Before We Knew

by Wasowski, Mary

  “I love you, Benjamin Chapel, and just in case you need a reminder, you have made every dream come true. I will forever be honored to call you my husband and love you always until the end of time.”

  Although the words we just exchanged were not our official vows, they meant so much to us. The church was silent as our family and friends watched our intimate moment up at the altar. The officiant cleared his throat, but again, we ignored him until we heard the sweetest voice call out to us.

  “Uncle Ben, are you going to kiss Aunt Hallie? She looks like a fairy princess.”

  The church was no longer silent as everyone applauded and cheered us on. We both turned and smiled at her. She was beaming as the tiara that adorned the top of her head sparkled all around us.

  “I love you, Hallie,” said Ben, as he placed his hands on my face, drawing me closer just like Prince Charming kissed Cinderella on their wedding day, only their story was a fairytale found in books. Our story was very real, and we were writing our own happy ending. When we parted, he whispered, “Let’s get married, because I plan on kissing my wife for the rest of my life.”

  And as it goes, Ben and I were pronounced husband and wife after the exchange of rings and the wedding vows we planned on saying to each other. He took my hand in his and walked us down the rose-covered aisle with the cheers and applause following us.

  I looked over at Ben, who was wearing the brightest and truest smile I have ever seen. My Ben.

  From the very first moment we met, Ben has never shied away from declaring his love for me. Not a day has gone by that he hasn’t made me feel loved and cherished, and I have a feeling it’s not going to change any time soon.

  The End

  A Note from the Author

  A Note from the Author

  Thank you, readers, for taking the time to read Before We Knew. I hope you enjoyed it as much I loved writing Ben and Hallie’s love story.

  The best way to thank an author is to write and leave a review on the site you purchased this book. Even if it’s a line or two, it’s the best gift I could receive in return. They are always welcomed and appreciated. Thank you for your support.

  All my best,

  Mary

  Acknowledgments

  “Writing is the painting of the voice” by Voltaire.

  I love that quote. It makes me appreciate the gift I’ve been given to have a voice through my words.

  Thank you, God, for giving me the ability to create my art.

  Thank you, to my family who love me unconditionally.

  Thank you, to my friends who never let me fall.

  Thank you, to the talented professionals that make my work come to life.

  Thank you, Joe Marron. My editor. You get me, and I love you for that.

  Thank you, Ava Manello, a new friend who I hope to work with again in the future. Thank you for making the insides of my book look beautiful.

  Thank you, Francessca, @ Francessca’s PR & Design. You are a cover goddess and I love everything you do.

  Thank you, Mindy Guerreiros for always reading my work first and giving me the feedback I need to make it great. The book world would not be what it is without your love and passion for books. Thank you for all that you do but most of all, our friendship and sisterhood.

  And…

  Thank you, to my readers. You mean so much to me. I truly appreciate you reading and supporting my work. Thank you, to my blogger friends. You work incredibly hard for authors in this community. Thank you, for always sharing the love.

  Writing has become an essential part of my soul, and without it, I would be lost. Thank you, for sharing this incredible journey with me.

  Other Books by Mary A. Wasowski

  Forever Series:

  Forever: Book One

  Second Chance at Forever: Book Two

  Our Forever Promise: Book Three

  Happily Forever After: Book Four

  Forever More: Book Five

  Standalone novels:

  A Changed Life

  All Roads Lead Home

  An Unfinished Life

  Return to Kildare

  Revive

  You Belong to Me

  Run

  Broken Dove

  Shane

  About the Author

  Mary A. Wasowski is a best-selling author who writes adult contemporary romance. Best known for her Forever Series, Mary loves creating sexy alpha book boyfriends for you to swoon over. When she is not writing her happily ever after love stories, she is an avid reader of all romance.

  A romantic at heart, she shares her zest for life with her husband, Henry, and their three sons. Proud to be an indie author, she lives in North Carolina and works as a full-time writer.

  Stay in Touch!

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  EMAIL:

  AuthorMaryAWasowski@gmail.com