Ashley always knew her mother-in-law Karen disapproved of her, but nothing prepared her for the drama at their wedding. Karen showed up wearing a black dress, the color of mourning, and declared she was “mourning the loss of her son” on his wedding day. The room fell silent, stunned by the audacity, and Ashley’s perfect day seemed overshadowed by Karen’s cold stunt.

Despite Karen’s constant snide remarks and attempts to belittle Ashley—criticizing her clothes, cooking, and place in the family—Ashley stayed calm. She loved Dan and hoped things would improve, but Karen’s hostility never faded. On the wedding day, Ashley decided she wouldn’t let Karen steal her joy; instead, she planned a clever payback that would speak louder than words.

During the reception slideshow, after the usual photos of their relationship, a surprise appeared: a fake “In Memoriam” tribute titled “The Loss of a Son,” with a mock funeral invitation addressed to Karen. The crowd burst into laughter, and Karen was left red-faced and speechless. Ashley then handed Karen a bouquet of black roses with a sarcastic smile, turning Karen’s gloomy gesture into a humorous reminder that Ashley was here to stay.

From that day on, Karen’s passive-aggressive comments stopped, and Ashley never saw her in black again. Dan, unaware of the secret slideshow and bouquet, later apologized for his mother’s behavior and supported Ashley fully. The wedding drama became a story of resilience and wit, showing that sometimes the best payback is the one served with grace and a bit of humor.