Madelyn's fingers glided softly over the screen of her phone, her eyes fixated on the vibrant video playing before her. The reception of Chantana and Isla's wedding in Thailand bloomed to life in full colour and emotion—beneath swaying palms dusted in the golden light of dusk, the couple stood hand in hand, surrounded by lanterns that glowed like stars caught in an earthly sky.
The gentle cadence of traditional Thai instruments echoed faintly in the background, underscoring the tender promises being exchanged between two radiant brides. As the scene unfolded, a warm, involuntary smile curled across Madelyn's lips, her heart quietly aching with joy.
The ceremony was unlike anything she'd seen before, an exquisite fusion of ritual, reverence, and romance. Soft flower petals were strewn across silken paths, and vibrant marigolds and jasmine blossoms intertwined in garlands of gold and ivory.
