Chapter 77

Cameras flashed endlessly. Stefan had requested the media to do their job. This moment was theirs. Anyone with the best picture would have a reward. He wanted the whole world to witness their union.

Mothers touched their chests. Friends smiled through tears. Even strangers who had only come out of curiosity couldn't help but whisper, “She’s beautiful,” like it hurt to say it out loud.

At the altar, Stefan felt like the air had been knocked out of his lungs.

His eyes never left her.

His jaw clenched out of restraint. Because if he allowed himself, he might break the composure he'd fought hard to maintain. His hands...