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“My heart’s filled with so much love and joy as I stand here today and make these vows to you. I couldn’t be more excited to begin this new chapter of our lives together. It’s been an incredible journey, and I’m looking forward to all the adventures yet to come. I vow to always be here for you. I’ll always have your back, no matter what. If you ever need someone to talk to, count on me to be there, even in the middle of the night. I’ll never abandon you on your journey.”

Tears fill her eyes, but she blinks them away. I want to give her the biggest kiss, but I restrain myself. I know there’s more she wants to say, and I’m not about to interrupt her.

“Most importantly, I vow always to love you. From the very first moment I met you, I knew you were the one for me. You are my best friend and soulmate, and I’ll love you with all my heart for the rest of my life and beyond. My love for you will never die.”

I sniff back tears, but I can hear Daisy’s mom sobbing in the audience. I glance at her and give her a reassuring smile. She wipes her eyes with her husband’s handkerchief before handing it back to him. He grins at me while stuffing it back in his suit pocket.

“For a bunch of bikers, you sure are a soft bunch,” Doc teases. Laughter spreads through the aisles. As it fades, Doc asks the most important question of the day. “Matrix, do you take Daisy to be your ride-or-die woman for life?”

“I do.”

“Daisy, do you take Matrix to be your ride-or-die man for life?”

“I do.”

“Well, then, there’s nothing left but to kiss the bride.” Doc gives me a sly smile.

Gently grasping Daisy’s face between my palms, I brush my thumbs over her cheeks. I love the way she shivers beneath my touch. When our lips meet, I stifle a groan of pure pleasure. I haven’t been able to kiss her for days. She insisted we sleep in separate beds the last week, which killed me. But I understand why she did it now. I can’t wait to carry her off to bed.

As the ceremony ends, the guests erupt into cheers and clapping. As I look around the gathering, I see all the faces of the people we care about. Their happiness and joy bless us with all the love we’ve ever wanted. I’m so thankful for today and all the support surrounding us. We truly are one big family.

After the ceremony, everyone gathers outside, and the party begins. Music plays while beer and champagne flow like the river. Laughter fills the air and warms my heart, but none of it compares to my beautiful bride. I can’t take my eyes off her.

We dance the night away, celebrating the start of our new life together, surrounded by friends and family. As I look into Daisy’s eyes, I know without a doubt that this is the beginning of a beautiful journey. I’ve finally found my soulmate, and I’m never letting her go.

Later, after making love to my gorgeous bride all night, I dream the sweetest dreams about our future together.

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