Chapter 31

• Ellis Barker entered the garden with an elegance and mystery that intrigued everyone who watched her. She wore a stunning black dress with a sweetheart neckline and wide straps, which accentuated her silhouette and made her even more beautiful. The skirt was wide, made of smooth fabric in a deep and imposing black, gracefully spreading around her feet in a princess style.
• A black fascinator-type garland covered her eyes, giving her a mysterious and seductive look. Her makeup was light, with emphasis only on her lips, which were painted with intense and elegant wine-colored lipstick. Her loosely tied hairdo gave the impression that she didn't care about the formalities of the wedding, leaving her nape and neck exposed, without any jewelry to adorn them.
• Ellis's appearance caused a frenzy among the guests, who whispered to each other, wondering if she was really dressed for the wedding or a funeral. The groom's mother, in particular, was horrified by the appearance of her future daughter-in-law, considering it inappropriate for the occasion.