Chapter 46: To True Love
Wedding Rehearsal (The Next Day)
I stood near the back, a bouquet of ivory silk roses in my hands.
The officiant clapped his hands. “Alright, from the top. Bridesmaids and groomsmen—pair up.”
Dean was up front, grinning just wide enough, not too much— glancing in my direction ever so often. A subtle reminder of his illicit proposal.
His best man, Henry, was beside him. Like the obedient dog he was.
And there in front, sitting beside my dad like he owned the place, was Roman.
He wasn’t part of the wedding. He wasn’t even supposed to be here in the first place. But somehow, his dark suit blended into the picture, making him look like he belonged.
Like he was actually the main event.
He met my eye, the corner of his mouth lifting up in a smile. Then he
