After stepping out of the apartment, Josiah offered a heartfelt farewell to Mr. and Mrs. Jordan, then scooped up Amiee and headed over to the James residence.

At the James residence, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement. Jonathan, Charlie, and the rest were all gathered, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the bride's party. Jonathan, making a point of not being a groomsman, ensured that Estelle was right by his side, claiming his place next to her.

Carson, having captured Josiah's heartfelt proposal on video, shared it with their group chat, setting the stage for a good-natured ribbing upon Josiah's return.

Jonathan, steering clear of the playful chaos, led Estelle aside and handed her a bowl of sweet osmanthus-flavored dumplings. "You must be famished after getting up so early and hardly eating anything," he said, blowing gently on a dumpling before feeding it to her.

Estelle nibbled on the dumpling, savoring the sweet, osmanthus-infused taste. "I'm okay, not too hungry," she replied after enjoying a couple more.

at Estelle's light bridesmaid dress, questioning, "Why did Josiah decide on a

Estelle teased, "Weren't you the one who once

features softened. "Our wedding would be different,

reassuringly. "Don't worry, the car ride here

nodded, then added, "Keep a distance from the groomsmen later. I've arranged for a change of clothes for you right after the ceremony."

with amusement. "Are you the one

though we didn't have a traditional wedding, your status is

relationship with Charlie, was soon to be acknowledged as a prominent member of the James family, sparing her from the duty of accompanying the bride

situation. "The James

Jonathan assured her, pulling her close. "We have some time before heading to the hotel. Let's catch a quick nap, given how early we

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