BREAKING PATTERNS (JENLISA)

CHAPTER 34

Jennie's eyes glistened, lips quivering. "Lisa... I've dreamed of this. Of you. Of our family. You're my home, my heart... my chaos. And I promise to be yours, always."

Lucas could no longer contain himself. "I love you, Mommy! I love you, Dada! Can I kiss you too?"

The friends erupted into playful chaos, shouting questions and squeals:

Chaeyoung: "HOW DID YOU EVEN DECIDE THIS TODAY?? WHAT MADE YOU THINK NOW??"
Suzy: "THIS IS SO FAST! I NEED DETAILS! Who suggested the city hall first?!"
Irene: "WHAT IS HAPPENING? WHY DIDN'T YOU TELL US? Is this some romantic emergency?"
Momo: "I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS. I NEED AN EXPLANATION! Did you wake up and suddenly decide??"
Nayeon: "Wait... you actually just walked in, booked it, and did this?? Are you kidding me?"

Lisa whispered into Jennie's ear behind her mask, grinning. "He's stealing the show."

Jennie laughed, planting a kiss atop Lucas's head. "He always does."

The officiant smiled warmly. "By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you married."

Lisa and Jennie hugged tightly, Lucas wedged in between them, as soft pink and blue confetti rained down from a hidden basket above. Friends shouted, clapped, and laughed, still bewildered but enchanted by the moment.

The confetti floated down like tiny clouds, and some landed in Lucas's hair. He squealed, trying to catch them, making everyone laugh even more.

Lisa brushed a kiss along Jennie's temple. "Just us, and we didn't even bribe anyone to keep this secret," she teased lightly.

Lucas squealed, bouncing in her arms. "Can we celebrate now??"

Lisa laughed, sweeping him up. "Absolutely, champ. But first... a family photo."

Jennie wrapped an arm around Lisa, smiling through tears. "Our little family. Finally official."

The room buzzed with questions, excitement, playful chaos, and whispered guesses, but for Lisa, Jennie, and Lucas, it felt intimate, magical, and completely theirs—a perfect, secret wedding that no one could ever forget.

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The villa in Seoul glowed warmly in the early evening, soft lights reflecting off the polished wooden floors. The scent of fresh flowers and lightly spiced appetizers filled the air. Inside, only their closest friends were gathered—Jennie's college cheer squad and Lisa's old Korea University friends. It was intimate, cozy, and perfectly secret.

Jennie and Lisa stepped in, Lucas skipping happily between them, still dressed in his baby-blue suit. Everyone turned, expecting another round of chaos like the city hall ceremony, but this time, the couple had something to say first.

Lisa cleared her throat, drawing everyone's attention. "Okay... we know you've all been dying to ask questions," she began, her voice calm but warm. "But Jennie and I want to explain everything properly before you jump to conclusions."

Jennie nodded, squeezing Lisa's hand. "We just got back together a few days ago. That's why everything seems so sudden. We wanted to take a moment to tell you the truth."

A quiet murmur ran through the room, friends exchanging curious glances. No one spoke yet; everyone knew to listen first.

Lisa stepped up beside her, taking Jennie's hand. "And second... since the world now knows about Lucas, the PR team said we needed to make our marriage official immediately—and pretend that we've been married for four years. To the public, Lucas can't be a child out of wedlock. They asked us to tell a story, and... well, we're asking for your help so that no one finds out what really happened between Jennie and me. We trust you guys."