Chapter 4. Fake Wedding

Nalzen’s POV

It’s Nathan!

I immediately answer my phone and walked away from Aaron. I feel nervous all of a sudden. As if I did something wrong! But I decided not to tell him my situation right now.

“Hello, my dear, how are you?” Nathan asks lovingly.

“I am perfectly fine, my dear,” I answered sweetly. I miss Nathan’s voice...

“That’s good to hear, don’t be too sad, okay?”

“Yeah, I’m keeping myself busy.” Busy with my rented husband... What are you thinking, Nalzen?

“No parties, as I am not there with you.” He reminds.

“Don’t worry, my dear I didn’t go to any party. By the way, how’s your family business? Is it okay?” I asked curiously.

He pauses for a while and sighs. So, it is still not okay. I feel sad about it. But I can’t help him. If only I can have my inheritance but I can’t. Unless I get married!

“That’s why I call you. I will be busy, starting tomorrow. And I think that we can’t talk anytime we want,” his sad voice touches my heart.

I wish I’m there with him. But as of now, we both have problems on our own that need to be solved.

“It’s okay, I wish I am there to comfort and support you,” I said lovingly.

“Your voice is just enough, my dear. It gives me strength. You take care of yourself, okay? I miss you, my dear Nalzen.”

Did I miss him? Of course, don’t hesitate, Nalzen!

“I miss you too. My dear, Nathan.”

“I need to end this call. I love you, my dear. Take care okay?” he asked lovingly.

“I love you too, my dear.” It is the only words that come out of my mouth before he ends the call.

And I am very surprised that Aaron is at my back! Good thing I didn’t shout.

“I suppose this my dear is your boyfriend?” he asked with a blank expression.

“You scare me! Yeah, he is my boyfriend, Nathan.” He just nods his head in response.

I can’t read what he’s thinking!

“What do you like to eat? I will cook for you,” he offers.

This is what I like the most, his cooking skills are superb, and I think I gained some weight. I need to control my eating, or else my wedding gown will not fit on my wedding day.

***

Time passed by so fast that we never noticed. It’s our wedding day!

Although it was a fake wedding, I felt nervous and had cold feet. Wedding blues is epic! The wedding is in our garden. 

I feel stunningly beautiful! The dress is simple yet sexy and elegant.

Walking down the aisle with my uncle Alberto. Smiling with our friends and family.

And there is my groom, waiting for me.

Aaron Montgomery is very handsome. He looks like a model in a magazine. God, my husband is so gorgeous! I am very proud of him.

Nalzen, he is your fake husband. You have Nathan, don’t forget that. What is happening to me? I shake off my dirty thoughts and focus on walking down the aisle.

We finally reach our destination. Uncle Alberto gives my hand to Aaron. Then he smiles at me and I almost melt the moment his hand touches mine.

I don’t know why I’m teary-eyed. But hey, it’s still my wedding day! Fake or not, this is a real experience. I should feel this! Who knows if it will never happen again? So, I must cherish the moment of my wedding!

“You look beautiful,” Aaron whispered.

It makes me blush and turn my face red. I just smile at him. I’m speechless, his appreciation is unexpected!

The wedding ceremony begins. And it felt surreal. 

Saying our wedding vows to each other touches my heart. I keep on reminding myself that it’s only fake! But why does it feel so real?

“You may kiss the bride,” the priest said.

I almost forget that we need to make it realistic. Showing the people that we are truly in love, especially Uncle Alberto! I feel nervous...

Will Aaron kiss me? 

Aaron touches and lifts my face. Then our eyes meet... He smiles, then kisses me gently.

At first, I don’t know how to respond but later on, I kiss him back. I know that we are only pretending but why do I’m loving the taste of him?

Just for once, I will forget everything and pretend that it’s my real wedding. Nathan will always be my priority, when he comes back, I will leave this all behind. Leaving all the pretensions that I created that leads to doubt. Doubting my feelings...

But I always do what is right. Aaron is just a husband for rent. And that will remain like that!

The crowds are very noisy, cheering for us. I felt relief that the wedding ended successfully. We proceed to our wedding reception at the Villarreal five-star hotel. This is also owned by our family.

Uncle Alberto surprise me with his honeymoon gift. “Congratulations, Nalzen.” He said and hug me.

“Thank you, Uncle,” I answered happily.

He gave me an envelope. “This is my wedding gift, hope you enjoy it.” I wonder what’s inside the envelope? Is it money?

“Open it, and you will be surprised.” He said smiling.

I open the envelope and saw a round-trip ticket to Paris. It’s been a while since I visited Paris.

“Thank you, Uncle.” I hug him. I’m glad that he is kind to me, although I’m a bit angry when he cut off all my cards. But he said that it was for my good.

I’m certain that Aaron will be happy about this. It’s his first time traveling.

Nica gives me a gift too. She secretly grabs me at the corner where there are no people around. She seems mysterious. Why hide, it’s just a gift!

“Nica, what is this gift that you need to give to me in private?” I asked curiously.

She just smiles and giggles then gives me her gift. “Open it, I’m sure you will love it.” She sounds very excited.

Now, I’m intrigued by this mysterious gift. I slowly open the gift that is wrapped beautifully. It’s a red box. And I was shocked what is inside! It’s a red, thin negligee! What is Nica thinking?

“Seriously, Nica, don’t you think that we will have our honeymoon for real?” I asked unbelievably.

Her forehead furrows. “What are you thinking, Nalzen? Do you have any fantasies about Aaron?” she asked in disbelief.

“Huh, I thought this is your gift for our honeymoon, right?” I asked puzzled.

Then she laughs out loud! “I cannot blame you, my friend. Aaron is so hot that makes every girl’s panty fall.”

What is she saying? “What? I never had dirty thoughts about Aaron,” I deny. Are you confident, Nalzen? Whatever!

“Relax, I am just teasing you. That negligee is for Nathan!” She said excitedly. Nathan?

“For him, why?” I don’t understand what she is saying.

“My goodness, Nalzen, did you forget that Nathan is in Germany? It’s your chance to visit him.” She explains.

Oh, how could I forget? I can visit Nathan and surprise him. The thought of it makes me more excited. Are you excited? I just hate my mind for speaking on its own!

“Right, thank you, Nica. But this negligee I’m wondering if Nathan would love this?” I asked giggling.

“Of course. He will surely love it. But there’s more inside it. Look under the red negligee,” she mysteriously said.

There’s a pair of red underwear. Nica is very naughty!

“Well, this is very sexy, Nica. What are you doing? You know that I value my virginity more than anything else.” I said laughing.

You can call me a wild and stubborn lady, but I’m still innocent. I just loved to hang out and party. But that was before.

“Yeah, I know. But don’t you think that it’s time to surrender the flag?” she asks winking at me.

But I don’t know what she means!

“I don’t understand, but thank you for this gift. I will think about it,” I answered giggling, thinking of the surprised look of Nathan when he sees me wearing this.

But I was also surprised when Aaron suddenly appear out of nowhere. He always pops out!

“Aaron, are you looking for me?” I asked awkwardly and hide Nica’s gift.

“I’m not, but did you eat?” he asked.

And then I remember that I am already hungry.

“Not yet, Nica let’s eat. Come with us.” I invite her.

“No, I’m still full. You go ahead and enjoy the night.”

What to enjoy on this night? The whole scenario is fake. It’s not a real wedding. But still, it’s a wonderful experience.

And Aaron is one of my wonderful experiences...