Aldren As soon as I descended from the car, people stared at us as if they had seen ghosts, with wide eyes and jaws dropped. I never attended weddings or any human gatherings before. They invited us every time. I send the gifts through others. Today, I came without gifts. I realised it now, but it was too late. Adam Marsh came running with his family and friends to greet me. Marsh was our old acquaintance; they had a good name in society. After all the greetings, we were led inside the decorated area where they were toasting to the main couple. We were made to sit and listen to their stories, which I was not interested in. My eyes were searching for that person, who was not appearing in front of me. I was growing restless because Osc was pacing relentlessly. Unable to take it anymore, I

