CHAPTER 83: The Wedding Party

　　The grand ballroom of the hotel shimmered with soft golden lights, casting a warm glow over the elegantly dressed guests. Laughter and the gentle hum of conversation filled the air as champagne glasses clinked and a live band played a gentle melody.

　　The room was adorned with lush floral arrangements with a mix of white roses and hydrangeas, setting the tone for a night of celebration. Emily's engagement ring caught the light as she glided across the dance floor hand in hand with John.

　　"John, do you remember the last time we were at a party like this?" Emily whispered in a low voice as they swayed to the rhythm of the music.

　　John's eyes flickered and for a moment the joy in them dimmed.

　　"You mean with Isabelle?" he asked, though he already knew the answer.

　　Emily smiled tightly, trying to hide the hesitation in her voice.

　　"Yes. I couldn't help but remember how... happy you both were. It felt like I could never catch your attention back then." Emily whispered.