‘No, not at all. It will be good to get something else ticked off the list and I’ll have the silhouette and fabric more in my head then if I’ve seen it in person. Peyton’s shown me some photos you took, of course, but—’

‘It’s not the same as seeing it with your own eyes, I know.’ Izzy understood completely. ‘I can give you some swatches of each of the fabrics her dress and veil have been made up with, as well as some for the bridesmaid dresses too.’

‘Perfect. Exactly what I need. See, this is why I love working with you. You know just what I need before I even say it.’

‘Works both ways, hon. Do you want to grab a bite to eat with me and Rob afterwards? It’d be lovely to catch up if you have time?’

I quickly scanned my calendar and saw that I had an online Clubbercise session booked for seven. Well, that won’t be happening, I thought, glancing down at my leg.

‘That sounds great, Izzy.’

‘Fab! Any preference?’

‘Not at all. I’m happy to leave it to you.’

See, Lorcan, I don’t always have to plan everything. I can be just as spontaneous as the next person!

‘You sure?’ Izzy’s tone suggested she wasn’t convinced.

I paused. ‘Well, I do hear that new Greek restaurant near your place has been getting great reviews.’

Spontaneity is so overrated anyway.

‘Demeter?’

‘Yes, that’s the one.’

‘I heard the same. I’ll message Rob and get him to book us a table. Are you bringing anyone?’ Her words were innocent enough but I knew she was fishing.

‘Nope, it’ll just be the three of us,’ I replied, laughing. ‘Do you reckon he’ll be able to get us in at short notice?’

‘No problem. He’s actually done some work for them and they think he’s marvellous so I’m sure it won’t be a problem.’

‘That’s handy.’

‘Yes, he has his uses.’ She giggled. ‘It’ll be so lovely to see you. Safe flight and see you at six on Wednesday.’

* * *

‘Hey.’ Lorcan’s deep tones made me jump and I looked up, startled, having been absorbed in some provisional ideas for another wedding I’d just been booked for.

‘Oh, hi!’ I said, returning the smile he gave me. He really did have a great smile. It was a shame he didn’t let it show more often. ‘How did your meetings go?’