The sight was horrifying, to me, I've never imagined him to be like this when he's mad. It scared me to the core. That I felt like passing out. But I couldn't just stand there and watch him strangle her to death. I don't know what beef they had with each other but I won't be a part of anything like death on my wedding day.
Mav,... Please stop I begged placing my palm on his hand. And he instantly relaxed, as he let go of her neck. I hugged him right, but he didn't return the hug, he was calm but the aura surrounding him was different. Please, ... Calm down.
LUKE'S POV
Reaching them, I was more than shocked by what my eyes were seeing, his wife stopped him and even hugged him although she seemed scared. I don't even understand this situation anymore, how can she hug him in this state? No one ever did that. I stared at the scene in front of me shocked. Even Rachel couldn't say a word she herself was surprised. This side of him was new to them.
Delauress coughed hard as she ran out of the place in fear. Mav was still silent as he tried to break free but she clung to his body like sticky glue.
Good night bro, I said taking Rachel's hand and left. I wasn't expecting a response, I just knew that they needed privacy and I needed to fix my situation with Rachel, the fighting had been long overdue.
SCARLET'S POV
I don't know if I'm doing the right thing or not I just know that I don't want him angry and I don't want him to hurt anyone. So I'll stay like this till he's calm enough. After waiting for what seemed like forever he finally relaxed. I slowly lifted my head only to meet his eyes, his gaze was intense, not scary though he seemed intrigued.
Ar... Are... Are you calm now? I stuttered.
Hmm! Was all he said still staring at me. There was something about him, he had me stuck on him without uttering a word. His eyes always have this hold on me.
Eh..em! Clears throat. I quickly removed my hands from him as I turned in the direction of the voice.
We're leaving, we just wanted to say good night, you both suddenly disappeared. My Dad said awkwardly.
Dad! I said a bit surprised by his presence.
Yes, dear. Your mom and I are leaving, and most of the guests already left. He informed me.
Oh! I said realizing it was already late. Beryl hadn't uttered a word, he seemed to be deep in thought.
I'll walk you to your car then. His voice came through.
Oh no son! It's your wedding day you should rest. My father says dismissively.
Mr Lockwood! He called my Dad by his name. Surprising me. I insist.
Okay, my Dad responds like it didn't matter. How can he call my own Dad without respect? What is happening here? I thought confused as I attempted to walk away in anger but my Mum's voice called me.
Scarlett baby, can I have a word with you?
Yes, Mum, I responded without sparing Beryl a glance.
BERYL'S POV
Now what? Why is she acting like an angry bird all of a sudden? Women are weird, no wonder Luke is having a hard time with Rachel. One minute she was hugging me like her life depended on it and in the next minute, she was fuming. I'll deal with it later I have I'm things to attend to.
IN THE LIVING ROOM
Scarlett honey, why were you so mad earlier?
Nothing Mum. I answered dismissively.
I know, it's not nothing. You think he disrespected your Dad right? She asked.
Well, yes because he called him by his name. He's his father-in-law now, and I think he should address him with respect. I said spitting it out.
Look dear, he may be rude sometimes but trust me, your husband was once a very sweet boy. Situations changed him to who he is now. Your Dad knows that already and he's fine with it. You're a married woman now. Try not to challenge your husband, you and him are one now, Do not disagree with him. There'll come a time when he'll need your complete support, please be there for him. You are both responsible for each other. Get to know him before judging him. Okay?
Okay, Mum, I responded finally calming down. But what if he kills someone? The question came out before I could hold my mouth.
Why say so? She asked confused.
He has a temper, Mum. I noticed it earlier.
And you have tantrums!
Mum! I scolded. I was trying to make a point but my Mum kept defending him. It felt like he was their son and I was not their daughter. Are you being serious?
Yes, you have tantrums Scarlett Jem! We both know and about killing someone, ... When it gets to that point it's necessary and if it's not necessary you are there to correct him. You are not just his wife, you are like his mother now, so correct him when need be. She said sternly.
Okay, I've heard you.
So what have you heard today? Mav's voice interrupted the conversation.
Looking at him, he looks harmless, but when he's angry a volcano explodes. Nothing! I said with a nice smile.
I'll leave you now, good night. My mum says standing up.
Okay, good night Ma'am. Mav said as my mum led us.
Can we go to the room now, angry bird? He said with a smirk on his face.
To the... To the room? I stuttered, realizing what he meant. What for?
Yes, or aren't you tired? He asked mischievously.
Hey! I said with a pout.
What? He asked innocently. If you stay here you might lose your way upstairs, and it's your first day here. He says with a grin on his face.
F...fine let's go then. I said standing up. He led the way and in no time we arrived at the room. There was a bottle of red wine and two glasses on the small table, the bed was decorated with rose petals and small candles, with soft music. Seeing everything my eyes almost popped out of their sockets. I almost forgot the last part of every marriage.
"Honeymoon"!!