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Book: Open Heart

Characters involved: Ethan Ramsey, Hayley Valentine, Bryce Lahela, Luna Auclair, Maxine Moore, Soraya Auclair, Evie Auclair, Skylar Auclair, Siena Trinh, Elijah Green, Jackie Varma and Kiera Santos

Summary: Bryce and Luna were invited to Ethan and Hayley‘s wedding.

Words: 5,000+

Rating: Fluff

Side note: All characters belong to Pixelberry, except my OC‘s that I created.

Music inspo can be found here.

Author‘s note: Thank you to @mysticalgalaxysstuff for hyping me up for this story and the support you have given me. All our brainstorming sessions. I LOVE IT 🥹❤️ For your ideas. Never finding me annoying. Always having kind words to say. You have no idea how much this means to me 💜

@annieruok94 For always lending an ear, err eyes 🙈 To take the time to read through my stuff and give me feedback ❤️ Encouraging me to go for it.

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Spring came and is now making room for the summer that’s yet to come. The air is full of promise and new beginnings. Perfect weather for a wedding.

Hayley and Ethan are getting married today at the Steinhardt Conservatory. It’s a wonderful venue.

Sienna, Jackie, Aurora and Kyra are her brides-maids and Hayley’s sister, Isabella is her maid of honor.

Bryce and I took some time off from work and took the next flight to Boston.

We flew in a couple of days earlier. So as to not be jet lagged the day of the ceremony.

Hayley and Ethan decided they wanted to move fast with their wedding, because they didn’t want to wait anymore. Honestly? Why should they? __________________________________

I turn around so Soraya can help me with my zipper, she helped me pick out a dress for the wedding. All three of my cousins were invited. So we all flew in together.

Keiki is sick so we left her with my parents and grandparents who are going to have an amazing time together.

She sent us pics of how she eats chicken noddle soup and my aunt, my mom and my grangran are watching the Devil wears Prada with her. I even saw dad tune in.

I love watching that. My go-to movie when I need good vibes.

We decided to book a hotel room. As much as we appreciated Hayley and Ethan’s offer to stay at their place we just didn’t want to bother them so we booked a hotel room and now we’re getting ready. Before we’re off to the wedding.

I’m wearing a hot pink off-the-shoulder dress. Let’s just say the style is very unique. Maxine decided to wear a gold velvet dress, with spaghetti straps and a side slit. She put her hair in a bun. She looks damn good.

Evie opted for an off-the-shoulder crimson red dress. And Soraya chose a champagne colored satin dress, with a side slit and spaghetti straps. Both are wearing their hair down.

Bryce and Skylar are both getting ready in the adjoining room.

I can’t wait to see how they dressed up. Hopefully there are going to be suspenders involved. What can I say I love me some suspenders.

“We all look so glammed up,“ I say shimmying in my dress. Feeling a little like cinderella.

“You’re so cute when you’re excited,“ Soraya comments and hands me and Evie my clutch.

“We’ve got to commemorate this moment with a selfie. Get in here lovely ladies,“ I turn my phone to selfie mode and we all get into the frame and I snap a couple of pics.

I put my phone into my clutch as the door opens and Sky and Bryce get inside.

Sky is putting his hand over his eyes.

“Is it safe? Because there’s only so much a guy can unsee,“ he peeks between his fingers.

Bryce laughs at his silliness.

“Don’t be a prude,“ he comments.

Soraya and Bryce fist bump each other.

Sky sighs and points into Bryce and Soraya‘s direction.

”You two are already ganging up on me. It’s kind of unfair Sor you should be on my side. Not on Bryce’s, “ he pouts

Bryce laughs

”What can I say the ladies love me,“ he says and I clear my throat and he dials back

”I meant this wonderful lady in pink loves me,“ he kisses my forehead.

”Better,“ I reply as everyone else laughs.

“Let’s go before we’re late to the ceremony,“ Evie says and we all get to the the car that we rented.

“This is a gonna be a tight squeeze,“ Sky comments as we all get inside.

“You’d know all about that,“ Maxi says from the backseat.

“Burn,“ Soraya snickers

“I’ll have you know I got laid last night,“ Sky says defensively.

Evie laughs and I join.

“By whom,“ Bryce asks while he turns on the car.

“Pfft. I don’t kiss and tell,“ he says

Soraya is the first one to reply

“Meaning that you don’t remember her name nor did you take her number,“ she smiles triumphantly.

