Chapter 150 - 149

Today was Sophia's big day. Ever since she started dreaming about getting married, she always thought Gavin would be her groom, but she never expected the events to turn out the way they did. A few days ago, she saw the news about Gavin's lavish wedding to another rich tycoon's daughter. She wondered why he got hitched to somebody else when he insisted he loved Harper very much just a few months ago.

When she asked Aiden, he said that Gavin's family business was facing some difficulty, and they needed that woman's family to make their business stable. Gavin did not get married to Harper because the Sterling company was about to face bankruptcy, Aiden said he had nothing to do with both their companies failing, but we all know better. 

Aiden mocked that Gavin was a person that loved only himself, he's so used to his way of life that he would do everything to stay there, even if it meant stepping on other people.

Sophia was glad that Gavin broke up with her before she established her company, otherwise, she never would have fallen in love with him without knowing who he truly was.

Sophia was wearing a mermaid-style dress that hugged her body, showing her sexy silhouette.  It had been adorned with pearls throughout the dress, and the translucent sleeves ended with lace on her wrists.

It had been a fun event for Sophia to plan the wedding, having so many friends and a loving mother-in-law always in hand, ready to help. There was just a moment that she had wished her mother was by her side, but she was glad that she was blessed with the wonderful people around her.

"Sophia, have you finalized your choice?" Mrs. Cooper asked as she held up two pairs of earrings for her to choose from. "Is it the blue or the yellow earrings?"

"Mom, I think I want to wear the yellow ones since they match my ring," Sophia had been calling Mrs. Cooper mom, upon her insistence. 

"Use the bronzer that is one shade lighter," Sara instructed the make-up artist. She was overseeing Sophia's hair and make-up to make sure that she came out looking her best.

"Mama, mama!" Enzo was running around the venue while waiting for the festivities to start. He also entertained most of the people, since there were not a lot of kids invited to this special event.

"Baby, why are your shoes muddy?" Aurora took some tissue to wipe his shoes. The maid assigned to Enzo could not keep up. 

"Mama, I found a butterfly in the garden," he gestured with his hands, "It was this big, and I ran to catch it."

"Okay, remember what I told you? It's Uncle Aiden and Aunt Sophia's wedding today, and you have to look good. So no more wandering. Go find dada and stay with him like a good boy," Aurora instructed.

"Okay, mama," Enzo kissed his mother's cheek and ran to find his father. They were all in the room trying to assist Aurora with whatever she might need. She got teary-eyed when she remembered her wedding day.

"Sis, this is the bracelet Leena and Reylond sent for Sophia, they apologize they couldn't make it as they are both busy overseas right now.' Ava opened the bracelet box the couple had sent. The bracelet was encrusted in diamonds, but the initials AS had been inlaid with yellow-colored stones. 'This was designed by Leena herself, and now each of us has one," Ava beamed. Leena gave each of the women a bracelet with their initials as a wedding present.

"Wow! It is so beautiful," Sara said as she laid the trinket on Sophia's wrist. 

When they heard the music outside playing for the wedding march, the women knew it was time to take their places. Sophia was feeling a little of the wedding jitters, so she took two deep breaths as they placed the veil on her head, the final piece, before she walked down the aisle.

The venue, thanks to her mother-in-law's sense of style and fashion, had been decorated with flowers and trimmings that befitted a princess. Blooms had been ordered from every part of the country and the world to accommodate the size of the venue. The lights, music and food preparations, and variety had been outstanding, it was a celebration Sophia would have been part of had she not met Aiden.

The music that cued her walk down the aisle was playing when she saw a glimpse of Aiden in his tuxedo, all groomed up, with gel in his hair, she would never find a more handsome man than her soon-to-be husband.

He stopped himself from blinking, afraid he might miss something as Sophia walked down the aisle. She was a vision he would remember forever even after the lights have gone down. He saw a glimpse of her wedding dress before. But on Sophia, it looked much more magnificent.

The soon-to-be-married couple only had eyes for each other, they stared at one another the moment she walked down the aisle to the time she reached him at the altar.

