Her Return, His Regret novel Chapter 123

The most expensive ballroom was booked for Ryan and Lora’s wedding.

Ryan had promised to make it grand and he didn’t disappoint.

About a thousand people were invited and ninety percent of them were high society figures from all over the world. The rest were close friends and family, together with different media houses who were there to cover the whole event.

Even world stars were invited to sing at the event, making it the most expensive wedding in the century.

Everyone in the city, the country and all over the world knew one Ryan Kingsley, billionaire and CEO of the Kingsley Group was to wed Lora Davis, CEO of Davis & Co., also, a billionaire herself.

The hall looked breathtaking with simple but stunning deco. Rows of gold and white chairs adorned with floral arrangements framed the aisle, leading to an arch draped in white roses a the altar.

Crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling, casting a warm, ethereal glow over the place.

Ryan stood at the altar, feeling nervous as he waited for his bride. His dark hair was neatly styled, and his grey eyes focused solely on the golden doors at the end of the aisle, wanting to be the first one to see Lora when the doors opened.

His heart raced in anticipation and when the music changed, he could feel his stomach twist with nerves.

The doors opened and his breath caught in his throat when he saw Lora walking in. He had seen her in the wedding dress already but right now, she looked like an angel that had descended from heaven.

Ethan and Ella walked down the aisle after the bridesmaids. Ethan held a whiteboard which had the words, [Here comes Daddy’s bride.]

At the same time, Ella was the flower girl and she scattered petals of white roses on the gold carpet for her mother to step on.

Ryan couldn't help but shed a few tears. Lora looked ravishing… more beautiful than he had ever seen her.

Their eyes met through Lora’s veil and the world seemed to fade away, sparks flying around them as they drowned into each other's gazes.

When Jack and Lora arrived at the altar, Ryan approached them and stretched his hand towards Lora.

Jack placed Lora’s hand into Ryan’s before giving him a hard gaze, saying, “Take care of my daughter, Ryan. She’s precious to me.”

Ryan nodded firmly as he promised, “I will, Dad. She’s my life.”

Lora stepped forward, her eyes never leaving Ryan’s as he led her forward. Her heart raced as she thought, this was it- today she would exchange vows with this man.

She would promise to love him and only him until death does them part. It was a special day because despite being married already, they only signed a certificate without exchanging vows.

Ryan unveiled Lora, his eyes sparkling as he wiped her tears. He leaned in, kissing her eyes, her nose, and her cheeks before claiming her lips with a tenderness and passion that drew cheers and applause from the guests.

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The reception was held at another grand ballroom later in the evening and the air buzzed with celebration.

It was time to socialise so the guests dined on delicious food and toasted champagne to the newly-weds.

When it was time for the speeches, the MC suddenly announced, “I have a request from the groom’s mother. She wants to say something.”

Ryan and Lora glanced at each other before looking at the stage. Ryan clenched his hands into fists when he saw Celeste going to the stage.

“What is she up to now?” He asked through gritted teeth before glaring at his father who seemed to be as confused as him.

“Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for coming to Ryan’s wedding. At this moment, I would like to announce that we are going to have a special guest, it’s also going to be a surprise to the family,” Celeste said proudly as she glanced at the entrance. “Please, welcome, Jason Anderson Kingsley, the second heir of the Kingsley Group.”

The hall fell into dead silence just as the doors opened and a young man majestically walked into the hall.