"I want love to find you but
not just any kind of love, for you,
I want the kind that keeps you up at night,
the kind that makes the world
stop at your feet and the kind that
takes your breath away when you
remember when to breathe."
◁Rm drake▷

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"Its really happening..." I breath in deeply watching the ones I loved slowly disappear before me as they went in to make their way down the aisle.

When we had decided to not have a long engagement I had pictured us going to Vegas or to court just because our schedules were so insane but Joe had somehow found time to book everything. From the cabin in which our family stayed overnight to the hotel for everyone else and the church. I wasn't sure how he did it but he ensured that I didn't bat an eyelash besides doing the minor stuff like how I wanted everything to be. With my less than hectic schedule as I wasn't working many live events it was easy for me to be in Arizona with my family planning than in Florida alone in our house.

"So many promos in front of the world and this one is where the nerves kick in" Galina nudged me and I giggled before watching her move in with Matt. I was still unsure on how Jon had gotten Matt to give up the best man space considering it had been set he would be. But with Jon's annoying persuasive manner I guess I shouldn't have been that surprised.

"If at any point you feel my hold slacken just carry me to Joe and splash some water on my face. No delays" I elbowed Johnny before hooking him in. While Johnny hadn't been there my entire life he had been the closest thing I had to a father ever since I joined the WWE with him having been in charge of talent then.

And of course being exposed to the turmoil of my romances with other talent he had been weary of me even dating again but Joe had been the exception due to him being a constant in my life throughout it all and being my family when I was too stubborn to listen to them.

I heard the soft music playing giving me my cue and knew I was squeezing poor Johnny's arm more tightly than I should have but as soon as my eyes found Joe stood at the altar my hold slackened and I knew I was smiling like an idiot. The veil over my face helped prevent me from looking like a goofy idiot but I wouldn't have minded either way. I felt all eyes on me and Galina was right, I had stood in front of so many crowds but nothing compared to you being the center of attention on your wedding day.

"I believe you have your own vows?" I nodded as I realized I had been dazed for most of what was said and Joe's hands tightening around mine had caused me to realize I had to do more than nod. But he cleared his throat and realized he was up first and I saw the nerves fill him as he briefly glanced behind me at Jojo seated beside my mom before focusing on my eyes.

"Nicole, I have known you for the most part of my career. I met you when you were simply a girl down on her luck and wanting a fresh start with her sister and a new challenge. I was never one to go out of my way to get to know people but you and Brie were the complete opposite so thanks to that our friendship grew until I could honestly say you became my best friend. The road gets rough and you were a huge part of me getting through the rollercoaster life that we live. I've watched you at so many stages in your life, your highs and your lows and I can honestly say through all that I have never seen you lose your strength." He smiled while I was mentally telling myself not to let tears fall because I knew I wouldn't be able to get through my vows and that would result in the same with him.

"I admire you for the woman you have become in the last decade, you have faced heartache, your world being turned upside down. Our partnership has not been perfect, we have had our own tiffs here and there and those were always the worst because we're both stubborn and we're the same so who would back down first or make the first move to repair whatever damage was always tiring."

"Way too tiring" I heard Jon mutter behind him which caused most to laugh and Jon to smile innocently due to Joe briefly narrowing his eyes on him before focusing on me.

"But in the end we always found our way, I mean I could be even more stubborn in making you see things my way. And eventually everything we went through brought us closer than we could have ever imagined. And here we are, about to take a big step for the future but in a way it doesn't feel like this huge leap because nothing will change besides bands on our fingers. We've been going through the motions of being with eachother in sickness and in health and even had some scares with our surgeries. You know how my mind works even though I hate it most times but you do and I'm a hard headed guy so having you see through that exterior makes me appreciate you even more. You're my everything Nicole and I know you'll be with me through good and bad and I've never been less stressed about the future because I know no matter what I'll have your brown eyes to look into for the rest of my life. I love you, Coco "

"Why are you doing this to me?" I croaked and he chuckled slightly and wiped my eyes before the tears could fall and I breath in deeply as his fingers traced over the back of my hand to comfort me.

