Meanwhile, Akiko stood quietly beside Angelina, a melancholic air surrounding her.
"Don't cry because your crush is marrying another girl in front of you," Angelina said, attempting to console her friend.
"I... I'm not..." Akiko's voice trailed off, her words failing to convey her true feelings.
Angelina gently placed a hand on Akiko's shoulder. "It's okay to be sad," she said, her voice soft and understanding. "It's natural to feel disappointed when someone you care about chooses someone else."
Akiko nodded, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. "I know," she whispered, her voice barely audible. She looked up and wiped her tears, her voice growing stronger. "I'm Akiko. Remember, I'm a strong woman with a ten-tailed fox," she said, trying to convince herself as much as Angelina.
Angelina smiled, seeing her cousin's strength shine through even in this moment of vulnerability.
