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Engagement Party
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2024-10-29 19:42:56-ANASTASIA-
The party was already in a buzz by the time we had arrived and there were a few reporters and paparazzi for the event, from our side I think it is Rachel since Cain and myself will be in the party. I gave Helena to my parents and went with Nathan to talk to Adam and Natalie.
“Hey guys. Congratulations.” I said passing them each their gifts. Natalie hugged me followed by Nathan.
Nathan just wished in his usual stoic way and didn’t hug anyone. “Hey best man.” A voice said slapping on Nathan’s shoulder and I saw Marco smirking at Nathan. He knew that his best friend didn’t particularly enjoy this job. He glanced at me and smiled. “Wow. You look gorgeous Anastasia. Care to dance?”
I looked around and saw a few couples on the floor swaying to the music even Natalie and Adam had joined them. I watched Nathan whisper something to Marco who had his smirk on his face while looking a
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