Forever Begins Now

I gave myself a gentle slap on the head to snap back to reality as Jaxon approached. My father released my hand as Jaxon stepped forward, and he kindly helped me up onto the small platform where he stood. He leaned in to plant a sweet kiss on my cheek.

"You look absolutely stunning," he whispered in my ear, his eyes traversing down my form before locking onto mine once more, filled with adoration.