Chapter 1 LUNA'S SHATTERED WORLD

THEME : LUNA'S SHATTERED WORLD

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The soft chime of wedding bells echoed through the air as Luna sat in front of the mirror, her heart fluttering with excitement. Today was the day of her wedding, the day she would say "I do" and embark on a new journey with the love of her life.

The makeup artist put the finishing touches on her face, enhancing her natural beauty.

Luna's hazel eyes sparkled, and her lips wore a soft, rosy hue. She couldn't help but smile; everything felt surreal, finally her dream of marrying Louis Farrell was coming to past.

The news of her wedding to Louis Farrell was in everywhere.

Her wedding dress hung nearby, a vision of ivory lace and silk. Luna carefully slipped into it, the fabric hugging her curves in all the right places. The dress was a masterpiece, and she felt like a princess. The dresser helped her fasten the buttons, and when she looked in the mirror, she hardly recognized herself, this radiant bride staring back was a dream come true.

She was looking stunning and beautiful and as well her shoe was one of the best raining shoe in Los Angeles.

Outside the room, her sister buzzed with excitement.

"Luna! Luna ! Luna !" She heard her sister call her name and turned to see Jane who rushed in and was dressed in her elegant and stunning silver dress, shimmering like moonlight.

She came over and stood before Luna. She enveloped Luna in a tight hug.

" God, you're breathtaking!" Jane exclaimed. "I will miss you so much."

Luna smiled and understood her sisters plight as she too was definitely gonna miss her sister too.

She chuckled. "Don't worry, Jane. Your turn will come, and you will find your happily ever after."

" It is about losing my partner in crime. I will miss your jokes, your loud laughter, ." She wiped away a tear. "Promise me you'll visit often," Jane said, her eyes misty. "And your teasing!"

Luna chuckled. "Deal. And don't worry, I will still shout at you from afar."

Luna hugged her sister back. "I will miss you too, Jane.".

They remained for a while and then disengage .

" The car is ready ," Jane smiled.

As they parted, the realization hit them both:

Luna was leaving her old life behind, she was going to start her own family.

"Yeah let's go ion wanna be late either," Luna said and Jane helped her with her bouquet.

The car awaited outside a sleek white Ferrari that would whisk her away to the venue. She glanced at the mirror one last time, her heart racing.

Today, she'd become Mrs. Louis Farrell, and their love story would be etched in Los Angeles history.

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Sally stormed through the opulent mansion, her heels clicking on the marble floor. She had to find Louis. She checked every room, her anger simmering. Where was he? She needed to talk to Louis urgently.

Finally, she reached his private chamber. Louis stood there, adjusting his tie, seemingly unfazed by her dramatic entrance.

Sally's anger flared.

" What am I hearing?" she hissed, her voice sharp. "You're marrying that girl? The daughter of a murderer, the one whose father killed mine and took everything from us? You are leaving me for her?" She balled her fist.

Louis sighed, running a hand through his hair. He knew this confrontation was inevitable.

" Sally, calm down," he said. "This isn't the time to lament."

"Of course it is!" Sally's fists clenched. "I will do whatever it takes to end this marriage."

Louis eyes softened. "I am not doing this to hurt you. It is about revenge, the Rodriguez took everything from us. This marriage is my way of making them pay."

Sally blinked in surprise. "You are doing this for me?"

He nodded. "Leave it to me. I will handle it."

" But what if she finds out?" Sally's concern was genuine. "Shouldn't we plan this more carefully? Or maybe I should help?"

Louis strapped on his wristwatch. "Trust me, Sally. I know how to handle this."

But Sally knew something he didn't. She knew he love Luna so deeply even if he didn't want to admit it and she just didn't know how to make him understand he was making a big mistake but at this point in time. She will definitely interfere in this. She couldn't stand by and watch him make a mistake. She need to protect him from himself.

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The wedding was set to begin, but there was one problem, the groom hadn't shown up.

What's going on?

The guests whispered nervously, and the bride, Luna Rodriguez, stood at the altar, her heart racing. She silently prayed that nothing bad had happened to Louis, her fiancé.

Each and every on of the guest hope that the groom was okay and he would show up for his wedding.

Phones buzzed as people who had Louis number tried to call him, but Louis wasn't answering. The minutes dragged on and it turned to two hours, and Luna's worry grew. Where was he? Was he okay?

Finally, the doors swung open, and Louis rushed in, disheveled and out of breath. The crowd let out a collective sigh of relief. The priest, a kind old man, blessed the moment, grateful that disaster had been averted. Luna was the most excited because her happy day didn't turned to a disaster.

The groom first apologized for his inconvenience and then the wedding proceeded as the priest blessed the couple and it was now time to exchange their wedding vows.

Luna gazed at him, her eyes filled with love. She was about to pledge her forever to this man. The priest turned to her.

" Do you Miss Luna Rodriguez take Mr. Louis Farrell as your lawful wedded husband to hold and behold to love and cherish in sickness and in health, will you love him untill death do you part?" Ask the priest to the bride

Helena smiled, her heart full. "Yes, I do."

The priest then faced Louis "Do you Mr Louis Farrell take Miss Luna Rodriguez as you lawful wedded wife to hold and behold to love and Cherish in sickness and in health, will you love her untill death do you part!" He ask.

Louis eyes locked onto Luna's. He didn't respond. The room held its breath. Was he nervous? But instead of speaking, he just smiled at her.

The priest repeated the question, but Louis remained silent. Luna's joy turned to confusion. Why wouldn't he answer? Was something wrong?

The priest repeated the same question but still the groom never replied and everyone waited patiently to hear him answer to his vow but he never said anything instead he only smiled at his bride.

On the fourth attempt, a gunshot shattered the air. Chaos erupted, the lights flickered, screams echoed, and guests scrambled for safety. world spun. She searched for her groom Louis, desperate to find him and checked if he is okay.

The bride was in devastation as she search for her groom and rescue but to no avail.

But horror awaited her. Her father lay lifeless, her mother stabbed, and her sister dragged away.

"Help me!! Help me please!!" She screamed but like no one cared, no one came to her rescue. Darkness settled over the hall.

Suddenly she got shot on her arm and she lost balance as she fell hard on the floor and groaned in pains.. She held her hand groaning in pain.

Footsteps approached. It was Louis, but there was no sympathy in his eyes. He picked up a flower vase and smashed it against her face.

He smirked at her with an evil glint in his eyes.

" Why?" she whispered, tears streaming down her cheeks.

Louis leaned in, his voice cold. "I got what I wanted long ago. We can never be together because I never loved you. Goodbye, Luna Rodriguez."

He spat on her, leaving her broken and alone. He finally got his revenge while Luna's world shattered as he walked away.

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