I
The wedding between Lumaro and Leslie was so simple. It was a civil wedding attended by close relatives and friends. They held the reception at Triple K Hotel’s restaurant.
“Congratulations Leslie, and Lumaro,” Grazziena said as she and Governor Draeko approached the newlyweds. They just arrived at the reception area from the judge's sala, where the civil wedding of Leslie and Lumaro has been held.
“Thank you to both of you, Grazziena and Governor Draeko,” Leslie replied while wiping her tears. She could not still believe that Lumaro and she are now husband and wife.
Lumaro looked tenderly at his new wife and caress her back, “Shh, I am here already. Why are you still crying?” he said jokingly and the four of them laughed upon hearing such teasing of Lumaro to Leslie.
Grazziena and Governor Draeko were seated at the table specially reserved for them by the newly-wed couple.
“Sweetheart, can we follow now in your friend’s footsteps? You know, you are nineteen years old after a few months, of legal age enough to … you know…” Governor Draeko said while winking at Grazziena.
Grazziena pinched his nose sweetly, “You have to wait, Sweety. You promised me that before, remember?” she said softly and sweetly.
“Hmm, I promised you a lot; I have an amnesia now, pertaining to that promise.” Governor Draeko teased Grazziena, who gave him a wide eye and kissed his right cheek.
“Patience, my love. Days just passed by so fast and before we know it, I already finished my college years.” Grazziena tried to assure her boyfriend, who seemed to feel such longing to get married already.
Governor Draeko looked at Grazziena and nodded. “I will be patient, Sweetheart. I love you.”
“I love you more, Governor Draeko.” Grazziena murmured and leaned her head on his shoulder.
While just three tables away, Mariella Hillago and Jervin Ty, were looking at Governor Draeko and Grazziena. They both smiled and held hands.
They have been dating for two months now and just days ago before this wedding between Lumaro and Leslie, Mariella had a reconciliation both with Leslie and Grazziena.
“Are you happy that you have me now Mariella, instead of the Governor?” Jervin Ty asked while giving her a tender look. His eyes shone
Mariella sweetly smiled and nodded, “I am much happier now Jervin. How about you? Are you happy that you have me now, instead of Grazziena?” she asked too, almost mimicking him.
Jervin Ty chuckled while looking at Mariella with much love. “Much happier now, Babe, more than I could ever imagine,” he murmured to her right ear that made her giggle.

II

Two days after the wedding, Lumaro and Leslie already left Albaya. Before leaving, Lumaro visited Governor Draeko in his office again. When Cynthia saw him, she became frightened.
“Hi Cynthia, don’t be afraid please; Governor Draeko and I are friends now. You can check it with him.” Lumaro said smiling at Cynthia.
Quickly, Cynthia stood up and went to the office of Governor Draeko. She knocked thrice on the door of Governor Draeko’s office.
“Come in, that is not locked.” It was Governor Draeko’s voice.
Cynthia got inside and told the Governor about the man outside, who is looking for him.
“Cynthia, Lumaro, and I are friends already. Let him in.” Governor Draeko said to Cynthia to remove any fear in her.
“Noted Governor. Thank you. I will let him in now.” Then Cynthia immediately walked out of the Governor’s office and guided Lumaro to go there.
“Good afternoon, Governor Draeko. I hope, I am not disturbing you.”
“It’s okay Lumaro. I heard you and Leslie are leaving tonight?”
“Yes, and before I go, I wanted to personally apologize and extend my gratitude at the same time. I have wronged you and Grazziena before.” Lumaro said with sincerity.
“You are forgiven, Lumaro. Have a safe trip and take care of Leslie and your upcoming Baby.” Governor Draeko was smiling and Lumaro’s feeling became light. He smiled back.
“And take care of Grazziena too. One day, if you and Grazziena wanted to visit us at Mt. Reveree, we will welcome you there with full hospitality. Mt. Reverie was where Grazziena was born.” Lumaro said smilingly.
“Don’t worry Lumaro, after our wedding too, we will visit you and Leslie at Mt. Reveree.”
“We will wait for both of you then. Thank you for your time Governor Draeko, I must go now.” Lumaro said as he excused himself and bade goodbye to Governor Draeko. He can go now, back to Mt. Reveree with a grateful and sincere heart.
Governor Draeko felt so light also knowing fully well that he and Grazziena already passed the greatest test in their relationship. If there are still tests to come, he already readied himself and Grazziena.
They even promised each other that they will hold on, never ever turn their backs again with each other and they will pass every test that will be coming their way.
Governor Draeko, walked towards his office window, rolled up its blinds and there he saw Lumaro walking across the street. He smiled for finally the storm brought by Lumaro to him and Grazziena has been in its placid state already.