Never Too Far Novel

Chapter 641-650

Anastasia was flustered as the wedding banquet was about to begin. While she was trying to calm herself down, she heard someone knocking on the door. The door was pushed open and Elliot walked in. He had changed into a black suit embellished with golden threads, and the waistcoat he wore underneath was exceptionally intricate and structured, which went well with his prominent and good-looking features.

Anastasia raised her gaze and checked him out. Her long-lashed eyes blinked as she was trying to ingrain how dashing he looked today into her memory.

On the other hand, he was amazed at how stunning she looked. Dressed in the maroon gown, she looked pure like she had always been.

“Let’s go.” Elliot stretched his hand out to take his. In the end, the both of them walked toward the main hall with interlocked fingers. As they stepped into the hall, the holographic lights lit up on cue, which instantly transformed the hall and gave it an exuberant vibe fitting for a wedding banquet. Through the lens of the photographer, a couple who was very much in love walked in while holding hands.

Although they had been through so much together, their love for each other was stronger than ever.

All of the guests turned their attention to the newlyweds. Katrina was jealous as she looked at how stunning Anastasia looked in the gown and in the wedding dress she wore earlier. Mason, who was seated next to Katrina, was quiet and had two more glasses of wine. He recounted how young and delicate Anastasia looked five years ago, compared to how breathtaking she looked now. It was as if she had transformed into a red rose that had bloomed under the sun.

With her head held high, Anastasia smiled as she was showered with well wishes. Her gaze unintentionally fell on a woman who had her attention on Elliot. When she noticed that Anastasia was looking at her, the woman’s eyes flickered with panic but met Anastasia’s gaze and smiled at her the next second. It was none other than Lorelai Presgrave.

Even so, Anastasia maintained her smile and merely made a mental note on what she had observed since a woman’s intuition was remarkable and she trusted her intuition. However, today was an exceptional day where she wouldn’t keep her guard up. Elliot made her feel secure, and no one would be able to take away the blissful feeling that she had.

When they arrived at Harriet’s table, Elliot shot a look at Arthur and he immediately raised his glass after receiving the cue. Seeing that, Harriet stood up and officiated the banquet. She had been so overjoyed today that her doctor was on standby the whole day. However, her condition had been stable as she had no rapid shifts in mood. She asked the photographer to take pictures of them and especially requested for a few pictures to be taken with Anastasia as she had her arms around Anastasia. It was probably because she wanted to leave a trace since she was growing old so that she would be remembered even if she passed on.

“Child, you should eat more since you might not have time to do so when you receive the guests,” Harriet told Anastasia.

“Alright, Grandma.” Anastasia nodded and started eating elegantly.

“In a short while, I will get Brenda and Jonathan to accompany you as you receive the guests.”

“Don’t worry, Mom. We will be by their side,” Brenda replied as she smiled at her husband.

“Elliot, don’t worry, I can drink on your behalf if the guests make you drink, since I can hold my alcohol.” Jonathan laughed.

“Thank you, Jonathan.” Elliot laughed too.

After that, Elliot held Anastasia’s hand as they walked over to one of the tables where the Presgraves were seated. She noticed two of the elders who were prominent within the Presgrave Family.

“The bride looks beautiful! Elliot, you are really blessed!”

“Thank you, Granduncle Henry.”

“Congratulations to the both of you.”

Subsequently, the duo walked to the other tables to mingle with the guests. The guests were lucky because they were able to see Elliot smiling throughout the banquet. Before this, even the elders of the Presgrave Family feared Elliot, but today, he was all smiles as he glowed from within.

When they stopped by Arthur’s table, Jared happily went over and hugged his parents. Anastasia then took the opportunity to spoon some of his favorite food on his plate and whispered to him to eat well. Sophia was captivated by how gorgeous the newlyweds looked, especially Elliot, who was not only handsome but also had a good body shape and exuded a noble disposition. Moreover, he looked warm when he smiled.

