The first shot was aimed at the pastor only moments after “I do”. One shot. Missed. Second shot at one of the new brides. Hit. Only, not where it was meant to.

She took a deep breath and hoped to whatever gods were up there that they’d be okay. This was *their* day not anyone else’s to ruin. No one had the right or the power to do so. Another deep breath then she slipped into the dress. It took years to find the right one, one that had a sheer covering over the arms instead of real sleeves. A dress too that was fitted but not a mermaid style.

She slid the tie up on her fiancée’s suit and smiled. “This is the stupidest thing we’ve had to have tried ever-“

“The trip to Hawaii is argue was more risky-“ A smirk played on her lips.

“I suppose except that didn’t include the words “I do””