The master of ceremonies
With a gentle hold on the bride’s arm, the groom led her to the side of the stage. As they made their way, the master of ceremonies announced an intermission, instructing everyone to remain seated. Larry, who had been harboring anxiety all day, seized the opportunity to disclose the truth about his family and his reluctance to have them present.
This moment had loomed over him for weeks, but as it unfolded, he felt a wave of relief wash over him. Confident that the bride would understand and support his decision, he was grateful for her unwavering backing. Acknowledging his own fault in the matter, he realized that had he confided in Barbara from the start, she wouldn’t have felt compelled to orchestrate this surprise behind his back. As he finally opened up to Barbara during the intermission, Larry experienced a complex blend of relief and guilt.