“Another gift?” Mira eagerly tore open the package. “Photos? So fast?” She giggled, scattering matte prints over the flowers. “Let’s see how I turned out.”
Her smile slowly slid off her pale face.
“What is this?” With tears in her eyes, she examined the photos—clearly taken by a professional.
On each of them Alex was kissing a beautiful woman—slightly taller, slightly fuller, and slightly older than the bride.
They were separated during the wedding. The bride’s father got rid of the unnecessary son-in-law. Three years from now, a mysterious stranger will appear on her horizon—a rich foreigner, so much like the late husband in his mannerisms.
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