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After having some time to me and sorting out some last minute arrangements for our honeymoon, it's finally time to get dressed. It has taken me lots of strength to not text or call Ana to see how she's getting on.

I pull my belt through the loops and fasten it, running my hands round my middle to make sure that my shirt is tucked in all the way round. I decide that I'll put my jacket on afterwards as it is rather warm.

I search round among all my things trying to find my tie, which I'm certain was purchased when I went to get measured for my suit. This is so weird, I literally can't find it anywhere and I have pulled the room apart looking for it.

Just as I'm hanging the suit bag back up in the wardrobe, there's a knock at the door.

It's Taylor with a small gift wrapped box with a bow and a small envelope.

"Taylor?" I ask questioningly, this better not be a gift from him.

"This is for you; it's from Ana, sir." Oh thank god, that'd be a bit weird if Taylor was buying me gifts.

"Oh, thanks." I say as he hands it to me.

"We've done a check of the grounds, sir. And everyone is stationed in their correct places, we are ready to go." He smiles.

"Thank you, Taylor; have you got our suitcases ready for tonight?" I ask.

"Yes, sir, Gail is just doing some last minute packing for the both of you, Caroline Acton has also been in touch regarding the evening gown that you requested, and it will be delivered when you reach the South of France." He smiles.

"Excellent, is that all?"

"Yes, sir." He answers and I close the door as he marches off back down the hall.

I sit down on the bed and examine the gift that Ana has sent to me.

I open the small envelope first. On the envelope it has my name written in gray ink in Anastasia's flowing handwriting. I unfold the slip of paper that is inside.

Christian

I am so excited that I get to marry you today; you are my knight in shining armor.

Everything is going as planning I've just had my hair and makeup done and by the time this parcel reaches you, you'll hopefully be wondering where the last piece of you attire is.

As it iconic to both of us, I thought it seemed fitting.

I can't wait to see you very soon, Mr. Grey.

I love you so much, Christian

All my love,

Your Ana x

I read the letter, set it down next to me and then pull on the ribbon on the top of the box. Inside the box is the tie that I used when I introduced Ana to my lifestyle. Wow, that seems ages ago that it happened. I grin at the thought of it.

Running my fingers over the material of my silver tie, I am reminded of the great times that Ana and I have had over the last couple of weeks. We might not have been together long but I've had more fun with her that I have in my whole 28 years of being on the planet. And I can't wait to spend the rest of my life making new memories with her like; moving into our new house, our first Christmas together, our first child – which is going to be a long way off yet, I'm not ready to share her with anyone else yet, but I'm excited for when it does happen.

As I slip the tie around my neck I have the cheesiest grin on my face.

When I'm officially ready I head downstairs to where we agreed to meet, in the back sitting room, so we can look out over the garden and see the wedding preparations that are still happening.

All the guys are stood around having a chat, when I enter Ray catches my eye and approaches me.

"Ray, good afternoon, did you sleep well at the hotel?" I ask, shaking his hand.

"Yes, son, I was just wondering if I could have a quick word with you?" He gestures towards the door. I head out first and he follows after me, closing the door behind him so we are in a quiet hallway.

"Right, I'm not going to threaten you, don't worry." He laughs and I exhale, thank god, I don't want him threatening me about taking care of his daughter.

"I'm just going to say that I am so excited that we're going to be family now I know that Annie isn't mine, but I raised her like my own and she's the best thing that ever happened to me and its been a delight to see her grow up and become the young woman she is today and its thrilling to see her become someone's wife and I think she chose well," He grins, patting me on the shoulder, dear god, it doesn't feel weird when people touch me now, although I'm still wary of it.

"Oh, Ray, you don't have to worry about a thing, Ana is the best thing that has ever happened to me and I don't intend to let her or you down for that matter, I can't wait to grow old with her and experience all these new things with her that I've never had with someone else." I grin back.

"Good and good luck to you, you'll be great, married life is excellent." He smirks.

God, I hope he's right but I'm looking forward to each and every minute of it.

We re-enter the room and have a champagne toast.

At 1:45pm we make our way down to the tent where Ana and I will marry each other. It is a separate marquee beside the bigger one where we will celebrate afterwards. Its set out exactly the way Ana sketched, with material draped from the ceiling and chandeliers and old vintage birdcages filled with wild flowers. It looks so magical; I hope Ana is just as pleased with this as she probably won't have seen it.

Me and Elliot stand at the entrance as the guests make their way to their seats, we greet a few people.

The seats are filling quickly, I spot Flynn as he enters he gives me a wink and a nod and I nod back.

Elliot is stood beside me dressed in a black suit with a pale pink tie. He leans up and whispers in my ear.

"We're nearly ready to go. Are you going to make a run for it now or not?" He adds with a laugh.

"Fuck off Elliot, I'm not running anywhere, if anything, I'm running to find Ana to see what keeping her so long."

"Relax bro, they'll be here soon, they have five minutes yet, in fact I think we should get going, come on lets go."

He tugs on my arms and together we make our way to the front and up into our places.

My Mom and Dad are sat on the front row in front of me with various other family members around them. On the opposite side is Ana's family, it is small in comparison to mine. The seats at the front are empty as her Mom and Dad are with her waiting to walk down the aisle.

Soon the music starts and I am impatiently waiting. Mia and Ethan walk down the aisle first. Then Kate, Elliot and Ana's Mom, Carla. Then finally after what feels like an eternity the music changes and everyone stands and turns And finally Ray and Ana appear at the double doors at the back of the marquee.

Wow, she looks absolutely breathtaking; I can't take my eyes off her. Her lace dress and the veil that is hanging over her face makes her looks like a goddess and after a few minutes, her eyes finally flick up and catch mine.

When she reaches me, Ray lifts the veil from her face, kisses her cheek and then goes to sit down beside Carla, who has her arm linked with Bob.

"You look beautiful," I whisper to her as the music fades and everyone takes their seats again.

"As do you, nice tie." She whispers with a grin, as she slides her hand into mine and we grip each others hand tightly.

We recite our vows to each other then partly seal the deal with the exchanging of our rings and finally we get to firmly seal it with a kiss.

"You may now kiss the bride," Reverend Green announces. And Ana and I grin stupidly at one another.

I cup her face in my hands and lean down to kiss her as the room around us erupts into applause for me and my wife. She slides her arms around my waist and up my back and for a moment I feel like we are the only two people in the room.

We pull away and grin at one another. As we make our way back up the aisle as husband and wife, stopping to have a few photographs taken, Ana's hand slides back into mine as we make our way into the bigger marquee to begin the celebration of our marriage.