The Runaway Groom

Erin smiled in anticipation. "What is it?"

“You'll know when you get there,” Irene replied.

Tommy tugged on the hem of her shirt, curious as well. "Mommy, what is it?"

Irene tapped his little nose and said, "You're just a kid. You don't need to know—come on, let's eat something tasty."

The wedding reception must have started, and she turned toward Erin and asked, "Are you hungry? I can get you something to fill your stomach for the time being."

“I'm not hungry,” Erin replied.

"Okay." Irene smiled. "We will be going now."

Erin nodded. "See you later.”

Irene did not see Isaac at their family's table, and Mrs. Watson told her that Mick had taken Isaac away.

She took Baby off Mrs. Watson's hands, who flailed while babbling, "Mama, mama..."

Irene took his little hand and kissed it. "Be good.”

leave him

Watson off. "You can eat with

thought it inappropriate to eat first

good now." Irene's focus remained on her

who ate first. Mrs. Watson did not excuse herself at

luncheon was certainly exquisite. Though it was Minervan cuisine,

eating happily without needing Mrs. Watson

well, since there was not

Irene ate as well since there

had to be there as well, since she was close with James and

so Mrs. Watson quickly finished her portion and switched places with Irene. When James and Erin had their toast, Irene

she was just there to attend their wedding, while James and Erin were the main event, she stayed there

a ruckus at the bridal suite. Irene did not have the

that he had a daughter too, and staying outside for too long was no good since he should be

babysit,"

shook his head. "Forget it. James would

a good father, giving up on playing now that he

on. Get in." Zachary