Adoring My Paramour

“Dear diary, every day feels like a never-ending nightmare for me. I wish I could erase her from my memory, but every little thing reminds me of her, even when I look in the mirror. How do I forget about my twin sister, the one who was there with me through it all? That accident tore my heart apart, and she left us behind.”

Us…

Yes, she left her sister and her loving fiancé behind. Someone was pouring their thoughts into a diary. Just then, the door swung open, and a person entered, looking graceful, as if some kind of occasion was going on.

“Sweetie, have you finished getting ready? Can we go now? Everyone is waiting for you, my baby daughter, who’s about to marry the city’s prince.” Mrs. Esposito gently stroked her hair, but she remained engrossed in her diary, writing her thoughts.

“Why do you keep writing? I’m trying to talk to you, Faith… Can’t you at least listen?” Mrs. Esposito gently took the pen from her hand, finally making eye contact. Faith’s eyes seemed empty, far from the excitement of a bride, and there was noticeable nervousness on her face.

“Mom… I’m ready. Can you please give me some time alone? I’ll join everyone when it’s time. It’s just not the right moment to come out, you know?” Faith took back the pen and resumed writing. Mrs. Esposito sighed and exited the room.

“I don’t know what to do. I feel so guilty. I feel like I’m taking something precious away from my sister. Why is there this awkward parting between us? What did I do wrong? We’ve suffered so much together since childhood, and now it’s all gone. How can I start a life with someone I don’t deserve? How can I marry my brother-in-law?”

While writing in her diary, a tear escaped from her eye and fell onto the page, wetting the paper. She quickly wiped away her tears and closed the diary. Carefully, she placed the diary in her bag and then took the veil into her trembling hand, gently caressing it—a veil that never belonged to her in the first place.

“I’m sorry, Faith… I feel like I’m betraying you. I don’t know if you’ll ever forgive me. But I don’t have any other choice…” She placed the veil on her head and adjusted it.

As she stepped out, Mr. Esposito was already waiting for her. He extended his hand, and she took it, walking together toward the wedding ceremony. When she emerged with her father, everyone present was stunned by her breathtaking beauty.

In her off-shoulder white wedding dress adorned with delicate floral designs, Faith’s perfect curves enhanced her heavenly beauty. The white flower bouquet in her hands added to her angelic appearance. A soft smile glittered on her face, even though her heart ached.

“My daughter truly looks like an angel,” Mrs. Esposito said with a gentle smile. Faith was accompanied by her father, gracefully walking to the marriage stage, where the groom eagerly awaited her.

Faith looked nervous, but as soon as her eyes met the groom’s gaze, he smiled warmly at her. He was dressed in a white shirt and a black suit, resembling a prince in every way. Indeed, he was well-known throughout the city for his perfection, from his appearance to his profession.

Despite the pain in her heart, Faith forced a fake smile onto her face. Their beauty captivated everyone present. Her father came to a halt as she stepped onto the stage, standing in front of her soon-to-be husband. The priest observed them, and the groom signaled him to proceed with the marriage ceremony, which he did.

As they exchanged vows, his hands gently held hers, causing her heart to race uncontrollably. His touch was warm, and even through her gloves, she could feel the warmth of his hand. Everyone was lost in the ethereal union of these celestial beings.

Faith delivered her prepared vow, her voice quivering with emotion. “I choose you and promise to choose you as my husband every day we wake. I will love you in word and deed. I will laugh with you, cry with you, scream with you, grow with you, and craft with you. To be your kin and your partner in all of life’s adventures is all I could hope for in the world. Loving what I know of you and trusting what I don’t yet know, I give you my hand. I give you my love. I give you myself—the good, the bad, and the yet to come.”

“You have taught me that two people joined together with respect, trust, and open communication can be far stronger and happier than each could ever be alone. You are the strength I didn’t know I needed and the joy that I didn’t know I lacked. Today, I choose to spend the rest of my life with you.”

“You have made me the happiest man in the world today by agreeing to share your life with me. I promise to cherish and respect you. I promise to care for you and protect you. I promise to comfort you and encourage you. I promise to be with you for all of eternity,” Adam De La Cruz also took a heartfelt vow for the love of his life.

Faith’s heartache deepened, torn between the guilt of betraying her sister and the fact that her brother-in-law remained unaware that she wasn’t his beloved but her sister’s twin.

Adam De La Cruz, the 25-year-old heartthrob, now took a vow for his soon-to-be wife, leaving every girl envious and heartbroken.

Faith Esposito, the 25-year-old woman every man dreamed of, was about to marry the city’s prince. They exchanged rings, and a teardrop from Faith’s eye fell onto her ring as he placed it on her finger. In return, she slid the ring onto his hand.

He pulled her close, taking her by surprise. “Finally… we made it, baby.”

His deep and alluring voice sent shivers down her spine. He planted a passionate kiss on her rosy lips. She attempted to resist him, but his commanding presence weakened her, and the kiss deepened.

Everyone present was stunned and taken aback, wondering how he could openly display his affection in front of everyone, unafraid of the media and gossip. They didn’t have to anymore.