Chapter 1527

Cassandra looked troubled and sighed. "They've been like this ever since I was little. There's no point in saying anything." Wesley's expression darkened, but he didn't say another word. Amid the awkward atmosphere, all the guests finally arrived, and the bridal procession concluded. Next was the wedding ceremony itself. Everything had been arranged by Cassandra's parents. Though Wesley felt uncomfortable about it, there was little he could do. Life was like that—so many things were beyond one's control. The emcees, poised and elegant hosts from the district radio station, took the stage. According to tradition, the ceremony should have moved straight to the vows. The bride and groom were expected to take the stage. But Wesley's wedding was different. The two hosts first pulled out a list and introduced every single one of Cassandra's guests, ranked by status from highest to lowest. Not a single name from Wesley's side was mentioned. Once the list was read, applause e