chapter 3

We will fight. We will fight despite the barriers and hindrances. We will prove to them that they are wrong about us. Wrong about me. That even a beggar like me can have her own prince charming.

It's been five months since that happened between us and Max's family. It hurts. It just hurts me no matter how much I prove to myself they don’t want to even look at who I really am. That it’s not money I’m chasing Max, that I love him and I’m willing to give anything and everything to him.

Her Mommy and Ate never stopped me. Whenever I look for a job even let’s say I have a standard no one takes me. I don’t know, but I feel like they’re manipulating everything.

After that happened, Max did not go home. He stayed on his penthouse. He has his own money coming from their company and own hardships. I am proud of him. Proud of my future husband.

We sued the wedding. From the ceremony, clothes to wear, godmother, godfather, guests, reception and much more. Every time we go we can’t take the smile off our lips. Because the day will come when we will get married.

I said I just want it simple but it's as much as Max knows.

"Wedding is once in a lifetime baby and i want every moment is worth to cherish. No matter how much money I'll waste, i don't care if it's for you. For us"

"They say that two lovers can't be together in the same house or meet according to Ven's superstition, so in order for everything to be better and better, don't meet Max because your marriage might not continue" Tita said. days before the wedding.

We followed that. There’s nothing wrong with following superstition even if Max’s face can’t be painted.

"See you tomorrow at the church baby" He kissed me on the lips then bid his goodbye.

I couldn't sleep even though Tita said I needed to have a beauty sleep. Because I can't get rid of the excitement and nervousness every time I think I'm getting married tomorrow. Will face the altar with the person I love dearly. I feel like I'm still living with fantasies I never thought would come true.

When I woke up, even though I didn't know if I had really fallen asleep, I thought I took a bath before going down.

People did not shout when I saw them. Tita turned around again while busy somewhere. on the other hand, takes care of the people in the house now.

"It looks like the beautiful bride is awake, folks! She's just awake!" Shout of a gay who has too much make up on his face and red lips.

"Wow wow, that's good for me to fix her hair pompously!" His companion even clapped in the air.

"Who are you?" I'm confused question. Why are there gays here?

One slapped my shoulder.

"Marshlalo I'm your make up artist. Alas, you're so beautiful so I'll just make you even more beautiful" said the other. The one with thick make up. I nodded, that's why.

"Max sent them here Ven to fix you" said Tita who was digging.

"I'll be your hair stylists momma!" Another said.

I just shrugged.

Tita fed me first before fixing it. He would have fed me too much because he said I might faint later but I refused, my wedding gown might not fit me. It was still too expensive.

"What do you want make up marsh? Light or dark" I face a mirror where pure make up and makeup are placed in the mini drawer.

"it's very Light"

"You're so cute Marsh, so it's no wonder your pappie is hot and handsome!" I laughed at what he said.

"Your luck in togetherness" The hairstylist said that now my hair is being shaved and what is being done.

I am wearing a robe. So I'm really cold.

"Let's get started momma!"

They spent a few hours there to make sure what they were doing was perfect. My neck was a little bent with the relentless nodding of my head. My hair styling is over, while her perfect make -up masterpiece is nearing completion.

"Perfect!" It clapped and smiled at me. He seemed proud of what he had done.

"You're really nice momshie!" He left in front of me so I could finally see my face.

My jaw dropped while looking at the woman at the mirror. She really looked different from the person who's sitting.

From the light but elegant make up, sexy red with highlight pink lipstick and accurate eyebrows. I felt so fully alive.

"Oh my god, Thank you!"

"My pleasure Madame" I tilted my head. My hair is so simple also but gorgeous. It's tied up in a messy bond with left over hair in my face with accurate braided hair lines around.

This is beautiful!

Next they put the gown on me. I had a hard time with that size. It was made by the famous designer at Asia.

She's a Filipino and she designed our wedding gowns.

It was a white sexy back long gown with three diamonds on the front. It was like a mermaid gown. Very nice and expensive. It worth a million according to Max. But he didn’t seem to care about that.

It all ended at exactly twelve thirty -six in the afternoon. The wedding ceremony will start with 1 P.M.

I stared at myself in the full length mirror. I could see the shape of my body because of the close -fitting gown I was wearing. I wanted to feel sorry for myself but I restrained myself. I don't want to ruin my make up.

"Are you alright?" He is also organized and ready to go. I hugged him too tightly.

"Thank you all for accepting and loving me Tito and for considering me a real child" He caressed my back.

"We're a Vienna family, you're not from me but I consider you a child"

"Let's go Ma'am! The groom has been waiting at the church for a while and it looks like he's going to disappear because of the bride's period" The wedding organizer laughed.

They keep me all out. Someone is holding my hands while others are on the hem of the gown to keep it from getting dirty.

