Ashley noticed the shift and then deliberately pushed the thought away. She told herself she was overthinking, letting nerves distort harmless moments. Today was too important to unravel over imagined signals. She forced herself to focus on the music, the guests, and the rhythm of the approaching ceremony.
She stepped aside for a moment to breathe, pressing her palms together, grounding herself. The noise faded slightly, replaced by the sound of her own breath. She reminded herself that everything was fine, that nothing could derail this day if she didn’t let it.