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‘Indeed. He was so mortified when he realised what he’d done.’
‘Aw, maybe I won’t tease him then.’ Daisy rubbed her baby bump and grinned at Elsie. ‘You’re getting married!’
‘I know. I really didn’t think this day would ever come and it might not have if the old surf shop’s roof hadn’t collapsed.’
‘What happened?’ Evie frowned. What did a roof have to do with Elsie getting together with Ian?’
‘Daisy and Ollie bought the old surf shop by the seafront to refurbish into their restaurant. It was in a right state, wasn’t it? Had been left empty for years. Anyway, there was a big storm at New Year and Ian was inside.’ Elsie held her hand over her chest.
‘The roof came down and Ian was trapped inside.’ Daisy grimaced.
‘Yes, if it wasn’t for Scott and Olivia...’ Elsie shook her head.
‘What did they do?’ Evie glanced out of the window as they drove slowly up the hill and past the pub.
‘They only ran inside and rescued him.’ Elsie wiped fresh tears from her eyes.
‘And to think it took something like that for you both to be honest about how you felt about each other?’ Daisy shook her head.
‘Yes, I know.’ Elsie looked down at her engagement ring. ‘All those years...’ She shook her head. ‘But we’re together now and that’s all that matters. Besides, if our story can remind people to grab love where they can and to be honest with the person about how they feel, then those years won’t be so wasted.’
‘You were always great friends though, weren’t you?’
‘Absolutely. The best.’
‘Ooh, here we are.’ Daisy clapped her hands. ‘Are you ready to marry the love of your life?’
‘I was ready forty years ago.’ Elsie chuckled as she watched all the other bridesmaids rush towards the car ready to greet them.
‘Here we are, ladies.’ Phillip opened the car door and held his hand out to help them out.
‘Thank you, love.’
‘Thanks.’ Stepping outside, Evie looked towards the church and Jack, who was approaching them taking photographs. She grinned at him.
Lowering his camera, Jack paused. ‘Wow, you look stunning. You all do.’
‘Thank you, love. Is Ian inside yet?’ Elsie wafted her veil over her shoulders.
‘He’s been ready and waiting for the past hour.’ Chuckling, Jack walked backwards, snapping photos as they walked through the ornate archway into the churchyard.
‘Ooh, Elsie, you look fabulous!’ Running up to them, Freya hugged Elsie before holding her at arm’s length. You really do.’
‘Nana Elsie! I love your pretty dress, your veil... and you have a crown!’ Pippa launched herself at Elsie, wrapping her arms around her with such force Elsie staggered back and steadied herself before hugging her back.
‘Oh, my darling Pippa. You look beautiful too.’
‘Thank you, Nana Elsie. Can I wear your crown later? Please? Please, can I? I’ll be super careful and won’t even run when it’s on my head.’ Pippa jumped up and down.
‘Of course you can, my darling. When we get back to the bakery for the reception, you can.’ Elsie touched her tiara. ‘I think it will suit you.’
‘Yay! Really?’ Pippa turned and glanced at her mum. ‘I told you she’d let me, didn’t I, Mummy?’
‘You did indeed.’ Teresa stepped forward and hugged Elsie. ‘Sorry, she’s been asking me if you’re going to be wearing a tiara, or a crown as she calls it, all week.’
Elsie chuckled. ‘That’s our Pippa.’
‘Elsie, you look amazing.’ Brooke grinned. ‘Come and put Ian out of his misery.’
