Chapter 4 Author: Snail The next day, right on time, I stood at the entrance of the villa as Damien stepped out, carefully supporting Vivian as though she were something fragile. A flicker of guilt flashed across his face when he saw me. "Estelle, Vivian has never worn a wedding dress in her life. She just wants to tag along and take a look. Don't worry, she won't get in the way." I nodded without saying a word. Damien kept one hand protectively behind her back like she was made of glass. "Watch your step." "The sun's strong. Put your hat on." "Walk slowly, don't tire yourself out." Each word of concern felt like a dull knife, slicing me over and over again. Even after we got in the car, Damien would not stop fussing over her the entire ride. "Don't wander off. You need to do exactly as I say, even at the bridal boutique." When we arrived at the store, he told the staff to bring out the wedding dresses for me to choose from. However, he hovered anxiously by Vivian's side. "These dresses are heavy. Just look. Don't actually try them on. It'll exhaust you." "No! I want to wear one. I didn't even get to wear a wedding dress when we got our marriage license. Can't I at least try one now?" She pointed to the gown I had just picked out and asked in a sweet tone, "That one in Estelle's hand looks so pretty. Can I try it on?"