Forged in the Flames
Chapter 102

Chapter 102

Forged In The Flames By Karima Sa’ad Usman

Chapter 102 The Wedding (Nikolas POV)

A month later.

The wedding day was finally upon us, and contrary to what everyone said, I wasn’t nervous. In fact, Iwas eager to get it over with. I was eager to claim her as mine and finally have Aliana as my Queen.

She had spent a week with her parents in their new house in town since the house in the compoundwas a bit too tiny.

Gabriel still maintained the house in the compound, and both he and Gwen stayed there sometimes.

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I stood at the altar, thinking of everything that had happened and how far we had come. Her tiny bumpwasn’t concealable, so most people knew she was pregnant.

People had come from far and wide to witness my marriage.

Mile had now been crowned King, and his wedding to Lena would occur in a month.

Mile was at my wedding with Lena. Piotr was there with Natasha. Now that everyone knew that theUnity Law would be abolished, people could love freely without reserve. Piotr seemed the happiest forit.

King Alexander and his wife were there, and my mother, too. Although she missed my coronation, shehad finally forgiven herself and had come out of hiding.

I was grateful that she was there. Although she would never speak to her wolf again because of thesilver, she had changed.

I was glad I listened to Aliana and spared her life. I still couldn’t get over the fact that her silence mademy father’s enemies successfully ruin him and Forest.

I knew it would take a while before I forgave her. I was willing to take it a step at a time. Gwen wassitting in front, all smiles. She looked the happiest, and I figured for her to be sitting alone, it meantGabriel was with their daughter.

“Thank you, your majesty,” she linked me, and I slightly bowed in acknowledgement.

Qusack was my best man, he and Ania were going steady now, and I hoped we would hear weddingbells soon. Another pairing up was Abraham and Lisa. It was a mix no one saw coming because Lisawas serious- minded and unapproachable, but I guess Abraham was able to break through herdefences.

As I stood at the end of the aisle, my heart pounded with anticipation. Soft music played in thebackground, setting the perfect atmosphere for this momentous occasion. All eyes were on theentrance, waiting for the doors to open and reveal the woman who held my heart: Aliana, the love ofmy life.

The doors opened, and there she was, escorted by Gabriel. My breath caught in my throat as I caughtsight of her. She was breathtakingly beautiful, like a vision from a dream. Her radiant smile lit up theroom, and her eyes sparkled with joy and love.

As Aliana took her first step down the aisle, time seemed to stand still. My gaze never wavered fromher; I couldn’t tear my eyes away. Every inch she moved closer felt like an eternity, yet it wasn’t longenough. I watched as her delicate white gown glided gracefully with each step, her veil gently swayingbehind her, and her bouquet of flowers held tightly in her hands.

The world around us faded into the background, and it was just the two of us at that moment.

In Aliana’s eyes, I could see the depth of her love for me, and at that moment, I knew that my life wasabout to change forever. She was about to become my wife, Queen, and partner in this incrediblejourney of love and togetherness.

As Aliana and her father reached the end of the aisle, I could see the mix of emotions on Gabriel’sface. He entrusted his precious daughter to me, knowing I would protect and cherish her with all myheart. I felt deeply grateful and responsible as he placed Aliana’s hand in mine, passing on the torch oflove and commitment.

I held Aliana’s hand gently, and our eyes locked in a silent vow. I whispered to her then, “You are themost beautiful bride I have ever seen. I am the luckiest man in the world.” Aliana’s smile widened, andtears of joy shimmered in her eyes.

The ceremony began, but I barely noticed anything around me. My focus was solely on Aliana, thewoman I loved with all my being.

Soon it was time to exchange our vows and claim each other in the eyes of everyone.

I was to go first. I took a deep breath, ready to speak from my heart. My wolf, Bane, lent me strength,knowing that we dared not mess it up.

“As I stand at the altar, surrounded by loved ones, I feel a whirlwind of emotions

washing over me. Today, in the presence of our family and friends, I am filled with an overwhelmingsense of joy and gratitude. Aliana, my love, my mate, you are the light illuminating my path and thebeating of my heart. I cannot express the depth of my love for you, but I will try my best to convey itthrough these vows.

Aliana, I knew my life had changed forever from the moment I saw you. Your stubbornness anddefiance captivated me; regardless of how hard you resisted my authority, you still showed and sharedyour kindness and gentleness. Always there in my time of need, even when I believed I did not needyou, you were there to prove me wrong and let me know that the goddess did not make a mistake.There was no mistaking it; I knew I had found my soulmate. Today, I stand before you promising to loveand cherish you for all the days of my life.

In this journey we embark upon together, I promise to love you and our children with all my being. I willbe your pillar of strength, guiding light, and biggest supporter. I will hold your dreams close to my heartand help you become the best version of yourself. Our children will know nothing but unconditionallove, laughter, and warmth as we build a family filled with happiness and harmony.

Aliana, you will always be the priority in my life. I promise to put you first, to listen to your hopes,dreams, and fears, and to support you in every endeavour. I will be your rock, your confidant, and yourbiggest supporter. Your happiness will be my joy, and your sorrow will be my pain. Together, we willface the challenges that life throws our way, hand in hand, united in our love and commitment.

