Near the end of the evening, Valeria and her guest approached the newlyweds to congratulate them. The sight sent a jolt through Jason, his heart pounding in his chest. The room held its breath as they drew nearer.
Jason steeled himself, unsure of what to expect but knowing the moment had arrived. This wedding was his silent revenge, a declaration that he had thrived without her. He wanted Valeria to see the life he had built, to feel a pang of regret for ever doubting him.