Beyond Boundaries

CHAPTER 11:

At the Jefferson Company

The unexpected presence at the Jefferson Company left both Estelle and her father speechless until the old man spoke up.

Old Man, smiling: Well, I never expected to see such a pretty granddaughter!

Estelle, still in shock: Weren't you dead?

Michael, coldly: He is not. He just announced his farewell to scatter the family members.

Michael, sarcastically: I never expected you to take that request seriously.

Estelle, worried: What request?

Old Man, sarcastically: As I heard, my granddaughter is in trouble and needs help. I came to offer my assistance. I see that you’ve suffered a lot, sweetheart!

Estelle, smiling and showing gratitude: Well, I am speechless. I thought you were no longer of this world, Grandpa. However, we already fixed the problem I was facing and turned down Kilian.

Old Man, sarcastically: Those kinds of men don't stop even behind bars. However, I sent someone to make him feel the consequences of harming a Jefferson.

Old Man, coldly: Right now, I will take over this company and fix its issues.

Estelle, confused: You mean, you don’t need our help? You’re dismissing us just like that?

Old Man, denying: I never said such a thing. You will both remain in your positions, but under my decision.

Estelle, determined: Aren't you old enough, Grandpa? You should rest at home and watch the ocean.

The old man was astonished, which made even Michael laugh at him. He is the biggest owner, Bob Jefferson.

Bob: You are sharp, just like your grandmother. It's like a younger version of her.

Estelle, annoyed: How can you be like your son and leave her to die before you? You are not a good husband.

Bob, surprised: How can you be rude to your grandpa? Your grandmother is missing. She left and disappeared. I am sure she is alive.

Bob, strictly: I came also to visit the woman who will be my new daughter-in-law!

Estelle, warning Bob: Don't you dare intimidate or harm her. Because of her, my life is better. I like her very much. If you do anything against her, I won't be easy on you, Grandpa!

Michael, after a major silence with his cold demeanor: Estelle, let's discuss this later. Enough for today.

Bob, annoyed: Don't treat my dear granddaughter like that. She must know that gratitude and being a member of our family are different things.

Michael, in a strict demeanor: Estelle, can you leave me with your grandfather alone? I will explain everything later.

Estelle, furious, went outside. She received a message to meet with Nolan for an interview to clarify their relationship to the media. So, she called Nolan.

Nolan, picking up indifferently: Hi, why are you calling me right now?

Estelle, annoyed: Well, I hope you are not busy because the media wants to interview us to clear up our relationship.

Nolan, surprised: I forgot about that, but I’ll join you right now. Just send me the location.

Estelle, coldly: Alright, see you there!

Nolan arrived to meet Estelle.

Estelle, coldly: Let's go!

Nolan, surprised: Just yesterday, you were shining with joy. What's gotten into you?

Estelle, worried: I found out I have a grandpa. He came back from the dead and took charge of the company this morning!

Nolan, in shock: So your grandfather is alive? How come Michael never told you?

Estelle, worried: I think Dad summoned him to help deal with Kilian’s investors. Also, I am afraid he will go after you after the scandals. That's why I scheduled the interview for right now.

Nolan, curious: For example, what would he do?

Estelle, confused: Who knows? I never met him before. However, he is scarier than Dad! Let's head inside.

The interview started, and the journalist asked simple questions before moving on to more serious matters.

Interviewer: How come after you shared an intimate moment at that party, you decided to stay stepsiblings?

Nolan, showing a cold demeanor: It was unconscious, so it can't be real. We already got over it.

Estelle felt awkward, then showed a confident smile.

Estelle: After we decided to be together, we realized our relationship would be better as stepsiblings. We couldn't share the feelings of a real couple.

Nolan, maintaining his composure: Yes, we focused on supporting each other as normal friends and felt relieved being stepsiblings. We also wanted to support our parents' relationship.

Estelle, smiling: We couldn't ruin it because of a fleeting moment.

Nolan: We decided to keep our relationship healthier!

The interview ended with Nolan and Estelle feeling awkward after clearing up their relationship to the media. Estelle got a message from Michael.

Estelle, worried: Grandpa is joining us for dinner today!

Nolan, surprised: So he’s in a hurry to meet us, I guess.

Estelle sighed: I guess after this interview he will calm down for a bit.

Nolan, leaving in a hurry: I have some business to deal with. See you later.

Nolan rushed to his car, leaving Estelle still curious about his destination.

At Jefferson's company, the tense atmosphere between Michael and Bob filled the office.