"Joe, I honestly don't know where to begin. I have tried to come up with the perfect words to relay how much you mean to me and its hard. Not because you don't measure up to every good thing but because you're too many perfect things. When I first met you, you reminded me so much of a man who had such a special part of my heart and who I lost before I entered this rollercoaster life. My grandpa was a quiet man but knew when to feel what, when to let you know what and when to make you feel like life was a gift. I always loved that about you, how you could be withdrawn yet still go along with my crazy side and not feel uncomfortable or weird. In this business I learnt that not everyone has your best interests at heart and not everyone is meant to get the love but I never regretted my first time speaking to you. You are the one person who has never made me regret loving you, regret letting you in to be my best friend, to be the one who saw the soft exterior of a woman who hated it. You're the only one who will sit and let me vent for hours so I don't bottle things up and give me some good advice after. You're the one who makes me believe in myself when I feel like I am failing at everything. I don't need to admit it or say that I'm on my lowest because its just something you know. We're insanely connected and I feel like my Grandpa Joe is watching over me and brought me to the career that I love but also the man that I love.." I stared into his eyes and briefly at his lips but knew we weren't at that part yet so briefly closed my eyes and found my way before continuing again.

"That has brought me to a huge loving family that has become my own. From adorable Jojo to each and every member of your family who constantly reminded me that the relationships I had weren't healthy. I never felt whole in a relationship until I was with you, it was a feeling I never felt before knowing that you had someone's heart completely. Someone who knew your lazy side, your side the world didn't get to see, your vulnerable side and accepted it long before you were needed to. You've always made me feel safe Joe always, you've made my days filled with happiness and let me know I was enough for someone. And that was all I ever wanted and as always you ensured it was what I got. You make all my dreams come true, you are the definition of what happily ever after looks like to me. And I can't wait to go on this journey as yours and only yours" My hands tightened in his letting him know I was done and this time both of us were smiling like idiots.

My eyes were glistening because it was real, I was his and he was mine as we placed our rings on and signified our bond.

"I now pronounce you husband and wife, you may kiss the bride." I smiled brightly before my hands left his and held his face as his held my waist pulling me closer to him before tipping me over.

"I love you" I whispered into his lips as I reluctantly broke the kiss as a cheer from Jon reminded me we were in front of our family and friends.

"I love you, too" he kissed me one more time before lifting me so I stood straight and we turned to face everyone again.

"Everyone I give to you, Mr Leati Joseph Anoa'I!"

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Heart beats fast
Colours and promises
How to be brave?
How can I love when I'm afraid to fall?
But watching you stand alone
All of my doubt
Suddenly goes away somehow

I smiled as I took Joe's hand as he led me onto the dancefloor, it had been a magical day and now night. We had cut our beautiful cake and me being me of course had made sure to layer it good on his beautiful jaw before he kissed me deeply. Brie had perfectly caught the bouquet which had of course led to Jon disappearing or fainting behind one of the tables I couldn't be sure. Considering it had been the second time one of them managed to get it as Jon had somehow landed up in the mix of single ladies and caught the bouquet the first time. It had been funny of course but didn't stop me from being slightly annoyed with the lunatic. But  of course on the second attempt Brie had basically been handed it as no one was going to be tackling a pregnant woman. But if she could add a wedding to her ongoing fairytale that would be perfect but for now, I was enjoying the beginning of mine.

"Mmm you look so beautiful, Nicole. I admit I was a bit upset that I couldn't see the dress beforehand but watching you walk down the aisle was honestly one of the best entrances I have ever seen you do. And keep in mind I watch you every week doing the Bella booty shake in short shorts." Joe spoke interrupting my thoughts or rather my gazing into his beautiful fucking brown eyes that just make my heart pound insanely.

One step closer
I have died every day waiting for you
Darling, don't be afraid
I have loved you for a thousand years
I'll love you for a thousand more

"Thank you, husband. I'll be sure to do a Bella booty shake later on just so you have something extra to compare it to" I winked and he chuckled and spun me around before kissing my lips as everyone else joined us.

"I still can't believe its here, today. I mean we said our vows and had tears to prove it but it honestly feels like a dream" he smiled glancing around before focusing his eyes on me.

