As the applause settled and guests began congratulating them, laughter and tears mixing together, Serena and Roman moved through the crowd, accepting hugs and well-wishes.

Ryan and Kylie held her hands, Simon clapped Roman on the back, Anna and Mara cheered, and Rebecca whispered overjoyed words while Raya kept skipping around, still scattering petals.

Amid the crowd, Dominic approached, giving Serena a warm, respectful smile. “Serena… congratulations,” he said quietly. “You two deserve each other.”

Serena’s heart squeezed. “Thank you, Dominic,” she said softly. “I’m glad you’re here.”

He hesitated for a moment, then looked down. “I’m actually leaving the city soon.”

Serena’s brow furrowed. “Leaving? Why?”

“The Brighton group...