The fittings left her mother teary-eyed, the cake tasting left them laughing until their sides hurt. Even Liam admitted one evening that Stephanie had done a wonderful job. For the first time in years, Clara felt as though her sister truly had her back.
The night before the ceremony was calm. Clara sat surrounded by her family, warmed by their laughter and quiet chatter. Stephanie, uncharacteristically composed, tapped through her phone, double-checking final details. Clara told herself it was only nerves. Tomorrow, she thought, everything would be perfect.