Time stands still
Beauty in all she is
I will be brave
I will not let anything take away
What's standing in front of me
Every breath
Every hour has come to this

One step closer

"That's how I feel literally everyday knowing I have you in my life. I don't care what I have to go through on Smackdown because I know there is one day out of a hell week where I am smothered in kisses and taken to ecstasy by my Superman." I bit my lip slightly and he chuckled before clearing his throat.

I have died every day waiting for you
Darling, don't be afraid
I have loved you for a thousand years
I'll love you for a thousand more

"Yeah if you didn't get a week break in between I'm not so sure what you would do."

"Joe!" I hit his chest before wrapping my arms around him tightly again. "I'm pretty sure you'd be the one with a problem cause I'm always craving you and my toys are nothing compared to what you have hidden underneath this suit"

"You're trying to make me lose control in a room filled with all our family" he lowered his voice with a small smile.

"No" I pouted but leaned up and slowly kissed him. "I love you so freaking much, Joe."

He nudged his nose over mine before returning the kiss as we swayed to the music reminding me how long I wanted our love to last, forever.

And all along I believed I would find you
Time has brought your heart to me
I have loved you for a thousand years
I'll love you for a thousand more

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"You need to stop staring at him like a girl who is crushing on the jock" I heard a voice and smiled as Colby took a seat beside me.

"How can I, when he is so darn perfect?" I half groaned as he was dancing with Jojo with a bright smile on his face as she giggled.

He was all I wanted and all I needed and letting him fully know all my guilt and fears on the phone earlier in the day had just made this day that more meaningful.

I had become so wrapped up in the fast pace of our relationship that I had forgotten he was the man who I shared everything with. But yet that part of my guilt or hurt regarding John had been kept buried because I knew how hostile he had grown towards John, I knew how protective he was over me and if push came to shove he would risk it all to defend my honour. That's why I loved him, its why I chose him. Maybe it was selfish that I wanted to weigh more in someone's life than a career but its who I was, I was overly insecure and needy and knew in the end I needed someone who loved me fully and took the time to know every single side of me. And he had never made me feel like there was any other option, any other thing of importance when he knew I needed him.

"That he is, huh. I'm happy for you, Bella. I mean who would have thought a year ago you'd be married to this big idiot after complaining about how he could care less. Its insane but I'm honestly so happy that one of us was able to change the shit that caused a fuck up in our lives" He glanced around the crowd and I leaned closer.

"You don't need the same person to create a beautiful story out of a fuck up. I know it must've have been hard for you walking with Renee down there." I sighed as I had been so hesitant about it.

"To be honest it wasn't, I think I'm finally seeing a light I'm not quite sure but my luck with women on the roster may not be completely shut down." He shrugged and his eyes fell on Charlotte who spoke to Galina and Brie.

"As long as you don't go flaunting anything that should only be seen with the eyes I'm sure you'll be fine." I squeezed his cheeks and he rolled his eyes before standing up and chuckling as Joe made his way and took his seat beside me.

"So Mrs Monkey is this every bit of special you imagined it to be?" He questioned pulling my hand into his and tracing over the ring and I leaned into kiss him.

"Yes Mr Monkey" I whispered into his lips. "All that's missing is a night of passion."

"Mmm I don't know I'm pretty tired, been a long day" he smirked which led to me narrowing my eyes and wrapping my arms over his shoulders.

"Its too early to be in a sexless marriage, Joe"

"Nah that ain't happening, where's our football team gon come from?" He shook his head.

"Football team huh? We'll see about that, come on let's have one more dance before I lock you away in the cabin" I smiled standing up but he pulled me closer, wrapping his arms around me as he kissed me.

"I love you, Nicole Anoa'i"

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Hope you enjoyed the wedding because things will be picking up in the next few chapters :)
Royal Rumble? So awesome mostly because Nikki and Roman were both runner-ups and both of them eliminated their siblings Brie and Colby.
Roman won Elimination Chamber and I couldn't be happier, screw the haters because our husband will be champion!!
I hate what happened on the past two weeks of Raw to him but as long as he is headlining Wrestlemania for the 4th time I am happy!!

THIS BOOK WON BEST NIKKI BELLA FAN FICTION IN 2018 MARCH AWARDS SO A BIG THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO VOTED!!!