Chapter 26
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I agreed, and later that evening, I had someone deliver the invitation and a box of chocolate to Dominic. He unwrapped a chocolate, slowly putting it in his mouth. It seemed like he hadn’t felt sweetness in a long time.
Many guests attended the wedding, including my professors and colleagues from the lab, even those who were on vacation.
My professor patted Marcus on the shoulder excitedly. “Great! You snagged Jane. You’re a lucky guy!”
My colleagues joined in with good–natured teasing. Looking at the man in the black suit beside me, I felt my happiness overflow.
It was only after meeting Marcus that I understood what unconditional love felt like.
The ceremony began. I walked down the aisle with my father, towards Marcus. My father placed my hand in Marcus’s. “I entrust my daughter to you.”
Marcus promised my father, “Rest assured, I will cherish her for the rest of my life.”
Then came the vows, the exchange of rings, and the kiss.
Thunderous applause and cheers erupted from the audience. Everyone offered their blessings to the newlyweds.
In a corner, Dominic clapped, his eyes fixed on Jane.
He was suddenly reminded of the wedding two years ago, the one that never happened. He imagined Jane meticulously planning every detail of that wedding. The venue, the wedding dress, the reception… she must have compared countless options before making her decisions.
And how much pain she must have felt when she decided to cancel it.
He had wronged Jane, and now that she had found happiness, he should be happy for her. Dominic closed his eyes, a single tear
rolling down his cheek.
After the wedding, I was busy seeing off guests.
