A few minutes after Avery had finished getting ready, a soft knock on her bedroom door pulled her from her thoughts. She opened the door to find her younger sister, Haylee, standing there with an excited expression on her face. Her cheeks were flushed with excitement, and her bright eyes sparkled with youthful enthusiasm.
"Shane is here, Avery," Haylee said, her voice bubbling with joy. "You look so pretty!"
Avery felt a rush of warmth and gratitude for her sister's support. She smiled and pulled Haylee into a quick hug, feeling the comforting connection that only family could provide. "Thank you, Haylee." She straightened her dress and took a deep breath, trying to calm the fluttering nerves in her stomach. Tonight was important, and she wanted everything to be perfect. How would Shane
