Chapter 107 Challenge

• As the evening sun had already dipped below the horizon, the lighting only seemed to contribute to the enchanting ambience. Fine wine flowed freely, with bottles from the family's private vineyard as well as selections from the most esteemed wineries. Throughout the evening, Paul and I remained in close proximity to each other.
• We exchanged smiles, playfully teased one another, and shared romantic, brief kisses. Perhaps it was the charming atmosphere of the wedding, but I felt as though I were falling in love with him. We were enveloped in our own private world, sounded by glamour, echoes of laughter, music, and clinking glasses.
• Paul shifted in his seat; the collar of his shirt seemed to exert unrelenting pressure against his neck. I held onto his shoulder, leaning forward with a pensive smile, and asked, “Are you feeling all right?”