However, no matter how anxious Avery Graham felt inside, she maintained a calm demeanor on the surface.
"First off, congratulations. I actually came in to give you this wedding gift in person," Mona Cervantes hadn't made a sound earlier, thinking Avery was asleep.
"...Thank you." Avery was slow to react for a moment before taking the gift from Mona's hands.
"Hmm, you're welcome. You're Bernard Taylor's choice, and even though I don't think you're better than me, since he chose you, I respect his decision. Also, blessings to you. Being Bernard's bride is your good fortune." After delivering the gift, Mona intended to leave. After taking a few steps, she turned back, "By the way, I wanted to tell you to cherish him. Until I get married, I'm always willing to be his backup. Also, he's not getting any younger; he's really looking forward to having kids. If you've got one on the way, keep it, but if not, that gift can help you two in conceiving."
