Chapter 33

Maya’s POV

I can’t even fathom how much Elias must have spent to allow us to deck out the Valenbourg Palace with such over-the-top extravagance. Every detail of the venue matched the décor: gleaming gold tabletops, ornate candelabras and chandeliers dripping with crystals, eight-foot floral arrangements, and—even more ridiculously—a six-tier wedding cake. Crap and shit! It was absolutely breathtaking.

I scanned the guests, plastering on my most radiant, joyous smile. They were Kingston’s business partners and clients, so it was essential that I convey genuine delight at marrying their boss. Just then, a familiar face caught my eye. Actually, several familiar faces. From the front row, Mary and her family were waving wildly at me. My heart nearly stopped, and tears welled up so suddenly I was sure I’d collapse to my knees. Thankfully, Elias was right beside me, catching me by th