Ava's POVThe small chapel was bathed in soft sunlight, the stained-glass windows casting colorful patterns on the stone floor. A hush fell over the intimate gathering as I stepped through the arched doorway, my heart pounding with a mix of nerves and excitement.The elegant pink gown, a far cry from the traditional white, flowed gracefully around me, its delicate lace and subtle shimmer a testament to Chloe's impeccable taste. Liam, standing at the altar in a matching suit, his eyes filled with a love that mirrored my own, took my breath away.Sarah, beaming with joy, stood beside me as my maid of honor, while William, ever the supportive presence, stood by Liam's side as his best man. Chloe, radiating an air of mischievous excitement, captured the moment with her phone, her smile a testament to the unwavering support she had always shown me.The ceremony was short and sweet, the vows we exchanged a heartfelt testament to the love that had blossomed between us, a love that defied expectations and societal norms."I, Liam Blackwood, take you, Ava Bennett, to be my lawfully wedded wife," Liam declared, his voice strong and steady, his eyes locked with mine. "To have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, until death do us part." Tears welled up in my eyes as I repeated the vows, my voice trembling with emotion. "I, Ava Bennett, take you, Liam Blackwood, to be my lawfully wedded husband. To have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, until death do us part." With a final kiss, our union was sealed, a secret pact that bound us together, a testament to the power of love to conquer all.The reception was a small, intimate affair, held in a private room at a nearby restaurant. Laughter and conversation filled the air, a joyous celebration of our unconventional wedding.As the festivities drew to a close, the traditional bouquet toss commenced. I turned my back to the small group, my heart filled with a playful anticipation. With a flick of my wrist, the bouquet soared through the air, landing perfectly in Chloe's outstretched hands.Sarah, who had been playfully vying for the bouquet, feigned disappointment, a pout forming on her lips. Chloe, ever perceptive, noticed Sarah's reaction and, with a mischievous grin, handed the bouquet to her."Here you go, Sarah," she said, her voice laced with a playful tease. "After all, you have an eligible bachelor right here by your side."She winked at William, who blushed under her playful scrutiny. Sarah, her cheeks flushed with a mix of surprise and excitement, accepted the bouquet, her eyes meeting William's with a spark that ignited a silent promise.Liam and I watched the exchange, our shared laughter echoing through the room. It was a perfect ending to a perfect day, a day filled with love, laughter, and the unwavering support of our chosen family.As we left the restaurant, hand in hand, a sense of contentment settled over me. We were married, our love a secret bond that would shield us from the disapproval and prejudice of the world. And as we embarked on this new chapter, I knew that with Liam by my side, our love would conquer any challenge, any obstacle, any attempt to dim the light of our happiness.
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