Emerald

"you look stunning Adeline" Ashley said as we stared at my reflection. She looked like she was trying hard not to cry for my sake and I squeezed her hands .

"Thanks"

I was standing in a white slick wedding gown that hugged my side. Revealing all my curves perfectly. I agree I did look pretty but I felt horrible inside so horrible I couldn't believe I was actually doing this.

My whole life I never expecting to end up here at the age of 20 in a wedding gown getting ready to wed someone I just met once.

The painful part was I had nothing to loose but I had a lot gain.

" He's going to melt when he sees you" Ashley said as she giggled. Was she pretending or is she really serious.

"Sure" I said as I sighed walking to seat. My legs where about to give up on me.

"I know you're scared sis and... You actually don't have to do this "

"I actually do you where there" I said. "You heard him it's me , you, or dad's life" I sighed "besides you'll finally live in a big house and you'll go to the school you've always dreamed off and mum..... she'll get proper treatments" I forced a smile as tears threatened to fall.

" Addy..... "

"I'm ok Ash " I smiled and hugged her "let's just stay like this for a while I'll be fine" I said not letting her go.

Knock knock

Who dares interrupt our sisterly bonding.

Ashley stood up and went to the door. I stared ahead into the large mirror. From the distance, I looked happy I looked pleased I looked excited which was perfect cause this was how I was supposed to look.

"Addy it's from mum " Ashley said as she brought the box. My heart leaped as I ripped the box.

I slowly opened it and it was a jewelry box. Attached to it was note with her beautiful handwriting.

' Princess,

My lovely child. I know you never wanted this. I don't want this for you too and I'll forever feel the pain of nit being able to help you. My daughter you're the strongest girl I know and I know you can handle this.

I hope this wedding brings you more fortune than misery.

Love

Your mother....

Ps: this was the necklace your grandma gave to me on my wedding and I hope you pass it down to your daughter someday '

My eyes watered as I took out the necklace from the box. It a gold chain with an emerald pendant.

"It's so pretty" Ashley chimed and I nodded

"I know..... it's perfect" she helped me put on the necklace and I admired it.

This became my source of strength the necklace gave me hope that everything would be better.

The walk down the isle was the hardest walk I've ever taken in my life. My whole body felt heavy as I walked down the dammed isle.

My dad smiled sweetly as he took my arm which made me disgusted and angry. How dare he.

He sold me like nothing to a man for his stupid decisions and greed and now he's smiling, well I guess he's really happy he hit the jackpot.

I wanted to cry and scream no but it wasn't possible.

"Be good" my dad said as he pushed me towards Emilio.

I sighed as my husband to be took my arms and led me to the altar.

The bitterness I felt as we where saying the vows was beyond. I could taste the distaste on my tongue as I said "I do" Ashley kept giving me thumbs up assuring me I was doing well.

After everything, I was led to a car by guards.

"Where are we going?" I asked one of the men.

"The reception ma'am" i sighed as I relaxed in my seat.

"Hey!" Ashley said through the window and my face lit up.

"Get in here! " The guard opened the door and she got in.

"I bet your reception would be wonderful" Ashley gushed and I shook my head.

" What do you expect it's the Estefan family we're talking about "

"You sound so hateful sis chill" Ashley shook her head and I relaxed.

"Yeah well it's not everyday you find yourself married to a mafia"

"Well I would love to" she said beneath her breathe

"Oh my ...look at you loving the luxury" I scoffed. " You would've married him instead "

"Well.... I mean he wanted you " I shook my head and laughed as she laughed along. I haven't laughed like this in a long time.

The car suddenly stopped as I took in a deep breathe I haven't met the family members of Emilio and I was scared shitless.

The guard led I and Ashley through the red carpet with very beautiful flowers at each side. I walked slowly towards the door.

There where some people at the front including my husband. On getting there, I recognized his father Don Carlos. He was well known and we'll... Feared

"Hm.... Nice one you got Emilio" his father said as he took my hands in his. He gently placed a kiss on my hands as he smiled at me. I returned it as I turned to look at my husband who looked at me with pride.

" Of course Dad" Emilio smiled at me like a trophy which I didn't like. Well I didn't like anything at this moment.

After a lot of awkward greetings, I finally sat my ass down. Ashley was right beside as I watched people have the time of thier lives. Laughing happily and jumping.

I seated at the bridal table with my husband beside me. Who didn't say a single word to me.

"Addy!" Ashley ran to me as she pulled me off my feet "our song!!!" She screamed as she dragged me. I didn't notice that 'solo dance ' by Martin Jensen . I laughed as I let her drag me to the dance floor .

I song made me feel a little bit alive as I screamed and danced. Ashley held my hips and guided me as I danced.

"You're not gonna disgrace me" She laughed as I nearly fell off. Unlike me, her sexy red strapless gown stopped mid thigh gave her more freedom to dance. My long gown was making my movements very slow.

The song ended and I wrapped my arms around her. I drew her close to me as we slowed dance.

"You have to admit Addy he's hot" Ashley said in my ears.

"Oh please"

"Come on and.... He's looking at you like a snack" I scoffed but I can't deny the blush creeping up my cheeks. " You love it" I rolled my eyes and be began to giggle.

"Visit ok.."

"Of course Addy you think I won't want to see my best sister?" She said

"I'm your only sister" i laughed .

"My point exactly" .

"May I?" A new voice said that made halt. I turned and it was Emilio. Ashley smiled as she left.

We began to move to the best of the song in complete silence which was choking me.

"You know. ...all your life you've been trash" Emilio said suddenly in my ears.

"What?" I asked shocked both by his words and his voice.

" Now...." He ignored me. "you'll be treated like a queen"