Chapter Thirty Three

The wedding date was set for the seventh of January. Announcements were sent to London, Paris, New York, Sydney and Melbourne, to the couple’s widespread circle of friends and remaining relatives, although the guest list consisted of only a small gathering of those who were close enough to attend.

Ever suggested the white raw silk suit as her wedding outfit, but Stroud insisted she buy something new. She wore a full length Edwardian style gown with a high neckline and lace inlays that Caroline spotted in a shop downtown. She carried a corsage of white roses and baby’s breath. Stroud looked utterly dashing in a gray morning suit.

There was quite a debate about the appropriate location for the wedding. Jean offered the restaurant as a possible venue. Brooke’s Aunt Sally offered the gallery. Stroud suggested they rent a yacht, Caroline suggested Stroud’s garden, weather permitting. But Ever had the final say and chose to hold a simple ceremony in the white sitting room of Stroud’s home – the place where it all really began.

Brooke acted as Best Man, Caroline as Maid of Honor. Nicole flew in especially from business meetings in New York and Ever was able to thank her personally for the referral to Charles Merchant. Brooke’s Aunt Sally came, which was a delight to all, especially Ever. Stroud had taken Ever to meet Sally at the gallery on the shore, which seemed so much brighter to Ever when she was there with Stroud. Ever and Sally hit it off instantly, which pleased Stroud enormously, since, like Caroline, Sally brought out Ever’s brighter side.

Ever’s writer friends attended, thrilled by the news of her publishing prospects.

Ever managed to contact Marta at her new number and she and her husband took the day off from their new import gift shop to attend.

Catering was handled by Jean Cuvier and the staff of Catch the Mood.

The honeymoon? Paris and London, naturally, since Charles Merchant was eager to meet Ever and negotiate publication details.

As dictated by custom, Brooke commenced the toasts. “The bride and groom! Two people who couldn’t be better suited to each other.”

Ever continued, her glass raised. “And to you, all of whom have done your part to make this the most memorable year of my life.”

And Stroud concluded. “To dearest Ever, my wife. The adventure has only just begun...”

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