The garden was filled with flowers, and the sky was showering us with petals as if the gods were blessing us from heaven. The smell of fresh green grass and roses calmed my nerves. White chairs lined up on either side of me, and the red carpet was ready for me to walk down the aisle. Spread down the aisle were white leaves that, as far as the eyes could see, were slightly moist, so they wouldn't crack when you stepped on them.On one side sat my friends and a fuming Sophia, while on the other side, Lord Theo sat with other lords all dressed in suits. Lyn was walking around making sure all the arrangements were ready. Stanley stood at the end of the aisle, his back tense. His hands were clenched at his sides, and it was visible in the way his shoulders were slightly hunched. He wore an ivory-coloured suit that fit him perfectly, highlighting his broad shoulders and tall frame. His hair was perfectly gelled back, accentuating the strong lines on his jaw.When Peter announced my arrival, Stanley's body visibly tensed. He took a big breath, his chest rising and falling as he tried to stabilise himself. He slowly turned around, his eyes wide with surprise and excitement. His face softened when his gaze met mine, and his eyes shone with love. A tear glistened in the corner of his eye, and his lips parted slightly as if he was ready to say something but couldn't find the words."The bride shall walk down the aisle."The bridesmaids came through looking ravishing in pink gowns, then the cute flower girl Anna. The maid of honour and the ring bearer took their places.The bridesmaids appeared first, ravishing in pink gowns, followed by the adorable flower girl, Anna. The maid of honour and the ring bearer took their places. Stanley's friends signalled for him to turn around. Our eyes met, and he drew a silent breath, freezing as he looked at me. Handsome was an understatement. He stood tall in an ivory-coloured suit that matched my dress perfectly. His hair was neatly gelled back, highlighting his beautiful eyes, which were filled with love and admiration. A tear escaped his eye, mirrored by one from mine.Queen Irna came to me in a beautiful golden gown that fit her body perfectly, resembling a goddess. She smiled and took my hand."That honour belongs to me," a voice behind me said. Lord Zephyr walked proudly towards us. I smiled as he took my hand, replacing Queen Irna. She nodded and moved aside."You look beautiful," he said, his eyes teary. Just like my father would have said. "Let's get you married." He winked and escorted me down the aisle, which seemed longer than ever, though the crowd was silent. The priest asked everyone to stand. The bridesmaids lined the path with white rose petals as the music began.Everyone's eyes were on me, and my nervousness surged. The attention was overwhelming.Finally, Lord Zephyr placed my hand in Stanley's, smiling warmly before patting Stanley's shoulder and stepping away.Stanely and I stood in front of the priest.Today we gathered to witness the prince and princess join together in holy matrimony. "You can now exchange the vows," the officiant announced.Stanley and I spoke in unison, "I take you to be my Husband/Wife. I vow to be your partner in every step of the way and love you, only you in this life and the next. I belong with you." We finished our vows with tears, having never written them down. It was all I wanted to say to him, and he said the exact same thing.Peter stepped forward and presented the rings. Just as I was about to place the ring on Stanley's finger, a loud howl erupted. It resonated against the solid walls. The ground started trembling like there was an earthquake. The clouds began to rumble, and the sound of thunder pierced through the silence. Everyone rose from their seats, looking around in confusion. The uneasy feeling I had before walking down the aisle returned, and my stomach churned with anxiety.This could mean only one thing...They are coming.Stanley's eyes weren't looking at me but seemed to be focused on something that I couldn't see in the distance.The wolves howled louder, sending a terrifying signal of approaching intruders. Stanley held me close, his grip firm and protective. Around us, the guests drew their weapons, ready to defend. Queen Irna's eyes flared with rage as she cast a harsh glance at Sophia. We all turned instinctively to look.Sophia met my gaze with a sickening smile and a twisted look of win. She had achieved a big thing, something dark. Before I could react, she disappeared into thin air, leaving a cold void where she stood.Lord Theo's eyes rolled back in his head, and his body shook. When his eyes opened, the nervousness in them was clear. "The vampires are coming," he