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The moment so awaited by all the singles at the party arrived, the time for the bride to throw the bouquet, everyone took a position and waited.

As lively music filled the ballroom, Thais held the bouquet firmly in her hands, ready to launch it toward the single ladies present. Her gaze roamed the room, until her eyes found those of her cousin, the daughter of her uncle José and Suzana, her beloved adoptive cousin.

A smile lit up Thais' face when she saw the emotion in the young woman's eyes. She knew that her cousin also dreamed of true love and the happiness that marriage could bring. It was a special moment, filled with hope and anticipation.

With a graceful movement, Thais threw the bouquet towards the crowd, and all the women extended their hands, wishing to be the next to receive that symbolic blessing. In the midst of the commotion, her cousin stepped forward, reaching out and deftly catching the bouquet.

A cry of joy and surprise echoed through the hall, while Thaís's cousin p