We lace our fingers together, holding an intense gaze as she blesses us with a heartfelt epiclesis, filled with warmth and good wishes. Tears well up in my eyes. He’s fighting his too, eyes slightly red, he’s so gangsta, biting on his lip. “Amen,” everyone responds in unison.
I blink my lashes.
As the time for our vows approaches, my heart races again, and Nickoi holds my hand reassuringly.It helps.
“Please face each other as you declare these vows to one another. Zara, you may begin,” the officiant instructs. Ahh bwoy,I’m nervous! I take a deep breath before sharing my vows, and he does the same. The officiant begins the intent, and Nickoi looks at him.
“Do you, Nickoi, take this woman as your wedded wife?”
“I do,” he replies immediately, causing the crowd to chuckle. I smile sweetly.
“Do you, Zara, take this man as your wedded husband?”
“I do,” I beam at Nickoi.
“Let us now proceed,” the officiant continues. “It is now time for the ring exchange…” he announces as Aden approaches Nickoi. Nickoi takes the ring and playfully ruffles Aden’s hair before holding my hand. Our eyes lock, and an electric sensation courses through me as he slides the ring onto my finger. I shift my weight to my other leg.
Aden hands me his ring with a solemn expression.
“But I thought…” he begins, and I smile along with everyone else at the ceremony.Awww.
I place the ring on Nickoi’s finger, and the officiant continues, “By the power vested in me, I pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride!”
Nickoi seems eager for this moment, crashing his lips into mine with urgency.
I instantly melt into him, closing my eyes in bliss.
The crowd erupts in joy, celebrating our union.
“It is with great honor and delight that I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Jacobs!”
Finally. Nickoi lifts me up in a bridal style, and we continue our kiss, filled with passion and desire.
“Hrs and Hrs” echoes around us as everyone cheers. I don’t feel shy at all; the only person who matters in this moment is my stunning husband.
“I love you, huzzy,” I whisper.
“I love you more, wifey,” he replies huskily.Whew, there’s something about the way he says that.
55
Banquet
Cameras are flashing, and warm smiles shine as brightly as the sun while
curious eyes follow us as Nickoi strolls down the aisle. I feel incredibly safe and cherished in his embrace. Gavin beams at us, his phone recording the moment, cheering for us with enthusiasm.
“Go bestfriend! Congratulations to you and your husband!” I wave back at him with a radiant smile.
Afterward, we mingle through the crowd, expressing our gratitude to friends and family who shower us with wishes for a lifetime filled with love and happiness.
“Thank you so much,” I say with a smile. As I turn, something intriguing catches my eye.
What could Daddy possibly want to discuss with Kace, especially when my mom isn’t around?
I attempt to loosen my grip from Nickoi’s hand, but he keeps holding me close. He shifts his gaze from his uncle to me, giving me a questioning look.
“I’m going to say hi to my stepfather,” I inform him, and he nods.
