VOWS

"Mom... Dad, I don't think you understand how I feel," I said, tears streaming down my face. "I'm about to marry someone I don't even know. I've never been on a single date, and I have no idea how to live with a man. I'm terrified."

My parents looked at me sympathetically as I continued to pour out my worries. "What if he doesn't even like me? What if I mess everything up? I'm not ready for a honeymoon night."

My parents' expressions only grew more pained. Suddenly, my brother's voice interrupted us.

"You'll be fine," he said, stepping through the doorway.

"Jordan?" I asked a glimmer of hope in my voice.

"Mom and Dad, could you leave us alone for a moment?" he requested, and they departed without a word.

"Cupcake," he said, his voice soothing. "I heard everything you said earlier he said sitting beside me. You're scared, I get it. But let me tell you, there's no way Mom and Dad would choose someone bad for you. And your husband-to-be may be a bit scary, but he's never hurt a woman. He'll treat you differently, I promise."

"But what about the honeymoon night?" I protested.

Jordan grinned mischievously. "Don't worry, Cupcake. You've never been with a guy before, and now on your wedding night, everything will fall into place," he teased, and I playfully smacked his chest before bursting out laughing.

"Jordan!" I exclaimed, feeling some of my worries slipping away. He's always had his way of making the most difficult things look easy. He's one of the reasons why I never had a crush on any guy, his looks are on top and he's very adorable, too no wonder women always crawl all over him.

"All right, all right," he said, pulling me in for a hug.

"Everything's going to be okay. Trust me." Just go with the flow okay?

Okay, but I'll miss you.

I'll miss you too cupcake, we all will. He said lovingly.

Don't worry tomorrow is going to be fine okay?

Okay, I responded hugging him tightly.

How about Mum and Dad?

They'll be fine, and besides I'm assisting Dad with the company and your husband-to-be has promised to provide us with top security so Mum will also be safe.

You have absolutely nothing to worry about.

Okay.

So what happened in school today?

It's nothing serious, ...

Don't give me that crap, what happened in school for you to have a panic attack? He asked with a serious tone.

Well... It's Landon. He bullied me, It's been going on for a while now but... today was different, things went a little overboard and I got really scared and panicked.

Enlighten me... Is he Landon Evans? I asked curious.

Yes... How did you know his name?

I just know someone like that. Don't worry about it, go to bed now we'll be leaving very early and a stylist will be coming to prepare you for the wedding. He informed me.

Okay, Jordan. I responded shutting my eyes.

AT THE EVANS

Bro, what the hell did you do this time? His friends queried him through a video call.

Nothing, I just teased her differently. I wasn't expecting her to pass out.

What do you even want from that girl? She's a nerd, she's not your type. Yeah, we get she has a head-turn figure and beauty but dude... She's black and I really don't get you anymore.

I don't get myself either, sometimes I want to leave her alone but I can't, She's all I can think of She's the only one that keeps popping into my mind.

Bro, I don't like where this is going, What are you trying to say? Cole asked.

I don't know... I think I have feelings for her man. He explained exasperated.

What about Cassie??

I haven't seen her for a month now and it's not because she refused. I'm the one who refused because I don't feel her anymore, I can't even look at her for long.

What if you just got bored and needed a new one for a change?

That's not the case Ryan. I don't find other women attractive either.

Do you even know who her brother is? Ryan asked.

No, I don't. Who's he?

He's a member of the Alpha Three! If you've been free with your bullying it's because he ignored it or probably because his sister didn't tell him she was being bullied. Trust me you're dead meat if he finds out.

Wait what?! I asked shocked. It just dawned on me that they both have some familiar features. But because I never knew his real name I didn't give much attention to it.

Yeah right. Look we'll discuss it better tomorrow morning I'm really tired Cole said.

Me too Ryan joined in.

Ok, good night.

THE NEXT DAY

As the morning sun filtered through the window, the Lockwoods bustled about their lavish mansion. Maids scurried past, chefs shouted orders, and gardeners tended to the beautiful flowers. Amid the chaos, Scarlet was being carefully prepared for her wedding. A house that had very few staff before was full of people because of the wedding. Nothing Maverick won't do.

Her dress was a masterpiece, adorned with countless diamonds that sparkled in the light. It flowed gracefully as she moved, and the back trailed behind her like the petals of a delicate flower. Her make-up was immaculate, bringing out the deep blue of her eyes and the sharpness of her features. Scarlet took a deep breath as she prepared to face herself in the mirror

"Are you ready to see yourself, miss?"

She nodded, her heart beating with anticipation. As soon as the stylist held up the mirror, Scarlet was struck with a sudden awe. She could hardly believe the stunning woman looking back at her was really her. She felt a new sense of confidence and beauty, one she never knew existed. This was more than enough courage for her, and she was ready to face whatever lay ahead. She felt different now that she was ready for the wedding, She's usually the shy type of person but this makeover made her feel a new sense of courage.

What will happen when he sees me? Will he feel attraction? Or will it just be me trying to attract a grown man who's too good-looking to be stuck with me?...