Karina looked at Yvette, smiling as she shook her head, then glanced down at the bouquet in her hands. A decision had already taken root in her mind.

It seemed she wouldn't need to agonize over who would catch it after all.

The earlier ceremonies wrapped up smoothly, and soon it was time for the bouquet toss.

In her flowing white wedding dress, Karina raised the bouquet, teasing the crowd with a few feints. Everyone tensed, their eyes glued to her every move, only to relax when she didn't let it fly.

Then, just when they thought they could breathe, Karina suddenly changed direction, aiming the bouquet directly at Yvette's position.

At that moment, it was as if everyone around Yvette had an unspoken agreement they all scattered, leaving her completely exposed.

The bouquet arced gracefully toward Yvette, who instinctively stepped back, trying to avoid it. But with the area around her now empty, the bouquet was destined to hit the ground if she didn't catch it.

As it neared the grass, Yvette finally gave in, lunging forward to grab it just before it landed.

her foot caught on the hem of her dress, and she lost her balance, toppling

the fall she braced

she found herself in a warm embrace, and a deep, magnetic voice murmured near

scrambled to her feet, shaking her head

tugged on his jacket, popping a button loose. Embarrassed, she bent down to pick it up and handed it to him awkwardly. "Here,

hesitated and added, "I...

chuckled

*

set up with games, a buffet of snacks, and an open bar, creating a lively

look for the evening. While she was with the stylist, Wilfred

nudge, whispering, "There are still a lot of guests to entertain. Both of us hiding here doesn't

serious, yet unyielding. "I just

door, and cleared his throat. "Besides, they're up

his meaning, her cheeks burning with heat. Wilfred, however, seemed oblivious

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