His Knees, His Pleas, But Our Son's in Peace

Chapter 83

When I finally emerged from the dressing room, I noticed Carlos's eyes widen in

surprise. "Wow," he said, his voice almost breathless. "You look amazing."

"Thank you," I replied, feeling a flutter of pride at his compliment. But the lingering doubt gnawed at me. I wasn't sure I could pull off this look at Nathan and Sienna's wedding.

"Everything suits you perfectly; it all belongs to you," he continued, his admiration genuine. "But..." He paused, a glint of mischief in his eyes. "It's missing the most attractive thing."

"What do you mean?" I asked, curiosity piqued.

Carlos turned to the butler, who was standing nearby. "Bring that blue gemstone ring," he instructed. I watched as the butler disappeared into another room and returned moments later, holding a stunning ring. When I saw it, my breath caught in my throat. The blue gemstone sparkled like the ocean under the moonlight, and I recognized it immediately. "Carlos, this is incredible!" I exclaimed, awed by the beauty of the ring. I had seen it in magazines and exhibitions; it was known as one of the world's most famous pieces of jewelry-a perfect blend of the ocean and the moon.

Carlos smiled as he gently placed the ring in my hand. "I hope you have a good time tonight, Doris."

I slipped the ring onto my finger, and it fit perfectly, as if it were made just for me. The weight of the stone felt like a reminder of my intentions, a beacon of both beauty and chaos.

The beautiful design and bright color were stunning, and for the first time, I felt

Son's

face the night

back at Carlos, I couldn't shake the thought that he must have known about my plans. Did he

but the decorations were strange.

surrounded by my favorite flowers. It didn't make sense, but I tried not

walked inside.

the tension. Conversations seemed to die down as people noticed me. And

front, looking every bit the bride in her flawless white gown, her makeup perfect, her hair styled to perfection. But her

moment she saw me. Her face tightened as she looked me up and down. I knew what she was feeling-it must have hurt to see me standing there, confident and looking good, while she was the one who looked

matter how much she tried to shine as the bride, my presence

lit up when he saw me. "Doris," he called, smiling as he walked toward me. Sienna's reaction was immediate. I could practically feel her

Nathan," I said as he reached me. He took my hand, his grip

Chapter 83

Nathan didn't

nothing was wrong.

beautiful?" he asked, glancing around at the sunflowers. "I thought