THE WEDDING CEREMONY
As Elle tried to quell nausea caused by little sleep and nerves, she admired the bouquet of flowers Mae had made for her just the night before. They lay on the vanity table, ready for their debut in just 5 minutes time. Freshly cut hydrangeas, peonies and roses were held together with white silk ribbon, the smell of them filling the dressing room of the Country Manor House. They were a beautiful mix of ivory, blush pink and peach, and matched the colour of the bridesmaids' dresses perfectly.
Once more checking her hair was still pinned perfectly in place, Elle looked at herself in the mirror with tears already brimming her eyes. She dabbed at them with a tissue, being careful not to ruin her makeup. Harriette had agonised over it, ensuring Elle wore enough to enhance
