Book 1: Chapter 123

One week had passed since Maria's departure, and Gabriella was still reeling from the news. She had received a message from Maria, brief and to the point, stating that she had left town and wasn't coming back. Gabriella hadn't replied, unsure of how to process her emotions. The hurt and betrayal still lingered, making it difficult for her to even think about Maria.

But today was a new day, a day that Gabriella had been looking forward to for weeks. She was finally marrying the love of her life, Enzo, and nothing was going to dampen her spirits. She stood in front of the mirror, adjusting her veil and smoothing out her white gown. She looked perfect, a vision of beauty and happiness.

As she gazed at her reflection, her nerves began to kick in. What if Elena showed up at the wedding? What if she tried to cause a scene again? Gabriella's heart raced at the thought, but she pushed it aside. Elena was in jail, and she wasn't going to let her ruin this special day.

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