The Arranged Bride novel Chapter 9

Nick's POV

" Finally my Nicky is getting married. I am so happy." Caleb fake wiped a tear .

" How many times did I tell you not to call me that ?"

He made a thinking expression.

"Probably a lot of times, but I don't think I care . " He ended with a grin.

I rolled my eyes at him.

Everyone was so happy. Mom and Dad were excited to get a 'daughter', Erica was happy to get a 'sister' . Ethan seemed happy too . And the happiest of them all was me .

Note the sarcasm.

Since morning I have been in my worst mood. I feel like I am getting caged but I'm sure as hell that I won't be changing my lifestyle for that gold digger.

The music started playing and everyone turned towards the door expectantly and then....

She entered.

It was so enchanting to look at her in the white dress. The veil was preventing me from having a clear view of her face. She looked up once at me and on seeing everyone's eyes at her, she quickly looked down. Holding her father's arm in a tight grip she made her way to the alter.

I took her hand in mine and she stood in front of me.

It was then that I was able to properly see her face . There was a neutral makeup on her face. I could see her beautiful grey eyes whenever she would look at me only to avert her gaze. Her lips seemed perfect to be kissed.

Really? What am I thinking?

That she is beautiful and perfect.

No she isn't. Just a bloody opportunist.

I stared at her without looking away , I could feel that she was uncomfortable under my stare as she was shifting uncomfortably.

We exchanged rings.

"Do you Mr. Nicholas Daniel Carter take Ms. Sophia Avery Jones as your legally wedded wife to have and to hold, from this day forward , for better, for worse, for richer , for poorer, in sickness and in health , to love and to cherish , till death do you apart?"

"I do ." I sighed and said with a straight face and she again looked down.

"Do you Ms. Sophia Avery Jones take Mr. Nicholas Daniel Carter as your legally wedded husband to have and to hold , from this day forward, for better, for worse , for riche, for poorer , in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do you apart?"

"I do " , she took a deep breath.

" By the power vested in me I now pronounce you as husband and wife.

You may kiss the bride."

I clenched my jaw and moved forward to lift her veil. She looked really nervous as I leaned forward. I lightly pecked her lips and stepped back .

People clapped and cheered loudly while I looked away frustrated of everything.

Everyone started congratulating us. I looked at Sophia to see her hugging Ryan tightly. They seemed pretty close and I was quite annoyed at her . How could she act so close to another man when she was already married to me?

" What do I smell here .... Jealousy?" Erika wiggled her eyebrows suggestively.

I rolled my eyes at her and walked away.

Finally we settled in our car to head to the reception hall. I did not initiate any conversation . She didn't either..

I looked out of the car window.

...... Married.

As soon as we reached our destination , I saw the paparazzi rushing here.

Chris and Leo stood in a protective trance in front of my car. I opened the door and went to Sophia's side to help her out. Taking her hand in mine , I walked towards the entrance. After getting at an appropriate position we stopped to pose for a few pictures and I answered some of their questions.

We walked in . She was extremely quiet and reserved. I didn't see her like this before but maybe she isn't comfortable around me.

She shouldn't be and I wasn't going to make it any easier.

We had our first dance as a couple. I kept staring at her now and then .

We then cut the cake before it was served.

With each passing second I was getting more and more irritated and finally it was time for us to leave.

Sophia hugged everyone with teary eyes.

All these things were totally boring me .

After a great deal of time she was done and we went inside the car.

" My house ." , I ordered Benjamin, my driver as we settled in.

Enough of this good guy facade. Now she was going to see the harsh reality. A rich wedding , expensive clothes , a rich husband , this is what she wanted. I will see to it.