Chapter 452: Yes, I do

“Dad…” Nana held Liang Zou’s hand in hers and clutched it tightly. She could see it in his eyes and feel it with his trembling hand how much her wedding meant to him.

Liang Zou chuckled as the corner of his eye got slightly wet. “If I had missed my daughter seeing as this lovely bride she is now, then…then I would have died having regrets.”

“No, Dad! Please…don’t talk about death.”

Liang Zou shook his head. “Let me say it. Xiao Dan, Shin, and I have missed out on a lot of good things in your life. Your growing up years, your birthdays, your school life, your graduation, you becoming an independent businesswoman and chef that we are so proud of, and so many other things. But, now I am here today, seeing you getting married. I cannot express how happy I am to walk you down the aisle today…”

Nana hugged him and rested her head on his chest.

She couldn’t imagine how hard it must have been for them. Whenever she saw Jian and Nian, she would get excited about their future; their first walk, their first word, the first time they will go to school, their first crushes, their birthdays, their achievements, and so much more. She couldn’t even think of the moment where she wouldn’t be able to experience the time of her children growing up.

And here Liang Zou and Liang Xiao Dan had spent twenty-two years, seeing nothing about Nana.

How must have they felt all these years?

Her shoulders slightly trembled.

“Hey, hey, don’t cry now. The tears will ruin your makeup, and your mother will kill me for it.”

Nana chuckled.

Liang Zou pulled her back and gazed straight into her eyes. He softly smiled. “You are happy with Jinhai, right? Just so you know, if you don’t want this wedding, then Daddy will help you elope. You can come and live with us again with my grandsons.”

Nana laughed. “Don’t worry, Dad. I am very happy with Jinhai. I cannot imagine living without him anymore.”

Liang Zou sighed. “Well, I had to try. But, if he ever bullies you, then come straight to me! I will take you away in an instant.” Then he leaned, “Don’t complain to Liu Hai, or he would get more cocky. He will say something like, ‘Hah! Nana shares her troubles with me and not with you. She loves me more than you. Hahaha!'”

Nana could really imagine that happening. She nodded. “I will definitely come to you if Jinhai bullies me.”

He nodded in satisfaction.

“He is a good man. Your husband.”

“Yes, he is.”

“He loves you. He loves you so very much. I can see it in his eyes. It’s only Nana that shines brightly in his gaze. He doesn’t see anything else,” he chuckled, “Love is actually an understatement, knowing what he did to marry you. His feelings go beyond love. And I am glad that you are marrying a man who holds no one in his heart other than you. He will keep you really happy.”

Nana gently nodded.

He offered his arm. “It’s time for the ceremony. Are you ready?”

Nana’s lips curved into a brilliant smile. She held on to his arm. “Yes, I am.”

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Jinhai felt it. The moment Nana stepped inside, a small smile lit his lips. He knew his wife was here.

And when he turned his head to see the love of his life walking down the aisle, it felt as if time stopped. When his gaze fell upon his bride, his breath got stuck in his throat as if he forgot to breathe.

Nana, adorned in that beautiful white wedding gown, looked no less than an ethereal fairy. It was a V-neck, A-line wedding gown that stretched from her fair and pale neckline to her slender waist and legs. The gown at her feet rippled akin to tiny waves on the seashore as she lifted her feet to walk. As the sunlight shone on her pristine gown, it glittered golden, making everyone feel as if an angel had descended on earth.

The intricate and delicate embroidery glistened in the sunlight as if stars shone in the day-time. Small pearls and diamonds stitched alternatively one after the other studded the lace of the gown. Jing had kept the train of the dress just long enough so that Nana was able to carry her gown without any difficulty.

Her hair was tied into a neat bun, clipped with a long, beautiful pin at the back. Two curly locks of hair bounced on the side of her temples, hiding that slight blush tinted on her face.

On her left, she was holding onto Liu Hai’s hand, and on the right, she was holding Liang Zou’s elbow.

Everybody burst into a chuckle, seeing Liu Hai walking her down the aisle too.

Jianyu’s mouth twitched. “Why is Uncle…there? Has he forgotten whose father he is?”

Liu Hai simply snorted. “You are all just jealous!”

Through the thin veil that covered her face, Jinhai saw her every expression and that building anticipation as she was coming closer and closer to him.

The violinists played a beautiful romantic melody as Nana walked on the aisle. The soft music that hung in the air built up the budding emotions in everybody even more.

Everybody cheered as Nana made her way towards Jinhai. And as she walked, Huian and Serena, who watched her every move, couldn’t help but fell into a trance themselves.

Huian peeked at Shin, but when she saw that he was already looking at her, she quickly averted her gaze in haste. Shin cleared his throat and looked away too.

Just like Huian, Serena, too, stared at Jianyu. She silently clutched her bag, where she had kept the ring she had brought for him. She wasn’t going to bring it with her, but she didn’t know what took over at the last moment that she grabbed the ring box and stuffed it in her bag.

Liang Xiao Dan and Yu Ichika’s eyes rimmed in tears as they saw Nana walking down the aisle.

It was an emotional moment for everyone, especially for Jing, who had painstakingly and single-handedly designed and stitched the wedding gown. The joy in his heart knew no bounds, seeing his beloved sister-in-law in that wedding gown all prepared by him.

As they finally reached, Liang Zou gently placed his daughter’s hand in Jinhai’s palm that was waiting to hold her hand as if he had waited centuries for this moment. Not once did his sight leave Nana. Her eyelashes trembled as she felt his intense and piercing gaze at her.

She wanted to lift her head to look at her husband, but his penetrating gaze made her shy.

Liang Zou said, “Take care of her. Always keep her happy. She is very precious to me.”

Jinhai smiled. “So is she to me.”

They shook hands, and Jinhai understood every single emotion held within that one handshake. As much as it held blessings for them, it also gave a silent warning to him not to make Nana ever sad. Otherwise, he had to be ready to face the consequences.

Jinhai acknowledged and softly nodded, his determined eyes showing his resolve.

Liu Hai said, “You must have already understood what I have to say by watching me walk down the aisle with Nana, right?”

Jinhai looked straight into his eyes. “How can I not? You are her father first. You always will be. You won’t hesitate to dump me in a heartbeat if you want to.”

“That’s my boy,” He grinned and nodded.

Everybody burst into laughter.

Nana held Jinhai’s hand, and their warm breaths hitched for a second.

He took a sharp breath and whispered. “You look beautiful.”

Nana blushed and gently nodded. “And you look handsome.”

Jinhai chuckled. “Shall we?”

She nodded again.

They walked up to the final part of the islet where the officiant was waiting for them.

He spoke, “Welcome, family, friends, and loved ones. We gather here today to celebrate the wedding of Liang Nana and Liu Jinhai. Marriage is a sacred ritual, and this ceremony will witness and affirm the choice you make to stand together as life mates and partners. Liu Jinhai and Liang Nana. Please hold your hands together and always remember this precious moment as you vow to be with each other forever.”

Jinhai and Nana faced each other, a myriad of emotions shining in their eyes. Even in this church present with so many people, they felt they were the only ones in this place. Their hearts raced faster and faster as the most awaited moment was inching closer.

The officiant looked at Jinhai. “Liu Jinhai. Do you take Liang Nana as your rightfully wedded wife?”

“I do.”

His response was instantaneous, clear, and crisp that made everybody chuckle.

The officiant then looked at Nana. “Liang Nana. Do you take Liu Jinhai as your rightfully wedded husband?”

Her voice was soft but just as clear and crisp as Jinhai.

“Yes, I do.”