Chapter 94

"So, um, you two are really here… to take a marriage photo?" The civil affairs office clerk asked cautiously, lowering their voice a little. Since this was just a partnership marriage, Carl had already made sure the whole process would stay strictly confidential. Madeleine sat there stiff as a board, gripping the hem of her shirt like her life depended on it. Beckett, on the other hand, was calm as usual. He even leaned a bit closer to Madeleine. "Miss, how about a little smile?" the clerk joked with a grin, trying to lighten the mood. Anyone unaware might think Madeleine was about to be executed, not married. Madeleine cast a nervous glance over at Beckett and forced a very awkward smile. The clerk let out a soft sigh. Still not quite what they wanted. "Dane said Chris used to run around butt naked when he was little. Got stung on the butt by a bee and finally realized pants are actually useful," Beckett said, turning to look at her. "That true?" She stared into his eyes, which had th