The love of a Mr. CEO

Amelia’s pov.

I sat in front of the vanity observing my glowing features in the mirror, polished with a thin layer of makeup. If you had told me a year ago that taking the job at Stone Industries would lead to my marriage, I’d probably laugh in your face at how bizarre it sounded. Sitting here now though, it felt like I was destined to meet the love of my life at that interview and I was so thankful that I had because I couldn’t imagine my life without Ivan.

“Amelia, are you listening” Sierra asked, effectively snapping me out of my daydreaming. I had asked Sierra to be my maid of honor almost immediately after I said yes to the proposal and now here she was helping me with my hair.

“Something about the wedding I assume” I answered sheepishly much to her disapproval.

“Obviously” she retorted before continuing “Once the bridesmaids and grooms are on stage, the music will begin and that’s your cue to come in with your father.”

“Sierra, I was at the rehearsal dinner, I know when I’m suppose to walk in” I assured her with a smile.

“You can never be too sure” her answer was as she sluggishly walked away in embarrassment. Giggling at her childish behavior, I returned my gaze to the mirror, taking in the hairstyle which ended up being a loose braid beginning at the top of my head and leading down to the low bun with curly strands framing my face and small flowers surrounding the bun.

The hairstyle was quite simple seeing as the dress was suppose to be the center of attention as it was. It was a beautiful long-sleeved white gown, the top half completely lace with small areas of sheer material and the bottom was a plain white material that went to the floor.

A knock came from the door as my father peeked his head in “Mija, the ceremony is starting” he informed me as I took one final look before getting up and making my way out to my father.

My stomach began fluttering as the nerves slowly krept up into my heart at the thought of seeing Ivan. My father noticing, wrapped his arms around my frame, whispering reassurance into my ear much to my appreciation.

Once I was composed, we began making our way to the church, the parking lot filled with cars displaying how many people would be in the church. We made it to the doors just as the music began to fill the room signalling it was time for my entrance.

With one more breathe and a quick squeeze from my dad, we slowly walked down the aisle as everyone turned their attention to us. Immediately, my attention found Ivan as he took in my appearance in pure happiness and adoration. I blushed at all the attention I was receiving but that all diminished once Ivan took my hand and I was stood in front of him. The ceremony began with the priest saying a few words before he signalled for us to begin giving our vows.

“I don’t know if I could even begin to explain to you all how Amelia makes me feel and because I don’t want to keep you here for ages, I’ll keep it short. Mia cara, you are honestly the best thing that could’ve ever happened to me and there’s absolutely nothing I wouldn’t do for you. You bring meaning to my otherwise dull life and you have given me a new purpose. I adore every single thing about you and your amazingly kind heart. It never seizes to amaze me how no matter what life throws your way, you can still remain positive and hopeful. I promise to remain by your side as long as you will let me and will continue to love you no matter what.” Ivan finished flashing me an award winning grin.This belongs © NôvelDra/ma.Org.

“Ivan, although my first impression of you was not the best” I began earning a few chuckles from the audience. “You soon changed my mind once I got to know who the real Ivan Stone was, underneath all of the success and hard exterior. Behind all of it, you have one of the biggest hearts and that’s the main reason I fell for you. With all the chaos that we’ve endured over the course of the last year, you were the one thing giving me the strength I needed to make it out without breaking. I can’t even begin to express how much I love you because I don’t think there are enough words to explain the feeling I get whenever you look at me or when you touch me. I promise to return that love to the best of my ability as we begin this new chapter in our lives and as we grow old together. I love you to the moon and back princessa” I ended, tears brimming my eyes at my love for the man standing before me. Ivan wiped a tear from his eyes as he cleared his throat as we exchanged rings.

(exchange marriage vows: to love and to hold till death do us part..)

“With the power invested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride” the priest finished as we leaned in and captured each others lips in a sweet kiss. The entire church was engulfed in applauds as we pulled apart with grins plastered on our faces.

“Amelia Stone has a nice ring to it doesn’t it?” Ivan said with a heartwarming grin on his face. Giggling at his cheekiness, I intertwined our fingers and began making our way back to my father who was wiping tears from his eyes.

