#29: Monster-in-Law
Even with Cecelia simmering, the vows unfolded without a hitch, and the room leaned forward as if breathing with them. Freya’s family cried through the promises, tears bright as the aisle runner. Their first kiss drew thunderous applause that rolled across the rafters and settled as joy.
Guests filed into a hall bright with food and warmth, every plate and flower paid for by Cecelia’s ambition. She reached the bride and hissed, What are these people doing here? Do you think this is a joke? Freya kept her smile and said she had never heard of the people, only how many.