The church was beautifully decorated with flowers. There were no runners allowed in the church due to the cobblestone floors, but in every other way, the church was superb.
Hayley was just getting into her wedding dress. Her hair and makeup were expertly done and her dress was a dropped waist, hand embroidered crystal and silk bodice with a tulle exaggerated couture skirt. As Matthew entered the room, his breathe caught and a tear sprang into his eyes. Hayley looked more beautiful than he had ever seen her.
As Matthew watched, the finishing touches were added; Jake's mother's veil matched perfectly with her dress and Helen's tiara was the final piéce de resistance.
Hayley gazed expectantly at her parents for their approval. Helen blotted the tears from her eyes so as not to smear her make-up. She went to Hayley and kissed her cheek. "You look absolutely stunning my darling daughter."
Matthew stared at Hayley speechless, but his dick was rising at the thought that he would be the one to take that dress off her body.
***
Security at the church was tight. The First Lady of the Land, Katherine Adams arrived with the President's chief of staff, Michael Worthington and his husband Eric and the secret service. There were busses waiting outside the church to take most of the guests to the reception in Long Island.
Jake arrived at the church and was taken through a side entrance to a small room where he could gather his nerves and have some water. Nate put his arm around his brother. "It's almost over and you'll be a married man."
Jake smiled. Henry entered the room. Jake stood and embraced his dad, "Well son, the day has arrived. I'm sure you can't wait to meet your bride at the altar. Hayley is a wonderful glad and we are proud to welcome her to the family."
Jake hugged his father again and he agreed that Hayley was indeed wonderful.
***
Collin and his team were ready. Helen was spirited across the street to the church. Nate walked her to her seat as Jonah walked Susan to hers. The church was packed. There were celebrities, friends and family the rich and the not so rich. Monica Casey was there as was Hugh Jackman and his wife; Several Senators, the Mayor of New York and former Mayor Michael Bloomberg and several Supreme Court Justices. Stephanie Stone and Anna Stone were there, Brian was not, he was at Bitzy's mansion with his staff preparing the dinner. Miriam was in attendance, but her husband Lance was at home because he was banned. He asked her to take lots of pictures.
Frederick was there along with Marvina. Most of the entire Cassidy clan had descended from every part of the world. Blake and Valentina Black were sitting next to Lady Chadwell who congratulated them on their marriage. Lord and Lady Chadwell were sitting with Mason who couldn't wait to see Daniela in her bridesmaid's dress.
Jake had asked Mason to be groomsmen, but he declined. He was concerned about Daniela and wanted to ensure that if they had to leave he could just take her without any notice. He was worried they would be so far away from the hospital out in Long Island, but Dr. Heart was in attendance so Mason felt better.
***
Collin moved Hayley onto the private elevator at the Waldorf towers with her bridesmaids. His staff was waiting downstairs along with security who would escort Hayley into the church. Hayley insisted on going through the front door. She knew there were crowds outside waiting to see her dress and she was going to allow them.
The sky outside was beautiful. It was as if the heavens wanted this to be the perfect July day for Hayley's wedding. It was a crisp 75 degrees and a light breeze was blowing.
Film crews waited outside as did throngs of people wanting to catch a glimpse of the bride. They started applauding as Hayley walked across the street. Collins staff held her dress and train. The Cassidy's were paying the city for the added police security. The Police Captain and one other police officer received a kiss on the cheek from the bride who thanked them for keeping her safe.
Film crews and paparazzi took photos. A young girl about seven got through the barricade and handed Hayley a rose. She handed it to Collin and asked him to put it in her bouquet. Hayley walked up the steps to the front door of the church. She stopped and turned around. A light breeze blew and the sun hit her in just the right spot, the photographer who took the photo sold it to every newspaper in the country. The headline on the Daily News read, "Angelic Heiress on Her Wedding Day."
The photo made Hayley look like a beautiful angel. At the Vatican prayers were said for her soul; prayers of thanksgiving for her sacrifice. At the White House, the vice president was still upset over the question mark. He looked at it nearly every day hoping it would disappear. The President took some time from his day to watch the feed from the wedding. He grinned as he saw his wife.
The front doors of the church were closed the inner doors were also closed. Jake was informed that his bride had arrived. The Reverend Forbes Mansfield who had christened Hayley was standing at the top of the altar waiting for her.
