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."
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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."
"He really refuses to settle down these days. Just leave him to me—you should eat." Mrs. Watson held out her hands.
Irene waved Mrs. Watson off. "You can eat with Tommy. I'll take Baby out on a walk."
However, Mrs. Watson thought it inappropriate to eat first as she was a servant. "Ma'am…"
"Be good now." Irene's focus remained on her baby.
She considered Mrs. Watson family, so it did not matter who ate first.
Mrs. Watson did not excuse herself at that.
The luncheon was certainly exquisite. Though it was Minervan cuisine, the ingredients were as rare as it was fresh!
Tommy was content with food and started eating happily without needing Mrs. Watson to supervise him.
Mrs. Watson quickly ate as well, since there was not much time given the occasion.
After that, Irene ate as well since there would be a toast.
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