
The journey is quite long, full of obstacles and accompanying tears. God gives so many trials. However, I continued to rise and hope that there would be happiness behind all the suffering God had given me.
After feeling like so long into this life. Eventually one of these dreams will come true soon.
Many people say, people who are going to get married there are only trials and obstacles. So do I. But, I prefer to call it a challenge rather than a trial, just limited to office work that never ends.
The first challenge is because of the presence of Arnold who is always trying to separate me and Andreas. Our previous marriage plans also failed because of Arnold. Until finally making Mama Andreas and other families want a simple marriage in order to get together with relatives who are quite far in the near future. With a limited time, Andreas and I immediately rushed to prepare the things needed for my own dream wedding.
I am so grateful that Andreas has always been willing to accompany me for all sorts of preparations for our wedding. Because this time, I really wanted to set it up myself. He always faithfully accompanied me to prepare everything every day.
"Honey, why not leave everything to the wedding organizer." Andreas said when I asked him to prepare small things.
"I really want to do everything myself. I want everything to be perfect. Our marriage will not be celebrated. I'll only invite family members, right?" My protest.
"alright. Whatever how you like it. I will always support you." Andreas stroked my head.
Starting from decorations, dresses, invitations, wedding souvenirs, to catering matters I choose myself.
Although tired, but I was so happy, because I could prepare my own wedding needs.
Suddenly I also want a couple wedding ring. There was a debate between me and Andrew. I don't know why I want Andreas to wear a wedding ring. Andreas who does not like to wear accessories other than watches had refused.
"Honey, people will also know that I am married without having to wear a ring" Andreas said.
I initially resigned. The ring thing is I don't want it anymore. But since Andreas was indeed the type of man who was very understanding he finally relented. We ended up choosing a simple ring that read our name on it. I wear a ring with the name Andreas. Andreas was wearing a ring with my name. After marriage, I will wear two rings on my fingers. One ring that Andreas gave me when he proposed, which was embedded in the left hand ring finger. And the wedding ring on the right hand ring finger.
I really prepared it in detail. Even for a bouquet of flowers, I chose it myself. I would love to have my own bouquet of flowers from durable materials so that it can be a memento. Finally I ordered a bouquet of red roses from satin.
After a few days, the wedding preparation business is finally perfect. Waiting for the day while preparing physically and mentally.
Thankful for getting help from family members and friends like Jack, Angelica and Merry. Especially Andreas who always accompany and support whatever I do.
Counting the days, praying and preparing mentally.
New steps begin and there are some things that change and must be changed from my life. Although this was my second marriage, but for the first time I felt such joy beyond measure. My marriage this time was completely based on love and no mistakes.
I'm really happy.
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This morning, the weather felt so supportive of our wedding which was carried out in the open space that is the beach. I woke up early to get ready. This time, I chose not to wear the services of a bridal fairy. I'd like to do it myself.
I sat in front of a mirror in a hotel room on the beach and started to smear my face. There was the sound of the hotel room door being knocked.
"Who?" My toot.
"It's me and Merry." Answer Angelica.
I hurried to open the door for them. They both look beautiful in white dress. In today's wedding, I asked for more security at the right level again. In light of the events of the past, when I was kidnapped on my wedding day with Andreas.
"Here, let me help you get your hair done." Angelica.
"Thank you." My reply.
The three of us talked in the hotel room, waiting for the time to come.
"Veli, I'm so happy for you. Hopefully, this time, you can get the happiness you've always wanted with Andreas." Merry.
"Thank you, Mer. The same prayer I'm addressing you and Hansen." My reply.
"Heh, sister-in-law. Aren't you going to pray for me too?" Angelica Protest.
"Of course I always pray for your happiness. But first, immediately find a man worthy of your life partner. Remember not to make a decision. Get to know the man you're going to marry. Make sure he is the right guy. Don't choose the wrong way I used to." I gave advice to my sister-in-law.
When I mentioned Arnold's name, I suddenly thought of him.
