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Chapter 6

Penulis: Crystal K
"Felix, are you ready?" Isabella, dressed in a custom white gown with a diamond tiara sparkling in the light, asked.

He nodded, but his mind was a million miles away.

All he could see was Vivian's face.

Where was she now?

Was she okay?

The music started in the grand ballroom.

Felix mechanically put his arm around Isabella's waist and walked down the aisle.

The guest list was a who's who of business tycoons and socialites.

Camera flashes popped incessantly as reporters documented the "wedding of the century."

But his heart felt like a dead weight in his chest.

"Felix, you don't look well," Isabella whispered. "Think about our child. You're going to be a wonderful father."

Felix forced a smile.

Yes, at least there was the child.

"And now, the bride and groom will exchange rings," the officiant announced with a smile.

Felix picked up the diamond ring, ready to place it on Isabella's finger.

Suddenly, a young man from the audience stood up.

"Stop the wedding!"

The entire room fell s
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