Bound To You

Chapter 16 - Wedding

It was my wedding day. The day I became Mrs. Lauren Reigns. It was a good day. I got a brand new wedding dress because our wedding was going to be at the beach. Besides, the wedding dress I had before was the one I was going to wear to marry Derek. Not happening.

I was in the tent getting ready. Gracelynn was in there with me and my mom was too. Gracelynn was in a pink puffy dress. She looked so cute.

Everything was ready and we were getting closer to the time. I was so nervous but so happy.

"You look so beautiful sweetheart." my mom said.

I looked at her and tears filled my eyes. "Thank you mom. That really means a lot." I said.

"You're welcome." she walked up and grabbed my hands in hers. "Listen, I know that I've been horrible in past about how I wanted you to live your life and where I wanted to go and I just wanted to say I'm sorry. I never meant for you to get hurt in any of it or keep you from marrying the man of your dreams. Roman is a wonderful guy and I'm so glad that you found him. Your judgement is good and your heart is so big. I love you."

"I love you too mom." I said. Tears were streaming down my face.

"You're so ruining your makeup." I heard from behind me. Nikki and Brie were there smiling at me. They looked so beautiful.

"You girls look gorgeous." I said.

"Not as gorgeous as you. I mean, look at you. You look so amazing." Nikki said.

"Thanks."

"Let me see that bride." Dean said walking in.

I smiled. "Right here." I said.

"I see that. It's not hard to spot someone so beautiful." he said. hugging me.

"Thank you Dean."

"For what?" he asked.

"For everything. You've done so much for me and Roman. I don't know how we'll ever repay you." I said.

"You don't need to. I love you both. You're my family. I'd do anything for you guys." he said.

***

It was time to start. My dad and I linked arms and started walking down the aisle together. It felt good to have my dad give me away to the man of my choosing and I could tell that my parents were proud of me which was the best feeling in the world.

Once we got to Roman I grabbed his hand and we stood face to face, hand in hand.

"Dearly beloved. We are gathered here today to witness the joining of two hearts. Two families. Two people in love...." the preacher carried on.

Eventually it was our time to repeat.

"Lauren Tomlinson, I take you to be my wife. To have and to hold. To love and to cherish. In sickness and in health. From this day forward." Roman repeated.

"Roman Reigns, I take you to be my husband. To have and to hold. To love and to cherish. In sickness and in health. From this day forward." I repeated.

"I now pronounce you husband and wife. Mr. Reigns please kiss your beautiful bride."

Roman cupped my face like it was glass and gently pressed his lips to mine. Butterflies went crazy in my stomach. I was officially married to the love of my life. Roman Reigns.

***

We had the wedding reception at my parents' house. It was huge and beautiful. The perfect spot for a wedding reception.

Roman and I walked in, hand in hand, and were greeted by so many of our close family and friends.

So, I know I didn't mention before, but I did meet Roman's parents before we got married and they absolutely loved me. They welcomed me into the family before we even said 'I do'. It was pretty amazing and cool to have that feeling of acceptance.

Everybody cleared a way in the back yard. There was a little dance floor set up that just looked so beautiful. Our dance was up first.

"What song did you pick?" I asked Roman. I left that decision up to him because I couldn't decide.

"Well, I had a little help. But I think I made a very good choice." he said.

The music started. 'Kiss Me' by Ed Sheeran. I smiled. I loved this song and it always made me think of Roman. It was amazing.

***

The whole night was spent with laughs and toasts and congratulations from many different people. I think it was safe to say that it was a very successful and memory filled day.

I looked over at Roman and Dean. Roman had Gracelynn in his arms. He was just so good with her. I smiled. Every time I saw him with her, my heart fluttered and my stomach did loops. I was so in love with this man and loved that we had our own little family. It made me feel so secure and safe.

I walked up to them and put my arm around Roman's waist. He kissed my head and I smiled up at him.

"You really do make a beautiful bride Lauren." Dean said.

"Thank you Dean." I said. "Did you tell him yet?" I asked Roman.

"Not yet. I thought we should do that together." he said.

"What's going on?" Dean asked.

I looked at him and smiled. "Roman and I were talking and we'd like for you to be Gracelynn's godfather. We already think of you as her uncle and it's been everything having you here with us and helping us and everything. You've done far more than we could ever thank you for. We love you. So how about it?"

"Of course. I would love to." he said.

"Okay. Great." I said. "I'll handle the godmother."

I walked up to Nikki and Brie. "Hey girl. You look so beautiful today." Nikki said.

"Yeah. Like a princess." Brie said.

"Thank you. Really." I said. "Okay, so the reason I came over here is because I have a question. I don't know how to choose so would you both like to be Gracelynn's godmothers?"

"Of course." they both said at the same time.

***

Roman and I had finally left but we weren't going on a normal honeymoon. It was more of a little family vacation. Me, Roman and Gracelynn. Together. As a family. I couldn't think of a better way to spend the next week than with the two people who keep my world turning.

"I love you Lauren." Roman said.

I smiled at him. "I love you too Roman. Always and Forever."

We kissed.