BerniceThe officiant cleared his throat, adjusting his collar as he regained his composure. "Well, then," he said, his voice steadier now, "shall we continue with the ceremony?"Christian and I nodded in unison, our hands clasped tightly together as we faced the officiant. The room fell into a hushed silence, the earlier chaos fading into the background."Dearly beloved," the officiant began, his voice carrying across the ballroom, "we are gathered here today to witness the union of Christian Miller and Bernice Stephen in holy matrimony. Their love has overcome numerous obstacles, and today, they stand before us, ready to commit their lives to one another."He turned to Christian first. "Christian, do you take Bernice to be your lawfully wedded wife? Do you promise to love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, forsaking all others, keeping only unto her, for as long as you both shall live?"Christian's eyes never left mine as he spoke, his voice clear and u
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