“You’re joking, right? You’re now a rich woman too. The inheritance rights of the Farwell family won’t appeal to you.” Lucian handed her the bouquet of roses, then produced his phone and turned on the front camera.
Bending over slightly, he pressed his cheek against Roxanne’s. “What are you doing?” Roxanne was taken aback.
“Smile! I’m uploading a picture of us as my first post on Instagram!” Lucian said. Roxanne looked at the camera and smiled brightly, brimming with pure happiness. After taking several pictures in a row, Lucian began to write a caption.
“Isn’t this inappropriate? Your followers are important clients or close family members. Don’t you have to portray a stern persona? That’s the reason why you’ve never uploaded anything over the years, isn’t it?” Roxanne cautioned hesitantly. Lucian shook his head. “You’re the reason why I’m learning to change.”
Roxanne was stunned by those words. At the same time, she was curious about the caption he wrote. Hand in hand until the end? Or is he telling the world that he loves me?
She quickly fished out her phone and refreshed her app, eager to see what Lucian had posted. Looking up, she met his twinkling eyes.
At the same time, his caption appeared when the app loaded. The caption read: From this moment forth, we will never be apart again. He even included a photograph of their marriage certificate.
“How unoriginal!” Roxanne teased, feeling a sweetness warming her from the inside. Lucian flashed her a captivating smile. “After this, I can begin documenting everything about the children and us on Instagram.”
Roxanne nodded. Upon noticing the increasing number of onlookers, she urged Lucian to leave. “Let’s go. Next up, wedding photos. We’ll pick our outfits today. Do you have any requests for the location?” Lucian led her by the hand as they walked toward the car.
She shook her head, not minding very much where they took the photographs. As long as the pictures are taken with him, they will be beautiful no matter where we go.
However, Roxanne underestimated the difficulty of taking wedding photographs. Her initial assumption was that picking outfits would not be a problem.
Upon arriving at the bridal shop and seeing the array of beautiful dresses, however, she was seized by an impulse to try them all.
Even after two hours, she still could not make up her mind.
Roxanne was surprised to find out how exhausting it was to take wedding photographs. In order to strike attractive poses, she was forced to remain still for close to ten minutes at a time.
Toward the end, she could not even force a smile. Fortunately, Lucian’s lighthearted demeanor throughout it all kept her spirits up. When it was finally over, she protested vehemently when Lucian mentioned a few other locations they were expected to be at.
“Mr. Farwell, Ms. Jarvis, with your looks and usual attire, any location would make a great backdrop for your wedding photos.”
The photographer, a young woman, could not help but marvel at the stunning couple before her. They were undoubtedly the most beautiful pair she had ever photographed. There was almost no need for post-production retouching later on.
She offered to come along during the honeymoon and take vacation photographs if Roxanne was done for the day. Roxanne agreed at once. Lucian, too, did not voice any objections.
Upon returning home, the children, whom Cayden had dropped off, learned their parents had just taken wedding photographs and immediately surrounded them and asked to see the pictures.
“Mommy, you must be the most beautiful bride in the world in the wedding dress.”
“Where are the photos, Daddy? We want to see them!” “Wow! Daddy is pretty handsome, but Mommy is better looking. She’s more beautiful than a movie star.”
The children’s flattery was worth the pain of the entire day. Lucian and Roxanne exchanged a glance and a knowing smile.
The children were still chattering away when the family sat down for dinner, asking when the wedding would take place and where the honeymoon would be. They even asked if they would be getting a younger sibling.
The couple could only lament the fact that the children were growing up too quickly. Suddenly, a car entered the porch. Since the butler granted it entry, they assumed it was somebody they knew.
Elektra’s appearance during dinner took them by surprise. One usually does not visit others during their meal unless it is urgent. It’s basic courtesy. However, Elektra could not hold it in any longer.
She had seen the photograph of the couple’s marriage certificate on Lucian’s Instagram and how intimate they were in their picture. She panicked and even despaired.
God did not even give her a chance. Feeling utterly helpless, she was desperate to do something to alleviate the pain in her heart.
Christina had been scornful. “So what if they got married again? They got divorced once before, didn’t they? How can you be certain that he won’t leave Roxanne again? Of course, your only other chance will only come from me.”
Clutching at Christina’s plan as though it was her lifeline, Elektra agreed to carry out the next phase. Unable to contain her panic, she drove to the Farwell residence during dinner. She was not there to see Lucian. Instead, she wanted to clear her mind.
Pestering Lucian would only arouse Roxanne’s suspicions, and at the same time, drive Lucian further away from her.
“Lucian, Roxanne, congratulations on registering your marriage today!” Suppressing her emotions as she crossed the threshold, Elektra dutifully played the part of a friend and gave them her blessing.
Roxanne and Lucian waved her over, and the children called her to join them for dinner. Elektra declined tactfully, “I had a late lunch today. I’ve been coming up with a business plan of late, so my meals have been irregular. By the way, Roxanne, I have something to discuss with you.”
Having thought she had come for Lucian, Roxanne was caught off-guard. She nodded, set her cutlery down, and entered the living room with her guest.
Lucian was also curious about what Elektra wanted to discuss with Roxanne. However, he didn’t need to ask, as she would tell him afterward.
Producing some premium coffee beans he had. been gifted and having it brewed for them, he then brought the children upstairs for a game of chess.
Archie and Benny were improving rapidly, which required him to concentrate and play to the best of his abilities. Meanwhile, Estella returned to work on her designs.
“Can I start a company, Daddy?” Estella asked suddenly. “I want to bring my designs of children’s apparel to life and see if people like them.”
Lucian waved his hand, signifying his approval. Starting a company is a small matter. Overjoyed, Estella turned her attention back to her draft.
Lucian only regained his senses after the game. What did I just promise Estella? That’s right-to start a company for children’s apparel! It’s not a bad investment to make. Besides, my talented daughter is worth a shot..
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.