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The Reception

Author: Ava Sterling
last update publish date: 2026-04-28 13:45:18

The rooftop erupted in applause the moment the officiant pronounced them husband and wife.

Lila felt the sound wash over her like a wave. Marcus pulled her close and kissed her again — slower this time, deeper, full of every promise they had just made in front of their small circle of guests. When he finally pulled back, his forehead rested against hers, and he whispered against her lips:

“My wife.”

Those two words sent a shiver down her spine. She smiled through happy tears. “My husband.”

Sara
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