My beloved, I vow to you today and for all our tomorrows: I will never betray you. I pledge my fidelityand loyalty, knowing that trust is the foundation upon which our love is built. I will nurture ourrelationship with honesty, open communication, and unwavering devotion. My heart has no room fordeceit or betrayal, only a deep and abiding love for you.

Today, I make these vows to you, Aliana, in the presence of our loved ones as witnesses. I promise tobe your partner, lover, and best friend. We will create a life filled with love, laughter, and endlesspossibilities. I am forever grateful to have you by my side, and I look forward to a future brimming withlove and happiness. With you, Aliana, my life is complete, and my heart is forever yours,” I said;everywhere was silent.

Aliana eyes were misty, fighting her tears. She stared at me as if lost in my gaze until the officiatorcleared his throat to snap her out of it. It made some people chuckle, but I knew she could feel me.

Aliana looked at me, prepared to speak her vows. She cleared her throat gently and smiled, trying tochase away her happy tears. I smiled at her to boost her confidence, and she squeezed my hand tight.“When I met you, I thought you were an a*sshole. I honestly hated you, but I also wanted you. It mademe feel like a traitor seeing that we were supposed to be enemies, but you changed everything. Youstole my heart bit by bit until you took it all.

Shattering my walls and breaking through my defences. You made me see a side of this world I wouldhave never seen. You helped me understand it, embrace it and taught me how to be unbiased about it.And for that, I am grateful, my love.

As I stand before you, my heart is overflowing with emotions I can barely describe. Today, in thepresence of our loved ones, I vow to share my life with you, to walk this journey together, hand in hand.

You are the missing piece to my puzzle, completing me in every way. Your love has brought light intomy life, and I am forever grateful for the warmth and joy you bring to my heart.

I promise to love you unconditionally, to cherish and support you in every endeavour. I promise to beyour rock, confidant, and best friend. I will stand by your side in good and bad, offering my unwaveringlove and support.

I vow to respect you, honour the person you are, and celebrate your individuality. We will build a life ofmutual understanding, trust, and acceptance. I promise to always listen to you, to value your opinions,and to be open to compromise.

Today, I take you as my mate, equal, and forever love. I promise to nurture our love, to keep the flameburning bright, even in the face of challenges. I will strive to create a home filled with laughter,

compassion, and shared dreams.

As we embark on this incredible journey together, I promise to never stop growing with you: never stoploving you. I will encourage you to pursue your passions, embrace your dreams, and become the bestversion of yourself. And I will be beside you, cheering you on every step of the way.

In you, I have found my soulmate, my partner for life. Today, I make these vows to you, knowing thatour love is strong and our future is filled with endless possibilities.

With every beat of my heart, I will love you. With every breath I take, I will be there for you. Today, andevery day that follows, I promise to love, honour and cherish you until the end of time. You are myeverything, and I am blessed to be standing here, saying my vows to you. I love you, Nikolas,” Shesaid, and I could not wait for the officiator when I pulled her close and sank my teeth in her sweet spot.

I felt a shudder like never before, but I handled myself. A light moan escaped Aliana’s lips. I could feelour wolves bonding. I gently retracted my teeth and licked the wound to seal it.

I pulled away and looked at her eyes. Her pupils were dilated, and she felt the connection as stronglyas I did. Her teeth elongated, and I bent close to her to help her gain easy access to claim me; shesank her teeth in, and I felt our wolves connect wholly. Her body shuddered, and she was weak. Sheslowly retracted her teeth and licked the spot to seal it. Not wanting her to stand, I swept her off her feetbridal style as the officiator blessed our union.

I walked out of the hall with her in my arms and the crowd cheering and wishing us well. “Take care ofthe reception, Qusack. We will join you later,” I said, wanting badly to make love to her and completethe claim.

I carried her up the stairs in a hurry, and Aliana giggled.

I managed to enter the room. I closed the door behind me and carried her to bed.

I could not wait to get out of my clothes; it was the same for her as she quickly took off her dress. Iheard Something rip, but I could not care.

Joining her in bed, we kissed. It was hungry and fierce. She was life itself, and I relished the moment.

I moved from her lips to my mark and sucked the spot. She moaned loudly. I travelled with my f*ingersbetween her leg and placed a f*inger in her to ease her aching walls while I sucked on the spot. Howshe moved her hips against my f*ingers, let me know she needed me. My c*oc*k was throbbing badly,and I could not wail to oblige.

I buried myself inside her, with her on top of me. I thrust into her deeply while she ground herselfagainst me. Our senses were heightened. I felt every stroke. Our wolves were involved, and what wehad was primal.

The room was blurry, and a growl escaped my lips between pumps. Aliana could not stop moaning,and as I increased my speed, she dug her nails into my back; I knew she was coming. I pumped withpassion, and I felt her walls clenching; I shot into her just then, and it felt incredible. By the time wewere done, We were both completely drained. I doubted we would be attending the reception.

I held her and realised my mark had healed, forming a golden crescent moon on her neck, none as Ihad seen before. I had seen red and blue, but never had I seen gold. Aliana turned to look at me,smiling, looking tired satiated and pretty at the same time. She traced her mark on my neck.

“It’s golden,” She remarked, and I smiled lazily and told her hers was golden too. We did not know why,but I figured it was because of our mix. We could never tell, but it was beautiful, and it looked blessed.We could not stay up at all. Sleep finally came, and we embraced it.