The door opened and the bridesmaids walked down the aisle. Daniela looked lovely in her silver gown as she walked down the aisle with her bouquet of lilacs, roses and lily of the valley. She looked regal in her maternity gown, her burgeoning belly protruding in front. Samantha followed her and she winked at Brandon as she made it to the front of the altar.
The rest of the bridesmaids followed; Mary, Denise, Quinn and 3 of Hayley's friends from college.
Finally, the wedding march played and the doors opened to reveal Hayley standing down the aisle a radiant expression on her veiled face, holding on to her father's arm. Matthew whispered to her, "Ready?"
Hayley nodded, "I can't wait." And they began their trip down the aisle.
In an unplanned move, Jake met them halfway down the aisle and Matthew, a little reluctantly put her hand in Jake's as Matthew lifted her veil and kissed her cheek. Her father settled the veil back on Hayley's face and Jake led her the rest of the way down the aisle. Matthew went to sit beside Helen in the front row, tears streaming down his face. Helen handed him a handkerchief.
The Reverend read the vows and then Jake and Hayley each had something to say to each other.
"Hayley, I have loved you for a very long time. We've been through a great many things together, but our love has remained strong. I'm looking for many happy years together. I just hope that when my time comes, that I go before you because I could not live my life without you in it." Jake said.
Hayley was teary eyed and a bit nervous as she said to Jake, "My entire life was missing something or should I say someone, my life was missing you. I've had much joy since I met you and I've found myself and the woman I am. I never thought I would ever meet someone as caring, considerate and loving as you. You are my world. Your family has welcomed me with open arms and I especially am grateful to your sister, Mary for introducing us. She is now my sister and I am very happy. I love you."
The Reverend Mansfield blessed the rings; hers was a diamond wedding band while his was a platinum and titanium wedding band. Jake placed the ring on her finger, she placed his on his left finger, and they were pronounced man and wife.
"You may now kiss your bride." Said the Reverend and Jake lifted her veil completely off her face and kissed her deeply and with great passion. Hayley wrapped her arms around his neck. Everyone in attendance cheered.
"May I present to you, Mr. & Mrs. Jacob Harrison-Cassidy." Reverend Mansfield announced and applause erupted.
Flashes from cameras and cell phones as well as the photographers hired and videographer captured the event. Hayley and Jake were both grinning from ear to ear.
Everyone was looking at the bride and groom, but Mason was looking at Daniela. Just as they started to go up the aisle, Daniela felt a gush of water and looking down; she realized her water had broken. Mary gasped. Mason said to his parents, "Daniela's water's broke; we have to get her to the hospital."
Mason moved to her side. Luckily the pain hadn't started. Daniela whispered to Mary, "Don't say anything until after the reception has started. I don't want to take away from Hayley's day. Get Frederick and tell him to meet us at the hospital." Mary nodded and continued down the aisle where she found Frederick and whispered in his ear. Frederick jumped in a taxi and got to the hospital before Daniela arrived.
Catherine Chadwell, followed by her husband Thomas helped Mason. Mason whispered to his father, "Mother and I have this. You go to the reception. Make sure that Matthew gets there. We are going to call the doctor and take her to the hospital."
Lord Thomas agreed and left as Mason and his mother helped Daniela out a side entrance. Samantha noticed them leaving and grabbed Thomas. "Is she in labor?"
"Please don't tell your father; Daniela doesn't want to spoil Hayley's day. We'll tell him later." Thomas said and Samantha agreed.
***
Daniela was rushed to the hospital. Her labor was ten minutes apart and she was breathing as she had learned from the Lamaze classes she and Mason took. Mason was helping her with the breathing and timing the contractions as Lady Catherine held her hand.
The doctor was ready when they arrived and immediately took Daniela into her private room. Daniela had asked for Frederick and Lady Catherine as well as Mason to be with her when she delivered so they were given scrubs and entered the room.
Daniela's contractions were increasing and she was eight centimeters dilated. "You're doing great," said the doctor. "We need you to get to ten and then you'll be ready to push."
Mason was nervous, as was Frederick. "Daughter, are you sure you want me to stay?" said her father looking pale.
"Yes papa, please, I want you to see your grandchildren being born." She said taking his hand.
