REVENGE'S UNPLANNED LOVE

URS EA

f luxury, envelops her in its opulent embrace. Crystal chandeliers cast a soft, ethereal glow, dancing playfully on the gossamer curtains that f

a's soft humming drifts from the bathroom, a soo

th the sound of cascading water as Maya indulges in a mome

uncertainty lifted as she completes her vows. Each word, carefully chosen and imbued w

hat adorns the parchment. In the stillness of the room, she feels a sense of peace settle over her, knowi

mile graces Ismarie's lips, her heart brimming with

e excitement that pulses through her veins. With each gentle stroke, memories of love and

nquility, easing away any lingering tension. The room, suffused with the fragrance of lavender and jasmine, transforms into a s

voice pierces the tranquility of the room. Setting aside her relaxation, s

oice trembles with worry as she meets Maya's gaze

s. "There's been a mistake with the reservations for your bachelorette party

h each passing moment. Despite her efforts to maintain composure, the weight of

is out. Let's get dressed and head over there. We'll make sure everything gets sorted out." Though her voic

ight of the unexpected challenge awaiting them, they are greeted by yet another

carts, all caught in the throes of a heated argument. Voices rise in f

ng out to grasp Ismarie's arm for support. "What in the world

fore them. "I'm not sure, but it looks like there's some sort of mis

ir anticipation heightens with each passing moment. Finally, as the crowd beg

using Ismarie's heart to skip a beat. With a sense of disbelief, she turns to see a

y, their tension is palpable. Despite their divorce, they still bic

witch. "Larry, it's not that complicated. Just press the sw

evident. "I know how to turn on a light, Ma

ting their strained relationship. She hopes that the weekend getaway will offer them a chan

miliar bickering filling the air with tension. With a heavy sigh, sh

ation, "how did you both end up in the same hotel room? I

guilt. "Well, you see, dear," her mother begins, her tone apologetic, "there wa

"Adjacent rooms? But I made it clear that I wanted to avoid any potential c

his tone contrite. "We didn't realize until we ar

d disbelief. She can't help but wonder if this is just the beginning of a series of unfor

tuation now. Pushing aside her frustration, she resolves to make the best of it, deter

ddresses her parents with a request that she knows is f

ideal, but for tonight, could we please refrain from engaging in any further argumen

he impossibility of Ismarie's request. Despite their best intentions, o

to the best of their ability, knowing that even the smallest gesture of cooper

oice tinged with concern as she inquires about the whe

t? And Liezel?" Ismarie's

iet had a last-minute business trip, dear. She sends her apologies and wishes you a

e of relief washing

ouse at noon. He w

's attention, her brows furrowing in conf

r mind racing to piece together the puzzl

xplains. "Ismarie, Max wanted to surprise you. He came to

her senses. Though she's touched by Max's gesture, she can't shake the pan

ination shining in her eyes. "Thank you for letting me know, Dad

of excitement at the thought of the surprises that await her, e