a classical melody announcing the entrance of the bride and groom, Simon and Ellie walked into the venue hand in hand. Amidst thunderous applause, the couple slowly made their way forward, never letting go of each other's hands.
"Do you swear to respect and love your husband for the rest of your life?"
"Yes, I swear."
Ellie answered in a small but clear voice to the officiant's question. As soon as the bride answered, the officiant immediately asked the groom the same question.
"Do you swear to respect and love your wife for the rest of your life?"
"Yes, I swear to respect and love my wife for the rest of my life. And I will protect her by her side forever."
Hearing Simon's answer, Ellie finally burst into tears. A staff member quickly rushed out to fix Ellie's makeup, but she was overwhelmed with emotion and didn't know what to do.