Michael, annoyed: I am surprised you came back from your grave, Father. When I wanted to consult the highest power, I thought I would find an illegitimate son or daughter of yours.

Bob, eyes full of anger: Weren't you the one who cut ties with your family? I heard my granddaughter is in danger, so I rushed here. The woman you want to marry has a suicidal man in jail, and her son seems to revolve around my sweet granddaughter.

Michael, annoyed: We managed to solve everything on our own without your help, so you just have to go back.

Bob, annoyed: So you are sending me away again?

Michael, indifferent: I thought you lost your life, so even if you come back, I don't care! You didn't exist in the first place. Don't expect to affect my decisions.

Bob glared at Michael with furious eyes: You can't keep me away from my granddaughter.

Michael, coldly: So where were you? You disappeared just like your wife.

Bob, in a serious tone: I was looking for your mother, but I failed.

Michael, sarcastically: Aren't you old enough to stop searching for your ex-wife?

Michael, annoyed: Because of you, I ended up letting my own daughter face the same thing I did.

Michael, determined: Since she's your only legitimate granddaughter, you should give her her part of the wealth, but keep those illegitimate ones away from her.

Bob, with a strict demeanor: Of course, I will. I had to fake my death for specific reasons.

Michael sighed: Could you leave my office? I truly don't care about your disappearance. I am a father now!

Bob, sarcastically: Where should the owner of the company stay?

Michael, feeling the tension: Just stay here. I will go to another room. But remember, Father, my daughter and I are the true owners of Jefferson's wealth.

Michael left the office coldly, and the employees were confused, feeling the tense atmosphere.

Meanwhile, Estelle was heading to Hood's company. Steven had invited her, so she couldn't refuse.

Estelle entered the company without problems this time and felt relieved.

Steven, happily: I am glad you accepted my invitation and came!

Estelle, uneasily: So why did you ask for me?

Steven, surprised: What about your apology?

Estelle, embarrassed: I am so sorry. I didn't realize that.

Steven laughed briefly.

Estelle, serious, looking into Steven's eyes: Please accept my apologies for the way I treated you at our first meeting. I felt very guilty when I realized how good you are on the inside and how talented you are. You almost surprised me with your skills. I think thanks to you, this company is full of amazing people like you!

Steven was speechless and embarrassed, then returned to his usual demeanour.

Steven: Ahem, well, you are flattering me!

Estelle, smiling: Why would I? It's the truth!

Steven, smiling: I guess I’m just unlucky!

Estelle, confused: Why is that? I think you also deserve to be happy.

Steven, with a sarcastic smile: Never mind!

Steven, curious: How about I invite you to dinner? What do you think?

Estelle excused herself: Today is impossible because I have to attend an important dinner at home. Maybe another time!

Steven, sarcastically: So, would you do me a favour?

Estelle, confused: About what?

Steven, serious: It’s just a small one this time. Could you lend me your ex’s number, Lucas?

Estelle, surprised: Why?

Steven, determined: He's quite a talented person. I was surprised when I heard about the advertisement logistics he did!

Estelle, surprised: Lucas did that? I thought he had no idea about technology.

Estelle, serious: I’ll be glad to give it to you if it will help him.

On the other hand, Nolan was about to meet his friend Zack at an isolated place. He wanted to discuss the message he received from an unknown person. Zack was waiting for Nolan.

Zack, annoyed when Nolan arrived: Bringing me to such a place, do you want to kill me?

Nolan, worried: Sorry, but I had to. It's a sensitive topic.

Zack, serious: What's it about?

Nolan showed the messages to Zack: It's about my father.

Zack was shocked: Don't tell me you accepted?

Nolan, seriously: I had to. Why did he mention my father? I have to discover the truth.

Zack, angry: Have you lost your mind? You're slipping back into your past. I don't want you to live in the past anymore!

Nolan, annoyed: That's why I showed you these messages. Can you find out the sender's identity?

Zack, concerned: Don't meet up with this person until I find out who they are. They might be dangerous.

Nolan, serious: I'm cautious about this person, but I can't access the office system to investigate because it will be logged. Also, it's illegal, and I still have one day before I return to work.

Zack, worried: I'll help you, but on one condition—don't meet this person alone. I'm sorry for saying this, but your father was in jail, and anything related to him is dangerous.

Zack, seriously: I'll try my best, so focus on your daily life until then.

Nolan sighed: I'll try.

