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Chapter 162

Author: Hauling Treasures
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-09 17:05:41
Boom! Boom! Boom!!!

Fireworks erupted into the sky with a deafening roar, filling the air with the sound of celebrations. Since the fireworks were set off during the day, their impact was more about sound than sight.

The bride walked in, performed the wedding ceremony, distributed candy, and completed the necessary rituals before the wedding banquet commenced. The lively celebration continued until after three in the afternoon.

Many guests started to leave after their meals. Only close relatives remained, invited by Kendra to enjoy a final dinner.

Though reluctant, Cassie stayed behind.

The large table was crowded with uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, and the newlyweds, along with Iris' family.

"It's rare for our entire family to gather like this. It’s a pity Soren isn’t here," Kendra remarked. Soren, the youngest son of Iris' maternal uncle, was away studying at a university. He had two older sisters, one older than Iris and the other younger. The eldest sister was married with
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