Christian. The downside of being a businessman is that the calls never seem to end. I returned to my seat, only to find that Victoria was gone. Her mom sat beside me, looking pleased with herself. Then, suddenly, Victoria emerged from the changing room, dressed in a breathtaking ball gown that made my heart skip a beat. It was a sight that shook me to my core. The dress fit her perfectly, as if it had been crafted just for her. A diamond-encrusted tiara rested on her head, completing the look. She was beautiful—she’s always beautiful—but seeing her in a wedding dress took my breath away. “Oh, my goodness! Look at my beautiful baby. You are so pretty, Vee. Of course, you got it from me,” her mom said, beaming. I, on the other hand, was too stunned to speak. I froze like a statue. I n

