CHAPTER 71 MENDING THE CRACKS

They were greeted by their friends and family, who congratulated them and showered them with well wishes. They thanked everyone for coming, and it was time for the reception. As they walked into the reception hall, Samantha saw the beautiful decorations and the tables filled with delicious food. But the best part was seeing all their loved ones gathered together in one place, celebrating their union. She greeted lots of her family and friends, people she hadn't seen in years. She saw her birth father standing by the corner, a sad smile on his face. Jake had told her about him before now. He had contacted Jake but kept it a secret because of her pregnancy. "You want to go talk to him?" Jake asked. "Why not? Why would I want to invite him if I didn't want to speak to him? Let's go." She and Jake walked over to him. "Harden, I'm so glad you could make it." She said with a smile. "I'm happy to be here." He noticed Samantha looking around like she was searching for someone. " I tried