Selling Myself To The Alpha
Chapter 93

Liana POV

"I'm nervous," I shake my hands as I pace up and down in my wedding gown in the hotel room. I had a small army of people helping to get dressed and do my makeup and hair. I have been looking forward to this moment for so long. I was excited the entire morning and I have no idea why I am anxious. "Why am I so nervous? I want to marry Axel. I want to do this; I should be calm and relaxed. Not nervous."

"Because you're the bride and all eyes will be on you," Adele says as she awkwardly pulls on her dress bust.

"Adele," Nina hisses at her with big eyes and shakes her head.

"It's okay, Nina," I inhale deeply. "She's right. It's terrifying."

"Okay, wait," Nina comes to stand in front of me and places her hands on my shoulders. "Remember when Kate Middleton and Prince William got married? We watched it on TV, and we admired her dress and grace. Kate was an ordinary girl who married a prince. Can you imagine how terrifying it was for her? And it wasn't just the people from London who watched or even Britain. It was the entire world. If she could do that, you can do this."

"You're right," I close my eyes and take a deep breath. "I can do this."

"Besides," Nina grins wickedly. "Your pregnancy boobs are awesome. People won't take much notice of anything else."

"She's not wrong," Adele chuckles, and a blush creeps up from my neck to my ears.

"Is my dress cut too low?" I ask when a wave of fresh panic hits me.

"No, no, not at all," Nina says quickly when she notices my embarrassment. "It's perfect. It's classy and feminine. It's a good thing."

"Luna, everything will be fine," Adele says seriously. "Nobody is going to kidnap you or drop the cake."

"Adele!" Nina explodes. "Not helping."

"I'm saying it's all good," Adele protests. "She shouldn't worry about that... or her boobs."

"The two of you are lousy at calming me," I glare at them.

"Don't blame me," Adele shrugs. "You knew I suck at this kind of thing when you asked me to do this."

"That's true," I laugh as some tension leaves me.

"Thank you," I take Adele's hand.

"And you," I look at Nina as I reach for her hand. "I know I'm freaking out a little but things were so chaotic lately that I have a difficult time believing that this will go without drama." "Give it time," Adele grins wickedly. "Things can still happen."

"You're evil," Nina laughs.

"But I love her," I squeeze Adele's hand.

"Ladies," Adele looks at her watch. "It's time to go."

"Okay," Nina says quickly as she reaches for my hair. "Let's just fix this."

"It's fine," Adele rolls her eyes. "She's fine and I want to get out of this dress."

**

Drew and Carol are already waiting for us when we reach the hall's door. Carol clamps her hands together excitedly before she walks towards us.

"Sweet child, you look gorgeous," Carol takes my hands in hers and squeezes them gently. "I'm so grateful that I can be a part of this."

"So am I," I say emotionally as I hug her. I do not want to admit it but I miss my parents. Carol and Drew filled that void but sometimes I still wish my parents could see how far I have come. "Thank you."

Drew smiles lovingly at me before he hugs me tightly and I sigh contently against his chest. He was the first kind soul I have encountered since Axel came into my life. His support and approval mean the world to me. "Axel looks nervous," Nina giggles as she peeks around the doorframe.

"A nervous Axel? That I must see," Adele rushes to her side.

"Oh, shit," she mumbles and stumbles backwards.

"What?" I ask anxiously when I look at her pale face. I knew it was too good to be true and that everything would go smoothly. "Is something wrong?"

"Who's that man between Axel and David?" She asks with big eyes.

"You mean Luther?" I frown. "He's Axel's cousin. What's wrong with him?"

"Luther," she whispers the name absentmindedly.

"What's going on?" I am on the verge of a panic attack. Adele is my guard and if she is cautious about a person, I should be too.

"He..." she clears her throat as she looks at me. "He's my mate."

"This is going to be a fabulous wedding," Nina giggles.

"You should be happy," I exhale relieved and touch Adele's shoulder. "Luther is a great guy."

"And fucking hot," Nina adds.

"I... uhm... this is unexpecting," Adele stutters.

"But it's a good thing, right?" I smile at her. "Honestly, I know him. You have a great mate."

"This is a problem for later," she shakes her head. "Right now, we're getting you married."

"Ladies," Drew intervenes and gives Carol a signal. She nods and scurries away. "We must go in before Axel passes out."

"Now I'm nervous," Adele mumbles as she fixes her dress.

"Aren't you grateful for the pink and puffy dress?" Nina teases her. "You're going to knock Luther off his feet."

"I can do that without pink," she snorts.

The first notes of the violin fill the air and I take a deep breath before taking Drew's arm.

"Ready?" He looks down at me.

"So ready," I smile happily. Facing the sea of faces is still terrifying but I cannot wait to stand next to Axel.

Nina starts walking and Adele follows her. I cannot help myself; I keep my eyes fixated on Luther. The second he sees Adele, his eyes widen and even from a distance, I can see him swallow. Nina was right, this wedding is going to be fabulous.

Drew places his hand over mine and together we start walking down the aisle. Instantly my eyes replace Axel. He is standing tall and proud. His tuxedo compliments his godlike body, and everything fades. All the noises, the people, the music. It is just the two of us and our future.

I want to walk faster, but Drew holds tightly onto me until we reach Axel.

Axel POV

My heart is beating like a racehorse's and my mouth is dry like the Sahara. She was supposed to walk down the aisle five minutes ago. Why is she not here yet? Is she okay? Is there something wrong with the baby?

"Relax," Luther whispers next to me. "She'll be here."

"I'm not worried if she'll show," I mumble. "I'm worried if she's okay."

"You would've known if something happened," he replies. "Just relax."

"I can't wait for you to meet your mate," I grunt irritated. "Then you'll understand what hell it is when nothing else matters besides their well-being."

"You're exaggerating," he snorts.

"Hush," I say quickly as the violin starts playing.

My eyes fixate on the door like a hawk. I relax when I see Nina, but Luther gurgles next to me when Adele enters and I glance at him.

"Are you dying?" I hiss irritated.

"Mate," he gulps. "That's my mate."

"I'm going to have fun with this," I smirk as I look at Adele's flustered face. Adele is a strong, independent guard. She is not going to settle down with a man easily. Luther is going to need much more perseverance, poems and flowers to convince her to accept him. But my smile evaporates and my blood freezes when Liana and Drew come into view. Her blond hair is curly and gold down her back. Her white and golden gown drapes dreamily around her curves and at that very moment, I believe I see an angel. Impatiently, I wait for her to walk to me. I am so ready to shout 'I do', reap her up in my arms and run with her into our future.

In a haze, I shake Drew's hand before Liana and I take our places. I cannot stop smiling as I look at her while the ceremony continues. I respond appropriately when it is my turn but I only have eyes for her. I must have done something right for the goddess to bless me like this. "You may now kiss the bride."

The words are manna to my soul and I pull her closer. She smiles sweetly at me and I kiss her gently. Her lips are soft and warm and I cannot help myself. I pull her even closer and deepen the kids. Someone, I think it is my dad, loudly clears his throat and reluctantly I let go of her as soft laughter fills the room.

"I love you, Mrs. Silvermann," I whisper.

"I love you, Mr. Silvermann," she replies softly.

Liana blushes beautifully, and to the guests' laughter, I kiss her again before I take her hand and lead her outside to start our lives together.