Zack, angry: What do you mean, you'll try? Don't forget your mother's wedding is soon. Don't ruin it and risk the lives of your mother and Estelle!

Nolan, clenching his fists: You're right. I'm sorry. It was the only way to escape my messy thoughts.

Zack, confused: Why are they messy? Don't tell me it's her.

Nolan remained silent.

Zack, worried: Just focus on the precious moments, Nolan. Don't overthink. I'll support you when you need to talk.

At night, at the Jeffersons' house, Layla was preparing the dinner table in respect for Bob Jefferson, the head of the family. The tension while waiting for him was high, but Michael was the only one keeping his indifferent, cold demeanor. As Bob arrived, everyone stood up to show respect. Estelle was nervous, and suddenly he called for her.

Bob, smiling: Sweetheart, come closer to me.

He was referring to Estelle, so she got closer. Bob held her hand.

Bob, proudly: Look at this beauty and this modest stance! She is truly my granddaughter!

Estelle felt embarrassed and uncomfortable. Michael was disinterested, and Layla and Nolan smiled.

Layla, with a warm smile: She's truly a wonderful granddaughter you have, Mr. Jefferson.

Layla introduced herself respectfully, keeping her calm demeanor: Hello, Mr. Jefferson. I am Layla Lisly, Michael's fiancée. It's nice to meet you.

Layla extended her hand for a handshake. Bob was surprised but shook her hand.

Bob, coldly: Nice to meet you. I am Michael's father.

Then Nolan smiled and extended his hand: I am Nolan, Layla's son. I'm glad to meet you, Mr. Jefferson.

But Bob refused to shake Nolan's hand and looked him up and down.

Bob, sarcastically: You're a good-looking boy, but I won't shake your hand for my granddaughter Estelle's sake, since you've done some inappropriate things.

Nolan, smiling straightly: I appreciate your compliment, and I respect your decision if you refuse to shake my hand.

Bob, arrogantly: Well, you're respectful for a prisoner's son.

Nolan felt intimidated by this, and Layla tried to calm him.

Estelle, angry: Grandfather, how can you refuse his welcoming hand? This will affect your reputation. This good-looking boy and his mother saved my life twice and freed me from Killian's hunting. You came late.

Estelle, annoyed: Instead of being grateful, you're treating them unpleasantly! You have no right to do this. Without them, I would have destroyed Jefferson's name.

Bob was shocked by Estelle's reaction: Estelle, sweetheart, why are you irritated?

Estelle, enraged: And what if he is a prisoner's son? I am also the daughter of a crazy woman, but we are not like them and we refuse to be. Right now, he is my stepbrother, Nolan.

Estelle, with a decisive, cruel face: If you won't accept him, I won't accept you either!

Bob sighed: I see your mother in you, Michael, but also Jefferson's blood. I can't go against you, just like your grandmother.

Michael showed a proud smile for his daughter.

Bob straightened himself: Well, since my sweet Estelle means a lot to me, I apologize for being unwelcoming. And I also thank both of you for being on Estelle's side when nobody else was.

Layla, in a tender voice: Mr. Jefferson, you did nothing wrong. I appreciate that you agreed to share dinner with us.

Bob, gently: If my granddaughter says I'm wrong when I am, I should focus on fixing my words before saying them. Also, you've raised such a polite and proper man. I can see it just by looking at him.

Nolan, respectfully: Thank you.

Estelle, admiringly: Nolan is also a genius at programming and technology.

Bob appreciated: Yes, I heard about his company that nurtures talented youngsters.

Nolan, smiling confidently: I'm just doing my job, sir.

Estelle laughed briefly at Nolan's embarrassed attitude.

Estelle, curious: Dad, why do you keep being quiet?

Michael, keeping his cold demeanor: It's healthier if you eat dinner silently. You should think about it, father. You are an old man now.

Bob, annoyed: I'm healthier than you, son. Don't worry!

Estelle, uncomfortably: By the way, Grandpa, what do you do in your work? Do you have a group of companies to lead?

Bob, proudly: I didn't want to surprise you, but since you asked, I will tell you.

Michael, all of a sudden: He is the minister of the economy!

Layla, Nolan, and Estelle were stupefied by this news.

Estelle, in shock: Is that true, Grandpa?

Bob, annoyed: Yes, it is. But I have just a few bodyguards around me since nobody knows I'm here. When I heard the news, I rushed here to manage the situation, but everything was already done!

Estelle, curious: What about the person they show on TV?

Bob, explaining: He is my assistant. He is just playing a role.

