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The Engagement

The private dining room shimmered with elegance, the soft lights casting a warm glow over the scene. I smoothed the fabric of my dress, feeling a little bit of the nerves creep in as I took in the polished elegance of the room, and the finely dressed guests.

For the first time in a long time, I felt like a part of something—something larger than myself, and surprisingly, it didn’t feel suffocating.

Both families exchanged warm greetings, polite words and subtle smiles as everyone settled into their seats. And just as I took a quiet breath, Tessa appeared, beaming as she moved toward me, her arms open wide. “Emily!” she exclaimed, wrapping me in a tight embrace.

“You look incredible,” she whispered with a grin, pulling back to give me a long look. Her eyes sparkled with that familiar warmth, and for a moment, it was like we were just two friends at a casual gathering. Her energy was infectious, and I couldn’t help but feel my nerves ease a bit.

“Thank you, Tess,” I murmured, retu
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