Grandma looked at Angeline with affection and compassion. She had not expected the young girl to be so delicate and fragile. Grandma hugged Angeline tightly and patted her back lovingly.
"Grandma understands now. It's okay if you don't invite anyone else. I understand that you just want your two parents to be there. Let Grandma represent them. I will be your bridesmaid."
Angeline was overwhelmed with sadness and cried in Grandma's embrace, unable to contain her grief. She thought of her mother, who must be longing to see her now. It had been days since Angeline had communicated with her, and the agonizing sense of longing overwhelmed her. She sobbed uncontrollably in her grandmother's comforting embrace.
Bryan remained silent, watching the two of them. He was amazed and wondered if Ange
