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Wedding Day

Claire stared at her reflection in the full-length mirror, her stomach twisted in knots.

She looked… beautiful. The dress was a masterpiece of delicate lace, a flowing train, and just enough sparkle to catch the light. Naomi had made sure of that.

“I still can’t believe you’re actually doing this,” Naomi muttered, standing behind her with her arms crossed.

Claire sighed, adjusting the veil. “Trust me, neither can I.”

Naomi narrowed her eyes. “You know it’s not too late to run.”

Claire let out a dry laugh. “And do what? Go back home and face my dad’s wrath? No, thanks.”

Speaking of her father… Claire’s stomach soured at the thought of him sitting proudly at the front of the church. Not because he believed in her happiness.

No. He saw this wedding as a business opportunity a merger, an alliance that could pull his company back from the edge.

That was the only reason he suddenly supported her decision.

He thought Gordon loved her.

To him, love was strong enough to break any
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