a red thin strap gown that hugged her body perfectly entuating her curves, her long ck hair was curled and let loose to fall on her shoulder..


    Kyle’s body stiffened when his eyes met the calm brown eyes that once drove him crazy just by staring into it years ago..


    There was a few murmuring as the guests wondered who the otherdy was, only the Anderson’s and those very close to them knew who she was..


    They all stared at her in shock and unbelief, she was none other than Ray’s birth mother Charlotte!


    Wasn’t she dead? what on earth was she doing here on such an important day as this?!


    Her red lips curled up with a small painful smile “I’m back Kyle.. but I guess I came back a bit toote right?” Her eyes teared up..


    Arya couldn’t believe her eyes, even if she had always wanted thisdy to return, she hadn’t expected it be on this day..


    She looked towards Kyle who was not moving from his position or blinking his eyes, she took his palm in hers and gave it a tight squeeze..


    Charlotte understood the little gesture Arya just did now, she forced a smile while tears flowed down freely from her face..


    “Maybe I shouldn’t have bothereding here.. enjoy your new life” She turned around and started walking away hurriedly..


    As soon as she turned around leaving, Kyle snapped out of his daze, he made an attempt to step forward but stopped seeing his hand sped together with Arya..


    He looked at the direction where Charlotte just left and pulled off his hand from Arya’s sp..


    Kyle sent her an apologetic look before running out of the cathedral shocking everyone..


    “Kyle!” She yelled out his name but he never turned back for once, her feet gave way and she fell to the floor..


    Bryan instinctively supported her to avoid her hurting herself..