After getting dressed I waited patiently in the room, Xander and I were not allowed to see each other before the ceremony.
I was feeling jittery, the high slit of my dress was making me uncomfortable, but I was excited too. I wanted Xander to see me in this dress, I wanted his appreciation.
After what felt like a century, Aunt Mary came, she smiled at me and for a second I started missing my mother.
This was supposed to be her right, but maybe in another life or in another world, I will have her by my side.
A lone tear rolled down my eyes, but I wiped it down before Aunt could notice it, but she saw it nevertheless.
“Don’t shed tears, my child, this is a happy occasion.” she patted on my shoulder.
We both left the room and headed toward the gathering.
“Only tears that should be in y
