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Chapter 549

Author: Michy Gaza
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My heart pounded against my ribs as I took a shaky breath, trying to steady my emotions. But as I turned to face the guests, my family, my friends, and most of all, the man standing just a few steps away, my voice trembled with overwhelming emotion.

"This isn’t just Kim’s wedding," I finally said, my voice thick with unshed tears. "It’s mine too."

Gasps filled the air, followed by a stunned silence. Then, all at once, the crowd erupted into excitement.

I heard my mother’s joyful sob, saw Kelvin blinking in surprise before his face broke into a smile. Kim squeezed my hand, winking, and Desmond chuckled beside her. But my eyes weren’t on them.

They were on Dave.

He stood motionless for a moment, his eyes locked on mine. Then, with the help of his crutches, he began to walk toward me, determination in every step.

When he finally reached my side, he lifted a hand to my face, his thumb brushing against my cheek.

“You’re crying,” he murmured, his voice thick with emotion.

I laughed shakily,
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