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dn't know existed, a bold side that entertained the idea of missing out on a casual fling with a stranger. But that was far from the truth.

fasts with his classic car buddies only added to the worry. No matter how hard I tried to encourage healthy eating, he remained stubborn. The mention of my mother's losing battle with cancer by my so-called friends onl

m. And now, checking my phone in the morning, there was still no word from any of them. Ping. Mir's name appeared on the

ed you. I was so wasted and woke up in bed with a stranger! Did

ut of touch with reality for too long. Going out of town for a ra

nd you guys after you hit th

sted. Fuck. I was so

icament, but my mind was still entangled with the memory of encountering the attractive Mr. G

Did anyone see you leave with him? Do yo

ep with him. I feel like such an idiot. He's in the shower. I think I should leave. What the fuck am I supposed to say? They disappeared on the dance

, so I left. I have the wedding to at

. It was nice catching up. I'll ge

inviting me out. I hope ev

ith a random guy. It just sucks waking up hungo

izing as she expressed her regret and guilt over her drunken rendezvous. But deep down, I knew this wasn't m

ons, for their unwavering support during my mother's illness. The extent of my parents' relationship with these people remained a mystery to me, but I resolved to put my best foot forward and revel in the cel

ch, a wave of relief washed over me, grateful that I didn't feel bloated. The dress hugged my frame perfectly, accentuating my features. The burgundy color held a soft shimmer under the warm glow of my hotel room, making my skin appear as though it had been kissed by the sun. I couldn't help but silently thank my best guy friend, Clay, who had an im

lizing that I would likely be ascending to the rooftop once again for the reception. It made perfect sense, of course. This was the go-to spot for the wealthy, and the Johnsons certainly fell into that c

masterpiece! It was as if an artist had poured their heart and soul into creating an atmosphere of love, making even a solitary soul like me yearn to be in the arms of my one true love, basking in the splendor of such grandeur. Every detail was executed with precision and elegance, from the delicate candlelight to the gracefu

Mr. Gorgeous somehow appearing at the wedding with me? I looked at him, my breath catching, and placed my hand on his arm as he reached out to me. He had transformed into

speechless when I saw you at the entrance. You look..." He paused, that se

s meeting here?" I chuc

guests. "Maybe you and I will discover more later." I couldn't help but smile at him, complete

uests," I informed him when he g

I'll have the best view of you during the wed

ing a bit giddy from the wedding

e. "You're officially with me, which m

His smooth voice and those captivating eyes were doing something to me. How had I managed to capture his att

ght in his seductive gaze. "You can explain your

ook forward to seeing you at the reception," he said before turning to

was on some kind of surreal high from seeing him again. I couldn't wait for this ceremony to end so I could find him on the dance floor. There was something about him that dr

nd, I couldn't help but appreciate the romantic atmosphere that surrounded me. Clay and Joe would have been in awe of this place, surpassing even

at some royal ceremony. I love y

gorgeous babe you are. Xoxo! We want pi

for their invaluable assistance. Left to my own devices, I might have been hiding in a corner, wearing a simple c

y stood on a stage adorned with flowers and sparkles. Among them, the man without a name, the one who seemed to have stepped out of a dream and into my

k on him. His eyes shifted away from mine, and an intriguing expression crossed his face as he glanced towards the back of the room. A challenging

red, her green eyes sparkling, and her silver gown matched the extravagant setting perfectly. She appeared just as ca

nding there, impeccably dressed in his tuxedo. My heart raced with excitement as the bridal march began, and we all stood

aught when I saw his smile, and his eyes were on me, not the bride making her entrance. He suppressed a grin, and my heart fe

op gawking at him and figure out exactly who he was. I was determined to follow through with whatever was