Post-Vow Reflections
Emily was confused after the ceremony and questioned whether she and Derek could still be together after what he had done. She stood by herself and relived the scene at the altar, remembering every word he spoke. Emily began to pull together a strategy in the silence of her mind. She wanted Derek to realize how deeply hurt he had caused her. It was about giving him a lesson he would never forget, not just about getting even.
Post Vow Reflections
An Awkward Reception
It was like walking a tightrope at the reception. There was tension in every exchange between Emily and Derek, and their smiles were forced and phony. Emily maintained her distance, making it obvious that she was cool with Derek. In an attempt to put together what had gone wrong, guests noticed the mood and exchanged glances with the newlyweds. Every moment was made more unpleasant by the abundance of unspoken things in the air.
An Awkward Reception
