Chapter 69: The Wedding Day

The morning of our wedding day dawned clear and bright, the sun casting a warm glow over the vineyard. I woke up early, feeling a mix of excitement and nervous anticipation. Today would be one of the most memorable days of my life. "Morning, bride-to-be," Samantha greeted me as she and the bridesmaids arrived at the bed and breakfast. We had planned to get ready together, sharing the excitement and joy of the moment. I grinned, feeling my heart flutter. "Morning, everyone." As we settled into our preparations, Samantha pulled me aside, a mischievous glint in her eye. "Lily, I have a little surprise for you," she said, handing me a small, beautifully wrapped box. Curiosity piqued, I opened it to find a delicate silver bracelet with a charm that read "Best Friends Forever." Tears welled up in my eyes as I looked at her. “Thank you, Sam. This means so much to me.” She hugged me tightly. “I’m so happy for you, Lily. Today is going to be amazing.” The morning passed in a blur of hair,