It'll Come Naturally

Kevin was dressed to kill, in full military uniform, with order insignias and full-size medals. This was the kind of thing typically worn at ceremonies, official receptions, and other special occasions. Early this morning, he drove out of the military base. He had gotten everything ready yesterday. And the only thing he could do right now was to wait for Leena to tell him of her decision. He took a deep breath and waited for her expectantly.

He thought, 'I know it's moving too fast. We only know each others' names. We don't know each other well, nor have we been introduced to one another's families. Is she the one for me? Am I the one for her? But who cares? I'll leave it up to fate.'

It was still early when he arrived at the Civil Affairs Bureau. There were several couples in line in front of him. And as he expected, no sign of Leena. He thought, 'I'm not sure if she's coming or not. But I promised that I'd wait for her the whole day. I intend to keep that promise.'

People came to the Civil Affairs Bureau in pairs, but he was alone. People stared at him curiously, but he didn't care. He tried to ignore all the inquisitive glances, stared at a spot on the wall and lost himself in thought.

Time was ticking away. He let other couples go ahead of him and smiled back when they expressed their gratitude. He stared at the entryway, as if waiting for Leena to appear.

Leena overslept and totally forgot what she was supposed to do today. She took her time brushing her teeth, washing up and having breakfast. After that, she plopped herself down and began browsing the net. She had several tabs open, including the latest fashion updates and fashion shows she might want to go to. She saw a wedding-themed set and it reminded her. It was almost 2 PM! Startled, she jumped to her feet and got changed in a hurry. She rushed downstairs with her ID card and the Book of Registered Permanent Residence which she stole from her daddy last night.

even still waiting for me? I'm so late! Marrying him is the only way to avoid being sent to Paris by Mr.

stretched his sore legs and mocked himself. He thought, ' She must have cold feet! Well, if I were her, I wouldn't marry so young. I must be insane

and calm. But deep in his heart, he had lost hope. Now,

Porsche parked beside his Hummer. Then a

he recognized her, he smiled sincerely, and thought, 'There she is. It's a bit late, but she's here. That's

recognized Kevin at first sight. No one else would be wearing that eye-catching military uniform, and that slender figure belonged to

of the time, she told the truth. Out of breath, she now carefully watched his face

his and entered the room that he had never set foot in, even after hours of

reading vows, and getting a marriage certificate with an official stamp on it. Without any hesitation, Leena was compliant. She paused to think when she got

ago, we barely knew each other, and now we are