“You may kiss your bride.” I heard the wedding officiator say to Gio with a smile, and he wasted no time in hooking his arms around my waist and pulling me close to him, before softly placing his lips on mine. I felt my heart melt at his touch. I don’t think I have felt happier than I do today. Gio tilts his head to look at me, an affectionate smile upon his face. “You are looking beautiful, new dress?” he questions with a wink. I playfully shrug. “Ah, you know, just something I picked up.” Gio brings his lips back to mine, to cheers from our friends and colleagues who had come to witness us become husband and wife. I still cannot believe Gio had wanted me to be his wife… I feel him softly take my hand, as he begins to lead me down the aisle, all our friends smiling at us, and throwi