Crystal's POV
On my way back home, I can't stop thinking about that squared envelope.. Right as I was getting to it, Jai called me. So I didn't get to see who sent it. I get home and I see the girls beat me to the envelope but I wonder why they all look so dumbfounded. "What happened? Why do you all have those faces? As if you guys just seen a ghost."
"Oh thank god you're okay!" Say all the girls... But I'm standing here wondering why I wouldn't be okay, when Esmeralda says, "We all thought you went to see that lunatic!" I scratch my head and give them a weird look, "what lunatic? I went to go see Jai!" Jasmin began to talk, "that crazy fucker, L...." But then Thalia cut her off, "you know what, never mind! Just don't worry about it," I said okay and we all sat down to eat breakfast.
Hours Later:
As I'm cleaning the house I remembered about the envelope and asked the girls what it was. They told me it wasn't for us that the mailman must have accidentally put it with our mail.
Narrators POV
The girls head outside and begin to talk. They all agree it's best not to tell Crystal that Luis sent her an invitation for a welcome home party he's having next week. No matter how innocent he made him self look, they all believe he's a psycho who really wants to hurt Crystal. If he gets the chance to do it, there's no doubt in their minds that he'll kill her.
Month's Later:
Omar's POV
I can't believe my wedding is around the corner. I'm happy, excited, nervous. Everything you can think of. I dial my loves number and press the call button, "Hi baby!"
"Hey my love, I'm taking you out tonight when I get off work okay? So be ready by 7."
"Okay handsome!"
"I'll call you when I'm on my way princess,"
I'm about to hang up when she says, "Omar?"
"Yeah babe?"
"I can't believe our wedding is in a month"
I laugh," well you better believe it.. Or what? Don't tell me your having second thoughts about it?"
"Omar, I love you... And you know that, but I don't know if I'm ready for this.."
I freeze. I think my heart just broke a little. I don't know what to say. "I-I... I understand it's a big step. And if you aren't ready then we won't do it."
"Well don't sound so sad now, I'm sorry for doing this.. I just wanted to know how you would react... You know I love you and I'm beyond sure that in a month I'll be saying 'I do'.."
"Crystal!!"
"What!?" She giggles. And I begin to laugh.
"You scared me for a second. I thought you were serious. I mean you said it like you actually meant it."
"Well yeah babe that was the whole point, so you wouldn't know I was kidding. I mean you know how hard it was for me not to laugh? Baby, Te amo con todo mi corazón.(I love you with all my heart.)"
"Just for that wait for tonight.. You're going to get it... Y tu sabes que te amo mas que ayer, menos de mañana, y te amaré por siempre princesa. (And you know that I love you more than yesterday, less than tomorrow, and I'll love you forever princess.)"
"Ooo, you sound so seductive.. What are you gonna do spank me? Kuz if you are, I might like that." She starts laughing, "and this is why I love you so! You make me so happy baby! I can't wait to walk down the isle and say I do."
"Don't be giving me any ideas now baby.. Or you know what, give me ideas! Tonight will be unforgettable... I can't wait for that day either mi amor (my love) you make me the happiest guy in the universe."
"Well get back to work babe! I'll see you tonight! I love you tons! Mwuahh and drive careful when you're on your way! It's raining."
"Okay babe! I love you more!"
Crystal's POV
It seems like only yesterday we had a month before my wedding.. And now the big day is tomorrow! I'm so excited and happy and nervous. I feel all sorts of ways that I can't begin to explain.. I've been so stressed this whole month making sure everything would be perfect. All this stress has caused me to be late.. It makes me wonder if it's the stress or if I could be... No, I don't think so, it has to be the stress.. I mean everything had to be perfect for my perfect day.. I should probably go to sleep because I have to be up early tomorrow.
December 6th 2014 at 10AM:
My hair and makeup is finally done and now it's time to put on my wedding dress. I still remember like it was yesterday when I went wedding dress shopping with the girls. It was so hard to decide which dress I wanted, but then when I seen myself in this one, I cried and it made the girls cry too.. And that's how I knew this was the one. A simple strapless dress, fitted from the top and loosens at the bottom half. At first I wasn't sure if I wanted something simple or something that was flashy. But when I put this dress on, even though it was simple, it was also elegant and very beautiful. It was perfect for me. I remember the girls telling me I looked beautiful, stunning, etc. I almost cried again, but I held in my tears because I didn't wanna ruin my makeup.
By 11am we get to the church. I'm so nervous I feel butterflies in my stomach. As my dad walks me down the aisle I feel everyone staring at me in Awe and then my eyes meet Omar's and he smiles and tears begin to form in his eyes. This is it, I'm finally going to marry the love of my life.
My dad hands me over to Omar. With tears in his eyes and a smile my dad says, "take care of my beautiful princess."
"I will," says Omar as he takes my hand.
