The Lasting Vows

𝖂𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐓𝐇

ʟɪᴠᴇʟʟɪɴᴇss ᴏғ ғᴇᴇʟɪɴɢs

Dressed in my see-through white top, shorts, and a white bikini underneath, I admired my reflection in the vanity mirror.

My red hair cascaded down my shoulders, and my lips, naturally plump, were enhanced by a touch of lip balm.

With the bright noon sunlight streaming in through the window, I answered my ringing phone.

"Hello?" I greeted.

"Celeste, are you there already?" Eya's voice came through the line.

"Not yet, I'm still preparing," I replied.

"We're almost at Javier's," she informed me.

"Wow, you really convinced Haux, huh?" I teased her.

Eya laughed on the other end of the call. "Of course, nothing can stop me. I'll end the call now so you can hurry up."

"Fine, fine," I chuckled before she ended the call.

Applying a bit more lip balm to make my lips shine, I smiled at my reflection. "Perfectly pretty," I thought to myself.

Grabbing my bag, I made sure I had everything I needed for the day. After all, who knew if I might need to change outfits? Better to be prepared. I winked at my reflfection in the mirror.

Heading down the stairs, I found that no one's home besides our maids and uncle Victor.

Mom and Dad had already left for the site where Dad was planning to begin construction on his new building. Their dedication to the family business never ceased to amaze me.

As our driver navigated towards Javier's estate, I took in the picturesque scene unfolding before me.

The grand front porch framed by lush greenery and towering trees, with the beacon of a lighthouse casting its enchanting glow in the distance, left me breathless.

As we approached the gates, my heart skipped a beat at the sight of two figures standing there. One bore a striking resemblance to Matthias, but with lighter features, while the other exuded a tall and commanding presence.

Stepping out of the car, I felt a rush of self-consciousness as their surprised gazes fell upon me.

Did I really look that ugly? I quickly reassured myself and approached them, only for Matthias to emerge from the mansion and gently relieve me of my bag.

"Celeste," he greeted warmly, his presence instantly calming my nerves.

"H-hi," I stammered in reply, feeling a mix of excitement and apprehension swirling within me.

"Perfect timing," Matthias remarked, flashing me a reassuring smile.

He guided me along a shortcut from their mansion to the tranquil clear pond nearby.

I spotted Eya already splashing around in the clear pond with Haux.

"Hiiii!" Eya's cheerful wave and shout greeted me.

"Hellooo," I responded, returning the wave with a smile.

As I watched, Haux playfully doused Eya with water before swimming away, prompting her to give chase. Their laughter echoed across the water, and I couldn't help but laugh at them.

Matthias stood up beside me after putting my things in the table.

"T-thank you for inviting me," I expressed my gratitude, feeling a hint of nervousness lingering in my voice.

"No problem, baby," he responded with gentle warmth, his eyes meeting mine with a tender gaze that sent a flutter through my heart.

The guys I saw earlier at the mansion were having a good laugh behind Matthias's back, teasing him playfully.

"I had no idea you had this side, bro," chuckled the blond-haired guy.

"Come on, at least introduce us," chimed in another.

The other two joined in with laughter, their resemblance suggesting they were related. Matthias shook his head, still laughing, as he proceeded to introduce each of them.

"This is Zachariah Alton Javier," he said, nodding towards the blond.

"And this is Dylan Frix Javier," he continued, indicating the black-haired guy with a silver piercing.

"That's Gabriel Ruis Javier," he pointed to the one who had begun eating by the pond.

"And lastly, this is Liam Alexander Javier, they're my cousins. Guys this is Celeste Yvette Morgan" he concluded, with a smile.

Though they all had a mature demeanor, Liam stood out as the youngest, radiating an endearing charm.

I nodded "Nice to meet you all," I greeted them with a smile.

They all are good looking are they some F5 or something. Goodness.

"Nice to meet you too, Engr. Haves Daughter." Liam while shaking hands with me.

"Likewise," they chorused in response, each offering a friendly nod and wave.

Matthias, still chuckling, glanced at me with an apologetic look before gesturing towards the pond.

"Shall we?" he suggested, leading the way with a reassuring hand on my shoulder.

They were busy swimming, so I decided to sit down for a moment in the spot where I had first got here before.

Matthias joined me, settling in behind me and wrapping his arms around my waist. I can feel the warmth of his body, which somehow relaxes me.

Looking up at him, I couldn't help but reminisce. "Remember the first time I got here and ended up in this exact position?"

He smirked. "You looked so scared that day."

I shook my head, playfully defending myself. "Because!"

"Am I that scary to you, huh?" he teased.

I laughed at his question. "I guess?"

We remained like that at the moment, while their playful faces were pointing at us.