After finding the table set aside for us at the reception, I sat there in silence. Aciel seems a little preoccupied in saying hello to everyone who comes to our table. Seeing the bride and groom enjoying themselves at their reception made me feel a little better about spending time alone and not attending.
Even though their companions were talking, I felt Aciel's hands on my palm above the table. As though shocked, my gaze shifted to him immediately. After he released my hand from under the table, I reclaimed it.
"Hmm?" Biting my lip I asked, because I thought he had something to say.
When he glanced at me, his eyes seemed a little blurry. He gave a small nod and a grin of acknowledgement. As I went to take my hand back, he interlaced his fingers with mine. I just lowered my hea
