New Year, New beginnings
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Thanks to Starlight So who did not only beta this chapter but also wrote few part to help me . She is really amazing writer and friend who helped me a lot during in my time of need. You rock Sohela.
Announcement:
To all my amazing readers I want to inform you that I am taking few weeks break for my sister's wedding and my next update will be around middle of January. So please be patient with me.
Elena's P.O.V
The morning sun pierces through the blinds landing directly on my face. I twist my head, my face scrunches up immediately, I try to shift but there's no room in my bed. I flutter open my eyes only to find myself surrounded my girl gang.
"Wake up Elena!" Caroline chimes while placing a tray full of food on the side table. I'm still a bit dazed, with hooded eyes I scan their faces, Bonnie, Davina and Bree were sitting on the bed giggling while Caroline keeps on rambling. I strain my brain and finally her words register in my head. "Come on, sleepy head! Today is your big day." She wiggles her brow, "Hurry up! We have lots of things to do." She continues to pace around the room, fixing arranging random things while muttering incoherent words. I look around one more time and practically start screaming, "I am getting married today!" The girls laugh and pull me in a group hug.
"Not unless you get your lazy ass out of the bed. Chop chop!" Caroline demands and we break into a fit of laughter earning another glare from her.
"Okay." Bonnie gave me a stern look and said, "You, finish breakfast, take shower and meet us at living room." Davina kissed my cheek, "I can't believe this, you'll be the most beautiful bride ever!" she exclaimed with a soon as they're out of the room, I grab my phone.
"Morning sunshine, how are you feeling?" Damon said in a cocky tone but I could sense the hidden concern.
"I am perfectly fine Damon, trust me."
He sighed and continued after a minute, "I missed you last night. Remind me why didn't we sneak out after the rehearsal dinner?" I laugh heartily at his childishness. "Right. Care would have locked us into separate dungeons till our wedding."
I was under the radar during our rehearsal dinner. "Our escape after the Bachelorette party still didn't sit well with her. I remember how she barged into the suite next afternoon with guilty looking Stefan trailing behind her."
"Yeah baby bro is not going to get any action for an entire week." Damon replied smugly, chuckling as he thought about his Best man's punishment. "If you ask me Blondie just over reacted."
"Tell him not to sulk I will talk with Care to go easy on him." I kind of felt bad for the guy, "besides, it's not his fault that bride and groom are insatiable." My voice was laced with desire.
There was a pause, then I heard him groan on the other end of the line, "I can't wait to see you again." His voice came out husky sending a shiver down my spine. "I am going to kiss my wife to Nirvana and nothing in this world can stop me."
"Damon… Please…" by now by heart was drumming furiously against my rib cage.
"My beautiful wife, mother of my child, you're the love of my life." His words were filled with adoration, I could feel the tears starting prick me eyes.
"I can't wait to see you too my husband." My voice was ragged, "I love you so much… I love you Damon." I managed to say in between tears.
"I love you to baby. You and our daughter are my entire world. I will die if I loose any one of you."
I shook my head as I told him. "Don't say things like that on our wedding day." I tried to threaten him. "Care will kill us if she sees my red eyes."
He laughed, "Seriously Damon, no more depressing chat, I want this to be the happiest day of our lives, I want to see you with you dashing smile as I walk down the aisle."
"Only if I see my bride beaming with happiness as I wait at the altar. Agreed?"
"Agreed, see you later. I love you goof."
"Love you too Goof's wife. Okay bye."
Once he hung up I quickly finished breakfast and rushed towards the bathroom. As I came out I saw the silk robe was spread on my bed along with a pair of lace lingerie. After donning the same I went down to the living room.
The girls were in their robes sitting with pile of cosmetics and different hair appliances along with three other girls.
"What is all this?" My eyes widened with shock, Bonni's living room was magically transformed into a mini salon. "Relax, no stress for you, Doctor's orders. As for them , they're here to help us to get ready for your wedding." Care told me cheerfully but before I can say anything she pushed me on a seat as she looked at one of girl. "Keep it simple, don't turn her into a Kardashian sister, once your done she should look nothing less than an angel." Caroline barked orders to the girl while the others chucked under their breath.
