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he began, authoritative and proud, "tonight is more than a celebration."
Shine's father joined him, his smile calculated. "It is the union of two legacies. Two families whose influence has shaped this city for decades."
Applause followed polite, eager.
"This marriage," my father continued, "is not merely personal. It is strategic. A partnership built on trust, vision, and power."
The word power echoed through me.
"They will strengthen what we have built," Shine's father added. "Together, they will carry our names forward."
I felt her across the room then.
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