Sky sighs

“Alright fine. I don’t remember her name and I didn’t ask for her digits. Though I think she scrawled something on my arm, but I can’t be sure,“ he admits looking on his arm. Where you can see smudged numbers.

We all holler with laughter while we drive past downtown of Boston.

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As we arrive a lot of people have already arrived and are seated. We walk inside and the first thing I notice is the airiness of the venue. It’s so clean and fresh. As if you stepped into a fairytale.

Beautiful white flower arrangements everywhere, with hints of azure blue as far as the eye can see.

White chairs are put inside and the most breathtaking view is the glass domed ceiling. I lift my head above and just marvel at its beauty.

The art you could create right here. Ugh. I’d sit in here all day. All the natural light streaming in through the windows.

I can see Ethan standing at the front in a sandy colored tuxedo, looking nervous.

Next to him is his best man. That must be Tobias Carrick, who I haven’t had the chance to meet yet. But he looks pretty nice.

I wave at Ethan and he smiles back softly, waving back.

We all sit down. You can hear chattering around us.

A couple of seconds later we hear the first tunes of Adele’s - Make you feel my love and we all start to rise.

First Jackie walks down the aisle, in a light blue satin dress, with spaghetti straps. Carrying a white bouquet with blue accents.

Followed by Aurora, Sienna and Kyra.

That’s when we see Hayley entering, with her dad by her side.

She’s wearing a beaded off-the-shoulder, tulle gown. With a thin veil adorned by white lace. Her long blonde hair styled in soft waves and a few strands are being held back by a clip, studded with pearls.

Light make-up and just some small diamond earrings is all the jewelry she’s wearing.

She walks slowly, her bouquet has also some blue accents next to the white flowers. But there’s more blue than white.

I think everyone gasped in awe when she walked in.

She’s practically floating towards the aisle.

When she reaches the front her dad kisses her cheek and she’s standing in front of Ethan who is smiling and unveiling Hayley who grins.

“Couldn’t wait could you,“ she says and everyone around them laughs.

Both of them look so happy. I can’t keep still, straining my neck to see, since even with heels I’m small.

“Wanna sit on my lap? So you can see?“ Bryce smiles at me and whispers.

I smack him and try to hide a smile.

“I’ll manage,“ I reply.

Bryce just chuckles and kisses my temple.

”Too bad,“ he says.

Sienna hands both Ethan and Hayley two pieces of paper. That must be their wedding vows.

Hayley clears her throat.

“Wow I can’t remember the last time I was this nervous,“ she chuckles nervously before she continues.

I clasp Bryce’s hand and lean onto him. He just smiles warmly.

“When I first met you I couldn’t believe it was really you. I’ve had a crush on you for so long, and then I started working with you and realized there’s much more under the exterior than meets the eye. A caring, emotional, at times rude and sarcastic man.

Who is such an amazing doctor. Who cares so deeply about people. That sometimes you care too much. That’s the first reason I fell in love with you. The second I won’t mention since my parents are here,“ she clears her throat again and people chuckle

She goes on.

“I knew from the first moment we were soulmates. Because my heart comes alive when I’m with you. No one knows me like you do. No one comes to my defense faster than you. You’re the man I want to share a life with, have children one day and grow old. Because you make me happy when we’re together. Everything turns into background music. All I see is you. I promise to love you every day,“ she puts down her piece of paper.

I think I saw Ethan dabbing away a tear, but I wasn’t sure. Must be the light filtering in. Creating a mirage.

He smiles before he speaks.

“When I first saw you, I thought to myself. She’s way too beautiful to be a doctor. Then I saw you in action and I knew I was wrong. You work hard for everything that you accomplish. Going far and beyond to make everyone feel included and loved. That is something I admire the most about you. This warmth that never fades. Waking up next to you, seeing your beautiful smile, it lifts me up every day. I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with you. Making me into the man I’m today. I promise to love you every day,“ he says

That’s when we all see Jenner Ethan’s dog wearing a blue bow-tie coming down the aisle. Oh my god that is so adorable.

Maxine leans over to me and whispers.

”That’s the most adorable thing I’ve ever seen. How well do you think they trained him?“ she asks and I shrug my shoulders.

”No idea,“ I say smiling and we both look back to the front.

He’s carrying with him a tiny basket in his mouth. Ethan bends down and pets him. He takes the rings out of the basket.

Hayley takes one of the rings, while Ethan keeps the other.

The officiant goes on smiling softly at Jenner who keeps staring up at him.

