When my best friend Emily asked us to be her bridesmaids, we expected a day of joy, not a financial shock. As the drama unfolded, karma intervened unexpectedly, testing our friendship and turning the wedding into an unforgettable event. In the bridal suite, excitement filled the air as Emily, the bride-to-be, fluttered around checking details.

She handed out stunning bridesmaid dresses, each a masterpiece of pastel shades and intricate lacework. At the picturesque garden ceremony, Emily’s radiant smile as she met James at the altar moved us all. The heartfelt vows made even practical me tear up. The reception sparkled with laughter and music. During a private moment, Emily dropped a bombshell, asking us to reimburse her $1,200 each for the dresses. Shocked, we hadn’t budgeted for this. Before we could respond, a towering wedding cake, mistakenly ordered at 50 kilograms, arrived, causing a commotion. Faced with the colossal cake bill, Emily panicked.