Chapter 33

• Ariana's wedding ceremony was held on a warm summer day, the sun shining down on the guests as they gathered on the lawn of the country club. The bride, Ariana, looked stunning in her white gown, the sun glinting off the pearl-studded veil. The groom, Benjamin, looked dapper in his tuxedo, his smile wide as he waited for his bride to approach. The priest began the ceremony, his voice solemn and dignified. The wedding vows were exchanged, and as Ariana and Benjamin said "l do," the crowd erupted into cheers and applause. Maya couldn't help but reflect on when she walked down the aisle with Jason, She remembered how happy she was getting married to her heartthrob, and somehow she wished things ended well with Jason, She waved off the thoughts from her head as it was Ariana's big day and she didn't ruin her mood
• After the ceremony, the guests gathered at the reception hall, the tables set with elegant china and gleaming silverware. It was a small but yet a unique wedding as just family and few friends were present. The scent of the flowers filled the air, and a string quartet played in the background. Benjamin and Ariana entered the hall, the guests rising to their feet as the newlyweds made their way to the head table. As they took their seats, a toast was made as they wished the couple a happy married life. At the corner of the VIP hall, Maya was seated with Jayden beside her, it was a special spot set out for Maya, her father, and Jason. She was discussing with her father while patiently waiting for Jason to arrive, and suddenly someone touched her shoulder from behind. She turned as she thought it was Jason.
• "Hello, Maya" Michael's voice echoed from behind, the glint of a smile on Maya's face flushed away as she replaced it with a straight face. She wondered who invited Michael to the wedding as Micheal and Ariana weren't that close. her thoughts shifted to her father instantly as he was the one that could invite Michael to the wedding, she knew her guess was right when her father signaled Micheal to sit down, she sighed inwardly as her gaze turned to the entrance of the reception, Jason had texted her earlier that he was on his way."What's keeping him" she asked inwardly