During the wedding vows, I noticed my drug enforcement girlfriend who had passed away two years ago, sitting in the corner, silently watching me.
Before my rational mind could react, my eyes were already teary.
I was trembling all over.
The emcee smiled and said, "It seems our groom is too moved, marrying his beloved, he must be very happy. Let's give her a round of applause, everyone!"
Family and friends started clapping.
She smiled, lowered her head, poured a drink, raised her glass towards me from afar, and drank it all in one go.
I falteringly recited the vows, "In this lifetime, I will be loyal to you, no matter life or death, no matter..."
I couldn't continue.
Those were supposed to be words for her.
The bride gently wiped away the tears on my face, tiptoed to kiss me.
In the corner of my eye, that corner was now empty.