The girl cowered under her intense stair, she started with my make up nonetheless, and the other two were busy styling my hair. One of them motioned for the dress as the makeup was almost done. Davina helped put on the dress.
The girls squealed in unison and I moved carefully moved towards the full length mirror. My breath hitched immediately upon seeing my reflection. My mom's dress fit me like a second skin, the sheer white embroidered neckline complimented my skin tone, the small pearl and stone detailing were giving an illusion of twinkling stars, the skirt cascaded down my waist leaving a trail of milky white on the floor.
I was literally glowing. My lips were blood red while there was light rose tint on my cheeks and my hair was tied in a soft bun leaving a few strands to frame my face. It was just perfect.
I was twirling to be able see myself from angle when Bee came with the silver wedges that I choose for today.
I turned to face my friends "Thank you." I said with teary eyes, their faces mimicked my expression as I saw them in red bridesmaid dresses. "Thank you so much. I don't have words to describe what I'm feeling right now."
Before anyone could say anymore we were pulled into an embrace. No one can ever full fill my mother's place, but I was fortunate to have such friends who would go to every length to make me happy, they were my family. We were caught up in the moment but were disturbed by footsteps as Jeremy came inside.
He looked at our tear stricken faces and asked, "Please tell me the wedding is still on." He stepped forward and turned to me. "Elena… wow! You look amazing."
I smiled and pull him in for hug. "Thank you so much Jer. I am so happy today." He kissed my forehead and then looked at my bridesmaid and tell them teasingly "Let's go girls before her groom comes here to kidnapped my sister." We all laughed, if we don't hurry there's a high possibility that would turn into reality.
They all gather their things and I stared at the mirror one last time. I can't wait to see Damon's reaction.
"Come Elena lets go and please don't be stressed today. Remember what Dr Joe told you last night."
I nodded my head as Jeremy held out his arms for me, holding his arms we left the house.
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Damon's P.O.V
"God! Could you not check the entrance like every 5 seconds?" Stefan told me a bit irritated.
"What if they get stuck in traffic?" I said frustrated, "It's New year's eve for god's sake." I said rubbing my sweaty palms together.
I averted my gaze to Rick, he was sitting with Elijah, Klaus while Enzo and Kol were somewhere helping Rose. Before he can reply we saw Enzo approaching us. "Get ready mate. Your bride has just arrived." He stared at Stefan as he told him. "Rose asked for you to get in position and please fix your brother's tie."
He left and instantly Stefan turned to straighten my tie I was wearing black suite as per Elena's request. "Calm down Damon, we don't want a sweat drenched groom."
He must have seen worry in my eyes. "Look Damon, don't think about what happened last night. It won't do you any good today."
I huffed in frustration. "It shouldn't be like this Steff. I should have told her the truth about me but..." I trailed off, Stefan sighed out loud, "You were unable to say anything because she fainted due to all this wedding hype."
He looked at me sympathetically, he touched my shoulder. "Remember what doctor told us last night, her blood pressure is unstable and we need to make sure that she is not stressed."
I was well aware of the fact, Dr. Joe has warned us, stress is not good for their health. "I don't know how long I can keep up this charade." My heart was heart with the rising guilt, "Will there ever be right time to tell her about me?" No one could answer this for me, this is my own doing, and I don't know how to get out of this mess.
We were in our deep thought when Kol's clap brought us back, "It's time mate, get ready." He said and hurriedly went back to his seat. Sensing my discomfort Stefan pulled me into a hug, "Forget everything today, just concentrate on Elena." He whispered. And within a minute music started playing, filling the hall with soft melody while I waited eagerly for my bride.
Bonnie and Bree entered first followed by Davina, wrapped in red silk gowns with a bundle of white flower in hand, they looked like blooming roses. I heard Stefan gasp from behind as Caroline entered through the gates, with a bright smile plastered on her face. She turned to us blowing a kiss to Stef she proceeded forward. And then the tempo rose a notch as all the guest stood up, I felt my breathe getting hitched.