As Spohia’s attention was captivated by the newlyweds, she heard a young man next to her coughing, as if reminding her to dial it back. Right after, she got slightly embarrassed and took a sip of tea as she looked down. At the same time, Anastasia noticed the beautiful lady next to Arthur, who seemed like a good match to him.

“Artie, introduce her to us.” Elliot smiled as he glanced at his good friend.

“There’s no need to.” Arthur shot a look at Sophia placidly.

Just then, Sophia stood up and greeted the bride and groom politely. “Mr. and Mrs. Presgrave, I’m Sophia Goodwin. I’m honored to attend your wedding banquet, and I wish the both of you a blessed and happy marriage.”

“Thank you!” Anastasia seemed to really like Sophia, and she was left with a good impression of the woman.

“Artie, look after Ms. Goodwin well and don’t neglect her.” Elliot patted Arthur’s back since this was the first time his good friend showed interest toward a lady. Truth was, he was glad about it.

Meanwhile, Lorelai, who was seated on the third row’s table, looked sullen as she raised her glass and took a sip of wine. She was distracted while the younger Presgraves were enjoying themselves.

“Miss Lorelai, what are you thinking about? You should be happy on such a lively occasion!” One of the Presgrave girls asked her.

“I’m really happy.” She tried to squeeze out a smile and held her forehead before saying, “I’m just tipsy.”

The juniors couldn’t tell what was going on in her head and just asked her to have less wine. Just then, Lorelai saw Elliot walking toward them with his hand around Anastasia’s waist. She immediately adjusted her hair, wanting to look her best in front of him. Although she was as pretty as Anastasia, she didn’t get to marry him since Anastasia was his one and only true love!

“Elliot.”

“Mr. Presgrave.”

Since Elliot was rather senior within the Presgrave Family, the juniors greeted him like how they usually did. He was addressed in a few different ways and it amused Anastasia, who giggled as she buried herself in his arms.

“Lorelai, do take good care of them.” Elliot raised his glass at her. Thereafter, Anastasia stretched her hand over and patted on her back, “Lorelai, have fun today.”

“Sure, I will.” Lorelai smiled as she nodded.

Soon after, the newlyweds went to the next table. Since Jonathan was a renowned businessman, he knew all the guests by heart and was able to mingle with everyone. The banquet hall was filled with laughter, which gave it a lively atmosphere.

Dissatisfied that she was seated at the last row, Katrina complained, “It’s a humiliation to be seated at the last row!”

Upon hearing that, Mason turned over and glared at her before whispering, “Stop with the nonsense. You’re lucky to be invited here tonight. Can’t you see that those who are here tonight are the elites?”

Not convinced by him, she grumbled, “Isn’t it obvious that they looked down on us?”

“You shouldn’t think that way. Even if you are seated at the other tables, do you think you can blend in with the billionaires? You’ll be uncomfortable around them since all of them are rich and powerful business leaders.” In truth, Mason was relieved that he wasn’t seated there.

Since the duo were currently seated together with the Presgrave Family, they had common topics to talk about. Very soon, Elliot and Anastasia approached their table. Katrina took the chance to look at the handsome Elliot for as long as she could since she wouldn’t have the chance to do so anymore in future.

“Mason, Katrina, thank you for attending my wedding,” Anastasia uttered earnestly.

“Anastasia and President Presgrave, congratulations to both of you.” Mason raised his glass.

Elliot clinked Mason’s glass and said, “Thank you.”

Upon hearing that, Katrina quickly chimed in, “President Presgrave, here’s to you and Anastasia.”

And so, Elliot raised his glass and drank up.

Finally, after they had greeted all the guests, it was already 12.20PM. They went back to their seats as lunch was served. The atmosphere was great, with lively music being played in the background. Since his parents are finally seated, Jared went over and sat next to them. The photographer managed to take photographs of the family. After lunch, Anastasia and some of the juniors of the Presgrave Family walked out to take some pictures together since the venue had been beautifully decorated.

As soon as she stepped out of the hall, she saw a woman in front of her. “Ms. Goodwin!” she called.

“Anastasia.” Sophia walked toward her, feeling flustered.

“Let’s take a picture together!”

