Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 1323

The pastor nodded in approval, then turned to Whitney with a gentle smile. “Beautiful bride, do you take this man to be your husband? Will you live together in holy matrimony, loving him, honoring him, standing by him through sickness and health, for richer or poorer, and remain faithful to him all your days?"

Whitney lowered her gaze, taking a deep breath. Her nose tingled, emotions swirling in her chest and clouding her eyes. Her long lashes fluttered, trembling as she whispered, "I do."

"Whitney." Ludwik's voice was deep, carrying a weight that made the corners of his eyes turn red.

He stepped closer, towering over her, and slipped the diamond ring onto her finger. Bending down, he pressed a tender kiss to her hand, murmuring with all the love in the world, "I love you."

Whitney looked up shyly, letting him kiss her. She could feel his love pouring out, overwhelming and true. Her voice was a soft whisper, "Me too..."

"Say it out loud," he teased between kisses. "I need to hear it."

Her cheeks were burning, her heart pounding. Happiness filled her up to the brim. She cupped his handsome face, no longer hiding. "Yes, Ludwik. I love you."

"Grow old with me, will you? God, I'm so freaking happy, wifey."

Whitney buried her blushing face into his chest, his warmth wrapping around her just like his love.

She glanced at the sunlight streaming through the church windows, painting the stained glass in colors straight out of a fairy tale.

In this castle of dreams, she stood with her love, their sons running around, and not far away, Natalie rocked their baby daughter in her arms.

Everyone was smiling, laughing, offering their heartfelt blessings.

family again," Sammy

little Sammy, always so clever, just wanted to feel safe, to have

don't cry. You forgave me, you chose to spend your life with me.

Really?

cherished her

she would cherish him too, through every day and every storm, together with their kids,

years ago. Was she always meant

every day," she smiled up

her nose a playful tweak. "You're my good luck charm. And as for moving to Eurovoria, I'll do whatever you want. After all, who cares about some Bryce Lutz? With a wife and kids, home-cooked meals, and a warm bed, nothing else

punched his arm affectionately; her

your dad say there were some leads

busted leg. He'll ship up soon enough. But first want to make sure your mom's safe and

For

problem-solver now? You don't love me for

my skills, huh?" He

could reply, Ludwik caught her

You'll see how I punish

rolled her eyes. Total wolf in sheep's

the ticket later-she lost count of how many times the train left the

you two lovebirds whispering about over there?" Danny called, impatient for the wedding