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Now that they are done crying, Marie decides to bring up something which was bugging her during her ceremony. The new hair colour of her best friend. Why would she dye her hair? So, she just gotta ask.
'' Munchy, Why did you dye your hair brown? ''
Anxious, Dawn inquired " Wait, Do you not like it? ''
'' No - no, it is good.''
'' Seeing that her friend was not convinced by the answer. She added with a natural smile
'' It looks great on you but I like your silver blonde hair better than this '' Marie scanned the room for a particular person it was her brother. She found him in between a group of friends.
After scanning the room, her gaze swept over her wristwatch.
Seeing such a dull face Dawn understood.
'' I am sorry he did not show up ''
'' Don't be! My dad always does this. In truth, I thought I will be used to it by now but it is my f*cking wedding. One day in a year it's all I ask for, yet he did not show up. ''
'' Even my lame grandma from Ohio is here. As always he gives the best gifts. He offered a two weeks cruise ticket for our honeymoon. I declined the offer '' her voice became sadder
Every person wants their parents on that day, which happens once in a lifetime. A time to remember forever. But, Marie's dad put the importance of making money above his daughter's wedding.
To comfort her, Dawn stopped a waiter and handed over the glass of tequila '' At least your brother is here "
More to a quick taste of the drink and winced because of the strong alcoholic taste. That dud n8t stop her from drinking it.
'' About, that. Are you guys in a relationship''
Relieving the past moments, she hesitantly stated '' No''
'' The way you said it means you like the possibility, anyway thanks for bringing him along. In anger and frustration, I told him not to come, I will have to apologise to him. He is my only sibling after all. ''
'' You are right. But I did not bring him here, he picked me alongside my entire family in a limousine ''
Dawn averted her gaze from Marie to the floor feeling shy. '' Marie, Why did you not tell me. Your brother is famous ''
Marie gave her an obvious look and rolled her eyes. '' You need to start watching tv. Did you think I will pair you up with just any random guy? ''
Dawn noticed a woman in her late thirties speaking to Micheal who seemed agitated, he walks up and leave while the woman follows.
The woman was a tall brown skin woman in a strapless mini dress. Simple yet elegant with a fluffy scarf wrapped around her glorious neck. She was very beautiful with black bob-style hair.
After releasing her gaze from the two, she turned and inquired about the lady '' Marie, who is that woman with your brother ''.
After taking a long sip, Marie retorted in an icy manner '' My stepmother. I mean your future mother in law ''
Upon hearing this, Dawn rolled her eyes and attempted to take the glass from her friend. Who might just be drunk?
''I think you had enough of that tequila, you are saying nonsense''.
In turn, Marie laughed shortly and pulled Dawn's cheeks lovingly '' It's my day, munchy. Let it be. My brother will never settle down anyways, he is only 23 and has a lot of time to fill around '' she said half joking and half serious.
Also, all this time during their talk. Marie's husband has been watching them intently. And there was no sign of Andrew at the reception nonetheless he attended the wedding.
Feeling bad for the poor livet, Dawn patted Marie's shoulder to get her attention.
'' Ok, I think your groom is waiting for you and you are spending all your time with me ''
'' Tata, I will go and powder my nose and be back. Marie what direction is the washroom ''.
''' I..go left and take a right then left again. If you are still lost you can call me or ask for directions '' They bid goodbye with another hug.
'' I will ask for directions, thank you. Go meet your groom, Mrs Yates ''
They laugh in unison and separated after one more long hug.
Following them parting ways, Dawn uses the directions to find the bathroom. Dawn scanned the room but could not see Passion. She got worried and tried calling but her phone died.
'' Oh my, I forgot to charge my phone yesterday ''
Midway she came across a guy in a black hoodie only his ruffled brown hair could be seen and the tattoo of a crab on the back of his palm, she politely greeted and stopped him by holding his arm which he pushed off aggressively. He was in a hurry to leave.
'' Sorry, Sir. I am looking for the restroom. Am I in the right direction '' her voice was mild and soft?
He replied curtly in a cold manner '' Do I look like I work here? ''
Dawn stood shocked by his answer and shouted '' Thank you for nothing, Jerk''
The man in the hoodie yelled back '' You much appreciated ''
Finally, she found the restroom after wandering around.
She entered and fixed her makeup using the restroom reflector.