screamed, his voice slicing through the tense silence like a blade. "Get ready," he said, his voice urgent and powerful.Stanley's grip on me tightened. "Stay close," he whispered, his voice trembling with both fear and resolve. I nodded, my heart pounding in my chest, adrenaline coursing through my veins.Chaos erupted around us, but in that moment, surrounded by the people who would fight to protect us, I felt a surge of willpower. We would stand together and fight.Stanley stood to my full height and stepped forward. Vampires were marching towards us and I saw blood dripping from a few of their mouths.I summoned my powers and closed my eyes."Protego Horribilis"...I cast a safety spell on my people. They could sustain a physical injury but not die.In the distance, I saw thousands of vampires rushing towards us, their sharp fangs shining menacingly. Behind them, hundreds of witches were lined up, casting protective spells. Edmond and William were nowhere to be seen.Queen Irna jumped into action, waving her hand to summon the Witch soldiers. Within seconds, they formed a barrier outside the palace. The vampires surrounded us, closing in from all sides, moving forward without stopping. We were caught off guard by this sudden attack.The soldiers fought bravely, their swords clashing with the vampires' claws. The night echoed with the sound of metal hitting flesh and the screams of the wounded. One soldier swung his sword at a vampire, but the creature deflected the blow with inhuman speed and bit into the soldier's neck.The scene was chaotic. Queen Irna stood tall, directing the defence with an intense handle. Stanley kept me close, his gaze never leaving the battlefield. My heart pounded as I watched the steadfast advance of the vampires, their eyes glowing with an intent to kill.People around me fought with all they had, their faces fiercely focused. The sound of spells being cast, the clash of swords, and the cries of the injured filled the air. It was a war for survival, and everyone was doing their best to protect one another.Witches behind the vampire lines chanted spells, their eyes glowing with power. Each spell they cast sent a surge of energy to the vampires, making them faster, and stronger. A vampire, now imbued with magical strength, leapt over the barrier and landed amidst the soldiers, killing brutally.Queen Irna's eyes blazed with fury. She raised her staff and slammed it into the ground, sending a shockwave that knocked several vampires back. But for everyone she eliminated, two more took its place.A vampire lunged at Stanley, but he quickly conjured a fireball and hurled it, setting the vampire ablaze. It screamed as it turned to ashes.I focused my energy, sending white flame to trap another vampire, burning it to crisp. Stanley, with his incredible magic power, moved with swift precision. He summoned a wall of flames, blocking a group of vampires trying to break through our defences.Behind the vampire lines, the witches raised their hands together, casting a huge spell. A dark cloud formed above us, crackling with evil energy. Lightning bolts rained down, striking our people. Queen Irna countered with a shield spell, but I could see the effort was taking a toll on her.Stanley, seeing the struggle, raised his hands high. He summoned a huge storm of flames and sent it towards the dark cloud. The swirling elements repelled the lightning power, keeping the soldiers safe from harm. He fought like a true warrior. Stanley's fireballs continued to rain down on the advancing vampires, each one precise and deadly.Lord Theo, with his sword flashing, cut through the enemy with deadly skill. He reached one of the witches and fought her in a fierce duel of magic and steel. Their battle lit up the night, each spell and strike sounding like thunder.Amidst the chaos, Sophia appeared again, her sickening smile never fading. She moved gracefully through the battlefield, untouched by the attacks around her, her eyes locked on me."Didn't I warn you before?" she said, walking slowly towards me. "He is mine. You dare to wed him in front of me? Did you think I would just sit and watch?" Her voice dripped with venom.She raised her hand, and suddenly, I felt an invisible force gripping my heart, squeezing the life out of me. I gasped, struggling to break free. Pain surged through my chest, but I summoned all my power to fight back.Stanley saw what was happening and his eyes blazed with fury. He thrust his hand forward, sending a stream of fire towards Sophia. She dodged it with ease, her eyes narrowing as she turned her attention to him.Meanwhile, Lord Theo's battle with the witch continued each clash of their weapons echoing through the night. Sparks flew as steel