Chapter 102

Saturday marked the wedding between the Collins and Mitchell families. The ceremony was held at a church during the day, and the evening banquet took place at Cedar Garden. It was chilly in November, but the Collins family poured in money to set up a heated venue. That night, the place was packed with socialites, dressed to the nines and mingling. The Thompsons arrived pretty early. Serena had been out of the social scene for a few years, so many didn't recognize her. But she was undeniably attractive, and more than a few rich heirs came up wanting her Twitter. Serena kept her cool and turned them all down politely. Mrs. Thompson looked even prouder. "My daughter doesn't just make friends with anyone," she said haughtily. For a moment there, they really were the center of attention. But not far off, Lauren's family wasn't too thrilled. It was, after all, their daughter's big day, and here was Serena wearing white-was she trying to steal the spotlight? Lauren didn't make a fuss. She tur