“Ma, really?” Gabby wasn’t happy.
“I’m just asking. We’re here for your sister’s wedding and the gowns are strapless. Was it really necessary to have someone leave a mark on you?”
“It’s ok Mrs. Samuels. I can cover it up.” The makeup artist said, rushing over to Gabby.
“Please do. I already have one whore for a daughter. No one needs to know about the other one too.” My father’s words cut deep. He knew I was cheating on Cairo because Gabby told both of my parents with her big mouth. They too asked me to end things with Glenn a while back but being hardheaded, I didn’t.
“Let’s get ready to go.” My mother interrupted to take the heat off my father’s comment. She knew just like everyone else that I’d go back and forth with him and didn’t care what came out my mouth.
I remember the last time me and my dad got into it, I kindly reminded him of how he cheated constantly on my mother and now we have a ghetto ass bastard sister and brother who lived in the hood that we hated.
It wasn’t their fault my father cheated but the fact their dirty ass mother kept them even after finding out my father was taken, left a nasty taste in my mouth so fuck them too.
I’m not sure if my father visited or sent money and I couldn’t care less. In my eyes, they weren’t a part of my family and never would be.
“Remember, this is your day, Vicky.” I smiled when my mom called me by my childhood nickname.
“Don’t let anyone make you upset; not even your father.” She hugged me tight.
As we all prepared to walk out, an eerie feeling washed over me. It wasn’t one that felt someone was watching me but more so that something bad was going to happen. Ignoring my gut, I stepped out the room and headed towards the elevator.
The entire time we were on the elevator and even when we got off, my sister was reciting prayers for me and saying she hoped Cairo didn’t know my secrets and kill us all. I wanted to curse her out but like my mother said,“Today was my day and not to let anyone upset me.”
“This limo is for the bride only.” The chauffeur stated when we stepped out the hotel. I never saw the man before and assumed that’s what he was told.
“I’m her mom and going to ride with her.” My mom attempted to get in before me.
“Like I said,“This limo is for the bride only.”He was more firm in his statement.
“It’s ok. You’ll be right behind and Cairo probably left me a surprise inside.” I kissed her on the cheek and got inside. Nothing was out the norm and just as suspected, there was a small box inside. Hearing the driver’s door closed, I felt a little jerk when he pulled off.
“Mr. Romano has requested for you to open the box before we get to the church.” My eyes met the drivers in the rear-view mirror when he spoke.
“I’m sure he did.” The guy rolled the partition up after sucking his teeth loud enough for me to hear. I couldn’t wait to tell Cairo how disrespectful he was.
The box had weight to it and was wrapped nicely. Pulling the silver ribbon off the box, I found the opening and lifted the top. I gasped at the beautiful mini clear dove statue. In my younger years, I had a fetish for crystals or what some called figurines. To know Cairo got me one said that he paid attention when I spoke.
“Oh, there’s a note.” Placing the dove gently on the seat, I opened the small envelope to read what was inside.
“This dove stands for peace, purity and love. It could also bring new beginnings which I will have after today.”Who knew Cairo was a romantic? I mean in the beginning, he wined, dined and spoiled me with any and everything. There wasn’t a thing in this world he wouldn’t do for me.
I’m not sure why I decided to cheat when there wasn’t anything lacking. Granted, he would go on week long business trips almost every month but he’d always make up for being gone when he returned. Maybe leaving Glenn alone was in my best interest after all.
“We’re here.” The driver spoke in a sarcastic tone as he opened the door. Instead of entertaining his ignorance, I got out and saw everyone else doing the same.
“What a gorgeous day to accept what things are and let go of what you thought you had.” I looked at the driver as he closed the door.What did he mean by that?
“Good day Miss Samuels.” He shook his head, got in the limo and pulled off. When he did, all the suburbans my bridesmaids and parents got out of did as well.
“This doesn’t look like a packed wedding. Where is everyone?” My dad pointed to the half empty parking lot of the church.
“Maybe they’re running late.”I said, shrugging and not caring.
“It’s about time. Let’s get this party started.” Rosalina said, switching coming down the church stairs. She was Cairo’s sister and we hated one another. She felt I wasn’t good enough for her brother and I felt she needed to mind her business.
“Well don’t you look nice for one last time.” She rolled her eyes after saying it. Every time we were around one anothershe’d always reference seeing me one last time in hopes her brother would leave me.
“Whatever.” I waved her off and stood there allowing my mom and sister to flare the bottom part of my dress out.