“Do you Hayley Georgina Valentine take Ethan Jonah Ramsey to be your wedded husband, to cherish in love and friendship, in strength and in weakness, in success and in disappointment, to love him faithfully, today, tomorrow, and for as long as the two of you shall live?“

He looks expectantly at Hayley and she says

“Oh yes definitely,“ and Ethan just shakes his head and smiles. The officiant turns to Ethan and says as he takes the wedding band to put onto Hayley’s finger

“Do you Ethan Jonah Ramsey take Hayley Georgina Valentine to be your wedded wife, to cherish in love and friendship, in strength and in weakness, in success and in disappointment, to love her faithfully, today, tomorrow, and for as long the two of you shall live?“

He slides the ring onto her finger and lightly kisses her fingertips.

“I more than do,“ he says.

“With the power vested in me I know declare you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride,“ he smiles at both of them.

Ethan takes Hayley’s face into his hands and gives her a long kiss.

“I think he used tongue,“ Evie says when an older lady a row in front of us looks at her and says “Shhh,“ and then turns back.

“Did she just sush me? So rude,“ she smiles and shakes her head at the older lady.

We all smile at each other.

Ethan and Hayley walk hand-in-hand down the aisles to get outside. Since the reception is going to be held right here in the garden.

Hayley blows kisses at our row and we all smile and wave.

We’re all walking towards the exit together.

“God, that was so beautiful,“ I say and Evie and Sor nod.

“So fucking beautiful,“ Maxine says in a watery voice.

“That dress though? Ugh. It was just right,“ Evie adds.

The garden has a part in the back. Where we see people are already heading.

Hayley and Ethan decided they wanted to hold the reception outside.

The garden looks fantastic.

Rounds of chairs have been put out, together with long tables. To accommodate everyone. Fairy lights have been put out for later when it gets darker. Giving it a warm and inviting feeling. Like a soft, cozy blanket.

Bouquets of white flowers have been put on the tables. Together with white candles, spreading their warm and soft light.

Hayley and Ethan have their own table at the front. Surrounded by all their loved ones.

I also spot an open bar and outside kitchen.

Seems as if the wedding guests can just choose from the menu that’s been laid out onto the plates and the food is being prepared right here, right now.

I have to check out that dessert table. God. How to just pick one? Hmm maybe I’ll just try a couple.

I giggle and Bryce looks at me.

”What’s so funny?“ he asks and I point towards the dessert table and he nods in understanding.

”The good thing is you can choose more than one,“ he says and I nod.

”That was the idea. Because I know I couldn’t just pick one,“ I admit.

We walk around towards our table when I spot Hayley who sees us coming closer. She almost jumps ahead. Wanting to greet us.

“We’re so happy you could make it. Well almost all of you. I sent Keiki some well wishes,“ she says.

“Congrats on your nuptials,“ I hug both Hayley and Ethan.

“Your vows were just ugh…so pretty,“ I say

Hayley nudges Ethan.

“They were weren’t they angel cake?“ she asks him.

Ethan groans.

“I told you to not call me that in public,“ he says.

Hayley laughs and says.

“We’re amongst friends,“ she says.

“Who are going to mercilessly tease you about it,“ a new voice says next to me.

When I turn around I see Tobias heading our way with a tray of bubbly for us.

“Luna right? Hi I’m Tobias. We haven’t met officially, but I’ve got to say Bryce has good taste,“ he says handing me a glass of hibiscus flavored juice.

“I think so too. But he didn’t choose me, we chose each other, but thank you for noticing, “ I wink at him.

Tobias looks lost for words.

Ethan clinks my glass with his. While Bryce puts his hand on my hip. Signaling to everyone I’m taken.

“I knew I liked you for a reason,“ Ethan says as Tobias still stands there. Then he shakes it off and laughs whole-heartedly.

“No offense meant,“ he says and the others also take some champagne from the tray.

“It’s all good I promise. I was so excited to meet you. Since I’ve only heard good things about you. Is it true you know a lot of embarrassing stories about Ethan?“ I ask him and he smiles wickedly.

”Oh if you only knew, I’ll gladly share,“ he promises me and I’m all excited.

While I can hear Ethan groan next to Hayley.

We all laugh, enjoy a drink and talk amongst each other.

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Some later I hear a clink on a glass and I see Bella is trying to get everyones attention.

