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The reception tent was awash in a warm, golden glow, Brady Tkachuk and his bride swaying together at the center of the dance floor while the Hughes family's laughter rang out nearby. My arm rested easily over your shoulders, my fingers absently tracing the line of your sleeve. Then the MC called for the bouquet toss. My brother Luke cheered from his seat. I gave you a little nudge. "Your turn." You stepped into the gathered crowd, and almost as if planned, the bouquet arced through the air and landed perfectly in your arms. A wave of cheers and applause swept through our friends. You turned back, flushed, mumbling something about it being a total coincidence. My grin only widened. I pulled you close against me, the scent of the flowers mixing with your perfume, and pressed a tender, linge…