“You better stop crying before I join and Sierra has my head for ruining my makeup” I jokingly warned releasing Ivan’s hand to engulf him in a hug. I felt his chest rumble in laughter as we spent a few moments in each others embrace.

“You and I may have had our differences in the past but seeing the way you treat my daughter and prioritize her needs above anything else gives me hope in building a friendship with you in the future. You have my blessings but if she sheds a tear,” he paused before continuing with a straight face “I’ll skin you alive you hear me cabron?”

“The only tears she’ll be shedding is of joy if I have anything to do with it” Ivan promised, pulling me away from my father and into his embrace.

We began mingling with the guests who remarked on our relationship and blessed our marriage. At some point my father left us to go take a seat claiming he was too old for all of this standing. Ivan’s parents came up to congratulate us on finally tying the knot even though it didn’t take very long before Ivan had proposed.

“So when are we getting grandkids” Ivan’s mother questioned eagerly much to my surprise.

“Honey, they just got married, give them time to settle in” his father answered before I could die of embarrassment.

“Well they need to get going before it’s too late, I mean they’re not getting any younger” she retorted.

“Gee thanks mom, I thought I looked quite good for my age” Ivan muttered sarcastically causing us to laugh.

“You’re painstakingly handsome, princessa” I comforted as he shook his head at the nickname.

“At a girl Amelia, seduce him into giving me grandkids” she encouraged as her husband dragged her away from us.

“I love her but sometimes she gives me headaches” Ivan whispered in my ear causing me to giggle.

“Hey paws off her until later when you guys are alone” a familiar voice interrupted, we pulled apart to find the owner of the voice.

“Jake, you made it” Ivan grinned pulling him into a bro hug thingy. I began racking my brain for who he was before realizing he was Ivan’s best friend who he introduced to me the night of the gala.

“Did you honestly believe I would miss seeing my best friend get married?” Jake retorted as they pulled apart before he focused his gaze on me. “Amelia it’s so nice to see you again although if you don’t remember me, I don’t blame you since this idiot never called me to come down to see you guys since the gala.”

“Of course I remember you, how could I forget the man who had to put up with his guy before I came along” I teased, giving Jake a short hug.

“You know you guys love me” Ivan said with a cocky smirk.

“Did you hear something?” Jake asked

“Not at all” I replied playing along.

“Very mature guys”

“Their it is again” Jake said feigning a look of fear. Moments later, we bursted into fits of laughter at our stupidity and Ivan’s unamused expressions.

“Enough with the babbling, go dance” Sierra exclaimed from behind us, interrupting our banter to ushering us towards the dance floor as Photograph by Ed Sheeran came on.

I shyly looked into Ivan’s eyes as he stretched his hand out for me to take before we began swaying slowly to the music. The noise around us diminished and the background faded as we continued dancing, not once breaking eye contact. I watched as Ivan’s eyes welled with tears of happiness, not once letting them flow down his face. I slowly rested my head on Ivan’s shoulder to comfort him and closed my eyes, enjoying the moment and allowing him to guide us across the dance floor.

All too soon, the song came to an end and we were brought back to reality of everyone clapping before joining us on the floor as another song came on. We continued dancing and laughing as we were whisked around to dance with different people, as the night progressed.

A few hours later, after eating, cutting the cake, pictures and more dancing we were finally in the limo riding back to our home. We sat in a comfortable silence, a mutual understanding of how tired each of us were and how eager we were to hit the lights.

We finally reached our destination, getting out of the vehicle to walk hand in hand into the house. Immediately upon entering, I kicked my heels off and without missing a beat, Ivan threw me over his shoulder much to my surprise. He carried me to the room with a newfound energy as I giggled in amusement. I was thrown onto the plush bed as he got on top of me and began peppering me with kisses.

“Where did all this energy come from” I asked in between laughter.

“I always have energy when it comes to making love to you my love” he replied huskily as he continued his attack on my neck and exposed skin. I ran my fingers threw his hair, tugging at the ends as he let out a groan of approval.

“This will be the first time I make love to you as your husband” Ivan whispered pulling back to look me in the eyes.

“Make me yours, Mr. Stone” I told him, my heart full with the love I had for the man above me.

“My pleasure, mia cara.”