Lilia's eyes flew wide in shock as Zethan's lips met hers.
She hadn't expected that—not in the slightest.
A kiss.
A real kiss, in front of everyone.
Her breath hitched as warmth spread across her face. She had attended various weddings before, but this—this was different. It wasn't just surprising; it was stunning, breathtaking, almost surreal. Nothing like this had ever happened to her.
Not in her wildest dreams.
The moment stretched endlessly before her, the sound of her own heartbeat thudding in her ears. She felt the eyes of the audience, their murmurs of surprise barely reaching her through the haze of emotions swirling inside her.
Then, after a brief pause, the priest let out a small chuckle, shaking his head in quiet amusement. His lips curled into a knowing smile, his eyes reflecting something akin to admiration.
Finally, he spoke.