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y stomach churned. She was impossible to miss, with her high-pitched laugh and that self-satisfied air she always

e w

ned sweetness as she strutted over to our table. "I almost

orced myself to stay calm. Losing my temper in public wouldn't do me any

ck surprise. "Hey! I'm alright. I almost didn't recog

sed her lips together to stifle a l

ashed in her eyes. For a moment, I thought she might actually retaliate, but she di

Lillian as I resumed our conversation. My voice was lig

tormed off, her heels clicking angrily against the

shook my head. "Unbelievable," I mutte

was epic, Nessa. Di

aid with a smirk. "

ways with a quick hug and a promise to meet up later at th

into full gear. Decorations were being put up, catering staff were settin

ght was the night I'd waited for my entire life. The party would start at ten, giving everyo

epare for the most impo

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unexpected sight-my mom and a few unfamiliar face

rangers before directing my question to my mom

, "they're here to help you get ready for your big day." H

with a chuckle, unable

vanity, their resemblance uncanny. "This is Victory,

, studying them.

iosity in my eyes and

been fascinated by twins, secretly hoping the Moon G

giving me a quick hug. As she reached the door, she

ff to ensure everything downstairs

rmation. My hair was tugged, pinned, and styled, while my face was carefully painted to perfection. The process was t

k, examining their work a

eclared, satisfactio

erald-green halter gown. As I turned toward the full

hat..

was flawless, enhancing my features without overpowering them. And the dress-it shimmered like starlight, huggi

ory said with a smile, wh

pered, still starin

ter preparing themselves. Once they were gone, the room felt

e wouldn't be here tonight. But maybe I could take a few pictures and

last time and made my way downstairs. The soft hum of

s came into view. My mom saw me first a

hat sparkled under the light. The intricate design of her dress, p

is face. He looked sharp in a classic black tuxe

led with emotion, with tears glistening

ded, his eyes brimming with p

he nerves melted away. Tonight, everything