When the presider asked, "If anyone objects to this union, speak now, or forever hold your peace," there was silence.
Izzy and Gabriel were staring into the crowd, suddenly very tense. They knew what was coming.
When the gunshots sounded, Gabriel pushed Izzy down to the floor. He pulled a gun from the coat of his tuxedo, shooting in the direction of the would be killer. He got her.
A woman fell down, clutching at her leg. She swore loudly.
The members of the crowd were screaming, running from the church. Gabriel nodded. That's what he had hoped they would do.
Suddenly, he heard a cry of pain. "Izzy, don't move! Where did she get you??"
"Right shoulder!" She cried.
Police rushed in, arresting the woman. Gabriel held up a badge. "I'm here with the Spanish government. We decided to provide Elizabeth with protection. We knew a fake wedding would work."