Author’s POV
Three months later, the grounds of the Carter estate transformed into a fairytale wedding venue. White roses cascaded over elegant arches, crystal chandeliers suspended from the open-air pavilion caught the afternoon sunlight, and champagne flowed freely among New York's elite.
Aria stood before the floor-length mirror in the bridal suite, her fingers trembling slightly as she adjusted her veil. The custom Vera Wang gown hugged her curves before flaring out in a dramatic train, making her look every bit the princess she never thought she'd become.
"You look stunning," Claire gushed, dabbing at her eyes. "Liam is going to eat his heart out when he sees what he lost."
Summer nodded vigorously while fixing a strand of Aria's hair. "The press is going crazy outside.
