The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella) novel Chapter 1572

"Thanks a bunch, David."

"Cheers for the wedding gift!"

"Thanks for giving us such a unique and grand celebration."

A stream of newlyweds thanked David, who then suggested that everyone on stage join the audience for a massive group photo.

Arabella and Romeo also received two tickets, and whether by chance or design, their seats were right in the center, front row – the best in the house, mirroring their seats at today's ceremony.

As the crowd erupted in hearty applause, the photo session wrapped up, and couples hand in hand strolled off the stage, David started belting out his fourth and fifth tunes.

A new celebrity made their entrance, and the crowd was electrified once again.

Arabella glanced at the ring on her finger and leaned in to whisper to Romeo, "When did you plan this?"

"A week ago." Romeo had to lean close to her ear to be heard over the noise, "There's an inscription on the back."

"What?" Arabella didn't catch it.

"It's engraved." Romeo took her hand gently, pointing to the inside band of the ring.

Arabella seemed to catch on, slipping off the ring to find the inscription, Romeo & Arabella Forever, complete with a little heart at the end.

Arabella couldn't help but smile, "Forever, isn't that a bit greedy?"

Romeo, reading her lips, knew what she meant and his smile broadened with indulgent joy.

"If there really is a forever, would you get tired of it?" Arabella teased.

"Not in a million years." Romeo slid the ring back onto her finger, intertwining their hands, and whispered close, "This life, I'm holding your hand tight. Next life, and the life after, I want us just like this, together, always."