Behind her veil, she had a confused look. Was Abraham late, or did he not remember they were supposed to have a wedding ceremony here today? While she was lost in thought, Agnes hugged Clarissa but whispered in her ear.

"Abraham isn't coming because he's not the one you're getting married to. You're actually getting married to his grandfather. And act cool----there are so many businessmen here, you don't want to blow things up in front of them," Agnes said before stepping ...