Estelle surprised: Wow, I'm truly stunned!

The dinner ended, and Bob decided to leave.

Bob, smiling: Miss Lisly, please take care of my son!

Estelle, making fun of the situation, whispered to Nolan: It looks like we attended a youngsters' meeting!

Nolan laughed and hit her with his hand, lowering his voice: Stop joking!

Bob stared at Nolan: Can I speak with you again?

Nolan, surprised: Yes, of course!

Bob kissed his granddaughter's forehead and went outside. Nolan followed him.

Bob broke the silence: Well, you are a strong man. Seeing someone like you beside my granddaughter makes me relieved. I heard that you broke Jeremiah's hand!

Bob, gently: You are such a powerful man. I hope you continue protecting my sweet granddaughter as you do. Call me Grandpa, not sir. Having a son like you is an honor, really.

Nolan, smiling with determined eyes: Thank you! I'm not ashamed of being a prisoner's son. That's what I wanted to clear up. It's a truth we can't deny. And don't worry about Estelle; she is very precious to me.

Bob, with a strict demeanor: So I have nothing to add! If you need anything, you can call me for help.

Nolan, surprised: Won't you attend the wedding?

Bob sighed: I am still here, but I don't know if I will be able to attend the wedding.

Bob straightened himself: Have a good night.

Then Bob walked toward his driver and left the mansion.

Estelle hurried toward Nolan: What's going on? What did he say to you?

Nolan cracked Estelle's head with his fingers: You're too curious for your age!

Estelle, annoyed: Ouch, it hurts!

Estelle observed the sky and smiled: Well, the sky is pretty today!

Nolan, looking deeply at Estelle, smiling: Just like you right now.

Estelle, awkwardly: What's with that all of a sudden?

Trying to change the topic.

Estelle, uneasily: I visited Steven today!

Nolan, annoyed, raised his voice: Why on earth would you visit that man?

Estelle, confused: What do you mean? I had to apologize to him and thank him for his precious help.

Nolan rolled his eyes: You did it at that party! Why go to his office again?

Estelle, annoyed: Why are you angry? He was the one who invited me, so I accepted!

Estelle, surprised: I didn't tell you before, but I was stunned by his skills. I never expected a man like him to be a genius.

Nolan, arrogantly: I can do better than him. I was the one who taught him many things. There's nothing special about him!

Estelle, confused: Are you jealous of him?

Nolan, denying: Why would I be?

Estelle raised herself on her tiptoes to match Nolan's height and looked deeply into his eyes: You will always be the best in my eyes.

Nolan froze, staring at Estelle. Then, without realizing it, he pulled her towards him before coming back to his senses. Estelle was surprised.

Nolan moved away: I am sorry! I was worried you would fall.

Estelle, awkwardly: Yeah, thank you!

In that awkward moment, Estelle's phone rang. It was Lisa.

Estelle: Hi, Lisa.

Lisa, confused: What's gotten into you?

Estelle: Nothing special.

Lisa, excited: Well, tomorrow, you and Nolan will accompany us to secretly get married!

Estelle, surprised: Is it this early?

Lisa, excited: Yes, Simon managed to find a place for us!

Estelle, happy: Well, I'm happy for you. I will do my best to bring Nolan and accompany you!

Lisa, warning: It's an obligation, so you must come!

Estelle hung up the phone and then told Nolan about Lisa's news.

Nolan, surprised: Why would they marry in secret?

Estelle, tired: She forced us to come. It's her choice. She wanted to marry as soon as she could because he will leave for a work trip for a long time, and the wedding party is in a month.

Nolan, shrugging: If she insists, we should go.

Estelle, awkwardly: I should prepare my outfit for tomorrow, so good night.

Nolan, answering indifferently: You should go. Good night.

As Estelle entered her room, she threw herself on the sofa, thinking: What's with my heart? It's racing! I can't breathe! Why do I still remember what happened? What's wrong with my mind?

Estelle hid her face under a pillow.

Meanwhile, Nolan continued hitting his head: Why are you like this, Nolan? Come back to your senses. You will end up ruining everything. I should keep away, but I can't!

In the living room, Layla and Michael were discussing.

Layla, curious: Your father is not strict or cold. He easily accepted our relationship and looked tender to me.

Michael, sarcastically: You are wrong! He is not an easy man. He is just ashamed of his granddaughter because I threatened him to tell her how much of a playboy he was after he cheated on my mother and made her disappear. He went from one woman to another. I don't even want to think about how many illegitimate siblings I have.