"I love you dad!" And even though he's not my blood dad, he's only my step father, I see him as if he was my real dad, and I love him because since I was 3 he's been there for me and I could never thank him enough for loving me as if I was actually his real daughter. I also love my real dad and even though he's not physically here I know that spiritually he is here and also walked me down the aisle, I'm sure he even cried because his only daughter, his little princess has grown up. I close my eyes and whisper, "I love you dad." And as I open my eyes, I saw him, standing by the priest, and by his side was also my uncle Serafin and my Grandpa. They were all smiling at me and then they began to fade. I couldn't help but let a tear fall from my eye and just smile.
"You are honestly the most beautiful girl I have ever met in this world. You have left me speechless," Omar says to me. I smile at him, "you don't stay far behind, you look absolutely handsome."
Omar's POV
I couldn't help but be in Awe when I saw Crystal walking down the aisle. She's beyond beautiful. She seems too good to be true. I can't believe I got so lucky! I love this girl more than anything and I would do anything for her.
Jai's POV
Crystal is so beautiful. I can't stop staring at her. Her beauty goes on beyond words to be able to describe. Today, I'll have to say goodbye to this love that will never be more than friend love.
Luke's POV
I don't think I've ever seen so many people left in Awe until today. I don't blame them. I mean Crystal is a true beauty! She looks amazing. I wish her and Omar the best. They truly make each other happy.
Beau's POV
Within these crazy months me and Crystal have actually gotten pretty close. She calls me her big brother and I've grown to see her as a little sister. I realized that we could never be and holding on would only make it worse. I learned to let go and move on and I'm actually happy to have her in my life as a friend, a little sister. She's an amazing person and she deserves all this happiness and more.
Desiree's POV
Crystal picked me to be her maid of honor and I was honored. I tried my hardest not to cry but I couldn't help it. My big sister is getting married and she looks more beautiful than ever. I'm so happy for her.
Esmeralda's POV
My big cousin is getting married. I still can't believe it. Seems like just yesterday we were all just a bunch of kids running around playing hide-and-seek, freeze tag, tag, getting into trouble for doing things we shouldn't have been doing. This is a bittersweet moment. I can't help but smile and cry.
Jasmin's POV
I always end up crying like a baby, but I can't help it. Crystal and Omar are what you'd call the perfect couple. They're so cute together and I'm happy that they're finally tying the knot! Crystal is the best person in the world and I'm not only saying this because she's my cousins, I'm saying it because it's true. Omar really hit the lottery with my cousin.
Thalia's POV
Freaking Crystal, making me cry and shit. Oh how I love this girl! Seeing her happy makes me happy. We were so weird when we were little not like the weird kids but what I mean is we didn't use to talk to each other when we would go visit each other until the next day. I know, weird. Haha. As we got older that changed and it's crazy to say we're all grown up now. *sniffs* I've seen her at her worst and she truly is a strong girl. She's been through hell. And now she's beyond happy, she deserves this more than anyone. I can't believe this is actually happening though. It's just crazy to think that we're all grown up when it seems like just yesterday we were still little kids.
Fabiola's POV
She's finally getting her happy ever after with her King. It's like a novel but it's real life. They're perfect for each other. They bring out the best in each other and you could just tell they were created for one another. I wipe away my happy tears even though more just keep coming.
Destiny's POV
My ride or die. Ahhh it's so crazy to see she's getting married. I feel like just yesterday we were still in high school. I've always told her she deserves the best and I can honestly say Omar is the best. He treats her like the queen she is to him. I love her and I'm happy to see her genuinely happy. I can't help but think about the day I walk down the aisle to Martin standing at the Alter waiting for me. Oh have we all grown already. A few tears escape my eyes.
Samantha's POV
I still can't believe my best friend and my cousin are getting married. Crystal looks breathe taking and Omar looks so handsome. I'm so happy for both of them. When they dated in high school, I was scared things would go bad and maybe ruin mine and Crystals friendship but I realized that me and Crystal are more sisters than anything and we wouldn't let not even my cousin breakup our friendship. When things went down hill it sucked to see Crystal so depressed and it sucked to know Omar was hurting too. They both got through it and neither knew that one day life would have brought them back together. You know what they say, "if you love something set it free.. If it comes back it was always yours." I guess God made them for each other. They both deserve each other and to be extremely happy.
Narrator's POV
The Priest begins the ceremony: "As Crystal and Omar take their vows today, we are privileged to witness the joyous love of a new start -- a new start that will be nourished and nurtured through the devoting of two separate individuals growing together through the common bonds of love.
May their marriage bring them the peace, joy, comfort, and contentment that is known in the hearts of all God's children. And may Omar and Crystal both look forward to each new season of their marriage --- just as the world looks forward to each new season of the year. For all seasons bring with them their own special moments and memories. An essential requirement of a good marriage is a strong bond of real friendship and trust. Crystal and Omar, your love for each other will grow deeper with every passing day, but it's important to remember that your love stands on a foundation of genuine, mutual affection and respect for each other. To truly love another person is to be willing to accept both their strong points and their weak points, with equal measures of understanding and respect.
The vows you are about to exchange, will serve as a verbal representation of the nonverbal emotions that are as real as any thing that can be seen, heard, or touched. For it is not the words that you speak today that will bond you together as one --- but the strength of the love and commitment found deep within your souls.
