Okay so some of you guys thought it was Julie who yelled "stop", but Julie was at the wedding! If you don't remember, Milton invited her! So I just wanted to clear that up! I also wanted to put in Julie's view on things, so I included that in the beginning of this chapter. But anyways, I got like 40 reviews last chapter! That's the most I've ever gotten! Thank you so much! I love you! Now on with the story!
Julie Pov
I watched Kim as she walked down the aisle. She looked so beautiful, but why did she have to marry my Milton? Milton and I have had several talks about the wedding, but he never had the heart to back out. He didn't want to disappoint Kim. I sighed and continued to watch the wedding. That is until someone yelled "STOP!"
Kim Pov
I turned around and looked to see who it was.
It was Jack.
My heart skipped a beat when I saw him and I felt butterflies in my stomach. Everyone gasped and looked confused. They whispered questions to each other like "what's happening?" and "what's he doing?"
Jack just stood there staring into my eyes and I stared back. He smiled at me and I returned it. I can't believe he's here! It felt so good to see him. I remember the last day I saw him- a week ago. I didn't think I would ever see him ever again after that, but now he's here and he's saving me from making the biggest mistake of my life.
My mother looked over at me and shot daggers. This was exactly the thing she was trying to avoid- Jack keeping me from marrying Milton. I tried to avoid her gaze and soon she starting glaring at Jack. It looked like he didn't care. He quickly walked down the aisle and ran up to me. He wrapped one arm around my waist and the other cupped my cheek while he kissed me passionately. It felt amazing being with Jack again. This was the first time I actually felt happy in a week and I enjoyed every minute of it. We pulled away and just stared at each other.
"Kim," Jack started. "I love you. I'm sorry- about everything! The fight, pressuring you to make a decision, and-"
I place a finger on his lips to shut him up. "I love you too."
We smiled at each other. It felt like we were the only two people in the world. Then reality caught up to us and I realized everyone was staring with shocked expressions on their faces.
I had to explain everything to Milton. So I walked up to him and took a deep breath, not knowing where to start.
"Look Milton I-"
"I know Kim. You're sorry- for sneaking around with Jack the whole time, leading me on, and now stopping the wedding. To be honest, I knew you liked Jack the whole time." Milton said.
I gave him a confused look. Everyone was staring and watching, like it was a show.
"It's not hard to tell Kim. I've known since that day our families had a picnic. I see the way you look at him; it's-"
I cut him off, "the same way you look at Julie." I pointed out. I knew Milton liked Julie, even though he never even mentioned her name. The truth is, a few weeks ago I was walking in the park trying to clear my mind and I saw them there hugging and kissing. It made me feel even more guilty about the wedding. I would be keeping Milton from being with his true love too.
Milton was so confused. "How do you-"
"I'll explain later. But Milton, we need to talk." I took a deep breath and sighed, "Everyone deserves the chance to find true love, right?" I asked.
"Yes." He replied.
"Including us? Milton we can't go through with this." I said.
"Thank you!" He said as he relaxed and took a deep breath. I was a little hurt. Thank you for backing out so you don't have to marry me? Is that what he meant? I gave him a confused look. "For, for uh... Saving me from doing the proper thing for once in my life." He clarified.
I nodded in response and gave him a friendly smile.
He sighed, "Now all I have to do is tell mother."
I sighed too,"I'll tell everyone else."
"Good luck." We said to each other.
I walked back up to Jack and grabbed his hand. I gave him a quick hug and pulled him close to me. Out of the corner of my eye I saw Julie run up to Milton and throw her arms around his neck as he pulled her into a hug. It warmed my heart to see them so happy together. Jack and I pulled away from each other but still held hands. I took a deep breath and sighed.
"Thank you all for coming but there's been a change of plans. I won't be getting married today." I said.
Some people gasped while others whispered to their neighbors sitting by them. All in all, the whole audience was confused.
My mother walked up to me. She separated Jack and I and whispered, "Kimberly, what are you doing?!" She asked angrily.
"Saving myself from making the biggest mistake of my life. Mother, I'm sorry this didn't work out like you planned and I'm sorry I'm disappointing you but I love Jack and I want to be with him- not Milton. I don't care if Jack's parents don't give him any money like they do with Milton. I don't care if Jack's rich or poor. All I care about is being with him." I finished.
She looked angry. "You're ruining your future!" She said.
I shook my head. "No mother, I'm not."
My mother stormed down the aisle and left the ceremony while muttering under her breath. The crowd was still chattering.
"I'm sorry for the confusion everyone! You may leave if you please. There's really no reason to stay." I finished.
I grabbed Jack's hand again and looked up at him. "I guess I made my decision. I choose you." I whispered and pulled him in for a kiss. The crowd was still watching, too entertained to leave. Some people were "awwing" while others had tears in their eyes. I felt like I was in a dramatic soap opera. We both pulled away.
Some people had left and I realized Milton and Julie were gone, too.
"Come on, let's get out of here." I suggested. We walked away from the wedding ceremony area and started walking in the direction of the lake. It seemed that the thick gray layer of clouds was starting to clear up, and some sunlight was shining through. We saw Milton and Julie standing there, hugging and laughing- just enjoying each others company. They're so cute together!
Meanwhile, Jack wrapped an arm around my shoulder and I leaned my head on his shoulder.
"Jack!" We heard someone call angrily from behind. We turned to see who it was. It was Jack's mother.
She finally reached us and said, "Jack! What on earth do you think you're doing?!" She started. "You just interrupted the wedding and stole the bride from Milton! I don't believe you!" She yelled and slapped Jack across the face. I saw him clench his jaw. He was trying so hard not to fight back, but he had to stand up for himself.
"Mother," he started. "Please don't hit me." He said with clenched teeth.
"What, like this?" She said and slapped him again.
Jack looked like he was about to lose it. "Mother, STOP." He said angrily. "I am so sick of you beating me and bullying me, I am so sick of living in the same house as you, and I am so sick of you telling me what to do!" He finished. With that, he walked away and I followed, leaving his stunned mother standing there.
I didn't want to be here. I didn't want to be around my parents, Jack's parents, or any of the guests my mother invited! I wanted to run away and be with Jack. Maybe we could live in a small town! I've always wanted to live in a small coastal town in North Carolina. Oh well, it doesn't matter anymore. I'm with Jack and that's all I care about.
So there's chapter 19! Can any of you guess what movie Kim and Milton's conversation is from? First to guess it right gets a shout out! So anyways, next chapter is the FINAL CHAPTER! So please review! I hit 400 so my new goal is 450! Please make it happen! Love you all :)
