Eric stood up at the altar, nervous as he shifted from foot to foot, his hands wringing in front of him. There were so many people there, so many people looking at him with mixed expressions; jealousy, confusion, and mistrust, just to name a few.

He looked down at his feet, which caused him to receive a slap to the back of his head from his father. “Head up, boy. Be proud to be here.”

Eric immediately lifted his head and swallowed. “Yes, sir. Sorry, ...