If anyone here has any reasons as to why these two should not be joined in Holy Matrimony, let him speak now or forever hold his peace.
Let us pray.
At this time, I'll ask you, Omar, and you, Crystal, to face each other and take each others hands.
Omar, do you take Crystal to be your wife, your partner in life, and your one true love? Do you cherish her friendship and love her today, tomorrow, and forever? Do you trust and honor her, laugh with her and cry with her? Do you take her to be faithful to her through good and bad times, in sickness and in health, rich or poor, as long as you both shall live?"
"I do" says Omar as he looks at Crystal with so much love and affection.
"Crystal, do you take Omar to be your husband, your partner in life, and your one true love? Do you cherish his friendship and love him today, tomorrow, and forever? Do you trust and honor him, laugh with him and cry with him? Do you take him to be faithful to him through good and bad times, in sickness and in health, rich or poor, as long as you both shall live?"
"I do" Crystal says with a smile looking at Omar as tears are coming out of her eyes.
"I now pronounce you husband and wife. Omar, you may kiss your bride."
Omar wipes away Crystal's tears he tells her how beautiful she is and how much he loves her and then kisses her with so much love and passion that everyone could see and feel the love they have for each other. Everyone begins to clap and a few people wipe away their tears.
Crystal's POV
Who knew I could cry so much out of happiness? Everyone was hugging us and telling us congratulations. From here we head out to go take pictures. Some with just Omar and me and others with the bridesmaids and me, Omar with the groomsmen, then a few with all of us, and several of us being silly. I have to say that today has been the best day of my life so far and I can't wait to spend the rest of my days with Omar.
Omar's POV
I don't think I've ever been this happy in my life. Crystal brings out the best in me and I love her with every thing I've got. I'm not lying when I say I would do anything for her! After we take our pictures we all go to the reception. Everyone sits down and the DJ plays A Thousand Years by Christina Perri and me and Crystal begin to dance. "I love you, Omar more than anything. It's hard to explain but you'll never know just how much I love you or how much you mean to me," I wipe away her tears as we're dancing and I'm about to say something when we all here someone shout out, "CRYSTAL!"
He has a gun and my first reaction as he pulls the trigger and starts shooting is to push Crystal out of the way and stand in the place she was.... Everyone is screaming.
Crystal's POV
Omar pushed me out of the way and i fall to the ground as gun shots are fired. I get up and run to Omar. He's full of blood and I grab him onto me, I begin to scream, "OMAR!!! OMAR!!! Baby, look at me! Wake up! Baby!!!" He then opens his eyes, looks at me and smiles. "Why did you do that? That wasn't meant for you!"
"I-I love you, Crystal.. I told you I would do anything for you and that included dying for you.. Just know that no matter what I've always loved you and I'll always love you. Even in death I'll keep loving you..."
"Don't say that.. Please don't say that! Please don't leave me.. Please"
"If today is my last day, I want you to know that today has been the best day of my life, I feel so blessed to have been able to marry the love of my life and even if it's my last day, I'll die happy because I got to be with you and I got to promise you love for eternity! You're amazing, a true beauty!"
I can't stop crying, this just can't be happening. I look up and see the cops are arresting Luis... This is all my fault! It's my fault that Omar is in the situation right, it's my fault for two reasons.. The ambulance gets here and I ride in the ambulance with him.. I never let go of his hand! "Crystal..." "Yeah babe?"
"Can you sing to me one last time?"
"Yeah baby of course... But this won't be the last time.."
I begin to sing dreaming of you by Selena.
Omar's POV
I know that soon I won't be with her physically anymore and I hate myself for leaving her because I know how much she's going to suffer, I know how much pain she's going to be in because if it was the other way around, I would want to die than to be here without her, but I hope she isn't thinking that. I hope she'll be strong enough for the both of us. I don't want to let go with her here.. I don't want her to see me pass.. When the nurses take me to the back, the moment Crystal lets go of my hand, that's the exact moment I let go of my life..
Crystal's POV
All of us are outside in the waiting room waiting for a doctor to come out and tell us what's going on. Omar's mom is hugging me, she's being strong enough for the both of us right now, when it should be me being strong for both of us.. He's her son and she's the one comforting me.. The doctor comes out, "Castellanos Family?"
We all get up and walk towards him..
"How is he?"
"I'm so sorry to say that he did not make it."
I stare blankly at the ceiling.. Did I hear him correctly? I couldn't have possibly heard him correctly... Or he has to have the wrong family... Omar can't be dead! He just can't be dead... Tears falling out of my eyes and I fall to the ground. Everyone is crying, everyone is in pain.. But i don't think I could live with this pain, I can't. His mom hugs me and cries with me. I look at her and I want to say something but nothing comes out of my mouth, so she speaks instead, "I know Hun, I know.. Don't say anything.." She just hugs me tighter.. I want to wake up from this nightmare already!
After saying out last goodbyes to Omar in the hospital, we all go home.... Just a month ago I was planning our wedding and now, now I have to plan his funeral.. How is this even possible?