Marrying the Man in the Dark

In the distance, Lyra stood adorned in an immaculate white wedding gown. Holding Lambert’s hand, she beamed with anticipation.

Lyra’s father was absent, angry with her, and it was improper for her mom to walk her down the aisle. Since Zachary’s younger sister pushed him down the aisle, the Quinnell family sent Lambert to accompany Lyra.

The melodious wedding march continued until the bride and groom stood together. With their hands entwined, they pledged their eternal commitment to each other before the officiant.

The dinner banquet followed the wedding ceremony. Patricia, Walter, Cherise, and Damien sat at the same table.

Four minutes into the banquet, Patricia excused herself and headed towards the restroom. Cherise instinctively turned around. Sure enough, Raymond also rose from his seat in the farthest corner.

Cherise was surprised that Raymond wasn’t alone today. He was accompanied by his wife, Wanda.

sat next to Wanda. “Wanda,

slightly when she recognized Cherise.

trouble for Wanda. It greatly displeased Wanda, and

tsk. How long has it been since we last

with a smile. “It’s been five

a while.” Wanda laughed, looking at Cherise scornfully. “How do you still look as naive as ever after five years? My son has grown much more handsome over these five years, but you haven’t changed much! You

grip around her wine glass tightened. She wanted to splash Wanda with wine but refrained. She knew that what was about to happen in the garden later would make Wanda feel worse

here?” Wanda

seldom left her house and had always avoided Damien and Maeve, so she was unaware that Cherise and Damien had reconciled and had two