Riella's POV.There was no way I saw that coming. Absolutely no way I could have predicted any of this. My eyes were widened and my mouth was wide open while I stared at it. I couldn't believe this. I couldn't believe this.Ultimately, my heart started racing in my chest and I was forced to take a step back because it was all too much to take in while he just knelt there watching every emotion that passed through me. “Ella, there is no one I want but you. Please, will you do us a favor and say yes to me darling?” His voice was a mixture of a plea, a desperate plea, and affection but I couldn't even think straight. Before me, my brain was thinking multiple ways about why I couldn't just do this. Why I couldn't just marry him? Why I couldn't say yes to him and it hurt to even think about them. I started to shake my head but he surprised me by inching forward with a speed that stunned me and left me gasping for a few seconds while he gently clamped my hands in his. Seconds ago, I had b
Harold's POV.When I decided to propose to Ella, it wasn't just a spin on me kind of action, I made sure to check with people around her if they felt she was ready for it. Carolyn made me realize that there was no better time. And to me, it felt like the perfect time.I felt everything was going to be okay. I was going to propose to her and she was going to say and I was going to marry her and all of that. I didn't realize that I was shitting myself along. That I had been lying to myself because as I held her in my arms, I wondered if things were ever going to be okay between us.Except that wasn't the final blow because she started to pull back and I let her know I couldn't force her to do anything she didn't want to do. She was an adult already. She could handle whatever was going on. But, there was no way I could handle this. “You know, Ella,” I started as I cleared my throat and watched her. She was sitting so quietly and looking far away from me. It felt almost too painful for m
Riella's POV“Ella, come on!” Carolyn yelled from the car, screaming and hooting like a child. I couldn't help the stubble of laughter that made its way out of my mouth as I watched her. She was so impatiently adorable. I touched my stomach, feeling my baby move in me as my lips stretched into a grin.I had a feeling my baby would be even more impatiently adorable. I could handle that. I'd felt like I could handle that the very moment after I said a yes to Harold two days ago.“I'm coming,” I screamed when she honked her horn again, screaming and yelling from her car. Tyler stood by the doorstep, shaking his head at her and laughing. He should just go and tame his impatient babe so she would stop making so much noise.I pulled away from Harold's grip to press a kiss to his cheeks. He wouldn't let me go which sounded so cute. He seemed to think that I was going to fall and die if he let me out of my sight and I found that so fucking affectionate.“I have to go now otherwise that blonde
Riella's POV.After I had my tummy filled classic burger with fries, I and Carolyn tumbled our way into the classy spa she had booked for us. The spa store was very large and the workers were very friendly like Amber.I was thrilled to find out that their services included a hair wash and basic treatment and even styling, so I opted for all.I didn't want a body scrub but Carolyn insisted that I get that coupled with a massage and by the time the whole thing was done, I was glad I listened to her. I casually flipped through a hair magazine while my feet were being taken care of in a pedicure treatment.“This is so exciting,” Carolyn giggled and I laughed because it was truly exciting.“I know right,” I said dreamily. “I can't believe I will be married in two days.” I grinned.“Yeah, right. I got a surprise for you tho. I can't wait to show it to you and before you ask, I'm not telling.” She imitated zipping her lips shut and I rolled my eyes.“You're such a killjoy,” I sulked.“I'd gl
Riella's POV.As I sat in the private jet, Harold by my side as he wrapped his hand around me while my head found a space in his chest, I was suddenly aware of the fact that I was going to Vegas. I was going to be married in twenty-four hours. It seemed as exciting and scary to me.I wasn't getting cold feet because I wasn't going to back out of the plan, I just felt like if I had a little more time to get familiar with the plan, it would have all been better. And somehow, I felt strangely mortified for his red-haired betrothed, Brittany.The bitch hadn't stopped texting, calling to remind him of late preparations. Of course, his original wedding was in a few days just the same way Christmas was in a few days. It was just a pity that Brittany didn't know what was coming for her.“Are you okay, baby?” Harold called out as he smoothed my back, creasing my dress a little. I smiled as I lifted my head and pressed a kiss to his cheeks. He grinned and I laughed because his lips were now pai
Riella's POVAs soon as the lights came on, a loud horn blew off followed by confetti and the loud yell of the word, “Surprise!” I was amazed to see the room decorated with pink and gold balloons, streamers, and a banner that read "Bridal Shower/Bachelorette Party." I couldn't believe it! As I took in the decorated room, I didn't notice the familiar face grinning at me not until my eyes met hers and I was taken aback for a second.“Matilda!” I squealed before rushing to pull her into a hug. She hugged me back delightedly even though it was somewhat difficult, thanks to my baby bump.“I can't believe you are here.” I was amazed while she just laughed. When I pulled back, I was still looking shocked as I looked between her and Carolyn.“Come on, you attended my bachelorette party. It's only proper that I attend yours. And besides, we are friends now, right?” She smiled cheekily.“Of course!” I was over the top, my jaw still hanging low and my eyes still widened from shock. Carolyn was h
Riella's POV.I was shaken awake by the girls as they screamed and hooted into my ear, to shake me awake. I blinked nervously as I sat up on the bed, clutching my closet closely.“It's your wedding!” The girls screamed in a sing-song voice. My lips widened and I smiled at them, taking in their pretty faces. I noticed that only Matilda was dressed properly which meant that she must have taken her bath.“Don't worry about me. I have to rush over to the venue to make sure everything is put in place. I mean, just because you are having this kind of wedding doesn't mean we are not going to make it special for you.” She gushed and I smiled even more. “Because you my darling deserve more than diamonds,” Carolyn winked at me before crawling in beside me to pull me into a hug.“Excited for your big day yet?” She whispered. It wasn't like a whisper since the other girls in the room heard her.“I'm nervous,” I confessed. I didn't understand or know where the hell the nerves had rolled in from b
Reila's POVI came out of the bathroom feeling very refreshed and scrubbed. I had made use of the cold shower, drowning myself in it and guiding every emotion through me. I wasn't surprised to find the stylist and make-up artist already set up.“The bride is freshly scrubbed,” Carolyn called, a small tease in her voice. I ignored her and got my hands on the particular underwear I had selected for this day. I didn't see Matilda anywhere in the room so I guessed that she was at the event center already.“So, Ella, this is Joanna.” Carolyn pulled me toward the two ladies setting up their equipment on the vanity table.The one she introduced as Joanna was a very frail-looking woman, blessed with nice teeth and beaming eyes. She looked very professional in her mini dress but she still managed to pull off the fun look. Maybe it was the way she packed her hair.“Hi, Joanna,” I smiled warmly at her and her smile widened.“Hello, Ella. Or should I say the latest bride?” she teased and I chuckl