Love beyond the mask ( Whitney )
Chapter 939

Endora's eyes flashed with a ferocious glint as she was led away by the police in a daze, and Barclay was taken away as well.

Mrs. Doonan was a mess, sobbing and begging Winston to talk to the police, pleading they couldn't just take her precious son away!

Mr. Doonan left the church with a grim expression, not saying a word.

The guests were all over the place, the atmosphere chaotic, but Parker's next move brought everyone to a hushed silence.

Eyes widened as they saw his handsome face cloaked in shadow, his piercing eyes hidden behind stylish glasses, revealing nothing of his inner turmoil as he approached Tiana!

He confidently took the hand of the woman in the pristine white dress. She wore no makeup, yet her simple elegance and vulnerability were striking. Tiana, still reeling from the shock, looked up into his strong, defined hand as he intertwined their fingers. Her heart, which had been still, began to flutter with life, the confrontation with Endora paling in comparison to the shock of Parker's gesture.

What was he doing?!

Her lips parted slightly, Tiana felt the weight of many eyes upon her, as the tall man before her tightened his grip on her fingers, sealing them together with determination.

His scent was familiar and yet imposing.

Trying to break free, Tiana whispered, "Parker, what are you doing? Everyone...is watching."

He glanced down at her, his gaze cold. Was she really that afraid to be close to him?

Perhaps it was out of sheer hatred, but his eyes, filled with uncontrollable emotion, flared with anger.

Leading her forward, Parker moved them back towards the altar.

"Parker...Parker?" Tiana, realizing where he was heading, panicked, tapping on his arm, "The wedding's over, let me go."

The minister, holding the Bible, furrowed his brow in confusion at the groom's actions.

His bride had just been taken away by the police.

And now, he was holding...his brother's bride.

The minister was visibly uneasy, addressing the man in the crisp white suit, "Mr. Parker, what is this?"

"The ceremony will continue!" Parker's voice was firm, leaving no room for argument.

His tone was even, betraying no emotion, yet his statement sent a shockwave through the church.

Even Whitney, who had rushed back after seeing Endora taken away, and Ashton, who was with Cherry, were taken aback.

They exchanged looks, both seeing the surprise and a hint of excitement in each other's eyes.

Ashton smirked slightly. Parker, usually so reserved, was making a bold move. He must have been planning this for a long time!

The guests were in an uproar: "Is this for real? Am I hallucinating? Did Parker just say the ceremony will continue?"

"How can it? We've got a groom and his brother's bride, that's not a match."

"You don't get it, he's obviously intending to go through with the ceremony with Tiana!"

"My God! They say the rich have complicated lives, but the Doonan family takes it to another level. Just look at Parker's eyes on Tiana; could he actually be in love with her?"

"It's confusing, Parker's actions are baffling, and it's putting the Doonan family right in the spotlight."

Hearing this, Tiana was convinced Parker had lost his mind!

Did he not realize how the elite were scrutinizing him and the Doonan family?

As the minister, taken aback, began to speak, Tiana frantically interrupted, tugging at Parker's sleeve, "Stop this madness, Parker. Even if you want to punish me, this isn't the way. Minister, we can't go on with this, it'll turn us into a laughingstock!" "Proceed!" Parker stood unmoved, a statue of cold determination, unaffected by Tiana's plea.

The minister, feeling the pressure, reluctantly began, "Miss Tiana, Mr. Parker, do you take each other, through sickness and health, through wealth and poverty..."

"No, this can't happen. Parker, make him stop, this is absurd."

Tiana shook her head, biting her lip.

"Be quiet," he shot her a chilling look, his aura commanding her silence.

She felt pain in her wrist from his strong grip!

What rage must he be holding inside? His whole demeanor was stubborn and dark, utterly unfathomable and chilling.

Before she could speak again, he pulled her closer, wrapping his arm around her frail back.

Parker's eyes were deep and dark, his voice low as he answered the minister, "I do, and she does too!"

"I..." Tiana's protest was cut off.

He leaned in, sealing her protests with a firm kiss, his hand cradling her neck, feeling her rapid heartbeat. Her neck was graceful and smooth against his palm.

He let her go after a brief moment.

Tiana's face flushed, her heart in turmoil at his proclamation: "I do, and she does too."

If only, free from societal judgments, she could throw caution to the wind and marry him.

But did he truly want that?

Or was this just his way of humiliating her?

Tears fell from Tiana's eyes, her heart tormented and confused. What was his endgame? Why turn their moment into this scandal?

She couldn't bear to meet the eyes of the onlookers anymore, "Parker, please, stop this."

He held her hand tightly, turning to the minister, "Is it done?"

The minister, with no hesitation left, declared, "Mr. Parker, Miss Tiana, the ceremony is complete. You are now united in marriage!"

Parker didn't hesitate, not even sparing a glance at his mother Carmen, who stood frozen in shock. Grasping Tiana's hand firmly, he marched towards the exit, his brows knitted in determination. "Get me a chopper ready," he ordered his men curtly.

"Parker! Where on earth are you taking her? And how could you even think of marrying your brother's ex-fiancée?" Carmen finally snapped out of her daze, her voice low but urgent as she hurried after him. "If your father knew you were causing such a scandal in a church, of all places, he'd be livid. Have you no regard for his reputation or the honor of the Doonan family?"

"Mother, please, just stay out of it! My marriage is none of your or father's business," Parker retorted, his resolve hardening as he shrugged Carmen off.