Annabelle's heart seemed to stop for a moment. She glanced over at Edwards, her emotions swirling with pain, love and confusion. She had dreamed of this moment for so long, yet now that it was happening, it felt surreal. She looked down at Karen, her heart softening at the pure joy on his face, a face that bore so much of Edwards' features.
Alex, watching the interaction unfold, felt a lump rise in his throat. As much as he resented Edwards, he couldn't deny the emotion in the man's eyes, the way he looked at Karen as if he were the most precious thing in the world. Alex's protective instincts flared, but at the same time, he couldn't bring himself to interrupt the moment. His sister's happiness had always been his priority, and as much as he hated to admit it, Edwards was a part of that happiness.