Chapter 555 - Wedding day (S&F) (9)

People started standing up and approaching the newly married couple with an intention to congratulate them. Of course, first congratulations came from the mayor, and they signed the document which made the whole thing official in the eyes of the law: they are married.

Leah and Gustav signed as well as witnesses, and they congratulated Sophia and Felix. Next to congratulate were JoAnna, Sarah, Jeff and Aiden. Stella and Edward were next in line, followed by Owen, Mary and James, and then other guests got their turn.

It took some time for people to disperse. Sophia was nice to everyone but didn't want to spend more than necessary time with people that her mom invited by herself.

Sophia chatted with Jessica, Brie and Maddie for few minutes, and to others she only nodded and smiled before turning to her sisters.

"How long will she be like that?", Sophia was referring to Sylvie.

"It's a one hour dose, so she has about half an hour left.", Sarah informed her.

Sophia nodded in understanding. "What happens after that?"

"Eve is watching her vitals, and we can see if she calmed down or is still raging. If she didn't learn a lesson, I don't mind giving her another dose every hour." Sarah grinned and gestured toward JoAnna. "Anna made sure we have a good supply."

"She is aware, right?", Sophia asked JoAnna.

JoAnna confirmed. "Yes. She just can't respond."

Sophia smirked and went to get Felix who was receiving congratulations and well wishes. He was grinning and shaking hands automatically with anyone who approached him while saying his thanks. When Sophia came near him, he even extended his hand to her for a handshake and thanked her for well wishes. It took him a second to realize that it's Sophia.

Sophia laughed seeing that Felix feels awkward about that, and she kissed him. Kiss made him feel better.

Sophia linked arms with Felix and went to Sylvie with a sweetest smile plastered on her face. They stopped on the opposite side of the table from Sylvie and Charlotte.

"Maman… We are very happy that you could come and enjoy this event with us. It makes it so much better when whole loving family is together." Sophia's icy gaze didn't match her smile.

Felix looked at his mother and within a second he understood that she is not herself. Sophia and her two sisters did something. But he didn't care what they did. Sophia wanted Sylvie here, and she is here. And he wanted Sylvie not to ruin his wedding, and she seems unable to do so. With this, both Sophia and he got what they wanted.

He saw that Sophia is enjoying and decided to add some oil to the fire. "Yes, maman. I agree with my wife completely. I am happy that you support our union and we have your blessings." He lifted Sophia's hand and kissed back of her palm.

Sophia almost laughed out loud hearing his words. She didn't know that Felix can throw such hits and be all smiles while doing it. Her appreciation of her newly acquired husband grew a notch.

Sophia looked at Sylvie and didn't feel any pity toward the woman. "Please enjoy yourself to the fullest. It is not every day that your only son gets married."

Sophia pulled Felix to the side. Two of them ignored Charlotte who just stared at them.

Charlotte was not sure what happened with Sylvie, but she thought that it is obvious that Sylvie does not want to cause trouble anymore. She is not even moving a muscle. Charlotte concluded that Sylvie is overwhelmed with happiness for her son. "Maman, I see you changed your mind. Well, everyone can clearly see that they are deeply in love. I don't blame you. Don't worry, I will be fine." Charlotte continued working on her wine. It was her third glass since they took a seat.

Sylvie thought that she is about to implode. Her mind was melting with rage, and it seemed to be much worse because she had no outlet to vent it out. She could just soak in her misery while watching all happy faces around her.

Stella observed all this from the distance while chatting with guests, and she was pleased to see that her daughters took care of the troubling woman. But she was not sure if she can let Sylvie go unscathed. Stella warned her, and still she wanted to cause trouble. This unreasonable woman needs to be taught a lesson. Murderous glint flashed in Stella's eyes, but it was only for a moment before she focused back on her guests with a wide smile.

"Who is the young lady next to your mother?", Sophia asked Felix as they walked away.

"No one important.", Felix responded and kissed back of her palm. He didn't want Sophia to get upset if she realizes that is the same woman his mother mentioned last time they met. And he didn't lie. Charlotte is not important. "Are you tired?"

"I can go on a bit more." Sophia smiled.

"Don't force yourself."

Sophia was happy that Felix thinks about her so much. 'Ah, my husband is the best!'

Damien and Smita approached Sophia and Felix and congratulated them. Rishi and Shibu also wished them all well and then bolted to the playroom.

"I saw you talking with your mother. Is she OK with this?", Damien spoke to Felix. He knows that Sylvie was objecting to this marriage, and Damien has his doubts that things are so simple.

Sophia responded in Felix's place. "Oh, yes. She is totally OK. Even we are surprised how accommodating she is."

Damien and Smita could not hide their surprised expressions. But it is undeniable that Sylvie didn't make any ruckus and wedding ceremony concluded successfully. Her question at the end of the ceremony was suspicious, but it seems that she either didn't have bad intentions, or she stopped herself halfway.

…

The band called for attention. It was time for father-daughter dance.

Edward was waiting on the dance floor for Sophia. He picked the song, and she didn't know which one it is.

Felix escorted Sophia to the dance floor and left her with Edward.

Damien stood next to Felix, and everyone joined them around the dance floor to watch. Everyone except for Sylvie who was not able to walk. Or stand up.

Even Charlotte came to watch. She was a bit tipsy already, but just a little bit.

Edward held Sophia's hand in his and band started playing a slow tune.

Father and daughter danced following the slow beat, while lyrics tugged on everyone's heart.

Lyrics spoke how he was her number one, and she means the world to him. And it gives a gentle warning to the next man in her life to hold 'my girl' carefully.

Edward picked a song that will tell Felix, and everyone present how important Sophia is to him.

Edward took a handkerchief and dabbed Sophia's tears from her cheeks occasionally while they danced.

Lyrics continued saying that she will always have a place in his heart; from her first breath and first smile father's love runs deep. And how he prayed that she will find her man someday, but it's still hard to give her away… and that he loved her first.

By the time song ended, almost everyone was sobbing. It was very touching.

As the song ended, people around the dance floor clapped and Edward gestured to Felix to come.

Edward's eyes were red, and he struggled not to cry.

Edward put Sophia's arm in Felix's.

"Take care of her…", Edward said as he lowered his head and walked inside villa. He closed himself into his study. He needed some time by himself.