Chapter 536 – Second Chance Love of the Missing Groom Novel

Erin pinched his cheek. “You won’t say that if it were your girlfriend.”

Tommy blinked. “What’s a girlfriend?”

Erin rubbed her chin. How would she explain that?

Abigail interrupted just then. “We’re here.”

They alighted after their chauffeur parked their car, and the manager was already waiting, receiving them as soon as they entered.

They were led to the VIP room where Abigail and Tommy sat on the couch, waiting while Erin got changed in the dressing room.

There were plenty of sweets and beverages prepared on the table, and Tommy started to snack on the chocolate.

Abigail had to take out a tissue to wipe the chocolate that smudged over his mouth. “Take it slow.”

Tommy held it out to her mouth. “This is good. Try it, Mommy.”

Abigail opened her mouth and ate it.

There was a lemony flavor to the strong chocolate taste, and there was a minty freshness to the sugar sweetness.

The texture was rich and good as Tommy described it.

She quietly watched as Tommy went through everything else, while Erin soon came out of the changing room in her wedding gown.

It fused modern fashion with traditional Zidonian styles.

Despite Erin’s usually lively demeanor, she appeared more prim and mature with the gown. After all, getting too risque at a wedding ruined the solemnity, especially if children or elderly were attending.

It was obvious that Erin had given it extra thought.

“How do I look?” Erin asked, twirling in front of Abigail.

Abigail nodded repeatedly. “It’s great.”

Tommy was still munching on his snacks and murmured,” You look like a fairy.”

Any woman would be pleased when they are praised for their beauty, and Erin was no exception.

She happily arched her back to pat his head. “Thank you for your compliment, Tommy.”

Having tried and ascertained that the wedding gown fit, Erin also decided on the makeup and hairstyle since it had to match the gown.

They ended up working late into the afternoon. Tommy was so bored of waiting he fell asleep on the couch, and Abigail had to carry him when they left.

Tommy woke up in the car, but even before he opened his eyes, he asked, “Bring me another cake, Mommy…”

Both Erin and Abigail laughed from his reaction, and Erin asked, “What cake would you like? I’m buying.”

It was only then that Tommy saw that they had left the boutique and were in the car.

Since it was almost evening, Erin got some confectionery at a bakery before taking everyone to dinner at a restaurant.

It was 8 PM when Abigail and Tommy reached their lodgings, and Tommy went to sleep after a bath, worn out after staying outside for a day.

Abigail took care of her baby so that Mrs. Watson could rest.

Neither Diarmuid nor Zachary was around, though they might be with James at the moment.

She did not call to ask, and she tucked in her baby when it was late.

It was late when she sensed the door opening while asleep, but she continued to sleep since she was too sleepy.

As Diarmuid lay down, he wrapped his arms around her from behind.

She in turn leaned against his firm, warm chest when she felt him, pressing herself against him.

“What time is it?” she asked groggily.

“Almost one,” Diarmuid replied.

Abigail frowned a little. “That’s very late.”

“I was helping James with something,” he said, groping her waist a little. “Just sleep.”

“Yeah,” Abigail replied, easily falling asleep since she was drowsy anyway.

It was soon Erin and James’s wedding.

Abigail woke early to dress up her sons since everyone, including the children, must appear presentable in any wedding.

They also headed out early, since it would not do to be late.

Erin had professional help so she did not need much assistance, though Abigail still had to manage her children since there would be many others attending the wedding.

Abigail’s baby was being difficult. He was refusing to be carried, but he was also so small that anyone not noticing would knock into him if he walked. That was why someone must always be on hand to watch him.

Tommy was older and would stay put and stick with Abigail when told so.

“It’s such a grand wedding,” Mrs. Watson exclaimed in awe, impressed by the wedding hall when they arrived.

The place was as grand as it was dreamlike-Mick certainly was not going to be stingy since Erin was his only child, and he had many friends in Minerva.

James had also been making a fortune over the years he worked for Diarmuid and could naturally afford such a wedding too.

However, Mick was the one who actually paid, saying that it was his duty as a father.

Mrs. Watson leaned in to whisper into Abigail’s ear, “I think Mr. Althoff should do one for you too.”

Abigail smiled. “Now? Both our children are walking already…”

“Exactly. This is a once in a lifetime occasion for women,” Mrs. Watson said.

Abigail saw Diarmuid coming just then and stopped Mrs. Watson while smiling. “Have you finished greeting your friends?’

Diarmuid had basically been mobbed ever since he entered, and it took him a while to free himself.

Holding Tommy’s hand, he said, “Yeah. Let’s head downstairs together later.”

He certainly did not want to socialize, but it was necessary when he met acquaintances.

However, there were too many, so they headed to the lounge upstairs where they would wait for the wedding to start before coming downstairs.

Zachary had been with James, clicking his tongue as he looked at James and commenting, “Tut, tut! What a show- off!”

James could kick him right then.

He was just suited up appropriately for the occasion! How was he being a show off?!

“Why don’t you take a look at your own face?” he told Zachary.

“I look good,” Zachary said, looking himself in the mirror just then.

He saw the sly smile on James’s face before he could finish and came to a realization, bellowing at the other man,” You’re the one whose face is twisted from jealousy!”

James simply clapped him on the shoulder. “I have to socialize with my guests. Keep being alone forever!”

Zachary was speechless-could he stop plunging the dagger further into his heart?!

He had been immature and made mistakes, which led to losing the love of his life. But did he really have to be reminded of that constantly?!

He quickly caught up with James since James’s leg has not fully recovered, and he said, “Does it please you that I’m hurting?”

James shot him a look. “Why are you hurting? You have a daughter. I don’t.”

Zachary became smug at the mention of his daughter. “Right … I do have a daughter, while neither you nor Diarmuid do!”

James was left speechless-the man really needed a slap in the face!

“I wonder what Mr. Althoff would do if he heard you,” James growled.

“I said it to his face,” Zachary said.

James flashed a thumbs up at Zachary. “Impressive. Also, stop rambling around me. I still have guests to receive.”

“You go do that.” Zachary realized that he had been talking too much too, before adding, ‘Til come along.”

He could help James with the guests since James had not fully recovered.

James was certainly grateful for his goodwill. “Thank you.”

“Why so formal? We’re brothers, aren’t we?” Zachary said, putting an arm over his shoulder.

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