I didn’t have much time to contemplate it further before a sudden surge of energy washed over me. I recognized the feeling instantly. It was a mindlink from Aaron. I closed my eyes, letting the connection open as his voice flooded into my mind. "Sweetness, we might have a problem." My stomach tightened. "What’s going on?" I responded, glancing at my mother and Vic, both of whom had noticed my sudden change in expression. "Where are you?" "Just leaving the dress shop. Why?" There was a brief pause before Aaron’s voice returned, much more serious. "Because our father just decided. The ceremony date has been set." I froze. "Already?" "Yeah. And it’s… soon." My heart skipped a beat. "How soon?" "Three days." Three days. I almost dropped the bags in my hands. "Three days? Are you

