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Chapter 48 - The Wedding

Author: Joanna Jade
last update publish date: 2026-05-07 16:26:54

Bella’s POV

Today was my wedding day. I sat at the edge of my bed, my hands resting limp in my lap, my fingers curled slightly into the fabric of my dress.

I couldn’t sleep because every time I closed my eyes, I saw Lucia’s terrified face as they dragged her away.

I looked up at the clock. It was almost time. I had agreed to this. I had actually agreed to marry Matteo.

The thought of it made my stomach twist. But I didn’t have any other choice. I was doing this for my friend. My family. Myself.
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