“I’m sure everyone enjoyed the wedding. So let me start off the reception right with a toast. I’ll even start. When you guys first started dating, I was hesitant to trust you. You seemed a bit too unreal. Handsome, not an idiot, successful and you have good taste? You two thought you were so sneaky, but nice try. We’re twins after all, so we know each other pretty well. I knew Hayley was dating someone she really loves,“ she grins at them. “I mean come on. She had your book for crying out loud, and when she called me from the bathroom and told me she’s going to work with the Ethan Ramsey, I knew you guys were meant to be. So here’s to the lucky couple. Cheers,“ she takes a sip of her drink and everyone around us echoes her cheers.

Sienna is next with her toast.

“I’m probably a little biased since Hayley is my best friend and fellow dolphin. We have matching tattoos to prove it. I couldn’t be happier today that you guys got married. You were dancing around each other for so long and you deserve all the love in the world. Thank god I’m wearing water proof mascara. So I don’t care if I cry. Congrats. Cheers to you guys,“ she says and we all laugh and dab at some errand tears.

I see Bryce standing up and also clinking his glass. He looks at me to ask me if it’s okay if he makes a toast.

I nod encouragingly and he gives me a light kiss.

“Where to start? There are so many embarrassing stories I could tell…but I don’t want to embarrass Hayley too much, she does enough things to embarrass Ethan, so she more than makes up for it. Right angel cake?“

Everyone hollers with laughter.

“Ethan I think it speaks volumes that you’d let Lahela embarrass you at your own wedding. Lahela respect,“ Tobias nods at Bryce and drinks at his words.

Ethan just smiles.

“Oh don’t worry. Bryce is getting married. I’ve got a couple of stories to share,“ he smirks.

I grin.

“You have embarrassing stories about B? Oh you’ve gotta share. I could bribe you with some really old whiskey,“ I say.

He laughs so hard that Hayley has to pat his back a couple of times. After he recovered he says.

“Trust me I’ll do this for free,“ he says and coughs a couple of times.

I smile at that.

Bryce smiles and continues.

“While the old man recovers, I’ll just keep going. I’ve known Hayley for some time now and I’m really happy for you guys. You’re a wonderful couple. You give off so much love vibes, it’s almost a little creepy. Cheers to you guys,“ he says and says drinks to his toast.

I laugh at his words and I can see that Rafael and Elijah are laughing so hard they almost spill their drinks.

“Ugh please. As if you’re not whipped,“ I say to him and he laughs at that.

Ethan points his drink in my direction.

“I’ll drink to Lunas comment. Couldn’t have said it better myself,“ he says

My cousins and Maxine all laugh.

Soon we all order something off the menu to eat.

I’m starving. I was barely holding on. Thankfully we could order and when our food arrived I almost inhaled it.

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Some time later I excuse myself to use the restroom.

As I come back from it I go to the bar and order a drink, that’s when I hear two women next to me whispering among themselves as I wait for my ginger ale.

“It’s despicable. She gets to lead the Diagnostics Team and she gets to marry the guy? I wonder if she would show me exactly what tricks she used in the bedroom. Because sleeping your way to the top gets a whole new meaning,“ they both snicker at that.

People like that make my blood boil. Why do they have to ruin someone’s day and make it about themselves? If they don’t like them why did they come to the wedding in the first place?

“Well if you wanted to lead the Diagnostics Team, all you had to do was show that you’re good at your job, instead of only being mean gossipers,“ I say and take my drink.

“And who are you?“

The blonde one in the gold dress asks looking me up and down, though I just raise an eyebrow not rising to the bait. That’s when her friend whisper yells.

“That’s the one who snagged Lahela,“ the brunette says in her purple dress. I think her name is Mallory or Melanie I can’t remember exactly.

I laugh.

“Wow. First of all my name is Luna and second of all I didn’t snag anyone. Bryce and I fell in love. Which is clearly something you ladies know nothing about, going by your conversation and your snide comments. This is a wedding. If you can’t enjoy it, maybe you should just leave,“ I say to them my voice getting sharper.

“We were invited like everyone else from the hospital staff,“ the blonde one replies.

“I’m sure Hayley would never invite someone who treats her disrespectfully or talks bad about her behind her back,“ I defend Hayley, getting angrier by the second.

The brunette laughs but in a mean and bitter tone.

“You would know about that. Being the rebound and the second choice,“ they both laugh at their petty comment.

While my own anxiety rises to the top and I’m about to unleash a pretty mean comment, that’s when I feel a soft hand at my elbow and when I turn around I see Ethan standing by my side.

“Is there a problem ladies?“ Ethan asks putting his arm over my shoulder and squeezing gently.

