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Two

Maxen

During the Wedding

I ’ve never been so nervous. Not because I don’t know if this is right, but because I have never been surer of anything or anybody in my life.

Tazanna Worth, Mi Alma , is my forever, my wife, and I want all of The Nations to know that.

I couldn’t think of four better men to be at my side throughout this journey.

.. but butterflies still take flight in my stomach.

I fidget at the top of the makeshift aisle, waiting on her.

I am unable to take not seeing her for a moment longer, anxious to start the rest of our lives together.

She’s my heart, after all, my everything.

She has fought for so long, endured so many losses and battles. I want today to be perfect for her. I want her to not only make Major proud, but herself too. Today is more than about celebrating our love, it’s about the birth of a brand-new nation.

A new beginning brought in by our eternal vows.

I turn to the others and share a nervous look.

Jax is getting his shirt fixed by Drax who, for once, has a serious look on his face as he pulls and tugs the shirt over and over, unhappy with it, no doubt wanting it to be perfect.

Thorn is standing tall and sure next to me with that secret smile on his face.

Dray? That crazy bastard is almost bouncing on his toes.

It makes me grin, knowing this will be my family for the rest of my life.

Then the music starts.

I turn, seeking her out as she rounds the corner. Through the crowd, my eyes lock on the woman I love .

My heart stops and then speeds up in my chest, my hands sweating as tears form in my eyes at the utter brilliance that is my wife. The leather and cape she wears only adds to her beauty. She looks like a general coming to claim her soldiers. A queen taking her throne, which isn’t wrong.

We are not just her kings, we are her consorts. She is the leader here.

Watching her walk towards me, I know that no matter what this world throws at us, whatever obstacles we face, our love will be unwavering. Strong. Perfect.

I love you, Mi Alma.