met magic, illuminating the battleground with bursts of light.I gritted my teeth, channelling my powers. I felt the white flame within me grow stronger, pushing against Sophia's hold. With a burst of effort, I broke free from her grip, sending a blast of flames towards her. She staggered back, surprised by the force.Stanley stepped forward, his hands ablaze with fire. "Stay away from her," he growled, his voice filled with power.Sophia's smile faded, replaced by a look of cold rage. She raised her hands, dark energy crackling between her fingers.Stanley, sensing my distress, turned and summoned his powers. He hurled daggers at Sophia. At first, she dodged them easily, but Stanley kept attacking relentlessly. His eyes burned with the clear intent to kill her, taking her by surprise and breaking her concentration. This gave me the chance to recover. Sophia's eyes widened in fear as she struggled to dodge Stanley's attacks."I have had enough of you," Stanley spat. "I forgave all your advances only for Kristen. You don't deserve to live." His final dagger flew straight at her heart. Sophia tried to dodge but was too slow. The dagger struck her chest but didn't penetrate deeply enough to be fatal. Another witch appeared and blocked the attack with a spell. I recognised her from the castle.The witch summoned her powers and aimed them at Stanley. But Lord Theo and the other lords quickly formed a protective barrier around him with their bodies and magic, effortlessly deflecting the attack.I stood up, looking around at the devastating scene.Stanley stepped forward in front of me, his hands glowing with fire. With a wave of his hand, he sent a powerful wave of flames towards the attacking witch, forcing her to retreat.With a scream, I recited the spell. "Phasmatos Incendia,"I unleashed a torrent of energy, knocking everyone back. The ground trembled, and the sky, filled with dark clouds, echoed my rage with thunder.The battlefield had become a nightmarish landscape. The once pristine palace gardens were now a chaotic mess, trampled and soaked with blood. Vampire bodies lay scattered on the ground, their lifeless forms briefly illuminated by the flashes of lightning. The air was thick with the stench of blood and the cacophony of battle—powers clashing, wounded cries, and the growls of relentless vampires.Sophia's face was a mask of fury and agony. She clutched her chest where Stanley's dagger had struck, her eyes blazing with a mixture of pain and hatred. Determined to fight back, she summoned a swirling mass of dark energy and hurled it towards me. I barely managed to dodge, the dark magic exploding behind me with a deafening roar, ripping apart the ground.Stanley, protected by the lords, stayed firm. His eyes were intensely focused as he created a strong spell, sending a wave of fire crashing down on the witches. They countered with their own spells, and the air crackled with magical power as their abilities collided. Each impact shook the ground, the earth groaning under the strain of the fierce battle.Fear gripped me, my heart pounding and my breaths coming in short, ragged gasps. Despite the chaos, I refused to move, drawing my powers. My hands glowed with white flames, ready to strike back.Stanley's fire spells blazed fiercely, protecting me from the dark magic. His movements were precise and elegant.Sophia's expression switched between rage and frustration as she fought. Her eyes turned around, calculating her next move. She threw dark energy blasts with deadly speed, each one trying desperately to get past Stanley's defences.I focused all my energy, feeling the power coursing through me. The fear and anxiety melted away, replaced by a fierce anger. With another scream, I unleashed a wave of flames, more powerful than before. Vampires and witches alike were thrown back, some crashing into trees, others into the palace walls.Stanley, alongside the lords, continued to fend off the witches' spells, their combined magic creating a protective dome around them.I saw Queen Irna leading her men with force and protecting them with magic. She stood tall, her presence an example of hope amidst the chaos. Her voice rang out, giving orders, rallying the troops, her own magic adding to the fray.The witches' dark magic tipped the scales against us, and we were slowly being pushed back towards the palace.Queen Irna, seeing the dire situation, called out a final, desperate command. The witch soldiers regrouped, forming a tighter circle around us, their spells reinforcing our defences. But the vampires kept coming, their hunger for victory insatiable.Just before, I thought we were outnumbered. Hundreds of men came running towards us from the east. Jackson was leading them.