Free Web NovelChapter 257: Erdith Reveals
Zyair walked outside without a mask and for a second everyone halted in their tracks and just stared at him, mesmerised. He was so undeniably handsome and charming and that smile of his melted hearts instantly.
"Mama! Maziah is so handsome. He took off his mask for the wedding?" Cheryl quietly whispered to Iris, placing her small hand in front of her mouth.
"Some people are just beautiful inside and out. Maziah is one of them." Iris slowly spoke to her daughter with a smile. ’He deserves a normal wedding like all of us,’ Iris said the rest in her head.
Meena was the first to approach her son as he sauntered over into the garden from the back rooms along with Lawrence. She hugged him and he bent down so she could kiss his forehead while holding onto his arms.
"I am so proud of you for taking this step," she beamed with all the motherly love she possessed for this kind soul. freeweɓnovel.cøm
"Thanks! Mom. Skyla asked me and I couldn’t say no. She deserves normal and I think it’s the right time to face the world as it is. I have nothing to hide from them. It’s their insecurities if they can’t accept me, not mine," he told her with a pure smile that Meena reflected wholeheartedly.
"My son."
Zyair politely greeted everyone and they were all smiles, some were shy like Cheryl but he didn’t find anyone getting awkward towards him. This was how the closer ones were. They would understand you and your decisions.
The band started playing the beautiful symphonies as the sun dipped a bit in the west. It was time for the main event. Zyair, Rais, Lawrence and the priest took the decorated stage right beside the serene lake and in front of the Camellia trees.
Bitu with a bow tie around his red neck was also present and was happily perched on Lawrence’s shoulder. It was a day where both of them were not fighting.
Amsilia and Madame Maven were there as well. The happiness oozed out of their pores seeing such a joyous event. That’s what their beautiful girl deserved.
Meena approached Amsilia and whispered to her.
"It’s time, bring Skyla."
Amsilia nodded and made her way towards the back room. Cheryl meanwhile took her position as the flower girl and ring bearer for Zyair.
Zyair stood on the stage with a heart-warming smile, there was a hint of shyness in his eyes with his cheeks tinting pink. His heart jumped like a ping-pong ball in his chest.
Rais and Lawrence stood behind Zyair, both cheery and excited for the couple and what was to follow. The priest stood erect in his position, ready for the ceremony.
Kail was also busy keeping the security intact and ensuring no uninvited guest or media person would invade their privacy. He had personally checked every staff member for any hidden cameras or cell phones.
All the guests took their seats. The rows of white chairs were bound in broad red ribbons, making a perfect bow tie at the back of the seats. A plush red carpet was spread out in the centre from where the bride would walk towards the stage.
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"Skylaaa? I can’t believe you smeared your lipstick. What did I tell you, girl?" Huria was freaking out seeing the state of Skyla’s lipstick with a look of disappointment on her face and her hands on her hips.
Mawar and Erdith were snickering and passing on knowing looks.
"Sorry!" Skyla sincerely apologised and let Huria fix it again and remove the smeared part.
"I understand you, Sky. I have been so horny lately too," Erdith confessed, checking out her own lipstick with a small round makeup mirror.
"What did you do about it? I might have made a bet, let’s see if you disappoint me or not." Huria turned, giving Erdith a pointed look.
"What kind of bet?" Erdith asked, slightly amused.
Huria shrugged her shoulders. "If you slept with Kail or not, considering how you were eyeing him earlier and was trying to be all chummy, I can safely say you have."
Tips of Erdith’s ears turned pink and hot. She had to bite her lower lip. Skyla and Mawar watched her in anticipation.
"Yeah! I seduced him and we ended up sleeping together. But keep it between us girls, please. He said he doesn’t want to lose his job." Erdith confirmed what Huria had already said.
"Atta girl!"
"Woah!"
"Fucking proud of you."
Girls were flabbergasted but fully supportive of her.
The door knocked as the girls were still congratulating her, making them hush.
Mawar went and opened it to reveal Amsilia and Madame Maven. Both ladies stepped inside with beautiful smiles and had their eyes going wild seeing how stunning Skyla looked.
"My child! Bless you." Amsilia opened her arms and hugged Skyla carefully so as not to ruin her dress. Skyla returned her affection.
"Thank you for being here for me. Means a lot," Skyla informed her in an emotional voice. Knowing too well how difficult it was for her to attend this wedding.
"I wouldn’t miss it for anything." Amsilia made way for a very emotional Madame Maven who was crying seeing her young miss taking control of her life and ready to step into this role again.
"Skyla! So proud of you," Madame Maven embraced her with all the affection she possessed.
"I am glad you made it. I wish mom and dad were here but I am sure they are watching." Skyla sniffled, trying to hold back her tears.
"Sir and madam will be very happy and proud. You have come a long way, my dear." Madame Maven’s lips quivered as she let go of Skyla.
"Ok, ladies ladies. Calm down, we got to move." Huria pacified everyone with a gentle smile and elderly ladies wiped their tears.
"We will move ahead and once we have taken our position, bring Skyla out," Huria instructed Madame Maven and Amsilia. They nodded in understanding. The girls grabbed their bouquets, adjusted their purple-shaded flowing silk gowns and filed out. Madame Maven followed them so she could send out the single to Amsilia.
"Are you ready, my child?" Amsilia inquired and Skyla bobbed her head still trying to hold her tears back. She was emotional right now, her cheeks and ears burnt.
"I wish you nothing but happiness ahead and I know Zyair will keep you the happiest woman in the world, I have seen the love residing in his eyes for you." Amsilia patted Skyla’s hand as she took her arm and got ready.
"I know, I love him more than anything." Her voice shook with deep emotions that she held only for her man.
Amsilia affectionately smiled and patted her hand.
"Ladies, it’s your turn," Madame Maven called out and both of them began to move. Skyla took great care so that the flowing skirt remained spread out.
They left the room and headed out to the garden where everyone was impatiently waiting for them.
Skyla moved slowly but with sure steps, she hadn’t been sure of anything more in her life than this decision, knowing it was the right one.
The slow music rolled out in the background, the scented breeze had picked up, fluttering her fiery hair and filling her with reassurances of a bright future.
They arrived at the edge of the red carpet and she lifted her awaiting eyes to peek ahead and found his gorgeous blue ones, focused solely on her.
