See you again ✓

• 17 • Surprised •

Neutral point of view

The big day had finally arrived - Anna was getting married. Nervous yet excited, she walked down the aisle with her father, glancing ahead at Dan who was already waiting at the altar, visibly moved by Anna's beauty. As J.S. Bach's Prelude in C Major No. 1 filled the church, all eyes were on them. The ceremony began when Anna stood beside Dan and they exchanged vows, promising to cherish, love, and forgive each other. After sharing their first kiss as a married couple, the church erupted in applause. The newlyweds basked in well-wishes and congratulations, snapping photos with friends before Anna prepared to toss her bouquet.

"Okay, I'm gonna make sure to throw the flower in your direction." Anna said, turning to Jamie with a playful grin. "I know it'll be tricky since I'll be facing away, but I'll give it my best shot. Just keep your eyes on the bouquet, okay? You can catch it. I believe in you."

"You're crazy" Jamie laughed. "I hope you know that."

"Next time, tell me something I don't know! Now go join the others. Girls, are you ready? I'm throwing it!"

As Jamie blended into the crowd of women, Anna turned to check on her. With a few discreet gestures, she motioned to move to a better spot. "A little more to the right! No, not there... Yes, perfect - don't move!"

The bouquet flew through the air and landed right in the hands of another bride. As everyone cheered, Anna turned back, proud of her throw but curious to see where it had landed. When she spotted Jamie cheering for the next bride, realization hit.

"You did that on purpose!" Anna accused, hands on her hips.

"You told me not to move!" Jamie shot back, grinning.

"That wasn't meant to be taken literally!"

"Next time, be clearer!" Jamie laughed.

"You're making me sick. Let's go; I'm starving." Anna replied, rolling her eyes.

The newlyweds's reception was buzzing with energy. The lawn was packed and the bistro area was lively. After more well-wishes, it was time for Anna and Dan's first dance. They moved gracefully to the terrace, swaying to Otis Redding's My Girl.Anna, nestled in Dan's arms, felt a tear of joy slip down her cheek.

"Are you okay?" Dan asked softly, brushing a strand of hair from her face.

"I'm fine. Just a bit emotional." she admitted, smiling through her tears.

"It's our wedding, after all. It should be emotional." he teased.

"I was really nervous up there at the altar." she confessed, glancing away shyly.

"Hey, I'm not talking about myself." he replied with a playful smirk.

"Right, I believe you." Anna said, rolling her eyes.

"Seriously, though. Your dad was there with his calm, commanding presence. I felt so small next to him."

"Small? You stood tall and confident! That charming smile of yours was on full display." she teased, nudging him playfully.

"Come on, I'm a man. I had to stood tall and confident." he said, pretending to be serious.

"Since collapsing in front of my fierce father and all those guests wouldn't have been great for your image." she joked.

"You get me."

"That's why we're married." she replied, beaming before sharing a sweet kiss.

As the atmosphere shifted to a lively dance party with Wham's Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go, the couple kicked off the celebration, drawing guests into their excitement. They all found their rhythm, dancing and laughing together. It was a joyful celebration filled with fun activities. After enjoying the dancing and karaoke, Jamie slipped away from the crowd to catch her breath on the lawn. Sitting at a table on the terrace, she was caught off guard by a familiar voice from behind. When she turned around, her surprise was overwhelming - she hadn't expected to see him so soon. What a shock in just a few weeks!