Dance of Distance
Their first dance was supposed to be a moment of closeness, but instead, it was full of awkwardness. Though they appeared to be miles apart, Emily and Derek walked together, their bodies near one other but their emotions far away. The distance between them was filled with the words they were unable to utter aloud, making the dance floor seem enormous. Two strangers, not lovers, danced together.

Dance Of Distance
Rumors and Whispers
The event turned into a hive of rumor as the evening wore on. Speculating about the tension they sensed in the air, guests muttered. Some speculated about more serious problems, while others questioned whether there had been a fight. Everyone was trying to figure out why Emily and Derek were so distant on what should have been the happiest day of their life, and the happy event had become a mystery.

Rumors And Whispers