Chapter 15: A Dream Wedding
The engagement was a whirlwind of excitement and planning. Ava and Ethan were overjoyed, and their families were thrilled with the news. As they started making plans for their dream wedding, they knew it would be a special day to remember.
Their wedding was set for a beautiful summer day, surrounded by lush greenery and a serene lake. The ceremony would take place on the lake's edge, with the sun shining down on them. Ava had always dreamed of a fairytale wedding, and Ethan was determined to make it happen.
As the big day approached, Ava felt like a princess. She had chosen a stunning lace wedding dress, and her hair was styled perfectly. Ethan, looking dashing in his tailored suit, couldn't take his eyes off her as she walked down the aisle.
The ceremony was intimate, with close friends and family in attendance. Ava's father walked her down the aisle, beaming with pride. As Ava reached Ethan's side, he took her hand, and they exchanged vows in front of their loved ones.
"I promise to love and cherish you, through all the ups and downs of life," Ethan said, his voice filled with emotion.
"I promise to stand by your side, through thick and thin," Ava replied, her voice trembling with happiness.
As they exchanged rings, Ava felt a sense of completion, like she had found her missing piece. They sealed their love with a kiss, and the crowd erupted in cheers and applause.
The reception was a lively celebration of their love. Ava and Ethan shared their first dance as husband and wife, surrounded by twinkling lights and the sound of music. They laughed, cried, and danced the night away with their loved ones.
As the night drew to a close, Ava and Ethan slipped away for a romantic getaway car. They drove to a secluded spot overlooking the city, where they shared a bottle of champagne and gazed out at the stars.
"I'm so happy, Ethan," Ava said, her voice filled with emotion.
"Me too, my love," Ethan replied, pulling her close. "Forever and always."
As they sipped their champagne, Ava knew that their love would last a lifetime. They had found their happily ever after, and nothing could ever come between them.
The days turned into weeks, and the weeks turned into months. Ava and Ethan settled into married life, enjoying each other's company and building a life together. They traveled, built a home, and started a family.
Years went by, and their love continued to grow stronger. They faced challenges and triumphs, but through it all, their love remained unwavering. Ava and Ethan knew that their bond was unbreakable, and they cherished every moment they spent together.
As they looked back on their journey, Ava and Ethan knew that their love story was one for the ages. They had found each other in the most unexpected way, and their love had conquered all.
And so, their happily ever after continued, a love that would last a lifetime.