#Chapter 304: Something to Share

Nina The living room was alive with conversation and laughter, the walls echoing the joyous celebrations of the semester’s end. My friends, many of whom I had known since freshman year, were scattered around, some lounging on the plush couches, others congregated in animated discussions around the dining table. “Look at her, the blushing bride!” Jessica’s voice, dripping with playful sarcasm, rose above the hum of conversation as she approached me. Her arm was draped around Lori, who, despite the teasing remark, wore a proud smile. I laughed, rolling my eyes. Enzo and I had been married for several months now, and my friends rarely let me live down the fact that we had gotten married so young. But that’s just what happens when you find your fated mate. “Jessica, I swear, one more mention of me being a ‘bride’ and I’ll throw you into the pool,” I said. “Hey! It’s not every day one of our own decides to tie the knot so young,” she winked, nudging me gently.