Welcome To My Truth
Chapter 52: Wedding Rehearsal.
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The constant rhythm of the current song playing sang into my ears. The beat just makes me want to get up and dance. Too bad I'm in the car. I would try to get up and dance, but that wouldn't end up too well. So, I just sat back, and hummed to the beat. My eyes wandered to the many different stores surrounding this Tampa neighborhood. I hadn't really gotten to notice the varieties of clothing stores there were. I need to come and shop here more often. The dark sky was quite admirable, with it's different shapes of stars, and the crescent moon encircled by the alluring stars. Then, the car stopped moving, and in front of us, was the Church. Great. The day had finally come. No, not the Wedding. But, the horrific Wedding Rehearsal. I wasn't excited at all, in fact, I was planning on leaving, once my part of it was done.

Inwardly groaning, I opened the car door, and made my way out. I shoved my cellphone into my back pocket, and followed my dad and Ashley's tracks. They were in front of me, debating about some small issue involving the seats. My dad held the door open for me, and his arm wrapped around my shoulder.

"It'll be fine," he said, "Okay?"

No it won't.

"Mhm," I averted my eyes to the polished marble floor, "Can I leave once I walk down that aisle?"

"How are you going to do that?"

"Take the car, and go to Carvel," A small smile cracked upon my face, "I'll get you a shake if you want."

He shook his head, as we reached the front of the church. I would be here tomorrow, standing right near the priest.

"Not going to happen."

Rolling my eyes, I took a seat in the second row, "Whatever, dad."

He chuckled, before turning his attention to Ashley. Her family had arrived earlier than us, they were very nice people. Especially her brother, Ronny. He's one of those comical guys, who are always there to make you smile. I met him at a previous Paper-view, when Ashley had the chance for the Women's Belt, in her own hometown. I got along with him well, we had a great time together. My dad's family was here too, they were having a conversation with one of Ashley's hometown friends.

My Uncle's were all in a small group, playing with cards. The rehearsal hadn't started yet, we were still waiting on a couple of people.

"Hayden!" Mike called out from a distance, "Hayden!"

Turning my head, I saw Alexa and her fiancee, Mike, at the beginning of the aisle. Smiling, I waved for them to come and take a seat with me. Both linked arms, and walked down the aisle playfully. Alexa giggled, as the 'Chick Magnet' grabbed her by the waist, spinning her around. She demanded for him to put her down. It wasn't that threatening, considering the fact she was laughing. He did though, allowing himself to kiss her lips. They were too cute. My Uncle's awed, causing the couple to turn a deep red.

"Hey girl," she smiled, taking a seat on Mike's lap, "How are you?"

"I'm great," I replied, as she frowned, "I really am."

"Do you want me to slap Tyler again when he gets here?"

Alexa had found out about the whole situation last week. I had told her when she noticed Tyler had been acting a bit off. She immediately took charge, and slapped Tyler in the face, along with giving her opinion to him. She was on my side, she thought what Tyler did was very shitty. Mike had spoken with Tyler, but I have the slightest idea of what he said. I really didn't want to know either.

"That will nothappen," The voice of an irritating woman snapped. It was the Wedding Planner. She was so annoying, I don't even know why they decided to hire her. Her name is Tawny. She's in her early thirties, married, two kids. She was at least five-foot-six, and her body structure was thin. Her blond hair barely fell to her shoulders, and her bangs were angled. Her glasses covered her sea-weed colored eyes. She was a nagger.

"Sorry, Tawny." Alexa apologized, as Tawny formed a smile.

"Good, because we wouldn't want a wrestling match going on in the middle of the church."

I nodded, biting my lip softly. Then, the sound of that voice, I really didn't want to hear yet. He was clearly in a great mood, and the laughter filled the Church. Alexa stood up from her Mike's lap, and instantly went to her Uncle. Everyone exchanged some hugs, and hello's to the Legend Killer, and his son.

Quickly, I took my cell-phone out of my bag, and surfed through my contact list. I couldn't just sit here, and act completely dazed. So, I decided to text someone. My mother, she was supposed to be coming out for the Wedding. They were arriving later tonight, they were going to miss the rehearsal. Aiden already knew what he was going to do. So, he didn't need the rehearsal time.

Hey mom.

Hey, sweetie, what's up?

Oh, nothing. At the Wedding Rehearsal.

That's awesome, having fun?

Eh, sure.

What's wrong?

Nothing, I'm fine.

You sure?

Positive.

