The traditional toasting procession was skipped, but later in the evening, Henry and Selma Quigley made their way through the guests, offering their thanks.
Soon after, Mrs. Holt brought her new daughter-in-law, Selma, over to greet the circle of society wives.
The ladies eagerly gathered around, showering Selma with compliments.
"The bride is absolutely stunning today."
"Yes! That gown must be a custom Yarnton, isn't it? It suits you perfectly."
"Mrs. Holt, you are so fortunate to have such a beautiful daughter-in-law in Miss Quigley."
Mrs. Holt, dressed in a festive, heavily embroidered crimson gown, looked radiant and exceptionally happy. "From now on, I hope you'll all look after our Selma."
"Of course, we will."
Selma graciously accepted the praise, her face glowing with newlywed bliss. "Thank you, everyone, for your kind words."
One of the wives immediately offered her a glass of red wine. "Selma, we didn't see you making the rounds for toasts earlier. How about having a drink with us now?"
Selma, with a hint of shyness yet unable to hide her joy, replied, "I'm sorry, I can't drink right now."
Mrs. Holt protectively added, "Selma has a special situation, so please understand."
Her words were met with an even more enthusiastic round of congratulations.
"Oh my! This is a double celebration! Congratulations, congratulations!"
"Well, we'll have to prepare our gifts early and get ready for the baby shower!"


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