Not peaceful at all

"I take Maxine Marviz to be my daughter." His eyes were filled with tears as he looked at her. He slowly turned to me.

Our world was finally at peace. I was standing here in front of him, trying not to ruin my makeup behind this facade of calmness. His words were a balm to my soul, bringing closure to years of uncertainty and fear.

"As I finally marry her mother, who captured my heart through the years—the woman who makes me go crazy, loves me, and changes me to be a better person—together, we will create a new chapter in our lives filled with love, happiness, and unity. Our family is now complete with Maxine as our daughter, bound by love and commitment." His voice cracked with emotion as he reached out to hold my hand. As I looked into his eyes, I knew that all of the challenges we had faced together had led us to this moment of pure happiness and love.

With tears in my eyes, I whispered, "I love you," and felt his grip on my hand tighten, solidifying our bond forever.

"Thank you fo