Episode 6

It's almost time for the wedding, and Pamela and I are ready.

( Ana's makeup and hair)

(Pamela)

Pamela: You look so beautiful… (she says, adjusting my veil)

Ana: Thank you, you look beautiful too. (I say smiling)

Pamela: You know, Ana, I imagine you dreamed of marrying for love, but in our world, it's quite complicated. But I'm sure my brother will protect you with his own life.

I nod in agreement, and we head to the car.

I arrived at the ceremony location, which would be held at the mafia headquarters. While it wasn't time to enter, I looked at everything from inside the car.

Until Ana came to let me know it was time. I get out of the car, and my father, if you can even call that being a father, was already waiting for me at the entrance.

As I approach, I see his eyes tearing up. Either I'm crazy, or he's emotional about something.

I pretend not to notice, put my hand on his arm, and the wedding march begins to play. In a few seconds, the door opens, and everyone turns their attention to me.

As soon as I see it, I'm stunned by all the decoration.

I like it even more when I look at the altar and see Brian all elegant in his tailored suit, with a sexy posture. Oh my god, what's happening to me.

(Ceremony location)

I arrive at the altar, my father gives me away to Brian without any farewell, which ends up saddening me, but I try not to show it.

Brian takes my hand, and when we touch it was like a current running between us, something I can't explain.

Brian: You are beautiful. (He says, taking my hand and leading me to the altar)

I'm speechless and can't respond.

We kneel before a man who I believe is the head of the councilors, he was wearing a suit with a mafia symbol.

Man: Well, we are here today to perform the marriage of our future Don, Brian Salvatore. As you already know, we don't prolong the ceremony much.

Miss Ana Rossi, do you take Brian Salvatore to be your lawfully wedded husband?

Ana: I do.

Man: Do you promise to be faithful in joy or sadness, in health and sickness, until death do you part?

Ana: I do.

Man: Do you promise to keep secret everything you see and hear concerning the Spanish mafia, even if tortured?

Ana: Y-yes. (I answer fearfully when I hear the word tortured)

Man: Mr. Brian Salvatore, do you take Ana Rossi to be your lawfully wedded wife?

Brian: I do.

Man: Do you promise to be faithful in joy or sadness, in health or sickness, until death do you part?

Brian: I do.

Man: You may exchange rings.

At that moment we put on our rings and now yes I was bound to this man until death do us part. (I get nervous just thinking about it)

Man: By the power vested in me by the mafia, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride.

When I hear that, my heart drops, this will be my first kiss, what am I going to do…

When I look to the side, I see Brian approaching, and he holds my face smiling, and gives me a delicate peck on the lips, and whispers in my ear.

Brian: Calm down, I don't want to be a widower… (he says laughing)

I can't help but smile too.

He intertwines his hands with mine, and we head towards the reception.

And when I see it, I think it's the most beautiful thing. Whoever did it, did it very well, and put a lot of effort into it.

We sit at our table, and receive congratulations from our guests. Until my father arrived, greeted us, and so did my stepmother and my sister. Both pretending to like me, but shooting daggers at me with their eyes.

The waiters started serving, and I started eating calmly, just as Pamela taught me, with each special cutlery. In a quick glance, I looked at the table where my supposed family was, and I see that shrew glaring at me, and that disgusting Karine, looking at my husband with desire. It's still strange to call him that, but from now on, that's what he is.

He seems to notice too.

Brian: Ignore them, it's not worth wasting your energy on them. (He speaks and continues eating)

Ana: I know… But it's a little complicated… (I say awkwardly)

Brian: I imagine. Try this, it's delicious. (He takes his fork and feeds me)

Ana: Hmmm, it's really good.

Brian: I told you… (He smiles)

And what a wonderful smile.

Some men approach, greet us, and call Brian to an urgent meeting.

Brian: Right at my wedding?

Man: It's necessary, sir.

Brian looks at me and says he won't be long, and I nod.

After a few moments, the wicked Karine approaches.

Karine: Did the hunk already abandon you, little sister? (She says ironically)

Ana: Leave me alone, Karine… (I say without any fear)

Karine: Look, the snake has spread its wings…

Ana: The only snake I see here is you… (I continue eating, showing no discomfort)

Karine: He must be with his mistress in there, or do you think a hot guy like him is going to settle for just a plain Jane?

At that moment, she touches on my weak point, because I think I'm the worst of the worst, I have terrible self-esteem, but I won't let her step on me, not anymore.

Ana: I think you're the plain Jane, even saying you were the real bride, he rejected you.

Karine: You… (Before she could finish the sentence, Brian arrived)

Brian: Is there a problem here? (He says seriously with his hands in his pockets)

Karine: Of course not, dear, I just came to wish you happiness.

Brian: You already did that when we arrived.

Karine: I came to do it again.

Brian: Ah, I see. I'm sure I'll be happy with a woman like this by my side. (He says looking at me)

Karine: O-of course.

Brian: Will you grant me this dance, Mrs. Salvatore? (He says, holding out his hand)

Ana: Of course. (I answer, smiling at Karine's face)

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