“Really? Sure!” Sophia walked over and stood next to Anastasia excitedly.

After the brief photo session ended, Sophia was really happy that she was invited to take a picture, and it made her like Anastasia even more.

“If you’re not in a hurry to leave, you can stay on the island with Young Master Weiss for a few more days.” Anastasia told her.

“Sure!” Sophia nodded.

After lunch, all of the guests had gone back to rest in their rooms as there would be another banquet and a ball at night. Anastasia immediately removed her high heels to check her toes when she reached the mansion, since she had been wearing them the whole day.

“What’s wrong? Let me have a look.” Elliot kneeled down to get a closer look.

He could see that her pinky toe had a visible red mark on it. His heart ached as he rubbed her feet. “You shouldn’t wear high heels tonight.”

“No way. I will have to wear high heels since I’m wearing a gown.”

that case, I’ll prepare some hot water for you to soak your feet in

must be tired.” Anastasia knew how tired he must be, since he had

Elliot walked out and requested a foot basin from the room attendant, thereafter filling it with

Anastasia shy, but it warmed her heart at the same time. Elliot’s love for her could be seen and felt from his

feet, she felt sleepy and

nap after your foot bath since tonight’s gonna be

Anastasia stared at him. His attractive face was flushed red since he had had a lot

“I’m not tired.”

me as

“Alright.”

into bed while Elliot lay next to her until she fell asleep. She dozed off in no time.

in the garden. Since the gown looked nice on her,

a handsome man sitting on the couch. She secretly took a picture of him but as she did so, her phone’s camera shutter sound was heard because she

immediately hid her phone behind her before exclaiming, “Please don’t misunderstand. I was just taking a selfie. I didn’t take any

didn’t say anything, he knew very well that she secretly

the last picture that she took using her phone’s camera. Arthur was seen dressed in a black suit which he looked stunning in. At the same time, he

well if he joined the entertainment industry. Why didn’t

at the picture again, she sighed. “It’s a pity that he always has the poker face on. He’d look even more handsome if he

really happy today. When he stepped out of the banquet hall with a bunch of people

it for Elliot. All these years when she was abroad, all she could think of was him. She would

Anastasia was dressed in a white fitted mermaid dress which accentuated her attractive curves. At the banquet, Elliot went to a few tables and chatted with the guests. A few of the major shareholders from the Presgrave Group were seated next to him. On the

dressed in a black fitted suit and as he sat among older men, he exuded a calm disposition which didn’t match his age. He was all smiles that night and seeing him smile made her

was paying close attention to what Harriet was saying and when the elderly woman replied to her, the way she looked at Anastasia was full of love. Lorelai then thought that what her father said might be true. Back then when Anastasia’s mother rescued Elliot, she had already lost the battle since

a call. She then seamlessly took her phone out, pretending

was seated next to her. After that, she stood up

of the garden was enchanting. Paired with the vast sea view, it was a view worth admiring. After Elliot ended the brief call, he

steps back. Seeing that

hope I didn’t startle you! I was here to make a call.”

“Not at all.”

slightly and looked at him from head to toe. “Elliot, you looked

replied with a

got close to him and said, “Elliot, your

trying to adjust his tie, Elliot took a

he adjusted his tie and walked past her before saying, “I’ll

so nervous that she was holding her breath while a sense of astonishment flashed

to his seat and sat next to Anastasia. Knowing that he had been

sitting next to them, was happy to see that. If she wasn’t around next time, she knew that someone would be there to take good care of

9.00PM that night, which was a night sea tour. Three luxury yachts had been prepared to bring the guests out to

hi to her, as Arthur was by her side. Jacob didn’t want to offend Arthur, as the latter’s identity was rather mysterious and unusual. However, Jacob was dissatisfied at how Arthur was having Sophia to himself. Finally, he came to a conclusion that she didn’t belong to anyone and that he had the right to pursue her. At last, Arthur left his seat and Sophia was left sitting alone. Jacob mustered all

back of the chair as

greeted

night sea tour later on. Would you like to

want to go, but…” Sophia was in a difficult position

the youngsters will be there. It’s going to be so

answered, “Let me

We’re leaving at nine and I’ll come to you by then.” As Jacob said that, a person sat down on

was Arthur;

and said to Sophia, “I’ll be waiting

did she turn to look at

ahead,” Arthur replied

that there’s a night sea tour tonight. Can

her without thinking

that. Although she knew that he wouldn’t agree to it, she couldn’t help but show

her and continued

gone to rest. On the contrary, the youngsters had just started their nightlife.

