Destined to be yours… - Chapter 40

“Five, four, three, two, one…! Happy New Yearrrrrr!!!” They all shouted at once and gave hugs and a kisses to each and everyone while enjoying the grand fireworks provided by the beach owner. Brett and Aly hugged tightly whispering “I love you” to each other.

Harper, Tyler, Caden, and Aria winked at each other and slowly approached the couple. “Dad, Mommy Aly, please sit down.” Aria said. The couple followed with their forehead creased. The rest wore a meaningful smiles on their faces.

The couple were surprised when their eyes were blindfolded. “What’s this?” Aly said curiously. “Just closed your eyes and no peeping.” Tyler said smiling. “What’s going on?” Brett said. “Just relax, Dad.” Harper said.

The couple were guided to the beachfront by their children. The rest followed and also prepared for their own part.

When everyone and everything’s ready, Caden and Aria removed the blindfold. The couple adjusted their eyes and were shocked on what they saw.

There was a red carpet placed neatly on the sand. Petals along the way. Chairs properly organised. And there’s a makeshift altar. Brett was near the altar while Aly was on the end of the red carpet. They were both in daze. Then a wedding march was played using the sound system prepared by the beach management.

Mr. and Mrs. Navarro walked towards Brett and stood beside Brett. “Did you planned this, Ma?” Brett asked. “No! The kids just asked our help.” Mrs. Navarro said smiling.

Mr. and Mrs. Andrada stood beside Aly. Mrs. Andrada put a flower crown on Aly’s head and Mr. Andrada handed a bouquet of flowers to her. “What’s all this, Mom?” Aly said beginning to have teary eyes. “Your kids planned all of this. They prepared and spent the whole day organising this event.” Mrs. Andrada said smiling.

The couples’ nieces and nephews were the flower girls and the escorts. One of them carried the ring that was bought from the souvenir shop. The design was simple, there’s a little heart at the center. The four youngsters chose the design and though it’s a little cheap, it was a symbol of their love to their parents.

The siblings of the couple were the bridesmaid and groomsmen.

The four youngsters were at the altar. Harper signalled her cousin to start walking.

Though it was only a pseudo wedding, Brett and Aly felt nervous but at the same they’re happy because their kids prepared it for them.

Finally, the parents of the couple handed their children to each other and they stood up infront of their sons and daughters who were the officiating “priests” of the so called “wedding”.

The manager and the staffs were also there to be the witnesses of the event. Each of them were experiencing romantic excitement seeing the couple.

“We are all gathered here to witness the binding of two persons who deeply love each other.” Tyler said seriously but the other three who were beside him were giggling. “Caden, your part.” Tyler said. The rest laughed because Caden forgot his part. “Oh, sorry. Today is a special day…because…we will listen to the…oh…we will hear their promises to each other.” Caden said then sighed. Laughers filled the air.

“Dad, Do you take Auntie Aly as your lawful wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and cherish until death do you part?” Harper asked.

“I do.” Brett said looking at Aly.

“Mommy Aly, Do you take dad as your lawful husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and cherish until death do you part?” Aria asked.

“I do.” Aly said looking at Brett too.

Tyler signalled his nephew to come forward for the ring. The couple saw the ring and smiled. “Where did you get that?” Aly asked. “There.” Caden said pointing the souvenir shop. The couple can’t stop themselves from laughing. “Silence please.” Tyler said but faking his anger. The couple stopped laughing but still giggling. The rest were also laughing.

“Dad, read this.” Harper said. Brett nodded. “Aly, take this ring as a sign of my love and faithfulness in the name of the father, the son and the holy spirit.” Brett said while putting the ring on Aly’s hand.

“Mom.” Tyler said. “Oh, ok.” Aly said looking at the paper. “Brett, take this ring as a sign of my love and faithfulness in the name of the father, the son and the holy spirit.” Aly said while putting the ring on Brett’s hand.

“And now, by the power vested on us, we now pronounce you, husband and wife.” The four youngsters spoke at once. “And from now on, we will call you dad.” Tyler and Caden said that made Brett felt overjoyed. “And you, Auntie Aly will be our mom.” Harper and Aria said then gave a big hugged to Aly.

Everyone witnessing the moment were really touched by the kids warm acceptance of their new dad and mom. The kids really grew up well and will now be complete even if it’s only a mock marriage.

“And now, you can kiss your bride.” The four youngsters spoke at once again. Tyler looked at Caden that the latter gave a thumbs up. Brett smiled and look at Aly intently.

“I love you…Mrs. Aly Navarro.” Brett said. “I love you too, Mr. Brett Navarro. And the couple kissed passionately. Caden covered his eyes that made the rest laughed.

After the so called “wedding”, they enjoyed the sumptuous meals prepared by the beach staffs.

Because it was already dawn and the kids felt really tired, they slept after eating. But Brett and Aly were left outside laying on the hammock attached to a tree.

“I still can’t believe what the kids have done. It was really overwhelming. And when Tyler and Caden called me dad, I felt I’m in heaven.” Brett said wearing a wide smile. “Yeah, I wasn’t also expecting it. I was really surprised.” Aly said smiling too.

“Mrs. Navarro?” Brett said looking at Aly intently. “Yes, Mr. Navarro?” Aly said. “Because we’re already married, our departed beloved gave their blessings, and the kids married us, maybe, we can…you know?” Brett said winking at Aly that the latter laughed and then became serious. “NO!” Aly said and burried her face on Brett’s neck. “Why?” Brett asked stroking her back. “We’re still here.” Aly said. Brett grinned devilishly. “So, when we return, we could…?” Brett asked excitedly. Aly nodded. “Yes!?” Brett said and Aly blushed.