The organist hit a wrong key, sending a harsh, sour note echoing off the high rafters before the music stopped completely.

I stood tall in the doorway light, holding my gown at my side so everyone could see me standing there alone.

“The wedding is canceled,” I announced, my clear voice carrying to every corner of the church.

“There won’t be a ceremony today.

Please go home.”

Seth reached out to grab my shoulder from behind, but Paige came out of the hallway and shoved him hard against the wall.

“Don’t touch her,” Paige snapped, her right foot tapping hard on the rug as she stood guard.