“Now it's the bride’s turn!" The priest announced.
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I picked up his ring and got ready to speak
"My beloved Raul, I promise to love and honor you, to stand by your side through all of life's ups and downs, to support your passions, and to be your partner in every sense of the word. I vow to be your confidante, your friend, and your soulmate, to laugh with you, cry with you, and build a life together that is filled with love, joy, and happiness. I choose you today, and every day, to be my husband, my rock, and my forever love. I love you now and forever.”
I wore the ring on his finger and everyone cheered on, clapping their hands and whistling with their mouths.
"By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife.” the priest announced and once again, everyone clapped and whistled.
Things went well for a while and I was beginning to feel at ease and to find my peace a bit. But, just when I thought I would finally get my peace in full, a lady, a strange one at that, appeared from the entrance of the aisle, and walked really fast, approaching the altar where Raúl and I stood.
“ I'm here to speak in opposition to this union, and I request to be heard!”