Our car was a black limousine. When Max can do it. Dante was inside, his driver when he was a child. He will drive us to church.

I was fine sitting inside. Only Tita and Tito were with me while the organizers, crew and staffs and those who arranged me were in a service.

My hand grew cold as I felt us getting closer. It was trembling and restless.

"Don't be nervous, that's normal for a bride" she held my trembling hand.

"I'm so excited" I'll admit.

"Don't worry about what will happen, the important thing is you and the person you will marry. Be happy today" I nodded.

I didn't realize that we had stopped.

I saw the closed door of the church. Mang Dante came out first and opened the door for us, Tito and Tita were supporting me. They were dressed very formally as well as Mang Dante.

"Congratulations to you Vienna by Sir Max. May life be good with your husband" I smiled at him.

People don’t bother to fix me and position me. The bell rang loudly, accompanied by the gradual opening of the large door.

I was greeted by smiling people inside. Friends, classmates and acquaintances. There are families too.

I no longer noticed the beautiful arrangement of the flowers as my full attention was focused on the man now wiping his eyes as he looked at me earnestly and a smile flashed on his lips.

It's far away but I can see him.

My Maximor Vensantius Villano.

I started to step on my feet at the same time as filling in a heartfelt song for me.

... Heartbeat fast, colors and promises

How to be brave, how can love when I'm afraid to fall watching you stand alone

All of doubts suddenly goes away somehow

One step closer ...

One by one tears fell in my eyes. Along with the music is the rhythm of my heartbeat. Shouts of joy and contentment. That at this time I will marry the person I once also dreamed of not failing.

... I have die everyday waiting for you

Darling don't be afraid i have love you for a thousand years

I love you for a thousand more ...

My vision blurred but that was not the reason for me to stop, but rather the motivation to continue the scenario that would make another chapter of our lives.

Being married.

I was shaken to see that Max couldn't wait any longer and immediately walked between us close and hugged me. I heard the man sniff and the slight laugh.

"I thought you wouldn't come" His voice cracked. I can sense the sacredness on his voice. I was shaken by him.

"I'll come okay? It's just a little late" I said laughing. He smiled at me and nodded. Even though the veil covered my face, I could still see his red eyes. It was as if my heart was touched by what I saw. There I proved, I didn’t make the wrong decision and Max loved me dearly.

We headed to the altar at once. Hold hands full of love. Both names make each other's hearts beat. I want to get away with joy and crying. This is probably the tears of joy.

The ceremony began. Every episode I cried at what the priest said and Max wiped my eyes.

The eyewitnesses laughed and cried. Until you come to give that vows.

Max spoke first. He picked up another ring.

A infinity ring.

He took a deep breath before speaking.

"I was so in love with you when I first met you. It was fast and through that even in my dreams you're still there roaming around. I don't believe on love at first sight but when I saw you my beliefs ruined .You're so beautiful and a brainy woman that's why I felt scared that you might reject me so i remained as your stalker "Mahina siyang natawa. I was shocked by what he said.

I didn’t know it!

"But then, I got triggered when a lots of men started courting you. I was so scared baby that even I'm not ready to reject yet I tried. And my hardships fruit is the sweetest and now ... you're standing in the front of me promising to god and to all of our fellow neighborhood and family as my Wife forever was my biggest happiness. I feel like I am the luckiest man alive. So b-baby ... I, Maximor Vensantius Villano, promise to take care and love Vienna Celestine Madrigal and our family for better and for worst. In sickness and in health. For richer and poorer. Till death do we part "He put the ring on me. I don't have a loop to hold my joy in now. It was so overflowing and my heart wanted to explode.

The guests sniffled.

I also took the ring.

"I maybe not rich. I maybe not that beautiful. I maybe not perfect for you but I am thankful that you love me as much as I want someone to look at me and love me as a woman. I w-was so thankful that god gave me you to my life. You changed everything. I was so inlove with you Max. I was so inlove with you. Thank you for everything. Thank you for making me happy. Thank you for entering me into your world. Thank you for loving me despite our biggest hindrances and problems.I know it's hard for you choosing between me and the family who raised you but you still chose me.And I will cherish it till my last breath.

I will bring it till death. I Vienna Celestine Madrigal, promise to love Maximor Vensantius Villano and our family for better and for worst. In sickness and in health. For richer and poorer. Till death do us part "I put the ring on him.

The guests stood and applauded.

"I now pronounce you husband and wife, you can now kiss the bride" He slowly lifted the veil I was wearing and immediately crushed the kiss. Our first kiss as a couple.

Everyone shouted 'long live the newlyweds!'

I closed my eyes.

This is another chapter of our life. Another chapter to take with love and happiness. Another journey with him. With my husband.