They were led to the VIP room where Irene 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.
Irene 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."
Irene 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 Irene.
Irene 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 Irene 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…"
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