Wedding My Eds Uncle Chapter 1 We're Done +2 Bonus Kade Domont sat in the tax a little grin on her face as she texted Alton Graves [ Me Not landed , I'll be at City Hall in half an hour ] Today was the day . They were finally tying the knot . Five years together from college sweethearts to fiancês , now Just a signature away from being husband and wife . AN As she settled into the backseat , the morning sunlight bathed ber für skin , adding a touch of gentle allure . The driver caught a glimpse of her beaming face in the rear - view mirror . " Straight off the plane to City Hall ? That eager to get married ? " he joked . " Yeah , it's Valentine's Day . Had to book the slot half a month ago . " Kaia laughed . He chuckled , " Romantic . My daughter couldn't even get today , so she's doing it tomorrow . " " Congrats to her , " Kaia said warmly , " Same to you ! " 1/9 16:50 Chapter 1 We're Done But even after she got there , Alden still hadn't texted back . With a slight pout , she dialed his number . It rang . And rang . And rang . Just as she was about to hang up , he picked up. " Hello ? What's up ? " he said , sounding totally flat . Kaia's grip on the phone tightened . +2 Bonus " Where are you , Alden ? I'm at City Hall . They're calling couples in , we're … " " I'm not coming , Kaia . " Alden cut her off . She froze , disbelief written all over her face . " What ? We planned this - Valentine's Day … " " Yeah , I know . But something came up . Let's do it another day . The date doesn't matter . " Doesn't matter ? I fought hard to get this slot half a month ago ! Just then , a female voice came through the phone . " Alden , you still on the phone ? They're waiting for us 2/9 16:50 Chapter 1 We're Done downstairs . Breakfast's getting cold . " Kaia's heart sank . She knew that voice . Too well . +2 Bonus It was Luna Thorne , the adopted girl of the Graves family for eighteen years . Wait , she's back in town ? Before Kaia could even react , the call cut off . She just stood there , a bitter smile pulling at her lips . He said he was tired . Went to bed early . Turns out he was with her . The whole night . Not long after , a text message popped up on her phone . [ Kaia , was that you on the phone ? I just flew in yesterday , and Alden threw me a little welcome - back party . He got wasted and crashed here . Nothing sketchy , I swear ! Wanna grab breakfast with us ? ] - Luna Kaia stared at the screen , her stomach twisting . Without hesitation , she typed back . [ Drop me the address . I'm coming . ] 3/9 16:50 Chapter 1 We're Done *** +2 Bonus Outside the private room at Redblossom Restaurant , Kaia froze . She could hear them . All of them . Familiar voices floated through the door . " Aren't you supposed to be marrying Kaia now , Mr. Graves ? " " Yeah , didn't she book that slot way ahead ? Just for today ? Wow . Desperate much ? " " What's so special about today ? " " Valentine's , dumbass . " " Come on , Mr. Graves doesn't love her . Everyone knows he's only got eyes for Luna , " someone scoffed . Then Luna's voice chimed in , all sweet and fake . " Stop it , guys , " she said with a shy smile . " Alden's like … my brother . " Kaia's face turned ghostly pale . She desperately wanted to hear what Alden would say . Through the small crack in the door , she saw him . 4/9 16:50 Chapter 1 We're Done Alden , looking relaxed as ever , was slouched in his seat , arm resting possessively behind Luna's chair . +2 Bonus From where Kaia stood , it looked as if he was lovingly holding the woman he adored . Then , Alden's husky voice slowly rang out . " Do you really just see me as a brother , Luna ? " " Are you … really not going to marry Kaia today ? " Luna asked hesitantly . " No. Not marrying her . She's not part of my day , " Alden replied , calm and cold . A few people around the table cooed in mock sympathy . Luna shifted slightly in her seat , her shoulders trembling under the teasing . Alden leaned in close , lips near her ear . " Luna , " he murmured , " no one matters more than you . " Cheers . Laughter . Someone even clapped . But for Kaia , it felt like a sharp dagger piercing through her heart , leaving her in deep pain . 5/9 16:50 Chapter 1 We're Done +3 Who would've thought I could never melt his icy heart ? +2 Bonus Always second place . No matter what I've done , I'm never his number one . How ridiculous . How pathetic . Just then , someone returning from the restroom stopped at the sight of her . " Uh … Kaia , you're here ? Why not come in ? " The door swung open . And now everyone saw her . Saw the ghost of the woman Alden was supposed to marry . An awkward silence hung in the air - until someone tried to lighten the mood . " Hey , Kaia ! Have you had breakfast ? Come join us ! " Alden withdrew his hand from Luna's chair , frowning slightly . What are you doing here ? " he asked impatiently . Kaia took a deep breath and walked slowly towards them . " Why ? Am I not allowed ? " she said , her voice calm , but tight . Luna immediately stood up to offer her seat . 6/9 16:50 Chapter 1 We're Done & +2 Bonus " Kaia , you're here ! Come and sit here . I saved a spot for you ! " " Stay put . " Alden pressed Luna's shoulder down . That small gesture cut Kaia like a blade . " Yeah , just stay put . I'm not here for breakfast , " she said , her voice flat . Alden's tone turned sharp . " Kaia , what's going on ? I told you- we'll get the license another day . " " There won't be another day , Alden . No license , " she sneered . " What did you say ? " " I said … " She smiled , slow and sweet . " We're done . You said it yourself Not marrying me . So let's call off the engagement . Go be with her . That's what you want , right ? " For a second , Alden froze , eyes wide with disbelief . " How could you- " " She means that much to you ? Fine . Take today's appointment . A wedding gift for you lovebirds . " With that , Kaia threw the crumpled number slip onto the floor . 7/9 16:50 Chapter 1 We're Done & " Kaia ! Can't we talk about this when we get home ? " Alden warned in a low , firm voice , " Luna just got back . " Right then , someone clicked their tongue . +2 Bonus " She's bluffing . Everyone knows she's head - over - heels in love with Mr. Graves ! Heck , if it weren't for Sir Graves , Luna would be the bride ! " Luna , trying to hide her delight , pretended to be panicked . " Ignore them , Kaia . Alden and I are just like siblings ! " The word made Kaia sick . Siblings ? Again ? What kind of brother will ditch his fiancée on license day to throw a welcome - back party for his sister ? " Yeah , some brother , " Kaia scoffed . " More like a lover . " Alden's jaw clenched , veins popping in his forehead . " Enough, Kaia ! Apologize to Luna . Now ! " Kaia shot him a steely look and then raised her right hand , palm out . I , Kaia Domont , swear to God - I'll never marry Alden Graves . Break this vow , and may he stay childless . Forever ! " 8/9 16:50