THE BRIDE HAS BEEN REMOVED.

” he said carefully, “without her father’s backing… I’m not sure this wedding still happens.”

Adrian stood up violently.

“It’s still happening.”

But even he didn’t sound convinced anymore.

Then came the final blow.

The maître d’ approached quietly.

“Mr. Vale?”

Adrian rubbed his forehead.

“What now?”

“I’m very sorry, sir, but the corporate account used for today’s continue reading …