Dear Ex Wife Please take me back (Athena and Alex) novel Chapter 199

ATHENA

“In holy matrimony to witness and celebrate the union of Alexander King and Athena Dawson. Marriage is a sacred bond, one not entered into lightly but with love, respect, and the deepest commitment two people can give to each other.”

He turns slightly toward us.

“The couple has chosen to speak their own vows. We will start with the bride.” He nods at me in encouragement.

Sloane passes me the paper where I wrote my vows and helps me hold the microphone,

“Alex,” I begin, my hands shaking a little, “I always wished for this day since I met you, but I never imagined it would be possible. You were sharp edges and storm clouds, and I was just… trying to survive. But somehow, even through all the chaos, I found safety in you.”

His eyes are fixed on me in a heated gaze. I feel it wrap around me.

“You drive me crazy. You make me angry. You make me feel everything, everything I once thought I couldn’t feel again. But most of all, you make me feel loved. Completely. Deeply. Undeniably.”

I pause, blinking through the tears building behind my lashes.

“I promise to always understand you. Even when the world chooses to misunderstand you, I'll always be on your side. I promise to remind you every day that you are worthy of love. I promise to be your peace, even in your worst storms. I may not be the best cook, so you'll have to overlook that.”

Everyone laughs.

Except him.

He keeps looking at me in that deep way that makes butterflies explode in my stomach and spread all the way to my chest.

“I love you, Alexander King. I loved you when I wasn’t supposed to, and I’ll keep loving you long after I’m gone.”.

The officiant nods gently at him.

He takes a breath and stares down at our joined hands before looking back up with that heated gaze he's had in his eyes since I walked in.

Luca walks over to the side and passes him his own vows. Alex takes them as Luca holds up the mic for him.

Alex looks at me, a smile on his lips.

“I was supposed to read what I wrote for you, but I've chosen to speak from the heart.” He tucks the paper away, making a heated blush flush my cheeks a deep shade of pink.

“I never believed in soulmates. Or fate. Or even love, really.”

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