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As the night stretched deeper, the laughter and teasing around the long glowing table softened into warm conversations. The soft ocean breeze swayed the lanterns above them, making the whole place feel wrapped in magic. Cynthia found herself glancing around at the faces she loved, feeling overwhelmed that they were all here, that they had witnessed one of the most important moments of her life.But even with all the joy, there was a quiet pull inside her, a silent tug that kept dragging her attention back to Xavier.He was listening to something Amelia was saying, one arm draped casually along the back of Cynthia’s chair, his fingers brushing the fabric near her shoulder every now and then. The gesture felt protective, unconsciously claiming, and each time she felt that light touch she grew warmer inside.When dessert was served, a soft orchestral melody started playing, drifting out across the island with the waves. Louisa clasped her hands dramatically and declared that it was a sig

The Sinclair house was unusually quiet that morning, a kind of charged stillness that made Cynthia’s stomach flutter with excitement and nerves. Today wasn’t about media noise, planners, or decisions piled on decisions. Today was hers.A wedding dress.Her wedding dress.She stood in the living room with her hands folded tightly in front of her, trying not to pace. Her mother sat on one of the sofas, smiling as though holding back tears already. Louisa was practically vibrating with energy, constantly checking the time on her phone.“She’s almost here,” Louisa whispered, bouncing on her toes. “Cyn, this is real. You’re getting a custom gown from the Renée Valmont.”Cynthia’s stomach did a soft flip. Renée Valmont—Parisian designer, beloved by royalty, celebrities, and wealthy brides around the world. The fact that Xavier’s family flew her in just for Cynthia felt unreal, overwhelming… and deeply touching.The sound of wheels rolling across tiles snapped their attention toward the hal

Italy glowed at night in a way Cynthia didn’t think was possible. The sky over Lake Como shimmered with a soft navy tint, scattered with stars that looked close enough to touch. Cynthia stood in front of the grand suite mirror, adjusting the silver straps of her dress as Louisa hooked her earrings from behind.“You look like a dream,” Louisa whispered, squeezing her shoulders with the kind of proud smile only a best friend could give.Cynthia breathed in slowly. “I hope I don’t look like I’m trying too hard.”“You’re the bride,” Amelia chimed in as she walked in, wearing a satin mini dress and holding a glass of sparkling champagne. “You’re supposed to look like you swallowed the moon.”Cynthia laughed, the sound easing the nerves buzzing in her chest. She wasn’t anxious about the wedding itself. She was anxious about everything happening so fast. Two months ago she was a regular high school graduate navigating her first taste of real adulthood. Now she was standing in Italy preparing

Italy seemed to awaken with purpose the morning of the wedding, as if the sun itself had been instructed to pour a softer, warmer glow across the villa. From the first light, the entire atmosphere felt charged, humming with excitement, beauty and a kind of peace that only comes when something truly meaningful is about to unfold. The staff moved quietly around the grounds, adding final touches to floral arrangements, adjusting chairs, and smoothing out the delicate silk ribbons tied to each seat. It was the kind of morning that felt touched by grace.Guests began arriving long before the scheduled time. Their cars moved up the stone driveway in a slow procession, and each guest paused at the entrance to take in the breathtaking view of the ceremony space. The garden overlooked an endless stretch of blue water, gently shifting under the morning sun. Rows of elegant white chairs filled the grassy area facing a stunning altar crafted from intertwined olive branches, draped with soft white

Cynthia could still feel the echo of music in her bones as she stepped out of the reception hall, Xavier’s warm hand wrapped firmly around hers. The night air outside the villa felt cooler, gentler, like it understood that the world had already given them enough noise for the day. Now, everything narrowed to silence… and to him.The lanterns lining the pathway flickered in golden waves, stretching their shadows over the cobblestones as Xavier led her forward. Cynthia, still in her wedding gown, felt weightless like she wasn’t walking but floating. The hem of her dress whispered against the ground, and her bouquet of white peonies trembled slightly in her grip.“You okay?” Xavier asked softly without looking back, but she could tell from the tone that he was smiling.“Yes,” she breathed. “Actually… perfect.”His grip tightened, almost imperceptibly, but enough to send a warmth up her arm.They reached a waiting car sleek, black, and decorated discreetly with small white flowers. Xavier