Anna's POV
Days rolled by into weeks and then months. Leylah's wedding day came like a flash and thankfully I was well prepared enough to be her bridesmaid.
I wore a silky pink long dress that hugged my hips gracefully with silver heels to match . My hair was tied in a ponytail and I had silver adornments in it.
I felt like the most beautiful girl in the wedding hall until I saw my step sister walk down the isle.
Her wedding dress was the most beautiful I've ever seen. Well not like I had been to a lot of weddings , but I've sure seen them on the internet.
Her makeup was soft and flawless , she looked so breathtaking and her smile lit up the whole room. I resisted the urge to run to her and give her a hug.
She locked hands with my dad as they both walked down the isle. I stole a quick glance at him and I bet that I could see pride and joy written all over his face.
I gave her shoulder a gentle squeeze when she took her position in front of me.
"You look too beautiful" I whispered.
I figured she was trying to fight back tears as she just nodded.
I handed her a handkerchief "don't ruin your makeup my beautiful bride."
She took the handkerchief and giggled.
All these while , her soon to be husband stared at her with so much admiration. You would think he was seeing her for the first time in his life.
They said their wedding vows and sealed it with a kiss. It was such a beautiful sight to behold.
I looked into the guests and found Solange and her fiancé sitting side by side holding hands. I rolled my eyes at her and she smiled.
I continued to scan through the guests but there was no sign of Theo . I heaved a sigh of relief .
He probably couldn't make it to the wedding.
The after party started few minutes after the couple exchanged their wedding rings.
Everyone moved out of the hall to the beach . It was beautifully decorated with flowers and balloons . Also chairs and tables had been set. The decorators did not come to play at all.
I went to change into a more comfortable outfit since my job as bridesmaid was done.
I strolled to the table where Solange and her fiancé sat.
"The food is so good" She said nodding her head.
She introduced me to her fiancé as her best friend and honestly that made me feel really good.
"It's nice to finally meet you Anna… I have heard a lot about you" he smiled shyly extending his hand.
I took his hand and shook it gently.
" Its such a pleasure that I am finally meeting you as well. Trust me my ears are full also." I winked at her and she blushed.
He took her hand and kissed it gently making her blush even harder.
"I hope you guys are having fun?" I asked.
"Of course" they chorused and we all laughed.
"I'll see you in a bit , have fun" I said excusing myself.
I looked around with so much joy in my heart , everyone was looking so happy and contented especially my parents .
It was such a beautiful day because the birds kept flocking over the water in unison.
I felt a tap on my left arm as I made my way towards my step sister's table where a seat had been obviously reserved for me.
"Hello sweetheart" a familiar voice said making my heart skip.
I turned to see Theo smiling , his hair perfectly cut making him look handsome .
He has always been good looking . His familiar cologne filled my nostrils as he stepped closer to kiss my cheek.
I moved backwards surprised by the gesture.
I almost cursed but I held my breathe instead. I prayed he was not going to show up but it seemed like the universe was not on my side about this.
"Hi" I muttered .
"You are not happy to see me?" He frowned.
"You are here as a guest, I appreciate that….." I was beginning to walk away but he pulled me back gently.
"I came so I could see you" he almost smirked.
I shot him daggers not bothering to hide the irritation on my face.
"Theo it's been years , I think it's time to move on" I shook my head . I have made this particular statement times without numbers over the past years and it felt like he was not ready to listen.
He was staring at me , I could not read his expression. At that moment I felt softness towards him , more like pity.
"But I love you" he whispered.
"Love?" I scoffed .
He made a move to take my hands in his but I rolled my hands into a fist.
"Theo! I do not want to have this conversation with you again , let this be the last time please" I said and walked away.
"Bitch!" I heard him say amidst gritted teeth.
I kept walking and did not look back.
I forced a smile when I got to the table, I helped myself to a seat and heaved a sigh of relief.
My step sister gave me a knowing look , a look that says she witnessed what just happened.
"Is he causing trouble?" She whispered.
I shrugged "not something I cannot handle"
"Let me know if he's being an ass" she said , her brows arched with worry.
I waved her off " I will handle Theo myself."
I sounded more like I was assuring myself than telling her.
The last thing I wanted was for her to worry about me. Not on her wedding day.
I gave the groom a playful tap on his hand , he has been so engrossed in a conversation with the best man who was also his cousin.
"You are so lucky to have my sister as your wife" I said in an attempt to distract her.
He grinned from ear to ear "I always remind myself how lucky I am…. She's the best thing to happen to me".
My phone beeped for the first time in hours . I checked the message and a small smiled played at the corner of my lips.
I looked at Leylah and she gave me a questioning look . She had been watching me closely.
"Spill sis" she said curiously.
"Well I have been shortlisted to attend the VIP entrepreneur class I signed up for" I rolled my eyes dramatically.
"Congratulations" everyone at the table chorused.
"Thank you" I said shyly.
The entrepreneur class was all I needed to give a finishing touch to building my beauty brand.
I looked at Leylah and smiled even harder "means I'll be out of town for a while."
The thought made my stomach churn with excitement.