Layla surprised: Wow, I can't add anything. I guess you suffered a lot from him being your father.

Michael, in a deep tone: It was hard. Hearing him say my daughter looks just like my mother makes me happy since I never got to see her. I can at least watch another version of her.

Layla hugged Michael to comfort him.

The following day, Estelle and Nolan couldn't sleep properly. Layla was waiting for them after she prepared breakfast, even though Michael had left early.

Estelle, with messy hair, came to have breakfast: Good morning.

Layla, in a scolding tone: Do you know what time it is? Your father left because you informed him you wouldn’t join him today! You look awful. Did you sleep well?

Estelle, tired: I couldn't sleep.

Layla, worried: Are you sick?

Nolan joined them in the same awful state. As he stared at Estelle, he burst into laughter.

Nolan, making fun of her: Did you sleep in a closet? What is with this state?

Layla slapped Nolan on the back, annoyed: You look worse than her!

Layla scolded them for not sleeping well.

Layla, angry: You are still too young to worry about sleep. I’m sure you ate something sweet at midnight.

Nolan, tired: We are not high schoolers, Mom!

Estelle, ashamed: I feel like I’m becoming a teenager again.

Layla, annoyed: Me too. I have to work, but I am waiting to announce the news to you.

Nolan, tired: What news, Mom? We should head to our friend's party, or he will scold us!

Estelle agreed.

Layla, excited: Our wedding is in three days!

Estelle, in shock: Three days? What about the preparations?

Nolan, surprised: You don’t have time to prepare!

Layla tried to calm the situation: Calm down, both of you. I arranged everything. The only things left are the wedding dress and the groom's outfit, so Michael and I decided to take both of you to help us choose tomorrow. I left it to the last minute to share this moment with both of you.

Estelle, smiling: If that makes you happy, I’d be glad to join.

Nolan, smiling: Of course!

Layla waved at Nolan and Estelle and left as soon as she told them.

Nolan and Estelle were left alone, looking at each other awkwardly.

Estelle: I should go prepare myself.

Nolan: Me too. See you at the front door.

Estelle, uneasily: Yes.

After they prepared themselves and left, Lisa and Simon were already waiting for them near the office. Estelle saw Lisa, who was fully prepared with white classy and elegant clothes.

Estelle, smiling: I guess the bride looks exquisite!

Lisa, happily: Thank you, Estelle. I’m glad you didn’t leave me alone on such a day!

Estelle, smiling sarcastically: I guess even Dr. Simon is in a hurry to take you as a bride.

Simon, in a gentle voice: I wanted to respect Professor Victor's decision and also wait for my family, but since Lisa wanted this, I didn’t want to break her. I guess in the end we will get a proper wedding!

Nolan, joking: See, Lisa, he just didn’t want to be fired from his job.

Lisa, annoyed: I will find another witness. You are not allowed to enter. Leave.

Nolan, moving away: Gladly.

Estelle sighed: Nol, stop teasing her.

Nolan noticed someone observing them and he headed toward him.

Nolan reassured: Just go inside, I will join you.

Lisa, teasing: If you take too much time, I will call for another man and marry him to Estelle.

Estelle sighed: Lisa! What’s with this condition? Please.

Lisa, indifferently: Well, I forgot you are just stepsiblings. Sorry!

While they entered inside, Nolan headed to the man observing them behind the tree. The man was focused until Nolan grabbed him by the shoulder while he was on the phone.

Nolan, coldly: Who are you and what are you doing here?

The young man, in fear: I am just a journalist!

Nolan took the phone from his hands and spoke.

Nolan: Who are you?

A familiar voice spoke: Nolan?

Nolan answered, surprised: Kevin, it’s you. What news are you creating again, sending your men everywhere?

Kevin, annoyed: You didn’t gift me anything. Also, I am doing my job. I wanted just simple news to revive my channel! Although my career is at risk because of you.

Nolan, sarcastically: This news your man was watching is a secret. Find something else, or what about announcing that Mom and Michael's marriage is in three days? This should do well, am I right?

Kevin, angrily: If you appear behind every news I catch, I will become homeless. You must pay my bills. I heard you got promoted!

Nolan, ignoring: Well, I have to go now, so send your man away or I will do it my own way!

Nolan gave back the phone to the young man, smiling evilly: You should listen to your boss right now!

Inside the preparation room, Lisa was nervous from waiting for Nolan.

