Chapter 19 - THE HAMPTONS WEDDING
By late August, the wedding of Jonathan Sterling and Maria took place at a private oceanfront estate in the Hamptons.
White silk canopies stood over the golden sand, while gentle Atlantic waves crashed against the shore in the background.
Distinguished guests filled the wooden pews, watching as Maria walked down the carpeted aisle in a lace gown.
Her dark hair was adorned with a simple pearl veil, and she held a bouquet of fresh white lilies in her hands.
Jonathan stood at the altar in a crisp grey suit, his eyes shining with tears of joy as he watched his bride approach.
Little Thomas, now a toddler wearing a miniature tuxedo, sat happily in the front row with Senator Vance.
"I promise to honor, protect, and love you for all the days of my life," Jonathan vowed, placing the ring on her finger.
"I promise to stand by your side through every storm and shadow," Maria vowed softly in return.
The minister pronounced them husband and wife, prompting loud cheers and applause from the joyful crowd.
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Jonathan pulled Maria close, kissing her deeply as the sun dipped beneath the golden horizon of the ocean.
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