Chapter 57:
Caroline's POV
I didn’t think the world could feel so still.
The sunlight slanted in through the chapel windows, soft and golden, washing everything in a surreal glow. Kane stood at the end of the aisle, wearing a sharp black suit, no tie, the top button of his shirt undone like he refused to be anything but himself even on our wedding day.
My heart thundered wildly against my ribs as I walked toward him.
There were no crowds. No grand spectacle. Just a few people we trusted or as close to trust as we could afford.
And somehow, despite everything... Kelly was here.
He stood off to the side, hands shoved in his pockets, watching with a strange, unreadable expression. His presence was heavy, complicated but for once, it didn't feel like a threat.
I tightened my grip arou
