But, despite all her connections and powers of persuasion, Dorothy had been unable to arrange a swift de-mob for Johnny. The process didn't even begin until June and young, unmarried men were a long way down the list. Gnashing her teeth with frustration, Dorothy decided they should go ahead with the wedding plans anyway.
"We can't wait forever," she said. "Let's set a date and if Johnny's still serving His Majesty, he can get married in his dress uniform."
So they set the date for early August.
"That should give us enough time," said James, when Tilly visited Little Morpeth for her fitting with Polly.
Tilly was surprised. She didn't think he was involved or even aware of the preparations. She was under the impression that Dorothy was running the whole show single-handedly.
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