
Author's PoV
Today is a big day that many have been waiting for. The entire extended family of Rayshaka and Kaina will gather to witness the union of Ray and Kaina in the bonds of sacred promise. Family from Maria and her husband, also from Ratih and her late husband. All of his papa business partners Ray will also make this party will be more classy. Ray and Kaina's own colleagues have also confirmed their presence.
It will be a historic day in the lives of Rayshaka and Kaina.
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Kaina looked at her reflection in the big mirror. Hardly able to recognize himself. Everything she wore from head to toe, was the design of classy people who worked for her future-in-law's family. Tiara clung to her bun, a set of diamonds all over her body, a five-kilogram ball gown sprinkled with Swarovski stones and shoes with ten-centimeter heels in the same tone as her gown.
Kaina knew, even if her salary for the past ten years was collected would not be able to afford all those expensive items. If it wasn't for Ray convincing him that it was all paid for using his own money - not her parents' money, Kaina would have objected to having to force an all out look like this.
The bridesmaid photo shoot has just finished. His family and bridesmaids had left his room because they had to change clothes immediately.
Ting!
His phone on the table rang, a sign of a new chat. Kaina extended her hand, grabbing the small thing.
When he found out the sender of the message, his lips were small.
Rayshaka: 07.42 "Nervous?"
China :07.42 "M. Have you finished shooting, baby?"
Rayshaka :07.43 "Me too. But can't wait to see you. It was baby, just now. You been?"
Kaina :07.43 "It's too dear. Uhhh. deg-degan this crazy. I love you my dear ..."
Rayshaka: 07.44 "I love you more, my future wife."
Kaina :07.44 "See you baby. I have to keep the HP simple. Mwuachh!"
Rayshaka :07.45 "Yes dear. Bye ... Mwuachhh ..."
Kaina's smile grew. The dagger in his heart grew more and more pronounced. He was already impatient to see Rayshaka at the altar. A handsome man who in a matter of hours she would call as her husband.
Is he dreaming? How could she and Ray finally get married? What good has he done in the past that God made this scenario so beautiful in his life?
A few moments later the door of the room opened again. Rosa who had changed into a bridesmaid dress appeared with a big smile.
"You are so beautiful, Ros," praised Kaina with a smile.
"Sir Kaina is much prettier. Today my sister is his queen. How does brother feel? Deg-degan?"
"Rubber, Ros. I'm afraid of blank time to say our wedding vows."
Rosa clasped Kaina's fingers tightly.
"Sister and brother Ray must remember. I'm sure."
"Thank You Ros. Uh, Tito's coming?"
Hearing the name of her lover mentioned, Rosa became timid.
"Sister, he's been outside."
"Ohh .. deserve to be excited! He must have praised you as beautiful. Aye right? "
Rosa smiled again in shame.
Then Ratih and Kayla came in too. Her mother was already beautiful with her danger, Kayla with the same constant as Rosa. Kayla and Rosa are her bridesmaids today.
"Ray and his family are already heading to the Church. We are leaving soon too, baby. You ready?"
Kaina nodded in response to her mother.
Practice hugging her carefully, "Mama loves you, son. You should be happy."
"Mama don't make a cry dong. Make up - it's expensive, Ma ..." Kaina grumbled in tears.
Rosa and Kayla who watched could only smile.
*****
The atmosphere of the church where Kaina and Rayshaka are blessed looks a little crowded. Cars with well-known brands filled the parking lot both in the courtyard and in the church basement. It is too obvious that the owner of the event is not from ordinary people.
The conditions inside the church are quite quiet. The classy people chatted in whispers. They discussed the prospective wife of Rayshaka who turned out to be different from the one that was announced first, namely Silvi. But they did not deny that the present one was much prettier than the one yesterday.
At around nine o'clock, the pastor entered the altar followed by four mesdinars who served to serve. The show will start soon.
The MCs were already standing on the pulpit to open the event. Say a few words of welcome in formal language - because this is in the Church.
The first event is to call the groom to enter the church.
Soft music playing. The sound of the church doors opening diverted everyone to look back.
Rayshaka comes in with after a black tuxedo. Its erect body runs along the aisle of the church that has been installed red carpet and sprinkled with white flowers. In front of him were two of his nephews - the son and daughter of Clara - who walked over while sowing flowers.
Rayshaka as if drugging all the audience who came with his good looks. Moreover, he had already shaved his mustache as well as his palm and cut his hair for the sake of today. His parents' business associates gulped a lot. Not a few new to know that Clara had a younger brother after the invitation circulated. Many feel sorry. Why hasn't Ray shown himself all this time? Why do they only know Clara? Know that they will first match their child to the handsome man.
Rayshaka turned to look at the door fixedly. Even if it was very far from his sight, he would not miss the beautiful scenery that would step towards him.
Ray's heart stopped when he saw a tiny figure wrapped in a huge ball gown appear in the doorway. Even though Kaina was wearing a hood to cover her head, she could see her girl was so beautiful. He can't say anything. Perfect.
Meanwhile, Kaina who just entered the room immediately caught Ray's eyes on her. The man radiated love through the twinkle of his eyes. Kaina was unable to breathe normally. His girlfriend is so handsome. And ohh, when did he shave his whiskers and his thin beard? Why didn't Ray say anything? He's very charming.
