Cole stood up, holding his champagne glass high.

"To all my dear family here tonight, I've waited for this moment for so long..." His voice quivered, tears welled up in his eyes.

He raised his hand, gently wiped away the tears, and then broke into a beaming smile. When he declared, "Today, I finally married Claire!" the room erupted in cheers. Claire looked at Cole, tears of joy streaming down her face. Camila discreetly wiped away a tear, overjoyed that her mom had finally found happiness.

Connor pulled out a tissue and gently dabbed at Camila's eyes. They exchanged glances, each seeing the laughter in the other's eyes.

"Cheers!" Cole raised his glass, toasting with everyone.

"It's a big day, so I'll have a bit," Connor whispered to Camila.

Camila smiled and nodded. Erica couldn't help but chime in, "Seriously, Mr. Connor? Do you need permission to drink now?"

a relaxed grin

leaving Camila. A slight tipsiness added depth to his gaze. "Feeling alright?" Camila opened a bottle of water

his head, his gaze locked on Camila's lips. "Cami, I feel like having a

car was eerily quiet; the driver, hearing the request, rolled down the window, letting the cold air

to notice the chill; her face flushed as she shot Connor a shy glance,

the decision to remove the car's

and

rearview mirror. He saw the two of them holding hands, eyes closed, resting.

closed the window quietly, leaving them to

the door closed, Connor couldn't wait to wrap his arms around Camila's waist, pulling her close, resting his head on her shoulder. "Cami, it

chuckled softly, patting his hand. "I need to change my shoes,"

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