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Thank you, Gilbert. Kate adjusted her skirts. Do you suppose theyre here yet?
I dont think so. Lets get inside out of the heat.
May had insisted that Kate go in Gilberts wagon and that they use the back door of the building in an effort to avoid most of the dust.
Tables had been set up under the huge trees that lined the churchyard. Arriving guests delivered every type of food, from hot dishes to fruit salads, to be shared at the reception following.
At three minutes to one, Gil joined Kaitlin in the small room in which she was waiting and told her that all the guests had been seated.
Are they here, Gil?
No, Gil answered and watched Kate in amazement. She didnt seem to be the least bit upset that her intended was nearly late for his own wedding.
What do you suppose happened? You dont think Jeff is up to something, do you?
No, I dont, Gil said with conviction and then muttered, he might do something after the fact but not before.
Should I be getting worried? Kate asked but just then Bill came in with good news.
Heres Sean. Were all set.
Brother and sister were left alone to wait for the music that was to be their cue to come down the center aisle of the church.
Youre beautiful, Kate.
You look quite handsome yourself. Sean grinned over the compliment and straightened the neckline of his shirt.
What happened to you guys?
We were all ready to go and then Jeff reminded Rigg that he hadnt shaved.
Kate giggled. Did Rigg really forget to shave?
You can laugh, Katie, but I swear the man nearly panicked! Kate was still chuckling when the music sounded and they moved into position at the back of the church. Kaitlin caught sight of Rigg and then lost him again when the congregation stood.
At the front of the church Sean handed Kate over to the waiting groom. She felt Riggs hand tremble within her own.
Second thoughts? she teased in a soft whisper.
Absolutely not, he assured her, his eyes dark with emotion.
The ceremony was perfect, not overly long but with everything theyd wanted. Kate thought her heart would burst when she was finally able to turn and look out over the sea of friendly faces as Mrs. Marshall Riggs. They came down the aisle, her hand in his, their smiles nearly stretching off their faces.
The reception was a delightful affair of laughter, best wishes, good food and precious fellowship.
Rigg no longer looked ready to flee and Kate teased him about being late.
The best things come to those who wait, Rigg teased her back and stole a pickle off her plate.
At different times throughout the afternoon, people had pressed in on the newlyweds and theyd been separated. They thought nothing of this, secure in the knowledge that eventually theyd be alone.