Love Story5 Chapter 1 At my wedding , just five minutes before I was about to appear , my mother in law pulled me aside and whispered , Dear daughter , after the wedding , should you return the $ 20,000 bride price ? I was taken aback . What do you mean ? Havent we already returned the bride price ? We nly kept $ 20,000 . that my husband Jacksons family isnt wealthy , the bride price was supposed to be $ 188,000 plus three pieces of gold jewelry . My family only accepted $ 100,000 without the jewelry and even returned $ 88,000 , keeping only $ 20,000 out of courtesy . I know it ! my mother in law said sharply . Im referring to the $ 20,000 that your family kept ! I was stunned . What do you mean , Mom ? Our family only kept a little over $ 20,000 . If I return it, we will have nothing left ! Do you think you can have a daughter in law for free ? she retorted . Look at you , why are you getting angry again ! she said , clearly unhappy . I dont intend keep this $ 20,000 . Im worried you might spend extravagantly , so I want to help you saved you really need it ! and return it to you 1 Besides , its not as if you have nothing left . Your family still has $ 2,000 ! At that moment , a hotel waiter hurried over . The bride is supposed to be on stage now . Youll be late if you dont go soon . I glanced at the time . There was still a minute left . Mom , can we talk after the ceremony ? I need to get ready to go on stage . Before I could move , my mother in law grabbed my wrist firmly . No ! You must promise me today , or I wont let you go . I was anxious , my forehead damp with sweat . The thought of a potential disruption to the Love Storys Chapter wedding was worrying me , and I knew my parents would be upset if something went wrong . The waiter looked at me nervously . I gritted my teeth . Okay , Ill transfer the money to you after the ceremony . My mother in laws expression brightened instantly . She gave me a reassuring push . All right , mother wont hurt you . Im only looking out for your best interests . Now , go ! Rushing against the clock , I finally made it to the stage . The ceremony proceeded smoothly . and the officiant set a perfect tone for the occasion . Now , let our bride and groom exchange rings ! the officiant announced . Amid the cheers of our relatives and friends , the best man and bridesmaid approached with two ring boxes . As I raised my left hand , Jackson remained still , not moving . Chapter 2 Chapter 2 In the latest episode of ReelTalk EP 37, titled "Confessions of a Casting Director" by CrushReel, dive into the behind-the-scenes world of bringing your favorite stars to the big screen. Casting Directors reveal the intricate process of selecting actors for roles and share insights into what they seek in fresh talent. Explore the nuanced themes and character elements that shape the casting decisions, shedding light on the unique aspects that influence the final choices. Discover the artistry and expertise involved in assembling the perfect ensemble to breathe life into each character on screen. What sets this episode apart is its candid exploration of the casting process, offering a rare glimpse into the meticulous craft of matching actors to roles. Uncover the passion and dedication that drive Casting Directors in their quest to create captivating performances. For an exclusive look into the world of casting and to learn more about this ongoing series, head over to CrushReel. Experience firsthand the magic of bringing characters from script to screen by delving into "Confessions of a Casting Director," available to read online at CrushReel.