Rayshaka knows what her lover has in mind. He threw a small smile from a distance, making Kaina even more nervous. I want it to go into the man's arms right now and smell his scent. He must have been very fragrant.
Just like seeing Rayshaka, people were also amazed to see Kaina. Her makeup made her friends from Nagata as well as Ariana pangling, amazed.
Kaina throws a smile every time she passes someone she knows. There's Tria, Ariesta, Mr. Willy, Mr. Sebastian Keisha, Ms. Arni and the others. Kaina is very excited to know her friends who have different beliefs with her are still willing to come to her blessing event at the Church. At the moment Kaina feels very appreciated and loved.
When he arrived at the altar, his brother Taufik, Ratih's younger brother, who was the representative of his late father's successor, reached out. Kaina.
After that Taufik asked Ray to extend his hand as well. Ray did.
Then Taufik slowly put Kaina's hand on Rayshaka's. He allows Ray to take Kaina to the bridal seat that is already available in front of the altar.
After all the procession was completed, the MC of the event invited the pastor to start worship, then he returned to the people's seat.
Event after event takes place wisdom. This morning mass worship is different from the usual Sunday service, because this is specifically a wedding blessing. Shorter than usual because there will be a welcome event insert from important family and colleagues.
Then they arrived at the top event. The moment of blessing and the pronunciation of the wedding vows.
Rayshaka and Kaina are invited to climb onto the altar. Ray and Kaina are directed to face each other.
The pastor spoke again.
"Rayshaka brother Tirta Wijaya and happy sister Kaina Larasati, after conducting an investigation and corroborated by the statements of the witnesses, I as the church official approved the request to inaugurate and bless the marriage of the two of you. Now, let the two of you express the solemnity of marriage before God, the family and the ladies and gentlemen. I let the bride and groom face to face, holding hands and taking turns to say the wedding vows."
Rayshaka looked straight into Kaina's eyeballs. His whole eyes were radiating a deep love. Ray's lips trembled a little, the innate already wanted to cry.
"Before God, the Imam, the family, the witnesses and the brethren present here, I Rayshaka Tirta Vijaya, sincerely choose and accept you Kaina Larasati, he said, from now on, I became my wife. I promise to always love, honor and be faithful to you in joy and sorrow, in good fortune and misery, in good health and in sickness throughout my life..."
Rayshaka really did not understand why she was so moved right now. His words faltered for a moment as his tears made his gaze blurry.
Kaina screamed in her heart. He loved that man very much.
Ray resumed after a small thump for a while.
"I promise to be a good father to the children whom God entrusts to both of us and always live in harmony in God's love. That's my promise."
After Ray finished speaking, one of the mesdinar in charge of receiving a microphone from him, then handed it to Kaina. The turn.
Kaina looked at Ray's face again. But, Kaina has shed her tears. Making Rayshaka back excited, want to rush to hug the girl.
Kaina lowered her head for a moment to calm down. He's very emotional.
"Before God, the Imam, the family, the witnesses and the brethren present here, I am Kaina Larasati, sincerely choose and accept you Rayshaka Tirta Vijaya is now my husband. I promise to always love, respect and be faithful to you in joy and sorrow, in good fortune and misery, in good health and in sickness throughout my life. I promise to be a good mother to the children whom God entrusted to us both and always live in harmony in the love of God. That's my promise."
A sigh of relief was heard from all corners of the Church room. Neither Kaina nor Rayshaka had forgotten that long rote part in the slightest.
After that, the mesdinar took the ring box and holy water, then handed it over again to the Pastor.
The pastor again recited the prayer.
"O God, the source of faithfulness, You alone sanctify the bond of marital love and elevate married life to be a symbol of the union of Christ and your Church. Bless these two rings, so as to be a symbol of love and loyalty for the couple who will wear this ring on their fingers, to maintain perfect loyalty."
The priest then splashed the ring that had been placed on the table with holy water. After that the Pastor directed the bride's ring to Rayshaka, saying :
"Brother Rayshaka Tirta Wijaya, wear this ring on your wife's ring finger as a symbol of your love and loyalty to her."
Rayshaka receives the ring, then signals Kaina to extend her hand.
"Saudari Kaina Larasati .. accept this ring as a symbol of my love, loyalty and love for you. In the name of the Father, and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen."
Rayshaka inserted the ring gently into Kaina's right hand ring finger. Both of them felt the trembling of each other.
Then the priest handed the groom's ring to Kaina, saying: "Sister Kaina Larasati, put this ring on your husband's ring finger as a symbol of your love and loyalty to him."
Kaina also received the ring. Rayshaka reached out her right hand and Kaina grabbed it.
"Brother Rayshaka Tirta Wijaya .. accept this ring as a symbol of my love, loyalty and love for you. In the name of the Father, and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen."
Kaina also puts the ring gently and carefully on Rayshaka's ring finger.
After that, the pastor invited the groom to kiss the bride.
Rayshaka took a step forward, drawing closer to Kaina. He opened the thin transparent hood that had still covered his wife's face.
With her heart pounding, she brought her face closer and landed a kiss on Kaina's lips. Even though he had already kissed his wife dozens of times, this one felt very different. Sensation to ubun-ubun. Though they only stick each other's lips, not each other****** as usual.
Everyone present gave a standing ovation. Be an official witness of their relationship as husband and wife.
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