There isn't a word that could describe her at this moment, I kept on glancing awestruck as she ever so elegantly walked down the aisle, gracefully gliding over surface, she was magnificent. Our eyes met for a brief second and all I could see was an angel, pure, alluring and filled with love. She slowly unhooked her arms from Jeremy's placing her delicate fingers in my awaiting palm. I still couldn't utter a single word, but I was certain that she could read my eyes. She gave me small smile and I knew this is it for me, I was born to be with her, at this moment, standing hand in hand, I felt complete.
The Pastor's words didn't register ; my mind was trapped in the beauty of the doe eyed angel. Soon he asked for the vows but I was still downing in those chocolate pools, it was only when Elena squeezed my hands I came back to my senses. I gave her a nervous smile and started.
"Elena, my angel… the moment I laid eyes on you I knew, you're the one for me. You gave purpose to my life, you're the reason for my existence. I promise to love and cherish you every minute of every day, until my last day. I will spend every second of my life to give you all the happiness, to make all your dreams come true. I will be your everything, your friend, your partner, father of your child. I will love you more and more with each passing day and I would chase all your fears and fill your life with joy and happiness. My angel, you are my light, you are my life."
I could see the tears roll down her cheeks and no matter how much I wanted to kiss those away I had to wait.
"How I am going to top that?" She asked me in a shaky voice and I smirked.
"Damon I meet you at this very place. The dreadful events of the possessed me to turn to this café." She glanced towards Kol and then shook her head.
"But given a chance I wouldn't change a thing, I'm thankful to my luck stars for the night because turned me towards you. The most amazing and sexy man I ever seen."
I heard people laughing at this I felt little embarrassed but mostly proud of myself.
"Even though you were a complete stranger but albeit your charm I felt a strange sense of comfort, the warmth of your soul and after that there was no turning back, I couldn't keeping myself from falling deeper and harder. I know I'm made for you just like you're for me… I promise to love you with every fiber of my being, to be everything that you need me to be. Loving you is like breathing and I don't think anyone can stop doing that." She chucked a bit, "I love you now, always and forever."
I felt my own eyes moisten with tears as pastor asked us. "Do you take this woman as your lawfully wedded wife? For sickness, for health, For richer or for poor as long as you both shall live?" I answered in clear voice "I, do." Elena smiled as he asked her. "Do you take this man as your lawful wedded husband in sickness or in health, For richer or for poor as long as you both shall live." Her eyes were sparkling as she says "I, do."
He asked for rings and Stefan and Caroline handed our rings to us.
I held her hand as I say. "With this ring…" I slipped ring on her finger." I thee wed." She smiled as she held my hand. "With this ring..." She slipped ring on my finger. "I thee wed."
As if on autopilot I took a step close to her, the pastor's voice rings in my ear, "By power vested in me I now pronounce you man and wife." My hands reached out to her, "You may kiss your bride." Gently ever so carefully I caressed her cheeks, leaning in I capture her lips. The moment my lips met her, everything around turns blur and all I feel is my love in my arms, sweet and slow kiss turned into a passionate battle but I didn't care. I couldn't let go, she's mine, all mine and I wanted the world to know. Elena's soft whimper broke the trance, Stefan and Caroline pulled us apart and reluctantly I broke the kiss. But I caged her in my arms, "Thank you baby." I whispered, resting my forehead on hers, "today you made me happiest man to walk on the face of the world." Stefan nudged me and I turned my face to the cheering crowd, I saw Rose gesturing for us to get down from the altar. Hand in hand we walked, today is a start of a new day, a new life.
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Elena's P.O.V
The moment we sat in limo that Rose arranged for us, Damon pulled me on his lap and started kissing me senseless. "Damon!" I moaned as he nipped my lips before peppering kisses all over my neck. "Not now… Hold it down..." I managed to say in between pants. But he seemed unaffected, his hands continued to wander over my back as he pulled me closer and started kissing my neck, trailing down to my cleavage.
He then looked at me with smouldering eyes as he caressed my face, "Did I tell you how breathtakingly beautiful you look today."
He kissed my cheeks, "You are my Angle that God has sent just for me."
A smile sheepishly, "If I'm your Angel then you're my handsome devil in disguise."
His eyes had an evil glint, he pulled me closer and before I could protest he crashed his lips with mine.
"Seriously!" Rose stared at us in disbelief. We didn't realize we have reached at our destination. "Can't you guys wait till this wedding is over?"
