After the wedding, the reception followed later. And it was total chaos. Ava might not flow with Damian on many things. But she definitely would have preferred a quiet wedding and reception. They were surrounded by many people. The “congratulations" could not just stop coming. Handshakes. Photographs. It was entirely overwhelming. Women in the corners were all whispering about Ava. It was clear that everyone wanted a piece of the newly wedded couple. And in all of the chaos, Ava had to smile every now and then. She smiled until her cheeks hurt. Then, the opportunity finally presented itself and she withdrew from the whole noise and went to a quiet balcony to catch her breath. She leaned against the railing as she sucked in the air. The door opened. Who was it? “Go away," she said without turning. She needed a moment of her own without being interrupted. But, somehow, someone didn't want her to have it. “I can't do that," the voice replied. She knew the voice. Damian Blackwood
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