Finally, the father and daughter stood before Glades Horne.
Chris Bluen smiled contentedly and, with full trust, handed Julia Bluen's hand into Glades Horne's, saying, "Julia, I entrust her to you."
Glades Horne gripped Julia Bluen's hand tightly, nodded solemnly, and exchanged a glance with Chris Bluen—a look that signified the promise between men.
The two of them turned to face the priest, listening to his blessing. Glades Horne's grip on Julia's hand grew tighter; he was holding onto his happiness with all his might.
"And now, the bride and groom shall exchange rings," the priest said with a benevolent smile, admiring the perfectly matched handsome groom and beautiful bride.
The diamond rings that the elderly lady had specially presented to the young couple were brought out, and the two of them slipped the rings onto each other's fingers. A small diamond ring bound their lives together.