back to the man’s mansion since there

the other hand, Anastasia had come to Mason’s table and was chatting with him. No one knew where Katrina went

hope you’re having a good time, Mason. I apologize if there’s any inconvenience

your wedding. There’s no need to give me special treatment,”

raised

clinked hers before drinking

lively wedding hall, she sighed with emotion and said, “I’m where I am today because of your

I believe that even if it were not for me, you would have made it through that period too.” Mason didn’t

who helped me to become who I am today, allowed me to meet the

and after drinking some wine, her cheeks were flushed, which made her extra beautiful. She was so beautiful that people couldn’t take their

his wife. He chugged the glass of red wine melancholically when he saw her smiling so gently and brightly in front

as Mason was really the one who helped Anastasia overcome her dark times. Elliot should be

Mason, Elliot realized he couldn’t take it anymore;

called

and realized Elliot was there. With her chin propped on her hands, she murmured, “Are

Mr. Sullivan.” Elliot clinked his glass with Mason’s. “Thank you for helping my wife during those

Mason stood up immediately to drink

As he said that, he placed his arm around her waist and brought her to the main table. After excusing themselves from the elders there, he

road. Anastasia had drank several glasses of wine tonight, so her eyes were getting glassy

don’t need to pay too much attention to him and keep

her eyes, Anastasia asked, “Why can’t I meet him? I even want to have lunch

as though he was furious, but

her plan had succeeded. She put

her head into his chest before admitting, “Yes. I’m jealous. The

Since she had already become his wife, she would keep her distance from

his heartbeat. “I was just joking. Don’t you know how much I love

then, the woman in his chest lifted her head. The tipsiness in her eyes could be seen clearly under the light, which made her

hand was held by Elliot’s big palm again, and he brought her to walk under the streetlights.

this mansion so we can come

a nod,

reminded her, “It’s our wedding night. Don’t you think

smiled shyly. “But I’m

much energy for tonight. “You’re not allowed to say you’re tired tonight, Mrs. Presgrave,” he purred in

her coquettishness. “You don’t love me anymore. I’m so tired, but you’re

that adorable face buried in his chest, and he touched the tip of Anastasia’s nose and said, “You’ll

him. I’m so gonna get it tonight! At once, she took a step

Elliot stay still when he saw his running bride? With his long legs, he chased after her in a few steps and hugged her in his arms, thereafter picking her up and

floor, Anastasia saw the fireworks

enjoying the fireworks, a domineering arm came from behind and tugged at her shoulder. He then held her face gently and said,

“I love you too, Mr. Presgrave.” Then, she stood on her toes and gave him

for the night sea tour. The luxurious mega-yacht was lit up, and it had all sorts of alcoholic beverages and desserts on board.

looking at the time on his watch, waiting for Sophia. For him, he wasn’t interested in any of the women

with a young man beside her. She took a glimpse at Jacob, who was beside his sports

the young man who came with her greeted Jacob,

should go in first,” Jacob

leaving in 10 minutes. Ask your friends to

it looked like Sophie wasn’t going to come. However, he still hadn’t given up yet. After finding the phone number, he dialed the intercom of Villa

dinner, heard the telephone ringing in

you coming?” Jacob asked

can’t make it for the event. Have fun!”

arrival. In fact, I’ve

please don’t wait for me. Don’t forget

we grab breakfast together tomorrow morning? I’m leaving tomorrow, and I don’t know when we’ll meet

hanging up the call with Jacob, she returned the

looks like someone can’t wait to go cruising on the sea.” A man’s deep voice was suddenly heard from behind the

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