”Of course not Dr. Ramsey, we were just chatting,“ they both splutter and turn red. Caught gossiping and then lying about it to try and safe face.

His usually warm blue eyes, turned glacier blue as he raises a dark eyebrow in their direction.

”From where I‘m standing you were just trying to ruin a wonderful day. What’s even worse you were insulting not just me, which I can live with, since I don’t care about your opinion of me. But you insulted my wife and our dear friend. Something I won’t tolerate. So if you don’t want to be here then kindly fuck off,“ he says and his words warm my heart.

No one outside my family and friends has ever stood up for me like this.

”We meant no offense Dr. Ramsey,“ the blonde one says but her friend tries to make her shut up since Ethan’s gaze swivels towards her and he just gives her a dead stare.

”If you didn’t mean any offense then you shouldn’t have opened your mouth. If you’d put your talents elsewhere maybe you’d have an inch of the success that these wonderful two ladies have worked so hard for. There’s something I’ve learned in life. You can teach people skills, but you cannot teach them character. I think that applies to both of you. We’ll address this once I’m back from my honeymoon,“ he says and they’re silent and don’t utter a word.

They look at each other and both just say their goodbyes and leave.

They probably wouldn’t know how go up against the two of us anyway. All the while they continue to talk trash about nice and genuine people. If toxic and bad vibes had a face, it would be them.

He turns to me and gives me a concerned once over.

“Don’t listen to anything those women have to say. Honestly. They don’t deserve to be here on our day. All they do is spread negativity and hate. You’re not second choice or a rebound. You hear me Luna?“ I nod along.

Their words still stinging. They hit their mark.

Ethan points to my drink while my hands are shaking slightly, he takes it out of my hands.

“Slow and deep breaths okay? Breathe with me,“ he instructs and slowly we both breathe in and out. After a few seconds passed my breathing returns to normal and my hands aren’t shaking anymore. I firmly grasp my drink and take a big gulp.

“I don’t know why I let their words affect me so much,“ I say and smile up at him. Since he’s a giant compared to me and my 5‘0 feet. Well 5‘1 feet in heels.

“Because it’s a sore spot and you can’t help but wonder. But know this. You and Bryce are perfect for each other. There’s no way he chose you because you and Hayley are similar. Which you aren’t. You might both have blonde hair, but that’s where the similarities end,“ he says and continues “You’re both uniquely beautiful. And that’s what counts. Not some bitchy comments from envious people,“ he finishes.

I give him a big hug and after a couple of seconds when he doesn’t hug me back immediately I look up and say

”You’re supposed to hug a person back. Just do it you’ll feel much better,“ I mumble into his shirt.

He laughs and hugs me back and then he steps back

”Thank you, it’s truly good to know that there are still nice people around here. Hayley is a lucky woman to have found you,“ I say.

”Bryce is lucky as well. You’re good for him and vice versa,“ he says and I can see he’s blushing.

”Are you blushing? So cute. Your secret is safe with me,“ I smile.

He nods.

”Well with me and Bryce, and my cousins. Ehhh. Maybe it’s not so safe after all,“ I shrug.

He groans. He takes his ordered drink and together we rejoin the festivities.

Everyone is dancing and soon Bryce and I hit the dance floor together with everyone else. If he noticed something happened he doesn’t say it out loud.

B knows me well enough to know I need some time to gather my thoughts, before telling him anything.

I can see Maxine and Rafael dancing together. Next to Sienna and Sky. Even Jackie joined with Soraya. Both of them smiling. Hmmm. They look like an interesting couple.

While Evie films everything for her picta live story.

All in all it‘s a beautiful ceremony of two people who are in love and want to share it with the world.

Despite those comments from earlier, that stirred up some residual feelings that I still have. I know it’s silly but sometimes I can’t help myself.

As we’re dancing to a slower song Bryce tips up my chin so he can look into my eyes.

“Wanna tell me what’s wrong?“ he asks while his hands move lower.

“Are you trying to cop a feel?“ I laugh and he winks.

“Maybe, but I know what you’re doing. So stop trying to change the subject,“ he asks his tone serious.

I sigh while I rest my hands on his chest, playing with the suspenders. He discarded his suit jacket earlier. Dare I say it, but he looks so fucking good in his outfit.

I sigh deeply.

“There were two women I don’t know and they were talking badly about Hayley and Ethan. They were saying how she used some tricks and slept her way to the top to get to lead the Diagnostics team and to get married to Ethan. Saying how I snagged you.“ I say and then add. ”They‘re judging our love, without even knowing any details. I hate people who take those kinds of liberties,“ I say.

