The murmurs of the audience, the rustling of their clothes, and even the firm intonations of Lucian and Camila reciting their vows began to sound distant, as though they were coming from the end of a long tunnel. The vibrant colors of the ceremonial decor started to blur and meld into a foggy haze, making the surroundings seem dreamlike and unreal.
Meirah's chest tightened, each breath feeling laborious as if she were trying to draw air through a constricted space. Her pulse quickened, and she could feel the frantic beat of her heart echoing loudly in her ears. The ground seemed to sway beneath her feet, and the weight of the memories, regrets, and lost love bore down on her, making her feel anchored and heavy.
The ambient sounds became disjointed, fading in and out. Her vision started t
