Chapter 788 - Wedding party (J&J) (1) (1/2)

When Sophia and Felix reached the dance area, they stood next to Sarah and Aiden. Few seconds later, Elanor and Oscar squeezed next to them. Luckily, there was a separate area for the wedding party and family members, otherwise four latecomers would not get 'front row' view.

Dance area is huge, enclosed on one side and covered from the top, providing a shade from the September Californian sun. On the ceiling, there is a system of lights installed, but they are currently off. After nightfall, the light-show will begin as well.

Edward and JoAnna are the only ones in the middle of a large dance podium, standing one step away from each other and speaking softly. No one can hear what they are saying, but JoAnna is smiling and Edward's gaze is gentle.

The slow tune started, and Edward and JoAnna got closer to each other before they started moving over the dance floor.

JoAnna does not remember the last time she danced with her father. It was probably ten years ago, or more. She was in her early teens at that time. Edward does not dance often, but when he does, it's with Stella.

JoAnna was touched when she heard the lyrics.

The song Edward picked for this dance is about father's hope for the future life of his daughter: that her roads lead her where she wants to go, and that if she ever needs to make a choice, that she can pick the one which means the most to her… that her life becomes what she wants, her dreams stay big and worries be small… it is a song where father wishes her a life without regrets… and that she shares all those things with someone who loves her back…

JoAnna could see that Edward is very emotional and struggling to keep a straight face. His façade cracked few times, but only briefly.

The song ended and Edward patted JoAnna's cheek gently before placing a kiss on it.

They both looked around only to see that Jeff is not where he was supposed to be: in the area separated for the wedding party and family members.

Based on the custom, this dance symbolizes father handing over the bride to her husband. That means: after father-daughter dance, Edward should put JoAnna's hand in Jeffrey's and then JoAnna and Jeff should do their first dance as a married couple. But surprisingly, Jeff is nowhere to be seen. This… is unexpected.

While JoAnna and Edward exchanged confused glances, band started playing another slow tune.

JoAnna was stunned to see Jeff on the stage with the band. Her eyebrows shoot up. 'Is that a microphone in his hand?'

Jeff's deep voice came from the speakers and JoAnna held her breath. So far, she heard him hum in the shower once in a while, but she never heard him sing. She was amazed how melodious his voice was. JoAnna thought that she knows all there is to know about Jeff, but right now he showed her that he is a very good singer! Ah! Can her husband be any better?