Corrine was the last person to step in, and somehow, that made the moment feel even heavier, like everything had been building up to this exact second. Her hands were steady as she lifted the veil and gently placed it over Cassie’s head, her fingers careful, almost reverent, as if she understood just how much this meant.“The last time I did this,” she began softly, her voice carrying a quiet weight that made Cassie’s chest tighten, “it was what I wished for, but not what Frederick wanted.” She paused, her gaze lingering on Cassie’s face, taking her in like she wanted to remember every detail.“This time, it’s what you want, what I want, and what Franklin wants too, so nothing is missing. May nothing ever break this union.”The way she adjusted the veil, so tender and full of care, sent a rush of emotion straight to Cassie’s eyes before she could stop it, tears spilling over as her vision blurred.
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