(Back in New Jersey after Kai called Hannah)
Isla and Kai sat next to each other by the porch swing quietly.
“I can’t believe I’ve been married all along.”
“I knew Hannah had something up her sleeve when we did that so-called “wedding rehearsal” that night. It felt so real!" Kai said.
Isla became quiet, Kai glanced at her and he saw Isla with tears on her cheek.
“Hey why are you still crying? You’re married to Johanne. Like legally married to him.”
Isla wiped his tears, “I know.”
“Then why are you still crying?”
“It won’t be all true unless I have Johanne in my arms.” Isla said.
They were both quiet and then all of a sudden Isla stood up, “I think I should go to him. I can’t wait anymore.”
Isla ran back inside their house and came out quickly with he