Estelle, reassuring: I am sure he will come in a few minutes. It is alright. Every bride gets nervous before her marriage. It's totally normal, so calm down, Lisa.

Lisa, annoyed and nervous: Let’s marry you to a stranger.

Estelle, confused: Why would you marry me? It’s your day!

Lisa, looking furious: To bring that Nolan here in a hurry.

Estelle, tired: Why would marrying a stranger make him angry?

Lisa, nervously: Because I forced you to marry and also because he won’t like this!

Lisa speaks to herself anxiously: But now, he is your stepbrother. It would be better if he were still playing the fake boyfriend.

Estelle raised her voice and pressed Lisa's shoulders: Lisa! Come back to your senses. He is waiting in the room. Let’s go.

Lisa, surprised: Really?

Estelle nodded, smiling: Yes, let’s go!

The four of them gathered at the marriage contract table. After Nolan and Estelle witnessed, and they were announced husband and wife, they took a selfie together and many photos.

Estelle, angry at Nolan: Where were you?

Nolan, smiling mischievously: Were you worried about me?

Estelle, annoyed: I was worried about Lisa, but luckily everything ended well.

Nolan stands up, smiling: Let me show you why I was late.

Nolan takes out a bag with a party popper in it, and it explodes with balloons everywhere: Suprise

Estelle burst into laughter and Lisa and Simon were surprised,

Lisa happy: Thank you, Nolan, this is a beautiful gift

Nolan shrugging: At least you won't curse ME

Simon: Thank you for this unexpected gift, but now!

Simon carried Lisa: The groom should carry his wife away!

Simon took Lisa, who was waving in happiness.

Estelle, looking deeply at Nolan: I guess my brother is the best at surprises.

The next day, at the bridal outfit store, Nolan and Estelle waited for Layla to try on her dress. When she came out, Estelle got emotional, and Nolan showed a sad smile.

Estelle: You look fabulous, Layla. You look more like my sister than my stepmother. Just seeing you makes me see how lucky my dad is to have such a wonderful woman.

Layla smiled, looking at Nolan.

Layla, in a tender voice: Nolan.

Nolan, with an emotional voice: Seeing you like this makes me refuse to give you up for anyone, Mom. I would cry like a baby if it meant losing you to another man.

Nolan kissed his mother's forehead. Then Estelle suggested they take a selfie to capture the beautiful moment.

Layla, excitedly: Well, right now it's your turn. Both of you! Michael ordered specific outfits for you.

Layla called the worker to bring something.

Estelle and Nolan were taken to the changing room without realising it. When they came out, they were wearing peacock feather outfits. They looked at each other, astonished. Nolan looked deeply into Estelle's eyes.

Nolan, with a deeply emotional tone: You look marvellous, Estelle.

Estelle, smiling: You too!

Layla started tearing up and then suggested taking pictures and selfies.

Nolan broke their silence, sarcastically: I guess I won't be able to share either my mother or my sister.

Estelle, teasing: Me too. My handsome brother is hard to share.

On the wedding day, it was organized in a green garden full of flowers overlooking the ocean, with the fresh sea breeze in the open air. It was a simple wedding filled with friends and familiar faces. All of Nolan's friends attended, including Steven, who never took his eyes off Estelle. Nolan was glaring daggers at him. All of his friends were dancing with Estelle, and she accepted, much to Nolan's annoyance. Lisa and Simon were head over heels and didn't notice what was happening at the wedding.

Nolan, sitting near Estelle, suddenly spoke: "It looks like you danced with all of my friends, forgetting about your brother."

Estelle was surprised: "Are you vexed? Well, I will save the last dance for my father. That's what we agreed on!"

Nolan, annoyed: "Won't you grant me a dance? We should light up the wedding with our outfits."

Estelle, excited: "You think so? So, what about we start dancing and then call the groom and bride to the floor to switch?"

Nolan gave Estelle his hand and winked: "Let's go, sister."

Both of them headed to the dance floor, looking happy. Then the groom and the bride were invited to dance with their children, sharing such a joyful moment with the family. They switched again, which made Estelle fall into Nolan's arms because her foot slipped. In that awkward moment, they kept looking at each other, wondering if this joy would come to an end.

Estelle and Nolan's hearts were racing fast, feeling like time had stopped for them. Both of them wondered if those happy moments would end with a simple mistake.

Estelle's thoughts were blocked by: "Would these delightful and peaceful moments come to an end? I wish it would last longer because I cherish what I already have! Please last "