The reception continued with dancing, laughter, and celebration as the October evening deepened into night.
The fairy lights strung throughout the tent twinkled like stars, creating a magical atmosphere. The DJ kept the music flowing with slow songs for couples, upbeat songs for group dancing, and everything in between.
Aria watched from the head table as guests celebrated. Professor Chan was surprisingly animated on the dance floor, Emily was laughing with some of Damien's business associates, while Dean Morrison had finally loosened his tie and was actually enjoying himself.
It was beautiful to see everyone so happy.
Around eight-thirty PM, Helen Bennett appeared beside the head table.
"Mrs. Blackwood," she said warmly, and Aria's heart skipped at hearing that name, "it's almost tim