"Come On! It's Time, to line up!" Tawny yelled, her eyes briefly set on me. I shoved my cell phone into my pocket, and lifted myself up from the seat. This was the one thing I feared, anod now, because of Tawny, it's going to become true. Everyone was lined up, my Uncle's waved at me, and Boog told me we would talk later. Ronny pushed me slightly, and I pushed him too. Tawny yelled at me. I made my way to the back, he wasn't there. Thank god.

I shouldn't have thought that. Because there he is, standing at the other side. Tawny pointed to me, as she began to order him. He nodded, and before he could catch me, I peered down to my nails. He stood next to me, a sigh coming out of his lips. My lips pursed together, I couldn't bear to look at him. It was the first time I had seen him in nearly two weeks.

Alexa looked at me from several people down, she smiled. I weakly grinned, and I heard the music begin. The first pair went off, marching to the beat of the slow music. Ashley was watching intently, she looked pretty content.

"Hayden, Tyler!" Tawny came over to us, her nose crinkling, "Link arms, now!"

Ugh.

After so long, my eyes connected with his. My arm linked with his, and my eyes directed themselves to a different place. He didn't look like his usual self. The music continued, and we were next. Then, we were the center of attention, walking down the aisle step by step.

I didn't smile, I just couldn't.

"Hayden." He whispered in my ear, in a sneaky manner.

Chills tingled down my spine, I hadn't heard his voice in two weeks.

I didn't answer him.

"I miss you." He continued, in that same whisper.

"No," I managed to say, and we finally reached the end of the aisle. Instantly, I pulled away from his arm, and walked up to where I was supposed to stand. I felt a lump in my throat, this was too hard.

Ashley strutted down the aisle, her father next to her. She had a huge smile on her face, it would be even bigger tomorrow. Tyler kept his eyes on me, and I just shook my head. The priest went over what would happen, and everything. It was done, once he told us, that would be all. Everyone began talking, and I, well, walked up the aisle, and away from everyone. If I only my dad gave me his car keys. I would be gone in an instant. That was my plan, which can not be fulfilled. My eyes wandered through the Church, searching for a place to be.

I turned the corner, and leaned against the wall, no one can find me here. My hands covered my face, as I sighed.

"We need to talk," His voice interrupted the silence. My hands fell down, my eyes locking with his, "Please, I really do need to explain."

"There is nothing to explain," I sharply answered, "You cheated, that's it."

He gritted his teeth, and he stood in front of me. I stared up at him, waiting for a response.

"Yeah, I did cheat," he nodded, "And I am not proud of it. It wasn't supposed to happen, I hate her. I failed, okay? I fell for her stupid manipulative ways. But, that sex tape, it was a mistake. That was the only time I actually did that with her. That was the night I went to tell her to leave me alone. She made me feel horrible, pouring out this sob story..."

"Sure," I mumbled, stopping his sentence.

"Can I finish please?"

"Whatever."

"I tried to explain to her that everything would be alright. She gave me a drink, coke. I guess she put alcohol in it, I didn't know. I got drunk, and she ended up taking advantage of that. I would never want to hurt you. Hayden, you mean everything to me, it's been that way for four years. I-"

This was too much. I don't even know if I can believe him. It sounded reasonable, it was typical Roxanna. But, he did hook up with her nonetheless, before the sex tape.

"Tyler," my voice cracked, no, I can't cry, "You hurt me, don't you understand that? I never thought you would cheat on me, especially with her."

He gulped slightly, his hand came up to my cheek. His finger wiped away the tear that had incidentally fallen from my eye. His touch felt so great against my skin, I missed him so much.

"I love you," he seriously stated, "And I made a mistake. I'm not perfect Hayden, and I know in my life, I'm probably going to make so much more. I don't want my biggest mistake to be losing you. I need you in my life Hayden."

"You made that mistake," I nodded, "You lost me."

He shook his head, his two hands cupping my face.

"I know you miss me too, you can't deny that. You know you still love me, as much as I love you."

My topaz eyes were connected with his, the tension was strong. He was serious, and I knew he was telling the truth. I miss him, and still love him with all my heart. With his hand, he brought his face closer, our foreheads were touching.

"I can't," I whispered, his hands touched my hips, "it's not going to work."

"Stop saying that," he told me, "We're meant to be together."

My eyes shut for a second, there were so many thoughts going through my mind.

"You were interested in her Tyler. You hooked up with her, when you weren't drunk. You lied to me, and made me think....."

"I love you," he cut my sentence off, "Can't we just make it in the past?"

Once more, I shook my head, stepping away from him.

"It's too late."

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