Bryce sighs at my words.

”That’s a new low even for them,“ he says shaking his head ruefully.

I look up

“You know them?“ I ask curiously.

He nods

“I wish I didn’t. Emily and Sascha. They’re a new sort of mean. Even worse than your average gossiper or mean girl,“ he says and continues while we sway back and forth.

“They never liked Hayley or any of us for that matter. They weren’t invited to hang out with us. We’ve all worked hard to get where we are now. And not by sleeping our way to the top. I feel like women are always more prone to be accused of sleeping with someone higher-up because they got a certain position. Instead of congratulating someone for their success, they tear them down,“ he sighs.

I continue.

”Actually Ethan came by and scared them off. I can defend myself, but I was glad he was there. They were so scared of the consequences they might have to face,“ I say and smile.

Bryce kisses my forehead.

”I’m glad Ramsey showed up. Trust me I wouldn’t have had such nice things to say,“ he admits while he spins me around and then back to him.

”Well if you count saying kindly fuck off as nice, sure than he was nice,“ I reply and Bryce pauses while we dance, but then he picks it up again. Smiling to himself.

”He’s a good guy. At first when I learned that he and Hayley got together and later on that they were engaged? I felt weird about it. Not because I still harbor feelings. But because I was genuinely happy for them, and truly elated when I thought of starting to plan our own wedding and then the most important part the honeymoon and the wedding night,“ he whispers and steals a kiss.

I smile shyly.

”Is that really how you feel? I’m not trying to ruin the mood or put a damper on things. It’s just comments like those sometimes make me insecure and then I’m thinking what if…“ I don’t get to finish.

”No what ifs,“ he kisses me and interrupts my word vomit.

I smile simply happy at his words, but before I can kiss him I hear another voice.

”Oh for the love of god. Please get a room,“ we hear a voice next to us and see Ethan and Hayley dancing together.

”You first Ramsey,“ Bryce blows him a kiss and Ethan just rolls his eyes.

Hayley laughs and retorts.

”So that wasn’t your hand that grabbed my ass earlier?“

She grins up at him lovingly.

When Ethan doesn’t respond immediately, all of us start laughing.

”She got you there man,“ Bryce says.

Hayley leans over to us.

”Don’t forget to get in line, I’ll be tossing the bouquet in a couple of minutes. But I promised Cinderella here another dance,“ she laughs at Ethan‘s facial expression.

”I can’t wait,“ I say and they both turn into another direction.

Bryce and I dance to another slow song when I voice an idea I’ve had for some time.

”I actually wanted to discuss something with you regarding our wedding planning,“ I smile and continue.

”How about we book Sunset Moments for that. It’s my cousins wedding planning business. I think they’d make this memorable and I don’t know …I trust them. They know us the best and…“ I run out of words to explain why they‘re so awesome.

Bryce just shakes his head.

”You don’t have to explain why they’re perfect. I already love them like a family. I hope they feel the same. So if they’d be willing to to do it. Sure I’m in,“ he says quietly.

”Bryce Andrew Lahela. Of course they love you. You’re amazing, wonderful and caring. Who wouldn’t love you?“ I say and give him a kiss.

”You forgot to mention one thing,“ he says his voice getting lower and he whispers in my ear so only I can hear him.

I‘m blushing by the time he’s done.

”I can’t believe you just said that,“ I say while I probably look like a fire truck.

He laughs.

”It’s not like anybody heard me say it. Doing all that yoga has certainly made you bendy. So you won’t hear any complaints from me,“ he winks and together we get off the dance.

I join the other ladies for the tossing of the bouquet. I think it’s fun. I stand in the back, because well people were elbowing each other and I don’t want to walk away with bruises.

Bryce shouts in my direction and I look at him.

”Go get it babe,“ he winks at me and I just shake my head and laugh.

Hayley turns around

”Is everyone ready?“ she shouts and as she tosses the bouquet really high everyone is trying to grasp it. Elbowing one another to the side.

All of a sudden I feel a tiny weight in my outstretched hands. It seems the bouquet fell into my hands. I haven’t even really tried to catch it.

I stare down at it and see Hayley coming my way. Grinning from ear to ear.

”Congrats you caught it,“ she says and winks at me.

Did she want me to catch it? I smile and Bryce comes over.

”That’s my girl,“ he says.

I’m too stunned to say anything other than just smile. While I’m being surrounded by my family and friends.

It was truly a fantastic day.