Chapter 101: Wedding Day

Meanwhile back at the chapel, Peter stood at the front of the church waiting for his bride to walk down the aisle. He wore a huge smile on his face and was clearly in a hurry to get married.

The church wasn't full, but everyone who could attend was present.

*From Sharon's side, she had all the people she left behind when she left for Colorado all those years ago. Douglas, Tracy, Cameron and Lauren were all in attendance. Sharon had even reached out to Roseline and her family but unfortunately, she didn't get any response from them.*

Martha was there and she sat in the very first roll of seats. Sadly, Victoria and Hector couldn't make it. They didn't even know about the wedding which was why Sharon and Peter had decided to spend their honeymoon in Costa Rica, so they could surprise them with the news of their marriage.

*From Peter's side, there was Chris, Spencer and some other colleagues from the army. One of his sisters, Janette, the single one, had managed to come from France. She arrived two days before the wedding day and Peter was beyond happy to see her. He was a bit disappointed that Maria, his older sister couldn't come but he was still glad to see Janette.*

They both didn't really have a lot of people in their lives, but they had just the right amount. Peter and Sharon had lost a lot but they still did have much to be grateful for.

"Where is she?" Peter whispered to Chris.

"She'll be here, relax," Chris whispered back.

Suddenly, the chapel doors burst open and the organ began to play **"Here Comes The Bride"**

Everyone got to their feet as Sharon stepped into the entrance of the church with Mrs Karen by her side, walking her to the altar.

Her face was covered with a veil, but despite that and even from where he stood, Peter could tell that she looked heavenly. She walked closer and closer to him until she arrived and stood right in front of him. Mrs Karen took Sharon's hand and gave her to Peter.

"Take care of my girl, young man!" She said to Peter and he nodded affirmatively.

The music stopped and everyone took their seats. Peter removed the veil over Sharon's face and was greeted by her deep blue eyes.

**God, she was so beautiful!**

"Dearly beloved! We are gathered here today to celebrate and bear witness to the union of Peter Cooper and Sharon Thompson in holy matrimony," the Father began to recite.

The Father's words were almost inaudible to both Peter and Sharon. The only thing that had their focus and attention was each other. After all the tears, pain, suffering and fear, they were finally about to tie the knot and become man and wife.

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"With this ring, I pledge my love, loyalty, faithfulness and respect to you for the rest of my life," Peter said while holding a wedding band.

"When I first met you, Sharon, I was an empty shell of a man. I didn't have a purpose in life until you gave me one. I love you, more than anything else in this world and I promise to cherish you and protect you, Always!"

Sharon took the other band and turned to face Peter.

"With this ring, I pledge my undying love and immeasurable commitment to you. Peter, I am so grateful to have met you at the time that I did because if it weren't for you, I would not be here today. You... saved my life and you made it worth living. I love you from the bottom of my heart and I will always love and obey you, no matter what may come!" Sharon said and slipped the ring around Peter's finger.

The Father proceeded to the next part of the ceremony.

"If there's anyone here that has any reason as to why these two people should not be wed, speak now or forever hold your peace."

Sharon's heart was beating rapidly after this question was asked because she knew someone who wouldn't want her to be happy; **Addicus.**

*Questions like; is he here right now? Will he interrupt the wedding? Or will he send his goons to destroy everything* were playing in Sharon's mind.

"Since there is no one, let's move on! Sharon, do you take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, till death do you both?" The Father asked.

"Yes, I do!" Sharon said, with a teardrop rolling down her face.

"And do you, Peter, take this woman here today to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, till death do you both?" The Father asked Peter.

"Yes, I do!" Peter answered. Just like he meant these two words the first time he said them, he meant them now.

"And with that, by the power vested in me, I pronounce both Mr and Mrs Peter and Sharon Cooper. You may kiss the bride!"

Peter grabbed Sharon's waist and pulled her in for a passionate kiss that was filled with love and the promise of better days ahead. Everyone got on their feet and applauded the newlyweds, spraying confetti as they walked out of the chapel and went into the car.

In next to no time, they were at the venue for the reception. It was hosted right in front of Sharon's home. There were huge tents set up, filled with chairs and tables for everyone to sit and be a part of the celebration.

The new couple danced in each other's arms and were joined by their friends and family. During the dance, Peter changed his partner from Sharon to his sister, Janette.

"She's perfect, Peter. You really got a good one," Janette said while they danced.

"Thank you, Jane. I'm really happy that you were able to make it. It means everything to me," Peter said.

"I was a bit shocked when I got your letter that explained why you lost contact with us. Losing your family must have been very hard but, now you have a second chance to make another family and not everyone gets that second opportunity," Janette said and stared at Sharon who was dancing with Chris.

"I also want a second opportunity to fix things with you and Maria. Joining the army was a good excuse to lose touch with the both of you and you two moving to Paris was an even bigger excuse, but I'm tired of excuses. I miss you girls and I want us to be a family again."

"We'll always be family, Pete. And we will renew our bond again. It might take some time, but we'll get there. You'll see," Janette said and kissed his cheek.

"If you don't mind, I need to get back to my bride," Peter said and smoothly exchanged partners again, grabbing Sharon away from Chris.

They had one last dance, cut their wedding cake and it was time for them to leave so they could begin their honeymoon. Their bags were loaded in the car and everyone waved them goodbye as they drove to the airport.

***Another car, a black one, also left seconds after Peter drove away and was moving right behind them.***