'How is the man?'
For days there was no news of him. Hopefully this time he can really accept my marriage with Andreas.
The wedding time is about to begin. Angelica and Merry walked beside me to the wedding venue. And it turned out exactly as I wanted. White and blue shades dominated my wedding decorations. I was nervous when all eyes looked at me.
"Come on, just calm down. Why does your face look so tense?" Ask Angelica.
"I'm nervous." My reply.
"Calm down. We're not gonna let you fall." This time it was Merry who said.
I finally arrived in front of Andrew. We also took the wedding vows in front of all the families and relatives present.
"I, Andreas Setyawan will make Velicia my wife. I sure chose Velicia because I felt comfortable. I knew Velicia would be loyal to me and Velicia was my true love.
On this special day, before God and all the witnesses of our marriage, I promise to always be by Velicia's side as a faithful husband. In joy and sorrow, in sorrow and pleasure, in sickness and in health and in a state of slump and happiness. I promise to love Velicia unconditionally. Comforting during difficult times. Support in achieving the goal. Crying and laughing together. Always open. Always appreciate every decision. We will live together forever." Said Andreas with sparkling eyes.
"In front of God, our family and friends, I am Velicia Arista making you my husband. A friend and partner who has always been in my life. To share the laughter. To share suffering and to share every taste. We will always grow together. Forever." My words are full of haru.
The atmosphere enveloped our marriage. I shed tears as Andreas landed a warm kiss on my forehead. Everyone cheered and applauded when we became a married couple.
"Now you're officially Madame Andreas." Andreas Said.
I smiled happily because finally the wedding today really went smoothly without any obstacles.
Dinner and entertainment began. The guests who attended our wedding congratulated us.
'God is so good. Thank you very much.'
Just as we were dancing, there was a noise coming from the area where the banquet was eating.
"What's wrong?" I asked Andreas after stopping our dance.
"I don't know either." Reply Andreas.
A person wearing a black shirt seemed to go berserk and destroy all available food.
"Who is he?" Tanyaku.
"Velliciaaaa...." Shouted the man who instantly made my voice growl.
My eyes widened when I saw the figure of the man turned out to be Arnold. I grabbed Andreas' hand. Fear began to spread in my body when I saw the look in Arnold's eyes that were so scary.
"You can't just leave me alone, Velicia." Shouted Arnold again as he walked closer to me and Andreas.
In Arnold's hand was a firearm that made me panic even more. I'm sure everyone seemed panicked when Arnold started pointing the gun at Andreas.
"Stop Arnold. Are you out of your mind?" Shouted Jack.
"Silent. You're all quiet." Shouted Arnold again.
"Sir Arnold...."
"You are silent too. You have no right to speak. You're not my sister..." Hardik Arnold on Angelica.
Angelica was silent. From the look in his eyes I could feel that he was so hurt by what Arnold said.
The figure of the Great Lord Setyawan walked up to Arnold. However, unexpectedly. Arnold turned the gun to Papa himself.
"Stay there Old Man. Otherwise, I'll shoot you." Threat Arnold.
The voices of everyone who was so shocked.
"Arnold, listen to Papa carefully...."
"I don't want to listen to you anymore. All this happened because of you. Today the woman I love is married to my brother. If it wasn't for you stopping me from coming here, then I could have foiled this marriage." Shouted Arnold.
"You're crazy." Suddenly the words just came out of my mouth.
Arnold turned back to look at me, his eyes reddened. He is totally overwhelmed with anger.
"You're right. I was crazy. I'm crazy because of you. So, I will never let you be happy over my suffering. You can't marry anyone but me. Therefore, this man must die." Arnold said as he turned his gun back to Andreas.
My knees are shaking, my tears are falling. One time if Arnold pulls the trigger, it's over. My head suddenly got dizzy. I can't understand the situation around me.
And suddenly....
Dor.....!!!
The sound of gunfire sounded deafening.
"Tidaa.kk...." I shouted, followed by the shouts of others present.
Seriate....