CHAPTER 124 URGENT

Madison's eyes widened in shock as she took in the grandeur of the wedding reception. She had expected a small, intimate gathering, not a lavish extravaganza with hundreds of guests and a sea of paparazzi. "This is...this is not what I wanted," she stammered, her voice barely audible over the din of the crowd. Her mom's face fell, a look of disappointment and defensiveness crossing her features. "What do you mean, sweetie? I thought you'd love it. I wanted to give you the wedding of your dreams." Madison shook her head, feeling overwhelmed and trapped. "This is not my dream, Mom. This is your dream. I just wanted something simple and elegant, not this...this circus." The reporters nearby perked up, sensing a juicy conflict. "Looks like we've got a wedding drama unfolding, folks!" one of them whispered, camera at the ready. Madison's mom had been the driving force behind the wedding preparations, pushing for a grand and extravagant celebration. She had convinced Madison that it wou