CHAPTER 39

Zara’s POV My mother-in-law who has graciously arranged for a renowned wedding planner and designer named Charlotte Montgomery. My mother-in-law, on the other hand, seems reluctant to let go of my husband and our marriage. Despite this, I try not to let it dampen my spirits. As I sat there, engrossed in my messaging app, my mother's voice broke through my concentration.             “Are you okay?” she asked, concerned.             Startled, I refocused my attention and forced a smile, assuring her that everything was fine. “I was just checking in with Lucas to see where he is,” I calmly explained.             Mrs. Montgomery chimed in, understandingly. “Ah, it's rush hour, and the roads are congested. Mr. Blackwood is probably caught up in the traffic,” she said, offering an explanation for Lucas's delay.             Mrs. Montgomery proceeded to elaborate on the forest motif that she had planned for our wedding. The mere thought of a Twilight-like atmosphere filled me with an overwhelm