A Big Day With A Big Secret 2

AUTHOR'S POV

Kayla sat at her makeup table, her eyes cast downward as the makeup artist worked his magic. Her hair was styled to perfection, secured with a dazzling diamond bow. Despite her elegant appearance, Kayla's expression betrayed her sadness, her eyes welling up with unshed tears.

Her mother, Mary, noticed Kayla's distress and approached her. "My baby, what's wrong?" she asked, concern etched on her face.

Kayla forced a weak smile. "I'm just tired, Mom."

Mary nodded sympathetically. "Okay, I'll get you an energy drink. You need to be energized for today's events."

As Mary exited the room, Isabella entered, busy dressing JJ in his miniature suit. He looked adorable as a ring bearer.

Meanwhile, Lisa asked James for his opinion on her appearance. She wore a stunning maid of honor dress – an elegant, luxurious velvet gown with intricate embroidery, sequins, and lace. The fitted design accentuated her slim waist and curvaceous hips.

James looked up from his snack, his eyes widening in appreciation. "You look beautiful, Lisa. You could pass as the bride yourself."

The other bridesmaids also looked stunning in their attire. Isabella had been invited to join their ranks, but she had declined due to her low self-esteem. She felt self-conscious about her weight, fearing that no dress would fit her properly.

The Smiths arrived at the King Mansion, where a sea of paparazzi awaited them, cameras flashing as they shouted questions. "How does it feel to be marrying into the King family, Leonard?" one reporter asked.

The mansion was abuzz with guests, all eager to witness the union of Kayla King and Leonard Smith. David King, resplendent in his tailored suit, greeted the Smiths warmly.

"Greetings, Mr. and Mrs. Smith," he said, his voice booming through the foyer. "Welcome to our home."

David extended his hand to Leonard, but the younger man rebuffed him, pulling his hand back in a humiliating gesture.

"I'm good," Leonard said curtly, his arrogant tone dripping with disdain. "Let's get this wedding started. I have a meeting to attend."

The atmosphere grew tense as Leonard's rudeness hung in the air, a stark contrast to the joy and celebration that was supposed to fill the day.

David's smile never wavered as he replied, "We're just waiting for your bride to finish her preparations. I'll have someone fetch her."

He turned to Isabella, who was busy feeding JJ. "Isabella, dear, would you please go and fetch Kayla?"

Isabella looked up, her gaze inadvertently drifting to Leonard. For a moment, she was struck by his handsome appearance – his piercing grey eyes, his chiseled features, and his perfectly styled hair. Her mind whispered a contradictory thought: How could someone so captivatingly handsome be so insufferably arrogant?

David's voice broke into her reverie, his tone tinged with a hint of impatience. "Isabella, I said go fetch

Isabella entered Kayla's bedroom, only to find her with Mike. "What are you doing here? You'll get in trouble!" Isabella exclaimed, her face etched with worry.

Kayla's expression was resolute. "Isa, I'm not going to marry Leo," she said, her hands clasped tightly around Mike's.

Isabella's eyes widened in alarm. "What? Do you know how crazy your fiancé is? He'll kill you the moment you say you don't want to marry him!" She had read about Leonard's notorious reputation in the media – a ruthless gangster with no mercy, known to eliminate anyone who embarrassed him.

Kayla's plan was reckless. "I'll just sneak out the window and run away," she said, shocking Isabella.

Isabella's voice rose in desperation. "Then he'll kill us! You can't be serious, Kayla."

Kayla's response was stunning. "No, he won't, because you're going to marry him," she said, her words sparking Isabella's anger.

"What? I won't marry that bastard!" Isabella screamed, her voice echoing through the room.

Kayla's eyes pleaded with Isabella, tears streaming down her cheeks. "Isabella, please... I beg you, do it for my unborn child. If I marry Leo, I'll have to... I'll have to kill my baby," she whispered, her voice trembling.

Isabella's heart wrenched at Kayla's words. She hated Leo, but she couldn't bear the thought of Kayla losing her child. Moreover, becoming Mrs. Smith would provide her with the perfect opportunity to seek revenge against her uncle and reclaim her father's businesses.

With a determined look, Isabella agreed, "Okay."

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