"Sophia, you stole my heart in that sunflower field, and in return, I wanted to have yours. Thanks for opening up and giving me a chance. Sunshine, you are the love of my life, and today as you become Mrs. Sophia Cooper, I promise you that I will do everything to make you happy. I will be here for you in joy and in sorrow, in sickness and in health, and all our ups and downs," Aiden slid the wedding band on her finger.

Sophia smiled, knowing he meant every single word.

"Aiden, I know I was stubborn and irrational, but I want to thank you for never giving up and being persistent. I never believed in fairy tales until you came, you were my prince charming, gentle, and sincere. You gave me love, and above all else, you gave me the family I craved for. I promised to cherish you and hold your hand as we share all the miracles and turbulence of life. I love you very much Aiden, my husband," Sophia slid the wedding band on his finger.

They kissed passionately as their friends and family cheered and clapped for their unending love for each other. Mr. and Mrs.Cooper rejoiced, finally, their one and only son were married, and everything felt right in the world.

For the reception, Sophia changed into a purple gown. It was almost as extravagant as the wedding dress, but this time it was adorned with Swarovski crystals. Aiden matched her with the tie he wore with his grey suit.

Dimitri brought the men their drinks. "Finally, all the aristocratic heirs are off the market."

"Yes, strangely, marriage suits us perfectly," Blake added. These four dangerous men who never gave a damn about anyone but themselves now enjoyed having wives, who they dote on regularly. These women are now their priority, and they would fight tooth and nail for them if the need arises.

Tristan, with his melancholic demeanor, added, "I never expected a day like this would exist." If he did not meet Ava, he would have lived his life in comfort, but it would not have been as joyful and thrilling.

"Hah! I'm not alone anymore. I don't need to watch you and your wives display too much affection in front of me," Aiden replied.

Sara, together with the other women, joined the men after they helped Sophia change into her gown. "What are you talking about?" she asked.

Blake readily replied as he rubbed her hand on his arm, "We were discussing how it would be nice to give Enzo a playmate," he winked at her.

Enzo towed by Aurora, chimed in, "Yeah, dada, I need a brother… or a sister. I will give the baby all my toys," he said, cheerfully.

"Keep bugging your dad, he won't say no to you," Tristan smirked. They had not planned on having kids yet, so he was passing the torch to someone else.

Dimitri looked at Aurora with desire in his eyes, and she couldn't help but lower her eyes as she blushed. All the talk of giving Enzo a baby brother reminded her what they had been up to that morning. 

After the festivities and when everyone had gone home, Aiden and Sophia were now in the wedding chamber preparing for bed.

"Did I tell you how beautiful you looked today?" Aiden asked.

"Hmm… nothing short of a thousand times," she smiled. 

Aiden smirked, "Well, how about I show you how beautiful I think you are, now that we are alone?"

"I don't know, I am kind of tired," Sophia replied playfully, trying to run away from him.

Aiden caught her waist and pinned her on the wall. He nuzzled her neck and tickled her sides. They were both being playful as they removed each other's clothing, "Oh sunshine," Aiden said between kisses, "When I saw you wearing that wedding dress earlier… Hmmm… You don't know how much… hmmm… I wanted to tear that thing off of you," he laid her on the bed and followed with his exploration.

"Oh.. these are so soft…. these are mine," he said as he kissed and tried to fit her mounds into his mouth, 'Hmmm… delicious.'

"Here, let me show you where you can touch me," he guided her hands to teach her how to pleasure him.

"Sophia, just bear with me a little, it'll sting a bit, then everything will be fine," as he opened a foil packet for protection. Their relationship was still new, and he wanted to enjoy this time alone with her as much as he could.

He coaxed Sophia and planted kisses everywhere as he slowly entered her, trying to ease her into the transition with as little pain as possible. When she got accustomed to the feel of him inside her, they explored and pleasured each other all night. That night the moon saw the union of two lovers while the rest of the world fell silently asleep.

The lovers professed their undying devotion to each other until the wee hours of the morning.

"My sunshine, my life, my love," Aiden took her in his arms and covered them with a blanket.

"Husband, I love you," Sophia murmured faintly into his neck.

Aiden planted a kiss on her forehead, staring with wonder and awe at his new wife. 

They have come a long way, and now Sophia will have someone to shield her with an umbrella when the rains come.