CHAPTER 129 The Vows – Part 1

　　If you like music, try “Kiss Me (Piano)” by Dermot Kennedy. It’s what I listened to while writing these scenes!

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　　~ RIG ~

　　“I’ll go first,” I said to buy myself time, which was completely redundant. I could feel Mack shaking with restrained laughter behind me, but I put it out of my mind—slammed my mind closed to him and Natalie.

　　I was only sharing this moment with her.

　　When I looked down for a second to try and clear my mind, Cara’s fingers tightened on mine, and it made my heart sing.

　　That was the point, right?

　　Right.

　　“Cara…” I started slowing, clearing my throat. “I’ve been waiting for this day my whole life without even knowing it. When we met, I didn’t know what I needed, so I didn’t know what to ask for, or even what to hope for. But… the only word I can think of is joy. It makes me feel joy that I’m standing here with you.”