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That day, she had walked toward him in that very gown—steadfast, radiant, and full of joy.

His heart had nearly burst from his chest. He had been so overcome with excitement that, like a giddy fool, he'd rushed toward her before the elders could even speak, swept her into his arms, and spun her around in jubilant cheers.

People had teased him about that for a long time.

"Nicholas... Nicholas..