We both looked embarrassed as she helped me out of the car and Damon followed me inside. The moment we heard our names beinf announced by Caroline and Stefan we went inside and my eyes widen in surprise. "Wow." I exclaimed in joy,Bree's bar was totally transformed for our reception. The decorations mimicked that of the café.
The walls were draped with sheer cream curtains, while one side of the bar were occupied by the round table the other side was cleared as to use as dance floor. The entire roof was covered with fairy light giving it an appearance of starry night. The floral decorations, silk ribbon and twinkling lights it was mesmerizing.
All this time Damon was holding my hand as we walked together. We smiled while everyone congratulated us. He led us to the table and I saw Bree rushing towards us, "Congratulations my lovies! I'm so happy." She shrieked and hugged us.
I hugged back, "Thank you so much for allowing us to have reception here." I told her sincerely. "All this is really beautiful." She smiled while Damon told him teasingly. "Maybe you should consider to transform your bar to a reception hall, permanently."
She smiled before punching his arms and then left to sit with Klaus.
"Are they dating? " I pointed towards them but he laughed. "Na, they are here together because no one wants to sit on single's table."
He pointed towards single tables where, His boss, Dr Joe and Matt were sitting alone.
"Hey, let's go there. I want to meet your boss and thank him for his generosity." He kissed my palm and we got up to meet them.
Matt congratulated me but soon excused himself and went to the alcohol counter. I turned around to stare at Damon but he gave me an innocent look.
"Hi," I held out my hand to his boss, I saw briefly last night before I fainted. "I am Elena, sorry we couldn't meet properly last night." He gave me a genuine smile and kissed the back of my palm. "It's alright I know you got sick last night. I hope you are feeling alright?"
"I am feeling alright and thanks for all your help and wedding gifts. Damon told me all about it, I personally wanted to thank you."
He looked embarrassed at my comment. From the corner of my eyes I saw Dr Joe checking him out. "Please its nothing, Damon is a hard working fellow, and we take care of our own."
Damon smirked at me, "Told you. Everyone likes me." He wriggled his eye brows and turned to talk with Dr Joe. "It's nice to see you, Doc and thanks for taking care of Elena last night." She smiled before looking at me.
"How are you feeling Elena? I hope you were not stressed today?"
I shook my head, "I'm oozing out joy today. This man and my friends see to it that I don't worry about anything."
We talked little and then Rose called us for pictures. After the endless picture session we finally returned to our table.
Davina's parents my uncle John and aunt Jenna came to congratulate us. When Jenna was out of ear shot he asked about Kol, "I saw them together last night too. Should I be concerned?"
I shook my head and told him calmly. "That's Kol Michelson. He is kind of Damon boss too and he is my friend and I know he looks like a spoiled brat from outside but trust me once you get to know him, he is one of those sweet and genuine guys."
He looked relieved after my assurance as they left but Damon had this far away look on his face.
"Hey." I waved my hands in front of him. "Tell me what's on your mind."
He held my hands and then asked me, "You are okay that your cousin is dating one of richest guy in this city." His question took me by surprise. "Yeah. I mean If she is happy and as long as he treats her right I don't have any problem."
His face tilted and he looked at me curiously. "What about you?" I frowned in confusion. "What about me?" He hesitated for a bit, "Would you have dated a rich guy if you got a chance?"
To say I was stunned would be an understatement and before I know it I burst in to laughter and was laughing so hard that everyone was watching me like crazy. Damon's expression brought me back.
"Why are you laughing?" His voice was serious and I composed myself to answer him.
"Sorry its just your question I mean me with some rich business tycoon." An un lady like snort escaped from my lips as I laughed again. "I can't imagine what a disaster relation that will be."
Finally I control my laughter I held his face and told him clearly. "I love our normal and simple life." I kissed his lips, "It's all I ever wanted and dreamed about. Besides who needs some Rich guy like Christian Grey. When I have my goof here, my hot sexy hardworking, boss's favourite employee." He gave me a smile but it didn't reach his eyes.
Before I could ponder on it Caroline and Stefan joined our table.
"Thank you guys. I really appreciate your hard work for this wedding." They smiled as we start eating dinner.
Once dinner was done Stefan and Caroline both gave their speech and after a round of applauses and some heartfelt confessions it was time for cake. As expected we had more cake on our faces than in our mouth.
Rose and Bonnie took me to bathroom and helped me fix my makeup. I thanked them again, I reminded myself how fortunate I am to have such people in my love.
I looked at Bonnie and squeeze her hand. "You let me stay at your home and Rose you held back your ideas to create my own dream wedding. I can't thank you both enough."
Bonnie hugged me while Rose held my hand. 'I am really glad you liked my arrangements and I hope we continue being friends." I pulled her in our embrace as I told her. "You are part of my girl gang. You are stuck with us forever."
After that emotional moment they fixed my make-up again and we left just in time for first dance.
I saw Damon approaching me, for a second my heart stopped beating, he smirked but I could see past his smugness, his eyes were shining with love. "May I have this dance…" he asked, "After all its tradition." I smiled and he led me to the dance floor. He placed my hand on his shoulder while his wrapped around my waist. The music flowed through the air, consuming us from inside out, we were oblivious to the world around us. The hunger by Ross Cooperman played at background as our chosen song.
'We were on fire like a thousand sun and we couldn't put it out even we wanted to…'
Hand clasped together, eyes locked with each other, nothing mattered, no one existed, him and me and our little world. He broke the contact as he twirled me only to pull me back in his embrace closer. His lips lightly grazed me neck before lifting me up and gracefully placing me down. We glided through the floor, twirling, turning me as the song came to halt with one swift turn he dipped me and captured my lips in a tender kiss.
"I love you Elena."
"I love you too Damon."
I kissed him back with as much fervour. Jeremy came behind and asked for my hand. Soon other couples joined the dance floor, we joked and continued to dance. But between the smiles there was lingering sorrow that was settled deep inside our hearts.
"Elena, don't." He said as he saw my teary eyes, "They're not here physically but, mom and dad will always be with us, in our hearts. And they would be so proud 'Lena. They'd be proud to see their little daughter to grow up into this beautiful woman."
"I miss them Jer, I miss them so much…" He kissed my forehead lovingly. "I know, 'Lena…"
Soon Stefan came asking for his turn to dance with the bride, followed by my uncle. I danced with uncle John and saw Davina and Kol dancing so I told him to switch partners which he did happily as he twirled me towards her daughter for partner swap.
The moment I was with Kol I asked him sternly. "What are your intensions with my cousin because you allowed me to set you straight as your friend /Sister." He glanced towards Davina and then admited. "I really like her. She is like you but still different in her own way." He looked at me shyly before he asked. "I want your permission to take her out on date." My eyes widen so he explains hurriedly. "You are like my sister and I really like her a lot, so." He trailed off nervously and I couldn't contain myself as I kissed his cheeks. "It will make me so happy if you both start dating."
And Damon stole me for the final song, we swayed with the song and as it came to an end Caroline came towards us. "It's time." I quickly kissed Damon and then went with Caroline to Bree's office where girls help me change in lavender colour silk dress with matching coat.
I went outside for bouquet tossing ceremony.
I stood at raise platform while girls gather around me."Ready!" I screamed at them and they replied with squeal. I turned around and tossed bouquet and to my surprise it landed in Elijah's hand. He blushed hard gave it to Rose who beamed with happiness and then flung her arms around him kissing him hard on lips while everyone cheered for them.
Damon already changed in his black shirt, his favourite black jacket and jeans. He pulled me down from the platform. "You are like a Cupid." He kissed me as he did his eye thing. "You spread love everywhere you go."
I blushed as we made our way outside the bar while our friends wished us luck for our honeymoon.
Before we can sat in car I pulled him for a kiss. "Thanks for this beautiful wedding and thanks for making all my dreams come true." His voice was laced with love as he replied. "Don't thank me, marrying you is greatest pleasure of my life. Trust me."
With that we both sat in car and drove away to our what I know is going to be a rather enjoyable honeymoon. As we passed road the clock strike at twelve and we kissed each other. "Happy New year, Elena." I kissed him again as I told him. "Happy New beginning." It was the beginning of our new life.
Author note.
So this is the wedding chapter. I really hope you like it. Please send me your reviews. It encourages me a lot.